Mandan, North Dakota
Upcoming
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several construction and infrastructure items including a wastewater treatment facility and a landfill cell excavation project. The meeting also includes a second consideration for a zone change regarding the School District 8th Addition.
- Bids for South Side Reservoir Coating project
- Change orders 1 & 2 for the 1st Street Reconstruction Project, Street Improvement District 236
- Engineering Service Agreement with AE2S for Wastewater Treatment Facility design
- Authorization to advertise for bids for Landfill Cell Excavation Project
- Second consideration of Ordinance 1485 regarding a zone change for School District 8th Addition
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City Commission
The Safety and Wellness Committee will review safety audit recommendations, including developing citywide safety policies, strengthening new employee training, and requiring each department to identify its top three workplace hazards. A draft Safety Policy Guide will be discussed. The committee also received a budget update showing $915.85 remaining after purchases of ice cleats ($213.80) and door stoppers ($70.35).
- Review of safety audit recommendations: develop citywide policies, strengthen new employee training, identify top three hazards per department
- Draft Safety Policy Guide to be discussed
- Q2 hazard inspections are late; due July 22
- Budget update: $915.85 remaining (down from $986.20) after ice cleats ($213.80) and door stoppers ($70.35)
- Wellness screening through NDPHIT and Phase 4 Ergonomic Grant
Architectural Review Commission
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Library Board of Trustees
Planning & Zoning Commission
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Community Beautification Committee
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Community Beautification Committee
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Recent meetings
General
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The City Commission will meet to discuss Commissioner portfolio assignments and a gaming site authorization. The meeting includes a review of future meeting dates for the Board of City Commissioners.
- Gaming site authorization for Mandan Fastpitch Association at Powerhouse/501 Bar & Grill (July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027)
- Suggested Commissioner portfolio assignments
Special Assessment Commission
The Special Assessment Commission will gather information and provide input on proposed special assessments for five improvement districts scheduled for 2026. The meeting includes a tour of the proposed districts and consideration of minutes and a commission appointment.
- Street Improvement District #237 (Rock Prairie) – new asphalt, storm sewer, curb & gutter, and sidewalk on Corvette Street, Corvette Circle, Stonebridge Lane NW, and Blackstone Avenue NW.
- Water & Sewer Improvement District #65 (Monte Dr.) – replacement of cast iron water mains, sanitary sewer repairs, and mill/overlay on roadway north of Division Street.
- Street Improvement District #241 (Project 3A) – preventative maintenance and reconstruction near Red Trail Elementary, including fog seal, chip seal, and full-depth reconstruction.
- Street Improvement District #240 (Shores At Lakewood Phase 2 Street) – new asphalt streets, curb and gutter, lighting, and chip seal south of Mckenzie Drive.
- Street Improvement District #33 (Shores At Lakewood Phase 2 Storm Sewer) – construction of storm sewer for the same subdivision.
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Architectural Review Commission
Library Board of Trustees
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees will review financial reports and consider several budget adjustments. The board will also discuss the 2027 preliminary budget and various project updates. Decisions are pending on a new Communication Coordinator position and a contract with ICON Architectural Group.
- Budget increase of $2,500 for Passport Services and $1,200 for Building Repair & Maintenance
- Proposed $5,000 transfer from Bookmobile Reserve to Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance
- Consideration of a contract with ICON Architectural Group
- Proposed creation of a Communication Coordinator position
- Discussion of the 2027 Preliminary Budget
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees approved a $1,500 transfer from program donation revenue to the Summer Reading Program. The board also approved monthly bills and, by consensus, agreed to use T-Mobile Hometown Grant funds for branch library furniture. Discussion included 2027 budget planning and soliciting additional bids for rooftop unit repairs.
