AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoChild Poverty Watch: A new Kids Count report says 13% of North Dakota children live in poverty, with advocates pointing to housing costs and urging stronger supports like child tax credits and free school meals. Labor & Schools: Minot Public Schools ratified one-year union contracts, including a 4% wage increase for teachers and changes to health savings account contributions. Local Infrastructure: Minot’s nearly $20M Puppy Dog Coulee storm sewer project is moving into Phase 7B, with new partial closures and detours on 24th Avenue SW and ongoing work impacts. Health Policy: A Warren pharmacy owner testified on proposed pharmacy benefit manager reforms, warning that closures can leave patients without nearby care. Community & Culture: Minot’s Levitt Amp music series kicked off with a downtown crowd and a $120,000 matching grant from the Levitt Foundation. Public Safety Planning: Dickinson Park Board reviewed a land swap tied to a future fire station and discussed strategic plan priorities. Road Work Update: Dickinson shifted traffic to a temporary bypass on the I-94 West Business Loop while roundabout construction at 23rd Ave/County Rd 10 approaches. Business Climate Signal: A national hiring map shows North Dakota’s job openings down 8.7% since 2020, highlighting a tougher labor-demand picture than many states. DAPL Settlement: ND leaders responded to a final settlement that will reimburse the state $27.8M for Dakota Access Pipeline protest-related law enforcement costs.
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