Get the date on your calendar! The annual meeting of the Western Dakota Energy Association will be held:

October 12-13
Rough Rider Center
Watford City, ND

The meeting will feature presentations on the current and forecast state of North Dakota oil production, an update on pipeline takeaway capacity and efforts to develop new uses for natural gas, a discussion of electric reliability concerns, updates regarding LoadPass Permit and Wise Roads, a report on development of the Bakken Area Skills Center, a preview of the 2022 General Election, and a report on interim legislative activity.

The meeting concludes with election of the WDEA Executive Committee. Board members up for election who are eligible to serve an additional three-year term include Stanley City Councilman Zach Gaaskjolen and Alexander Superintendent Leslie Bieber. WDEA members will also choose a new county representative to the Executive Committee to replace Daryl Dukart, who is not seeking re-election to the Dunn County Commission. There is also currently a vacant board position to be filled by an education representative from the oil-producing counties.

Sponsorships and exhibit space are also available. Click here for sponsor/exhibit opportunities.