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MandanND averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$246,300 Typical home value $346,743 +5.4% yr/yr · +27.3% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (33)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Architectural Review Commission
- Jarek Wigness
- Jason Angel
- Jordan Singer
- Kendra Rennich
- Lee Pierce
- Logan Caldwell
- Mitch Bitz
- Shane Weltikol
- Victoria Vayda Hammond
Who’s on the Parking Authority
- Josette Dupree
- Melissa Barth
- Albert Kuntz
- Dennis Rohr
- Renee Murish
- Renee Murrish
Who’s on the Planning & Zoning Commission
- Froelich — Mayor
- Huber — Commissioner
- McLean — Commissioner
- Horn — Commissioner
- Intveld — Commissioner
- Leingang — Commissioner
- Buchmiller — Commissioner
- Hammond
- Smith
- Mudder
- Gardner
- Robinson
- Renner
- Helbling
- Lang
- Mehlhoff
- Nancy Moser
Who’s on the Special Assessment Commission
Municipal budget
Total revenue$48.2M (FY2023)
Total spending$52.1M (FY2023)
Taxes$10.7M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$67.5M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,131 (FY2023)
Development activity
202565 housing units ($21.3M)
Upcoming
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:30
City Commission
Mandan City Hall, Ed "Bosh" Froehlich Meeting Room, Mandan
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 07:30
Community Beautification Committee
Mandan Beautification Committee meets Oct. 8 to review programs and expiring terms
The Community Beautification Committee meets Oct. 8, 2026 at 7:30 a.m. in the Veteran's Conference Room at City Hall, 205 Second Avenue NW. The agenda covers approval of Aug. 13, 2026 minutes, a status report on Beautification Recognition Program voting (open through Oct. 9), and other business including a Free Fall Landfill Week recap, a committee update, and committee members whose terms expire Dec. 31, 2026. No ordinances, contracts, or fee changes appear on this agenda.
- Approval of minutes from the Aug. 13, 2026 meeting
- Beautification Recognition Program voting open through Oct. 9
- Free Fall Landfill Week recap
- Committee members with terms expiring Dec. 31, 2026
- Future meetings set for Dec. 10, 2026 and Jan. 14, 2027, both at 7:30 a.m.
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Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
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COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
AGENDA
OCTOBER 8, 2026
VETERAN'S CONFERENCE ROOM
CITY HALL, 205 SECOND AVENUE NW
7:30 AM
WWW.CITYOFMANDAN.COM
The public may access the Teams meeting online at:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/23259462748242?p=iUE3gksCzBtyu4DsvL
Meeting ID: 232 594 627 482 42
Passcode: Yd72XH7h
A. INTRODUCTIONS
B. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
Aug. 13, 2026
C. STATUS REPORTS
1.
Beautification Recognition Program Voting open through Oct. 9
D. OTHER BUSINESS
1.
Free Fall Landfill Week Recap
2.
Committee Update
3.
Committee members with terms expiring Dec. 31, 2026
E. NOTE OF THANKS
1.
Any notes of thanks to send?
F. FUTURE MEETINGS
1.
• Dec. 10, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.
• Jan. 14, 2027 at 7:30 a.m.
Community Beautification Committee
Agenda]
October 8, 2026
Page 2 of 2
G. ADJOURN
Committee Members
Chairperson Layn Mudder
Term 2024-2026
Sarah Johnston - Term 2026-28
Brian Dehnert -Term 2025-27
Ben Kappel -Term 2026-28
Ruth MacDonald -Term 2025-27
Micaela Ranisate -Term 2026-28
Heidi Hughes -Term 2025-27
Jim Neubauer - Administration
Jordan Singer - Building Official
Madison Cermak - Business Development &
Communications
Jarek Wigness - City Engineer
Allan Decker - Code Enforcement Officer/Police
Shane O'Keefe - Public Works
Liaisons
Kari Schmidt - Communications Specialist
Jason Herman -Grounds Maintenance
Superintendent
Vacant- City Planner
Chris Miller - Police Captain
Erin Ourada …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 17:30
City Commission
Mandan City Hall, Ed "Bosh" Froehlich Meeting Room, Mandan
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 12:30
Library Board of Trustees
Morton Mandan Public Library, Mandan
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
205 2nd Avenue NW, Mandan
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:30
Library Board of Trustees
Morton Mandan Public Library, Mandan
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 17:30
City Commission
Mandan City Hall, Ed "Bosh" Froehlich Meeting Room, Mandan
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:30
City Commission
Mandan City Hall, Ed "Bosh" Froehlich Meeting Room, Mandan
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 17:30
Library Board of Trustees
Morton Mandan Public Library, Mandan
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 17:30
City Commission
Mandan City Hall, Ed "Bosh" Froehlich Meeting Room, Mandan
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 07:30
Community Beautification Committee
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 17:30
Library Board of Trustees
Morton Mandan Public Library, Mandan
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 17:30
Library Board of Trustees
Morton Mandan Public Library, Mandan
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Apr 27, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue May 11, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue May 11, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue May 25, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Jun 8, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Jul 13, 2027 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Recent meetings
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 12:30
Library Board of Trustees
Morton Mandan Public Library, Mandan
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Zone change and minor plat for Octavia's Addition
The Mandan Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a zone change from Agriculture to R7 - Residential and a minor plat for Octavia's Addition. The agenda also includes approval of the August 24, 2026 minutes. Public comments may be submitted by email before 3:30 p.m. on the meeting day.
- Public hearing: zone change from Agriculture to R7 - Residential for Octavia's Addition
- Public hearing: minor plat for Octavia's Addition
- Approval of August 24, 2026 minutes
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205 2nd Avenue NW, Mandan
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AGENDA
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
SEPTEMBER 28, 2026
COMMISSION ROOM
MANDAN CITY HALL
5:30 PM
WWW.CITYOFMANDAN.COM
The public may access the LIVE meeting at:
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Roku or Apple TV
Listen
Radio Access 102.5 FM
RadioAccess.org
Or Telephone:
Dial: + 1 312 626 6799
Zoom Webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81614879617
Webinar ID: 81614879617
The City of Mandan is encouraging citizens to provide their comments for agenda items via
email to
[email protected]. Please provide your comments before 3:30 p.m. on the day of
the meeting. Include the agenda item number your comment references. Comments will be
forwarded to the Commissioners and appropriate departments.
A. ROLL CALL
B. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
August 24, 2026 Minutes
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.
Consider a zone change from Agriculture to R7 - Residential and a minor
plat for Octavia's Addition.
D. OTHER BUSINESS
E. ADJOURN
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30
Library Board of Trustees
Mandan library board to vote on $1,000 increase to adult materials budget
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees meets Monday, September 28, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at Parkside, with a Zoom option. The board will review the financial report, consider approval of monthly bills, and consider a budget amendment increasing Adult Materials Expenditure by $1,000. It will also hear library updates on the 2027 budget, a County Board trustee representative, and November/December meetings, plus project updates on the Bookmobile, the Branch, the Tourism Makerspace: SideTracks, and fundraising.
