Ward County public meetings in 2021
44 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve year-end expenditures and discuss administrative updates. The agenda includes budget amendments and the 2022 redistricting of precincts.
- Approval of regular year end bills totaling $366,118.27
- Approval of Human Service Zone direct cost bills totaling $8,552.21
- Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Kenmare
- 2022 Liquor License for Veterans of Foreign Affairs
- January 2, 2022 Opioid Settlement deadline
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and HS Zone bills and conduct interviews for board openings. The commission will also discuss highway projects and 2022 election polling sites.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $781,020.74 and HS Zone Direct Cost Bills totaling $17,319.67
- Construction Engineering for Bridge Replacement project BRO-0051(055)
- Bids for Minuteman Missile Complex and Aggregate Surfacing
- Contracts for Domestic Violence Crisis Center, Lake County Historical Society, Minot Area Chamber EDC, Ryder Historical Society, and Thomas Law Firm/Timothy C. Wilhelm Law Firm
- Approval of 2022 liquor licenses and a Habitat for Humanity Northern Lights raffle permit
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The Ward County Human Service Zone Board will review November 2021 fiscal reports and budget recaps. The body is scheduled to discuss a temporary position for a retired director, a new on-call pay policy, and COVID bonus recommendations.
- Review of November 2021 expenditures, bills, and budget revenue
- Discussion of Emergency Temp position for retired Director
- New On Call Pay policy effective 2021
- COVID Bonus Recommendations
- Youthworks/Attendant Care Shelter discussion
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is holding a special meeting for full-day department head evaluations. The schedule includes reviews for various county officials from emergency management to facilities.
- Emergency Manager evaluation
- Veterans Services Director evaluation
- Superintendent of Schools evaluation
- County Recorder evaluation
- Tax Director evaluation
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will conduct interviews for board openings and elect a new Chairman and Vice Chairman. The body will also review bills totaling $317,206.09 and consider several departmental requests.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $298,490.19 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $18,715.90
- Request for bids for a new van and a new police specific vehicle for the Sheriff
- Resolution of Award for the Sawyer/Velva Township bridge replacement
- Review of four plat applications
- Approval of Quit Claim deeds for foreclosed properties sold at auction
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is meeting to discuss a remodel for the NDSU Extension. The board will also review a special event permit and a gaming site authorization.
- NDSU Extension remodel
- Special Event Permit for Pink ’s Bar & Grill
- Gaming Site Authorization for North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and HS Zone Direct Cost bills. The agenda includes a public hearing on a right-of-way vacation and updates on American Rescue Plan Act funds.
- Regular bills totaling $708,754.42
- HS Zone Direct Cost bills totaling $14,063.60
- Public hearing regarding Right-of-Way Vacation
- American Rescue Plan Act Cornyn-Padilla Amendment update
- Court Facilities Improvement Grant Funds Application
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The Ward County Human Service Zone Board will review fiscal reports from October 2021 and discuss a General Assistance Policy effective January 1, 2022. The board is also considering approval for an emergency temporary position to bring back a retired Director for training and management assistance.
- General Assistance Policy effective 1/1/22
- Board approval for Emergency Temporary position for retired Director
- October 2021 expenditures, bills, and budget reports
- Covid Shelter and Shelter Care updates
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to review bills and discuss personnel policies. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding minimum sales prices for properties foreclosed prior to 2021. The board will also consider equipment bids and a plat application.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $170,019.02 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $10,332.48
- Public hearing on minimum sales price for foreclosed properties prior to 2021
- 2022 equipment bids and County Road 12 pipe repair
- Plat application review
- Discussion on Funeral Leave Policy and pay amendments
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Facilities Management Director position. Five applicants are scheduled for interviews throughout the morning.
- Interviews for Facilities Management Director: Chad Warren, Galen Lakoduk, Brian Vangsness, Leanna Leavitt, and Dalen Humphreys
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to review bills and hold a public hearing regarding the minimum sale price of foreclosed properties. The agenda includes discussions on a Facilities Director position, pay amendments, and an IT proposal. The board will also review Attorney General opinions on a 2nd Amendment resolution and vaccine passports.
