Burleigh County public meetings in 2023

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will hold public hearings on the annexation and rezoning of Silver Ranch Fourth Addition, and consider the final plat. They will also vote on consent agenda items including new liquor licenses, street improvement districts, and various contracts. The meeting includes a discussion on appointing an acting city administrator.

• Public hearings on Ordinances 6536 and 6537 for annexation and zoning of Silver Ranch Fourth Addition
• New Class G liquor license for Thomas & Moriarty's at 200 West Main Street, Mandan
• New Class C-2 liquor license for Wingate by Wyndham Bismarck at 1421 Skyline Blvd
• Resolution of necessity for Street Improvement District SI 577 and creation of SI 578 and SI 579
• Contract for sidewalk snow removal with Yard Butler for 2023-2024 winter

The Board approved the annexation, zoning map amendment, and final plat for Silver Ranch Fourth Addition and part of Third Addition, requested by Investcore, Inc and Chad Wachter, LLC. Public hearings on pension ordinances (6568, 6569) and personnel regulation changes (6567) were tabled to January 9, 2024, due to publication constraints. Jason Tomanek was appointed acting City Administrator effective January 3, 2024. The consent agenda, including various contracts, appointments, and licenses, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Silver Ranch annexation, zoning, and final plat (unanimous)
• Tabled pension ordinance hearings 6568 and 6569 to Jan 9, 2024
• Tabled personnel regulation ordinance 6567 to Jan 9, 2024
• Appointed Jason Tomanek as acting City Administrator effective Jan 3, 2024
• Approved consent agenda including contracts, licenses, and appointments (unanimous)
• Kept department directors as Civil Service employees (consensus)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission will review and provide direction on how to use the remaining funds from the 2022 Historic Preservation Fund grant, which are about 50% of the total budget. They will also discuss project priorities for the 2023 grant and identify potential projects for 2024. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• 2022 HPF grant: about 50% of $55,542 budget remains; options include purchasing banners for one historic district or printing more timeline booklets
• 2023 HPF grant: no funds used yet; projects include 80 streetlight banners, walking tour maps, and conference attendance
• 2024 grant project identification
• Public comment period for agenda items or general input

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission approved spending remaining 2022 Historic Preservation Fund Grant monies on banners for the Highland Acres neighborhood and postcards with QR codes for the Bismarck Historic timeline. The commission also discussed 2023 and 2024 grant projects, heard an MPO presentation, and agreed to draft a letter about the Provident Building's historic status. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of November 15, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved use of 2022 Historic Preservation Fund Grant for Highland Acres banners and QR-code postcards (unanimous)
• Consensus to prioritize 2024 grant projects: curriculum development, 6th Street Cultural Trail, 2024 CLG Conference, NAPC conference
• Consensus to have staff draft a letter regarding Provident Building changes affecting historic eligibility

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several items, including a request to replat and rezone a 1.15-acre parcel in Sonnet Heights for a duplex and tri-plex, and a public hearing on annexing land in Hay Creek Township. The agenda also includes a text amendment on residential accessory building dimensional requirements and a final plat for Centennial Park. Public comments can be submitted by email before 8am on the meeting day.

• Sonnet Heights Subdivision Eighth Replat and PUD rezone (ZC2023-012, MPLT2023-006) - call for public hearing
• First Responders Third Addition preliminary plat (PPLT2023-003) - consideration
• Home Occupation zoning ordinance text amendment (ZOTA2023-005) - consideration
• Hay Creek Township annexation (ANNX2023-005) - final consideration
• Dimensional requirements for residential accessory buildings (ZOTA2023-002) - public hearing

The Commission recommended approval for the annexation of 72.8 acres in Hay Creek Township. It also recommended approval for the Trillium Fifth Addition minor subdivision final plat with stormwater conditions.

• Approved minutes of November 15, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved calling public hearings for Sonnet Heights Eighth Replat, First Responders Third Addition, and Home Occupation amendment (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annexation for Lot C, Section 19 and Lot B, Section 30, Hay Creek Township (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Trillium Fifth Addition minor subdivision final plat with stormwater conditions (unanimous)

City Commission Fact Finding Subcommittee

The City Commission Fact Finding Subcommittee is meeting to determine performance issues of Charlie Jeske, the Event Center Director, and to make recommendations on employee discipline and changes to Event Center operations. This is a closed-session-style fact-finding meeting, not a regular public hearing.

• Review of Charlie Jeske's performance as Event Center Director
• Recommendations on employee discipline
• Potential changes to Event Center operations

The subcommittee discussed performance issues and operations of Event Center Director Charlie Jeske. The group reached a consensus to place all Event Center contract and negotiation items on future regular City Commission agendas. Members also discussed employee interviews, financial operations, and alcoholic beverage sales.

• Consensus to place all Bismarck Event Center contract and negotiation items on regular City Commission agendas
• Agreed to discuss Commissioner Zenker's status as portfolio holder at the December 26, 2023 meeting

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will consider several action items, including updates to the Public Participation Plan, grant applications for Bis-Man Transit, 2024 urban rail/highway crossing safety projects, and the 2024 Unified Planning Work Program contract and amendment. Progress reports will also be given on the Arrive 2050 long-range transportation plan and the 2023 Ortho-Contour Project.

• Public Participation Plan update
• Bis-Man Transit SFY25 5339 and 5310 grant applications
• 2024 Urban Rail/Highway Crossing Safety Projects
• 2024 UPWP contract and amendment
• Arrive 2050 Forecast/MTP progress report

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss its budget and community conversations, along with routine items like public comment and approval of minutes. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Budget discussion
• Community Conversations discussion
• Approval of meeting minutes from 11.20.2023

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee approved a tentative 2024 budget with four expense categories totaling $3,500, and voted to allocate remaining funds to the MKL Jr. Day Celebration, Global Neighbors, and a social media boost for the These Are Your Neighbors Podcast. The committee also discussed plans for a Community Conversation Panel on February 28, 2024, and agreed to invite City Commission members and specific panelists.

• Approved November 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved tentative 2024 budget with categories: registration/partnerships $1,500, host signature event $850, branded materials $850, awards/recognition $300 (unanimous)
• Approved allocating remaining funds: $350 to MKL Jr. Day Celebration, $350 to Global Neighbors, remainder for social media boost of These Are Your Neighbors Podcast (unanimous)
• Agreed to invite City Commission members to Community Conversation Panel and report at March City Commission meeting

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will meet to review updates to the Public Participation Plan, 2024 grant applications for transit and safety projects, and the 2024 Unified Planning Work Program contract and amendment. The meeting also includes progress reports on long-term planning efforts like the Arrive 2050 forecast and the 2023 Ortho-Contour Project.

• Public Participation Plan Update
• State Fiscal Year 2025 5339 & 5310 Grant Applications for Bis-Man Transit ($72,000 and $148,500 federal requests)
• 2024 Urban Rail/Highway Crossing Safety Projects
• 2024 UPWP Contract and Amendment
• 2024 TAC Meeting Calendar

Civil Service Commission

The Bismarck Civil Service Commission will meet to review the minutes from their February 17, 2023 meeting, hear an appeal from Kelly Buckle regarding an adverse employment decision, and discuss Proposed Draft Ordinance 6567. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Appeal from Kelly Buckle regarding adverse employment decision
• Proposed Draft Ordinance 6567

The Civil Service Commission unanimously approved Ordinance 6567, which updates City Personnel laws, and recommended that the City Commission either grant the City Administrator full authority over department directors or remove the 11 directors from civil service with employment contracts reporting to the Board of City Commission. The chair will attend the City Commission meeting on 12/26/2023 to answer questions. Minutes from the February 17, 2023, appeal decision were also approved.

• Approved minutes from February 17, 2023, appeal decision (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6567 as presented (unanimous)
• Recommended City Administrator full authority for hiring/termination of directors OR remove 11 directors from civil service with contracts (unanimous)

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Bismarck Renaissance Zone Authority will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on the Renaissance Zone renewal process, hear a report from Downtowners, and recognize outgoing member Curt Walth. No new applications for Renaissance Zone or Downtown Design Review approval are on the agenda.

• Approval of November 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on Renaissance Zone renewal process
• Report from Downtowners
• Recognition of Authority Member Curt Walth

The Bismarck Renaissance Zone Authority approved the November 9, 2023 meeting minutes and discussed the one-year Renaissance Zone renewal, which the Burleigh County Commission approved and submitted to the North Dakota Department of Commerce. Members directed staff to amend the Development Plan, with Mr. Fink volunteering to work with staff before the next meeting. No formal votes were taken on the plan amendment, and the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved November 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Directed staff to amend the Development Plan (no formal vote)
• Assigned Mr. Fink to work with staff on Development Plan amendments

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will review financial statements, discuss pay-by-app upgrades, and consider updates to parking rates and restroom plumbing bids. The meeting will also cover security patrol services and a marketing video project for Ramps parking.

• Review Financial Statements
• Continued discussion pay-by-app upgrades
• Parkade 2nd floor restrooms updates plumbing bids review
• Review monthly parking rates
• Security Patrol Services RFQ timeline

The Bismarck Municipal Parking Authority approved the lower plumbing bid from Cooling & Heating Unlimited for $5,780 for Parkade 2nd floor restroom upgrades. They also approved the November financials and the minutes from the November 9 meeting. The monthly parking rates review was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of November 9, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved November financials (4-0)
• Approved $5,780 plumbing bid from Cooling & Heating Unlimited for Parkade restroom upgrades (4-0)
• Tabled monthly parking rates review until next meeting

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding waste collection franchises for Trans Trash, U Call I Haul LLC, and Waste Management of ND, Inc. The board is also considering pension amendments and personnel regulation changes.

• Public hearings for waste collection franchises: Trans Trash, U Call I Haul LLC, and Waste Management of ND, Inc.
• Proposed Ordinances 6568 and 6569 to amend city and police pensions
• Proposed Ordinance 6567 to amend Title 9 Personnel Regulations
• Request for street name change for Tyler Parkway
• Creation of Street Improvement District SI 577

The Board approved three waste collection franchise agreements (Trans Trash, U Call I Haul LLC, Waste Management of ND, Inc.) and a request to pursue NDDOT Flexible Transportation Fund program funding for three road projects. The Commission also discussed but did not finalize changes to Ordinance 6567 regarding hiring authority for Department Directors, with several commissioners opposing delegation to the City Administrator. The City Administrator recruiting process remains paused pending ordinance and job description updates.

• Approved consent agenda including Vision Fund application changes, personnel actions, expenditures, and various department requests (unanimous)
• Approved waste collection franchise for Trans Trash (unanimous)
• Approved waste collection franchise for U Call I Haul LLC (unanimous)
• Approved waste collection franchise for Waste Management of ND, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved request to pursue NDDOT Flexible Transportation Fund program funding for three road projects (unanimous)
• Discussed Ordinance 6567 to amend Title 9 - Personnel Regulations; no vote taken, further direction needed
• Received update on City Administrator recruiting process; process paused pending ordinance and job description updates

City Commission Fact Finding Subcommittee

The City Commission Fact Finding Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a legal opinion received from outside counsel.

• Discussion regarding legal opinion received from outside council

The subcommittee discussed legal advice on protecting anonymity of Event Center staff who wish to speak with members. Attorney Oster advised that names could remain private if not written down, but noted subpoena risk in court. The committee designated Gordy Smith to conduct interviews, while Commissioners Cleary and Connelly will review contracts and policies.

• Designated Gordy Smith to conduct interviews with Event Center staff (unanimous)
• Assigned Commissioners Cleary and Connelly to review Event Center contracts and policies (unanimous)
• Requested Event Center organizational chart with employee contact info and tenure (unanimous)

City Commission Fact Finding Subcommittee

The Burleigh County City Commission Fact Finding Subcommittee will meet to determine performance issues of the Event Center Director and recommend actions for employee discipline or operational changes. The meeting is procedural with no public votes or ordinances scheduled.

• Review of Charlie Jeske, Event Center Director, performance issues
• Recommendations for employee discipline or operational changes at Event Center

The subcommittee discussed its role in investigating performance issues of Event Center Director Charlie Jeske, including staff interviews, contract reviews, and vendor discussions. They plan to provide recommendations to the City Commission at the January 9, 2024, meeting. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Agreed to meet again on December 20, 2023, at 9:00 AM in the Mayor's Conference Room
• Discussed potential recommendations for the City Commission regarding Event Center operations

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the Extraterritorial Area (ETA). Members will also determine the meeting schedule and topics for 2024.

• Discussion of Extraterritorial Area (ETA)
• Approval of August 4, 2023, meeting minutes
• Establishment of 2024 meeting schedule

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee approved the August 4, 2023, meeting minutes and the proposed future meeting schedule. They discussed extraterritorial area (ETA) agreements, noting outdated zoning maps, missing agreements, and flood plain administration issues. Staff was tasked to research whether the city can relinquish permitting authority within the ETA. No formal decisions were made on ETA or other topics.

• Approved August 4, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved proposed future meeting schedule

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners is meeting in special session to discuss performance issues with the Event Center Director, Charlie Jeske, and to consider recommendations for employee discipline and changes to Event Center operations. The board will determine appropriate actions to address these issues.

• Special session to evaluate Charlie Jeske, Event Center Director
• Discussion of employee discipline and Event Center operational changes

The Board of City Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss performance issues of Event Center Director Charlie Jeske and potential disciplinary actions. They agreed to implement DocuSign for all Event Center contracts to align with city procedures. No formal votes or final decisions were made; the meeting was primarily discussion and consensus.

• Agreed to implement DocuSign for Event Center contracts (consensus)
• Discussed performance issues of Event Center Director Charlie Jeske (no action taken)
• Noted Gordy Smith, retired CPA, will participate in audit subcommittee (confirmed)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners is meeting in a special session to review a recommendation from the City Administrator. The board will consider the termination of employment for Charlie Jeske.

• Recommendation to terminate employment of Charlie Jeske

The Board of City Commissioners voted 3-2 to deny the City Administrator's recommendation to terminate Charlie Jeske and instead reinstate him as Event Center director. The motion also creates a fact-finding commission of two commissioners and a third appointee to report on Jeske's performance and contract-management checks by January 9, 2024. Commissioners Cleary and Connelly volunteered for the panel; Mayor Schmitz and Commissioner Cleary voted against the motion.

• Denied City Administrator's recommendation to terminate Charlie Jeske (3-2)
• Reinstated Charlie Jeske as Event Center director (3-2)
• Created fact-finding commission to review Jeske's performance and contract practices (3-2)
• Commissioners Cleary and Connelly volunteered for fact-finding commission

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will consider several zoning map amendments, annexations, and infrastructure projects. The meeting includes public hearings on land use changes for BREI Estates and Paradise Valley Second Addition.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6565 for zoning change to Commercial at BREI Estates First Addition Replat
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6566 and plat approval for Paradise Valley Second Addition
• Proposed annexation of parts of Silver Ranch Third and Fourth Additions (Ordinance 6536)
• Award concurrence for Tyler Parkway Trail Project (Cogburn Rd to Ash Coulee Dr)
• Contract for consulting services with J2 Studio Architecture + Design PC for Public Works Re-Roof project

The Board approved several consent agenda items including airport change orders, subdivision plats, and engineering contracts. They also approved Ordinance 6565 rezoning BREI Estates to conditional commercial, and Ordinance 6566 for Paradise Valley Second Addition with a street name change. The board approved resolutions for Sewer Improvement District SE 584 and voted to participate in the CO2 pipeline case as a limited intervener.

• Approved consent agenda including airport change orders, subdivision plats, and engineering contracts (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6565 rezoning BREI Estates Lot 1 to conditional CG (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6566 for Paradise Valley Second Addition including zoning, plat, development agreement, and street name change (unanimous)
• Approved resolutions for Sewer Improvement District SE 584 (unanimous)
• Approved limited petition to intervene in CO2 pipeline case PU-22-391 (unanimous)

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will consider several action items, including amendments to the 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program, selection of 2028 Highway Safety Improvement Program projects, 2027 Urban Grant projects, and 2026 Transportation Alternatives projects. They will also receive progress reports on the 2023 Transit Development Plan, Arrive 2050 forecast/MTP, Safe Routes to Services/Complete Streets study, and the 2023 Ortho-Contour project. Public comments are accepted via email before the meeting.

• 2024-2027 TIP amendment for Bismarck Highway Pavement Markings Project
• 2028 HSIP projects: Schafer St & Tyler Parkway Intersection, Yegen Rd & ND 1804/University Dr
• 2027 Urban Grants: Bismarck Main Ave Project, Mandan Downtown Phase II Reconstruction
• 2026 Transportation Alternatives: Sunrise Trail Connection, State Street Multi-Use Trail, Mandan 8th Ave NW/Mandan High School Pedestrian Trail
• 2023 Transit Development Plan final presentation and action

Human Relations Committee

The committee is meeting to review nominations for the Humanitarian Award and discuss the end-of-year budget. Members will also discuss community conversations regarding equity in emergency management planning and the 'These Are Your Neighbors' podcast.

• Humanitarian Award business and individual nominations
• End of year budget discussion
• Equity in emergency management planning discussion
• These Are Your Neighbors podcast discussion

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee approved the October 16, 2023, meeting minutes with a correction, and unanimously accepted nominations for the Humanitarian Award: Dream Center as the business/nonprofit recipient and Sr. Kathleen Atkinson as the individual recipient. The committee also set the Community Conversations event for February 28, 2024, and discussed using remaining 2023 budget funds, with the chair to contact the ND MLK Holiday Commission for guidance.

• Approved October 16, 2023, meeting minutes with correction (all aye)
• Accepted Dream Center as Humanitarian Award business/nonprofit recipient (all aye)
• Accepted Sr. Kathleen Atkinson as Humanitarian Award individual recipient (all aye)
• Set Community Conversations event for February 28, 2024, 6-8 PM

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will review and take action on several transportation funding items, including a public hearing on a 2024-2027 TIP amendment for a Bismarck highway pavement markings project, and action items for 2028 Highway Safety Improvement Program projects, 2027 Urban Grant projects, and 2026 Transportation Alternatives projects. They will also receive progress reports on the 2023 Transit Development Plan, Arrive 2050 MTP, Safe Routes to Services/Complete Streets Study, and the 2023 Ortho-Contour Project, plus an administrative modification to the TIP.

• Public hearing and action on 2024-2027 TIP amendment for Bismarck Highway Pavement Markings Project
• Action on 2028 HSIP projects: Bismarck Schafer St & Tyler Parkway Intersection and Yegen Rd & ND 1804/University Dr
• Action on 2027 Urban Grants: Bismarck Main Ave Project and Mandan Downtown Phase II Reconstruction
• Action on 2026 Transportation Alternatives: Sunrise Trail Connection, State Street Multi-Use Trail, Mandan 8th Ave NW/High School Pedestrian Trail
• Action on 2023 Transit Development Plan final report

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners is holding a special session to consider and provide direction to staff regarding the City Commission's role as the appointing authority. The agenda includes legal documents on ordinances impacting this authority and a letter from the City Attorney. No final decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and direction.

• Discussion of City Commission as appointing authority
• Review of ordinances impacting appointing authority
• Attorney Oster letter regarding appointing authority

The Board of City Commissioners determined that, under current ordinance language, the Board is the appointing authority with the power to terminate department directors. The Board also reached a consensus that the Mayor may work with Human Resources to designate top candidates for open director positions.

