AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHousing Funding in Bismarck: The North Dakota Housing Finance Agency is taking applications for affordable housing development help, including $2.5 million through HOME, about $4.2 million in LIHTC incentives, $2.8 million via the National Housing Trust Fund, and state Housing Incentive Fund support. Crime Update: North Dakota’s Attorney General says overall crime fell in 2025, with violent crime down about 3% to 11,913 offenses, while he renews calls for tougher sentencing for violent offenders. Energy & Industry: Applied Digital says it brought 75 MW of a new data center building online at its Ellendale campus, boosting operational capacity to 175 MW. Coal Innovation: A $75 million federal pilot program will fund new tech at the Falkirk mine run by UND, aiming to improve lignite and create jobs. Local Governance: Grand Forks County is moving toward a home rule charter change that could let the county set lower mill levy caps, with a November voter approval required. Community Events: Williston’s Roots & Wings Festival returns July 11 at Spring Lake Nature Center, and the International Peace Garden plans its Aug. 22 gala themed around pollinators and restoring its historic lodge. Transportation Planning: ND DOT is seeking presentations for the 2027 Transportation Conference in Bismarck, March 9-10.
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