THIS WEEKS 05-22-2024 MOODY COUNTY BOOSTER

INDOOR STORAGE

WANTED for Boat, ATV, & Motorcycle. Call 520-307-7800. 4t515

ALLEN HVAC Heating & Cooling. ResidentialCommercial. CertifiedLicensed-Insured. 605-864-0983. tf221

Help Wanted: Looking for someone to join our team - building steel structures for grain handling equipment. Pay starts at $20 - $25 / hr depending on experience. Call 605-5343204. 4t58

STORAGE/SHOP

SPACE AVAILABLE! IN FLANDREAU. Available March 1. 1500 sq. ft. units. Bathroom in each unit. $1200 per month. Deposit requiredl. 16’ Ceilings - 14’ Doors. Call 605-651-9808. tf117

ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605-530-3211. tf

DAVE’S APPLIANCE

REPAIR Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605- 997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs!

NEW HORIZONS ROOFING AND GUTTERS, LLC. ALL TYPES OF ROOFING. 18 YEARS EXPERIENCE. VETERAN OWNED. 605-690-4797. tf515

The Moody County Resource Center will be open on Saturday, May 25th from 10 amNoon, and will be closed on Monday , May 27th in observance of Memorial Day!

I have 3 little male kittens in need of a good home after May 18th. For information please call (605) 8649797.

Now hiring full-time and seasonal construction laborers. Must be willing to travel, paid transportation provided. Please apply at JC Ramsdell, 408 S Veterans Street, Flandreau. 7T529

Help Wanted: Looking for someone to join our team - building steel structures for grain handling equipment. Pay starts at $20 - $25 / hr depending on experience. Call 605-5343204. 4t58

CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605-997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@patriotelectricinc.com TF

STORAGE/SHOP SPACE AVAILABLE! IN FLANDREAU. Available March 1. 1500 sq. ft. units. Bathroom in each unit. $1200 per month. Deposit requiredl. 16’ Ceilings - 14’ Doors. Call 605-651-9808. tf117

Egan Co Ed softball call Kevin to sign up 605 864 0135. Starts June 2nd USED OIL WANTED!!!! Call Scott at 605-9973291. tf119

OPEN HOUSE BABY SHOWER

Kyle Johnson and Rebecca David Come join is in the Celebration of baby girl ”little KJ” Saturday, June 8th from 12:00 to 2:00 at JJ’s Coffee Shop!

THANK YOU

A Special Thank You for all who attended or participated in the Annual 73rd National Day of Prayer. Thank You to the Ministerial Association for their support for advertisements in local papers and for Riverview Health for printing bulletins! So Proud to be in South Dakota, a State that Prays. Thank You for all of our wonderful Community. National Day of Prayer Committee

FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216

CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605-997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@patriot-electricinc. com TF

ERICKSEN SALVAGE. Buying old cars, trucks, scrap iron, old farm equipment, tin, and wire. Charlie Ericksen. Phone 605-254-4654. TF627

DON’T FORGET The VFW Post#3351 will be distributing “Buddy” Poppies this weekend on Saturday, May 25 in Flandreau. The VFW Buddy Poppies are made by disabled American Veterans. Please wear a VFW Buddy Poppy on Memorial Day in support of our Veterans. ALL DONATIONS STAY LOCAL!

FOR SALE: BLACK GELBVIEH X ANGUS BALANCER BULLS. DNA tested. Scott Christensen. 605-359-5830. tf313

PLASTERING AND PLASTER REPAIR!! Interior or Exterior. Drywall/Housewrap/ Painting/Demo - Interior or exterior! Free estimates - 909-644-7248. Silva Plastering Juan Silva You Tube - silvaplastering take a look!!

ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605-530-3211.

I have 3 little male kittens in need of a good home after May 18th. For information please call (605) 8649797.

Egan Co Ed softball call Kevin to sign up 605 864 0135. Starts June 2nd

Moody County Resource Center’s Summer Hours (Beginning May 16th) Mon 10 am - 5 pm Tues Noon - 8 pm Wed 1 pm - 5 pm Thurs Noon - 8 pm Fri 10 am - 5 pm Sat 10 am - 2 pm

DAVE’S APPLIANCE

REPAIR Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605- 997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs! tf

ADAM’S BUCKET SERVICE. TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL, Stump Grinding, Storm damage I am insured. Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message

Custodian – High School evening shift (1:30 – 10:00 pm) Flandreau Public Schools. Send Resume, cover letter and reference letters to: Supt. Rick Weber 600 W. Community Drive Flandreau, SD 57028 605-997-3263. EOE. tf43

DAVE’S APPLIANCE

REPAIR . Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605- 997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs!

IN SEARCH OF: PERSON OR PERSONS TO MOW THE EGAN HILLSIDE CEMETERY for the Summer of 2024. If interested, call Lillian Relf at 605-997-3241 for more information.

Announcing our 2024 tree sale! We will be at 403 N Wilson St Flandreau SD. On Friday the 24th from 3-6 and Saturday the 25th from 10-4. We have lots of great trees to choose from this year. First come first served. Price is $2 per 12’ bare root or $40 for a bundle of 25. For more info watch Moody Conservation District on Facebook or call 605-864-7917.

FOR SALE: Vermeer Twine Round Baler - $2250; 5 x 16 Oliver Plow - $2000; 7 x Var JD Plow - $2850; Large Steel Barge Wagon Heavy Duty - Hydralic Lift - $1150. RENT TO BUY - NEAR NEW NEW HOLLAND WHEEL RAKE. Model HT/540 - 14 plus 2. Working width to 30’. Call 605-690-0660. 3T529

THREE PORTABLE GENERATORS FOR SALE! BE PREPARED FOR ELECTRIC OUTAGES!! Coleman 4000$350. DEK 4550 - $550 Special Price for Bob C. $1000 each!! Call 605997-3441 and leave a message. tfreg

ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605-530-3211.

