This Weeks 01-25-2023 Moody County Booster

February 4, 2023

from 10 am-5pm Eastman

Hall 612 S. Center St. Flandreau, SD Leah’s Indian Tacos, Walking Tacos, Family Affair Fabric, Ribbon, Thread, Glitter Cups, & Baked Goods

B & B STEELWORKS

NOW BUYING CARS, TRUCKS, & FARM EQUIPMENT. Top dollar paid. Will pick up! 23165, 476th Avenue, Flandreau SD. Ph. 605-310-0329 (Bernie). tF

Dakota Joe Coffee Co is an independent small specialty gourmet coffee shop located in the Royal River Casino and Hotel. Stop in today! Mobile ordering available at (605) 5927166. TF1124

Moody County Resource Center’s Winter Hours Mon 9 am-5pm, Tues 9am8pm, Wed 9am-8pm, Thurs 9am-8pm, Fri 9 am-5pm, Sat 9am-2pm.

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

103rd Birthday Card Shower

The family of Margaret Headrick is hosting a Card Shower in Honor of her 103rd Birthday on January 26 2023. Birthday Greetings can be sent to her at Edgewood Assisted Living 800 S. Wind, Flandreau S.D. 57028.

Thank You

We want to thank those who have expressed congratulations and kind words about our decision to retire. This decision is bittersweet but we look forward to our next chapter of life. We want to convey our gratitude to all the families in Moody County, Elkton, and the surrounding area that have placed their trust in us to take care of their loved ones in one of the most difficult times in their lives.

Mike & Jackie Skroch

Thank You

The family of Shirley Chamley would like to thank everyone who expressed sympathy at her passing. Thanks to Cole Winger and the staff at Skrochs for your help and support, to Pastor Spitzenberger for your warm & endearing prayer service. Thanks to all those who came to the visitation, Your thoughts, prayers,, cards, flowers, pjome calls and memorials to her life were all very much appreciated.

Katie Linenberg & Family

Tony Chamley & Family

Her siblings, Bill, Diana & Elaine

Thank You

All friends and family of Shirley Chamley who donate funds in her memory have our very sincere Thank You as we forward those funds to the Trent Scholarship Fund.

Katie & Family

Tony & Family and Siblings, Bill, Diana, & Elaine

Thank You

The family of Linda Arnold would like to Thank Everyone for the gifts, cards and condolences upon the death of my sister Linda.

STRAYED NORTH OF FLANDREAU... Red and White Cow!! Call 605-8641077 or 605-633-0773.

COLMAN/EGAN SCHOOL is looking for a Full Time Custodian and CDL & Non CDL Bus Drivers. Contact Scott Hemmer at 605-534-3533. 2t111

TOTAL MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS, INC., 425 5TH AVENUE SOUTH, BROOKINGS SD 57006. PH. 1-605-692-9056. OUR CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS SPECIALIZE in tile, wood and concrete refinishing, fire and water restoration, carpet cleaning, ductwork cleaning, and upholstery cleaning. Free cost estimates on every job. “Total Maintenance, We don’t cut corners, we clean them.”

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.

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

Dakota Joe Coffee Co is an independent small specialty gourmet coffee shop located in the Royal River Casino and Hotel. Stop in today! Mobile ordering available at (605) 5927166. TF1124

Help Wanted High School Secretary Flandreau Public Schools. Send Resume, cover letter and reference letters to: Rick. Weber@k12.sd.us or Supt. Rick Weber 600 W. Community Drive Flandreau, SD 57028 605-997-3263 EOE Closes January 27. 2t125

Coming soon: Mystery! Adventure! Romance! You could fall in love & win big through the Moody County Resource Center’s Blind Date with a Book this February & March! Call the library at 997-3326, or visit our website for more info!

USED OIL WANTED!!!! Call Scott at 605-9973291. tf119

The Breadbasket food pantry is open Thursdays from 1:30 to 5 pm for Moody County residents (excluding the 5th Thursday of the month). PO Box 55,. Flandreau (605) 5730935 Please “like” us on Facebook for more information. tf93

La despensa de alimentos Breadbasket está abierta los jueves de 1:30 a 5 pm para los residentes del condado de Moody (excepto el quinto jueves del mes). PO Box 55, Flandreau (605) 573-0935 “Me gusta” en Facebook para obtener más información. tf93

MICHEL STUMP GRINDING. Free estimates. Fully insured. Haul away and back fill available. Residential and commercial. Call 605-413-9717

CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@ patriot-electricinc.com TF

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

ERICKSEN SALVAGE. Buying old cars, trucks, scrap iron, old farm equipment, tin, and wire. Charlie Ericksen. Phone 605-2544654. TF627

MOBILE HOME LOTS FOR RENT IN FLANDREAU SD. $225 per month. Call Kale at 605-690-4797. tf713

B & B STEELWORKS NOW BUYING CARS, TRUCKS, & FARM EQUIPMENT. Top dollar paid. Will pick up! 23165, 476th Avenue, Flandreau SD. Ph. 605-310-0329 (Bernie). 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

STOLTZFUS TRUCK & AG. DOT Inspections. Sandblasting. Repair. Ph. 507-820-1015. tf34

GENERATORS

FOR SALE! BE PREPARED FOR ELECTRIC OUTAGES!! Coleman 4000 - $450. DEK 4550$650 $850 for both!! Call 605-997-3441 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 605530-3211.

TOTAL MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS, INC., 425 5TH AVENUE SOUTH, BROOKINGS SD 57006. PH. 1-605-692-9056. OUR CERTIFIED TECHNICIANS SPECIALIZE in tile, wood and concrete refinishing, fire and water restoration, carpet cleaning, ductwork cleaning, and upholstery cleaning. Free cost estimates on every job. “Total Maintenance, We don’t cut corners, we clean them.”

ERICKSEN SALVAGE. Buying old cars, trucks, scrap iron, old farm equipment, tin, and wire. Charlie Ericksen. Phone 605-2544654. TF627

Are you in need of new shingles?Call us for a no charge estimate for all your roofing needs. Shingling South Dakota for over 20 years. Call or text 605-651-5605.

ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605530-3211.

FOR RENT LARGE TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT. Fresh paint with new carpet. On site Laundry, AC, Blinds. $600 per month rent - $600 deposit. Credit & background check required. No Pets! No Smoking! Tenant pays electric. Landlord pays heat, water & garbage.. Call 605-201-1670. tf125

Winter Food & Fabric Sale February 4, 2023 from 10 am-5pm Eastman Hall 612 S. Center St. Flandreau, SD Leah’s Indian Tacos, Walking Tacos, Family Affair Fabric, Ribbon, Thread, Glitter Cups, & Baked Goods

ERICKSEN SALVAGE. Buying old cars, trucks, scrap iron, old farm equipment, tin, and wire. Charlie Ericksen. Phone 605-2544654. TF627

Winter Food & Fabric Sale February 4, 2023 from 10 am-5pm Eastman Hall 612 S. Center St. Flandreau, SD Leah’s Indian Tacos, Walking Tacos, Family Affair Fabric, Ribbon, Thread, Glitter Cups, & Baked Goods

USED OIL WANTED!!!! Call Scott at 605-9973291. tf119

If you are a Senior Citizen, and are having a hard time affording groceries, please come to The Breadbasket food pantry (202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau) on Thursdays in between 1:30 and 5. No need to feel embarrassed, we will treat you with respect, and explain things carefully. Questions? Please leave a message, and we will get back to you as soon as we are able to. 605-5730935. tf629

ERICKSEN SALVAGE. Buying old cars, trucks, scrap iron, old farm equipment, tin, and wire. Charlie Ericksen. Phone 605-2544654. TF627

HELP WANTED. Reliable and Dependable a must. Will train the right candidate. Waitstaff, Dishwasher & Prep and Line Cook. Apply in person at Hunkake Cafe 102 E 2nd Ave, Flandreau, SD 57028.

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.

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

Help Wanted Paraprofessionals 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 tf

STOLTZFUS TRUCK & AG. DOT Inspections. Sandblasting. Repair. Ph. 507-820-1015. tf34

MADISON LIVESTOCK SALES CO INC

SATURDAY, JANUARY 28, 2023

BRED COW & HEIFER SALE

START AT 12 NOON

345 EXTRA FANCY BLK & F1 BWF HFRS; 1150-1250#; BRED EZ CLVING LBW THOMAS RANCH ANGUS BULLS; 4 CLVING GROUPS: MAR 5-MAR 20 (115 BWF 95 BLK), MAR 20-APR 5 (30 BWF 45 BLK), APR 5-APR 20 (18 BWF 20 BLK), APR 20-MAY 5 (12 BWF 10 BLK); SPRING: PELVIC CHECK, PREBREEDING, FOOT ROT, PINK EYE VAC; FALL: ULTRA 7 WAY, STAY-BRED VAC & POURED-ASH GROVE FARMS, WINFRED, MARK 605-480-1283, COLE 605-480-0158, PETE 605-480-1282

