The Fargo City Commission convened a special meeting on July 25, 2025, primarily to discuss critical economic development matters in a closed executive session. The session was initiated with a roll call confirming the presence of all commissioners, including Cole Pack, Pepcorn, Strand, Turnberg, and Mahoney.

The main focus of the executive session was to review sensitive economic development records and to strategize on negotiation tactics concerning potential contracts. This discussion was deemed necessary to protect the city's bargaining position and to evaluate legal risks associated with ongoing negotiations. The commissioners unanimously agreed to move into the executive session, citing North Dakota law that allows for such discussions to avoid negative fiscal impacts on the city.

The meeting concluded shortly after the motion to enter the executive session was passed, highlighting the urgency and importance of the topics at hand. The outcomes of these discussions are expected to shape Fargo's economic landscape moving forward, although specific details remain confidential until further notice.