Minot City Council Meeting 6/15/26 at 5:30 p.m.

The City of Minot held a regular City Council meeting on June 15, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included awarding a contract for HVAC preventive maintenance at the airport terminal to Mobrain Sons, despite some debate over bid comparisons and contract terms. The council approved the selection of Recycling Center of North Dakota as the recycling processor, with plans to evaluate self-performance options in the future. A connection fee for a property at 8201 Highway 2 East was discussed and approved, involving detailed engineering considerations for sanitary sewer service. A significant budget amendment was approved to upgrade the city's GIS, asset management, permitting, and licensing software systems to newer versions hosted as software-as-a-service, addressing security and operational needs. The council also approved a construction contract for taxiway realignment and runway rehabilitation at the airport, as well as an HVAC design and bid contract for the airport's general aviation terminal. Additionally, a forgivable loan of $139,000 was considered for a facade improvement program by the Minot Housing Authority, though some council members expressed concerns about the appropriateness of the program for this project. The council discussed animal care and control services extensively, including contracts with local organizations and plans for a licensing and fee structure to help offset costs. The meeting concluded with various reports and acknowledgments, including recognition of outgoing aldermen and community events.