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
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
Beginning Monday, May 19th
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
Reading, prizes, & creative activities are happening at the Moody County Resource Center this summer! Free activities are open to all kids (starting the week of June 9th - July): Pre-K & Early Elem Storytime Thurs @ 10 am; K-4th Wed @ 1 pm; Tweens & Teens (5th on up) Tues @ 1 pm. Reading for prizes on our gameboard begins June 1st, & gameboards can be picked up the last week in May! No registration required! Call 997-3326 for more info!
CANNA BULBS TO GIVE AWAY!! CALL 605-997-3441 TO GET SOME!!!
CADILLAC ESCALADE CENTER CAPS LOST NORTHEAST OF FLANDREAU ON GRAVEL ROADS. Silver with Cadillac Emblem. Reward! Call 605-9973441. Leave a 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.
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
FREE, Family Fun Show! Mr. Twister, Balloon Artist, will be performing at the Moody County Resource Center on Wednesday, June 11th @ 1 pm! All are welcome as we kick off the Summer Reading program! Balloons will be for sale for $1 after the show if interested. Call the library at 605997-3326 for more info!
CNC Plasma Cutting and Fabrication
Need customized metal parts? CAD drawing, plasma cutting, fabrication, art work, wildlife scenes. We get the job done how you like it. Call Alex @ 507-215-3494. With Lakestate Mfg. tf514
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.
FOR SALE: BLACK YEARLING GELBVIEH/ ANGUS BULLS. Performance tested! Scott Christensen605-359-5830. ft49
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 INTEX PRISM FRAME PREMIUM POOL. 10’ x 24’ above ground pool. $185!! Call 605484-8503. 3t528
USED OIL WANTED! ! Call 605-997-3291.
Moody Conservation District Tree Sale! Friday May 30th from 3pm and 6pm. Saturday May 31st from 10am-2pm. Located at 403 N Wilson St Flandreau SD. Cash or Check! Bare root, potted and fruit trees.
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.
FRIDAY NOON DEADLINE FOR THE BOOSTER. Call 605997-2872 or better yet email your ads and billing address to ads@iw.net
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
FOR SALE: BLACK YEARLING GELBVIEH/ ANGUS BULLS. Performance tested! Scott Christensen605-359-5830. ft49
Moody Conservation District Tree Sale! Friday May 30th from 3pm and 6pm. Saturday May 31st from 10am-2pm. Located at 403 N Wilson St Flandreau SD. Cash or Check! Bare root, potted and fruit trees.
CNC Plasma Cutting and Fabrication
Need customized metal parts? CAD drawing, plasma cutting, fabrication, art work, wildlife scenes. We get the job done how you like it. Call Alex @ 507-215-3494.
With Lakestate Mfg. tf514
Reading, prizes, & creative activities are happening at the Moody County Resource Center this summer! Free activities are open to all kids (starting the week of June 9th - July): Pre-K & Early Elem Storytime Thurs @ 10 am; K-4th Wed @ 1 pm; Tweens & Teens (5th on up) Tues @ 1 pm.
Reading for prizes on our gameboard begins June 1st, & gameboards can be picked up the last week in May! No registration required! Call 997-3326 for more info!
WE PAY CASH for junk cars, Pickups, Vans and motorcycles. No titles needed. Call or text 605651-5605.
FOR SALE INTEX
PRISM FRAME
PREMIUM POOL. 10’ x 24’ above ground pool. $185!! Call 605484-8503. 3t528
FREE, Family Fun Show! Mr. Twister, Balloon Artist, will be performing at the Moody County Resource Center on Wednesday, June 11th @ 1 pm! All are welcome as we kick off the Summer Reading program! Balloons will be for sale for $1 after the show if interested. Call the library at 605997-3326 for more info!
CANNA BULBS TO GIVE AWAY!! CALL 605-997-3441 TO GET SOME!!!
80th Birthday Card Shower
to celebrate Lillian Relf on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Send greetings and birthday wishes to her at 23292 478th Ave., Egan, SD 57024
Thank You
Thank you…Our family would like to say thank you for the outpouring of support shown to us during the loss of our mom and Grandma. Your thoughtfulness has brought us great comfort during the most difficult time. So much to be thankful for in our small community. We cannot express this enough. From everyone who called, stopped by to visit and reminisce, brought food, etc. Thank you for standing with us and honoring our mom and grandma in so many meaningful ways.
