Fargo public meetings in 2024
38 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Mon Dec 23, 2024 · 4:00 PM
City Commission
Commission to vote on rezoning of HAL Addition subdivision on 3rd & 4th St N
The Fargo City Commission will hold an executive session to discuss negotiations with Galvanizers, Inc. for a portion of city property west of the landfill. A consent agenda will approve several routine items, including a traffic‑signal ordinance amendment and various contracts and grant notices. The public hearing portion will consider the first reading of rezoning ordinances for the HAL Addition and Eagle Valley Fifth Addition subdivisions. Additional items include grant awards and a recommendation to support the regional transportation plan.
- Executive session negotiation with Galvanizers, Inc. for land west of the landfill
- 1st reading of Ordinance amending Section 8-0602 (starting, stopping, turning signals)
- Public hearing and 1st reading of rezoning ordinance for HAL Addition (602‑616 3rd St N, 601‑617 4th St N)
- Public hearing and 1st reading of rezoning ordinance for Eagle Valley Fifth Addition (7475 24th St S)
- Notice of $136,000 grant award from ND Dept. of Emergency Services for State Homeland Security Program
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (51 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2857 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2858 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2859 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2862 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2863 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2865 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2867 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2868 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2871 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2874 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2876 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2878 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2880 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2882 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2884 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2885 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2886 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2887 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2888 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2889 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
Mon Dec 9, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
Fargo Commission to vote on public safety sales tax and 2025 Capital Improvement Plan
The City Commission will consider a 0.25% sales tax for fire and police operations and the 2025 Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also hold public hearings regarding MATBUS route changes and a Renaissance Zone project. Other business includes various property tax abatement requests and equipment purchases.
- Final adoption of a 0.25% sales tax for public safety operations, equipment, and buildings
- Approval of the 2025 Capital Improvement Plan and 2026 neighborhood reconstruction projects
- Two sidewalk tractors from Swanston Equipment for $214,428.51 each
- Two 2025 International Chassis from North Central International LLC for $120,317.39 and $120,696.34
- Public hearing for the rehabilitation of 13 and 15 8th Street South by Coneflower Farmhouse, LLC
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2844 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · John Strand yea · Michelle Turnberg yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-2851 — approve
3 nay · 2 yea
Denise Kolpack nay · Dave Piepkorn yea · John Strand nay · Michelle Turnberg yea · Timothy Mahoney nay
23-2853 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · John Strand nay · Michelle Turnberg yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 48 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Dec 3, 2024 · 3:00 PM
Planning Commission
Fargo Planning Commission holds hearings on rezoning, subdivisions, and conditional use permits
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several development applications, including a zoning change for Grafstrom First Addition from agricultural to limited industrial, a zoning change for Eagle Valley Fifth Addition from commercial to residential, and conditional use permits for a telecommunications tower and for household living in a commercial district. The Broadway Commons Addition items have been continued to February 4, 2025.
- Grafstrom First Addition: zoning change from AG to LI and major subdivision at 5401/5617 19th Ave N and 2101 57th St N
- Eagle Valley Fifth Addition: zoning change from LC with C-O to SR-5 at 7475 24th St S
- Morton & Doty's Addition: CUP to reduce telecom tower setback and exceed height at 1417 University Dr S
- Osgood Townsite 15th Addition: CUP for household living in LC district at 5100 47th St S
- Prairie Farms Third Addition: minor subdivision replat at 5897, 5923, 5945 31st St S
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Commission Chambers
Mon Nov 25, 2024 · 4:00 PM
City Commission
City Commission to vote on 0.25% sales tax for public safety
The Fargo City Commission will consider a 0.25% sales tax to fund fire and police operations, equipment, and buildings. The meeting includes approval of contracts for water treatment, traffic signals, and uniforms, as well as public hearings on liquor licenses.
- Ordinance for 0.25% sales tax for fire and police operations
- Bid award to Parsons Electric for traffic signal bollard installation
- Bid award to CC Steel, LLC for Sanitary Lift Station No. 62
- Public hearing for liquor license transfer at 1340 21st Avenue South
- Grant award of $19,555.20 for hazardous materials emergency preparedness
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2785 — deny
3 nay · 2 yea
Denise Kolpack nay · Dave Piepkorn yea · John Strand nay · Michelle Turnberg yea · Timothy Mahoney nay
23-2794 — approve
3 yea · 2 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · John Strand yea · Michelle Turnberg nay · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-2757 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · John Strand nay · Michelle Turnberg yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
City Commission approves contracts, annexations, and rate adjustments
The Fargo City Commission will consider approving a series of contracts, including a $13.3 million paving bid and a $3.4 million construction award, along with annexations and rate adjustments for water and sewer utilities.
