THURSDAY, OCTBOBER 8, 2026
6:00 PM
AMERICAN LEGION CLUB ROOM

City of Linton is accepting applications for a Public Works Regular Part-Time Employee.

Duties include street maintenance, city property maintenance and garbage collection.

Approximately 24-32 hours per week. Salary DOE. Benefits available.

For further information or to obtain an application, call City Hall at 701-254-4460.

Application deadline is October 30, 2026.

The City of Linton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Monday, November 2, 2026
5:00 PM
Linton Community Center – 101 NE 1st St

The meeting was called to order by Mayor Brian Jacob on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 5:00 pm. Upon roll call, the following council members were present: James Gartner, Shane Jahnner, Randall Meidinger, Wayne Ehley, Travis Dockter, Eric Schmidt. Also in attendance were City Administrator/Auditor Sharon Jangula, Public Works Director Tyler Gross.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

A motion to approve the August 3, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes was made by James Gartner, second by Shane Jahner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.

Public Comments / Visitors:
Rory Humann addressed the council regarding garbage pickup. He said the garbage should be picked up street-side year-round rather than switching to alley pickup in the Spring. He also expressed concern about the use of golf carts around town, especially those being driven by kids.

Mayor Jacob informed him that both issues are being addressed.

Vickie Martin addressed the council saying the garbage should be picked up either street-side or in the alley, but should not be switched back and forth.

Greg Langeliers addressed the council requesting to purchase Lot 3, Block 4, Original Town. He said he owns the adjoining lots to the north. He also asked if he could obtain an easement to Lot 4 for driveway and utility access. There was discussion that Lot 4 is deed restricted and, therefore he may not be able to obtain an easement. After further discussion, a motion to approve selling Lot 3 for the costs of the 24-1 Special Assessment and closing costs was made by Wayne Ehley, second by Randall Meidinger. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.

Donavin Grenz addressed the council requesting help and assistance to obtain a permit for construction in the floodway. He said he is working with a surveyor/engineer from Mandan. Mr. Grenz was told that he will need to provide the documentation required by FEMA, and the city must get approval from the State before construction can be approved.

Marcy Sanders, KEM Electric Cooperative, addressed the council regarding KEM Electric’s Franchise Agreement which needs to be renewed. A motion to approve the First Reading of Ordinance 2026-09-01 Granting to KEM Electric Cooperative, Inc a Franchise and Right to Construct, Maintain and Operate was made by Randall Meidinger, second by Shane Jahner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.

A motion to approve an On-Sale Beer License for Shirl’s Country Diner and Treasures was made by James Gartner, second by Eric Schmidt. Unanimous ay vote; motion carried.

A motion to approve Building Permit Applications 26-36 MDU building demolition; 26-37 Jacques Van Leeuwen cement work; 26-38 Anton Baumgartner cement work; 26-39 Liz & Justin Jochim replace garage siding, cement work; 26-40 Keith’s Service & Repair cement work; 26-42 Mark Lawler house demolition; 26-43 Shirley Goldade install business sign; 26-44 Debbi Lindeman add carport was made by Wayne Ehley, second by James Gartner. Unanimous ay vote; motion carried.

A motion to table Building Permit Application 26-41 Donavin Grenz complete construction of building was made by James Gartneer, second by Eric Schmidt. Unanimous aye vote, motion carried.

A motion to approve Gaming Permit Applications was made by Randall Meidinger, second by James Gartner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. Gaming Permit Application: 26-12 American Legion Dan R. Richardson Post #54-raffle 10/31/26.

A motion to approve Special Event Permits allowing the sale of alcoholic beverages was made by James Gartner, second by Travis Dockter. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. Special Event Permits: Happy Hour at Linton Civic Center for wedding receptions on 10/3/26;10/10/26;10/24/26.

A motion to approve the August 2026 Monthly Financial Report was made by Shane Jahner, second by Eric Schmidt. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.

