Minutes of the Minnehaha County Commissioners for May 6, 2025
Minutes of the City Council of Garretson for May 5, 2025
ORDINANCE NO. 716
ORDINANCE NO. 717
ORDINANCE NO. 718
RESOLUTION 2025-10
Notice of Hearing: for Adult Name Change 49CIV 25-2054
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of DAVID W. MOYER, Deceased.
Minutes of the Town of Sherman for May 6, 2025
Minutes of Minnehaha Building Committee for May 6, 2025
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Annual Report for the City of Garretson 2024
Minutes of the Minnehaha County Commissioners for May 6, 2025
THE MINNEHAHA COUNTY COMMISSION CONVENED AT 9:00 AM on May 6, 2025, pursuant to adjournment on April 22, 2025. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT WERE: Bleyenberg, Heisey, and Kippley. Commissioners Beninga and Karsky were absent. Also present were Kym Christiansen, Commission Recorder, and Eric Bogue, Chief Civil Deputy State’s Attorney.
Vice Chair Bleyenberg called the meeting to order.
MOTION by Heisey, seconded by Kippley, to Approve the Agenda. 3 ayes
CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION by Kippley, seconded by Heisey, to Approve the Consent Agenda. By roll call vote: 3 ayes. The consent agenda includes the following items:
Commission Meeting Minutes for April 22, 2025
Joint City of Sioux Falls/Minnehaha County Meeting Minutes from April 22, 2025
Bills to be Paid $2,636,916.71
3200 RUSSELL LLC Motels $180, 605 COMPANIES Contracted Construction $32980.5, A BAR K INC Automotive/Small Equipment $46.69, A BAR K INC Truck Repairs & Maintenance $238.98, A&B BUSINESS SOLUT Lease-Rental Agreement $298.76, A&B BUSINESS SOLUT Maintenance Contracts $472.46, A&B BUSINESS SOLUT Office Supplies $52.76, AARON GEORGE PROPERT Welfare Rent $1295, AB PROPANE INC Gas Oil & Diesel $59.8, ABI HHS Maintenance $13467.9, ABI Repair/Renovations $722.3, ADVANCED TECH INC Data Communications $128.68, AIRWAY SERVICE INC Automotive/Small Equipment $827.21, AIRWAY SERVICE INC Gas Oil & Diesel $65.39, ALL NATIONS INTERPRE Interpreters $7669.4, AMERICAN INK LLC Uniform Allowance $307.88, ANDERSON, JENNIFER Bd Evaluations (Minnehaha) $1393.32, ANGEL, EDWARD P Attorney Fees $1763.19, APPEARA Program Activities $56.77, ARGUS LEADER - SUBSC Books $279.89, ASH LAW OFFICE PLLC Attorney Fees $988.55, ASH LAW OFFICE PLLC Child Defense Attorney $4176.25, AUTOMATIC BUILDING C Security Alarm $106.12, AVERA MCKENNAN Other Medical Services $1293.97, BALOUN LAW PC Child Defense Attorney $1060.35, BALTIC FIRE DEPT Baltic Fire Department $29741.5, BARRETT-MAYL, CHRIS Business Travel $188, BATTERIES PLUS Sign Supply Inventory $47.3, BECHTEL, DAVID Welfare Rent $700, BEN BAXA Taxable Meal Allowances $28, BENZ, KARI Miscellaneous Expense $400, BERT BUCHER Business Travel $78, BLACKBURN & STEVENS Attorney Fees $204.73, BOSMAN, JOSEPH Business Travel $74, BRANDON FIRE DEPT Brandon Fire Department $65710, BROWNELLS INC. Other Supplies $18.87, BURNS, JASON Investigators Expenses $196.98, BX CIVIL & CONSTRUCT Contracted Construction $207791.2, C & R SUPPLY INC Bldg/Yard Repair & Maintenance $156.8, C & R SUPPLY INC Heavy Equip Repairs & Maint $10.52, C & R SUPPLY INC Truck Repairs & Maintenance $95.52, CADWELL SANFORD DEIB Due To Other Governments $1798, CANFIELD BUSINESS IN Furniture & Office Equipment $3176.92, CENTURY BUSINESS PRO Lease Principal $719.04, CENTURY BUSINESS PRO Maintenance Contracts $1310.13, CENTURY BUSINESS PRO Office Supplies $25, CENTURYLINK LONG DIS Telephone $10.86, CHAGOLLA, ALBERT Interpreters $390, CHAKS LLC Welfare Rent $875, CHAPEL HILL FUNERAL Burials $3200, CHARMTEX INC Child Care Items $31.37, CHARMTEX INC Safety & Rescue Equipment $101.56, CINDY WILSON Program Activities $175.06, CINDY WILSON Store Inventory $95.85, CINTAS CORPORATION Janitorial Chemical Supplies $365, CINTAS CORPORATION Uniform Allowance $93.36, CNC FOOD FACTORY LLC Miscellaneous Expense $212.25, COLTON FIRE & RESCUE Colton Fire Department $29739, COMPUTER FORENSIC RE Professional Services $1399.35, CONSTELLATION Natural Gas $25783.34, CORE & MAIN LP Road Maint & Material $2214, CORRECTIONAL MEDICAL Contract Services $509566.11, CPI/GUARDIAN Inmate Supplies $3661.41, CRANBROOK, KATHERYN Child Defense Attorney $9750, CROOKS VOLUNTEER FIR Crooks Fire Department $21498, CULLIGAN WATER Maintenance Contracts $43.2, CUTTING EDGE TINT Automotive/Small Equipment $225, DAKOTA AUTO PARTS Automotive/Small Equipment $323.8, DAKOTA EMBALMING & T Transportation $10100, DAKOTA FLUID POWER I Heavy Equip Repairs & Maint $48.11, DAKOTA FLUID POWER I Truck Repairs & Maintenance $81.83, DAKOTA RIGGERS & TOO Truck Repairs & Maintenance $23, DAKOTA SUPPLY GROUP Jail Repairs & Maintenance $727.12, DAKOTALAND AUTOGLASS Automotive/Small Equipment $129.98, DATA SYSTEMS INC Office Supplies $57, DAWLEY HOSPITALITY L Homeland Security $14850, DECASTRO LAW OFFICE Attorney Fees $7778.5, DELL MARKETING LP Data Processing Equipment $7804.27, DELL RAPIDS COMMUNIT Ambulance Services $45000, DELL RAPIDS FIRE DEP Dell Rapids Fire Department $37465.5, DERHAGOPIAN LAW PROF Attorney Fees $3910, DIAMOND MOWERS INC Parts Inventory $891.69, DIAMOND MOWERS INC Truck Repairs & Maintenance $321.56, DONELAN, TRAVIS Business Travel $547, DOYLE, BETSY R Business Travel $614.1, DREXLER, RUSSELL Business Travel $188, DUST TEX SERVICE INC Janitorial Chemical Supplies $43.59, EAST RIVER PSYCHOLOG Psych Evals $2500, EAST VILLAGE Welfare Rent $700, EH HOSPITALITY LLC Welfare Rent $500, EICH LAW OFFICE LLC Attorney Fees $7541, ELECTRIC CONSTRUCTIO Courts Building $6750, ELLIOTT CRAYNE Investigators Expenses $43.55, ERIK VAN BUREN Business Travel $531.02, ETTERMAN ENTERPRISES Small Tools & Shop Supplies $299.46, EXPERIENCE SIOUX FAL Advertising $50, FALLS VIEW Miscellaneous Expense $35, FASTENAL COMPANY Sign Supply Inventory $118.92, FASTENAL COMPANY Small Tools & Shop Supplies $45.66, FLEETPRIDE INC Truck Repairs & Maintenance $19.38, FORCE AMERICA DISTRI Truck Repairs & Maintenance $33.64, FOX, DANIEL Bd Exp Fees (Yankton) $812.91, G & R CONTROLS INC Heat, Vent & AC Repairs $7665, G & R CONTROLS INC HHS Maintenance $388.98, G&H DISTRIBUTING I Jail Repairs & Maintenance $175.81, GALLS PARENT HOLDING Postage $15.98, GALLS PARENT HOLDING Uniform Allowance $4413, GARRETSON COMMUNITY Ambulance Services $45000, GARRETSON FIRE DEPT Garretson Fire Department $32350, GBR INC Interpreters $360, GIRARD, JENNA Business Travel $274, GIRTON ADAMS Road Maint & Material $96.02, GLOBAL TEL LINK (GT Telephone $1.04, GOEBEL PRINTING INC Printing/Forms $398.64, GOLDEN WEST Telephone $69.95, GP PSYCHIARTY CONSUL Psych Evals $5600, GRAHAM TIRE CO NORTH Automotive/Small Equipment $600, GRAINGER Jail Repairs & Maintenance $92.64, GRAINGER Kitchen/Cleaning Supplies $19.2, GRAINGER Small Tools & Shop Supplies $24.43, GRAINGER Truck Repairs & Maintenance $101.11, GRIESE LAW FIRM Attorney Fees $6064, GUNNER, ANDREA Court Reporters $414.7, GUZMAN, SANDRA V Interpreters $330, HARMELINK & FOX LAW Attorney Fees $505.6, HARTFORD AREA FIRE & Hartford Fire Department $53230, HATTERVIG, CLAIR Business Travel $188, HEARTLAND FUNERAL HO Burials $2000, HUMBOLDT FIRE & AMBU Ambulance Services $45000, HUMBOLDT FIRE & AMBU Humboldt Fire Department $26003.5, HYDRO-CHEM SYSTEMS I Building Repairs & Maintenance $80.32, HYVEE Juvenile Diversion Restitution $12, HYVEE ACCOUNTS RECEI Jury Fees $61.35, IMEG CORP Architects & Engineers $21220.1, INNOVATIVE OFFICE SO Building Repairs & Maintenance $1350.92, INNOVATIVE OFFICE SO Coliseum $605.98, INNOVATIVE OFFICE SO Fairgrounds $756.17, INNOVATIVE OFFICE SO Heat, Vent & AC Repairs $6100.5, INNOVATIVE OFFICE SO HHS Maintenance $1368.96, INNOVATIVE OFFICE SO Hwy Shop Repairs & Maintenance $1040.36, INNOVATIVE OFFICE SO Jail Repairs & Maintenance $3422.79, INNOVATIVE OFFICE SO JDC Maintenance $1694.94, INTEK Contract Services $486, INTERLAKES COMMUNITY Miscellaneous Expense $2040, INTERSTATE ALL BATTE Automotive/Small Equipment $422.9, INTERSTATE COMMERCIA Jail Repairs & Maintenance $140, INTERSTATE OFFICE PR Office Supplies $927.78, INTERSTATE POWER SYS Maintenance Contracts $597.65, ISI LLC Interpreters $120, JAYMAR Printing/Forms $193.7, JCL SOLUTIONS Inmate Supplies $4417.5, JCL SOLUTIONS Kitchen/Cleaning Supplies $7586.33, JEFFERSON PARTNERS L Transportation $948.84, JOHN O'MALLEY Business Travel $53.6, JOHNSON, ERIC C MacArthur SJC Grant $507.02, JONAS, DARRELL Uniform Allowance $120, JOURNEY GROUP COMPAN Contracted Construction $77882.5, KAMI PHEIFER Education & Training $95.14, KATTERHAGEN, MARK Bd Exp Fees (Yankton) $136, KAYCEE SINA Taxable Meal Allowances $28, KENNEDY PIER & LOFTU Attorney Fees $600, KERKVLIET, SARAH Business Travel $78, KNECHT, ANDREW J Attorney Fees $1580.5, KNECHT, ANDREW J Child Defense Attorney $1861, KNIFE RIVER Grounds & Parking Repair $228.9, KRISTA LEIDHOLT Business Travel $54, LACEY RENTALS INC Lease-Rental Agreement $140, LANGENFELD, STEPHAN Psych Evals $2100, LARSON, VALERIE Bd Exp Fees (Yankton) $136, LEACH, JASON DUANE MacArthur SJC Grant $74, LEWNO LAW OFFICE Bd Exp Fees (Yankton) $706.42, LG EVERIST INC Road Maint & Material $816.95, LILLA, CHRIS Taxable Meal Allowances $83.01, LISA CARLSON REPORTI Court Reporters $307.6, LOPEZ, REBECA Interpreters $520, LOUNSBERY, MARY C MI Child Defense Attorney $674.4, LOVING, PHILIP Bd Evaluations (Minnehaha) $1283.35, LUTHERAN SOCIAL SVCS Evening Report Center $3789.88, LUTHERAN SOCIAL SVCS Shelter Care/Reception Center $113509.76, LYNN, JACKSON, SHULT Attorney Fees $1335.5, LYONS VOLUNTEER FIRE Lyons Fire Department $8709, MAC'S HARDWARE Jail Repairs & Maintenance $11.98, MALLOY ELECTRIC Small Tools & Shop Supplies $145.38, MALLOY ELECTRIC Truck Repairs & Maintenance $496.53, MARK JONAS Sign Deposits $50, MARSH & MCLENNAN LLC Notary Exp $100, MASTER BLASTER Truck Repairs & Maintenance $123.9, MATT WAGER Misc Revenue $300, MCGOVERN, MIKE Business Travel $54, MCGOVERN, MIKE Uniform Allowance $385.8, MENARD INC Plumbing & Welding $11.2, MENARD INC Truck Repairs & Maintenance $44.99, MIDAMERICAN ENERGY C Natural Gas $3723.25, MIDAMERICAN ENERGY C Welfare Utilities $70.89, MIDCONTINENT COMMUNI Amounts Held For Others $266.78, MIDLAND INC Fairgrounds $2142.06, MIDLAND INC Heat, Vent & AC Repairs $10.69, MIDWESTERN MECHANICA Contract Services $378.61, MIDWESTERN MECHANICA Plumbing & Welding $199.84, MINNEAPOLIS FORENSIC Psych Evals $562.5, MINNEHAHA COMMUNITY Tea-Ellis Range $64.5, MINNEHAHA COMMUNITY Water - Sewer $60, NAPA AUTO PARTS Automotive/Small Equipment $261.83, NAPA AUTO PARTS Small Tools & Shop Supplies $38.94, NGUYEN, LAM Interpreters $60, NORTH STAR SOLUTIONS HS Donations $3350, NYBERGS ACE HARDWARE Other Supplies $25.08, NYBERGS ACE HARDWARE Small Tools & Shop Supplies $15.19, OFFICE DEPOT INC Data Processing Supplies $398.53, OLSON LAW FIRM PLLC Attorney Fees $1711, OPEX Office Supplies $289.52, OREILLY AUTOMOTIVE S Automotive/Small Equipment $222.15, OREILLY AUTOMOTIVE S Small Tools & Shop Supplies $163.86, OWENS, THOMAS DARREL Professional Services $2000, PANTHER GRAPHICS LLC Publishing Fees $917, PAYTON, ARISTARCHUS Business Travel $311.55, PETERSON, MIKE Business Travel $188, PFEIFER IMPLEMENT CO Automotive/Small Equipment $68.28, PHARMCHEM INC Testing Supplies $31.95, PHOENIX SUPPLY LLC Inmate Supplies $1484.44, PIONEER ENTERPRISES Burials $3750, PRAIRIE WYNN PROPERT Welfare Rent $700, PRECISE MRM LLC Software $360, PRECISION KIOSK TECH Testing Supplies $4500, PRICE, THOMAS L Psych Evals $10560, QUALIFIED PRESORT SE Postage $356.59, R&L SUPPLY LTD Jail Repairs & Maintenance $38.86, R&L SUPPLY LTD Plumbing & Welding $92.18, RED WING OF SIOUX FA Uniform Allowance $332.24, RELIANCE TELEPHONE I Telephone $1.57, RENNER FIRE RESCUE Renner Fire Department $19533, RENTOKIL NORTH AMERI Contract Services $247.01, REYNOLDS LAW LLC Child Defense Attorney $3215.7, RISK ANALYSIS & MANA Insurance Admin Fee $2957.5, RISTY, MAXINE J Court Reporters $410.35, ROTOROOTER Hwy Shop Repairs & Maintenance $733, ROTOROOTER JDC Maintenance $303, SAFE HOME LTD PTNRSH Rent Subsidies $10480, SALBERG, AARON DEAN Attorney Fees $1284, SALBERG, AARON DEAN Child Defense Attorney $192, SAMO PROPERTIES LLC Welfare Rent $425, SAMS CLUB - MEMBERSH Child Care Items $80.88, SAMS CLUB - MEMBERSH Other Supplies $152.28, SAMS CLUB - MEMBERSH Professional Services $196.62, SAMS CLUB - MEMBERSH School Lunch Program $214.02, SAMS CLUB - MEMBERSH Supplemental Food $6.94, SANFORD Other Medical Services $10146.48, SANFORD CLINIC Lab Costs $1660, SCHUMACHER ELEVATOR Jail Repairs & Maintenance $255, SD HUMAN SERVICES CE Record Requests $28.6, SD URBAN INDIAN HEAL MacArthur SJC Grant $40000, SEVERSON, TRISTA Business Travel $78, SHADOW INDUSTRIES Welfare Rent $511, SIOUX AREA METRO Bus Passes $625, SIOUX EMPIRE TRIAGE Miscellaneous Expense $100000, SIOUX FALLS CITY Clinics - Auxiliary Services $611.4, SIOUX FALLS CITY Contracted Construction $18564.48, SIOUX FALLS CITY Electricity $9612.42, SIOUX FALLS CITY Miscellaneous Expense $334594.32, SIOUX FALLS CITY Professional Services $646.56, SIOUX FALLS CITY Water - Sewer $17831.21, SIOUX FALLS CITY Welfare Utilities $185.64, SIOUX FALLS FORD INC Gas Oil & Diesel $79.43, SIOUX FALLS RUBBER S Office Supplies $10.95, SISSON PRINTING INC Police Reserve Donations Exp $121.82, SOUTH DAKOTA MAGAZIN Advertising $1650, SOUTHEASTERN BEHAVIO Miscellaneous Expense $49921.25, SPLITROCK FIRE DEPT Split Rock Fire Department $27196, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Amts Held-Daily Scram $4251, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Amts Held-Remote Breath $1065, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Architects & Engineers $978.58, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Automotive/Small Equipment $4.5, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Child Care Items $627.7, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Contracted Construction $2059.51, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Data Communications $200, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Education & Training $2500, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Extension Background Checks $50, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Inmate Supplies $3078, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Miscellaneous Expense $28, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Notary Exp $30, STATE OF SOUTH DAKOT Telephone $51, STREICHERS INC Other Supplies $463.07, STREICHERS INC Safety & Rescue Equipment $3144.98, STREICHERS INC Uniform Allowance $2106.86, SUMMIT FOOD SERVICE Board Of Prisoners-Meals $144222.8, SUMMIT FOOD SERVICE Child Care Food $815.39, SUMMIT FOOD SERVICE Inmate Supplies $950.36, SUMMIT FOOD SERVICE School Lunch Program $1789.42, TACTICAL SOLUTIONS Communication Equipment Repair $1080, TARA ROLLINGER Juvenile Diversion Restitution $30, TERA MCDONNELL Juvenile Diversion Restitution $30, TESSMAN SEED COMP Grounds & Parking Repair $135.6, THE LODGE AT DEADWOO Business Travel $865, THOMPSON, PAIGE Bd Evaluations (Minnehaha) $375, THURMAN, CREIGHTON Attorney Fees $516.6, TRANE JDC Maintenance $903.95, TRANSOURCE TRUCK & E Truck Repairs & Maintenance $831.53, TRI-STATE NURSING Professional Services $5817.5, TSCHETTER & ADAMS LA Attorney Fees $4328.31, TWO WAY SOLUTIONS IN Communication Equipment $9341.02, TWO WAY SOLUTIONS IN Communication Equipment Repair $718.98, TZADIK SIOUX FALLS I Welfare Rent $1509, ULINE Store Sales $359.08, UNIVERSITY PARK LEGA Professional Services $718.75, US FOODS INC Other Supplies $34.09, US FOODS INC Professional Services $804.35, VALLEY SPRINGS VOLUN Valley Springs Fire Department $17573.5, VER BEEK, KELSEY Child Defense Attorney $3451.3, WALTER, MAX Attorney Fees $2640, WAYNE TOWNSHIP Wayne Township Fire Department $9884.5, WESTERN DETENTION Jail Repairs & Maintenance $863, WOHLWEND, AARON Education & Training $400, XCEL ENERGY Electricity $54654.15, XCEL ENERGY Road Maint & Material $13.77, XCEL ENERGY INC Welfare Utilities $3211.16, XIGENT SOLUTIONS LLC Maintenance Contracts $3888.72, YANKTON COUNTY Return Of Service $150, ZISHKA, ADAM MacArthur SJC Grant $74.
