Paloma’s Cleaning Service Light and Deep Cleaning, Laundry, Dishes, Small Business Cleaning, and even Meal Prep. Call/text: 605.530.1455 for details. 5t723
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
GENERATORS FOR SALE! BE PREPARED FOR ELECTRIC OUTAGES!! Coleman 4000$300. DEK 4550 - $400 Call 605-997-3441 and leave a message. tfreg
DAVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605- 997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs!
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.
Moody County Resource Center’s Summer Hours
Monday - 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday - Noon - 8 pm
Wednesday-1 pm - 5 pm
Thursday - Noon - 8 pm
Friday - 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday - 10 am - 2 pm
ENG SERVICES NEEDS PART-TIME Operators &Truck Drivers Send resume to dale.eng@hotmail.com
EGAN BAKERY ON THE HILL
Homeade baked goods, custom order cakes, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, muffins, cheesecake. Gluten free items are available upon request. Owner Faith Ehrichs, 12 yrs old. Eganbakeryonthehill@ gmail.com or Call 760-979-6114
Facebook page: Egan Bakery on the Hill
FOR SALE: OLD BARN LUMBER, Hayloft flooring, siding, floor joist planks. Flandreau, SD. Cash only. You Haul. Call 507-215-1457. Leave a message. 3t73
LOOKING FOR SMALL TO MEDIUM SIZE DOG. Call 605-530-0976.
The Moody County Resource Center will be closed Wed, Aug 6thSat, Aug 9th for carpet cleaning! We will reopen Monday, August 11th at 10 am! Thank you for your patience in this matter. 3T86
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
MICHEL OUTDOOR LLC.. Tree removal, Tree Stump Removal, Fence Line Clearing/ Removal, Commercial Mowing,Brush Hogging. Insured. 605-413-9717.
FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216
WE PAY CASH for junk cars, Pickups, Vans and motorcycles. No titles needed. Call or text 605651-5605.
CADILLAC ESCALADE CENTER CAPS LOST NORTHEAST OF FLANDREAU ON GRAVEL ROADS. Silver with Cadillac Emblem. Reward! Call 605-9973441. Leave a message.
Looking for that Rewarding Career Tyler Lumber Co/Flandreau Building Center is looking for the right individual that enjoys the outdoors, helping customers, making jobsite deliveries. For more information on this rewarding career please call Lonnie at 507-8287075.
TO GIVE AWAY: CEDAR STRIP CANOE - Floats. Kawaii Electric Piano - like New. $600. Call 605-6953338. tf716
MICHEL OUTDOOR
LLC.. Tree removal, Tree Stump Removal, Fence Line Clearing/ Removal, Commercial Mowing,Brush Hogging. Insured. 605-413-9717.
FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216
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.
THE BREADBASKET ACCEPTS CANNED GOODS & MONETARY DONATIONS ON THURSDAYS FROM 1 TO 5 AND FRIDAYS FROM 9 TO NOON (EXCLUDING THE 5TH WEEK OF THE MONTH)! We are a community-supported, 501 (c) organization. Every donation helps feed our clients! Leave a message if you have any questions: 605573-0935. P.O. Box 55 - 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau, SD 57028.
FRIDAY NOON DEADLINE FOR THE BOOSTER. Call 605997-2872 or better yet email your ads and billing address to ads@iw.net
ADAM’SBUCKET SERVICE.TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL, Stump Grinding, Storm damage I am insured. Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message
Attention Moody County Residents! The Breadbasket Food Pantry is open Thursdays from 1:30 to 5 pm excluding the 5th Thursday of the month at 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau. 605-573-0935. Please “Like” us on Facebook for more info. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
ENG SERVICES NEEDS PART-TIME Operators &Truck Drivers Send resume to dale.eng@hotmail.com
NEW HORIZONS ROOFING AND GUTTERS, LLC. ALL TYPES OF ROOFING. 18 YEARS EXPERIENCE. VETERAN OWNED. 605-690-4797. tf515
WILL PAY CASH: FOR VINTAGE MLB, NHL, NFL, NBA, COLLEGE SPORTS VINTAGE STARTER JACKETS , EMAIL Gemini77@iw.net with what you have for sale or call 605-864-8159 and leave a message and I will call you back. TFBB
WE PAY CASH for junk cars, Pickups, Vans and motorcycles. No titles needed. Call or text 605651-5605.
