USED TIRES - 15, 16, 17, 18 inch. Good! CALL 605-997-3441 & LEAVE A MESSAGE. Also Brand New chrome reverse rims to fit Dodge pickup. Never mounted with tires!
WE BUY ESTATES!!!! Kollected Objects. 605-906-2183. tf81
ERICKSEN SALVAGE. Buying old cars, trucks, scrap iron, old farm equipment, tin, and wire. Charlie Ericksen. Phone 605-254-4654. TF627
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
NEW HORIZONS ROOFING AND GUTTERS, LLC. ALL TYPES OF ROOFING. 18 YEARS EXPERIENCE. VETERAN OWNED. 605-690-4797. tf515
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Diesel Mechanic to join our team. New shop with a/c and plenty of new specialty shop tools. Paid vacation. Matched retirement. Monthly bonuses. Mechanic tool reimbursement program. Full time 8-5 with a hour lunch break. Health insurance. Must have own tools, Have 2-3 years of experience in heavy duty trucks. Starting $28-$35hr. Call Kyle with Double K Sales & Detailing - 605-6951848 or stop by 153032nd Avenue, Brookings to apply. 10t316
USED TIRES - 15, 16, 17, 18 inch. Good! CALL 605-997-3441 & LEAVE A MESSAGE. Also Brand New chrome reverse rims to fit Dodge pickupnever mounted with tires!
CADILLAC ESCALADE HUB COVERS LOST NORTHEAST OF FLANDREAU ON GRAVEL ROADS. Silver with Cadillac Emblem. Reward! Call 605-9973441. Leave a message. ERICKSEN SALVAGE. Buying old cars, trucks, scrap iron, old farm equipment, tin, and wire. Charlie Ericksen. Phone 605-254-4654. TF627
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
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.
FOR SALE: 1986 GMC 6500, Long Wheel Base, 366, 5 speed with Factory AC, $3500! 2001 Ford F-150 - Super Crew, 4 x 4, 351 Triton, Excellent. $3500! Call 605-880-7608.
Condolences
To the Families of Jim Doyle (Past Flandreau City Council Member) and Karen Gundvaldson (Past Flandreau Finance Officer).
Mark Bonrud (Past Flandreau Mayor & Past Flandreau City Council member)
FAX 605-997-2352 • VOLUME 71 NUMBER 9 • WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2025
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.
Blind Date with a Book has begun! Come pick up your book date at the Moody County Resource Center, YOUR local library! For more info, see our ad inside the Booster or call us at (605) 997-3326!
BORDER COLLIE - BLUE HEELER CROSS PUPS!! We have 8 nice pups! Call Jared at 605530-0917!!
WE PAY CASH for junk cars, Pickups, Vans and motorcycles. No titles needed. Call or text 605651-5605.
MICHEL OUTDOOR LLC.. Tree removal, Tree Stump Removal, Fence Line Clearing/ Removal, Commercial Mowing,Brush Hogging. Insured. 605-413-9717.
WANTED SOMEONE TO MOW THE EGAN HILLSIDE CEMETERY for the coming season. If interested call 605-9973241 or 605-997-3253. 3t35
BORDER COLLIE - BLUE HEELER CROSS PUPS!! We have 8 nice pups! Call Jared at 605530-0917!!
Blind Date with a Book has begun! Come pick up your book date at the Moody County Resource Center, YOUR local library! For more info, see our ad inside the Booster or call us at (605) 997-3326!
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.
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
FRIDAY NOON DEADLINE FOR THE BOOSTER. Call 605997-2872 or better yet email your ads and billing address to ads@iw.net
USED OIL WANTED!!!! Call Scott at 605-9973291. tf119
DAVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605- 997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs!
WANTED SOMEONE TO MOW THE EGAN HILLSIDE CEMETERY for the coming season. If interested call 605-9973241 or 605-997-3253. 3t35
FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216
BORDER COLLIE - BLUE HEELER CROSS PUPS!! We have 8 nice pups! Call Jared at 605530-0917!!
NEW HORIZONS ROOFING AND GUTTERS, LLC. ALL TYPES OF ROOFING. 18 YEARS EXPERIENCE. VETERAN OWNED. 605-690-4797. tf515
GENERATORS FOR SALE! BE PREPARED FOR ELECTRIC OUTAGES!! Coleman 4000$300. DEK 4550 - $400 Call 605-997-3441 and leave a message. tfreg
Thank You!
