Section: Development & Infrastructure

Inside Sweden’s ambitious new timber-built city district

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by: MinotVoice  |  

In a quiet but powerful shift, Stockholm is trading concrete and steel for timber—and rewriting the rules of urban development in the process. Dubbed Stockholm Wood City, this bold project aims to become the largest modern district built entirely from wood. For developers, it’s not just about aesthetics or speed—though both are perks—it’s about slashing

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‘Water is complicated’: Utah looks to data-driven future for natural resources

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Utah knows drought isn’t a matter of if, but when. That’s why state leaders are accelerating efforts to secure the future of water in one of the nation’s driest states. At the center is the Great Salt Lake Basin Integrated Plan, a massive, data-driven push to manage supply, demand, and ecology across dozens of agencies.

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From Abandoned Church to Community Anchor: How Small-Scale Development Revives Neighborhoods

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By: Strong Towns, Strong Towns |

“Turn what you have into what your neighborhood needs.” That’s the spirit behind the transformation of a church in Duncanville, Texas—captured in a new video from Jon Jon Wesolowski. Once a quiet property with an aging sanctuary and empty classrooms, this space now hums with activity thanks to a bold, incremental redevelopment effort led by

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State Water Commission Approves 34 Million for Local Water Projects

by: MinotVoice  |  

North Dakota is putting serious money behind its water future. The State Water Commission has approved more than $34 million in cost-share funding for 23 projects across the state — from flood control in Minot to new water towers, treatment upgrades, and rural water expansions. It’s a wide-ranging investment aimed at ensuring communities large and

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Roosevelt Park Pool and Skate Park to Close for 2025 Amid Flood Project Construction

by: MinotVoice  |  

Out of an abundance of caution the Minot Park Board has made the decision at a Special Board meeting held at Roosevelt Park on Monday, April 7 at 1:00pm to close the Roosevelt Park Pool for the 2025 Summer Season. The decision came after a tour of the construction zone that has been established for

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North Prairie hires general manager

by: MinotVoice  |  

A notice on the North Prairie Rural Water website shared the following: We are pleased to announce that after a long search, The Board of Directors has hired a new General Manager for NPRWD. The Board approved his hiring, by a unanimous vote on Friday, April 4th. His name is Craig Haskins, and his start date with NPRWD

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Legislative houses differ in flood protection project funding

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Flood protection in the Souris Basin hinges on a familiar tug-of-war: big needs, tight budgets, and two chambers with different philosophies. The House wants to commit $125 million; the Senate is leaning toward $65 million. At the heart of the debate is a basic misunderstanding—lawmakers see unspent funds, while local leaders see money already spoken

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Landowners, local governments lose power struggle over power lines  

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by: MinotVoice  |  

A debate over power and proximity came to a head in the North Dakota Senate this week. Lawmakers narrowly approved a bill giving the state authority to override local zoning rules for electrical transmission lines—despite opposition from landowners and a committee’s recommendation to reject it. Supporters say strict local setbacks threaten vital infrastructure; critics see

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Flood Protection Work Brings Traffic Changes

by: MinotVoice  |  

Minot, ND – Construction for Phase MI-6 of the Mouse River Enhanced Flood Protection Project (MREFPP) is ramping up this spring, with a key traffic change set to begin this week to support critical flood protection efforts in the area. Beginning Monday, April 7, Central Avenue will be closed at 8th Street NE to allow

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Transit bill could deliver $2M boost to North Dakota’s public bus systems

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by: MinotVoice  |  

For thousands of North Dakotans, the bus isn’t just a ride—it’s the route to work, school, and daily life. But after a pandemic-era dip in ridership cost Fargo a big chunk of its federal funding, transit systems like Matbus are facing hard choices. A new bill on the governor’s desk could offer a lifeline: $2

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North Dakota Parks and Recreation opens applications for Recreational Trails Program

by: MinotVoice  |  

Bismarck, ND – The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department (NDPRD) is seeking trail project applications for the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) starting Tuesday, April 1, 2024. The RTP is an 80/20 matching grant program that provides funding for both motorized and non-motorized recreational trail projects. The RTP is administered at the state level through

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NDDOT engineers lay out intersection alternatives

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Twelve lives lost in 25 years. That’s the grim backdrop behind ongoing conversations about how to fix the intersection of Highways 23 and 83 north of Max. At a public meeting Monday, residents were clear: they want an interchange, even if it takes a decade. State engineers offered four alternatives, including a roundabout and reduced-conflict

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North Carolina May End Parking Mandates—Minot Should Be Next

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By: Strong Towns, Strong Towns |

The ripple effects of outdated parking mandates are felt everywhere. Whether they’re blocking a new business from opening, a church from expanding, or new housing from being built, these rules often get in the way of the kind of communities people want and need. Parking mandates can also worsen financial stress for cities, as they

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City hears residents’ snow removal concerns

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by: MinotVoice  |  

Snow removal isn’t just about plows and piles—it’s about trust between a city and its residents. At Tuesday’s downtown neighborhood meeting, Minot officials acknowledged past missteps and outlined changes already underway, from quicker blade changes to clearer communication. Residents brought frustration, but also cautious optimism. One business owner noted real progress downtown. The city’s message?

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Grand Forks City Council recommends moving forward with Greenway improvements

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

The far southern edge of Grand Forks’ Greenway may soon see long-awaited upgrades. On Monday, the City Council moved forward with plans to extend the paved trail, enhance riverbank fishing spots, and add basic amenities like trash cans. The area—well-loved by locals but long neglected—sits outside the original Greenway boundary and has faced issues with

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‘Heavy-handed’ and ‘confusing,’ Grand Forks explores rule changes for nonconforming properties

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

For decades, Grand Forks’ zoning rules have made it difficult for some property owners to sell, maintain, or improve their homes—especially in the city’s older, more affordable neighborhoods. Now, officials are considering an update to the nonconformity code, aiming for a more practical and less punitive approach. The proposed changes would clarify what owners can

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