Present Governor’s Residence

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – North Dakota Gov. Jack Dalrymple sees no need for a new governor’s mansion, but some lawmakers want to build one.
 
     The North Dakota House defeated a measure Wednesday that would have authorized the construction of a new governor’s residence on the state Capitol grounds, along with a so-called executive conference center. The measure authorized $3 million for the new dwelling and allowed another $3 million from “private donations or other sources.” 
 
     Dalrymple says the current residence is “perfectly adequate.” The home was completed in 1960 and is an example of prairie style architecture.
 
     A major renovation was completed in 2000.
 
     Lawmakers also defeated a measure in 2011 for new governor’s home.