• Determined Board of City Commissioners is the appointing authority for termination of Department Directors (3-1)

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a zoning ordinance text amendment to clarify dimensional requirements for residential accessory buildings, including height measurement, placement relative to principal structures, and property line setbacks. The commission will also hold public hearings on the annexation and zoning of Silver Ranch Fourth Addition, and discuss releasing a request for proposals for a new Land Development Code.

• Zoning text amendment ZOTA2023-002 to clarify accessory building height, placement, and setbacks
• Public hearing on annexation ANNX2022-008 for Silver Ranch Fourth Addition
• Public hearing on zoning map amendment ZC2022-014 for Silver Ranch Fourth Addition
• Public hearing on major subdivision final plat FPLT2022-009 for Silver Ranch Fourth Addition
• Discussion on releasing RFP for new Land Development Code

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a zoning map amendment, final plat, and annexation for Silver Ranch Fourth Addition, covering 40.84 acres northeast of Bismarck. The proposal changes the zoning from Agricultural to Conditional RM20 Residential, R10 Residential, and Public districts. The commission also approved the October 25, 2023 meeting minutes and discussed an upcoming Request for Proposals for a new Land Development Code, which required no action.

• Approved minutes of October 25, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda item 2, calling for a public hearing on accessory building dimensional requirements (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment for Silver Ranch Fourth Addition from A to Conditional RM20, R10, and P districts (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of final plat for Silver Ranch Fourth Addition (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annexation of part of Silver Ranch Fourth Addition and Third Addition, 40.84 acres (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission will consider approving October minutes, hear public comment, receive updates on the 2023 Historic Preservation Fund Grant (street light banners and walking/driving tour maps), and discuss staffing changes. Staff will present research on how peer cities handle historic preservation review, and the commission will continue updating the Historic Preservation Plan, including defining historic character and inventorying historic resources.

• Approval of October 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on 2023 Historic Preservation Fund Grant: street light banners and walking/driving tour maps
• Research on historic preservation practices in peer cities (Fargo, Deadwood, Missoula, Great Falls, Helena, Milwaukee, Lincoln)
• Update on Historic Preservation Plan: Definition of Historic Character and Inventory of Historic Resources
• Staffing changes

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from its October 18, 2023 meeting. The commission discussed staffing changes, the 2023 Historic Preservation Fund Grant, research on peer cities, and updates to the Historic Preservation Plan, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved October 18, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will vote on multiple zoning map amendments, alcohol license requests, and contracts including a lease for the Municipal Court, a bomb disposal robot, and a traffic signal pole replacement. They will also introduce public hearings on two zoning map amendments and receive updates on economic development and a transit plan.

• Lease agreement with Burleigh County for first floor space in the Burleigh County Courthouse for Bismarck Municipal Court
• Recommendation to award the Alcoholic Beverages Services contract with the Bismarck Event Center to Bricks N Ivy, LLC
• Introduction of public hearings on Ordinance 6565 and Ordinance 6566 for zoning map amendments on BREI Estates First Addition Replat and Paradise Valley Addition
• Permission to accept a bid from Peraton to supply a bomb disposal robot to the Bismarck Police Department Bomb Team ($ undisclosed)
• Award bid for traffic signal pole replacement at North 9th Street and East Boulevard Avenue

The Board approved $200,000 for the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber EDC and $50,000 for their collaboration with Bismarck Downtowners, with Commissioner Cleary abstaining. They also approved several alcohol licenses, bond issuances, a highway construction contract, and tabled a resolution on local zoning authority. The meeting included updates on the pipeline intervention petition and a letter of intent for the Renaissance Zone.

• Approved $200,000 to Bismarck-Mandan Chamber EDC and $50,000 for collaboration (4-0, Cleary abstained)
• Approved new Class I-2 alcohol license for Nail Boss (5-0)
• Approved transfer of Class D license from Borrowed Bucks Roadhouse to Superpumper (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Transit Development Plan (5-0)
• Approved issuance of Series S bonds ($17,765,000 at 3.745%) and Series SCG warrants ($1,815,000 at 3.818%) (5-0)
• Awarded Highway Construction Project HC 159 to Edling Electric for $418,556 (5-0)
• Tabled resolution on local zoning authority to Nov 28 meeting (5-0)
• Approved letter of intent to Burleigh County on Renaissance Zone changes (5-0)

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Renaissance Zone Authority will consider a design review request for exterior building modifications. The body will also receive updates on the Renaissance Zone renewal process and a report from Downtowners.

• Design review for Heartland Law Office at 418 North 2nd Street to replace front porch, siding, and windows

The Authority approved facade improvements for a law office and voted to support a one-year reinstatement of the Renaissance Zone. Members also agreed to request a letter of intent to the County Commission regarding board membership and tax base protections.

• Approved facade improvements for 418 North 2nd Street with specific siding conditions (5-0)
• Supported a one-year reinstatement of the Renaissance Zone (4-0)
• Supported appointing a County Commission member to an Authority seat in January 2024 (5-0)
• Requested City Commission send a letter of intent to County Commissioners regarding board membership and tax base revenue (5-0)
• Approved September 14, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will review financial statements and discuss several operational items, including a security patrol services contract expiring February 29, 2024, continued discussions on pay-by-app upgrades and a marketing video for ramp parking, and a proposed capital project to update restrooms on the 2nd floor of the Parkade. The board will also consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a pay request from Walker Consultants.

• Security Patrol Services contract expiring 2/29/24; RFQ timeline discussion
• Continued discussion on pay-by-app upgrades
• Continued discussion on Ramps parking 'How To' marketing video
• Discussion for capital project: Parkade 2nd floor restrooms updates
• Pay request from Walker Consultants

The Bismarck Municipal Parking Authority approved October financials and pay requests totaling $108,239.46 for Vector Construction, Walker Consultants, and CW Structural. It directed staff to pursue a request for quotes (RFQ) for security patrol services and to obtain three bids for restroom upgrades at Parkade's second level. Discussions on pay-by-app upgrades and a marketing video continued without decisions.

• Approved October financials (3-0)
• Approved pay requests totaling $108,239.46 (3-0)
• Directed staff to pursue RFQ for security patrol services (3-0)
• Directed staff to get 3 bids for Parkade 2nd level restroom upgrades (consensus)

Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition

The Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition holds its quarterly meeting to discuss ongoing programs, including the Better Bismarck Campaign, homelessness awareness efforts, and updates from subcommittees focused on prevention, crisis management, and recovery services. The meeting is led by Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health and includes presentations from local agencies and law enforcement.

• Better Bismarck Campaign update by Renae Moch
• Homeless Coalition November Homeless Awareness presentation by Sherrice Roness
• Subcommittee updates on Drug Free Communities Grant, SOR Grant, and Native Inc programs
• Intoxication/Withdrawal Management discussion with Bismarck Police Department and West Central Human Service Center
• Treatment & Recovery updates from Mandan Good Neighbor Project and Heartview Opioid Grant

The Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition held a quarterly meeting with 23 attendees, receiving updates on the Better Bismarck Campaign, Community Health Needs Assessment, and subcommittee reports. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with plans to relaunch the campaign in spring 2024 and next meeting set for Feb 6, 2024.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; meeting was informational
• Better Bismarck Campaign to relaunch in spring 2024 (steering committee)
• Community Health Needs Assessment survey participation encouraged
• Next meeting scheduled for Feb 6, 2024, 10-11:30 AM (hybrid)

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The November 3, 2023, Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee meeting has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items

Vision Fund Committee

The Vision Fund Committee will meet virtually to consider a draft scoring guide for the FLEX PACE program, which provides financial assistance to local businesses. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

The committee approved the revised Flex Pace scoring guide, including an amendment to add a three-year guideline for new full-time positions and a requirement for a narrative when applicants answer 'yes' to certain questions. The guide will be forwarded to the City Commission for final approval.

• Approved revised Flex Pace scoring guide (unanimous)
• Added three-year guideline for new full-time employment positions
• Required narrative for 'yes' responses on infrastructure cost questions
• Forwarded scoring guide to City Commission for approval

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will consider scheduling public hearings for the Silver Ranch Fourth Addition development. The body will also hold public hearings to decide on zoning amendments and a special use permit for other local properties.

• Silver Ranch Fourth Addition: Preliminary plat and zoning amendment for 43.1 acres of mixed-density residential and neighborhood commercial use
• Brei Estates First Addition Replat Lot 1, Block 1: Zoning Map Amendment (ZC2023-010)
• Paradise Valley Second Addition: Zoning Map Amendment (ZC2023-008) and Major Subdivision Final Plat (FPLT2023-003)
• Sunny-View Acres Ninth Subdivision: Special Use Permit for an accessory building (SUP2023-008)
• Proposed amendment to the definition of 'family' requested by a resident

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved three items: a zoning map amendment for BREI Estates First Addition, a major subdivision final plat and zoning map amendment for Paradise Valley Second Addition, and a special use permit for an accessory building in Sunny-view Acres. The commission also discussed but declined to pursue a change to the definition of 'family' regarding unrelated individuals.

• Approved zoning map amendment for BREI Estates First Addition from RT to Conditional CG (unanimous)
• Approved major subdivision final plat and zoning map amendment for Paradise Valley Second Addition with condition (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for accessory building up to 3,200 sq ft on Lot 1, Block 1, Sunny-view Acres Ninth Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 27, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Declined to pursue change to definition of 'family' regarding unrelated individuals

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission and Burleigh County Commission are holding a combined meeting to discuss several joint agreements, including the Public Health Joint Powers Agreement, lease agreements for the City/County Building and Municipal Court, and IT services contracts. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Discuss 2024 Public Health Joint Powers Agreement
• Discuss 2024 City/County Building and Municipal Court Lease Agreements
• Discuss 2024 Burleigh County Courthouse Lease Agreement
• Discuss 2023 and 2024 City/County IT Services Agreements

The Burleigh County Commission voted to fund 25% of the Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health budget. The City and County Commissions also reached a consensus to sign an IT Services Agreement. Lease agreements for the City/County Building and Municipal Courthouse remain unsigned pending a revision.

• Approved $580,663 for 25% of Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health budget (3-2)
• Consensus reached to sign City/County IT Services Agreement
• Lease agreements for City/County Building and Municipal Courthouse not signed pending revision

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will meet to consider consent agenda items including alcohol license approvals, grant applications, engineering contracts, and abatements, as well as regular agenda items such as a landfill expansion presentation, an appeal of a variance denial, a public hearing on a taxicab ordinance amendment, and proposed 2024 meeting schedules.

• Accept high bid of $51,000 from Tri-Energy Cooperative for Class E Beer license
• Approve engineering agreement with KLJ for ASR-8 radar antenna extension at airport
• Approve NDDOT 7th Street and State Street Trail projects
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6564 to amend taxicab ordinance
• Appeal of Board of Adjustment denial for front yard setback variance at Cody and Jessica Clark property

The Board approved a variance for Cody and Jessica Clark to reduce a front yard setback for an accessory building, overturning a Board of Adjustment denial. They also approved amendments to the taxicab ordinance requiring accessible vehicles for larger fleets. Additionally, the Board approved various alcohol licenses, engineering contracts for road and airport projects, and a landfill expansion study.

• Approved variance for Cody and Jessica Clark to reduce front yard setback (5-0)
• Approved amended taxicab ordinance with accessible vehicle requirements (5-0)
• Approved engineering design services for landfill Cell 2 expansion (5-0)
• Approved alcohol license modifications and transfers, including Amvets Post 9 and Superpumper #80127
• Approved $51,000 bid from Tri-Energy Cooperative for Class E Beer Only license
• Approved NDDOT 7th Street and 9th Street mill and overlay projects
• Approved NDDOT State Street Trail project (Calgary Ave to 43rd Ave)
• Approved 2024 Board of City Commissioners meeting calendar

CenCom

The Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom) Executive Committee will hold its regular meeting to approve the minutes from July 25, 2023, and discuss the 2024 budget. The committee will also receive a director update and address any new business before adjourning.

• Review and approve minutes from 07/25/23
• Discuss 2024 budget

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee meeting scheduled for October 20, 2023, was canceled because no agenda items were submitted. The cancellation was announced by City Administrator Keith Hunke on October 19, 2023.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will receive subcommittee updates on grant-funded projects. The body will also discuss sidewalks in the Highland Acres Historic District.

• Update on Historic District Street Light Banners
• Update on Historic District Walking/Driving Tour Maps
• Discussion regarding sidewalks in Highland Acres Historic District

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission approved spending funds to order 3,000 Highland Acres historical maps when available. The commission also approved the September 20, 2023 meeting minutes. Chair Sakariassen raised concerns about sidewalk construction in the Highland Acres Historic District proceeding without commission notification, and staff suggested improving communication. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved using funds to order 3,000 Highland Acres historical maps when available (4-0)

Vision Fund Committee

The Bismarck Vision Fund Committee is meeting to approve minutes, review financial statements, and consider a draft scoring rubric for FlexPace applications and an update to the Vision Fund guidelines. These items are under discussion and no final decisions have been made yet.

• Approval of July 10, 2023 minutes
• Review of Vision Fund financial statements
• Consideration of draft FlexPace application scoring rubric
• Consideration of draft update to Vision Fund general policy

The Vision Fund Committee met in special session and approved the July 10, 2023, minutes with a correction to Chair Strege's name. They also accepted the financial report as provided. The committee discussed the Cloverdale project, noting a likely extension request, and reviewed the scoring rubric and guidelines, but took no action on those items.

• Approved July 10, 2023, minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report as provided (unanimous)

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will decide on amendments to the 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program and a final draft for the Urbanized Area Boundary update. The board will also review the draft 2024 Unified Planning Work Program and receive progress reports on transit and mapping projects.

• Amendments to 2024-2027 TIP for Valerie Entzel Park, Bismarck Parks Trail Groomer, and Lincoln Moch Park Trail
• Amendments to 2024-2027 TIP for Bismarck Expressway/Centennial Exit 161 (Projects 24.6.18 and 24.6.19)
• Action item for Final Draft Urbanized Area Boundary (UZA) Update
• Action item for Draft 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• Notice of removal of 2026 and 2027 TIP projects

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items like public comment and approval of minutes, plus discussions on equity in emergency management planning, community conversations, and the end-of-year budget. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of equity in emergency management planning
• End of year budget discussion
• Approval of September 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Update on 'These Are Your Neighbors' podcast
• Community conversations discussion

The committee voted to form a subcommittee to study how the Equity in Emergency Management Plan can better serve at-risk community members. Members also scheduled a Community Conversations project for February 8, 2024, at the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.

• Approved September 18, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved creation of subcommittee for Equity in Emergency Management Planning (unanimous)
• Scheduled Community Conversations project for February 8, 2024

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will consider approving amendments to the 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), including projects in Morton County, Bismarck, and Lincoln. The committee will also take action on the final draft Urbanized Area boundary update and the draft 2024 Unified Planning Work Program. Progress reports will be given on the Arrive 2050 plan, Transit Development Plan, and Ortho-Contour project.

• Public hearing and action on 2024-2027 TIP amendments: Morton County Valerie Entzel Park, Bismarck Parks Trail Groomer, Lincoln Moch Park Trail, Bismarck Expressway/Centennial Exit 161 projects
• Action on final draft Urbanized Area (UZA) boundary update
• Action on draft 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• Progress reports: Arrive 2050 Forecast/MTP, 2022 Transit Development Plan, 2023 Ortho-Contour Project
• Notice of removal of 2026 and 2027 TIP projects

Animal Advisory Board

The Bismarck Animal Advisory Board is meeting to discuss animal impound spay and neuter requirements, as well as a communications plan including public service announcements and social media posts. The agenda also includes routine items like public comment, approval of minutes, and other business.

• Discussion on animal impound spay and neuter requirements
• Review of communications plan and public service announcements
• Social media post ideas and images for pet vaccination and savings campaigns

The Bismarck Animal Advisory Board discussed a potential policy change to require all animals adopted from the Animal Impound to be spayed or neutered, but no formal decision was made. The board approved the previous meeting minutes unanimously and agreed to record public service announcements and post social media content to the Animal Control Facebook page. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned at 10:54 AM.

• Approved meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Agreed to record PSAs with Dakota Media Access
• Agreed to have Animal Wardens post social media content to Animal Control Facebook page

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will meet to approve September meeting minutes, review financial statements, and discuss a management proposal request for qualifications. Board member terms and pay-by-app equipment updates are also on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from September 14, 2023 meeting
• Review financial statements
• Consider management proposal RFQ
• Discuss Todd Kovash board member term expiration (12/31/23)
• Update on pay-by-app equipment quote

The Authority approved a two-year management contract with Rocky Gordon & Co. starting January 1, 2024. The board also approved the September financial statements. A quote for pay-by-app equipment was presented but deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved September 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September financial statements (5-0)
• Approved 2-year management contract with Rocky Gordon & Co. including two 1-year renewal options (5-0)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding 2023 special assessment districts and Health & Safety Assessments. The body is also considering various infrastructure contracts, grant applications, and a taxicab ordinance amendment.

• Public hearings for 2023 special assessment districts and Health & Safety Assessments
• Proposal from Ostrom Painting for runway painting
• Purchase of four replacement paratransit cutaway buses
• Introduction of Ordinance 6564 to amend the taxicab ordinance
• Contracts to haul snow for the 2023-24 winter season

The Board of City Commissioners voted 3-2 to deny the sidewalk gap project in the Highland Acres neighborhood, despite staff recommendations. The board also upheld the denial of a taxicab driver license due to a felony conviction, approved the consent agenda, and confirmed health and safety assessments and special assessment districts.

• Denied sidewalk construction in Highland Acres (3-2)
• Upheld denial of taxicab driver license for Ronald Reineke (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including expenditures, personnel actions, and various department requests (unanimous)
• Confirmed 2023 Health & Safety Assessments (unanimous)
• Confirmed 2023 Special Assessment Districts (unanimous)
• Denied water service contract with Parkview MHP LLC at this time (unanimous)

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The October 6, 2023, meeting was canceled due to a lack of quorum.

Board of Adjustment

The Bismarck Board of Adjustment will consider approving minutes from its July 6, 2023 meeting and hold a public hearing on a variance request. The Clarks seek to reduce the required front yard setback from 40 feet to about 23 feet to accommodate an accessory building already under construction at 8010 Northwood Drive. The board may approve, continue, table, or deny the request. The meeting also includes election of officers and adjournment.

• Variance VAR2023-004: reduce front yard setback from 40 to ~23 feet at 8010 Northwood Drive for a 30x40 accessory building
• Building permit BRES2023-0269 issued June 2, 2023; setback error discovered in August
• Public hearing on variance; comments due by noon on meeting day
• Election of officers as other business
• Next regular meeting scheduled for November 6, 2023

The Bismarck Board of Adjustment denied a variance request from Cody and Jessica Clark to reduce the required front-yard setback from 40 feet to about 23 feet for an accessory building at 8010 Northwood Drive. The building was already under construction and had been mistakenly sited based on an incorrect setback measurement. The board voted 4-1 to deny the variance, citing that the hardship was not exceptional and that financial hardship could not be considered. The board also approved the July 6, 2023 minutes and re-elected Michael Marback as Chairman and Jennifer Clark as Vice Chairman.

• Denied variance for front-yard setback reduction at 8010 Northwood Drive (4-1)
• Approved minutes of July 6, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Re-elected Michael Marback as Chairman (abstained)
• Re-elected Jennifer Clark as Vice Chairman (abstained)

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on a minor subdivision for industrial development and a special use permit for an electronic message center. Members will also consider scheduling a hearing for a residential-to-commercial rezoning request.

