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The North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department is seeking trail project applications for the Recreational Trails Program starting April 3, 2023

Bismarck, N.D. – According to the state officials, the Recreational Trails Program is an 80/20 matching grant program that provides funding for both motorized and non-motorized recreational trail projects. The Recreational Trails Program is administered at the state level through the NDPRD and federally through the Federal…

State News

The North Dakota Department of Transportation will implement seasonal load restrictions on several highways located in the southwestern portion of the state beginning April 6

Bismarck, N.D. – State officials have announced that the North Dakota Department of Transportation utilizes load restrictions to reduce damage to roadways caused by heavy loads, in the spring, when highway pavements are most vulnerable. Depending on weather conditions, these restrictions typically go into effect starting…

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Mayor Schmitz encouraged fellow commissioners to take a long-term view of the City’s funding needs as they work with their assigned portfolios and departmental directors in creating the 2024 budget

Bismarck, N.D. – According to the statement, Mayor Schmitz also outlined several foundational expectations as they move forward with the process.  City officials have announced that first there will be no increase to the city’s real estate effective tax rate. Mayor Schmitz  is seeking a change…