We would like to extend our gratitude and appreciation to everyone who has shown support with the passing of Barb Westover. We truly appreciate all the calls, texts, visits, snacks, beverages meals and help that was given during this time. A special Thank You to the Flandreau Ambulance Crew & Sheriff’s Dept. for their timely response, Mike Skroch, Loiseau Construction Crew for their help in setting up for the Funeral, along with Karla Bjerke and Sharon Dailey helping with the meal on behalf of the Church Women’s Group, Skroch Funeral Home Staff with the arrangements, Pastor Ann Spitzenberger for the wonderful service, Beverely Kennedy and Roxann Westover for the extra support in making arrangements, and everyone who may have touched our lives with support in some way thru the loss of Barb we are truly grateful.. Thank you for all the wonderful plants, flower arrangements, memorials and gifts as they are true testament to the impact Barb had made on so many peoples lives and how she will be deeply missed each and every day. Sincerely:
Tom Westover
Tricia Jensen, Darcey Ellefson
& families
Celebrating 70th Wedding Anniversary. Please Send greetings to: Bob & Bev Clark PO Box 206 Colman, SD 57017.
152.68 +/- ACRE LAND AUCTION
TRACT 1 - 100 +/- ACRES ALL TILLABLE & IRRIGATED
TRACT 2 - 52.68 +/- ACRE OF PASTURE
LOCATED 2 MILES EAST OF BROOKINGS ON HWY. 14, AURORA TWP. BROOKINGS CO., SD
We will offer this land in two tracts, or as a unit, at public auction, located from Brookings & Interstate 29, 2 miles east on Highway 14. The land is on the north side of Hwy. 14. Watch for auction signs on:
THURSDAY, MARCH 20th, 2025
SALE TIME: 10:00 A.M.
Auctioneers’ Note: This sale presents an opportunity to purchase one or two adjoining & exceptional farms, ideally located on Hwy. 14 only two miles east of Brookings. The sale will be held live on site, with online bidding available. The farms will be offered as a unit or in two tracts. Possession this year, don’t miss this opportunity!
Tract I – 100 +/- Tillable Acres: This irrigated, all tillable farm has 100.18 cropland acres per the FSA Office. The farm has a Valley pivot and a 60’ well supplied from Big Sioux Aurora Aquifer. The land has a gentle laying topography and is available for possession for this year!
Description: 100 +/- Acres in the SE ¼ Sec. 21, T-110-N, R-49-W, Aurora Twp., Brookings Co., SD
Tract 2 – 52.68 +/- Grass Acres: This grassland farm is adjoining to tract one and offers acres that are well suited for pasture grazing or grassland haying. The land has established fences, trees, and a water supply from Deer Creek. The farm is also available for possession this year!
Description: 52.68 +/- Acres in the SE ¼ Sec. 21, T-110-N, R-49-W, Aurora Twp., Brookings Co., SD
For sale terms & information, go to our website www.burlagepeterson.com or contact Auctioneers.
G & D, LLC – OWNERS
LAND BROKERS AND AUCTIONEERS
Burlage Peterson Auctioneers & Realtors, LLC Office@burlagepeterson.com or 605-692-7102
317 4th St., Brookings SD www.burlagepeterson.com
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Trust Avera Orthopedics for comprehensive and specialized care, because when you feel better and stronger, the possibilities are endless.
SUTTON AUCTIONEERS & LAND BROKERS, LLC Office@suttonauction.com or 605-336-6315
ENTERPRISE TOWNSHIP
ANNUAL MEETING
The citizens of the Township of ENTERPRISE in the County of Moody, South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at Township elections are hereby notified that the annual township meeting for said township will be held at the TRENT, SOUTH DAKOTA FIRE HALL in said Township on Tuesday, the 4th day of March, 2025 at 3:00 pm for the following purposes: to elect one supervisor for the term of three years; one township clerk; one township treasurer, each for the term of one year; and do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened.
Given under my hand this 4th day of February 2025.