80 BLK & BWF HFRS; AI’ED TO WERNER FLAT TOP (MAY 26), CLEAN UP BULLS EZ CLVING BRUNS ANGUS (MAY 28-45 DAYS); 4 CLVING GROUPS: MAR 1 (43 AI’ED), MAR 2-15 (12 BULL), MAR 16-31 (11 BULL), APR 1-15 (14 BULL); SPRING: PELVIC CHECKED, BANGS VAC, MULTIMIN, CATTLEMASTER GOLD FP5 L5; FALL: ULTRA SOUNDED, SCOURBOS 9, GENERIC POUR ON, FOOT ROT SHOT-RENAAS, NUNDA, CASEY 605-270-3234

50 BLK & RED HFRS, 1200#, 25 AI’ED HERF OR BLK ANGUS MAR 1, 25 BLK OR RED ANGUS BULL BRED MAR 10 FOR 40 DAYS, ALL PREBREEDING SHOTS, SCOURGUARD, POURED-GARRETSON

105 BLK COWS, 2ND-3RD CLF, BRED BLK OR HERF, CLV APR 1 FOR 20 DAYS-HOWARD

20 RED COWS, 2ND-3RD CLF, BRED RED, CLV APR 1 FOR 20 DAYS-HOWARD

50 BLK & RED ANGUS COWS, 2ND-BM, BRED GELBVIEH/BALANCER BULLS, CLV MAR 30 FOR 60 DAYSHUMBOLDT

40 BLK & RED COWS, 5TH-SM, RED BRED RED SIM, BLK BRED BLK SIM, CLV APR 1, COMPLETE DISPERSAL-TRENT

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Education and Experience: Minimum Qualifications

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Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field; Master’s Degree Preferred.

Five to eight years of previous successful management experience providing effective leadership and managing in a tribal organization of at least 100 employees.

▪ The ability to work cooperatively within tribal government and program department structure.

▪ Demonstrated knowledge of federal funding requirements, rules and regulations applicable to a variety of programs and funding sources.

▪ Knowledge of the tribe; familiarity with tribal law and federal laws about Native Americans.

▪ Strong communication and computer skills.

▪ Must have a valid South Dakota Driver’s License.

▪ Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen and background investigation.

Apply online at fsst-nsn.gov

(Click Human Resources Tab and Employment)

Must submit to a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. May a?ach resume to Tribal ApplicaAon.

Preference in filing vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, SecAon 472). VerificaAon must be submi?ed with the applicaAon if claiming Indian Preference.

ConsideraAon will be given to non-Indian applicants in the absence of qualified Indian Preference eligible. Direct quesAons to Tribal Human Resources Department 605-997-3891 or email HR@fsst.org.

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Position: Chief Human Resources Officer

Department: Human Resources

Location: Tribal Headquarters, Flandreau, South Dakota

Reports To: Tribal President

Hours: Full Time – Exempt Salary: Negotiable Based On Experience

Education Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Management, Business, or other relevant study. (Juris Doctorate Preferred)

Application Period: August 1, 2022 until August 15, 2022 or until filled

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Tribal President, the Chief Human Resources Officer (“CHRO”) is responsible for strategically managing and leading the Human Resources and employees benefit functions of the Tribe, the Tribe’s Health Clinic, and all Tribal Businesses. The CHRO plans and implements Human Resource and employee benefit policies, and updates them periodically. CHRO ensures that all organizational personnel actions are carried out properly, strictly adhering to tribal and federal laws, and ethical standards. The position also ensures that employee benefits are actively managed and compliant.

LICENSES

- Possess a current and valid State driver's license with a record acceptable to FSST’s Insurance carrier.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

- Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in management or human resources plus four (4) years relevant experience preferred. 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.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe Roxee Johnson Acting CHRO Roxee.Johnson@ihs.gov P.O. Box 283 Flandreau, SD 57028 Phone: (605) 997-3891

Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe 1 – FT Controller – Finance Opens: 8/31/22 Open un=l filled

Summary; the Controller is responsible for the day to day repor3ng and management. This includes the annual audit process, grant management =, government financial repor3ng, cash flow management, budge3ng and forecas3ng and supervision of assigned accoun3ng and finance staff in the Tribal government segment.

