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October City Star of the Month - Hilary Balzum, Planning
Hilary serves as a Planner and the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Administrator and has been a valued member of the City of Bismarck team since 2013.
City of Bismarck Hosts Landfill Free Disposal Week
The City of Bismarck is hosting a free landfill disposal week in September, for city of Bismarck residents.
City of Bismarck Public Works to Conduct Fire Hydrant Maintenance
The City of Bismarck Public Works Utility Operations Department will be conducting fire hydrant maintenance. Fire hydrant testing hours are from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Bismarck City Commission Approves 2027 Final Budget
The City’s general fund for 2027 is expected to be $81 million, an increase from last year’s $79.8 million. About $43 million of the general fund will be supported by property taxes. This is about equal to the overall costs for first responders.
Emerald ash borer detected in Bismarck
BISMARCK, N.D. – Emerald ash borer was detected this week by Bismarck city forestry staff while removing declining ash trees. This is the first detection in central North Dakota. Emerald ash borer has also been found in Cass and LaMoure counties.