Alderman Rob Fuller sits down with Minot Matters to break down the findings of the City Council-authorized investigation into the Minot Police Department and its Chief, John Klug. In this in-depth conversation, Fuller unpacks the report’s claims, the implications for the department, and what the next steps could be.
In this episode of Matter Matters , Miranda Schuler shares her inspiring journey to the Ward County Commission ballot. Miranda secured over 300 write-in votes in the June election, earning her place in the race. She dives into what motivated her to run, her stance on the budget, and her take on the Minot Chamber/EDC forum. This engaging conversation covers the key challenges facing Ward County and much more.
Mike Blessum joins Minot Matters to talk the 2025 prelim city budget. He talks about the presentation by the City, Federal Funding, Employee Pay Packages, and the goal of decreasing property taxes.
Lisa Olson, City Council Vice President, joins Minot Matters to discuss details from the 2025 budget. Her and host, Jonathan Starr, go through some of the major items including the 28 million dollar budget increase, potential decrease in property taxes, federal funding, and more!
City Councilman Rob Fuller joins The Dakotan to talk about his first budget process experience. He gives insights to federal funding, a new city bus, potential pay plans and more.
Minot Mayor Tom Ross joins The Dakotan to talk the details of the 2025 proposed budget for the City of Minot. Mayor Ross discusses some of the things he is excited about in 2025, some of the concerns for the new budget, and how much consideration should be given to federal funding.
Minot City Council President Mark Jantzer joins Minot Matters to talk about the 2025 Minot City Budget. A lot was talked about including the City Employee pay plan, Federal Funding, and a whole lot more.
Minot City Manager stops by The Dakotan studio to chat about the current budget discussions that are happening with the Minot City Council. Some of the things discussed is a new pay plan for City Employees, how federal funding impacts city decisions, and a whole lot more.
Join us for an engaging episode of the Minot Matters podcast as we sit down with Stephan Podrygula, a dedicated candidate running for re-election to the Minot City Council. In this insightful conversation, Stephan discusses his campaign platform, highlighting key issues that are crucial to the future of Minot, North Dakota.
Welcome to Minot Matters! In this episode, we are excited to have Darrik Trudell, a dedicated candidate for the Minot School Board, join us for an in-depth discussion about his current campaign and vision for the future of our schools.
Join us for an episode of the Minot Matters podcast as we sit down with Mike Gietzen, a dedicated candidate running for Minot City Council. In this episode, Mike discusses key issues affecting Minot, North Dakota, and shares his vision for the future of our city.
Scott Louser, a candidate for the Minot School Board, joins Minot Matters to discuss his current campaign and vision for the future of Minot’s education system. In this conversation, Scott covers critical issues including property taxes, proficiency ratings, school safety, and wellness initiatives. He also shares his thoughts on teacher engagement and the overall development of Minot High North. Dive into this comprehensive discussion to learn more about Scott Louser’s plans to enhance the quali...
In this episode of the Minot Matters podcast, we sit down with Scott Burlingame, a dedicated member of the Minot City Council, as he campaigns for his second term. Scott Burlingame shares his insights and perspectives on a range of critical issues affecting Minot, North Dakota. He discusses the current state of property taxes in Minot and his plans to address any concerns from the community. Additionally, Scott provides an in-depth look into the budget allocations and financial strategies for th...
Welcome to another edition of the Minot Matters podcast! In this episode, we are excited to have Scott Samuelson, a candidate running for the Minot City Council, join us for another excellent conversation. Scott dives deep into the key issues and topics that are central to his campaign and the future of Minot, North Dakota.
Welcome to another episode of the Minot Matters podcast, where today we're joined by Mike Blessum, a candidate for the Minot City Council. Dive into the details of Mike's vision for Minot, North Dakota, as he discusses his plans and perspectives on crucial topics like property taxes, economic growth, and the vital role of the city government.
The latest podcast episode is live! We sit down with Rob Fuller, a passionate contender for the Minot City Council. As a dedicated local business owner in Minot, North Dakota, Rob's interest in city politics has significantly grown, especially after the developments around the Broadway Circle project. In this discussion, Rob shares his vision for fiscal responsibility and his commitment to enhancing the financial framework of Minot by advocating for reduced property taxes. Rob is running for one...
Join us in this enlightening podcast episode as Leif Snyder, a candidate for the Minot City Council, shares his vision and plans for one of the three available City Council seats in Minot, North Dakota. In this candid discussion, Leif emphasizes his commitment to reducing property taxes and ensuring responsible fiscal policies that don’t overburden taxpayers to subsidize business developments in the area. Leif also delves into his cautious approach towards the city’s growth, advocating for a bal...
Join us for an exclusive conversation with Alan Dostert, the dynamic President/CEO of EAPC, and Minot's visionary Fire Chief, Kelli Kronschnabel, as they unveil the fascinating journey behind the creation of Minot Fire Station 5. 🚒🏢
Join us for an insightful conversation with Councilman Paul Pitner as we dive deep into the Minot City budget. Discover the key decisions shaping the city's financial future, the challenges faced, and the exciting opportunities ahead. Gain a unique perspective on local governance and the fiscal outlook in Minot, North Dakota. Don't miss this informative discussion – tune in now!
🎙️ Join us for a deep dive into the critical issues shaping Minot's future with Mayor Tom Ross. In this episode, we tackle topics like Flood Control/Protection, taxes and the budget, the Human Relations Ad-Hoc Committee, and more. Mayor Ross shares insights on how he envisions a more resilient Minot, responsible fiscal management, and promoting inclusivity within the community. Discover the inner workings of local governance and the mayor's commitment to transparent leadership in this engaging ...
Amy Allender is the featured guest on the Minot Matters podcast, where she delves into the array of attractions and activities in Minot and the broader North Dakota region. During the interview, Amy reflects on her relocation to Minot with her husband, a move prompted by his assignment in the Air Force. In a candid discussion, Amy also shares her personal struggles with depression, both before and after settling in North Dakota. However, she emphasizes the strides she's made in overcoming this c...
Dr Mark Vollmer comes on Minot Matters to chat about his career in public education. He talks about how he got into education and eventually started working at a school in North Dakota. From there, he was able to get a position in the Minot Public School District ascending to Superintendent. Throughout his career he handled many difficult situations including a tragic flood and COVID.
Scott Burlingame joins Minot Matters to talk about what happened at the August 29 HRC Meeting. He recaps the discussion that happened prior to the agenda items and covers some of the intense items that the meeting reviewed.
Justin Anderson explains how the Minot Area Council of the Arts has been helping create impact in the Minot community for over 50 years. He breaks down some of the big things that the MACA does every year to increase exposure for local artists while bringing some vibrant things to do in Minot.
The Minot Human Relations Ad-hoc Committee was recently started by the Minot City Council. On August 15 they officially held their first meeting that bring a lot of conversation about the legitimacy of the whole thing. We sat down with Mike Blessum, one of the committee members, to take a closer look at what was going on and what the overall goals were.
In this edition of Minot Matters, The Dakotan goes inside the City of Minot with Mayor Tom Ross. From looking at the latest budget matters, analyzing the HRC Ordinance, and looking at new developments we think you will love this edition.
Mark Lyman sits down with The Dakotan to talk about some of the new things in Minot like the North High School, the Magic City Discovery Center, and potential for other new developments.
