Section: Public Affairs

Why Montana data is missing from national childhood immunization reports

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Picture this: You’re preparing for a trip, checking the route, sealing the bags, but you skip the weather forecast. Risky, right? That’s Montana right now with childhood vaccination data. For over three years, it’s been the only state not reporting this crucial information to the CDC. A 2021 law change unraveled the state’s data collection,

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Burgum emphasizes workforce in his final North Dakota budget recommendations

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by: MinotVoice  |  

“Companies win — and now I know that states win — by attracting two things: capital and talent,” Those are the comments of Governor Burgum given in his outgoing budget address. Mary Steurer with the North Dakota Monitor has the full story linked below.

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Constitutional Reading: Article I, Sections 4-5

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Back to the Beginning from our sister site Research.ForMinot. It is a twice-weekly reading and reflection project on the U.S. Constitution. We’re reintroducing our founding document to you in bite-size chunks. Then we’ll invite you to answer a couple survey questions about what you read. It’s inspired by this idea. And if you’re catching up

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North Dakota lawmakers discuss changing conflict of interest rules

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By: Mary Steurer, North Dakota Monitor |

North Dakota legislative committees approved changes to their conflict of interest rules on Monday that aim to make the process easier for lawmakers to understand and to address concerns about transparency. The proposed amendments will undergo further discussion Tuesday, and go before the floors of the House and Senate on Wednesday morning for final approval.

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Between Obesity and Anorexia, Please!

by: Jim Maxson  |  

My self-imposed label is that of an optimistic skeptic. Skepticism of norms, with a touch of imagination here and there, are the cornerstones of progress in the world as we know it. Based on where this nation appears to be heading, the jury is still out on where skepticism ends and contempt begins. As a

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Term Limits Will Force New Lawmakers Into Mix Sooner

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By: Michael Achterling, North Dakota Monitor |

The North Dakota Legislature is preparing newer lawmakers for upcoming sessions with an emphasis on rapid skill development due to term limits. These limits, approved by voters in 2022, cap lawmakers at eight years each in the House and Senate, significantly impacting institutional knowledge. To address this, strategies include appointing multiple vice chairs, offering mentorship,

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Less than half of local IT leaders not ready for AI, survey says

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by: MinotVoice  |  

A theme of today’s news seems to be the fast-moving digital world around us. And the rate it which AI is shaping it is accelerating. Are our local governments and institutions ready for what’s not just on the horizon, but already here? Not if you ask those who are in charge of information technology for

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When is a Round About a Smart Traffic Solution?

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Charles Marohn is the founder of Strong Towns and has been a regular key note speaker at North Dakota’s Main Street Summits. He’s also a licensed engineer and someone who’s studied communities, the decisions they make, and the path to community prosperity more than the average person. His conclusion — doing the smallest things, and

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Back to the Beginning: The Senate & Chusing Senators

by: MinotVoice  |  

Back to the Beginning is a twice-weekly reading and reflection project on the U.S. Constitution. We’re reintroducing our founding document to you in bite-size chunks. Then we’ll invite you to answer a couple survey questions about what you read. It’s inspired by this idea. And if you’re catching up mid-series, you can start from the

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Minot Park District’s half-cent sales tax explained

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by: MinotVoice  |  

On Monday, City Council will consider a resolution to officially call a special election for next June. The question: should we change the way we fund the Park District and spend more from sales tax and less from property tax? That’s the simplified version. Kyara Brown with KX News has more details on the proposal

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Ward County Commission | December 3, 2024

by: MinotVoice  |  

The Ward County Commission will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 9:00 AM in the Commission Chambers at the Ward County Administrative Building, located at 315 3rd St SE. The meeting will begin with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the roll call and approval of the meeting agenda. Among the

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City Council Agenda | December 2, 2024

by: MinotVoice  |  

The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, December 2, 2024, at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 10 3rd Ave SW. Residents in need of special accommodations are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s office at 857-4752. This meeting will include the roll call, Pledge

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Minot School District Looking to sell land near Ramstad Middle School

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by: MinotVoice  |  

The Minot School District is working to sell nearly 70 acres of undeveloped land located within city limits. The land, ranging from 10th to 14th Street Northwest, is being appraised for its infrastructure compliance. Superintendent Dr. Scott Faul highlights interest from developers due to limited urban property availability. Selling the land aims to reduce maintenance

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What’s Really Going On?

By: Carrie Evans |

On September 27, 2024, the Minot City Council allotted $50,000 to Clark Hill (a multinational  law firm), to conduct an external investigation into the Minot Police Department, specifically the leadership (not just Chief Klug). The report finds there was no information to support the existence of: a hostile work environment, inconsistent discipline, police staff lacking

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Thank You Blue!

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

As you run your gratitude list today, here’s one item to add. Today, add a little extra thanks for our police officers and the Minot Police Department. If you’re out of the loop, the Minot Police Department is in the middle of a difficult moment. The department’s dirty laundry has been aired publicly as result

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Why City Officials Need To Ditch the Jargon

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By: Emma Durand-Wood, Strong Towns |

**I remember the first time I heard the word “rationalize” in the context of municipal infrastructure.** I was reading the Winnipeg Recreation Strategy, a framework that lays out a 25-year plan for pools, arenas, community centers, etc. within my city. As I was scanning the document, I kept coming across this word. It popped up

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