City Commission Meeting - February 17, 2026

The City Commission of Dickinson held a meeting on February 17, 2026, where several procurement and contract matters were addressed. The commission approved a $4,500 contract with Harlo's Bus Service for charter coaches to transport attendees of a local conference. They also approved renewal contracts for city printers and a two-year audit contract with Brady Marts at $52,500 per year. A significant procurement decision involved awarding a bid for a new fire engine at $1,553,477, with a lease-purchase agreement through Pierce Financing to secure a prepaid discount. Additionally, the commission approved cost participation agreements with the North Dakota Department of Transportation for multiple infrastructure projects, including roundabouts and road improvements, with project estimates ranging from approximately $4.67 million to over $15 million. The meeting also included approval of a general services task order with Highlands Engineering and Surveying and software license renewals for GIS technology. Policy discussions focused on zoning amendments related to short-term rentals, including licensing and ownership caps, which were ultimately denied to allow for further community input and task force formation. Other zoning amendments concerning vehicle parking and notification procedures were approved. The meeting concluded with no public comments and adjournment.