Ward County public meetings in 2022
43 substantive meetings from 2022, 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 bills and budget amendments. The meeting includes reviews of foreclosed property bids and raffle permits.
- Year end bills totaling $413,089.63
- Human Service Zone direct cost bills totaling $8,608.19
- Budget amendments for Highway Engineer and Emergency Management Director
- Foreclosed property bids
- Raffle permits for Firefighters Local 1157 and North Dakota Youth Archery Advisory Committee
The Board approved regular bills totaling $413,089.63 and Human Service Zone bills of $8,608.19. They authorized budget amendments for road construction and hazard mitigation planning. One bid for foreclosed properties was approved, while another was denied.
- Approved regular bills totaling $413,089.63 and Human Service Zone bills totaling $8,608.19 (All yes)
- Approved $247,056.76 budget amendment for Highway Department 'Road Construction' (All yes)
- Approved $37,657.51 budget amendment for Multi Hazard Mitigation Plan (All yes)
- Approved $1,262.82 bid for foreclosed parcels #KM180120000100 and #KM270240200010 (All yes)
- Denied $20.00 bid for foreclosed parcels #KM200062000050 and #KM200062000090 (1-3)
- Approved request to consult State's Attorney regarding public use stipulations for foreclosed property (All yes)
- Approved cancellation of outstanding checks (All yes)
- Approved raffle permits for Firefighters Local 1157 and ND Youth Archery Advisory Committee (All yes)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board approved regular and Human Service Zone bills totaling $390,000.74 and awarded bids for two new trucks. Other actions included approving a budget amendment for a K-9 obstacle course and authorizing a contract amendment for Tyler Technologies.
- Approved regular and Human Service Zone bills totaling $390,000.74
- Approved $1,741.61 budget amendment for K-9 obstacle course materials
- Approved Tyler Technologies contract amendment regarding individual party consent
- Approved ROW reversal for Curtis and Michelle Saari
- Approved adjustments to Tax Roll Memorandum
- Approved Planning and Zoning Administrator to work for City of Kenmare
- Awarded Ford F250 bid to Westlie Ford ($59,275) and Chevy 4500 bid to Rydell ($64,893)
- Accepted $610,000 abatement request for Floros, Inc.
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The Board will review November 2022 expenditure, revenue, and budget recap reports. Members will also discuss personnel updates, staff bonuses, cell phones, and a zone vehicle.
- November 2022 expenditures and bills
- Budget Revenue Report for November 2022
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Discussion of bonuses for Zone Staff
- Discussion of Zone Vehicle
The Board approved the meeting agenda and the November 15 minutes. Members reviewed November 2022 expenditures and budget reports. The Board discussed employee safety features for cell phones and the implementation of performance and retention bonuses.
- Approved December 20, 2022 agenda (Unanimous)
- Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Received and filed November 2022 Expenditures, December bills, Budget Recap, Budget Revenue, and FC R & R Report (Unanimous)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews. The sole item of business is the interview of applicants for the Emergency Manager position.
- Interviews for the Emergency Manager position
The Board of Ward County Commissioners interviewed five candidates and appointed Kelly Haugen to the open Emergency Management Director position. The board also approved a starting salary and a temporary bonus for Mr. Haugen, as well as a raffle permit for a local non-profit.
- Offered Emergency Management Director position to Kelly Haugen (All voted yes)
- Approved starting pay for Kelly Haugen of $76,691.01, Grade 13, Step 1 effective January 1, 2023 (All voted yes)
- Approved 5% bonus for Kelly Haugen for services from November 11 through December 31, 2022 (All voted yes)
- Approved raffle permit application from Habitat for Humanity Northern Lights (All voted yes)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to elect a new Chairman and Vice Chairman. The body will consider the approval of regular and HS Zone direct cost bills and 2023 contracts for the Lake County Historical Society and Minot Area Chamber Economic Development Corporation.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $325,983.22 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $55,837.86
- 2023 Contracts for Minot Area Chamber Economic Development Corporation and Lake County Historical Society
- Two plat applications and Right of Way Reversal Applications
- Foreclosed property bids, redemptions, and approval of County Deeds
- Court Facilities Improvement Grant Funds Application
The Commission elected new leadership, approved over $325,000 in bills, and granted several right-of-way reversals. The board also approved two plat applications and appointed members to the Water Resource and Human Service Zone boards.