The following reports were received and placed on file in the Auditor's Office:
April 2025 Building Permit Report
Auditor's Account with the County Treasurer for March 2025
Routine Personnel Actions
New Hires
1. Dominic Johnson, seasonal Laborer for the Highway, at $19.25/hour effective 5/7/25.
2. Rylie Wurtz, Highway Maintenance Team Member for the Highway, at $23.64/hour (12/1) effective 4/28/25.
3. Eric Hanssen, Tax and License Technician for the Treasurer's Office, at $21.42/hour (10/1) effective 4/28/25.
Promotions
1. Jenna Girard, from Project Engineer to Assistant Highway Superintendent, at $3,596.80/biweekly (22/2) effective 4/26/25.
2. Dylan McKee, temporary promotion from Correctional Officer to Corporal for the Jail, at $31.81/hour (17/2) effective 3/29/25.
3. Awor Arop, from Paralegal to Deputy State's Attorney for the State's Attorney's Office, at $3,777.60/biweekly (22/3) effective 4/26/25.
Step Increases
1. Meredith Jarchow Olson, Assistant Commission Administrative Officer for the Commission Officer, at $3,596.80/biweekly (22/2) effective 4/29/25.
2. Michael Gayo Gatluak, Correctional Officer for the Jail, at $29.54/hour (14/4) effective 4/2/25.
3. Cameron Larson, Juvenile Correctional Officer I for the Juvenile Detention Center, at $28.12/hour (13/4) effective 4/30/25.
4. Steven Vanwhye, Juvenile Correctional Officer II for the Juvenile Detention Center, at $40.73/hour (16/13) effective 4/2/25.
5. Erik Van Buren, Senior Deputy Public Defender for the Public Defender's Office, at $4,170.40/biweekly (22/7) effective 4/11/25.
6. Kendra Black, Safe Home Program Assistant for Safe Home, at $22.51/hour (09/3) effective 4/15/25.
7. Justin Duchene, Administrative Secretary for the Sheriff's Office, at $26.76/hour (10/08) effective 4/18/25.
8. Rebecca Brown, Diversion Program Coordinator for the State's Attorney's Office, at $33.42/hour (16/5) effective 4/2/25.
9. Christian Jensen, Senior Deputy State's Attorney for the State's Attorney's Office, at $4,068.00/biweekly (22/6) effective 4/2/25.
10. Jessica Lichty, Digital Discovery Technician for the State's Attorney's Office, at $31.04/hour (14/6) effective 4/2/25.
11. Ashley Ostrem, Victim Witness Assistant for the State's Attorney's Office, at $33.42/hour (16/5) effective 4/2/25.
12. James Sadkovich, Senior Deputy State's Attorney for the State's Attorney's Office, at $4,068.00/biweekly (22/6) effective 4/19/25.
Other Salary Changes
1. To begin Accident Reconstruction specialty pay for Wayne Feddersen, Deputy Sheriff for the Sheriff's Office, at $37.23/hour (17/6) effective 4/26/25.
2. To begin Accident Reconstruction specialty pay for Matthew Larson, Deputy Sheriff for the Sheriff's Office, at $36.28/hour (17/6) effective 4/26/25.
To record significant employee anniversaries for May 2025: 5 years-Kevin Headrick, Ashley Ostrem, Christopher Schultz, Joseph Veen; 10 years-Brianna Dschaak.
To record volunteers in County Departments for April 2025. This list is on file at Human Resources.
Notices and Requests
South Dakota Department of Health Notice of Disinterment Permit for the Remains of Dale Rogers
South Dakota Department of Transportation Notice of Open House/Public Meeting on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, for Proposed Project to Reconstruct S.D. Highway 19 near Humboldt, SD
Items within Policy Guidelines
Approve a Purchase Agreement between City of Crooks and Minnehaha County for the Sale of Two Large Ballot Boxes
ALCOHOL LICENSE
Kym Christiansen, Commission Recorder, was present for the public hearing to consider a Special Event On-Sale Wine Retailers License and Special Event Malt Beverage Retailer's License for the Siouxland Renaissance Association at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds on June 7th and 8th. The application was provided to the Sheriff's Office, State's Attorney's Office, and Planning Department for review and there were no objections or concerns reported.
Vice-Chair Bleyenberg asked for proponents and opponents to speak on the topic; there were no proponents or opponents to speak on the topic.
MOTION by Heisey, seconded by Kippley, to Approve a Special Event Malt Beverage and On-Sale Wine Retailer's License for Siouxland Renaissance Association at W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds on June 7th and 8th, 2025. By roll call vote: 3 ayes.
ALCOHOL LICENSE RENEWAL
Upon the request of Kym Christiansen, Commission Recorder, MOTION by Kippley, seconded by Heisey, to Approve the 2025-2026 Malt Beverage & SD Farm Wine License Renewal Applications for Northern Links Golf Course, Garretson Sportsman’s Club, Pump N Pak, Strawbale Winery, Emerald Pines Barn, LLC, Wall Lake Oil Co, Wild Water West Waterpark, I-90 Speedway, Crooks Gun Club, Wilde Prairie Winery, Mighty Corson Art Players, Pilot's Roadhouse, Huset's Speedway, Yogi Bear Campground, Uncle Ed's Specialty Meats, Chaser's Food and Spirits, A Homestead Brew, State Line Casino, Renner Corner, Izaak Walton League, Bottom's Up, W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds, and Baltic Corner. By roll call vote: 3 ayes.
PRESENTATION
Erin Johnson and Tom Weerheim, Board of Mental Illness Co-Chairs, presented the Board of Mental Illness Annual Presentation. Discussion followed about the numbers of holds for the Minnehaha/Lincoln County Board of Mental Illness, options for involuntary commitments, and other items related to the Board of Mental Illness.
GRANT APPLICATION
Upon the request of Maria Munkvold, Emergency Management Assistant Director, MOTION by Kippley, seconded by Heisey, to Authorize the Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office to Apply for the Walmart Community Grant Program. By roll call vote: 3 ayes.
PRESENTATION
Kari Benz, Human Services Director, and Lori Montis, Assistant Human Services Director, presented the Human Services Annual presentation. Discussion followed on efficiencies being implemented for 2025 and 2026, goals and significant projects or initiatives for 2026, and potential impacts on the FY2026 budget.
WHEEL TAX BRIEFING
Jacob Maras, Highway Superintendent, provided a briefing on Highway Revenue and Wheel Tax. Discussion followed about the history of the wheel tax, comparison to neighboring counties, revenue per year compared to project cost increases, rising costs for pavement management, safety improvements, and the 5-year plan for the department.
PURCHASE AUTHORIZATION
Upon the request of Jacob Maras, Highway Superintendent, MOTION by Kippley, seconded by Heisey, to Authorize the Highway Department to Purchase up to $130,000 of Metal Culverts from Beadle County’s Metal Culvert Bid. By roll call vote: 3 ayes.
PRESENTATION
Tom Greco, Commission Administrative Officer, presented the Commission Office Annual Presentation. Discussion followed on the organization of the department, the 2024 annual snapshot, 2025 major projects, and the 2026 project outlook.
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
Anna Vorhes, Siouxland Renaissance Association, invited the Minnehaha County Commission to the Renaissance Festival on June 7th and 8th, 2025.
COMMISSIONER LIAISON REPORTS
Commissioner Heisey reported on the construction occurring at the Museum and meeting with various department heads regarding FY 2026 requests.
Commissioner Bleyenberg reported on the recent School/City/County meeting with a presentation on the Juvenile Justice Center, and meeting with representatives from the Glory House.
