Section: Public Affairs

Minot Judge Among Three Named to Fill ND Supreme Court Vacancy

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

North Central District Judge Stacey Louser’s name was put forward by a panel offering Governor Burgum three candidates for a soon-to-be-vacant ND Supreme Court seat. The open seat was created by the retirement of Chief Justice Gerald VandeWalle. VandeWalle is retiring after more than four decades on the court and 27 years as Chief Justice.

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Sanford Resigns as Lieutenant Governor, Burgum COO Miller to Fill Term

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Unexpected news out of Bismarck today. Lieutenant Governor Brent Sandford announced his resignation effective January 2. Governor Doug Burgum has appointed his Cheif Operating Officer, Tammy Miller to serve the remaining two years of Sandford’s term. Get the full details from the Bismarck Tribune.

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A Completion Date for Flood Protection?

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

The City of Minot’s Assistant City Attorney and Legislative Liasion, Shane Goettle, gave the City Council an update at Monday evening’s regular City Council meeting. Flood protection funding was the area of focus, and the message was as follows: Minot’s flood protection advocacy team has been working since the summer to tell our story, and

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Sask. Provincial Tax Changes Redistribute Property Tax Burden

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Our provincial neighbors to the North changed their tax code, and it’s creating a headache for rural municipalities. The change was simple, the province lowered the rate at which certain commercial properties could be taxed. It was a win for some businesses, and a loss for others. But there’s an important underlying factor at play;

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Ward County Commission, Meeting Agenda, December 20, 2022

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

The Ward County Commission will meet Tuesday, December 20th, 2022 at the Ward County Administration Building to consider the agenda below.

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City Council Agenda, December 19 2022

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Minot City Council will meet Monday, December 19, at 5:30 pm to consider the agenda attached below. Items of note include the disposition of Home Sweet Home, hiring EAPC Architects to provide a facility study for the police department reuse of the current City Hall, a higher-than-estimated bid to get the Career & Technical Education

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How One State Is Excelling at Process Improvement

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

When it comes to getting better and more efficient, Nebraska is on to something. So much so that other states are calling to figure out how they’re doing it. The answer isn’t magical, they use management practices like six sigma and have set the value of continuous improvement as a priority. Always improving is a

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Politicians use hostility for the news media to escape accountability

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

It’s become popular to gang up on the news, especially when the work of professional journalists results in something we dislike. The ‘fake’ news label has become so common that for many among us, there is no one left to trust. Rob Port provides commentary on the unfortunate trend of elected leaders blaming media for

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Property Tax Notices In The Mail

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by: Josh Wolsky  |  

It’s that time of year. The property tax notices have gone out and they’ll be landing in your mailbox soon. Take a deep breath and count to ten before you open them. Minot property owners are seeing a substantial increase largely due to the voter-approved school bond issue that’s paying for our second high school

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REPUBLISHED: Election Night Fireworks, An Apology, and a Tip of Hat to the Keepers of Democracy

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Given the enormous distrust that has developed in our elections over the past several years, this article from The Minot Voice archives seemed worth revisiting. And once again, my experience voting in this year’s election mirrors my past experiences. For those of you working our elections today and throughout the early voting process, you have

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Public Comment on Minot Joining the Dakota Access Amicus Brief

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Government — at the local, state, and federal levels — works best when those making decisions on issues hear from those who are impacted. And at a Special City Council meeting today,  the City of Minot through possible action of the Council may weigh in and speak up the ladder — into the federal court

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City Council Agenda, Tuesday, January 21, 2020

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Minot City Council will meet Tuesday, January 21, 5:30 pm at City Hall to consider the agenda below. City Council meetings are open to the public or can be viewed on the City’s Youtube channel here or Facebook page here. 1. ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. CONSIDER THE REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION Documents: 01 (JAN)

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City Council Agenda, December 2, 2019

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Minot City Council will meet Monday, December 2, 5:30 pm at City Hall to consider the agenda below. City Council meetings are open to the public or can be viewed on the City’s Youtube channel here or Facebook page here. 1. ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. MAYOR’S REPORT 4. CITY MANAGER REPORT 5. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT

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Minot City Council Agenda, October 21, 2019

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Minot City Council will meet Monday, October 21, 5:30 pm at City Hall to consider the agenda below. Of primary focus for this meeting, Council will hear input from the public regarding the future of recycling in Minot. City Council meetings are open to the public or can be viewed on the City’s Youtube channel

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City Council Agenda, August 19, 2019

by: Josh Wolsky  |  

Minot City Council will meet Monday, August 19th, 4:15 pm at the Minot Municipal Auditorium to consider the agenda below. City Council meetings are open to the public or can be viewed on the City’s Youtube channel here or Facebook page here. 1. ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. BUDGET REVIEW QUESTION-AND-ANSWERS SESSION OF

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To judge or not to judge, that is your question

by: Jim Maxson  |  

It is too early to speculate on the outcome of the Presidential race in 2020. If Trump does not get re-elected, however, there will be a chapter in American history and law for which there is no precedent. Michael Cohen, who was Trump’s personal lawyer, has pleaded guilty and been sentenced to prison for a

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