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Williston public meetings in 2025

30 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 23, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

City Commission to consider rezoning Northview Subdivision from residential to industrial

The Williston City Commission will meet to consider a consent agenda that includes requests for public hearings on a comprehensive plan and zone change for Northview Subdivision from low-density residential to heavy industrial, and for an alcoholic beverage license for Pizza Ranch. The commission will also authorize advertising for bids on West Broadway and Sloulin North improvements, and approve memorandums of understanding with Williams County and the North Dakota Firefighters Association. Additionally, they will discuss 2026 business license renewals, adoption of the 2026 state building code, and an out-of-budget vehicle purchase.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

City Commission to consider utility rates, zoning changes, and inmate contract

The Williston City Commission will consider approving utility rate resolutions, a zone change to residential, and a contract amendment for confining city inmates. The meeting also includes public hearings on right-of-way petitions and bid openings for a sewer collection project.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved the meeting agenda unanimously

The City Commission unanimously approved the agenda for the December 9 meeting. They also approved the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting as part of the consent agenda. Additionally, the consent agenda included approval of listed payments for accounts, claims, and bills.

Tue Nov 25, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Williston considers consolidated utility fee schedule on second reading

The City Commission will hold a second reading of Ordinance 1174 to adopt a consolidated utility fee schedule, and hold a public hearing on a tax abatement for Menard, Inc. property for tax year 2023. The consent agenda includes license approvals, financial reports, and grant applications. Commissioners will also consider Flex PACE applications for several businesses and cemetery rate changes.

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✓ Decided: Williston City Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda

The commission approved the agenda by voice vote. The consent agenda was approved, including the November 10 minutes, business licenses, and the Chamber of Commerce Holiday Lights Parade street‑closure request. A series of city payments and reimbursements were authorized. No other substantive actions were recorded.

Mon Nov 10, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

City Commission to consider utility fees and downtown projects

The Williston City Commission will hold its regular meeting on November 10, 2025. The agenda includes a first reading of a consolidated utility fee schedule and several consent agenda items, such as streetlight pole installation and street closure requests for the Downtowners Holiday Stroll.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approved agenda and consent items

The commission approved the meeting agenda after a motion by Siemieniewski, seconded by Bervig. The consent agenda items—including approval of the October 28, 2025 minutes, business licenses, a street‑closure request for the Downtowners Holiday Stroll, and the October 23‑November 7, 2025 accounts, claims and bills—were approved. No other motions or votes were recorded.

Tue Oct 28, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Quest Properties real estate deals for Monroe Subdivision approved

The Williston City Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals such as minutes and business licenses, as well as several contract and land use items. Key items include real estate purchase agreements with Quest Properties for lots in the Monroe Subdivision, a bid advertisement for a Jet Truck Combo sewer collection system, and a quit‑claim deed for Fairground Road right‑of‑way. The commission will also review an ambulance billing agreement with Quick Med Claims, LLC and a petition to discontinue a street access easement in Bennett Industrial Park.

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✓ Decided: City Commission approved agenda changes and October 14 minutes

The commission approved the meeting agenda after removing item 3A and adding item 9A. They also approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were recorded.

Tue Oct 14, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Zone changes for Rosaaen Rearrangement near East Dakota Parkway

The City Commission will hold a public hearing on zone changes converting Rural Estate (R-1E) to Single Family Residential (R-1) for a 16,402-square-foot lot and to Parks & Open Space (P) for two lots totaling nearly 10 acres as part of the Rosaaen Rearrangement. Also up for public hearing are confirmations of special assessments for Sidewalk Improvement District 24-1 and lot mowing. The Commission will take second readings of ordinances setting commissioner salaries (Ordinance 1172) and making legislative updates (Ordinance 1173). Reports will include the 2024 city audit and a 2026 SAFER grant for the Fire Department.

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✓ Decided: City Commission unanimously approved agenda changes and meeting minutes

The commission added a 10A Cemetery Board appointment to the agenda and then approved the revised agenda, both by unanimous voice vote. The minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting were also approved as part of the consent agenda.

Tue Sep 23, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Williston commission to adopt 2026 budget, consider zone changes and ordinances

The City Commission will hold public hearings on the proposed 2026 budget (Resolution 25-019), a first-reading ordinance setting commissioner salaries (Ordinance 1172), and a first-reading legislative update (Ordinance 1173). They will also vote on the second reading of Ordinance 1168, which adds yard regulations, and consider a zone change request for the Rosaaen Rearrangement east of East Dakota Parkway. Additionally, the commission will discuss a resolution committing to the Energy Center Hockey/Convention Facility Project.

