• Minutes of the Minnehaha County Commissioners for Feb. 4, 2025
• Minutes of the City Council of Garretson for Feb. 3, 2025
• ORDINANCE NO. 712
• ORDINANCE NO. 713
• RESOLUTION #2025-3
• Notice to Bidders: MC25-02 Southeast SD County Striping Project
• NOTICE OF HEARING
• NOTICE OF HEARING
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• Notice of Hearing: for Adult Name Change 49CIV 25-000207
• Minutes of the Town of Sherman for February 4, 2025, 2025
• NOTICE OF MEETING OF LOCAL EQUALIZATION BOARD SDCL10-11-13

Minutes of the Minnehaha County Commissioners for Feb. 4, 2025

THE MINNEHAHA COUNTY COMMISSION CONVENED AT 9:00 AM on February 4, 2025, pursuant to adjournment on January 28, 2025. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT WERE: Beninga, Bleyenberg, Heisey, Karsky, and Kippley. Also present were Kym Christiansen, Commission Recorder, and Eric Bogue, Chief Civil Deputy State's Attorney.
    Chair Karsky called the meeting to order.

MOTION by Bleyenberg, seconded by Beninga, to Approve the Agenda. 5 ayes

CONSENT AGENDA

MOTION by Heisey, seconded by Kippley, to Approve the Consent Agenda. By roll call vote: 5 ayes. The consent agenda includes the following items:

Commission Meeting Minutes for January 28, 2025

Bills to be Paid $1,266,583.95

100 S PRAIRIE AVE Welfare Rent $1000, A TO Z WORLD LANGUAG Interpreters $500, A&B BUSINESS SOLUT Lease-Rental Agreement $261.8, A&B BUSINESS SOLUT Maintenance Contracts $25.58, ACTIVE DATA SYSTEMS Records Storage $2000, AIRGAS USA LLC Small Tools & Shop Supplies $32.42, AIRWAY SERVICE INC Automotive/Small Equipment $407.76, AIRWAY SERVICE INC Gas Oil & Diesel $262.18, ANDERSON, JENNIFER Bd Evaluations (Minnehaha) $1934.14, APPEARA Program Activities $118.71, AUGUSTANA Contract Services $13265, AUTOMATIC SECURITY C Professional Services $960, BANGS,MCCULLEN,BUTLE Attorney Fees $1155.75, BRAUN, MASON Investigators Expenses $103.18, BULLIS, MATTHEW Investigators Expenses $72.36, CAMRYN VAN LINGEN Store Inventory $30, CENTURY BUSINESS PRO Maintenance Contracts $271.21, CHAPEL HILL FUNERAL Burials $2500, CHARMTEX INC Child Care Items $124.9, CHILDRENS HOME SOCIE Miscellaneous Expense $5791.89, CINTAS CORPORATION Janitorial Chemical Supplies $182.64, CINTAS CORPORATION Uniform Allowance $47.59, CNC FOOD FACTORY LLC MacArthur SJC Grant $255.55, COMPASS CENTER Miscellaneous Expense $2895.95, COOMES, SUE Bd Exp Fees (Minnehaha) $224, CORRECTIONAL MEDICAL Contract Services $366906.67, COVERTTRACK GROUP IN HIDTA Grant $600, CYNTOM PROPERTIES AN Welfare Rent $800, DAKOTA EMBALMING & T Transportation $4425, DAKOTA FLUID POWER I Automotive/Small Equipment $280.82, DAKOTA FLUID POWER I Parts Inventory $82.91, DAKOTA RIGGERS & TOO Truck Repairs & Maintenance $100, DECASTRO LAW OFFICE Attorney Fees $2636.5, DENHERDER LAW OFFICE Attorney Fees $103.23, EAST RIVER PSYCHOLOG Psych Evals $2500, EAST VILLAGE Welfare Rent $700, EICH LAW OFFICE LLC Attorney Fees $575, FAMILY VISITATION CE Miscellaneous Expense $5791.89, FOX, DANIEL Bd Exp Fees (Yankton) $269.16, GARRETSON COMMUNITY Transportation $460, GLOBAL TEL LINK (GT Telephone $2.76, GOLDEN WEST Telephone $69.95, GP PSYCHIARTY CONSUL Psych Evals $3000, GRAINGER Heavy Equip Repairs & Maint $121.74, GRANT SQUARE Welfare Rent $2000, GRIESE LAW FIRM Attorney Fees $528.5, GRIESE LAW FIRM Child Defense Attorney $835, GUZMAN, SANDRA V Interpreters $90, HAAKON COUNTY Board of Prisoners-Housing $497, HERITAGE FUNERAL HOM Burials $4500, HILLVIEW APARTMENTS Welfare Rent $320, HUB INTERNATIONAL GR Hazard Insurance (Bldgs) $450559, IMPERIAL SUPPLIES HO Parts Inventory $59.52, IMPERIAL SUPPLIES HO Small Tools & Shop Supplies $174.66, INNOVATIVE OFFICE SO Office Supplies $50.67, INTERSTATE OFFICE PR Office Supplies $381.99, KARPEL COMPUTER SYST Software $67475, KATTERHAGEN, MARK Bd Exp Fees (Yankton) $64, KAYCEE SINA Taxable Meal Allowances $18, KURT SMIT Miscellaneous Expense $119.96, LACEY RENTALS INC Lease-Rental Agreement $140, LARSON, VALERIE Bd Exp Fees (Yankton) $64, LEWNO LAW OFFICE Bd Exp Fees (Yankton) $275.25, LIFT PRO EQUIPMENT Kitchen/Cleaning Supplies $960.01, LILLA, CHRIS Taxable Meal Allowances $87.03, LISA CARLSON REPORTI Court Reporters $89.1, LOPEZ, REBECA Interpreters $215, LOVING, PHILIP Bd Evaluations (Minnehaha) $4555.89, LUTHERAN SOCIAL SVCS Evening Report Center $1536.32, LUTHERAN SOCIAL SVCS Shelter Care/Reception Center $81913.33, MARSH & MCLENNAN LLC Notary Exp $100, MICROFILM IMAGING SY Contract Services $6319.13, MIDAMERICAN ENERGY C Natural Gas $6281.37, MIDSTATES UNIFORM & Miscellaneous Expense $284.75, MIDSTATES UNIFORM & Uniform Allowance $213.48, NAPA AUTO PARTS Automotive/Small Equipment $35.94, NICHOLSON LAW Child Defense Attorney $920, OLSON LAW FIRM PLLC Child Defense Attorney $7040.16, OREILLY AUTOMOTIVE S Automotive/Small Equipment $18.64, PALLUCK, ETHAN Taxable Meal Allowances $18, PAYTON, ARISTARCHUS Business Travel $164.15, PFEIFER IMPLEMENT CO Heavy Equip Repairs & Maint $928.15, PRECISE MRM LLC Software $360, PRECISION KIOSK TECH Testing Supplies $4500, PRICE, THOMAS L Psych Evals $2400, QUALIFIED PRESORT SE Postage $67.95, RANSA COMPANIES LLC Welfare Rent $815, RIVER VALLEY FORENSI Expert Witness Fees & Expenses $100, SAFE HOME LTD PTNRSH Rent Subsidies $7096, SALEM, KARLA R Bd Evaluations (Minnehaha) $7645, SAMS CLUB - MEMBERSH Child Care Items $80.88, SAMS CLUB - MEMBERSH Other Supplies $83.42, SAMS CLUB - MEMBERSH Professional Services $49.84, SAMS CLUB - MEMBERSH School Lunch Program $116.29, SAMS CLUB - MEMBERSH Supplemental Food $5.68, SANFORD CLINIC Lab Costs $1111, SCILAWFORENSICS LTD Professional Services $2100, SD HUMAN SERVICES CE Record Requests $12.2, SIOUX FALLS CITY Professional Services $275.66, SIOUX FALLS CITY Water - Sewer $70.91, SIOUX FALLS CITY Welfare Utilities $390.29, SIOUX FALLS RUBBER S Office Supplies $14.5, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Amts Held-Daily Scram $3636, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Amts Held-Remote Breath $900, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Contract Services $53500, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Extension Background Checks $50, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Miscellaneous Expense $15, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Notary Exp $60, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Printing/Forms $595.8, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Road Maint & Material $446.52, SUMMIT FOOD SERVICE Board Of Prisoners-Meals $65910.83, SUMMIT FOOD SERVICE Child Care Food $645.06, SUMMIT FOOD SERVICE Inmate Supplies $200.96, SUMMIT FOOD SERVICE School Lunch Program $1435.2, THE COUNSELING CAFE Psych Evals $2440, THOMPSON, PAIGE Bd Evaluations (Minnehaha) $350, TIMMER, REED Welfare Rent $1125, TRANSOURCE TRUCK & E Truck Repairs & Maintenance $585.11, TRI-STATE NURSING Professional Services $3580, TYLER TECHNOLOGIES I Contract Services $600, TZADIK HIDDEN HILLS Welfare Rent $348, TZADIK SIOUX FALLS P Welfare Rent $885, US FOODS INC Other Supplies $33.64, US FOODS INC Professional Services $871.18, VANDERHAAGS INC Truck Repairs & Maintenance $587.39, VERIZON CONNECT FLEE Subscriptions $19.56, WES INVESTMENTS LLC Welfare Rent $350, WESTWOOD LIMITED PAR Welfare Rent $1800, WINDSOR HEIGHTS APAR Welfare Rent $1000, XCEL ENERGY Electricity $33213.9, XCEL ENERGY Road Maint & Material $18.94, YANKTON COUNTY Return Of Service $100, ZISHKA, ADAM Uniform Allowance $305.