- Public hearing on minimum sale price of foreclosed properties
- Approval of regular bills totaling $491,488.55 and HS Zone Direct Cost Bills totaling $17,086.78
- Review of Nimble Proposal from IT Director Jason Blowers
- Maintenance Certification for County Federal Aid Projects
- Approval of Quit Claim deeds for foreclosed property redeemed by owner
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review September 2021 fiscal reports and recruitment data. Members are scheduled to discuss the Project Bee Warming Center and LIHEAP heating assistance. The meeting also includes updates on the Covid shelter and the Director position.
- Project Bee Warming Center
- LIHEAP- Heating Assistance
- September 2021 expenditures, bills, and budget reports
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Covid Shelter and Shelter Care updates
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct a final review of the budget. The body will discuss and vote on the budget's approval.
- Final Budget Review and approval
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to review the final budget and approve bills totaling $165,987.29. The agenda includes discussions on infrastructure projects and the selection of a property/liability insurance agent.
- Approval of regular bills ($156,853.10) and HS Zone Direct Cost bills ($9,134.19)
- Sawyer/Velva Township Bridge and County Road 1 & 2 Pavement Overlay projects
- Rushville Township Plat recommendation
- Setting minimum sale prices for foreclosed properties
- Final Budget Review
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the budget. A special meeting will follow the hearing to discuss health insurance options.
- Budget public hearing
- Special meeting to discuss Health Insurance Option
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board is reviewing fiscal reports for August 2021 and discussing in-agency Covid requirements. The meeting includes updates on the Covid shelter and the Baby Safe Haven Law. The Director's report notes that the Zone Director position closes on September 22, 2021.
- August 2021 expenditures, bills, and budget revenue reports
- In-agency Covid requirements
- Zone Board change effective January 1, 2022
- Baby Safe Haven Law
- Zone Director position closing September 22, 2021
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve expenditures and discuss the American Rescue Plan Act. The agenda includes reports on burn bans, plat applications, and the ending of the Families First Coronavirus Act Policy. The board will also hold an executive session regarding the Pietsch vs. Ward County case.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $532,043.98 and HS Zone Direct Cost Bills totaling $1,228.20
- American Rescue Plan Act discussion with Moore Engineering, Inc.
- Burn ban report from Minot Rural Fire Department Chief
- Plat applications review by Planning & Zoning Administrator
- Raffle permits for Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, and Minot Public School Foundation
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will review bills totaling $434,365.16 and hold public hearings regarding the Souris Joint Water Resource District and a zoning ordinance amendment. The board will also discuss the 2022 health insurance plan renewal and a 2nd Amendment resolution.
- Regular bills totaling $426,386.96 and HS Zone Direct Cost Bills totaling $7,978.20
- Public hearing on Souris Joint Water Resource District eminent domain
- Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment
- 2022 Health Insurance Plan Renewal
- Foreclosed property memo for 1501 16th St NW
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review health insurance renewal and conduct budget discussions.
- Health insurance renewal presented by Human Resources Director Tammy Terras
- Budget discussion presented by Auditor/Treasurer Marisa Haman
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve expenditures and receive updates on county projects. The agenda includes discussions on a highway widening project and a compensation study.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $1,543,737.23 and HS Zone Direct Cost Bills totaling $6,904.70
- Sliver Widening Project update from Highway Engineer Dana Larsen
- Plat application and Zoning Ordinance Amendment update
- Compensation study update and pay amendments
- Youthworks Shelter Care MOU and request
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The Ward County Human Service Zone Board will review fiscal reports from July 2021 and discuss the 2022 budget. The meeting includes updates on shelter care, including shower installation and service contracts, and COVID-19 performance bonuses.
