Underserved rural communities targeted in legislative proposal
In the rolling plains of rural North Dakota, small towns like Wing face big challenges. Imagine trying to build a city hall with no funds or renovate a community greenhouse with change found in couch cushions. Enter Senate Bill 2097, a proposal that could flip this script. It aims to create a $50 million Rural Community Endowment Fund, a financial lifeline for communities with under 1,000 residents. If approved, projects that improve livability and sustainability might finally see the light of day, ushering a new era for North Dakota’s small towns.
Get the full story from Michael Standaert writing for the North Dakota News Cooperative.
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