Educa=on and/or experience: Must possess a four (4) year degree in accoun3ng or finance, CPA plus, 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in an accoun3ng environment with direct experience or exposure to governmental accoun3ng, 1+ years of experience with personnel management, ability to communicate effec3vely, both wriLen and verbal. Strong computer skills including a preferred accoun3ng soOware program(s), be a self-starter and work autonomously. A history of working with Tribal governments or non-profit en33es in this capacity is a requirement.

Must submit to a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening Applications are available at the FSST Tribal Office or apply online at www.santeesioux.com May attach resume to Tribal Application Preference in filing vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472).

Verification must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference. Consideration will be given to non-Indian applicants in the absence of qualified Indian Preference eligible

Direct questions to Tribal Human Resources Department 605-997-3891 or email HR@fsst.org

EGAN CITY MINUTES REGULAR MEETING January 18, 2023

The Board of Trustees of the City of Egan, South Dakota met in regular session on January 18, 2023 at Egan City Hall, 110 W 3rd Street, Egan, SD.

Present: Board of Trustee members John Steinhauer, Jerome Olson, Cody Chamblin, Nancy Hansen, and Brad Judstra. Also present were Don Hansen and Diane Olson.

Meeting was called to order by Chairman Steinhauer. Steinhauer stated his conflict of interest on Resolution 2023-01.

Motion by Judstra, second by Chamblin, to approve the agenda. All present voted “aye.” Motion by Chamblin, second by Judstra, to approve the minutes from December 21, 2022 regular meeting. All present voted “aye”.

Old Business: Don Hansen reported on roundtable discussion with Moody County Commissioners regard CO2 Pipeline. FO Duncan will request map and information on submitting concerns, pipeline proposal is outside city limits so no objection may be filed, only concerns.

New Business: A hearing was held to vacate part of Gilbert Street. No taxpayers were present to object/approve. Motion by Hansen, second by Chamblin, to accept Resolution 202301 Vacating Public Ground. Voting aye: Olson, Chamblin, Hansen, & Judstra. Abstaining: Steinhauer. Motion by Judstra, second by Chamblin, to adopt the 2023 fee schedule as presented. All present voted “aye”.

Water: Base rate $25.10 + $5.05/1,000 gallon eff. 7-1-2021, $225.00 – Replace Water Meter, $325.00 - New Service Meter & ERT Sewer: Residential - $22.00, Commercial - $30.00 Lagoon: $8.00 Residential Garbage: $12.06 Utility Deposit: $135.00 Returned Check Fee: $40.00 Late fees on Utility Bill: $4.00 if not paid by 5:00 pm on the 10th of each month, $35.00 collection fee after 20th of each month, $40.00 disconnection fee after 20th of each month Labor Fees: $45.00 Minimum One Hour, $65.00 Minimum One Hour after Hours Camping: $10 per night per site City Sales Tax: 2% Dog Tag: $5.00 per dog neutered or spayed, $10.00 per dog intact, $40.00 per dog not licensed by January 1st Liquor License: $200 to serve/sell on Sundays, $300 – Off Sale Liquor License, $900 – On Sale Liquor License Mowing: $125.00 per time Notary Services: $2.00 for non-city resident Building Permits: $10.00 application fee, $1.00 per thousand or part of thousand Conditional Use Permit: $140.00 + special meeting costs Variance Request: $140.00 + special meeting costs Rezoning Request: $140.00 + special meeting costs Vacating Public Ground: $140.00 + special meeting costs Motion by Hansen, second by Judstra, to raise all hourly wages by .85 cents. All present voted “aye”. Wages: Cody Chamblin: Council-$150.00 Monthly, Maintenance-$15.85/ Hourly, Tractor Operator-$19.23/Hourly, pickup snowplow-$27.63/Hourly, SnowPlow-$38.13/ Hourly, Zoning-Special Meeting-$25.00; Duncan, Brenda: $27.63/Hourly; Hammer, Kevin: Maintenance-$15.85/Hourly, Tractor Operator-$19.23/Hourly, pickup snowplow-$27.63/ Hourly, SnowPlow-$38.13/Hourly; Hansen, Don: Maintenance-$15.85/Hourly, Tractor Operator-$19.23/Hourly, pickup snowplow-$27.63/Hourly, SnowPlow-$38.13/Hourly; Hansen, Nancy: Council-$150.00 Monthly, Zoning-Special Meeting-$25.00; Judstra, Brad: Council- $150.00/ Monthly, Zoning-Special Meeting-$25.00; Olson, Jerome: Council-$150.00 Monthly, SnowPlow-$38.13/Hourly, Zoning-Special Meeting-$25.00; Smith, Nathan: Maintenance-$15.85/ Hourly, Tractor Operator-$19.23/Hourly, pickup snowplow-$27.63/Hourly, SnowPlow-$38.13/ Hourly; Steinhauer, John: Council-$150.00 Monthly, Maintenance-$19.23/Hourly, Tractor Operator-$19.23/Hourly, pickup snowplow-$27.63/Hourly, SnowPlow-$38.13/Hourly, Zoning-Special Meeting-$25.00.

