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MUNICIPALITIES The Magazine of the South Dakota Municipal League
November 2021 | Volume 88 | Number 5
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SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES
NOV 2021
Official Monthly Publication | Member of National League of Cities Managing Editor: Yvonne A. Taylor | Editor: Emilie Miller
Features PRESIDENT Steve Allender Mayor, Rapid City 1st VICE PRESIDENT Amy Leon City Manager, Yankton 2nd VICE PRESIDENT Harry Weller Mayor, Kadoka TRUSTEES Karl Alberts Finance Officer, Aberdeen Christine Erickson Councilmember, Sioux Falls
DISTRICT CHAIRS Dist. 1 | Mike Grosek Mayor, Webster Dist. 2 | Paullyn Carey Finance Director, Huron Dist. 3 | Dawn Murphy Finance Officer, Tea Dist. 4 | Becky Brunsing City Administrator, Wagner Dist. 5 | Renae Phinney President, Ree Heights Dist. 6 | Vacant
Fay Bueno Finance Officer, Sturgis
Dist. 7 | Gary Weismantel Mayor, Herreid
Carolynn Anderson Finance Officer, Wall
Dist. 8 | Brittany Smith City Administrator, Philip
Leland Treichel Mayor, Roscoe
Dist. 9 | Laurie Woodward Finance Officer, Custer
PAST PRESIDENT Debbie Houseman Finance Officer, Lake Andes
Dist. 10 | Michelle DeNeui Finance Officer, Spearfish
2022 SDML Statement of Policy ........................ 6 Annual Conference Recap .............................. 22 Excellence in Municipal Government Award ... 22 SDML Elects New Leadership ......................... 23 Hall of Fame Inductees.................................... 24 FMCSA Changes and CDL Costs ................... 34 Vaccinate Vermillion Sweepstakes .................. 45
Columns Director’s Notes ................................................. 4 President’s Report ............................................. 5 SDMEA Hometown Power............................... 36 Risk-Sharing News .......................................... 40 SDPAA News ................................................... 42 Washington Report | Sen. Thune .................... 48
Professional Development Municipal/School Election Workshops............. 21 Annual Report Workshops............................... 31 Municipal Street Maintenance Scholarship ..... 35
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City Highlight | Deadwood ............................... 32 SDML Events Calendar ................................... 39 Directory Updates ............................................ 39 Hometown Happenings ................................... 44 Classifieds ....................................................... 49 Municipal Calendar .......................................... 53 SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES (ISSN 0300-6182, USPS 503-120) is the official publication of the South Dakota Municipal League, published monthly at 208 Island Drive, Ft. Pierre, South Dakota 57532, phone 605-224-8654. This institution is an equal opportunity provider, and employer. Periodical postage paid at Pierre, South Dakota, and additional mailing offices. 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.
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COLUMN
DIRECTOR’S NOTES YVONNE TAYLOR
As hard as it may be to believe, we are only one year away from another election. While most of us don’t want to face the endless advertising and nasty Facebook posts from people who don’t agree, it IS time to start looking around at how races are shaping up, who is contemplating a run for office, and to start supporting the good folks who want to be elected to work for the betterment of our state. In recent years, we seem to hear more from people we’ve termed WMDs – Weapons of Mass Distraction. It is a term that applies to those in public life who lob their verbal or written grenades, then duck back and let those who are truly leaders deal with the mess they’ve made. You are probably thinking of your own local human WMD right now. The human Weapons of Mass Distraction take a popular position (for example, telling citizens they are overtaxed) but take no responsibility for the fallout: citizens who expect to receive services, but see no connection with the taxes paid. Somehow, these human WMDs have turned government into the only place where people think there actually IS a free lunch. We aren’t supposed to pay property taxes, we should only pay sales taxes on things we don’t need, prices are artificially inflated because some government somewhere is lining its pockets. At the same time, we expect ever-cleaner water; better roads; an excellent education for our kids; safe, police-patrolled communities; fast response from our fire and ambulance departments; convenient air travel; environmentally safe emissions from everything; nice 4
parks; government-assisted economic development efforts; care for the poor; assistance with health care costs; job training; housing assistance; and on and on… Being a leader is a tough job. We are lucky there are some with the gift of leadership, with the commitment and stamina to try and face down the human WMDs. But the true leaders are, if not outnumbered, certainly outshouted. When the human WMDs can irresponsibly say anything they think is popular, they get re-elected. When the true leaders have to clean up the mess, and tell us things that are true, but that we don’t necessarily like to hear, it is very hard to get re-elected. Term limits have amplified this in our legislature. The true leaders are not given enough time to develop their skills and knowledge base. Meanwhile, the human WMDs don’t need skills or knowledge to spout the kind