Commissioner Kippley reported on the recent meeting of the Minnehaha County Planning Commission and the upcoming joint meeting with the City of Dell Rapids.
MOTION by Kippley, seconded by Heisey, to Enter into Executive Session pursuant to SDCL 1-25-2 (1), (3), (4), and (6) at 10:44 a.m. 3 ayes.
Vice-Chair Bleyenberg declared the executive session concluded at 11:53 a.m.
MOTION by Kippley, seconded by Heisey, to Adjourn at 11:54 a.m. 3 ayes.
The Commission adjourned until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 20, 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 May 5, 2025
City of Garretson
May 5th, 2025
The City Council of the City of Garretson, Minnehaha County, South Dakota met in regular session on Monday, May 5th, 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 - absent
Dave Bonte – Ward II
Matthew Jacobson – Ward II
Jackie Rotert – Ward III
Brayden Beaner -- Ward III
OTHERS IN ATTENDANCE: Paetyn Dreckman, Jordan Doane, JR Hofer, Sam Johnson, Carrie Moritz, Colleen Collier, Tad Heitkamp, Adam Zishka, Kurtis Nelson, Greg Beaner, Rod Tilma, Mike Decker, Steve Kirton, and Mark Homandberg (NOTE: All attendees hereinafter to be referred to by last name and first initials when necessary)
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL:
A. Agenda – 05-05-2025 Regular Meeting
B. Claims Approved Dated 05-05-2025
C. Minutes April 2025 Regular Meeting. April 2025 Special Canvass Meeting
Council member Rotert motioned to approve agenda items with a second from council member Kientopf. 5 ayes (Kientopf, Beaner, Rotert, Jacobson, Bonte), 0 nays, 1 absent (Story). Motion passed.
MONTHLY REPORT OF VOUCHERS PROCESSED
FOR MAY 5TH, 2025, REGULAR MEETING
Report Title Claims Report Period 04/03/2025 To 05/01/2025
Vendor Name References Invoice Amount Transaction # Date
ACCRUED TAXES PAYABLE - FICA 101-21710
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 849.18 04/03/2025
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 849.00 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED TAXES PAYABLE - FICA $ 1,698.18
ACCRUED TAXES PAYABLE - WTHHLD 101-21730
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 402.48 04/03/2025
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 408.95 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED TAXES PAYABLE - WTHHLD $ 811.43
ACCR TAX PAYABLE - FICA 602-21710
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 317.68 04/03/2025
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 318.96 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - ACCR TAX PAYABLE - FICA $ 636.64
ACCRUED TAX PAYABLE - WH 602-21730
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 144.44 04/03/2025
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 145.24 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED TAX PAYABLE - WH $ 289.68
ACCR TAX PAYABLE - FICA 604-21710
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 345.22 04/03/2025
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 341.02 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - ACCR TAX PAYABLE - FICA $ 686.24
ACCRUED TAX PAYABLE - WH 604-21730
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 150.90 04/03/2025
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 148.11 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED TAX PAYABLE - WH $ 299.01
ACCR TAX PAYABLE - FICA 617-21710
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 317.60 04/03/2025
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 318.94 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - ACCR TAX PAYABLE - FICA $ 636.54
ACCRUED TAX PAYABLE - WH 617-21730
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 144.43 04/03/2025
EFTPS/IRS (FED/FICA TAXES) Payroll Run $ 145.22 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED TAX PAYABLE - WH $ 289.65
ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYABLE 101-21740
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Payroll Run $ 615.66 04/03/2025
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Payroll Run $ 616.68 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYABLE $ 1,232.34
ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYAB 602-21740
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Payroll Run $ 265.34 04/03/2025
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Payroll Run $ 266.36 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYAB $ 531.70
ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYAB 604-21740
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Payroll Run $ 265.34 04/03/2025
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Payroll Run $ 266.36 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYAB $ 531.70
ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYAB 617-21740
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Payroll Run $ 265.28 04/03/2025
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Payroll Run $ 266.28 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED RETIREMENT PAYAB $ 531.56
Services & Fees 604-43250-422
A&B BUSINESS EQUIPMENT City Officer Printer $ 35.41 40261 04/07/2025
FIRST BANK & TRUST March Utility Collection $ 33.33 40274 04/14/2025
ALTERNATIVE HR, LLC HR Services $ 34.75 40299 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 103.49
Services & Fees 602-4335-422
A&B BUSINESS EQUIPMENT City Office Printer $ 35.41 40261 04/07/2025
FIRST BANK & TRUST March Utility Collection $ 33.33 40274 04/14/2025
ALTERNATIVE HR, LLC HR Services $ 34.75 40299 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 103.49
Services & Fees 101-4142-422
A&B BUSINESS EQUIPMENT City Office Printer $ 35.41 40261 04/07/2025
ALTERNATIVE HR, LLC HR Services $ 34.75 40299 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 70.16
Services & Fees 617-4380-422
A&B BUSINESS EQUIPMENT City Office Printer $ 35.41 40261 04/07/2025
AVERA OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE Substance Screening $ 135.00 40276 04/14/2025
FIRST BANK & TRUST March Utility Collection $ 33.34 40274 04/14/2025
STEVE'S ELECTRIC Gas Meter Piping $ 492.34 40267 04/14/2025
ALTERNATIVE HR, LLC HR Services $ 34.75 40299 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 730.84
Services & Fees 101-4520-422
ROVERPASS Refund $ 20.97 04/09/2025
GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 20.97
Rentals 101-4520-424
WIESE, LOIS Devil's Gulch Rental $ 1,000.00 40265 04/14/2025
LACEY'S RENTALS Portable Restrooms $ 350.00 40286 04/28/2025
LACEY'S RENTALS Portable Restrooms $ 350.00 40286 04/28/2025
LACEY'S RENTALS Portable Restrooms $ 540.00 40286 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Rentals $ 2,240.00
Travel/Continuing Education 617-4380-427
AMERICAN PUBLIC GAS ASSN. APGA Membership $ 541.12 40277 04/14/2025
GL Account Total - Travel/Continuing Education $ 541.12
Utility Services 604-43250-428
XCEL 25325 485th $ 19.55 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL well #1 electric $ 122.90 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL WELL #2 ELECTRIC $ 155.32 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL lift station 105 dows $ 80.02 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL 420 OAK DR ELECTRIC $ 14.91 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL Lift Station $ 20.50 40246 04/07/2025
GL Account Total - Utility Services $ 413.20
Utility Services 101-4550-428
XCEL library electric $ 47.04 40278 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Utility Services $ 47.04
Engineering Fund 101-41960-422
DGR ENGINEERING PLAT PLAN AND CIP $ 1,924.00 40291 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Engineering Fund $ 1,924.00
Utility Services 101-4192-428
XCEL main office electric $ 118.70 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL 604 5th electric $ 149.60 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL CITY HALL SHOP ELECTRIC $ 91.54 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL 632 N MAIN ELECTRIC $ 36.93 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL 601 Main $ 52.11 40246 04/07/2025
GL Account Total - Utility Services $ 448.88
Supplies & Materials 617-4381-42612
CLAYTON ENERGY March Commodity $ 23,823.86 04/17/2025
GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials $ 23,823.86
Improve. Other Than Buildings 101-4520-433
DAKOTA SUPPLY GROUP Baseball Field Hydrants $ 1,183.04 40275 04/14/2025
DAKOTA SUPPLY GROUP Baseball Field Hydrants $ 2,441.72 40275 04/14/2025
GL Account Total - Improve. Other Than Buildings $ 3,624.76
Utility Services 602-4335-428
XCEL water tower electric $ 12.86 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL RURAL WATER ELECTRIC $ 153.21 40278 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Utility Services $ 166.07
Repairs & Maintenance 602-4335-425
PUBLIC HEALTH LABORATORY WATER TESTING $ 344.00 40281 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Repairs & Maintenance $ 344.00
Supplies & Materials 101-4142-426
RITEWAY FORMS FOR FINANCE $ 162.96 40282 04/28/2025
QUILL CORPORATION Office and Shop Supplies $ 10.92 40283 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials $ 173.88
Services & Fees 211-4653-422
FRERK, KRIS art trail sculpture $ 750.00 40290 04/28/2025
QUALITY PRINTING Art Trail - Kris Frerk $ 375.52 40271 04/14/2025
GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 1,125.52
Utility Services 101-4520-428
XCEL SRP ELECTRIC $ 78.56 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL concession stand $ 156.49 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL 404 5TH $ 14.15 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL 304 CENTER POOL $ 37.76 40278 04/28/2025
XCEL Ballfield $ 46.93 40246 04/07/2025
GL Account Total - Utility Services $ 333.89
Utility Services 101-4225-428
