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“Operation Safe Fargo” Voted Down By City Commission, 3-2, New Plan Coming In 2 Weeks

Fargo City Commissioner Michelle TurnbergFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — An urgent move by Fargo City Commissioner Michelle Turnberg to address the homeless situation as the temperatures drop is voted down by the commission. Turnberg’s proposal called “Operation Safe Fargo” was defeated 3-2, with her only support coming from Commissioner Dave Piepkorn. She proposed outlawing homeless camping on any city property and…

Winter Warming Center To Be Located At Former Fargo Police Headquarters on 25th Street South

Commissioners Also Voted 3-2 Against Ending The Needle Exchange Program

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo is taking a proactive rather than reactive approach to prevent cold weather related injuries or deaths this winter. The Winter Warming Initiative was started in 2023 as a temporary plan to help the homeless during the winter months since most local shelters are at or over capacity. Last year, they helped nearly 700 people with…

Commissioner Strand calling for more budget cuts to Mayor Mahoney’s budget proposal

  FARGO (KFGO) – Fargo City Commissioner John Strand is proposing nearly $639,000 in budget reductions and cutting multiple positions as the commission works to approve the budget for next year. Mayor Tim Mahoney’s original budget proposal totaled $133 million. Earlier this month, the commission voted to eliminate the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Department and 4.2 positions at Fargo Cass Public Health. Now, Strand…

Mayor Mahoney proposes job cuts, including DEI director, as part of revised budget recommendations

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) – Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney is proposing that the director and the coordinator of the office of Diversion, Equity and Inclusion, Dr. Terry Hogan, be laid off as part of budget cuts that will be considered at Monday’s city commission meeting. A seven-member selection committee led by Mahoney chose Hogan for the new position back in 2021….

Preliminary 2025 Budget Worth $133 Million Passed By Fargo City Commission 3-2

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — Fargo City Commission last night approved a revised preliminary 2025 budget by a vote of 3-2, but not without some opposition. Mayor Tim Mahoney made some changes to his earlier budget plan. It seeks $133 million, up over 11% from the 2024 budget. He says the city budget team has methodically gone through the financial statements…

Mayor Mahoney Presents 2025 Preliminary Budget Setting Off Dispute Over Airport Funding

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — Mayor Tim Mahoney’s preliminary 2025 budget for Fargo includes a proposed $13 million, 11.5% budget increase with a 5% cost of living adjustment for city employees. A major part of the discussion was how to fund that pay increase. The city has given Hector International Airport two mills for years, but because of the airport’s estimated…

Fargo Continues To Look At Ways To Crackdown on Dangerous Driving and Nuisance Vehicles

Commissioners also voted to lower the speed limit on a section of 52nd Avenue South

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo city leaders are still looking for ways to crackdown on dangerous driving and loud vehicle and muffler issues. Police Chief Dave Zibolski says laws need to be adjusted. Current fees for speeding and dangerous driving are low compared to Minnesota and he says they are not a deterrent. Penalties for exhibition driving are $50 and…

Groundbreaking Held for The Avery, Future Home of F-M Community Theatre

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Another big project gets underway in downtown Fargo. A groundbreaking ceremony was held for The Avery, on the site of the former Avery Tractor Company on NP Avenue. Kilbourne Group says the six-story building will feature nearly 200 apartments, a nearly 500 spot city-owned parking garage and serve as the new home for Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre….