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West Fargo approves $275,000 forgivable loan to keep Sign Badgers in city

West Fargo City Commission · September 23, 2025
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The commission approved a $275,000 forgivable loan over five years from economic development sales tax to help Sign Badgers fit out a West Fargo facility; the vote was 4–1 after commissioners questioned clawbacks and job‑retention benchmarks.

The West Fargo City Commission voted Sept. 22 to approve a $275,000 forgivable loan to Sign Badgers to subsidize tenant fit‑out at a proposed West Fargo location.

Economic Development Director Casey Sanders Bergman told commissioners the business was founded in West Fargo, employs about 12 people and generates roughly $12,000–$15,000 in annual sales‑tax revenue. The request —…

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