- Approved agenda with addition of Opening the Book discussion
- Approved minutes of April 27, 2026
- Approved monthly bills (unanimous roll-call)
- Approved $1,500 transfer to Summer Reading Program from donation revenue (roll-call vote)
- Agreed by consensus to use T-Mobile Hometown Grant funds for branch library furniture
- Decided to solicit one or two more bids for rooftop unit repairs
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider final plat applications for School District 8th Addition and Lakewood Commercial Park 7th Addition. The meeting also includes a discussion on Zoning Code Updates.
- Final plat for School District 8th Addition
- Final plat for Lakewood Commercial Park 7th Addition
- Special use permit amendment for Lakewood Commercial Park 7th Addition
- Zoning Code Updates
City Commission
The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary plat for Keidels South Heart Terrace 5th Addition. The body will also review a salary study report and an emergency water main replacement at 14th St NE and Collins Avenue.
- Public hearing for Keidels South Heart Terrace 5th Addition preliminary plat
- Emergency water main replacement at 14th St NE & Collins Avenue
- Second consideration of Ordinance 1487 regarding traffic penalties
- Memorial Highway change orders 39 and 40
- Liquor license applications for 726 Services, LLC and Lakewood Bar & Grill
General
The committee will review the fund status and prior minutes from April 30, 2026. Members will enter an executive session to consider applicants, including Dakota Drive LLC of Bismarck.
- Consideration of Dakota Drive LLC (Bismarck)
- Fund status update
- Review and action on April 30, 2026 minutes
City Commission
The Safety and Wellness Committee will discuss firework safety, review goals and loss/run reports, and consider new business including a drug and alcohol policy review and wellness screening. Other agenda items include a Phase 4 Ergonomic Grant, a July walking challenge, and a budget idea for active shooter door blockage. The committee will also review a budget update with a $213.80 ice cleats purchase from a total 2026 budget of $986.20.
- Drug and Alcohol Policy – Review
- Wellness Screening – NDPHIT
- Phase 4 Ergonomic Grant
- Budget Idea: Active Shooter – Door Blockage
- Ice Cleats Purchase ($213.80)
Community Beautification Committee
City Commission
The CenCom Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting with a single substantive item: discussion of the 2027 budget. Public comment is restricted to agenda items.
- Discussion of Budget 2027
Architectural Review Commission
The Mandan Architectural Review Commission will meet to consider two proposals: a painting project at 1000 Old Red Trail NW and a new building for Red Top Towing at 4080 Sunny Place S. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and other routine business.
- Proposal for painting project at 1000 Old Red Trail NW
- Proposal for Red Top Towing Building at 4080 Sunny Place S
- Approval of May 26th meeting minutes
Airport Authority
The Board will consider a biannual rental and land lease increase of up to 10% starting in January 2028. Members will also review the 2027 budget scheduled for presentation to the City Commission in August 2026.
- Biannual rental and land lease increase of up to 10% starting January 2028
- Approval of Airport 2027 Budget
- Wetland Modification Phase 1 Project update
- Asphalt Rehabilitation Project update
- Fuel System Upgrade update
City Commission
The Mandan City Commission will consider second reading of Ordinance 1485, a zone change for School District 8th Addition, along with first reading of two other ordinances. They will also decide on special use permits for two properties, a memorandum of understanding between BSC Campus Police and Mandan Police, and approve bids for the Master Lift Station Improvement project.
- Second consideration of Ordinance 1485, zone change for School District 8th Addition
- Special use permit for 2264 Sunny Road S (Lot 1, Block 1, Vic Fleck Subdivision)
- Special use permit for 210 5th Avenue NW (Lot 12, Block 18, Mandan Proper)
- Consider plans and advertisement for bids for Master Lift Station Interm Improvement project, Project 2026-20
- Task Order with AE2S for Raw Water Intake Study
General
The North Dakota Opportunity Fund Loan Committee will meet to provide a fund status update and review loan applications. The committee will discuss and act upon specific applicant requests during an executive session.