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✓ Decided: City Commission unanimously approves agenda and consent items

The commission voted unanimously to adopt the meeting agenda. It then approved the minutes from the September 9 and September 15 meetings, the listed business licenses, the Spooky Speedway street closure, and the September 4‑19 payments. No other substantive actions were taken.

Mon Sep 15, 2025

Special City Commission Meeting

✓ Decided: City Commission adjourned the special meeting unanimously

The commission reviewed the 2026 budget, noting a $2.2 million deficit and possible capital cuts, but took no formal action on budget items. The only formal action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously by voice vote. No other proposals were approved, denied, or tabled.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Special Assessment Board Meeting

Public hearing on Sidewalk Improvements Special Assessment District D24-1

The Special Assessment Board will hold a public hearing to consider any objections to special assessment improvement districts. The agenda includes a discussion of the Sidewalk Improvements District D24-1 and a review of Lot Mowing and Code Compliance Assessments identified as LM 25.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves sidewalk plan, lot mowing assessments, and extends member term

The Special Assessment Board approved the annual Sidewalk Improvement District D24‑1 plan after a presentation by City Engineer David Juma. It also approved the lot mowing assessments while deferring all CDP assessments per the settlement recommendation. Finally, the board voted to extend Jory Meyer’s term for another six years. All three actions passed by unanimous voice vote.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

City Commission will consider two agricultural-to-industrial zone change applications

The Williston City Commission will vote on two zoning changes, converting agricultural land to light industrial and general commercial uses. Commissioners will also review Ordinance 1168 on additional yard regulations (first reading) and Ordinance 1171 for a large‑format retailer alcoholic beverage license (second reading). Additional agenda items include contract approvals for engineering services and a pledge resolution for a park sales tax.

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Tue Aug 26, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Commission to consider zone change from Agriculture to Light Industrial for 6.10-acre tract

The Williston City Commission will set public hearings for September on two zone changes and a zoning ordinance amendment, and will hold readings on ordinances regarding disabled veteran parking and large-format retailer alcohol licenses. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, business licenses, a street closure request for a homecoming parade, and authorization to advertise for snow removal bids. The commission will also hear public comment and departmental reports.

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✓ Decided: City Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda

The commission approved the agenda as presented after a motion by Siemieniewski and a second by Gjovig. The vote was unanimous by voice. No other substantive actions were recorded in the minutes.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Williston City Commission to consider disabled veteran parking ordinance

The City Commission will meet to discuss various administrative approvals, including a right-of-way purchase and a new armory lease. The body will also hold a first reading of an ordinance regarding disabled veteran parking and open bids for roof improvements.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved consent agenda items, including a mobile food vendor license

The commission moved item 2A6 off the consent agenda by unanimous voice vote. The consent agenda was then approved, covering the July 22 minutes, a mobile food vendor license for Thai Tasty, a resolution supporting the Theodore Roosevelt Expressway, participation in the National Opioids Settlement, a new armory lease, and a community art display.

Fri Aug 8, 2025

Special City Commission Meeting

City Commission to review 2026 preliminary budget

The Williston City Commission is holding a special meeting to review the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026. The agenda includes public comment before the budget review. No other business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves 2026 preliminary budget and agenda

The City Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. A motion to approve the FY 2026 preliminary budget passed with a 5‑0 vote. The commissioners then unanimously adjourned the meeting.

Tue Jul 22, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Commission will consider extending the 1% sales tax for the parks district

The Williston City Commission will hold a second reading of Ordinance 1166 to extend and reenact the 1% sales and use tax for the Williston Parks and Recreation District. The meeting also includes approvals of minutes, several business and event‑center liquor licenses, and a review of recent accounts, claims, and bills. Additional agenda items cover street‑closure requests, contractor licenses, and a bid advertisement authorization.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners unanimously approved agenda changes and the meeting agenda

The commission voted unanimously to adopt the agenda changes (9C2 – City Attorney JPA) and to approve the agenda as presented. The consent agenda was approved, including the July 8, 2025 minutes, a mobile‑food vendor license for Rude Foods LLC, two street‑closure requests, and a list of city payments for July 3‑16, 2025.

Tue Jul 8, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

City Commission to consider extending 1% sales tax for Parks and Recreation District

The Williston City Commission will hold two public hearings on zone changes to allow general commercial uses. The board will also consider the first reading of Ordinance 1166 to extend the 1% sales tax for the Parks and Recreation District. Other agenda items include a commercial real estate purchase agreement, a request to advertise for bids for a building re-roof, and routine consent items.

