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PRESIDENT
Amy Leon
City Manager, Yankton
1st VICE PRESIDENT Harry Weller Mayor, Kadoka
2nd VICE PRESIDENT
Carolynn Anderson Finance Offi cer, Wall
TRUSTEES
Fay Bueno Finance Offi cer, Sturgis
Alex Jensen
Councilmember, Sioux Falls
Lance Lehmann Councilmember, Rapid City
Dawn Murphy
Finance Offi cer, Tea
Leland Treichel Mayor, Roscoe
PAST PRESIDENT
Steve Allender
Mayor, Rapid City
DISTRICT CHAIRS
Dist. 1 | Mike Grosek Mayor, Webster
Dist. 2 | Paullyn Carey Finance Director, Huron
Dist. 3 | Derick Wenck Mayor, Harrisburg
Dist. 4 | Chandra Phillips Finance Offi cer, Winner
Dist. 5 | Renae Phinney Board President, Ree Heights
Dist. 6 | Rick Boschee Mayor, Bowdle
Dist. 7 | Gary Weismantel Mayor, Herreid
Dist. 8 | Brittany Smith City Administrator, Philip
Dist. 9 | Laurie Woodward Finance Offi cer, Custer
Dist. 10 | Michelle DeNeui Finance Offi cer, Spearfi sh
Lisa Nold Director of Risk Sharing Services
Lori Butler Director of Finance
Jackie Lopour Accounting Assistant
Chris Hill Director of Municipal Electric Services
Mindy Sargent Offi ce Manager
SD Public Assurance Alliance
Lynn Bren Executive Director
Kristina Peterson Deputy Director
Becky Brunsing Member Services Representative
Jerry Krambeck Member Services Representative
Paytra Nichols Underwriter
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SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES (ISSN 0300-6182, USPS 503-120) is the offi cial publication of the South Dakota Municipal League, published monthly at 208 Island Drive, Ft. Pierre, South Dakota 57532, phone 605-2248654. This institution is an equal opportunity provider, and employer. Periodical postage paid at Pierre, South Dakota, and additional mailing offi ces. Non-member subscriptions are available for $30 annually. The opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of the South Dakota Municipal League. Postmaster: Send address changes to SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES, 208 Island Drive, Ft. Pierre, South Dakota 57532. Please recycle this magazine.
Keeping up to date with all the happenings going on in our communities can be a daunting challenge, especially as we roll into the summer season with numerous events, reunions, and programs taking place in the warm summer sun.
The availability of community information, particularly that of municipal governments, their meeting information, and the services they provide to residents, is critical to building trust in city governments and the public servants that work on their behalf. While many larger communities maintain municipal websites, have local newspapers for information dissemination, and have facilities open regularly for the public to access posted city government information and documents, numerous smaller communities do not have as ready access to a community newspaper or maintain a municipal website.
The South Dakota Municipal League has long supported increasing opportunities for cities to disseminate municipal information through different types of media, be it alternatives to website offerings or news media offerings. The reason for this is very simple, no two communities are the same and increasing opportunities to post and disseminate vital government information allows South Dakota cities to serve their residents using available resources and media outlets.
One such resource is the South Dakota Local Governments Boards and Commissions website
https://boardsandcommissions.sd.gov, a collaboration between the South Dakota Bureau of Information and Technology (SD BIT), the South Dakota Municipal League, the Associated School Boards of South Dakota, and the South Dakota County Commissioners Association. The local governments web portal is maintained by SD BIT in collaboration with the SD Municipal League and is available as a free resource to local governments across the state to post scheduled meetings, materials associated with meetings, and keep an available record of meetings for the public to access at any time. Posting on the website is not a requirement under state law but affords local government entities an opportunity to engage the public and is an easily accessible and supported alternative to those governments that do not maintain their own website.
To get started, create an account at https:// sdlocalgov.appssd.sd.gov/cms/login.aspx. Once it’s approved, you’ll be able to update your profile and begin posting information. The goal is to have all municipalities post, at a minimum, your minutes for all council meetings.
I also want to encourage you to support your local finance officer and human resources staff to attend their respective trainings, held back-to-back the first full week of June. The association boards and SDML staff are working hard to make both of these trainings meaningful and provide critical opportunities for learning to local government public servants.
Please remember, we are always available to you as a resource for your communities and I urge you to contact us if you have municipal issues or questions at 1-800-658-3633 or via email at david@sdmunicipalleague.org. ■
Summer is finally here. We think. I see the telltale signs of warmer weather: dandelions are blooming, parks staff have opened up the comfort stations, street crews are putting up cones and barriers. That all means we made it through legislative session and we can relax right? Right? Not exactly. The next couple of months are busy ones for the South Dakota Municipal League. Many of our affiliate organizations, league staff, and the league board use the summer months to train and prepare for the upcoming year. In some cases we have new laws that will impact how we operate as early as July 1. In June, the Human Resources and Finance Officer schools are both scheduled to take place in in Pierre. The Building Officials training is taking place in Sturgis, and there are two opportunities to participate in budget training.
Affiliate groups are a great resource for new employees in your cities to learn the ropes, and a helpful resource for seasoned city staff to learn the nuances in their respective fields and share information. I make sure my staff knows they can, and I hope they do, participate in those trainings. Sure, it can be a pain back home for a few days when key staff are out town and watermains break and neighbors call upset about thistles in the yard next door, but taking time to train, have some fun, and let off steam with colleagues is good for our organization and our community as whole. Plus, I think it helps my staff to know that the City Commission and I really do want them to have the tools they need to succeed. It’s a worthwhile investment in our human capital.
The SDML Board of Directors is meeting June 14 in Yankton for its quarterly meeting. Please consider reaching out to league staff or myself if you have items you would like to bring to the board for consideration regarding next year’s legislative session. In addition, if you have feedback for the board relating to the upcoming annual conference or with league operations in general, contacting
a board member in advance will give us the opportunity to discuss your ideas and suggestions. You can find us all on the league’s website.
Many of you have elections in June, and you will likely have new elected officials; some of whom probably have not been in public office before. It is easy for them to feel immediately overwhelmed and like they are drinking from a firehouse with everything they are getting thrown at them. The League offers first time Elected Officials Training in Pierre every year at the end of July. This day is a crashcourse on the fundamentals of municipal government.
Your freshman mayors and council members will learn some valuable, practical skills like the basics of Robert’s Rules of Order and parliamentary procedure. They also will get valuable insights into the laws governing open meetings and the guidelines associated with closed (executive) sessions.
Having sent my elected officials in the past, I know how beneficial it is for these newly elected folks to build positive relationships. Attending provides newly elected officials with an instant network of peers throughout the state who understand the dynamics of serving the public including how rewarding and challenging it can be. If your city cannot send a representative, make sure you provide the elected officials handbook produced by the League to all of your elected officials. It is a good reference and reminder for city staff too.
For those of us on policy committees, put August 16 and 17 on your calendar. Before we know it, we will be reviewing policies! Have a great summer! ■
The month of July is right around the corner, which means a new state fi scal year begins. July 1 also marks the effective date of new legislation passed during the 2023 Legislative Session in Pierre and we want to take a moment to highlight law changes that affect municipal processes, procedures, and operations considerations for municipal leaders and public servants.
House Bill 1060 increases the spending threshold for procurement of supplies from $25,000 to $50,000 before having to advertising for bids. In addition to the increase of the threshold for supplies,
we also added utility infrastructure to the public improvement language of the bid law, so when a utility is procuring infrastructure, such as electrical transformers, the limit before the bid process takes place has been raised to $100,000. With supply chain shortages and delays in purchasing infrastructure experienced due to the COVID pandemic, it is very important for municipal utility departments to be able to procure those needs in a timely manner for future development.
House Bill 1176 establishes a new category of on-sale licenses for
municipal owned facilities including event centers, arenas, theatres, stadiums, golf courses, etc. On-sale licenses issued under this new law will not have a fee and do not count against the number of on-sale licenses available within the municipality.
Senate Bill 88 clarifies reporting requirements for taxi cab services to report rates and operations plans within municipalities to the city. This bill removes the municipality’s responsibility to approve rates for taxi cab services.
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Senate Bill 162 provides clarity to current law and the practice of placing time limits on public comments during public meetings. SB 162 allows governmental bodies to place a time limit on the public comment period afforded during a public meeting.
House Bill 1007 revises provisions concerning the profession of emergency medical service personnel and reclassified paramedics as Class B personnel within the South Dakota Retirement System affording an accelerated retirement timeline.
Senate Bill 41 clarifies confusion in law that authorized expenditure of the 2022 Housing Infrastructure bill that created a $200 million program to provide grant and loan funding in support of housing infrastructure throughout South Dakota. Particulars about the new program and law include: 30% of the funding is eligible for spending in Rapid City and Sioux Falls, and 70% of the funds must be spent outside of communities over 50,000 population. The South Dakota Housing Development Authority (SDHDA) has been charged with administering the Housing Infrastructure Fund. $100 million is put in a new revolving loan fund creating a perpetual source of housing infrastructure funding, $100 million is to be used as grant funding of which $50 million is state ARPA funds. The SDHDA is working through the HIIF administrative rule making process and program allocation plan finalization process. Public hearings and meetings were held in May with more scheduled for June.
Senate Bill 1 adds AIDS, HIV, ALS, MS, cancer, Crohn’s disease, epilepsy, seizures, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder as debilitating medical conditions eligible for medical marijuana prescriptive use.
House Bill 1239 and Senate Bill 174 ban state and local governments from placing outright bans on natural gas, fuel oil, and propane utilities as well as prohibit outright bans on propane and natural gas appliances like stoves. These bills were brought in response to national headlines highlighting cities in Oregon, California, and New York placing bans on fuel gas utilities and fuel gas appliances. Nothing in SB 174 or HB 1239 prevents municipalities from enacting planning and zoning ordinances, building code ordinances, or fire codes with consideration of fuel gas utilities or appliances so long as blanket prohibitions are not created. ■
Jackie Lopour, Pierre, joined the South Dakota Municipal League (SDML) last month as the accounting assistant.
Lopour’s background includes nearly 10 years as an area supervisor for Casey General Stores where she supervised 14 stores and was responsible for payroll, daily bookkeeping, and audits. She most recently served as the utility billing technician for the City of Pierre.
