Schools & libraries in North Dakota local government
What North Dakota city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about schools & libraries — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
137 North Dakota meetings since 2024 covered schools & libraries. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in North Dakota with the most schools & libraries activity
- Dickinson Public Schools, ND (56)
- Burleigh County, ND (30)
- Mandan, ND (27)
- Stanley, ND (6)
- Jamestown, ND (4)
- Wahpeton, ND (3)
- Dunn County, ND (3)
- Cooperstown, ND (3)
- Ramsey County, ND (2)
- Billings County, ND (2)
- Williston, ND (1)
Latest matching meetings
Library board to approve 2027 grant request for Bismarck Library Foundation
The Burleigh County Library Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting on August 27, 2026, at the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes, invoices, and financial reports. The primary substantive action is the approval of a 2027 grant…
Library board to review finances, bills, and 2027 budget
The Morton Mandan Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to approve minutes and monthly bills, review the financial report, and discuss the 2027 budget. They will also cover updates on the bookmobile, library closures, and project updates. The meeting is routine with no major decisions expected beyond standard…
Council to approve developer agreement and infrastructure contracts for Ski Son Development
The Jamestown City Council will hold a special meeting to vote on four resolutions. The primary focus is the approval of the Developer's Agreement and related engineering and construction contracts for the Ski Son Development-Buffalo Estates District #26-51. The council will also request a review of the James River…
Council to consider kratom ban, fine increase, and charter amendment
The Stanley City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 11, 2026, addressing a range of items including financial reports, committee updates, and several ordinances. Key actions include a second reading to amend the Home Rule Charter, a first reading to prohibit kratom sales, and a first reading to increase…
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…
Water plant, Cargill wastewater, library steps, jail update on agenda
The Public Works Committee will discuss and potentially decide on several infrastructure and maintenance items, including cabinets for the water treatment plant office, a domestic wastewater agreement with Cargill, step repairs at Leach Library, and an update on the Richland County Jail. The committee will also…
Workshop to draft the agenda for the August 10 school board meeting
The Dickinson Public Schools board will hold a workshop to prepare the agenda for its next regular meeting on August 10, 2026. No substantive decisions are scheduled; the session is purely procedural.
Council approves tobacco license for Wahpeton Fuels after failed compliance test
The Wahpeton City Council approved a retail tobacco license for Beehive Fuels D/B/A Wahpeton Fuels at 2100 9th St. N. after the business failed a compliance check by selling tobacco to a minor. The council also approved disbursing $28,159.58 in Bull Bash proceeds to the Fire Department Relief Fund, approved street…
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.
Dickinson Public Schools workshop to set July 20 board meeting agenda
The school board is meeting for a workshop to build the agenda for the July 20, 2026, School Board Meeting. The session is primarily procedural.
Workshop on RSP and Strategic Plan for Dickinson schools
This is a workshop session to discuss the district's RSP and Strategic Plan, including an update on Dickinson High School. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the board will build the agenda for a future school board 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.
Board to vote on rescheduling June meeting to June 23 due to election certification delay
The Dickinson Public Schools Special School Board Session will consider rescheduling the regular June school board meeting from Monday, June 22, to Tuesday, June 23, 2026, because the 2026 Primary Election Certification will not be available in time. A voice vote on a motion to make the change is requested.
Workshop to prepare June 23 school board agenda
This is a procedural workshop where the Dickinson Public Schools board will build the agenda for their June 23, 2026, regular meeting. No substantive decisions or votes are scheduled.
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…
2026 County Equalization Meeting on June 2 agenda
The Ramsey County Commission will hold its annual equalization meeting for property assessments. Unfinished business includes discussion of the Church Ferry property and planning for the 2027 budget. Reports will be given by the extension office and Lake Region Public Library on its 2025 annual report. Routine…
Commission to consider a letter supporting a land swap for the Theodore Roosevelt Library
The Billings County Commission will discuss a letter of support for a land swap involving the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and the National Park Service. The item is presented by County Auditor Marcia Kessel. No other agenda items are listed.
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.
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.
Dickinson Public Schools workshop to develop upcoming board meeting agenda
The school board is holding a workshop to build the agenda for the May 11, 2026, School Board Meeting. This session includes a discussion regarding RSP.
Mandan City Commission discusses gaming authorizations and library design services
The City Commission will consider several items including gaming site authorizations, liquor license applications, and a setback variance. The body will also discuss selecting a consultant for the Waste Water Treatment Plant Project.
Commission to hear school bond presentation, alcohol license transfers, zoning changes
The Bismarck City Commission will hold public hearings on alcohol license transfers, a zoning map amendment, and a floodplain ordinance text change. The regular agenda also includes a presentation on the 2026 school bond referendum, the Dakota West Arts Council annual report, and a Renaissance Zone project approval…
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.
Library board to review finances, reports, and routine approvals
The Bismarck Public Library Board of Directors is holding a regular meeting with a routine agenda. They will approve meeting minutes and invoices, accept financial reports, and hear the library director's monthly report. Reports will also be given by the Bismarck Library Foundation and the Friends of the Bismarck…
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.
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…
Workshop to build April 13 school board agenda
The Dickinson Public Schools Board is holding a workshop to build the agenda for the April 13, 2026 school board meeting. The agenda consists only of procedural items: call to order, building the agenda, and adjournment. No specific decisions or substantive discussions are listed.
Dunn County Commission to review paving projects and bid openings
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss road paving projects with the City of Killdeer and hold bid openings for Northern Plains and McKenzie Bay. The body will also consider school bond grant applications and utility permits.
Library Board to review 2025 year-end budget and approve invoices
The Bismarck Public Library Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting to approve invoices, accept financial reports, and review the 2025 year-end budget report. The board will also hear reports from the Bismarck Library Foundation and the Friends of the Bismarck Public Library. This is a routine administrative…
Council to consider library building purchase and airport buildings
The Cooperstown City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially decide on the purchase of a library building, a local permit submitted by the Griggs County Public Library, and matters related to airport buildings. The agenda is brief and focused on these three items.
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 to vote on furniture bids for Dickinson High School
The school board will consider and vote on approving base furniture bids for Dickinson High School and a music alternative furniture bid package for Wenger Corporation. An update on the Dickinson High School rebuild project will also be presented by JE Dunn for informational purposes.
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…
School Board considers scheduling election for June 9, 2026
The Board is meeting to decide the date for the school board election. The proposed date is June 9, 2026, to coincide with city, county, and primary elections.
Workshop to plan March 9 school board agenda
The Dickinson Public Schools board holds a workshop to draft the agenda for the March 9 regular board meeting. The meeting consists of procedural items only: call to order, agenda building, and adjournment. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
Library Board to review finances, reports, and routine business
The Bismarck Public Library Board of Directors is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes and invoices, accept financial reports, and hear updates from the library director, the Bismarck Library Foundation, and the Friends of the Library. The agenda is largely routine and procedural, with no major policy…
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.
Bismarck Human Relations Committee to discuss 2025 Humanitarian of the Year and next community event
The Bismarck Human Relations Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and public comment. They will discuss the 2025 Humanitarian of the Year Award and plan the next Community Conversations event. The agenda also includes updates on community events like Families Around the World…