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Chad Raatz

City Supervisor at City of Oakes

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Organization: City of Oakes · ND

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Zasha Johnson
City Auditor

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Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Chad Raatz’s organization

Jun 9, 2026BoardMeeting

Board

City Council City Council Meeting

The council held a public hearing on zoning amendments, ultimately denying two conditional use requests for recreational vehicle occupation on residential lots. The engineer provided updates on water treatment plant improvements, contract executions for manhole replacement, and a connectivity study for highway 1. Various permits and licenses were approved, including gaming site authorizations, building permits, special event permits, and annual alcohol licenses. The council approved a tourism fund request for a concert series and discussed concerns regarding authorized hydrant use. Additionally, the council approved a two-year moratorium on new alcohol licenses, discussed pending infrastructure plans for Great Plains Oil, and addressed property cleanup and nuisance enforcement policies.

May 12, 2026BoardMeeting

Board

City Council City Council Meeting

The meeting addressed water plant improvements, including a change order and technical assistance invoices. Building permits for residential and commercial projects, as well as gaming and game of chance permits, were authorized. Key discussions involved a franchise renewal agreement with Ottertail Power and addressing noise concerns related to railroad engines. Committee updates covered city ordinances regarding campers, liquor licenses, and drainage issues, alongside infrastructure topics like trailer park water metering, gym flooring, and property maintenance enforcement. Additional actions included the designation of an official city newspaper, approval of financial requests for the D.A.R.E. program and local tourism, and the advancement of the Off-Highway Vehicle Ordinance.

Mar 10, 2026BoardMeeting

Board

City Council Meeting

The council appointed a new Vice President and approved multiple engineering agreements related to a water plant improvement project. Discussion covered geotechnical reports for sewer work, a corridor study for the Highway 1 walking path, and results from lead service line door-to-door visits. The council approved gaming permits and various invoices. Presentations included an apprenticeship program for water plant operators. Committee reports touched on facility maintenance, tree board activities, and potential grant opportunities. In new business, the council discussed sewer insurance endorsements, an ordinance update for off-highway vehicles, appointments to the Planning and Zoning Board, and public works department equipment needs, including lawnmower bids, sweeper repairs, and water testing equipment upgrades.

Feb 10, 2026BoardMeeting

Board

City Council Meeting

The council received an engineering report covering the completion of a GIS map, the awarding of a bid for the WTP improvement project, and the status of ongoing geotechnical and lead line survey work. The session included the approval of various permits, including games of chance and a building permit for a detached garage. Financial matters addressed included the review and payment of city bills and payroll, as well as the approval of a second reading for a flood plain ordinance update. Additionally, the council discussed upcoming personnel recruitment, conference attendance, and the need to appoint a new member to the county JDA board.

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