- Elected John Fjeldahl as Chairman (3-2) and Comm. Weppler as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
- Approved regular bills of $325,983.22 and Human Service Zone bills of $55,837.86
- Approved ROW reversals for George McLaughlin, George & Michele Severson, and Brent Johnson
- Approved ROW reversal for Daryl & Nancy Becker; referred compensation amount to Highway Committee
- Denied Gerald Stroklund's request for ROW reversal reconsideration
- Approved plat applications for Drew Fegley (contingent on township approval) and Seth Larson
- Denied $30,000 proposal from Frost Solutions for Road Weather Information Systems
- Appointed Tom Klein to Water Resource Board and Louis McLeod to Human Service Zone Board
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board approved one regular bill totaling $40,380.00. The remainder of the special meeting was used to conduct Department Head Evaluations.
- Approved one regular bill in the amount of $40,380.00 (all voted yes)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will review regular bills totaling $590,460.71 and HS Zone direct cost bills of $14,550.85. The meeting includes personnel updates and an interview for the All Seasons Arena Commission.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $590,460.71
- Approval of HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $14,550.85
- Approval of County Deed for tax sale
- Approval of Raffle Permit for Harley Owners Group – Minot Chapter
- Interview for All Seasons Arena Commission
The Board approved regular and HS Zone bills and decided to retain $8,093.68 in National Opioid Settlement funds for local drug assistance. The Commission also scheduled interviews for the Emergency Manager and 911 Coordinator positions. Additionally, the board approved property redemptions and reappointed Nathan Amick to the All Seasons Arena Board.
- Approved regular bills of $601,811.26 and HS Zone direct cost bills of $14,550.85 (all yes)
- Decided to retain $8,093.68 in National Opioid Settlement Funds for drug assistance (all yes)
- Approved redemptions on foreclosed property and signing of Quit Claim Deeds (all yes)
- Reappointed Nathan Amick to the All Seasons Arena Board (all yes)
- Scheduled Emergency Manager interviews for December 7, 2022 (all yes)
- Scheduled 911 Coordinator interviews for December 19, 2022 (all yes)
- Approved raffle permit for Harley Owners Group – Minot Chapter (all yes)
- Approved County Deed from a tax sale (all yes)
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board is meeting to approve minutes from October 18, 2022, and review financial documents. The session includes reports on expenditures, budget revenue, and foster care recruitment and retention. The Director will provide updates on personnel, eligibility, child welfare, and zone operations.
- October 2022 expenditures and bills for November 1st and 15th
- Budget Recap Expenses for October 2022
- Budget Revenue Report for October 2022
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
The board approved the meeting minutes from October 18, 2022. Members voted to receive and file various financial documents, including expenditure and revenue reports for October 2022.
- Approved October 18, 2022 minutes
- Received and filed October 2022 expenditures and bills for November 1st and 15th
- Received and filed October 2022 Budget Recap Expenses
- Received and filed October 2022 Budget Revenue Report
- Received and filed FC Recruitment and Retention Report
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board approved over $717,000 in general, park, and road bills. Key decisions included awarding a fleet management contract to Enterprise and purchasing two Freightliner tandem axle trucks. The Board also approved several plat applications and tax roll adjustments.
- Approved regular and HS Zone bills totaling $717,976.82
- Approved moving permit for Shaun Uleberg
- Awarded Fleet Management Program contract to Enterprise
- Approved purchase of two Freightliner 114SD Plus Tandem Axle Trucks from Westlie Truck Center
- Selected Houston Engineering for bridge replacement and removal projects
- Approved salary table and pay increases for 25 employees
- Approved plat applications for Galen Scheresky and Jim Budeau
- Approved property assessment of $1,067,000 for Park Place Minot, LLC for 2021 and 2022
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review September 2022 expenditure, revenue, and budget recap reports. The Director will provide updates on personnel and the status of the CHINS unit.