With love and appreciation,
Tom Hansen and Family
Karla Bjerke and Family
Kim Hansen and Family
TOWNHOME AUCTION IN BROOKINGS
Maintenance-Free Living | 3 Bed, 3 Bath Townhome | Great Location!
2107 Monarch Ln., Brookings, SD 57006
Enjoy Convenient & Easy Living!
AUCTION DATE:
THURSDAY, June 12th, 2025, 10:00 AM
OPEN HOUSE: Tuesday, June 3rd from 5:00 to 6:30 PM
Auctioneers’ Notes: This auction presents a fantastic opportunity to purchase a well-located townhome in Brookings. The auction will be conducted live on-site with online bidding available. Don’t miss this nice sale with a motivated seller!
This townhome has 1,350 square feet with 3 beds, 3 baths, central AC & heat, and an attached two stall garage. The main floor has a living room with vaulted ceilings, with an adjoining kitchen and dining area with a walkout patio. The second floor has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, a sitting area, washer & dryer hookups, and has a nice master suite with a large closet and a master bath, and a deck. Additional highlights include a patio on the main floor and a deck off the second floor. The Meadow Green HOA provides homeowners snow removal, lawn care, water & sewer service, and access to a clubhouse. Conveniently located near Hy-Vee, clinic offices and the hospital, shopping centers, the golf course, and the new 20th Street South interstate ramp. This townhome combines affordability with convenience, and is a great place to call home!
DESCRIPTION: 2107 Monarch Ln., Brookings SD; Hyland Addn., Lot 14, Blk 5., City of Brookings, SD
For additional sale and property information contact the Auctioneers or visit www.burlagepeterson.com
TERMS: A 5% non-refundable earnest money deposit will be due day of sale with balance due on or before July 17th, 2025.
DAVID BRANDWEIN REV. TRUST – OWNER
MARC VENEKAMP, FIRST BANK & TRUST - TRUSTEE
Brokerage Firm, Auctioneers, and Realtors
Burlage Peterson
Auctioneers & Realtors, LLC
Land Brokers - AuctioneersRealtors - Farm Managers Office@burlagepeterson.com or 605-692-7102
317 4th St., Brookings SD www.burlagepeterson.com
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
*ATTENTION*
*REPUBLICANS*
Moody County Republicans invite you to join fellow Republicans for an enjoyable, family afternoon picnic on Sunday, June 8 at the home of Leslie and Libby Heinemann, 47962 228th St, Flandreau from 4-7pm. Games and fellowship will be followed by a short program at 5:00 with speaker, Brock Greenfield, Commissioner of School and Public Lands.
At 5:30 a complimentary Picnic meal will be provided with a free will offering to the County GOP Come Join the Fun!
Responsibilities include daily operations of clubhouse:
• Scheduling, training, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws as well as all operating procedures.
• Attending training and licensing by the SDRA for Restaurant/Health Food Certification
• Operating till, balancing daily cash sheets
• Scheduling tee times, campground reservations
• Coordinating special events at the clubhouse
• Record keeping and reporting employee hours
• Maintains food and bar inventory and responsible for ordering to meet customer demands
Clubhouse/Restaurant open year-round. Competitive wage, plus tips. Please make inquires to City Hall @ 605.534.3611 or cityofcolman@iw.net. Applications can be found on the city website www.colmansd.com
Applications can be obtained at Avera Flandreau Hospital / Clinic. Applicants must be a graduate of Flandreau or Colman-Egan High School pursuing Health Care related studies and MUST be half way through their medical academic program. One year programs are eligible.
Please return applications to Avera Flandreau Hospital / Clinic by Tuesday, July 1, 2025. If you have questions, You can contact: Lynda Burggraff at 605-359-5865.
MOODY CONSERVATION DISTRICT TREE SALE
Friday May 30th from 3pm and 6pm. Saturday May 31st from 10am-2pm. Located at 403 N Wilson St Flandreau SD
501 N Main St in Colman, SD Friday, May 30 : 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Saturday, May 31 : 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
clearing out the clutter & you get the deals! Come browse a wide variety of items below plus more!
Men + Women Clothing & Shoes ; Cabi, Athleta, Lululemon, Gap, Nike, North Face, Columbia, Kut, Levi, Liverpool, Vera,
Toddler Standing Learning Tower/Kitchen Helper
Kitchen Items ; Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Mr. Coffee, Keurig Duo
Outdoor Sports ; Ice Auger, ice fishing gear
Tons of misc items for everyone ; Mary Kay, pets, decor, blankets (weight + regular), holiday, lamps, outdoors patio chairs
Wall Blush Peel + Stick Wallpaper + so much more!