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✓ Decided: City Commission met on July 8, 2025; no vote outcomes were recorded

The Williston City Commission met at 6:00 pm with all five commissioners present. A consent agenda was presented that included approval of the June 24, 2025 minutes, business licenses, a request for a public hearing on the Great Northern Event Center (Great Northern Events, the Mustang Room, 202 Brix), and two street‑closure requests (Main Street Market and Converge Community Worship Festival). The minutes do not record any vote totals or explicit approvals for these items.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Williston Commission to approve commercial property purchase and set zoning hearings

The commission will vote on a consent agenda that includes a commercial real estate purchase agreement for Lot 20, Block 16, Original Townsite (Resolution 25-014), along with routine approvals for minutes, licenses, and street closures. They will also consider requests to schedule public hearings on two zone changes (M-1 to C-2 and R-1 to C-2) for the July 8 meeting. Departmental reports and multiple grant applications, including Flex PACE, community, and childcare grants, are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved agenda change and consent items

The commission approved a change to the agenda adding item 8A – President of the Board by unanimous voice vote. They also approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the June 5 and June 10 meetings, business licenses, street‑closure requests, and a list of accounts, claims and bills for payment. No other motions were recorded.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

City Commission will vote to terminate TIF Districts 7, 8, 10, and 11

The Williston City Commission meeting will consider resolutions to end four Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts—Districts 7, 8, 10, and 11. The agenda also includes a bid opening for an engineering project on Sloulin Drive between 26th and 33rd Streets. Additional items are routine approvals such as minutes from the May 27 meeting and various departmental reports.

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✓ Decided: Commission added Engineering Emergency Project to agenda

The commission approved adding the 9E – Engineering Emergency Project to the agenda after a motion by Bekkedahl and second by Siemieniewski, passing unanimously by voice vote. The commissioners also approved the agenda as presented, again unanimously by voice vote. The consent agenda items – May 27 minutes, business licenses, and accounts, claims and bills for May 22‑June 4 – were approved.

Thu Jun 5, 2025

Special City Commission Meeting

Commission to vote on police chief appointment

At this special meeting, the Williston City Commission will consider and likely vote on appointing a new police chief. No other business is on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners appoint Steven Gutknecht as permanent Police Chief

The commission voted to appoint Captain Steven Gutknecht as the permanent Chief of Police. The motion passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. The agenda was approved by voice vote and the meeting was adjourned.

Tue May 27, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Williston Commission to vote on Sanford revenue bonds and construction zone speeding ordinance

The commission will hold a public hearing on Resolution 25-009 authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds by the South Dakota Health and Educational Facilities Authority for the benefit of Sanford. They will also consider second reading of Ordinance 1165, which addresses speeding in construction zones. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, business licenses, accounts, and contractor licenses. Reports include a final plat review for Corner Post Subdivision and a short plat review for Wegley Green Acres Subdivision.

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✓ Decided: City Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda

The commission voted unanimously by voice to adopt the agenda as presented. The consent agenda included approval of the Tax Equalization Meeting minutes from May 8, 2025 and the regular meeting minutes from May 13, 2025. The remainder of the meeting consisted of routine financial disbursements listed in the consent agenda.

Tue May 13, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Williston Commission to hold public hearing on Bakken Industrial Park zone change

The Board of City Commissioners will consider a zoning change for the Bakken Industrial Park and a request for a public hearing regarding revenue bonds for Sanford. The meeting also includes a purchase agreement with Cold Brew, LLC and a proposed ordinance regarding speeding in construction zones.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved agenda, April minutes, and financial claims

The City Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda by voice vote. The consent agenda items were approved, including the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes, business licenses, a request for a public hearing on May 27, 2025 (Resolution 25-008), and the accounts, claims, and bills for April 17‑May 7, 2025.

Thu May 8, 2025

Tax Equalization Meeting

Williston Board of Equalization to hear property assessment protests

The Williston Board of Equalization will present the tax assessment roll and annual report, then open a public hearing for audience comments and formal protests. After the hearing, the board will take actions on individual protests, consider corrections, exemptions, and applications for homestead and disabled veteran's credits, and review commissioner and office personnel properties.