Lopour has spent the majority of her life in South Dakota. She has four children – two sons and a daughter in Pierre and a son in Sioux Falls. She has seven grandchildren with one more on the way. She enjoys watching her grandkids play sports and spending time with them, as well as hanging out on the water.
“I am looking forward to getting more familiar with all the cities in South Dakota and excited to be part of this team,” she said.
As the accounting assistant, Lopour is responsible for the routine accounting work for the Municipal League and its 10 affiliate groups. She also assists with accounts receivable for the SD Public Assurance Alliance and SDML Worker’s Compensation Fund. She works with the director of finance to ensure a smooth functioning finance department.
Lopour fills the position previously held by Carla McGregor, who retired May 15. ■
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PIERRE, S.D. – Two South Dakota locations have made Midwest Living magazine’s third annual “Best of the Midwest” list.
Badlands National Park was named “Best National Park,” and Hotel Alex Johnson in Rapid City was named “Best Historic Hotel.”
Midwest Living magazine releases a special “Best of the Midwest” travel issue to celebrate the places that make the Midwest region so rich, promoting the locations and awards online and on their social media platforms.
“Badlands National Park and the Hotel Alex Johnson are beloved by South Dakotans and visitors alike, and it is an honor for them to be recognized by the well-known and respected Midwest Living magazine in this capacity,” said James Hagen, Secretary of Travel South Dakota.
Midwest Living magazine is a women's lifestyle, cooking, and home magazine which features recipes, DIY projects, and Midwest travel inspiration.
For more information and to see all award winners, visit MidwestLiving.com.
The South Dakota Department of Tourism is comprised of Travel South Dakota and the South Dakota Arts Council. The Department is led by Secretary James D. Hagen. ■
June 21, Pierre Ramkota Hotel June 28, Sioux Falls Ramkota Hotel
Municipal Budget Training: Dollars and Sense
Registration: 9:30 a.m.
Training: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., lunch provided
Presenter: Rod Fortin, Director of Local Government Assistance, Department of Legislative Audit
Budget and Appropriations
• Who is responsible?
• Why is it important?
Budget Resources
• Where can I fi nd help?
Budget Timeline
• When do I have to start and fi nish?
Budget vs. Cash
• What is the difference?
Budget Preparation
• Details Adoption of Appropriation Ordinance
• Reading, Passage and Publication
Budget Execution
• Set-up in Accounting System
• Maximum Authorization to Spend
• Monitoring
• Increasing
• Year-end
Future Budgets
• Indicators
• Flow
• Reserves
Registration Fee: $30/person Register by June 7
Tentative agenda. All times Central time.
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Nominations are now open for the prestigious Excellence in Municipal Government Award, which recognizes a public servant who has made significant contributions to their municipality and community.
“The important work done by local offi cials in our communities has the power to impact South Dakota families every day,” said Amy Leon, South Dakota Municipal League (SDML) President. “This award allows us to
celebrate the valuable contributions made by residents serving their communities; those who have shown exceptional dedication to improving public services. Public service is not just what they do – it’s who they are.”
The award will be presented Oct. 5 at the SDML annual conference in Rapid City during the Excellence in South Dakota Municipal Government Award Luncheon.
This year the award will recognize an elected official. The recipient qualifi cations alternate each year, with municipal employees eligible in even years.
Nominations must be submitted online at www.sdmunicipalleague. org/excellence by Aug. 15. Recipients are selected by the SDML's Past Presidents Committee from submitted nominations.
The excellence award has been presented since 1993. Last year’s recipient was Greg Powell, long-time and recently retired city engineer for the City of Chamberlain. ■
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PIERRE, S.D. – Letters of intent are now being accepted for the Transportation Alternatives (TA) program through the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT).
Transportation Alternatives (TA) is a program that uses federal transportation funds, designated by Congress, for specifi c activities that enhance the inter-modal transportation system and provide safe alternative transportation options. TA encompasses a variety of smaller-scale non-motorized transportation projects such as pedestrian and bicycle facilities, recreational trails, safe routes to school projects, community improvements such as historic preservation and vegetation management, and environmental mitigation related to storm water and habitat connectivity.
Approximately $8 million is available in fi scal year 2024 through a competitive project selection process administered by the SDDOT Offi ce of Project Development. Funds may be limited by the SDDOT to $600,000 per project dependent upon the number and cost of approved projects. The minimum SDDOT funding amount for infrastructure projects is $50,000. There is no minimum funding amount for non-infrastructure projects.
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There is a minimum local sponsor match requirement of 18.05% for both infrastructure and non-infrastructure project proposals.
A full description of the TA program is available online on the SDDOT Transportation Alternatives webpage at https://dot.sd.gov/programs-services/programs/ transportation-alternatives.
The submittal of a letter of intent form, found on the webpage, is a mandatory requirement to be eligible to submit a full application for funding. The deadline to submit the letter of intent form is July 17, 2023. This will be the only call for letters of intent for the TA program for fi scal year 2024.
Requests for additional TA program information, site visits, or to schedule a meeting to discuss a potential project should be directed to Logan Gran, Active Transportation Engineer, at 605‐773‐4912 or by email at Logan.Gran@state.sd.us.
Following the receipt of the letter of intent, an on‐site meeting with project sponsors will be scheduled in early August. The complete TA program application deadline is Oct. 2, 2023. ■
PIERRE, S.D. – Governor Kristi Noem and the Governor’s Offi ce of Economic Development announced the latest ConnectSD broadband grants. These awards will make quality, high-speed internet available to underserved households in South Dakota.
Over $32 million in grants were awarded for 13 projects from 9 applicants. These projects will leverage private matching dollars for a total investment of over $47 million in broadband infrastructure statewide, connecting 3,137 households, farms, and businesses.
The following is a list of the awardees and location:
• Venture Vison – Stanley County, Rural Ft. Pierre, North West Lower Brule Reservation, $8,681,523;
• Golden West Telecommunications Cooperative, Inc. – South East of Leserville, Rural Utica, $1,768,976;
• Golden West Telecommunications Cooperative, Inc. – Rapid Valley, West New Underwood, Caputa, $5,216,655;
• Leap Communications, LLC – Rural South of Lennox, $440,000;
• Leap Communications, LLC – Rural Irene, Mayfield, $3,533,900;
• Long Lines Broadband (dba, Jefferson Telephone Company, LLC) – Rural Elk Point (Going North East & West of I-29), $1,219,176;
• Alliance Communications Cooperative, Inc. – Rural Beresford, Union Groves St. Pk, Nora SD (East & West of I-29), $5,148,021;
• Hanson Communications Inc (dba, Mt. Rushmore Telephone Company) – Keystone-Hermosa Areas, $954,663;
• Midco (Midcontinent Communications) – Ashland Heights, Sheridan Lake RD, Peaceful Pines, Ridgeview, Blackhawk, $2,675,151;
• Midco (Midcontinent Communications) – Rural area west of the City of Yankton, $530,461;
• SDN Communications – SF Public Safety Building/State Radio Location, $34,320;
• Gallatin Wireless Internet LLC (dba, Celerity Internet) – South East of Spearfi sh, Eagle Ridge, Eagle Crest (South of I-90), $725,643; and,
• Gallatin Wireless Internet LLC (dba, Celerity Internet) – North of Rapid City, Haines Ave, East of Piedmont, South from Elk Creek Rd, $1,533,288. ■
The South Dakota Police Chiefs’ and South Dakota Sheriffs’ Association presented several awards to recognize heroism and support at the joint spring training held in Deadwood on April 11-13.
Seth Bonnema, City of Brookings Police Department Officer Seth Bonnema with the Brookings Police Department was selected as South Dakota Officer of the Year.
Officer Bonnema received the award in recognition of his exceptional achievements in traffic safety, DUI arrests, drug control, and drug prevention, as well as his reliability and mentorship to the Brookings Police Department.
One of his most recent achievements took place on Sept. 25, 2022, during a traffic stop just off of I-29 in Brookings. With the assistance of his K-9 partner Gina, they were able to confiscate 32 pounds of methamphetamine and 1 pound of fentanyl.
Officer Bonnema is a tremendous asset to the community of Brookings and the State of South Dakota in his pursuit to remove illegal narcotics from our state and communities.
Travis Asmus, City of Brookings Police Department Officer Travis Asmus with the Brookings Police Department received the Chief John Wainman, Sr. Service Award.
This award is given by the SD Police Chiefs Association and recognizes contributions that exceed the high standards and contributions normally made by members of the South Dakota Police Chiefs' Association.
Officer Asmus embodies those qualities – he is always working on a program which he either inherited or started himself within his community. His involvement the Citizens First Responder Academy, Drug Court, National Night Out, as well as other community policing activities, earned him this prestigious award.
The Citizens Police Academy is a 12-week program that helps community members and law enforcement build trust within their community by offering a new perspective they might not otherwise have seen.
The Brookings County Drug Court program helps foster relationships with offenders, judges, attorneys, and court officers. The program is very intensive - not just for the participants - but also for support personnel as well. Officers Asmus often goes to the meetings with very little sleep or missing out on time with his family so he can ensure the program continues to be a success.
The widely attended National Night Out Program gives first responders throughout the Brookings area an opportunity to interact and enjoy time with the public in a non-enforcement situation.
Officer Asmus not only works hard on community policing but also excels in his patrol duties. His commitment to fostering community partnerships and relationships, as well as enforcing the law, earned him the award.
Brown County Deputy Kasey Kurtz was awarded the Medal of Honor by the South Dakota Sheriff’s Association and the South Dakota’s Police Chief’s Association.
The Medal of Honor is awarded to law enforcement officers who willingly distinguish themselves through an act of courage, involving a risk of imminent serious injury or death, for the purpose of saving or protecting a human life.
On July 22nd, 2022, Deputy Kurtz was dispatched to a call for service involving a juvenile who had accidentally fallen into a river and the current pulled her downstream. She could
Officer of the Year Recipient Brookings Police Officer Seth Bonnema with Police Chief Michael Drake Chief John Wainman Sr. Service Award Recipient Brookings Police Officer Travis Asmus and Police Chief Michael Drakenot swim and the only thing keeping her from drowning was holding onto a large branch that was submerged in the water. Upon arriving on scene, Deputy Kurtz did not hesitate to immediately jump into the river and swim out to the juvenile. He gave her his own life jacket and swam her back to shore.