- Bid award to Border States Paving, Inc. for $13,300,910.09
- Bid award to Master Construction Co., Inc. for $3,403,624.90
- Annexation of a parcel in the West Half of Section 4
- Rezoning of Southwest Fargo Mission Second Addition
- Resolution authorizing rate adjustments for water, water reclamation, and storm water utilities
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (40 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2662 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2703 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2705 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2706 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2707 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2709 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2717 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2719 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2720 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2721 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2722 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2723 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2725 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2731 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2732 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2733 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2734 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2735 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2736 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2737 — approve
4 present · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn absent · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
Thu Nov 7, 2024 · 12:00 PM
Native American Commission
Native American Commission holds regular meeting with routine agenda items
The Fargo Native American Commission will meet to approve the agenda and the September 5, 2024 meeting minutes. The session includes a statement from the chair, public comment, a nominating committee for the January election, and reports from the Indigenous Association, subcommittees, and staff. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of agenda and September 5, 2024 minutes
- Public comment period
- Nominating committee for January election
- Indigenous Association report
- Subcommittee and staff reports
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Commission Chambers
Mon Oct 28, 2024 · 4:00 PM
City Commission
Fargo Commission to consider $15 million bond for water meter project
The City Commission will discuss a winter warming plan and hold public hearings on a 243-acre annexation and a zoning change in Southwest Fargo. The body is also reviewing various infrastructure contracts, property tax exemptions, and a large revenue bond for water metering.
- Resolution for $15,000,000 Sales Tax and Water Revenue Bond for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (Project No. WA2402)
- Bid award to Municipal Pipe Tool Company for $1,819,337.31 for Improvement District No. UR-24-F1
- Amendment No. 3 with Houston Engineering for $501,000.00 for Improvement District No. FP-19-A0
- Public hearing for annexation of approximately 243.16 acres in Cass County
- Public hearing for zoning change to MR-3 Multi-Dwelling Residential at 4475 40th Avenue South
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2676 — approve
3 yea · 2 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · John Strand yea · Michelle Turnberg nay · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 40 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Oct 14, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
City Commission to authorize up to $57 million in improvement bonds
The commission will consider a resolution to issue up to $57 million of City of Fargo Refunding Improvement Bonds, Series 2024H. It will also approve the second reading and waive further readings of ordinances rezoning parcels in The Pines at the District Second Addition and District Addition. Several contract awards and change orders will be authorized, including a $29,350.50 amendment with Houston Engineering for Project MS‑24‑A0, a $136,999 bid award to Master Construction Co. Inc. for Project UR‑24‑I1, and a $9,841,796.56 bid award to Dakota Underground Co. Inc. for Improvement District BN‑24‑B1. A public hearing will be held on a list of special assessment improvement districts.
- Rezoning certain parcels in The Pines (2nd reading, waive reading) – Ordinance
- Contract Amendment No. 1 with Houston Engineering – $29,350.50 for Project MS‑24‑A0
- Bid award to Dakota Underground Co. Inc. – $9,841,796.56 for Improvement District BN‑24‑B1
- Resolution authorizing issuance of up to $57 million City of Fargo Refunding Improvement Bonds, Series 2024H
- Public hearing on special assessment districts (e.g., BN‑22‑C, BR‑22‑A, PN‑22‑M, etc.)
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (41 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2606 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2607 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2608 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2617 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2620 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2622 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2623 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2624 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2625 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2626 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2627 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2629 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2630 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2631 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2632 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2633 — adopt
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · John Strand yea · Michelle Turnberg yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-2634 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2635 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2636 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2637 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · John Strand present · Michelle Turnberg present · Timothy Mahoney present
Tue Oct 1, 2024 · 3:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold hearings on several zoning and plat applications
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding zoning changes and subdivision plats for multiple properties. The body is also considering conditional use permits for wholesale and industrial service uses.
