Zachary Weiand

Bismarck

Local Government Reporter at The Bismarck Tribune

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Bismarck Commission overturns Misty Waters zoning change denial, setting up public hearing

1 week ago | bismarcktribune.com | Zachary Weiand

The Bismarck City Commission voted Tuesday to move forward with a controversial zoning change for Misty Waters that was previously denied by the city's Planning and Zoning Commission -- a decision that sets the stage for a public debate. City commissioners narrowly voted to overturn the planning board's decision following a lengthy discussion and after a motion to uphold the decision failed.
Bismarck moving forward with controversial Tyler Parkway expansion

2 weeks ago | bismarcktribune.com | Zachary Weiand

The city of Bismarck is moving forward with a controversial road project in northwest Bismarck, even as residents in the area signal heavy opposition. The City Commission on Tuesday green-lighted city staff to begin work on an extension of Tyler Parkway, over Tyler Coulee between Valley Drive and Cogburn Road. The unanimous vote followed a presentation by Apex Engineering, which outlined several options for both the extension and upgrades to existing sections of the corridor.
ND, SD governors make joint visit to Standing Rock Reservation

2 weeks ago | bismarcktribune.com | Zachary Weiand

FORT YATES -- The governors of North Dakota and South Dakota on Monday held a joint visit with tribal leaders at the Standing Rock Reservation headquarters, discussing a wide range of issues facing the reservation before touring a local school. North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong and South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden visited with Standing Rock Sioux Tribe Chairwoman Janet Alkire and other tribal leaders.
Burleigh County will reopen some bids for Provident Building remodel

3 weeks ago | bismarcktribune.com | Zachary Weiand

Burleigh County commissioners mulled several options for how to move forward with a planned Provident Building remodel after not receiving enough bids for the project, and discussed the possibility of constructing a new office building instead. Ultimately, commissioners decided the best way to move forward was to rebid part of the package: mechanical, electrical and roofing work, along with abatements, or removal of hazardous materials.
Bismarck seeking nominees for Humanitarian Award

3 weeks ago | bismarcktribune.com | Zachary Weiand

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee is seeking applications for its annual Humanitarian Award, with a new category added this year. The Humanitarian Award honors people, businesses or nonprofits that show leadership in the area of human rights, focusing on those who educate, identify issues and address human rights. This year, the committee is adding a third nomination category to recognize youth. "There are so many impactful ways the youth in our community contribute.
Construction set to begin on multi-year Mandan Strip reconstruction project

3 weeks ago | bismarcktribune.com | Zachary Weiand

After years of delays, construction on Mandan’s Memorial Highway is set to begin in April, launching a multi-phase project to improve traffic flow, safety and infrastructure along the busy corridor. Work on Phase One of upgrades along the roughly 2-mile stretch of roadway known as "The Strip" will begin around Tuesday, with some preparations already underway. Construction on the first phase is expected to last until November. All three phases of the project are slated to be completed in 2027.
Bismarck board rejects Misty Waters zoning change after debate over fairness to homeowners

3 weeks ago | bismarcktribune.com | Zachary Weiand

Bismarck city officials rejected a proposal on Wednesday to amend rear yard setbacks across the Misty Waters development, a move that divided homeowners between those seeking to fix a zoning dispute and those who feared an unfair reshuffling of property. The Planning and Zoning Commission considered a request from city planning staff to amend rear yard setbacks for all homes within the development, located northwest of Bismarck along the Missouri River.
Mandan passes ordinance that bans homeless camps on public land

3 weeks ago | bismarcktribune.com | Zachary Weiand

People without housing in Mandan now face restrictions on sleeping and camping on public property, a move city officials say will provide protections for the public and homeless people. The Mandan City Commission on Feb. 18 voted unanimously to approve new rules that prohibit camping on public property and sleeping on certain public rights of way. The new rules, first advanced by the Commission earlier this month, were requested by Commissioner Craig Sjoberg.
Construction set to begin on multi-year Mandan Strip reconstruction project

3 weeks ago | bismarcktribune.com | Zachary Weiand

After years of delays, construction on Mandan’s Memorial Highway is set to begin in April, launching a multi-phase project to improve traffic flow, safety and infrastructure along the busy corridor. Work on phase one of upgrades along the roughly 2-mile stretch of roadway known as "The Strip" will begin around Tuesday with some preparations already underway. Construction on the first phase is expected to last until November. All three phases of the project are slated to be completed in 2027.
BNSF defends Bismarck trail closure amid city commissioners' concerns

4 weeks ago | bismarcktribune.com | Zachary Weiand

BNSF Railway defended its closure of a popular River Road trail through 2027, citing safety and construction needs, despite pushback from Bismarck city commissioners who questioned the necessity of the disruption. BNSF on Tuesday briefed the City Commission on progress on the new Bismarck-Mandan Rail Bridge, and how work this season might impact the public.