Due to his swift and selfl ess response, the juvenile survived the drowning incident unharmed. Deputy Kurtz is an outstanding deputy who characterizes the value of service before self.
County Fair Foods, Watertown
The Citizens Award of Merit award was given to County Fair Foods of Watertown to recognize their longstanding partnership with the Watertown Police Department.
Citizens Award of Merit Recipients Lacey and Chris Gamber of County Fair Foods (second and third from left) with Watertown Police Chief Tim Toomey (far left) and Assistant Chief Ryan Remmers (far right)
Chris and Laycee Gamber accepted the award on behalf of County Fair Foods.
Last summer the grocery store unveiled a new communitybased program called "To Protect and Serve Ice Cream," which involved Watertown Police Department offi cers giving free ice cream treats to children at community gatherings. The program was a huge success, with offi cers giving away as many as 400 treats at about a dozen events held last summer. County Fair Foods provided the ice cream treats at no cost for the fi rst event, and then at a very reduced cost for the numerous additional events. However, the sheer quantity of ice cream treats needed for each event meant that acquiring and storing the ice cream was logistically challenging. The staff at County Fair Foods stepped up and ensured the offi cers always had enough ice cream treats available, and they kept the treats in their freezer until they were needed. County Fair Foods and its staff have been a great partner to the Watertown Police Department in many ways over the years. In 2022, they truly went above and beyond to ensure that smiles were put on the faces of many children in their community. ■
JUNE LONG NIGHTLY MOUNT RUSHMORE EVENING LIGHTING CEREMONY, Keystone NIGHTLY LEGENDS IN LIGHT® LASER LIGHT SHOW, Crazy Horse
FRIDAYS
FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS, Rapid City
SATURDAYS
BLACK HILLS FARMERS MARKET, Rapid City
SATURDAYS FALLS PARK FARMERS MARKET, Sioux Falls
JUNE 1-4
WHEEL JAM, Huron
JUNE 2-3
SOUTH DAKOTA BBQ CHAMPIONSHIPS, Huron
JUNE 2-3
DEADWOOD MOTO ALL-IN FREESTYLE MOTOCROSS SHOW, Deadwood
BIKE RACE
LaFramboise Island Nature Area, Pierre
KIDS' CARNIVAL, Rapid City
SPRING VOLKSMARCH, Crazy Horse
JUNE 3-4
SIOUXLAND RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL, Sioux Falls
JUNE 3-4
DEADWOOD MICKELSON TRAIL MARATHON, Deadwood
JUNE 4-9
RIDE ACROSS SOUTH DAKOTA (RASDAK), Rapid City
07 08 09 10
JUNE 7-8
PRAIRIE REPERTORY THEATRE SUMMER SEASON, Brookings
JUNE 8-10
BLACK HILLS QUILT SHOW & SALE, Rapid City
NORTHERN BULL RIDING TOUR, Madison
JUNE 9-10
DEADWOOD PBR, Deadwood
JUNE 9-11
CUSTER OFF-ROAD RALLY, Custer
JUNE 9-AUG 12
BLACK HILLS PLAYHOUSE SUMMER SEASON, Custer
THE BIG MICK, Deadwood
NATIONAL GET OUTDOORS DAY, Statewide State Parks
PINE ISLAND GRAVEL ODYSSEY, Spearfish
MOUNT RUSHMORE RODEO AT PALMER GULCH, Hill City
FLUTTERFEST, Sioux Falls
11 13 15 16
YANKTON RIBFEST, Yankton
JUNE 10-11
BLACK HILLS
RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL, Lead
JUNE 10-11
ARCHEOLOGY
AWARENESS WEEKEND, Mitchell
1880 TRAIN OLD WEST SHOOTOUT, Hill City
ANGELS WITH A DREAM CAR SHOW, Sioux Falls
JUNE 13-15
SUMMER TRAIL TREK Mickelson Trail, Lead
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES, Aberdeen
JUNE 16-17
CZECH DAYS, Tabor
JUNE 16-17
OAHE DAYS ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL, Pierre
JUNE 16-17
WILD BILL DAYS, Deadwood
JUNE 16-18
GIFT FROM MOTHER EARTH ART SHOW, Crazy Horse
MOUNT RUSHMORE RODEO AT PALMER GULCH, Hill City
WILD DEADWOOD READS, Deadwood
JUNE 17-18
17 22 23
ARTS IN THE PARK, Aberdeen
JUNE 17-18
FINE ARTS IN THE HILLS, Hill City
1880 TRAIN OLD WEST SHOOTOUT, Hill City
MAKE MUSIC BLACK HILLS, Rapid City
JUNE 21-24
CRYSTAL SPRINGS RODEO, Clear Lake
JUNE 22-24
BUFFALO STAMPEDE RODEO, Kadoka
JUNE 22-25
CAMARO RALLY, Sturgis
MIDSOMMAR AT DALESBURG, Vermillion
JUNE 23-24
BUCKHORN RODEO, Britton
JUNE 23-25
MAIN STREET ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL, Hot Springs
JUNE 23-25
DUPREE PIONEER DAYS, Dupree
JUNE 23-25
BLACK HILLS BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, Sturgis
JUNE 23-25
QUARRY DAYS, Dell Rapids
JUNE 23-25
PIONEER DAYS, Dupree
605 SUMMER CLASSIC BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL, Sioux Falls
TOUR DE OAHE, Fort Pierre FALLS ART MARKET, Sioux Falls
ZIPPITY ZOO DAY, Sioux Falls
JUNE 24-25
PRAIRIE VILLAGE RAILROAD DAYS, Madison
1880 TRAIN OLD WEST SHOOTOUT, Hill City
JUNE 30-JULY 4
BLACK HILLS ROUNDUP, Belle Fourche
Fort Pierre has a lot going on! I have been in Fort Pierre several times. I’ve driven through, stayed at the hotels, and I even called it home for three legislative sessions, but I am ashamed to say that I have never really explored the town.
Although the South Dakota Municipal League offices are in Fort Pierre, I actually live and work in Plankinton which is one of the 35 municipal electric communities, so I do not spend a lot of time in Fort Pierre. Last week, I was able to visit with Terry Schroer, Electrical Superintendent, and Rick Hahn, Director of Public Works. I always knew that the City of Fort Pierre seemed like it had a lot going on, but the current and future projects continue to make it a great place to visit or call home.
Currently, the electric department is working on overhead-to-underground conversions and have completed approximately 95% of those conversions with some still needing to be fi nished on the edges of town. They have drive-by automatic meter reading and have around 1,200 electric meters. They are also working on converting to LED streetlights, changing them out as needed and putting LEDs in any new developments.
The city also has a six-megawatt emergency generation plant that was commissioned in 2004 and was used during winter storm Uri for about 72 hours. They also run it one hour each quarter or if they must perform maintenance on a line or if Southwest Power Pool or Western Area Power Administration requests added load or load shedding. The electrical department is working on an electrical study and on updating their switches. The department is also responsible for power to the lagoon aerator as well as the nine lift stations to pump the wastewater to the lagoon.
The city has several other projects taking place, including a water storage
tank that is currently in the design phase and will be going to bid this fall. They are also looking at a possible city shop expansion and upgrading their supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system for water and sewer.
With the new bridge over the Missouri River being constructed, the city has plans for a nearby plaza on the Fort Pierre side of the river. It will include a fi shing pier, two overlooks on the bridge, a recreation trail that spans the bridge and a nature trail that extends west to east along Hustan Avenue. The nature trail, named the Tatanka Trail, will feature historical and educational information for users. A pedestrian bridge will go over the opening at Riverwalk Landing
Marina to keep the recreation trail continuous along the river and tie into the Tatanka Trail.
Fort Pierre has even more planned. They’ll soon see privately funded renovations to the Holiday Inn Express, a potential new dual brand hotel going up, and - already under constructiona senior living center with 19 independent living apartments, 20 assisted living apartments, and 13 memory care rooms for a total of 52 housing units. Phase 2 of this project is construction of an apartment building with approximately 36 apartments that will have 60 beds and include independent living, assisted living, and a memory care unit. Phase 2 of the senior living center will include apartments.
The Verendrye Museum was upgraded a couple of years ago and there are two other museums in town including the Fort Pierre Depot Museum as well as the Casey Tibbs Rodeo Center Museum. There is a fish cleaning station going in by the 5th Avenue boat ramp that will be a year-round heated and cooled station.
With all of the current business, new development, and entertainment, it is easy to see why their HOMETOWN is great! ■
June
HUMAN RESOURCE SCHOOL, Pierre
FINANCE OFFICERS' SCHOOL, Pierre
BUILDING OFFICIALS' SUMMER TRAINING, Sturgis
ELECTRIC GOLF TOURNAMENT, Madison
SDML BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, Yankton
BUDGET TRAINING, Pierre
ATTORNEYS' JOINT LUNCHEON AND MEETING, Sioux Falls
Swimming pools should be tested for coliform bacteria during each week of operation. All pool samples should be tested for total coliform, which is an indicator bacteria for drinking water and pools.
Total Coliform Negative means that no coliform bacteria were found and the water is safe.
Total Coliform Positive means that coliform bacteria were found.
Two or more consecutive positive samples indicates a general trend of bacteria presence in the pool. Corrective measures should be taken, such as super-chlorination, to prevent a health related incident caused by poor water quality.
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More than 40 municipal offi cials representing 7 cities gathered at the South Dakota Municipal League’s (SDML) annual District 6 Meeting, held in Hecla on May 16.
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“We had a rough go with district meetings this year,” said SDML Executive Director David Riess, “but I can’t think of a better way to end district meeting season than here in Hecla with this friendly group.”
The District 6 was originally scheduled for March 21, but had to be rescheduled due to winter weather prohibiting travel on that date. Riess commended the City of Helca staff for being able to regroup and host on an alternate date, “especially since it ended up being nearly two months later,” he said.
