Minot City Council Meeting 6/1/26 at 5:30 p.m.

The City of Minot held its regular City Council meeting on June 1, 2026. The meeting included several public hearings and approvals related to zoning map amendments and preliminary plats for various development projects, all of which were approved with motions passed unanimously or with minor abstentions. The council also approved multiple budget amendments and contract approvals, including a construction contract for airport south hangar area utility infrastructure and the purchase of personal protective equipment (PPE) for the fire department under a sole source justification to maintain consistency and safety standards. Additionally, the council approved a grant submission for Section 5339 funding and budget amendments for capital purchases at the NAS Biota water treatment plant and waste/recycling automated truck technology. The council discussed and unanimously passed amendments to the alcohol ordinance, including provisions for special event permits and appeals processes. Several community organizations, including the Commission on Aging, First District Health Unit, Service Basin Planning Council, Minot Area Chamber EDC, Minot Area Council of the Arts, and the Minot Public Library, presented reports highlighting their activities and funding requests. The meeting also featured public comments addressing employee benefits, ADA compliance issues, election integrity concerns, and economic development challenges. Overall, the meeting focused on land development approvals, budget and contract authorizations, and community service updates, with multiple procurement-related decisions and budget allocations made.