- Consider approval of a budget amendment increasing Adult Materials Expenditure by $1,000
- Consider approval of monthly bills
- Review of the financial report
- Library updates including a 2027 budget change and a County Board trustee representative
- Project updates on the Bookmobile, the Branch, Tourism Makerspace: SideTracks, and fundraising
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✓ Decided: Library board lacks quorum to approve monthly bills; email vote planned
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees met on Monday, August 24, 2026, and approved its agenda and the July 27, 2026 minutes. A motion to approve the monthly bills failed for lack of a quorum, and the minutes state that a statement of monthly bills will be emailed to trustees for approval. The board also discussed Bookmobile repairs estimated at $8500, whether to repair or fundraise for a new one, and heard updates on the 2027 budget, the branch project, and fundraising. No other substantive decisions are recorded.
- Approved the agenda (motion carried)
- Approved the July 27, 2026 minutes as written (motion carried)
- Monthly bills approval failed for lack of quorum; statement to be emailed to trustees for approval
- No decision recorded on Bookmobile repair vs. new purchase ($8500 repair estimate discussed)
- No decision recorded on combining November and December meetings
Morton Mandan Public Library, Mandan
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Meeting Agenda
Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees
Morton Mandan Public Library
Monday, September 28, 2026 @ 5:30
JOIN BY ZOOM MEETING: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87344559781
Meeting ID: 873 4455 9781
Meeting Location: Parkside
Agenda Item
A. Call to Order & Roll Call
B. Approve Agenda
C. Approve Meeting Minutes:
a. August 24, 2026
D. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Review: Financial Report
2. Consider Approval: Monthly Bills
3. Consider Approval: Budget Amendments
a. Increase Adult Materials Expenditure by $1,000.
4. Library Updates
a. 2027 Budget Change
b. County Board Trustee Representative
c. November & December Board Meetings
d. Upcoming Events
e. Shout Outs
5. Project Updates
a. The Bookmobile
b. The Branch
c. Tourism Makerspace: SideTracks
d. Fundraising
6. Other:
F. DIRECTOR’S REPORT: Highlights & Questions
G. FUTURE 2026 MEETING DATES FOR LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES:
October 26, 2026
H. ADJOURNMENT: If there is a lack of a quorum, a statement of monthly bills will be emailed to trustees for
approval.
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Meeting Agenda
Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees
Morton Mandan Public Library
Monday, August 24, 2026 @ 5:30
JOIN BY ZOOM MEETING: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84244519753
Meeting ID: 842 4451 9753
Meeting Location: Parkside
Time
Agenda Item
Notes
1 min.
A. Call to Order & Roll Cal
Called to order @ 5:42 p.m.
X
Kara
Geiger
X
Beth
Kroh
Nathan
Boehm
Craig
Sjoberg
X
Tasha
Bohl
X
Austin
Lafferty
Linda
Beckler
1 min.
B. Approve Agenda
Trustee Lafferty moved to approve agenda; Trustee
Kroh seconded. Motion carried.
1 min.
C. Approve Meeting Minutes:
a. July 27, 2026
Trustee Lafferty moved to approve minutes as written;
Trustee Bohl seconded. Motion carried.
D. NEW BUSINESS:
4 min.
1. Review: Financial Report
Expenses over the past month: sinks, sensors on roof,
speakers, etc. Still healthy financially. Will be some
marketing expenses coming up.
4 min.
2. Consider Approval: Monthly Bills
Trustee Lafferty moved to approve; Trustee
Bohl seconded. No quorum.
Y
Kara
Geiger
Y
Beth
Kroh
Nathan
Boehm
Craig
Sjoberg
Y
Tasha
Bohl
Y
Austin
Lafferty
Linda
Beckler
6 min.
3. Discussion: Bookmobile & Outreach Bill for BKMB repairs; $8500. Deciding whether it is
best to repair BKMB, or fundraise for a new one.
6 min.
4. Library Updates
a. 2027 Budget
b. County Board Trustee Representative
c. Library Closed: Sept. 4 – Sept. 7
d. National Good Neighbor Day: Sept. 26
e. N …
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 12:00
Growth Fund Committee
Growth Fund to weigh storefront grant for 701 Venue on E Main St
The Mandan Growth Fund Committee will consider a Storefront Improvement application from 701 Venue at 1700 E Main St. The committee will also review minutes from August 26, 2026, and a financial report through August 31, 2026, and receive an update on Mandan Business Pitch 2027.
- Consider Storefront Improvement application by 701 Venue at 1700 E Main St
- Review financial report through August 31, 2026
- Update from Chamber EDC on Mandan Business Pitch 2027
- Consider approval of minutes from August 26, 2026
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Mandan City Hall, Veterans Conference Room, Mandan
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MANDAN GROWTH FUND AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 23, 2026
VETERAN'S CONFERENCE ROOM
CITY HALL, 205 SECOND AVENUE NW
12:00 PM
WWW.CITYOFMANDAN.COM
The public may access the Teams meeting online at:
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/291348285003931?p=D0KDF7Ttc6yUdImHMp
Meeting ID: 291 348 285 003 931
Passcode: 6pu6VZ3o
A. INTRODUCTIONS
B. PROCEDURAL MATTERS
1.
Consider approval of minutes from August 26, 2026
2.
Review financial report through August 31, 2026
C. NEW BUSINESS
1.
Consider Storefront Improvement application by 701 Venue at 1700 E Main
St.
D. OTHER BUSINESS
1.
Update from the Chamber EDC on Mandan Business Pitch 2027
E. ADJOURN
Committee Members
Sherwin Wanner, 2024-2026
Reice Haase, 2024-2026
Tyler Gerhardt, 2026-2028
Jonathan Leonard, 2025-2027
Tess Schmidt, 2024-2026
Grant Dockter, 2024-2026
Jordan Freitag, 2025-2027
Jonathan Hooker, 2025-2027
Staff (City of Mandan)
Jim Neubauer - City Administrator
Madison Cermak - Business Development &
Communications Director
Kari Schmidt - Communications Specialist
Ashlee Newman - Admin Assistant
Vacant - City Planner
Jordan Singer - Building Official
Kimberly Markley - City Assessor
Mandan Growth Fund Agenda]
September 23, 2026
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Titus Gietzen, 2026-2028
Jim Froelich - Mayor
Amy Oster - Attorney
Noah Vroman - Bismarck Mandan Chamber
EDC
Derrick Becker - Lewis & Clark Development
Group
Rich Garman - ND Dept of Commerce
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Mandan architectural panel to review remodel and addition proposals
The Mandan Architectural Review Commission is meeting to review two property proposals: a remodel at 1700 E Main St and an addition at 2201 3rd St SE. The commission will also approve minutes from its September 8 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.