The meeting also saw the election of representatives for the district. Rick Boschee, Mayor of Bowdle, was re-elected as District 6 Chair and Brian Bahr, Councilmember from Groton, was elected as Vice Chair. As the district chair, Boschee will act as a contact for and represent their district as a member of the SDML Board of Directors. Duties began immediately. In other business, those attending voted to hold the 2024 District 6 Meeting in Groton. The dates and locations for all of the 2024 district meetings are expected to be approved at the June 14 SDML Board of Directors Meeting in Yankton. ■
It’s that time of year when wildland fires are common throughout the western United States. This is an update and bulletin that we issue each year to educate fire departments on changes relating to workers’ compensation coverage for South Dakota fire departments that are dispatched due to a Federal or Interstate Compact request for assistance with “Out of State” wildland fires. Because we have several new fire departments that have joined the SDML Workers’ Compensation Fund since this bulletin was first issued, we want to take this opportunity to help your fire department understand how workers’ compensation coverage is handled for these “Out of State” wildland fire suppression requests.
Workers’ Compensation coverage is not provided to South Dakota firefighters by the State of South Dakota, Federal Agencies, or member agencies of the Great Plains Interstate Forest Fire Compact when they are dispatched to an “Out of State” wildland fire. In addition, the fire suppression agreement requires a Certificate of Work Comp Coverage that includes coverage outside of the State of South Dakota.
The SDML Workers’ Compensation Fund will provide workers’ compensation coverage to your firefighters that are certified to work these “Out of State” wildland fires should you and your fire department choose to be available for dispatch to an Interstate Compact or Federal request. We will also provide the required Work Comp Certificate of Coverage.
If you decide to respond to an Interstate Compact or Federal request, you must notify the SDML Workers’ Compensation Fund Administrator when the fire department is dispatched. Please include how many firefighters are dispatched, the number of days expected to be dispatched and the location of the out-of-state fire. The amount paid to the firefighters by the fire department for their labor is compensation (payroll) as a paid wildland firefighter. The amount of compensation will be included on your payroll audit at the end of the year as Class Code 7705: Wildland Fires – Out of State. The 2023 rate for “Out of State” wildland firefighters is $16.46 per $100 of payroll (compensation). In January, we will contact the fire departments
that have been dispatched to collect the payroll amount. The additional contribution for the “Out of State” wildland fire work comp coverage will be calculated and charged at the completion of the 2023 payroll audit. For example, if you pay your firefighters $10,000 for responding to “Out of State” wildland fires during 2023, the additional cost for workers’ compensation coverage will be $1,646 and an invoice for this additional contribution will be mailed during the first quarter of 2024. Remember, this only applies to “Out of State” wildland fire requests.
“In State” wildland fires remain the same as always. The State of South Dakota provides the workers’ compensation coverage for South Dakota firefighters who are dispatched to an “In State” wildland fire pursuant to SDCL 62-1-5.2.
We suggest that if you and your fire department will be participating with the Federal or Interstate Compact request that it be authorized within your Council/ Commission/District meeting minutes. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our office. ■
“It’s the hardest property market we’ve seen in a generation.” Oof. That is not what I wanted to hear as I start my new position with the SDPAA. Hard property market means that carriers are taking a hard look at what their customers have for property values, how they are writing property coverage and how to price it. Each year at renewal, we ask our Members to review their property schedules and check for a few things:
1. Do you still own all the items on your schedules?
2. Is the value associated with the items still appropriate?
3. Are you comfortable with the associated valuation (replacement cost vs actual cash value)?
4. Do you have any items to add to your schedule?
A major part of any property program is the real property section. This would be your buildings and their fi xtures. Your structure’s value should be reviewed each year to ensure that you are comfortable that the building could be rebuilt for the value that you have associated with the property. For those readers who are not Members of the SDPAA, it is especially important for you to review your property values and then determine if you have values which are within the parameters of any applicable co-insurance clause that your carrier may associate with any or all your locations. The SDPAA does not have a co-insurance clause. It is very important to remember that your property value takes into consideration those specialty equipment items that are attached to or are a part of your structure. Waste and water treatment plants, lift stations, bath houses, pump houses, and locations with coolers will have an increased value beyond that of the basic structure due to those specialty fi xtures.
Next, with each location you have on your property schedule, you should review and consider if the location has contents that need to be covered. Most carriers will not afford coverage for contents if none is associated with the scheduled location. Contents are described as smaller pieces of property, which typically do not leave the property. An example we give to our Members is, if you pick up this building and shake it, and it falls out, then it is likely contents, with a few exceptions of course! In your City Hall or Administration building, anything that isn’t bolted our mounted permanently to the structure would be considered contents, unless it is a larger piece of equipment, such as a vehicle, mower, or equipment accessory. We’ll cover those in a bit. As I look around my offi ce, my contents include my computer desk, printer, monitors, all the consumables I use to conduct day to day operations etc. Things that are not contents would be the sign that is fi xed to the front of a building, or a special pump or cooler that is
part of the structure or foundation (those lift station pumps are mounted to, or a part of the foundation, and their control panels are mounted to the walls). Those items need to have their values associated with the structure value.
If you have small tools and electronic equipment that travel around from location to location, you will want to consider scheduling those on a mobile equipment schedule. Generally we recommend to our Members that for electronic data processing (EDP) equipment (laptops, computers, voting machines and the like) that you schedule those on an EDP hardware schedule. This offers coverage for those items wherever they are and offers some upgraded coverage as well. For items such as mowers and their accessories,
tractors, graders, drills, portable radios, bunker gear, etc - we would recommend that these items be scheduled on a mobile equipment schedule. The values associated with each of these items should be reflective of the type of coverage associated. If you have coverage at replacement cost, then you certainly want the limit to reflect what the replacement cost of that item would be with like kind and quality products.
Vehicles and large machinery each have their place on your property schedules. Vehicles for the SDPAA would constitute any motorized vehicle which carries a passenger and is licensed for road use. That means that typical motorized vehicles such as pickups, cars, buses, dump trucks, ambulances, and fire trucks are all easy to identify vehicles. The SDPAA also will cover your trailers on the vehicle schedule. You should double check that the vehicles on your schedule are the ones you own, and that
you intend to cover for Auto Physical Damage (comprehensive and collision) coverage. Commercial carriers will also require you to list any vehicle that you intend to cover for liability only. For those larger pieces of equipment and ATV/UTVs, those items should be listed on your mobile equipment schedule with the SDPAA. Again, ensuring that the values associated with each piece of equipment is appropriate is important in the event of a claim, as the limit associated with that piece of equipment is the most that would be paid in a loss.
I hope this article has given you some insight into how to review your property schedules for your upcoming renewal. Of course we encourage you to reach out with any questions that you may have regarding property values, how to classify property, or if you have any changes to make to your current SDPAA coverage! Visit our website at www. sdpaaonline.org! ■
The South Dakota Airport Managers Association (SDAMA) serves as a crucial advocate for South Dakota airports. There are many challenges that we all face, including staffing shortages, increasing operating expenses, evolving regulations, and insufficient funding. It's essential to recognize that we are all in this together, and collectively addressing the issues can bring impactful improvements.
During the 2023 South Dakota Legislative session, two bills seeking $35 million total in general fund dollars were introduced. SB 148 was an act to make an appropriation to provide support for an airline terminal infrastructure expansion project at the Rapid City Regional Airport, and SB 158 was an act to make an appropriation to provide funding for major infrastructure projects to support all South Dakota
airports. Despite support from multiple major community entities, airports, SDAMA, and the South Dakota Municipal League, both bills failed to pass through the legislature.
As the president of SDAMA, I would like to extend my gratitude to all supporters of the bills and emphasize the need to continue our efforts in securing additional funding. During the previous legislative session, I testified to several committees, and although the bills did not pass, we gained the attention of our legislators and the governor's cabinet. Through our testimony, we provided valuable education on the significance of South Dakota airports to our communities and the state as a whole. Legislators acknowledged the importance of our efforts and expressed interest in further education from their district airport representation.
Furthermore, we addressed the airport funding gaps, including the inability to fund local matches for federal projects, insufficient funding for nonfederal projects, and the infrastructure needs that are unfunded or not on the funding radar. The SD Department of Transportation is collaborating with the Aeronautics Commission to create a working group to review airport funding. It is important to start talking to your legislators now about the needs of your airport prior to the next legislative session.
If you are not an SDAMA member, I encourage you to visit www.sdmunicipalleague.org/ airportmanagement or reach out to me at chris.deitz@rcgov.org or any board member to learn more. We welcome your airport's membership in SDAMA and the opportunity to have a unified voice for South Dakota airports. ■
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Located in Southeastern South Dakota, Viborg was founded by Danish immigrants and was first established as a village in 1893. Our Danish heritage has been kept alive and well and has been celebrated throughout the years since. This is evident by the Danish flags, nisse men, and Velkommen signs that you will see as you drive through the streets of our town.
Danish Days is an annual celebration of that heritage and has a long history dating back to Viborg’s earliest days. Our modern-day celebration includes Danish food, live music, a parade, ball tournaments, kid’s carnival, and of course the beer and food tent that is the center of the weekend’s activities. Danish Days is held the third weekend of July and the townsfolk of Viborg are more than happy to welcome all to come and “Be a Dane for a Day.”
Viborg’s Daneville Heritage Museum also preserves Viborg’s proud Danish heritage. Dig into the rich history of Viborg at the Museum Library, with its many submitted family histories and photos, complete sets of the Viborg Enterprise newspaper from 1958 to today, and centennial books from Viborg and the surrounding communities. The museum also features the Daneville Township District #46 schoolhouse that gives visitors a glance into the school
days of the past. You can spend hours looking through the exhibits, including the Denmark Collection, the Veteran’s exhibit displaying uniforms and medals from Viborg’s veterans, the chapel with its religious artifacts, pioneer household furniture and appliances, and so much more. On special occasions the museum even has live music on its 18th century German-built pipe organ, an experience you’re not soon to forget.
The gem of Viborg’s Main Street is our historic Lund Theatre. The theater went through several name changes and locations throughout the years but has
been a part of Viborg since the early days of moving pictures. The current theater is the oldest continuous running theater in South Dakota. It was built in 1915 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 1928 it was sold to a young Danish immigrant, Eskild Lund, who changed the name to the Lund Theatre in 1950 and it has kept the name ever since. In 2013, when the theater was in danger of closing its doors due to the high cost of changing over to a digital projector, the town and surrounding communities rallied and raised the funds needed to purchase the theater and make the changes that were needed to keep it running. It is now run by volunteers and managed by a board of directors, and business is better than ever. Movies are shown on weekends and Wednesday nights. It is not uncommon to see Viborg’s Main Street packed full of cars on movie nights, with moviegoers traveling from all over the area to take in a film at our very reasonably priced theater.
