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Committee adds West Fargo voting seat to Lake Agassiz Water Authority board
Summary
House Bill 1162 would change the Lake Agassiz Water Authority board to make West Fargo's mayor a full voting member. Proponents said the change reflects West Fargo's growth and regional ties to the Red River Valley Water Supply Project; the committee approved the bill 11‑0 (2 absent).
House Bill 1162 would amend the North Dakota Century Code provision governing the Lake Agassiz Water Authority (LAWA) board of directors to convert West Fargo's mayor from an associate (non‑voting) position to a full voting director. Representative Austin Shower (District 13, West Fargo) introduced the measure and said it reflects West Fargo's population growth and increasing stake in regional water decisions.
"House Bill 1162 seeks to recognize the remarkable growth of West Fargo and ensure its representation on the Lake Agassiz…
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