- Remodel proposal at 1700 E Main St
- Addition proposal at 2201 3rd St SE
- Approval of September 8 meeting minutes
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Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
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MANDAN ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
COMMISSION
AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
VETERAN'S CONFERENCE ROOM
CITY HALL, 205 SECOND AVENUE NW
1:00 PM
WWW.CITYOFMANDAN.COM
The public may access the Teams meeting online at:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/294452798769791?p=F3zhln9k1QgvyJs5gY
Meeting ID: 294 452 798 769 791
Passcode: g3wF6Pb9
A. ROLL CALL
B. MINUTES
1.
September 8th MARC Meeting Minutes
C. OLD BUSINESS
D. NEW BUSINESS
1.
Proposal for Remodel at 1700 E Main St
2.
Proposal for an addition at 2201 3rd St SE
E. OTHER BUSINESS
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
G. ADJOURN
MARC Members
Matthew Bradley - President
Victoria Vayda-Hammond - Vice President
Shane Weltikol - Resident
Jordan Schneider - Resident
Kari Nardello - Resident
Ryan Welder - Resident
Jordan Singer - Building Official
Support Staff (City of Mandan)
Brittany Thomas - Permit Technician
Vacant - Planner
Madison Cermak - Business Development
Mandan Architectural Review Commission
Agenda]
September 22, 2026
Page 2 of 2
Jarek Wigness - City Engineer
Mitch Bitz - Fire Chief
Please note: If any commission member would like additional information, please feel free to
contact the Building Inspections Department at 667-3230 prior to the meeting.
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:30
City Commission
Public hearing on 2027 budget; tax ordinance second reading
The Mandan City Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 1488, the 2027 budget, and take a second consideration of Ordinance 1492 amending the maximum tax imposed. The commission will also consider a retail incentive recommendation, a driveway variance, and discuss filling an open commission seat. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including monthly bills and two minor plats.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 1488 (2027 budget)
- Second consideration of Ordinance 1492 amending Section 22-2-8 on maximum tax
- Mandan Growth Fund recommendation for Forever Treasures Retail Incentive
- Driveway apron variance at 602 6th Avenue NW
- Minor plats for Replat Lot 20 Mandan Hill Addition and School District 9th Addition
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Mandan City Hall, Ed "Bosh" Froehlich Meeting Room, Mandan
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PRELIMINARY AGENDA
CITY COMMISSION
SEPTEMBER 15, 2026
ED “BOSH” FROEHLICH MEETING ROOM
MANDAN CITY HALL
5:30 PM
WWW.CITYOFMANDAN.COM
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Dial: +1 312 626 6799
Webinar ID: 878 1717 5295
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Commission Meeting
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email to
[email protected]. Please provide your comments before Noon on the day of the
meeting. Include the agenda item number your comment references. Comments will be
forwarded to the Commissioners and appropriate departments.
A. ROLL CALL
1.
Roll call of all City Commissioners
B. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. ANNOUNCEMENTS
1.
Construction Project Updates
2.
Free Fall Landfill Week, Sept. 14-19
D. PUBLIC COMMENT
E. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
F. MINUTES
1.
Consider approval of the September 1, 2026 Board of City Commisison
Meeting Minutes
G. PUBLIC HEARING
1.
Public hearing for Ordinance No. 1488 (2027 budget)
Preliminary Agenda
Mandan City Commission
September 15, 2026
Page 2 of 2
H. BIDS
I.
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
Consider approval of monthly bills
2.
Consider a minor plat for Replat Lot 20 Mandan Hill Addition
3.
Consider a minor plat for School District 9th Addition
J.
OLD B …
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 13:30
General
North Dakota Opportunity Fund Committee meeting scheduled for September 10
The Loan Committee will review the fund status and previous minutes from July 23, 2026. The committee will also hold an executive session to consider loan applications for TC Enterprises LLC and the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation.
- Review and action on July 23, 2026, minutes
- Fund status update
- Consideration of TC Enterprises LLC (Fargo)
- Consideration of Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation (Medora-Dickinson)
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200 1st Ave NW, Mandan
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LOAN COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Bismarck –
Bismarck – Kate Herzog
Bismarck – Chad Johnson
(Alternate)
Dickinson – Scott Bullinger
Fargo – Tyler Kummeth
Fargo – Paul Smith
Fargo – Doug Burchill
Fargo – Mike Bannach
Fargo – (Rammie Olson- Alternate)
Mandan – Jason Arenz
Mandan – Vacant (alternate)
Mandan – Jeff Erickson (alternate)
Minot – David Lakefield
Minot – Missy Feist-Erickson
West Fargo – Casey Sanders-Berglund
Williston – Keith Olson Chairman
At-Large – Carie Boster
At-Large – Duane Bowman
At-Large – Kraig Bittner
At-Large –Brett Kusler (Alternate 1)
At-Large – (Alternate 2)
Lewis and Clark Regional Development Council
Brent Ekstrom
Jonathan Hagen
Erika Anderson
Derrick Becker
Chris Masse
Dorothy Martin
Nicole Berger
Alexa Oien GUESTS:
NDOF Loan Committee
1:30 PM CST Thursday September 10, 2026
Join on your computer, mobile app or room
device
Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 228 974 405 541 34
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NORTH DAKOTA OPPORTUNITY FUND
Loan Committee Teleconference
200 1st Ave NW
Mandan, ND 58554
Or
Agenda
1. Roll Call and welcome new members
2. Review and Action on prior Minutes
(July 23, 2026)
3. Fund Status update
4. Identify what topics will be discussed in Executive
Session:
a) Consideration of TC Enterprises LLC (Fargo)
b) Consideration of Theodore Roosevelt Medora …
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 10:00
City Commission
Safety committee reviews workplace violence training and draft policy guide
The Mandan Safety and Wellness Committee will meet to discuss workplace violence prevention training, review a draft safety policy guide, and receive budget updates. The group also plans topics for 2027 and reviews quarterly hazard inspections.
- Workplace Violence Prevention & Deescalation Training discussion
- Safety Policy Guide – Draft review
- 2026 Budget update: $915.85 total (Ice Cleats $213.80, Door Stopper $70.35)
- Q3 Hazard Inspections due September 30th
- Phase 4 Ergonomic Grant discussion
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Veterans Conference Room, Mandan
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Safety and Wellness Committee
Thursday, September 10, 2026
10:00 a.m.
