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.
ENG SERVICES NEEDS PART-TIME Operators &Truck Drivers Send resume to dale.eng@hotmail.com
EGAN BAKERY ON THE HILL
Homeade baked goods, custom order cakes, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, muffins, cheesecake. Gluten free items are available upon request. Owner Faith Ehrichs, 12 yrs old. Eganbakeryonthehill@ gmail.com or Call 760-979-6114 Facebook page: Egan Bakery on the Hill
Moody County Resource Center’s Fall Hours: Monday 9 am - 5 pm Tuesday 9 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 8 pm
Thursday 9 am - 8 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 2 pm
Mark Your Calendars! The annual Used Book Giveaway will be September 27th from 9 am - 4 pm outside the Moody County Resource Center, YOUR local library! Take as many books home as you like! We’ll have titles for all ages & all genres! Rain date will be October 4th. Call (605) 997-3326 for more info!
I am insured. Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message
MICHEL OUTDOOR LLC.. Tree removal, Tree Stump Removal, Fence Line Clearing/ Removal, Commercial Mowing,Brush Hogging. Insured. 605-413-9717.
FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216
CADILLAC ESCALADE CENTER CAPS LOST NORTHEAST OF FLANDREAU ON GRAVEL ROADS. Silver with Cadillac Emblem. Reward! Call 605-9973441. Leave a message.
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 needed for general construction. Excellent pay. Start immediately. Call 605534-3204.
Looking for that Rewarding Career? Tyler Lumber Co/ Flandreau Building Center is looking for the right individual that enjoys the outdoors, helping customers, making jobsite deliveries. For more information on this rewarding career please call Lonnie at 507-8287075.
MICHEL OUTDOOR
LLC.. Tree removal, Tree Stump Removal, Fence Line Clearing/ Removal, Commercial Mowing,Brush Hogging. Insured. 605-413-9717.
FOR SALE: POLLED HEREFORD BULLS STRAIN OF BULLS. Since 1920! “99 years in the making!” Nelson Polled Herefords. Tracy Minnesota. Call 507-6260239. tf1216
PLASTERING AND PLASTER REPAIR!! Interior or Exterior. Drywall/Housewrap/ Painting/Demo - Interior or exterior! Free estimates - 909-644-7248. Silva Plastering Juan Silva You Tube - silvaplastering take a look!!
ENSZ FENCING WILL DO CUSTOM PASTURE FENCING AND CORRAL FENCING. Tear out old, replace, or build new. FREE quotes. Call Tyler at 605-530-3211.
THE BREADBASKET ACCEPTS CANNED GOODS & MONETARY DONATIONS ON THURSDAYS FROM 1 TO 5 AND FRIDAYS FROM 9 TO NOON (EXCLUDING THE 5TH WEEK OF THE MONTH)! We are a community-supported, 501 (c) organization. Every donation helps feed our clients! Leave a message if you have any questions: 605573-0935. P.O. Box 55 - 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau, SD 57028.
FRIDAY NOON DEADLINE FOR THE BOOSTER. Call 605997-2872 or better yet email your ads and billing address to ads@iw.net
ADAM’SBUCKET SERVICE.TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL, Stump Grinding, Storm damage I am insured. Call Adam at 605-864-9759 after 4 pm or leave message
Attention Moody County Residents! The Breadbasket Food Pantry is open Thursdays from 1:30 to 5 pm excluding the 5th Thursday of the month at 202 E. 2nd Ave. Flandreau. 605-573-0935. Please “Like” us on Facebook for more info. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
ENG SERVICES NEEDS PART-TIME
Operators &Truck Drivers Send resume to dale.eng@hotmail.com
NEW HORIZONS ROOFING AND GUTTERS, LLC. ALL TYPES OF ROOFING. 18 YEARS EXPERIENCE. VETERAN OWNED. 605-690-4797. tf515
WILL PAY CASH: FOR VINTAGE MLB, NHL, NFL, NBA, COLLEGE SPORTS VINTAGE STARTER JACKETS , EMAIL Gemini77@iw.net with what you have for sale or call 605-864-8159 and leave a message and I will call you back. TFBB
WE PAY CASH for junk cars, Pickups, Vans and motorcycles. No titles needed. Call or text 605651-5605.