- Zoning change from Agricultural to Single-Dwelling Residential and Public/Institutional at 3040 and 3200 67th Avenue South
- Zoning change to Downtown Mixed-Use and a replat at 3rd Street North, 4th Street North, and 7th Avenue North
- Conditional Use Permit for wholesale sales at 902 40th Street South
- Zoning change from General Commercial to Multi-Dwelling Residential at 4475 40th Avenue South
- Continued hearings for Northdale First Addition and Austin's Subdivision moved to November 5, 2024
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Commission Chambers
Mon Sep 30, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
Commission to adopt the 2025 budget and tax levy proposals
The Fargo City Commission will consider a series of consent agenda items, including rezoning ordinances, contract approvals, and grant notices. A public hearing will be held on several zoning changes for The Pines at the District and on special assessment lists for sidewalk and utility projects. The commission will also vote on the preliminary budget as the final 2025 budget and approve associated tax levies.
- Second‑reading and waiver of reading for rezoning ordinances in Harwood’s 4th Addition and Legacy I Eighth Addition
- Contract and bond approvals for Improvement Districts BR-23-G3 and BN-23-E1 change order ($4,614.50)
- Purchase approval of Flock Safety technology for the Fargo Police Department (sole source)
- Public hearing on rezoning The Pines at the District (4400 56th Ave S and 5691 43rd St S)
- Recommendation to adopt the 2025 preliminary budget as the final budget with tax levy changes
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2558 — approve
3 yea · 2 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · John Strand yea · Michelle Turnberg nay · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-2585 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · John Strand yea · Michelle Turnberg yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 46 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Sep 16, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
Fargo City Commission to hold public hearing on 2025 preliminary budget
The City Commission will discuss the 2025 preliminary budget and recommended tax levies. The body is also considering several rezoning requests and approving construction contracts for Fire Station No. 5.
- Public hearing on 2025 Preliminary Budget and recommended tax levies
- Construction contracts for Fire Station No. 5 Renovation Project
- Zoning changes for Legacy I Eighth Addition (6155 24th Street South) and Harwood’s 4th Addition (806 7th Street North)
- Bid award of $195,525.00 to Northern Truck Equipment for a refuse truck
- Change Order No. 1 for $284,983.47 for Improvement District No. BN-23-F1
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2545 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · John Strand nay · Michelle Turnberg yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 28 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Sep 5, 2024 · 12:00 PM
Native American Commission
Commission will hear presentations and reports on Native American community matters
The Fargo Native American Commission will hold a meeting to consider public comments, a presentation by Essentia Health on community engagement, a SENDCAA land acknowledgement statement, updates on Savanna's Day, and reports from the Indigenous Association, subcommittees, and staff. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda consists of informational and discussion items.
- Presentation: Essentia Health Community Engagement
- SENDCAA Land Acknowledgement Statement
- Savanna's Day Update
- Indigenous Association Report
- Subcommittee Reports
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Commission Chambers
Tue Sep 3, 2024 · 4:00 PM
City Commission
City Commission to award $17.96 million contract to Dakota Underground Company
The Fargo City Commission will adopt several ordinances, including an amendment to the Electrical Code and a rezoning of a parcel in the Schatz Fifth Addition. It will also approve a $17,960,631.45 bid award to Dakota Underground Company for Improvement District BR-23-G3 and consider multiple contract extensions and easement agreements.
- Bid award of $17,960,631.45 to Dakota Underground Company for Improvement District BR-23-G3 (NDDOT Project No. TMA‑SU‑8‑984(169))
- 2nd reading and final adoption of an ordinance amending Section 23‑0211 of the Electrical Code
- Rezoning of a parcel in the Schatz Fifth Addition to the City of Fargo
- Creation of Improvement District UR‑24‑F for sanitary sewer lining
- Extension of several snow removal and plowing service agreements for the 2024/2025 season
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2509 — approve
3 yea · 2 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · John Strand yea · Michelle Turnberg nay · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 49 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Aug 5, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
City to vote on Fargodome sales tax and lodging tax ballot measures
The City Commission will consider placing two sales tax measures on the November ballot: one to fund Fargodome remodeling and another to increase the lodging tax by 3%. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning changes for the YWCA Addition and the Presentation Addition.
- Public hearing for YWCA Addition and Presentation Addition zoning changes
- Recommendation to approve Fargodome sales tax ballot measure
- Recommendation to approve 3% lodging tax increase ballot measure
- Bid award for two auto side load refuse trucks ($612,298)
- Change Order No. 4 for West Side Interceptor Project ($127,486)
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2410 — approve
3 yea · 2 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · John Strand nay · Michelle Turnberg yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 48 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jul 8, 2024 · 4:30 PM
City Commission
Fargo City Commission meets for oaths, rezoning, and public hearings
The City Commission will administer oaths of office to new commissioners and review several consent agenda items including land rezonings and bid awards. The regular meeting includes multiple public hearings regarding property developments and street right-of-way vacations.
