3 PORTABLE GENERATORS FOR SALE-LIKE NEW!! BE PREPARED FOR ELECTRIC OUTAGES!!
Coleman 4000 - $300. DEK 4550 - $400. Call 605-997-3441 and leave a message. tfreg
Para colocar tu publicidad clasificada o display, artículos en venta, servicios ofrecidos, etc. Llama al 605-997-2872 o envía un correo electrónico ads@iw.net.
LOOKING TO BUY AN ENCLOSED TRAILER! CALL 605-997-3441 & LEAVE A MESSAGE!
GARDEN FLOX ROOTS FOR YOU TO DIG OUT - FREE!! 605-997-3441 - message
DAVE’S APPLIANCE
REPAIR Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605-997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs!
USED OIL WANTED! ! Call 605-997-3291.
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: Good wages, farm background helpful. Call 605-534-3204. 3T78
FRIDAY NOON DEADLINE FOR THE BOOSTER. Call 605997-2872 or better yet email your ads and billing address to ads@iw.net
ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605530-3211.
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: 605-573-0935. P.O. Box 55 - 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau, SD 57028.
Looking for that Rewarding Career! 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 507-828-7075.
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
HOUSE FOR SALE AT 109 FIRST STREET FLANDREAU. 2 story, 4 Bedroom, 2 baths, Good Sized yard, Needs a little TLC! Reasonable Taxes. Asking $75,000 - price negotiable. Call 909-6447248.
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!! NEW SERVICE JUNK REMOVAL!!
AGED APPLE WOOD FOR YOUR SMOKER!! Call 605-997-3441 and leave a message if you can use this wood!!! CREW WANTED TO PULL WEEDS IN NEWLY PLANTED TREE ROWS! CALL 605-530-7877!!
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. 605-5730935. Please “Like” us on Facebook for more info. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
NEW HORIZONS ROOFING AND GUTTERS, LLC. ALL TYPES OF ROOFING. 18 YEARS EXPERIENCE. VETERAN OWNED. 605690-4797. 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.
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.
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
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
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.
DAVE’S APPLIANCE
REPAIR Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, Phone 605-997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs!
FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS
STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216
Pulscher Brothers Construction is now hiring carpenters! We are currently looking for reliable and hardworking individuals to join our team in full-time positions. Applicants with prior carpentry or construction experience are preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidates. Call Eric for inquiries (605) 680-0818. 4t513
FARMERS MARKET IN EGAN
JULY 11TH
Looking for Vendors to kick off a NEW FARMERS MARKET IN EGAN!! CONTACT LEAH AT 760-979-6114
We will also have a Plant Exchange on June 27 and a Cake Picnic on July 18th!!
GARDEN FLOX ROOTS TO DIG OUT! FREE!! 605-997-3441 - message
“Unearth a Story” this summer at the Moody County Resource Center, YOUR local library! In June & July kids can read for awesome prizes, and we’ll have free dinomite activities every week as we create and learn about dinosaurs & archeology! Reading gameboards available the last week in May at the library or tribal office! Call 605-9973326 for more info!
Moody County Resource Center’s Summer Hours: Mon 10am-5pm; Tues 12pm-8pm; Wed 1pm5pm; Thurs 12pm8pm; Fri 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-2pm. 3t63
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
Need a ride? Looking for dependable, personal transportation for yourself or a loved one? We serve Colman, Flandreau, Dell Rapids, Brookings and the surrounding communities. Our services include door-to-door assistance, we will wait at the appointment and then drive you home, pharmacy/other errands as well. Call or text Amber with Caring Cruisers at (605) 690-8071.
FREE Family Show featuring The Noiseguy, Charlie Williams, at the Moody County Resource Center on Wed, June 24th @ 2 pm! This fun-filled show will make you laugh with comical cartoons, and noisy tales from Charlie’s realistic vocal imitations! He’ll even teach the kids how to make some special noises of their own! Call 605-997-3326 for more info!
LOOKING TO BUY AN ENCLOSED TRAILER! CALL 605-997-3441 & LEAVE A MESSAGE!