USED OIL WANTED! ! Call 605-997-3291. CALL PATRIOT ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS !!! Commercial. Residential. Industrial. Farmstead. Patriot Electric, Flandreau, SD. 605-997-3536. Don Peters & Brandon Peters. donp@patriot-electricinc. com
Paloma’s Cleaning Service Light and Deep Cleaning, Laundry, Dishes, Small Business Cleaning, and even Meal Prep. Call/text: 605.530.1455 for details. 5t723
YOU PICK APPLES
Call 605-997-3441 for picking times and varieties. Leave a message.
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
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
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.
Help needed for general construction. Excellent pay. Start immediately. Call 605-5343204.
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
AGED APPLE WOOD FOR YOUR SMOKER!! Call 605-997-3441 and leave a message if you can use this wood!!!
DAVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR Dave Feske, Flandreau SD, . Phone 605- 997-3574. Call for all your Appliance Repair Needs!
YOU PICK APPLES Call 605-997-3441 for picking times and varieties. Leave a message.
95th Birthday Card Shower
for Harry Reaves
Help us shower Harry with a card for his 95th birthday on September 14th. Cards may be sent to Harry at The Neighborhoods at Brookview, 2421 Yorkshire Dr, Brookings, SD 57006
Thank You
The family of Estelle Barker Stuart would like to say thank you for the love and support shown when we last our mother, grand mother and great-grandmother Helen & Danny Rose Alice & Lucion LaFontaine Brianna & Jamie VonEye Family
Brandon & Janelle Rose Family Brant & Leah Rose Family Brice & Jaymes Zollner Family
GUN & AMMUNITION AUCTION
Explore an exclusive collection of high-quality, mostly never-shot firearms, including renowned brands like Henry Golden Boys, Winchester, Rugar and Smith & Wesson. Whether you're a hunter or a collector, this impressive selection offers something for everyone. With additional items such as scopes and ammunition, binoculars & more you can enhance your shooting experience! Don’t miss your chance to own these remarkable pieces!
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • SALE TIME: 4:00 PM
As Al & Carol are downsizing, we will offer the following items at the Flandreau Community 800 W. Community Dr., in Flandreau, SD – directly west of the Flandreau High School.
HENRY GOLDEN BOYS- NEW NEVER SHOT, IN BOX: 45 Colt, Lever Action, Hex Barrel, SN: BBML08482C; 4-10 Ga., Lever Action, Rnd. Barrel, 2 ½” Chamber w/ engraving & checkered stock, Mdl: H024-410, SN:410SG05830; Caliber 22 Mag., Lever Action, Hex Barrel, Mdl: H004M, SN: GD185634M; Silver 22 Cal. “Truckers Move America Bound For Glory”, Lever Action, Hex Barrel, Mdl: H004TT, SN: TRUCK01644; Silver 22 Cal. w/ Wht. Stock American Eagle, Lever Action, Hex Barrel, Mdl: H004AE, SN: AE07281; 2- American Beauty Silver 22 Cal., Lever Action, Hex Barrel, Mdl: H004AB, SN: AB08379 & SN: AB08116; 2- Texan And. 22 Cal., Lever Action, Hex Barrel, Mdl: H004TX, SN: TX04710 &
RIFLES: Rugar Mdl: 10-22LR, SD Edition #124 of 500, SN:252-31679; Winchester Mdl: 62A, Pump Action 22SL or LR, SN:270352; Smith & Wesson Mdl: MP15-22LR, w/ Adj. Stock & Clip, SN: LAF4000; New Never Shot Springfield Saint Victor .223/556, w/ adj. stock, 1 clip & soft side case, SN: ST477028. SHOTGUNS: New Never Shot - Tristar Dbl. sidexside 4-10, Break Action, w/ 3” Chamber, SN:20TB4100354; Stoeger Stage Coach 20Ga. Break Action, w/ 3” Chamber & sidexside Barrel, SN:620781-09. BOW: Darton Compound Bow w/ Davis 2 Site in Case.