Everything must go – priced to sell! Tell your friends + neighbors! See you there!
At Avera Flandreau
Audiology
Dr. Brueggeman – June 5
Dietary Consulting
Sarah Parr – June 13
Mental Health Consulting
Nicole Robideau, In Focus Counseling – June 6, 20
Podiatry
Dr. Prusa – June 26
Orthopedics
Dr. Dressander – no outreach
Tammy Crofutt, NP – June 3, 19
Surgery
Dr. Wingert – June 4, 18
Hospital Auxiliary June 3; 11:30 a.m.
Planet Heart to be announced
Mammograms June 11, 20, 25
Cardiolite Stress Mondays
Lung Cancer Screenings
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Ask your provider for more info.
MRIs Thursdays
Ultrasounds
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (mornings)
Wound Clinic Tuesdays
ANNUAL SUMMER ONLINE CONSIGNMENT AUCTION
Our Summer Consignment Auction will be held Online at www.WiemanBid2Buy. HiBid.com. All items will be located at the Wieman Auction Facility – 44628 SD Highway 44, Marion, SD or from Marion, SD, 1-mile South and ½ mile West on Highway 44 on:
TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 2025 • 9 AM CST
LUNCH ONSITE BY THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH LADIES
This Auction will offer over 900 lots in total. A Large Assortment of Tractors (54x4’s, 10+ MFD’s, 50+ 2 WD), 15+ Combines, Large Assortment of Corn Heads, Bean Heads, Dummy Heads, Head Transports, Grain Carts, Gravity Boxes, Augers, Planters, Tillage, Haying & Forage Equipment, Skid Loader Attachments, Trucks, Trailers, Fencing and more!
FOR FULL AUCTION AD, VISIT OUR WEBSITE: ** WWW.WIEMANAUCTION.COM **
Auctioneers Note: This is another large and interesting auction of consignments by Area Farmers & Dealers. You are welcome to watch the auction on the big screen at the Wieman Auction Facility. We will have multiple representatives available to place bids for you! For more details/pictures, please call our office or visit us online at WiemanAuction.com. South Dakota sales tax will be charged. This ad is subject to additions and deletions. All consignments must have been approved by the Wiemans! We have excellent loading and unloading equipment. Financing and trucking are available. We are in our 76th year of selling. We offer honest and fair treatment to all because we appreciate your business! Bring a friend and come prepared to buy! If you are driving a good distance – please call to make sure the item is here. Welcome to the “Machinery Mall of South Dakota!” Our next consignment auction is August 19th!
MACHINERY OFFICE: 888-296-3536 or 605-648-3536 Email: Info@WiemanAuction.com • Website: WiemanAuction.com
USED TIRES - 15, 16, 17, 18 inch. Fair! CALL 605-997-3441 & LEAVE A MESSAGE. Also Brand New chrome reverse rims to fit Dodge pickupnever mounted with new tires!
CITY OF FLANDREAU • 1005 W. Elm Avenue • Flandreau, SD 57028-1404 COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS May 19th, 2025
The City Council of the City of Flandreau, South Dakota, met in regular session on May 19th, 2025 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, Karen Tufty (via phone), and Tim Yeaton. Absent: Brad Bjerke. Also present were City Administrator Cohl Turnquist, Finance Officer Lori Kneebone, City Attorney Matthew Tysdal, Police Chief Zach Weber, Shane Waterman, IMEG, Erin Hill, Boys and Girls Club, Yancie Harris, Leah Dailey, Serena Pederson, and Adam Day, Flandreau Fridays Committee, Carleen Wild, MC Enterprise.
The proposed agenda was reviewed. Motion by Fargen and seconded by Yeaton to adopt the proposed agenda. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.
Motion by Ekern and seconded by Tufty to approve the minutes of May 5th, 2025. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.
Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Ahlers to allow the following claims for the City and to pay them: Payroll, 5/14/2025: general, 35,316.08; water, 1,431.42; electric, 5,998.43; sewer, 3,194.47; solid waste, 319.38. (26812) A-1 Portable Toilets, rentals, 370.00; AFLAC, supplemental insurance, 277.44; Amaril Uniform Company, uniforms, 1,253.65; Austreim Landscaping, repairs, 102.76; Banner Associates, Inc., professional fees, 440.00; Big Sioux Community Water System, water purchases, 16,586.15; Brookings Engraving, desk plaque, 40.00; Cardmember Services, supplies/travel/ dues, 1,836.31; Century Business Products, copier lease, 524.93; Christiansen Complete Water, softener tank, 29.91; Cintas, rentals/supplies, 1,023.46; City of Sioux Falls, water tests, 52.74; Cybercoach, Inc. 5,204.86; Ekern Home Equipment, Inc., repairs, 1,846.50; Emily Hubers, CC deposit reimbursement, 250.00; GreatAmerica Financial Services, copier lease, 171.21; Guardian Alliance Technologies, software agreement, 114.00; Hawkins, Inc., supplies, 1,974.42; IWORQ Systems, software agreement, 187.50; John Henderson, repairs, 650.00; Ketel Thorstenson, LLP, professional fees, 18,000.00; King Insurance Agency, summer rec insurance, 176.00; M & T Fire Safety, Inc., supplies, 2,230.00; Maynards of Flandreau, supplies, 182.68; MidAmerican Energy, gas, 1,614.57; Missouri River Energy Services, meters/fees, 389.60; Moody County Enterprise, ads/minutes, 952.02; Office Peeps, Inc., supplies, 34.48; Ottertail Power Company, airport electricity, 309.95; Paul Cline, repairs, 1,000.00; Plunkett’s Pest Control, professional fees, 142.40; Raleigh Burk, training, 216.00; Ramsdell F&M LTD, supplies/contract, 1,465.00; River’s Edge Cooperative, gas/oil/ supplies, 1,943.47; SD Supplemental Retirement Plan, supplemental retirement, 100.00; Sioux Valley Energy, electricity, 190.00; Sparkle Car Wash, car washes, 17.40; Sturdevant’s Auto Supply, supplies/repairs, 72.27; Transunion Risk and Alternative, software agreement, 120.00; Tyler Lumber Company, supplies/repairs, 1,380.82; Valley Fibercom, phones/internet, 772.46; Verizon Wireless, phones/ipad/jet pack, 145.49; Waxdahl Napa Plus LLC, supplies, 70.37 (26854). (26855) IMEG, professional services, $15,620.00. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.
A public hearing was had on a special alcoholic beverage license for the Flandreau Fire Department. No public input was held and the public hearing was closed by Mayor Sutton.
Motion by Ekern and seconded by Fargen to approve the special alcoholic beverage license for the Flandreau Fire Department for a chislic feed and bean bag tournament to be held at 200 S. Wind Street, on June 7th from 12:00 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.
Visitors to Be Heard: None.
Mayor Dan Sutton informed the council he has heard good things from residents regarding the utility improvement project that is in progress. The next public meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 28th at noon at the city office. Project updates can be found on the city’s website under the utility improvement project tab.
City Administrator Cohl Turnquist thanked the Boys and Girls Club for hosting the ground breaking ceremony for the Early Childhood Enrichment Center. As construction gets underway, a portion of the road by the school will be closed, but the parking lot will still be accessible. There will be a special council meeting on Tuesday, May 27th at 5:30 to present the ambulance model that Turnquist has been working on. The Airport Board will meet on Wednesday, May 28th at 5:30. Turnquist informed council that city staff became aware of an issue with the boiler system at the Aquatic Center. Staff are looking at repair options and Turnquist still expects the pool to be open on June 2nd.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Yeaton to approve the Administrator’s Reports. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.
Old Business: None.
New Business: Yancie Harris, representing the Flandreau Fridays Committee, presented information to the council about this year’s event, which will be held on Friday, June 20th beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the downtown area. The rain date will be Friday, June 27th. The group thanked the council for their continued support through yearly subsidies, which help to make Flandreau Fridays a successful event. Erin Hill, from the Boys and Girls Club, was present to share information with the council about the annual shed raffle. Tickets can be purchased for $30 from May 19th-June 20th, with the drawing expected to happen at the Flandreau Fridays event. The raffle is for a utility shed or $3,000 cash. Winner does not need to be present to win.
Shane Waterman, from IMEG Engineering, presented an update to the council on the utility improvement project. Construction crews have been working at the intersection of Park and Prairie and are expected to move to the Wind Street area next. Progress has been slowed down, due to the recent rain.
Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Fargen to approve the step increase for Jacob Pulscher, placing him on Step 2 of the Special Projects and Maintenance Technician wage scale at $25.71/hourly. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Ekern to approve placing Sadie Iott and Fawn Frias on the Aquatic Center Lifeguard Wage Scale. Iott will be placed on Step 4 at $15.35/hourly and Frias will be placed at Step 1 at $14.07/hourly. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Tufty to approve the contract with city attorney, Matthew Tysdal, which includes an hourly rate of $285 for services rendered. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried. Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Ekern to approve the updated Police Sargeant Wage Scale. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.