Veterans’ Room
Or
Microsoft Teams
Join the Meeting Now
Meeting ID: 272 021 709 492 54
Passcode: EJ6oQ9bB
AGENDA
A. Roll Call
B. Consider minutes from the August 13th meeting
C. Review of Monthly Meeting Topic
a. Cold & Flu Prevention
D. Review of Goals
E. Review of Loss/Run | Safety Officer Reports | Near Miss
Reports
F. New Business
a. Monthly topics and schedule - discussion for 2027
b. Workplace Violence Prevention & Deescalation
Training
G. Other Business
a. Safety Policy Guide – Draft
i. Safety Policy Guide - Draft
b. Emergency Locations in City Buildings
c. Departments Top 3 Workplace Safety Hazards
d. Phase 4 Ergonomic Grant
e. Q3 (Partner) Hazard Inspections – Due September
30th
H. Budget Update
a. 2026 Budget: $915.85
i. Ice Cleats Purchase ($213.80)
ii. Door Stopper Purchase ($70.35)
I. Announcements/Reminders
a. Please send handouts for monthly topics to Cassidy by
the end of the month prior to being presented.
b. October Meeting Topic – Cold Weather/Winter Safety
(Fire Department)
c. Send all SWC-related information to Cassidy.
d. Contact Amy for questions regarding WSI or LMS.
Committee Members:
Chairperson & Safety Coordinator
Amy Berger, HR
Human Resources
Cassidy Buchholz, HR
Safety Officer
Allan Decker, Police
Airport
Lindsay Gerhardt
Assessing
Kimberly Markley
Abby Varner
Building Inspection
Jo …
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Mandan architectural panel to review Main St painting, new land use code
The Mandan Architectural Review Commission will meet to approve July minutes, discuss a painting project at 1006 E Main St, and review a new land use code. The agenda includes no other substantive items.
- Painting project at 1006 E Main St
- Review of new land use code
- Approval of July 28th meeting minutes
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Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
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MANDAN ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
COMMISSION
AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 8, 2026
VETERAN'S CONFERENCE ROOM
CITY HALL, 205 SECOND AVENUE NW
1:00 PM
WWW.CITYOFMANDAN.COM
The public may access the Teams meeting online at:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2472958016913?p=5x1X7JyiWAMjYA9kp8
Meeting ID: 247 295 801 691 3
Passcode: YF3o75H9
A. ROLL CALL
B. MINUTES
1.
July 28th MARC Meeting Minutes
C. OLD BUSINESS
D. NEW BUSINESS
1.
Painting project at 1006 E Main St
2.
Look at new land use code
E. OTHER BUSINESS
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
G. ADJOURN
MARC Members
Matthew Bradley - President
Victoria Vayda-Hammond - Vice President
Shane Weltikol - Resident
Jordan Schneider - Resident
Kari Nardello - Resident
Ryan Welder - Resident
Jordan Singer - Building Official
Jarek Wigness - City Engineer
Support Staff (City of Mandan)
Brittany Thomas - Permit Technician
Vacant - Planner
Madison Cermak - Business Development
Mandan Architectural Review Commission
Agenda]
September 8, 2026
Page 2 of 2
Mitch Bitz - Fire Chief
Please note: If any commission member would like additional information, please feel free to
contact the Building Inspections Department at 667-3230 prior to the meeting.
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 13:30
General
ND Opportunity Fund loan committee to consider two loan applications in executive session
The North Dakota Opportunity Fund Loan Committee is meeting to review prior minutes, receive a fund status update, and then enter executive session to consider loan applications from TC Enterprises LLC (Fargo) and the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation (Medora-Dickinson). After the closed session, the committee will reconvene publicly to act on motions related to those applications. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Consideration of TC Enterprises LLC (Fargo) loan application
- Consideration of Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation (Medora-Dickinson) loan application
- Review and action on prior minutes (July 23, 2026)
- Fund status update
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200 1st Ave NW, Mandan
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LOAN COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Bismarck –
Bismarck – Kate Herzog
Bismarck – Chad Johnson
(Alternate)
Dickinson – Scott Bullinger
Fargo – Tyler Kummeth
Fargo – Paul Smith
Fargo – Doug Burchill
Fargo – Mike Bannach
Fargo – (Rammie Olson- Alternate)
Mandan – Jason Arenz
Mandan – Vacant (alternate)
Mandan – Jeff Erickson (alternate)
Minot – David Lakefield
Minot – Missy Feist-Erickson
West Fargo – Casey Sanders-Berglund
Williston – Keith Olson Chairman
At-Large – Carie Boster
At-Large – Duane Bowman
At-Large – Kraig Bittner
At-Large –Brett Kusler (Alternate 1)
At-Large – (Alternate 2)
Lewis and Clark Regional Development Council
Brent Ekstrom
Jonathan Hagen
Erika Anderson
Derrick Becker
Chris Masse
Dorothy Martin
Nicole Berger
Alexa Oien GUESTS:
NDOF Loan Committee
1:30 PM CST Thursday September 3, 2026
Join on your computer, mobile app or room
device
Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 228 974 405 541 34
Passcode: 7mp7BC7s
Download Teams | Join on the web
NORTH DAKOTA OPPORTUNITY FUND
Loan Committee Teleconference
200 1st Ave NW
Mandan, ND 58554
Or
Agenda
1. Roll Call and welcome new members
2. Review and Action on prior Minutes
(July 23, 2026)
3. Fund Status update
4. Identify what topics will be discussed in Executive
Session:
a) Consideration of TC Enterprises LLC (Fargo)
b) Consideration of Theodore Roosevelt Medora …
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 17:30
Special Assessment Commission
Public hearings on four special assessment districts in Mandan
The Special Assessment Commission will hold public hearings on four improvement districts, covering street, water, sewer, and storm sewer projects. The commission will also consider approval of minutes from previous meetings. These hearings allow residents to comment on proposed assessments for the listed projects.
- Street Improvement District #237 (Rock Prairie): new asphalt, storm sewer, curb & gutter, sidewalk on Corvette Street, Corvette Circle, Stonebridge Lane NW, Blackstone Avenue NW
- Water & Sewer Improvement District #65 (Monte Dr.): replace cast iron water mains, spot repairs, line sanitary sewer, mill and overlay on roadway
- Street Improvement District #241 (Project 3A): preventative maintenance, fog seal, chip seal, patching, full depth reconstruction near Red Trail Elementary
- Street Improvement District #33 (Shores At Lakewood Phase 2 Storm Sewer): construct storm sewer for Shores at Lakewood 2nd Addition
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AGENDA
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT COMMISSION
SEPTEMBER 2, 2026
COMMISSION ROOM
Mandan City Hall
5:30 PM
WWW.CITYOFMANDAN.COM
A. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
June 29, 2026 Minutes
2.
August 4, 2026 Minutes
B. ROLL CALL
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS ON THE FOLLOWING DISTRICTS
1.
Street Improvement District #237 (Rock Prairie)
Description of Work: This project constructed new asphalt, storm sewer,
curb & gutter, and sidewalk on Corvette Street, Corvette Circle,
Stonebridge Lane NW, and Blackstone Avenue NW. The new subdivision
is north of Old Red Trail and west of 47th Avenue NW.
2.
Water & Sewer Improvement District #65 (Monte Dr.)
