Commission
Bowman County Commission
Bowman County Commissioners are elected at large on a non-partisan basis for staggered four-year terms. The County Commission is the governing body of the County responsible for overseeing County activities and working to ensure that citizen concerns are met, federal and state requirements are fulfilled, and County operations run smoothly.
The State constitution gives the Board of County Commissioners the power to adopt zoning ordinances (local laws), levy taxes, appropriations, authorize bonds, set salaries, approve bills, accept bids, approve the County budget and establish the requirements/policies for the Departments under its control.
The Board governs all unorganized townships of the County directly.
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF
THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
BOWMAN COUNTY, BOWMAN, NORTH DAKOTA
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on April 16, 2024, with the following present: Pine Abrahamson, Rick Braaten, Josh Buchmann, Jerid Janikowski, and Jerry Jeffers. Chairman Braaten called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Father Hilzendeger shared a prayer.
Bowman County Clerk of Court/Recorder, Jan Werre, swore in Deputy Treasurer, Meggan Tuchscherer.
Braaten asked for corrections or additions to the agenda. Jeffers moved to approve the agenda. Janikowski seconded the motion, and upon a vote, the motion was carried unanimously.
The following April 16, 2024 vouchers were approved by a motion made by Buchmann, with Abrahamson seconding the motion upon a vote, the motion was carried unanimously.
| 38266 | Montana Dakota Utilities | $1,868.95 |
| 38267 | A2Z Printing | $141.99 |
| 38268 | Amor Township | $16.47 |
| 38269 | Bowman Auto Parts | $836.61 |
| 38270 | Bowman Co. Historical Society | $3,671.41 |
| 38271 | Bowman County Treasurer | $3,061.83 |
| 38272 | Bowman Township | $1,097.73 |
| 38273 | Cerberus Security | $2,010.00 |
| 38274 | City of Bowman | $4,872.40 |
| 38275 | Consolidated Telcom | $1,525.82 |
| 38276 | Dacotah Paper Co | $512.68 |
| 38277 | Dakota Western Insurance | $42.00 |
| 38278 | Dorene Lorge | $24.12 |
| 38279 | Double EE Service | $53.78 |
| 38280 | EIDO Connect | $336.00 |
| 38281 | Fireside Office Solutions | $441.60 |
| 38282 | Gall’s | $118.89 |
| 38283 | ITD | $955.95 |
| 38284 | Jerry Jeffers | $509.20 |
| 38285 | ND State Radio Comm. | $5,675.66 |
| 38286 | NDSU | $129.00 |
| 38287 | NDSU Extension Service | $7,965.83 |
| 38288 | Penny Nester | $233.86 |
| 38289 | POST Board | $150.00 |
| 38290 | ProPoint | $1,303.98 |
| 38291 | Ramada Bismarck | $86.00 |
| 38292 | RDO Equipment | $84.29 |
| 38293 | RELX, Inc | $72.13 |
| 38294 | Scranton Equity | $2,434.50 |
| 38295 | Slope County | $750.00 |
| 38296 | Slope Electric | $542.62 |
| 38297 | Sunny Slope Township | $398.96 |
| 38298 | SWMCCC | $5,300.00 |
| 38299 | Sydnee Kidd | $42.21 |
| 38300 | Tab Electronics | $206.33 |
| 38301 | Talbot Township | $844.42 |
| 38302 | Verizon | $448.15 |
| 38303 | West Plains | $26.38 |
| 38304 | Wild & Weiss Law Office | $1,250.00 |
| 38305 | Woodley’s Construction | $28.45 |
Janikowski moved to approve the April 2, 2024, minutes with Abrahamson seconding the motion, and upon a vote, the motion was carried unanimously.
Guests present: Karson Pederson, Brad Mosher.
Buchmann moved to approve the Election Inspector Appointment Resolution. Abrahamson seconded the motion, and upon a vote, the motion was carried unanimously.
Discussion was held on the approval of RFP for Grant Administrative Services for the Jesco Apartments Remodel Project. Only $17,600 was approved for administrative services, and the one bid that was received was for $28,000. Bowman County can either put in a formal amendment for additional CDBG funds with no guarantees of approval, or the county can approve additional funds for the project. Schumacher will submit the Request for Amendment forms to apply for the additional funds.
Bowman County NDSU Extension Agent, Penny Nester, met to present her quarterly report.
Frank Eberle, Bowman County Sheriff, met to give an update on his office.
Adelaide, Amor, Gem, Langberg, Marion, and Nebo Township representatives, Larry Njos, Randy Hlebechuk, George Siverson, LeRoy Siverson, Robert White, Chad Njos, Rob Braaten, Brett Hendrickson, and Payco Holecek met with commissioners regarding directional boring permit applications.
Bowman County Highway Superintendent, Shane Biggs, and Billy Doerr, Brosz Engineering met to discuss road projects. Abrahamson moved to approve the Request for Materials from Whiting Township for the purchase of 1,000 cy of gravel and a 24” x 60’ culvert with the township being responsible for 100% of the gravel and 50% of the culvert. Janikowski seconded the motion, and upon a vote, the vote was carried unanimously. Janikowski moved to approve the Request for Materials from Stillwater Township for the purchase of 1,000 cy of gravel with the township being responsible for 100% of the cost. Abrahamson seconded the motion, and upon a vote, the motion was carried unanimously. Buchmann moved to approve the Request for Materials from Bowman Parks and Recreation for a donation of 200 cy of gravel. Janikowski seconded the motion, and upon a vote, the motion was carried unanimously. Jeffers moved to approve the Request for Materials from Scranton Township for the purchase of 300 cy of gravel with the township being responsible for 100% of the cost. Abrahamson seconded the motion, and upon a vote the motion was carried unanimously. Jeffers moved to table a decision on the Request for Materials from Nebo Township until Biggs can verify that there is enough gravel for their request. Janikowski seconded the motion, and upon a vote, the motion was carried unanimously. Janikowski moved to approve the Road Use Agreement from Border States Paving, Inc. Buchmann seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken with all members voting yes. Motion carried.