The Breadbasket accepts canned-good, & monetary donations on Thursdays from 1 to 5, & Fridays from 9 to noon (excluding the 5th week of the month). We are a community-supported, 501(c)3 organization. Every donation helps us feed our clients! Leave a message if you have any questions: 605-5730935. P.O. Box 55--202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau, SD 57028.

Moody County Resource Center patrons: When Flandreau Public Schools close due to weather, or have a late start, the library will open at 11 am! In times of questionable weather, it is always best to call us first at (605) 997-3326. Thank you!

FRIDAY NOON DEADLINE FOR THE BOOSTER. Call 605-997-2872 or better yet email your ads and billing address to ads@iw.net

STORAGE/SHOP

SPACE AVAILABLE! IN FLANDREAU. Available March 1. 1500 sq. ft. units. Bathroom in each unit. $1200 per month. Deposit required! 16’ Ceilings - 14’ Doors. Call 605-651-9808. tf117

KIDS LITTLE RED WAGONS WANTED!! Call Reg at 605-997-3441.

Moody County residents! The Breadbasket food pantry is open Thursdays from 1:30 to 5pm(excluding 5th Thursday of the month). 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau. (605)5730935. Please “like” us on Facebook for more info. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

The Breadbasket accepts canned-good, & monetary donations on Thursdays from 1 to 5, & Fridays from 9 to noon (excluding the 5th week of the month). We are a community-supported, 501(c)3 organization. Every donation helps us feed our clients! Leave a message if you have any questions: 605-5730935. P.O. Box 55--202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau, SD 57028.

ERICKSEN SALVAGE. Buying old cars, trucks, scrap iron, old farm equipment, tin, and wire. Charlie Ericksen. Phone 605-254-4654. TF627 CALL YOST ELECTRIC Residential/ Agricultural. Commercial/Industrial 10 years experience. Licensed in South Dakota and Minnesota. Nathan Yost, Owner. 1026 110th Avenue, Elkton, SD 57026. Ph. 507-820-1540. nathanryost@gmail.com.

DAVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR . Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605- 997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs!

FOR SALE: BLACK GELBVIEH X ANGUS BALANCER BULLS. DNA tested. Scott Christensen. 605-359-5830. tf313

ALLEN HVAC Heating & Cooling. ResidentialCommercial. CertifiedLicensed-Insured. 605-864-0983. tf221 CALL YOST ELECTRIC Residential/ Agricultural. Commercial/ Industrial . 10 years experience. Licensed in South Dakota and Minnesota. Nathan Yost, Owner. 1026 110th Avenue, Elkton, SD 57026. Ph. 507820-1540. nathanryost@gmail.com.

150 +/- ACRE LAND AUCTION

All Tillable & High Rating Farm w/ Tile in Richland Twp., Brookings Co., SD Auction Conducted Live, Onsite w/ Online Bidding Available During the Sale

From Elkton, SD 7 miles north on Hwy. 13 and 1 ½ miles east on 210th St. Watch for auction signs on:

THURSDAY, MAY 23rd, 2024 SALE

Auctioneers’ Note: This auction presents an opportunity to purchase an exceptional corn & soybean farm in a strong agricultural area. The all tillable farm consists of high rating Class I & II soils, predominantly featuring Kranzburg Brookings Silty Clay Loam, and has over 30,000 ft. of drain tile. Don’t miss this land opportunity!

This prime, all tillable farm sale presents the opportunity to purchase 150 +/- acres of ideal Brookings Co. land. The farm is predominantly comprised of strong Class I & II soils, featuring Kranzburg Brookings Silty Clay Loam soil, and a total soil rating of 86.2. Per the FSA office, the farm has 148.93 DCP cropland acres with a corn PLC Yield of 147 and a soybean PLC yield of 44. There is also 30,335 +/- ft. of drain tile installed. The farm is leased for this crop year and the new buyer will receive the full 2024 rent of $41,250, and will have possession after the crop is removed. The farm is within proximity to dairies, feed lots, hog units, elevators & the ethanol plant. This farm will produce top yields and will make for an excellent addition to your farming or investor portfolio!

Description: 120 Ac. in Sec. 15 & 30 Ac. in Sec. 22, T-110-N, R-47-W, Richland Twp., Brookings Co., SD

For additional information & terms, contact the Brokerage Firm’s or visit www.burlagepeterson.com

TERMS: 10% non-refundable earnest money deposit due day of sale; balance due on or before June 28th, 2024. Closing fees split 50/50 between buyer & sellers. The buyer will receive the full 2024 rent payment, and the lease expires after the crop is removed. The land lays as a 120 acre parcel and a 30 acres parcel directly across the road, which will be sold as one unit per recorded deeded acres. The auctioneers and brokerage firm represent the seller in this transaction. Buyers or sellers may elect to do a 1031 exchange.

JAMES G. GRATTAN LIVING TRUST – OWNER

HELP WANTED METAL FABRICATOR

CONNOR WELBIG Universal Banker

Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe

FLANDREAU SANTEE SIOUX TRIBE LAND DEPARTMENT

INVITATION TO BID

HAYING CROP SHARE SERVICES

Dated: May 3, 2024

The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe (the “Tribe”) is seeking a contractor to hay certain parcels in Moody County, South Dakota through a crop share agreement. The following shall apply:

1. Bidders required to bid on the following services:

a. Mowing and raking of hay grounds for crop share with FSST.

b. Round bailing of the specified lands with bales required to weigh over 1,500 lbs.

c. Delivery of FSST’s share of round bales to designated storage site.

