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Jun 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
North Dakota State Water Commission Minutes
The Commission addressed various water infrastructure and funding initiatives. Key discussion topics included the authorization of funding and contract awards for the Southwest Pipeline Project, specifically regarding rural service expansion and intake pump modifications. The meeting also covered the restructuring of funding allocations for the Northwest Area Water Supply project and the approval of the REM fund reimbursement process. Additionally, the Commission reviewed and approved several state cost-share requests for flood control and water supply projects across multiple districts, received updates on the Mouse River Enhanced Flood Protection and Red River Valley Water Supply projects, and discussed modifications to the cost-share program.
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The Commission meeting covered several operational and financial topics, including a report on oil price volatility affecting project funding and updates on the status of various water infrastructure projects. Key actions included approving funding authorizations for equipment procurement and expansion projects for the Southwest Pipeline Project, and authorizing change orders for the Northwest Area Water Supply project. The Commission granted extensions for several project sponsors' four-year progress reports and approved multiple state cost-share requests for water supply and infrastructure projects across various municipalities and water resource districts. Additionally, updates were provided on the Western Area Water Supply project and various legal and departmental matters.
Jul 1, 2025·StrategicPlan
Board
North Dakota Legislative Assembly Water Policy And Projects
This legislative chapter outlines the state's comprehensive water policy and projects, establishing long-term goals for water development and management to ensure economic vitality and quality of life for its citizens. Key priorities include the completion of major flood control projects such as the Mouse River and Fargo-Moorhead enhanced flood control projects, and the Red River Valley water supply project. The policy also emphasizes developing regional and rural water supply systems, promoting irrigation, and establishing an infrastructure loan fund to support these initiatives. Additionally, it addresses the transfer of the Southwest Pipeline Project and discussions regarding the Garrison Diversion Unit, while ensuring the utilization of Missouri River waters for industrial uses.
May 28, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
North Dakota State Water Commission Special Meeting
The meeting included an executive session for attorney consultation regarding the Southwest Pipeline Project (SWPP) Intake, Contract 1-2A. Following the consultation, the Commission directed DWR staff to finalize the SWPP Intake settlement agreement.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