of popular nonsense that gets them re-elected. Now is the time to start looking for true leaders to represent us in our governments. Another group of good legislators is going to fall victim to term limits. We need to look for new candidates with the guts to tell us the truth (hint: these people often have a background in municipal government)! And once we get a good candidate, we all need to help him or her by calling out the human WMDs who say the popular thing, but can’t back it up with any facts. If reasonable people all shout together, we might just drown out the human WMDs. Think – if truth in advertising principles were applied to a candidate’s speech, would the candidate be in violation? When it comes to the upcoming campaigns, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Yvonne Taylor Executive Director yvonne@sdmunicipalleague.org
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PRESIDENT’S REPORT STEVE ALLENDER
It’s an honor to be named president of the board of directors for the SD Municipal League. The League and its duties fit well with my personal belief that municipalities are the most important government entity in America. I’ve often said, and you will hear me say again, that cities are the best example of a citizen government. Elected officials and city employees rub elbows with their constituents every day of their lives. They are easily recognizable and therefore easily accountable to the public they serve. Those contacts in grocery stores, baseball games, and across the backyard fence are invaluable when it comes to representation. The Municipal League plays an important role in maintaining the relationship between city officials and the public they serve. One major role is the advocacy and lobbying efforts provided by the league. There are many moving parts in government and occasionally there is friction between the parts. When that friction is a neighboring city, your county, or the state government, you may find yourself in need of assistance. The value of building and maintaining a robust network of city employees and elected officials cannot be overstated. I will go on record now saying I believe cities are under-involved when it comes to
interacting with the state legislature; specifically advocating, even fighting for what is best for their communities. The legislature is a big machine and runs at top speed 40 days out of the year, and there are occasionally issues that need to be worked out. Private and special interests do a much better job than us wining and dining legislators, and it sometimes shows when a bill is introduced. To make things more complicated, now we must navigate around the political divide that is currently ever-present in America. Thank God for the lobbyists within the League, namely Yvonne Taylor. Over the next year you’ll hear from me on a variety of issues. I don’t always claim to be correct, but I do always offer thoughts and opinions. I would like to spend some of the next year listening to yours as well. Please communicate with the League. Let us know what you are facing, and maybe we can face it together. Steve Allender Mayor of Rapid City 2021-2022 SDML President
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2022 STATEMENT OF POLICY SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE
The Municipal League’s Statement of Policy for the coming year was adopted in its final form at the SDML annual business meeting held during the SDML Conference Oct. 8, 2021, in Spearfish. This statement guides the League staff and lobbyists during the legislative session and functions as a reference for the League’s position on various issues affecting local government. This Statement of Policy is also posted on the League’s website, www.sdmunicipalleague.org.
POLICIES
9.
The SDML supports amending state law to clarify residence requirements for municipal elected officials. (GG – 2014)
10.
The SDML supports efforts by the Secretary of State to provide consistency in election statutes. (GG – 2017)
11.
The SDML supports working cooperatively with other state entities to clarify residence for voter registration. (GG – 2015)
12.
The SDML supports legislation limiting the time to circulate a petition to change the form of government to six months. (GG – 2021)
13.
The SDML supports making provisions for supplementing municipal budgets consistent with provisions found in county law. (GG – 2015)
14.
The SDML supports clarifying the procurement law exemption to include IT and technology consulting services.
15.
The SDML supports increasing the bid limit for materials and supplies to match the $50,000 bid limit for equipment). (GG – 2020)
16.
The SDML supports updating the surplus property laws. (GG – 2019)
17.
The SDML supports cooperative activities between county and municipal governments, the protection of existing joint activities, and elimination of barriers that hinder the creation of such arrangements. (added by SDML Board of Directors, Dec. 9, 2015) (GG – 2016)
18.
The SDML supports increasing the audit “trigger” to $750,000. (GG – 2014)
19.
The SDML supports increasing the Internal Control Review range to between $100,000 and $750,000. (GG – 2014)
MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES 1.
The SDML supports an amendment to restrict or repeal the presumptions included in SDCL 9-1645 pertaining to circulatory or respiratory disease as “occupational” in fire fighters and opposes any amendment to expand the disease presumption regarding occupational diseases affecting volunteer and active paid firefighters. (GG – 2000; CB7)
2.
