Matt Oase

The Commission addressed various municipal matters, including the final reading of an ordinance regarding salary and meeting compensation, the authorization of new personnel positions, and several infrastructure maintenance requests such as concrete removal and gutter replacement. Additionally, they approved the purchase of a high-efficiency pool heater and established policies for free swimming and video recording at the Aquatics and Wellness Center. The Commission also reviewed engineering project updates, tabled discussions on residency requirements and drainage repairs, and approved an amended snow clearing agreement.

The commission reviewed updates from the Dunn County Fair Association regarding the upcoming fair and carnival, and authorized sponsorship funds. Presentations from the Killdeer High School Rodeo Club led to the approval of funding for their annual event and facility additions. The commission took actions on property-related matters including purchasing and beginning condemnation proceedings for specific townsite lots, and authorized down payments for bathroom projects at Log Cabin Park and Lions Park. Legislative and operational items included the first reading of an ordinance on commission salaries, approval of restrictive covenants for specific land additions, and awarding a painting contract for the Aquatics & Wellness Center. Further actions included purchasing fitness equipment, designating an official city newspaper, authorizing machinery quotes, personnel hiring, and extending fencing for municipal units. The commission also reviewed regional board appointments, approved a Community Impact Recognition initiative, finalized significant bank deposit transfers, performed year-end account transfers, and approved engineering task orders for local street and seal coat projects. Director reports were provided covering municipal operations, park and recreation activities, and ongoing development projects.

The Commission addressed several municipal operations and projects, including support for an ambulance service grant application, planning for a wayfinding signage project, and the authorization of maintenance agreements and tree purchases. Various infrastructure and building improvement projects were reviewed and approved, such as shooting complex upgrades, park fence removals, HVAC and electrical work for a city-leased property, asbestos removal, and building demolition. The commission also handled administrative matters, including step schedule salary adjustments, staff hiring, the procurement of event materials, and equipment purchases. Engineering reports were presented regarding road projects, and financial items such as budget-related payments and bank deposit options were reviewed.

The Commission discussed several infrastructure and administrative projects. Key decisions included proceeding with the construction of a new city hall without a police department section, establishing a building committee, and initiating an expansion project for the public library. Additional approvals were granted for staking out property for city duplex fences, forming an outdoor pool committee, and amending use restrictions for the Hinrichs Mall property. The commission also authorized an offer for a property purchase, hired seasonal staff for the Public Works Department, approved a one-year introductory period policy for new hires, and moved forward with commission pay increases.

The Commission addressed various municipal business items, including the Board of Equalization meeting regarding 2026 property valuations and credits. Discussions and approvals involved bids for the removal of a metal building, the purchase of Memorial Day banners, and a lease extension with the Cowboy Golf Foundation. Multiple infrastructure projects were authorized, including bathroom construction at Lions Park and Log Cabin Park, an asbestos inspection for a city-owned property, a chip seal street project, and general street patching. Additionally, the Commission approved a summer internship, authorized a legal agreement with Bronson's Marketplace, contributed to a recreation center planning proposal, and allocated funds to the Killdeer Saddle Club for a historical anniversary event.