Motion by Fargen and seconded by Ahlers to place Raleigh Burk on Step 1 of the Police Sargeant Wage Scale at $28.59/hourly. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Ekern to approve the placement of Taylor White, Matthew Joachims, Nathan Bowden and Elijah Rupe on the Part-Time Police Officer Wage Scale at $27.63/hourly. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, and Tufty (via phone). Nays: Yeaton. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.
A discussion was had on police staffing. Police Chief Zach Weber spoke to the benefits of having 6 officers, stating physical and mental health, along with scheduling as the top reasons for keeping 6 full-time officers. Alderman Fargen asked if 24-hour coverage is necessary and would like to see Chief Weber and Administrator Turnquist try and work with 5 officers. Discussion was also had on mutual aid with the county and tribal police departments. After much discussion, no council action was taken and the city will stay with the current staffing model of 6 full-time officers.
Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Ahlers to go into Executive Session for Personnel at 7:34 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.
Motion by Ekern and seconded by Ahlers to come out of Executive Session for Personnel at 8:03 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty (via phone) and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Bjerke. Motion carried.
Council Comments: None.
The Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.
Daniel D. Sutton Mayor
ATTEST: Cohl Turnquist City Administrator
ACREAGE & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION
+/-15.91 Acre Pipestone County Minnesota Acreage with a 1 ½ Story Home wiTH Double Attached Garage, Excellent Livestock Buildings –Designed for Sheep Production, but Very Adaptable for Goats, Cattle & Calves & Other Livestock and a Quonset & Hoop Barn for Equipment and/or Feed Storage
As we have retired from operating our sheep production operation, we have made the decision to offer our acreage at public auction, with the auction to be held onsite at the property located at 1958 110th Ave., Holland, MN; located from Holland, MN (Jct. Hwy. #23 & Hwy. #16/140th Ave.) – approx. ½ mile north on 140th Ave., 3 miles west on 171st St. and 2 ½ miles north on 110th Ave.; from Ruthton, MN – approx. 1½ miles south on Hwy. #23, 7 miles west on 211th St. and 1½ miles south on 110th Ave.; or from Pipestone, MN (McDonalds Corner/Jct. Hwy’s. #30 & #75) – 9 miles north on Hwy. #75, 3 east on 191st St. and ½ mile north on 110th Ave.
WEDNESDAY EVENING JUNE 18, 2025
SALE TIMES: Acreage Auction at 5:30 PM with the Personal Property Auction Immediately Following ACREAGE OPEN HOUSE DATES – Thursday June 5th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM & Sunday June 8th from 1:00 to 3:00 PM or Shown by Appointment Arranged with the Owners or the Auctioneers AUCTIONEERS NOTE: The Caskey Family (Pine Lawn Farms, LLC) have been highly regarded sheep and livestock producers in Pipestone County and Southwestern Minnesota for many decades, and now have made the decision to downsize their operation and sell this acreage. The facilities on this property are well designed and very functional and are especially well suited for sheep and/or goats, but could be adapted for cattle, calves and other livestock. According to the owners this property could very easily accommodate 500 ewes and 1,000 lambs and with proper management the current owners have utilized the existing facilities to accommodate as many as approximately 2,000 head of sheep with +/-700 ewes and +/-1,300 lambs. If you are in the market for an acreage with many excellent amenities, then make plans to inspect this property prior to the auction and plan to be in attendance at this auction! If you are a livestock producer, this acreage has a great deal to offer! This is a sizeable +/-15.91 acre acreage site with a modern 1½ story home with an attached double garage and outbuildings including livestock facilities & buildings that are suitable for equipment and/or feed storage. The property is nestled in a pleasant country setting. This property is serviced by Lincoln-Pipestone Rural Water, Sioux Valley Energy Rural Electric and Woodstock Communications fiber optic. It is uncommon to find an acreage with all of the amenities
Abbrev. Legal Desc. - +/-15.91 acres in the SW¼ of the NW¼ of Sec. 27, T. 108N., R. 45W., (Fountain Prairie Twp.), Pipestone County, MN Abbrev. TERMS: Cash - 10% nonrefundable earnest money payment on sale day and the balance on or before August 1, 2025 with pos session. Marketable Title will be conveyed and an abstract of title will be continued to date and provided to the buyer for examination prior to closing. Closing agent’s fee will be divided 50-50. 2024 RE taxes payable in 2025 on this acreage based on an ag homestead amount are $614.00, & based on that amount will be prorated to the date of closing. Seller does not warranty or guarantee that existing fences lie on the true boundary and any new fencing, if any, will be the sole responsibility of the purchaser. Property is sold in “AS IS” Condition with no contingencies whatsoever and is sold subject to existing easements, restrictions, reservations or highways of record, if any, as well as any or all applicable Pipestone County, MN zoning ordinances. The RE licensees/auctioneers in this transaction stipulate that they are acting as agents for the sellers. Sold subject to confirmation of the owner.