A motion to approve the payment of bills was made by James Gartner, second by Travis Dockter. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. Ameritas- dental & vision insurance $730.08; Auto Value Parts Stores-supplies $44.93; BEK Communication-phone & internet $330.41; Cole Papers Inc-civic center supplies $304.15; Dockter’s Welding & Machine-labor $25.00; Econo Signs LLC.- drive rivets $690.10; Elan Financial Services-credit card payments $19.95; Emmons County Record-publishing $147.76; Ferguson Waterworks-water meter parts & flags for utility locates $192.01; Fireside Office Solutions-office supplies $127.87; IRS-payroll taxes $7,485.54; Jack’s Electric & Trenching-disconnect fire whistle $80.00; Joseph Hanson-legal fees $3,630.00; KEM Electric-electricity $124.80; Linton Auto Parts-supplies $193.90; Lots & Lines-painting, striping: street parking stall, lines & barricaded areas, curb, fire lane, ADA handicap stencil, & access aisle $14,445.00; Magrum Excavating-camera sewer manhole $375.00; Martin Oil-#2 clear diesel $2,259.77; Maverick Ag-chemical-weed control $343.80; Moore Engineering-engineering $7,500.00; MDU-power bill $3,820.34; ND PERS-pension $6,373.21; ND-Health, Microbiology-water testing $54.00; NDPHIT-employee insurance $6,804.44; ND One Call-utility locates $12.00; Nodak True Value-supplies, parts $230.38; Payroll $36,207.36; Patriot Fuels-unleaded, premium unleaded $582.19; Roehrich Construction LLC-concrete work $1,300.00; Riteway Business Forms-laser checks $218.08; Roll-On Tire Center-labor $180.00; Sanitation Products-parts $1,255.14; Sanford Health-OccMed WSI Ergo consultation $186.44; Sayler Implement Inc-supplies, parts $105.96; SCWD-water $15,122.25; USPS-postage utility bills $541.00; Verizon Wireless-cellphone & iPad plan $70.39; Francis Wald-Civic Center maintenance $560.00; Walworth County Landfill- landfill fees $3,110.12; Wangler’s Tree Service-tree removal $1,324.00.

Discussion was held on the park built at the intersection of Schley Avenue and 6th St. A motion to accept the conveyance from Shawna Paul of the West Four Feet (W 4′) of Lot Five (5) and all of Lot Six (6), Block One (1), Original Town of Linton City, for use as Mike Paul Memorial Park, and to authorize the Mayor and City Auditor to take any actions necessary to complete the transfer was made by James Gartner, second by Shane Jahner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.

Mayor Jacob asked if there were any other items needing to be addressed or comments from the public at this time.

Rory Humann asked the council if they could check into a vehicle that is partially blocking the view of oncoming traffic at an intersection. He was told the matter would be addressed.

Vickie Martin expressed concern regarding safety and privacy for children while in the parks. Discussion was held on her concern with no formal action taken.
The council held other discussion on parking of oversized trailers on the street for extended times, sidewalks, overgrowth of trees and progress of cleanups.

Tyler Gross informed the council that a portion of the sewer main near the intersection of Sampson Ave & 2nd St. SE will need to be relined at an estimated cost of $25,000. He said the Mayor and Sewer Committee were aware of the existing problem and the work is scheduled for later this month.

The next City Council meeting will be held on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 5:00 pm with a Public Hearing on the 2027 Budget held at 5:30 pm. Fall Cleanup Days will be September 21st and 22nd.

The council was provided with the LIDC 7/8/26 and 8/12/26 Meeting Minutes, LIDC Balance Sheets as of 7/31/26 & 8/28/26; Linton Municipal Airport Authority 7/22/26 Meeting Minutes; ND Department of Water Resources Floodway Development Review Standards Policy.

A motion to adjourn was made by James Gartner. Meeting adjourned.

A reminder to all citizens between November 1 and April 30, it is unlawful for anyone to park or leave standing on any public street in the city any boat, camper or trailer for a period longer than twenty-four (24) consecutive hours.

Linton City Council Meeting Agenda for Monday, October 5, 2026 –5:00 pm
Budget Hearing 5:30 pm
Linton Community Center – 101 NE 1st Street
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Approve the September 8, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
5. Visitors / Public Comments
• Donavin Grenz – update on floodway documentation for building
• Other
6. Second Reading Ordinance of 2026-09-01 Granting to KEM Electric Cooperative, Inc. a Franchise and Right to Construct, Maintain and Operate
7. Building Permit Application:
• 26-45 Linton Assembly of God – place Conex box
• 26-46 Ronald Ryckman – reshingle
8. Application for a Gaming Permit:
• 26-13 American Legion Dan R Richardson Post #54 – raffle, 11/30/26
• 26-14 Voices for Lake Oahe – raffle, 5/1/27
9. Special Event Permit to Sell Alcoholic Beverages:
• Green Lantern to McCrory Parking Lot on October 10, 2026 for Chamber of Commerce Chili Cook-Off
• Happy Hour Bar to Linton Civic Center on November 27, 2026 for Light Up the Night Celebration
10. Approve September 2026 Monthly Financial Report
11. Approve Payment of Bills
12. BUDGET HEARING (5:30 PM)
13. Additional Comments – Visitors
14. Council Member Reports & Discussion
15. Mayor & City Staff Reports & Discussion:
16. Council Information:
• Next Regular Meeting – Monday, November 2, 2026 at 5:00 pm
17. Adjourn