PISTOLS: New Never Shot – Colt Python 357 Mag. Cal., SN PY217729; Dan Wessen Bruin 10mm Semi-Auto, SN:2014547; Browning Arms 22LR Buck Mark Semi Auto w/ 3 clips & soft case, SN: US515YY11654; Kimber Warrior SOC 45 ACP Cal., w/ Crimson Trace Laser Site, SN: K474921; Smith & Wesson Gov. 45 ACP/45 Colt or 4-10 2 ½”, SN: CWD0832; NNS – Springfield Armory Hellcat 9x19 Semi Auto w/ Clip, SN:BY131248; Bond Arms Grizzly Bear 45 Colt L or 4-10, 2 ½” w/ Holster, SN:308338; Rock Island Armory, 22TCM, M1911A2FS-MM w/ soft-side case, SN: TCM047607; Glock 20 Gen.4 10mm Auto, SN:BUZC437; Bond ATMS Snake Slayer IV 45 Colt – 4.10, 3”, SN: 278020; Roughneck 357 Mag – 38 Special, SN: 229071.
REVOLVERS: New Never Shot - Rugal Wrangler 22LR, 6 Shot Revolver, SN: SN:20456954; New Never Shot – Smith & Wesson 357 Mag. 5 Shot Revolver, Mdl: 80-15, SN: CZD2653; STD Manual “Thunder Struck” 22 Mag., Dbl. Barrel 8 Shot Revolver, SN: SVF016602; NNS- 1873 Outlaw SA Taylors & Co. Revolver 45L Colt Cal., SNE129505; Centennial MKI High Std. 22 Cal. LR Revolver w/ Holster, SN: S37201; 2- North American Arms 22 Mag., w/ Holster, SN: E358657 & SN:204-56954 w/ Case; NNS – Ruger LCR 9mm 5 Shot Revolver, SN:549-60331; Smith & Wesson 22MRF CTG, 6 Shot Revolver, Mdl: 16-7, SN: DRH1829; Smith & Wesson Pro Series 9mm, 7 Shot Revolver, SN: DRE7471986; Kimber KBS 357 Magnum, 6 shot Revolver, SN: RV057773; Smith & Wesson Nickel 44 Mag., 6 Shot Revolver, Mdl: 29-2, SN:485878; 6 Sauer P229, 9mm semiauto w/ laser site & soft side case, SN: AKV21417; Rougar SP101 357 Mag. 5 Shot Nickle Revolver w/ case, SN: 578-31508; NNS – Torris “Judge” 45-10 or 45 Colt, 5 Shot Revolver, SN: ADK773171; Heritage Bar Keep 22 Cal., 6 Shot Revolver, SN: 1BH3857577.
BB & PELLET: Barra 1866 Jr. Sgl. Pump BB & Pellet Rifle, 350 SPS .177 Cal.; Crossman Storm XT Mdl:CIK177ST; Mendosa RM 377 .177Cal; 66 Power Master .177 Cal Pellet Riffle; 760 Pump Master .177 Cal; Phantom 4.5mm BB Pistol; Walther CP99 CO2 Air Pistol .177 Cal; Walther PPK/S BB Pistol Cal. 4.5 w/ Holster.
AMMO & SCOPES & MORE: 950 rnds- 9mm – 115 grain; 500+ rnds – 45 ACP; Approx 1,500 Rnds – 22LR; Assort 22Ga. Shells, 10mm Auto, 357; 45 Colt; 44 Mag.; 22 TCM; 20 Ga.; 410 Slugs; Approx 750 22 WMR; Large Assort 45/50 Cal BP Pellets; Reload Primers, Bullets; Var. Plastic Ammo Cases; Bantem Adj. Scope; Winchester WT-831 Spotting scope w/hard-sided carrying case; Spotting Scope Mts.; Shooting Tri-pods; Misc. holsters; Long Gun soft & hard cases; Benchmaster Rifle Rest; Nikon, Bushnell & Other Var. Binoculars.
SPECIAL TERMS OF SALE: According to federal law, individuals must be at least 18 years old to purchase long guns (rifles and shotguns) and at least 21 years old to buy handguns. Additionally, you must be a resident of South Dakota to purchase a handgun for this Auction. All purchasers must have no felony convictions. Government-issued identification is required to complete the sale.
AL & CAROL GREGG, Owners For Questions Contact Dan Hougland – ph. 605-695-5802
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SALE OF FARMLAND BY SEALED BIDS ALLIANCE TOWNSHIP, MOODY COUNTY
The family of Deloris Quissell is selling the following real estate in Moody County, South Dakota:
The Northwest Quarter (NW¼) of Section 30, Township 105 North, Range 47 West of the 5th P.M., Moody County, South Dakota, except Tract 1 of Quissell Addition contained therein, subject to easements, restrictions, drainage rights and rights of way of record.
