The West Fargo Police Deparment wants to wish everyone a safe and fun-filled 4th of July weekend!  Remember that using or possessing fireworks within the City limits is against City Ordinance.  If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Police Department at 701-433-5500. 

Summary of Fireworks Ordinance 12-0310
Full Public Conduct Ordinance

A hearing will be held at the City Commission on July 6, 2009 at 5:45 pm to decide whether to proceed with the proposed paving of the alleys in the area around the Loeden Center. The project would include paving and increasing property drainage.   The decision will be to proceed with the project on a block by block basis or to not proceed with all or a portion of the project.  Those who wish to voice their opinion for or against the project need to do so in writing and send it to Jim Brownlee, 800 4^th Avenue East, West Fargo, ND  58078 or by email jim.brownlee@westfargond.gov  before July 6^th.

There will be no garbage collection on Friday, July 3rd.  Sanitation crews will collect trash for those with a Friday route on Thursday. 

Appointments to various boards will be considered by the City of West Fargo Commission for the following non-salaried positions:  Airport Authority - one position, Library Board - two positions.  Please click here for an application.  Return the application and your resume by June 30, 2009 to the City Auditor, City of West Fargo, 800 4th Avenue East, Ste 1, West Fargo, ND  58078.  Completing this application does not guarantee an appointment.

The City of West Fargo will be flushing fire hydrants during the week of June 15 - June 19.  The flushing can occur anytime in your area during a 24 hour time frame.  There may be discoloration of your water, it is safe to drink but may appear unappetizing.  Please run your COLD water until it runs clear.  We apologize for any inconvenience that this routine maintenance causes you.  If you have any further questions, please call 433-5300.  Thank you.

When a business restripes a parking lot, it must provide accessible parking spaces as required by the ADA Standards for Accessible Design. 

Read West Fargo Police Department news release.  Read ADA guidelines.

The West Fargo Police Department is urging citizens of West Fargo to register their information on the CodeRED Website. CodeRED is a high-speed telephone emergency notification service that gives city and county officials the ability to deliver customized pre-recorded telephone messages directly to homes or businesses, or to targeted areas or the entire city at the rate of up to 60,000 calls per hour.  View more information.  Sign up now!

Interested in learning about the upcoming June 9th bond referendum vote?  There are public forums you can attend and general information about the vote on our website, please click here for more information.  If you need an absentee ballot please call, 356-2000.

Cleanup week in the City of West Fargo will be from June 1st to June 5th.  For more information on what you can put out on your curb, please visit the Sanitation/Recycling Page.

West Fargo Police Department will be out in full force from May 18 - 31 to enforce the seat belt laws.  In North Dakota, it is the law that everyone is to wear a seat belt. If a driver is under the age of 18, s/he can be pulled over for not wearing a seat belt. If the driver is 18 or over, s/he can be cited if pulled over for another reason. This campaign reinforces the importance of clicking it quick to buckle up and save lives. Click here to see a ND Dept of Transportation seat belt testimonial.

The retirement party for Officer Earl Larson and former Chief Dispatcher Phil Roquette was rescheduled due to the flooding situation.  It will now be held on May 29, 2009 at the West Fargo VFW.  For more information view the Invitation (PDF).

Due to the Memorial Day Holiday, all garbage pickup on Monday May 25th will be moved to Tuesday May 26th. All other days will remain the same.

The training will be held on May 14th from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the West Fargo Police Department.  The training is free.  Visit www.westfargopolice.com/staff/crime_free_housing_training.html for more information.

Information regarding the H1N1 virus (swine flu).  The North Dakota Department of Health offers these recommendations for avoiding infection:
•      As always, if you are sick you should say home from work or school to avoid spreading the infection to others.
•      Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.
•      Avoid close contact with people who are coughing or otherwise appear ill.
•      Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth.
•      Wash hands frequently.
•      People experiencing cough, fever and fatigue, possibly along with diarrhea and vomiting should contact their doctor. If you have recently traveled to an area with confirmed cases, make sure your doctor knows your travel history.
•      The CDC is recommending that any non-essential travel to Mexico be cancelled.

For more information from the Center for Disease Control, please click here.  For information from the State of North Dakota,please click here 

There will be a public informational meeting regarding the proposed 18-hole golf course in Westport beach.  This meeting will address turning over the contract for construction and operation of the golf course to the developers.The new plan is presently in the finalizing stages and at this point is unavailable but the developers and city officials will be present to provide details of the new plan and to answer any questions the public might have.