XCEL FIRE SIREN ELECTRIC $ 6.61 40278 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Utility Services $ 6.61
ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABL 604-21750
DELTA DENTAL dental ins $ 91.65 40292 04/28/2025
HEALTH POOL OF SD HEALTH INS $ 1,605.38 40288 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABL $ 1,697.03
ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABL 602-21750
DELTA DENTAL dental ins $ 91.65 40292 04/28/2025
HEALTH POOL OF SD HEALTH INS. $ 1,605.38 40288 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABL $ 1,697.03
ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABL 617-21750
DELTA DENTAL dental ns $ 91.65 40292 04/28/2025
HEALTH POOL OF SD HEALTH INS $ 1,605.39 40288 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABL $ 1,697.04
ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABLE 101-21750
DELTA DENTAL dental ins $ 91.65 40292 04/28/2025
HEALTH POOL OF SD HEALTH INS. $ 1,605.38 40288 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - ACCRUED INSURANCE PAYABLE $ 1,697.03
Supplies & Materials 101-4520-426
MENARDS SIOUX FALLS EAST Park Supplies $ 42.40 40272 04/14/2025
MENARDS SIOUX FALLS EAST Parks Supplies $ 81.94 40272 04/14/2025
MENARDS SIOUX FALLS EAST park supplies $ 313.01 40285 04/28/2025
ACE HARDWARE - BRANDON Paint for Trash Barrels $ 27.96 40297 04/28/2025
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES Employee Apparel $ 63.34 40298 04/28/2025
CITY OF HUMBOLDT FUEL TANK $ 75.00 40296 04/28/2025
MNL Plants for Park $ 237.46 40284 04/28/2025
QUILL CORPORATION Office and Shop Supplies $ 188.07 40283 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials $ 1,029.18
Services & Fees 101-4192-422
DANIELSON, LINDA Cleaning Services $ 120.00 40257 04/07/2025
INTELLIPRO SECURITY CAMERAS $ 119.48 40287 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 239.48
Utility Services 101-4512-428
XCEL 400 STH UNIT POOL $ 24.66 40278 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Utility Services $ 24.66
Utility Services 101-4324-428
SIOUX VALLEY ENERGY Rubble Site Elec. $ 76.58 40268 04/14/2025
GL Account Total - Utility Services $ 76.58
Supplies & Materials 101-4192-426
MENARDS SIOUX FALLS EAST shop supplies $ 60.45 40285 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials $ 60.45
Insurance Gen Finance Admin 101-4147-421
SD PUBLIC ASSURANCE ALLIANCE INSURANCE COVERAGE $ 857.76 40280 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Insurance Gen Finance Admin $ 857.76
Utility Services 101-4316-428
XCEL Streetlights $ 1,724.07 40264 04/14/2025
GL Account Total - Utility Services $ 1,724.07
Interest 604-4700-442
US BANK CW#2 Clean Water 2 Payment $ 1,684.61 04/15/2025
GL Account Total - Interest $ 1,684.61
Principal 604-4700-441
US BANK CW#2 Clean Water 2 Payment $ 6,898.64 04/15/2025
GL Account Total - Principal $ 6,898.64
Unemployment 604-43250-416
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Re-employment $ 12.69 04/08/2025
SD DEPARTMENT OF LABOR & REG Re-Employment $ 12.69 04/08/2025
GL Account Total - Unemployment $ 25.38
Unemployment 101-4192-416
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Re-employment $ 12.68 04/08/2025
SD DEPARTMENT OF LABOR & REG Re-Employment $ 12.69 04/08/2025
GL Account Total - Unemployment $ 25.37
Unemployment 101-4142-416
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Re-employment $ 12.68 04/08/2025
SD DEPARTMENT OF LABOR & REG Re-Employment $ 12.69 04/08/2025
GL Account Total - Unemployment $ 25.37
Unemployment 101-4520-416
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Re-employment $ 12.68 04/08/2025
SD DEPARTMENT OF LABOR & REG Re-Employment $ 12.69 04/08/2025
GL Account Total - Unemployment $ 25.37
Unemployment 617-4380-416
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Re-employment $ 12.68 04/08/2025
SD DEPARTMENT OF LABOR & REG Re-Employment $ 12.69 04/08/2025
GL Account Total - Unemployment $ 25.37
Unemployment 101-4312-416
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Re-employment $ 12.68 04/08/2025
SD DEPARTMENT OF LABOR & REG Re-Employment $ 12.69 04/08/2025
GL Account Total - Unemployment $ 25.37
Unemployment 101-4512-416
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Re-employment $ 12.68 04/08/2025
SD DEPARTMENT OF LABOR & REG Re-Employment $ 12.69 04/08/2025
GL Account Total - Unemployment $ 25.37
Unemployment 602-4335-416
SOUTH DAKOTA RETIREMENT SYSTEM Re-employment $ 12.69 04/08/2025
SD DEPARTMENT OF LABOR & REG Re-Employment $ 12.63 04/08/2025
GL Account Total - Unemployment $ 25.32
Repairs & Maintenance 602-4334-425
VANDERSNICK EXCAVATING Water Line Repairs $ 2,255.11 40279 04/28/2025
CORE & MAIN LP Water Line Repairs $ 333.16 40295 04/28/2025
DAKOTA SUPPLY GROUP Water Line Repair $ 541.66 40293 04/28/2025
DAKOTA SUPPLY GROUP Water Line Repairs $ 206.55 40293 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Repairs & Maintenance $ 3,336.48
Services & Fees 101-4130-422
GARRETSON SCHOOL DIST. #49-4 Election Workers $ 450.00 40263 04/07/2025
GL Account Total - Services & Fees $ 450.00
Improvements 602-4334-433
GOPHER IRRIGATION 4TH ST SPRINKLER REAPAIR $ 393.81 40289 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Improvements $ 393.81
Improvements 604-43250-433
GOPHER IRRIGATION 4TH ST SPRINKLER REPAIR $ 393.82 40289 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Improvements $ 393.82
Supplies & Materials 617-4380-426
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES Employee Apparel $ 25.95 40298 04/28/2025
CITY OF HUMBOLDT FUEL TANK $ 75.00 40296 04/28/2025
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES Employee Apparel $ 64.99 40298 04/28/2025
QUILL CORPORATION Office and Shop Supplies $ 10.93 40283 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials $ 176.87
Supplies & Materials 602-4335-426
CITY OF HUMBOLDT FUEL TANK $ 75.00 40296 04/28/2025
QUILL CORPORATION Office and Shop Supplies $ 10.92 40283 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials $ 85.92
Supplies & Materials 604-43250-426
CITY OF HUMBOLDT FUEL TANK $ 75.00 40296 04/28/2025
QUILL CORPORATION Office and Shop Supplies $ 10.92 40283 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Supplies & Materials $ 85.92
Attorney Fees 101-4141-422
CUTLER LAW FIRM Attorney $ 2,795.00 40294 04/28/2025
GL Account Total - Attorney Fees $ 2,795.00
Report Total $ 71,720.75
April 2025 Wage Report
Salaries and Wages 101-4142-411
04-03-2025 PR11851 $1,156.85
04-17-2025 PR12133 $1,165.32
Salaries and Wages 101-4192-411
04-03-2025 PR11851 $1,138.93
04-17-2025 PR12133 $1,103.83
Salaries and Wages 101-4232-411
04-03-2025 PR11851 $434.36
04-17-2025 PR12133 $552.06
Salaries and Wages 101-4312-411
04-03-2025 PR11851 $1,318.90
04-17-2025 PR12133 $1,247.96
Salaries and Wages 101-4317-411
04-03-2025 PR11851 $423.01
04-17-2025 PR12133 $409.81
Salaries and Wages 101-4520-411
04-03-2025 PR11851 $1,678.85
04-17-2025 PR12133 $1,536.23
Salaries and Wages 602-4335-411
04-03-2025 PR11851 $2,295.78
04-17-2025 PR12133 $2,269.15
Salaries and Wages 604-43250-411
04-03-2025 PR11851 $2,475.75
04-17-2025 PR12133 $2,413.28
Salaries and Wages 617-4380-411
04-03-2025 PR11851 $2,295.77
04-17-2025 PR12133 $2,269.16
Public Comment – Mark Homandberg requested city council to consider setting up an ice rink in the area of the sports complex. City council discussed.
OATH OF OFFICE: A. Kientopf, B. Beaner, and M. Jacobson stated their oath of office proceeding 2025 election.
APPOINTMENTS:
Alysha Kientopf Utilities and Personnel
Brayden Beaner Finance/Professional and Utilities
Jackie Rotert Parks/Rec/Tourism and Personnel
Matthew ‘Jake’ Jacobson Parks/Rec/Tourism and Planning/Zoning
Dave Bonte Finance/Professional and Planning/Zoning
Vacant Ward 1 Attorney Meredith Moore, Cutler Law Firm
Official Depository First Bank and Trust
Official Newspaper Garretson Gazette
SMGA Membership Adv. Board Member Paetyn Dreckman
Engineer DGR Engineering
Council member Bonte nominated council member Rotert as President of council with a second from council member Beaner. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant. Motion passed.
Council member Beaner nominated council member Bonte as Vice President of council with a second form council member Rotert. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant. Motion passed.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Natural Gas/Finance – P. Dreckman presented natural gas prices at $1.09 per ccf being down 7 cents from April meeting. Council member Rotert motioned to approve as presented with a second from council member Kientopf. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant. Dreckman also provided finance update and advised 2022 audit has begun. Council member Kientopf motioned to approve finance report with a second from council member Rotert. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant.
Street/Maintenance/Parks – J. Doane gave update on 4th St Improvement Projects and water meter installation plans. Council member Bonte asked about infrastructure being extended beyond 4th and Oak. Doane advised it would be. J. Hofer gave an update on hiring for summer and camp sites that are being updated this season. Frost boil and Split Rock Park entrance has been repaired. Visitors Centers will be open 7 days a week starting May 23rd and open Monday through Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 10-5. Baseball begins May 12th with 48 games in Garretson this season. Camping opened first weekend in May and has been very busy. Pool will be opening Monday June 2nd. Pricing will be $5 daily admission and $120 for family season passes, $75 for adult season pass, and $65 for child season pass.
Code Enforcement – update provided on behalf of officer.
Economic Development – Dreckman advised of update provided by Econ. Development Director.
