City Council Meeting May 18th, 2026

The City Council of Aberdeen held a meeting on May 18, 2026, where several procurement and contracting matters were addressed. Key discussions included the appointment of Jeremy Thorstenson as the new Public Works Director, approval of pay requests for ongoing public works projects such as the public works maintenance building and wastewater treatment facility improvements, and the awarding of a $570,000 contract to Northern Plains Contracting for a water treatment plant lime slaker replacement. The council also approved contracts for HVAC upgrades in city buildings, lease agreements for municipal hangars, and fuel purchases based on state contracts. Additionally, the council discussed upcoming infrastructure projects including the 6th Avenue bridge construction and major road reconstruction at 8th Avenue and Roosevelt Street, with plans for a work session to address these and related legislative impacts. Motions related to these procurement activities were unanimously approved, reflecting active management of capital improvement projects and vendor selections to support city infrastructure and services.