Chanda Rave - Township Clerk
EGAN TOWNSHIP ANNUAL MEETING
The citizens of the Township of EGAN in the County of Moody, South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at Township elections are hereby notified that the annual township meeting for said township will be held at the BLUEJAYS, Egan SD in said Township on Wednesday, the 5th day of March, 2025 at 6:00 pm for the following purposes: to elect one supervisor for the term of three years; one township clerk; one township treasurer, each for the term of one year; and do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened.
Given under my hand this 11th day of February 2025. Lynn Hemmer, Clerk of Egan Township, 23703 474th Avenue, Dell Rapids, SD 57022 605-530-0208
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING GROVENA TOWNSHIP
The citizens of the Township of GROVENA in the County of Moody, South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at the general elections are hereby notified that the annual township meeting for said township will be held at the Paul Antoine Farm located at 47896 237th Street, Egan SD 57024, in said Township on Monday, the 3rd day of March, 2025 at 7:00 pm of the said day, for the following purposes: to elect one supervisor; one township clerk; one township treasurer, and do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened.
Given under my hand this 10th day of February, 2025.
Spring Creek Township in Moody County, South Dakota is accepting bids
Spring Creek Township in Moody County, South Dakota is accepting bids for road blading and snow removal. Road blading is to be bid on a per hour basis times the 45 miles of roads for a total bid per trip. Snow removal will be bid per hour. Township is also accepting bids for culvert and road repair. Gravel bids will also be accepted per yard or per ton, delivered, no later than August 31, 2025. Contractors submitting bids must present proof of liability insurance and workmen’s compensation. Supervisors reserve the right to accept or reject all bids. Deadline for bids is March 7, 2025.
The citizens of the Township of UNION in the County of Moody, South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at the general elections are hereby notified that the annual township meeting for said township will be held at the Carol Kiecksee Residence (22903 486th Avenue, Flandreau SD 57028) in said Township on Tuesday, the 4th day of March, 2025 at 7:00 pm of the said day, for the following purposes: to elect one supervisor; one township clerk; one township treasurer, and do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened.
Given under my hand this 11th day of February, 2025.
Carol Kiecksee, Union Township Clerk 22903 486th Avenue, Flandreau SD 57028
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING
SPRING CREEK TOWNSHIP
The citizens of the Township of SPRING CREEK in the County of Moody, South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at the general elections are hereby notified that the annual township meeting for said township will be held at 22144 SD Hwy. 13, Elkton SD, 57026) on Monday, the 10th day of March, 2025 at 6:00 pm of the said day, for the following purposes: to elect one supervisor; one township clerk; one township treasurer, and do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened.
Given under my hand this 11th day of February, 2025.
Spring Creek Township
22144 SD Hwy. 13, Elkton SD, 57026
ENTERPRISE TOWNSHIP BID NOTICE
Enterprise Township is accepting bids on grading, and snow removal, and all other road maintenance work, and graveling, which must meet State specifications for 2025. Gravel bids must be priced by the ton or yard. Bids must be received by meeting time March 4th, 2025.
The citizens of the Township of BLINSMON in the County of Moody, South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at the general elections are hereby notified that the annual township meeting for said township will be held at the Trent Fire Hall located in Trent, S.D. in said Township on Tuesday, the 4th day of March, 2025 at 6:30 pm of the said day, for the following purposes: to elect one supervisor; one township clerk; one township treasurer, and do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened.
Given under my hand this 7th day of February, 2025.
Colleen Holbrook - Clerk
The citizens of the Township of LYNN in the County of Moody, South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at the general elections are hereby notified that the annual township meeting for said township will be held at the Jeff LeBrun Farm (24060 471st Avenue, Dell Rapids SD) in said Township on Tuesday, the 4th day of March, 2025 at 1:00 pm of the said day, for the following purposes: to elect one supervisor; one township clerk; one township treasurer, and do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened.
Given under my hand this 11th day of February, 2025. Jeff LeBrun, Lynn Township Clerk 24060 471st Avenue, Dell Rapids SD 57022 605-310-3653
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING
LONE ROCK TOWNSHIP
The citizens of the Township of LONE ROCK in the County of Moody, South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at the general elections are hereby notified that the annual township meeting for said township will be held at Jerry Ellefson’s Shop on Tuesday, the 4th day of March, 2025 at 2:00 pm of the said day, for the following purposes: to elect one supervisor; one township clerk; one township treasurer, and do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened. Given under my hand this 14th day of February, 2025. Wayne Smith,Clerk 23624 486th Ave Line Rock Township, SD 56164
GROVENA Township is accepting bids for graveling
& blading
Bids must be received by February 28, 2025.