• Zoning map amendment for Brei Estates First Addition Lot 1, Block 1 from Residential to Conditional Commercial
• Minor Subdivision Final Plat for Trillium Fifth Addition industrial development
• Special Use Permit for an electronic message center at Grandview Heights
• Rural Residential Lot Split for Briese Subdivision

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the minor subdivision final plat for Trillium Fifth Addition, with a condition requiring additional stormwater considerations if development exceeds 65% impervious surface. The commission also unanimously approved a special use permit for an electronic message center sign at 1715 Burnt Boat Drive and a rural residential lot split for Lot 2 and Lot 4, Block 1, Briese Subdivision, each with specific conditions. Minutes from the August 23, 2023 meeting were approved as presented.

• Approved minutes of August 23, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda item 3, calling for public hearing on zoning map amendment for Lot 1, Block 1, Brei Estates First Additions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of minor subdivision final plat for Trillium Fifth Addition, with condition on impervious surface over 65% (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for electronic message center at 1715 Burnt Boat Drive, with conditions per ordinance (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rural residential lot split for Lot 2 and Lot 4, Block 1, Briese Subdivision, with five conditions (unanimous)

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will meet to discuss routine administrative items, personnel actions, and contract approvals on the consent agenda. The regular agenda includes public hearings on the 2024 budget ordinance, a new restaurant alcohol license for Tilt Studio, special assessment districts, and property maintenance regulations. Commissioners will also hear presentations regarding regional refugee coordination and public health services.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6560 for the 2024 Budget
• Public hearing on a new Class F1 Restaurant Full Alcohol license for 'Nickels And Dimes Incorporated' (dba) Tilt Studio at 600 South 5th Street
• Public hearing and confirmation of the 2023 Special Assessment Districts
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6563 regarding the Accumulation of Certain Items Prohibited
• Renewal of the Faber, Coe & Gregg of Florida, Inc. airport café, gift shop, and alcoholic beverage concession contract

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners approved the 2024 budget (Ordinance 6560) including a grant-funded Regional Integration Facilitator position, contingent on future grant funding. The board also approved a new alcohol license for Tilt Studio, confirmed special assessment districts, and tabled a water service contract with Parkview MHP for further review.

• Approved 2024 budget with Regional Integration Facilitator position (5-0)
• Approved Class F1 alcohol license for Tilt Studio (5-0)
• Confirmed 2023 Special Assessment Districts (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6563 on accumulation of certain items (5-0)
• Tabled water service contract with Parkview MHP (5-0)
• Directed staff to explore intervener status in CO2 pipeline project, capped at $25,000 (5-0)
• Approved pursuing NDDOT Urban Grant program (3-2)
• Approved grant application for Regional Integration Facilitator (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider approval of the August 16, 2023 meeting minutes and hear updates from subcommittees regarding the 2023 Historic Preservation Fund Grant. The agenda includes a public comment period and discussion of other business before adjournment.

• Consider approval of the minutes of the August 16, 2023 meeting
• 2023 Historic Preservation Fund Grant Priority 2 – Historic District Street Light Banners subcommittee update
• 2023 Historic Preservation Fund Grant Priority 3 – Historic District Walking/Driving Tour Maps subcommittee update

The commission approved the minutes from the August 16, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the status of the 2023 Historic Preservation Fund Grant, including street light banners and tour maps, but no further formal actions were taken.

• Approved August 16, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review unapproved 2024 contracts between the City of Bismarck and Burleigh County. Specifically, the board will discuss IT services agreements and Public Health Joint Powers agreements for 2023 and 2024.

• Review of 2022-23 and 2024 IT Services Agreements between the City of Bismarck and Burleigh County
• Review of 2023 and 2024 Public Health Joint Powers Agreements

The Board of City Commissioners held a special meeting to review two unsigned 2024 contracts with Burleigh County. They agreed to postpone discussion of the $154,339 IT services contract until the County takes final action, and to continue Public Health funding discussions at the September 26 meeting after the County's budget hearing. No formal votes were taken.

• Deferred discussion of $154,339 IT services contract pending County action
• Continued Public Health funding discussion to September 26, 2023

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will meet to decide on the final 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program and highway safety targets. The board will also review a travel demand model amendment and receive progress reports on regional transit and mapping projects.

• Possible approval of the Final 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Resolution of Adoption for PM1 Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Targets
• Action item for the ATAC 2021 Travel Demand Model Addendum Amendment
• Progress report on the 2022 Transit Development Plan
• Progress report on the 2023 Ortho-Contour Project

Technical Advisory Committee

The Technical Advisory Committee will review the final 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program and highway safety targets. The body will also discuss progress reports on transit development and ortho-contour projects.

• Possible approval of the Final 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program
• Resolution of Adoption for PM1 Highway Safety Improvement Program Targets
• 2021 Travel Demand Model Addendum Amendment
• Progress report on the 2022 Transit Development Plan
• Progress report on the 2023 Ortho-Contour Project

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee is meeting to discuss its mission of inclusion and accessibility, approve minutes, and review partnered events including a crosswalk painting, equity in emergency management planning, and a Dakota Pro Musica performance. The agenda also includes updates on the 'These Are Your Neighbors' podcast and the Municipal Equality Index Subcommittee.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 8.21.2023
• Discussion of Crosswalk Painting event
• Equity in Emergency Management Planning
• Dakota Pro Musica Event Sponsorship
• Municipal Equality Index Subcommittee update

The committee approved the minutes from the August 21, 2023, meeting. Members discussed a proposed equity project for emergency management and the restrictions on painting rainbow crosswalks in public rights of way.

• Approved August 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The September 15, 2023, Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee meeting has been canceled because a quorum was not reached. No items were discussed or decided. The meeting notice was issued by City Administrator Keith Hunke on September 14, 2023.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Burleigh County Renaissance Zone Authority will meet to consider approval of two downtown design review requests. The meeting will also receive updates on the Renaissance Zone renewal process and a report from Downtowners. Public comments can be submitted via email or in person.

• Demolition for off-street parking at 224 West Broadway Avenue (DDR2023-008)
• Revisions to Applewood Group Rowhouses at 215 West Thayer Avenue (DDR2021-007)
• Update on Renaissance Zone renewal process
• Report from Downtowners

The Bismarck Renaissance Zone Authority approved two Downtown Design Review requests. The first approved demolition of the building at 224 West Broadway Avenue to expand off-street parking for the adjacent Dairy Queen, with conditions including a Special Use Permit and design approval. The second approved revisions to the 2021 design for 215 West Thayer Avenue to add a 6-lot parking area, with conditions including approved building elevations and a revised site plan. Both approvals were subject to further review by the Downtown Design Review Committee.

• Approved demolition design for 224 West Broadway Ave (6-0)
• Approved revised design for 215 West Thayer Ave to add parking (5-1, Fink opposed)
• Approved August 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will consider approval of August minutes, review financial statements, and get updates on the Parkade repairs project and pay-by-app equipment. They will also discuss options for paying special assessments on last year's City street project and handle other business including a pay request from Vector Construction and an update on the PA Management RFQ.

• Approval of August 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Progress update on Parkade repairs project
• Options for payment of special assessments on last year's City street project
• Update on pay-by-app equipment quote
• Pay request from Vector Construction

The Authority approved the full payment of special assessments and authorized payments to Vector Construction and CW Structural Engineering. A quote for pay-by-app equipment was tabled.

• Approved August financial statements (5-0)
• Approved payoff of special assessments totaling $122,990 (5-0)
• Approved $223,037.06 pay request for Vector Construction Parkade tendon repair pending final inspection (5-0)
• Approved CW Structural Engineering bill for $5,805 (5-0)
• Tabled pay-by-app equipment quote

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will meet to discuss routine administrative items, bids, and policy revisions on the consent agenda. The regular agenda features public hearings on the 2024 budget ordinance, property annexations, an easement release, and a street name change from Tulsa Avenue to Tulsa Drive.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6560 for the 2024 Budget
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6561 for the annexation of part of Lot 2, Block 1 and Ash Coulee Drive right-of-way
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6562 for the annexation of two rights-of-way within Northern Sky Second Addition First Replat
• Public hearing to change the name of Tulsa Avenue to Tulsa Drive within Meadow Valley Third Addition
• Introduction of and call for a public hearing for a new Class F1 Restaurant Full Alcohol license for Tilt Studio at 600 South 5 Street

The Board approved two annexations in the Northern Sky Second Addition and renamed Tulsa Avenue to Tulsa Drive. The 2024 Budget public hearing was continued to September 26, 2023, to allow Burleigh County to adopt its budget.

• Approved Ordinance 6561 for annexation of Lot 2, Block 1 and Ash Coulee Drive right-of-way (All Aye)
• Approved Ordinance 6562 for annexation of two rights-of-way in Northern Sky Second Addition (All Aye)
• Approved release of access easement for Lots 2-3, Block 1, Schilling Second Addition (All Aye)
• Approved changing 'Tulsa Avenue' to 'Tulsa Drive' in Meadow Valley Third Addition (All Aye)
• Granted six-month license transfer extension to BBS, Inc. (dba) Borrowed Bucks Roadhouse (All Aye)
• Approved sealed bid for one Class E Beer-Only license with $30,000 starting bid (All Aye)
• Continued 2024 Budget public hearing to September 26, 2023 (All Aye)
• Approved Consent Agenda including personnel actions, expenditures, and minor subdivisions (All Aye)

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission is holding a special meeting to gather information about a FEMA grant award near Solheim Elementary School. No action is expected to be taken at this informational session.

• FEMA grant award information gathering
• Meeting at 325 Munich Drive, near Solheim Elementary School

Bismarck-Mandan Mayors' Committee for People with Disabilities

The Bismarck-Mandan Mayors' Committee for People with Disabilities will welcome six new members and review routine reports at its September 12 meeting. Members will also discuss plans for October Disability Awareness Month, including poster dissemination, media outreach, and partnerships with local organizations.

• New members Carol Cristilli, Nicole Lund, Jennifer Sick, Renae Peterson, Ashley Coles, and Brittany Hanson
• Review of May 9, 2023 minutes and treasurer’s report
• Planning for October Disability Awareness Month activities (posters, media, Dakota Access marketing)
• Review of revised scholarship application and financial assistance contacts
• Identification of barrier-free community and financial requests

The Bismarck-Mandan Mayors' Committee for People with Disabilities met on September 12, 2023, and approved the May 9, 2023, meeting minutes and treasurer's report unanimously. The committee tabled a revised scholarship application until the January meeting to allow new members to acclimate. No barrier-free community or financial requests were considered, and the next meeting is scheduled for January 9, 2024.

• Approved May 9, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 9, 2023, treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Tabled revised scholarship application until January 2024 meeting
• Denied Moneygeek request to place link on city websites (for uniformity)

Special Assessment Commission

The Bismarck Special Assessment Commission will hold a public hearing to consider objections to five proposed street improvement districts (Nos. 557, 559, 560, 561, 569). The agenda includes approving minutes from the August 16, 2023 meeting, reviewing each district's improvements, assessments, and terms, and confirming the assessment lists. The total assessed and financed amounts range from $382,032.96 to $6,422,381.34.

• Street Improvement District No. 557: New pavement on Brookside Place, total $183,721.86, 15-year term
• Street Improvement District No. 559: Reconstruction and resurfacing across multiple streets, total $6,422,381.34, 7-year term
• Street Improvement District No. 560: Scrub seal project, total $892,183.67, 3-year term
• Street Improvement District No. 561: Pavement resurfacing on 52nd Street and Miriam Avenue, total $382,032.96, 7-year term
• Street Improvement District No. 569: New pavement in Trenton Addition, total $1,094,944.37, 15-year term

The Special Assessment Commission approved all five street improvement districts (No. 557, 559, 560, 561, and 569) as presented, with total assessments and financing exceeding $8.9 million. A public comment from a resident about the assessment for District No. 559, Unit #10 was heard, but the commission determined the assessment policy was followed. The minutes record no other substantive decisions.

• Approved Street Improvement District No. 559 (unanimous)
• Approved remaining districts No. 557, 560, 561, 569 (unanimous)
• Approved August 16, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Special Assessment Commission

The Special Assessment Commission is meeting to tour improvement districts. The agenda states that no action is expected to be taken by the Commission.

• Tour of improvement districts

The Special Assessment Commission held a public hearing and approved all five street improvement districts on the agenda. District No. 559, the largest at $6.4 million, was approved separately after a public comment from a resident about his condo association's assessment; the commission determined the assessment policy was followed. The remaining districts (No. 557, 560, 561, and 569) were approved as presented.

• Approved Street Improvement District No. 559 ($6,422,381.34) (3-0)
• Approved Street Improvement District No. 557 ($183,721.86) (3-0)
• Approved Street Improvement District No. 560 ($892,183.67) (3-0)
• Approved Street Improvement District No. 561 ($382,032.96) (3-0)
• Approved Street Improvement District No. 569 ($1,094,944.37) (3-0)
• Approved August 16, 2023 minutes (3-0)

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee meeting scheduled for September 1, 2023, was canceled because a quorum was not present. The notice was issued by City Administrator Keith Hunke on August 31, 2023.

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee will meet to consider approving the minutes from its August 4 meeting and discuss draft bylaws for the Board of Health. No substantive decisions are scheduled beyond these procedural items.

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission and Planning and Zoning Commission are holding a special joint meeting on August 29, 2023, as part of the AARP 2023 Missing Middle Housing Walking Tour. The event includes a meeting at the AARP North Dakota State Office and a walking tour of central Bismarck. No formal action is expected to be taken.

• Joint special meeting of City Commission and Planning and Zoning Commission
• AARP 2023 Missing Middle Housing Walking Tour
• Meeting at AARP North Dakota State Office, 107 W Main Avenue, Suite 125, Bismarck, ND
• Walking tour of central Bismarck

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck City Commission and Planning and Zoning Commission are holding a special joint meeting on August 29, 2023, from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM. The meeting consists of a walking tour of central Bismarck focused on 'Missing Middle Housing,' starting at the AARP North Dakota State Office. No formal action is expected; the agenda is informational only.

• Walking tour of central Bismarck on Missing Middle Housing
• Meeting location: AARP North Dakota State Office, 107 W Main Avenue, Suite 125
• Joint attendance by City Commissioners and Planning and Zoning Commissioners

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee Subcommittee is holding a special meeting. The body will discuss the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index (MEI).

• Discussion of the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index (MEI)

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee is holding a special meeting where a quorum of its subcommittee members will discuss the Human Rights Campaign's Municipal Equality Index (MEI). The agenda contains no other items; it is a single-topic discussion session.

• Discussion of Human Rights Campaign's Municipal Equality Index (MEI)

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider a zoning map amendment and preliminary major subdivision plat for the Paradise Valley Second Addition, along with several final plats and a special use permit for a drive-through. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes from July 26, 2023.

• Zoning Map Amendment and Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat for Paradise Valley Second Addition (Item 2)
• Minor Subdivision Final Plat for Boden Addition First Replat (Item 3)
• Minor Subdivision Final Plat for Silver Ranch Third Addition First Replat (Item 4)
• Minor Subdivision Final Plat for Tree Top Second Addition (Item 5)
• Planned Unit Development Amendment Plat and Minor Subdivision Final Plat for Misty Waters Second Replat (Item 6)

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Misty Waters Second Replat, a minor subdivision final plat and planned unit development amendment, allowing one toilet and one sink per storage unit, with conditions from the staff report. The vote was 7-2, with Commissioners Levchak and Schwartz opposed. The commission also unanimously approved several other minor subdivision final plats and a special use permit for a drive-through restaurant.

• Approved Misty Waters Second Replat with one toilet and one sink per unit (7-2)
• Approved Boden Addition First Replat minor subdivision final plat (unanimous)
• Approved Silver Ranch Third Addition First Replat minor subdivision final plat (unanimous)
• Approved Tree Top Second Addition minor subdivision final plat (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for drive-through at Jacks First Addition Lot 3, Block 1 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 26, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will consider the introduction of the 2024 City budget and an amendment to the 2023 budget. The body will also review a presentation on the Bismarck Riverfront Partners project and hold public hearings on three zoning map amendments.

• Introduction and public hearing call for Ordinance 6560 regarding the 2024 City budget
• Awarding the 2024-2025 Medical/Health Insurance bid to Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Public hearing for a new alcohol license for Missouri Riverboat, Inc. at 1700 River Road
• Zoning map amendment requests for Lot 2, Block 1, Schilling Second Addition; Basin Electric additions; and Lot 52, Block 1, Edgewood Village Seventh Addition
• Purchase of property for a future water storage facility

The Board approved donating 4.4 acres of city-owned land at Keelboat Park to the Fort Abraham Lincoln Foundation, with conditions including generating $4 million in grants within five years and reverting the land to the city if the project doesn't proceed. The board also approved several zoning changes, a new alcohol license, a budget amendment for Bisman Transit, and awarded a street maintenance materials bid.

• Approved donation of 4.4 acres to Fort Abraham Lincoln Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved new Class B-3 alcohol license for Missouri Riverboat, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6556 zoning change to PUD for Schilling Second Addition (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6557 zoning change to Conditional CG for Basin Electric additions (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6558 zoning change to PUD for Edgewood Village (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6559 amending 2023 budget for Bisman Transit gap funding (unanimous)
• Awarded brine salt bid to NSC Minerals, Ltd. at $116.86/ton (unanimous)
• Directed HR to proceed with City Administrator recruitment plan (consensus)

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss its mission, approve minutes, and review partnered events and subcommittee updates. The agenda includes collaboration with the Fargo Human Rights Committee, a Dakota Pro Musica performance, and the Municipal Equality Index Subcommittee update. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 7.17.2023
• Fargo Human Rights Committee Collaboration
• Dakota Pro Musica Performance Event
• These Are Your Neighbors Podcast
• Municipal Equality Index Subcommittee Update

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee approved the July 17, 2023, meeting minutes unanimously. They discussed collaborating with Minot and Fargo committees, received updates on the Dakota Pro Musica event and podcast, and planned a spring event. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 17, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Sponsored Dakota Pro Musica event with $250 donation (previously voted at July 17 meeting)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is discussing updates to the Historic Preservation Plan, including a draft inventory of resources and a list of goals. The body will also receive updates on grant-funded projects and a proposed historic timeline for the Bismarck Event Center.

• Draft Inventory of Historic Resources
• Draft List of Goals and Objectives for the Historic Preservation Plan
• Update on Historic District Street Light Banners (2023 HPF Grant)
• Update on Historic District Walking/Driving Tour Maps (2023 HPF Grant)
• Bismarck Event Center Historic Timeline Proposal

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission approved using social media and the city website to advertise free Bismarck Timeline books. They also discussed the Preservation Plan update, a grant for street banners, and distributing timelines to schools and other venues. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved corrected minutes of July 19, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved social media and city website advertising for Bismarck Timeline books (unanimous)

Special Assessment Commission

The Bismarck Special Assessment Commission will hold a public hearing on objections to proposed special assessment improvement districts for sewer and street projects. The commission will consider approving minutes from a prior meeting and confirm assessment lists for the districts. The agenda includes 12 districts with total assessed and financed amounts ranging from $474.73 to $3,583,913.92.