- Oaths of Office for Commissioners John Strand and Michelle Turnberg
- Bid award to Asphalt Surface Tech Corp for $538,918.12 (Project No. PR-24-F2)
- Bid award to Sanitation Products Inc. for $357,585.00 (RFP24242)
- Bid award to Poynette Iron Works for $362,390.00
- Public hearing regarding a dangerous building at 1011 University Drive North
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2299 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · John Strand yea · Michelle Turnberg yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 41 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jul 2, 2024 · 3:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews several subdivision plats and zoning changes
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on multiple minor subdivision applications and zoning changes across Fargo. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Growth Plan 2024.
- Plat of Prairie Farms Third Addition at 5897, 5923, and 5945 31st Street South
- Plat of University South Fifth Addition at 2253 and 2285 University Drive South
- Plat of EOLA Third Addition at 4410 and 4448 24th Avenue South and 4417 26th Avenue South
- Zoning change to Public/Institutional for YWCA Addition and Presentation Addition
- Institutional Master Plan for YWCA Addition and Presentation Addition
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2269 — approve
8 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Amy Hass yea · Tyler Mohs yea · Paul Gleye nay · Joseph Cecil absent
23-2274 — approve
8 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz nay · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Amy Hass yea · Tyler Mohs yea · Paul Gleye yea · Joseph Cecil absent
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jun 24, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
City Commission discusses zoning changes, dangerous buildings, and transit studies
The City Commission will consider several public hearings regarding rezoning for Selkirk Place Second Addition and Rocking Horse Farms Seventh Addition. The agenda also includes hearings on dangerous buildings and a presentation on homeless camps in the city.
- Bid award to CC Steel, LLC for $5,660,000.00 (Project No. WA2451)
- Task Order No. 23 with Apex Engineering Group for $715,250.00
- Bid award to Master Construction Co Inc. for $120,032.00
- Public hearing on a dangerous building at 1011 University Drive North
- Rezoning of Selkirk Place Second Addition and Rocking Horse Farms Seventh Addition
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2250 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-2252 — approve
13 yea · 2 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea · Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea · Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand nay · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 47 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jun 10, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
Fargo City Commission discusses public health, speed limits, and encampment policies
The Commission will consider appointing Jennifer Faul as Director of Fargo Cass Public Health and reviewing a speed limit reduction on 52nd Avenue South. The agenda also includes several public hearings regarding property tax exemptions and community development grants.
- Bid award to Key Contracting, Inc. for $44,500.00
- Amendment to Houston Engineering Inc. for $86,000.00
- Amendment to KLJ Engineering LLC for $16,840.00
- Amendment to Apex Engineering Group, Inc. for $48,885.00
- Budget adjustment of $80,325.00 for a truck and equipment purchase
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2188 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-2194 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack nay · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 45 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 3:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews multiple subdivision, zoning, and plat applications
The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on several land use applications including subdivisions, zoning changes, and planned unit developments. The agenda also includes a review of the proposed Renewal Plan 2024-01 and updates to internal procedures.
- Urban Plains by Brandt Eighth Addition plat at 2975 Seter Parkway South
- Schatz Fifth Addition PUD, zoning change, and plat at 5671 34th Avenue South
- Selkirk Place Second Addition zoning change and major subdivision at 6655 Selkirk Drive South
- Edgewood Estates Third Addition minor subdivision at 3619 Parker Place North
- The Pines at the District Seventh Addition zoning change and plat at 5461 38th Street South
zoningsubdivisionland-usedevelopmentfargo
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2137 — approve
10 yea
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea · Joseph Cecil yea
23-2138 — approve
10 yea
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea · Joseph Cecil yea
23-2139 — approve
10 yea
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea · Joseph Cecil yea
23-2140 — approve
10 yea
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea · Joseph Cecil yea
23-2141 — approve
10 yea
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea · Joseph Cecil yea
23-2142 — approve
10 yea
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea · Joseph Cecil yea
23-2143 — approve
10 yea
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea · Joseph Cecil yea
23-2144 — approve
10 yea
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea · Joseph Cecil yea
23-2145 — approve
10 yea
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea · Joseph Cecil yea
23-2146 — approve
10 yea
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea · Joseph Cecil yea
Tue May 28, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
Fargo City Commission considers construction bids and municipal code amendments
The City Commission will review several ordinance amendments regarding police oversight, city employee provisions, and alcoholic beverage regulations. The agenda also includes multiple bid awards for various improvement districts and public hearings for new business licenses.