- Consideration of JAB Investments, LLC (Bismarck)
- Consideration of Master of None LLC (Williston)
- Consideration of Mystic LLC (Bismarck)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Mandan Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two special use permits and a tabled preliminary plat and zone change. The special use permits are for properties at 2264 Sunny Road S and 210 5th Avenue NW. The tabled item is Keidels South Heart Terrace 5th Addition, carried over from the April 27 meeting.
- Special use permit for Lot 1, Block 1, Vic Fleck Subdivision (2264 Sunny Road S)
- Special use permit for Lot 12, Block 18, Mandan Proper (210 5th Avenue NW)
- Preliminary plat and zone change for Keidels South Heart Terrace 5th Addition (tabled from April 27)
General
A possible quorum of Mandan City Commissioners and Planning & Zoning Commissioners will meet to review updates and final comments on the Mandan Zoning Code revisions.
- Review of Mandan Zoning Code revisions
General
The Mandan Architectural Review Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a painting project at 100 W Main St. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and other routine business.
- Proposal of painting project at 100 W Main St
City Commission
The Mandan City Commission will hold a public hearing on two preliminary plats and consider a striping project bid. The body will also approve gaming site authorizations, liquor license applications, and a retirement plan amendment.
- Public hearing for Lakewood Commercial Park 7th Addition plat
- Public hearing for School District 8th Addition plat and zone change
- Consider bids for the 2026 Striping Project 2026-21
- Approval of gaming site authorizations for July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027
- Approval of new and renewal liquor license applications effective July 1, 2026
The Commission approved a preliminary plat and zone change for School District 8th Addition, contingent on including a roundabout. Bids for the 2026 Striping Project were rejected and readvertising authorized with an extended timeline (4-1). A first reading of an alarm system ordinance was approved. The consent agenda included various gaming site authorizations, liquor license renewals, and other administrative items.
- Approved preliminary plat and zone change for School District 8th Addition, contingent on roundabout (5-0)
- Rejected bids for 2026 Striping Project and authorized readvertising with extended timeline (4-1)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1486 amending alarm system regulations (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including gaming site authorizations, liquor licenses, appointment of Jillian Lagasse to Dakota Media Access Board, minor plat for Bryan Subdivision, monthly bills, RBS grant, retirement plan amendments, and event grants (5-0)
- Approved preliminary plat for Lakewood Commercial Park 7th Addition (5-0)
- Approved minutes of May 5, 2026 meeting (5-0)
Library Board of Trustees
The board will review the financial report, approve monthly bills, and consider a $1,500 expenditure amendment for the Summer Reading Program funded by donation revenue. They will also receive updates on the T-Mobile Hometown Grant for a satellite library, the Tourism Makerspace Committee, and 2027 budget planning.
- Consider approval of $1,500 increase expenditure amendment for Summer Reading Program from BNC National Bank donation revenue
- T-Mobile Hometown Grant Initiative update for Satellite Library
- Building updates: door system and estimates for rooftop unit repair and window cleaning
- Professional Development Day for staff on May 22
- Summer Reading Kick-Off on Thursday, June 4 from 4:30–6:30
The Mandan Library Board of Trustees selected ICON Architectural Group to design the Tourism Makerspace project and authorized staff to enter negotiations. The board also approved budget amendments creating a satellite library grant account, funded by MDU Foundation and T-Mobile Hometown grants totaling $52,800. Monthly bills were approved unanimously. The board also received an informational presentation from the Fire Department on its strategic plan and funding needs.
- Approved monthly bills (unanimous roll-call)
- Approved budget amendments creating satellite library grant account with $52,800 from MDU Foundation and T-Mobile Hometown grants (unanimous)
- Selected ICON Architectural Group for Tourism Makerspace project (unanimous)
- Authorized staff to enter negotiations with ICON Architectural Group (unanimous)
City Commission
The committee will review minutes from April 9 and discuss the monthly topic of Food Health. New business includes a walking challenge and a budget idea to purchase active shooter door blockage equipment, with examples from Amazon and a 'Bolo Stick'. The 2026 budget stands at $986.20, with $213.80 allocated for ice cleats.