The following reports were received and placed on file in the Auditor's Office:   

Opioid Settlement Annual Financial Report   

Auditors Accounting Month End Reports for December 2024

Routine Personnel Actions
New Hire

1. Tayea Kilbride, Juvenile Correctional Officer I for the Juvenile Detention Center, at $26.13/hour (13/2) effective 02/03/2025.

2. Zoe Knock, variable hour Juvenile Correction Worker for the Juvenile Detention Center, at $22.55/hour effective 02/03/2025.

Step Increases

1. Jason Toering, Technical Analyst for Information Technology, at $46.06/hour (19/12) effective 02/05/2025.

2. Janel Ingalls, Caseworker for Human Services, at $38.76/hour (16/11) effective 02/05/2025.

3. Cara Nadolski, Caseworker for Human Services, at $41.73/hour (16/14) effective 01/19/2025.

To record significant employee anniversaries for February 2025: 5 years-Tanner Coil, Christian Jensen, Elizabeth Schley; 15 years-Brittani Crawford; 20 years-Daniel Kaiser. 

To record volunteers in County Departments for January 2025. This list is on file at Human Resources. 

Abatements Recommended for Approval by the Director of Equalization
Parcel-26193, Assessment Freeze, 2024 Property Taxes, $1,090.62
Parcel-23989, Assessment Freeze, 2024 Property Taxes, $1,664.98
Parcel-27015, Assessment Freeze, 2024 Property Taxes, $628.78
Parcel-71698, Assessment Freeze, 2024 Property Taxes, $1,681.23
Parcel-46721, Assessment Freeze, 2024 Property Taxes, $1,093.42
Parcel-64782, Veteran Exempt PT10-4-40, 2024 Property Taxes, $2,128.12
Parcel-77816, Veteran Exempt PT10-4-40, 2024 Property Taxes, $1,636.52
Parcel-78540, Veteran Exempt PT10-4-40, 2024 Property Taxes, $1,636.14
Parcel-92881, Veteran Exempt PT10-4-40, 2024 Property Taxes, $1,643.39
Parcel-51666, Veteran Exempt PT10-4-40, 2024 Property Taxes, $1,965.62

PLANNING & ZONING NOTICES

Scott Anderson, Planning Director, gave the first reading and requested authorization for the Auditor to publish a Notice of Hearing on February 25, 2025, to consider a text amendment to the 2001 Revised Joint Zoning for Minnehaha County and the City of Dell Rapids to Add Vacation Home/Short-Term Rental Regulations. MOTION by Kippley, seconded by Beninga, to Authorize the Auditor to Publish a Notice of Hearing for a Text Amendment to the 2001 Revised Joint Zoning Ordinance for Minnehaha County and the City of Dell Rapids to be held on February 25, 2025, at or after 9:00 a.m. at a Joint Meeting of the Minnehaha County Commission and Dell Rapids City Council. 5 ayes.

Scott Anderson, Planning Director, gave the first reading and requested authorization for the Auditor to publish a Notice of Hearing on February 25, 2025, to consider a text amendment to the Revised Joint Zoning Ordinance for Minnehaha County and City of Dell Rapids to add Long-Term Lease or Rental Regulations. MOTION by Kippley, seconded by Bleyenberg, to Authorize the Auditor to Publish a Notice of Public Hearing for a Text Amendment to the Revised Joint Zoning Ordinance for Minnehaha County and the City of Dell Rapids to be held on February 25, 2025, at or after 9:00 a.m. at a Joint Meeting of the Minnehaha County Commission and Dell Rapids City Council. 5 ayes.

Kevin Hoekman, Planner, gave the first reading and requested authorization for the Auditor to publish a Notice of Hearing on February 25, 2025, to consider a text amendment to the Revised Joint Ordinance for Minnehaha County and the City of Dell Rapids to add intermodal shipping container regulations. MOTION by Bleyenberg, seconded by Beninga, to Authorize the Auditor to Publish a Notice of Public Hearing for a Text Amendment to the Revised Joint Zoning Ordinance for Minnehaha County and the City of Dell Rapids to be held on February 25, 2025, at or after 9:00 a.m. at a Joint Meeting of the Minnehaha County Commission and Dell Rapids City Council. 5 ayes.

Kevin Hoekman, Planner, presented the first reading of rezoning #25-01, an amendment to the revised Joint Zoning Ordinance for Minnehaha County and the City of Sioux Falls to rezone from the PD Mapleton Golf Planned Development District to the A-1 Agricultural District, property legally described as the SW1/4 NW1/4 Section 25-T102-R49W, Mapleton Township. MOTION by Kippley, seconded by Heisey, to Authorize the Auditor to Publish a Notice of Public Hearing to Consider Rezoning #25-01 to Rezone Property from the PD Mapleton Golf Planned Development to the A-1 Agricultural to be held on February 25, 2025, at or after 5:00 p.m. at a Joint Meeting of the Minnehaha County Commission and Sioux Falls City Council. 5 ayes.

PRESENTATIONS

Amanda Halsey, Register of Deeds, gave a briefing on the Register of Deeds Office. As the official records office of the county, the office records, maintains, and archives many different land and personal property records along with the issuance of birth, death, and marriage records as well as the issuance of marriage licenses. The Register of Deeds office provides revenue for the county through the collection of transfer fees, recording fees, copy fees, and the issuance of marriage licenses. In 2024, the office recorded over 23,000 documents affecting real estate, sold 1,749 marriage licenses, and issued over 22,000 copies of birth, marriage, and death certificates. Register of Deeds Halsey went on to highlight the fee structure that is used by the office and how the fees are split. Finally, the presentation highlighted the Document Pro update, which went live on November 15, 2024, and moves forward the update to completely move away from the AS400 program as well as providing a new robust search function for researchers.

Jamie Gravett, Juvenile Detention Center Director, gave the annual presentation on the Juvenile Detention Center. The presentation focused on the challenges, numbers, and good news at the Juvenile Detention Center. The challenges for 2025 include violent youth, special needs youth, and staff turnover. In 2024, there were a total of 1,615 intakes along with the bed days used were 10,985. Minnehaha County used 63% of the beds in the past year, while other counties used 24% and the Department of Corrections used 13% of the beds. The average daily population for Minnehaha County was 18.89 days. Director Gravett highlighted the following good news for the past year, including the construction of the new facility, transition team, and medical and dental services as well as the community partners. Finally, Director Gravett highlighted the work of the staff at the Juvenile Detention Center for their professionalism and dedication.

