Last fall I published an idea for Minot developed by the team at Ackerman Estvold; it was an engineering solution to open up the river and restore active water flow to the long-abandoned dead loops. The plan also called for the removal[...]
Tag: Minot Park District
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Winnipeg Making the Most of River Recreation Opportunities
When life gives you winter, make winter fun. That seems to be the attitude of the folks in Winnipeg who convert the Assiniboine and Red Rivers into frozen skating trails when the ice becomes safe enough. Maybe it’s an idea for the[...]
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Lace ’em up: Downtown Fargo skating rink opens
A joint private-public project in Fargo has people lacing up skates in the downtown business district. It’s a trial rink for the next few years, but if successful the city and parks plan to make permanent. [...]Read More... from Lace ’em up:[...]
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Grand Forks Park District Looks to Adopt 5-year Plan
The Grand Forks Park District has mapped out their five-year plan and is expected to formally adopt it at their August meeting. The plan highlights modifications and additions as recommended by a six-month study provided by a consulting firm. [...]Read More... from[...]
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Minot Parks & Ward County to Collaborate on Trail Between MAFB & Minot
Last Tuesday’s Park Board meeting had some exciting news for outdoor recreation fans — especially those that like old fashioned pedal bikes. An abandoned rail spur between the Northeast part of Minot and the South entrance to Minot Air Force Base will[...]
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Minot Park District Spraying for Mosquitos
Considering the warm spring, the mosquitos in town seemed to have a slow start, but they’ve come on with a vengeance lately. Officials at Minot Park District have noticed, and they’re working to keep the pesky creatures at bay. KX News has[...]
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Minot Frisbee Golf Enthusiasts Surveying Community on Minot’s Course
George Costanza called it ‘frolf’. For most, the activity that involves a casual walk in the park accompanied by throwing a frisbee towards a basket of hanging chains is known as frisbee golf or disc golf. It’s fun, it’s affordable, it’s exercise[...]
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Roosevelt Park Zoo Loses Female Otter ‘Cinnamon’
Roosevelt Park Zoo staff are down in the dumps. Here’s the story per their Facebook page: The Roosevelt Park Zoo staff are mourning the loss of the female otter, “Cinnamon”. The female otter arrived May 6th into quarantine from Buttonwood Park Zoo.[...]
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Minot: Community Facility Sales Tax Applications
May was the application month for those seeking sales tax dollars for their community facility projects. Six applications were submitted — two from the City of Minot, two from the Minot Park District, one from Minot State University, and one from the Domestic[...]
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Watford City Parks & Recreation Grows to Meet Demands
Growing cities mean park and recreation departments have to look for new ways to keep people active and entertained. And that’s just what’s happening in Watford City as the parks department expands all parts of its operation. [...]Read More... from Watford City[...]
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Roosevelt Park Zoo Welcomes New Bison, Plus Other Exciting News
A newborn bison calf, the otters are back, and the red pandas look to be making an opening day appearance. Get the full story from KX News. [...]Read More... from Roosevelt Park Zoo Welcomes New Bison, Plus Other Exciting News
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Park Board: Radio City Renovation Approved, Lots of Other Business
It was a full agenda at last Wednesday’s Park Board meeting. Get the full rundown below. Radio City Park & Splash Pad Gets the Go Ahead Park Board members voted unanimously to move ahead with the ~$1.8 million renovation of Radio City[...]
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MARC Vote Fails by 2 -1 Margin
Final vote tallies: NO: 3788 | YES: 1862. The result of the vote means nothing will change for Minot property owners or shoppers. The Park District will continue to be funded by property tax. Minot’s sales tax rate will remain at 7.5%.[...]
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The MARC: Our Final Words
If you have chosen to get the information, you should be considering a ‘yes’ vote. If you’re firmly in the ‘no’ camp, these arguments won’t convince you to change your mind. I’m going to say them anyway. Minot Needs a Place for[...]
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Bismarck, Mandan Improve Water Parks and Pools
Bismarck and Mandan Park District’s are making improvements to their recreational water facilities. Full story from the Bismarck Tribune. [...]Read More... from Bismarck, Mandan Improve Water Parks and Pools
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KX News: Sales Tax, Property Tax, and the MARC
With the MARC vote coming up quickly, KX News sat down with City of Minot’s finance director Cindy Hemphill to get the facts on what items are charged a sales tax, what items are exempt, and how the proposal would affect your[...]