Just a few miles north of Viborg, you can experience the beauty of Swan Lake. Whether it’s fishing, boating, water skiing, or just relaxing by the shoreline, there is something for everyone. We highly recommend watching the sunset over the lake at the end of a busy day. ■
HISTORIC LUND THEATER DANISH DAYSPMA, a premier full-service provider of financial and advisory services to local governments, along with the South Dakota Public Funds Investment Trust (SD FIT), achieved a significant milestone by reaching an all-time high of $542 million in assets in SD FIT and its Fixed Rate Investment Program as of May 16, 2023.
SD FIT is a cash management and complete financial management resource available to South Dakota local governments. It is the only investment program exclusively managed for local governments in South Dakota. In addition to the high mark in assets, SD FIT has also grown to 232 Participants.
Kent Johnson, PMA Senior Vice President, said "We are thrilled to have the support of so many local governments
and are energized that we are continuing to serve municipalities, special districts, counties, and schools across South Dakota.”
“With the guidance and oversight of the SD FIT Board of Trustees, our services continually evolve to best meet the needs of South Dakota public entities,” added Emilie Miller, Director of Marketing and Communications, South Dakota Municipal League. “We are proud of the work our team is doing and we are incredibly grateful to our clients for their confidence in us.”
Following the Federal Reserve’s decision to raise interest rates on May 3, SD FIT’s Government Cash Reserve (GCR) daily rate was 4.66% as of May 15. PMA reports that it has been over 15 years since daily rates have reached this level.
“As always, SD FIT is available to help you maximize interest earnings,” said Johnson. “With uncertainty around future interest rates, it could also be prudent to utilize SD FIT’s Fixed Rate Investment (FRI) Program to lock in an interest rate for a specific period. As you’re able to ladder your investments, we’d be glad to provide rates for 6-, 9-, or 12-months and beyond.”
Effective Local Government Investment Pool (LGIP) programs, like SD FIT, offer communities multi-faceted financial services which provide high-quality, diversified investment options. Central to these offerings is the GCR Fund. PMA’s focus on research and risk management has helped deliver successful outcomes for their clients. Visit www.sdpfit.org to learn more about SD FIT. ■
July 26, Pierre Ramkota Hotel
9 a.m. Registration
9:30 a.m. Welcome and Introduction to the SD Municipal League, David Reiss, SDML Executive Director
9:35 a.m. SD Public Assurance Alliance – Protecting Public Entities Since 1987, Lynn Bren, SDPAA Executive Director
10 a.m. Meet the SDML Work Comp Fund, Brad Wilson, SDML Work Comp Fund Administrator
10:20 a.m. Municipal Officials and Employees, Laurie Gronlund, Director of Human Resources, City of Pierre
11 a.m. Bids and Contracts, Rod Fortin, Director of Local Government Assistance, SD Dept. of Legislative Audit
11:45 a.m. Lunch
12:30 p.m. Financial and Compliance Matters, Rod Fortin, Director of Local Government Assistance, SD Dept. of Legislative Audit
2 p.m. Open Meetings and Executive Sessions - Dos and Don’ts, Steven Blair, Assistant Attorney General, Offi ce of the Attorney General
3 p.m. Conflict of Interest for Municipal Officials, Steven Blair, Assistant Attorney General, Offi ce of the Attorney General
3:30 p.m. Adjourn
Registration Fee: $50/person Includes SDML Handbook for Municipal Officials ($60 value). Register by July 11. In-person or recording options.
Tentative agenda. All times Central time.
Learn more and register online sdmunicipalleague.org/events
SIOUX FALLS, SD – The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) celebrated economic growth and success during its annual conference in late April where Governor Kristi Noem announced Milbank as Community of the Year.
The Community of the Year award honors a community that has made strides in economic development, community enhancement, job creation, and quality of life.
Milbank is striving to create an environment of economic development success. The community has experienced multi-million-dollar growth from Valley Queen Cheese and Koch Center Senior Living. To accommodate future development, the community is in
the planning stages of expanding their industrial park. Housing development is also a priority with three housing developments in the works with opportunities for both single and multifamily housing.
In addition, two individuals who have excelled in economic development over their careers were recognized with the Excellence in Economic Development award.
Jesse Fonkert, President and CEO of Sioux Metro Growth Alliance (SMGA), the largest regional economic development organization in the state, was honored as the first recipient. Fonkert led efforts to rebrand the former Lincoln and Minnehaha County Economic Development organizations
into SMGA, with the intention of expanding the organization’s footprint. He firmly believes that a regional approach to economic development enables all communities to achieve success.
Steve Watson, development strategist with ISG, was also honored. Watson has been serving South Dakotans for the past 18 years with his work in economic development. Watson provides growth and mentorship to communities and has worked to build strong partnerships with communities and state officials. Watson is leading the Infrastructure First Project for the state, developing a statewide infrastructure plan, identifying 18 high impact economic development sites, along with completing a capital improvement plan for eight communities. ■
Offi cer Clint Haffner of the Belle Fourche Police Department was named Code Enforcement Offi cer of the Year last month by the South Dakota Association of Code Enforcement (SoDACE).
The award is given each year to a member of the association for their years of service as well as outstanding contributions to their municipality as a Code Enforcement Officer, contributions to their community as a citizen, and personal accomplishments.
“[Haffner] has been a key element to the success of the City of Belle Fourche,” said SoDACE President Brad Bies of Yankton. “He spends countless hours educating the public on the importance of the city’s codes and ordinances and works with citizens to help improve their yards and property.”
Haffner, who serves as the Code Enforcement and Animal Control Offi cer for the city, was recognized for his outstanding work in both roles.
Offi cer Clint Haffner (second from left) of the Belle Fourche Police Department was named Code Enforcement Offi cer of the Year last week by the South Dakota Association of Code Enforcement. He was joined at the award presentation by (left to right) Belle Fourche Chief of Police Ryan Cherveny, his signifi cant other Nikkie Hoyme, and Belle Fourche City Councilman Bob Somervold.
As the Code Enforcement Offi cer, he works diligently to clean up the city’s overall curb appeal through weed and snow removal education. He is even known to personally clean up litter and trash throughout the city, removing abandoned vehicles and ensuring the parks are clean and safe for children.
In his Animal Control Offi cer role, Haffner assists with animal calls and animal bites. He works closely with the local animal shelter to care for their animals. Additionally, Haffner and the town’s vet started a reduced rabies clinic and free city tag program that sees nearly 1,000 animals per year.
Haffner works with the Police Department team that recently received the Spirit of Belle Fourche Award, which recognizes those who have gone the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction.
Haffner is also a huge advocate and helper in his community. He spends extra time mowing lawns, trimming trees and bushes, and removing snow for the elderly. He also works with several organizations on his own time, including one that helps paint homes for those who are unable to do so, another that provides bike helmets to children, and with a reading program for elementary students.
“First graders and kindergarten students ask every year for the 'animal guy' to come read books,” said Belle Fourche Chief of Police Ryan Cherveny. “Clint brings his little pug and reads adventure pug stories. It’s awesome to see!”
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The award was presented during the annual SoDACE Information and Training Conference held at Drifters Event Center in Fort Pierre on May 10. ■
Lynn Bren has been named the new executive director of the South Dakota Public Assurance Alliance (SDPAA).
“I’m excited to take on this new position,” said Bren. “I have been working with the Pool in some capacity or other for the past 22 years.
Becoming the executive director has been a career goal, and I’m truly grateful for this opportunity to help serve all of the local governments and their communities.”
The executive director is the principal executive offi cer of the SDPAA and acts on behalf of and reports to the SDPAA executive director committee. They supervise and control the day-to-day operations of the SDPAA and carry out the policy of the organization as established by the board. These duties include providing administrative leadership, implementing and monitoring policies, marketing, fi nancial analysis, vendor management, serving as board and member liaison, and program development.
Bren worked in governmental property and liability claims handling for over 16 years before coming to the SDPAA 6 years ago. Since then, she has worked directly with the members of the SDPAA while presenting to members and potential members at the various conferences and conventions focused on the support of local governments across South Dakota.
Bren grew up near Clear Lake, South Dakota, and is currently attending South Dakota State University, pursuing her degree in Leadership and Management of Nonprofi t Organizations.
Bren had been serving as the SDPAA acting executive director since early April and had previously served as the organization’s deputy director since 2017. She succeeds Dave Pfeifl e, who resigned to take a position as the city attorney for the City of Sioux Falls.
Kristina Peterson has moved into Bren's previous position, serving as the duputy director. Peterson joined the SDPAA staff in September 2014 and had been working as an underwriter for the organization. ■
Will start contacting municipalities soon
KLJ Engineering has been contracted by the South Dakota Department of Transportation to conduct a study and analysis of the zoning and land use controls or restrictions of the state’s public use airports.
KLJ will be contacting the local planning and zoning offi ces and request submission of information about the current zoning, restrictions, ownership, jurisdiction, and other information that is necessary for the review. Personal contact and/or site visits may be necessary. Airport properties may be in more than one jurisdiction, in these instances all the jurisdictions will be contacted. The cooperation and prompt responses from the local government staff will be sincerely appreciated.
The final report will be available once it has been completed and approved for release by the SD Department of Transportation. If you have questions about the project, please contact Kent Penney at kent. penney@kljeng.com or 605.872.5005 or Neil Putnam at neil.putnam@kljeng.com or 605.550.8081. ■
The South Dakota City Management Association (SDCMA) has awarded the city administrators from Lennox and Volga scholarship funds to advance their professional development.
Nathan Vander Platts, City Administrator for the City of Lennox, and Michael Schulte, City Administrator for the City of Volga, were each awarded a $1,000 scholarship.
Vander Platts will be attending the International City Management Association (ICMA) Annual Conference in Austin/Travis County, TX, this fall. The ICMA Annual Conference is four and a half days of learning, inspiration, and connection. Organizers say that attendees will leave equipped with the tools and support they need to make their communities a better place to live, work, and play.
Schulte plans to utilize his scholarship funds to attend the National League of Cities (NLC) City Summit in Atlanta, GA, in November. NLC is the national association for local governments and provides multiple trainings throughout the year to municipal offi cials, elected offi cials, and municipal league staff.
