Mandan meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Library Board approves contract, budget moves; city panels weigh zoning, airport, budget items

The Mandan Library Board of Trustees approved a contract with ICON Architectural Group and several budget amendments at its July 27 meeting, including funds for passport services and building maintenance. The board also authorized a new Communication Coordinator position. These were the only decisions from the past two weeks with published minutes; other city boards met but have not yet released minutes.

Library Board of Trustees (July 27)

The board approved monthly bills via roll-call vote and made the following budget adjustments:

• $2,500 increase for Passport Services
• $1,200 increase for Building Repair & Maintenance
• $5,000 recoding and transfer for Bookmobile Replacement

It also approved the ICON Architectural Group contract, created a new Communication Coordinator position, and approved the May 18, 2026 meeting minutes. The board discussed the preliminary 2027 budget and staffing capacity, but no further decisions were recorded.

Other recent meetings (agenda only, minutes not yet published)

Several city bodies met in late July and early August, but their minutes have not been published, so no decisions are confirmed.

• **Planning & Zoning Commission (July 27):** Held a public hearing on revisions to the Mandan Land Use and Zoning Code.
• **Architectural Review Commission (July 28):** Reviewed a proposal for shop condos at 4723 29th St SE and the June 9 meeting minutes.
• **Airport Authority (Aug 3):** Agenda included approving June 2026 minutes and May/June monthly bills, plus discussion of the Asphalt Rehabilitation Project and Fuel System Upgrade. The board also considered approving a new aeronautical operation for Hoovestol Medical.
• **City Commission (Aug 4):** Agenda included a vote on Ordinance No. 1488 for the 2027 annual budget and tax levy, a new class C liquor license for Netri Hospitality LLC at Seven Seas Bar & Grill, a special use permit for multi-use shops at Lot 35, Block 1, Marina Bay Addition, and approval of 2027 budgets for the Morton Mandan Public Library and Mandan Airport Authority. A public hearing on Street Improvement District 244 (8th/27th PH II) protest sufficiency was also scheduled.
• **Special Assessment Commission (Aug 4):** Discussed benefits versus costs for five improvement districts: Street Improvement District #237 (Rock Prairie), Water & Sewer Improvement District #65 (Monte Dr.), Street Improvement District #241 (Project 3A), Street Improvement District #240 (Shores At Lakewood Phase 2 Street), and Street Improvement District #33 (Shores At Lakewood Phase 2 Storm Sewer).

Coming up

• **CenCom Executive Committee (Aug 11, 4200 Coleman Street, Bismarck):** Agenda is procedural only—approving minutes and director updates—with no substantive items.
• **Health Insurance Committee (Aug 13):** Will review 2027 city renewals, tier structure, loss ratios, and annual trends. Nine standardized plans are optional in 2027 and required in 2028. No final decisions are expected; the meeting is for discussion and recommendations.
• **Safety and Wellness Committee (Aug 13):** Will include a mental health presentation, review of safety reports, discussion of emergency locations and workplace hazards, a draft safety policy guide, and a budget update of $915.85 (including $213.80 for ice cleats and $70.35 for a door stopper).

Library Board approves ICON contract, budget amendments; City Commission set to vote on 2027 budget

Library Board acts on contract, budget, and staffing

The Mandan Library Board of Trustees made several decisions at its July 27 meeting, including approving a contract with ICON Architectural Group and authorizing a new Communication Coordinator position.

The board approved a budget increase of $2,500 for Passport Services and a $1,200 increase for Building Repair & Maintenance. It also approved the recoding and transfer of $5,000 for Bookmobile Replacement. Monthly bills were approved by roll-call vote, and the board approved the May 18, 2026 meeting minutes.

Board members also discussed the preliminary 2027 budget and staffing capacity, though no decisions were recorded on those discussion items.

Budget & Finance Committee reviews 2025 audit

The Budget & Finance Committee met July 22 to review 2025 audit results presented by Brady Martz. No formal decisions were recorded during the meeting.

