The Fargo City Metro Flood Diversion Authority convened on September 25, 2025, to discuss ongoing project developments and updates. The meeting, led by Chair Gunburg, emphasized transparency and collaboration among stakeholders involved in the flood diversion project.

The session began with a report from the Technical Dispute Review Board (TDRB), which held its quarterly meeting earlier that week. The board reviewed the project's leadership and entity charts to enhance their understanding of the project, preparing them for any potential disputes. It was noted that future meetings would be held virtually to reduce costs, a decision made jointly by the authority and the developer.

Following this, updates on the settlement agreement implementation were provided. Informal staff teams have been working to resolve day-to-day construction issues, and all non-compliance points have reportedly been closed out, marking a significant milestone in the settlement process. The authority is also finalizing the amended project agreement and technical requirements, which are expected to be presented for formal approval at the upcoming October meeting.

Terry Lam then provided a progress update on the diversion inlet and the Lehi Wild Rice projects, indicating that both are nearing completion with only minor punch list items remaining. Additionally, training for sponsor personnel at the Wild Rice site is still pending scheduling.

The meeting concluded with an open floor for questions, reinforcing the authority's commitment to transparency and stakeholder engagement as they move forward with the flood diversion initiative.