# Burleigh County Commission 2026-08-17

The Burleigh County Commission meeting held on August 17, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The commission approved a wage increase for a new hybrid parks and highway department employee, moving the offer from step five to step eight on the pay scale to reflect the employee's CDL qualification and dual role. There was also a significant discussion about reorganizing the Burleigh County Park Authority, including debates on its legal status, governance structure, and potential mill levy implications. The commission ultimately approved moving forward with the reorganization plan and requested the state attorney to prepare a resolution for future approval. Additionally, the meeting addressed a financial oversight where mobile homes and in-lieu-of taxes were mistakenly included in mill levy calculations, resulting in approximately $900,000 less tax revenue collected than certified. The finance department outlined corrective measures to prevent future errors, including enhanced documentation and mill levy confirmation processes. Other agenda items included approval of meeting minutes, bills, and appointment of a delegate to the North Dakota Association of Counties Conference. Public comments included updates from a local business owner regarding traffic and parking plans for a seasonal attraction.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** August 18, 2026

### Sources
- [Burleigh County Commission 2026-08-17](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4o3Cv6b3cG0) - Dakota Media Access