- 2022 HSZ Budget
- Shelter Care shower installation and cost
- Shelter Care Service Contract Extension
- Shelter Care Building Use Contract
- Covid Performance bonuses
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will review the 2022 preliminary budget and discuss the investment of American Rescue Plan Act funds. The meeting includes reviews of regular bills and various department updates regarding zoning, taxes, and facilities.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $366,831.82 and HS Zone Direct Cost bills totaling $28,399.58
- Review of 2022 Preliminary Budget and setting of budget hearing date
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment and Plat Applications
- Investment of American Rescue Plan Act funds
- Liquor License for Superpumper, Inc. and Gaming Site Authorizations
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and HS Zone bills and discuss 2nd Amendment resolutions. The meeting includes updates on the Mouse River Enhanced Flood Projection Project and a hearing for an abatement request.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $459,827.01 and HS Zone Direct Cost Bills totaling $4,706.73
- 2nd Amendment resolution discussion
- Mouse River Enhanced Flood Projection Project update
- Discussion on Annual Leave Policy and pay amendments
- Abatement Request Hearing
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review fiscal reports for June 2021 and discuss the 2022 HSZ Budget. The meeting also includes discussions on Covid performance bonuses and personnel updates.
- Review of June 2021 expenditures, bills, and budget revenue reports
- Discussion of 2022 HSZ Budget
- Discussion of Covid performance bonuses
- Review of FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Discussion of shelter care
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is meeting to begin budget discussions. The session is scheduled to recess and continue on July 19, 2021.
- Budget discussions
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to review gaming site authorizations. The discussion focuses on four specific locations on the Fairgrounds.
- Gaming site authorizations for Carousel Pub
- Gaming site authorizations for Spicy Pie
- Gaming site authorizations for Flickertail
- Gaming site authorizations for TJ Murphy’s
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will review minutes from June meetings and approve regular and Human Services Zone bills. The agenda includes discussions on tax roll adjustments, special use and plat applications, and setting budget hearing dates.
- Regular bills totaling $587,719.73
- Human Services Zone Direct Cost Bills totaling $13,592.92
- Special Use Permit and Plat Applications
- Setting Budget Hearing dates for the week of July 12 - July 17
- Gaming Site Authorizations for North Dakota State Fair locations
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet for a special session to review a gaming site authorization. The board will also hold a discussion regarding fireworks.
- Gaming Site Authorization for Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 753
- Discussion on fireworks
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is meeting to approve regular and HS Zone bills and discuss the Mouse River Enhanced Flood Protection Project. The agenda includes updates on the Des Lacs Auto Tour rehabilitation and preliminary budget discussions for health insurance premiums.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $246,753.52 and HS Zone Direct Cost bills totaling $13,310.73
- Mouse River Enhanced Flood Protection Project purchase agreement and maintenance
- Rehabilitation of Des Lacs Auto Tour
- Preliminary budget discussion regarding health insurance premiums and pay amendments
- Safety concerns regarding 2100 20th Avenue E, Minot
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review May 2021 fiscal reports, including expenditures, revenue, and recruitment data. Members will discuss the Youthworks Shelter Bed Program and the 2021 budget recalculation.
- May 2021 expenditures and bills
- Budget Recap Expenses and Revenue Reports for May 2021
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Youthworks Shelter Bed Program
- 2021 Budget Recalculation
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and HS Zone bills. The agenda includes discussions on the Mouse River Enhanced Flood Projection Project and preliminary budget planning. The board will also review planning and zoning variances and plat applications.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $197,150.88 and HS Zone Direct Cost Bills totaling $9,211.84
- Mouse River Enhanced Flood Projection Project update
- Preliminary budget discussion and compensation study
- Planning & Zoning variance and plat applications
- Crime Victim/Witness fee agreement
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding a YMCA bond resolution and moving permits. The body will also review bills totaling $248,019.00 and discuss infrastructure projects including the Sawyer Bridge Replacement.
- Approval of regular bills ($240,482.96) and HS Zone Direct Cost Bills ($7,536.03)
- Public hearing and bond resolution for YMCA MIDA
- Bids for reinforced concrete box culvert installation on County Road 12
- Cost participation and maintenance agreement for Sawyer Bridge Replacement Project
- Request for purchase of a new or used Bobcat
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review April 2021 fiscal reports and budget recaps. Members are scheduled to discuss the Youthworks Shelter Bed program and a Covid Shelter. The Director will provide updates on 2021 and 2022 budgets and the Economic Assistance Redesign.
