Williston public meetings in 2023
30 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular City Commission Meeting
The commission will consider ordinance amendments to Chapter 12 of the municipal code and a request for a public hearing regarding an improvement district. The agenda also includes discussions on property tax exemptions for new homes and landfill equipment bidding.
- Ordinance 1154: Amendments to Chapter 12 - Code of Municipal Ordinances
- Public hearing request for Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District 24-02
- Authorization to bid on a landfill compactor
- New Home Property Tax Exemption (Resolution 23-030) and permit fee waiver
- AE2S Task Order #35 for Regional Williston WTP Residuals Pond #3 Relining
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will review various administrative items including business and contractor licenses. Discussion includes infrastructure projects, airport service agreements, and several proposed resolutions regarding cemetery rates, property tax exemptions, and hazard mitigation.
- 2024 Sidewalk District 24-01 authorization to bid
- Watermain replacement bids for 14' Street West, 9°" Avenue West and Jackson Place
- Resolution 23-029 regarding Cemetery Rate Changes
- Resolution 23-031 regarding Williams County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Resolution 23-030 regarding New Home Property Tax Exemption and permit fee waivers
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Williston City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a tax abatement for Wildcat Roers Harvest Hills 1, LLC. The agenda also includes a street closure request for the Downtowners Holiday Stroll and updates on water and sewer improvements.
- Public hearing for Wildcat Roers Harvest Hills 1, LLC property tax abatement
- Street closure request for Williston Downtowners Holiday Stroll
- Bid opening for 2024 Transportation Alternative Project Grant
- Progress report on dangerous building at 6624 16 Avenue West
- Resolutions for Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District 24-02
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Williston City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a property tax abatement. The agenda also includes authorization to bid on a watermain replacement project and reviews of economic development applications. Additionally, the commission will consider a lease agreement for an Engine 3 replacement.
- Public hearing for Craig and Christine Hoglund property tax abatement
- Authorization to bid on 14th Street West, 9th Avenue West, and West Jackson Place watermain replacement project
- Engine 3 replacement lease agreement (Resolution 25-019)
- Flex PACE applications for Palmer Bit, Papa Murphy's Pizza, and Scully Design Build, Inc.
- Daycare grant application for Bright Beginnings
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Williston City Commission will review a loan application for the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act. The meeting also includes progress reports on several dangerous buildings and an agreement regarding city inmate confinement with Williams County.
- ND Department of Environmental Quality loan application (Resolution 22-036)
- Dangerous building progress reports for 423 4" Avenue West, 6624 16" Avenue West, and 518 15* Avenue East
- Confinement of City Inmates Agreement with Williams County
- Renaissance Zone Board and Downtown Design Review Board appointments
Regular City Commission Meeting
The commission will conduct public hearings regarding a hotel liquor license and special assessments for parking lot and sidewalk improvements. The agenda also includes bid openings for snow removal and updates on dangerous buildings. Additionally, the board will review lease agreements with Williams County.
- Public hearing for Four Points Williston Hotel/Motel beer and liquor license
- Confirmation of special assessments for parking lot and sidewalk improvements
- Bid openings for 2023-2024 and 2024-2024 snow removal
- Progress reports on dangerous buildings at 423 4" Avenue West, 6624 16" Avenue West, and 518 1%t Avenue East
- Review of lease agreements with Williams County for municipal court and police
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 City of Williston Budget. The agenda also includes dangerous building hearings and reviews of various business and grant applications.
- Public hearing for the 2024 City of Williston Budget (Resolution 23-017)
- Dangerous building hearings at 423 4 Avenue West and 6624 16th Avenue West
- Change Order #1 for Williston Landfill Cells 1-4 Final Cover Phase 1
- Liquor license public hearing request for Four Points Williston Hotel
- Construction services for De-ice Apron Expansion
Special City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will meet for a special session to conduct a preliminary discussion regarding the 2024 City of Williston Budget. This meeting is scheduled for September 25, 2023.
- 2024 City of Williston Budget — Preliminary Discussion
Special Assessment Meeting
The City of Williston is holding a public hearing to address objections to proposed special assessments. The meeting covers improvements related to parking lots, lot mowing, code compliance, and sidewalks.
- Parking Lot Improvement PL-23
- Lot Mowing & Code Compliance Assessments
- Sidewalk Improvements D22-1
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Williston City Commission will consider street closures for the Williston High School Homecoming Parade and review the 2023 S&P Global credit rating. The agenda also includes a first reading of ordinances regarding off-road recreational vehicles and dangerous building hearings.