GARDEN FLOX ROOTS FOR YOU TO DIG OUT - FREE!! 605-997-3441 - message
HELP WANTED: Good wages, farm background helpful. Call 605-534-3204. 3T78
CREW WANTED TO PULL WEEDS IN NEWLY PLANTED TREE ROWS! CALL 605-530-7877!!
LOOKING TO BUY AN ENCLOSED TRAILER! CALL 605997-3441 & LEAVE A MESSAGE!
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Birthdays Open House
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PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION
This Auction features a variety of Items for everyone! Notable Items Include a Case 580C Backhoe w/ Cab, Gehl 4510 Skid Steer, 2012 Cougar by Keystone 5th Wheel Camper, 2Arctic Cat Snowmobiles & 2017 E-Z Hauler Enclosed Trailer in Very Good Condition, 6’ 3Pt. Farm King Mower, Pallet Forks, Grapple Attachment, 500 Gal. Fuel Barrel w/ Elec. Pump, Various Tools, Shop Related Items, & Trucking Related Items! Additionally, you will find Lawn & Garden Items, Antiques, Household, Furniture Pieces & More!
To settle the Dean Kretzschmar Estate, his wife, Kris, has decided to offer the following personal property at Auction located at 25263 472nd Ave., Baltic, SD. From 1-29 Exit 94 (Baltic) Head East 1/3 of a mile to 472nd Ave., then South 2 ¾ of a mile – Sale site will be on your right. From 1-29 Exit (Renner) Head East & turn North onto 472nd Ave., Head North 5.5 Miles- Sale site will be on your left. Lunch on Grounds.
FRIDAY, JULY 10th, 2026
SALE TIME: 11:00AM
**Full Ad Available at www.suttonauction.com**
DEAN KRETZSCHMAR ESTATE
KRIS KRETZSCHMAR – Owner
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
GAGE GULLICKSON – Auctioneer & RE Broker
Associate – Flandreau, SD – ph. 605-651-3867
RICK BECKER – Auctioneer – Madison, SD – ph. 605-480-1976
Clerk: Sutton Auction Service, LLC
Schedule 9:30-2:00
At Avera Flandreau
Audiology
Dr. Brueggeman – July 2, 21
Dietary Consulting
Sarah Parr – July 13, 27
Mental Health Consulting
Nicole Robideau,
In Focus Counseling – July 3, 17
Podiatry
Dr. Prusa – July 23
OB
Dr. Arna Mora – July 2
Orthopedics
Dr. Dressander – no outreach
Tammy Crofutt, NP – July 7, 16
Surgery to be announced
Flandreau,
Hospital Auxiliary to be announced
Planet Heart July 8
Mammograms July 22, 29
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)
Speech Therapy Monday & Wednesdays
Wound Clinic Tuesdays
BIG SALE!!
212 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau. Saturday, June 27
8:00am - 2:00pm
New and Used items. Wide variety of furniture, household goods, clothing, and more!!
LARGE LUMBERYARD
LIQUIDATION AUCTION
2017 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab PU Truck, 2002 Ford F-350 Flatbed PU Truck, 2002 Chev. Silverado 2500 Crew Cab PU Truck, 2021 PJ 20’ Deckover BP Tand. Axle Trailer, 2015 DCT 7’x20’ Tandem Axle Trailer, NH L775 Skid Steer, Mitsubishi #30 Forklift, 2 - 10’x12’ Garden Sheds, 10’x14’ Steel Garden Shed, 5’x14’ Calf Shelter, 3 – Hay Racks w/ JD Running Gears, Rockwell 10” Unisaw, Cellulose Insulation Blowers, Shop Items & Tools, Lumber & other Building Materials, Large Hardware Store Inventory Incl. Stanley Tools, DeWalt Items, Large Assortment of Hardware, New Stock & Much More!!
The Auction will be held onsite at the property located at 108 S 2nd St, Parkston, SD. From Caseys on Hwy. #37 – 4/10 Mile (5 Blocks) East on W. Main St, then ½ Block S. on 2nd St. Smokin Stokes Food Truck on Grounds.