• Sewer Improvement District No. 580: $427,994.58 for local storm sewer in Promontory Point Sixth and Seventh Additions
• Street Improvement District No. 545: $3,583,913.92 for new pavement and storm sewer on multiple streets including Bodine Lane, Brynhild Drive, and Silver Boulevard
• Street Improvement District No. 555: $800,632.39 for concrete pavement repair on 4th, 5th, 6th Streets and Broadway Avenue
• Street Improvement District No. 568: $1,089,621.53 for new pavement on Baltimore Drive, Peach Tree Lane, Kamrose Drive
• Continuous Districts: $72,397.07 for Park Improvement District No. 200 and $474.73 for Storm Sewer Improvement District No. 100

The Special Assessment Commission held a public hearing and approved all special assessment improvement districts on the agenda, covering new pavement, storm sewer, and repair projects. One protest letter was received for Street Improvement District No. 555, but the assessment lists were approved unanimously. The districts include residential and commercial assessments with 10- or 15-year terms.

• Approved Sewer Improvement District No. 580 (storm sewer, $427,994.58)
• Approved Sewer Improvement District No. 581 (storm sewer, $528,373.36)
• Approved Street Improvement District No. 545 (new pavement and storm sewer, $3,583,913.92)
• Approved Street Improvement District No. 555 (concrete pavement repair, $800,632.39)
• Approved Street Improvement District No. 556 (new pavement, $738,238.93)
• Approved Street Improvement District No. 562 (new pavement, $509,159.64)
• Approved Street Improvement District No. 563 (new pavement and storm sewer, $628,217.72)
• Approved Street Improvement District No. 565 (new pavement, $811,000.21)

Special Assessment Commission

The Special Assessment Commission is holding a special meeting to tour improvement districts on the agenda. No action is expected to be taken; the meeting is informational only.

• Tour of improvement districts
• No action expected

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board will hold a meeting to consider amendments to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program, review the draft 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program, and elect new officers for 2023-2025. The board will also discuss a resolution of support for Bis-Man Transit’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan and approve a consultant for the Safe Routes to Services/Complete Streets Study.

• Election of Officers from August 2023-July 2025
• 2023-2026 TIP Amendment for the Burleigh County 66th Street Project
• 2023-2026 TIP Amendment for the NDDOT Bismarck State Street Trail Project
• Safe Routes to Services/Complete Streets Study Consultant Approval
• Draft 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program

Forestry Advisory Board

The Bismarck Forestry Advisory Board is meeting to review the 2024 budget and a contract for ash tree removal and stump grinding. The board will also receive updates on Dutch Elm Disease and the Partners in Planting program.

• 2024 Budget Update
• Ash Tree Removal/Stump Grinding Contract – EAB Preparedness
• 2024 Arbor Day discussion
• NDFS Fall Grant Cycle
• Dutch Elm Disease update

The board approved the May 16, 2023, meeting minutes. Members reviewed preliminary 2024 budget approvals from the City Commission and discussed updates on Dutch Elm Disease and tree planting programs.

• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will hold public hearings regarding amendments to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program and the draft 2024-2027 program. The body will also consider a safety plan for Bis-Man Transit and consultant approval for a streets study.

• Public hearing and action on 2023-2026 TIP amendments for the 66th St Project and NDDOT Bismarck State Street Trail Project
• Public hearing and action on the Draft 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program
• Resolution of support for Bis-Man Transit’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP)
• Consultant approval for the Safe Routes to Services/Complete Streets Study
• Progress reports on Arrive 2050 MTP, 2022 Transit Development Plan, and 2023 Ortho-Contour Project

Civil Service Commission

The Bismarck Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for August 17, 2023, has been canceled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and no other business items.

• Cancellation of the August 17, 2023 Civil Service Commission meeting

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Burleigh County Renaissance Zone Authority will meet to consider approval of minutes from prior meetings and vote on three downtown design review requests. The meeting will also include updates on the Renaissance Zone renewal process and a report from The Downtowners group.

• Approval of minutes from June 29 and July 13, 2023 meetings
• Downtown Design Review for The Depot Site Design at 401 East Main Avenue (DDR2023-006)
• Downtown Design Review for Dakota Enterprises Retaining Wall Site Design at 121 East Front Avenue (DDR2023-007)
• Update on Renaissance Zone Renewal Process
• Report from Downtowners on interest rate impacts

The Authority approved Downtown Design Review for site improvements at 401 East Main Avenue (Downtown Depot, LLC) and 121 East Front Avenue (Prairie Rose Family Dentists), both with the condition that substantive revisions be reconsidered by the Downtown Design Review Committee. Both motions passed unanimously. The Authority also discussed the Renaissance Zone renewal process, including upcoming meetings with Burleigh County, Bismarck Public Schools, and Bismarck Parks and Recreation.

• Approved Downtown Design Review for 401 East Main Avenue site improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Downtown Design Review for 121 East Front Avenue site improvements (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 29, 2023 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2023 regular meeting (unanimous)

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will meet to approve the minutes from its July 13, 2023 meeting, review financial statements, and receive a progress update on Parkade repairs. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions expected.

• Approve minutes of July 13, 2023 meeting
• Review financial statements
• Progress update on Parkade repairs project

The Authority approved the July financial statements and a payment to Walker Consultants. Staff reported that parkade repairs are expected to be finished by the end of August.

• Approved July 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July financial statements (5-0)
• Approved $4,924.65 pay request to Walker Consultants for engineering services (5-0)

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck City Commission will meet to consider consent agenda items including bond issuances, zoning map amendments, and a budget amendment, as well as regular agenda items such as a report on the Bismarck Marathon route and discussions on Flex PACE program buy-downs. Public comments are accepted via email before the meeting.

• Resolution authorizing $45M wastewater revenue bond with State Revolving Fund
• Resolution authorizing $2M water treatment revenue bond for lead service line replacement
• Introduction of ordinances for zoning map amendments (Ords 6556-6558) and annexations (Ords 6561-6562)
• Introduction of Ordinance 6559 to amend the 2023 budget
• Award of asphalt pavement maintenance bid to Asphalt Surface Technologies Corporation

The Board approved three Flex PACE program interest buy-downs totaling $323,076.90 and authorized road closures for the September 16 Bismarck Marathon. The Board also directed the Community Development Department to review zoning language regarding home-based occupations.

• Approved $107,692.30 Vision Fund interest buy-down for CMK Holdings LLC
• Approved $107,692.30 Vision Fund interest buy-down for Simson Holding Company LLC
• Approved $107,692.30 Vision Fund interest buy-down for Venture Building Company LLC
• Approved 6th Street road closure and police support for Bismarck Marathon
• Approved Consent Agenda including airport pavement contract and various zoning public hearings
• Directed Community Development Department to reconsider home-based occupation zoning language

Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition

The Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition met quarterly, receiving updates on the Better Bismarck Campaign grants, including Heartview's plan to add a second methadone pump and Ministry on the Margins' coffee house serving an average of 44 people per night. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational, with subcommittee reports on Narcan trainings, a vacant prevention specialist position, and rising xylazine prevalence in overdoses.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; meeting was informational
• Heartview to use Better Bismarck funds for second methadone pump (reported)
• Ministry on the Margins continues coffee house operations, serving avg 44/night (reported)
• Heartview opioid grant put on hold as of Aug 1, 2023 (reported)
• Next meeting scheduled for Nov 7, 2023 (announced)

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee will meet to approve minutes and discuss a range of topics including the City/County Building lease, extraterritorial area, grants/federal funding, IT services, municipal court lease, prisoner care, public health, and the senior center. No decisions are scheduled; the agenda is for discussion only.

• Approval of July 21, 2023 minutes
• Discussion: City/County Building Lease
• Discussion: Extraterritorial Area (ETA)
• Discussion: Grants/Federal Funding
• Discussion: Municipal Court Lease and Prisoner Care

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee approved amended minutes from July 21, 2023, and discussed several topics. They agreed to review the City/County Building Lease, IT services, and Municipal Court Lease in the first quarter of 2024, and to discuss Public Health at the September 1, 2023 meeting. The August 18, 2023 meeting was cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No formal votes were taken on these topics.

• Approved minutes of July 21, 2023, as amended (all aye)
• Agreed to review City/County Building Lease in Q1 2024
• Agreed to discuss IT services in Q1 2024
• Agreed to discuss Municipal Court Lease in Q1 2024
• Agreed to discuss Public Health on September 1, 2023
• Cancelled August 18, 2023 meeting
• Removed Grants/Federal Funding and Senior Center from topic list

Board of City Commissioners

The Burleigh County Board of City Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider liquor license renewal requests submitted by the Administration Department. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Liquor license renewals (ADMIN - Liquor License Renewals.pdf)

The Board of City Commissioners met for a special meeting to consider a request from the Administration Department. The board voted to approve liquor license renewals as presented.

• Approved liquor license renewals (unanimous)

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will discuss updating the 2023 Growth Phasing Plan to reflect current development conditions. The body will also hold public hearings on three zoning changes and one annexation request.

• 2023 Growth Phasing Plan Amendment (GPPA2023-001)
• Zoning change from CG to PUD for indoor self-storage at Schilling Second Addition Lot 2, Block 1
• Zoning change from RM30 to PUD for Edgewood Village First Replat, Lot 52, Block 1
• Zoning change from RT to Conditional CG for Basin Electric Fourth Addition and related tracts
• Annexation of Northern Sky Drive and Wilkinson Place rights-of-way

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of four zoning map amendments and one annexation. All items were approved as recommended by staff, with conditions on some. The commission also approved the June 28, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning change to PUD for Schilling Second Addition Lot 2, Block 1 (unanimous, with condition)
• Recommended approval of zoning change to PUD for Edgewood Village Seventh Addition Lot 52, Block 1 (unanimous, with condition)
• Recommended approval of zoning change to Conditional CG for Basin Electric Fourth Addition and related tracts (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annexation of Northern Sky Drive and Wilkinson Place rights-of-way (unanimous, with condition)

CenCom

The Central Dakota Communications Center Executive Committee is meeting to review the 2024 budget and SIRN 20/20. The body will also review minutes from the April 25, 2023 meeting.

• 2024 Budget
• SIRN 20/20

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will meet to approve routine items including liquor license renewals, personnel actions, and contract change orders for street projects. They will also hold public hearings on ordinances to amend traffic laws, create special assessment districts, and change zoning for Wachters Second Addition. Additional discussions include transit funding, energy efficiency studies, and the 2024 preliminary budget.

• Approval of Contract Change Order No. 2 for Highway Construction Project HC 143
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6554 to rezone Wachters Second Addition (Lots 1-3, 7, Block 16)
• Public hearing on vacation of Vermont Avenue right-of-way in Sloven Second Subdivision
• Continued discussion on increased general funding for Bis-Man Transit
• Discussion of the City’s 2024 preliminary budget and Budget Committee recommendations

The Board approved the preliminary 2024 budget, including $261,575 for Bis-Man Transit, and amended the 2023 budget to provide $225,628 to the transit agency. The Commission also rejected the SitelogIQ energy project, approved several ordinances and right-of-way vacations, and changed the fund balance policy from 60% of revenue to 40% of expenditures.

• Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses, HUD CDBG application, and various contracts (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6555 amending criminal and traffic ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinances 6551-6552 creating special assessment districts for annexed properties (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6542 zoning change for Wachters Second Addition (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of Vermont Avenue right-of-way and name change to 'Truck Center Drive' (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of Wanchena Way right-of-way (unanimous)
• Amended 2023 budget to provide $225,628 to Bis-Man Transit (unanimous)
• Rejected SitelogIQ energy project bid (unanimous)

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the July 7, 2023 meeting, review the updated City/County Building Lease Agreement, and discuss the Extraterritorial Area (ETA) agreement. The meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2023, at 9:00 AM in the Tom Baker Meeting Room.

• Approval of minutes from July 7, 2023 meeting
• Review of updated City/County Building Lease Agreement (2024)
• Discussion of 2013 Extraterritorial Jurisdiction Agreement

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee agreed to have staff from the City of Bismarck, Burleigh County, and the City of Lincoln collaborate on potential revisions to the Extraterritorial Area (ETA) boundary and bring a recommendation to a future meeting. The committee also approved the minutes from the July 7, 2023, meeting and discussed the updated City/County Building Lease Agreement, confirming janitorial services are provided by the building owner. No formal votes were taken on the boundary or lease items.

• Approved minutes of July 7, 2023, meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to have staff from Bismarck, Burleigh County, and Lincoln collaborate on ETA boundary revisions
• Discussed updated City/County Building Lease Agreement; confirmed janitorial services provided by building owner

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission meets to discuss and potentially approve a proposal for an expanded historic timeline of the Bismarck Event Center, introduced by staff planner Isak Johnson. The commission also reviews updates on the 2023 Historic Preservation Fund Grant, including subcommittee progress on street light banners and walking/driving tour maps for historic districts.

• Introduction of new commissioner Damita Engel
• Bismarck Event Center Historic Timeline Project Proposal (collaboration with Event Center staff)
• 2023 Historic Preservation Fund Grant update ($24,600 approved)
• Priority 2: Historic District Street Light Banners subcommittee update
• Priority 3: Historic District Walking/Driving Tour Maps subcommittee update

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from its June 21, 2023 meeting. The commission discussed a proposal from the Bismarck Event Center to collaborate on a historic timeline project, with plans to form a subcommittee and act in an advisory role. Updates were given on the Historic Preservation Fund Grant, street light banners, walking/driving tour maps, and timeline book distribution. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved minutes of June 21, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed Event Center timeline project; no formal action taken
• Discussed forming subcommittee for Event Center timeline; no formal action taken
• Noted Historic Preservation Fund Grant signed through September 30, 2025
• Discussed street light banners subcommittee meeting; no formal action taken
• Discussed walking/driving tour maps subcommittee; no formal action taken
• Discussed timeline book distribution and QR poster; no formal action taken

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Policy Board will hold elections for officers for the 2023-2025 term and decide on jurisdictional payments for transportation studies. The board will also review progress reports on transit and mapping projects and discuss voting representation based on population.

• Election of Officers for July 2023-July 2025
• Jurisdictional Payments Process for Task 204 (Transportation Studies/Data Acquisition)
• 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program modification
• Progress report on 2022 Transit Development Plan
• Progress report on 2023 Ortho-Contour Project

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee will review past partnered events including a Juneteenth event recap and Autumnfest Parade participation. The committee will also discuss subcommittees, the 'These Are Your Neighbors' podcast, and build committee recognition during its regular session.

• Juneteenth Event Recap
• Fargo Human Rights Committee Collaboration
• Autumnfest Parade Participation
• Municipal Equality Index Subcommittee Update
• These Are Your Neighbors Podcast

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee approved a $250 donation to Dakota Pro Musica for an event, and decided not to participate in the Autumnfest parade due to lack of member availability. They also approved the May 15, 2023 meeting minutes and tabled several items to the August 21 meeting.

• Approved $250 donation to Dakota Pro Musica (unanimous)
• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided not to participate in Autumnfest parade (consensus)
• Tabled Fargo Human Rights Committee collaboration to August 21 meeting
• Tabled Municipal Equality Index discussion to August 21 meeting

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee meets to discuss jurisdictional payments, progress reports on transportation plans (Arrive 2050, Transit Development Plan, Ortho-Contour Project), and updates to planning documents (Title VI Plan, TIP modification, UPWP contract). The meeting includes procedural approvals and progress reviews for regional transportation initiatives.

• Jurisdictional Payments Process for Task 204 (Transportation Studies/Data Acquisition)
• 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program Modification (Exhibit F)
• Title VI Plan Update (Exhibit E)
• Safe Routes to Services/Complete Streets Study RFP ($200,000 budget)
• Updated 2023 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) Contract

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Renaissance Zone Authority is reviewing three Downtown Design Review requests. These include a large-scale mixed-use residential project and smaller storefront and streetscape modifications.

• Proposed renovation of 122 East Thayer Avenue to create 20 studio apartments in an annex, 22-24 studio apartments in the Fleck House, and a new 4-story building with 45 apartments
• Proposed replacement of the ground level storefront system at 402 East Main Avenue
• Proposed removal of three brick planters in the right-of-way adjacent to 119 North 4th Street

The Bismarck Renaissance Zone Authority approved three Downtown Design Review applications: renovations and new construction at 122 East Thayer Avenue (Fleck House, LLC), a storefront replacement at 402 East Main Avenue (Cape Boats, LLC), and removal of three street planters at 119 North 4th Street (ELAD, LLC). All motions passed unanimously with members Dvorak, Fink, Gawrylow, Guy, Zenker, and Chair Christianson voting in favor. Staff reports and conditions were included in each approval.

• Approved design for 122 East Thayer Avenue renovations/new construction (Fleck House, LLC) with conditions (6-0)
• Approved storefront replacement at 402 East Main Avenue (Cape Boats, LLC) with condition (6-0)
• Approved removal of three street planters at 119 North 4th Street (ELAD, LLC) with conditions (6-0)

Animal Advisory Board

The Bismarck Animal Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting to discuss updates from Commissioner Marquardt, including the budget committee and animal impound. They will also review a communications plan covering social media content on topics like immunizations, veterinarians, food costs, exercise needs, training, and pet licensing. The agenda includes routine items like public comment and approval of minutes.

• Update from Commissioner Marquardt on Budget Committee
• Update on Animal Impound
• Communications Plan for social media content on pet-related topics
• Approval of April 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The board approved the April 13, 2023 meeting minutes unanimously. Commissioner Marquardt reported that the 2024 budget includes a $16,000 line item for repairing the roof over outdoor kennels at the Animal Impound facility, contingent on the City of Mandan's contribution. The board discussed a communications plan, including social media graphics and potential public service announcements, and was informed of a draft memorandum of understanding with the Dakota Zoo. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed $16,000 budget line item for kennel roof repair (no vote)
• Discussed social media graphics and PSA development (no vote)
• Noted draft MOU with Dakota Zoo (no vote)

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will review financial statements, examine bids for Parkade rooftop concrete stairs repair, and hear a progress update on Parkade repairs. The board will also discuss a pay request from Walker Consultants and an update on the Red Wing Shoes lease extension.

• Review bids for Parkade rooftop concrete stairs repair
• Progress update for Parkade repairs project
• Parking Authority Management RFQ publish status
• Pay request invoice from Walker Consultants
• Update on Tenant Red Wing Shoes lease extension

The Bismarck Municipal Parking Authority approved a $34,175 bid from Vector Construction for replacement of the Parkade rooftop concrete stairs, and also approved a $14,866.15 pay request from Walker Consultants for construction documents. The board unanimously approved the June financials and the minutes from the June 8 meeting. Staff reported ongoing Parkade repairs and that the management RFQ closes August 14.

• Approved June 2023 financial statements (5-0)
• Approved $34,175 bid from Vector Construction for Parkade rooftop stair replacement (5-0)
• Approved $14,866.15 pay request from Walker Consultants (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

City Pension & Retirement Board of Trustees

The Bismarck Pension & Retirement Board of Trustees will meet to review combined pension plan valuation reports by Gallagher Benefit Services and receive presentations from the State Investment Board and city staff. Two action items are scheduled: a vote on cost-of-living adjustments and a review of the city’s combined pension plan experience study.

• Review of City of Bismarck Combined Pension Plan Valuation Reports by Gallagher Benefit Services
• Cost of Living Adjustments (Action Item)
• City of Bismarck Combined Pension Plan Experience Study (Action Item)
• State Investment Board Presentation
• Bismarck Trustees Meeting Presentation - City and Police

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will discuss the 2024 preliminary budget and 2022 audit results. The body is also considering several zoning changes, contract awards, and funding requests for public transit.