- Bid award to Reede Construction, Inc. for $10,696,257.57 (Improvement District No. PR-24-A1)
- Bid award to Master Construction Company, Inc. for $187,545.00 (Improvement District No. AN-24-A1)
- Bid award to Dirt Dynamics for $3,256,380.61 (Improvement District No. BN-23-G1)
- Bid award to Border States Paving, Inc. for $65,887.80 (Project No. UR-24-G1)
- Public hearing for Kpot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot alcoholic beverage license at 4410 17th Avenue South
zoningpublic-safetyconstructionliquor-licensinggovernment-policy
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2130 — adopt
3 yea · 2 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston nay · John Strand nay · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 49 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon May 13, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
Fargo City Commission to consider $10 million underground construction bid award
The Fargo City Commission will review several ordinance amendments and property rezonings. The meeting includes public hearings regarding MATBUS service changes and federal transportation grants. The commission will also consider various infrastructure contracts and budget adjustments for city services.
- Bid award to Dakota Underground Company, Inc. for $10,156,047.56
- Public hearing on permanent route and service changes for MATBUS
- Final adoption of ordinance rezoning parcels in Erskine’s Addition
- Budget adjustment of $159,300 for a portable basketball floor at the Fargodome
- Bid award to FM Asphalt LLC for $1,568,148.00
zoningtransportationbudgetinfrastructurepublic-hearing
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (41 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2027 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2028 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2029 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2038 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2041 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2042 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2043 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2044 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2045 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2047 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2048 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2049 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2050 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2052 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2053 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2057 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2058 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2059 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2060 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-2061 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
Tue May 7, 2024 · 3:00 PM
Planning Commission
Zoning change and subdivision plat for Rocking Horse Farm Seventh Addition
The Fargo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Rocking Horse Farm Seventh Addition at 5155 59th Street South. The commission will consider applications for a zoning change from Agricultural to Limited Commercial with a Conditional Overlay and a minor subdivision plat.
- Zoning change request for Rocking Horse Farm Seventh Addition (AG to LC with C-O)
- Plat of Rocking Horse Farm Seventh Addition (Minor Subdivision)
zoningsubdivisionpublic hearingland use
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-2035 — approve
8 yea · 1 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt absent · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea
Thu May 2, 2024 · 12:00 PM
Native American Commission
Native American Commission meeting scheduled for May 2, 2024
The commission will conduct its regular business including the approval of March 7, 2024 minutes. The agenda includes reports from the Indigenous Association, various subcommittees, and city staff.
- Approval of March 7, 2024 Minutes
- Indigenous Association Report
- Subcommittee Reports
- Staff Reports
government-procedurefargo
Commission Chambers
Mon Apr 29, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
Fargo City Commission discusses zoning, housing, and infrastructure projects
The City Commission will consider several public hearings regarding alcoholic beverage licenses, rezoning for Erskine's Addition, and a tax exemption for senior housing. The agenda also includes updates on the NP Parking Garage project and the Overnight Winter Weather Initiative.
- Bid award to Border States Paving, Inc. for $2,913,976.48 (Improvement District No. PR-24-G1)
- Bid award to Master Construction Co., Inc. for $1,871,362.80 (Improvement District No. BR-24-F1)
- Bid award to Park Construction Company for $3,720,432.80 (Project No. WW1707)
- Change Order No. 3 for Improvement District No. BN-23-C1 in the amount of $115,097.57
- Public hearing for Class 'C' Alcoholic Beverage License at 623 NP Avenue
zoninghousinginfrastructureliquor_licensespublic_hearings
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (43 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1982 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1983 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1984 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1985 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1986 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1990 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1991 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1992 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1993 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1994 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1995 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1996 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1997 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1998 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-2000 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-2001 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-2002 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-2003 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-2004 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-2006 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
Mon Apr 15, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
City Commission discusses demographic trends and TIF policy updates
The City Commission will review governance policies, a presentation on neighborhood demographics, and updates regarding the Riverfront Renewal Plan. The meeting also includes several consent agenda items involving land rezoning, contract awards, and site authorizations for games of chance.