Description of Work: This project replaced cast iron water mains,
completed spot repairs and line the aging sanitary sewer, and executed a
mill and overlay on the roadway. The general location is north of Division
Street, east of Sunset Drive, west of Lewis and Clark Elementary and
south of I-94.
3.
Street Improvement District #241 (Project 3A)
Description of Work: This project focused on preventative maintenance
and reconstruction work in the northwest part of Mandan near Red Trail
Elementary. The scope of the work consists of a fog seal, a chip seal with
targeted patching and full depth reconstruction.
Agenda
Special Assessment Commission
]
September 2, 2026
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4.
Street Improvement District #33 (Shores At Lakewood Phase 2 Storm
Sewer)
Description of Work: This project con …
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 17:30
City Commission
Commission to vote on e-bike rules, tax changes, health plan
The Mandan City Commission is meeting to take final votes on several ordinances, including new rules for electric bicycles and micromobility devices, land use code changes, and sales tax provisions. They will also consider a 2027 health insurance plan design change and approve several licenses and permits, including liquor and gaming authorizations.
- Second consideration of Ordinance 1489: new rules for electric bicycles, micromobility devices, and minibikes
- Second consideration of Ordinance 1490: re-enacting Land Use Code Sections 101 and 109
- Second consideration of Ordinance 1491: sales tax code change
- First consideration of Ordinance 1492: amending maximum tax imposed
- Consider 2027 health insurance plan design change recommendation
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Mandan City Hall, Ed "Bosh" Froehlich Meeting Room, Mandan
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PRELIMINARY AGENDA
CITY COMMISSION
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
ED “BOSH” FROEHLICH MEETING ROOM
MANDAN CITY HALL
5:30 PM
WWW.CITYOFMANDAN.COM
The public may access the LIVE meeting at:
Watch & Listen
Government Access (Midcontinent) cable channels 2 & 602 HD
Streaming LIVE at: tinyURL.com/FreeTV-602 and on Roku or Apple TV
Listen
Radio Access 102.5 FM
RadioAccess.org
Dial: +1 312 626 6799
Webinar ID: 884 1203 5157
Web: Mandan City
Commission Meeting
The City of Mandan is encouraging citizens to provide their comments for agenda items via
email to
[email protected]. Please provide your comments before Noon on the day of the
meeting. Include the agenda item number your comment references. Comments will be
forwarded to the Commissioners and appropriate departments.
A. ROLL CALL
1.
Roll call of all City Commissioners
B. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. ANNOUNCEMENTS
1.
Construction Project Updates
2.
Free Fall Landfill Week - Sept. 14-19
3.
MPO's Annual Dinner - Boots and Bling, Sept. 10
D. PUBLIC COMMENT
E. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
F. MINUTES
1.
Consider approval of the August 18, 2026 Board of City Commission Meeting
Minutes
G. PUBLIC HEARING
Preliminary Agenda
Mandan City Commission
September 1, 2026
Page 2 of 3
H. BIDS
I.
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
Consider authorizing staff to advertise a solicitation for qualifications regarding
utility master planning
2.
Consider approval of an addition to a gaming site authorization for Ma …
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 12:00
General
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 12:00
Growth Fund Committee
Committee to consider retail incentive for Forever Treasures
The Mandan Growth Fund Committee is meeting to review its financial report, approve prior meeting minutes, and consider a retail incentive application from Forever Treasures at 1311 1st St. NE. The meeting is open to the public online via Teams.
- Consider Retail Incentive application by Forever Treasures at 1311 1st St. NE
- Review financial report through July 31, 2026
- Consider approval of Minutes from March 11, 2026 Growth Fund Meeting
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Mandan City Hall, Veterans Conference Room, Mandan
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MANDAN GROWTH FUND AGENDA
AUGUST 26, 2026
VETERAN'S CONFERENCE ROOM
CITY HALL, 205 SECOND AVENUE NW
12:00 PM
WWW.CITYOFMANDAN.COM
The public may access the Teams meeting online at:
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/214793100155505?p=BbFmqUivBKOYAs4by3
Meeting ID: 214 793 100 155 505
Passcode: ZA7G2yk9
A. INTRODUCTIONS
B. PROCEDURAL MATTERS
1.
Consider approval of Minutes from the March 11, 2026 Growth Fund Meeting
2.
Review financial report through July 31, 2026
C. NEW BUSINESS
1.
Consider Retail Incentive application by Forever Treasures at 1311 1st St. NE
D. OTHER BUSINESS
E. ADJOURN
Committee Members
Sherwin Wanner, 2024-2026
Tyler Gerhardt, 2026-2028
Reice Haase, 2024-2026
Jonathan Leonard, 2025-2027
Tess Schmidt, 2024-2026
Grant Dockter, 2024-2026
Jordan Freitag, 2025-2027
Jonathan Hooker, 2025-2027
Titus Gietzen, 2026-2028
Staff (City of Mandan)
Jim Neubauer - City Administrator
Madison Cermak - Business Development &
Communications Director
Kari Schmidt - Communications Specialist
Ashlee Newman - Admin Assistant
Vacant - City Planner
Jordan Singer - Building Official
Kimberly Markley - City Assessor
Jim Froelich - Mayor
Amy Oster - Attorney
Noah Vroman - Bismarck Mandan Chamber
EDC
Mandan Growth Fund Agenda]
August 26, 2026
Page 2 of 2
Alex Kowski - Bismarck Mandan Chamber
EDC
Brent Ekstrom - Lewis & Clark Development
Group
Rich Garman - ND Dept of Commerce
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 13:00
Architectural Review Commission
Veterans Conference Room, Mandan City Hall, Mandan
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 17:30
General
Mandan High School Auditorium, Mandan
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 17:30
Library Board of Trustees
Library board to review finances, bills, and 2027 budget
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve minutes and monthly bills, review the financial report, and discuss the 2027 budget. They will also cover updates on the bookmobile, library closures, and project updates. The meeting is routine with no major decisions expected beyond standard approvals.
