Aug. 31, 2018
WILLISTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
NEWS & UPDATES

Dear Williston Wire Readers,
 
City of Williston offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 3 in observance of Labor Day. City services will be adjusted to accommodate the change.
 
We hope you have a Safe and Happy Labor Day! 

 Shawn, Ann, Barb and Brenda
New Single Family Housing Permits increase in Williston

Williston Economic Development - New housing construction is on the rise in Williston, but it's still not at the level city leaders had hoped. Williston's Director of Development Services announced earlier in 2018 that the city would need up to 500 single family homes per year for the next 11 years to meet estimated demand. Mark Schneider explained the city is basing its housing goals on the 2016 NDSU Statewide Housing Needs Assessment - Population and Housing Forecast which estimated Williams County to grow by 68 percent through the year 2029. Read More
Developer to build 36 Single Family Homes near Williston High School
The new single family homes will be built along 44th Avenue in Williston. City of Williston
KEYZ Radio - It's called the Vista West Development and it's just west of Harvest Hills and Williston High School. The City Commission has voted to allow a developer to break ground on a project that in less than a years time turn out 36 single family dwellings in Williston. "The city approved 25 single family lots and 11 single family twin home lots, last night, that's about 8.2 acres of land," said Mark Schneider, Williston Director of Development Services. Read More
Community has Mixed Feelings on Proposed Fee-Based Liquor License Ordinance
About 25 people attended the public hearing regarding potential changes to Williston's liquor license ordinance. Williston Economic Development
Williston Herald - Community members, business owners and city leaders met Monday to discuss potential changes to the city's liquor license ordinance. The gathered crowd heard proposals from the city's liquor committee, made up of members of the city commission, economic development and law enforcement, on proposed changes to the city's liquor license ordinance. Read More
New Lunch Pad launched in Downtown Williston
The first Lunch Pad in Downtown Williston attracted a few food vendors and a lot of diners. Williston Economic Development
KUMV-TV - The Williston Downtowners Association debuted the Lunch Pad Thursday in the lot of the former Hedderichs building. The event started with free yoga and featured yard games, food trucks and music. Read More
Williston to allow More Sidewalk Amenities in Downtown Williston
City of Williston eases sidewalk restrictions to allow more outside dining, potted flowers, plants, signs and much more! Williston Herald photo
Williston Herald - The Williston City Commission voted unanimously at Tuesday's meeting to amend the city's ordinance regulating the use of sidewalk space around businesses. Rachel Laqua, principal planner for the City of Williston, presented the proposed change, which will allow businesses to utilize portions of city-owned sidewalks for display purposes.  Read More
1 Million Cups to feature Fresh Fit Kitchen, CrossFit Vokse Sept. 5
Williston Economic Development - The owners of two popular startups in Williston will share their success stories at 1 Million Cups in September. Blair and JW Sheering are the owners of a unique while Kallie Bratlien owns the popular crossfit gym. The presentations will begin at 8:30 a.m. in the Teton Lounge on the Williston State College campus. The meetings are free and open to the public!
Watford City's Twist Drive-In now offers Mexican Food
Tariq Bashir and his two cousins are running the Twist Drive-In in Watford City which now offers Mexican food and specialized services.
McKenzie County Farmer -
As a child, Tariq Bashir, now 37 years old, always dreamed of coming to America. As a fan of U.S. movies, Bashir says those films provoked a wonder within him to one day experience such a thing in real life. "When you see the glamour of America's movies as a little boy, you will always ask yourself, what better opportunities could it offer me," says Bashir.  For the full story, subscribe to the McKenzie County Farmer
McKenzie County Public School District enrolls 300 New Students
McKenzie County Public School District recorded a 300 plus increase in students this year.
McKenzie County Farmer -
Steve Holen, McKenzie County Public School District No. 1 superintendent, knew that Watford City's schools would see an enrollment jump when school started Aug. 23. Just a week earlier he said  the district had already registered just over 1,700 students.  But when 1,836 students showed up on  Thursday it was a surprise. For the full story, subscribe to the McKenzie County Farmer
Old Settlers Day Aug 31 - Sept. 1 in Fairview
Pictured is Foxtyn Jack Morgan from Egan, MN riding on his grandmother's, Jane Morgan (Dwyer), float in the 2017 Old Settlers Parade.
Roundup - For lifelong Alexander residents Jim and Barb Jacobson, Old Settlers Day is a time to celebrate a year's worth of agriculture. The couple will be honored at the 73rd annual Old Settlers Day in Alexander from August 30 through September 1st. The Old Settlers Day tradition  features a parade and beef barbeque, cooked under coals in a pit. Read More
Williston Petroleum Banquet Nov. 16; Nominations sought for Awards
News Release -  Williston API announces the seventh annual Williston Petroleum Banquet and Achievement Awards on Nov. 16 at the Grand Williston Hotel and Conference Center. As activity in the Williston Basin continues to improve, we take a night to celebrate the accomplishments of companies and individuals working to make our community great. Read More
Upcoming Williston Events
09/03  ------ Labor Day
City of Williston offices will be closed in observance of Labor Day.

09/05 ------ 1 Million Cups Williston
The owners of startups will share their business strategies at 8:30 a.m. at the Teton Lounge on the Williston State College campus.

09/08 ------ Opportunity Foundation Golf Tournament
Registration is open for the 13th annual Darrell Schmidt Memorial Golf Tournament. The tournament will begin at 9 a.m. at the Eagle Ridge Golf Course. Golf Tournament Flyer

09/08  ------ 2018 Charity Ball
The annual Charity Ball will be held at The Well on the Williston State College campus. The fundraiser will feature a circus-theme with live entertainment and music, dinner and dancing, silent and live auctions and much more! Charity Ball Press Release

09/12  ------ Williston Multi-Industry Job Fair
The job fair will be open from 3-7 p.m. at the Raymond Family Community Center. Bring your resumes and ID's and be prepared for interviews! Job Seeker Flier

09/29 ------ Clean Up Williston
Help clean up Williston from 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Supplies and refreshments will be available at Davidson Park. There will also be roll-offs for used tires (four maximum), metals and other materials. Help keep Williston clean and pick up up trash in your neighborhood, business, boulevards and parks.

10/04 ------ Women in Leadership Expo
The expo will be held from 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. at TrainND. $59 per person. Limited Seating Available! Register at  Williston in Leadership Expo or call 701-572-2835.
Upcoming Energy Events
09/18-20 ------ Cost-effective Well Site Facilities On Shore
North America's Only Initiative Dedicated Entirely To Facilities Engineers & Project Management Professionals. The conference will be held in Houston, TX. Register for the Show

09/24-26 ------ NDPC Annual Meeting
The meeting will be held at the Ramada in Fargo, ND.

10/03-04 ------ Bakken Oil Product & Service Show
The 8th annual trade show and seminars will be held at the Raymond Family Community Center. Bakken Oil Show website
 
11/16  ------ API Awards Banquet
The seventh annual Williston Petroleum Banquet and Achievement Awards will be held Nov. 16 at the Grand Williston Hotel with social hour beginning at 6 p.m. followed by dinner and program.
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