The SDCMA provides up to $2,000 annually in scholarship funds to its members. Applications are due May 1 each year. ■
Due: Aug. 15
Recognizes an elected offi cial (odd years) or a municipal employee (even years) who has made significant contributions to their municipality and community. Presented in October at the SDML annual conference during the Excellence in South Dakota Municipal Government Award Luncheon.
Learn more/apply: www.sdmunicipalleague.org/ excellence
Due: July 15 and Oct. 15
Open to any local unit of government for the development of new or expanded agri-business industries. Provides for 80% of the construction costs. Grant size is limited to $600,000.
Learn more/apply: https://dot.sd.gov
Transportation Alternatives Program, SD Dept. of Transportation
Due: July 17
Uses federal transportation funds designated by Congress for specifi c activities that enhance the inter-modal transporation system and provide safe alternative transportation options. Letters of intent are due July 17 and are required to be eligible to submit a full application in October.
Learn more/apply: https://dot.sd.gov
Apply through each affiliate’s webpage, sdmunicipalleague.org/affiliateorganizations
Due: July 1
Provides funds for an association member to attend the American Association of Code Enforcement (AACE) Conference in Orlando, FL, in October.
Access Grant, SD Dept. of Transportation
Due: July 15
Open to towns less than 5,000 in population to fund the construction or reconstruction of major streets. Provides for 80% of the construction costs. Grant size is limited to $600,000.
Learn more/apply: https://dot.sd.gov
Industrial Park Grant, SD Dept. of Transportation
Due: July 15 and Oct. 15
Open to any local unit of government for the development of new or expanded access for new industry located within industrial parks. Provides for 80% of the construction costs. Grant size is limited to $500,000.
Learn more/apply: https://dot.sd.gov
Register at sdmunicipalleague.org/events
June 8-9, Sturgis
Registration: Free - SDGHRA member; $95 Non-member
Due: June 1
June 21 in Pierre; June 29 in Sioux Falls
Registration: $30
Due: June 9
Provides elected offi cial and fi nance offi cers with the tools they need to create and maintain the annual municipal budget.
July 26, Pierre
Registration: $50
Due: July 12 for in-person session
Provides a basic cash-course on local government for elected offi cials. Includes a printed copy of the SDML Handbook for Municipal Officials. In-person and recorded session options available.
The South Dakota Municipal Street Maintenance Association (SDMSMA) has awarded Traffic Control Device Grants to the cities of Hermosa, Kadoka, Menno, and Summerset.
The cities each receive $2,500 via reimbursement for purchased traffic control devices.
The cities of Hermosa, Kadoka, and Menno utilized their grant monies to purchase electronic radar speed signs. The signs are used to remind both residents and visitors of decreased speed zones.
The City of Summerset used their grant funding to purchase a flashing LED stop sign, which provides increased awareness at high-risk, high-incident intersections.
The SDMSMA established the annual grant in 2022 to provide funds to offset the cost of Traffic Control Devices such as speed display units, traffic count units, and other flashing warning signs for pedestrians. Applications are due April 1 each year. Recipients are announced at the annual SDMSMA Spring Training, which was held this year on April 26-27 in Yankton, SD.
The SDMSMA is an affiliate of the South Dakota Municipal League. For more information on the association or the Traffic Control Device Grant, contact Sara Rankin at sara@ sdmunicipalleague.org. ■
CHAMBERLAIN - The City of Chamberlain recently broke ground on a new airport terminal. The building will meet ADA standards, be energy efficient, and will increase access for medical flights.
An $855,000 grant from the Federal Aviation Administration will cover around 80% of the project’s cost with the rest split between the SD Department of Transportation and the City of Chamberlain. Chamberlain is one of 85 airports across the U.S. to receive this grant.
The new terminal will be named after former City Engineer Greg Powell, who worked for the city in various roles for over 25 years before his retirement in the summer of 2022. Powell was also the recipient of the 2022 SDML Excellence in South Dakota Municipal Government Award.
The terminal is expected to be completed this fall.
generation. The Ocean Shipping Reform Act strengthened the authority of the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) by providing it with new tools to help level the playing field for American exporters and counteract anticompetitive behavior. It allows the FMC to more efficiently resolve disputes between ocean carriers and shippers, while also taking actions at the U.S. Department of Transportation to alleviate strain across the supply chain.
Many of our supply chain woes are a result of dependency on China and a lack of accountability towards their improper business practices. OSRA 2.0 corrects that.
OSRA 2.0 builds on the progress of its predecessor and further cracks down on the Chinese Communist Party’s attempt to disrupt and influence America’s supply chain.
The pandemic seemingly brought the cracks in our supply chain to the surface. From cargo ships to planes, semi-trucks to trains, it seems we have hit roadblock after roadblock the last few years. It’s time to get our supply chain on the right track literally.
As a Representative from an agriculture dominated state, the flaws in our system became extremely apparent in the food processing space and ocean shipping industry at the end of 2020. We all witnessed the unprecedented number of cargo ships clogged at American ports from California to Florida. South Dakota dairy was sitting at ports waiting to be shipped overseas for months – eventually rotting – because foreign-flagged ocean carriers were prioritizing Chinese electronics over American food exports.
These unfair shipping trade practices got so bad, it resulted in billions of dollars in losses to American food producers. Someone had to step in. I found a partner in a Democrat from California, Representative John Garamendi, and we got to work on the Ocean Shipping Reform Act.
Our bipartisan bill, now law, was the strongest fix to our maritime laws in a
The Ocean Shipping Reform Act strengthened the authority of the Federal Maritime Commission by providing it with new tools to help level the playing field for American exporters.
The bill has evidently eased supply chain pressures by addressing unfair ocean carrier practices, speeding up the resolution of disputes over carrier fees, and improving the movement of goods at our nation’s ports. But there’s more we can do.
I’m working on a number of additional proposals to further strengthen our supply chain.
First, I want to do more to solidify America’s supply chain. That’s why in March, Representative Garamendi and I introduced the Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act, or OSRA 2.0 as I like to call it. Our bill builds on the progress of its predecessor and further cracks down on the Chinese Communist Party’s attempt to disrupt and influence America’s supply chain.
OSRA 2.0 prohibits U.S. ports from using Chinese state-sponsored shipping software, allows the FMC to investigate foreign shipping exchanges like the Shanghai Shipping Exchange to preempt improper business practices, and authorizes the FMC to streamline data standards for maritime freight logistics.
We know the areas of our supply chain that need improvement—Congress should act now rather than wait until the next crisis arises. American consumers and businesses need stability. While congestion levels at U.S. ports have significantly declined, businesses continue to face domestic shipping delays. I want to solve our domestic problems, too.
That’s why I introduced the SHIP IT Act, which includes a number of initiatives that would help add fluidity to the movement of freight in America. My bill would strengthen our supply chain by increasing shipping capacity, lessening the burdens on current and future truck drivers. Specifically, it would modernize the authority for certain vehicle waivers during emergencies, allowing waivers in response to disease and supply chain emergencies. It would also provide incentives to recruit and retain drivers by allowing truck drivers to apply for workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act grants and would create targeted and temporary tax credits for new truck drivers.
The SHIP IT Act would also increase truck weight allowing for increased shipping capacity across the United States.
There is a menu of solutions to our nation’s supply chain issues. Congress should take a serious look at solving these problems before they turn into a crisis. I’ll continue to push for these important solutions. ■
Airport Operations/Maintenance Technician - City of Pierre, SD. Provides general daily oversight of airside operations by monitoring overall airfi eld safety, performs vehicle and equipment maintenance, airfi eld lighting maintenance, and aircraft rescue fi refi ghter duties. Maintains lighting systems, vehicles, equipment, grounds, structures, pavement, and turf. Assists in overseeing wildlife management at airport through annual training, assisting in depredation permits, and overseeing bird strike report program. Maintains documentation and records of all actions taken on airfi eld to ensure compliance with FAA Part 139 certifi cation requirements. Wage offer based upon actual education and experience. UP TO A $3,000 HIRING BONUS! Apply: Human Resources Offi ce, City of Pierre, Box 1253, 2301 Patron Parkway, Pierre, SD 57501, (605) 773-7429, www.cityofpierre.org. Open until fi lled. EOE.
Apprentice Lineman - City of Wessington Springs, SD. Must have line worker certifi cation or willing to obtain. Job duties also include meter reading and helping other City Departments as needed. Applicants will be required to obtain a CDL and will be subject to DOT testing. Excellent benefi t package. To apply submit a cover letter, resume, work history, and three work related references to Linda Willman, Finance Offi cer. Electronic: wessprsd@venturecomm.net or mail to City Hall PO Box 443, Wessington Springs, SD 57382. For questions, please call 605539-1691. Open until fi lled. EOE.
Assistant City Engineer (PE) - Public Works Department, City of Watertown, SD. Assists the Public Works Director/City Engineer with administrative oversight, leadership, planning, coordinating and implementation of the Engineering Division in order to ensure essential services are provided to plan, design, construct, and maintain the public infrastructure and provide for public safety, health and welfare. Minimum required qualifi cations: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with fi ve years of progressively responsible related engineering experience and two years supervisory experience. Salary: Grade 180/Pay Range= $87,131.20 - $114,940.80/year. Learn more and apply at http://www.watertownsd.us/Jobs.aspx. Open until fi lled.
City Administrator - City of Maple Plain, MN. Serves as the chief administrative offi cer of the City and is responsible for the planning, direction, and oversight related to the proper administration and operations of all municipal functions and services. Serves as the chief fi nancial offi cer and is responsible for fi nancial modeling and reporting. Supervises the paid staff and manages the performance of contracted services that provide planning, auditing, building inspections, engineering, public works, legal services, and I.T. Accountable directly to the City Council. Salary: $90,000 to $110,000. View the full position profi le at https://www.ddahumanresources.com/active-searches. Closes June 6.
City Manager – City of Sturgis, SD. The City of Sturgis is recruiting for a City Manager to lead our full-service municipal government (water, wastewater, garbage collection, stormwater / fl oodplain, municipal liquor store, EMS, police, planning & zoning, Rally & events, library, animal shelter, and community center). Home of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Sturgis is also a vibrant, growing community in the northern Black Hills. The City Manager is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the City and is under the direction of the City Council. Apply to Attention: City Manager Recruitment, 1040 Harley-Davidson Way, Sturgis, SD 57785, or lkatzenstein@sturgisgov.com. Open until the position is fi lled. First review of candidates June 2.
