{
 "city": "Ramsey County",
 "state": "North Dakota",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/ramseycountynd.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-670",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "County Commission",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-669",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Public hearing on channel maintenance in several townships and City of Crary",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Water Resource District Board of Managers will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to snag and clear a section of a natural water course. The project aims to remove surface water and debris to improve agricultural land and county and township roads.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-668",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07212026-668",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "County Commission",
   "headline": "County to consider 2027 budget and approve disaster declaration",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Commission will convene to approve minutes, bills, and the 2027 budget. The agenda includes a public hearing for a North Snag & Clear project and a resolution to approve a disaster declaration.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-667",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Public hearing on channel maintenance in six Ramsey County townships",
   "summary": "The Water Resource District Board will hold a public hearing on a request to snag and clear a section of natural water course across Minnewaukan, Morris, Noonan, Ontario, Hope, and Newbre townships. The board and county commission must attend and approve a Resolution of Necessity by two-thirds vote. The project aims to improve roads and agricultural land by removing sheet water and debris.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-665",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07072026-665",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Public hearing scheduled for the RC Snag & Clear North project at 8:30 AM",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Water Resource Board will approve June 2026 regular meeting minutes, June 2026 financial reports, and June 2026 bills. It will discuss several proposed Snag & Clear projects, including public hearings for the North and South projects and financing for Snag & Clear projects. Additional items include the Highland Center Stream Crossing, Cavanaugh Lake Culvert/Gate, an MSA amendment, a water complaint from Mike Ziegler, and a Fair Board Drain issue. The meeting will conclude with an open public comment period.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-666",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07072026-666",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "County Commission",
   "headline": "County Commission to consider Churchs Ferry property and approve liquor licenses",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Commission will hold a regular meeting to hear reports on an electrical upgrade in the courthouse basement and the opening of the courthouse shelter. Unfinished business includes discussion of the Churchs Ferry property and financials. New business includes approval of county liquor licenses as listed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-664",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06162026-664",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-11",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Water Board to consider emergency drain from Fenster Lake to Devils Lake",
   "summary": "The North Dakota Department of Water Resources is holding a meeting on June 11, 2026, to consider an emergency drain application from Fenster Lake in Ramsey County into Devils Lake. The Ramsey County Water Resource Board will provide a recommendation on the application after hearing from the applicant and affected parties.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-662",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06112026-662",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-11",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Water Board to discuss South and North projects and Fenster Lake drain application",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Water Resource board will hold a special meeting to review two proposed projects. The board will also consider an emergency drain application for Fenster Lake.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06112026-663",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06112026-663",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Water Board to approve May bills and discuss snag & clear projects",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Water Board will approve minutes, financial reports, and bills totaling $44,150. The agenda includes discussion on snag and clear projects, a 2027 budget, and water complaints.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-660",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06022026-660",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "County Commission",
   "headline": "2026 County Equalization Meeting on June 2 agenda",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Commission will hold its annual equalization meeting for property assessments. Unfinished business includes discussion of the Church Ferry property and planning for the 2027 budget. Reports will be given by the extension office and Lake Region Public Library on its 2025 annual report. Routine approvals of minutes, bills, treasurer's checks, and financial reports are also scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-661",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06022026-661",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "County Commission",
   "headline": "NDDOT US 2 improvement project from Elks Dr to Hefti Rest Area discussed",
   "summary": "The commission will discuss new business including the NDDOT US 2 improvement project and steps on the southend of the building. Unfinished business includes the Churchs Ferry property. Visitors and delegations are allowed 5 minutes to address the commission.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-659",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05192026-659",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Water Board to discuss North and South Snag & Clear Projects",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Water Resource board is holding a special meeting to discuss proposed snag and clear projects in the north and south areas.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-658",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05192026-658",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "County Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on Fancher Snag & Clear; wetland easement permit",
   "summary": "The commission will hold a public hearing for Fancher Snag & Clear, discuss a tourism update, and hear from the sheriff. New business includes the NDIRF annual meeting, abatements, and a Ramsey County wetland easement special use permit.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-657",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05052026-657",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Public hearing on channel snag & clear project in four Ramsey County townships",
