The Fargo City Diversion Finance Committee convened on September 24, 2025, to discuss key financial decisions regarding ongoing construction projects and the upcoming budget. The meeting highlighted the approval of a low bid for construction work and the preliminary design for the Cheyenne River Mitigation Project.

The committee approved a contract with Comstock Construction, which submitted the lowest bid of $358,400 for a construction project. This bid was notably lower than the engineers' estimate, prompting thorough verification of the calculations to ensure accuracy. The committee expressed confidence in Comstock's capabilities, citing their previous experience with similar projects for Buffalo Red in Minnesota, which distinguished them from other bidders.

Additionally, the committee addressed a task order amendment for the Houston Moore Group, which involves a scope and fee increase for preliminary design work related to the Cheyenne River Mitigation Project. This amendment is part of a larger $53 million program budget change, reflecting increased design costs identified by the Corps of Engineers. However, the costs associated with this amendment have not yet been included in the 2026 cash budget due to pending approvals.

The committee also reviewed the draft cash budget for 2026, which is required to be presented before October 1. The initial version of the budget indicates a significant increase compared to previous years, prompting attention from committee members.

The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to approve the contracting actions and the preliminary design work, signaling progress on these important projects for the city.