Location:  West Fargo Public Works building  (810 12th Avenue NW)

When:       Wednesday, April 29th at 7:00 pm

Pro-Sweep will begin the street cleaning operation in the City of West Fargo on Monday, April 27, 2009.  They will be running in 12 hour shifts and are estimating two to three weeks to complete the sweeping of all city streets.  Please slow down and be alert when driving near these street cleaning vehicles.  Thank you.

A public meeting with North Dakota Department of Transportation and City of West Fargo officials regarding the Assessment District for the Main Avenue Project.

WHEN:          Monday, April 27th at 6:00 PM

WHERE:       Veteran's Memorial Arena (1201 7th Avenue East)

The public is invited to listen and ask questions about what is currently happening at the Capitol from our House Representatives and Senators during this year's Legislative session.
WHEN:   April 25th
WHERE:  West Fargo High School (801 9th Street East)
TIME:  10:00 am to noon

1998 S10 Blazer 4x4, white, 131K miles, PW PL Cruise tilt, good shape.  Sold as is.  Please send sealed bids to : Reitan, c/o West Fargo Police Department, 800 4th Avenue #2, West Fargo, ND  58078.  The City of West Fargo reserves the right to refuse bids.  The bid opening will be 5:00 PM, April 24th, 2009.

To view photos go to http://www.westfargopolice.com/contact/vehicle-for-sale.html

The West Fargo Police Department is offering a new training program relating to Crime Free Multi-housing on April 23, 2009 from 08:00 AM to 04:00 PM at the West Fargo Police Department.

Property owners, managers and maintenance staff  are invited to sign up for the free training. to receive instruction in: understanding crime prevention; conducting the application screening process; fundamentals of personal safety; fair housing standards; establishing lease and lease addendums; concept of active property management; working with local law enforcement and fire departments; and drug and gang awareness.   Phase two is a basic Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) inspection of the property. Trained police personnel review the property and provide recommendations to improve safety and security for the residents.  Phase three is an organized resident social. The purpose of the social is to promote a community setting, introduce residents and staff, and provide educational materials relating to crime watch and crime prevention techniques.  Certificates are presented to the property owner or manager at the completion of each phase. Once all three phases have been completed a final certification is issued. The certification is good for one year. Final certification entitles the property owner or manager to free background checks on crime free housing applications, free reports relating to activities occurring on their property, free CPTED surveys, free crime free program materials, and free crime free multi-housing signs to be placed on the property.      

The West Fargo City Board of Equalization will meet on Tuesday, April 14th at 5:30 pm to review and certify the 2009 Property Tax Assessment Roll.  Any West Fargo property owner who wishes to appeal their 2009 assessed value may appear at this meeting and offer testimony.

Garbage pickup for Good Friday will be on Thursday April 9th. All other days will continue as normal.

The West Fargo City Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the West Fargo Police Department's expenditure of CFDA16.804 Recovery Act: Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Formula Program: Local Solicitation $69,789.  A copy of the grant application is available at the City of West Fargo, 800 4th Avenue East or click here to read it online.

Due to the flooding, the retirement party for Earl Larson and Phil Roquette planned for Saturday, March 28th, has been cancelled.  It will be rescheduled to a later date. 

Please note that if you're garbage pick up day was during the storm, your garbage will not be picked up this week (March 10 - 13).  Garbage pickup will begin on Monday morning following their normal schedule. 

Emergency crews - Police, Fire, Street - will continue to work to ensure public safety.  All other departments are closed for Tuesday, March 10th. 

The public is invited to listen and ask questions about what is currently happening at the Capitol from our House Representatives and Senators during this year's Legislative Forum 
Session.  They will be held at the West Fargo High School (801 9th Street East) at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on February 7th, March 14th and April 4th. 

Bituminous overlay of 7th Ave. from 8th St. W. to 9th St. E.
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Bitmunious overlay of 7th Ave. from 8th St. W. to 9th St. E.
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The Special Assessment Commission will meet at 9:00 am on  Thursday, April 12, 2007 to hear comments regarding special assessments against properties.
Location: City Hall Conference Room

The City Board of Equalization will meet on April 10th to certify property values for the upcoming year.  If you do not agree with the value that the city assessor has placed on your property, you can appear before this board to protest your value.
Location: City Hall Commission Room

The West Fargo Police Department selected Pastor Vern Baardson of Triumph West as the new Chaplain.  This is a volunteer position created in 1995 that has great responsibility to both officers of the West Fargo Police Department as well as our community and the citizens we serve.  Visit the West Fargo Police Department's website for more information!