Fargo Considers Smartphone App to Monitor Parking

A quick story about progressive municipal government taking shape in Fargo. The City of Fargo is considering developing a smartphone app that will help them monitor parking.

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City of Minot to Re-Bid Downtown Project

Bids were higher than expected, so they will be put out again for a second go around, this time in three phases taking place over the next three summers.

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Committee Hears Parking Pits Plan

The City of Minot’s Finance Committee heard a report on the downtown parking lot fiasco. A full estimate of the money required to get the projects moving is expected for Monday’s full City Council meeting.

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The Renaissance Zones are Working

The Fargo Forum takes a closer look at the Renaissance Zone incentives and the impact they have had on smaller communities.

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Grand Forks Opens Downtown Outdoor Ice Rink

The project was spearheaded by the Grand Forks Downtown Development Association, and it’s open as late as 11 pm on weekends.

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Downtown Infrastructure Bids Come in High

Initial bids for the large-scale project that will replace water, sewer, and other essential infrastructure came in higher than expected. The City is currently evaluating those bids and will decide whether to accept one or rebid shortly.

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Fargo City Commission Considers Renewal of Renaissance Zone Tax Breaks

In Minot we’re working on our own downtown renaissance, one that’s somewhat behind Fargo’s. The sentiment in Fargo suggests the vote will be to continue the tax incentives for downtown development.

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City Council Changes Leases on Parking Garage Projects

— City of Minot Official News Release — The Minot City Council today amended leases on the parking garages currently under construction in downtown Minot.  In order to get construction of the downtown parking structures back on track, the Minot City Council amended leases with the developer, Cypress Development, so they could secure additional funding necessary

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