PER DIEM AGREEMENTS

Jamie Gravett, Juvenile Detention Center Director, presented an agreement between Minnehaha County, Lutheran Social Services, and seventeen (17) partner counties for juvenile housing services. Lincoln County agreement also includes a per diem for Community Supervision services and the Evening Report Center. The daily rate for the JDC is set at $497.80 per bed, per day. The rate for Shelter Care will be $296.14 per bed, per day. The daily rate for Community Supervision is $80.13 per day. The rate for the Evening Report Center is $55.57 per day. MOTION by Beninga, seconded by Bleyenberg, to Authorize the Chair to Sign the 2025 Juvenile Detention Center Per Diem Contracts for Juvenile Housing Services Between Minnehaha County, Lutheran Social Services, and the Following Counties Beginning on January 1, 2025, and Ending on December 31, 2025: Bon Homme, Brookings, Charles Mix, Clay, Davison, Hanson, Hutchinson, Jerauld, Lake, McCook, Miner, Moody, Turner, Union, Yankton, and Pipestone County, MN. By roll call vote: 5 ayes.

MOTION by Beninga, seconded by Heisey, to Authorize the Chair to Sign the 2025 Juvenile Detention Per Diem Contract for Juvenile Housing Service, Community Supervision and Evening Report Center Between Minnehaha County, Lutheran Social Services, and Lincoln County Beginning on January 1, 2025, and Ending on December 31, 2025. By roll call: 5 ayes.

BID RESULTS

Mark Kriens, Director of Facilities and Construction, reported on the bid opening for Courthouse Fire Alarm Replacement held on January 15, 2025. The following bids were received: Muth Electric with a total bid of $939,520.00; Electric Supply Company with a total bid of $912,915.00; and Electric Construction Company with a total bid of $862,323.00. Director Kriens confirmed with the Auditor's Office that funding is available to cover the cost of this project and will be included in the supplement request presented in March. MOTION by Beninga, seconded by Bleyenberg, to Approve Bid Results and Award Recommendation for the Courthouse Fire Alarm Panel Replacement Project and Authorize Chair to Sign an Agreement with Electric Construction Company. By roll call vote: 5 ayes.

Mark Kriens, Director of Facilities and Construction, reported on the bid opening for the Old Courthouse Museum Roof Repairs held on January 8, 2025. The project consists of a base bid for slate shingle replacement as well as alternates for window and sealant replacement. There was one sealed bid submitted from APX Construction Group with the following bid summary: Base bid in the amount of $857,500.00; Alternate 1-Dormer Window Replacement in the amount of $182,200.00; Alternate 2-Replace Sealant Joints at Existing Dormer Windows in the amount of $63,200.00; Alternate 3-Repoint Masonry Joints and Replace Sealant Joints in the amount of $223,400.00; Alternate 4-Replace Sealant Joints at Existing Louvers and Windows in the amount of $34,700.00. The alternates were utilized for the bid to give options to reduce the cost of the project. After further inspection of the building and the estimated mobilization and construction cost associated with the work, Director Kriens recommended the acceptance of the base bid along with alternates 1 and 3 for a total of $1,263,100.00. MOTION by Bleyenberg, seconded by Heisey, to Approve Bid Results and Award Recommendation for the Old Courthouse Museum Roof Repairs Project and Authorize Chair to Sign an Agreement with APX Construction Group. By roll call vote: 5 ayes.

RESOLUTION

Upon the request of Jacob Maras, Interim Highway Superintendent, MOTION by Beninga, seconded by Heisey, to Authorize the Chair to Sign Resolution MC 25-07 "Bridge Inspection Program Resolution for Use with SDDOT Retainer Contracts". By roll call vote: 5 ayes.

RESOLUTION MC25-07
BRIDGE REINSPECTION PROGRAM RESOLUTION FOR USE WITH SDDOT RETAINER CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, 23 CFR 650 Subpart C, requires initial inspection of all bridges and reinspection at intervals not to exceed two years with the exception of reinforced concrete box culverts that meet specific criteria.   These culverts are reinspected at intervals not to exceed four years.
    THEREFORE, Minnehaha County is desirous of participating in the Bridge Inspection Program.
    The County requests SDDOT to hire Civil Design, Inc. (Consulting Engineers) for the inspection work.  SDDOT will secure federal approvals, make payments to the Consulting Engineer for inspection services rendered, and bill the County for 20% of the cost.  The County will be responsible for the required 20% matching funds.
    Dated this 4th day of February 2025, at Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Board of County Commissioners of Minnehaha County
Dean Karsky
Chairman of the Board          ATTEST: Leah Anderson, Auditor
Kym Christiansen
Deputy County Auditor

EQUITABLE SHARING AGREEMENT

Joe Bosman, Captain, presented an annual agreement to participate in the Department of Justice Asset Forfeiture Program. The program allows participants to receive a share of federally forfeited proceeds that may be used for law enforcement purposes. The forfeited cash and property are from cases involving illegal activities, such as white-collar crimes, that would provide financial gain to the criminals. MOTION by Kippley, seconded by Beninga, to Authorize the Chair to Sign the Annual Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Form as part of the Department of Justice Asset Forfeiture Program. 5 ayes.

SURPLUS

Upon the request of Joe Bosman, Captain, MOTION by Bleyenberg, seconded by Beninga, to Declare Various Capital Assets Including a Rescue Phone CRT Basic Package, IDS 228 Telephone System, Air Shelter model 216, IDS Digital Phone System, and Gateway Digital Switch as Surplus and Authorize Disposal. By roll call vote: 5 ayes.

GRANT APPLICATION

Joe Bosman, Captain, requested authorization for the Sheriff's Office to apply for the 2025 Homeland Security Grant. The grant program provides funding for the purposes of enhancing the ability of local, state, and federal agencies to maximize their ability to prevent, respond, and recover from major events such as terror attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies. Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office and Emergency Management have participated in this grant each year for several years. Items purchased with the funds awarded have been very beneficial to our agency by increasing our preparedness. Specific award amounts are not known at this time due to the Sheriff's Office and Emergency Management still discussing our needs and Homeland Security has not released how much money each region will be allocated for projects. MOTION by Bleyenberg, seconded by Kippley, to Authorize the Sheriff's Office to Apply for the 2025 Homeland Security Grant. By roll call: 5 ayes.

AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN

Susan Beaman, Finance and Budget Officer, presented a briefing regarding the 2024 4th Quarter American Rescue Plan Expenditures. The Auditor's Office plans to report to the US Treasury regarding last quarter's expenditures of $2,206,833.12. The expenditure breakdown as follows: Jail Staffing for COVID Isolation Unit had an expenditure of $226,970.81; Retention Bonus had an expenditure of $23,683.00; Burials had an expenditure of $68,000.00; Motels had an expenditure of $12,331.18; Jail Booking Registered Nurse had an expenditure of $94,963.68; Jail Mental Health Counselor had an expenditure of $12,623.48; New Positions had an expenditure of $499,879.92; Welfare Rent had an expenditure of $155,650.64; Welfare Utilities had an expenditure of $13,136.82; Mortgage Assistance had an expenditure of $1,968.86; Emergency Response Infrastructure Improvements had an expenditure of $300,292,72; Juvenile Detention Center-Psychiatric Services had an expenditure of $14,095.00; Triage of Mental Illness Holds had an expenditure of $70,000.00; ‌Salary ‌Increase to Improve Worker Retention had an expenditure of $403,723.00; and Human Services Staffing had an expenditure of $309,564.01. The total ARPA expenditures through ‌December 31, 2025, were $36,414.189.02. As of December 31, 2024, $1,099,825.98 remains for obligated projects. These projects include Emergency Response Infrastructure Improvements, Construction of ‌an Additional Courtroom, and Building Ventilation Improvements and it is anticipated that those projects will be completed by the end of 2nd quarter of 2025. 