- Youthworks Shelter Bed program
- Covid Shelter discussion
- April 2021 expenditures and bills
- 2021 & 2022 Budgets
- Economic Assistance Redesign Update
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct a strategic discussion regarding the Health Insurance Plan. This item is presented by Human Resources Director Tammy Terras.
- Strategic discussion regarding Health Insurance Plan
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will review meeting minutes and approve regular bills totaling $225,610.59. The agenda includes public hearings for moving permits and variances, as well as discussions regarding employee benefits and pay amendments.
- Regular bills totaling $225,610.59
- HS Zone Direct Cost Bills totaling $6,135.01
- Public hearing for a moving permit
- Public hearing for a variance
- Employee antibody testing benefit and pay amendments
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss items presented by the Planning & Zoning Administrator. The session focuses on plat requests and actions taken by the Rushville Township Board.
- Plat requests
- Rushville Township Board action
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and HS Zone bills and discuss foreclosed property sales. The agenda includes a public hearing on moving permits and a review of a connector study for SW and SE roads. The board will also consider a liquor license for the Minot Gun Club.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $283,709.57 and HS Zone Direct Cost bills totaling $4,587.93
- Foreclosed property sales to Realistic Aspirations and Michael Pankow
- Public hearing regarding moving permits
- Liquor license approval for Minot Gun Club
- SW and SE Connector Study
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board is meeting to approve previous minutes and review financial reports from March 2021. Members will discuss unfinished business regarding FC Ascend tracking and YW Shelter/Attendant Care.
- March 2021 expenditures and bills
- March 2021 Budget Recap Expenses
- March 2021 Budget Revenue Report
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Personnel and redesign updates
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and HS Zone bills and conduct public hearings on two variances. The agenda includes discussions on highway facilities, coronavirus act policies, and a special election in Surrey.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $271,270.97 and HS Zone Direct Cost bills totaling $13,159.40
- Public hearings for two variances and review of four plats
- Discussion on Old Highway Department Facility and 2021 Crack Sealing
- Surrey Special Election scheduled for July 20, 2021
- Liquor license approval for Kenmare Country Club
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The Ward County Human Service Zone Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the Youth Works Safe Bed/Youth Shelter Program.
- Youth Works Safe Bed/Youth Shelter Program
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and HS Zone direct cost bills. The agenda includes discussions on a county burn declaration and pay amendments. The board will also review reports from the Auditor/Treasurer and the Sheriff's Department.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $208,416.45 and HS Zone Direct Cost Bills totaling $5,034.50
- County Burn Declaration presented by Rural Fire Chief Rex Weltikol
- Approval of striping bid presented by Highway Engineer Dana Larsen
- Pay amendments presented by Human Resources Director Tammy Terras
- Approval of County deeds for foreclosed property sold by realtor
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review February 2021 fiscal reports including expenditures, expenses, and revenue. Discussion items include the Shelter Care/Safe Bed program and updates regarding board training and organization.
- Review of February 2021 expenditures and bills
- Budget Recap Expenses for February 2021
- Budget Revenue Report for February 2021
- Shelter Care/Safe Bed program discussion
- Update on Board training and organization
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular bills and HS Zone direct cost bills. The agenda includes discussions on inmate health services, tax roll adjustments, and library funding. The board will also consider variance and plat approvals.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $6,229,844.11 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $256.88
- Agreement for providing inmate health services
- Approval of one variance and six plats
- Pay amendments and compensation study for department head positions
- Offers to purchase foreclosed properties and approval of Quit Claim Deeds
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review and file expenditure reports, budget recaps, and revenue reports for December 2020 and January 2021. Members will also discuss updates regarding the Youth Works contract, Covid shelter, and the Kenmare office.
- January 2021 expenditures and bills
- Budget Recap Expenses for December 2020 and January 2021
- Budget Revenue Report for December 2020 and January 2021
- Foster Home Recruitment and Retention Fund review
- Youth Works Contract update