• Ordinance 6554: Zoning change for Lots 1-3 and 7, Block 16, Wachters Second Addition
• Contract for geotechnical testing services with Terracon Consultants, Inc.
• Bid award for Landfill Final Cover Closure Phases I-III (Project LF 2023-001)
• Funding request from Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization for Bis-Man Transit
• Ordinance 6555 to amend criminal and traffic ordinances

The Board approved the low bid of $984,556 from Earthwork Services Inc. for Sewer Improvement District SE 583, Part A, with all commissioners voting aye. The board also received the 2022 audit report and discussed the 2024 preliminary budget, with a consensus to continue budget discussions at the July 25 meeting. A funding request from Bis-Man Transit for $270,450 (2023) and $276,333 (2024) was discussed, with a willingness to support if other agencies also contribute.

• Approved $984,556 sewer contract for SE 583 Part A (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with removal of Pub 21 from item D1
• Received 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Discussed 2024 preliminary budget; continued to July 25 meeting
• Discussed Bis-Man Transit funding request; no formal vote
• Discussed SitelogIQ energy study; directed reevaluation of scope

Vision Fund Committee

The Bismarck Vision Fund Committee will meet to review financial statements and general policy guidelines. The committee is considering funding applications from three different companies.

• Application from Simson Holding Company (Bismarck Aero Center)
• Application from Venture Building Company Dba Epic Homes
• Application from CMK Holdings LLC Dba Knutson Companies
• Review of 2022 and 2023 Vision Fund general ledger reports

The Vision Fund Committee approved three applications: Simson Holding Company (Bismarck Aero Center), Venture Building Company (Epic Homes), and CMK Holdings LLC (Knutson Companies), all by unanimous vote. They also approved the April 27, 2023 minutes and discussed updating guidelines and filling a vacancy.

• Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Simson Holding Company (Bismarck Aero Center) application (unanimous)
• Approved Venture Building Company (Epic Homes) application (unanimous)
• Approved CMK Holdings LLC (Knutson Companies) application (unanimous)

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The committee is meeting to review the 2013 Extraterritorial Jurisdiction Agreement. Members will also coordinate on agency grants and applications.

• Review of Bis-Bur 2013 Extraterritorial Jurisdiction Agreement
• Coordination between agencies regarding grants and applications

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee met and discussed the Extraterritorial Area (ETA), agreeing to revisit the current negotiated area and contract at the next meeting. They also discussed coordinating on grant applications, including a potential Interstate 94/66th Street interchange project, but no funding or approval was granted. The lease agreement for first-floor office space failed for lack of a second and will be reconsidered on July 17, 2023. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved minutes of June 16, 2023, meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to discuss ETA negotiated area and contract at next meeting
• Lease agreement for first-floor office space failed for lack of a second
• Noted lease would auto-renew at $15/sq ft if not approved
• Noted 2024 budget proposal to be received July 19, 2023

Board of Adjustment

The Bismarck Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request to reduce the front yard setback from 50 to 40 feet at 1105 E Bismarck Expressway to build a fast-food restaurant. The board will also consider approving the April 6, 2023 minutes and elect officers.

• Variance VAR2023-003: reduce front yard setback from 50 to 40 feet at 1105 E Bismarck Expressway for fast-food restaurant
• Public hearing on variance for Lot 3, Block 1, Jacks First Addition (23,442 sq ft)
• Consider approval of April 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Election of officers

The Bismarck Board of Adjustment denied a variance request from InSite Real Estate Investment Properties, LLC to reduce the front yard setback from 50 to 40 feet for a fast-food restaurant at 1105 E Bismarck Expressway. The board found no hardship, as the applicant could potentially adjust the building design. The board also selected a member for a stakeholder group on zoning code revisions and postponed officer elections.

• Approved minutes of April 6, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Denied variance for 10-foot setback reduction at 1105 E Bismarck Expressway (5-0)
• Selected Curtis Janssen to serve on stakeholder group for zoning code revisions
• Postponed election of officers until all board members present

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Renaissance Zone Authority will meet to discuss the renewal of the Bismarck Renaissance Zone program. Staff is seeking support from several local boards to reinstate the program using a new option granted by HB1266.

• Discussion regarding the reauthorization of the Bismarck Renaissance Zone program
• Review of proposed timeline for board decisions: Bismarck Public Schools (Aug 7), Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (Aug 17), and Burleigh County Commission (Aug 21)
• Discussion on potential board involvement in program operations, including seats on the Authority or approval of Development Plan updates
• Approval of May 11, 2023 meeting minutes

The Bismarck Renaissance Zone Authority held a special meeting to discuss renewing the Renaissance Zone program under new state law HB1266. Members unanimously approved an amendment to the Development Plan limiting property and income tax incentives to five years. They also agreed to change the order of board appearances, meeting with the Burleigh County Commission first, and rescheduling the School Board meeting to a later date.

• Approved minutes of May 11, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Development Plan capping tax incentives at 5 years (unanimous)
• Agreed to meet with Burleigh County Commission before School Board

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will consider four zoning map amendments and one annexation request. Three items are public hearings for rezonings, one is a final consideration for annexation, and one is procedural approval of prior meeting minutes. The commission will also introduce new staff.

• Edgewood Village 7th Addition First Replat rezone from RM30 to PUD for 31 single-family homes on 10.12 acres (ZC2023-006)
• Basin Electric Fourth Addition rezone from RT to CG for commercial uses on 17.03 acres (ZC2023-007)
• Northern Sky Second Addition First Replat annexation of Lot 2, Block 1 and Ash Coulee Drive right-of-way (ANNX2023-001)
• Wachters Second Addition zoning change from RM30, PUD & CG to RM30 & CG (ZC2023-005)
• Approval of May 24, 2023 meeting minutes

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the annexation of part of Lot 2, Block 1, and Ash Coulee Drive Right-of-Way in the Northern Sky Second Addition First Replat. It also unanimously recommended approval of a zoning map amendment for Lots 1-3 and 7, Block 16, Wachters Second Addition, changing from RM30, CG, and PUD districts to RM30 and CG. Both items will proceed to the City Commission for final action.

• Approved minutes of May 24, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 2 and 3, calling for public hearings (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annexation of part of Lot 2, Block 1, and Ash Coulee Drive Right-of-Way, Northern Sky Second Addition First Replat (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment for Lots 1-3 and 7, Block 16, Wachters Second Addition, from RM30, CG, and PUD to RM30 and CG (unanimous)

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners and Board of Health will meet to discuss routine administrative items, departmental reports, and public hearings. The agenda includes updates on mosquito control and homelessness, liquor and gaming license renewals, airport contracts, a municipal court lease, and a zoning map amendment for Ordinance 6553.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6553 for a zoning map amendment for Lot 1, Block 1, River of Hope Addition and Lot 1, Block 6, Meadowlark Commercial Third Addition
• Airport agreement with Odney and completion contract with Hudson Insurance Company/Weisz and Sons, Inc.
• New lease agreement for Municipal Court space with Burleigh County at the Burleigh County Courthouse
• Substantial amendments to CDBG Annual Action Plans for 2020, 2021, and 2022, and assignment of HOME funds for the Boulevard Apartments project
• NDDOT Cost Participation and Maintenance Agreement for the State Street Shared Use Path project (CRP-1-083(144)089, City project HC 157)

The Board of City Commissioners held a public hearing and unanimously approved Ordinance 6553, a zoning map amendment requested by Alison Artavia and Dakota Square Plaza, LLC, for two properties. The consent agenda was approved with all items except one pulled item, including liquor license renewals, a new Municipal Court lease, and various contracts and agreements. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance 6553 zoning map amendment for Lot 1, Block 1, River of Hope Addition and Lot 1, Block 6, Meadowlark Commercial Third Addition (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including liquor license renewals, gaming site authorizations, and personnel actions (unanimous)
• Approved new lease for Municipal Court space with Burleigh County
• Approved substantial amendments to 2020-2022 Annual Action Plans for CDBG
• Approved assignment of HOME funds for Boulevard Apartments to ND Housing Finance Agency
• Approved NDDOT cost participation agreement for State Street Shared Use Path project
• Approved contract change orders for Street Improvement District No. 565 and Water Utility Project 135
• Approved revised Emergency Call Back Policy and Employment of Relatives Policy

Vision Fund Committee

The Bismarck Vision Fund Committee will review funding applications from three companies. The committee will also receive financial statements and a presentation on fund guidelines.

• Application from Simson Holding Company (Bismarck Aero Center)
• Application from Venture Building Company Dba Epic Homes
• Application from CMK Holdings LLC Dba Knutson Companies
• Review of Vision Fund financial statements
• Presentation on Vision Fund general policy guidelines

Historic Preservation Commission

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission will consider approving the February 15, 2023 meeting minutes, hear public comment, and discuss staffing changes. The main agenda items are updates on the 2023 Historic Preservation Fund grant, including plans for street light banners and walking/driving tour maps for the city's three historic districts, and a discussion of historic timeline distribution. The commission will also address other business and adjourn.

• 2023 Historic Preservation Fund grant of $24,300 (federal) with 40% match from donated labor and reused banner kits
• Priority 2: Design and hang 80 street light banners in Downtown, Cathedral, and Highland Acres Historic Districts ($19,000 budget)
• Priority 3: Redesign and print walking/driving tour maps for Downtown and Cathedral, and create new map for Highland Acres ($6,000 budget)
• Discussion of historic timeline distribution
• Public comment period for agenda items or general input

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission approved two subcommittees to develop recommendations for the design and content of historic district street light banners and walking/driving tour maps. The commission also approved the February 15, 2023 meeting minutes as corrected, and noted the successful approval of a $24,600 Historic Preservation Fund Grant for the Certified Local Government program.

• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes as corrected (4-0, Connelly abstained)
• Formed subcommittee for Downtown Historic District street light banner design and content (unanimous)
• Formed subcommittee for Historic District Walking/Driving Tour Map design and content (unanimous)
• Noted 2023 Historic Preservation Fund Grant approved for full $24,600 request

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will consider the final report for the Sunset Drive Corridor Study and a request for proposals for Safe Routes to Services. The board will also review a 2023 planning contract update and a travel demand model extension.

• Action item: Sunset Drive Corridor Study Final Report
• Action item: Safe Routes to Services Request for Proposals
• Action item: Updated 2023 Unified Planning Work Program Contract
• Action item: 2021 ATAC Travel Demand Model Addendum Extension Request
• Action item: BMMPO Self-Certification

Human Relations Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Bismarck Human Relations Committee has been canceled. The committee will instead attend the Juneteenth Celebration at Kiwanis Park. No action or decisions are expected at this meeting.

Technical Advisory Committee

The Technical Advisory Committee will consider the final report for the Sunset Drive Corridor Study and a request for proposals for Safe Routes to Services. The body will also discuss updates to the 2023 Unified Planning Work Program contract and the 2022 Transit Development Plan.

• Action item: Sunset Drive Corridor Study Final Report
• Action item: Safe Routes to Services Request for Proposals
• Action item: Updated 2023 Unified Planning Work Program Contract
• Action item: 2021 ATAC TDM Addendum Extension Request
• Action item: BMMPO Self-Certification

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will hold a special session to consider approval of change orders for the Airport Snow Removal Equipment Building agreements. The meeting takes place in the 4th Floor Mayor's Conference Room at the City/County Office Building.

• Consider approval of Cofell’s Plumbing and Heating Change Order #3 for the Snow Removal Equipment Building Agreement
• Consider approval of Northern Improvement Company (NIC) Change Order 5 for the Snow Removal Equipment Building Agreement

The Board of City Commissioners approved two change orders for the Snow Removal Equipment (SRE) Building at the airport: Cofell's Plumbing and Heating Change Order #3 and Northern Improvement Company (NIC) Change Order 5. The change orders add trench drains, a floor drain, and additional concrete work to accommodate drainage needs. The vote was unanimous (all aye).

• Approved Cofell's Plumbing and Heating Change Order #3 for trench drains and related work (unanimous)
• Approved Northern Improvement Company Change Order 5 for additional concrete pour and slope transition (unanimous)

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee will review several updated agreements, including the City/County Building Lease, Municipal Court lease, Public Health Joint Powers Agreement, and the City/County IT Services Agreement. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the June 2, 2023 meeting.

• Review of updated City/County Building Lease Agreement
• Review of updated Municipal Court lease agreement
• Review of Public Health Joint Powers Agreement
• Continued review of City/County IT Services Agreement
• Approval of June 2, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee recommended a 75% City and 25% County cost share for the Public Health budget. It also approved a 2024 IT services agreement for Burleigh County. The committee reached a consensus to recommend a $13 per sq/ft lease rate for the Municipal Court.

• Approved June 2, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Public Health budget split of 75% City and 25% County (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 IT Services Agreement for $154,339.00 (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to recommend $13 per sq/ft lease rate for Municipal Court

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will discuss annexation requests and the assignment of the East Century Avenue Reconstruction as a sales tax funded project. The body is also deciding on construction manager contracts for the city's water and wastewater treatment plants.

• Contracts for Design and Construction Manager At-Risk for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants
• Request to assign East Century Avenue Reconstruction as the next half-cent sales tax funded project
• Sale of a 2001 Caterpillar Motor Grader to the City of Lincoln for $85,000
• Task Order with Apex Engineering Group, Inc. up to $99,456.00 for Odor and Corrosion Control Master Plan
• Public hearings on Ordinance 6536 and Ordinance 6542 regarding annexations

The Board approved assigning East Century Avenue Reconstruction as the next half-cent sales tax-funded project, authorizing $600,000 for preliminary engineering. It also approved Design and Construction Manager At-Risk contracts for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, totaling over $6.1 million. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved East Century Avenue Reconstruction as next half-cent sales tax project with $600,000 budget for preliminary engineering (unanimous)
• Approved CMAR contracts for WTP/WWTP: PKG Contracting $645,000 (WTP) and $105,000 (WWTP); HDR Engineering $4,441,226 (WTP) and $924,734 (WWTP) (unanimous)
• Awarded Highway Construction Project HC 161 to Northern Improvement Company for $3,197,944.45, contingent on developer pre-payment (unanimous)
• Approved construction observation contract to KLJ Engineering for HC 161, not to exceed $336,959 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6536 annexing parts of Silver Ranch Third and Fourth Additions (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6542 annexing Tyler Parkway and Ash Coulee Drive roadway segments (unanimous)
• Approved City/County Building lease with Burleigh County at $13/sq ft, annual amount $194,580.75 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, expenditures, and various contracts (unanimous)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners is holding a special meeting for informational purposes. The discussion concerns legislation that allows Bismarck to re-apply for a Renaissance Zone program. No action is expected to be taken by the Board.

• Information regarding Renaissance Zone program re-application

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes, review financial statements, and discuss the draft Request for Qualifications for parking authority management. They will also receive a progress update on the Parkade repairs project and discuss a new parking ramp for the Rosser corridor.

• Approval of May 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of financial statements
• Board review of Parking Authority Management RFQ draft
• Progress update for Parkade repairs project
• Discussion of Rosser corridor new parking ramp

The Bismarck Municipal Parking Authority approved the May financial statements and the Parking Authority Management RFQ, which will be published July 1 with proposals due July 31. The board also approved the minutes from the May 11 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 11 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May financial statements (3-0)
• Approved Parking Authority Management RFQ (3-0)

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee is meeting to review several intergovernmental agreements. Discussions include the City/County Building Lease Agreement and the Public Health Joint Powers Agreement.

• Review of updated City/County Building Lease Agreement
• Review of Public Health Joint Powers Agreement
• Review of City/County IT Services Agreement

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee reached general consensus on a 2024 Public Health budget split 75% City of Bismarck and 25% Burleigh County, pending further discussion. They also discussed the City/County Building Lease Agreement and the transition of Burleigh County to its own IT network, but no formal votes were taken on these items. The minutes from May 19, 2023, were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of May 19, 2023, meeting (unanimous)
• Reached consensus on 2024 Public Health budget split 75% City / 25% County (no formal vote)
• Discussed City/County Building Lease Agreement; final square footage calculations to be provided
• Discussed IT services transition; County to budget for full year of City IT services in 2024

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners is holding a special session to review a $250,000 budget expense with PKG Contracting to reserve membrane piloting equipment for the water treatment plant. The agenda contains only this single item, along with call to order and adjournment.

• $250,000 expense with PKG Contracting for membrane piloting equipment
• Water treatment plant expansion project

The Board of City Commissioners approved a $250,000 budget expense with PKG Contracting to reserve membrane piloting equipment for the water treatment plant. The decision was made to test two treatment methods before construction, aiming to avoid project delays. All commissioners voted in favor.

• Approved $250,000 budget expense with PKG Contracting for membrane piloting equipment (unanimous)

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will consider scheduling public hearings for three proposed zoning changes, including a PUD amendment at Misty Waters to allow self-storage and marina maintenance, and will hold public hearings on two zoning requests. The agenda also includes introduction of a new commissioner and approval of prior minutes.

• Misty Waters PUD amendment (PUDA2023-002) to replat Lot 2, Block 1, remove residential uses, allow self-storage and marina/watercraft maintenance
• Zoning change (ZC2023-004) for Schilling Second Addition Lot 2, Block 1 from CG to PUD
• Zoning change (ZC2023-005) for Wachters Second Addition and city lands from RM30, PUD, CG to RM30 and CG
• Public hearing on zoning change (ZC2023-001) for River of Hope Addition and Meadowlark Commercial Third Addition from R10/RT to CA
• Public hearing on special use permit (SUP2023-005) for oversized accessory building at Meledee Acres Lot 5, Block 1

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a zoning map amendment to change two parcels (River of Hope Addition Lot 1, Block 1 and Meadowlark Commercial Third Addition Lot 1, Block 6) from residential (RT and R10) to commercial (CA). The commission also unanimously recommended approval of a special use permit for an oversized accessory building up to 3,200 square feet at 7640 Dogwood Drive. Minutes from the April 26, 2023 meeting were approved, and consent agenda items for three zoning amendments were approved to proceed to public hearings.

• Approved minutes of April 26, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 3, 4, 5, calling for public hearings (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning change from R10/RT to CA for River of Hope Addition Lot 1, Block 1 and Meadowlark Commercial Third Addition Lot 1, Block 6 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for accessory building up to 3,200 sq ft at 7640 Dogwood Drive (unanimous)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will consider several infrastructure projects, transit contracts, and zoning changes. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a zoning change for the Tall Pines Subdivision and a presentation on the South Washington Street Reconstruction project.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 6550 for zoning change and final plat of Tall Pines Subdivision
• Transit Operations Contract (#23-002) bid by National Express
• Engineering Agreements with KLJ for Hangar 5 demolition and Gate 2 & 3 Passenger Boarding Replacement
• Ordinance 6536 regarding annexation of parts of Silver Ranch Third and Fourth Additions
• Preliminary reports for Street Improvement Districts SI 573 and SI 575

The Board of City Commissioners approved moving forward with Option B for the South Washington Street Reconstruction project, which includes a three-lane section, a traffic signal at London/Santa Fe, and a roundabout at Burleigh Avenue. They also approved a bus shelter along Washington Street as part of the project. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved South Washington Street Option B (three-lane, traffic signal, roundabout) (5-0)
• Approved bus shelter along Washington Street as part of project (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including personnel actions, expenditures, and various departmental requests (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6545 for zoning change and final plat of Tall Pines Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved library sign appeal for Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library (5-0)
• Awarded Better Bismarck Campaign funds: $17,000 to Ministry on the Margins, $8,000 to Heartview Foundation (5-0)

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index (MEI), a tool used to evaluate LGBTQ+ inclusivity in local policies and services. The meeting is scheduled for May 22, 2023, from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM at the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Library.