The SDML supports legislation authorizing municipal access to federal background checks for licensees. (GG – 2008; 2009)
3.
The SDML supports legislation to make municipal laws consistent as to the use of the term “finance officer” rather than “clerk/treasurer.” (GG – 2010)
GOVERNMENT ETHICS AND OPERATIONS 4.
The SDML supports legislation that would exempt municipalities from the regulations of the unclaimed property laws. (GG – 2000; 12)
5.
The SDML supports amending SDCL 12-1-5 to include municipal election officials on the State Board of Elections. (GG – 2000; 13)
6.
The SDML supports clarifying signature requirements on all municipal election petitions. (GG – 2016)
7.
The SDML supports clarifying the initial election of officers in a newly incorporated municipality. (GG – 2016)
8.
The SDML supports amending SDCL 9-19-13 to provide that all administrative resolutions would be effective upon passage and publication. (T&R – 2004) (Referred from T&R 2018)
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The SDML supports changing the makeup of the local board of equalization to more appropriately reflect the distribution of property tax revenues. (GG – 2008)
26.
The SDML supports legislation to allow a local option for resolutions to be published by title and abbreviated explanation only, with a reference to where the full text can be found. (GG – 2006)
21.
The SDML would support county efforts to impose a penalty of up to $250 for failure to appear at a requested property tax assessment appeal to the Office of Hearing Examiners. (GG – 2017)
27.
The SDML supports legislation to allow publication of bond resolutions, bond ordinances, and franchise ordinances by reference. (GG – 2003)
22.
The SDML supports allowing citizens to vote on their preferred method of receiving public notices. (GG – 2017)
28.
The SDML supports clarifying state law to allow municipalities to purchase brokered and negotiated CD’s that meet FDIC requirements. (Resolutions Committee 2018)
23.
The SDML supports allowing alternative publication options for local governments. (GG – 2003; 2018)
29.
24.
The SDML supports a safe harbor provision for publication errors made by newspapers when legible, timely information has been submitted by the local government for elections. (GG – 2018)
The SDML supports reviewing open meeting laws in conjunction with any Open Government Task Force so long as the SDML is adequately represented. (GG – 2009; 2012)
30.
The SDML would support legislation which prohibits punitive damages from being assessed against an entity that implements reasonable cybersecurity controls. (GG – 2021)
31.
The SDML opposes state regulation of the Health Pool of South Dakota, the South Dakota Public
25.
The SDML supports amending statutes regarding designation of official newspapers to require the newspaper submit the circulation density by local government jurisdiction. (GG – 2011; 2013)
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STATEMENT OF POLICY (CONT) Assurance Alliance, or the SDML Workers’ Compensation Fund. (GG – 2003) 32.
governing bodies officially meet on a regular basis. (GG – 2012)
The SDML supports legislation amending SDCL 34A-6-29 to make the collection of delinquent garbage collection fees consistent with the collection of other delinquent municipal utility fees. (GG – 2006)
COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 37.
The SDML supports allowing a separate and additional class of on-sale liquor licenses for golf courses. (GG – 2003; 2007; 2008)
The SDML supports allowing counties to add a processing fee of up to 5%, or a minimum of $15.00, for the collection of delinquent municipal utility and other service fees and charges and for nuisance actions. (GG – 2016)
38.
The SDML opposes any change to the requirement that alcoholic beverage licenses be given only to a single legal description. (GG – 2000; 21)
39.
The SDML supports legislation to allow funds to be deposited directly to municipalities from the state, rather than going first through the counties. (GG – 2006)
The SDML supports the valuation of platted land based on use, rather than zoning designation, and urges cities and counties to work cooperatively to develop legislation. (GG – 2014)
40.
The SDML supports the public financing toolbox for local governments. (GG – 2014)
35.
The SDML supports changing the vote to create a hospital district to a simple majority. (GG – 2007)
41.
36.
The SDML supports equal treatment of all government facilities which serve as the official office of elected officials or any buildings where
The SDML supports amendments to the Housing Opportunity Fund that promote additional workforce housing. (GG 2021)
42.
The SDML supports legislation to limit increases in affordable housing rental rates. (GG 2021)
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34.
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STATEMENT OF POLICY (CONT) 43.
The SDML supports a reduced rate for ballot publications. (GG – 2009)
44.