For Full Ad & Photos see www.suttonauction.com. To Inspect the Acreage, Plan to Attend the Open Houses, or for an appointment contact the Auctioneers or the Owners. Watch for upcoming ads inclusive of the Personal Property.
DEAN STOLTENBERG – RE Salesperson & Auctioneer - MN Auct. Lic. #59-38- Jasper, MN - ph. 507-348-7352
JARED SUTTON, CAI – RE Salesperson & AuctioneerMN Auct. Lic. #59-72– Flandreau, SD – ph. 605-864-8527
ANNUAL SUMMER ONLINE CONSIGNMENT AUCTION
Our Summer Consignment Auction will be held Online at www.WiemanBid2Buy. HiBid.com. All items will be located at the Wieman Auction Facility – 44628 SD Highway 44, Marion, SD or from Marion, SD, 1-mile South and ½ mile West on Highway 44 on:
TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 2025 • 9 AM CST
LUNCH ONSITE BY THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH LADIES
This Auction will offer over 900 lots in total. A Large Assortment of Tractors (54x4’s, 10+ MFD’s, 50+ 2 WD), 15+ Combines, Large Assortment of Corn Heads, Bean Heads, Dummy Heads, Head Transports, Grain Carts, Gravity Boxes, Augers, Planters, Tillage, Haying & Forage Equipment, Skid Loader Attachments, Trucks, Trailers, Fencing and more!
FOR FULL AUCTION AD, VISIT OUR WEBSITE: ** WWW.WIEMANAUCTION.COM **
Auctioneers Note: This is another large and interesting auction of consignments by Area Farmers & Dealers. You are welcome to watch the auction on the big screen at the Wieman Auction Facility. We will have multiple representatives available to place bids for you! For more details/pictures, please call our office or visit us online at WiemanAuction.com. South Dakota sales tax will be charged. This ad is subject to additions and deletions. All consignments must have been approved by the Wiemans! We have excellent loading and unloading equipment. Financing and trucking are available. We are in our 76th year of selling. We offer honest and fair treatment to all because we appreciate your business! Bring a friend and come prepared to buy! If you are driving a good distance – please call to make sure the item is here. Welcome to the “Machinery Mall of South Dakota!” Our next consignment auction is August 19th!
MACHINERY OFFICE: 888-296-3536 or 605-648-3536 Email: Info@WiemanAuction.com • Website: WiemanAuction.com
When Duty Calls
A special presentation by Rick Lingberg
Veteran storyteller-filmmaker, Rick Lingberg shares the accounts of South Dakotans, Gene Murphy, David Volk and Dick Ambrosius who answered their country’s call, nearly giving their lives in the jungles of Vietnam.
Come hear their stories of service to country and community and how it would continue long after their military careers.
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
LOOKING FOR VENDORS LOOKING FOR VENDORS
THE MOODY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM IS FOR OUR
Cost is $30 per booth. Vendors must supply their own table or canopy. Shade is limited.
7/4/2025 9:30AM-2:00PM IN FLANDREAU, SD
Preference registration for NONPROFITS begins May 1st. FOR-PROFIT vendor registration begins June 1st. INTERESTED? Contact the Moody County Museum (605) 997-3191 mchsmus@gmail.com or message our Facebook page
Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe
PO Box 283, Flandreau, SD 57028 www.fsst-nsn.gov
Phone: (605) 997 -3891 Fax: (888) 533 -5087
Employment Opportunities
Assistant Attorney General
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.
Education Director
The Education Director assists in developing, planning, evaluating, and coordinating activities related to community education and program development
Compliance Director
The Compliance Director will supervise pre -award grant activities, provide legal and technical assistance on post -award activities, and serve as a policy analyst. Our website
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
