Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Moorhead public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
9 issues in taxes budget with medium priority
Maple Court rents for 2027
A resolution was scheduled to set Maple Court rents for 2027, directly affecting what tenants at that property pay next year.
Recording City Council Workshops
Workshops — where a lot of real deliberation happens — will now be recorded and available to the public. Two residents spoke up in favor during public comment.
Clay County HRA 2027 Special Benefit Tax
The council signed off on the county housing authority's 2027 special benefit tax, which helps fund affordable housing efforts in Clay County. HRA leaders walked the council through the program before the vote.
CDBG 2025 plan amendment: $40K shifted from CCRI acquisition to blight removal
The city is redirecting $40,000 in federal grant money from helping CCRI buy land for a group home to tearing down blighted structures. CCRI agreed because it hasn't found a site, and HUD spending deadlines forced the move. Final council vote September 14.
2027 Proposed Fee Schedule
The board was scheduled to act on the proposed 2027 fee schedule, which sets what residents pay for park facility rentals and recreation programs next year.
2025 City Audit Results
The city's 2025 books got a completely clean audit — no findings on finances, federal money, or state legal compliance. Fund balance grew by about $2 million, which helps Moorhead's bond rating and its cushion for surprises.
Infrastructure Grant Applications
The city got the green light to chase grants for public infrastructure improvements — free money opportunities for future projects.
CDBG 2026 Plan and PY 2024 Amendment
The council finalized CDBG changes: an $8,000 youth program run by the Afro American Development Association was cancelled because it was never implemented, and the money now goes to Parks and Rec scholarships for low- to moderate-income kids.
City Energy Efficiency Partnership with McKinstry
The council approved an investment grade audit and guaranteed energy savings agreement with McKinstry, aiming to cut energy costs in city buildings and chip away at deferred maintenance using guaranteed savings to pay for upgrades.