LEGISLATIVE BRIEFING

Meredith Jarchow, Assistant Commission Administrative Officer, provided an update for the 2025 Legislative session. Some important dates to note regarding the Legislative session are February 5, which is the last day for introduction of individual bills and resolutions; February 6, which is the last day for introduction of committee bills and resolutions; February 24, which is the last day to move required delivery of bills or resolutions by a committee to the house of origin; and February 25 which is the last day to pass bills or joint resolutions by the house of origin (Crossover Day). The briefing went on to summarize the legislation that the Commission Office is following. The briefing included information on the following House Bills (HB) 1103, 1107, 1119, 1125, 1126, 1127, 1156, 1157, 1190, and 1194. HB 1103 would modify the voter registration deadline. HB 1107 would prohibit natural asset companies. HB 1119 would limit annual valuation increases on owner-occupied single-family dwellings and nonagricultural property. HB 1125 would create a share the road emblem specialty plate. HB 1126 would modify provisions pertaining to the compensation of a recount board. HB 1127 would require that notice of a county's canvass, post-election audit, and test of automatic tabulating equipment be posted to the Secretary of State's website. HB 1156 would provide for the administrative approval of certain drainage applications by counties. HB 1157 would remove the maximum fee limit due when applying for a county drainage permit. HB 1190 would require ownership disclosure for any non-individual entity that exercises eminent domain. HB 1194 would authorize the cooperation of counties for purposes of operating the office of county director of equalization. The briefing went on to highlight the following Senate Bills (SB) 14, 95, 101, 103, 104, 105, 121, 124, 128, 131, 135, 139, 140, 141, 157, 169, 173, and 185. SB 14 would revise and repeal provisions related to agricultural production facilities and to provide a penalty therefor. SB 95 would make an appropriation to the Department of Revenue for distribution to county rural access infrastructure funds and to declare an emergency. SB 101 would provide a tax credit to limit the taxes due on property over the previous year. SB 103 would prohibit the use of vote centers in a county. SB 104 would provide for the publication of the cast vote record of automatic tabulating equipment and to make an appropriation therefor. SB 105 would establish election day as a legal holiday. SB 121 would reduce maximum values for certain property taxes levied on owner-occupied single-family dwellings, and to increase the rates for certain gross receipts taxes and use taxes. SB 124 would establish the Incarceration Task Force. SB 128 would amend requirements for an official newspaper. SB 131 would establish an electronic system for vehicle titles. SB 135 would exempt a motor vehicle insurer from a certain title fee. SB 139 would revise death reporting requirements. SB 140 would revise a provision related to the reimbursement of expenses incurred by a county in detaining a parolee. SB 141 would distinguish between new construction and improvements to existing structures for purposes of calculating increases in revenue payable from property taxes. SB 157 would require proof of workers' compensation insurance for contractors of public improvements and to establish procedures for verifying workers' compensation coverage and premium payments. SB 169 would require that taxing districts hold a public hearing when increasing property tax revenues relative to the previous year. SB 173 would revise the process by which a recount may be requested. SB 185 would amend the process by which the address of a registered voter is verified. 

COMMISSIONER LIAISON REPORTS

Commissioner Kippley provided an update regarding the Lincoln County Public Defender Officer that he has been involved with. 
    Commissioner Heisey provided an update regarding the transition to the vehicle registration system for the Treasurer's Office in mid-February and the need for repairs to the Old Courthouse Museum.
    Commissioner Karsky provided an update regarding the Juvenile Justice Center construction project.

MOTION by Kippley, seconded by Bleyenberg, to Adjourn at 10:36 a.m. 5 ayes.

The Commission adjourned until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025.
APPROVED BY THE COMMISSION:

Dean Karsky

Chair

ATTEST:

Kym Christiansen

Commission Recorder

MOTION by Kippley, seconded by Bleyenberg, to Adjourn at 10:10 a.m. 5 ayes.

The Commission adjourned until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 4th, 2025.
APPROVED BY THE COMMISSION:

Dean Karsky

Chair

ATTEST:

Kym Christiansen

Commission Recorder

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Minutes of the City Council of Garretson for Feb. 3, 2025

City of Garretson

February 3rd, 2025

The City Council of the City of Garretson, Minnehaha County, South Dakota met in regular session on Monday, February 3rd, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at Garretson American Legion with Mayor Bruce Brown presiding.

6:30 P.M. Mayor Brown called the regular meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance.

ROLL CALL:   Bruce Brown – Mayor

       Alysha Kientopf – Ward I

       Ryan Story – Ward I

       Dave Bonte – Ward II

Matthew Jacobson – Ward II

       Jackie Rotert – Ward III

       Brayden Beaner -- Ward III

       Kaitlyn Steinhoff – Student Advisory Council

       Alexis Potter – Student Advisory Council

OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE: Paetyn Dreckman, Jordan Doane, JR Hofer, Chris Fields, Carrie Moritz, Colleen Collier, Kim Danielson-Huve, Tracie Jellis, Andrew Lyngen, Thad Roberts, Cole Gebhart, Sam Johnson, and Kurtis Nelson. (NOTE:  All attendees hereinafter to be referred to by last name and first initials when necessary)

CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL:

A. Agenda – 02-03-2025 Regular Meeting      

B. Claims Approved Dated 02-03-2025

C. Minutes 01-06-2025 Regular Meeting

Council member Rotert motioned to approve agenda items with a second from council member Bonte. 6 ayes (Kientopf, Beaner, Rotert, Jacobson, Bonte, Story) 0 nays. Motion passed.

MONTHLY REPORT OF VOUCHERS PROCESSED

FOR FEBRUARY 3RD, 2025, REGULAR MEETING

Report Title   Claims Report            

Period   01/04/2025 To 01/30/2025            

Vendor Name References Invoice Amount  Transaction # Date

Interest 604-4700-442 

US BANK CW#2 CW SRF Payment   $ 1,515.09       01/15/2025

GL Account Total - Interest $ 1,515.09  

Principal 604-4700-441

US BANK CW#2 CW SRF Payment   $ 7,068.16       01/15/2025

GL Account Total - Principal $ 7,068.16  

ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABL 602-21750  

AFLAC  Supplemental Ins.   $ 70.56    01/17/2025

DELTA DENTAL  Dental Insurance $ 91.65 40124  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABL $ 162.21 

ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABL 604-21750  

AFLAC  Supplemental Ins.   $ 70.56    01/17/2025

DELTA DENTAL  Dental Insurance $ 91.65 40124  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABL $ 162.21 

ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABL 617-21750  

AFLAC  Supplemental Ins.   $ 70.56    01/17/2025

DELTA DENTAL  Dental Insurance $ 91.65 40124  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABL $ 162.21 

ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABLE 101-21750

AFLAC  Supplemental Ins.   $ 70.56    01/17/2025

DELTA DENTAL  Dental Insurance $ 91.65 40124  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABLE   $ 162.21 

Utility Services 101-4192-428  

XCEL 5TH ST $ 479.72  40117  01/28/2025

XCEL 632 MAIN  $ 96.47 40117  01/28/2025

XCEL 705 MAIN  $ 169.64  40117  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Utility Services  $ 745.83 

Utility Services 617-4380-428  

XCEL 25325 485TH   $ 26.33 40117  01/28/2025

VERIZON WIRELESS Phones  $ 127.71  40080  01/06/2025

GL Account Total - Utility Services  $ 154.04 

Utility Services 101-4520-428  

XCEL BALLFIELD $ 43.26 40117  01/28/2025

VERIZON WIRELESS Phones  $ 84.94 40080  01/06/2025

XCEL BALLFIELD $ 54.67 40117  01/28/2025

XCEL Split Rock Park  $ 87.63 40117  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Utility Services  $ 270.50 

Supplies & Materials 101-4142-426

AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES   FO Office Supplies  $ 8.81  40129  01/28/2025

RITEWAY   W2   $ 201.00  40119  01/28/2025

AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES   FO Office Supplies  $ 16.99 40129  01/28/2025

QUILL CORPORATION  Office Supplies   $ 47.99 40103  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials   $ 274.79 