Engineering – S. Johnson gave update on projects DGR is currently working on. Council member Bonte motioned for City to apply for H & H Study per DGR recommendation. Council member Jacobson seconded the motion. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant. Motion passed.
Emergency Services (Garretson Fire, Minnehaha CO Sheriff, Garretson Ambulance) – Heitkamp advised 25 calls in April 75 calls YTD for Garretson Fire Department. A. Zishka gave update on Sheriff Dept happenings. Council member Rotert mentioned staff/dept should look into permanent speed radar sign. Nelson gave update on EMS training in the area and advised call numbers for the Ambulance at 92 calls YTD.
ORDINANCES & RESOLUTIONS:
Ordinance 715 – Repeal Obsolete Ordinances – Council member Beaner advised of changes to ordinance compared to what was presented in April’s regular meeting. Council discussion ensued around topic of consuming alcohol in public spaces. First reading. No action taken.
Ordinance 716 – Enacting Regulations Relating to Nuisance Plants – Council member Beaner addressed second reading of ordinance. Council discussion ensued. Council member Bonte motioned to approve ordinance with a second from council member Rotert. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant. Motion passed.
AN ORDINANCE ENACTING REGULATIONS RELATING TO NUISANCE PLANTS
ORDINANCE NO. 716
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD, ENACTING REGULATIONS TO NUISANCE PLANTS TO THE CODE OF THE MUNICIPAL ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD:
§ 95.20 Definitions
For the purpose of this Chapter, the terms defined in this section shall have the following meaning:
BOULEVARD TREES: The trees and all other wood vegetation on land lying between the right-of-way lines of all streets, avenues, alleys or other public right of way within the City.
TREE AGENT: Whoever has been authorized to act as an agent of the city for this Chapter.
§ 95.21 Authority Administration; Planting, Maintenance, and Removal of Trees; Public Safety
The Mayor and City Council, through its Tree Agent, has the authority to:
A. Actively seek available grants for the purchase and maintenance of trees.
§ 95.22 Pruning Trees; Minimum Clearance
It shall be the duty of any person or persons owning or occupying real property bordering on any street or alley upon which property there may be trees, to prune such trees in such manner that they will not obstruct or shade the street lights, obstruct the passage of pedestrians on sidewalks, obstruct vision of traffic signs, or obstruct view of any street or alley intersection, except where such service are provided for by utility firms.
The minimum clearance for any overhanging portion thereof over a sidewalk shall be eight (8) feet whenever practicable and shall be fourteen (14) feet over all alleys and streets except truck thoroughfares where the clearance shall be sixteen (16) feet, unless otherwise designated by the City Council.
The minimum horizontal clearance for any overhanging vegetation that would obstruct the use of a sidewalk shall be six (6) inches.
§ 95.22 Tree Diseases and Interference with Utilities
No tree shall be allowed to harbor any safety hazard to the general public, whether that tree be public or private, or to harbor any insect, disease or other pest that would be injurious or fatal to any tree in the City. Such trees include those injurious to sewer, water, electrical telephone or gas lines, and those interfering with traffic and traffic control devices and signs, those obstructing light from any streetlight and those that are dead or have broken or dead limbs that are unsafe.
§ 95.23 Nuisances; Notice to Owners; Notice Content; Premise Inspection
Any hazard as described § 95.22 shall be declared a nuisance by the Code Enforcement Officer and within fifteen (15) days of written notice of said nuisance, the same shall be corrected by the owner or person in possession of said tree.
§ 95.24 Nuisances; Removal Costs and Collection
The entire cost of any abatement of a public nuisance as defined in this section on trees on any public street, alley, park or other public place, except boulevards, shall be borne by the City. The cost of removing trees on private property and on boulevards shall be borne by the property owner.
In the event the owner, occupant or person fails to comply with the resolution and order of the City Council to remove said nuisance, the City shall cause said nuisance to be removed and shall either submit the costs incident to said service and removal to the Finance Officer for certification to the Minnehaha County Auditor for collection with and in the same manner as general property taxes.
§ 95.25 Cost Assessment; Records
The Finance Officer shall keep a strict account of all costs of tree removals and other nuisances abated under this chapter in the event assessments are necessary.
§ 95.26 Interference by Individuals
It shall be unlawful for any person to hinder, prevent, delay, or interfere with the City Council or any member thereof or Authorized Agent of City Council while engaged in carrying out the execution or enforcement of this chapter, provided, however, that nothing herein shall be construed as an attempt to prohibit the pursuit of any remedy, legal or equitable, in any court of competent jurisdiction for the protection of property rights by the owner of any property within the Municipality.
§ 95.27 Boulevard Trees
The care, maintenance, pruning and removal of trees planted on any city boulevard, after the planting thereof has been approved by the city, shall continue to be the responsibility of the private property owner or his successor who has planted the tree.
§ 95.28 Distances
Trees planted on or near public ground and boulevards shall comply with the following distance regulations:
(a) No tree shall be planted where the distance between any two (2) man-made improvements, such as curb and sidewalks, is less than five (5) feet.
(b) No trees shall be planted or permitted to grow so close to any curb, sidewalk or public structure or improvement, such that it interferes with vehicular traffic or parking, pedestrian movement along the walkway or such that it touches or crowds the public structure or improvement.
(c) No tree shall be planted within fifty (50) feet of the center of any intersection.
(d) No tree shall be planted within fifteen (15) feet of any fireplug or water hydrant.
(e) No tree shall be planted so that its natural growth will eventually interfere with any aboveground utility wire.
(f) No tree shall be planted within five (5) feet of any underground water, sewer or other utility line.
§ 95.29 Limited Areas
Any area that is otherwise unable to meet the minimum requirements set forth in § 95.28 may plant other vegetation that will not interfere with the infrastructure.
§ 95.30 Appeal
Any person or organization may appeal any decision or request a variance from the is chapter to the city council, who shall render a final decision on the matter. Any person or organization may request from the city council a variance from this code, who shall render a final decision on the matter.
§ 95.50 Duty of Owners
(A) No owner of any lot, place or area within the City or the agent of such owner or the occupant of such lot, place or area, permit on such lot, place or area or upon any sidewalk abutting the same any weeds, grass or deleterious or unhealthful growths or other noxious matter as defined by the State Weed and Pest Control Board that may be growing, lying or located thereon, and the growing of such weeds or other noxious or unhealthful vegetation is hereby declared to be a nuisance.
(B) Grass in excess of eight (8) inches of length shall be declared a nuisance.
§ 95.51 Notice to Comply
The Code Enforcement Officer of the city is hereby authorized to notify in writing the owner of any such lot, place, or area within the city or the agent of such owner or the occupant of such premises, to cut, destroy, or remove any such weeds, grass or deleterious or unhealthful growths or other noxious matter found growing, lying or located on such property or upon the sidewalk abutting same. Such notice shall be by certified mail addressed to said owner, agent, or occupant at his known address.
§ 95.52 Action Upon Non-Compliance
Upon failure, neglect or refusal of any owner, agent, or occupant so notified to comply with said notice within ten days after the mailing thereof, city employees are hereby authorized to provide for the cutting, destroying, or removal of such weeds, grass or deleterious unhealthful growths or other noxious matter and to defray the cost of the destruction thereof by special assessment against the property.
§ 95.53 Removal Costs
If the owner or occupier of the land fails to cut the weeds, as provided for in the preceding section, the City shall cut, maintain, or kill the vegetation. The cost to the landowner shall be determined by the number of employees needed and the amount of time each employee spends on the removal. The rate may be up to fifty dollars ($50) per hour and per person.
§ 95.54 Cost Assessed
The Code Enforcement Officer, Utilities Employee, or Authorized Agent shall cause an account to be kept against each lot for the destruction of noxious weeds upon said lot as herein provided and the same certified to the Finance Officer upon the completion of the work in destroying such weeds and abating said nuisance. The Finance Officer shall certify said account showing the amount, the description of the property, and the owner thereof to the City Assessor who shall thereupon add such assessment to the general assessment together with the regular assessment to the County Auditor to be collected as municipal taxes for general purposes. Said assessment shall be subject to review and equalization the same as an assessments or taxes for general purposes.
Adopted this 5th day of May 2025.
Bruce Brown, Mayor
(MUNICIPAL SEAL)
ATTEST:
Paetyn Dreckman
Municipal Finance Officer
First Reading: April 7th, 2025
Second Reading: May 5th, 2025
Publication Date: May 15th, 2025
Effective Date:
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Ordinance 717 – Amending Certain Provisions Relating to Streets – Mayor Brown presented for second reading. Council member Beaner addressed further questions. Council member Rotert motioned to approve ordinance with a second from council member Kientopf. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacancy. Motion passed.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CERTAIN PROVISIONS RELATING TO STREETS
ORDINANCE NO. 717
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD AMENDING CERTAIN PROVISIONS RELATING TO STREETS IN THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD:
THE FOLLOWING ARE AMENDED TO READ AS FOLLOWS,
§ 70.01 (C) Traffic Signs and Signals.
(A) The owner, operator, driver, or person in charge of any vehicle used, propelled, or driven upon the streets, avenues, alleys, or public grounds of the city shall conform to and observe the following rules and regulations of this traffic code.
(B) (A) The governing body shall, by resolution, determine and designate the character or type of all official traffic signs and signals, all such signs and signals to be uniform throughout the city, as far as is practicable; provided that all official traffic signs and signals now erected and in operation are hereby designated official traffic signs and signals.
(C) Subject to this selection, the Chief of Police is hereby authorized, and as to those signs and signals required hereunder, it shall be his or her duty to place and maintain, or cause to be placed and maintained, all official traffic signs and signals.
