Dardis Will Not Seek Another Term as West Fargo Mayor, Former Commissioner Enters Race

Dardis will not seek another term as West Fargo mayor, former commissioner enters race

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR-KFGO) – West Fargo Mayor Bernie Dardis will not run for a third, four-year term. Dardis was first elected in 2018 when he defeated long time Mayor Rich Mattern. Dardis is a former business owner and has also worked as a consultant. His announcement prompted former City Commissioner Eric Gjerdevig to get into the race. He served one term on the commission, but decided not to run again in 2022. Gjerdevig the first to announc…

West Fargo Mayor Bernie Dardis won’t seek reelection

WEST FARGO — As West Fargo Mayor Bernie Dardis revealed he will not seek reelection, a new candidate announced plans to replace the outgoing mayor. Dardis, a retired business owner and consultant, told The Forum on Wednesday, Feb. 18, that he will not launch another mayoral campaign. He has held the seat since 2018. "It has been a great honor and privilege to serve the city of West Fargo as commissioner and mayor," Dardis said. The news came as …

Gjerdevig announces run for West Fargo mayor

WEST FARGO, N.D. — A familiar face is running for the position of mayor in West Fargo. Former City Commissioner Eric Gjerdevig announced today his run to lead the city. “I did a thing this morning – something I’ve been thinking about for a long time,” he posted on Facebook. “I chose not to run for re-election in 2022, but public service has always remained an important part of who I am. With that in mind, I’ve decided to run for West Fargo Mayor…