Commission appoints Ryan Heinsohn to vacant seat | |
On July 16, the City Commission appointed Ryan Heinsohn to fill the unexpired term of former Commissioner Brad Olson through June 2026. The vacancy occurred when Olson left office to move to Nebraska to be closer to his family.
Heinsohn was the third-highest vote getter in the June 2024 local election, with all top-three vote getters within 46 votes of each other.
Heinsohn was sworn in on July 17 and has officially taken office. Find more information on the mayor and commissioners at cityofmandan.com/citycommission.
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Public hearing on City's 2025 budget is Sept. 17 | |
The Morton County treasurer, in accordance with state law, will mail letters by Aug. 31 to all property owners, notifying them of proposed changes in property taxes and public hearing dates for all taxing entities. The letters will provide estimated property taxes based on preliminary budgets. It will also include notice of the City Commission’s public hearing on the budget scheduled for Sept. 17 at 6 p.m. prior to final consideration and approval. The hearing will take place at Mandan City Hall, 205 Second Ave NW.
Information on the City’s preliminary budget for 2025 will be posted to cityofmandan.com/news after the Aug. 6 City Commission meeting.
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Bike rack placement survey open thru Aug. 2
The City of Mandan was recently awarded an AARP Community Challenge grant for a project that will install 25 bike racks around Mandan! The Planning Department is seeking feedback from all residents on the placement of these bike racks. The targeted audience for the survey, as it is an AARP grant, is residents age 50+ however anyone can complete it. The goal of the survey is to ensure the placements best serve our community's needs. Please take a moment to complete the short survey linked at cityofmandan.com/bikeracks and share your preferences for bike rack locations like restaurants, parks, and community services.
Your input is vital in helping create a more bike-friendly community. The survey will be open through Aug. 2, so don't miss this opportunity to have your say!
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Parking violation fines to increase in 2025 | |
In June, the City Commission considered a request from the Parking Authority regarding changes to parking violation fines. The changes include:
- Increasing the loading zone and fire lane violation to $50.
- The fine for parking within 10 feet of a fire hydrant increasing to $20.
- All other parking fines increasing from $10 to $15.
Commission approved the ordinance changes during the July 16 meeting. These changes go into effect Jan. 1, 2025.
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Back to School Drive, Aug. 3
Join Mandan Police Department and Morton County Sheriff's Office for their annual Back to School Drive on Saturday, Aug. 3 at Mandan Walmart from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is a great event to help with much needed school supplies for Mandan and Morton County Schools.
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Musicians of all ages and skill levels are invited to participate in a communal jam session, Mandan Jam 2024, on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 1-4 p.m. in Dykshoorn Park. The main performance will be from 2-3 p.m. with an ice cream social and additional performance by the Mandan Jam house band from 3-4. The first 50 musicians to arrive will receive a free t-shirt. All non-electric instruments are welcome.
This event is hosted by the Musician’s Association and Mandan Progress Organization. Click here to learn more.
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Thank you Cottontail Way Greenhouse! | |
This summer, Allan and Debby Dykshoorn of Cottontail Way Greenhouse donated flowers for the five planters along Main Street and flowers for the City Hall Building.
“The petunias provided are exceptionally healthy and have significantly enhanced the vibrancy of the downtown area,” says Planner Andrew Stromme, “We are delighted to feature these beautiful flowers in the community.”
City staff and leaders extend gratitude for the Dykshoorn’s contribution to Mandan!
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Residents reminded to trim boulevard trees | |
Mandan Municipal Code Sec. 115-4-7 requires trees or shrubs that overhang sidewalks, streets or other public places in a way that interferes with traffic or travel must be trimmed by the owner of the abutting property or the property on which the tree or shrub grows. This includes trees and shrubs in boulevards and city right-of-way and any that hang within 14 feet of a street or 10 feet of a sidewalk as measured vertically.
Trimming overhanging branches is important to allow staff to perform proper street maintenance, such as snow plowing or sweeping all the way to the curb line, without causing damage to City owned equipment like street sweepers, snow plows, firetrucks, etc. Overhanging branches may also damage garbage trucks, school buses and parcel delivery vehicles.
Learn more at cityofmandan.com/trees or contact Public Works at 701-667-3240 with questions or concerns.
