Mandan Board of City Commission Regular Meeting - March 3, 2026

The Mandan Board of City Commission met on March 3, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Ed Bosch Frelick meeting room at Mandan City Hall. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Trish and Joey Kamisa, followed by announcements, recognitions, and updates. Key actions included approval of a floodplain ordinance first reading, a cost-share agreement for street reconstruction, authorization for bids on a street improvement project, and creation of a new street improvement district with a municipal infrastructure fund contribution.

Recognitions & Presentations

• Winter Business Awards: Carrie presented Cappuccino on Collins with the 2025-26 Winter Business Award for festive decorations, winning by three votes over Neighbor Keynote Aromas. The business also received the Golden Shovel for keeping walkways clear of snow and ice, winning 31% of public votes against six nominated businesses.
• Volunteer Recognition: Lori Langing was recognized for 12 years of service on the Community Beautification Committee (2013–2025), including her role in reactivating the committee. She also served on other city boards.
• Morton Mandan Public Library Passport Service Update: Barb reported that the library continues to offer passport services because it is government-funded, unlike nonprofit libraries whose services were ceased. From January 1 to February 27, 2026, the library processed 172 passports (up from 115 in the same period in 2025), with eight agents available. Service hours increased to Monday–Friday, resulting in a 22% increase in volume.
• Assessment Notice Update: Kimberly explained a legislative change to Century Code 57-02, effective 2026, requiring all parcels with taxable value to receive a mailed notice of real estate assessment (including 2025 and 2026 values). Previously, notices were only sent for increases of 10% or more plus $3,000. Notices will be mailed mid-March. Physical reviews continue by quadrant.

Consent Calendar

• Approved items: Consent agenda items 1, 2, and 4 were approved unanimously (motion by Commissioner Rohr, second by Commissioner Schoberg; roll call: all yes). Item 3 was pulled for discussion.
  • Item 1: Approval of February 17, 2026, regular meeting minutes (motion by Commissioner Schoberg, second by Commissioner Rohr; all yes).
  • Item 2: Approval of February 27, 2026, special meeting minutes (motion by Commissioner Heinshawn, second by Commissioner Rohr; all yes).
  • Item 4: (Not specified in transcript, but approved as part of consent agenda.)

Public Comments & Testimony

• No public comments were offered.

Discussion Items

• Floodplain District Ordinance 1484 (First Reading): Jordan presented the ordinance, required by state Senate Bill 2027 effective August 1, 2025, to ensure compliance with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Over 22,000 communities nationwide participate in NFIP, including 338 in North Dakota. The ordinance is largely unchanged from the current version, with minor adjustments to base flood elevation requirements for residential structures. Compliance is necessary for grant writing and disaster relief eligibility. The ordinance was published in the newspaper and on the city website. No public comments were received during the hearing. The first reading was approved unanimously (motion by Commissioner Rohr, second by Commissioner Brown; roll call: all yes). The second reading is scheduled for March 17, 2026.
• Cost Share Agreement for 2026 Reconstruct Project Area 2B (Item 3 pulled from consent): Jerek explained that the State Water Commission approved a cost-share reimbursement of nearly $230,000 on February 12, 2026, for preliminary design work on the Area 2B project (street, sewer, water main improvements near Roosevelt Elementary School). The agreement was approved unanimously (motion by Commissioner Heinshawn, second by Commissioner Brown; roll call: all yes).
• Plans and Specifications for Project 3A – Red Trail Elementary Street Improvement District 241: Jerek presented the substantially completed plan set for a street rehabilitation project (no water/sewer replacements needed). Two public input meetings were held at Red Trail Elementary, and resident concerns have been addressed. The proposed bid date is March 27, 2026. The plans and specifications were approved, and advertisement for bids was authorized unanimously (motion by Commissioner Schoberg, second by Commissioner Heinshawn; roll call: all yes).
• Creation of Street Improvement District 243 – Mandan Proper Phase One: Jerek outlined the first phase of a four-phase project. A public open house on January 15, 2026, and a phase-one input meeting on February 24, 2026, were held at First Lutheran Church, with positive feedback. The resolutions included: resolution of necessity, resolution to create the district, and resolution approving the engineer’s report. A protest period will begin March 7 (first publication) and end April 6, 2026. Letters with estimated special assessments will be sent to residents. A second input meeting is scheduled for March 12, 2026 (6–8 PM at First Lutheran Church). The resolutions were approved unanimously (motion by Commissioner Schoberg, second by Commissioner Rohr; roll call: all yes).

Key Outcomes

• Floodplain Ordinance 1484 (First Reading): Approved unanimously. Second reading set for March 17, 2026.
• Cost Share Agreement for Area 2B: Approved unanimously, securing $230,000 from the State Water Commission.
• Project 3A – Red Trail Elementary: Plans and specifications approved; bids to be advertised with a bid opening date of March 27, 2026.
• Street Improvement District 243 – Mandan Proper Phase One: Resolutions approved unanimously. Protest period: March 7 – April 6, 2026. Second input meeting: March 12, 2026, 6–8 PM.
• Municipal Infrastructure Funds Contribution: Approved unanimously to contribute an estimated $2.2 million to the Mandan Proper Phase One project (motion by Commissioner Heinshawn, second by Commissioner Brown; roll call: all yes).
• Future Meeting Dates: March 17, 2026 (5:30 PM, wear green), April 7, 2026 (5:30 PM, followed by Board of Equalization at 7 PM), and April 21, 2026 (5:30 PM).

The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:00 PM.