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee will meet to approve minutes from the previous week, review lease agreements for the Municipal Court and City/County Building, and continue reviewing the IT Services Agreement. The committee will also review a Public Health Joint Powers Agreement and set future meeting dates through December 2023.

• Review Municipal Court Lease Agreement
• Review updated City/County Building Lease Agreement (2024)
• Continue review of City/County IT Services Agreement
• Review Public Health Joint Powers Agreement
• Set future meeting dates through December 2023

The committee recommended a uniform lease rate of $13 per square foot for the City/County Building and the Burleigh County Courthouse. Members discussed IT services transitions and the formation of a joint Board of Health, but no final decisions were reached on those items.

• Approved minutes from May 12, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Recommended lease rate of $13 psf at City/County Building and Burleigh County Courthouse (Unanimous)

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will consider the final report for the East Main Avenue Corridor Study and review grant applications for recreational trails. The board will also discuss a preferred formula for the Consolidated Planning Grant.

• Action item: East Main Avenue Corridor Study Final Report
• Action item: FY 2024 Recreational Trails Program applications for Bismarck Parks and Recreation District and Morton County Parks
• Action item: Preferred Consolidated Planning Grant (CPG) Formula Option
• Progress report on Sunset Drive Corridor Study
• Progress report on Arrive 2050 Forecast/MTP

Forestry Advisory Board

The Bismarck Forestry Advisory Board will meet to review seasonal staffing and the 2024 budget. The board will also evaluate the status of 2023 contracts and review the Arbor Day event.

• 2024 Budget
• Seasonal Staffing
• 2023 Contracts Status
• Arbor Day Recap
• Term Expirations (Eric)

The Forestry Advisory Board approved the February 21, 2023 meeting minutes. Staff reported full seasonal staffing and outlined 2024 budget requests, including a $200,000 Emerald Ash Borer reserve fund and a new full-time Forestry Tech position. No formal votes were taken on budget items; they were discussed for the upcoming June 19 budget meeting.

• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Human Relations Committee

The committee is meeting to review minutes from April 17, 2023, and discuss partnered events. The agenda includes updates on collaborations and community outreach projects.

• Collaboration with Fargo Human Rights Committee
• Build Committee Recognition
• Band Night Parade recap
• These Are Your Neighbors Podcast

The committee voted to participate in the June 19, 2023, Juneteenth event through education and outreach. Members also approved the minutes from the April 17, 2023, meeting. No action was taken regarding collaboration with the Fargo Human Rights Committee.

• Approved participation in June 19, 2023, Juneteenth event (unanimous)
• Approved April 17, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Delayed action on Fargo Human Rights Committee collaboration
• Scheduled Municipal Equality Index Subcommittee meeting for May 22, 2023

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will review and potentially approve the final East Main Avenue Corridor Study, along with FY 2024 Recreational Trails Program applications and a preferred Consolidated Planning Grant formula. They will also receive progress reports on several ongoing transportation planning projects. Public comments on agenda items can be submitted via email before the meeting.

• Action on East Main Avenue Corridor Study final report
• Action on FY 2024 Recreational Trails Program applications (Bismarck Parks Cross Country Ski Trail Groomer, Morton County Valerie Entzel Memorial Park)
• Action on preferred Consolidated Planning Grant formula option
• Progress reports on Sunset Drive Corridor Study, Arrive 2050 Forecast/MTP, 2022 Transit Development Plan, 2023 Ortho-Contour Project
• Notice of time extension for ATAC 2021 TDM Addendum

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee will review the Municipal Court Lease Agreement and continue reviewing the City/County IT Services Agreement. They will also discuss future meeting topics, including the Public Health Joint Powers Agreement, and set future meeting dates.

• Review of Municipal Court Lease Agreement
• Continued review of City/County IT Services Agreement (2023 IT Services - Burleigh County Contract)
• Discussion of Public Health Joint Powers Agreement as a future topic
• Approval of minutes from April 28, 2023 meeting

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee approved the April 28, 2023, minutes unanimously. They discussed the Municipal Court lease at the Burleigh County Courthouse and the City/County IT services agreement, but took no formal action on either. The committee agreed to discuss lease agreements and Public Health operations at future meetings.

• Approved April 28, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Municipal Court lease, no action taken
• Discussed City/County IT services agreement, no action taken
• Agreed to discuss lease agreements at next meeting
• Agreed to discuss Public Health operations at next meeting

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Burleigh County Renaissance Zone Authority is meeting to consider a downtown design review for a freestanding sign at the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library located at 515 N 5th Street. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the renewal of the Renaissance Zone Program, along with reports from city staff and the Downtowners.

• Downtown Design Review for a freestanding sign for the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library at 515 N 5th Street (DDR2023-002)
• Discussion about Renaissance Zone Program Renewal

The Authority denied the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library's request for Downtown Design Review approval of a freestanding sign at 515 North 5th Street. The motion failed 2-3, with members citing safety concerns and preference for a building-mounted sign. The applicant was suggested to appeal to the City Commission. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included discussion on program renewal.

• Approved minutes of April 13, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Denied freestanding sign design for 515 North 5th Street (2-3)

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority is meeting to approve the April minutes, review financial statements, and discuss downtown projects including bike racks and benches at the 3rd St. Ramp, plus a progress update on Parkade repairs. Other business includes pay requests, a new parking ramp discussion for the Rosser corridor, and a management RFQ.

• Approval of April 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of financial statements
• Downtown project: bike racks & benches at 3rd St. Ramp
• Progress update on Parkade repairs
• Pay requests (CW Structural & Nilfisk)

The Bismarck Municipal Parking Authority approved the April 2023 meeting minutes and financial statements. Pay requests from CW Structural for $9,600 and Nilfisk for $37,910.35 were approved. The board will review a draft RFQ for parking authority management at the June meeting.

• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April financials (5-0)
• Approved CW Structural pay request for $9,600 (5-0)
• Approved Nilfisk pay request for $37,910.35 (5-0)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will review several annexation and zoning requests, including the Silver Ranch and Tall Pines subdivisions. The board is also considering a $2 million bond for lead service line replacement and updates on rail and pipeline safety.

• Resolution for a $2,000,000 State SRF Bond/Loan for a lead service line replacement project
• Ordinance 6542: Annexation of Tyler Parkway and Ash Coulee Drive roadway segments
• Ordinance 6550: Zoning change from Agricultural to Residential for Tall Pines Subdivision
• Ordinances 6536 and 6537: Annexation and zoning changes for Silver Ranch Third and Fourth Additions
• Creation of Street Improvement Districts SI 573 and SI 575

The Board of City Commissioners approved a resolution supporting Burleigh County's position on the proposed CO2 pipeline, with modifications, and directed it to the Public Service Commission. The board also approved the consent agenda, including various administrative items, and continued a public hearing on the Silver Ranch annexation to June 13, 2023.

• Approved resolution supporting Burleigh County's position on CO2 pipeline, sent to Public Service Commission (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, personnel actions, expenditures, and various department requests (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing on Silver Ranch Fourth Addition annexation (Ordinance 6536) to June 13, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6537 for Silver Ranch Fourth Addition as presented (unanimous)

CenCom

The CenCom Board of Directors will hold a special meeting to review and potentially approve the proposed budget. The meeting will be held virtually and in person at 11:00 AM on May 9, 2023, at 4200 Coleman St, Bismarck, ND 58503.

• Proposed budget review and potential approval

Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition

The coalition will discuss the Better Bismarck Campaign and review BMBHC milestones. Members will provide updates on subcommittees focused on prevention, education, intoxication management, and treatment recovery.

• Drug Free Communities (DFC) Grant update
• SOR Grant update
• Vision Zero update
• Intoxication/Withdrawal Management updates from Bismarck Police and West Central Human Service Center
• Opioid Grant Project update from Heartview

The Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition met quarterly, receiving updates on the Better Bismarck campaign, subcommittee activities, and crisis services. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with reports on overdose statistics, Narcan distribution, and upcoming events.

• No formal motions or votes recorded; meeting was informational
• Better Bismarck campaign applications due May 1, 2023; funds to be distributed by June 1, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for Aug 8, 2023, 10-11:30am, location TBD

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee is meeting to review joint agreements for public health and IT services. The body will also identify topics for future meetings, including the Municipal Court Lease Agreement and ETA.

• Review of Public Health Joint Powers Agreement
• Review of City/County IT Services Agreement
• Discussion of Municipal Court Lease Agreement for future meetings
• Discussion of ETA for future meetings

The Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee discussed the Public Health Joint Powers Agreement and reached consensus on a Board of Health structure with elected officials from both entities and jointly approved non-elected members. They also reviewed Public Health finances, noting a deficit of roughly $1.7 million before facility expenses. The committee continued discussions on the IT services agreement and scheduled future meetings.

• Approved minutes of March 31, 2023, meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to have elected officials from both Burleigh County and City of Bismarck on Board of Health, with non-elected positions jointly approved
• Continued Public Health Joint Powers Agreement discussion to future meeting
• Continued City/County IT Services Agreement discussion; staff to meet on next steps
• Scheduled next meeting for May 12, 2023, at 8:30 AM
• Scheduled Public Health discussion for May 19, 2023

Vision Fund Committee

The Bismarck Vision Fund Committee will meet to receive financial statements, consider approval of minutes from June 1, 2021, and review three applications for Vision Fund support from local businesses. The meeting is a regular session with no other major decisions listed.

• Receive Vision Fund financial statements
• Consider approval of June 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Consider application from Simson Holding Company dba Bismarck Aero Center
• Consider application from Venture Building Company dba Epic Homes
• Consider application from CMK Holdings LLC dba Knutson Companies

The Vision Fund Committee met in special session and approved minutes from June 1, 2021. It accepted applications from Simson Holding Company (Bismarck Aero Center), Venture Building Company (Epic Homes), and CMK Holdings LLC (Knutson Companies) to move forward to step two as full requests for Vision Fund incentives. All votes were unanimous. The committee also discussed future agenda items, including income comparison reports and reviewing project guidelines.

• Approved minutes of June 1, 2021, meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Simson Holding Company application to move to step two (unanimous)
• Accepted Venture Building Company application to move to step two (unanimous)
• Accepted CMK Holdings LLC application to move to step two (unanimous)

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on four zoning changes and subdivision plats, including requests to allow commercial recreation near a church, a two-lot subdivision for a religious institution, and two data center special use permits. The meeting will also consider approval of the March 22 minutes and adjournment procedures.

• Zoning change for Lot 1, Block 1, River of Hope Addition and Lot 1, Block 6, Meadowlark Commercial Third Addition to CA (Commercial) for church-related commercial recreation
• Major subdivision final plat for Tall Pines Subdivision (RR5 and Conditional RR5 zoning) for a religious institution and single-family home
• Special Use Permit (SUP2023-004) for Expressway Industrial Park First Replat data center
• Special Use Permit (SUP2023-002) for Hay Creek Substation Addition data center

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a zoning change from Agricultural to RR5 Residential and Conditional RR5 Residential, and the final plat for Tall Pines Subdivision, including a waiver from ghost platting requirements. The commission also unanimously recommended approval of special use permits for two data centers (Expressway Industrial Park and Hay Creek Substation) and an oversized accessory building in Brookfield Estates. All actions were recommendations to the City Commission.

• Recommended approval of Tall Pines Subdivision zoning change and final plat (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for data center at Expressway Industrial Park (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for data center at Hay Creek Substation (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for oversized accessory building at Brookfield Estates (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 22, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will meet to approve minutes, personnel actions, and multiple departmental requests. Key decisions include issuing $45 million in wastewater revenue bonds for the Hay Creek Lift Station and Interceptor projects, adjusting hazardous-waste landfill fees, and awarding contracts for sewer, water, and tree-planting projects.

• Approve $45M wastewater revenue bonds for Hay Creek Lift Station and Interceptor projects
• Increase hazardous-waste landfill fees for non-residents and businesses
• Award sewer contracts SU 88 and SU 89 and water contracts WU 140 and WU 142
• Amend criminal trespass ordinance (Ordinance 6548) and liquor license ordinances (Ordinance 6549)
• Award bid for water tower redevelopment site at 202 W Ave F

The Board of City Commissioners voted to implement a four-tiered water rate structure for residential properties, with adjustments to sewer averaging beginning in May 2023. The decision was made after discussion of options, with Commissioner Zenker dissenting. The board also approved several other items, including the East Main Avenue Corridor Study, two ordinances, and a bid award for the water tower redevelopment site.

• Adopted four-tier water rate for residential properties (4-1, Zenker nay)
• Accepted East Main Avenue Corridor Study (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6548 on criminal trespass (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6549 amending liquor license ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved Fort Abraham Lincoln Foundation alterations at 1700 River Road (unanimous)
• Awarded water tower redevelopment site bid to Residential Neighborhood Partnership for $150,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Renaissance Zone reauthorization (4-1, Connelly nay)
• Awarded Street Improvement District SI 572 contract to Strata Corporation for $1,188,358.70 (unanimous)

CenCom

The Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom) Executive Committee held a regular meeting on April 25, 2023, at 4200 Coleman St, Bismarck. The agenda included reviewing and approving the minutes from the February 2, 2023 meeting, discussing the SIRN 20/20 project, and reviewing the 2024 budget. The minutes do not record any substantive decisions or votes; the meeting appears to have been procedural, with no final actions taken on the items discussed.

• Reviewed and approved minutes from 02/02/23 (no vote tally recorded)
• Discussed SIRN 20/20 (no action taken)
• Reviewed 2024 budget (no action taken)

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board meets on April 18, 2023, to consider amendments to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program and project changes for 19th Street and Century Avenue. The board will also review progress reports on the East Main Avenue Corridor Study, Sunset Drive Corridor Study, Arrive 2050 Forecast, and 2022 Transit Development Plan.

• 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program Amendments for NDDOT Statewide ITS Project and Burleigh County 66th Street Project
• Bismarck 19th Street and Century Avenue Project Change Request Letter and Updated Cost Estimate
• Mandan ND 6 Trail Project Modification to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee will hold a regular meeting on April 17, 2023, to discuss partnered events, committee recognition, the "These Are Your Neighbors" podcast, the 2022 Annual Report, and the 2024 budget including promotional materials.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 3.20.2023
• Discussion of partnered events and the Band Night Parade
• "These Are Your Neighbors" podcast update
• Review of the 2022 Human Relations Committee Annual Report
• 2024 Budget and purchasing promotional materials for committee events

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee approved the March 20, 2023 meeting minutes and approved purchasing promotional materials (banners, reusable bags, can coolers, notebooks, stickers) for upcoming events. They also requested a 2024 budget increase to support the Martin Luther King Day Celebration and discussed participation in the Band Night Parade.

• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved purchasing promotional materials (banners, reusable bags, can coolers, notebooks, stickers)
• Requested City Administration to seek 2024 budget increase for MLK Day Celebration support

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee meets to discuss updates on transportation improvement programs, corridor studies, and funding allocations for regional projects. Members review amendments to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program, progress on corridor studies, and updates on transit planning and ortho-contour mapping.

• 2023-2026 TIP Amendments: NDDOT Statewide ITS Project, Burleigh County 66th Street Project
• Bismarck 19th Street and Century Avenue Project Change (cost estimate update)
• Mandan ND 6 Trail Project Modification
• East Main Avenue Corridor Study progress report (96% complete)
• Sunset Drive Corridor Study progress report (98% complete)

Renaissance Zone Authority

The Authority is considering deadline extensions for two multifamily housing projects and a design review for emergency stairs at the Grand Pacific Center. The body will also discuss the reauthorization of the city's Renaissance Zone Program.

• Deadline extension to July 31, 2023, for projects at 500 N 3rd Street and 112 East Avenue E
• Design review for emergency egress stairs at Grand Pacific Center (400 East Broadway Avenue)
• Discussion on the reauthorization of Bismarck’s Renaissance Zone Program
• Review of Renaissance Zone Authority Bylaws
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair

The Bismarck Renaissance Zone Authority approved a deadline extension for two multi-family housing projects by Lander Group (Renaissance Lofts and The Grove) to July 31, 2023. It also approved a downtown design review for an egress stairway addition at 400 East Broadway Avenue, with conditions. The board voted to invite the Burleigh County Commission to a special meeting to discuss reauthorizing the Renaissance Zone program, and approved bylaw changes and officer elections.

• Approved extension of completion deadline for Renaissance Lofts and The Grove to July 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved downtown design review for Grand Pacific Center egress stairs at 400 East Broadway Ave, with condition that substantive revisions be reconsidered (unanimous)
• Approved motion to invite Burleigh County Commission to a special Renaissance Zone Authority meeting (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Renaissance Zone Authority bylaws as presented (unanimous)
• Elected Jim Christianson as Chair and Joe Fink as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved recognition of Todd Van Orman and Bruce Whittey for service (unanimous)

Animal Advisory Board

The Bismarck Animal Advisory Board is meeting to discuss updates from the animal impound, including statistics and support needs, and to review a communications plan covering social media content and adoption kits. The agenda includes routine items like call to order, roll call, public comment, and approval of minutes from the January 12, 2023 meeting. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Update from the Animal Impound: statistics and needs/opportunities for support
• Communications Plan: social media content on immunizations, veterinarians, food costs, exercise needs, training, pet licensing
• Adoption kit: same topics as social media content
• Approval of minutes from January 12, 2023 meeting

The board approved the minutes from the January 12, 2023, meeting. Members discussed staffing shortages and facility maintenance at the Animal Impound, with Commissioner Marquardt noting that funding requests could be considered during 2024 budget preparation.

• Approved January 12, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will review financial statements and RFP bids for parkade repairs. The body will also hold a discussion regarding a new parking ramp.

• Review of RFP bids for parkade repairs
• Discussion of a new parking ramp

The Bismarck Municipal Parking Authority approved the March financial statements and awarded a repair contract for the Parkade Ramp. The contract was awarded to the lowest bidder following a public opening of bids on April 12, 2023.

• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March financial statements (5-0)
• Awarded $254,305.49 Parkade Ramp repair contract to Vector Construction (5-0)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will review several land use requests, including the annexation and rezoning of Silver Ranch additions. The body is also deciding on various public works contracts and holding public hearings on liquor licenses and personnel regulations.

• Ordinances 6536 and 6537 for annexation and rezoning of Silver Ranch Third and Fourth Additions
• Public hearings for liquor licenses at 180 East Bismarck Expy and 1601 West Century Avenue
• Ordinance 6548 to change criminal trespass remaining after request to leave from an infraction to an offense
• Bids for Airfield Painting Project and an Engineering Agreement with KLJ for Asphalt Pavement Maintenance
• Ordinance 6543 regarding personnel regulations for at-will employees

The Board appointed Michael Connelly to fill the vacancy left by Mark Splonskowski's resignation, with a 3-1 vote. The board also approved several consent agenda items, including bids, agreements, and ordinance introductions, and held public hearings on alcohol license transfers and an ordinance amendment. Discussion on the water utility rate approach was continued, with no final decision made.

