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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Mandan public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
NDOF loan applications — PetroServe USA and SLR LLC 03
The North Dakota Opportunity Fund Loan Committee was scheduled to consider loan requests from PetroServe USA of Fargo and SLR LLC 03 of Bismarck, discussing them in closed session. These loans can help businesses finance growth in North Dakota communities.
Pop-up Shop Rental Assistance Pilot Program
701 Venue gets up to $30,000 in matching funds to spruce up its Main Street storefront — a win for downtown revitalization.
Capital Reserve Transfer to Destination Development Grant
A proposal to move or designate $16,000 from the capital reserve into the Destination Development Grant fund (218.243) supporting the SideTracks makerspace. This uses savings set aside for capital projects to boost the tourism makerspace.
2027 Library Calendar and By-Laws Review
The board was scheduled to approve the 2027 library calendar and discuss updates to the Board of Trustees by-laws — housekeeping items that set library hours and how the board governs itself.
Satellite Library (The Branch) Funding and Operations
Updates were scheduled on the bookmobile, The Branch (previously targeted for an October 20 opening), the SideTracks tourism makerspace, and fundraising efforts. These projects shape where and how residents access library services.
Special election on proposed ordinance
Voters will decide a proposed ordinance at a December 15, 2026 special election.
Improvement bonds Series 2026ABCD
The financing resolution lets the city sell improvement bonds to fund infrastructure projects.
2027 city budget and property tax levy (Ordinance No. 1488)
The commission finalized the city's 2027 budget and 2026 tax levy. This sets spending priorities for everything from police to parks next year.
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.
Fringe Area Road Master Plan update
The 2027-2030 plan update guides future road improvements in the areas surrounding Mandan, adopted jointly through the Bismarck-Mandan MPO.
Landfill capacity expansion
Weisz and Sons, Inc. won the landfill excavation contract with a small $6,500 budget increase from the solid waste fund.