2. Bids will be accepted only on a percentage crop share to the FSST.

3. Length of Contract: 5 years.

4. Description of land subject to the Agreement:

a. Twenty-two (27) acres of pasture located in the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) and the Southeast Quarter (SE1/4) Section Twenty-three (23), Township One-Hundred Seven (107) North, Range Forty-eight (48) West of the Fifth Prime Meridian, Moody County, South Dakota; and

b. Forty-one (41) acres of pasture located in the South Half (S1/2) of the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4) of Section Twenty-eight (28) Township One-Hundred Seven (107) North, Range Forty-eight (48) West of the Fifth Prime Meridian, Moody County, South Dakota; and

c. Nineteen (19) acres of pasture in the East Half (E1/2) of the Southeast Quarter (SE1/4) of Section Twenty-nine (29) Township One-Hundred Seven (107) North, Range Forty-eight (48) West of the Fifth Prime Meridian, Moody County, South Dakota; and

d. Fifty-eight (58) acres of pasture located in the East Half (E1/2) of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of Section Five (5) Township One-Hundred Six (106) North, Range Forty-eight (48) West of the Fifth Prime Meridian, Moody County, South Dakota.

e. Ninety-Eight (98) acres of pasture located in the South East Half (SE1/2) of Section Twenty-Four (24) Township One-Hundred Seven (107) North Range Forty –Eight (48) West of the Prime Meridian, Moody County, South Dakota.

5. Bid Process:

a. All land lease bid forms can be picked up, and dropped off at the Tribal Office located at 603 W. Broad Ave., Flandreau, SD 57028.

b. Bids will close on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 4:00 P.M..

c. Bid opening will be Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. at the Tribal Office

d. Other federal and tribal terms may apply. All bids are subject to the approval of the Tribe.

Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe

PO Box 283, Flandreau, SD 57028 www.fsst-nsn.gov

Phone: (605) 997 -3891

Fax: (888) 533 -5087

Employment Opportunities

Full-Time Grant Writer

The Grant Writer is a member of the business development team, responsible for conducting the full range of activities required to identify, prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals. The Grant Writer will perform prospect research to evaluate prospects for grants. The Grant Writer will work with finance and program staff to gather the needed information to apply for funding and ensure reporting compliance with funders on all grant programs. The Grant Writer is responsible to single out and seek funds for existing and future Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe (FSST) projects. A Bachelor of Arts degree in business or Pubic Administration, community planning, or communications or combination of both education, training, and experience in tribal government, contract and grant writing, and community development proposals totaling three to five (35) years Must be able to pass a background check and drug/alcohol test.

FSST-Long Term Care Center

-CNA-PRN/Days-PM Shift -(1) Full-Time Laundry Attendant

Our Website has been updated, please visit our website to see what’s new!

For more information on positions or to apply online, please visit: fsst-nsn.gov

(Click Human Resources Tab and Employment)

Must submit to a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. May attach resume to Tribal Application. Direct questions to Tribal Human Resources Department 605-997-3891 or email HR@fsst.org

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Dr. Michael Prins & Dr. Charlie Stangohr

*Ultrasound

*Dental prophylaxis

*Digital radiographs

*Large + small animal vaccine

*Haul-in facility

*Portable hydraulic chute with scale

*Portable double alley tub

*Tilt table for hoof work

The Personal Touch

Maynards

Food Center

Flandreau Building Center

Kuhle-Sutton Agency

Loiseau Construction

Dan Sutton Insurance

Booster Shopper and Advertising Agency

Flandreau Veterinary Clinic 200 South Veterans St. Flandreau, SD 57028 (605) 997-2721

Dr. Michael Prins & Dr. Charlie Stangohr

*Ultrasound

*Dental prophylaxis

*Digital radiographs

*Large + small animal vaccine

*Haul-in facility

*Portable hydraulic chute with scale

*Portable double alley tub

*Tilt table for hoof work

Join Our Team

ACREAGE/RURAL

BUILDING SITE AUCTION

Attention Acreage Prospects! Now offering a +/-11.22 Acre Acreage/Potential Rural Building Site w/ 28’x24’ Detached Garage! Existing Utilities Onsite & Established Trees!

Situated East of Ward, SD & NW of Pipestone, MN!!

We will offer the following RE at Public Auction located at 2223 60th Ave, Pipestone, MN. Located from Ward SD – 5 ¼ Miles East on 211th St./Hwy. #10 & 1 ¼ Mile North on 60th Ave.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 2024

SALE TIME: 5:00 PM

This residence consists of a 2 Bed, 1 Bath Single Story Home w/ vinyl siding & asphalt shingles on the exterior. The residence is in need of significant updates & repairs & is considered a fixer-upper or could be removed, as there is potential for establishment of a new home. The Main floor has 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, living room, dining room & kitchen. The detached garage is set on concrete block footings, has vinyl siding & is 28’x24’ w/ 1 OH Door & Elec. Opener. It has a work shop area that could be easily modified to add additional vehicle or storage space. The property offers a secluded country setting with scenic views & gentle rolling hills. If you are in the market for an existing acreage or attractive building site for a new residence or other permitted uses, make plans to inspect this property & be in attendance at this auction!! For a showing contact the auctioneers! Broker participation welcome with a 1% commission payable to a licensed MN Broker who properly pre-registers and meets qualifications for Broker Co-op.