- Budget idea for active shooter door blockage equipment (Amazon examples, Bolo Stick)
- Phase 4 Ergonomic Grant – ergonomic mat purchase via Amazon
- Q1 Hazards Review
- Ice Cleats Purchase ($213.80) from 2026 budget
- Walking Challenge
Architectural Review Commission
The Mandan Architectural Review Commission will consider two proposals at this meeting: a self-storage facility at 4215 Old Red Trail NW and a revisited proposal from Centre Inc at 100 6th Ave SE. The commission may vote on design or compliance with architectural standards.
- Proposal for self-storage facility at 4215 Old Red Trail NW
- Revisit Centre Inc proposal at 100 6th Ave SE
- Approval of April 28 meeting minutes
Architectural Review Commission
City Commission
The City Commission will consider several items including gaming site authorizations, liquor license applications, and a setback variance. The body will also discuss selecting a consultant for the Waste Water Treatment Plant Project.
- Setback variance for Lot 6, Block 1, Nicola 2nd Addition
- Final plat for Eighteen Eighty Four Addition
- Gaming site authorizations for New Salem Civic Club and Mandan Baseball Club, Inc. locations
- Liquor license applications for Melissa and Brady Wolf and Silver Dollar Bar
- Negotiations with ICON Architectural Group for Morton Mandan Public Library's Tourism Makerspace Hub
The Mandan City Commission approved a setback variance for Lot 6, Nicola 2nd Addition, and a final plat for Eighteen Eighty Four Addition. The commission also selected AE2S as the design consultant for the Waste Water Treatment Plant project and authorized contract negotiations. The consent agenda, including abatements, a capital assets policy revision, gaming site authorizations, liquor licenses, a special event permit, and negotiations for library design services, was approved unanimously.
- Approved April 21, 2026 commission minutes (5-0)
- Approved April 29, 2026 quorum minutes (5-0)
- Approved setback variance for Lot 6, Block 1, Nicola 2nd Addition from 15' to 12' front yard (5-0)
- Approved final plat for Eighteen Eighty Four Addition (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda with abatements, policy revision, gaming site authorizations, liquor licenses, special event permit, library design negotiations, and assessments (5-0)
- Selected AE2S as design consultant for Waste Water Treatment Plant project and authorized contract negotiations (5-0)
General
City Commission
The Mandan City Commission is holding its regular meeting on May 5, 2026. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (roll call, public comment, consent agenda, etc.) with no specific proposals, contracts, or public hearings listed. This is a preliminary agenda with no substantive items detailed.
Airport Authority
The Mandan Airport Authority will hold a special meeting on May 4, 2026, to consider awarding a bid for the Mill and Overlay 2026 Project to Strata corp. No other items are on the agenda. The meeting does not include a public comment period.
- Request to award bid for Mill and Overlay 2026 Project to Strata corp (dollar amount not specified in agenda)
The board approved a bid from Strata Corp for the 2026 Pavement Asphalt Rehabilitation project, conditional on receipt of state and FAA funding. The bid came in $400,000 under the engineer's estimate. A summer groundskeeping helper was also introduced.
- Awarded 2026 Pavement Asphalt Rehabilitation project to Strata Corp, subject to state and FAA funding (unanimous)
General
The meeting consisted of a demonstration by Motorola Solutions and BRINC regarding the use of drones as first responders. No substantive legislative or financial decisions were recorded.
Architectural Review Commission
General
The Mandan Weed Board will hold a regular meeting to review Chapter 26 Article 5 on noxious weeds and tall grass, discuss weed complaints, city problem areas, potential grants, and training on noxious weeds. No final decisions or specific actions are listed beyond discussion.
