Fargo City Commission Meeting Wrap-Up - 02.02.2026
In case you missed the February 2, 2026, Fargo City Commission meeting, here are a few highlights we would like you to know about.
City Commission Approves Design for 12th Avenue North Bridge Reconstruction
City Commissioners approved a design for the reconstruction of the 12th Avenue North Bridge over the Red River during their meeting held Monday, February 2. The reconstructed bridge will be built at a higher elevation to prevent flooding.
The Commission voted 5-0 to advance the project and select a mini-roundabout for the intersection of Elm Street and 12th Avenue North, near the Fargo end of the bridge. The goal of the roundabout is to improve traffic flow and enhance safety for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists at the intersection.
The design decision allows the Engineering Consultant Team to finalize the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation and start the final engineering design for the bridge project.
Downtown Fargo Business Improvement District Presents Year-End Review
The Downtown Fargo Business Improvement District (BID) provided its year-end review to the Fargo City Commission on Monday, highlighting activities from 2025 and plans moving into 2026.
As required under its BID contract, the Downtown Community Partnership presented the year-end review outlining efforts to keep Downtown Fargo clean, safe, well-maintained and properly promoted. These initiatives are aimed at enhancing the overall experience for businesses, residents and visitors in the Downtown neighborhood.
The BID’s presentation can be found here.
City Commissioners Approve Changes to Truck Routes
City Commissioners voted 5-0 to approve adjustments to the City of Fargo’s truck routes on Monday.
In recent years, the construction or reconstruction of some streets has allowed their designation to be changed to a truck route, due to how the roadway was built and the materials used.
A list of the route changes can be found here
FPD Ceremony Honors Promotions and 2025 Employees of the Year
The Fargo Police Department celebrated outstanding service and recent promotions during its Promotions and Awards Ceremony held January 26 at City Hall.
The ceremony formally recognized six departmental promotions: Capt. Travis Moser, Lts. Nick Kjonaas and Travis Berger, Sgts. Joshua Loos and Jon Novacek, and Detective Dane Ronning.
The FPD also announced the recipients of the 2025 Employee of the Year Awards, honoring sworn and civilian personnel whose dedication and professionalism made a significant impact over the past year. Sgt. Kyle Seehusen was named Supervisor of the Year, Detective Ryan Jasper received Detective of the Year, Officer Lacey Bunkelman was recognized as Officer of the Year and Quartermaster Sara Fix earned Civilian Employee of the Year.
Police Chief Dave Zibolski said the honorees exemplify leadership, commitment to public safety and service beyond daily responsibilities, noting the recipients were selected by their peers.
Deputy Mayor Denise Kolpack, who attended the ceremony along with Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney, shared the news of the ceremony during the Commissioner Update portion of Monday’s meeting.