USED OIL WANTED! ! Call 605-997-3291. 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
Paloma’s Cleaning Service Light and Deep Cleaning, Laundry, Dishes, Small Business Cleaning, and even Meal Prep. Call/text: 605.530.1455 for details. 5t723
EGAN BAKERY ON THE HILL
Homeade baked goods, custom order cakes, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, muffins, cheesecake. Gluten free items are available upon request. Owner Faith Ehrichs, 12 yrs old. Eganbakeryonthehill@ gmail.com or Call 760-979-6114 Facebook page: Egan Bakery on the Hill
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
Paloma’s Cleaning Service Light and Deep Cleaning, Laundry, Dishes, Small Business Cleaning, and even Meal Prep. Call/text: 605.530.1455 for details. 5t723
KITTENS TO GIVE AWAY!!! 3 kittens! 12 weeks old. Call 605-323-8216.
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.
KITTENS TO GIVE AWAY!!! 3 kittens! 12 weeks old. Call 605-323-8216.
Looking for that Rewarding Career Tyler Lumber Co/Flandreau Building Center is looking for the right individual that enjoys the outdoors, helping customers, making jobsite deliveries. For more information on this rewarding career please call Lonnie at 507-8287075.
The Moody County Resource Center will be closed Wed, Aug 6thSat, Aug 9th for carpet cleaning! We will reopen Monday, August 11th at 10 am! Thank you for your patience in this matter. 3T86
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
MICHEL OUTDOOR LLC.. Tree removal, Tree Stump Removal, Fence Line Clearing/ Removal, Commercial Mowing,Brush Hogging. Insured. 605-413-9717.
59TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CARD SHOWER
Leroy and Pat Schmidt will be celebrating their 59th Wedding Anniversary on July 28th. Please send cards to them at 48229 229th Street, Flandreau S.D. 57028.
75TH & 80TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION OPEN HOUSE
Come celebrate with Alice & Charlie Ryan. Alice turned 75 in July and Charlie will be 80 in August. Party will be Sunday August 10th at the Janklow Community Center in Flandreau. Stop in anytime between 2-4pm. If you can’t make the celebration feel free to send cards to 910 West First Ave Flandreau, SD 57028.
Flandreau Veterinary
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
*Portable double alley tub
*Tilt table for hoof work
A Belated THANK YOU
It takes a lot of time, love, and dedication to put on Summerfest at the Moody County Museum every 4th of July and we are happy to do it. Luckily, we have amazing volunteers who help us pull it together. We cannot express enough gratitude for everything they do.
Thank you to the vendors, bakers, musicians, speakers, and everyone working behind the scenes to make this year a great one! Thank you to the individuals and businesses who gave donations to cover the cost of this event and the buses for additional transportation. And thank you to the visitors that came and enjoyed the day. We especially thank the veterans—not only for participating in the day’s festivities, but for all they have done for our community & our country. Thank you all for being a part of it. Hope to see you again next year.
Moody County
Historical Society and Museum
“ATTENTION”
*The American Legion and Sons of the American Legion, Post 136 are selling paver stones to raise funds for the Veterans Memorial in Chester, SD!!* *Paving stones can be engraved with the name of a veteran, family member, your family name or your business. Pavers will be installed around the base of the American flag in the new memorial! The cost is $175/ paver. For further info or to obtain a paver order form, please call/ text Sons of the American Legion, Squadron 136 Commander, James Haugaard @ 605.759.2703*
Boat Trailer - fits 14’ Boat - New Tires & wiring - No title 12” x 24” ceramic Tile - 51 pieces 1980 John Deere 400 ( 60” deck, Needs work, has snow blower, bagger, wheel weights, tire chains and new parts)
Twenty - 20’ Poles; 5000 sq. ft. Corrugated Barn Steel; Husquvarna Riding mower; Old Interior Doors with hardware; Old Trim; Miscellaneoius Salvaged Building Materials. Barn Siding, 8” Siding, Construction Equipment
Call for More information and Directions
Rehearsal will be May 7, 15, 22, and 29
June 2025
Thursday, June 5 7:00 concert
Thursday, June 12 7:00 concert
Thursday, June 19 7:00 concert
Friday, June 20 Flandreau Friday concert
Saturday, June 28 Egan parade
July 2025
Thursday, July 3 rehearsal
Friday, July 4 1:00 concert
Thursday, July10 7:00 concert
Thursday, July 17 7:00 concert
Thursday, July 24 rehearsal
Thursday, July 31 Moody County fair parade and concert at fair grounds
August 2025
Thursday August 7 7:00 concert
Thursday August 14 7:00 concert
Registration
Morning Preschool 3 & 4 year old class (must be potty-trained)
Tuesday and Thursday mornings 9:00-11:30 AM
Jr. Kindergarten 4 & 5 year old class
