Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Moorhead public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
11 issues in governance
Council Candidate Ethics Hearing
A Moorhead City Council candidate is facing a formal ethics hearing over using a fire truck in a parade. The outcome could affect the race and who ends up sitting on the council, so it’s not just inside-baseball.
City Council Election
Dalton Swanson dropped out of the Ward 1 Moorhead City Council race, but his name will still appear on the ballot. Voters who don’t know he withdrew could waste a vote on him, so check before you cast your ballot.
City Council Candidate Forum
Moorhead City Council candidates took part in a forum to lay out their plans for the city’s future development. If you’re voting this fall, it’s a quick way to compare their priorities before casting a ballot.
City Council Election Candidates
Moorhead voters have city council candidates on the ballot by ward, and it’s worth checking who’s running before you vote. These are the people who’ll shape local budgets, taxes, and city laws.
Mayoral Primary Election
Moorhead voters are narrowing the mayoral field in a primary that will help decide who runs the city. Candidates are pitching their visions, and the outcome matters because the next mayor will shape local priorities and budgets.
Election Candidates Filing
Filing is now open for Moorhead’s mayoral and city council races, so the people who want to run your city are officially lining up. If you care about local policy next term, this is the starting gun to watch.
Mayoral Election
Lisa Borgen is running for Moorhead mayor, adding a name to the city’s election race. It’s early, so the big question is who else jumps in and what Borgen would do on taxes, growth, and city services. If you live in Moorhead, this is your cue to pay attention before the ballot fills up.
Mayoral Race
Borgen has entered Moorhead’s mayoral race, so the city’s top job is officially contested. Whoever wins will have a big say over budgets, development, and the city’s overall direction—so it’s worth paying attention.
council resolution supporting Somali community
Justice North is hosting its second annual Community Huddle June 2 at MSUM to connect organizations serving low-income and immigrant residents — registration is filling fast with more than double last year's turnout expected.
Local Election
A Moorhead City Council member is thinking about running for mayor, which could reshape the next city election. Nothing is official yet, but it signals a more competitive race for who leads Moorhead.
Mayoral Swearing-in
Shelly Carlson just moved from the Moorhead City Council to the mayor’s office. Her swearing-in means her leadership style and priorities will now steer city decisions. It’s worth watching because mayoral direction can shape budgets, services, and growth.