Fargo City Commission Meeting Wrap-Up - 07.06.2026
In case you missed the July 6, 2026, Fargo City Commission meeting, here are a few highlights we would like you to know about.
Fargo Mayor, Commissioners Sworn Into Office
Fargo's newly elected mayor and two city commissioners each took the oath of office during a public swearing-in ceremony at the start of Monday’s City Commission meeting at Fargo City Hall.
Mayor Josh Boschee and City Commissioners Nikkie Gullickson and Chad Peterson were sworn into office after winning Commission seats in the June 9 municipal election. Their four-year terms began July 1.
Community members gathered in the Commission Chambers to witness the ceremony, which marked the beginning of the new Commission's first regular meeting together.
John Strand Named Fargo Deputy Mayor
The City Commission unanimously appointed Commissioner John Strand as Fargo’s deputy mayor during its Monday meeting.
Mayor Josh Boschee recommended Strand for the position, which serves as the mayor's designee when the mayor is unavailable to perform official duties.
Strand was elected to the City Commission in June 2016 and re-elected in 2020 and 2024. As deputy mayor, he will assist with ceremonial and official responsibilities as needed while continuing to serve as a City Commissioner.
City Commission Schedules Special Meeting to Discuss Liaison Assignments
The City Commission postponed action Monday on updated commissioner liaison assignments after a 3-2 vote to hold a special meeting on the topic.
Commissioners will meet at noon Wednesday, July 8, in the Commission Chambers at Fargo City Hall, 225 4th St. N., to consider and approve the assignments. Mayor Josh Boschee recommended updated commissioner liaison assignments that will be discussed during Wednesday's meeting.
Under Fargo's liaison system, each city commissioner serves as the primary connection between the City Commission and designated City departments, boards and committees. Commissioners attend meetings, monitor projects and issues within their assigned areas, and report updates to the full Commission.
Commission Fills Vacancies on Board of Adjustment, Library Board
The City Commission unanimously approved two board appointments during its Monday meeting.
Commissioners reappointed Marcia Pulczinski to the Board of Adjustment for a three-year term. Pulczinski's previous term expired June 30, and she expressed a willingness to continue serving on the board, which hears requests related to zoning and land-use regulations.
The City Commission also appointed Kylie Sollie to the Library Board, replacing Kristen Schipper, who reached the limit of two consecutive three-year terms. Sollie, a Fargo attorney, said in her application that she believes libraries are vital to connecting communities, fostering education and inspiring young readers. She also cited her legal experience in research, critical analysis and collaborative decision-making as strengths she would bring to the board.
Both appointments run through June 30, 2029.
Residents are encouraged to research and apply for appointment to any of Fargo’s boards, commissions and committees for consideration in the event of future vacancies. For more information on the responsibilities of each board, commission and committee, please visit FargoND.gov/GettingInvolved.