FRIDAY JUNE 26, 2026
SALE TIME: 11:00 AM
Online Bidding available on larger items of Personal Property at approximately 1:30 PM
AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: As Austin & Ellie Wolf are discontinuing operation of Parkston Lumber to focus on their construction business, they have made the decision to offer all of their remaining inventory & equipment from the existing business at Public Auction. This auction will consist of large amount of Lumberyard Inventory & Equipment Including Vehicles, Trailers, Forklift, Skid Steer, Lumber, New Windows, Building Steel, Siding, Shingles, Insulation, Hardware, Lawn/Garden Sheds, other Personal Property onsite at the properties with Online Bidding available on larger items of Personal Property at approximately 1:30 PM. 2 rings may be utilized during a portion of this auction. If you are in the market for Pickups, Trailers, Equipment & new items from Excess Inventory, Overstocks, Returns, & General Lumberyard or other Personal Property, make plans to be in attendance at this auction!
*** For Full Sale Listing & Photos visit: www.suttonauction.com
PARKSTON LUMBER YARD, LLC
Austin & Ellie Wolf – Owners
For Questions Contact Austin Wolf – 605-505-0384
AUCTION SOLD & CLERKED BY SUTTON AUCTIONEERS & LAND BROKERS, LLC
CHUCK SUTTON – Auctioneer & Land Broker Sioux Falls, SD – ph. 605-336-6315
JARED SUTTON, CAI – RE Auctioneer & Broker Assoc. Flandreau, SD – ph. 605-864-8527
TERRY HAIAR – RE & PP Auctioneer – Alexandria, SD – ph. 605-239-4626
DEAN GULBRANSON – RE & PP Auctioneer – Madison, SD –605-695-0133
Attention to Homeowners, Contractors, Investors & Others Looking for a Nice 3 Bedroom Ranch Style Home with 26’x28’ Attached Garage to be Moved as well as a 36’x46’ Shed/Garage to be Moved! The Home & Shed will be offered separately! This is a nice opportunity to move a nice 1340 Sq. Ft. Ranch Style Home to a site of your choice!
We will offer the following home to be moved at 5800 E. 6th St, Sioux Falls, SD. From the Veterans Parkway Exit #402 on I-29, 4 Miles N. on Veterans Parkway & 2/10 Mile West. From Jct. of E. 10th St./Arrowhead Parkway & Veterans Parkway – ½ Mile N. on Veterans Parkway & 2/10 mile E. on E. 6th St.
THURSDAY JULY 9, 2026
Sale Time: 6:00 PM
This property can be shown by appointment arranged with the auctioneers.
The proceeds from this auction will be donated to Kingdom Capital Fund for Ministry Support. With the current housing market & a low supply of available homes on the market, this is a nice opportunity to purchase a home to be moved and locate on the site of your choice! Don’t miss the opportunity to inspect this home and make plans to be in attendance at this auction!! For additional information on this auction visit: www.suttonauction.com
ABBREV. TERMS: Cash – 15% down date of sale and the balance before removal on or before August 7, 2026. Total bid to be subject to South Dakota Sales Tax totaling 6.2%. Purchaser to pay all moving costs. House must be moved from the site by September 24, 2026.
TYSDAHL DEVELOPMENT CO. II, Owner
KINGDOM CAPITAL FUND – BENEFICIARY
CHUCK SUTTON – Auctioneer & Land Broker – Sioux Falls, SD – ph. 605-336-6315
JARED SUTTON, CAI – Auctioneer & RE Broker Assoc. – Flandreau, SD – ph. 605864-8527
PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION
Large Selection of Milwaukee Power Tools in Excellent Condition! Dewalt 6” Bench Grinder-New, Husky 15 Drawer Rolling Tool Chest- Like New, Various Storage Racks, North Star Pressure Washer & Other Well-Kept Shop Related Items! Home Accents Holiday Light-Up Yard Art - Like New! La-ZBoy Elec. Lift Chair in Very Good Condition & More!! To settle the Dale Juranek Estate, his wife, Kathy, has decided to offer his impressive power tool collection & other items at Auction at the Trent Gym on the east edge of Trent, SD. Louba’s Lunch Wagon on Grounds.
