West Fargo commission roundup: benefits broker, projects, contracts and appointments approved

The West Fargo City Commission approved a series of contracts, project authorizations and appointments at its May 19 meeting, including a new benefits broker agreement, multiple public-works project actions, authorization to pursue an HR and payroll contract with the West Fargo Park District, the appointment of a new city engineer and the first reading of an ordinance limiting habitation of storage lockers.

Benefits broker: The commission approved a benefits broker contract to engage Marsh McLennan Agency to act as the city's broker to begin negotiations and searches for health, vision and dental plans. Human Resources Director Sarah Goshevik presented the result of an RFP process (five responses from nine solicitations), said the recommended broker met the city's preference for a local presence and said the new broker would begin work June 1. Commissioner Zundell moved approval; Commissioner Olsen seconded and the motion carried.

Park District HR and payroll services: Staff sought…