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✓ Decided: Board declares 2025 assessments equalized

The Williston Board of Equalization voted unanimously to adopt several findings confirming the accuracy of property classifications, credit applications, employee property valuations, and the overall 2025 assessment roll. It then declared the City of Williston 2025 assessments equalized as presented. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

Tue Apr 22, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

City Commission to review Northstar Center subdivision and airport expansions

The Board of City Commissioners will consider a subdivision plat and development agreement for Northstar Center. The meeting includes reviews of airport construction change orders and a request for a future public hearing on a zone change for the Bakken Industrial Park.

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✓ Decided: City Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda

Commissioners voted to approve the agenda as presented, with a unanimous voice vote. The meeting also included routine items such as reading and approval of the April 8, 2025 minutes and processing of numerous city checks and payments. No other substantive motions or decisions were recorded.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Commission to vote on wildlife management and parking ordinances

The Williston City Commission will hold second readings and votes on five ordinances, including wildlife management and 48-hour parking restrictions. The board will also open bids for the landfill final cover project and consider a temporary freshwater line easement. Several proclamations and department reports are on the agenda, along with consent items such as minutes and claims approval.

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✓ Decided: Williston City Commission approved the agenda and consent items

The commission voted unanimously to approve the meeting agenda. The consent agenda, which included approval of the March 25 minutes and the March 20‑April 2 financial claims and bills, was also approved. No other substantive actions were taken.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Public hearing on Northstar Center subdivision and rezoning

The Williston City Commission will hold public hearings on Ordinance 1160 (removing 'food' from quasi-institutional definitions) and a proposed subdivision rezoning for Northstar Center. The consent agenda includes routine approvals, and multiple first-reading ordinances address animal penalties, building code penalties, wildlife management, and parking. The meeting also covers a bid opening for an underground wire replacement project and agreements for school resource officers and Sun Country Airlines.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved adding 2Fi Settlement Agreement to agenda

The commission moved to add the 2Fi Settlement Agreement to the meeting agenda. The motion was seconded and passed by unanimous voice vote. The commission then approved the full agenda, including the added item, also by unanimous voice vote.

Tue Mar 11, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Commission to consider setting public hearing for Northstar Center Subdivision and rezoning

The Williston City Commission will vote on the consent agenda including claims and licenses, and consider a request to set a public hearing for March 25 regarding a subdivision plat, land use designation change, transportation plan amendment, and rezoning for Northstar Center Subdivision. Other business includes a proposed zone change at 1402 West Broadway from commercial to multifamily, second reading of a liquor license ordinance amendment, and approval of a School Resource Officers MOU.

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Tue Feb 25, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Zone change from commercial to multifamily at 1402 W Broadway up for hearing

The Williston City Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed zone change from C-2 General Commercial to R-3 Lowrise Multifamily at 1402 W Broadway and on Ordinance 1157 amending the municipal liquor license ordinance. The commission will also discuss a budget amendment (Resolution 25-005) for Landfill & Care Flight, summer water rate changes, and a dangerous building hearing at 825 2nd Ave West. Additionally, bid openings for seal coat, striping, sidewalk, and police services are scheduled.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Commission to hear taxicab appeal, property tax exemption, and bids

The Williston City Commission will consider a taxicab license denial appeal, a resolution to amend a property tax exemption extension, and a dangerous building hearing. Bid openings for several roadway and detention pond improvements are scheduled. The commission will also discuss a $10,000 community enhancement request and a rental car operator agreement at the airport.

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Tue Jan 28, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting

Commission to consider Ordinance 1159 amendment on HUD‑exempt cross‑mod homes (2nd reading)

The Williston City Commission will hold a second reading of Ordinance 1159, amending Ordinance 613 to address HUD‑code exemptions for cross‑mod homes. A public hearing will be held for Michoacan Market LLC’s application for a new off‑sale beer license. The board will also authorize advertising for bids on the 2025 Sidewalk District 25‑1, 2025 Seal Coat Project, and 2025 Striping Project.

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Thu Jan 23, 2025

Special City Commission Meeting

Williston City Commission to hold special meeting for contract negotiation

The Board of City Commissioners will meet for a special session. The agenda consists of an executive session to discuss contract negotiations.

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Tue Jan 14, 2025

Regular City Commission Meeting (Pending Board Approval)

First reading on ordinance legalizing HUD-code crossmod homes

The commission will hold a public hearing and first reading on Ordinance 1159, which amends city code to add definitions and exemptions for crossmod homes built to HUD standards. They will also consider consent agenda items including business licenses and authorizations to advertise bids for road and drainage improvements. Bid openings are scheduled for refuse trucks, street milling, airport redevelopment, and a multi-purpose command vehicle.

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