Supplies & Materials 101-4317-426

MINNEHAHA COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPT   salt/and $ 793.53  40120  01/28/2025

FIRST BANK & TRUST Salt Sand  $ 968.39  40107  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials   $ 1,761.92  

Services & Fees 602-4334-422 

DEPT OF HEALTH - LAB SERVICES   water testing $ 30.00 40123  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 30.00

Utility Services 101-4225-428  

XCEL SIREN    $ 6.50  40117  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Utility Services  $ 6.50 

Utility Services 602-4335-428  

XCEL WELL 2 $ 260.97  40117  01/28/2025

XCEL 420 OAK   $ 16.45 40117  01/28/2025

XCEL Well #1 $ 81.30 40117  01/28/2025

XCEL RURAL WATER BLDG  $ 198.41  40117  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Utility Services  $ 557.13 

Supplies & Materials 617-4380-426

AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES   Nat Gas Supplies $ 114.98  40129  01/28/2025

WINDING CREEK LLC   RACKING   $ 616.68  40118  01/28/2025

CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS & CONSUL Tools $ 38.23 40125  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials   $ 769.89 

Publishing 101-4113-423  

AMERICAN LEGAL PUBLISHING Ord Book Update   $ 118.95  40128  01/28/2025

AMERICAN LEGAL PUBLISHING Ord Book Update   $ 1,466.26   40128  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Publishing  $ 1,585.21  

Supplies & Materials 617-4381-42612

CLAYTON ENERGY  Dec 2024 Reservation $ 20,018.69     01/09/2025

CLAYTON ENERGY  Dec '24 Commodity   $ 55,771.35     01/14/2025

GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials   $ 75,790.04

Improvements 602-4334-433

FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC. 4th St Improv. Project $ 247,284.83   40089  01/06/2025

GL Account Total - Improvements   $ 247,284.83  

Improvements 604-43250-433 

FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC. 4th St Improv. Project $ 238,404.83   40089  01/06/2025

GL Account Total - Improvements   $ 238,404.83  

Services & Fees 211-4653-422 

GARRETSON COMMERCIAL CLUB  Dues 2025 $ 530.00  40088  01/06/2025

GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 530.00 

Grants to Other Entities 101-4561-455  

Garretson Economic Development   Subsidy 2025 $ 50,000.00 40087  01/06/2025

GL Account Total - Grants to Other Entities  $ 50,000.00

Grants to Other Entities 211-4653-455  

Garretson Economic Development   Subsidy 2025 $ 10,000.00 40087  01/06/2025

GL Account Total - Grants to Other Entities  $ 10,000.00

Utility Service 101-4232-428

VERIZON WIRELESS Phones  $ 90.38 40080  01/06/2025

GL Account Total - Utility Service $ 90.38

Utility Services 101-4512-428  

VERIZON WIRELESS Phones  $ 44.92 40080  01/06/2025

GL Account Total - Utility Services  $ 44.92

Supplies & Materials 602-4335-426

WINDING CREEK LLC   RACKING   $ 616.66  40118  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials   $ 616.66 

Supplies & Materials 101-4192-426

WINDING CREEK LLC   RACKING   $ 616.66  40118  01/28/2025

MENARDS SIOUX FALLS EAST  PW Office  $ 121.78  40105  01/13/2025

MENARDS SIOUX FALLS EAST  Paint $ 48.41 40105  01/13/2025

SWANSON, SONYA Paint $ 104.54  40097  01/13/2025

ACE HARDWARE - BRANDON   Shop Supplies $ 14.24 40126  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials   $ 905.63 

Utility Services 101-4550-428  

XCEL LIBRARY $ 61.54 40117  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Utility Services  $ 61.54

Services & Fees 617-4380-422 

AVERA OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE Drug Screen  $ 135.00  40127  01/28/2025

FIRST BANK & TRUST Nat Gas Install Meetings $ 157.15  40107  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 292.15 

Utility Services 602-4331-428  

XCEL Water Tower $ 14.94 40117  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Utility Services  $ 14.94

Travel/Continuing Education 617-4380-427

PIPELINE CONFERENCE Pipeline Con. SDPUC   $ 160.00  40130  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Travel/Continuing Education   $ 160.00 

Services & Fees 101-4142-422 

A&B BUSINESS EQUIPMENT  City Hall Printer  $ 137.22  40115  01/13/2025

FIRST BANK & TRUST Adobe/Canva/HR/Micro  $ 261.25  40107  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 398.47 

Supplies & Materials 101-4520-426

ACE HARDWARE - BRANDON   Parks Supplies   $ 7.99  40110  01/13/2025

ACE HARDWARE - BRANDON   Parks Supplies   $ 19.99 40110  01/13/2025

FIRST BANK & TRUST Parks Supplies   $ 40.30 40107  01/13/2025

AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES   Radio System $ 64.99 40129  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials   $ 133.27 

Attorney Fees 101-4141-422

CUTLER LAW FIRM  Attorney Fees   $ 4,210.00   40109  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Attorney Fees   $ 4,210.00  

Insurance Gen Finance Admin 101-4147-421  

SDPAA  Add. Auto Coverage   $ 267.28  40100  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Insurance Gen Finance Admin  $ 267.28 

Utility Services 101-4324-428  

SIOUX VALLEY ENERGY   Rubble Site Elec.    $ 76.48 40098  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Utility Services  $ 76.48

Services & Fees 101-4121-422 

FIRST BANK & TRUST Microsoft  $ 95.59 40107  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 95.59

Services & Fees 101-4520-422 

FIRST BANK & TRUST Canva   $ 6.50  40107  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 6.50 

Buildings 101-4192-432

FIRST BANK & TRUST City Hall Improv.    $ 197.46  40107  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Buildings   $ 197.46 

Services & Fees 101-4512-422 

FIRST BANK & TRUST Pool Training $ 120.00  40107  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 120.00 

Travel/Continuing Education 602-4335-427

FIRST BANK & TRUST Water Conference  $ 325.00  40107  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Travel/Continuing Education   $ 325.00 

Machinery & Equipment 617-4380-434  

FIRST BANK & TRUST Nat Gas Equip.   $ 290.61  40107  01/13/2025

GL Account Total - Machinery & Equipment  $ 290.61 

ACCRUED TAXES PAYABLE - FICA 101-21710 

EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES)  Payroll Run $ 864.12      01/23/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED TAXES PAYABLE - FICA $ 864.12 

ACCRUED TAXES PAYABLE - WTHHLD 101-21730

EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES)  Payroll Run $ 399.05      01/23/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED TAXES PAYABLE - WTHHLD  $ 399.05 

ACCR TAX PAYABLE - FICA 602-21710  

EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES)  Payroll Run $ 318.54      01/23/2025

GL Account Total - ACCR TAX PAYABLE - FICA $ 318.54 

ACCRUED TAX PAYABLE - WH 602-21730  

EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES)  Payroll Run $ 144.97      01/23/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED TAX PAYABLE - WH $ 144.97 

ACCR TAX PAYABLE - FICA 604-21710  

EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES)  Payroll Run $ 344.58      01/23/2025

GL Account Total - ACCR TAX PAYABLE - FICA $ 344.58 

ACCRUED TAX PAYABLE - WH 604-21730  

EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES)  Payroll Run $ 150.44      01/23/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED TAX PAYABLE - WH $ 150.44 

ACCR TAX PAYABLE - FICA 617-21710  

EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES)  Payroll Run $ 318.50      01/23/2025

GL Account Total - ACCR TAX PAYABLE - FICA $ 318.50 

ACCRUED TAX PAYABLE - WH 617-21730  

EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES)  Payroll Run $ 144.99      01/23/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED TAX PAYABLE - WH $ 144.99 

ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYABLE 101-21740  

SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM  Payroll Run $ 616.34      01/23/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYABLE $ 616.34 

ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYAB 602-21740  

SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM  Payroll Run $ 266.02      01/23/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYAB $ 266.02 

ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYAB 604-21740  

SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM  Payroll Run $ 266.02      01/23/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYAB $ 266.02 

ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYAB 617-21740  

SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM  Payroll Run $ 265.94      01/23/2025

GL Account Total - ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYAB $ 265.94 

Travel/Continuing Education 101-4142-427

DRECKMAN, PAETYN  Tuition  $ 2,128.50   40122  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Travel/Continuing Education   $ 2,128.50  

Utility Services 604-43250-428

XCEL Lift Station   $ 71.73 40117  01/28/2025

GL Account Total - Utility Services  $ 71.73

Report Total  $ 652,004.22  

January 2025 Wage Report

Salaries and Wages 101-4142-411

    01-10-2025         PR9877    $1,090.03

    01-24-2025         PR10100      $1,618.27      

Salaries and Wages 101-4192-411

    01-10-2025         PR9877    $1,051.27

    01-24-2025         PR10100      $1,103.83

Salaries and Wages 101-4232-411

    01-10-2025         PR9877    $398.25

    01-24-2025         PR10100      $418.16  

Salaries and Wages 101-4312-411

    01-10-2025         PR9877    $1,1474.47

    01-24-2025         PR10100      $1,300.28

Salaries and Wages 101-4317-411

    01-10-2025         PR9877    $390.29

    01-24-2025         PR10100      $409.81  

Salaries and Wages 101-4520-411

    01-10-2025         PR9877    $1,420.86

    01-24-2025         PR10100      $1,693.17

Salaries and Wages 602-4335-411

    01-10-2025         PR9877    $2,141.30

    01-24-2025         PR10100      $1,848.17

Salaries and Wages 604-43250-411

    01-10-2025         PR9877    $2,227.30

    01-24-2025         PR10100      $2,436.43

Salaries and Wages 617-4380-411

    01-10-2025         PR9877    $2,141.29

    01-24-2025         PR10100      $2,266.34

PUBLIC COMMENT: none

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

  Natural Gas Report – Dreckman advised council gas prices at $1.29 per ccf. Discussion was had around state of current natural gas meters. Council member Rotert motioned to approve with a second from council member Kientopf. 6 ayes (Kientopf, Beaner, Rotert, Jacobson, Bonte, Story) 0 nays. Motion passed.

  Finance – Dreckman presented balances to council for review and advised of activities in the Finance Office. 

  Street/Maintenance/Parks – Doane gave update on water leak over the weekend and all other utility activities. Hofer gave update on planning for hiring for summer season and advised 17 open building permits.

  Code Enforcement – Hofer gave update on behalf of officer.

  Economic Development – Fields gave update on advertising plan and efforts.  Announced annual meeting date as March 24th 2025

  Emergency Services (Garretson Fire, Minnehaha CO Sheriff, Garretson Ambulance) – no one in attendance for GFD. Sheriff Deputy introduced himself and opened the floor to questions. 27 calls in 2025 for Garretson ambulance.

ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS:

  Ordinance 712 – Amending Ch 74.30 Bicycles and All-Terrian Vehicles – second reading – Mayor Brown presented ordinance for second reading. Council member Rotert motioned to approve ordinance as written with a second from council member Jacobson. Mayor Brown requested a roll call vote. 6 ayes (Kientopf, Beaner, Rotert, Jacobson, Bonte, Story) 0 nays. Motion passed.

ORDINANCE NO. 712

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD, AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD, BY AMENDING TITLE 7, TRAFFIC, CHAPTERS 74.30 BICYCLES AND ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES; 74.31 BICYCLE OPERATION REQUIREMENTS; 74.99 PENALTY

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD:

That Section 7-74.30 to 74.99, of the Municipal Ordinances of Garretson, SD, is hereby amended to read as follows:

OFF-ROAD VEHICLES

74.30 DEFINITIONS

For the purposes of this article, the following terms, phrases, words and their derivations shall have the meaning given herein:

OFF-ROAD VEHICLES: means any self-propelled, two or more wheeled vehicle designed primarily to be operated on land other than a highway and includes, but is not limited to, all-terrain vehicles, dirt bikes, dune buggies, and any vehicle whose Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin (MSO) or Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO) states that the vehicle is not for highway use. Off-road vehicle does not include a farm vehicle as defined in SDCL § 32-3-2.4. (Definition provided by SDCL § 32-20-1(4)). 

UTILITY: means any provider of electric, gas, water, sewer, pipeline, or telecommunications service. 

NORMAL AGRICULTURAL OPERATION: means operation of an off-road vehicle by a person engaged in a reasonably necessary agricultural related activity. 

74.31   REGULATIONS

A. PROHIBITION

Off-road vehicles shall not be operated in the City limits of the City of Garretson unless authorized pursuant to § 74.16 or § 74.17 of this code or licensed to be used on a public highway pursuant to SDCL § 32-20-13 or § 74.03 of this code and provided that such vehicle operated by a licensed operator, and only on surfaces maintained as a roadway or alley.

B. EXCEPTIONS

This Ordinance shall not prohibit off-road vehicles from being operated within the City limits of Garretson:

1. While on private property with the owner’s permission;

2. While engaged in normal agricultural operations;

3. While engaged in official maintenance activities for the City of Garretson or any utility company; or

4. While having been authorized by the City Council or City Administration.

74.99 PENALTY

In addition to any other penalty authorized by State law or City ordinance, each violation of this Ordinance subjects the individual to a fine of one hundred ($100.00) dollars.

This ordinance shall be in full force and effects from and after its approval, adoption and publication as provided by law.

Adopted this 3rd day of February 2025

Bruce Brown, Mayor

(MUNICIPAL SEAL)

ATTEST:

Paetyn Dreckman

Municipal Finance Officer

First Reading: January 6th, 2025

Second Reading: February 3rd, 2025

Publication Date:

Effective Date:

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  Ordinance 713 – Amending, Repealing, Enacting, and Adopting Roberts Rules of Order – second reading – Mayor Brown presented ordinance for second reading. Council member Jacobson motioned to approve ordinance as written with a second from council member Kientopf. Mayor Brown requested roll call vote 6 ayes (Kientopf, Beaner, Rotert, Jacobson, Bonte, Story) 0 nays. Motion passed.

ORDINANCE NO. 713

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD, REPEALING, AMENDING, AND ENACTING THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES EFFECTING TITLE I AND III OF THE MUNICIPAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD.

BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD:

REPEAL:

§ 10.16 City Treasurer Warrants; §30.01 General Powers and Duties; § 30.16 Meeting Procedure; § 30.17 Duty to Attend; § 30.99 Penalty; § 31.18 Holiday Bonus Program; § 31.19 Employee Health Insurance; § 31.35 Environmental Certifying Officer; § 31.36 Street Commissioner; § 31.37 Bar Manager, Banking Powers; § 31.38 Chimney Inspector; § 31.99 Penalty; § 32.01 Police Department; § 32.02 Fire Department; § 32.03 Board of Health; § 32.04 Tree Board; § 32.06 Planning Commission; § 32.07 Housing and Redevelopment Commission; § 32.99 Penalty; § 34.01 Contract and Bonds; § 34.02 Fixed Asset Inventory Record Method; § 36.01 City Commissioners; § 36.02 City Commissioner; AND § 36.99 Penalty: ARE HEREBY REPEALED.

AMEND:

§ 35.22 (A); is AMENDED TO READ as follows,

Prior to request for approval from the governing body, the City Council shall have reviewed such application and shall have submitted their independent recommendation in favor of or against such classification along with the application.

ENACT:

THE FOLLOWING ARE ENACTED:

Chain of Command:

The President of the Council, in the absence of the mayor, shall be the presiding officer of the Council and during the absence of the mayor, or in the event of his temporary disability, the President shall be acting Mayor and possess all powers of the mayor.  In the absence or disability of the Mayor and President of the Council, the Vice President shall perform the duties of the Mayor and President of the Common Council.

City Council President and Vice President:

At the first regular meeting after the annual election in each year and after qualification of the newly elected Aldermen, the common council shall elect from among its own members a President and Vice President who shall hold their respective offices for the municipal year.

