Higher Ed Board requests VCSU flood repair dollars

FARGO, N.D. (AP) – A state Board of Higher Education committee is recommending that the North Dakota University System ask the Legislature for more than $5 million to help with flood control and repair projects at Minot State and Valley City State.

The money would come from a separate bill meant to cover costs typically associated with catastrophic events or infrastructure emergencies. The request must be submitted to state Office of Management and Budget by Oct. 3.

Valley City State is asking for $3.3 million to help with a flood control plan that would include a permanent dike and floodwall. The bulk of the construction should begin next spring.

Minot State is requesting $1.8 million to cover costs that were not covered by the federal government for flood events in 2010 and 2011.