Tuesday & Thursday afternoons 12:30-3:00 pm
Wednesdays 9:00am-3:00 pm
PESTICIDE CONTAINER RECYCLE COLLECTION
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources will be collecting pesticide containers steel sizes 5 to 55 gallons and all plastic containers up to 55 gallon. All containers must be triple or pressure rinsed with lids and labels removed. For larger plastic containers please contact the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources to arrange collection. Collection site will be at: This service is provided FREE of charge by the South Dakota Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources. For more information, contact the South Dakota Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources at (605) 773-3153 or visit our website at https://danr.sd.gov/Environment/WasteManagement/WastePesticide/
BANKING THAT FEELS LIKE A BONUS
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ATM, at a physical banking location or by transfer from another account. Must mention this offer at the time of account opening. Incentive is considered interest and will be reported on IRS Form 1099-INT, or Form 1042-S, if applicable. 2) ePlus Reward Rate Requirements: Have 15 or more
transactions post to your account during the qualification cycle and receive electronic statements. (Pending debit card transactions and all ACH and ATM transactions are excluded.) 3) Annual
Yields (APYs) accurate as of July 2, 2025. Rates are subject to change without notice. Rates may change after account is opened. Balances up to $50,000 receive annual percentage yield (APY) up to 3.00%; and balances over $50,000 earn 0.30% interest on the portion of the balance over $50,000, resulting in 3.00%-0.30% APY depending on the balance in the account. If reward rate requirements are not met: 0.30% APY on average daily balance. Fees may reduce earnings on account. $100 minimum to open. Restrictions may apply. Member FDIC.
The Assistant Attorney General will be tasked with the responsibility of prosecuting the Tribe’s Law and Order Code and will work closely with Tribal Police and other local state and federal agencies. The attorney will also assist with matters regarding the representation of the Tribe, Its’ departments and enterprises. The attorney will handle all adult criminal juvenile delinquency matters. Our website has been updated, please visit our
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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For more information, contact: Carrie Vugteveen, Vice President of Public Relations Phone 800-234-1960, carrie.vugteveen@siouxvalleyenergy.com
C.L.A.S.S. Grant Deadline is August 15
Area teachers could win $350 for their classroom
Teachers from across the region will soon be preparing for the upcoming school year and to give them a head start for 2025-2026, Sioux Valley Energy has brought back its C.L.A.S.S. Grant program. Many teachers purchase classroom supplies on their own. To help, the Co-op will provide 10 area teachers with a $350 grant to purchase supplies for their classroom. Teachers can submit an online entry to Sioux Valley Energy at SVEClassGrants.com. All entries must be submitted by 10 a.m. on Friday, August 15. The grant recipients will be selected through a drawing which will be held at noon on Tuesday, August 19 via Facebook. One teacher from each of the Cooperative’s 10 districts will be selected from the drawing.
Sioux Valley Energy, a Touchstone Energy® Cooperative, is a member-owned electric utility, providing reliable electric service at cost-based rates to nearly 30,000 homes, farms, businesses, and industries in a seven-county area of east-central South Dakota and western Minnesota.
Moody County Fair Schedule
2 0 2 5
Thursday, July 31
12:00pm Poultry Show; Rabbit Show to Follow
5:30pm Parade Line Up @ the Museum
6:00pm Parade Starts
6:00pm - 7:30pm Pork Loin Feed - West of Grandstand
6:30pm Registration for Tractor Pull
7:00pm Kids Tractor Pull Starts - Grandstand
7:00pm Flandreau City Band Performance
7:00pm - 9:00p.m. Exhibit building open located in the community center
Friday, August 1
8:30am Dairy Cattle Show
9:00am - 9:00pm Exhibit Building Open located in the community center
10:00am Breeding and Market Meat Goat Show
11:30am Sheep Show
3:00pm Ag Olympics
4:00pm - 8:00pm Vendors, Bounce Houses, Beanbag Toss, Dunk Tank
7:00pm-10:00pm - Jaded Band
Saturday, August 2
8:00am Exhibit Building Open located in the community center
8:00am Swine Show
9:30am Small Animal Pet Show
10:00am Beef Show
11:00am Static Building Closes - Clean up Following Beef Show - Round Robin
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BE READY FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF AG
Right now it’s a pedal tractor pull at the county fair. But before you know it, your kids will be pulling real equipment around the field in a real tractor.
