NDLC's 'If I Were Mayor' Essay Contest Entries due March 13

Each spring, the North Dakota League of Cities sponsors a statewide If I Were Mayor essay contest for third and seventh grade students. The contest encourages young people to think about public service and future community leadership. Essays must address why the student feels their community is great and what they would do to improve their city if they were mayor.

If I Were Mayor essay contest winners will be announced in conjunction with City Government Week in April, will receive a $150 prize and have their essays featured in the League’s publication, CITYScan. 

For specifics about the rules and process for submitting essays, visit ndlc.org/essay or contact Jennifer at 701-223-3518 or jennifer@ndlc.org. 

Mandan to recognize one winner from each grade. Separate from the NDLC’s contest, City staff will receive all Mandan entries and have judges select a winner from both third and seventh grade entries. Local contest winners will be invited to a Mandan City Commission meeting and their class will receive a visit with the mayor and donuts!