Roads & transportation in North Dakota local government
What North Dakota city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about roads & transportation — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
124 North Dakota meetings since 2024 covered roads & transportation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in North Dakota with the most roads & transportation activity
- Mandan, ND (38)
- Jamestown, ND (19)
- Fargo, ND (14)
- Williston, ND (13)
- Billings County, ND (10)
- Ramsey County, ND (9)
- Traill County, ND (9)
- Ward County, ND (6)
- Wahpeton, ND (5)
- Dickinson Public Schools, ND (1)
Latest matching meetings
Commission to review costs and benefits of five improvement districts
The Special Assessment Commission will discuss the benefits compared to the costs for five specific improvement districts. These projects include street, storm sewer, and water and sewer work across various city locations.
Public hearing on channel maintenance in several townships and City of Crary
The Ramsey County Water Resource District Board of Managers will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to snag and clear a section of a natural water course. The project aims to remove surface water and debris to improve agricultural land and county and township roads.
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…
Public hearing on channel maintenance in six Ramsey County townships
The Water Resource District Board will hold a public hearing on a request to snag and clear a section of natural water course across Minnewaukan, Morris, Noonan, Ontario, Hope, and Newbre townships. The board and county commission must attend and approve a Resolution of Necessity by two-thirds vote. The project aims…
County to consider 2027 budget and approve disaster declaration
The Ramsey County Commission will convene to approve minutes, bills, and the 2027 budget. The agenda includes a public hearing for a North Snag & Clear project and a resolution to approve a disaster declaration.
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…
Jamestown Council to consider rezoning 2601 4th Ave SW to industrial
The City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading to change the zoning of a property at 2601 4th Ave SW from residential to limited industrial. The body will also discuss establishing a new Light and Signal Utility Fee and fund.
Commission to consider special assessments for five improvement districts
The Special Assessment Commission will gather information and provide input on proposed special assessments for five improvement districts scheduled for 2026. The meeting includes a tour of the proposed districts and consideration of minutes and a commission appointment.
Public Works to recommend street closure and building design services
The Public Works Committee will consider recommending City Council approval of a street closure request from the University of Jamestown for an event on August 26, 2026. They will also consider authorizing professional design services for the Public Works Building at 1620 8th Ave SW. Additionally, they will review a…
Council to award bid for 11th Ave SW water, sewer & street improvements
The Jamestown City Council will consider a resolution to award a bid for the 11th Ave SW Water, Sewer and Street Improvement District #26-50, covering the Mary Young Addition and West Ridge Estates. The contractor and exact dollar amount will be determined at the meeting. This is the only substantive item on the…
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…
City committees discuss zoning changes, sidewalk ordinances, and property sales
The Finance & Legal Committee will consider gaming permits, a loan agreement for Buffalo Manor Apartments, and a property purchase price. The Building, Planning & Zoning Committee will review updates to the city's Active Transportation map and a rezoning request for industrial use.
Williston commission to open bids for WRRF Reuse Pipeline, hold liquor license hearing
The board will consider consent agenda items including a memorandum of understanding, accounts, and contract licenses. A public hearing is set for transfer of a River’s Edge specialty recreational on-sale alcoholic beverage license. The city will open bids for the Williston WRRF Reuse Pipeline Project and receive the…
Commission to discuss 2027 budget direction and annual COLA
The Billings County Commission will discuss the 2027 budget direction and annual cost-of-living adjustments. The meeting includes a public hearing for the County Board of Tax Equalization and discussions regarding a land swap with the National Park Service.
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.
Council to consider zoning change from residential to industrial for Uncle Bob's subdivision
The council will hold first reading of an ordinance to rezone Lot 5 at 2601 4th Ave SW from R1 (residential) to M1 (industrial). They will also consider resolutions for a special assessment district and developer's agreement for Ski Son Development, a pilot bike lane project on 8th Ave NE, and a public safety salary…
Commission to consider rezoning Roseland Subdivision lot from agricultural to commercial
The Williston City Commission will hold public hearings on a zone change for Lot 5 of Roseland Subdivision from Agriculture to General Commercial, and on liquor license transfers for Johnny's Tavern and Clarion Hotel. They will also conduct a second reading of Ordinance 1179 to amend single-family dwelling definitions…
Public Works Committee recommends shared bike lane pilot on 8th Ave NE
The Police & Fire Committee receives departmental updates with no action items. The Public Works Committee considers recommending approval of a shared bike lane pilot project, an engineering contract for a new landfill cell, change orders for storm sewer and water meters, a road reconstruction project, and purchases…
Traill County Commission to discuss 5% budget cuts for 2027 cash reserves
The commission will discuss requiring department heads to cut 5% of their budgets to increase cash on hand for 2027. They will also receive updates on highway projects, K-9 and emergency management, and Facebook. The meeting includes approval of minutes and bills.
NDDOT US 2 improvement project from Elks Dr to Hefti Rest Area discussed
The commission will discuss new business including the NDDOT US 2 improvement project and steps on the southend of the building. Unfinished business includes the Churchs Ferry property. Visitors and delegations are allowed 5 minutes to address the commission.