The SDML opposes measures on social policy that have a detrimental effect on quality-of-life infrastructure investments and the visitor industry. (SDML Board Adopted 2019)
45.
46.
The SDML recognizes the importance of water, sewer, electric, and other utilities to the economic development of South Dakota. The SDML strongly opposes any measure that would hinder the growth and development of municipal public utilities. (PW – 2019) The SDML supports planning and zoning legislation that will encourage continuity between city and county planning and zoning procedures and reduce ambiguities within the adoption process, enabling municipalities to more effectively adopt and administer their comprehensive plan, zoning regulations, and subdivision regulations. (PW – 2000; 10)
47.
The SDML would strongly oppose any legislation to overrule local zoning or building codes pertaining to mobile homes, manufactured houses or trailer houses. (PW – 2000; 11)
48.
The SDML supports the right and authority of municipalities to have at least an equal voice in platting, zoning, planning, code enforcement, and flood management control in the extraterritorial area. The SDML also supports legislation to enhance municipalities’ ability to gain extraterritorial jurisdiction, and permissive legislation allowing cities and counties to enter into intergovernmental agreements for Urban Growth Areas. (PW – 2000; 12)
54.
The SDML would support legislation to prohibit creation of any entity with municipal powers within five miles of any existing municipal boundaries. (PW – 2015)
55.
The SDML supports revising the business improvement district statutes to allow municipalities and counties to enter into joint projects and to locally determine all rates. (T&R – 2003)
56.
The SDML supports creating incentives within the REDI fund for investment, not just job creation. (T&R – 2003)
57.
The SDML supports making REDI funds available for infrastructure and infrastructure master planning. There is plenty of raw land, but it needs infrastructure before it can be sold to prospects or developed in a timely manner. (T&R – 2003)
58.
The SDML supports allowing maximum local control of tax increment financing (TIF) districts, an economic development tool that has led to millions of dollars in increased property value, benefitting both the state as a whole and the local entities sponsoring the districts, while at the same time maintaining the integrity of the process. (T&R – 2017)
59.
The SDML supports legislation allowing a local vote on up to an additional one cent temporary municipal sales tax to be used for improvement projects. (T&R – 2014)
60.
The SDML supports legislation that directs American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to finance grants and/or principal forgiveness for high priority infrastructure projects through the South Dakota Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources (SDDANR). This state initiative would decrease local costs associated with infrastructure expansion, thereby providing needed incentives for new housing stock and reducing the cost to construct new homes in South Dakota. The SDDANR and its Board of Water and Natural Resources are well-equipped to deploy funds in an efficient, forward-thinking manner. (T&R - 2021)
49.
The SDML supports amendments to annexation laws that increase local authority. (PW – 2000; 9)
50.
The SDML supports legislation to amend SDCL 9-4-1 to exclude “registered voters” from the petition process for annexation of contiguous territory. (Transferred from GG – 2000; 13)
51.
The SDML opposes any legislation which would hinder municipal control of planning, zoning, and development issues within the corporate limits or municipal growth areas. (PW – 2003; 2019)
61.
The SDML would support legislation to provide an exemption from the contractors’ excise tax for homeowners meeting the requirements of the firsttime home buyers program. (T&R – 2021)
52.
The SDML believes municipal governments should be notified of and participate in economic development efforts within their jurisdiction. (PW – 2014)
62.
The SDML supports allowing municipalities to adopt a discretionary formula for up to ten years, regardless of the actions of a surrounding county. (T&R 2021)
53.
The SDML supports state and federal funding for the Lewis and Clark Regional Water System to complete services to South Dakota communities. (PW – 2014) sdmunicipalleague.org | 1.800.658.3633
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STATEMENT OF POLICY (CONT) LOCAL CONTROL AND HOME RULE 63.
The SDML supports the option of municipal ownership of any legalized cannabis licenses.(GG 2021)
upgrading of sewer, stormwater utility, water, and solid waste facilities as mandated by state and federal regulations. (PW – 2000; 2007; 19) 74.
The SDML supports legislation to require that all aviation funds, grants, revenues, taxes or monies from any other source collected previously and in the future be dedicated for aviation use only. (Moved from Taxation and Revenue Committee; 31; 2019)
75.
The SDML supports local ability to adopt additional taxes and fees on legalized cannabis establishments to provide funding for associated increased costs. (Resolutions Committee – 2021)
76.