Scott Jansen, Jeremy Spaeth, Scott Koziar, APEX, met to discuss concerns regarding end of construction plans. Also present, Bowman County Road Superintendent, Shane Biggs, Bowman County State’s Attorney, Andrew Weiss, and Billy Doerr, Brosz Engineering. Other guests present: Chad Njos, Brad Mosher, and by phone Michael Anderson, AET. Janikowski moved to have Shane Biggs, Andrew Weiss, Billy Doerr, Pine Abrahamson, and Karen Budd-Falen draw up the end of construction plan and have it sent to APEX. Buchmann seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken with all members voting yes. Motion carried.
Dustin Young, Executive Director, SW Art Gallery & Science Center, Dickinson, ND, met to introduce himself and inform the commissioners about their center. They would like to collaborate with Bowman County to bring educational and engaging opportunities for the citizens of Bowman County and SW North Dakota.
At 2:41 PM Jeffers moved to adjourn the meeting. Janikowski seconded the motion, and upon a vote, the motion was carried unanimously.
Rick Braaten, Chairman, Board of County Commissioners
ATTEST: Mindy Schumacher, Bowman County Auditor
BOWMAN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2024 – 9:00 AM
AGENDA
Call to order Chairman Braaten
Pledge of Allegiance – Prayer – Pastor Brian Norton
Swearing in of New Treasurer
Consideration for Approval
- Agenda
- Vouchers
- April 16, 2024 Minutes
- April Treasurer’s Report– Daily Cash Settlements/Bank Reconciliation Report
- April 2024 Month-End BLM Report
- April 2024 Recorder/Sheriff Fee Collection Report
- Gaming Site Authorizations, BCDC
- Raffle Permit, NDJHRD
Unfinished Business
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- RFP, Grant Administrative Services, Jesco Apartments Remodel Project
- Request for Materials, Nebo Township
New Business
- Scheduled Appointments Made in Advance
9:15 AM Bowman County Weed Control Officer, Josh Hetland
9:30 Bowman County Library Board
10:00 Bowman County Rural Ambulance District Annual Meeting
10:30 Roosevelt Custer Regional Council
11:00 Bowman County Highway Superintendent, Shane Biggs
11:15 Wanzek Construction, Bowman Wind Project
~Break For Lunch
1:15 PM Rocky Wallman, City of Rhame
1:45 Scott Jansen, APEX
Elected Officials Office Updates & Other
- Public Notices
The Commission have been invited to attend the following:
Important Meeting Dates
- Next Regularly Scheduled Commission Meeting –May 21, 2024, 9:00 AM
Adjourn
Rick Braaten
Commissioner
(701) 279-5530
email
Rick was first elected as a Bowman County Commissioner in November 2008. He is a 1975 graduate of Bowman High School and graduated from NDSU in 1979 with a BS degree in Agricultural Economics. Rick is married to Laurie Fish and they four sons. Rick engages in farm and ranch work.
Other Offices Held:
- 1994 – 2002 Board Member Farmers Union Oil of Rhame
- FSA County Committee
- County Representative on Economic Development Board
- County Representative on County Weed Board
Josh Buchmann
Commissioner
(701) 206-0578
email
Josh graduated in 1996 from Bowman High School and attended NDSCS, graduating in 1999. He moved back to Bowman in 2006. He has two children; his daughter lives in Wahpeton and works for NDSCS and his son attends Bowman High School.
Other Offices Held:
- Bowman County Fair Board
- Bowman Volunteer Fire Department
- Bowman Ambulance Service
- Owner of RMJ Towing
- Owner of Bowman Laundromat
- Manager of Northwest Tire since 2011
Jerry Jeffers
Commissioner
(701) 279-5885
email
Jerry was elected to the Bowman County Commission in 2016 and is the third generation on the Jeffers farm in southwestern Bowman County; homesteaded in 1909. Jerry also has operated a cabinet shop in the winter since 1976. He has three sons and is married to Karen who has two sons and a daughter. Between them they have 11 grandchildren.
Other Offices Held:
- Current Bowman County Zoning Board Member
- Past Bowman/Slope Soil Conservation Board Member
- Former 4-H Leader and 4-H Council President
- Past Sunny Apartments Board Member
- Past Bethany Church Council President
- Past School Board Member
Pine Abrahamson
Commissioner
701-523-3169
email
Pine was first elected as a Bowman County Commissioner in 2004. Pine was born and raised in Bowman County. He has been engaged in agriculture his entire life; he is the third generation to be involved on the family farm where he spends many hours working with his youngest daughter her husband. Pine is married with 4 children and 4 grandchildren.
Other Offices Held:
- Bowman/Slope Multi-County Social Service District
- Bowman County Information Technology Committee
- Bowman County Extension Advisory Council
- Past All Seasons Arena Board Member
- Past Bowman County EDC Board Member
Jerid Janikowski
Commissioner
(701) 440-8445
email
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Other Offices Held:
- Bowman County Zoning Board
Contact
CONTACT
EMAIL: auditor@bowmancountynd.gov
PHONE: (701) 523-3130
Bowman County Auditor
104 1st St NW, Suite 1
Bowman ND 58623
OFFICE HOURS
Monday – Thursday:
7:30am – 12:00pm MT
12:30pm – 4:30pm MT
Friday:
7:30am – 12:00pm MT
(Closed on Legal Holidays)