TUESDAY JUNE 30th, 2026
SALE TIME: 4:00 PM
AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Gear up and bid big — this auction showcases like-new, top-tier power tools and premium shop essentials, one of the most impressive inventories we’ve sold. Contractors and DIYers alike—don’t miss your chance to score high-quality tools & more at this Auction!
DALE JURANEK ESTATE
Kathy Juranek - Owner
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
HOUSEHOLD: Curio Cabinet - 3 Glass Sides; Computer Desk; 2 small TVs; Entertainment Center - contains-Bar, Radio, Record Player, Electric Fireplace; Treadmill; Flex Step; CD Cabinet; Aquarium; Bed Headboard; File cabinets -1 Drawer, 4 Drawer; Bookcase; Card Table & Chairs; Roller Cart; Records; Office Desk; Stackable End Tables; Glider Chair; Swivel Cushion Chair; Large Floral Wreath; 3-dd Trunks. CASH ONLY!!
Flandreau City Band – 2026 Schedule
Most Concerts start at 7:00 unless listed otherwise.
Thursday, June 4 Concert
Thursday, June 11 Concert
Thursday, June 18 Concert
Friday, June 19 Concert, Flandreau Friday (time to be announced)
Thursday, June 25 Rehearsal
Thursday, July 2 Concert
Saturday, July 4 Concert @ 1:00 pm
Thursday, July 9 Concert
Thursday, July 16 Concert
Thursday, July 23 rehearsal
Thursday, July 30 6:00 Parade for Achievement Days –Concert follows the parade
Sunday, August 6 Concert
Thursday, August 13 Concert
“WHAT TROUBLE”
Johnson”
ACREAGE & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION
Offering an Extremely Well-Located +/-1.60 Acre Acreage with Single Story Home & Very Nice Garage/Shop Building just Minutes from Sioux Falls, SD!! Personal Property Including Shop Items & Tools, Lawn & Garden Items, Furniture, Antiques, Household & More!!
WEDNESDAY JULY 8, 2026
Sale Times: Personal Property at 3:00 PM with the RE to Follow at Approx. 7:00 PM
Real Estate Open House Dates: Sunday June 28th - 1:00-3:00 PM, & Wednesday July 1st - 5:00-7:00 PM
We will offer the following Acreage & Personal Property onsite at Public Auction located at 25519 475th Ave, Renner, SD. Located from Cliff Ave/SD Hwy. #115 Exit #399 on I-90 – 5 ½ Miles N. on SD Hwy. #115. From Baltic Corner (Jct. of SD Hwy. #115 & 250th St.) – 5 ¼ Miles S. on SD Hwy. #115 (West side of Highway). From Renner Corner (Jct. of SD Hwy. #115 & 258th St.) – 2 ¾ Mile North on SD Hwy. #115. The real estate being offered consists of an extremely well located +/-1.60 acre acreage located just 5 minutes north of Sioux Falls, SD. The main floor consists of 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms, a sizable living room area, kitchen, laundry, & 4 season room. One of the highlights of this acreage is the outbuilding on the property which consists of an insulated & heated 3 stall Shop Building/Garage with Studio Apartment which is fully heated & insulated with concrete floor throughout! The property is serviced for utilities through City of Garretson Nat. Gas, Minnehaha Comm. Rural Water & Excel Electric. The exterior of the home & outbuilding has fiber board siding & cedar shake shingles. If you are in the market for an extremely well located acreage bordered by an Oil Highway within 10 minutes of Sioux Falls, SD, make plans to inspect this property & be in attendance at this Auction!!