The above-described farmland consists of approximately 152.53 acres and is located near the intersection of 242nd Street and 484th Avenue or 6 miles east and 2 miles south of Trent, South Dakota.
Preliminary bids must be hand-delivered to Dell Rapids Law Firm at 301 E. 4th Street, Suite 1, Dell Rapids, South Dakota, 57022, by 5:00 p.m. on September 12, 2025. Late submissions will not be considered. The top bidders will be invited to attend a private bidders meeting at the Dell Rapids Law Firm, on or about September 19, 2025, where they will have an opportunity to raise their bids. The family reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
If the high bid is accepted by the family, the winning bidder must be prepared to sign a Purchase Agreement and make a non-refundable earnest money deposit of ten percent (10%) of the purchase price within three (3) business days of receiving notice of bid acceptance. Closing for the property will be held within 30 days of the execution of the Purchase Agreement. The sale will not be contingent upon buyer financing.
The Sellers will obtain a title insurance commitment showing clear and merchantable title in the property. Each bidder is responsible for conducting his or her own independent inspections, investigations, and all due diligence concerning use of the property. Buyer will have legal possession after the 2025 crop year.
Sellers will pay the 2025 real estate taxes due in 2026 and all prior taxes and assessments. The title insurance and closing costs shall be split equally between the parties. The sellers reserve the right to reject any and all bids and to negotiate the remaining purchase terms with the successful bidder.
Inquiries: Bid packets may be picked up at the Dell Rapids Law Firm at 301 E. 4th Street, Suite 1, Dell Rapids, South Dakota 57022. You must deliver your preliminary bid to the Dell Rapids Law Firm by 5:00 p.m. on September 12, 2025. Late submissions will not be considered. Please include return address, telephone number and email address. For further information contact Dean A. Hammer, attorney for the Sellers, at 605-428-5444 or by email: dean@dellrapidslaw.com.
Flandreau Veterinary
200 South Veterans St. Flandreau, SD 57028 (605) 997-2721
Dr. Michael Prins & Dr. Charlie Stangohr
*Ultrasound
*Dental prophylaxis
*Digital radiographs
*Large + small animal vaccine
*Haul-in facility
*Portable hydraulic chute with
*Portable double alley tub
*Tilt table for hoof work
PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION
2021 Kawasaki ATV, 2004 Artic Cat ATV, Kayak, Sporting Goods, 2014 Ford Taurus, Carry-On 7x12’ Trailer, JD 3020 Dsl. Tractor, Shop Items & Tools, John Green & Other Collectible Prints, Budweiser Micro Fridge, Household & Misc.
As we have sold our home, we will offer the following items at auction located at 23462 451st St., Madison, SD, or from the Pizza Ranch corner on Hwy. 34 – 3 miles west on Hwy. 34 to 451st St. and 2 miles south.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2025
Sale Time: 10:00 am
2021 Kawasaki, 2004 Artic Cat & 2014 Taurus to be sold at approx. 12:00 Noon
Lunch on Grounds
To view full auction ad & photos, see www.suttonauction.com
MARK & SUE REYNOLDS – Owners PH. 605-270-9394
WAYNE BESSMAN - RE & Pers. Property Auctioneer – Madison, SD – ph. 605-270-4980; CHUCK SUTTON - Auctioneer & Land Broker – Sioux Falls, SD 605-336-6315 & Flandreau, SD 605997-3777; JARED SUTTON, CAI – RE Salesperson & Auctioneer – Flandreau, SD – ph. 605-864-8527; GAGE GULLICKSON – Auctioneer & RE Broker Associate – Flandreau, SD – ph. 605651-3867; Clerk: Sutton Auction Service, LLC
This position is responsible for the day -to-day cleanliness, safety, house and grounds keeping of the Tribal buildings This individual will also take emergency cleanup calls and maintain a daily logbook
HR Clerk
This position is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the Human Resources department. Will assist in monitoring surveillance camera feeds to detect suspicious activities, prevent potential incidents and maintain security when requested for an investigation.
Tribal Administrator
This position is responsible for oversight on tribal management and departments. The Tribal Administrator provides support and guidance to all tribal programs and other contracted and/or grant programs
Assistant Attorney General
This position 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.