- Review of September 2022 expenditures and bills for October 4th and 18th
- Review of September 2022 Budget Recap Expenses and Revenue Report
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Update on EBT Cards no longer being issued locally as of October 14, 2022
- Status update on the CHINS unit
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss the budget. The commission may decide on budget approval and the approval of a salary study.
- Public hearing on the budget
- Possible approval of the budget
- Possible approval of a salary study
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve expenditures and review plat applications. The agenda includes a contract renewal for a Vision Zero Coordinator and pay amendments. The board will also conduct interviews for North Dakota State Fair delegates.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $825,917.25 and HS Zone Direct Cost bills totaling $8,066.07
- Two plat applications presented by Planning & Zoning Administrator
- Contract renewal for Vision Zero Coordinator
- Purchase of motorgrader mounted packer/rollers
- Approval of Raffle Permit for X-Family Fundraising
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review financial documents and budget reports for August 2022. The meeting includes a presentation on personnel vacancies, recent hires, and updates regarding Youthworks and NDACo.
- August 2022 expenditures and bills for September 6th and 20th
- Budget Recap Expenses and Revenue Reports for August 2022
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Personnel update on vacancies and recent hires
- State Auditor’s Report
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss a property purchase. The board will consider approving the wiring of funds to The Title Team.
- Approval of wiring $271,792.00 to The Title Team for Sanctuary of Sober Living property purchase
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to address one item of business. The board will consider the approval of a raffle permit.
- Raffle permit approval for Minot Public School Foundation
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular bills and tax roll adjustments. The agenda includes a budget presentation from the Water Resource Board and several plat applications. The board will also consider contracts for tandem truck bids and engineering services for Bridge #51-117-20.1.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $1,825,400.07 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $15,596.07
- Public hearing for Andrew Sebastion moving permit
- Five plat applications
- 2023 tandem truck bids and engineering services for Bridge #51-117-20.1
- Gaming site authorizations for Souris Valley Bowmen, Pheasants for the Future, and North Dakota State Fair Foundation
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 the 2023 Human Service Zone Budget and a presentation on the SE-SW Connector Corridor Study. The board will also conduct interviews for the Library Board.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $1,551,213.81
- Approval of HS Zone Direct Cost bills totaling $11,616.56
- 2023 Human Service Zone Budget discussion
- SE-SW Connector Corridor Study presentation
- Right of Way Reversal Applications
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review July 2022 financial documents and budget reports. The meeting includes a presentation from the Foster Care Unit and discussions on personnel and grant applications.
- Review of July 2022 expenditures, bills, and budget revenue reports
- Foster Care Unit presentation
- Grant application for a 3rd Zone Van
- Personnel update regarding vacancies and recent hires
- Discussion on Eligibility Call Center and Youthworks
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will review the 2023 preliminary budget and set a date for the budget hearing. The meeting includes public hearings on a zoning ordinance amendment and a special use permit for Enerbase Cooperative Resources.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $276,948.95 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $6,225.57
- Public Hearing: Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2022-2
- Public Hearing: Special Use Permit for Enerbase Cooperative Resources
- Review of 2023 Preliminary Budget
- Discussion of side dump purchase
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is meeting with the Planning Commission to conduct public hearings and review plat applications. The session includes a discussion on a draft update to the Zoning Ordinance.
- Public hearing for Enerbase Cooperative Resources Special Use Permit (Proposed Outlot 15)
- Plat application for Enerbase Cooperative Resources (Proposed Outlot 15)
- Plat application for Melvin Haider (Proposed Outlots 18 & 19)
- Plat application for Patti Shelkey (Proposed Outlot 2)
- Discussion on Zoning Ordinance Draft update
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 meeting includes annual reports from the Minot Area Chamber EDC and the Domestic Violence Crisis Center. The board will also consider pay amendments and a storage agreement extension.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $550,214.20
- Approval of HS Zone Direct Cost bills totaling $33,387.39
- Extension request for Discovery Center Storage Agreement to September 30, 2022
- Pay amendments presented by Human Resources Director Tammy Terras
- Approval of Raffle for Minot Association of Builders
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review June 2022 financial reports and the 2023 budget breakdown. Members will discuss personnel updates, youth shelter needs, and a grant application for a third van.