- Authorization to bid for 2025-2024 snow removal (Streets Department)
- Bid opening for De-ice Apron Expansion at the airport
- First reading of Ordinances 1149 and 1150 regarding off-road recreational vehicles
- Dangerous building hearing for 6624 16th Avenue West
- Consultant selection for the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Action Plan
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Williston City Commission will conduct a first reading for ordinances 1149 and 1150 regarding off-road recreational vehicles. The agenda also includes an NDDOT right-of-way purchase offer for the Highway 2, 26th St & 2nd Avenue West intersection project. Additionally, the commission will review an amendment to the Renaissance Zone Development Plan.
- First reading of Ordinances 1149 and 1150 regarding off-road recreational vehicles
- NDDOT right-of-way purchase offer for Highway 2, 26th St & 2nd Avenue West intersection project
- Amendment to the Renaissance Zone Development Plan
- Dangerous building hearing for 423 4th Avenue West
- Special alcoholic beverage license for Williston Parks & Recreation Foundation Hometown Healing Concert
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Williston City Commission will review business licenses and street closure requests for the Chokecherry Festival. The agenda also includes requests for public hearings on the 2024 city budget and organized racetracks in residential zones.
- Request for a public hearing on the 2024 City of Williston Budget
- Request for a public hearing regarding organized racetracks in residential zones
- Street closure request for CVB Chokecherry Festival
- Flex PACE application for Rauch Resources
- C4 Facade Grant for American Legion, Edgar M. Boyd Post 37
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will review a grant application for the US-2/Williston Square intersection and an authorization to bid for SS4A Grant RFQs. The agenda also includes a dangerous building review for 607 7 Avenue West and cemetery rate adjustments.
- Grant application for US-2/Williston Square intersection (Resolution 23-015)
- Authorization to bid for SS4A Grant Action Plan Project RFQs
- Dangerous building review hearing at 607 7 Avenue West
- Cemetery rate verbiage adjustment (Resolution 23-016)
- Street closure request for Opportunity Foundation 40 Year Celebration
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Williston City Commission will consider two proposed zoning changes and two ordinances on second reading. The agenda also includes a street closure request for the Main Street Market and an air service agreement review.
- Proposed zone change from M-1 to C-2 at 3120 2" Avenue East
- Proposed zone change from A to C-3 at 1905 14 Street West
- Second reading of Ordinance 1147 (Open Burning) and Ordinance 1148 (Special Event Permits)
- Street closure request for Williston Downtowners Main Street Market
- Air Service Agreement regarding Sun Country Airlines
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Williston City Commission is reviewing requests for public hearings regarding two zoning changes, including one for a new restaurant in the Thomas Subdivision. The agenda also includes ordinances for open burning and special event permits. Additionally, the commission will address airport revenue bond conversions.
- Public hearing request to rezone Lot 7 of Thomas Subdivision from M-1 to C-2 for a restaurant
- Public hearing request to rezone part of Lot 2 of Hagan-Milestone Subdivision from A to C-3
- Ordinance 1147 regarding open burning
- Ordinance 1148 regarding special event permits
- Purchase of a 1/2 ton crew cab pickup for Forestry
Regular City Commission Meeting
The commission will consider authorization to bid on the 2023 Underground Wire Replacement Project and a street closure request for Summer Nights on Main. The agenda also includes reviewing business licenses, daycare grant applications, and an airport services agreement.
- Authorization to bid for 2023 Underground Wire Replacement Project (Street Lights)
- Street closure request for Williston Downtowners Summer Nights on Main
- Bid opening for a Recycle Center baler
- Flex PACE application for Braaten Plumbing
- Daycare Grant Application for Teensy Toes Daycare
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will conduct public hearings for Drainage Improvement District 23-02 and review subdivision plat applications. The agenda also includes reviewing economic development grant applications and Flex PACE applications. Additionally, the board will consider street closure requests for local events.
- Public hearing for Drainage Improvement District 23-02
- Final and preliminary plat reviews for Bethel and Hagan subdivisions
- Economic development grant applications for XWA 2024 Airshow and WAEDG/WSC Daycare
- Safe Streets for All Grant Award Agreement
- Street closure requests for American Legion Memorial Day Program and MonDak Animal Rescue
Special City Commission Meeting
The Williston City Commission will hold a special meeting on May 11, 2023. The agenda is limited to an executive session regarding contract negotiation.
- Executive session for contract negotiation
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Williston City Commission will review several items including bid openings for airport and fire station equipment. The agenda also includes an authorization to bid on a recycle center baler and a library agreement amendment.
- Bid openings for airport snow blower and plow & broom equipment
- Bid openings for apparatus bay floor and front pad at Fire Station 1
- Authorization to bid on a baler for the Recycle Center
- Review of flowline easement for Grayson Mill Williston – Williston Pad
- Joint Powers Agreement Amendment for Williston Community Library
Special City Commission Meeting
The Board of City Commissioners will hold a special meeting on April 27, 2023. The agenda includes an executive session regarding contract negotiation.