- Consider approval of monthly bills
- Review financial report
- Discussion of 2027 budget
- Library closed September 4-7
- National Good Neighbor Day event September 26
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✓ Decided: Library board approves 2027 budget and monthly bills
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees approved the 2027 proposed budget, monthly bills, and budget amendments, including a $2,500 increase for the Summer Reading Program. The board also accepted Trustee Padilla's resignation, appointed Trustee Kroh as vice president, and approved credit card changes. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved 2027 proposed budget (unanimous)
- Approved monthly bills (unanimous roll-call)
- Approved $2,500 budget increase for Summer Reading Program (unanimous roll-call)
- Accepted Trustee Padilla's resignation (unanimous)
- Appointed Trustee Kroh as vice president (unanimous)
- Approved credit card changes: added Shancee Porter, lowered limits for Marion, Beckler, Sandstrom (unanimous roll-call)
- Approved June 22, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Morton Mandan Public Library, Mandan
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Meeting Agenda
Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees
Morton Mandan Public Library
Monday, August 24, 2026 @ 5:30
JOIN BY ZOOM MEETING: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84244519753
Meeting ID: 842 4451 9753 Meeting Location: Parkside
Agenda Item
A. Call to Order & Roll Call
B. Approve Agenda
C. Approve Meeting Minutes:
a. July 27, 2026
D. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Review: Financial Report
2. Consider Approval: Monthly Bills
3. Discussion: Bookmobile & Outreach
4. Library Updates
a. 2027 Budget
b. County Board Trustee Representative
c. Library Closed: September 4 – September 7
d. National Good Neighbor Day—Saturday, September 26 (12:30 – 2:30)
e. November Board Meeting Choice:
i. Nov. 23rd
ii. Nov. 28th
f. Shout Outs
5. Project Updates
a. The Branch
b. Tourism Makerspace
c. Fundraising
6. Staff Updates
a. Professional Development Day: Sept. 4th
7. Other:
F. DIRECTOR’S REPORT: Highlights & Questions
G. FUTURE 2026 MEETING DATES FOR LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES:
September 28, 2026
October 26, 2026
H. ADJOURNMENT: If there is a lack of a quorum, a statement of monthly bills will be emailed to trustees for
approval.
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Meeting Minutes
Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees
Morton Mandan Public Library
Monday, July 27, 2026 @ 5:30
Time
Agenda Item
Notes
1 min.
A. Call to Order & Roll Call
Called to order at 5:35 p. m.
X
Kara
Geiger
Jen
Padilla
Nathan
Boehm
X
Craig
Sjoberg
X
Beth
Kroh
Tasha
Bohl
X
Austin
Lafferty
X
Linda
Beckler
1 min.
B. Approve Agenda
No director’s report this month.
Trustee Sjoberg moved to approve as presented;
Trustee Lafferty seconded. Motion carried.
1 min.
C. Approve Meeting Minutes:
a. June 22, 2026
Trustee Lafferty moved to approve; Trustee Krosh
seconded. Motion carried.
D. NEW BUSINESS:
3 min.
1. Review: Financial Report
Director Sandstrom gave information on expenses,
such as replacing restroom sink and doors.
4 min.
2. Consider Approval: Monthly Bills
Trustee Kroh moved to approve; Trustee Lafferty
seconded. Motion carried with roll-call vote.
Y
Kara
Geiger
Jen
Padilla
Nathan
Boehm
Y
Craig
Sjoberg
Y
Beth
Kroh
Tasha
Bohl
Y
Austin
Lafferty
Y
Linda
Beckler
2 min.
3. Consider Approval: Budget Amendments
a. Increase in Expenditure Budgets:
i. Summer Rdg Program (218.219.59917):
$2,500.00
Trustee Lafferty moved to approve, with the increase
in budget for Reading Program; Trustee Kroh
seconded. Motion carried with roll-call vote.
Y
Kara
Geiger
Jen
Padilla
Nathan
Boehm
Y
Craig
Sjoberg
Y
Beth
Kroh
Tasha
Bohl
Y
Austin
Lafferty
Y
L …
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 17:30
Planning & Zoning Commission
Public hearing on Mandan Data Center Ordinance
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed Mandan Data Center Ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of the July 27, 2026 minutes. Public comments can be submitted via email before 3:30 p.m. on the meeting day.
- Public hearing on Mandan Data Center Ordinance
- Approval of July 27, 2026 minutes
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✓ Decided: Mandan P&Z advances draft data center ordinance with six changes to City Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on a draft ordinance regulating data centers, taking no final action on any specific project. After roughly an hour of public comment and staff responses, commissioners voted unanimously to amend the draft with six changes, then voted unanimously to recommend the amended Section 101-11-12 to the City Commission for further consideration. No data center application is pending; the City Commission would take up the ordinance at a later meeting.
- Approved six amendments to the draft data center ordinance (10-0): PFAS-free coolant requirement, NDA ban, 5-foot minimum setback, stricter school noise thresholds, four noise monitoring locations, and a 5-decibel reduction in noise limits
- Recommended the amended Section 101-11-12 data center provisions to the City Commission for further consideration (10-0)
- Approved the July 27, 2026 minutes (10-0)
- Adjourned at 8:31 p.m. (unanimous)
- No vote taken on a moratorium or ban on data centers; no data center application was before the commission
Mandan High School Auditorium, 2335 4th Ave NW, Mandan
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AGENDA
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
AUGUST 24, 2026
MANDAN HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM
2335 4TH AVENUE NW
5:30 PM
WWW.CITYOFMANDAN.COM
The public may access the LIVE meeting at:
Watch & Listen
Government Access (Midcontinent) cable channels
2 & 602 HD Streaming LIVE at:
tinyURL.com/FreeTV-602 and on Roku or Apple TV
Listen
Radio Access 102.5 FM
RadioAccess.org
The City of Mandan is encouraging citizens to provide their comments for agenda items via
email to
[email protected]. Please provide your comments before 3:30 p.m. on the day of
the meeting. Include the agenda item number your comment references. Comments will be
forwarded to the Commissioners and appropriate departments.
A. ROLL CALL
B. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
July 27, 2026 Minutes
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.
Consideration of a Mandan Data Center Ordinance
D. OTHER BUSINESS
E. ADJOURN
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1
MANDAN PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MANDAN HIGH SCHOOL
Monday, August 24. 2026
The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Mandan met in session on Monday, August
24, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. CST. at Mandan High School.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Robinson called the meeting to order.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Huber, Vayda-Hammond, Mudder, Mayor Froelich, Lang, Renner,
Smith, McLean, Intveld, Chair Robinson. Commissioner Absent: Horn. A quorum was present.
Chair Robinson announced that the Planning and Zoning Commission received and accepted, a
Resignation Notice today from Commissioner Will Gardner.
Also Present: Building Official Jordan Singer, City Engineer Jarek Wigness, Attorney Oster.
MINUTES
Commissioner McLean motioned to approve the July 27, 2026 minutes. Commissioner
Hammond seconded the motion. Chair Robinson called for a roll call vote: Commissioner
Mudder: Yes; Mayor Froelich: Yes; Commissioner Lang: Yes; Commissioner Renner: Yes;
Commissioner Smith: Yes; Commissioner McLean: Yes; Commissioner Intveld: Yes;
Commissioner Huber: Yes; Commissioner Vayda-Hammond: Yes; Chair Robinson: Yes.
The motion passed.
Chair Robinson stated that due to a larger than usual crowd in attendance, he provided the
expectations that will be adhered to throughout the meeting. City Staff will present the
Ordinance draft to the Planning and Zoning Commission (P & Z). The P & Z Commissioners
will then submit questions to city staff and any recommendations to the …
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 12:30
Library Board of Trustees
Morton Mandan Public Library, Mandan
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 17:00
City Commission
Signature Events, Mandan
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 10:00
General
Mandan health insurance committee to weigh 2027 plan design
The Mandan Health Insurance Committee is meeting to review its purpose, discuss the long-term financial outlook, and make a recommendation on the 2027 plan design. The committee will also begin planning for 2028. This is a working session, not a final decision-making public hearing.
