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  • New Parking Rules to roll out May 1 in Downtown Williston

    Barbara Peterson|Mar 18, 2015

    The City of Williston is about to make some major changes to the way people park in Downtown Williston. Beginning May 1 there will be time limits on the streets and in the parking lots, fines for violators and weekday enforcement; there will not be, however, a new parking ramp yet. “We don’t need new parking yet, but we need to start thinking about it,” said Williston City Planner Rachel Ressler. The Williston Planning and Zoning Department and Rich and Associates have been studying parking demand in Downtown Williston for nearly a year. The p...

  • Hess GM, MDU VP Of Business Development To Address Mondak Energy Alliance Feb. 12 In Williston

    Barbara Peterson|Feb 11, 2015

    The MonDak Energy Alliance is pleased to announce the general manager of Hess Corporation (Hess) North Dakota and the executive vice president of business development at MDU Resources Group, Inc. will headline its February meeting. Hess GM Stephen McNally has more than 30 years of experience in oil and gas exploration, development and production. His extensive career has taken him to places all over the globe including Minot, N.D. the past three years. MDU Resources VP Dennis Haider is headquartered in Bismarck, N.D. Haider has 40 years of...

  • Williston Regional Economic Development Corp Seeks Interest In Board Positions

    Barbara Peterson|Dec 17, 2014

    The Williston Regional Economic Development Corporation is seeking interest in three board openings. WREDC is Williston’s leading advocate for sustainable growth and development. The WREDC has a maximum of 23 positions. “The WREDC is made up of valuable stakeholders who are more or less the business development marketing arm of the City,” said Williston Economic Development Executive Director Shawn Wenko. “The board is a tremendous asset to our Office and we work closely with them.” The WREDC board meets the fourth Thursday of every month fro...

  • Deadline for Community Enhancement Grant Applications is Dec. 15

    Barbara Peterson|Dec 10, 2014

    The deadline for Williston STAR Fund Community Enhancement Grants is drawing near. Williston Economic Development must receive the applications by Monday, December 15, 2014. The Community Enhancement Grant is supported by the STAR Fund. It is designed to benefit non-profit activities and organizations that enhance the quality of life in the Williston trade area. This year up to $50,000 is available for qualifying applicants. The Williston STAR Fund was created in 1991 to support a variety of economic growth projects in the trade region. It is f...

  • Williston Regional Economic Development Corp Seeks Interest In Board Positions

    Barbara Peterson|Dec 10, 2014

    The Williston Regional Economic Development Corporation is seeking interest in three board openings. WREDC is Williston’s leading advocate for sustainable growth and development. The WREDC has a maximum of 23 positions. “The WREDC is made up of valuable stakeholders who are more or less the business development marketing arm of the City,” said Williston Economic Development Executive Director Shawn Wenko. “The board is a tremendous asset to our Office and we work closely with them.” The WREDC board meets the fourth Thursday of every month fro...

  • Williston Planning and Zoning Department

    Barbara Peterson|Nov 5, 2014

    The city of Williston is seeking public input on preliminary parking strategies for Downtown Williston. The public is invited to attend the meeting on Wednesday, November 5th, at 6:15 p.m., at the Williston Community Library. Preliminary reports and recommendations from parking consultants *Rich & Associates, Inc. will be presented and discussed at the meeting. For more details please contact Rachel Ressler, City Planner....

  • Menards to Build Large Home Improvement Store in Williston

    Barbara Peterson|Aug 6, 2014

    A popular home improvement store has unveiled plans for a new store in Williston. Menards officials submitted building plans for a new 209,630 square foot retail store on Tuesday, July 29, 2014. "We literally just got the plans by UPS an hour ago," said Kelly Aberle, City of Williston Building Department, at 2:30 p.m. Menards will be located at the Sand Creek Town Centre, a regional shopping district located in west Williston. Sand Creek is being developed by the Granite Peak Development...

  • Clean-up Williston Campaign April 26 – May 3

    Barbara Peterson|Apr 16, 2014

    Beginning Saturday, April 26, Williston residents are encouraged to tidy up their personal property: pick up trash and debris, trim trees and shrubs, remove overgrown weeds and mow grass. “The winter months can really take a toll on the appearance of the City and this event lines up perfectly with the spirit of spring cleaning,” said Nick Vasuthasawat, City of Williston code compliance coordinator. “We always encourage property owners to do their part to beautify the City which in turn fosters a sense of community pride and well-...