In 1999, the North Dakota Legislative Assembly approved the Renaissance Zone Act to provide tax incentives to encourage investment in downtown or other blighted properties. Existing and new owners of commercial and residential properties within an established 23 block area in the City of Bowman (see map below) may be eligible to receive property and state income tax incentives with a qualifying investment in a building purchase, new construction or rehabilitation.

To be used for the purpose of furthering partnerships, businesses and projects that will positively impact its geographic region – the counties of Adams, Billings, Bowman, Dunn, Golden Valley, Hettinger, Slope, and Stark.

To provide monetary assistance to our hospitality industry in creating or updating a business website to include specific items to aid in ease for visitors.

The Commercial Signage Grant Program provides grants to businesses or property owners to enhance their store fronts with the addition or improvement of commercial signage.

In order to increase the visitor experience and attractiveness of Bowman County’s Main Streets, this grant match program incentivizes downtown businesses to add seating and curb appeal.

Eligibility: Any licensed childcare provider Maximum of $100,000 or availability of funds 2.5% fixed rate Terms: Working capital 1-3 years, Equipment 3-5 years, Real estate 7-10 years No minimum equity requirement Requires personal/corporate guarantees Cost and fees are negotiable No job requirement"

New childcare startups and existing remodels that directly increase capacity are eligible for a 2:1 match not to exceed $10,000 in matching funds.

New and existing licensed childcare centers are eligible for an annual reimbursement up to $20,000/year.

The Sign-On Bonus Program exists for current Bowman County businesses interested in offering sign-on bonuses. Businesses can apply for up to $2,500 to award up to five bonuses of $500 maximum per employee.

The Career Advancement Program exists for current Bowman County businesses interested in promoting growth and development in their current workforce to fill a special need or function. Businesses can apply for up to $5,000 to assist an employee in continuing education.

The Workforce Tuition Reimbursement Program exists to assist local businesses in workforce recruitment by providing employers the ability to help pay off student loan debt for new hires up to $5,000.

The Workforce Relocation Reimbursement Program exists to help local businesses provide additional benefits to new hires by reimbursing up to $5,000 in moving expenses.