- Executive Session — Contract Negotiation
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Williston City Commission will discuss several development and funding items, including an RFP for Williston Square Housing. The agenda also includes public hearings for a transportation grant and fire station painting. Additionally, the commission will review subdivision platting and various grant applications.
- Authorization to bid on the Williston Square Housing RFP
- Public hearing for the 2023 Transportation Alternative Project Grant
- Ordinance 1145 regarding a petition to repeal specific ordinance sections
- Full plat review for Bethel Subdivision at 1515 24th Avenue West
- Review of community and childcare grant applications
Tax Equalization Meeting
The Local Board of Equalization will review the assessment roll and annual report. The meeting includes a public hearing for audience comments and formal protests regarding residential and commercial recommendations. The board will also process applications for exemptions and various tax credits.
- Presentation of Assessment Roll and Annual Report
- Residential and commercial property recommendations
- Public hearing for audience comments and protests
- Review of exemptions and credit applications
- Processing of Homestead and Veteran’s Credit Applications
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will review recent accounts, claims, and business licenses. The agenda includes authorizations to bid on airport apron expansion and several infrastructure projects for Fire Station 1. A hearing regarding a dangerous building at 518 1st Avenue East is also scheduled.
- Authorization to bid: Aircraft De-Ice Apron Expansion (XWA)
- Authorization to bid: Station 1 concrete, floor, and foundation work
- Bid opening: One half-ton crew cab pickup for Forestry
- Bid opening: Williston Square QSR sign
- Dangerous building hearing: 518 1st Avenue East
Regular City Commission Meeting
The commission will review cemetery rate changes under Resolution 23-006 and conduct a bid opening for the Landfill Cells 1-4 Final Cover Phase. The agenda also includes reviews of subdivision plats and a dangerous building hearing.
- Cemetery Rate Changes (Resolution 23-006)
- Landfill Cells 1-4 Final Cover Phase bid opening
- Short Plat for Bethel Lutheran Nursing
- Short Plat Review for SR Subdivision
- Dangerous Building Hearing at 607 7th Avenue West
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change for several lots in the Original Townsite. The agenda also includes reviewing grant applications for economic development and childcare, as well as authorizations to bid on equipment and fire station improvements.
- Proposed zone change from M-1 to C-3 for lots in the Original Townsite
- Authorization to bid for a 1/2 ton crew cab pickup for Forestry
- Bid opening for 2023 Sidewalk Improvements District D23-1
- Review of Flex PACE, community, and childcare grant applications
- Authorization to bid for painting and flooring at fire stations
Special City Commission Meeting
The Board of City Commissioners will meet for a special session to conduct an executive session regarding contract negotiations. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Executive session regarding contract negotiation
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Commission will consider a request for a public hearing regarding a zoning change at 107 Washington Avenue. The agenda also includes a second reading of an ordinance on lobbyist services and authorizations to bid on fire station improvements.
- Request for public hearing for a zone change at 107 Washington Avenue
- Authorization to bid on painting for Fire Stations 2 and 3
- Authorization to bid on flooring for Fire Station 1
- Second reading of Ordinance 1144 regarding Lobbyist Services
- Discussion of Head Start Special Assessments Waiver
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will consider resolutions regarding the Williston Energy Center Project and the Neighborhood Revitalization Program. The agenda also includes authorization to bid on sidewalk improvements and landfill cover projects.
- Resolution 23-005: Support of Williston Energy Center Project
- Authorization to bid on Sidewalk Improvement District 23-01
- Ordinance 1144: Lobbyist Services (First Reading)
- Resolution 23-003: Neighborhood Revitalization Program
- Bid openings for auctioneer, wrecker, and SUV procurement
Regular City Commission Meeting
The Williston City Commission will conduct a second reading of an ordinance regarding liquor license holder payments. The agenda also includes a purchase agreement for Taco Bell and authorizations to bid on various police and engineering services.
- Second reading of Ordinance 1143 amending liquor license holder payments
- Purchase Agreement — Taco Bell
- Authorization to bid for auctioneer and wrecker services (Police)
- Bid opening for four new steel compactor wheels (Landfill)
- Short plat rearrangement for Bar Nothing Estates
Regular City Commission Meeting
The City Commission will consider ordinances regarding liquor license payments and hotel/motel provisions. The agenda also includes bids for various snow removal equipment and a fire department SUV. Additionally, the commission will review an intersection improvement change order.
- Ordinance 1142: Amending alcoholic beverage license provisions for hotels and motels
- Ordinance 1143: Amending required payments for liquor license holders
- Bids for plow truck, snowblower, tractor, and fire department SUV
- Change Order 1 for 9th Avenue and 26th Street intersection improvements
- Epping Fire Protection District Automatic Aid Agreement