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Sep 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Ward County Commissioners Special Meeting
The Auditor/Treasurer presented an overview of the 2027 budget options. The board approved the second budget option and officially adopted the 2027 Ward County budget, totaling over $64.8 million. Additionally, the commission passed resolutions regarding total levies of $21,515,780 and authorized tax levies totaling $2,475,157 against taxable properties.
Sep 21, 2026·
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The board meetings addressed various operational and financial matters, including the review of monthly expenditures and seasonal payroll. Key discussion topics involved updates on weed spraying operations, the coordination of helicopter spraying services, and ongoing weed control efforts. Additionally, the board reviewed budget balances, discussed contract arrangements with the North Dakota Department of Transportation, and addressed planning for seasonal staffing requirements. Administrative topics included coordination with the City of Minot Public Works and participation in regional agricultural events.
Sep 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board of Ward County Commissioners Minutes
The board discussed and approved various administrative and financial matters, including the payment of bills across several departments. Health insurance plan options were reviewed, and decisions were made regarding stop-loss thresholds and participant contributions. The commissioners also approved tax roll adjustments, granted access to state park land for tree sap collection, and received various monthly reports and correspondence. Additional actions included authorizing raffle and special event permits and the establishment of Planning and Zoning as a standalone department. The 2027 budget discussion was tabled until a future meeting.
Sep 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ward County Water Resource Board Minutes
The board reviewed monthly bills and financial reports. Agenda items included certifying special assessments for the First Larson Sanitary and Sewer District and discussing project updates for Low Head Dams, the Burlington Dam 3 rehabilitation, and the Valley Street Project, where payment applications and fencing bids were approved. The board addressed the Rice Lake Surface Drain Permit, plat application recommendations, and property setback issues regarding the Ansuz LLC application. Discussions also covered potential easement acquisitions, levee maintenance documentation requirements, and parcel deeds for the City of Burlington. Furthermore, the board reviewed equipment approach requests for culverts, investigated drainage issues near the East Burdick Expressway, and acknowledged bridge replacement comments.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.