The SDML supports amending SDCL 6-3-3 to return the required percentage of the vote to pass a joint bond issue to a simple majority. (T&R – 2000; 4)
64.
The SDML supports permissive legislation granting municipalities the power to control the number and the fees for on-sale and off-sale liquor licenses to be granted within the municipality. (GG – 2000; 24)
65.
The SDML supports local control of the sale, use, distribution, marketing, and promotion of tobacco products that are more restrictive than those provided by the Legislature. (GG – 2003)
66.
The SDML strongly supports legislation to distance state laws from Dillon’s Rule. (GG – 2005)
67.
The SDML supports the ability to use drones for any local government purpose. (Resolutions – 2014)
77.
68.
The SDML opposes state legislation limiting municipalities from adopting whichever portions of the International Codes deemed necessary. (PHSW – 2009; 2016)
The SDML strongly supports legislation to amend SDCL 10-52A-2 to allow up to 2 percent “bed, booze, and board” tax. (T&R – 2005)
78.
The SDML supports the local option for an application fee to cover the costs of processing alcoholic beverage licenses. (T&R - 2021)
The SDML recommends that the Department of Transportation, the Legislature, and any county affected, carefully review the financial impact of the transfer of any roads, bridges or highways to the municipality. The SDML supports legislation to require counties and the state to provide to municipalities all maintenance records and bridge inspections prior to the negotiation of a transfer. (PW – 2000; 2010; 1)
79.
The SDML supports legislation requiring counties to notify municipalities of any changes to road and bridge reserve fund levies. (T&R – 2015)
80.
The SDML supports the option to change the Business Improvement District room fee to a percentage basis. (T&R 2019)
70.
The SDML strongly supports legislation affirming the authority of municipal government to control activities and charge for the use by utilities within public rights-of-way within municipal jurisdiction. (PW – 2000; 2)
81.
71.
The SDML opposes any regulation by others of any service provided by or regulated by a municipality. However, the SDML strongly feels that municipalities should be included in any discussion on restructuring of the energy and telecommunication industries. (PW – 2000; 3)
The SDML opposes any legislation that would reduce, remove, repeal or reallocate the municipal sales tax, liquor tax reversion or any other municipal revenues to any other unit of government or that would expand the power to impose a sales or use tax to any other unit of government. (T&R – 2000; 9)
82.
The SDML opposes any further exemptions from the sales tax laws. (T&R – 2000; 10)
83.
The SDML opposes the repeal of the sales tax on groceries. (T&R – 2004)
84.
The SDML supports legislation to allow municipalities to impose an additional tax on the leases or rentals of hotel, motel, campsites, or other lodging accommodations within the municipality. (T&R – 2000; 11)
85.
The SDML opposes any attempt by the state to extend their authority over the collection,
69.
MUNICIPAL FINANCE 72.
The SDML supports efforts to increase Medicaid reimbursement rates for ambulance and emergency medical services. (PHSW – 2016)
73.
The SDML supports continuation, reinstatement, or new state and federal grants and loans, at sustained levels, including State Revolving Fund monies, to local governments to facilitate construction and
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STATEMENT OF POLICY (CONT) administration, and redistribution of the municipal sales tax for any purpose. (T&R – 2000; 12) 86.
The SDML strongly opposes any formula-driven redistribution of sales and use tax revenues. The SDML strongly supports maintaining the current system of returning revenues based on sales actually attributed to that point of delivery. (T&R – 2002; 15)
87.
The SDML supports allowing broad, local-option authority to municipalities that would enable the return of any potential tax revenue increases to entities or persons deemed appropriate by the municipality. (T&R – 2002; 20)
88.
The SDML supports a requirement that all prior debt obligations be covered regardless of any potential initiative, referendum, or legislative action. (T&R – 2002; 22)
89.
The SDML is opposed to de minimus exceptions. (The exceptions do not serve to level the playing field and the collection allowance will reimburse sellers for the costs of collecting the taxes.) (T&R – 2002; 23)
90.
The SDML opposes any municipal funding of a sales tax collection allowance for all sellers, whether in or out of state. (T&R – 2002; 2004; 2012; 2013)
91.
The SDML supports continued local control over local rates and opposes weighted averaging or a stateimposed single rate. (T&R – 2002; 25)
92.
The SDML supports retaining the ability of municipalities to impose, adjust, and determine local rates, protect current revenues, prevent loss of revenue, and to account for any future growth. (T&R – 2002; 26)
93.