- Bid award to Border States Paving, Inc. for $638,811.80
- Bid award to Master Construction Company, Inc. for $1,253,194.00
- Resolution for the issuance and sale of $25,705,000.00 in bonds
- Sponsorship of 2024 Juneteenth event up to $15,000.00
- Change order for Project No. ER-23-A1 in the amount of $38,420.00
zoningbudgetpublic safetyhousinggovernment
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1939 — approve
9 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack nay · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea · Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 43 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Apr 2, 2024 · 3:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission discusses multiple zoning changes and plats
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications, including zoning changes, subdivision plats, and conditional use permits. Some items from previous meetings are continuing, while one application has been withdrawn.
- Zoning change for Covey Ranch Third Addition at 6455 43rd Street South, 6688 45th Street South, and 3800/3900 64th Avenue South
- Plat of Urban Plains by Brandt Eighth Addition at 2975 Seter Parkway South
- Plat of Laverne’s Fifth Addition at 3034, 3088, and 3120 43rd Street North
- Conditional Use Permit for residential living at 1919 University Drive North
- Zoning change to Public and Institutional at 1002 and 1008 10th Street South
zoningsubdivisionland-useresidentialcommercial
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1928 — approve
8 yea · 1 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz absent · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1931 — approve
8 yea · 1 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz absent · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1932 — approve
8 yea · 1 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz absent · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1933 — approve
8 yea · 1 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz absent · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1935 — approve
8 yea · 1 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz absent · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1936 — approve
8 yea · 1 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz absent · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea
Mon Apr 1, 2024 · 4:00 PM
City Commission
Public hearing for residential apartments and Montessori school tax exemption
The City Commission will consider a tax exemption request for a development at University Drive North. The agenda also includes discussions on water meter technology and reviews of several city contracts. An executive session is scheduled to discuss legal matters regarding 501 Main Avenue.
- Public hearing for a PILOT application at 301/315 University Drive North
- Bid award to Northern Improvement Co. in the amount of $2,550,072.20
- Bid award to Northstar Safety, Inc. in the amount of $1,065,407.35
- Discussion on selecting a new water metering system (AMI)
- Rezoning of land in Golden Valley Fourth Addition
zoningdevelopmentwatercontractspublic-hearing
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1891 — deny
2 nay · 2 yea · 1 absent
Denise Kolpack nay · Dave Piepkorn absent · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney nay
The other 37 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Mar 18, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
Fargo City Commission discusses infrastructure, zoning, and public safety reports
The City Commission will consider various municipal items including construction bids, liquor license penalties, and several improvement districts. Public hearings are scheduled regarding major subdivisions and a tax exemption request for a distribution center.
- Bid award to Northern Improvement Co. for $2,430,023.07 (Improvement District No. BN-23-J1)
- Bid award to Roers Construction Company, LLC for $460,483.45 (Project No. SR-24-A1)
- Liquor license penalties of $500.00 each for Royal Liquors and Pho D'licious
- Public hearing for Interstate Business District Addition rezoning and growth plan amendment
- PILOT tax exemption application from Border States Industries for a distribution center
zoningpublic-safetyinfrastructureliquor-controltaxationconstruction
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1874 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand nay · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1871 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand nay · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 49 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Mar 7, 2024 · 12:00 PM
Native American Commission
Native American Commission meeting scheduled for March 7, 2024
The commission will meet to approve previous minutes and hear various reports. The agenda includes updates from the Indigenous Association, subcommittees, and staff.
- Approval of January 4, 2024 Minutes
- Indigenous Association Report
- Subcommittee Reports
- Staff Reports
government-procedurefargo
Commission Chambers
Tue Mar 5, 2024 · 3:00 PM
Planning Commission
Fargo Planning Commission reviews several subdivision plats and zoning changes
The Fargo Planning Commission held public hearings regarding various subdivision plats and zoning changes. Certain applications, including Covey Ranch Third Addition, were continued to April 2, 2024. The commission also reviewed requests for the NDSU Research and Technology Park and Golden Valley Fourth Addition.
