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Would YOU like to create a moveable interactive art piece?

Proposals are due by Friday, September 4 at 10:00am.

The City of Moorhead is issuing a Call for Public Art to seek proposals for an inspirational and movable art piece to be located at different locations throughout Moorhead. Interactive elements are desired and encouraged for the piece. Examples of interactive elements include kinetic sculptures, digital installations, and tactile elements. The City invites artists to envision a piece that will engage the community through interactive elements in an innovative way.

A strong proposal will envision an art piece that: 

·         Has interactive elements that invite public participation; and

·         Promotes creativity and youth engagement; and

·         Is safe for all members of the public to interact with; and

·         Is durable and can be outside during various weather conditions; and

·         Entices people to gather.

Project submissions will be reviewed and ranked by the Artist Review Team (A.R.T.). Their recommendation will then be forwarded to the Art and Culture Commission, where they will provide a recommendation to City Council, who will make the final determination. 

Please review full details for the Request for Art and email any questions to art@moorheadmn.gov.

If this interests you, please submit your proposal by 10:00am on Friday, September 4, 2026. We hope to hear from you!

As construction gets underway on Center Ave, local businesses are teaming up to support one another through Tour De Cones, a rotating series of weekly specials and activities. Each featured business will offer deals or host activities during its spotlight week, helping keep the corridor vibrant during construction.

Featured Tour De Cones weeks:

• July 6-11: Words to Live By
• July 13-18: Starbird Lounge
• July 20-25: Historic Moorhead Dairy Queen
• July 27-August 1: Absolute Style Boutique
• August 3-8: Swing Barrel Brewing Co.
• August 10-15: Napa Auto Parts
• August 17-22: Swing Barrel, Armory Annex, Armory Event Center & Urban Foods Catering
• August 24-29: Mick’s Office
• TBD: Celebratory Block Party

Follow these businesses on social media for details on their deals and activities!

About the project: The Center Ave project will include removing and replacing pavement, curb and gutter, and sidewalks. To help accelerate construction, Center Ave will be closed for the duration of the project. Access to nearby businesses will remain available through adjacent parking areas. Construction is anticipated to take up to 90 days, and the contract includes early‑completion incentives for opening portions of the roadway ahead of schedule.

The City is coordinating regular meetings with business and property owners along the corridor to share updates.

This project is funded by State and local dollars, and no special assessments will be applied.

The City of Moorhead is studying the 11 St and 14 St corridors, which currently operate as a one-way street pair between Main Ave and 12 Ave S.

Take the survey and provide feedback on the potential conversion of both corridors to two-way streets by July 31.

https://www.moorheadmn.gov/11and14StCorridorStudy 

If you have tree damage and are wondering what to do, here are some helpful tips as you assess some of the damage.

Boulevard or Park Tree Damage

Residents that notice damage to a City tree (boulevard tree or in parks) should report it to Forestry by calling 218.299.5422 Option 4.

Branches and Private Tree Damage

Residents that experience damage to private trees can utilize the brush pickup program for smaller branches. Branches will be picked up on their recycling day. Branches are limited to 8 inches in diameter and a pile size of 4’x8’x12’.

Residents that have larger damage can haul and dispose of branches and wood debris at the Compost Site. 

• 1800 Hwy 75 N (Just north of Centennial Park Baseball Fields on Hwy 75)
• Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:15 pm
• Saturday 8:00 am to 11:45 am

Residents that have damage to a private tree but are unable to remove the tree themselves should seek a licensed contractor to perform the work. 

Join the City of Moorhead at the Romkey Park Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening Celebration on Monday, June 29 at noon.

This event marks the official opening of the revitalized park, featuring a wide range of new amenities including the Municipal Pool, created to enhance the experience for families and visitors throughout the community.

The ceremony will include brief remarks, a ribbon cutting, and the unveiling of new features across the park and pool area.

Following the ceremony, guests are welcome to enjoy free food, activities, and family friendly entertainment, as well as complimentary pool admission from 12:30–1:30 pm in recognition of this special occasion!

Important service impacts:

• City of Moorhead offices will be closed for Independence Day on Friday, July 3.
• Garbage/Recycling: Friday (July 3) garbage and recycling routes will be collected on Thursday. All routes on Monday – Thursday will be collected on their regularly scheduled day. Please be aware the shift in route schedules may cause early or delayed collection this week; set your trash out by 4:00 am to ensure it is collected.
• MATBUS: MATBUS and MAT Paratransit service will have normal operations on Friday, July 3. There will be no services on Saturday, July 4. The Ground Transportation Center will be closed on Saturday, July 3.

Congratulations to the First Congregational United Church of Christ (UCC) team! On Monday, June 22, the Moorhead City Council and Mayor Shelly Carlson honored them with the MoorHeart award.

The MoorHeart selection committee chose to recognize UCC for their efforts to provide services and make connections with the homeless community in Moorhead. These efforts include donating food from their community garden, working with service providers in the community and providing compassion through their fellowship. Through these efforts, the UCC stands out as a beacon of hope throughout Moorhead.

CAPLP Homeless Outreach wrote in the nomination: “They are a small but mighty crew showing everyone around them that we can all lend a hand to our neighbors in need.”

The City of Moorhead thanks the First Congregational United Church of Christ for their dedication to making sure all residents have caring support. Their dedication to improving the lives of those in need makes Moorhead a better place. Thank you, First Congregational United Church of Christ!

The Pedestrian Bridge at Gooseberry Mound Park in Moorhead that connects to Lindenwood Park in Fargo will be closed through Thursday, June 11 for maintenance. Please use alternative routes during this time.

Gooseberry Mound Park is located at 100 22 Ave S, Moorhead.