McLean County Independent News
County budget discussed
A public hearing, hosted by the McLean County Board of Commissioners, took place Sept. 23, with several taxpayers and department leaders in attendance.
State parks to get a little TLC
Placement of rip rap along the north embankment of Garrison Bay Marina at Fort Stevenson State Park and replacement of the park’s restroom and shower facilities are among numerous projects proposed by Governor Jack Dalrymple.
Candidates speak up
Five candidates who are seeking election to two county seats fielded questions from the public Monday evening.
Ballot applications mailed
While political ads have already begun filling various forms of media, the run up to the November General Election has begun in earnest in McLean County.
Paving for progress
Construction continues to flourish in Garrison’s newest housing development, the Bicentennial Addition in northeast Garrison.
Airport to receive federal funding
The Garrison Municipal Airport is one of seven North Dakota airports that will receive federal funding for updates.
Utility increase
A plan to increase what Garrison residents pay for their municipal utilities is moving forward.
Planning for a power outage
Garrison city officials hope for the best, but Monday night they took steps to plan for the worst at their annual preliminary budget meeting.
School expansion presented
Officials at Max got a close-up look this past week at what is being proposed in a school expansion/remodel project.
Board, citizens unite to promote bond issue
In just two months, patrons of the Garrison School District will have an opportunity to support a bond issue. The bond vote will be Nov. 4 in conjunction with the 2014 general election.