(B) Subject to this selection, the Authorized Agent of the city is hereby authorized and has the duty to, place and maintain, all official traffic signs and signals.
(D) It shall be unlawful for any person to be seen by an ordinarily observant person.
(E) It shall be unlawful for any person to willfully deface, injure, move, obstruct, or interfere with an official traffic sign or signal. It shall be unlawful for any person to place, maintain, or to display upon or in view of any street any unofficial sign, signal, or device which purports to be, or is an imitation of or resembles any official traffic sign or signal, or which attempts to direct the movement of traffic. Every such prohibited sign, signal, or device is hereby declared to be a public nuisance, and the Chief of Police is hereby empowered to remove the same, or cause it to be removed, without notice.
(F) Every motor vehicle shall be provided with adequate brakes in good working order and sufficient to control such motor vehicle at all times when the same is in use, and a suitable bell, horn, or other device for signaling.
§ 71.05 Removal of Cars Illegally Parked.
Any vehicle parked in violation of this chapter or traffic ordinance of the city may be removed from the streets and or impounded. by the Police Department and placed in public or private storage, and the owner thereof, in addition to the fines and penalties which may be imposed for such violation, shall pay the full charge for towing and will pay $5 per day for storage of said vehicle so removed by order of the Police Department. The owner shall pay the full charge for towing and storage of said vehicle in addition to the fines and penalties which may be imposed for such violation.
§ I. Schedule I. Permitted Truck Routes. (H)
The following streets are designated as truck routes and carry a speed limit of 15 mph for trucks and farm tractors, except as noted below:
(A) Fourth Street west from County Highway 105 to Depot Avenue;
(B) Main Street between Fourth Street and Fifth Street;
(C) Depot Avenue between Second and Fourth Street;
(D) Granite Avenue between Second Street and Essex Avenue;
(E) Essex Street between Granite Avenue and Railroad Avenue;
(F) Railroad Avenue between Essex Street and Dows Street;
(G) Dows Street from State Highway 11 east to Center Avenue; and
(H) From State Highway 11 east to Main Street (Fifth Street Extension). , except from State Highway11 east to the Split Rock Bridge, which shall carry a speed limit of 40 mph for trucks and farm tractors.
§ 91.02 Curb, Gutter, and Blacktop Cost Share.
(A) (1) When curb, gutter, and/or blacktop is installed for the first time on existing developed streets within the corporate city limits, the current policy is that the adjoining property owner shall pay100% of the curb and gutter cost and/or blacktop and blacktop laying costs only.
(2) This only applies to streets that are developed as of the signing of this section. All other costs associated with such a project, including Engineering costs and any other incidental costs as there might be, shall may be paid by the city.
(B) When a street is already paved and curb and gutter is installed for the first time, the street shall be redone according to the engineering recommendations. This section shall not apply where special funds have been designed and are available for specific curb, gutter, and/or blacktop installation.
§ 70.99 Penalty.
(A) Any person violating any provision of this chapter for which no specific penalty is prescribed shall be subject to § 10.99 of this code of ordinances.
(B) Any person or persons, firm, or corporation violating any of the provisions of §§ 70.01(A)through 70.01(E), 70.02, 70.05, 70.06(A), 70.07(B), 70.08, and 70.09, or failing to comply with any of the provisions thereof, shall, upon conviction thereof, where no penalty or punishment is prescribed in the chapter containing such provision, be punished by a fine of not exceeding $100, or by imprisonment in the city jail or workhouse for a period of not exceeding 50 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment in the discretion of the court; provided that in all cases where a fine is imposed the court may, in the event the fine is not paid, commit the person or persons to the city jail or workhouse for a period of one day for each $2 of such fine.
(C) Any person violating any of the provisions of § 70.03(A) shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and shall, upon conviction thereof, be punished by a fine not exceeding $500, or by imprisonment for a period not exceeding six months, or both such fine and imprisonment.
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(D) Any person who shall violate any of the provisions of § 70.10 shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be punished by a fine not exceeding $100, or by imprisonment for a period not exceeding 30days, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
(E) Any person violating any of the provisions of § 70.25 shall be subject to arrest and, upon conviction, subject to a fine not to exceed $25 and costs, and shall be prohibited from driving said vehicle in the city until the condition causing the arrest and conviction is corrected.
(F) (A) Any person or entity that shall be found to have violated the terms of § 70.26 by using a dynamic braking system, within or adjacent to the city limits, shall be guilty of an offense and shall be subject to a fine of $200.
(B) Any person or entity that shall be found to have violated the terms of § 70.07, shall be guilty of an offense and shall be subject to a fine of $100 dollars.
(G) Any person or persons, firm, or corporation violating any of the provisions of § 70.27, or failing to comply with any of the provisions thereof, shall, upon conviction thereof, be punished by a fine not exceeding $100, or by imprisonment in the jail for a period of not exceeding 30 days, or both such fine and imprisonment in the discretion of the court.
ARE AMENDED.
Adopted this 5th day of May 2025.
Bruce Brown, Mayor
(MUNICIPAL SEAL)
ATTEST:
Paetyn Dreckman
Municipal Finance Officer
First Reading: April 7th 2025
Second Reading: May 5th 2025
Publication Date: May 15th 2025
Effective Date:
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Ordinance 718 – Adopting Emergency Service Providers – council member Beaner addressed second reading of ordinance. Council discussion ensued and council member Rotert motioned to approve with a second from council member Kientopf. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacancy. Motion passed.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING EMERGENCY SERVICE PROVIDORS
ORDINANCE NO. 718
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD ADOPTING EMERGENCY SERVICE PROVIDORS FOR THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF GARRETSON, SD:
§ 33.10 Adoption of Fire Department
The Garretson Volunteer Fire Department is hereby adopted as the city of Garretson’s fire department.
§ 33.11 Adoption of Ambulance
The Garretson Community Ambulance is hereby adopted as the city of Garretson’s ambulance service.
Adopted this 5th day of May 2025.
Bruce Brown, Mayor
(MUNICIPAL SEAL)
ATTEST:
Paetyn Dreckman
Municipal Finance Officer
First Reading: April 7th, 2025
Second Reading: May 5th, 2025
Publication Date: May 15th, 2025
Effective Date
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Resolution 2025-10 – Building Setback Variance – J. Hofer advised council of request of property owner to build within current setbacks. Council discussed and council member Bonte motioned to approve resolution. Council member Beaner seconded the motion which passed unanimously 5 ayes 0 nays and 1 vacancy.
RESOLUTION 2025-10
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A VARIANCE
WHEREAS Chapter 8.10 of the Municipal Zoning Regulations of the City of Garretson authorizes a variance for property in the Industrial District; and
WHEREAS MMD Properties LLC owns the property described as LOT 6 TRACT 3 OF NORDSTROMS ADDN TO CITY OF GARRETSON, South Dakota, parcel 99931, and has applied for a variance on said property. The variance will allow for 5-foot setback on the north side of parcel adjoining parcel 90384 with physical address known as 709 Nordstrom Avenue.
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Garretson that a variance is hereby granted for the above-described property under the following conditions:
1. The property described as LOT 6 TRACT 3 OF NORDSTROMS ADDN TO CITY OF GARRETSON, South Dakota, parcel 99931 has applied for a variance on said property. The variance will allow for 5-foot setback on the north side of said parcel and adjoining parcel 90384 with physical address known as 709 Nordstrom Avenue.
2. Any other ordinances or sections of the Municipal Code of the City of Garretson that may apply, will be complied with
3. This variance will apply to any subsequent owner as it relates to said construction permitted by this resolution.
Adopted this 5th day of May 2025.
Bruce Brown
Mayor, City of Garretson
(SEAL)
ATTEST:
Paetyn Dreckman
Municipal Finance Officer
Publication: May 15th 2025
Effective Date:
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NEW BUSINESS:
Garretson Fire Department Plat – Council discussed plat request submitted by the fire department which was surveyed by DGR. Discussion ensued and council member Beaner motioned to approve the plat with a second from council member Bonte. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacancy. Motion passed.
Central Valley Dairy Plat - Council discussed plat request submitted by Rod Tilma. Discussion ensued and council member Beaner motioned to approve the plat with a second from council member Kientopf. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacancy. Motion passed.
Steve Kirton – Vacate Request – Kirton proposing request and feedback on city to vacate property extending past existing Railroad Avenue and neighboring his property located at 320 Railroad Avenue and allow Kirton to purchase the property. Council discussion ensued. G. Beaner addressed the council with request to not vacate the property. Discussion around easements ensued. S. Johnson advised submitting a preliminary plat to the city.
Open Container – Jesse James Weekend – C. Moritz requesting on behalf of Commercial Club. No outside sales but allow people to carry open containers from 4th street to edge of post office. Council discussion ensued and council member Beaner motioned to approve with a second from council member Rotert. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacancy. Motion passed.
Commercial Club Street Closure Request – Jesse James Weekend - C. Moritz requesting on behalf of Commercial Club. Council discussion ensued and J. Doane recommended not closing the 3rd street intersection with it being detour for 4th street construction. Council member Kientopf motioned to approve with a second from council member Bonte. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacancy. Motion passed.
Malt Beverage License Renewals – Dreckman presented renewals and council member Bonte motioned to approve with a second from council member Jacobson. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacancy. Motion passed.
2024 Annual Report – Dreckman presented annual report prepared by ELO for 2024. Council member Jacobson motioned to approve with a second from council member Rotert. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacancy. Motion passed.
