Grants & funding in North Dakota local government
What North Dakota city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
63 North Dakota meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in North Dakota with the most grants & funding activity
- Mandan, ND (36)
- Jamestown, ND (12)
- Traill County, ND (7)
- Williston, ND (3)
- Fargo, ND (2)
- Billings County, ND (1)
- Ramsey County, ND (1)
- Dickinson Public Schools, ND (1)
Latest matching meetings
Commission reviews 2027 budget, pipeline permits, and I-94 truck parking grant
The Billings County Commission will discuss road issues with Pat Lavelle, consider tax and zoning matters including ARW and pipeline permits, and hear the SWDHU budget from Sherri Adams. The commission will also review department budget requests for 2027 and consider a Multi Hazard Mitigation Plan resolution and a…
City considers new Light and Signal Utility Fee for street lights and traffic signals
The Finance & Legal Committee will discuss and recommend approval of a new Light and Signal Utility Fee and a corresponding fund for street lights and traffic signals. They will also consider a grant from the North Dakota Forest Service for Emerald Ash Borer mitigation. The Mayor and City Administrator would be…
Safety committee to review drug and alcohol policy
The Safety and Wellness Committee will discuss firework safety, review goals and loss/run reports, and consider new business including a drug and alcohol policy review and wellness screening. Other agenda items include a Phase 4 Ergonomic Grant, a July walking challenge, and a budget idea for active shooter door…
Traill County EDC to review reports and housing study
The Traill County Economic Development Board will review financial reports and approve checks. The meeting includes a presentation on a housing study and updates on dairy and housing projects.
Library Board to consider $1,500 transfer for Summer Reading Program
The board will review the financial report, approve monthly bills, and consider a $1,500 expenditure amendment for the Summer Reading Program funded by donation revenue. They will also receive updates on the T-Mobile Hometown Grant for a satellite library, the Tourism Makerspace Committee, and 2027 budget planning.
Safety committee to discuss active shooter door blockers, $986 budget
The committee will review minutes from April 9 and discuss the monthly topic of Food Health. New business includes a walking challenge and a budget idea to purchase active shooter door blockage equipment, with examples from Amazon and a 'Bolo Stick'. The 2026 budget stands at $986.20, with $213.80 allocated for ice…
Public hearing on Proposed Fancher Snag & Clear project
The Ramsey County Water Resource Board will hold a public hearing on the Proposed Fancher Snag & Clear project and conduct a second review of the 2027 budget. The board will also discuss cattail spraying decisions, with Grand Harbor-Dry Lake opting out for 2026, and consider stream crossing requests from Overland and…
Weed Board to review noxious weeds ordinance
The Mandan Weed Board will hold a regular meeting to review Chapter 26 Article 5 on noxious weeds and tall grass, discuss weed complaints, city problem areas, potential grants, and training on noxious weeds. No final decisions or specific actions are listed beyond discussion.
Library Board to select architectural firm for Tourism Makerspace Project
The Board will consider approving an architectural firm and authorizing negotiations for the Tourism Makerspace Project. Members will also review budget amendments for grant funds and discuss the Library Discovery Apprenticeship Program.
Traill County EDC to approve 2026 grant program recommendations
The Traill County EDC board will meet to approve the 2026 grant program recommendations. The board will also review reports from the secretary and treasurer and discuss updates on housing and ADA compliance.
Forestry Committee discusses Spring Grant for 2nd Ave W tree work
The committee will discuss a Spring Grant for tree work on 2nd Ave W from 9th St SW to 9th St NW, which is moving forward but slowed by tree trimming. They also plan Arbor Day activities for April 24 (US) and May 1 (ND), and will review a landscape ordinance article and summer job hiring status.
Committee to consider de‑obligating $434,684.16 and $241,734.70 in Flex PACE funds
The Finance & Legal Committee will review several contracts, funding motions, and ordinance proposals. Items include a payment processing agreement for the Inspections Department, de‑obligation of Flex PACE funding for 2023‑2025, and a PILOT agreement with Cavendish Farms. The committee will also consider a banner…
Board to consider transferring $12,675 in grant funds and approving $2,500 book drop replacement.