Motion by Chamblin, second by Judstra, to accept the 2023 Fire Department contracts with Colman City and Trent Town. All present voted “aye”. Motion by Judstra, second by Chamblin, to designate the Moody County Enterprise as the legal newspaper for Egan City, All present voted “aye”. Motion by Chamblin, second by Judstra, to appoint Gregg Gass as Egan City Attorney, All present voted “aye”. Motion by Chamblin, second by Judstra, to transfer $11,324.37 from General Fund to Sewer Lagoon Fund for 2022 fees collected. All present voted “aye”.

Committee Reports: Maintenance: No report. Parks: Chamblin gave update on grant email received.

Personnel & Financial: Motion by Chamblin, second by Olson, to approve the financial report. All present voted “aye”. Utilities: No Report.

Motion by Judstra, second by Chamblin, to approve the following bills: Big Sioux Water $2,969.74 (Water/water loan/supplies); Booster Publishing $49.95 (Publishing); Century Link $282.83 (Phone); CitiBusiness Card $64.33 (Supplies); City of Sioux Falls $43.50 (Water Testing); Department of Treasury $248.40 (Payroll Tax); Eng Services $1,090.00 (Garbage service); First District Assn $375.00 (2023 Annual Fees); Flandreau Fire Department $4,200.00 (2023 Fire Contract) gWorks $592.00 (UBPay Software); Intuit $692.25 (Payroll Software); Moody County Auditor $857.60 (Dec. Law Contract & Papers Served); Moody County Enterprise $31.60 (Publishing); Northern Truck Co. $322.17 (Snow Plow Parts); Ottertail Power $1,001.17 (Electrical); RDC $171.33 (Dec/Jan Internet/Static IP); Rick Luze $500.00 (Snow Removal); River’s Edge $356.83 (Fuel); SDDANR $50.00 (2023 Water Permit); SD One Call $30.87 (811 Fees); State of SD $97.28 (Nov/Dec Sales Tax); USDA - $569.00 (Loan); Payroll – General $2,847.98 All present voted “aye”. Correspondence reviewed.

Motion by Chamblin, second by Olson, to adjourn at 6:30 pm. All present voted “aye”. Next Regular Meeting – February 15, 2023 6:00pm Minutes submitted pending Board approval.

John Steinhauer, Chairman Attest: Brenda Duncan, Finance Officer

CITY OF FLANDREAU 1005 W. Elm Avenue

Flandreau, SD 57028-1404

COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS January 17th, 2023

The City Council of the City of Flandreau, South Dakota, met in regular session on Tuesday, January 17th at 6:30 p.m. at the City Council Chambers, 1005 W. Elm Avenue, Flandreau, SD.

Present: Mayor Dan Sutton. Aldermen: Curt Ahlers, Mark Ekern, Mike Fargen, and Karen Tufty. Present by Phone: Tim Yeaton. Absent: Brad Bjerke. Also present was City Administrator Cohl Turnquist.

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

Motion by Tufty and seconded by Ahlers to approve the minutes of January 3rd, 2023. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.

Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Ekern to allow the following claims for the City and to pay them: Payroll 1/11/2023; general, 23,318.99; water, 3,041.00; electric, 6,896.08; sewer, 3,041.00; (24014) Access Systems, contract, 349.20; Betty Von Eye, medical insurance, 164.90; Big Sioux Comm Water System, purchase/usage, 13,790.53; Booster Publishing, minutes/ police ad, 320.00; Boys & Girls Club, subsidy-2023, 10,000.00; Christiansen Complete Water, supplies, 29.91; Code Enforcement Specialists, fee 2023; 1,500.00; Colliers Securities, professional fees, 300.00; Community Counseling Services, subsidy-2023, 7,6000.00; Crystal Theatre Cultural Assoc., subsidy-2023, 8000.00; Cybercoach, repairs/supplies, 358.49; Dakota Resources, professional fees, 1,500.00; DNNR-Fiscal Office, dues, 2,500.00; First Savings Bank-Flandreau, loan closing fee, 15,907.00; Flandreau City Band, subsidy-2023, 3,500.00; Flandreau Development Corp., subsidy-2023, 20,000.00; Flandreau Fridays, subsidy-2023, 5,000.00; FSST, utility taxes collected, 1,410.38; Interlakes Comm Action Program, subsidy-2023, 900.00; IWORQ System, contract, 2,250.00; Kinner & Company LTD, professional Fees, 7,750.00; MidAmerican Energy, gas bill, 3,284.40; Mid-States Organized Crime Information Center, membership fees-2023, 100.00; Missouri River Energy Services, contract, 367.40; MN Municipal Utilities Assoc., training, 4,424.75; Moody County Auditor, e-books & librarian wages subsidy-2023, 10,750.00; Moody County Enterprise, advertising, 301.02; Moody County Historical Society, subsidy-2023, 7,000.00; Office Peeps, supplies, 93.03; Ottertail Power Company, airport electric, 329.82; Postmaster, postage, 300.00; Principal Life Insurance Co., dental & vision insurance, 1,176.76; Ramsdell F&M, propane-vehicle use, 88.96; River’s Edge Cooperative, gas/oil, 3,939.81; Riverside Park Days, subsidy-2023, 4,000.00; Rural Office of Community Services, subsidy-2023, 7,000.00; SD City Management Assoc., admin membership, 150.00; SD Firefighters Assoc., member dues, 800.00; SD Government Finance Officers’ Assoc., membership, 40.00; SD Municipal Electric Association, membership dues, 1,988.00; SD Municipal League, membership dues, 2,166.76; SD Police Chiefs’ Assoc., membership dues, 26.00; SD Supplemental Retirement Plan, retirement, 100.00; SDML Workers’ Compensation, workers comp., 17,952.00; SEFOG, dues, 100.00; Sioux Falls Area Humane Society, professional fees, 101.88; Southeast Firefighters Assoc., dues, 50.00; Transunion Risk and Alternative, dues, 120.00; Tritech Software Systems, contract, 137.18; Tyler Business Forms, supplies, 154.58; Verizon Wireless, jet packs/cell phone, 128.64; Waxdahl Napa Plus, repairs/ supplies, 1,216.92; Wesco, supplies, 35,834.04 (24066). The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.

Visitors to be Heard: None.

Mayor Dan Sutton commended the City snow removal crew for their hard work in picking up all the snow. Sutton also informed Council that Administrator Cohl Turnquist is approaching his 1-year evaluation and wants Council Members to be involved in the evaluation process. Turnquist’s evaluation will take place in Executive Session at a future meeting.

City Administrator Cohl Turnquist reported that he has had a great first year with the City of Flandreau. Turnquist informed Council that he has also been in contact with Bart Sample from the National Guard about coordinating a City-Wide Cleanup for this upcoming spring.

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

Old Business: None

New Business: Discussion was had on the Carbon Capture Pipeline that will be affecting Moody County. Administrator Turnquist and Alderman Ekern attended the County Commission Information Meeting, and Turnquist shared details with the Council about this project. Alderman Ekern expressed concerns about the proposed Pipeline crossing the Big Sioux Aquaphor. Turnquist informed Council there will be another meeting in March, which will address zoning and setback requirements.

Administrator Turnquist shared information with the Council about the 2022 Sales Tax Revenue. Turnquist stated there was a 21.5% increase from revenue received in 2021. Sales Tax Funds received included a 1st penny, 2nd penny, and Bed, Booze, and Board Tax. The BBB tax funds are designated for Capital Improvements at the Flandreau Community Center and Armory. Turnquist recommends a percentage of the additional funds received from Sales Tax be placed into a Capital Improvement Fund for future projects. More discussion will take place on Sales Tax Revenue in upcoming meetings.

Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Ekern to go into Executive Session on a Personnel matter at 7:03 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.

Motion by Fargen and seconded by Ekern to come out of Executive Session at 8:15 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.

Council Comments: None. The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.

Daniel D. Sutton Mayor ATTEST:

Cohl Turnquist City Administrator

Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe