West Fargo is on the cusp of significant change, as discussions unfold about the West 94 Area Transportation Plan. At a recent meeting, residents learned that the development of open land near Interstate 94 and Sheyenne Street could potentially boost the city’s population by 50%. This plan, led by the Metropolitan Council of Governments, examines necessary traffic infrastructure to accommodate future growth once the F-M Diversion project is completed in 2027. With the right planning, West Fargo could see thousands of new homes and jobs, reshaping the community’s landscape.
Why does West Fargo’s projected growth matter in Minot? Answer: we should be paying close attention to the places that are thriving so that we might become more like them.