Send bids to Doug Geraets Jr. at 23355 482nd Avenue, Flandreau SD 57028
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 Office
Blind Date With A Book!
Let the library be your matchmaker!
1) Pick up a wrapped book date in February & March from the Moody County Resource Center based on the clues on the cover (adult patrons only).
2) Take it home & get to know one another by reading it.
3) Return your “date” to the library, along with your completed “Rate the Date” card. You will be entered in our sweepstakes whether you fell in love, or met a dud! Multiple entries possible!
4) 3 lucky winners will be drawn from the rating cards on closing of March 31st!
Moody County Resource Center
610 W Community Dr., Flandreau (605) 997-3326
Life. Hello
Audiology
Dr. Brueggeman – no outreach
Dietary Consulting
Sarah Parr – March 14
Mental Health Consulting
Nicole Robideau, In Focus Counseling – March 7, 21
Podiatry
Dr. Prusa – March 27
Orthopedics
Dr. Dressander – March 20
Surgery
Dr. Wingert – March 5, 19
The Board of Trustees of the City of Egan, South Dakota met in regular session on February 19, 2025, at Egan City Hall, 110 W 3rd Street, Egan, SD.
Present: Board of Trustees - Nancy Hansen, Mike Hein, Jerome Olson, Michelle Ten Eyck and Finance Officer Kayla Charles. Absent: Cody Chamblin. Also present: Randy Hemmer, Moody County Commissioner; Tawny Heinemann, Moody County Au ditor; Marty Skroch, Moody County HR/Commissioners Assis tant. Egan Residents: Don Hansen; Cameron Burleson and Donna and Norman Koehn.
6:02 pm meeting was called to order by Vice-Chairman Olson. Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Hansen to approve the agen da. All present voted “aye.”
Motion by Ten Eyck to approve the January 15, 2025, Regular Meeting Minutes, second by Hansen. All present voted “aye.” Public Comment: Donna Koehn ask about an update with the Meet n’ Greet, item will be revisited at May meeting after the election. Frank Steele asked about an update on nuisance property. Ten Eyck advised that the property is being handled by the city attorney since the property owner is incarcerated. Zoning: Letter was sent to the resident owning the partially burnt trailer. Resident has until March to clean up property.
Old Business: Sheriff Monthly Recaps: January report was shared. Floodplain Ordinance- No Update.
New Business: Ambulance- Hemmer, Heinemann, and Skroch were present to discuss the Moody County Ambulance moving to Egan. The current idea being discussed amongst the three along with Charles and Ten Eyck is the Ambulance would move to the front portion of the current city office, and the city office would move back to the Senior Center. The city would still own the building and utilize the back two bays. How this agreement would officially work has not been decided. The purpose of the three attending the meeting was to formally introduce the idea to the whole board and provide answers to any questions about the Ambulance. Motion by Ten Eyck for Charles to work with Skroch on the Ambulance moving to Egan and once more information is obtained to set a public meeting date to share information with the residents of Egan, second by Hansen. All present voted “aye.”
Senior Center Carpet- Ten Eyck provided two quotes for new flooring in the senior center. Motion by Ten Eyck to table until next month to obtain updated/more quotes, second by Hein. All present voted “aye.”
Election- Residents can pick up petitions during office hours. Petitions must be returned by February 28th at 5:00 pm. The city office will be open from 3pm – 5pm on that day. Two positions open, currently two petitions have been taken out. The election would take place on April 8.
Tractor Attachments- Don Hansen presented two bids obtained for snowblower attachments for the city tractor. Motion by Ten Eyck for Hein and Don Hansen to research different options of large equipment and see which investment would be the most beneficial to the city. They will present the information at the May 21st board meeting, second by Hansen. All present voted “aye.”
Committee Reports: Compliance/Code Enforcement: none. Maintenance/Streets: Hein will work Baty to get streets scraped and windrow removed on Mainstreet this weekend once the weather warms. Parks: Ten Eyck dropped information off to Southeast Landscaping students to develop a possible plan for the main street park. Hein will be organizing burning the brush pile. Personnel/Compliance: None. Utilities: Quote for lift station will need to be redone as current one is no longer valid. Also quoting the installation of an RV dump station to be installed alongside the project. Hein will collect air compressor bids to present to the board.