LEGAL DESC.: The S. 10’ of Lot 9 & All of Lot 10 & the N. ½ of Lot 11, & the N. 20’ of the S. ½ of Lot 11 Gundersons Addn. in Sec. 34, T. 103N., R. 49W., Sverdrup Twp., Minnehaha County, SD
TERMS: Cash – A 5% non-refundable earnest money payment due on sale day & the balance on or before Aug. 26, 2026. Title Ins. & closing fee to be split 50-50 between buyer & seller. All of the 2025 RE taxes payable in 2026 will be prorated to the date of closing. Property is sold in “AS IS” condition with no contingencies whatsoever, and sold subject to easements, restrictions, reservations or highways of record, as well as any applicable zoning ordinances. Information contained herein is deemed to be correct but is not guaranteed. RE licensees in this transaction are acting as agents for the seller. Property is sold subject to confirmation of the sellers. To Inspect the Acreage, Attend the Open Houses, or for an appointment contact the Auctioneers. Broker Participation Welcome, with a 2% commission payable to a licensed SD RE Broker who properly pre-registers & represents a successful purchaser at the auction & meets the prescribed criteria for Broker Participation – for Information Broker’s should contact Sutton Auctioneers & Land Brokers, LLC – ph. 605-3366315.
Personal Property Including Shop Items & Tools, Lawn & Garden Items, Furniture, Antiques, Household & More!! *** Visit: www.suttonauction.com for full sale listing & photos! ***
NORDSTROM LIVING TRUST
DEL & LELA NORDSTROM, Owners
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
TOM & TED SOUVIGNIER – Auctioneers & RE Broker Associates –Canton, SD –ph. 605-987-2404
GAGE GULLICKSON
*Ultrasound
*Dental prophylaxis
*Digital radiographs
*Large
*Haul-in
*Portable
*Portable
*Tilt table
211 East 3rd Street – Egan, SD
Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe
Employment Opportunities
1 FT – Business License & Tax Manager
The Business License and Tax Manager will oversee tax compliance, tax planning, and tax preparation to ensure adherence to applicable tax laws and regulations.
1 FT – Police Officer
Tribal Police Officers are responsible for patrolling the reservation and tribal trust lands to prevent crime and enforce laws and regulations, responding to all calls for service, and performing specialized technical, administrative, and/or investigative assignments.
1 FT – Grant Director
Grant Writer primary responsibilities include planning, coordination, development, writing and editing of grant proposals to assure submission on or before deadlines.
1 FT – Accounting Clerk
The Accounting Clerk is responsible for the day -to-day transactional activities of the organization, which may include Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll. Responds to and resolves questions and problems related to the assigned areas.
1 PT - HR Generalist
The HR Generalist-Benefits is responsible for supporting daily human resources operations while managing and administering employee benefits programs
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 PL 101-630/basic 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
NOTICE OF VISITATION SCHEDULE
Notice is hereby given that Steven Lesnikowski is offered visitation with the minor children of the parties according to the following recurring schedule:
Every Wednesday, 9:00 AM
Every Saturday, 9:00 AM
Initial visit duration: 90 minutes, expanding with demonstrated consistency. This schedule represents the baseline. Frequency and duration are available for expansion upon demonstrated consistent attendance.
Visitation has been available to Steven Lesnikowski with established sobriety as the only required condition since Jan 2019. The current schedule was initially proposed on May 31, 2026. This offer does not expire.
Adjustments may be requested by stating specific alternative times and days in writing.
Custody status: Sole legal and physical custody held by undersigned pursuant to California court order. Visitation is offered above court-required minimum on permanent basis.
Visitation tracking since May 31, 2026: 6 offered. 0 attended. 6 no-show.
Wed June 3, Sat June 6, Wed June 10, Sat June 13, Wed June 17, Sat June 20 — all 9am.
Need a ride?
Looking for dependable, personal transportation for yourself or a loved one? We serve Colman, Flandreau, Dell Rapids, Brookings and the surrounding communities. Our services include door-to-door assistance, we will wait at the appointment and then drive you home, pharmacy/other errands as well. Call or text Amber with Caring Cruisers at (605) 690-8071.
CITY OF FLANDREAU
1005 W. Elm Avenue
Flandreau, SD 57028-1404
COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
June 15th, 2026
The City Council of the City of Flandreau, South Dakota, met in regular session on Monday, June 15th, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the City Council Chambers, 1005 W. Elm Avenue, Flandreau, SD.