Thursday, Sep 17th
2:00 PM
203 Broadway St S

Includes coffee or hot chocolate
$4.00 per serving

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 – ORIGINAL TOWN AND WEST OF BROADWAY ST (MAIN ST)
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 – EAST OF BROADWAY ST (MAIN ST) AND 1ST STREET TO 8TH STREET

Residents must place items for collection on the curb by 7 a.m.
The city crew will pick up items that two people can lift. EVERYTHING MUST BE BUNDLED, TIED OR BOXED.
ITEMS ACCEPTED: Furniture, mattresses, TVs, electronic items, small metal items, large plastic items, bikes, water heaters, microwaves, dishwashers, washers, dryers.
ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED: Tires, used oil, batteries, paint, liquids of any type, pesticides, chemicals, chemical barrels, freon containing appliances unless freon has been removed and tagged by a certified refrigerant removal company.
For more information call the City Office: 254-4460.

Monday, October 5, 2026
5:00 PM
Linton Community Center – 101 NE 1st St

The meeting was called to order by Mayor Brian Jacob on Monday, August 3, 2026 at 5:00 pm. Upon roll call, the following council members were present: James Gartner, Shane Jahnner, Randall Meidinger, Wayne Ehley, Travis Dockter, Eric Schmidt. Also in attendance were City Attorney Joseph Hanson, Public Works Employee Eric Vetter, City Administrator/Auditor Sharon Jangula.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

A motion to approve the July 6, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes was made by James Gartner, second by Shane Jahner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.

AJ Tuck, Moore Engineering gave an update on the 24-1 Street Project. He presented Bituminous Paving Change Order No. 4 in the amount of -$284,726.80. Mr. Tuck said the final contract amount for Bituminous Paving is $2,842,573.49. A motion to approve Change Order No. 4 was made by Wayne Ehley, second by Eric Schmidt. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.

A motion to approve Bituminous Pay Application 7 in the amount of $41,155.00 was made by James Gartner, second by Eric Schmidt. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.

A motion to approve Moore Engineering Invoice SIN010809 in the amount of $6,264.63 was made by Randall Meidinger, second by Travis Dockter. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.

Mayor Jacob said that he, Council Members Meidinger and Jahner, and Public Works Director Gross did a final inspection of the project with Mr. Tuck. He said overall the project turned out well and the streets look good.

AJ Tuck also reported the storm sewer pipe relining from 1st St. SE to Broadway St. South was just completed. He said he reviewed the video footage and everything appears to be good. The invoice from CC Steel to reline the storm sewer is $190,251.00. Mr. Tuck said the city had previously been approved for a cost share of up to $99,000.00 from the Department of Water Resources leaving the city’s cost at $91,251.00.

A motion to approve payment to CC Steel in the amount of $190,251.00 was made by James Gartner, second by Shane Jahner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. At the May 5, 2025 meeting, the city council had approved paying the city share of the costs with Municipal Infrastructure funds.

Public Comments / Visitors:
Jerald Roehrich addressed the council regarding a problem with feral cats. Mayor Jacob said the issue has been addressed with the renter and owner of the property.

There were no other public comments or visitors wishing to address the council at this time.

A motion to approve Building Permit Applications 26-32, 26-33, 26-34, 26-35 was made by Randall Meidinger, second by Eric Schmidt. Unanimous aye vote, motion carried. Permits: 26-32 Mark & Kayla Huntington-new windows; 26-33 Debbie Lindeman-concrete pad; 26-34 Janel Nelson-deck; 26-35 Bauman Financial-concrete parking pad.