Duties and Powers of the Council:

The mayor and city council shall have the duties and powers as prescribed by the laws of the State of South Dakota, the ordinances of the City of Garretson, and any other motion or resolution made by the City Council.

Office of the Mayor:

The mayor shall be elected for a term of two years or until his successor is elected and qualified. 

Mayor and City Council:

The City of Garretson shall be governed by a Mayor and six Aldermen, these people shall be called the governing body or City Council.

Agenda:

The mayor or any two city council members may submit to the city finance officer any business that they feel should be deliberated upon by the city council. The submission will be considered valid if it is submitted to the city finance officer in writing one week prior to the council meeting. Upon a valid submission, the city finance officer shall add the requested business to the agenda of the next city council meeting.

Adoption of Robert’s Rules of Order:

Meetings shall be governed by Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised 12th Edition and these council rules of procedure. In case of conflict, the council ordinances or resolutions shall prevail.

Adopted this 3rd day of February 2025.

Bruce Brown, Mayor

(MUNICIPAL SEAL)

ATTEST:

Paetyn Dreckman

Municipal Finance Officer

First Reading: January 6th, 2025

Second Reading: February 3rd, 2025

Publication Date:

Effective Date:

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  Ordinance 714 – Rezoning Central Valley Dairy – first reading – Mayor Brown presented ordinance as request to adjust zoning map to reflect Central Valley Dairy property be zoned as General Business rather than Industrial. Council discussed. No action taken as was first reading.

  Resolution 2025-3 – Development Study – Council member Beaner presented resolution as written and background. Council discussion ensued. Council member Beaner motioned to approve resolution with a second from council member Bonte. Mayor Brown requested roll call vote. 6 ayes (Kientopf, Beaner, Rotert, Jacobson, Bonte, Story) 0 nays. Motion passed.

RESOLUTION #2025-3

WHEREAS, to provide for the orderly residential growth of the City of Garretson, the council hereby provides that the city engineer shall conduct a residential housing/infrastructure study on the land south of the current end of Main Avenue commonly referred to as the “South Main”.

During the study special consideration will be given to residential housing, recreational land (parks), and mixed commercial uses. Input on decisions will be taken from the city council members, utilities superintendent, and building inspector. Although all final decisions will be made by the city council members. At the completion of the study the city will be provided with a development concept with proposed project phasing, preliminary cost estimates, and prospective funding alternatives. The final concept and supportive materials can be utilized to inform future decision making and/or aid in marketing the development and associated properties.

If the Garretson city council does not select an appointed engineer by February 7th, the council’s finance committee shall be vested with the decision of which engineering firm will be used for this project.

NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Garretson, that a residential infostructure study pursuant to all the previously stated provisions shall be conducted.

Adopted this 3rd day of February 2025.                

Bruce Brown, City of Garretson Mayor

(SEAL)

ATTEST:

Paetyn Dreckman

Finance Officer

Publication:

Effective Date:

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  Resolution 2025-4 – Bridge Inspection – Mayor Brown presented resolution as written and background. Council discussion ensued. Council member Bonte motioned to approve resolution as written with a second from council member Beaner. Mayor Brown requested roll call vote 6 ayes (Kientopf, Beaner, Rotert, Jacobson, Bonte, Story) 0 nays. Motion passed.

RESOLUTION 2025-4 BRIDGE REINSPECTION PROGRAM RESOLUTION FOR USE WITH SDDOT RETAINER CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, 23 CFR 650, Subpart C, requires initial inspection of all bridges and reinspection at intervals not to exceed two years with the exception of reinforced concrete box culverts that meet specific criteria.  These culverts are reinspected at intervals not to exceed four years.

THEREFORE, the City of Garretson is desirous of participating in the Bridge Inspection Program using Bridge Replacement funds.

The City requests SDDOT to hire HDR (Consulting Engineers) for the inspection work.  SDDOT will secure Federal approvals, make payments to the Consulting Engineer for inspection services rendered, and bill the City for 20% of the cost.  The City will be responsible for the required 20% matching funds.

Dated this 3rd day of February 2025, at Garretson,  South Dakota.

Bruce Brown, City of Garretson Mayor

(SEAL)

ATTEST:

Paetyn Dreckman

Finance Officer

Publication:

Effective Date:

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New Business:

  The Gulch – Jellis and Danielson-Huve requesting feedback on hosting street dance during Jesse James Days 2025. Council discussion ensued. No action was taken

  Open Building Permit – Council member Bonte requested information and plan for A. Lyngen’s open building permit. Lyngen requested meeting after council to discuss personal matters. Council discussion ensued and council member Bonte and Story agreed to closed meeting with Lyngen.

  Annexation – Council member Beaner requested moving forward with annexation study on property outside of city limits as 25285 and 25279 485th Avenue Garretson SD. Council discussion ensued Council member Beaner motioned to allow for annexation study to begin with SECOG. Council member Bonte seconded the motion. 6 ayes (Kientopf, Beaner, Rotert, Jacobson, Bonte, Story) 0 nays. Motion passed.

  Metal Roof and Siding – Dreckman requesting changes to current zoning ordinances against metal roof and siding as it is becoming a popular option. Council discussion ensued and decided to move forward on changes via ordinance.

  Abatements – Dreckman presented abatement 2025-0014 approved by Minnehaha County. Council member Bonte motioned to approve abatement with a second from council member Beaner. 6 ayes (Kientopf, Beaner, Rotert, Jacobson, Bonte, Story) 0 nays. Motion passed.

Old Business:

  City Engineering Appointment – Council member Bonte recommended on behalf of selected committee to appoint DGR as city engineer. Council member Bonte motioned to select DGR as city engineer. Council member Beaner seconded the motion. 6 ayes (Kientopf, Beaner, Rotert, Jacobson, Bonte, Story) 0 nays. Motion passed.

Other Items Brought Before Council: none

EXECUTIVE SESSION: Pursuant of SDCL 125-2 (1), (2), (3), (4), (5),(6)

7:09 pm council member Rotert motioned to enter executive session on personnel matters. Council member Kientopf seconded the motion.

7:31pm council member Bonte motioned to re-enter open meeting

Action resulting from Executive Session: none

7:32 pm council member Kientopf motioned to adjourn with a second from council member Rotert. 6 ayes (Kientopf, Beaner, Rotert, Jacobson, Bonte, Story) 0 nays. Motion passed.

Meeting adjourned.

Bruce Brown, City of Garretson Mayor

(SEAL)

ATTEST:

Paetyn Dreckman

Finance Officer

(Unapproved)

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Notice to Bidders: MC25-02 Southeast SD County Striping Project

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This project consists of approximately 775 miles of retracing existing pavement markings and placing pavement markings on newly resurfaced roadways in 16 counties in Southeast South Dakota. These counties include: Bon Homme, Brookings, Charles-Mix, Clay, Codington, Douglas, Kingsbury, Lake, Lincoln, McCook, Miner, Minnehaha, Moody, Turner, Union, and Yankton. A complete and responsive proposal must include bids for all thirteen (16) counties and all line items. The award will be made based upon the total gross base bid (sum of all bidder’s bids for all counties). Each county participating in this bid will execute its own, separate contract with the low bidder, based on the quantities on the proposal form.

Online bids shall be received and accepted via the online electronic bid service through QuestCDN vBid online bidding, or by sealed paper copy by Minnehaha County Auditor’s Office, 415 N Dakota Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, not later than 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Bids shall be publicly opened and read at the Auditor’s Office at 10:30am.

For this project, bids will be received and accepted via the online electronic bid service through QuestCDN vBid online bidding, or by sealed paper copy. Sealed paper copies to be received by Minnehaha County Auditor’s Office, 415 N Dakota Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57104 Bidding information can be downloaded at www.questcdn.com. Reference QuestCDN project number 9521546 for a non-refundable charge of $22.00. Contact QuestCDN Customer Support at 952-233-1632 or for assistance in membership registration, downloading digital project information and vBid online bid submittal. Project bid documents must be downloaded from QuestCDN which will add your company to the Planholder List and allow access to vBid online bidding for the submittal of your bid.