Present: Aldermen: Curt Ahlers, Brad Bjerke, Mark Ekern, Mike Fargen, Karen Tufty and Tim Yeaton. Absent: Mayor Dan Sutton. Also present were City Administrator Cohl Turnquist; Finance Officer Lori Kneebone; City Attorney Matthew Tysdal; IMEG Engineer Shane Waterman; Moody County Sherriff Troy Wellman; Susan Ahlers, Ambulance Director Wes Hall and Police Chief Zach Weber.
Council President, Brad Bjerke, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
The proposed agenda was reviewed. Motion by Fargen 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 Tufty and seconded by Ekern to approve the Consent Agenda to include the minutes of June 1st, 2026, along with additional staff at the aquatic center; Brody Johnson and Adalyn Krull, Step One, Clerk; $12.27/hourly; step increase for Public Works Operator Donald Biles; Step 8, $25.09/hourly; wage change for certified police officer Jesse Mohr, Step 1, $25.49/hourly and to allow for the following claims for the City and to pay them: Payroll of 6/10/2026, General, 42,772.12; Water, 4,278.65; Electric, 7,970.66; Sewer, 4,278.57; Solid Waste, 337.11. (28013) Moody County Recreation Association, 15,000.00, subsidy for exercise equipment. (28014) AFLAC, supplemental insurance, 86.99; Amazon Capital Services, EMS supplies/equip./capital outlay, 3,037.16; AT & T Mobility, EMS aircards/MiFi, 174.89; Bender Sewer and Drain, LLC, contract/agreement, 2,792.00; Big Sioux Community Water System, water usage, 19,930.07; Bluepeak, electric utility, 52.62; Bobcat of Brookings, supplies, 1,199.66; Booster Publishing, publishing/advertising, 430.00; Bound Tree Medical, LLC, EMS uniforms/supplies, 1,016.59; Brookings Engraving, supplies, 133.00; Cardmember Services, supplies/travel/equipment, 6,060.56; Century Business Products, copier leases, 517.95; Chesterman Company, pool supplies/supplies for resale, 556.95; Cintas, rugs/towels/first aid, 960.59; Claflin Excavating, LLC, airport const/improv/land, 7,142.87; Cybercoach, Inc., supplies/repairs, 1,547.43; Dakota Pump & Control, Inc., pool repairs, 2,164.80; DANR-Fiscal Office, dues/subscriptions, 1,000.00; Ekern Home Equipment, Inc., supplies/repairs, 888.03; Emilio Diaz, reimbursement, 25.00; Galls LLC, uniforms, 212.00; Gerald Doyle, BES rebate, 300.00; GreatAmerica Financial Services, FPD copier lease, 177.92; Greg’s Welding, Inc., pool supplies, 106.88; Hawkins, Inc., pool supplies, 619.00; Heidepriem, Purtell, Siegel, Hinrichs & Tysdal, LLP, professional fees, 2,394.00; Hillyard, Inc., pool supplies, 124.26; Hinckley Medical Inc., EMS dues/subscriptions, 3,350.00; Interstate Power Systems, Inc., repairs, 825.46; Joann Clark, personal expense reimbursed, 41.63; Ketel Thorstenson, LLP, 2025 annual report, 8,188.50; Lewis Drugs, Inc., EMS supplies, 154.87; Liberty Blades, LLC, supplies, 519.75; Maynards of Flandreau, supplies, 847.51; MetronFarnier, LLC, water meters, 879.45; Michael Fargen, reimbursement, 25.00; MidAmerican Energy, gas bills, 64.83; Missouri River Energy Services, AMI meter count + fee, 393.60; Moody County Enterprise, publishing/advertising, 471.54; Ninth Brain Suite LLC, EMS contract/agreement, 270.00; Ottertail Power Company, airport electricity, 197.36; Overhead Door Company of SF, Inc., FFD repairs, 2,003.25; Pitney Bowes Global Financial Services, LLC, lease, 499.59; Plunkett’s Pest Control, contract/agreement, 146.02; Prairie Dust Control, dust control, 4,222.32; River Thru Ag Services, Inc., supplies, 680.00; River’s Edge Cooperative, gas/oil, 3,362.59; SD Supplemental Retirement Plan, supplemental retirement, 263.25; Sioux Falls Area Humane Society, animal control, 500.73; Sioux Valley Energy, utilities, 193.00; Sturdevant’s Auto Supply, supplies/repairs, 221.92; Transunion Risk and Alternative, FPD subscription, 120.00; Two Way Solutions, Inc., FPD repairs, 612.98; Tyler Business Forms, supplies, 417.52; Tyler Lumber Company, supplies/repairs, 3,746.52; Valley Fibercom, phones/internet, 915.15; Verizon Wireless, utilities, 139.47; Wellmark BCBS of SD, health insurance, 1,038.90; WESCO Receivables Corp., supplies, 1,469.40 (28072). (28073) IMEG, SRF Sewer #12, Water #25, 66,410.00. (28074) H & W Contracting, LLC, pay request 12, 607,291.12. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Visitors to Be Heard: Susan Ahlers, representing the Moody County Museum, addressed the council about parking concerns on Pipestone Avenue during the Fourth of July Festival, which is held on the museum grounds. Ahlers asked if the city could prohibit parking along Pipestone Avenue, due to safety concerns. Police Chief Weber stated no parking signs would be placed along the road to prohibit parking on Pipestone Avenue.