Communications Officer – City of Pierre, SD. Work as part of a team operating the Central South Dakota Communications Center, the 911-Emergency Dispatch Center for central South Dakota. Receive calls for assistance from the public, documenting and dispatching appropriate public safety personnel for those calls. Receive, process and send radio communications for various law enforcement agencies, emergency medical services, and local fi re departments. Comprehensive benefi t package. UP TO $3000 HIRING BONUS! Open until fi lled. EOE. Apply: Human Resources Offi ce, City of Pierre, Box 125, Pierre, SD 57501, Phone (605) 773-7429 or www.cityofpierre.org.
Communications Officer - City of Spearfish, SD. Responsible for performing emergency and non-emergency communications
functions. Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the fi eld of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. Suffi cient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Apply at www.cityofspearfi sh.com. Starting wage $20.87 plus $2 per hour rotating shift stipend; comprehensive benefi ts. $4,000 sign-on bonus. Open until fi lled. EOE.
County Manager - Lewis County, Chehalis, WA. Lewis County, Wash., is seeking an experienced County Manager to lead this well-managed organization located in the heart of Cascade country, halfway between Seattle and Portland. The county encompasses the cities of Centralia and Chehalis and serves as a gateway to several of Washington's most-visited mountain peaks. Serving a population of 84,000 across 2,436 miles, the county operates with a 2023 budget of $191 million and a team of 600 FTEs. Learn more at gmphr.com. First review is June 4.
Deputy Police Officer - City of Tyndall, SD. Responsible for performing routine and professional law enforcement work in a variety of police department activities and to maintain law and order in the City of Tyndall, while under the direct supervision of the Chief of Police and the Mayor. Must meet certain eligibility requirements. Fulltime position, salary DOE, benefi t package.
Submit resume, request application by calling 605-589-3481; by mail at PO Box 29, Tyndall, SD 57066; or by email at tyndalsd@ heartlandpower.org. Open until filled. EOE.
Director of Human Resources - Beltrami County, MN. Performs complex professional work planning, organizing, and directing the activities of the Human Resources Department, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the County Administrator. Departmental supervision is exercised over all personnel within the department. Salary: $88,816 to $116,230. View the full position profile at https://www.ddahumanresources.com/active-searches. Please direct any questions to Gary Weiers at gary@daviddrown.com or 612-920-3320 x108. Open until filled.
Engineering Technician – City of Watertown, SD. Provides technical support to the Lake Kampeska Watershed Project District (LKWPD). This includes: coordination of shore stabilization, lake quality testing, lake monitoring, and other projects as assigned. Provides other technical related duties to achieve the objectives of the Engineering Division, including surveying, operating computer aided drafting (CAD), and geographic information systems (GIS); producing plans and specifications for projects; administering projects, conducting research and gathering data; providing information regarding projects; and observing and inspecting construction to ensure compliance. Learn more and apply at www.watertownsd.us/Jobs.aspx. Open until filled. EOE.
Heavy Equipment Operator – City of Madison, SD. Operates equipment in the construction, repair, snow removal and maintenance of public infrastructure. Operates various types of equipment, assists with storm clean up, bails recyclable materials, street cleaning, cleaning ditches and culverts, trims trees and assists in other duties with other departments as needed. Knowledge of street equipment and maintenance along with skill in the use of hand and power tools is required. Excellent benefit package. Full job description at www.cityofmadisonsd. com/Jobs. Open until filled. EOE.
IT Specialist – City of Huron, SD. Under the general supervision of the IT Director, the Information Technology Specialist operates and maintains City computer systems including the servers and stand-alone PCs; supports local area networks and accompanying software; and performs other related work as assigned. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other computer related field with three years related experience in supporting a multi-user, multi-functional data management system required. Acceptable combination of education and experience in a related field may be considered.
Salary: $2,447.46 bi-weekly. Apply online: huronsd.gov/Jobs. aspx. Open until filled.
Journey Lineman - City of Flandreau, SD. The City of Flandreau is seeking applications for a Journeyman Lineman for its Municipal Electric Utility. Preferred applicants will have completed a Powerline Construction and Maintenance vocational program and have obtained a Journeyman certificate. The City will consider apprentice candidates. Position includes a competitive benefits package. Hiring range dependent on experience. Interested candidates are directed to cityofflandreau. com, where applications can be found under the "Employment" tab. A completed application and resume should be sent to
cohlturnquist@cityofflandreau.com. Please call Cohl Turnquist at (605)-997-2492 with any questions. Open until filled.
Maintenance - City of Waubay, SD. Applications are being accepted for a full- or part-time city maintenance worker. Duties include snow removal, repair and maintenance of streets, parks, and cemetery. Monitoring maintenance and record keeping of water and sewer systems. Must be able to operate heavy equipment. Must hold a valid SD driver's license with CDL endorsement or must obtain within 90 days of employment. State water and sewer certifications, and pesticide license must be obtained within one year of employment. Salary DOE. Open until filled. EOE.
Park & Cemetery Crew Leader - City of Milbank, SD. Responsible for managing the City Park System and the Milbank City Cemetery. Prior experience with heavy equipment, turf management and irrigation beneficial. Directs and works by prioritizing and directing work to meet the changing needs of the city parks and cemetery. Develops and assigns work schedules and programs on a day-to-day basis to optimize the utilization of labor, time, and equipment in maintaining parks and cemeteries.
Salary: Grade 15, $21.78 - $24.75/hourly DOE. Competitive benefits package. Learn more and apply at https://www. milbanksd.com/city-of-milbank/employment/. Open until filled.
Park Maintenance Worker – City of Pierre, SD. Performs a variety of building and grounds maintenance and repair duties
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including irrigation projects. Responsible for snow removal. Maintains grounds by mowing grass along with pruning and removal of trees and shrubs. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working on irrigation systems would be beneficial. Skill in operating equipment and tools used in park operations such as tractors, mowers, snow removal equipment, tree removal equipment and power tools including chainsaws. Wage offer will be based upon actual education and experience. Comprehensive benefit package. Up to $2,000 annually for educational reimbursement. UP TO A $3,000 HIRING BONUS! Apply at www.cityofpierre.org. Open until fille. EOE.
Patrol Officer - City of Pierre, SD. Performs law enforcement & public safety duties as necessary to maintain law & order in the City of Pierre. Must be at least 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, & pass the police entry level examinations including a background investigation. Prior experience in law enforcement is desirable. Certified officer preferred. Comprehensive benefit package. Up to $3,000 hiring bonus. Apply: Human Resources Office, City of Pierre, Box 1253, Pierre, SD 57501, (605)773-7429, www.cityofpierre.org.
Open until filled. EOE.
Patrol Officer - City of Watertown, SD. Performs general duty police work for the apprehension of criminals, prevention of crimes, protection of life and property, and general enforcement
of all laws and ordinances on an assigned shift under general supervision. Duties may also include in-depth investigation of criminal offenses as assigned. Salary: Grade 145- $25.89$29.74 / hourly DOE. Application forms and complete position descriptions are available at City Hall Finance Office or online at http://www.watertownsd.us/Jobs.aspx. Open until filled.
Police Officer - City of Martin, SD. Proactive enforcement of State and Federal Laws; protection of life and property, investigation of criminal activity, and report preparation. Applicants must be of good moral character; complete and pass a comprehensive background check; be able to work with little to no supervision; have good communication skills, and must be eligible for certification or currently certified by the SD Law Enforcement Standards and Training Commission. Starting wage: $16.25 per hour/$18.25 with certification (depending on training and experience). Full benefits including health ins, life ins, SD Retirement, holidays, vacation, and sick pay. Please contact Martin Police Department 605-685-6765, City Office 605-685-6525 or email martinpd@gwtc.net. Open until filled.
Police Officer - City of Milbank, SD. Enforce local, state, and federal laws, prevent and suppress crime and accidents, and promote public safety through community policing principles. Responsible for the investigation of criminal cases as assigned. Full-time position. Salary: Grade 14 Non-certified, $20.35; Grade
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15 Certified, $21.78 - $25.94/ hourly DOE. Competitive benefits package. Full description and apply at https://www.milbanksd. com/city-of-milbank/employment. Open until filled.
Police Officer - City of Spearfish, SD. Enforce local, state, and federal laws, prevent, and suppress crime and accidents, and promote public safety through community policing principles. Responsible for the investigation of criminal cases as assigned. Requirements: Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education; possession of or ability to readily obtain South Dakota Law Enforcement Certification. Full-time position. Starting wage range: $26.72 - $32.55 per hour plus a $2 per hour rotating shift stipend, competitive benefit package. Full description and apply at www.cityofspearfish.com. Open until filled. EOE.
Police Officer - City of Webster, SD. Performs law enforcement and public safety duties to maintain law and order in the city. Applicants must meet certain eligibility requirements. Full-time position, salary, DOE and benefit package. Submit resume or request an application from City Finance Office at 605-345-3241. Open until filled.
Recreation Assistant (part-time) - City of Madison, SD. Assisting youth through adults at the Madison Community Center in recreation programs and activities, as well as students in our intramural programs. Work is typically performed indoors and outdoors, working hours can vary by program and can be flexible. Hours are scheduled to meet the needs of the community center recreation and intramural program while offering various programs and events to serve the community. The position works with youth, adults, students, employees, and the general public. Full description at https://www.cityofmadisonsd.com/Jobs.aspx. Open until filled. EOE.
Street Maintenance Tech - City of Milbank, SD. Maintains and repairs streets and alleys in Milbank, including plowing snow. Assists in the ordering of supplies, materials, and stocks for repair and maintenance of items and equipment to continue the operation, repair, and maintenance of streets, department facilities, and equipment as needed. Assists in coordinated activities with other City departments. Assists with mosquito and weed spraying in the summer months, once certified. Full-time position, requiring some weekend and holiday hours. Successful candidate will have a SD driver's license with CDL endorsement. Salary: 13, $19.02 - $22.57/hourly DOE. Application and job description found at: https://www.milbanksd.com/city-of-milbank/ employment/. Open until filled.
Supervising Engineer, Water/Wastewater Treatment – City of Aberdeen, SD. Provides professional engineering leadership and is responsible for coordinating and directing the operations of the water and wastewater treatments facilities. Provide direction and guidance to staff at the water treatment plant and water reclamation facility. Serve as the City engineering representative to all capital projects related to water and wastewater treatment to include contract administration and conducting inspections. Ensure the water treatment plant and water reclamation facility operate in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Minimum Salary: $94,744/annually (24A). Learn more and apply at https://aberdeen.sd.us/Jobs.aspx. First review of applications June 19.