• Appointed Michael Connelly to fill commission vacancy (3-1)
• Approved consent agenda including bids, agreements, and ordinance introductions
• Approved transfer of Class C-2 alcohol license to BDH3 – Bismarck, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved new Class F1 alcohol license for MayaS Incorporated (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 6543 amending personnel regulations (unanimous)
• Accepted insufficiency of protests for Street Improvement District SI 572 (unanimous)
• Delayed decision on water utility rate study (motion failed for lack of second)

Board of Adjustment

The Bismarck Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Lafarge Holcim to waive the requirement to pave the access to required parking at 2103 Trade Street. The board will also elect officers, administer oaths, approve prior minutes, and select a member for a floodplain ordinance stakeholder group.

• Public hearing on variance VAR2023-002 to eliminate paved access requirement at 2103 Trade Street (Lafarge Holcim)
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Oaths of office for remaining board members
• Approval of March 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Selection of board member for stakeholder group on Floodplain ordinance Section 14-04-19

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance to eliminate paving requirements for access to parking at 2103 Trade Street. The Board also appointed a member to a floodplain ordinance stakeholder group and postponed its own officer elections.

• Approved variance to eliminate paving requirement for access to parking at 2103 Trade Street (5-0)
• Elected Chris Seifert to the Stakeholder Selection Group for floodplain ordinance revisions (5-0)
• Postponed election of officers until all members are present (5-0)
• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will meet in a special session as the Board of Equalization. The body will review an annual report and hold a public hearing regarding the city's annual assessment.

• Public hearing on the City’s Annual Assessment
• Review of the Annual Report

The Board of City Commissioners, sitting as the Board of Equalization, approved the 2023 property valuations as presented by the City Assessor, which reflect a 9.17% total increase. The board also approved all property owner appeals, including those who spoke at the public hearing, with the understanding that recommendations will be forwarded to the Burleigh County Board of Equalization for its June 5, 2023, meeting. The Assessing Division's 2023 Annual Report was accepted as presented.

• Approved list of parcels agreeing with recommended valuations (unanimous)
• Approved all appellants, including those who spoke, with recommendations to County BOE (unanimous)
• Approved Assessing Division's 2023 Annual Report as presented (unanimous)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners is holding a special meeting on March 31, 2023. The agenda is procedural, and no action is expected to be taken by the Commission.

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee will consider final approval of the updated Senior Center Memorandum of Understanding and continue reviewing the City/County IT Services Agreement, Prisoner Care Agreement, and Public Health Joint Powers Agreement. The committee will also set topics for future meetings, including the Extra Territorial Area and Municipal Court Lease Agreement.

• Final review of updated Senior Center MOU
• Continued review of City/County IT Services Agreement
• Continued review of Prisoner Care Agreement
• Review of Public Health Joint Powers Agreement
• Future meeting topics: Extra Territorial Area, Municipal Court Lease Agreement

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee approved the March 10, 2023 minutes and agreed to present the updated Senior Center Memorandum of Understanding to both the City and County Commissions for final approval. The committee tabled the City/County IT Services Agreement pending additional information and continued discussions on the Prisoner Care Agreement and Public Health Joint Powers Agreement without formal action. The next meeting was rescheduled from April 21 to April 28, 2023.

• Approved minutes of March 10, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to present Senior Center MOU to City and County Commissions for approval (unanimous)
• Tabled City/County IT Services Agreement pending additional information
• Rescheduled April 21 meeting to April 28, 2023

Board of City Commissioners

This is a special meeting notice to inform the public that three or more City Commissioners may attend the Bismarck Mandan Chamber EDC 2023 Annual Dinner. No action is expected to be taken by the Commission.

Board of City Commissioners

The Burleigh County Board of City Commissioners will meet to approve routine items including liquor license transfers, easements for sewer and sidewalk projects, and utility contracts. Several public hearings will address zoning changes and alcohol licensing. The board will also discuss utility rate approaches and review a legislative report.

• Transfer Class C-2 Hotel Alcohol License from Expressway Suites to BDH3-Bismarck, LLC at 180 East Bismarck Expy
• Call public hearing for Class F1 Restaurant Full Alcohol License for MayaS at 1601 West Century Avenue
• Approve 7-year $3.905% interest lease for two sweepers, one motor grader, and one scraper from Bank of America
• Approve dedication of sanitary sewer easement in Pebble Creek 3rd Addition and sidewalk easements in Stonecrest 2nd Addition
• Award bids for Fire Station 1 Remodel Project and Street Light/Traffic Signal Utility Project SV 68

The Board of City Commissioners approved a $935,817.25 contract for Street Improvement District SI 571, awarded to Asphalt Surface Technologies Corp. They also approved several licenses, ordinances, and agreements, including a scooter-sharing MOU with Bird Rides, Inc. and a lease with Burleigh County. The board received reports on utility rates and legislative updates, and discussed a draft FEMA letter and budget goals.

• Approved $935,817.25 contract for Street Improvement District SI 571 (5-0)
• Approved Class D Full Alcohol license for The Domain, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6545 zoning map amendment to R5 Residential (5-0)
• Approved revised Ordinance 6546 amending motorized scooter traffic code (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 6547 amending 2022 budget for GASB 87 (5-0)
• Approved 2024 lease with Burleigh County for first floor of City/County Building (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Bird Rides, Inc. for scooter sharing (5-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene Special Assessment Task Force (5-0)

Human Relations Committee

This is a special meeting notice stating that a quorum of the Bismarck Human Relations Committee may attend the Families Around the World Celebration at the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Library. No action is expected to be taken by the committee during this gathering.

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners is holding a special session to review applications and discuss next steps for filling the current vacant City Commission position. The meeting is scheduled for March 24, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the Tom Baker Meeting Room. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Review applications for vacant City Commission position
• Discuss next steps for filling the vacancy

The Board of City Commissioners discussed filling a vacant commission position. The board decided against holding a special election due to cost and timing. A motion to appoint Michael Connelly failed, and the board later voted to reconsider that motion.

• Removed Mason Sisk's application upon his request
• Denied motion to appoint Michael Connelly to vacant term (2-2)
• Approved motion to remove the option for a special election (4-0)
• Approved motion to reconsider the previous motion to appoint Michael Connelly (3-1)

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on a minor subdivision for light industrial development and the annexation and rezoning of approximately 36 acres for mixed-density residential and commercial use. The body will also consider scheduling a hearing for a commercial rezoning request in northeast Bismarck.

• Annexation and rezoning of Silver Ranch Fourth Addition and part of Silver Ranch Third to R10, RM20, P, and CA districts
• Minor Subdivision Final Plat for Lots 1-3, Block 1, Sykes Second Addition for light industrial development
• Zoning change request for Lot 1, Block 1, Basin Electric Fourth Addition from RT to Conditional CG
• Major Subdivision Final Plat for Silver Ranch Fourth Addition and part of Silver Ranch Third

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the partial annexation of Silver Ranch Third and Fourth Additions (35.79 acres), a zoning change from Agricultural to Residential and Commercial districts, and a major subdivision final plat for 24 lots on 36.31 acres. The plat approval includes a condition requiring temporary turnaround easements at the termini of Silver Boulevard, Keeble Drive, Noble Drive, and Halverson Avenue. The commission also approved the Sykes Second Addition minor subdivision final plat with a condition for a development agreement regarding Lot 4, and approved the February 22, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of February 22, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda item 2, calling for public hearing on Lot 1, Block 1, Basin Electric Fourth Addition zoning change (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Sykes Second Addition minor subdivision final plat, conditioned on development agreement for Lot 4 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of partial annexation of Silver Ranch Third and Fourth Additions (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning change from A to R10, RM20, CA for Silver Ranch Fourth Addition (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Silver Ranch Fourth Addition major subdivision final plat, 24 lots, conditioned on temporary turnaround easements (unanimous)

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Policy Board will review and potentially approve the 2027 Urban Roads and Urban Regional Program projects, including specific road reconstructions, overlays, and railroad underpasses. They will also hear progress reports on corridor studies and the Arrive 2050 plan, and consider a preferred growth scenario. Public comments are accepted via email before the meeting.

• 2027 Urban Roads: Mandan 8th Avenue NW Reconstruction; Bismarck S 12th Street, Yegen Road, Burleigh Avenue Mill and Overlay
• 2027 Urban Regional: Mandan 6th Ave SE Railroad Underpass; Mandan 1806 S Mill and Overlay; Bismarck State Street/US 83 Widening; Bismarck Sign Replacement; Bismarck 7th and 9th Street BNSF Railroad Underpasses
• Arrive 2050 Preferred Growth Scenario action item
• Progress reports: East Main Avenue Corridor Study (90% complete), Sunset Drive Corridor Study (89%), 2022 Transit Development Plan (50%)
• 2023-2026 TIP Administrative Modifications

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan MPO Technical Advisory Committee will review and take action on the 2027 Urban Roads and Urban Regional Program projects, including specific road reconstructions and overlays in Bismarck and Mandan. They will also consider a preferred growth scenario for the Arrive 2050 long-range plan and receive progress updates on corridor studies and the transit development plan.

• 2027 Urban Roads projects: Mandan 8th Avenue NW Reconstruction; Bismarck S 12th Street, Yegen Road, Burleigh Avenue mill and overlay
• 2027 Urban Regional projects: Mandan 6th Ave SE Railroad Underpass; Mandan 1806 S mill and overlay; Bismarck State Street/US 83 Widening; Bismarck sign replacement; Bismarck 7th and 9th Street BNSF Railroad Underpasses
• Action on Arrive 2050 Preferred Growth Scenario
• Progress reports: East Main Avenue Corridor Study (90% complete), Sunset Drive Corridor Study (89%), 2022 Transit Development Plan (50%)
• 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program administrative modifications

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee will meet to review minutes from February 27, 2023, and discuss an annual report. The committee will also review partnered events and other business.

• Families Around The World event
• Band Night Parade
• Build Committee Recognition
• These Are Your Neighbors Podcast
• Annual Report

The committee approved the minutes from the February 27, 2023, meeting. Members discussed coordination for the Families Around the World event and the Band Night Parade, and received an update on the 'These Are Your Neighbors' podcast.

• Approved February 27, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

CenCom

The CenCom Board of Directors will convene to approve minutes from past meetings, receive updates on the Public Safety Software Project and SIRN 20/20, and discuss a budget update and the purchase of eight portable radios. No decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Review and approval of minutes from 01/27/22, 06/09/22, and 12/14/22
• Public Safety Software Project Update
• SIRN 20/20 Update
• Budget Update
• Purchase of eight portable radios

Board of City Commissioners

The Burleigh County Board of City Commissioners will meet to approve minutes, personnel actions, and expenditures, including new liquor licenses for The Domain and Old 10 Bar & Grill. They will also discuss zoning map amendments, motorized scooter ordinance updates, and budget adjustments. Public hearings are scheduled for alcohol license requests and a building code update.

• New Class D Full Alcohol license for The Domain, LLC at 307 North 3rd Street
• Introduction of Ordinance 6545 to rezone Hay Creek Park Addition from P to R5 district
• Introduction of Ordinance 6546 to amend motorized scooter traffic code
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6544 for Bismarck Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Update
• Update on south Bismarck flood control project

The Board accepted Commissioner Mark Splonskowski's resignation and directed staff to advertise for applicants to fill the unexpired term ending June 2024. Several routine items were approved, including alcohol licenses, a building code update, and two street light contracts. The utility rate discussion was continued with a request for more data.

• Accepted Commissioner Splonskowski's resignation (5-0)
• Approved Class F1 alcohol license for Old 10 Bar & Grill (5-0)
• Approved Class F2 license for The Jousting Lemur (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6544 building and fire code update (5-0)
• Approved Norbs Subdivision final plat (4-0, Splonskowski abstained)
• Awarded SV 67 street light contract to Strata Corp for $294,860 (5-0)
• Awarded SV 71 street light contract to Denny's Electric for $308,000.34 (5-0)
• Directed staff to advertise for commissioner vacancy (3-1)

Historic Preservation Commission

This is a special meeting notice stating that a quorum of the Historic Preservation Commission may attend the Timeline of Bismarck History Release Party on March 15, 2023. No action is expected to be taken by the commission at this event; it is purely informational.

• Timeline of Bismarck History Release Party on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Event location: Juniper Workantile, 122 North Fourth Street, Bismarck, ND

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners issued a notice for a special meeting on March 10, 2023, at 9:00 AM in the Tom Baker Meeting Room. No action is expected to be taken by the Commission during this meeting.

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee is meeting to review several intergovernmental agreements. The body will consider updates to the Senior Center Memorandum of Understanding and the City/County Building Lease Agreement.

• Updated Senior Center Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
• Updated City/County Building Lease Agreement
• Prisoner Care Agreement
• Public Health Joint Powers Agreement
• Municipal Court Lease Agreement

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee approved the minutes from the March 3, 2023 meeting and voted to send the 2024 City/County Building Lease Agreement to the respective commissions for review. The Senior Center MOU was tabled pending more information from the State's Attorney, and the Prisoner Care Agreement discussion was continued with a request for additional billing details from Sheriff Leben. The committee also scheduled a meeting for March 31, 2023, to replace the April 7 meeting due to the Good Friday holiday.

• Approved minutes of March 3, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved sending 2024 City/County Building Lease Agreement to commissions for review (unanimous)
• Tabled Senior Center MOU pending State's Attorney info
• Requested Sheriff Leben provide additional billing details for Prisoner Care Agreement
• Scheduled next meeting for March 31, 2023

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will consider approving the February 9, 2023 meeting minutes, review financial statements, and discuss capital project updates. No substantive decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

The Bismarck Municipal Parking Authority met and approved the minutes from the February 9, 2023 meeting, the February financial statements, and a pay request of $22,409.33 to Walker Consultants. All votes were unanimous. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved February 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February financial statements (5-0)
• Approved $22,409.33 pay request to Walker Consultants (5-0)

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee is holding a special meeting on March 4, 2023, primarily to attend the ChamberEDC Legislative Forum. The agenda states that no action is expected to be taken by the committee, and the notice serves to inform that three or more committee members may attend the forum.

• Special meeting notice for March 4, 2023, 10:00-11:30 AM
• Location: Bismarck State College National Energy Center of Excellence, Basin Auditorium, 1200 Schafer St., Bismarck, ND
• Attendance at ChamberEDC Legislative Forum
• No action expected

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners is holding a special meeting to attend the ChamberEDC Legislative Forum. The agenda states that no action is expected to be taken by the Commission.

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee is meeting to discuss a Memorandum of Understanding for the Senior Center. Members will also review lease and IT services agreements between the city and county.

• Senior Center Memorandum of Understanding regarding operations, maintenance, ownership, and insurance
• City/County Building Lease Agreement
• City/County IT Services Agreement
• Discussion of future meeting topics including Prisoner Care and Public Health

The committee approved the February 17 minutes and established a recurring meeting schedule for the first and third Fridays of each month. Members reached a general consensus for Burleigh County to remain in the City/County Building for 2024.

• Approved February 17, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 10, 2023
• Agreed to hold future meetings on the first and third Fridays of each month at 9:00 AM

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a public hearing regarding a side yard variance for properties on River Road and Schafer Street. The board will also review 2023 bylaws and administer oaths of office.

• Public hearing for variance VAR2023-001 regarding 1005 River Road and 1200 Schafer Street
• Review of 2023 Bylaws
• Formal oath of office for Board members

The Bismarck Board of Adjustment approved a variance for Bismarck State College and the BSC Foundation to reduce side yard setbacks from 6 feet to 0 feet, allowing construction of a skywalk between the National Energy Center of Excellence and Polytechnic buildings. The approval was based on unique topography and ownership, despite staff findings that the variance criteria were not met. The board also approved the minutes and bylaws.

• Approved variance for skywalk at 1005 River Road and 1200 Schafer Street (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 6, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved board bylaws (4-0)

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will consider a heavy agenda including multiple public hearings on zoning changes and building code updates. Commissioners will also review new alcohol license applications, opioid litigation settlement participation, infrastructure and street improvement districts, and a report from the Bismarck Riverfront Planning Partners.

• New Class F1 Restaurant Full Alcohol license request for Old 10 Bar & Grill, LLC at 4100 North Washington Street
• New Class F2 Restaurant Beer and Wine alcohol license request for The Jousting Lemur at 514 East Main Avenue
• Public hearing on Ordinance 6544 for the Bismarck Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Update
• Public hearings on multiple zoning changes including Ordinance 6535 (TNK Ranch Subdivision), Ordinance 6538 (Homan Acres), Ordinance 6539 (Kilber North Addition), Ordinance 6540 (Paradise Valley Addition), and Ordinance 6541 (Cottonwood Parkview Addition)
• Request by Ignite Dispensary and Cigar to temporarily close a portion of Bowen Avenue for a block party on April 20, 2023

The Bismarck City Commission approved several zoning changes, including TNK Ranch Subdivision, Homan Acres, Kilber North Addition, Paradise Valley, and Cottonwood Parkview, all with unanimous votes. They also approved a letter of support for the riverfront master plan, a street closure for Ignite Dispensary, and a modification to the NDDOT Urban Road project. Commissioner Splonskowski abstained from several votes due to a perceived conflict of interest as Burleigh County Auditor-Elect.

• Approved consent agenda including expenditures, personnel actions, and various administrative items (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Budget Calendar (5-0)
• Approved abatements (3-1, Splonskowski abstained)
• Approved letter of support for riverfront master plan grants (5-0)
• Denied property valuation reduction for Mr. Jin (4-0, Splonskowski abstained)
• Approved zoning change and final plat for TNK Ranch Subdivision (4-0, Splonskowski abstained)
• Approved zoning changes for Homan Acres, Kilber North, Paradise Valley, Cottonwood Parkview (all unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Bowen Avenue for Ignite Dispensary block party (5-0)

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee will hold a regular session to review its mission, discuss partnered events like Capital Pride and Families Around the World, and consider public comment. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee approved a $250 Silver Status Sponsorship for Capital Pride, created a subcommittee to improve the Municipal Equality Index (MEI) score, and discussed but did not take a position on anti-LGBTQ legislation. All votes were unanimous among members present.

• Approved $250 Silver Status Sponsorship for Capital Pride (unanimous)
• Created subcommittee to improve Municipal Equality Index score (unanimous)
• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Opened discussion on taking a position on anti-LGBTQ legislation; consensus was to refrain from recommendation

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two land-use requests. First, it will consider rezoning eight lots in the Hay Creek Park Addition from Public (P) to Residential (R5) to allow single-family development. Second, it will review a special use permit for a filling station and car wash on a 15.9-acre parcel in the Daybreak Second Addition, which would operate alongside a retail facility.

• Rezone Lots 1-8, Block 1, Hay Creek Park Addition from P to R5 (ZC2022-026)
• Special Use Permit for filling station and car wash at Lot 1, Block 3, Daybreak Second Addition (SUP2023-001)
• Public hearings scheduled for both zoning change and special use permit requests

The commission recommended approval for a zoning change to allow residential use at Hay Creek Park Addition. It also recommended approval for a special use permit for a filling station and car wash at Daybreak Second Addition.

• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning change from P — Public to R5 — Residential for Lots 1-8, Block 1, Hay Creek Park Addition (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for filling station and car wash/auto laundry at Lot 1, Block 3, Daybreak Second Addition (unanimous)

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board will meet to consider amendments to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program, review proposed scoring criteria and project selections for the 2025-2026 Urban Grants Program, and examine a revised state fiscal year 2024 grant application for Bis-Man Transit. The board will also discuss project consultant approval for the 2023 Ortho-Contour Project and continue discussions regarding its meeting format. Additionally, progress reports will be presented on ongoing corridor studies and forecasts.