Mayor’s Report: None.
City Administrator Cohl Turnquist met with Missouri River Energy Services last week to conduct a member survey. Turnquist attended the open house for The Warehouse and commended the committee that worked on the project. The City Office will be closed on Friday, June 19th and Friday, July 3rd. The next council meeting will be held on Monday, July 6th. Flandreau Fridays Event is scheduled for Friday, June 19th in downtown Flandreau from 5:00-9:00 p.m. The Museum will be hosting its 30th Summer Festival on the museum grounds on July 4th. There will be a Fly-In Event at the Flandreau Airport on Sunday, July 5th, with breakfast being served beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Tufty 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: Motion by Fargen and seconded by Yeaton to take the 2027 Dispatch Agreement with Moody County off the table for discussion. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Moody County Sheriff Troy Wellman addressed the City Council regarding the potential reinstatement of County-Wide Law Enforcement services. Sheriff Wellman stated that if the City’s goal is to reduce expenditures, reinstating County-Wide Law Enforcement could be a cost-effective option, even though no official proposal was presented. He also noted that the projected savings associated with transferring dispatch services to Watertown would likely not be sufficient for the County to support such a change. Sheriff Wellman invited council members and City staff to attend the June 16 Moody County Commission meeting to receive additional information and discuss the proposal in greater detail.
Motion by Fargen and seconded by Ekern to table the 2027 Dispatch Agreement with Moody County. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
The Second Reading of Ordinance No. 641 was held, permitting the use of golf carts. Police Chief Weber addressed the council about striking points 1 and 2 under section A of 73.52 Violation of Golf Cart Regulations.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Yeaton to accept the proposed changes to Ordinance No. 641. 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 Second Reading of Ordinance No. 641, as amended. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
New Business: Shane Waterman of IMEG Engineering provided the council with an update on the utility improvement project. Waterman reported that two construction crews are currently working on the project and that construction remains on schedule. The next paving is tentatively scheduled for the week of July 20th. More notes about the project can be found on the city’s website and the next public meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 24th at 12:00 p.m. at the city office.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Tufty to approve a special alcoholic beverage license to The Merc, for a class reunion, to be held on July 3rd from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Discussion was held regarding the potential purchase of a used ambulance. Ambulance Director Wes Hall informed the Council that he would like to acquire a used four-wheel-drive ambulance, which would expand the City’s ambulance fleet to three vehicles. Hall presented two purchase options for Council consideration, both of which include a power cot and power load system. Funding for the purchase would be provided through the Ambulance Department, with additional funding likely to be allocated from the City’s Vehicle Replacement Fund. The total estimated cost of the purchase is $48,000.
Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Tufty to authorize the purchase of a used ambulance, at a cost not to exceed $50,000. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen, Tufty and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: None. Motion carried.
Council Comments: None.
The Council President declared the meeting adjourned at 7:47 p.m.