LEGAL DESC.: A Tr. Beg. 805’ N. of the SE Cor. SE ¼ that Right Angles 719.4’ W., N. 679.8’, E. 719.4’, S. 679.8’ in the SE ¼ of Sec. 10., T. 108 N., R. 46 W. (Altona Twp.), Pipestone Co., MN – Cont. +/-11.20 Acres

TERMS: 10% nonrefundable earnest money payment due sale day & balance on or before July 17, 2024. 2024 RE Taxes of $856.00 will be paid by The Estate. Property is sold in AS-IS Condition & the RE licensees/auctioneers in this transaction stipulate that they are acting as agents for the sellers. Sold subject to confirmation of the PR. For Additional Terms, Info & Photos Visit: www.suttonauction.com

HAROLD NICHOLSEN ESTATE

Jim York – Estate Personal Representative

Paul M. Malone – Malone & Mailander Attorneys at Law – Estate Attorney & Closing Agent

CHUCK SUTTON & JARED SUTTON - Auctioneers & Land Broker - Lic. #59-26 & Lic. #59-72 - Sioux Falls, SD - ph. 605336-6315, Pipestone, MN – ph. 507-825-3389 & Flandreau, SD - ph. 605-997-3777; DEAN STOLTENBERG – Auctioneer – Lic. #59-38 – Jasper, MN – ph. 507-829-6856.

Rural Assistance Program Weekend & Shift Differentials Certification opportunities

RNs & LPNs

Treat and serve all areas of nursing from OB and pediatrics to ER and ICU!

SIGN-ON BONUS & Tuition Assistance FOR THOSE THAT QUALIFY balance and have opportunities to

Scan the QR code with your smart phone to apply!

Join our positive and thriving team. Experience a healthy work-life grow at Madison Regional Health System!

Moody County Republicans are welcome to join fellow Republicans for an enjoyable, family afternoon picnic on Sunday June 2, starting at 4pm. Program with PUC candidate Kristi Fiegen speaking at 5:00 and Picnic meal to follow. It will be held at the home of Randy and Susan Gross 48006 221st St. North of Flandreau on Hwy 13 to 221st..St., then West one mile. There will be a free will offering for the meal.

Please RSVP by May 28 via voice message or text to 605-997-3595 (Cynthia Sheppard) indicating how many will be attending.

Announcing our 2024 Tree Sale!

We will be at 403 N Wilson St Flandreau SD. On Friday the 24th from 3-6 and Saturday the 25th from 10-4. We have lots of great trees to choose from this year.

First come first served. Price is $2 per 12’ bare root or $40 for a bundle of 25. For more info watch Moody Conservation District on Facebook or call 605864-7917.

Join Our Team

Scan the QR code with your smart phone to apply! Rural Assistance Program No weekend/holiday coverage Certification opportunities Pediatric Inpatient Outpatient Occupational Therapist

SAW MILL MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT AUCTION

Wood-Mizer LT40HD Horizontal Saw, Arm Saws, Band Saws, JD 4020 Tractor, Farm Equipment, 2 Trucks, 1967 Ford 500 LTD, 1978 Kawasaki KX650 Motorcycle w/20,415 Miles, Lawn & Garden Items, Chainsaws, Numerous Shop Items & Tools, Antiques & More!

We will offer the following items at auction located at 107 W. 1st in Worthing, SD or from Sioux Falls, SD – approx. 12 miles south on I-29 to the Worthing, SD Exit #64, then 1½ miles east to Worthing, SD. Lunch on Grounds

SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

Sale Time: 10:00 AM Live & Online Bidding on Select Items via Proxibid to begin at 1:00 pm

See www.suttonauction.com for complete information & photos!

CLAY’S CUSTOM SAWING, Owner For information contact Taylor Clay – ph. 605-838-7100

CHUCK SUTTON – Auctioneer & Land Broker – Sioux Falls, SD – ph. 605-336-6315 & Flandreau, SD – ph. 605-997-3777; JARED SUTTON, CAI – Auctioneer & RE Broker Assoc. –Flandreau, SD – 605-864-8527; TOM & TED SOUVIGNIER – Auctioneers & RE Broker Associates – Canton, SD – ph. 605-987-2404; Clerk: Sutton Auction Service, LLC

MEMORIAL DAY 2024 PRESS RELEASE

2024 marks the 35th Anniversary of the Dedication of the Moody County Veterans Memorial in Flandreau at the Moody County Court House

In observance of this anniversary and time capsule placed at the original dedication to be opened on Memorial Day 2024, we will be moving the traditional cemetery ceremony and observances to the Veterans Memorial on the Moody Court House Lawn.

Highlights:

- Monday, 27 May 2024 at 11:30 AM at Moody County Veterans Memorial

- Keynote Speaker is SFC Jeff Ross

- Honoring families who built the Memorial and made the Moody County Veterans Memorial possible: Bob Gill Family , Vernon Bechen Family, Shirley Chamley Family, George Billiam Family, Ralph Hansen Family, Brad Oswald Family, Lee Rose Family, Paul Dahmen Family, Doug Austriem Family, Governor, William Janklow Family, Jim and Kim Amdahl , Carol Odenbrecht , Jim Landis, Brian Bergjord, Roy Skroch, and Roger Fritz.