We have everything you need to help grow and strengthen your operation – so when the time comes, you’ll feel ready to pass it on.
• Equipment, operating, and installment loans
• Ag checking and savings accounts
• Producer education
Give us a call today, and let’s make sure you’re ready for the next generation of ag!
CITY OF FLANDREAU • 1005 W. Elm Avenue • Flandreau, SD 57028-1404 COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS July 21st, 2025
The City Council of the City of Flandreau, South Dakota, met in regular session on Monday, July 21st 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; City Attorney, Matthew Tysdal; Planning Commission members; Brian Bergjord, David Lillibridge, Margie Powers, Bart Sample, Mike Witte. Shane Waterman, IMEG Engineer, Police Chief Zach Weber, Randy Tollefson and Bridget Flannery. The proposed agenda was reviewed. Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Tufty 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 Bjerke and seconded by Yeaton to approve the minutes of July 7th, 2025. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Ekern and seconded by Fargen to allow the following claims for the City and to pay them: Payroll, 7/9/25: general, 40,656.92; water, 1,394.19; electric, 7,875.64; sewer, 3,308.93; solid waste, 266.15. (27019) IMEG, Utility Improvement Project Construction Management Fees, 39,100.00. (27020) A-1 Portable Toilets, portable toilet rentals, 370.00; AFLAC, supplemental insurance, 277.44; American Legal Publishing, internet renewal period, 500.00; Austreim Landscaping Inc., pocket park landscaping, 96.00; Bobcat of Brookings, supplies, 555.65; Brookings Equipment, Inc., repairs, 270.18; Cecily Kopecky, rental reimbursement, 100.00; Century Business Products, copier contact, 394.88; Chesterman Company, pool supplies for resale, 452.20; Core & Main LP, repairs, 1,655.02; DGR Engineering, professional services, 236.00; Ekern Home Equipment, Inc., repairs, 6,645.37; Grace Krull, WSI training, 149.44; GreatAmerica Financial Services, copier agreement, 171.21; Hawkins, Inc., pool supplies, 208.00; Heidepriem, Purtell, Siegel, Hinrichs & Tysdal, LLP, professional fees, 4,505.46; Hunter Bushkofsky, summer rec instructor, 300.00; Josie Hamilton, summer rec instructor, 400.00; Lance Weatherly, community center deposit reimbursement, 250.00; M & T Fire Safety, Inc., supplies, 213.15; Madison Bushkofsky, summer rec instructor, 600.00; McLeod’s Printing & Office Supply, supplies, 208.98; Megan Severtson, summer rec instructor, 400.00; MidAmerican Energy, gas, 2,585.47; Missouri River Energy Services, AMI meter count & monthly fee, 390.00; Office Peeps, Inc., supplies, 103.24; Olivia Peters, summer rec supplies, 37.17; Ottertail Power Company, airport electricity, 179.52; River’s Edge Cooperative, gas/ oil, 2,140.13; SD Supplemental Retirement Plan, supplemental retirement, 100.00; Sparkle Car Wash, Inc., FPD car washes, 10.35; Steve’s Tire & Service Inc., towing, 185.00; Sturdevant’s Auto Supply, supplies/repairs, 640.09; Transunion Risk and Alternative, FPD data look-up, 120.00; Valley Fibercom, phones/internet, 766.64; Waxdahl Napa Plus LLC, repairs, 96.63; WESCO, street light supplies, 95.40 (27056). The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
The Planning Commission meeting for the joint public hearing was called to order by Chairman Bergjord at 6:33 p.m.
