City of Moorhead - City Council Meeting May 26, 2026

The City of Moorhead City Council meeting on May 26, 2026, included presentations and discussions primarily focused on community development and legislative updates. The Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County provided an overview of their activities, emphasizing their role in cultural preservation and community engagement, supported by in-kind rent from the city. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2026 plan and amendments, including reallocating $8,000 to a parks and recreation scholarship fund for low to moderate income youth and adding a goal for public facility rehabilitation in low-income areas. The council also received a legislative update highlighting a $10 million flood mitigation appropriation matched by the FM Diversion project, ongoing federal advocacy for additional funding, and discussions on wastewater capital needs. Budget considerations for regional dispatch services and transit improvements, including a planned micro transit pilot program for Moorhead, were also reported. No contract awards or specific procurement actions were taken during this meeting, but the discussions on CDBG funding and capital projects indicate upcoming procurement opportunities related to public facility improvements and infrastructure.