• 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program amendments including the Highway 1806 Chip Seal Project, Apple Creek WIM Project, and Mandan 8th Ave NW Project
• Urban Grants Projects Scoring Criteria and 2025-2026 Urban Grant Projects featuring the Mandan Downtown Core Reconstruction Phase I & II Project and Bismarck Front Ave & 5th St Pavement Rehab Project
• Revised State Fiscal Year 2024 5310 Grant Application for Bis-Man Transit
• 2023 Ortho-Contour Project Consultant Approval via QBS Process

Forestry Advisory Board

The Bismarck Forestry Advisory Board is meeting to review 2022 tree removal and planting reports. The board will discuss the status of 2023 contracts and prepare for the 2024 budget.

• 2023 contracts for stump grinding, pruning, and injections
• New FT Forestry Tech Position
• 2024 Budget Prep
• 2022 DED/Elm Removals Report
• 2022 Partners in Planting/Tree Planting Report

The Forestry Advisory Board approved the minutes from the August 2022 meeting and renewed Brett Gurholt's term. They reviewed 2022 tree removal and planting reports, and discussed the 2023 contracts, including awarding the tree pruning contract to Beaver Creek Tree Service. No other formal decisions were made; most items were informational or planning discussions.

• Approved minutes from August 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Renewed Brett Gurholt's board term (unanimous)
• Awarded 2023 tree pruning contract to Beaver Creek Tree Service (sole bidder, $120,000 for 1,000 trees)

Technical Advisory Committee

The Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization Technical Advisory Committee meets to discuss amendments to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program, scoring criteria for urban grant projects, and proposed projects for 2025-2026. The committee will also review a revised transit grant application, consultant approval for an ortho-contour project, and progress reports on multiple regional corridor and forecasting studies.

• Public hearing and action on 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program amendments including the Highway 1806 Chip Seal Project, Apple Creek WIM Project, and Mandan 8th Ave NW Project
• Action item on proposed Urban Grants Projects Scoring Criteria
• Action item on 2025-2026 Urban Grants Program Projects including Mandan Downtown Core Reconstruction Phase I & II and Bismarck Front Ave & 5th St Pavement Rehab
• Action item on a revised State Fiscal Year 2024 5310 grant application for Bis-Man Transit
• Action item on consultant approval for the 2023 Ortho-Contour Project

Bismarck-Burleigh Combined Commissions Committee

The committee is meeting to determine its composition, meeting frequency, and future topics. The agenda consists of procedural organizational items.

• Review of committee composition
• Determination of meeting frequency and dates
• Determination of meeting topics

The Bismarck-Burleigh Commissions Committee met for the first time and agreed to meet twice monthly, preferring morning meetings in the Tom Baker Meeting Room. They discussed potential topics including City/County Building costs, technology support, the Senior Center, public health, and prisoner care costs. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was organizational.

• Agreed to meet twice monthly initially (consensus)
• Preferred morning meetings for future dates (consensus)
• Future meetings to be held in Tom Baker Meeting Room (requested by Chair Matthews)
• City Administrator to coordinate recording times with Dakota Media Access

Civil Service Commission

The Bismarck Civil Service Commission will meet to approve past meeting minutes and review an appeal from Kelly Buckle regarding an adverse employment decision. The meeting takes place at the City/County Office Building.

• Review appeal from Kelly Buckle regarding adverse employment decision
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 20, 2023

The Civil Service Commission unanimously upheld the City of Bismarck's termination of Kelly Buckle, who alleged discrimination based on physical disability. The commission found the termination was supported by evidence and law after hearing testimony that Buckle used CBD oil without a prescription and did not inform the city of her medical condition.

• Approved January 20, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Upheld termination of Kelly Buckle (3-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is meeting to review the 2023 HPF Grant Application submittal and discuss how to distribute the Historic Timeline. The body will also elect a Chair and Vice-Chair.

• 2023 HPF Grant Application Submittal
• Historic Timeline Distribution Strategy/Activities
• Election of Officers (Chair and Vice-Chair)

The Bismarck Historic Preservation Commission approved the Municipal Country Club as the venue for the Timeline Book Release event, scheduled for March 15, 2023, from 5-7 p.m. They also approved the minutes from the February 1 special meeting and elected Amy Sakariassen as Chair and Beth Nodland as Vice-Chair. The commission discussed the 2023 HPF grant application, which was approved by the City Commission and is due February 17, 2023. A resident spoke in favor of residential-only use for the water tower property at 202 West F Avenue, and staff noted a new RFP with a February 28 deadline.

• Approved minutes of February 1, 2023 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Country Club as venue for Timeline Release Party (unanimous)
• Elected Amy Sakariassen as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Beth Nodland as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Board of City Commissioners

The Bismarck Board of City Commissioners will meet on February 14, 2023, to discuss various community development, engineering, and public works items. Key discussions include proposals for body-worn cameras for the police department, multiple zoning changes and annexations, and updates on utility and facility plans.

• Ordinance 6535 zoning change and final plat for TNK Ranch Subdivision
• Ordinance 6536 annexation and Ordinance 6537 zoning change for Silver Ranch
• Kraus-Anderson contract for Construction Manager At Risk at the Event Center
• Public hearings on annexations for Clear Sky Addition and Boulder Ridge First Addition First Replat
• Request for proposals for body worn cameras for the police department

The Bismarck City Commission approved a request to initiate contract negotiations with Axon for body-worn cameras, along with improvements to in-car video, interview rooms, and evidence management software. The commission also accepted the SitelogIQ building condition assessment report and authorized the RFP process for a Guaranteed Energy Savings Program. Several zoning and annexation items were introduced for public hearings, and two annexations were approved. The commission tabled an abatement application and took positions on state legislation.

• Approved body-worn camera RFP, initiating negotiations with Axon (unanimous)
• Accepted SitelogIQ facility plan, authorized RFP for Guaranteed Energy Savings Program (unanimous)
• Approved partial annexation of Clear Sky Addition (Ordinance 6533) (unanimous)
• Approved annexation and final plat of Boulder Ridge First Addition First Replat (Ordinance 6534) (unanimous)
• Tabled abatement application for 800 South 3rd St to Feb 28 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Sidewalk, Curb, and Gutter project (CC23) (unanimous)
• Approved issuing RFP for economic development consulting services (unanimous)
• Took position of support on SB 2275, directed monitoring of SB 2239 (unanimous)

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will meet to review financial statements and consider bids from commercial brokers. The brokers would be tasked with listing the former Thrifty White Space located at the Parkade building.

• Review of Commercial Broker bids for former Thrifty White Space at Parkade building
• Review of Financial Statements

Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition

This quarterly meeting of the Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition consists of procedural welcome items, subcommittee updates, assignments, and adjournment. Updates are scheduled from the Prevention & Education, Student, Intoxication/Withdrawal Management, and Treatment & Recovery subcommittees.

• Prevention & Education subcommittee updates including the Drug Free Communities Grant, SOR Grant, and Fake ID Project
• Student subcommittee update
• Intoxication/Withdrawal Management subcommittee updates
• Treatment & Recovery subcommittee updates including the Opioid Grant and Mandan Good Neighbor Project

The Burleigh-Morton Behavioral Health Coalition met quarterly to receive updates from subcommittees and partners. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting consisted of informational reports on topics like the Drug Free Communities grant, Narcan distribution, the Fake ID Project, and crisis services. The next meeting is scheduled for May 9, 2023.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded at the meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for May 9, 2023, 10:00-11:30 AM (location TBD)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 2, 2023, at 5:00 pm has been cancelled because a quorum of board members will not be reached. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Thursday, March 2, 2023, at 5:00 pm. This agenda contains no items for decision or discussion.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting scheduled for March 2, 2023 at 5:00 pm

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning variance for properties on River Road and Schafer Street. The board will also address 2023 bylaws and formal oaths of office.

• Public hearing for variance VAR2023-001 regarding 1005 River Road and 1200 Schafer Street
• Review and adoption of 2023 Bylaws
• Formal oaths of office for Board members
• Approval of October 6, 2022 meeting minutes

CenCom

The Central Dakota Communications Center (CenCom) Executive Committee is holding a regular meeting rescheduled to February 2, 2023, at 4200 Coleman St. in Bismarck, North Dakota. The agenda includes updates on the Public Safety Software Project and the SIRN 20/20 building coverage, alongside a director's update and review of previous minutes.

• Review and approve minutes from 10/25/22
• Public Safety Software Project Update
• SIRN 20/20 Update on Building Coverage
• Director Update

The CenCom Executive Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and voted to recommend to the Board of Directors the replacement of CAD workstations and the purchase of a web camera, two monitors, and an AirMedia controller. The committee also discussed updates on the Public Safety Software Project, SIRN 20/20, and staffing, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved 07/26/22 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended to Board of Directors to replace CAD workstations (unanimous)
• Recommended to Board of Directors to purchase web camera, two monitors, and AirMedia controller (unanimous)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will attend a public information open house about the 2023 utility rate update. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing a proposed NDDOT multi-use trail to determine if historic properties are affected. The body is also considering a 2023 Historic Preservation Fund grant application for various city projects.

• NDDOT Project #: CRP-1-083(144)089: 10-foot wide asphalt multi-use trail along west side of US Highway 83 from Calgary Ave to 43rd Ave
• 2023 HPF Grant Application requesting $24,300 in federal funds with a $16,896 match for a total project cost of $41,196
• Proposed grant project for Historic District Street Light Banners totaling $22,000
• Proposed grant project for Highland Acres Historic District Walking/Driving Tour Maps totaling $3,000
• Proposed grant project for Conference Attendance and Training totaling $10,500

The Commission approved a determination that a proposed NDDOT multi-use trail would not affect historic properties. It also approved the 2023 Historic Preservation Fund application with specific budget reallocations for maps and media rights.

• Approved December 21, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved determination of No Historic Properties Affected for NDDOT multi-use trail (6-0)
• Approved HPF application reducing banner funds by $6,000 to add $3,000 for design/media rights and $3,000 for map printing (6-0)

Board of City Commissioners

This is a special meeting notice stating that three or more City Commissioners may attend the 2023 Utility Rate Update Public Information Open House. No action is expected to be taken by the Commission at this event.

• 2023 Utility Rate Update Public Information Open House
• No action expected by Commission

Bismarck Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission is deciding on several zoning changes and subdivision plats, including requests for residential and religious land use. The meeting also includes the election of officers and an update on the Together 2045 plan.

• Zoning change for Lots 1-8, Block 1, Hay Creek Park Addition from Public to R5 residential
• Tall Pines Subdivision request for zoning change from Agricultural to RR5 and a preliminary plat
• TNK Ranch Subdivision continued public hearing for zoning change (A to RR) and final plat
• Silver Ranch Fourth Addition annexation, zoning changes, and final plat
• Special Use Permit for an internal ADU at Lot 1, Block 1, Missouri Meadows Subdivision

The Commission recommended approval for the TNK Ranch and Silver Ranch Fourth Addition subdivisions and annexations. It also recommended several residential and commercial zoning changes and approved a special use permit for an internal accessory dwelling unit.

• Recommended approval of zoning change and final plat for TNK Ranch Subdivision (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of partial annexation, zoning change, and final plat for Silver Ranch Fourth Addition (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning change to R10 for Replat of Homan Acres (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning change to Conditional CA for Kilber North Addition First Replat (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning change to RM30 for Paradise Valley Addition (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning change to RM20 for Cottonwood Parkview Addition First Replat (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for internal accessory dwelling unit at Missouri Meadows Subdivision (unanimous)
• Reelected Mike Schwartz as Chair and elected Cole Johnson as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will consider several road rehabilitation projects and a major subdivision plat. The body is also reviewing a revised inclement weather policy and the 2023 Legislative Report #1.

• Major subdivision final plat of Norbs Subdivision east of 52nd street SE
• Pavement rehabilitation for Bismarck Expressway and University Drive
• Fee increases for TB blood and skin tests at Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health Department
• Gaming application for Fort Abraham Lincoln Foundation at 405 North 4th Street
• Zoning change correction for Lot 2, Block 1, Meadowlark Hill Second Addition Replat

The Board approved a revised inclement weather policy that grants 8 hours of annual leave to employees on snow days, with a 4-1 vote. The board also tabled the Norbs Subdivision final plat to February 14, 2023, pending written acceptance from the Burleigh County Highway Department. Consent agenda items were approved, including rejecting water tower site proposals and reissuing the RFP.

• Approved inclement weather policy granting 8 hours annual leave on snow days (4-1)
• Tabled Norbs Subdivision final plat to Feb 14, 2023
• Rejected water tower site proposals at 202 West Avenue F and reissued RFP
• Approved consent agenda items including personnel actions, expenditures, and various contracts
• Approved release of access easement for Missouri Meadows Subdivision
• Remained opposed to HB1205 and SB2123 (4-1)

Human Relations Committee

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on January 23, 2023, at the City/County Office Building. The agenda includes public comment, approval of the December 19, 2022 meeting minutes, a podcast update, and a discussion of 2023 HRC goals.

• Approval of meeting minutes from December 19, 2022
• These Are Your Neighbors Podcast Update regarding future guests, topics, recording schedule, and member support
• Discussion of 2023 HRC Goals

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee approved the December 19, 2022 meeting minutes and set goals for 2023, including hosting one event, continuing the podcast, and working on the Municipal Equality Index. They also discussed proposed legislation and offered recommendations to City Administration.

• Approved December 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set 2023 goals: four partnered events, one hosted event, annual report, continue podcast
• Discussed proposed bills and offered recommendations to City Administration

Civil Service Commission

The commission is meeting to address an appeal regarding an adverse employment decision. The body will also elect a chair for 2023 and discuss future meeting administration.

• Appeal from Darin Schadler regarding adverse employment decision
• Election of 2023 Chair

The commission elected its chair for the year and approved minutes from a previous appeal meeting. Members discussed procedural changes for future meetings and identified a need to update ordinance language regarding probationary employee appeals.

• Approved minutes for 1/4/2023 meeting regarding Darin Schadler appeal
• Elected Roger Krueger as Commission Chair for 2023 (3-0)

Board of City Commissioners

A subcommittee of the Burleigh County Board of City Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss revisions to the city’s inclement weather policy. The meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2023, at 4:30 PM in the Mayor’s Conference Room at the City/County Office Building.

• Review of HR - Inclement Weather Policy.pdf

A subcommittee of the Board of City Commissioners met to review a draft Inclement Weather Policy. The group discussed employee work groups, remote work, and compensation. No formal votes were taken during the meeting.

• Directed Attorney Combs to amend the draft policy for presentation at the January 24, 2023, meeting

Metropolitan Planning Organization - Policy Board

The Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board will hold a public hearing and consider action on amendments to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program. The board will also discuss meeting formats and receive progress reports on the East Main Avenue Corridor Study, Sunset Drive Corridor Study, 2050 Forecast/Arrive 2050, and the 2022 Transit Development Plan.

• Public Hearing on 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program Amendments, including Bismarck Pavement Markings, Tyler Parkway Interchange, Highway 1806 Chip Seal, Highway 1804 Chip Seal, Multiple Bridges, South Washington Street, Grant Marsh Bridge, Tyler Parkway Bridge, Memorial Highway Phase III, and Bis-Man Transit 5339 Grant Project
• Policy Board Meeting Format Discussion and Action Item
• 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program Administrative Modification

Technical Advisory Committee

The Technical Advisory Committee will hold a public hearing to decide on amendments to the 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program. The body will also discuss meeting formats and receive progress reports on several corridor studies and transit plans.

• Public hearing on 2023-2026 TIP Amendments including Tyler Parkway Interchange and Grant Marsh Bridge projects
• Progress report on East Main Avenue Corridor Study (75% complete)
• Progress report on Sunset Drive Corridor Study (62% complete)
• Progress report on 2022 Transit Development Plan (35% complete)
• Action item regarding TAC meeting format and location

Animal Advisory Board

The Bismarck Animal Advisory Board is holding a regular session with routine items including roll call, public comment, and approval of minutes. The board will also discuss its future disposition, which may involve its continuation or changes. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Discussion on future disposition of the board
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 13, 2022
• Public comment period
• Other business

The board discussed ways to increase pet adoptions and improve public perception of the Animal Impound facility. Members proposed creating an adoption kit for new pet owners and developing a 2023 communications plan. Commissioner Marquardt will review the current contract and fees for animals received from Mandan.

• Approved minutes of the January 13, 2022, meeting (unanimous)

Bismarck Parking Authority

The Bismarck Parking Authority will review financial statements and the 2023 budget. The body will also consider the re-appointment of Chairman Jim Christianson and a bid invitation for vacant commercial space in the Parkade.

• Review of 2023 Budget
• Re-appointment of Chairman Jim Christianson
• Invitation to bid for vacant commercial space in the Parkade (former Thrifty White space)

The Bismarck Municipal Parking Authority unanimously approved the December 2022 financial statements and the 2023 budget. The board also prioritized capital projects for 2023, including Parkade purple level repairs, exit spiral repairs, exterior stairway repairs, and security camera upgrades. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 9:24 A.M.

• Approved minutes of December 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved December financials (5-0 roll call)
• Approved 2023 budget (5-0 roll call)
• Prioritized 2023 capital projects: Parkade purple level repairs, exit spiral repairs, exterior stairway repairs, security camera upgrades

Board of City Commissioners

The Board of City Commissioners will meet to approve routine minutes, personnel actions, and departmental requests including a Bis-Man Transit farebox upgrade, street closures for the Downtowners Street Fair, and two annexation ordinances. Public hearings will be called on Ordinance 6533 and 6534 for proposed annexations of Clear Sky Addition and Boulder Ridge First Addition.

• Approval of Bis-Man Transit Farebox Upgrade
• Street closure for 50th Annual Downtowners Street Fair
• Introduction of public hearings on Ordinance 6533 (Clear Sky Addition annexation) and Ordinance 6534 (Boulder Ridge First Addition annexation)
• Approval of Contract Change Orders for Street Improvement Districts SI 557 and SI 568
• Permission to award contract for Boulevard Tree Pruning

The Board approved the creation of a City-County Joint Committee to address shared resident concerns. The Commission also approved revisions to the Special Assessment Policy and a major subdivision plat for Technology Hill Addition.

• Approved creation of City of Bismarck – Burleigh County Joint Committee
• Approved revisions to the Special Assessment Policy
• Approved major subdivision final plat of Technology Hill Addition
• Approved extension of Better Bismarck Campaign donation period and fund distribution process
• Tabled Norbs Subdivision final plat until January 24, 2023
• Approved Consent Agenda including airport lease amendments and street closure for Downtowners Street Fair
• Approved Resolution of Necessity for Street Improvement Districts SI 570 and SI 574
• Designated Commissioners Cleary, Marquardt, and Zenker to recommend Inclement Weather policy revisions

Civil Service Commission

The Bismarck Civil Service Commission will meet to review an appeal from Darin Schadler regarding an adverse employment decision. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and a review of prior appeals.

• Review appeal from Darin Schadler regarding adverse employment decision
• Approval of minutes from 6/7/2022 appeal by Allison Bleick
• Approval of minutes from 11/30/2022 grievance appeal by Allen Liebert

The Civil Service Commission upheld the city's dismissal of firefighter Darrin Schadler after hearing testimony and arguments in his grievance appeal. The commission found insufficient information to overturn the termination but noted no evidence of intentional misconduct. The motion to uphold the dismissal passed unanimously.

• Upheld city's dismissal of firefighter Darrin Schadler (3-0)