- Review of Chapter 26 Article 5: Noxious Weeds and Tall Grass
- Discussion of grants for weed control
- Noxious weeds training session
- Weed complaints review
- City problem areas discussion
Library Board of Trustees
The Board will consider approving an architectural firm and authorizing negotiations for the Tourism Makerspace Project. Members will also review budget amendments for grant funds and discuss the Library Discovery Apprenticeship Program.
- Approval of architectural firm from candidates: Bartlett & West, Helsem Architects, Icon Architectural Group, and JLG Architects
- Budget amendment to add $55,300 in revenue from MDU Foundation and T-Mobile Hometown grants
- Budget amendment to create a Satellite Library Grant Account with $52,800 in expenditures
- Planning for the Library Discovery Apprenticeship Program
- Updates on rooftop heating and cooling units
The Board approved the transfer of 2025 expenditure budget balances to the 2026 budget and authorized $2,500 for a book drop replacement. Monthly bills were approved, and the board discussed a potential apprenticeship program and road improvement equipment staging.
- Approved monthly bills
- Approved transfer of 2025 budget balances to 2026 budget
- Approved $2,500 book drop replacement proposal
- Approved meeting agenda and February 23, 2026 minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Mandan Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on five land-use items, including a setback variance, a final plat, and two preliminary plats with zone changes. They will also consider approval of the February 23, 2026 meeting minutes. The most consequential items are the preliminary plat and zone change requests for School District 8th Addition and Keidels South Heart Terrace 5th Addition.
- Setback variance for Lot 6, Block 1, Nicola 2nd Addition
- Final plat for Eighteen Eighty Four Addition
- Preliminary plat for Lakewood Commercial Park 7th Addition
- Preliminary plat and zone change for School District 8th Addition
- Preliminary plat and zone change for Keidels South Heart Terrace 5th Addition
City Commission
The city commission will vote on a preliminary plat and zone change for Meadowlands Third Addition, converting a mobile home park to a mobile home subdivision. It will also consider a special use permit for shop condos in Seibel Subdivision, and review bids for sidewalk and striping projects. Consent items include a bucket truck contract, weed board appointments, and a budget amendment for the water treatment plant. Proclamations will designate Arbor Day and National Bike Month.
- Consider preliminary plat for Meadowlands Third Addition and zone change from RH to RMH
- Consider special use permit for shop condos at Lot 1, Block 1, Seibel Subdivision
- Consider bids for Municipal Sidewalk Improvement Project 2026-20
- Consider approval of plans and call for bids for 2026 Striping Project 2026-21
- Consider appointment of City of Mandan Weed Board members
The City Commission awarded the 2026 Municipal Concrete Contract to Sair Concrete LLC and recommended approval for a shop condo special use permit. The board also concurred with an NDDOT bid for micro-surfacing work and authorized bids for a striping project.
- Awarded 2026 Municipal Concrete Contract to Sair Concrete LLC (5-0)
- Concurred with NDDOT bid for micro-surfacing work on 810 Expressway (5-0)
- Recommended approval of special use permit for shop condos at Lot 1, Block 1, Seibel Subdivision (5-0)
- Authorized advertising for bids for the 2026 Striping Project (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including monthly bills, 2027 bucket truck contract, and Water Treatment Plant budget amendment (5-0)
- Approved Gaming Site Authorizations for Mule Deer Foundation and Mystic Athletic Club (5-0)
- Approved April 7, 2026 City Commission and Board of Equalization minutes (5-0)
Architectural Review Commission
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The Architectural Review Commission will hear three new business proposals: a remodel at Centre Inc, a 72-unit townhome development with detached garages, and a remodel of Mandan Chiropractic. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and other routine items.
