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"The Minot Park District’s plan proposes a ballot measure that will include the addition of a ½ cent sales tax with a reduction of property tax by 40% on the Park District’s general fund. The proposal includes a property tax assessment cap on the Minot Park District general fund mills from 38 mills to 26 mills with a twenty-year guarantee."
Early voting at Ward County Administration Building:
May 28-30 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
June 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Absentee ballots are available at Ward County Auditor Office
Election Day voting at Minot Municipal Auditorium Armory:
Tuesday, June 3 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Update on the special election for the mayoral vacancy:
Special election is scheduled for August 5
Candidate signatures are due June 2
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The City of Minot will host a series of Neighborhood Meetings in June. The goal is to provide an opportunity to interact as neighbors: Community residents, Council and city project managers.
The Neighborhood Meetings will also feature a different location host, offering an interior look at many City buildings and departments.
DATE LOCATION TOPIC:
June 9 - Minot High Commons - Road Construction - Lance Meyer, City Engineer
June 12 - The Learning Tree - Water Main Replacement - Jason Sorenson, Utilities Director
June 23 - Minot City Transit - Paratransit & Fixed Routes - Bryan Banfill, Operations Director - Brian Horinka, Transit Superintendent
June 26 - Municipal Court - Emergency Operations & Shelter - Tom Joyce, Assistant City Manager - Flood protection tabletop exercise - Airport full-scale exercise review - Outdoor siren system - Weather-related emergency shelter Families are welcome to attend each Neighborhood Meeting
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Drive to Donate with your Minot Valvoline Instant Oil Change and iHeartMedia Minot, Wednesday June 11th get our oil changed at either Minot Valvoline locations and Valvoline will donate $20 for every oil change done to the Minot Girls Wrestling Program. Drive to Donate June 11th and support the Minot Girls Wrestling Program with your Minot Valvoline!
Friday, June 13th from 11am to 1pm don't miss the Community Wide Veterans Appreciation event, included is a free will lunch with donations going to the our local DAV Chapter 4 in Minot, there will be a flag day program.. Join in celebrating our nations hero's, June 13th. Location Ryan Buick GMC on 20th Avenue in Minot.
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Saturday, June 14th your invited to the 2025 Minot Air Force public open house, 9am to 4pm. Car and Bike show, kid zone, 91st missile wing convoy static display, 5th Bomb Wing Aircraft Munitions displays and loading demonstrations. Know Before You Go. Find out more @ Minot.AF. MIL or click Here
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The Surrey Fire Department will be hosting a demolition derby, Sunday June 22nd. Tech is from 8am to noon, derby starts at 1pm. Bone Stock Full Size and Stock Compacts are welcome. Adults $10, Kids under 5 are free. proceeds to go towards car payouts and to help fund the Surrey Fire Department. Rules found on Just for Fun Motorsports FB page.
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Minot's Midsummer Festival will be - June 20th and 21st, Scandinavian Heritage Park in Minot, North Dakota!
This year's event will include music, vendors, demonstrations, workshops, food/refreshments, fun kids' activities, and the most anticipated event - the lighting of the bonfire on BOTH Friday and Saturday night (weather permitting) don't miss this fun free community event! Midsummer (or Midsommar in Swedish) is held in June around the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. It is a celebration of the ushering in of light, after the long dark winters and is a cherished tradition in Scandinavia. This holiday is considered the second most-important holiday of the year after Christmas.
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The Minot Rural Fire Department will be holding a Minot Area Youth Fire Camp, June 27th, 28th and 29th. Ages 14 to 18 are welcome to attend. Camp features to include, Basic search and rescue training, EMS & First Aid Training, Fireground Operations, Live Fire Props and more. This camp will feature classroom activities, hands on training, a onsite experience. Call the Minot Rural Fire Department to register at 701-838-6363 - registration deadline is June 1st.
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The Roosevelt Park Zoo is teaming up with the National Audubon Society to support the “Lights Out for Birds” initiative. By reducing light pollution, we can help migrating birds safely navigate their routes and avoid being drawn into dangerous areas. When: March 1 – June 15 & August 15 - November 30 How You Can Help: • Turn off non-essential lights between 11 PM and 6 AM during migration season. • Close blinds at night to reduce light spillage. • Use warm outdoor lighting (below 3000 Kelvin) to minimize disruption. • Opt for task lighting instead of overhead lighting where possible. • Choose blinking lights instead of continuously burning ones. • Install motion sensors and automatic controls to manage lighting effectively.
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Souris Valley Animal Shelter believes every homeless pet deserves a furever home. An essential part of making that happen is foster families. Fosters provide a loving temporary home for homeless pets. The S-V-A -S provides the homeless pet and all the supplies needed while in foster care Apply to foster today at www.svaspets.com/foster
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