
Strong communities are built when residents, business leaders and elected officials come together to engage in meaningful dialogue. Beyond the Ballot is an opportunity to gather with a shared purpose: strengthening our region through civic engagement, informed participation and community connection.
Hosted by the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce, this interactive event brings together candidates and elected officials serving at the local and state levels for candid, face-to-face conversations with the people they represent. Rather than a traditional forum, attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with public servants, ask questions, share perspectives and discuss the issues shaping the future of our communities and region.
Confirmed Candidates:
Candidate Name | Position |
|---|---|
Jennifer Benson | ND State Representative |
Tom Berglind | Clay County Commission |
Lisa Borgen | Moorhead Mayor |
Cara Cody-Braun | ND State Representative |
Kyle Davison | ND State Senator |
Nyamal Dei | ND State Senator |
Evett Ellis | Moorhead City Council |
Charley Johnson | Moorhead City Council |
Jim Joy | MN State Representative |
Thaddeus Laugisch | MN State Representative |
Judy Lee | ND State Senator |
Dave Marquardt | Moorhead School Board |
Tim Mathern | ND State Senator |
Carrie McLeod | ND State Representative |
Brian Melton | Clay County Attorney |
Jenny Mongeau | Clay County Commission |
Heather Nesemeier | Moorhead City Council |
Chad Olson | Dilworth Mayor |
Christine O'Riley | ND State Senator |
Austin Peterson | MN State Senator |
Mike Rehder | Dilworth City Council |
Austen Schauer | ND State Representative |
Chris Snyder | Moorhead City Council |
Bjorn Solberg | MN State Senator |
Ronald Sorvaag | ND State Senator |
Scott Steffes | Clay County Commission |
Arlan Swenson | Moorhead City Council |
Scott Wagner | ND State Representative |
Del Rae Williams | Moorhead Mayor |
Disclaimer: Candidates are listed alphabetically by last name, regardless of the office they are seeking. The order of listing does not indicate preference, endorsement or support by The Chamber.
Free & open to the public - registration required
Doors open at 3:45 pm