- Zoning change for Golden Valley Fourth Addition on 28th Street South
- Plat application for Alex’s First Addition at 5080 38th Street South
- Plat application for The Pines at the District Sixth Addition at 5461 38th Street South
- Plat application for NDSU Research and Technology Park Third Addition
- Continuation of Covey Ranch Third Addition to April 2, 2024
zoningsubdivisiondevelopmenthousingplanning
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1816 — approve
7 yea · 2 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg absent · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa absent · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1817 — approve
7 yea · 2 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg absent · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa absent · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1818 — approve
7 yea · 2 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg absent · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa absent · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1819 — approve
7 yea · 2 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg absent · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa absent · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1815 — approve
7 yea · 2 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg absent · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa absent · Rocky Schneider yea
Mon Mar 4, 2024 · 4:00 PM
City Commission
Fargo City Commission discusses construction bids, ordinances, and public hearings
The City Commission will review several consent agenda items including bid awards for various construction projects and ordinance adoptions. The regular meeting includes public hearings regarding commercial property rehabilitation, sewer repair assessments, and affordable housing tax exemptions.
- Bid award to Key Contracting, Inc. for $4,902,904.00 (Project No. NR-24-B1)
- Bid award to Key Contracting, Inc. for $8,672,957.00 (Project No. NR-24-A1)
- Bid award to Industrial Builders, Inc. for $2,549,697.75 (Project No. FM-24-A1)
- Bid award to Asphalt Preservation Company, Inc. for $1,617,606.87 (Improvement District No. PR-24-E1)
- Public hearing for affordable housing PILOT applications at 101 2nd Street South
constructionzoningpublic-hearingsbudgethousinggovernment
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1812 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 41 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
Fargo City Commission discusses tax exemptions, zoning changes, and fire department grants
The City Commission will consider several property tax exemption applications and zoning changes for residential and commercial properties. The meeting also includes discussions on various municipal agreements, infrastructure projects, and grant applications for the Fire Department.
- Property tax exemption hearings for 1300 and 1358 39th Street North and 2222 7th Avenue North
- Zoning change and platting for Rheault Second Addition at 2318, 2322, 2408 and 2424 30th Avenue South
- Purchase of forty sets of structural firefighter turnout gear for $151,960.00
- Fire Department grant application for $578,448.00 for vehicle exhaust systems and gear washers
- Task order for Stantec for general engineering services at the landfill up to $212,900.00
zoningtaxationpublic-safetyinfrastructuregovernment-agreements
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (43 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1700 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1714 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1724 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1729 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1735 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1736 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1737 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1738 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1739 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1740 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1741 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1745 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1747 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1748 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1749 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1750 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1751 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1752 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1753 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
23-1754 — approve
5 present
Denise Kolpack present · Dave Piepkorn present · Arlette Preston present · John Strand present · Timothy Mahoney present
Tue Feb 6, 2024 · 3:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission discusses industrial, commercial, and residential land changes
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several zoning changes and subdivision plats across Fargo. These items include industrial additions on 57th Street North and business district amendments near 45th Street North. Additionally, the commission will consider residential platting and a large annexation of approximately 54.71 acres.
- Zoning change and plat for North Pointe Industrial Addition at 1900, 2000, and 2220 57th Street North
- Growth plan amendment and zoning change for Interstate Business District Addition at 4753 45th Street North and 4269 40th Avenue North
- Covey Ranch Third Addition zoning and plat (continued to March 5, 2024)
- Zoning change and plat for Brekke’s Addition at 213 24th Street South and 2401 3rd Avenue South
- Annexation of approximately 54.71 acres in Township 140 North, Range 49 West
zoningsubdivisionindustrialresidentialannexationland-use
Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1715 — approve
7 yea · 2 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan absent · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa absent · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1716 — approve
7 yea · 2 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan absent · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa absent · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1718 — approve
7 yea · 2 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan absent · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa absent · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1720 — approve
7 yea · 2 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan absent · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa absent · Rocky Schneider yea
23-1721 — approve
7 yea · 2 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt yea · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan absent · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa absent · Rocky Schneider yea
Mon Feb 5, 2024 · 4:30 PM
City Commission
Public hearings on 46th Avenue Industrial Park annexation and rezoning
The City Commission will hold public hearings regarding the annexation of 14.20 acres for the 46th Avenue Industrial Park. The agenda also includes reviewing 2023 year-end fund projections and approving several property tax exemptions.
- Annexation of 14.20 acres for 46th Avenue Industrial Park
- Rezoning 3365 52nd Avenue North from Agricultural to Limited Industrial
- Ordinance amending the International Property Maintenance Code
- Gaming site authorization for West Fargo Baseball, Inc. at Puerto Vallarta Bar and Grill
- Property tax exemption applications for various building improvements
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted (21 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1690 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1691 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1693 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1694 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1697 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1699 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1707 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1689 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1698 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1702 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1704 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1709 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1692 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1695 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1696 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1701 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1705 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1706 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1708 — approve
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1710 — receive and file
5 yea
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
Mon Jan 22, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
The Fargo City Commission will vote on rezonings, sidewalk waivers, and liquor licenses.