The board will review the financial report, approve monthly bills, and consider transferring the 2025 expenditure budget balance to 2026. They will also decide on allocating specific grant funds from Gateway, Nourishing Mind, Northern Plains Heritage Foundation, and Visit ND Libraries. Additionally, they will consider…
Board will consider the 2026 Beautification and Public Spaces grant budget
The board will approve the Treasurer’s report and the related checks. It will review updates on Riverview Dairy, housing, a Portland board member, and a career expo and job fair reminder. New business includes discussion of the 2026 grant budget for beautification and public spaces and a review of ADA website…
Commission to consider sending sales tax increase to June ballot
The Mandan City Commission will hold a public hearing on a preliminary plat for the Eighteen Eighty Four Addition and consider a protest petition for Street Improvement District 242. They will also vote on a resolution to place a proposed sales and use tax on the June 2026 ballot and consider adjusting the rate for…
Forestry Committee reviews grant projects and staff workload
The Forestry Committee is meeting to discuss grant updates and the implementation of a pruning and beautification plan. Members are also coordinating outreach to local clubs for planting volunteers.
Safety committee reviews hazard inspections, ergonomic grant, and $986 budget
The Safety and Wellness Committee will review February minutes, discuss hazard communication and PPE, and examine loss/run reports. New business includes Q1 hazard inspections due March 31, 2026, Phase 4 of the Ergonomic Grant, and an NDSC Conference update. The 2026 budget is $986.20, with $213.80 allocated for ice…
City Commission to consider State Water Commission funding for Memorial Highway
The Mandan City Commission will meet to consider approving an amendment to State Water Commission funding for Memorial Highway. The meeting is scheduled for February 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM in the Dykshoorn Conference Room.
Williston City Commission to hold public hearing on Williston Square land use
The Board of City Commissioners will consider a land use change for Lots 29 and 31 of the Williston Square Subdivision. The meeting also includes reviews of grant applications and a police department fleet proposal.
Library Board considers establishing three new non-endowment funds
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees will review the 2026 financial report and monthly bills. The board is considering the creation of three non-endowment funds via the ND Community Foundation. Other discussions include a gaming table request for the Teen Zone and updates on the ND Destination Grant.
Public Works Committee to approve $41,604 water department pickup truck purchase
The Public Works Committee will consider several recommendations, including approval of the 2026 City Standard Specifications, a grant application for the Water Treatment Plant Recycle/Reuse Project, a loan request for a 250,000‑gallon water reservoir improvement, and the purchase of a $41,604 water department pickup…
Board will consider 2026 Beautification and Public Spaces grant programs
The Traill County Economic Development Corporation board will approve the Treasurer’s report and related checks, receive updates on Riverview Dairy, housing, and the strategic plan, and discuss new business items including a community showcase update, a marketing committee meeting date, and the 2026 grant programs for…
Commission to vote on water bond and inmate housing agreement
The Mandan City Commission will vote on a $4.49 million water revenue bond for lead service line replacement and approve an inmate housing agreement with the Burleigh Morton Detention Center. The meeting also includes public hearings, bid approvals, and the acceptance of HIDTA and State Water Commission grants.
Forestry Committee to discuss grants and planting updates
The Forestry Committee will review the status of ash tree mitigation and planting grants, approve previous meeting minutes, and discuss the landscape ordinance and summer job descriptions.
Board to approve $400 boost to children’s programs and hire a circulation assistant
The Library Board will review the 2025 and 2026 financial reports and consider monthly bill approvals. Trustees will discuss library updates, including passport services, a 10‑year plan, and fundraising efforts. The board will vote on hiring a 19‑hour circulation desk assistant and on increasing children’s program…
Commission will vote on a $2,520 indemnity bond for Wold Johnson, P.C.