- Review of August 13, 2026 meeting minutes
- Finance discussion on long-term sustainability
- 2027 plan design recommendation
- 2028 planning outlook and next steps
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205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
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Health Insurance Committee
Thursday, August 20, 2026
10:00 a.m.
Dykshoorn Conference Room
-or-
Join Teams Meeting
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/215109470738390?p=f
qA9vu6azdpbvJyTnI
Meeting ID: 215 109 470 738 390
Passcode: P5mM3iZ7
AGENDA
A. Roll Call
B. Approval of Minutes
a. Minutes from August 13, 2026 committee meeting
C. Business Items
a. Overview, Committee Purpose, and Follow-Up
b. Finance Discussion: Long-Term Financial Outlook and Sustainability
D. Committee Discussion and Recommendations
a. 2027 Plan Design Recommendation
b. 2028 Planning Outlook and Next Steps
E. Adjourn
Committee Members:
Amy Berger, HR
Jim Neubauer, Administration
Dayne Anderson, City Hall
Jordan Singer, City Hall
Jason Bier, Police
Andy Beck, Fire
Stacy Benz, Public Works
Susan Harmon, Library
Jim Froehlich, Mayor
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:00
City Commission
205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 17:30
City Commission
Mandan City Commission to consider zoning code revisions and e-bike ordinance
The Mandan City Commission will hold a public hearing on revisions to the Land Use and Zoning Code, and consider first readings of ordinances on electric bicycles/micromobility devices, land use code sections, and sales tax. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, monthly bills, a special event permit, and a grant application.
- Public hearing on revisions to the Mandan Land Use and Zoning Code
- First consideration of Ordinance 1489 on electric bicycles, micromobility devices, and minibikes
- First reading of Ordinance 1490 re-enacting Land Use Code Sections 101 and 109
- First consideration of Ordinance 1491 on sales tax (Section 22-2-2(d))
- Approval of Special Event Permit for Liberty Heights Classic Car Show
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✓ Decided: Commission advances electric bike, zoning, and sales tax ordinances
The Mandan City Commission approved the first consideration of three ordinances: one regulating electric bicycles, micromobility devices, and minibikes; one re-enacting land use code sections; and one enacting a sales tax section. The commission also approved the consent agenda, including monthly bills, a special event permit, a public works framework, and a grant application. All votes were 4-0 with one commissioner absent.
- Approved first consideration of Ordinance 1489 on electric bicycles, micromobility devices, and minibikes (4-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 1490 re-enacting Land Use Code Sections 101 and 109 (4-0)
- Approved first consideration of Ordinance 1491 enacting Section 22-2-2(d) on sales tax (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including monthly bills, Liberty Heights Classic Car Show permit, Public Works Operational Leadership Framework, and JAG grant application (4-0)
- Approved August 4, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
Mandan City Hall, Ed "Bosh" Froehlich Meeting Room, Mandan
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PRELIMINARY AGENDA
CITY COMMISSION
AUGUST 18, 2026
ED “BOSH” FROEHLICH MEETING ROOM
MANDAN CITY HALL
5:30 PM
WWW.CITYOFMANDAN.COM
The public may access the LIVE meeting at:
Watch & Listen
Government Access (Midcontinent) cable channels 2 & 602 HD
Streaming LIVE at: tinyURL.com/FreeTV-602 and on Roku or Apple TV
Listen
Radio Access 102.5 FM
RadioAccess.org
Dial: +1 312 626 6799
Webinar ID: 835 2096 2973
Web: Mandan City
Commission Meeting
The City of Mandan is encouraging citizens to provide their comments for agenda items via
email to
[email protected]. Please provide your comments before Noon on the day of the
meeting. Include the agenda item number your comment references. Comments will be
forwarded to the Commissioners and appropriate departments.
A. ROLL CALL
1.
Roll call of all City Commissioners
B. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. ANNOUNCEMENTS
1.
Construction Project Updates
D. PUBLIC COMMENT
E. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
F. MINUTES
1.
Consider approval of the August 4, 2026 Board of City Commission Meeting
Minutes
Preliminary Agenda
Mandan City Commission
August 18, 2026
Page 2 of 3
G. PUBLIC HEARING
1.
Consider revisions to the Mandan Land Use and Zoning Code
H. BIDS
I.
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
Consider approval of monthly bills
2.
Consider approval of the Special Event Permit for Liberty Heights Classic Car
Show
3.
Public Works Operational Leadership Framework
4.
Consider approval of the City of Mandan …
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City of Mandan – City Commission
Minutes of August 18, 2026
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The Mandan City Commission met in regular session at 5:30 PM on August 18, 2026 in the Ed “Bosh”
Froehlich Meeting Room at City Hall, Mandan, North Dakota. Mayor Froelich called the meeting to
order.
A.
ROLL CALL
1. Roll call of all City Commissioners. Those present were Mike Braun, James Froelich, Ryan
Heinsohn, Heidi Belohlavek, Absent Commissioner Sjoberg. Department heads present were City
Administrator Neubauer, Assistant Finance Director Schulz, Assessor Markley, City Engineer Wigness,
Police Chief Ziegler, Building Official Singer, Public Works Director O'Keefe, Business Development &
Communications Director Cermak, Interim Planner Laqua, Communications Specialist Schmidt, CIS
Systems Administrator Weigel, Administrative Assistant Newman, and Attorney Oster.
B.
THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Construction Project Updates. City Engineer Wigness presented.
D.
PUBLIC COMMENT There were no public comments received prior to the start of the meeting.
E.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioner Braun moved and Commissioner Heinsohn seconded to
approve. Roll Call vote: Aye 4, Nay 0 None, Absent Commissioner Sjoberg. The motion passed.
F.
MINUTES
1. Consider approval of the August 4, 2026 Board of City Commission Meeting Minutes.
Commissioner Belohlavek moved and Commissioner Braun seconded to approve. Roll Call vote: Aye 4,
Nay 0 None, Absent Commissioner Sjoberg. …
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 10:00
City Commission
Mandan safety committee to review mental health, hazards, budget
The Mandan City Commission's Safety and Wellness Committee is meeting to discuss workplace safety and wellness topics, including a mental health presentation, review of safety reports, and new business items like emergency locations and workplace hazards. The committee will also review its budget of $915.85, which includes purchases for ice cleats and door stoppers, and discuss a draft safety policy guide.
- Mental Health in the Workplace presentation
- Review of Loss/Run, Safety Officer, and Near Miss reports
- New business: BCBSND.me, emergency locations in city buildings, departments' top 3 workplace safety hazards
- Safety Policy Guide draft review
- Budget update: $915.85, including ice cleats ($213.80) and door stopper ($70.35)
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Veterans Conference Room, Mandan
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Safety and Wellness Committee
Thursday, August 13, 2026
10:00 a.m.
Veterans’ Room
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AGENDA
A. Roll Call
B. Consider minutes from the July 9th meeting
C. Review of Monthly Meeting Topic
a. Mental Health in the Workplace
i. Mental Health Presentation
D. Review of Goals
E. Review of Loss/Run | Safety Officer Reports | Near Miss
Reports
F. New Business
a. BCBSND.me
b. Emergency Locations in City Buildings
c. Departments Top 3 Workplace Safety Hazards
i. Will review next meeting
d. Q3 Partner Hazard Inspection – Due September 30,
2026
G. Other Business
a. Safety Policy Guide – Draft
i. Safety Policy Guide - Draft
b. Q2 Hazards Inspections - Review
c. Phase 4 Ergonomic Grant
d. July Walking Challenge - Results
H. Budget Update
a. 2026 Budget: $915.85
i. Ice Cleats Purchase ($213.80)
ii. Door Stopper Purchase ($70.35)
I. Announcements/Reminders
a. Please send handouts for monthly topics to Cassidy by
the end of the month prior to being presented.
Committee Members:
Chairperson & Safety Coordinator
Amy Berger, HR
Human Resources
Cassidy Buchholz, HR
Safety Officer
Allan Decker, Police
Airport
Lindsay Gerhardt
Assessing
Kimberly Markley
Abby Varner
Building Inspection
Jordan Singer
Brittany Thomas
Business Development &
Communications
Madison Cermak
Kari Schmidt
Ashlee Newman
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General
Health Insurance Committee to review 2027 city renewals and plan options
The Mandan Health Insurance Committee is meeting to discuss the city's health insurance plans. They will receive an update from NDPHIT and review the 2027 renewal, including tier structure, loss ratios, and annual trends. The committee will also consider nine standardized plans that are optional in 2027 and required in 2028. No final decisions are expected; the meeting is for discussion and recommendations.
- 2027 City Renewals & Performance review
- Tier structure, loss ratios, and annual trends discussion
- Nine standardized plans: optional in 2027, required in 2028
- NDPHIT trust-wide performance overview
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205 2nd Ave NW, Mandan
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Health Insurance Committee
Thursday, August 13 2026
10:00 a.m.
Dykshoorn Conference Room
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AGENDA
A. Roll Call
B. Approval of Minutes
a. Minutes from September 24th, 2025 committee meeting
C. Business Items
a. NDPHIT update
i. Trust wide Performance Overview and information
b. 2027 City Renewals & Performance
i. 2027 Renewal
ii. Tier Structure | Loss Ratios | Annual Trends
iii. 9 standardized plans – optional in 2027 required in 2028.
D. Committee Discussion and Recommendations
E. Adjourn
Committee Members:
Amy Berger, HR
Jim Neubauer, Administration
Dayne Anderson, City Hall
Jordan Singer, City Hall
Jason Bier, Police
Andy Beck, Fire
Stacy Benz, Public Works
Susan Harmon, Library
Jim Froehlich, Mayor
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 07:30
Community Beautification Committee
Committee to review beautification nominations and Collins Ave art piece
The Community Beautification Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive status reports on the Beautification Recognition Program and the Collins Ave Water Reservoir Project art piece, and discuss other business including the Free Fall Landfill Week and committee vacancies. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- New Beautification Recognition submission: 210 Shady Lane
- Review program nominations through July 31, 2026
- Collins Ave Water Reservoir Project - art piece status
- Free Fall Landfill Week, Sept. 14-19
- Committee vacancy: Allen Wilson (term expires Dec. 31, 2026)
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COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
AGENDA
AUGUST 13, 2026
VETERAN'S CONFERENCE ROOM
CITY HALL, 205 SECOND AVENUE NW
7:30 AM
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A. INTRODUCTIONS
B. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
July 9, 2026
C. STATUS REPORTS
1.
Beautification Recognition Program
a.
New Submission: 210 Shady Lane
b.
Review Program Nominations through July 31, 2026
2.
Collins Ave Water Reservoir Project - Art Piece
D. OTHER BUSINESS
1.
Free Fall Landfill Week, Sept. 14-19
2.
Committee Vacancy - Allen Wilson (term expires Dec. 31, 2026)
a.
Committee members with terms expiring Dec. 31, 2026
3.
Committee Update
E. NOTE OF THANKS
1.
Any notes of thanks to send?
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F. FUTURE MEETINGS
1.
• Oct. 8 at 7:30 a.m.
• Dec. 10 at 7:30 a.m.
G. ADJOURN
Committee Members
Chairperson Layn Mudder
Term 2024-2026
Sarah Johnston - Term 2026-28
Brian Dehnert -Term 2025-27
Ben Kappel -Term 2026-28
Ruth MacDonald -Term 2025-27
Micaela Ranisate -Term 2026-28
Heidi Hughes -Term 2025-27
Allen Wilson -Term 2024*-26
Jim Neubauer - Administration
Jordan Singer - Building Official
Madison Cermak - Business Development &
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Jarek Wigness - …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $863,008 | LADUCER AND ASSOCIATES, INC. Department of the Interior · DATA ENTRY SUPPORT, |
| $215,994 | OPEN ROAD ENTERPRISES, INC Department of Agriculture · PURCHASE OF 10 UTVS |
| $125,133 | OPEN ROAD ENTERPRISES, INC Department of Agriculture · 2025 HONDA PIONEER SXS10M3DTLR TRAIL PIONEER UTV |
| $123,180 | WILLIAM KLESALEK Department of Agriculture · FENCING REPAIR |
| $104,360 | JANE R AZURE Department of the Interior · 2023 C-EB SCHOOL SPED CONSULTANT |
| $77,640 | JANE R AZURE Department of the Interior · C-EB SCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION CONSULTANT |
| $72,045 | OPEN ROAD ENTERPRISES, INC Department of Agriculture · UTV'S PURCHASE FOR 2 UTV'S FOR THE NPCNF |
| $54,137 | OPEN ROAD ENTERPRISES, INC Department of the Interior · MS-SANDHILL CRANE NWR-5 ATVS 4X4 |
| $50,645 | OPEN ROAD ENTERPRISES, INC Department of the Interior · REPLACE CALO DAMAGED UTVS |
| $42,725 | OPEN ROAD ENTERPRISES, INC Department of the Interior · PURCHASE OF FIVE (5) HONDA TRX420FA2 AND/OR HONDA TRX420FA2LV ATVS, BE |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
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Traffic fatalities2 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments895 (10,964 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,023/mo (495 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy13.4% (low numeracy 21% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$48.2M
Spending$52.1M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load HIGH
Outstanding debt$67.5M
Debt-to-revenue1.40×
Debt-load index82 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
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