Paralegal
This position will assist and provide a range of legal support and administration to the Attorney General’s Office. The position is responsible for drafting legal documents, researching various legal topics , while providing various clerical support to the legal department.
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
1997 MAROON FORD ASPIRE - GOOD - $1000
1997 WHITE FORD ASPIRE - BETTER - $1500 FORD 8N TRACTOR W/LOADER - $ OFFER
ALLIS CHALMERS D-14 - $ OFFER
INTERNATIONAL 7’ SICKLE BAR MOWER 3 SICKLE BARS - $400
THREE PORTABLE GENERATORS
LIKE NEW - PRICED TO SELL - $300 to $900
STARCRAFT SUPER SPORT 16’ ALUMINUM BOAT
( 50 HP Mercury outboard, Tuned up & put away, Good Trailer with electric winch, Depth Finder, Live Well, 2 gas tanks, Quicksilver shifter, Older but in very good condition. Always Garaged - $4500)
FOR MORE INFORMATION
CALL - 605-997-3441 -
CITY OF FLANDREAU • 1005 W. Elm Avenue • Flandreau, SD 57028-1404 COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS September 2nd, 2025
The City Council of the City of Flandreau, South Dakota, met in regular session on Tuesday, September 2nd 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 and Tim Yeaton. Absent: Karen Tufty. Also present were City Administrator Cohl Turnquist; Finance Officer Lori Kneebone; City Attorney Matthew Tysdal and Shane Waterman, with IMEG Engineering. The proposed agenda was reviewed. Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Yeaton to adopt the proposed agenda. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Ekern to approve the minutes of August 18th, 2025. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Ahlers to allow the following claims for the City and to pay them: Payroll, 8/20/25: general, 37,344.18; water, 1,587.20; electric, 7,326.77; sewer, 3,697.52; solid waste, 319.38. (27141) VOID. (27142) VOID. (27143) VOID. (27144) Steve Lesnikowski, utility billing deposit refund, 6.89. (27145) Turtle Island Learning Cir, utility billing deposit refund, 38.44. (27146) Shari Hammer, utility billing deposit refund, 44.10. (27147) utility billing deposit refund, 24.91. (27148) Vinetta Walker, utility billing deposit refund, 6.20. (27149) A-1 Portable Toilets, portable toilet rentals, 660.00; AT & T Mobility, FPD/Ambulance Phones, 1,083.20; Betty Von Eye, Medical Insurance, 185.00; Border States Electric Supply, supplies, 3,287.20; Cenex Fleetcard, FPD gas/oil, 1,247.76; Century Business Products, Kyocera copier lease, 420.88; Cintas, mats/towels/first aid boxes, 800.26; City of Sioux Falls, water testing, 52.74; Cybercoach, Inc. repairs/computer updates, 8,424.97. (27158) VOID. (27159) VOID. (27160) VOID. (27161) Delta Dental of South Dakota, dental insurance, 1,263.10; DGR Engineering, professional fees, 236.00; Dollar General, supplies, 24.20; Eng Services, solid waste contract, 15,604.78; First Savings Bank, FFD loan interest, 1,655.81; FSST, utility taxes, 998.90; GCC Consolidated Ready Mix, Inc., concrete, 379.50; Hawkins, Inc., chlorine, 20.00; Krull’s Garage, repairs, 927.95; MidAmerican Energy, gas, 134.20; Office Peeps, supplies, 99.37; Outkast Construction LLC, water service repair, 3,100.00; Pitney Bowes – Purchase Powers, postage, 350.00; Plunkett’s Pest Control, pest control, 142.40; Principal Life Insurance Company, vision insurance, 144.42; Ramsdell F&M Ltd, herbicide, 652.50; Saina Watertown LLC, travel/conference, 470.00; Sanitation Products, Inc., repairs, 1,327.48; SD Retirement System, retirement, 12,980.28; Shannon & Jean Pulscher, Comm. Center deposit reimbursement, 250.00 Standard Insurance Company, life insurance, 503.41; Syn-Tech Systems, Inc., Fuelmaster Maintenance, 550.00; Tritech Software Systems, annual software/maintenance fees, 22,786.43; Verizon Wireless, phones/iPad/jetpack, 139.43; WESCO Receivables Corp, supplies/transformers, 11,324.10 (27185). August EFT’s: City of Flandreau, city bills, 9,926.22; EFTPS, taxes, 27,552.45; Missouri River Energy Service, energy cost, 225,648.48; Postmaster, postage for utility billing, 487.66; SD State Treas-Sales Tax, 15,937.04; US Dept. of Agriculture, water/sewer payment, 21,487.00. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Visitors to Be Heard: None.