   "summary": "The Board of Managers of the Ramsey County Water Resource District and the Ramsey County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on May 5, 2026 at 9:00 AM at the Ramsey County Courthouse. The hearing concerns a petition to snag and clear a section of a natural water course between NE¼ Section 21, T157N, R61W and SW¼ Section 25, T157N, R62W to remove sheet water and debris and improve township and county roads and agricultural land. The agencies must adopt a Resolution of Necessity approved by two‑thirds of each board and commission.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-652",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05052026-652",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Public hearing on Proposed Fancher Snag & Clear project",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Water Resource Board will hold a public hearing on the Proposed Fancher Snag & Clear project and conduct a second review of the 2027 budget. The board will also discuss cattail spraying decisions, with Grand Harbor-Dry Lake opting out for 2026, and consider stream crossing requests from Overland and Grand Harbor townships. Additional items include water concerns and funding options for water projects.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-656",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05052026-656",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "County Commission",
   "headline": "Ramsey County Commission to discuss bids and road/water projects",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Commission will convene a special meeting to discuss bid selections and road and water infrastructure projects. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 27, 2026, at 8:00 A.M. in the Commission Meeting Room.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04272026-654",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04272026-654",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-27",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Special meeting to discuss water management with Ramsey County Commissioners",
   "summary": "The Water Board will hold a special meeting to discuss water management strategies with Ramsey County Commissioners, focusing on protecting county and township infrastructure. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of a single discussion item.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04272026-655",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "County Commission",
   "headline": "County to consider opioid settlement with six remnant defendants",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 21, 2026. New business includes considering a letter of support for DL Outlets, a settlement in opioid litigation involving six remnant defendants, and a discussion on the VSO (Veterans Service Officer) position. The board will also receive a presentation from Steve Biby regarding bridge removal in Churchs Ferry and recognize National Fallen Firefighters Week.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-653",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04212026-653",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-17",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Water Board to discuss 2026 per-acre assessment amount",
   "summary": "The Grand Harbor Operating Committee is meeting to review financial reports and maintenance needs. The board will discuss the 2026 assessment amount per acre, which is currently $2.50.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04172026-651",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04172026-651",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-07",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Public hearing on Clara Bartlett watershed channel snag & clear project",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Water Board will hold a public hearing to consider a petition to snag and clear a section of the Clara Bartlett Watershed channel. The hearing will address a proposed project to remove surface water and debris to protect township and county roads and agricultural land. Approval requires a Resolution of Necessity signed by two‑thirds of each County Water Resource District Board and each County Commission.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04072026-648",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04072026-648",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-07",
   "body": "County Commission",
   "headline": "Commission will consider approving two abatements",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Commission will hold its regular meeting on April 7, 2026. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes, bills and the agenda, and a vote on two abatements. A public hearing on the Snag/Clear project for Clara Bartlett is scheduled for 3:00 PM at the Lakota Community Center.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04072026-650",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04072026-650",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-07",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Board will review culvert installation and assessment fees for local drainage projects.",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Water Resource Board will consider a culvert installation request for Sections 6‑Ontario and Noon Townships, originally requested in 2024. It will also discuss assessment fees of $0.75 for Hammer Sullivan and $2.50 for Dry Lake/Grand Harbor, as well as the first review of the 2027 budget. Additional items include a public hearing on the Clara Bartlett Snag & Clear project and updates on drainage assessments and spray programs.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04072026-649",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04072026-649",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-17",
   "body": "County Commission",
   "headline": "County Commission will consider a Home Rule Charter resolution and township fund balance",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Commission will meet on March 17, 2026. The agenda includes a resolution to adopt a Home Rule Charter and the approval of a township fund balance certification sheet. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes, the agenda, and a pledge of allegiance.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03172026-647",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03172026-647",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-03",
   "body": "Water Board",
   "headline": "Board will approve February 2026 water bill payments",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Water Resource Board will conduct routine business, including approval of prior meeting minutes, February 2026 financial reports, and February 2026 bills. The board will also review several project items such as a fishing pier, snag and clear work, a culvert recommendation, parcel removal, and a navigational buoy permit. The meeting is scheduled for March 3, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. at the Ramsey County Court House.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03032026-645",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03032026-645",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-03",
   "body": "County Commission",
   "headline": "Ramsey County Commission to discuss Model D Ordinance and Home Rule draft",
   "summary": "The Ramsey County Commission will meet to review financial reports and bills. The agenda includes unfinished business regarding a Model D Ordinance and a Home Rule draft. The County Highway Superintendent and the RC Water Resource District Board are also scheduled to appear.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03032026-646",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03032026-646",
   "source": "https://www.ramseycountynd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}