The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, May 19, 2025, 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[...]
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On This Day | Ambitious Paving Projects Underway
The estimated cost of the 38 blocks, which are divided into three districts, is $133,212.42. Approximately 80 blocks of paving were laid in Minot last year, and many more are expected to be included [...]Read More... from On This Day | Ambitious[...]
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Minot’s Flood Protection Tracking Forward With Nearly $200 Million in Total Funding Over Next Two Years
Minot’s long-running flood control effort just got a major boost. Lawmakers approved $81.1 million for construction over the next two years—slightly ahead of past commitments and part of a nearly $200 million package when combined with federal and local funding. Projects include[...]
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Public comment periods at North Dakota local government meetings become mandatory Aug. 1
Starting August 1, public boards across North Dakota will have to open the floor to the people at every meeting. A new law, signed by Gov. Kelly Armstrong, guarantees a public comment period for local government meetings—including school boards, park districts, and[...]
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Deep cuts to bus and rail services loom across big cities, small towns (Featuring Minot)
A city the size of Minot doesn’t need a subway map—but it does need reliable buses. With ridership still recovering from the pandemic and costs soaring, local transit is under real financial strain. A new bus now costs nearly twice what it[...]
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City acquisitions, relocations move forward
Delays in Minot’s flood protection land buyouts took center stage at Monday’s City Council meeting, as members pressed for answers on slow communication with property owners in the MI-4 and MI-8 project zones. Council member Mike Blessum voiced concern over months-long gaps[...]
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Broadway Circle gets new operator
Minot’s Broadway Circle will now be operated by Pathfinder Services of North Dakota. The City Council approved the agreement Monday, selecting Pathfinder over one other applicant. The organization will manage the family homeless shelter, a 17-unit apartment complex, and a commercial space[...]
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New policy resource helps cities finance and maintain tree canopies
In California, every $1 spent on tree maintenance returns $5.82 in benefits—from energy savings to cleaner air and higher property values. That kind of return is why the Smart Surfaces Coalition is encouraging cities to invest in their urban canopies. Their new[...]
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City Council Agenda | May 5, 2025
The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, May 5, 2025, 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[...]
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Minot to Host Welcome Home Event for Honor Flight Veterans on April 28
The community is invited to help welcome home 118 veterans returning to Minot as part of the Western ND Honor Flight. The veterans are scheduled to arrive at Minot International Airport on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 7:22 p.m. following a memorable[...]
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City to Cover Cost of Failing Shirley Court Lights
In a unanimous vote, the Minot City Council chose to fully cover the cost of replacing century-old decorative street lights in Shirley Court, sparing residents from a hefty special assessment. Council member Rob Fuller called it a matter of fairness, trust, and[...]
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City Council Agenda | April 21, 2025
The Minot City Council will hold its regular meeting on Monday, April 21, 2025, 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[...]
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City reviews $955M in capital improvements
Minot’s to-do list for the next five years is long—and expensive. At the center of the city’s proposed $955 million Capital Improvement Plan is a $6.37 million move to relocate Fire Station One to the growing south side, where coverage is falling[...]
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Port: Minot mayoral candidate is delinquent on more than $13,000 in property taxes
Minot voters will soon choose a new mayor—just two years into the current term—after Tom Ross resigned over misconduct earlier this month. Now, a special election is on the horizon, and one candidate campaigning on “transparency and accountability” is drawing scrutiny of[...]
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Minot’s Spring Clean Up Week Approaching
The City of Minot has released its 2025 schedule for spring and fall clean-up weeks, along with dates for household hazardous waste (HHW) and electronic waste (e-waste) collection. The spring clean-up week will run April 28 through May 2, with curbside pickup[...]
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Council Member Paul Pitner Announces Bid for Mayor
Minot’s mayoral race just gained another familiar name. City Councilman Paul Pitner has thrown his hat into the ring, becoming the third sitting alderman to step forward since Tom Ross resigned earlier this month. Pitner, who’s served since 2018, says he’s running[...]