Motion by Hansen, second by Ten Eyck to approve Financial Report. All present voted “aye”
Motion by Hansen, second by Ten Eyck to approve the following bills: Payroll (General + employer taxes) $1666.09; All present voted “aye”.
Motion by Ten Eyck, second by Hansen to adjourn at 7:09 pm. All present voted “aye” Next Regular Meeting – Wednesday, March 19th, 2025, at 6pm.
The tenant services coordinator position is responsible for occupancy, tenant and resident services. Coordinate day -to-day tenant/resident services while emphasizing a positive response to tenant concerns.
Administrative Assistant HAF Project/Housing
The administrative assistant position will assist the Executive Director to complete project objectives in accordance with funding guidance and department policies.
Executive Assistant
Under the direct supervision of the Tribal Chairman/Executive Committee, the incumbent will perform various complex secretarial duties required for the operation of the office of the President including travel
CCDF Administrator
Under the direction of the Tribal President, The CCDF Administrator will support the Tribe’s grant/plan and application activities
Head Cook
The cook shall prepare and cook meals for five days per week according to prepared menus. This position is also responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the kitchen area, helping with menu and meal planning, prepping food for future meals and assisting the elderly with any dining issues.
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
FLANDREAU SCHOOL ACTIVITY CALENDAR MARCH 2025
CITY OF FLANDREAU • 1005 W. Elm Avenue • Flandreau, SD 57028-1404 COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS February 18th, 2025
The City Council of the City of Flandreau, South Dakota, met in regular session on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025 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; and Police Chief Zach Weber, Mark Bonrud, Linnea Janssen, Marvin Schoenwetter, Wes Hall, Scott Panschow, Roxee Boysen and Carleen Wild.
The proposed agenda was reviewed. Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Fargen 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 February 3rd, 2025. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Ekern to allow the following claims for the City and to pay them: Payroll: 2/5/25: general, $25,050.46; water, $1,494.38; electric, $5,570.18; sewer, $3,110.82; (26543) HW Contracting, LLC, mutual release of all claims pmt, $147,615.74; (26544) Access Systems Leasing, copier lease & quote to return copier, $1,140.60; AFLAC, supplemental insurance, $277.44; Andy Wede, safety glasses, $145.00; Automatic Building Controls, annual alarm inspection at CC/armory, $742.00; Avera Occupational Medicine, annual drug screen fee, $106.60; Axon Enterprise, Inc., contract/agreement, $10,850.40; Banner Associates, Inc., professional services, $880.00; Big Sioux Community Water System, water purchases, $17,970.60; Catalis LLC, e-mail services, $787.50; Cintas, rugs/linens, $560.11; Cole’s Petroleum Inc., aviation gas, $6,052.00; Cybercoach Inc., repairs, $1,967.28; DANR, Andy Wede class/certification, $60.00; Ditch Witch Undercon, parts, $1,428.77; First Savings Bank, loan payments, $5,918.72; Glock Inc., supplies, $217.00; GreatAmerica Financial Services, FPD copier agreement, $171.21; International Association of Chiefs of Police, dues, $270.00; Maynards, supplies, $712.28; Meierhenry Sargent LLP, sales tax revenue bond, $7,753.57; MidAmerican Energy, gas, $3,084.15; Missouri River Energy Services, AMI meter count, $386.40; Moody County Enterprise, publishing/ advertising, $544.32; Office Peeps Inc., supplies, $201.03; Ottertail Power Company, airport electricity, $389.86; River’s Edge Cooperative, gas/oil, $1,138.81; SD Supplemental Retirement Plan, supplemental retirement, $50.00; Sioux Falls Area Humane Society, impound fees, $572.00; Sioux Valley Energy, electricity, $203.00; Steve’s Tire & Service Inc., repairs, $225.71; Sturdevant’s Auto Supply, supplies/repairs, $281.44; Transunion Risk and Alternative, contract/agreement, $120.00; Valley Fibercom, phone/internet, $764.98; Verizon Wireless, phones/iPads, $145.51; Wesco Receivables Corp., minor capital equipment, $23,890.00 (26578). The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Visitors to Be Heard: None.
