Human Relations Committee schedules May 8 transportation conversation, approves $250 Buddy Walk sponsorship

The Bismarck Human Relations Committee set a community conversation on transportation for May 8, confirmed five panelists and a communications plan that will include a news release and QR-code feedback option, and voted to sponsor the Buddy Walk at $250 during its monthly meeting.

The committee said the transportation event will begin with brief descriptions of Transit Bismarck services, include a panel of five people who use or coordinate transportation services, and then open to public comment. Caitlin (communications staff) said, "The goal would be to send it out, April 23," referring to a news release and social posts that will include a link and a QR code for residents to submit questions or comments in advance.

Why it matters: committee members said the May 8 conversation is intended both to gather public input for the Transportation Steering Committee and to surface barriers and solutions from riders and service providers. The discussion will inform the steering committee’s work on potential funding and service changes.

Key details

- Event: Community conversation on transportation - Date/time: May 8, 6 p.m.–8 p.m.; panelists and staff asked to arrive by 5:45 p.m. - Location: Basement meeting room where city commission meetings are held (downstairs in city building) - Panelists…