Abatement 2025-0252/2025-0254– Mayor Brown presented and council member Beaner motioned to approve with a second from council member Rotert. 5 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacancy. Motion passed.
OLD BUSINESS:
OTHER ITEMS BROUGHT BEFORE COUNCIL
7:43pm Council member Rotert motioned to adjourn meeting with a second from council member Jacobson. 5 ayes 0 nays 1 vacancy. Motion passed.
Meeting adjourned.
Bruce Brown, Mayor
ATTEST
Paetyn Dreckman
Finance Officer
(Unapproved)
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Notice of Hearing: for Adult Name Change 49CIV 25-2054
STATE OF SOUTH DAKOTA) SS COUNTY OF MINNEHAHA)
IN CIRCUIT COURT SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT In the Matter of the Petition of Kaylin Nicole Gawthrop, For a Change of Name to Kaylina Nicolette Cottrill.
49CIV:25-2054
Notice is hereby given that a Verified Petition for Adult Name Change has been filed by Kaylin Nicole Gawthrop, the object and prayer of which is to change Petitioner’s name from Kaylin Nicole Gawthrop to Kaylina Nicolette Cottrill.
On the 10th day of June, 2025, at the hour of 11:00 a.m. said Verified Petition will be heard by this Court before the Honorable Judge Clapper, 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 1st Day of May, 2025 at Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Attested by, Cathy Arant Clerk of Court.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS
In the Matter of the Estate of ROGER D. ELVERSON,Deceased.
Pro. 25-105
STATE OF SOUTH DAKOTA)
:SS
COUNTY OF MINNEHAHA)
IN CIRCUIT COURT
SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
Notice is hereby given that on the 25th day of April, 2025, Thomas D. Elverson, whose address is 24663 486th Avenue, Sherman, South Dakota, 57030, was appointed as Personal Representative of the Estate of Roger D. Elverson, deceased.
Creditors of the decedent must present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or their claims may be barred.
Claims may be delivered to or mailed to the Personal Representative or may be filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court, and a copy of the claim mailed or delivered to the Personal Representative.
Dated this 25th day of April, 2025.
/s/ THOMAS D. ELVERSON
Thomas D. Elverson - Personal Representative
24663 486th Avenue
Sherman, South Dakota 57030
KARLA KALB
Clerk of Circuit Court
Minnehaha County Courthouse
425 N. Dakota Avenue
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104
(605) 367-5900
Dell Rapids Law Firm
P. O. Box 100
Dell Rapids, SD 57022-0100
(605) 428-5444
Attorneys for Personal Representative
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the Matter of the Estate of DAVID W. MOYER, Deceased.
STATE OF SOUTH DAKOTA ) :SS
COUNTY OF MINNEHAHA
IN CIRCUIT COURT
SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
PRO. 25-
Notice is given that on May 1, 2025, in the Circuit Court of Lincoln County, South Dakota, the below named individual was appointed as Personal Representative of the Estate of
David W. Moyer, deceased.
Kaylee Kent 1116 N. Holly Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Creditors of the decedent must file their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or their claimsmay be barred. Claims may be filed:
1. By Mailing them to the Personal Representative, with a copy being mailed to the undersigned's attorney at the address below; or
2. By Filing the claim at the Courthouse with the County Clerk of Courts and mailing a copy of the claim the Personal Representative.
Dated: May 1, 2025
Kavlee Kent. Personal Representative Estate of David W. Moyer
Lincoln County Clerk of Courts
104 N. Main Street
Canton, SD 57013
1-605-987-5891
HARRIS LAW &CO.
Lindsay M. Harris, JD
5019 S. Bur Oak PI., Sioux Falls, SD 57108
1-605-777-1772
Attorney for Personal Representative of David W. Moyer Estate
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Minutes of the Town of Sherman for May 6, 2025
May 6, 2025
The Sherman Town Board met in regular session Tuesday May 6, 2025 @ 7:30pm
Members Present: Gerry Karpen, Larry Sutton, Dawn Williams and Cheryl Swenson.
Others Present: Ellen Karpen, Justin Haman, Lee Ellis, Blake Klveneuberg, Dallas Moore, Larry Sutton Sr.
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 April 1, 2025 meeting were read—Williams made a motion to approve the minutes, 2nd by Sutton—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: Larry Sutton Sr. commented there was a lot of dust coming from the seed plant and wanted to know if we can do anything about it. Discussion was held. A discussion was also held about disking around tree pile.
Claims Approved to be paid:
Minnehaha Community Water $60.00 for water, McDonald Construction $5,225.00 for tiling and mulch down in Tiger park, Xcel Energy $39.96 for town hall lights, $28.33 for park lights, $284.64 for street lights, Garretson Gazette $21.41 for March minutes, $17.89 for notice of equalization, $10.22 for bidder notice, Palisades Propane $198.07 for propane, Lee Ellis $400.00 for mow and clean up by tree pile, $130.00 for burning tree pile, Jesse Hewer $40.00 for 1x mowing city lot, 99Medialab $150.00 for website, Gerry Karpen $17.75 for text messages, $20.00 for light fixture, $10.00 for bulbs, Luke Bonte $80.00 for 2x mowing Strom park, $80.00 for 2x mowing Tiger park.
Old Business:
1. Dogs at large—still a problem, residents are encouraged to call Humane Society.
New Business:
1. Swear in new Trustee—Justin Haman was sworn in for new trustee. Karpen went off board and we thank him for his many years of service.
2. Appoint Town President—Sutton made a motion for Williams to be president, 2nd by Haman—all ayes motion carried.
3. Mike’s Bar Malt Beverage License—Motion by Sutton to renew Mike’s Malt Beverage License, 2nd by Haman—all ayes motion carried.
4. Zeliff Street—Ellis stated the residents of Zeliff Ave were all going in on dust control to be put down on Zeliff Ave and wanted to know if the city would go in on it being they had two properties on Zeliff Ave. It would be $230.00 for the towns share. Sutton made a motion to pay the $230.00 for their potion of dust control, 2nd by Haman—all ayes motion carried.
Sutton made a motion to adjourn, 2nd by Haman—all ayes. Next regular meeting will be June 3, 2025 @7:30pm. Cheryl Swenson Town Clerk (unnaproved)
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Minutes of Minnehaha Building Committee for May 6, 2025
THE MINNEHAHA COUNTY BUILDING COMMITTEE CONVENED AT 8:00 AM on May 6, 2025, pursuant to adjournment on April 1, 2025. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT WERE: Bleyenberg and Kippley; Auditor Anderson, Director of Facilities and Construction Kriens, and Commission Administrative Officer Greco. Commissioner Karsky was absent. Commissioner Beninga was present via electronic means. Also present were Kym Christiansen, Commission Recorder, and Eric Bogue, Chief Civil Deputy State's Attorney.
Building Committee Vice-Chair Bleyenberg called the meeting to order.
MOTION by Anderson, seconded by Kippley, to Approve the Meeting Minutes from April 1, 2025. By roll call vote: 6 ayes.
JUVENILE JUSTICE PROJECT
Tom Greco, Commission Administrative Officer, and representatives from Architecture Incorporated, Henry Carlson Construction, and Tegra Group, provided an update on the proposed addition of unfinished shell space to the Juvenile Justice Center project Phase II Footprint. Discussion followed on the shell space plan, budget impact on the project, and shell space impacts. It was the consensus of the building committee to move forward with the addition of the shell space.
Commissioner Heisey arrived at 8:08 a.m.
CONDITION ASSESSMENT
Mark Kriens, Director of Facilities and Construction, provided a Fairgrounds EXPO Building Condition Assessment Presentation. Discussion followed on the condition of the present building, an opinion of the probable cost of the work to be completed, an update on the civil action related to the deed restrictions, and next steps to address the findings of the report. The committee agreed that the report should be shared and discussed with the Fair Board at one of their future meetings.
MOTION by Heisey, seconded by Kippley, to Adjourn at 8:51 a.m. By roll call vote: 7 ayes.
APPROVED BY THE BUILDING COMMITTEE:
Dean Karsky
Building Committee Chair
ATTEST:
Kym Christiansen
Commission Recorder
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS
For the 2025-2026 school year, the Garretson School District is seeking to enter into a contract for the operation of a food service program between our District, the School Food Authority (SFA) and a Food Service Management Company (FSMC) to manage school food service operations for the purpose of providing nutritious meals to carry out the provisions of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child Nutrition Programs.
Effective dates of the contract are from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, but no sooner than the date the contract is signed by both parties, and may be renewed annually for up to four additional extensions from the initial year, upon written agreement by both parties on or prior to the expiration date of the current contract. Contract does not exceed one year.
FSMC’s should contact Jacob Schweitzer, Business Manager, with their intent to submit a proposal by writing to Garretson School District #49-4, PO Box C, Garretson, SD 57030 or by e-mail at . Written questions regarding the Request for Proposal (RFP) or requests for additional information must be submitted to Jacob Schweitzer, Business Manager, no later than May 30, 2025. Responses shall be retained and shall be provided to all other prospective bidders.
Interested FSMC bidders may meet to review the specifications, to clarify any questions, to tour the facilities, and to examine current food service equipment and program operation, with school officials on Tuesday, May 27th at 2:00 p.m. central time at the Garretson School District, 505 2nd Street, Garretson, SD 57030. Attendance is mandatory.
Sealed proposals will be received from FSMC’s at the Garretson School District Business Office, PO Box C, Garretson, SD 57030. Attention: Jacob Schweitzer, Business Manager, until 1:00 p.m. central time on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Proposals received after that time will be returned to the sender unopened.
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