- FHS Student Delilah Stading will share her poem about the significance of 35 years

- FHS Band under the direction of Pat Weight

- FHS Choir under direction of Malerie Yeaton will perform

- Opening of Time Capsule from 1989 Dedication

- American Indian Veteran (AIV) National Charter Recognition

- Laying of the Wreath by Members of the Egan American Legion Post Auxillary

- Recognition of Moody County Veterans Organizations: American Legion Shaeffer-Lellid Post #278 (Colman), American Legion Kelly-Porter Post #70 (Flandreau), Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #3351 (Flandreau), American Indian Veterans Gordon Weston Post (Flandreau), American Legion Fredrick C. Schroeder Post #97 (Egan), American Legion Auxillary (Egan), and American Legion Agnes Hjelm Post #82 (Trent)

- Master of Ceremonies Bart L. Sample, American Legion Post #70 Commander

- Bring your lawn chair as seating directly on the Memorial will be limited

- 2024 Memorial Day Committee: Bart Sample, Randy Tollefson, Bridget Flannery, Marty Skroch, Scott Ross

- Honor Guard Members from American Legion Post #70, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #3351, AIV Gordon Weston Post

- FHS Brenden Streitz will be recording the event and streaming it immediately following for those unable to attend

- In case of inclement weather service will be held at William Janklow Community Center with time capsule opening at a later date Remember there will be NO SERVICE at the Union Cemetery for 2024

COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS May 6th, 2024

The City Council of the City of Flandreau, South Dakota, met in regular session on May 6th, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. at the City Council Chambers, 1005 W. Elm Avenue, Flandreau, SD.

Present: Mayor Dan Sutton. Aldermen: Curt Ahlers, Brad Bjerke, Mark Ekern, Mike Fargen, Karen Tufty, and Tim Yeaton. Absent: None. Also present were City Administrator Cohl Turnquist; Finance Officer Lori Kneebone; Stuart Zephier, Kayla Gullickson and Carleen Wild.

The proposed agenda was reviewed. Motion by Ekern and seconded by Ahlers to adopt the proposed agenda. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Tufty to approve the minutes of April 15, 2024. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Ahlers to allow the following claims for the City and to pay them: Payroll: 4/17/2024: general, 30,269.69; water, 1,818.12; electric, 7,080.29; sewer, 1,818.12; Payroll: 5/1/2024: general, 26,396.91; water, 1,813.07; electric, 6,980.88; sewer, 1,813.10; (25516) Marilyn Allen, refund, 39.53; (25517) Andres A Davis, refund, 23.15; (25518) AFLAC, supplement insurance, 107.12; Altec Industries, repair, 3,773.17; Amaril Uniform Co., uniforms, 305.72; American Legal Publishing, professional fees, 588.53; Austreim Landscaping, supplies, 159.25; Avera Occupational Medicine, drug & alcohol testing, 100.16; Bender Sewer and Drain, repairs, 2,532.00; Betty Von Eye, medical insurance, 174.70; Big Sioux Comm Water System, water purchases/usage, 20,401.35; Bluepeak, phone/cable/internet, 872.58; Booster Publishing, minutes/lifeguard, 400.00; Border States Electric Supply, street lights/supplies, 4,951.04; BSN Sports, supplies, 2,454.29; Buffalo Ridge Concrete, fire hall concrete, 655.50; Cardmember Services, 1,670.57; Catalis, email services, 120.00; Cenex Fleetcard, gas/oil, 1,574.77; City of Sioux Falls, test samples, 29.00; CNA Surety Direct Bill, contract, 100.00; Core & Main, supplies, 1,756.03; Curt’s Collision Center, repairs, 3,720.38; Cybercoach, repairs, 5,528.43; D & D Small Engine Repairs & Sales, mower/supplies, 25,631.25; Dakota Playground, wood fiber surfacing, 2,048.00; Dakota Supply Group, supplies, 147.99; DGR Engineering, professional fees, 4,099.10; Ekern Home Equipment, repairs/supplies, 1,046.12; ELM Customs, repairs/supplies, 2,161.14; Eng Services, contract, 16,457.34; First Savings Bank, professional fees, 3,966.74; Foerster Testing Limited, chip seal, 125.00; FSST, utility taxes, 638.83; Graybar Electric Co., repairs/supplies, 1,706.44; Hawkins, supplies, 60.00; Helms & Associates, professional fees, 1,185.00; IMEG, professional fees, 6,120.00; Jaymar, checks, 488.40; Krull’s Garage, repairs, 511.20; Lodge at Deadwood, conference, 255.00; Metron-Farnier, meters, 1,988.76; MidAmerican Energy, gas, 21.25; Moody Conservation District, supplies, 416.80, Moody County Enterprise, advertising, 941.15; Office Peeps, supplies, 67.21; Ole’s Lock & Key, repairs/supplies, 310.00; Principal Life Insurance Co., dental/vision insurance, 1,088.10; Pulscher Brothers, repairs, 9,826.93; Ramsdell F&M, propane/supplies, 714.45; SD Dept of Health Public Lab Services, test samples, 426.00; SD Municipal League, conference, 105.00; SD Retirement System, retirement, 11,992.67; SD Supplemental Retirement Plan, retirement, 100.00; Secretary of State, contract, 60.00; Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation, training, 625.00; Standard Insurance Co., life insurance, 397.02; Stuart C Irby Co., supplies, 48.00; Sturdevant’s repairs/supplies, 786.60; T & R Service Co., disposal of assets, 2,942.00; TE Underground, street repair, 2,387.00; Tritech Software Systems, annual software fee, 21,602.99; Tyler Lumber Co., supplies, 12,247.78; Tyler Wallert, training, 36.84; Wesco Receivables Corp., equip, 1,574.00; (25580). April EFT’S: Avera Health Plans, health insurance, 11,104.18; City of Flandreau, city bills, 6,545.65; EFTPS, taxes, 22,796.09; Missouri River Energy Services, energy cost, 123,488.61; Postmaster, postage for utility bills, 424.27; SD State Treas-Sales Tax, taxes, 13,566.07; US Dept. of Agriculture, 2019 water & sewer payment, 21,487.00. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. Visitors to Be Heard: None.

