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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Mandan public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Water, sewer, and Public Works rate increases for 2027
New rates for water, sewer, and Public Works services take effect January 1, 2027 — utility customers will see the changes on their bills in the new year.
Wastewater Treatment Facility expansion
The commission authorized staff to seek a construction manager at-risk for the wastewater treatment plant expansion — a big infrastructure project with long-term costs.
Utility master planning solicitation
Staff got the green light to advertise for qualified firms to help the city plan its utilities — water, sewer and related infrastructure — for the future.
Emergency water main replacement at 14th St NE & Collins Avenue
An aging asbestos-cement water main buried 15-18 feet deep keeps breaking near Eagles Park, leaving three businesses on temporary water. The commission declared an emergency to speed up replacing 500 feet of pipe with a $200,000 budget amendment.
Raw water intake sandbar study
Sandbars keep causing problems at the city's raw water intake. A $225,000 study, split 50/50 with Marathon, will model river migration and design long-term fixes.
Memorial Highway water main replacement funding
Mandan is replacing about 3.2 miles of aging asbestos cement water mains along Memorial Highway, from Main Street to 46th Avenue SE. The state covers 60% of eligible costs, and both East and West segments will now be built at the same time in 2026.