City Commission agenda items pending minutes

The City Commission met July 21 to consider a budget amendment transferring funds from vacant personnel positions to office furniture, a water line connection agreement renewal with MDU, and a Flex PACE letter of support for Badlands Property LLP's mixed-use shop condominiums. Additional agenda items included a gaming site authorization for Development Homes, Incorporated at Powerhouse Bar & Grill/501 Bar & Grill and an updated Change Order Policy for the Engineering Department. Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published, so outcomes are not confirmed.

ND Opportunity Fund Loan Committee reviews three applicants

On July 23, the North Dakota Opportunity Fund Loan Committee met to review fund status and act on loan applications from Wild Properties LLC (Bismarck), Deep Roots Drainage (Fargo), and Midwest Leasing, LLC (Fargo). The committee planned to discuss applicants in executive session before recording public actions. Minutes have not yet been published.

Planning & Zoning holds public hearing on code revisions

The Planning & Zoning Commission met July 27 for a public hearing regarding revisions to the Mandan Land Use and Zoning Code. Minutes have not yet been published.

Architectural Review Commission reviews shop condo proposal

The Architectural Review Commission met July 28 to review a proposal for shop condos at 4723 29th St SE, along with June 9 meeting minutes. Minutes from this session have not yet been published.

Coming up

• **Airport Authority — Aug. 3, 11:00 AM:** Approval of June 2026 minutes and monthly bills for May and June 2026. Discussion items include the Asphalt Rehabilitation Project (mill and overlay of apron, access road, and parking lots), a Fuel System Upgrade, and consideration of a new aeronautical operation for Hoovestol Medical.

• **Special Assessment Commission — Aug. 4:** Review of benefit-to-cost comparisons for five improvement districts, including Street Improvement District #237 (Rock Prairie), Water & Sewer Improvement District #65 (Monte Dr.), Street Improvement District #241 (Project 3A near Red Trail Elementary), Street Improvement District #240 (Shores At Lakewood Phase 2 Street), and Street Improvement District #33 (Shores At Lakewood Phase 2 Storm Sewer).

• **City Commission — Aug. 4:** Vote on Ordinance No. 1488 for the 2027 annual budget and tax levy; consideration of a new class C liquor license for Netri Hospitality LLC at Seven Seas Bar & Grill; vote on a special use permit for multi-use shops at Lot 35, Block 1, Marina Bay Addition; consideration of 2027 budgets for Morton Mandan Public Library and Mandan Airport Authority; and a public hearing on Street Improvement District 244 (8th/27th PH II) protest sufficiency.

• **CenCom Executive Committee — Aug. 11, 4200 Coleman Street, Bismarck:** Regular meeting with only procedural items, including minutes approval and director updates. No new business or decisions are scheduled.

Mandan City Commission approves Eagles gaming license; infrastructure and safety items on deck

The Mandan City Commission's only finalized decision in the past two weeks was a 4-0 vote approving a gaming site authorization for the Mandan Eagles, covering July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Commissioner Braun was absent for the July 6 vote, which concluded after an eight-minute meeting.

Gaming license approved

The commission voted 4-0 to authorize gaming at the Mandan Eagles for the 2026-27 period. No other substantive decisions were made at the July 6 meeting, according to official minutes.

Infrastructure and construction items discussed

A July 7 City Commission agenda listed several infrastructure and construction items, though minutes have not yet been published and no votes are confirmed. Items on the agenda included:

• Bids for the South Side Reservoir Coating project
• Change orders 1 and 2 for the 1st Street Reconstruction Project, Street Improvement District 236
• An Engineering Service Agreement with AE2S for Wastewater Treatment Facility design
• Authorization to advertise for bids for the Landfill Cell Excavation Project
• Second consideration of Ordinance 1485, regarding a zone change for School District 8th Addition

Because only the agenda is available, outcomes for these items are not yet recorded.

City Hall roof replacement on special meeting agenda

A special City Commission meeting was scheduled for July 10 to discuss an emergency roof replacement at City Hall. The agenda also included approval of the agenda itself and future meeting dates for the Board of City Commissioners. Minutes have not been published.