- Proposal for 72-unit townhomes with detached garages at 3011 8th Ave NW
- Proposal for remodel of Centre Inc at 100 6th Ave SE
- Proposal for remodel of Mandan Chiropractic at 1302 1st St NE
- Approval of March 24, 2026 meeting minutes
City Commission
The Mandan City Commission Safety and Wellness Committee will meet April 9 to consider minutes, review the monthly topic of distractive driving, and discuss goals and safety officer reports. New business includes emergency preparedness resources and a Hyper-Reach sign-up reminder. Other business covers the Phase 4 Ergonomic Grant and an NDSC Conference update. The budget for 2026 is $986.20, with a purchase of ice cleats ($213.80).
- Consider minutes from March 12th meeting
- Review monthly topic: distractive driving
- Emergency Preparedness Resources and Hyper-Reach sign-up
- Phase 4 Ergonomic Grant
- 2026 Budget: $986.20 (includes Ice Cleats Purchase $213.80)
Community Beautification Committee
The Community Beautification Committee will review minutes from February and receive status reports on beautification recognition program nominations for four properties. Project updates include the Collins Ave Water Tower, America 250 initiatives, Arbor Day celebration, and a tree inventory. The committee will also discuss Spring Clean Up Week (Apr 20-25) and Community Litter Clean Up Month in May.
- Beautification recognition nominations at 107 1st Ave NW, 207 5th Ave NE, 307 4th Ave NE, 606 8th St NW
- Arbor Day Celebration and 50-year recognition as a Tree City USA
- Collins Ave Water Tower project update
- Spring Clean Up Week scheduled for Apr 20-25
- Community Litter Clean Up Month in May
Board of Equilization
The Mandan City Commission, sitting as the Board of Equalization, will consider approval of the 2026 Annual Report presented by the City Assessor. A public open forum allows residents to comment on the report and 2026 property valuations. The board will also discuss recommendations for property valuation appeals submitted to it.
- Presentation of City Board of Equalization documentation by the Mandan City Assessor
- Consider approval of the 2026 Annual Report
- Open forum for public questions and comments on the annual report and 2026 property valuations
- Recommendations for appeals submitted to the City Board of Equalization
The Board of Equalization unanimously approved the 2026 annual assessment roll as presented by City Assessor Markley. Several property owners voiced concerns about their valuations, and the board then approved an updated appeals list adjusting assessments for 14 properties, also unanimously.
- Approved 2026 assessment roll (5-0)
- Approved updated appeals list for 14 properties (5-0)
City Commission
The City Commission will review several infrastructure items including street improvement districts and the Memorial Highway project. The meeting includes discussions on water treatment, gaming site authorizations, and various budget transfers.
- Public hearing for Street Improvement District 243 (Mandan Proper Phase I)
- Bids for Street Improvement District 241 near Red Trail Elementary
- Change orders for the Memorial Highway Project
- Cost Participation and Maintenance Agreement for the ND 810 Microsurfacing Project
- Special use permit request for shop condos at Seibel Subdivision
The commission unanimously approved a visitor committee recommendation allocating up to $325,000 to the Mandan Progress Organization for marketing and up to $180,000 to the police department for Archer Barriers. Other decisions included awarding a street improvement contract, approving change orders for water projects, and determining a protest insufficient for a street improvement district.
- Awarded Street Improvement District 241 contract to Strata Corporation (5-0)
- Approved $5,000 additional marketing for Memorial Highway from Growth Fund (5-0)
- Approved visitor committee funding: up to $325,000 for MPO and $180,000 for police (5-0)
- Determined insufficiency of protest for Street Improvement District 243, contracted Moore Engineering (5-0)
- Approved change orders for Water Treatment Plant Phase III and Raw Water Intake Project (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including abatements, raffle permit, gaming sites, MOU, and cost-share agreements (5-0)
Visitors Committee
The Mandan Visitors Committee will hold a regular meeting on April 6, 2026. The committee will consider approval of minutes from June 12, 2025. The main new business is a request regarding Celebrate 250 and Visitor Safety Items.
- Consider approval of June 12, 2025 minutes
- Consider a request for Celebrate 250 and Visitor Safety Items