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Local Unions Support Changing Fargo's Government

Fargo firefighters union, others endorse switch to city council form of government

October 21, 2025

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Fargo Firefighters Union and a group that represents several local labor unions is endorsing a petition that would change Fargo’s form of government. The petition created by two former city commissioners is gaining traction, with over halfway to their goal of 6,000 signatures. Fargo Firefighters Union President Ron Guggisberg explained why the union is supporting…

Public safety sales tax spending plan approved 4-1 by Fargo City Commissioners

May 27, 2025

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo City Commissioners vote to advance the plans for using the 1/4 cent sales tax for public safety by a vote of 4-1, even though dozens of firefighters are not on board. When Commissioner Michelle Turnberg asked the nearly two dozen firefighters in attendance how many were happy with the proposal, no one raised their hand….