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The City of Moorhead Assessing Division will be reviewing residential properties in your neighborhood in the coming weeks.

Neighborhoods included:  Country Club East Addition, Country Club South Addition, Country Club Townhomes, Florence Van Raden Addition, Hillside Subdivision, and McCann’s Est Townhomes.

You may see a clearly identified City assessor taking photos of the outside of your home and checking exterior measurements. Please let others in your household know.

These reviews help us make sure your property value is current and accurate, as required by the State of Minnesota. An interior inspection helps us confirm the most accurate information.

Property information can be viewed at www.moorheadproperty.org.

If you prefer not to schedule an in‑person visit, you may scan the QR code on the right and complete a short questionnaire instead.

If you would rather call to schedule an appointment or confirm interior information, please contact the Assessor’s Office at 218‑299‑5310. We’re happy to answer any questions—thank you!

The City of Moorhead has prepared a draft version of the 2026 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The priorities established within the draft plan result from citizen participation in the development of the 2025- 2029 5-Year Plan and an April 20, 2026, community meeting. Communication tools included consultations with area agencies identifying assets and needs and analysis of Census and other statistical data.

2026 Action Plan Draft

Amendment to the 5 Year Consolidate Plan (2025-2029)

On April 24, 2026, at approximately 11:55 p.m., officers were dispatched to a report that an adult male had been struck by a vehicle. Emergency responders located the victim, who was transported to a local hospital and remains in critical condition.

During the initial investigation, officers learned that the caller knew both the suspect and the victim, and the incident was not random. Officers identified the suspected driver as 40‑year‑old Roel Rivera of Moorhead. Rivera was located, arrested, and taken into custody without incident. He is currently being held at the Clay County Correctional Facility on charges of Attempted Second‑Degree Murder and Felony First‑ and Second‑Degree Assault.

This incident remains under active investigation. No additional details are available at this time.

Planning Commission 5/4/2026 at 5:30 PM 

On Monday, April 27, weather permitting, the Minnesota Department of Transportation will begin a project to resurface Hwy 75 S of Moorhead between 46 Ave and the County Road 12/60 Ave roundabout.

Work will take place under traffic and a detour will not be required. Motorists, however, should expect to encounter daily lane closures, flagging operations and pilot car. Drivers are asked to slow down in the work zone, obey traffic control, and be alert for workers and equipment.

The project is expected to be complete by mid-June. Work includes resurfacing, replacing entrance culverts, ditch cleaning and minor sidewalk upgrades near 50 Ave. Construction activities are weather dependent and subject to change.

For more information, visit the MnDOT project website.

On April 17, 2026, at approximately 2:41 am, the Moorhead Police Department responded to a report of gunshots in the 1100 block of 3 St S. Officers were unable to verify the initial report and found no damage or victims. 

At around 4:45 am, the Red River Regional Dispatch Center received additional calls of gunfire in the same area. Officers returned to investigate. Shortly after 5 am, a resident reported that a possible suspect had entered a home in the 1100 block of 3 St S. As officers approached the residence, they located a discarded rifle near the front of the property. The firearm was secured, and officers made phone contact with a person inside. 

Officers attempted to safely resolve the situation with the suspect, later identified as 28-year-old Malachi Shabaiash of Moorhead. Those efforts were unsuccessful and Shabaiash fled the residence on foot, armed with what appeared to be a rifle. Officers immediately established a perimeter, and a shelter-in-place alert was issued to nearby residents.

A coordinated search was conducted, with assistance from a Clay County Sheriff’s Office K9 team and the Moorhead Fire Department who deployed a drone. The drone assisted in locating Shabaiash, who was hiding in a backyard and was still in possession of a rifle. The K9 team was utilized to take them into custody. 

Shabaiash was transported to a local hospital for treatment of injuries sustained from the K9 apprehension and later booked into the Clay County Jail. Shabaiash is being held pending longform complaint charges from the Clay County Attorney’s Office.

After Shabaiash was safely detained, a second alert was issued lifting the shelter-in-place.

Following Shabaiash’s arrest, investigators received additional information; a victim came forward and reported that earlier in the morning, Shabaiash fired at them as they drove away in a vehicle. The vehicle appears to have been struck several times and has been towed for processing and evidence collection. The victim and Shabaiash are known to one another. 

This incident unfolded rapidly, and the Moorhead Police Department is grateful for a safe resolution; there is no ongoing threat to the public. 

Moorhead Police Department is asking that if residents discover property damage consistent with this incident or have any video that capture shots fired, to contact Red River Regional Dispatch Center and request to speak with a Moorhead Police Department supervisor.

The Moorhead Police Department would like to thank the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, Minnesota State Patrol, and Moorhead Fire Department for their assistance.

Golfers can take advantage of driving ranges at Village Green and the Meadows starting at 9am on Wednesday, April 15. The Village Green course is open for walking only. The Meadows course will be open for walking only on Wednesday, April 15 at 12pm. Tee-times will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Hours and course conditions are weather-dependent and evaluated daily. Call ahead for current hours and additional information (218.299.PUTT).

Before your first round, purchase your season pass online. Visit moorheadgolf.activityreg.com and get ready to hit the greens. All passes are now digital and require a photo to be uploaded for each pass holder. A QR code will be emailed to you after purchase, to scan to enter the facility.

Congratulations to Joey Schmit and Pete Karl! On Monday, April 13, the Moorhead City Council and Mayor Shelly Carlson presented them with the MoorHeart award.

Back in 2023, the Recreation Department began connecting with local disc golf enthusiasts about improving the course. Joey Schmit quickly emerged as a standout volunteer, and what started as a discussion about small repairs soon grew into a full redesign.

With support from the Park Advisory Board in 2024, course designer Pete Karl joined the project. Over the next year, Joey and Pete partnered with Recreation and Public Works staff to finalize a brand-new layout. Renovation work kicked off in September 2025.

Today, the course features an updated 18‑hole design with alternate basket placements, new tee pads and baskets, refreshed signage, and enhanced landscaping.

This free community amenity continues to draw families, college students, and disc golf fans from across the metro—and we’re excited for everyone to enjoy the improved experience!