The SDML supports reinstatement of the ability to tax Internet services. (T&R – 2002; 2010; 27)
94.
In order to support more accurate financial planning, the SDML supports continued efforts by the Department of Revenue to provide municipalities better and more detailed information on sales tax receipts.
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STATEMENT OF POLICY (CONT) State/Federal Funding 95.
100.
The SDML supports repeal of state taxation on alternative fuels used by local governments and supports federal tax incentives for government purchases of alternative fuel vehicles. (T&R – 2007)
96.
The SDML supports exempting government projects from the contractors’ excise tax. (T&R – 2004; 2015)
97.
The SDML supports exempting government owned and provided materials from the contractors’ excise tax. (T&R – 2015)
98.
99.
The SDML supports legislation to allow a local option, gross receipts tax on alcoholic beverages for the counties to fund public-safety related items. (T&R – 2015) The SDML supports exempting all municipal projects, facilities, and equipment from sales and use taxes, so long as the municipality retains ownership and control, regardless of who installs or operates the facility or equipment. (T&R – 2011)
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The SDML opposes removing or reducing tax exemptions for municipal bonds. (T&R – 2013)
Property Tax 101.
The SDML supports legislation to allow, at local option, the creation of library districts to allow for the equitable funding for libraries that provide service to municipalities, counties, and other overlapping entities. (T&R – 2000; 31)
102.
The SDML opposes any legislation that would shift more of the current property tax levy from ag to nonag property. (T&R – 2000; 32)
103.
The SDML opposes attempts to amend the Constitution to cap the growth of property values and base the value on the acquisition value of property. (T&R – 2005)
104.
The SDML supports continuing liens and encumbrances on property purchased through a tax deed. (T&R – 2013)
105.
The SDML supports legislation to amend SDCL 1013-35 to set the property tax cap at 3% or the rate of inflation, whichever is greater. (T&R – 2015)
106.
The SDML supports enhancing and streamlining the information provided by the county director of equalization to the local board of equalization regarding reassessment plans, growth, and listing of properties inspected during the prior year. (T&R 2018)
User Fees 107.
• Housing Needs Studies • Multifamily Housing Units • Single Family Homes • Home Rehabilitation
The SDML opposes discriminatory charges on county taxpayers living within municipal boundaries for services, including but not limited to 911 emergency services. (T&R – 2012)
MUNICIPAL UTILITIES S O U T H
D A K O T A
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The SDML opposes forced transfer or sale of ownership of state or federally owned dams and power marketing administrations. (PW – 2000; 2010; 15) (Deleted portion moved to Core Beliefs)
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The SDML opposes the practice of the federal government threatening the loss of funding to ensure compliance with federal guidelines. The SDML requests the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources to allow flexibility to water systems to meet water certification requirements and urges the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources to continue monetary assistance and free training for water certification. (PW – 2000; 2008; 16)
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The SDML opposes any legislative and regulatory barriers to the creation of municipal electric utilities and supports the fundamental principle of public power and the right of municipalities to provide any utility service desired by their citizens. (PW – 2004)
111.
The SDML opposes legislation that removes the ability of municipalities to determine responsibility for service lines between the homeowner and the city. (PW – 2005; 2016)
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119.
The SDML supports a mechanism for blighted, vacant, or nuisance properties to assist in the costs of their own remediation, including any asbestos testing and removal. (PHSW – 2014; 2016; 2018)
120.
The SDML opposes the ability of individuals to grow cannabis in their own homes and opposes any outdoor growing of cannabis. (PHSW – 2021)
121.
The SDML supports the right and authority of municipalities to retain local control over all aspects of placement and use of individual alternative power systems. (PW – 2008)
The SDML supports legislation to provide stronger penalties and increase requirements for mandatory vehicle insurance. (PHSW – 2007)
122.
The SDML encourages policymakers at all levels to understand the importance of robust broadband and other technology deployment in rural America to avoid a digital divide between rural and urban citizens. (PW – 2010; 2019)
The SDML supports legislation to remove restrictions which prohibit municipalities from prohibiting the use of phosphates in lawn fertilizers within city limits. (PHSW – 2010)
123.
The SDML supports adoption of the most recent edition of the International Codes, with the option of local amendments. (PHSW – 2013; 2014; 2017)
124.
