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June 9th Primary Election

Contact the Auditor's Office at 701-577-4547 to receive your June 9th Primary election ballot. Drop completed ballots in the secure drop by located behind the County Administration Building (206 E Broadway, Williston) by 4pm on June 9th, or send via US Postal Service with a June 8th or earlier postmark.

Coronavirus Updates and Information

Williams County buildings are closed to the public until further notice, but employees are still working to serve citizens via phone and email.

Access information about the Coronavirus and updates from Williams County by clicking the button below.

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2020 Burn Ban

Effective April 15, 2020, a burn ban is in effect for Williams County when the Fire Danger Index (Rating) is HIGH, VERY HIGH, or EXTREME, and/or a Red Flag Warning has been issued. A red bar will scroll across the top of the screen if the burn ban is in effect. For more information, please click the link below.

Burn Ban Information

The 2020 Census is here!

A complete and accurate Census is count is crucial for determining the distribution of federal dollars, community planning, and drawing legislative boundaries. Help make sure Williams County gets a complete count!

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Open Board & Commission Seats

Williams County currently has seats open on Boards and Commissions. Click the button below for more information and an online application.

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County Home Rule Charter

The Williams County Board of Commissioners is seeking voter approval for proposed changes to the Williams County Home Rule charter during the June 2020 election. Follow the link below to see the updated Charter.

Home Rule Charter

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Round Prairie Township Meeting

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Missouri Ridge Township Meeting

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Williams County, located in northwestern North Dakota, was officially organized on December 8, 1891; its boundaries have remained unchanged since 1910. The government is comprised of a Board of County Commissioners, four offices lead by elected officials, and 19 departments. Several appointed boards and commissions are also part of Williams County’s decision-making process. Williams County is home to more than 35,000 people and one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. Oil and agriculture are the two key sectors of the County’s economy.