President Jeske recognized the induction of retired Bismarck Parks and Recreation District Executive Director Kevin Klipfel into the North Dakota Recreation & Park Association Hall of Fame on September 16. Kathy Feist, BPRD finance director, reviewed the proposed 2027 Operating Budget. The Board held its public hearing on the budget
The City of Bismarck and Bismarck Parks and Recreation District invite residents to complete an online survey to share feedback on indoor recreation and sports facility needs in Bismarck as part of its joint feasibility study. The online survey will close on September 30. Residents who received the survey by
On Monday, September 7, for Labor Day, all Bismarck Parks and Recreation District facilities will be open for regularly scheduled hours, except for the BPRD administrative office and World War Memorial Building.
Dave Nash shared an update on the Bismarck Marathon as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. The Board rejected the bids for the Custer Park Stage Replacement Project and authorized staff to rebid the project this fall. The Board accepted the bid from Strata Corporation for parking lot
The City of Bismarck and Bismarck Parks and Recreation District invite residents and stakeholders to attend a Community Open House on Wednesday, August 26, to provide feedback on an indoor recreation and sports facility feasibility study currently underway. Community members are welcome any time between 6:30-8:00pm at Bismarck Public Works,
Bismarck Parks and Recreation District’s outdoor pool season is ending over the next few weeks as its college and high school workforce heads back to school and begins practice for fall activities. The last day for outdoor pools is as follows: Friday, August 7 – Wachter Aquatic Complex Sunday, August
Board Reorganizes, Elects Jeske President and Gilbertson Vice President Newly elected board members Michael Gilbertson, Russ Hanson, and Julie Jeske were sworn into office by legal counsel. Jeske was elected president, and Gilbertson was elected vice president. Commissioners were assigned to management team portfolios. Brian Nelson shared an update on
Bismarck Parks and Recreation District facilities will be open as listed for the Fourth of July. Friday, July 3 The Administrative Office is closed, while all other facilities are normal operating hours. Saturday, July 4 BSC Aquatic & Wellness Center – Closed Capital Racquet & Fitness Center – Closed Elks
Judi Swanberg and Jennifer DeForest shared an update on Riverwood Women’s Golf Association as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. BPRD Recreation Manager RaNae Jochim shared information about the upcoming July Celebration in honor of National Park and Recreation Month. 2026 marks the 40th year BPRD has hosted
The 3rd Annual Bismarck Recreation Council Golf Scramble at Riverwood Golf Course on June 16 was a huge success thanks to our sponsors, teams, and silent auction donors. We greatly appreciate the strong commitment to the BRC Endowment Fund, a permanent legacy that supports Bismarck Parks and Recreation District recreational
A Final Note from Retiring Executive Director Kevin Klipfel As I reflect on my time serving as executive director of Bismarck Parks and Recreation District, along with a 34-year career in public parks and recreation, I am filled with deep gratitude for this incredible community. Parks and recreation is about
Liliana Norby shared an update on Theo Art School as a BPRD featured partner. The Board also heard from Gavin McCollam about another featured partner, Sleepy Hollow Theatre & Arts Park. The Board authorized staff in partnership with the Bismarck Recreation Council to work with the Lions District 5NW Cabinet