Mayor Sutton reported to the Council that a punch list walk through took place at the new Fire Hall on April 23rd. A final walk through of the building will take place before the City takes over possession of the building on or around May 15th, 2024. An Open House Event will take place, so community members can tour the new building. The Boys and Girls Club Expansion project will begin on May 15th, with the construction expected to take approximately a year. Sutton, along with Administrator Turnquist and Electric Superintendent Sherman, will be attending the annual meeting for Missouri River Energy Services in Sioux Falls. Sutton and Turnquist also plan to meet with the FAA to discuss airport projects. Mayor Sutton and Administrator Turnquist will also meet with Todd Meierhenry about possible funding options for housing development in Flandreau.

City Administrator Cohl Turnquist reported that the new playground equipment at the City Park has been installed. Rubber chips will soon be installed to complete the project. The yard waste site will be opening on Wednesday, May 8th, with hours of 3:00-7:00 pm and Saturday hours are 9:00 am-5:00 pm. Testing has been completed at the Duncan Elevator and some asbestos has been found, but will be removed and disposed of properly. Turnquist is working on a Capital Improvement Plan and will hold a workshop with Council members to discuss a 5-year project plan for the City. Updates are happening at the pocket park on main street and there are tentative plans to build a stage in the area to be used for various community events. Public Works Staff will be filling the swimming pool this week, with a tentative opening date set for the end of May.

Motion by Fargen and seconded by Yeaton to approve the Administrator’s Reports. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Old Business: None.

New Business: Mayor Dan Sutton was sworn in by Administrator Turnquist, with his term as mayor expiring 5-1-2028. Aldermen Mark Ekern, Michael Fargen, and Brad Bjerke were sworn in by Administrator Turnquist, with their terms expiring 5-1-2028. Alderman Yeaton was also sworn in by Administrator Turnquist, with his term expiring 5-1-2026.

Motion by Fargen and seconded by Yeaton to appoint Alderman Brad Bjerke as the City Council President. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Abstention: Bjerke. Motion carried.

Motion by Fargen and seconded by Ekern to appoint Alderman Karen Tufty as the City Council Vice President. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Abstention: Tufty. Motion carried.

Finance Officer Lori Kneebone was sworn in by Administrator Cohl Turnquist.

Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Fargen to appoint Corey Bruning as the City of Flandreau’s Attorney upon his agreement. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Tufty and seconded by Ekern to designate The Moody County Enterprise as the Official Newspaper for the City of Flandreau. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Yeaton to designate the First National Bank of Sioux Falls as the Official Depository for the City of Flandreau. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. Kayla Gullickson, representative from the Boys and Girls Club, presented information to the Council about the Boys and Girls Club annual shed raffle. Tickets can be purchased for $30 for the chance to win a 10’ x 20’ Old Hickory Utility Shed. Raffle tickets can be purchased online at greatfuturessd.org or at the following locations: First National Bank, Maynards, The Spot or River’s Edge Cooperative. The drawing for the shed will be held at the Flandreau Friday’s Event.

Stuart Zephier, Executive Director for the Flandreau Athletic Hall of Fame, presented information to the Council about an upcoming fundraising event. Zephier is proposing to hold a sports carnival and street dance in downtown Flandreau on Saturday, July 6th. The Flandreau Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet will be held Sunday, July 7th at the Royal Room at the Royal River Casino. There was no one present to speak about the upcoming Flandreau Rodeo. Administrator Turnquist informed Council that Ethan Hill, owner of Grizzly Meats Locker, is planning to host a rodeo on the grounds by the locker on Saturday, June 1st.

Motion by Fargen and seconded by Ekern to approve a temporary alcoholic beverage license to C2W, LLC for an event June 1st, 2024. The license will be valid from 8:00 am June 1st through 2:00 am on June 2nd at the location of Grizzly Meats Locker. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Tufty to approve pay request number eleven from WS Construction for the new fire station for $122,185.11. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Bjerke to approve Change Order number six from WS Construction for the new fire station for $7,459.40. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Fargen and seconded by Tufty to approve the 2024 Flandreau Aquatic Center Seasonal Hires. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Grace Krull