A motion to approve Gaming Permit Applications was made by Wayne Ehley, second by Shane Jahner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. Gaming Permit Application: 26-9 St. Anthony Church -raffle & bingo 6/20/26; 26-10 American Legion Dan R. Richardson Post #54-raffle 09/30/26; 26-11 Grad Finale 50/50 raffle 8/28/26-2/18/27.

A motion to approve Special Event Permits allowing the sale of alcoholic beverages was made by James Gartner, second by Travis Dockter. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. Special Event Permits: Happy Hour at Linton Civic Center for wedding receptions on 9/5/26, 9/12/26, 9/26/26.

A motion to approve Resolution 2026-08-01 Setting the Auditor’s Bond Limit, was made by Randall Meidinger, second by James Gartner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. The bond is from the North Dakota State Bonding Fund in the amount of $2,000,000.00
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A motion to approve the July 2026 Monthly Financial Report was made by Randall Meidinger, second by Shane Jahner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.

A motion to approve the payment of bills was made by James Gartner, second by Wayne Ehley. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. Ameritas- dental & vision insurance $730.08; Bank of North Dakota-payment 2011 water meter project $14,215.00; Bituminous Paving-change order 4 $284,726.85; Bituminous Paving-pay application 7 $41,155.60; Cole Papers Inc-civic center supplies $737.61; CC Steel-reline storm sewer $190,251.00; ECOLAB-pest control $217.21; Elan Financial Services-credit card payments $143.96; Emmons County Record-publishing $735.15; Ferguson Waterworks-water meter parts $1,242.56; Fireside Office Solutions-office supplies $115.54; Grzadzieleski Utility Service-backflow device testing $400.00; IRS-payroll taxes $4,838.32; Jack’s Electric & Trenching-electrical-fiber optic locates, boring conduit for city camera $1,307.13; Jack’s Electric & Trenching-Civic Center HVAC $2,629.32; Joseph Hanson-legal fees $1,333.34; Linton Airport Authority- avgas cc sale $56.71; Linton Auto Parts-parts, supplies $208.11; Maverick Ag-chemical-weed control $921.90; Moore Engineering-engineering $6,264.63; MDU-power bill $3,724.08; ND PERS-pension $4,248.76; NDPHIT-employee insurance $6,804.44; ND State Tax Commissioner-payroll taxes $140.90; Nodak True Value-supplies, weed eater $597.91; Payroll $23,880.39 Patriot Fuels-unleaded, premium unleaded $644.12; Quality Asphalt Inc.-patching mix $330.00; Roehrich Construction LLC-concrete work $2,000.00; Sayler Implement Inc-parts & labor $3,047.78; SCWD-water $11,242.00; USPS-postage utility bills $331.50; Verizon Wireless-cellphone & iPad plan $70.39; Francis Wald-Civic Center maintenance $700.00.

The public was asked if there were any other comments or discussion they would like addressed. There was none.

Discussion was held on security cameras with the matter being tabled. Discussion was held on the use of portable carports as permanent storage of vehicles. There was general consensus this is not allowed by ordinance.

An estimate from Lots and Lines for painting of streets and fire hydrants was reviewed. After discussion, a motion to approve moving forward with the painting was made by James Gartner, second by Eric Schmidt. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried. The cost of the painting is estimated to be $13,200.00.

Discussion was held on the condition of the west sidewalk at the Civic Center. A motion to approve repairing the sidewalk at an estimated cost of $1,300.00 was made by James Gartner, second by Shane Jahner. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.
A motion to accept a WSI grant of up to $10,000 to replace two office chairs and purchase a broom attachment or man-hole lift tool was made by Shane Jahner, second by Eric Schmidt. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.

The Preliminary Budget was reviewed. The budget included $100,000 for law enforcement and set an overall increase in wages of 3.65% with the increase being split equally among the full-time employees. The estimated property tax levy amount for all city funds including the library and airport is $231,864.00; an increase of $6,937.00 over last year.

A motion to approve the 2027 Preliminary Budget and set October 5, 2026 at 5:30 pm in the Community Center for a Public Hearing on the Budget was made by James Gartner, second by Randall Meidinger. Unanimous aye vote; motion carried.

The next City Council meeting will be held on Monday, September 8, 2026 at 5:00 pm.

The council was provided with the LIDC 5/13/2026 Meeting Minutes, LIDC Balance Sheet as of 5/31/26; Linton Municipal Airport Authority 6/3/26 Meeting Minutes.

A motion to adjourn was made by James Gartner. Meeting adjourned.