A Public Hearing was held on Ordinance 631, Amending Chapter 155.073. This ordinance allows for a conditional use permit withing an R2 district. No public input was held. Public hearing was adjourned. Motion by Commission Member Sample and seconded by Powers to recommend approval of Ordinance 631. The following commission members voted aye: Bergjord, Lillibridge, Powers, Sample and Witte. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. Motion by Lillibridge and seconded by Witte to adjourn the Planning Commission meeting at 6:36 p.m. The following commission members voted aye: Bergjord, Lillibridge, Powers, Sample and Witte. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. Mayor Dan Sutton continued with the city council meeting at this time.
Visitors to Be Heard: None.
Mayor Dan Sutton commended the FSST and everyone involved with the successful Pow Wow held over the weekend of July 18-20. Sutton also encouraged residents to attend the Moody County Fair, which will be the week of July 28th.
City Administrator Cohl Turnquist reported that he and Finance Officer Kneebone are starting to work on the preliminary 2026 city budget. Council members and/or members of the public are encouraged to reach out to Turnquist with 2026 budgetary priorities. Subsidy request letters have been mailed out to organizations who usually received funding from the city. Please reach out to the city office with any questions regarding the 2026 budget.
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: The second reading of Ordinance 629: FEMA Flood Plain Regulations was held. Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Ahlers to approve Ordinance 629. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
The second reading of Ordinance 630: City Budget Timeline was held. Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Tufty to approve Ordinance 630. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
The second reading of Ordinance 631: Amending Chapter 155.073 was held. Motion by Fargen and seconded by Ekern to approve Ordinance 631. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
New Business: IMEG Engineer, Shane Waterman reported to the council on updates with the utility improvement project. Locations have been dug up for new valves, to assist in water shut-offs. When new valves arrive, there could be a broader shutdown of the water system, but residents will be notified if there will be a disruption to service. The next public meeting to go over utility project updates will be held on Wednesday, July 30th at 12:00 p.m. at the city office.
A discussion was had on the use of motorized scooters and electric bicycles within city limits. Police Chief Zach Weber was present to answer questions and concerns. The city’s current bicycle ordinance addresses pedal bikes. There is concern for public safety due to the the speed of the motorized bikes and the fact that some bicyclists aren’t following basic traffic laws. After much discussion, the city council recommended Administrator Turnquist bring back an updated Ordinance to address some of these safety concerns with motorized scooters and electric bicycles. No council action was taken at this time.
Motion by Ekern and seconded by Bjerke to approve the Letter of Engagement with Ketel Thorstenson for the 2024 Audit. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. Randy Tollefson and Bridget Flannery presented information to the council about what it means to be a Purple Heart City. Mayor Dan Sutton read a proclamation declaring Flandreau a Purple Heart City and presented Tollefson and Flannery a certificate of proclamation. Signage will be provided declaring Flandreau a Purple Heart City.
Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Fargen to approve Wes Hall as the Ambulance Director, placing him at a part-time wage of $33.65/hourly. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Discussion was had on the upcoming City Employee Appreciation Event, which will be held on July 29th from 6:00-8:00 at the Aquatic Center. The pool will be closed to the public for this event.
Council Comments: None.
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 7:28 p.m.
Daniel D. Sutton Mayor ATTEST: Cohl Turnquist City Administrator
Egan City Minutes July 16, 2025
The Board of Trustees of the City of Egan, South Dakota met in regular session on July 16th, 2025, at Egan City Hall, 101 N Irvin St, Egan, SD.
Present: Board of Trustees – Nancy Hansen, Cody Chamblin, Mike Hein, Jerome Olson, Michelle Ten Eyck and Finance Officer Kayla Charles. Also present: Egan
Residents Mike Larson, Barb Warborg, Larry MacDonald and Leon Blackwell
6:00 pm meeting was called to order by Chairman Chamblin.
Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Hansen to approve the agenda. All present voted “aye.”
Motion by Hansen to approve the May 21st Amended Meeting Minutes and Regular June 18th Meeting Minutes, second by Hein. All present voted “aye.”
Public Comment: Mike Larson would like the board to investigate updating street signs. The board advised they are on the waiting list with IMEG and will have Charles get a status update. Will update next month. Larson also asked where city worker Don Hansen would be hauling from on city property that he would be coming from the North of his house on July 2nd. Charles said she could not remember specifically but Hansen was doing something for Deb to be able to mow.
