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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in City of West Fargo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
2027 Employee Health Benefits
The city reviewed its 2027 health, dental, vision and ancillary benefits. Reduced health insurance costs could affect the city's 2027 budget, though that related item was pulled from the agenda.
Main library lease with West Fargo Public Schools
The satellite branch wrapped its first year with 5,102 visits, 7,315 checkouts, and 105 new library cards — and patrons seem happy. That's a strong signal the smaller express-style location is earning its keep.
Ordinance No. 1286 — liability of owners and occupants for services
The second reading of Ordinance No. 1286, dealing with owner and occupant liability for services, was scheduled.
Oracle NetSuite government ERP contract
The city was set to authorize a contract for the Oracle NetSuite government ERP system — the software that runs the city's finances and back-office operations.
Economic Development Sales Tax Fund Policy
Mayor Eric Gjerdevig proposed having staff work up policy options for how the city's economic development sales tax money gets used. This could shape how sales tax dollars residents already pay are invested in local growth.
Oracle NetSuite ERP Contract
The city's plan to buy a new finance software system was put on hold pending legal review.
Zencity Communications Software
A three-year contract with Zencity Technologies gives the city resident-feedback and communications analytics tools; it passed 4-1.