- Review of 2023 Budget Breakdown
- Grant application for a 3rd van
- Youthworks and Interim Shelter needs
- Director's Evaluation
- June 2022 expenditures and budget reports
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and HS Zone bills and discuss zoning ordinance amendments. The agenda includes reviews of tax roll adjustments, pay amendments, and a lease agreement with Dakota Agronomy Partners.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $199,616.76 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $1,014.07
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2022-2
- Lease Agreement with Dakota Agronomy Partners
- Revised Agreement with Youthworks
- Duplicate Warrant for D. or C. Schmitt in the amount of $1,723.54
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 architectural and engineering services for bridge replacement and the Olson apartment/Ying Bin demo project. The board will also review pay amendments and various gaming and event permits.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $451,959.03 and HS Zone Direct Cost bills totaling $28,447.70
- Selection of Architectural Services and advertisement for Bridge Replacement engineering services
- Olson apartment /Ying Bin demo project
- Approval of Gaming Site for Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 753
- Approval of Raffle for Minot Gun Club
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review May 2022 expenditure, revenue, and budget recap reports. The meeting includes a presentation from the Child Protective Service Unit and discussions regarding personnel and the Director's evaluation process.
- May 2022 expenditures and bills for June 7th and June 21st
- Budget Recap Expenses and Revenue Reports for May 2022
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Child Protective Service Unit Presentation
- Director's Evaluation Process
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss a contract and housing options with Youthworks. The board will also discuss the placement of the Minot Municipal Court within the Ward County Courthouse.
- Discussion with Youthworks regarding contract and housing options
- Discussion on Minot Municipal Court placement within Ward County Courthouse
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and Human Service Zone bills and discuss preliminary salary budgets. The agenda includes a public hearing for a variance and several administrative approvals for gaming sites and raffles.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $417,741.73 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $34,811.82
- Public hearing for Doug Diedrichsen regarding a variance
- Preliminary budget discussions regarding salaries and pay amendments
- Memorandum of Agreement with Kenmare Community Development Corporation
- Joint Powers Agreement between Ward County and Minot Public School District #1
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is holding a special meeting to continue the review of applications for the American Rescue Plan Act.
- Review of American Rescue Plan Act applications
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct a board opening interview. The commissioners will also review applications for the American Rescue Plan Act.
- Board opening interview
- American Rescue Plan Act application review
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 public hearings for special use permits and variances, as well as discussions on the 2021 budget request and disciplinary action policy.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $152,293.75 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $14,565.41
- Public hearings for Special Use Permit and Variance
- Plat applications (5)
- Approval of Gaming Sites for MSU Beaver Boosters and Minot Junior Golf Association
- Discussion of Disciplinary Action Policy
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding Ordinance 2022-2. The body will also review bills and discuss health plan intelligence and TIF participation.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $478,903.73 and HS Zone Direct Cost bills totaling $4,435.44
- Public Hearing/Ordinance 2022-2 Fence Ordinance along County Roads
- EPIC Companies- M Building TIF participation discussion
- Human Service Zone Plan Approval
- Approval of Quit Claim deed for foreclosed property redeemed by owner
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review applications for the American Rescue Plan Act. The board will also hear from the Planning and Zoning Administrator regarding plat applications.
- Review of American Rescue Plan Act applications
- Plat applications presented by Planning and Zoning Administrator Doug Diedrichsen
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will review regular and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $328,053.72. The agenda includes a public hearing on the Home Rule Charter amendment and discussions regarding compensation studies and pay amendments.
- Regular bills totaling $320,581.46
- HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $7,472.26
- Request for drilling in Ward County Right-of-Way by Dave Alm, WPC, Inc.