The Fargo City Commission will vote on a consent agenda that includes final adoption of zoning ordinances for Pracs Second Addition and Gamma Fargo Addition, plat approvals for two subdivisions, and several improvement district contracts. Commissioners will also hold public hearings on a sidewalk installation waiver in Woodcrest Third Addition, three alcoholic beverage license applications, and a property tax exemption request from John Deere Electronic Solutions at 4101 19th Avenue North. Additional items include accepting state grants of $21,960.00 and $61,924.74 for law enforcement programs and approving a fixed-route transit software contract.
- Final adoption of zoning ordinances for Pracs Second Addition and Gamma Fargo Addition
- Public hearing on a property tax exemption request from John Deere Electronic Solutions at 4101 19th Avenue North
- Approval recommended for three Class “FA” and “GH” alcoholic beverage licenses, including locations at 1414 12th Avenue North and 612 23rd Street South
- Contract award to Strata Corporation for $257,758.50 for Improvement District No. TN-23-A2
- Public hearing on a waiver request to skip public sidewalk installation at 155, 161, and 167 South Woodcrest Drive North
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1683 — deny
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 35 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jan 8, 2024 · 5:00 PM
City Commission
Fargo Commission to award $1,159,700.00 contract for South Side Fuel Station
The Fargo City Commission will consider several public hearings regarding subdivision plats and rezoning requests. The agenda also includes recommendations for the 2024 Capital Improvement Plan and regional housing strategies. Additionally, the commission will review various tax abatement applications and ordinance repeals.
- $1,159,700.00 bid award to Gast Construction Company for South Side Fuel Station
- Rezoning and Planned Unit Development requests for Gamma Fargo Addition and Pracs Second Addition
- Repeal of ordinances relating to panhandling and persons using streets not to be molested
- Approval of the 2024 Capital Improvement Plan and Infrastructure Funding Policy revisions
- Tax abatement applications for property at 2822 8th Street North
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1633 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1637 — approve
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn yea · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand nay · Timothy Mahoney yea
23-1639 — receive and file
4 yea · 1 nay
Denise Kolpack yea · Dave Piepkorn nay · Arlette Preston yea · John Strand yea · Timothy Mahoney yea
The other 24 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jan 4, 2024 · 12:00 PM
Native American Commission
Native American Commission meets January 4, 2024
The commission will conduct regular business including introductions and reports. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from September 7, 2023, and November 2, 2023.
- Approval of September 7, 2023 Minutes
- Approval of November 2, 2023 Minutes
- Indigenous Association Report
- Subcommittee Reports
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Commission Chambers
Tue Jan 2, 2024 · 3:00 PM
Planning Commission
Fargo planners review zoning changes, subdivision plats, and regional housing studies
The Fargo Planning Commission is holding public hearings on multiple property rezonings and minor subdivision plats across the city. Staff are also presenting recommendations for approval on the FM Regional Housing Study, a Downtown InFocus initiative, and a review of the 25th Street Corridor Study. These reviews determine how specific parcels can be used and affect local development patterns and neighborhood infrastructure. Final decisions will follow public comment and commission deliberation.
- Public hearing on a conditional use permit for group living at 2401 South Flickertail Drive South in the SR-2 zoning district
- Hearing on a minor subdivision plat for Crossroads Corporate Center Second Addition near 4130 and 4180 Crossroads Drive South
- Hearings on a zoning change from LC to GC with a PUD overlay, plus a master land use plan for Gamma Fargo Addition at Amber Valley Parkway South and 23rd Avenue South
- Hearing on a minor subdivision plat for Rheault Second Addition at 30th Avenue South, proposing changes from GO to LC/MR-3 zoning
- Review of recommendations for the FM Regional Housing Study and Downtown InFocus Take Action initiative
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Commission Chambers
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
23-1608 — approve
5 yea · 3 nay · 1 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt absent · Scott Stofferahn nay · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg yea · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey yea · Maranda Tasa nay · Rocky Schneider nay
23-1610 — deny
6 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
John Gunkelman yea · Thomas Schmidt absent · Scott Stofferahn yea · Dawn Morgan yea · Art Rosenberg nay · Jennifer Holtz yea · Brett Shewey nay · Maranda Tasa yea · Rocky Schneider yea
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.