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Please mow grass & control weeds
This notice is to all property owners, residents, and caretakers of property within the city limits of Mandan. All noxious weeds and/or overgrown vegetation must be maintained under the 6-inch maximum height and cut or sprayed by May 1, June 1, July 1, August 1, September 1, October 1. Any failure to comply with this notification will result in the property being cut and/or sprayed by the city with the cost being added to your special assessments. If you are planning to spray your property instead of cutting it, you must notify the code enforcement officer at (701) 667-3264 or your property will be cut with the cost being added to your special assessments.
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Discover Exoplanets at the library this summer | |
Morton Mandan Public Library (MMPL) was selected as one of nine libraries across the nation to display Discover Exoplanets! MMPL is the host site through Aug. 31.
The national traveling exhibit explores space and astronomy, while hitting on topics such as how NASA scientists are investigating the possibility of other habitable worlds beyond Earth. This exhibit features hands-on, multimedia activities for visitors to interact with as they gain insight into the most recent NASA discoveries.
For more information contact MMPL at 701-667-5365.
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Register for CodeRED alerts
CodeRED community notification registration is a system used to contact residents and businesses by phone to inform of certain events that may impact the safety of persons or protection of property.
Alerts are sent out to specific user locations. If an alert is sent out, only users in the specific alert area will receive the notification.
Text ‘AlertMortonND’ to 99411 or click here to sign up for the CodeRED notification system. Users may also download the CodeRED mobile alert app to indicate preferences for City of Mandan and Morton County CodeRED alerts. Messages will include emergency, general and missing person notifications to Mandan and Morton County residents.
In the past, CodeRED has been used for sending notifications to property owners in the area of water main breaks. A notification for a situation like this, alerts subscribers about the break and plans for repair. While this may not be used for all water main breaks, it’s an example of use to inform residents of situations that can impact health, safety and personal property.
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Get news & announcements via text message | |
Residents can sign up to receive news and announcements via text message from the City of Mandan!
Messages may include information on garbage and recycling collection schedule changes, volunteer opportunities, office closures, etc.
Users may receive up to three messages per month and have the ability to opt-out at any time.
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August Meetings
City Commission
Aug. 6 & 20 at 5:30 p.m., City Hall
School Board
Aug. 5 & 19 at 4:30 p.m., City Hall
Park Board
Aug. 12 at 5:30 p.m., City Hall
County Commission
Aug. 8 & 27 at 5:30 p.m.,
Morton County Courthouse
City Planning & Zoning
Aug. 26 at 5:30 p.m., City Hall
Please check with each entity to see about virtual options for these meetings.
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Community Events
Aug. 1-4 Morton County Fair & 4-H Achievement Days, New Salem
Aug. 3 Bisman RC, Dacotah Centennial Park
Aug. 2 Dirt Series, 7 p.m., Dacotah Speedway
Aug. 3 Back to School Drive, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Walmart
Aug. 4 Family Rodeo, Dale Pahlke Arena
Aug. 5-6 Goat Tying Clinic, Dale Pahlke Arena
Aug. 7 Two-Step Dance Class, 6 p.m., MMPL
Aug. 7 & 21 SPARK at the Library, 10:15 a.m. & 4:15 p.m.
Aug. 10 Monster Trucks, 12 p.m. & 7 p.m., Dacotah Speedway
Aug. 10 Star Party, 9:30 p.m., FALSP
Aug. 10-11 Men's Rec 1 Softball Tournament, Softball Complex
Aug. 11 Men's Masters 60 Softball Tournament, Softball Complex
Aug. 15 Grill with a Cop, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Eagles Park
Aug. 15 Community C.H.A.T.S.: Powwow History & Etiquette, 6 p.m., MMPL
Aug. 16 Drive to Survive, 7 p.m., Dacotah Speedway
Aug. 17-18 High School Rodeo, Dalk Pahlke Arena
Aug. 17 Mandan Jam, 1-4 p.m., Dykshoorn Park
Aug. 18 Extra Theatrical Evening, 7-11 p.m., Dykshoorn Park
Aug. 23 Championship Night, 7 p.m., Dacotah Speedway
Aug. 24 Cardio & Coffee, 7:30 a.m., FALSP
Aug. 26 Mud Drags, 12 p.m., Dacotah Speedway
The Summer Concert Series is taking place Monday-Thursday nights at 7:30 p.m. in Dykshoorn Park through Aug. 17.
Mandan Farmers Market, Saturdays 9 a.m. - Noon, Heritage Park through Oct. 12
Mandan Market Nights Tuesday's from 4:30-7:30 p.m. in Dykshoorn Park through Oct. 22.
Find more things to do at mylocalevents.org
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