Mayor Dan Sutton expressed thanks to the county commissioners for agreeing to subsidize the city $35,000 for fiscal year 2026, for ambulance operations.
City Administrator Cohl Turnquist reported that city-wide cleanup will take place on Saturday, September 6th and wood items will be collected. The 2025 chip seal project is expected to take place at the end of September on Bridge and Prospect. The City Park Bike Path is closed this week for repairs and is expected to be open by the weekend of September 6th. Water services will be temporarily shut off in the project area on Wednesday, September 3rd from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Bjerke to approve the Administrator’s Reports. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Old Business: The Second Reading of Ordinance 632: Wheeled, Electrically Propelled Devices was held.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Bjerke to approve Ordinance No. 632. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
New Business: Shane Waterman, with IMEG Engineering, stated that crews have been working on water main items on Crescent Street. H&W Contracting has been working on Prairie Street between Park and Elm Ave. Water Service will be temporary disrupted on Wednesday, September 3rd in the project area. Claflin Excavating is working on grading Park and Wind Street and has made good progress on Wind Street. It is expected that curb and gutter work will begin on Park and Wind Street next week. The next public meeting for project updates is September 10th at 12:00 p.m. at the city office.
Motion by Fargen and seconded by Ahlers to approve Change Order No. 1 for special valve installation for $69,200 for the water portion of the utility improvement project. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Ekern to approve ARPA Pay Requests No. 5 for utility improvement project, water: $142,435.70 and sewer: $28,127.12. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Fargen to approve SRF Pay Requests for the utility improvement project. Water No. 18; $7,860 and Sewer No. 5; $38,800. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Yeaton to approve Resolution 2025-09: Final Plat Lots 1 and 2 of Wendell Addition to the City of Flandreau, Moody County, South Dakota. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Fargen and seconded by Ahlers to approve Resolution 2025-10: Final Plat Lots 1 and 2 of R&C Jensen Addition to the City of Flandreau, Moody County, South Dakota. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Ekern to approve workers compensation coverage for the following volunteer firemen: Tim Ullom, Doug Peters, Justin Chamblin, Robert (Bobby) Johanson, Greg Friesen, Don Peters, Adam McClary, Brandon Peters, Colten Plooster, Wade Quick, Chase Amdahl, Max Fargen, Justin Krull, Tim Yeaton, Jackson Kontz, Marv Schoenwetter, Chris Neises, Dawson Blum, Mike Blum, Logan Yost, Emman Bamba, Randy Clements, Holist Sutton, Carl Brakke, Jordan Ensz, Leighton Blum, Josh Weston, Tom Stenger and Dave Feske. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Bjerke to approve the notice to bidders for the airport farmland for the 2026 growing season. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Ahlers to approve the airport land acquisition grant agreement for the acquisition of 54.13 acres of land adjacent to the Flandreau Municipal Airport. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Fargen to approve the special alcoholic beverage license to Bar-X-Bar for an event at the William Janklow Community Center from 5:00 p.m. on 10-4-25 to 1:00 a.m. on 10-5-25. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Yeaton and seconded by Fargen to approve the step increase for Electric Superintendent Tom Bacon, placing him at Step 5, which is $50.19/hourly. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Yeaton to approve the request from Leighton Blum to discharge fireworks on September 20th, between 9:00 and 10:00 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried. Mayor Sutton asked Administrator Turnquist to recognize city staff who recently passed all certification tests for water and waste-water distribution. Chase Amdahl, Tanner Harris and Andy Wede are now officially certified.
Motion by Ahlers and seconded by Ekern to go into Executive Session for a legal matter at 7:06 p.m. The following members voted aye: Ahlers, Bjerke, Ekern, Fargen and Yeaton. Nays: None. Absent: Tufty. Motion carried.
Motion by Bjerke and seconded by Yeaton to come out of Executive Session for a legal matter at 7:19 p.m. The following members voted aye:
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