Committee updates: beautification and safety

The Community Beautification Committee met July 9, with an agenda listing approval of April 9, 2026 minutes, a Beautification Recognition Program update, a status report on the Collins Ave Water Reservoir Project, and recaps of America 250, Community Clean Up Month, and Spring Clean-Up Week numbers. Future meeting dates for August, October, and December were listed. No minutes are available.

The Safety and Wellness Committee also met July 9. The agenda included review of safety audit recommendations — developing citywide safety policies, strengthening new employee training, and requiring each department to identify its top three workplace hazards. A draft Safety Policy Guide was listed for discussion. The committee's budget update showed $915.85 remaining, down from $986.20, after purchases of ice cleats ($213.80) and door stoppers ($70.35). Q2 hazard inspections were noted as late, due July 22. Wellness screening through NDPhIT and a Phase 4 Ergonomic Grant were also on the agenda. No minutes have been published.

Coming up

The Mandan City Commission meets July 21 to consider:

• A water line connection agreement renewal with MDU
• A budget amendment transferring funds from vacant personnel positions to office furniture
• A Flex PACE letter of support for Badlands Property LLP mixed-use shop condominiums
• A gaming site authorization for Development Homes, Incorporated at Powerhouse Bar & Grill/501 Bar & Grill
• An updated Change Order Policy for the Engineering Department

Mandan approves two gaming site licenses; special assessments, wastewater design on the horizon

The Mandan City Commission unanimously approved gaming site authorizations for two local organizations in separate meetings over the past two weeks, while several infrastructure and safety items remain on upcoming agendas awaiting action.

Gaming site licenses approved

On June 30, the City Commission voted 4-0 to approve a gaming site authorization for the Mandan Fastpitch Association at Powerhouse/501 Bar & Grill, valid July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Commissioner Braun was absent. The commission also approved suggested commissioner portfolio assignments (4-0) and approved the agenda (4-0). A separate ceremonial event that day at the fire station included a pinning and awards ceremony and an open house for Commissioner Dennis Rohr. No substantive decisions were made at that event.

On July 6, the commission voted 4-0 again, with Commissioner Braun absent, to approve a gaming site authorization for the Mandan Eagles for the same period: July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The meeting adjourned after eight minutes with no other substantive decisions.

Special assessments for five districts under review

The Special Assessment Commission met June 29 to gather information and provide input on proposed special assessments for five improvement districts scheduled for 2026. The meeting included a tour of the proposed districts. The five districts are:

• **Street Improvement District #237 (Rock Prairie)** — new asphalt, storm sewer, curb and gutter, and sidewalk on Corvette Street, Corvette Circle, Stonebridge Lane NW, and Blackstone Avenue NW.
• **Water & Sewer Improvement District #65 (Monte Dr.)** — replacement of cast iron water mains, sanitary sewer repairs, and mill/overlay on roadway north of Division Street.
• **Street Improvement District #241 (Project 3A)** — preventative maintenance and reconstruction near Red Trail Elementary, including fog seal, chip seal, and full-depth reconstruction.
• **Street Improvement District #240 (Shores At Lakewood Phase 2 Street)** — new asphalt streets, curb and gutter, lighting, and chip seal south of Mckenzie Drive.
• **Street Improvement District #33 (Shores At Lakewood Phase 2 Storm Sewer)** — construction of storm sewer for the same subdivision.

Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published, so no final assessment decisions are confirmed.

Wastewater, landfill, and street projects on July 7 agenda

The City Commission's July 7 meeting agenda included bids for the South Side Reservoir Coating project, change orders 1 and 2 for the 1st Street Reconstruction Project (Street Improvement District 236), an Engineering Service Agreement with AE2S for Wastewater Treatment Facility design, authorization to advertise for bids for the Landfill Cell Excavation Project, and a second consideration of Ordinance 1485 regarding a zone change for School District 8th Addition. Minutes have not yet been published, so outcomes are not confirmed.

Emergency roof replacement at City Hall

A special City Commission meeting was scheduled for July 10 to discuss emergency roof replacement at City Hall, along with approval of the agenda and future meeting dates for the Board of City Commissioners. Minutes have not yet been published.