The SDML strongly supports a statewide task force to review access and resources for the treatment of
The SDML supports amending annexation laws to ensure non-contiguous municipal utility facilities, specifically wastewater treatment plants and landfills, be considered as being within municipal boundaries. (PW – 2012)
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The SDML supports legislation to expand affordable and workforce housing opportunities in South Dakota. (PHSW – 2014; 2018)
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The SDML supports making affordable public and private health care coverage available to all South Dakotans and strongly encourages efforts to expand Medicaid. (PHSW – 2014; 2015; 2016)
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The SDML supports a statewide task force to review access and resources for the treatment of alcoholism, drug addiction, tobacco addiction, and gambling addiction. The SDML calls for the State of South Dakota to assume increased responsibility for funding of detoxification and alcoholic, drug addiction, tobacco addiction, and gambling treatment facilities from state alcohol beverage taxes, tobacco taxes, and gaming revenues. (PHSW – 2000; 2014 CB2; 2015; 2018) (Amended and moved from Core Beliefs)
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The SDML supports efforts to provide diversion for youth and adults, diverting low-level offenders to community services and case management, reducing unnecessary incarceration and justice system involvement while successfully reducing the criminal behavior of participants in diversion. (PHSW – 2021)
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STATEMENT OF POLICY (CONT) mental healthcare and increased funding for services and programs. (PHSW – 2015) 125.
The SDML supports legislation that eliminates any regulatory barriers within state law that prevent or stifle the creation of triage centers, which provide services to those seeking treatment for substance abuse and crisis stabilization for mental health issues. (PHSW – 2019)
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The SDML supports making seatbelt violations a primary offense. (PHSW – 2016)
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The SDML opposes any effort to weaken the statewide smoking ban and will support legislation that strengthens state and local efforts to enforce this prohibition. (PHSW – 2016)
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The SDML supports measures to keep public safety entities viable. (PHSW – 2019)
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The SDML supports a reliable statewide emergency radio system that allows users across the state to communicate within and outside of their agencies. In order to sustain this capability and enhance
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operations locally, statewide, amongst other states, and with federal agencies, the SDML supports continued state funding initiatives to maintain and upgrade the statewide system to the most current national standards for public safety communications (PHSW – 2017; 2018; 2020) 130.
The SDML supports a state funding initiative to mitigate the emerald ash borer infestation, similar to the state’s successful response to the pine beetle infestation. (PHSW 2018; 2020)
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The SDML supports legislation and funding to prevent human and sex trafficking. (PHSW 2018)
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The SDML recommends that the State Department of Transportation analyze and make recommendations to the legislature regarding the adverse effects of state load and length limits on municipal streets, bridges, and traffic patterns regarding state load limits, issuing of permits, or truck lengths. (PW – 2000; 2010; 6)
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The SDML supports the Safe Drinking Water Act; however, the SDML opposes federally mandated drinking water standards unless based upon proven human health risks substantiated by scientific data. The SDML continues to support monetary assistance to public water systems based upon flexible and reasonable incentives. (PW – 2000; 2008; 8; 2019)
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The SDML opposes any US Corps of Engineers’ proposal to levy fees on the storage of water in the Missouri River reservoirs to recover costs of constructing the Missouri River dams as these fees would pose severe economic impacts to municipal and rural water systems in the state. (PW – 2011; 2019)
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The SDML supports efforts to hold telecom wireless companies accountable for all surcharge remittance on wireless services provided. The SDML also supports legislation allowing inflationary increase in the surcharge to keep pace with continued growing costs and inflation. (T&R – 2017)
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The SDML supports expanding the base for the 911 surcharge to include all means of communicating with a 911 system. (T&R – 2005)
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The SDML supports enhanced revenue from the state and federal governments to implement heightened security standards necessitated by any state or federal Homeland Security requirements. (T&R – 2002; 36)
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The SDML endorses the retention of the existing state constitutional right to work law and opposes any state or federal legislation that interferes with or affects that right. While recognizing the right of employees to organize, it is fundamental that each employee be guaranteed individual freedom of choice in joining or not joining a union or other employee organization. (GG – 2000; CB1) The SDML advocates that the cities continue to review and upgrade job safety and health standards for all municipal employees and require the use of safety equipment by municipal employees while on duty. (GG – 2000; CB2)
CB3.