Zoning: Ten Eyck and Olson will provide a list and photos to Charles of properties not in compliance with zoning ordinances. Charles will send out letters. Hansen would like to see list before letters are sent out. Charles also advised the City of Egan was served with Notice of Taking Tax Deed on the Micheal Berhow trailer. Charles will reach out to see if any of the mowing or utility charges can be specially assessed to the property.
Old Business: Moody County June Sherriff report was shared. FEMA- Charles and Hansen attended the second county Flood Plan Mitigation meeting. Egan’s ordinance will be part of that plan along with the results
PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION
Guns & Ammo., 2 Compound Hunting Bows, Like New Tohatsu 5 HP Boat Motor, A Collection of Approx. 65 Pipestone Peace Pipes, Cub Cadet LTX 1050 Lawn Tractor, Shop Items & Tools, Antiques & Collectibles, Household & Misc.
As I am selling my acreage, I will offer the following items at my home located 1381 111th St., Pipestone, MN or from Pipestone, MN (McDonald’s Corner – Jct. Hwy’s #30 & #75 –5 miles east on Hwy. #30 to the Hatfield Corner, then 1 mile north on 130th Ave. and ¾ mile east on 111th St.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 9, 2025 • SALE TIME: 10:00 AM
Guns & Ammo to sell at approx. 12:00 noon with Peace Pipes to follow Visit www.suttonauction.com for complete ad listing & photos!
JIM MONK, Owner
CHUCK SUTTON: Auctioneer & Land Broker – MN Auct. Lic. #59-26 - Sioux Falls, SD605-336-6315 & Pipestone MN – 507-825-3389
DEAN STOLTENBERG: RE Salesperson & Auctioneer - MN Auct. Lic. #59-38 Jasper, MN - 507-829-6856
JARED SUTTON, CAI: RE Salesperson & Auctioneer - MN Auct. Lic. #59-72 Flandreau, SD – 605-864-8527
flags stored there. The board advised that if the key is locked in the Legions safe and not duplicated, they have no issue with them having a key. Charles will get a key to Legion President Allen Loehr. Review Shipping Container Ordinances- Will add to next month’s agenda. Review Road Bids- Charles presented three bids/quotes to the board for seal coating. Ten Eyck motion to approve the bid from Seal Pros Inc. in the amount of 40,000.07 to seal coat the roads in Egan, seconded by Olson. All present voted “aye.”
Committee Reports: Compliance/Code Enforcement: Discussed in zoning Maintenance/Streets: Discussed in New Business. Parks: Dumpster at the Ballpark next weekend for ball tournament. Charles will develop an envelope for campers to use when submitting payment. Personnel/Compliance: Deb will be gone 8/22-8/31/2025 Utilities: Charles will reach out to Horizon Spraying to spray lagoons. Hein will reach out to Ottertail on Update on light.
Motion by Hansen, second by Olson to approve Financial Report. All present voted “aye.”
Motion by Hansen, second by Ten Eyck to approve the following bills: Payroll (General +Board+ employer taxes) 3783.45; Big Sioux Community Water System (JuneLoan/Water purchase) 3212.67; Booster ( Publishing) 312.50; CardMember Services (Microsoft/Quickbooks Auto Renewal/Printer Ink/Postage) 3134.25; Eng Services (May 25 Garbage/Gravel) 3134.25; OtterTail (June 2025 Bill) 813.39; Moody County Auditor (May 2025 Deputy Coverage) 955.60; Moody County Enterprise (Publishing) 150.97; City of Sioux Falls (Water testing) 26.73; USDA Payment (June Payment) 569.00; Lacey Rentals (Porta Potty Cleaning) 155.00; BH Grading (2025 Gravel Road Maint) 350.77; Valley FiberCom (June 25 Usage) 182.55; SD DANR (2025 Drinking Water Permit) 100.00; Total 17606.22; All present voted “aye”.
Correspondence: Larry MacDonald discussed his letter for a new Egan sign, Charles will add this to next month’s agenda. Charles shared a letter from FEMA, Donna Koehn, First District, and OtterTail.
Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Hansen to adjourn at 7:07 pm. All present voted “aye.” Next Regular Meeting – Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 6pm.
SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Care Center Administrator, this position is responsible for the day-to-day HR functions for the long-term care center. Responsible for recruitment, staffing and placement process. Perform payroll management duties; managers the performance appraisal system. Works with Administrator to maintain compensation plan. Assist and mentor supervisors with employee relations. Advises with the interpretation of HR policy, rules, regulations and procedures. Nurtures a positive working environment.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in management or human resources plus four (4-6) years relevant experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree. Any combination of related education and/or related experience will be considered if the candidate possesses the demonstrated ability. SHRM certification in human resources a plus.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must submit to and pass pre-employment alcohol and drug testing.
• Must submit and pass Public Law 101-630 background check.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
Please apply on-line at fsst-nsn.gov and attach resume. For questions, please contact Lacey Rentschler, Clinic HR Manager at lacey.rentschler@ihs.gov or 605-573-4126
PESTICIDE CONTAINER RECYCLE COLLECTION
LARGE PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION
Huge Assortment of Antiques & Collectibles from the Pauline Matthews Collection of Pipestone, MN!! Furniture, Stoneware, Pipestone, Prints & More!! We will offer the following Personal Property onsite at the residence located at 319 2nd Ave SE, Pipestone, MN. From Hank’s Foods in Pipestone – 3/10 Mile E. on 7th St. SW/Hwy. #30, then 2/10 Mile N. on Hiawatha Ave (St. Leo’s Catholic Church, Pipestone Co. Courthouse), then 1 Block E. on 4th St. SE.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
Sale Time: 3:00 PM
AUCTIONEERS NOTE: This is the 1st offering of items to be sold for the Matthews Family. This auction will consist of a unique offering of items with something for everyone! Please come prepared as 2 rings may be utilized!
CITY TIME LOCATION
DATE
Brookings 8:00 – 11:00 Brookings Regional Landfill July 23
Flandreau 1:00 – 3:30 Rivers Edge Co-op Aug. 12
Madison 8:30 – 11:30 Madison Farmers Coop Aug. 12
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources will be collecting pesticide containers steel sizes 5 to 55 gallons and all plastic containers up to 55 gallon. All containers must be triple or pressure rinsed with lids and labels removed. For larger plastic containers please contact the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources to arrange collection. Collection site will be at: This service is provided FREE of charge by the South Dakota Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources. For more information, contact the South Dakota Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources at (605) 773-3153 or visit our website at https://danr.sd.gov/Environment/WasteManagement/WastePesticide/
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES, FURNITURE, HOUSEHOLD: 6’ Oak Church Pew; Wdn. Library Tbl.; Arcadia Oak Ice Chest; 2- Fainting Couches; Ice Cream Chairs; Knee Hold Desk – Glass Pulls; Child’s Roll Top Desk & Chair; Child Desks & Chairs; Ant. Dressers; Sellers Oak Kitchen Hoosier Cab.; Brunswick Victoria Cab w/ Player; Mission Style 4’ Desk; Primitive Kitchen Cab.; Lacled Folding Bench; Wagon Seat Bench; Ice Cream Tbl & 2 Chairs; Oak Key hole Buffet; Oak Sewing Mach. Cab.; 2- New Home Oak Treadle Sewing Mach. Cab; Cane Seat Chairs; Var. Dish Sets; Met. Cabinets; Wdn. Kitchen Cab.; 5 Drwr. Dresser; 3 ½’ Glass Display Cab.; Wdn. Piano Stool; Lounger Sofa; Oak Kitchen Tbl.; Wdn. Press Back Chairs; “Dad’s Root beer” Thermometer; No. 2 Wdn. Churn; Milk Bottles; Oak Wall Phone; Copper Boilers; Galv. Pails & Water Cans & Wash Tubs; 5 Gal. Stoneware Jug; Huge Assortment of Lrg. Pcs. Of Pipestone; Enamelware; 30, 6, 4, & 3 Gal. RW Crocks; Overall Park & Pollard Crock; Egg Baskets; Bird Cage; Baskets; Kimball Organ Parts; Wdn. Cracker Crate; Rug Beaters; Perfection Oil Heater; Peerless Rnd. Parlor Stove; 22 New Clarion Wood Burning Parlor Stove; Shillito Iceless Galv. Refrigerator; Ornate Fireplace Mantle; Wdn. Mantle Clock; Ant. Wdn. Sled; Var. Ant. Glass Light Shades; Baby Buggies; Met. Tractor Seats; Wash Boards; Ant. Screen Door; Var. Ant. Kitchen Items; Dbl. Wash Tub Stds; Kitchen Hd. Pumps; Hames; Cups & Saucers; Assort. Glassware, American Family Scale; Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Wood Cutouts; Lion Figurine; Assort. Ant. House Trim & Woodwork; Lead Glass Windows; Ant. Highchairs; Infl. Kayak & Paddles; Childrens Toys; Trimm Home Speaker; 4,6,8 Pane Windows; Asstd. Prints of Paintings done by Pauline Matthews.