Mayor Dan Sutton reported on the water main break city crews worked on February 13th. Sutton thanked city staff for working through the night to resolve the problem. Sutton also reminded residents to remove snow from their sidewalks.
City Administrator Cohl Turnquist reported there will be a joint public hearing with the Planning Commission Board regarding a rezone of the new fire hall land. The public hearing will be held on March 3rd at 6:30 p.m. Turnquist also thanked city staff and Claflin Excavating for their work with the recent water main break. The Housing Authority committee continues to meet about the Broad Street Development and is currently looking into developing a 14-unit complex. Turnquist also stated there will be a Legislative Cracker Barrel on Saturday, March 1st at city hall at 8:00 a.m. Motion by Ekern and seconded by Fargen 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 was held for Ordinance 626: Amending Mediacom Franchise Term. Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Bjerke to approve Ordinance 626. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Discussion was had on the Ambulance Task Force Recommendation. Mayor Sutton thanked the task force members for their time meeting over the last two months to discuss this important issue. At the last ambulance task force meeting, a motion was made stating it is feasible for the City of Flandreau to take over operations of the ambulance service. Sutton laid out three options for consideration by the city council; do not accept the task force recommendation, accept the task force recommendation, or accept the recommendation, with additional information needed, and charge Administrator Turnquist with developing a business model by June 1st for the council’s consideration.
Alderman Yeaton spoke in favor of the city taking over the ambulance stating with additional subsidy funds and Turnquist’s leadership, he believes the ambulance takeover will be successful.
Turnquist spoke to the importance of developing a plan, organizationally and financially, and stated by having a model it may give the city council more certainty on how ambulance operations would run, if taken over by the city.
Alderman Bjerke spoke in favor of developing an ambulance district, where all parties utilizing the ambulance service would be included. Once established, an ambulance district would be its own entity whose sole purpose was to operate and oversee the ambulance service. Alderman Fargen spoke in favor of the third option stating he would like Administrator Turnquist to develop a model for the council to look at it. Fargen also spoke in favor of the ambulance district.
Carleen Wild asked the council if they would consider offering the county a subsidy in the interim period of time, while the city develops a business model. Turnquist stated the council would have to vote on an additional subsidy, and isn’t ruling out the possibility, but would like specific meaning and details from the county on what the subsidy funds would be used for.
City resident Roxee Boysen stated this is more than just a city problem and believes all members of the county should share in the expense of running an ambulance. Boysen offered both anecdotal and research-based information to the council on operating an ambulance. Task Force Member Linnea Janssen stated she believes the community is looking for a commitment and feels the city should take over the operation of the ambulance, as the county has run the ambulance for 25-plus years.
Mark Bonrud stated the city should move forward cautiously and have several plans in place before jumping into taking over the ambulance. Bonrud believes the city should wait until budget planning begins for year 2026 to even consider taking over the ambulance.
Motion by Fargen and seconded by Ekern to charge Administrator Turnquist with putting together a business model for ambulance operations to be ready on or before the June 2nd council meeting. 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 authorize Mayor Sutton and Administrator Turnquist to draft a response letter to the county’s request prior to the February 28, 2025 deadline. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried. The first reading of Ordinance 627: Electric Rates was held, which includes a 5% electric rate increase, which would be applied to April utility bills. No council action was taken at this time. The second reading of Ordinance 627 will be held on March 3rd, 2025.
Council Comments: None.
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.
The tenant services coordinator position is responsible for occupancy, tenant and resident services. Coordinate day -to-day tenant/resident services while emphasizing a positive response to tenant concerns.
Administrative Assistant HAF Project/Housing
The administrative assistant position will assist the Executive Director to complete project objectives in accordance with funding guidance and department policies.
Executive Assistant
Under the direct supervision of the Tribal Chairman/Executive Committee, the incumbent will perform various complex secretarial duties required for the operation of the office of the President including travel
CCDF Administrator
Under the direction of the Tribal President, The CCDF Administrator will support the Tribe’s grant/plan and app lication activities
Head Cook
The cook shall prepare and cook meals for five days per week according to prepared menus. This position is also responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the kitchen area, helping with menu and meal planning, prepping food for future meals and assisting the elderly with any dining issues.
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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
