Personnel & appointments in North Dakota local government
What North Dakota city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about personnel & appointments — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
166 North Dakota meetings since 2024 covered personnel & appointments. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in North Dakota with the most personnel & appointments activity
- Mandan, ND (33)
- Dickinson Public Schools, ND (24)
- Traill County, ND (18)
- Burleigh County, ND (16)
- Ramsey County, ND (15)
- Cooperstown, ND (10)
- Billings County, ND (9)
- Jamestown, ND (9)
- Dunn County, ND (7)
- Ward County, ND (7)
- Wahpeton, ND (6)
- Stanley, ND (5)
Latest matching meetings
County Commission to consider subdivision ordinance and 2027 budget
The Ramsey County Commission is holding its regular meeting to handle routine approvals (minutes, bills, treasurer checks, financials) and hear reports from county officials. They will discuss unfinished business including the Fenster Slough issue and the 2027 budget, and consider approving a subdivision ordinance as…
Health Insurance Committee to review 2027 city renewals and plan options
The Mandan Health Insurance Committee is meeting to discuss the city's health insurance plans. They will receive an update from NDPHIT and review the 2027 renewal, including tier structure, loss ratios, and annual trends. The committee will also consider nine standardized plans that are optional in 2027 and required…
Board to vote on fuel bids, resignations, and DMS handbook
The Dickinson Public Schools Board will vote on several action items, including accepting fuel bids for the 2026-2027 school year, appointing delegates to a state convention, accepting three certified staff resignations, approving guiding principles for a facilities study, and approving the Dickinson Middle School…
Finance committee reviews 2027 preliminary budget with 3% tax levy increase
The Wahpeton Finance & Personnel Committee will review the 2027 preliminary budget, which includes a 3% tax levy increase to $2,423,883 and a projected mill rate decrease to 79.68. The budget also proposes 3.8% cost-of-living increases for employees and a transition to a new HUB Pay Study Plan.
Finance committee discusses 2027 preliminary budget
The Wahpeton Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss the 2027 preliminary budget, which is a work in progress. The meeting also includes committee referrals. No final decisions are expected at this working session.
Library board to consider 2027 budget, summer reading funding
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approving the 2027 proposed budget and a budget amendment increasing summer reading program expenditures by $2,500. They will also vote on changes to credit card limits, a trustee resignation, officer appointments, and monthly bills.
Dickinson Public Schools to elect officers and adopt strategic plan
The school board will conduct elections for president and vice-president for the 2026-2027 year. Members will consider adopting a new strategic plan and scheduling a budget public input hearing for September 21, 2026.
Billings County Redistricting Board to hold organizational meeting
The Billings County Redistricting Board will meet to organize the board and appoint an At-Large Member.
Commission to vote on rescinding Red River Valley Water Project commitment
The Traill County Board of Commissioners will consider rescinding a previously signed Memorandum of Commitment and Nomination to the Red River Valley Water Project, which would also cancel any associated mill levy. The board will also vote on transferring funds from old Highway accounts to County Road & Bridge…
Wahpeton City Council swears in members and discusses SPARC recreation center
The City Council held an organization meeting to elect leadership and appoint committee members. The session included public testimony regarding the proposed Southern Prairie Activity and Recreation Center (SPARC) and its overlap with the Infinity Center in Breckenridge.
Two appointments to the Law Enforcement Center Governing Board
The Jamestown City Council will vote on two appointments to the Law Enforcement Center Governing Board. One appointment fills an unexpired four‑year term that ends in December 2027, and the other fills a term ending in December 2028. Both motions have been moved and seconded by council members.
City Council holds organizational meeting, appoints officials
This is an organizational meeting where the council will take oaths, nominate council president and vice-president, and appoint city attorney, prosecutor, and several board members. It is a procedural meeting with no substantive legislation or public hearings.
Employee Committee to discuss 2027 budget and COLA
The Bottineau Employee Committee will meet to discuss the 2027 budget, a cost of living adjustment, and health insurance options. They will also review job applicants for an Armory position and approve minutes from the previous meeting.
Board to certify June 9 primary election results and seat new members
The Dickinson Public School Board will accept the canvassed results of the June 9 primary election, officially seating Michelle Orton, Kimberly L. Schwartz, and Jason Rodakowski for four-year terms. The board will also approve the consent agenda, which includes personnel hires and changes, and receive informational…
Library Board to consider budget amendments and a new staff position
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees will review financial reports and consider several budget adjustments. The board will also discuss the 2027 preliminary budget and various project updates. Decisions are pending on a new Communication Coordinator position and a contract with ICON Architectural Group.
Traill County Commission to discuss fuel tank and HR company
The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve regular bills and auditor's warrants. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a fuel tank, windows, and an HR company. Several updates from highway and office personnel are scheduled.
County commission to approve hires, bills, and liquor license
The Traill County Board of Commissioners will approve the minutes, bills, and warrants for the May 19 meeting. The board will also vote on hiring a Highway Department Superintendent, approving a liquor license for Naastad Acres, and signing a resolution for Eldorado Township flood plain zoning.
School Board to vote on 2026-2027 student meal prices
The Dickinson Public Schools Board will consider updating breakfast and lunch fees for the 2026-2027 school year. The board will also review personnel changes, financial reports, and receive an update on the Dickinson High School rebuild.