First reading of ordinance amending dwelling definitions and manufactured home requirements
The City Commission will hold the first reading of Ordinance 1179, which amends definitions for single-family dwellings to allow mono-pitch and multi-pitched roofs with a minimum 3:12 pitch and requires manufactured units to meet HUD code standards from 1994 or newer. The agenda also includes requests for public…
Police chief appointment, $5.6M road contract, fire training land purchase
The City Commission will vote on appointing a new police chief and consider a consent agenda with over $9 million in construction contracts, including a $5,666,676 road improvement bid and a $1,864,164 road project award. Other items include purchasing property at 115 and 107 31st Street South for a fire department…
Public hearing on channel snag & clear project in four Ramsey County townships
The Board of Managers of the Ramsey County Water Resource District and the Ramsey County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on May 5, 2026 at 9:00 AM at the Ramsey County Courthouse. The hearing concerns a petition to snag and clear a section of a natural water course between NE¼ Section 21, T157N, R61W and SW¼…
Public hearing on Fancher Snag & Clear; wetland easement permit
The commission will hold a public hearing for Fancher Snag & Clear, discuss a tourism update, and hear from the sheriff. New business includes the NDIRF annual meeting, abatements, and a Ramsey County wetland easement special use permit.
City Council approves $3.0M water tower rehabilitation bond
The council adopted Resolution No. 3939 authorizing a $3,011,000 water revenue bond to fund rehabilitation of Water Towers 1 and 2. It also approved an amendment to the ND Department of Water Resources cost‑share agreement for the Well Field and Transmission Line Project, adding $8,207,909 in state participation…
City to consider infrastructure development for 11th Ave SW including special assessment district
The council will hold public hearings on amendments to animal cruelty, criminal trespass, and fire protection codes. They will consider resolutions for the 11th Ave SW infrastructure project, including stormwater, water, sewer, and street work, as well as a special assessment district. Consent agenda items include a…
Ramsey County Commission to discuss bids and road/water projects
The Ramsey County Commission will convene a special meeting to discuss bid selections and road and water infrastructure projects. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 27, 2026, at 8:00 A.M. in the Commission Meeting Room.
Committee to consider sand truck purchase and sludge press change order
The Police & Fire Committee and Public Works Committee meet jointly. The Public Works Committee will vote on recommending approval of several equipment purchases and a change order, including a sand truck and stainless steel box totaling $215,500, and a lime sludge press change order for $10,370.70. The Police & Fire…
Traill County approves $2.35 million bridge project
The County Commission approved a low bid of $2,351,235 for Bridge 361 and Bridge 374. The board also authorized road agreements, fund transfers for the Road and Bridge Fund, and budget baselines for 2027.
Wahpeton Council approves SPARC location and $100,267 sealcoat project
The City Council decided on the placement of the Southern Prairie Activity & Recreation Center (SPARC) and approved several infrastructure and equipment contracts. The body also addressed local sales tax compliance and upcoming election details.
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.
Commission considers petition to change number of county commissioners
The Billings County Commission will review a petition regarding the number of commissioners and discuss a beer and liquor license for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. The body will also address insurance renewals and road improvements for Roughrider State Park.
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.
Council to vote on $2.6M seal coat contract and animal cruelty ordinance
The City Council will consider bid awards for a $2.6 million seal coat project and a $95,000 sidewalk project. First readings of ordinances on animal cruelty, criminal trespass, and fire protection code are scheduled. The consent agenda includes over 30 routine items, including engineering payments and gaming permits.
Billings County to award engineering services for Buffalo Gap Road Extension
The Billings County Commission will meet jointly with the Golden Valley County Commission to award engineering services for the Buffalo Gap Road Extension. Following the joint session, the Billings County Commission will meet to act on a purchase agreement for 10.11 acres of land.
Commission to consider extending sales tax for public infrastructure
The City Commission will hold public hearings on annexing 236 acres, rezoning for Clara Barton School addition, and special assessments for sewer repairs. On the regular agenda, commissioners will consider a resolution to extend the sales tax for public infrastructure, potentially placing it on the ballot, and discuss…
Ramsey County Commission to discuss Model D Ordinance and Home Rule draft
The Ramsey County Commission will meet to review financial reports and bills. The agenda includes unfinished business regarding a Model D Ordinance and a Home Rule draft. The County Highway Superintendent and the RC Water Resource District Board are also scheduled to appear.
Ward County Commission holds public hearing on updated floodplain ordinance
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a second reading of the updated Ward County Floodplain Ordinance. The commission will also review bills totaling $177,618.59 and discuss road paving and bridge replacement projects. Tax roll adjustments and agricultural land valuations are on the agenda.
City Commission will hear the Floodplain District Ordinance #1484
The Mandan City Commission meeting will consider several items, including a public hearing on Floodplain District Ordinance #1484. Commissioners will also review a raffle permit for the Church of St. Joseph, a job description for a part‑time real property appraiser, a cost‑share reimbursement agreement for the 2026…
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.