Traveling Code Enforcement Officer - Code Enforcement Specialists. Code Enforcement Specialists, a rapidly growing independent company specializing in code enforcement for small and medium sized communities, is looking for an individual willing to do some travel and perform code enforcement services. Excellent pay and hours are fl exible. Experience is not necessary, but a background in law enforcement would be helpful. On-the-job training is provided. Please inquire at (605) 208-0786 for details.
Utility Billing Technician – City of Pierre, SD. Responsible for accurate and timely utility billing, as well as independently and proactively identifying and troubleshooting problems and customer concerns. Performs the utility billing functions as well as playing a key role in customer service; maintains all meter and utility account records, energy assistance contracts, and processes utility service orders. Manages the Bright Energy Solutions Rebate Program. Position requires strong systems analysis and customer service skills. Wage offer based upon actual education and experience. Comprehensive benefi t package. UP TO $3000 HIRING BONUS! Apply: Human Resources Director, P.O. Box 1253, Pierre SD (605) 773-7429, www.cityofpierre.org. Open until fi lled. EOE.
Wastewater Maintenance Technician - City of Milbank, SD. Ensure the Milbank Wastewater Treatment Facility is maintained mechanically functional and in running condition. Make regular tours of the wastewater facility; read charts, gauges, and other instruments; and record information on plant logs. Collect wastewater and sludge samples and perform basic fi eld and laboratory analysis on collected samples. Interpret all data accumulated and make equipment and process control changes within the guidelines established by management. Make needed repairs on equipment, pumps, and electric motors, both mechanical and electrical. Must be able to obtain a valid SD Wastewater Operator Class I certifi cation within one year. Pay starts at $19.02 to $22.57/hr., DOE. Learn more and apply at https://www.milbank.sd.com/city-of-milbank/employment/. Open until fi lled.
Water System Technician - City of Milbank, SD. Plan, review and operate, maintain, and repair the Water Department Utility, including water supply, collection, treatment, and distribution equipment facilities. This role also assists in the collection of water samples, performs visual checks of facilities for equipment malfunctions, maintains records of logs, and helps locate underground utilities. Monitor control panel, gauges, and meters to ensure proper water plant operation. Salary: Grade 13, $19.02 - $22.57/hourly DOE. Competitive benefi ts package. Learn
more and apply at https://www.milbanksd.com/city-of-milbank/ employment/. Open until fi lled.
For Sale: Surplus Mowers - City of Wall, SD. The City of Wall is accepting sealed bids for two Kubota mowers: 2009 ZD331 Kubota ‘Zero Turn’ Mower with a 3 Cylinder Diesel engine and a 72” cutting deck with 987 hours; and a 2011 ZD331 Kubota ‘Zero Turn’ Mower with a 3 Cylinder Diesel engine and a 72” cutting deck with 1502 hours. For additional information, please contact Garrett Bryan, Public Works Director at 605-515-1771. Bids may be mailed to City of Wall, PO Box 314, Wall, SD 57790 or delivered to Wall City Offi ce, 501 Main St., Wall, SD. Closes June 5 at 2 p.m.
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– Follow the Municipal Election Calendar for all election deadlines.
Safety, Public Works, Utilities, and Finance and Revenue. Commissioners are assigned areas of responsibility under the law. (SDCL 9-9-18 to 9-9-24; See Hdbk., sec. 2.590)
First meeting following election – In municipalities governed by a mayor and two commissioners, the board shall by a resolution adopted by a majority, at the fi rst meeting following the annual election, assign and apportion between the members, all duties that are not assigned to the mayor. (SDCL 9-9-27; See Hdbk., sec. 2.595)
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Third Tuesday in June – A municipality may combine its election with a school district and hold the election on the third Tuesday in June. (SDCL 9-131.1; See Hdbk., sec. 7.050)
First meeting following election – Except as otherwise provided, every officer of the municipality will begin to discharge the duties of the offi ce as soon as the offi cer has qualifi ed by fi ling an oath or affi rmation of offi ce. The oath must be fi led within ten days after the fi rst meeting of the month following the election or appointment. (SDCL 9-14-5; See Hdbk., sec. 5.115)
First meeting following election – Appointed municipal offi cials are usually appointed. The appointment may be annual, or for an interval determined by the governing body. (SDCL 9-14-3)
First meeting following election – In municipalities having the mayor and common council form of government, the council must elect a president and vice-president for the ensuing year. (SDCL 9-8-7; See Hdbk., sec. 2.520)
First meeting following election – In municipalities governed by a mayor and four commissioners, the board must designate by a majority vote, the following commissioners: Public
First meeting following election – In those municipalities employing a city manager and under the commissioner form of government, at the fi rst regular meeting in the month following the annual election, the commissioners must elect one of their members to serve as mayor for a term of one year. (SDCL 9-10-6; See Hdbk., sec. 2.615)
Tax levy – The governing body of the municipality may impose an excess tax levy with an affi rmative two-thirds vote of the governing body on or before July fi fteenth of the year prior to the year the taxes are payable. The decision to increase taxes must be published within 10 days of the decision (certain publication size restrictions apply) and may be referred upon a petition signed by at least fi ve percent of the registered voters in the municipality and fi led within twenty days of publication of the decision. The referendum election shall be held on or before October fi rst preceding the year the taxes are payable. (SDCL 10-13-36; See Hdbk., sec. 12.170)
June 19 – Juneteenth – State holiday (SDCL 1-5-1)
By June 30 – Applications for renewal of licenses for the sale of malt beverages should be fi led before the expiration of June 30. (SDCL 35-4-41; See Hdbk., sec. 11.465)
No later than July 1 – Each municipal governing body shall provide to the Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management, information that will enable emergency agencies to reach the members of the municipal governing board and the mayor at any time, day or night. The information necessary shall include home, business, and other personal telephone numbers including any facsimile transmission machines and cellular or mobile telephone numbers; home, business, and other personal addresses; employer’s name and telephone number; and home, business, and other personal email or internet addresses. In addition, each municipal governing body shall provide contact information for the municipal employees responsible for the following functions if the municipality employs a person in such a capacity: City administrator or city manager; Building inspection; Engineering; Electrical; Fire; Police and law enforcement; Public works; Streets and highways; Sewer and waste water; Water; Telephone; Utilities; Emergency services or civil defense; Coroner; and 911 coordinator. (SDCL 34-48A-13; 34-48A-14)( See Hdbk., sec. 9.400) ■
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July 1 – One of two dates (the other being January 1) a new or amended municipal tax ordinance may become effective. The municipality must notify the Department of Revenue of the ordinance at least 90 days prior to the effective date. (SDCL 10-52-9; 10-52A-13; See Hdbk., sec. 12.260)
No later than July 1 – Each municipal governing body shall provide to the Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management, information that will enable emergency agencies to reach the members of the municipal governing board and the mayor at any time, day or night. The information necessary shall include home, business, and other personal telephone numbers including any facsimile transmission machines and cellular or mobile telephone numbers; home, business, and other personal addresses; employer’s name and telephone number; and home, business, and other personal email or internet addresses. In addition, each municipal governing body shall provide contact information for the municipal employees responsible for the following functions if the municipality employs a person in such a capacity: City administrator or city manager; Building inspection; Engineering; Electrical; Fire; Police and law enforcement; Public works; Streets and highways; Sewer and waste water; Water; Telephone; Utilities; Emergency services or civil defense; Coroner; and 911 coordinator. (SDCL 34-48A13; 34-48A-14) See Hdbk., sec. 9.400)
July 4 – Independence Day – State holiday (SDCL 1-5-1)
First meeting following election – Except as otherwise provided, every officer of the municipality will begin to discharge the duties of the offi ce as soon as the offi cer has qualifi ed by fi ling an oath or affi rmation of offi ce. The oath must be fi led within ten days after the fi rst meeting of the month following the election or appointment. (SDCL 9-14-5; See Hdbk., sec. 5.115)
First meeting following election – Appointed municipal offi cials are usually appointed. The appointment may be annual, or for an interval determined by the governing body. (SDCL 9-14-3)
First meeting following election – In municipalities having the mayor and common council form of government, the council must elect a president and vice-president for the ensuing year. (SDCL 9-8-7; See Hdbk., sec. 2.520)
First meeting following election – In municipalities governed by a mayor and four commissioners, the board must designate by a majority vote, the following commissioners: Public Safety, Public Works, Utilities, and Finance and Revenue. Commissioners are assigned areas of responsibility under the law. (SDCL 9-9-18 to 9-9-24; See Hdbk., sec. 2.590)
First meeting following election – In municipalities governed by a mayor and two commissioners, the board shall by a resolution adopted by a majority, assign and apportion between the members, all duties that are not assigned to the mayor. (SDCL 9-9-27; See Hdbk., sec. 2.595)
First meeting following election – In those municipalities employing a city manager and under the commissioner form of government, at the fi rst regular meeting in the month following the annual election, the commissioners must elect one of their members to serve as mayor for a term of one year. (SDCL 9-10-6; See Hdbk., sec. 2.615)
On or before July 15 – The governing body of the municipality may impose an excess tax levy with an affi rmative two-thirds vote of the governing body on or before July fi fteenth of the year prior to the year the taxes are payable. The decision to increase taxes must be published within 10 days of the decision, (certain publication size restrictions apply), and may be referred upon a resolution of the governing body of the municipality or by a petition signed by at least fi ve percent of the registered voters in the municipality and fi led within twenty days of publication of the decision. The referendum election shall be held on or before October fi rst preceding the year the taxes are payable. (SDCL 10-13-36; See Hdbk., sec. 12.170)
By July 15 – The secretary of revenue shall apportion the money in the local government highway and bridge fund. (SDCL 32-11-35; See Hdbk., sec. 12.255(6))
Boundary changes – Municipalities must notify the Department of Revenue of any resolution or amendment enacted which changes the boundaries of the municipality. Notifi cation shall be in written form, shall contain a copy of the resolution or amendment, and may be sent by electronic means or registered mail. Municipalities shall also provide any changes and additions to streets and addresses. (SDCL 10-52-13; See Hdbk., sec. 14.172) ■
