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Fargo moves to preserve state funding for Red River Valley water project as Grand Forks hesitates
Summary
City officials say Fargo will proceed with previously approved financing for the Red River Valley Water Supply Project despite Grand Forks’ temporary objections over governance, arguing delaying could forfeit roughly $150 million in state funds and jeopardize future federal grants.
Fargo officials told the City Commission that Fargo intends to move forward with its committed local share of the Red River Valley Water Supply Project even though Grand Forks has temporarily paused its participation over governance concerns.
Ian provided the update, saying Fargo’s approved series‑F contribution is about $50–51 million paid through water rates. Staff described a 25% local cost share: for roughly each dollar Fargo contributes, the state will provide about three dollars. Staff said that leverage yields roughly $150–153 million in state funding…
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