Julie ZarlingAssistant Finance Director
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City of Fairmont
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for City of Fairmont.
- Buyer type:
- City
- Location:
- Fairmont, MN
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for City of Fairmont.
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
167547
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
90
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
10,099
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
45 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
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Cooperatives
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Fairmont
The council held a workshop to discuss the vision, scope, and planning framework for a new Community Center utilizing Local Option Sales Tax (LOsT) funds, with a preference for a flexible, year-round recreational facility within a $10 million budget. Staff was directed to obtain updated cost and size estimates from an owner's representative. Additionally, the council discussed water quality initiatives for the Chain of Lakes, specifically the potential allocation of $2 million in LOsT funds for projects, and reached a consensus to convene representatives from relevant agencies to coordinate on long-term water quality solutions.
The Council reviewed the investment report for the period ending June 30, 2026, and heard public comments regarding potential water quality improvements and traffic safety concerns on Fourth Street. Action items included authorizing the bid process for the Fairmont Aquatic Center sand filter project and awarding a contract for control panels at the WIP substation. The council discussed concerns related to building code enforcement and permitting processes, the scope and location of new pickleball and tennis courts at the Jeffrey Kot Fields, and the structure of the City Administrator's performance evaluation. Staff provided updates on the 2027 budget, capital improvement plans, roadway projects, and a recent housing study.
The City Council participated in a workshop facilitated by the League of Minnesota Cities to discuss effective cooperation between the Council and city staff. Key discussion topics included defining the respective roles and responsibilities of the Mayor, Councilmembers, City Administrator, and staff, with an emphasis on policy-making and maintaining operational boundaries. The Council also reviewed communication and information-sharing policies, strategies for balanced decision-making regarding complex problems, and the establishment of expectations regarding the Code of Conduct.
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