Safety committee reviews audit recommendations

The Safety and Wellness Committee agenda for July 9 included review of safety audit recommendations: developing citywide safety policies, strengthening new employee training, and requiring each department to identify its top three workplace hazards. A draft Safety Policy Guide was listed for discussion. The committee's budget update showed $915.85 remaining, down from $986.20, after purchases of ice cleats ($213.80) and door stoppers ($70.35). Q2 hazard inspections were reported as late, due July 22. Minutes have not yet been published.

Community Beautification Committee

Also on July 9, the Community Beautification Committee agenda included consideration of April 9, 2026 meeting minutes, a Beautification Recognition Program update, a status report on the Collins Ave Water Reservoir Project, and recaps of America 250, Community Clean Up Month, and Spring Clean-Up Week numbers. Minutes have not yet been published.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days. Readers should watch for published minutes from the July 7, July 9, and July 10 meetings to confirm outcomes on the wastewater design agreement, landfill excavation bids, City Hall roof replacement, and safety policy discussions.

Mandan library board approves $1,500 summer reading transfer; city weighs wastewater, landfill projects ahead

Library Board: Summer Reading funded, furniture grant directed

The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees approved a $1,500 transfer from program donation revenue to the Summer Reading Program at its June 22 meeting. The board also approved monthly bills by unanimous roll-call vote and, by consensus, agreed to use T-Mobile Hometown Grant funds for branch library furniture.

Board members approved the agenda with an addition for an "Opening the Book" discussion and approved minutes from April 27, 2026. Discussion items included 2027 budget planning and a decision to solicit one or two additional bids for rooftop unit repairs.

Planning & Zoning: Plats and zoning code on the table

The Planning and Zoning Commission met June 22 to consider final plat applications for School District 8th Addition and Lakewood Commercial Park 7th Addition, a special use permit amendment for Lakewood Commercial Park 7th Addition, and Zoning Code Updates. Minutes have not yet been published, so outcomes are not yet available.

Special Assessment Commission: Five improvement districts reviewed

On June 29, the Special Assessment Commission gathered information on proposed special assessments for five 2026 improvement districts. The agenda listed:

• **Street Improvement District #237 (Rock Prairie)** — new asphalt, storm sewer, curb and gutter, and sidewalk on Corvette Street, Corvette Circle, Stonebridge Lane NW, and Blackstone Avenue NW.
• **Water & Sewer Improvement District #65 (Monte Dr.)** — replacement of cast iron water mains, sanitary sewer repairs, and mill/overlay on roadway north of Division Street.
• **Street Improvement District #241 (Project 3A)** — preventative maintenance and reconstruction near Red Trail Elementary, including fog seal, chip seal, and full-depth reconstruction.
• **Street Improvement District #240 (Shores At Lakewood Phase 2 Street)** — new asphalt streets, curb and gutter, lighting, and chip seal south of Mckenzie Drive.
• **Street Improvement District #33 (Shores At Lakewood Phase 2 Storm Sewer)** — construction of storm sewer for the same subdivision.

The meeting included a tour of the proposed districts and consideration of minutes and a commission appointment. Minutes have not yet been published.

City Commission: Gaming site authorization on the agenda

The City Commission met June 30 to discuss a gaming site authorization for Mandan Fastpitch Association at Powerhouse/501 Bar & Grill, covering July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The agenda also included suggested Commissioner portfolio assignments and a review of future meeting dates. Minutes have not yet been published.

Coming up

• **July 7 — City Commission:** Bids for South Side Reservoir Coating project; change orders 1 & 2 for the 1st Street Reconstruction Project (Street Improvement District 236); an Engineering Service Agreement with AE2S for Wastewater Treatment Facility design; authorization to advertise for bids for the Landfill Cell Excavation Project; and second consideration of Ordinance 1485 regarding a zone change for School District 8th Addition.
• **July 9 — Safety and Wellness Committee:** Review of safety audit recommendations, including citywide safety policies, new employee training, and department-level hazard identification; discussion of a draft Safety Policy Guide; Q2 hazard inspections due July 22; and a budget update showing $915.85 remaining after purchases of ice cleats ($213.80) and door stoppers ($70.35).