Category: County News

Important dates for 2021 4th of July at Blacktail Dam

Planning on camping at Blacktail Dam for 4th of July weekend? Here’s what you need to know: All campers (excluding seasonal) must vacate their campsite by 5 pm on Sunday, June 20th Check-in for 4th of July holiday camping will begin on June 21 at 9 am. Campers are limited to a 14 night stay … Continued

Williams County receives CUP amendment applications relating to TENORM disposal

The Williams County Planning and Zoning Division has recently received two applications related to the disposal of Technologically Enhanced Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (TENORM). WISCO, Inc and Secure Energy Services USA, LLC have each submitted an application to amend their existing Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for their Special Waste Landfills in operation. The amendment would … Continued

Williams County Sheriff’s Office announces participation in NDTip

In partnership with the North Dakota Department of Human Services and the North Dakota Sheriff’s and Deputies Association, the Williams County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce its participation in a new anonymous tip system to connect citizens with law enforcement. Read the full press release here or visit the Sheriff’s Office NDTip webpage.

Williams County Announces Behavioral Health Grant Awards

The Williams County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is pleased to make available a total of $1 million dollars in one-time grants for the purposes of adding, enhancing, and increasing behavioral health services in Williams County. The grant program is funded by the County’s net proceeds from the 1% Public Safety Sales Tax. In response … Continued

Williams County Commission Meetings Now Available via Live Stream

Beginning Tuesday, April 6, 2021, Williams County Board of County Commission meetings will be available via live stream using the iCompass Meetings Portal. Citizens may directly connect to the live stream or visit the Calendar for additional meeting information.

Lottery Form for Blacktail Dam 2021 Seasonal Campsites Released

This year, ten seasonal campsites are available at Blacktail Dam. The season will last from May 1st through September 30th and each site costs $1,750. Only RVs and campers are permitted to apply for the seasonal sites. Lottery entries must be deposited into the drop box located behind the Williams County Administration Building (206 E … Continued

Williams County Park Board will offer seasonal campsites for summer 2021

Ten sites at the Blacktail Dam campsite will be selected for long-term camping from May 1st through September 30th at a cost of $1,750 per site. Sites will be selected by Williams County Parks Director Jeremy Ludlum and will be available through a lottery system, which will open on March 29, 2021. Seasonal camping offers … Continued

2021 Fire Emergency and Automatic Burn Ban Approved

During the Tuesday, March 2, 2021, regular Williams County Commission Meeting, the 2021 Fire Emergency and Automatic Burn Ban for Williams County was approved. Any individual who willfully violates the Burn Ban is guilty of a Class B Misdemeanor (NDCC 37-17.1.10.1: Maximum sentence of 30 days in jail and a $1,500 fine). The Fire Emergency … Continued

Williams County releases application for Behavioral Health Grants

During the March 2, 2021, regular meeting of the Williams County Board of County Commissioners, a resolution was adopted enabling funds from the County’s net proceeds of the 1% Public Safety Sales Tax to be used for supporting behavioral health. Commissioners are making $1 million available in grant funding to behavioral health providers and organizations … Continued

Williston DMV to open late on Thursday, Jan 21st

The Williston DMV will open at 11:30 am on Thursday, January 21st, so that staff may attend training in the morning. Appointments for DMV services can be made online. Vehicle registrations can be completed using the kiosk at the Williston CashWise. Please call the DMV directly at 701-713-3410 or complete this online form to request … Continued

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