The Traill County Board of Commissioners will consider routine agenda items, including approving the agenda, minutes, regular bills, a letter to Troy Hefta, and an indemnity bond of $2,520 for Wold Johnson, P.C. They also received a letter about grant opportunities from Garrison Diversion. Additional discussions will…
Growth Fund Committee will discuss forgivable loans for pitch challenge winners
The Mandan Growth Fund Committee will select its President and Vice President for the year and consider approving the minutes from the December 30, 2025 meeting. It will also discuss the 2025 Business Pitch Challenge winners—ProntoChore, SodaDrop, and Causey Daycare—and consider awarding forgivable loans as prizes…
Commission to consider ending Human Rights, Arts, and Native American Commissions
The Fargo City Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda and regular agenda items. The most significant item is a recommendation to conclude the Human Rights Commission, Arts and Culture Commission, and Native American Commission. Other items include ordinance amendments on dangerous weapons…
Library board to approve budget transfer and review makerspace grant
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees will approve meeting minutes, monthly bills, and a revenue budget amendment transferring $4,800 from Program Grants to Adult Programs. The board will also review a makerspace prototype for a tourism hub grant and discuss fundraising via the North Dakota Community…
Library board to vote on Destination Development Grant agreement
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees is conducting an electronic vote to consider approval of a Destination Development Grant Agreement (#5063) with the North Dakota Department of Commerce. If approved, the Library Director will be authorized to execute the agreement on behalf of the Board. Votes will be…
Committee to consider buying two Stutsman County parcels for $1 each
The Finance & Legal Committee will consider recommending approval of a request to return $168.75 from the 2025 Back the Blue Grant and authorize the City Auditor to disburse the funds. It will also discuss implementing an Oversize/Overweight permit on city streets. Additionally, the committee will consider purchasing…
Library Board to consider staff hours increase and budget amendments
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and consider several budget and staffing changes. The board will also discuss the ND Destination Grant and the ND Community Foundation.
Board will vote on transferring funds from operating to loan fund
The Traill County EDC Board will consider several actions, including approving the September 16, 2025 business meeting minutes and the Treasurer's report with checks. The board will vote on a fund transfer from the operating fund to the loan fund and on renewing a Business Training Grant. Additional items include…
Committee to consider $148,800 local match for Frontier Village retaining wall grant
The Finance & Legal Committee will hear audience comments and consider several requests, including a mobile tobacco vendor, 2026 utility rates and permit fees, and a $148,800 local match for a Special Roads Fund grant to repair the Frontier Village retaining wall. It will also review domestic animal permits, a road…
Commission to set minimum sales price for tax foreclosure properties
The Traill County Board of Commissioners will consider setting a minimum sales price for 2022 tax foreclosure properties and appoint two residents to the ND State Fair Board. The meeting also includes approval of bills, warrants, and minutes, and a request for the Chairman to sign a water project letter of concurrence.
City Commission to vote on 2026 budget and tax levy (Ordinance No. 1473)
The Mandan City Commission will consider an amendment to a Special Use Permit for Lot 1, Block 1, Bridgeview Bay Addition. The meeting includes consent agenda items such as a 3% budget increase for the Youthworks grant, an extension of the recycling contract with Waste Management, and engineering service agreements…
Council to consider $10,038,720 PILOT request from Cavendish Farms
The City Council will review a $10,038,720 payment‑in‑lieu‑of‑taxes request from Cavendish Farms for its plant expansion. The meeting also includes approval of a $500,000 Jobs Grant for Project Dynasty, a $53,200 cybersecurity grant with a $30,800 local match, and a $5,760,000 water‑treatment improvement bond. Several…
Public Works Committee to approve $197,333.66 reduction in water main contract
The Police & Fire Committee will hear updates from the Fire Chief and Police Chief and discuss downtown parking. The Public Works Committee will consider creating District #23-61 for the 2023 Water Main Project, approve Change Order No. 4 that reduces the contract price by $197,333.66, and approve a US EPA grant…
Finance & Legal Committee will consider a $500,000 Jobs Grant for Project Dynasty
The Finance & Legal Committee will review a range of items, including a $500,000 Jobs Grant for Project Dynasty/Cavendish Farms, a $53,200 cybersecurity grant with a $30,800 local match, and several contract and permit approvals. The Building, Planning & Zoning Committee will hold an informational hearing on Ordinance…
Jamestown committees to review opioid settlements and senior housing grant
The Finance & Legal Committee will consider responses to national opioid settlements and a CDBG application for Buffalo Manor Apartments senior housing. The Building, Planning & Zoning Committee will review land use and zoning amendments for property near East Lakeside Road.