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County weighs switching to in-person defensive-driving training after online course proved lengthy
Summary
Staff proposed using the North Dakota Safety Council for an on-site four-hour defensive-driving course for 2026 (estimated $1,500/day), after previous online training exceeded the advertised four-hour duration and caused staff difficulty completing it remotely.
County staff told commissioners that the last online defensive-driving course took far longer than advertised and was difficult for employees to complete, prompting staff to propose bringing an on-site trainer for 2026.
The presenter said the prior course "was supposed to be a 4 hour online situation. It was not," and described significant time costs and frustration for employees. Staff proposed hiring the North Dakota Safety Council to provide two on-site four-hour sessions in a day (morning and afternoon), which would cost roughly $1,500 for the day plus per-person materials. The presenter said she was exploring a partnership with the City of Kildeer to split the trainer cost.
Commissioners discussed scheduling contingencies for snowstorms and noted that insurance discounts or rebates tied to the training might offset some cost. No formal motion was taken; staff will obtain quotes and return with options for the board to consider and to align logistics with payroll/attendance needs.