- Sheriff's Department request for bids on a new van
- Jail Service Agreement amendment
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will meet to approve February 2022 minutes and review financial reports, including expenditures and budget revenue. The meeting includes discussions on the Zone Plan, personnel updates, and an agency clean-up plan.
- February 2022 expenditures and bills for March 1st and March 15th
- Budget Recap Expenses and Revenue Reports for February 2022
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Zone Plan discussion
- Shelter Care site-visit update
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 a public hearing on a ROW Vacation Application and discussions on road projects and county contracts.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $5,959,975.14 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $1,635.78
- Public hearing for ROW Vacation Application
- County Road 1 & 2 pavement overlay project
- Request for permission to purchase 2 side-dump trailers
- Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Donnybrook
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and HS Zone bills and discuss inmate boarding contracts. The agenda includes updates to the Emergency Operations Plan and bridge funding. The board will also review polling locations and auditor office bids.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $580,240.34 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $18,751.37
- Contracts for boarding inmates for the City of Kenmare, City of Berthold, and City of Surrey
- Chip Seal and Micro Surfacing Project and HB 1505 Bridge Funding
- Final designation of 2022 polling locations
- Bids for the Auditor office front counter
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will review fiscal reports including January 2022 expenditures and budget revenue. Discussion items include a zone plan update, membership inquiries, and various personnel and operational updates.
- January 2022 expenditures and bills
- January 2022 Budget Recap Expenses
- January 2022 Budget Revenue Report
- FC Recruitment and Retention Report
- Zone Plan Update
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review a presentation by CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP. The board will also discuss the Home Rule Charter and policies regarding right-of-way and property return to landowners.
- CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP presentation
- Revision of right-of-way language in Planning and Zoning policies
- Procedure for returning Ward County property to landowners
- Home Rule Charter
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Commissioners will review regular and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $291,427.17. The agenda includes a public hearing for a foreclosed property in Minot and discussions regarding inmate boarding contracts and facility management bids.
- Regular bills totaling $287,141.76
- HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $4,285.41
- Public Hearing for foreclosed property at 201 45th Avenue NE, Minot
- Inmate boarding contract for City of Minot
- Bids/quotes for 2022 pickup and dump trailer
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular and HS Zone bills and a 2021 budget amendment. The agenda includes discussions on inmate boarding contracts and tax roll adjustments. The board will also review real estate broker proposals for foreclosure properties.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $415,252.99 and HS Zone direct cost bills totaling $4,922.79
- Joint Powers Agreement for Burke, McHenry, and Renville Counties regarding the Detention Center
- Contracts for boarding inmates for the City of Burlington and City of Garrison
- 2021 Budget Amendment
- Approval of County Deeds for sold foreclosed property
Ward County Human Service Zone Board
The board will elect a Vice Chair and Secretary and confirm meeting dates for 2022. Members will consider a request for a temporary hourly position for former director Melissa Bliss to assist with the Zone Plan and document organization. The meeting also includes the introduction of new Director Kristi Frederick and Board Member Matthew Ruby.
- Election of Vice Chair and appointment of Board Secretary
- Request for temporary hourly position for former director Melissa Bliss
- Review of December 2021 expenditures, budget recap, and revenue reports
- Confirmation of 2022 meeting dates and times
- Service awards for Patti Thomas (3 years) and Amanda Clark (5 years)
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners is holding a special meeting. The agenda consists of a single executive session regarding Kirt Sechrist vs City of Carpio and Ward County.
- Executive session regarding Kirt Sechrist vs City of Carpio and Ward County
Board of Ward County Commissioners Meeting Agendas
The Board of Ward County Commissioners will meet to approve regular bills and review bids for 2022 vehicles and equipment. The board will also consider plat applications and various contracts. Other business includes tax roll adjustments and budget amendments.
- Approval of regular bills totaling $223,465.92
- Review of 2022 Vehicle Bids and 2022 Equipment Bids
- Seven plat applications
- Interlocal Agreement between City of Minot and Ward County
- Contracts for Berthold Development Corporation, Kenmare Community Development Corporation #2, and Ward County Historical Society