Dunn County Weed Control Board to discuss staffing and wind tower ordinance
The board will meet to discuss personnel pay and hiring for weed control operations. Members will also review a weed ordinance regarding wind towers and receive an update on the weed building.
Dunn County Commission to review road bids and paving projects
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to open bids for 11th St. SW and Spring Creek Road. The agenda includes updates on the Rodeo Ridge Streets Paving Project and discussions regarding personnel policies.
CenCom committee to hear updates on paging, server, and staffing
The CenCom Executive Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and receive updates from the director on several operational projects, including paging and server transitions, SIRN 20/20, HVAC, retirement status, and staffing, call volume, and financials. No formal decisions are listed on the…
Council to discuss Deputy Auditor position
The Cooperstown City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the Deputy Auditor position. No other items are on the agenda.
Council to award bids for water tower restoration and storm sewer
The City Council will consider awarding bids for the 1/4 Million Gallon Water Tower Restoration Project and the 96" Storm Sewer Phase II, Segment II Project, with amounts to be determined and contingent on approvals. Also, approve an $8,189 HVAC repair for the Civic Center National Guard area and appoint Olivia…
Council to discuss Public Works Assistant position
The Harwood City Council special meeting on April 22, 2026 will begin with a call to order and roll call. The council will discuss the Public Works Assistant position. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.
Dunn County Commission to review school bond application and election appointments
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss utility and special event permits and the County Engineer job description. The body is scheduled to decide on the approval of a school bond application and the appointment of election inspectors.
Council to consider untreated water sales from reservoir, road funding denied
The Stanley City Council will hold a public input meeting and tax equalization hearing before discussing several administrative items. Key agenda items include a presentation on untreated water sales from the reservoir, a report on treated and untreated water depot, and a denial of special road funding from the ND…
Board to approve dozens of teacher hires, transfers, resignations
The Dickinson Public Schools Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes approval of minutes, March bills, financial reports, and a large slate of certified personnel changes. Notable are 19 new teacher hires for the 2026-27 school year, 9 transfers/reassignments, and 14 resignations. The board will also…
Traill County Commission to consider highway patrol assistance for road load limits
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss road enforcement and administrative agreements. The body will consider requesting year-round assistance from the ND Highway Patrol to enforce load restrictions on county roads.
Ward County Commission to review zoning amendments and $470,680 in bills
The Board of County Commissioners will consider amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and a fee change recommendation. The body will also review pay amendments, tax roll adjustments, and several infrastructure projects. The meeting includes the approval of regular and HS Zone bills.
Williston City Commission to hold public hearings on flood hazard and elevation ordinances
The Board of City Commissioners will conduct first readings of ordinances regarding the Flood Hazard Overlay District and flood elevation compliance. The meeting includes appointments for Fire Chief and Airport Director, as well as reviews of airport service and infrastructure agreements.
Board to hear audit results for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025
The Dickinson Public Schools Board will meet to approve the consent agenda including minutes, bills, financial reports, and personnel changes. They will receive a presentation from auditors Brady, Martz & Associates on the FY2025 audit, followed by an action item. Informational updates include progress on Board Goal…
County approves $76,107.79 transfer to correct 2024 URM fund error
The commission will vote on a raffle permit for Stordahl Lutheran scheduled for April 8, 2026. It will also approve a $76,107.79 transfer from the general undistributed fund to the URM fund to correct a 2024 error. Updates will be given on employee compensation reporting, highway matters, the state biennium Clerk of…
Council to approve $703,385.70 payment for water‑treatment lime‑sludge filter replacement
The Jamestown City Council will consider a consent agenda containing multiple routine resolutions, including several payments for infrastructure projects. Among the items is a $703,385.70 payment to Key Contracting Inc. for a water‑treatment lime‑sludge filter press replacement. The council will also vote on a loan…
School board to vote on amending DHS cell phone policy
The Dickinson Public Schools Board will vote on a proposed revision to the high school's cell phone and electronics policy. The consent agenda includes approval of January bills and financial reports, personnel changes, and student enrollment. Informational updates cover the Dickinson High School rebuild, early…
Appointment of Jacalyn Barnes to James River Valley Library Board
The City Council will appoint Jacalyn Barnes to the James River Valley Library System Board to fill an unexpired three‑year term that ends in July 2028. The agenda also notes that, following a new Memorandum of Agreement with Stutsman County, a City representative position on the Library board is open and applications…
CenCom committee to review paging transition and server updates
The CenCom Executive Committee is holding its regular meeting to discuss operational updates, including a paging transition, server transitions, and staffing and financial reports. The agenda is largely routine, with no major public decisions or hearings scheduled.
Executive Committee discusses updates and procedural items
The Central Committee Executive Committee will hold its regular meeting on January 27, 2026. The agenda includes approval of minutes from October 28, 2025, and several update reports on server transition, staffing, finances, and other operational topics. No specific motions or decisions are listed in the agenda.
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…
School Board to get update on Dickinson High School rebuild
The board will receive an informational update on the Dickinson High School rebuild project, including weekly and monthly reports from JE Dunn. Action items include approving an open enrollment application for two children from South Heart, accepting a certified resignation from a special education instructor, and a…
Board to hear variance for accessory building in Sattler's Sunrise Seventh Addition
The Burleigh County Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a variance request for a residential accessory building at Sattler's Sunrise Seventh Addition, Block 10, Lot 12. The board will also handle administrative items including reappointments, officer elections, and approval of previous minutes. Public comments…