Abby Schoeberl

$12.42 Jazalynn Kampeska

$12.42 Cameron Flute

$11.39

$11.39

Josie Hamilton $12.07 Hannah Krull $11.39

Sadie Iott $12.07 Micah Otto $11.39

Hailieanne Schepel

$12.07 Nora Hamilton $11.39

Ella Hoffman $11.73 Lily Williams

$11.51

Madison Bushkofsky $11.73 Paisley Rentschler $11.51

Aly Schepel $11.73 Xavier Bien

$11.20

Olivia Peters $11.73 Holden Rentschler $11.20

Breyana Ramirez $11.73 Bret Poitra $11.20

Hailey Lahr $11.39 Bailey Bergjord $11.20

Grace Ehrichs $11.20

Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Tufty to table the proposal for services with IMEG Engineering for Impact Review of 2024 FEMA Floodplain Risk Map. Administrator Turnquist plans to reach out to IMEG’s Engineer to get more information on their proposal. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Ekern to accept the bid from Astech Corporation for the chip seal project for $37,027, with engineering fees from Banner Associates of $7,750 for a project total of $44,877. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Fargen and seconded by Tufty to approve the advertisement for bid for the water and sewer improvement project to be published in the City’s official newspaper on May 15th and May 22nd, 2024. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Tufty to table the 2025 Dispatching Agreement with Moody County for $73,501.80. Council Members would like to hear from County Officials on how the agreement fee was determined. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Tufty to authorize the mayor to sign the Transportation Alternates Grant Agreement with the South Dakota Department of Transportation. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Ekern and seconded by Tufty to approve the 2023 Annual Report prepared by Schoenfish & Company. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Tufty to go into Executive Session for Personnel at 8:19 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Fargen to come out of Executive Session for Personnel at 8:20 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Due to a tornado warning for the area, there was a motion by Bjerke and seconded by Tufty to go into recess at 8:25 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Mayor Sutton reconvened the City Council Meeting at 9:43 p.m. with the following present: Mayor Dan Sutton, Aldermen: Curt Ahlers, Brad Bjerke, Mark Ekern, Mike Fargen, Karen Tufty (via phone), and Tim Yeaton. Also present were City Administrator Cohl Turnquist and Finance Officer Lori Kneebone.

Motion by Ekern and seconded by Ahlers to go into Executive Session for Personnel at 9:44 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Ekern to come out of Executive Session for Personnel at 10:13 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Bjerke to go into Executive Session for Legal at 10:14 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Ekern and seconded by Fargen to come out of Executive Session for Legal at 10:37 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.

Council Comments: None

The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 10:38 p.m.

Daniel D. Sutton Mayor

ATTEST: Cohl Turnquist City Administrator

EGAN CITY MINUTES May 15, 2024

The Board of Trustees of the City of Egan, South Dakota met in regular session on April 25, 2024 at Egan City Hall, 110 W 3rd Street, Egan, SD.

Present: Board of Trustee: Dana Walters, Nancy Hansen, Cody Chamblin and Michelle Ten Eyck, with Jerome Olson. Also present: Randy Roiger, Cameron Burleson, Mike Hein, Diane Olson, Ron & Ginger Campbell, Don Hansen, Sharon Sorenson, Mr & Mrs Sidney Wilkerson, Amanda Walters, Lori VonEye, Harvey Donley, Norm & Donna Koehn, Barb Warborg and Thomas VarVais. Guest attendees: Kevin Goff (IMEG) and Bonnie Hemmer (Egan American Legion)

Meeting was called to order by Chairman Chamblin.

Motion by Olson, second by Hansen to approve the agenda. All present voted “aye.”

Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Olson to approve the minutes of March 20, 2024. All present voted “aye.”

Public Comment: Randy Roiger requested a retraction of a statement made about him in the meeting minutes from the March 20, 2024 meeting. Retraction will be made and corrected. Roiger was good with the new wording mention (reference Corrected March 20, 2024 minutes)

Old Business: Bonnie Hemmer with the Egan American Legion gave an update on the Avenue of Flags dedication scheduled for June 14th, 2024. The Legion had asked for 14 flags and now have 90 that have been purchased due to donations. The flag ceremony will be held at the church in Egan. Legion is requesting volunteers to assist with putting up flags and transporting attendees from parking to event space. Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Walters for the city to provide 2 porta potties for event. All present voted “aye”. Clean up day for Saturday, May 18th was reviewed and volunteers were requested. Replacement of Egan City bridge was discussed. Questions and concerns brought up by city residents and board. Kevin Goff with IMEG was present to address concerns and answer questions. Motion made by Olson, seconded by Ten Eyck to not replace the bridge and to pay known to date incurred cost of $9,200.00 to IMEG. All present voted “aye”, with Walter’s voting “nay”. Speed limit signs on main street will be placed by IMEG as part of the Moody County sign replacement/placement grant. There are currently no speed limit signs on the main street that goes through downtown. Motion by Walters, seconded by Hansen to increase principal payment by $100.00 on the BSRW loan. All present voted “aye”. Senior Center improvements were discussed. Ten Eyck will continue to get quotes on roof as leaks have been found. New carpet quotes have been obtained. Roof is a priority. Motion to table further discussion made by Walters, seconded by Ten Eyck. All present voted “aye”. Chairman Chamblin thanked Walters for his time on the board. Motion by Olson, seconded by Hansen to adjourn meeting. All present voted “aye”.

New Business: Meeting called to order by Finance Officer Wosje. Motion by Hansen, seconded by Ten Eyck to nominate Chamblin as Chairman. All voted “aye”. Motion by Hansen, seconded by Hansen to nominate Olson as Vice-Chairman. All voted “aye”. Committee assignments are as follows: Compliance & Code Enforcement – Olson & Hansen, Parks & Maintenance – Chamblin & Ten Eyck, Maintenance & Streets – Chamblin & Ten Eyck, Utilities – Ten Eyck, Personnel and Compliance – Hansen & Olson. All present voted “aye”. Committee Reports:

Compliance/Code Enforcement: 4 courtesy compliance letters sent out. Notice of Ordinance 157 to run in Enterprise 5/15/24 Maintenance/Streets: Chamblin and Ten Eyck will work on getting a comprehensive plan and quotes together for city street repairs.

Parks: Porta Potty is in place at ball field. Concession stand was discussed and the need to make repairs. Hein will work on weed eating along fence line. Notice for bids going in Enterprise on 5/15/24 for mowing & baling behind ball field and lagoon area.

Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Hansen to approve Financial Report. All present voted “aye”

Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Hansen to approve the following bills: Big Sioux Water $2,910.04 (Water/water loan); Cardmember Services (General supplies, postage, speed bumps, weed eater/blower and misc. plumbing supplies) $778.80; Eng Services(April) $1,133.60; Helsper, McCarty & Rasmussen (Colman fire contract work) $25.00; IRS (April 941 payment) $706.90; Mike Hein (reimburse for keys) $6.75; Moody County Conservation District (Grass seed) $190.41; One Office Solutions (toner) $59.99; River’s Edge (fuel) $150.67; USDA $569.00( water loan); Valley Fibercom$183.90(phone & internet); Payroll (General) $3,095.63 All present voted “aye”.

Motion by Chamblin, seconded by Olson to go into Executive Session – personnel. All present voted “aye”.

Motion by Hansen, second by Olson to adjourn. All present voted “aye” Next Regular Meeting – Wednesday, June 19th, 2024

Minutes submitted pending Board approval.

Cody Chamblin, Chairman

Attest:

Kelly Wosje, Finance Officer

The Board of Trustees of the City of Egan, South Dakota met in regular session on April 25, 2024 at Egan City Hall, 110 W 3rd Street, Egan, SD.

Present: Board of Trustee: Dana Walters, Nancy Hansen, Cody Chamblin and Michelle Ten Eyck, with Jerome Olson present via phone. Also present: Randy Roiger, Cameron Burleson and Mike Hein.

Guest attendees: Marty Skroch (Moody County) and Troy Wellman (Moody County Sheriff)

Meeting was called to order by Chairman Chamblin.

Motion by Hansen, second by Ten Eyck to approve the agenda. All present voted “aye.”

Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Hansen to approve the minutes of March 20, 2024. All present voted “aye.”

Public Comment: No public comment

Old Business: Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Walters to submit, through a grant, 3 speed signs at approximate cost of $1,000.00 per sign. All present voted “aye.” Signs will be placed throughout the city to deter speeding. Wellman stated these are lower cost due to an 80/20 grant. The deadline for the grant to be submitted is May 15th. Once received, expected in 2025, council will determine placement. Police contract questioned by Ten Eyck. Wellman stated without a contract the sheriff’s department will only respond to felony calls. Ten Eyck questioned Skroch on why a fire department contract was needed. Egan either has a contract or residents can pay a tax levy. Skroch to email that tax levy information to Finance Officer so council can determine which option is best financially. Colman fire department contract is still unsigned. Colman Fire Department volunteers and the City of Egan insurance company are working together on contract. Ten Eyck brought up the brush pile burning that took place on Good Friday weekend. It was brought to the board’s attention by Ten Eyck that 3 concerned citizens had contacted her about the actions of those in attendance at said event. Ten Eyck did state it was hearsay as she was not there. She stated that we need volunteers for any city event to sign a liability waiver prior to participating to protect the city and board members should hold themselves to a high standard. Also, alcohol should not be involved when making board decisions, nor when participating in city responsible events. Corrected - Roiger disagreed with the hearsay conversation then abruptly left the meeting. Ballfield fence openings have been fixed as requested. Clean up day is set for May 18th and the schedule provided by Eng’s was reviewed.

New Business: Motion by Ten Eyck, seconded by Hansen to increase rental cost of the Senior Center to $75.00 per day with a $250.00 deposit. All present voted “aye.” A new Use Contract will be drawn up and implemented. Agreed that the Legion, Seniors, and the Cemetery group will continue to use it at no charge, although all will need to sign a liability waiver. Motion by Hansen seconded by Walters to approve 2024 Law Enforcement Contract. All present voted “aye.” Motion by Chamblin, seconded by Ten Eyck to table the USDA Water loan principal payment increase until an updated amortization schedule is received. All present voted “aye.” Motion by Hansen, seconded by Ten Eyck to abate $2,950.00 from a 2018 special assessment. All present voted “aye.”

Committee Reports:

Compliance/Code Enforcement: Motion by Walters, seconded by Ten Eyck to order 5 more sets of speed bumps. All present voted “aye”, with Hansen voting “nay”.

Maintenance: Grass seed purchased from USDA Conservation district. Planted around the baseball field. The council will review where new trees may need to be planted, then purchase from the USDA at a minimal cost.

Parks: Mike will put together a list of materials needed to repair bleachers and the dugouts at the ballfield, then get an estimate. Improvements will need to be made to bring more activity to the field. Utilities: Water Loss report was at 4%.

Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Hansen to approve Financial Report. All present voted “aye” Motion by Hansen, second by Walters to approve the following bills: All Flags LLC (flags for Veterans Park) $188.92; Big Sioux Water $2,830.94 (Water/water loan);Booster (Publishing) $149.85;Cardmember Services (Postage and gate hinge) $66.80; Echo Group (Gentracker annual fee) $825.00; Eng Services(March) $1,133.60; gWorks (Annual UBMax meter reader) $275.00; Helsper, McCarty & Rasmussen (Colman fire contract work) $500.00; IRS (March 941 payment) $754.00; Jerome Olson (reimburse doorknob) $42.47;Moody County Enterprise (Publishing) $72.26; Ottertail Power (April utilities) $752.49; SD 911 (911 messages and fax) $2.24; Significant Digits (SD Reader Annual licensing) $650.00; USDA $569.00( water loan); Valley Fibercom$181.35 (phone & internet); Payroll (General) $3,378.23. All present voted “aye”. Correspondence reviewed: Egan awarded 2023 Secretary’s Award for Drinking Water Excellence Motion by Hansen, second by Olson to adjourn. All present voted “aye” Next Regular Meeting – Wednesday, May 15th, 2024

Minutes submitted pending Board approval.

Cody Chamblin, Chairman

Attest: Kelly Wosje, Finance Officer