LAWN & GARDEN: B&D Elec. Mower; Patio Chairs; Fire Pit; Rod Iron Patio Tbl. & Chairs; Wicker Sofa & 2 Arm Chairs; Num. Yard & Garden Tools; Garden Hose; Maclaren Plant Holders.
PAULINE MATTHEWS, Owner – Chris Ulrich POA AUCTION SOLD & CLERKED BY SUTTON AUCTIONEERS & LAND BROKERS, LLC
CHUCK SUTTON – Auctioneer & Land Broker – Sioux Falls, SD – ph. 605-336-6315
JARED SUTTON, CAI – Auctioneer & RE Broker Assoc. – Flandreau, SD – ph. 605-864-8527
DEAN STOLTENBERG – RE Salesperson & Auctioneer – MN Auct. Lic. #59-38 – Jasper, MN – 507-829-6856
DEAN GULBRANSON – RE & PP Auctioneer – Madison, SD – 605-695-0133
Interstate Auction Center Consignment
Auction
Saturday, August 9, 2025 • 10:00 AM
3 miles East of Sioux Falls exit 402
To consign tractors, skid loaders, farm, & ranch& construction equipment, harvest equipment.
Please call: 605-331-4550 or 507-370-1912
Visit the website at: auctionzip.com for complete details
Machinery Consignment AUCTION
Demand is good for clean used Farm Machinery
Monday, August 4 - 10:00 a.m.
Now taking consignments! Tractors, Hay Equipment, Tillage Equipment, Planters, Skid Loaders, Trucks, Trailers, Lawn & Garden, Vehicles, Tools, Livestock Equipment & More. Call early to receive full advertising benefits.
Trucking Available • Pick Up of Machinery Available Fair Commission Rates • Good Loading & Unloading Equipment Ph. 507-370-1912 • JESS DONKERSLOOT
F E E D F E E D
THURSDAY AUGUST 14TH, 2025 • SALE TIME: 6:00 PM This property can be shown by appointment arranged with the auctioneers or by contacting Jordan at 605-695-3499.
Open House Dates: Wed. July 2nd 6-8PM, Wed. July 16th 6-8PM and Sat. Aug. 2nd 1-2PM
This home consists of a nice 3-bedroom ranch style home being sold to be moved and is 48’ X 30’ for a Total of 1440 Square Foot on the Main Level. This is the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Parsonage currently being used as the Church office until completion of the “New Addition” to the Church. See www.suttonauction.com for complete information!
ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, OWNER
LUTHERAN CHURCH or Just South Across the Street from the Baseball Field in Garretson, SD.
FLANDREAU SCHOOL ACTIVITY CALENDAR AUGUST 2025
COLMAN-EGAN SCHOOL
Sutton Auctioneers & Land Brokers, Kuhle-Sutton Agency, and Pipestone Realty are proud to announce the addition of Gage Gullickson to our growing team of professionals!
Gage is a recent graduate of South Dakota State University and attended the prestigious Western College of Auctioneering in Billings, MT, shortly after graduating from high school. He brings with him a strong work ethic, a solid foundation in both real estate and auctioneering, and a genuine passion for the industry.
Licensed as a Real Estate Broker Associate and Auctioneer in both South Dakota and Minnesota, Gage is well-prepared to assist buyers and sellers across the region. Whether you're planning an auction, listing property, or searching for the right investment, Gage is ready to provide knowledgeable and dedicated service.
We’re confident that Gage will be a great asset to our team and to the clients we serve. His enthusiasm, commitment to excellence, and local roots make him a natural fit for our organization.
Fr i d ay Fr i d ay
August 1 , 2 0 2 5 Au gust 1 , 2 0 2 5 Moody County Fair Moody County Fair 3 PM AG OLYMPICS 4 PM - 8 PM DUNK TANK, BOUNCE HOUSES, BEANBAGS, AND VENDORS