For sealed paper bids, specifications and proposal forms that must be used are also available at Minnehaha County Highway Department located at 2124 E 60th Street North, Sioux Falls, SD 57103. Bids submitted on forms other than the proposal supplied by the Minnehaha County Highway Department will be irregular and will not be considered.

Minnehaha County reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive technicalities, and make award(s) as deemed to be in the best interest of the County.

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NOTICE OF HEARING

Notice is hereby given that on February 25, 2025 at or after 9:00 a.m. the Minnehaha County Board of County Commissioners will conduct a joint public hearing with the City of Dell Rapids to consider the following amendments to MC28-01, the 2001 Revised Joint Zoning Ordinance for Minnehaha County and City of Dell Rapids.  Such hearing will be part of the regularly scheduled meeting to be held in the County Commission meeting room, 415 N. Dakota Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD. 

ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT related to the following:

1) Amending Section 3.04 adding Vacation Home Rental/Short Term Rental.

2) Amending Section 4.04 adding Vacation Home Rental/Short Term Rental.

3) Amending Section 4A.04 adding Vacation Home Rental/Short Term Rental.  

4) Amending Section 5.04 adding Vacation Home Rental/Short Term Rental. 

5) Amending Section 9.04 adding Vacation Home Rental/Short Term Rental. 

6) Amending Section 12 adding 15.14 Vacation Home Rental/Short Term Rental

9) Adding a definition (679) Vacation Home Rental/Short Term Rental to Article 26.02.

All interested persons may appear and be heard.

Meeting Assistance:  Accommodations for meetings will be provided for persons with disabilities upon request.  Please contact the County Commission Office at (605) 367-4206 (Voice or TDD) 24 hours in advance of the meeting.

Dated: February 4, 2025

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NOTICE OF HEARING

Notice is hereby given that at a meeting of the Joint Sioux Falls City Council/Minnehaha County Commission to be held at 5:00 p.m. on February 25, 2025 in the Carnegie Town Hall located at 235 W. 10th Street, Sioux Falls, SD., there will be a public hearing to consider the following amendments to the Revised Joint Zoning Ordinance for Minnehaha County and the City of Sioux Falls.

REZONE from the Mapleton Golf Planned Development District to the A1-Agricultural District, property legally described as the SW¼ NW¼ of Section 25 T102N-R49W, Minnehaha County, SD.

All interested persons may appear and be heard.

Meeting Assistance: Accommodations for meetings will be provided for persons with disabilities upon request.  Please contact the County Commission Office at (605) 367-4206 (Voice or TDD) 24 hours in advance of the meeting.

Dated: February 4, 2025

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NOTICE OF HEARING

Notice is hereby given that on February 25, 2025 at or after 9:00 a.m. the Minnehaha County Board of County Commissioners will conduct a joint public hearing with the City of Dell Rapids to consider the following amendments to MC28-01, the 2001 Revised Joint Zoning Ordinance for Minnehaha County and City of Dell Rapids.  Such hearing will be part of the regularly scheduled meeting to be held in the Commission Meeting Room of the County Administration Building, 415 N Dakota Ave., Sioux Falls, SD. 

ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT related to the following:

Article 12.07 – Accessory Building and Uses – to add Intermodal Shipping/Storage Containers as an Allowed Accessory Building with requirements

Article 12.16 – Temporary Use – to add Intermodal Shipping/Storage Containers as an Allowed Temporary Use with requirements

Article 26.02 – Definitions – to add a definition for Intermodal Shipping/Storage Container

All interested persons may appear and be heard.

Meeting Assistance:  Accommodations for meetings will be provided for persons with disabilities upon request.  Please contact the County Commission Office at (605) 367-4206 (Voice or TDD) 24 hours in advance of the meeting.

Dated: February 4, 2025

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NOTICE OF HEARING

Notice is hereby given that on February 25, 2025 at or after 9:00 a.m. the Minnehaha County Board of County Commissioners will conduct a joint public hearing with the City of Dell Rapids to consider the following amendments to MC28-01, the 2001 Revised Joint Zoning Ordinance for Minnehaha County and City of Dell Rapids.  Such hearing will be part of the regularly scheduled meeting to be held in the County Commission meeting room, 415 N. Dakota Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD. 

ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT related to the following:

Section 12.15 LONG TERM LEASE OR RENTAL.  It is not the intent of this Ordinance to prohibit long-term lease or rental of property so long as such use is otherwise lawful.

All interested persons may appear and be heard.

Meeting Assistance:  Accommodations for meetings will be provided for persons with disabilities upon request.  Please contact the County Commission Office at (605) 367-4206 (Voice or TDD) 24 hours in advance of the meeting.

Dated: February 4, 2025

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Notice of Hearing: for Adult Name Change 49CIV 25-000207

STATE OF SOUTH DAKOTA) SS COUNTY OF MINNEHAHA)

IN CIRCUIT COURT SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT In the Matter of the Petition of James Peter Gross, For a Change of Name to James Peter Edison.

49CIV:25-000207

Notice is hereby given that a Verified Petition for Adult Name Change has been filed James Peter Gross, the object and prayer of which is to change Petitioner’s name from James Peter Gross to James Peter Edison.

On the 4th day of March, 2025, at the hour of 11:00 a.m. said Verified Petition will be heard by this Court before the Honorable Pekas, at the Court Room in the Minnehaha County Courthouse, City of Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, or as soon thereafter as is convenient for the court. Anyone may come and appear at that time and place and show reasons, if any, why said name should not be changed as re- quested.

Dated this 14th day of January, 2025 at Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Attested by, Cathy Arant Clerk of Court.

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Minutes of the Town of Sherman for February 4, 2025, 2025

The Sherman Town Board met in regular session Tuesday February 4, 2025 @ 7:30pm

Members Present: Gerry Karpen, Dawn Williams, Larry Sutton and Cheryl Swenson.

Others Present: Justin Haman, Dallas Moore, Blake Klvenberg, and Bill Benson

Karpen called the meeting to order.

Routine Business:

Approval of the agenda- Motion by Williams to approve the agenda, 2nd by Sutton-all ayes, motion carried.

Minutes of the January 7, 2025 meeting were read—Sutton made a motion to approve the minutes, 2nd by Williams—all Ayes, motion carried.

The Treasurer’s report was read—Williams made a motion to approve the Treasurers report as read, 2nd by Sutton—all Ayes, motion carried.

Open floor to comments: 

-- Bill Benson wanted to reserve some tables for May 10, 2025 for graduation—Swenson said she would reserve them for him.

Claims Approved to be paid:

Minnehaha Community Water $60.00 for water, Palisades Propane $337.07 for propane, Xcel Energy $78.58 for town hall lights, $294.18 for street lights, $30.17 for park lights, Don’s Auto & Tire Co. $981.54 for brake repair on snowplow.

Old Business:

1. Roof Repairs: Tabled until warmer weather.

New Business:

1. Set date for Board of Equalization meeting—meeting will be March 18, 2025 at 7:30pm.

2. Deadline for filing petitions—deadline for petitions is February 28, 2025 at 5:00pm.

3. Notary—Swenson’s notary will be up in April, Williams made a motion to renew Swenson’s notary bond, 2nd by Sutton—all ayes motion carried.

Williams made a motion to adjourn, 2nd by Sutton—all ayes. Next regular meeting will be March 4, 2025 @7:30pm. Cheryl Swenson Town Clerk

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NOTICE OF MEETING OF LOCAL EQUALIZATION BOARD                                 SDCL10-11-13

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the governing body, sitting as a Review Board of Equalization for the 

Town of Sherman, Minnehaha County, will meet at the City Town Hall in said

taxing jurisdiction on 18th day of March, 2025 for the purpose of reviewing and correcting the 

Assessment of said taxing district for the year, 2025.

All persons considering themselves aggrieved by said assessment, are required to notify the clerk

Of the local board no later than March 10th, 2025 of their intention to appeal their assessment.

Town of Sherman

Cheryl Swenson

Feb. 10, 2025

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