The SDML supports legislation that prohibits violence in the workplace. (GG – 2000; CB3)
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The SDML urges local governing bodies to adopt those portions of the Municipal League Personnel Manual that meet their local needs. (GG – 2000; CB4)
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The SDML encourages member municipalities to allot funding and paid time for employee and officials training and educational opportunities so that municipal service is made more effective and at the same time employees may become qualified for promotion to higher level positions. The SDML encourages municipal employees and officials to join and participate in professional associations, job related organizations, and other continuing education activities and urges cities to allot funding and paid time for such membership and participation. (GG – 2000; CB5)
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The SDML urges municipalities to prepare and adopt Equal Employment Opportunity policies that comply with law. (GG – 2000; CB6; 2013)
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The SDML is opposed to any legislation or administrative rules adopting binding arbitration. (GG – 2000; 2007; CB10)
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The SDML opposes repeal of Article III, Section 26 of the South Dakota Constitution relating to municipal powers denied to private organizations. The SDML opposes any further changes in SDCL 3-18-3 providing for the voting procedure for determination of bargaining unit representation. The SDML supports SDCL 3-18-10 which prohibits strikes by public employees. (GG – 2000; CB11)
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The SDML supports local consideration of “equal pay for equal work” but opposes the development of comparable worth pay systems through DOL rulemaking that advances the notion that government should dictate an organization’s compensation program. (GG – 2000; CB12; 2013)
CB10. The SDML urges cities who do not have a retirement system to join the South Dakota Retirement System after careful fiscal review. (GG – 2000; CB13) CB11. The SDML recommends that municipalities make available health and life insurance coverage for their employees. (GG – 2000; CB14) CB12. The SDML urges municipalities and other units of local government to consider joining the SDML Workers’ Compensation Fund, the South Dakota Public Assurance Alliance, the South Dakota Public Funds Investment Trust, the Health Pool of South Dakota, and SDML Municipal Government Software;
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STATEMENT OF POLICY (CONT) and to review other services available through the SDML. (GG – 2000; CB15) CB13. The SDML opposes any investment of the assets of the South Dakota Retirement System in “social investing” or “venture capital.” (GG – 2000; 5) CB14. The SDML opposes any legislative action allowing a participating entity or group of members being removed from the South Dakota Retirement System. (GG – 2000; 6) Community and Economic Development CB15. The SDML urges all municipalities to adopt a fair housing policy. (GG – 2000; CB16) CB16. The SDML opposes bills similar to the “Bradley Bill” because of the potential environmental, social and economic impacts on the people and governments of South Dakota. (GG – 2000; 20) CB17. The SDML encourages the Governor and the Legislature and the Ellsworth Authority to assist in the efforts to retain Ellsworth Air Force Base as a viable military facility. (GG – 2003; 15) CB18. The SDML urges federal and state support for alternative transportation programs that take into account new technologies, mobility, community quality of life, and demographic trends as well as maintenance of traditional modes of transportation. (GG – 2015; 2016) (Moved from General Policy) CB19. The SDML supports ensuring K-12 education is at the highest academically competitive levels as well as the teaching of basic life skills and responsibilities. (PHSW – 2003) CB20. The SDML supports the use of public and private colleges and universities in producing labor studies and other studies on local needs and resources, and in the development of a statewide master plan for economic development. (PHSW – 2003) CB21. The SDML encourages general education cost forgiveness for South Dakota university and technical school graduates who stay in-state for a specified length of time. (PHSW – 2003; 2010) CB22. The SDML supports the creation of a long-range technology master plan for South Dakota. (PHSW – 2003) CB23. The SDML urges investment in research and development and intellectual property using research triangles and incubator programs to promote these endeavors. (PHSW – 2003)
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CB24. The SDML recognizes that any mismanagement of the Black Hills National Forest is a health, safety and economic development issue for residents of South Dakota. The SDML supports policies that prioritize quality of life and economic development in the Black Hills National Forest. (PHSW – 2003; 2016) CB25. The SDML urges the SD Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources to recognize that environmental regulations cost municipalities an immense amount of money, which could otherwise be spent on economic development and quality of life improvements. The SDML urges DANR to keep environmental regulation as reasonable and affordable as possible for municipalities in South Dakota. (PHSW – 2003) CB26. The SDML recognizes the importance of maintaining the National Science Lab, and strongly supports its continued scientific efforts at the former Homestake mine. (PHSW – 2005; 14) (Moved from General Policy) CB27. The SDML encourages the development of a statewide economic development policy in South Dakota -recognizing that quality of life in communities is a major factor. (PHSW – 2002) (Moved from General Policy) CB28. The SDML believes that municipal and county governments should formulate and control all local planning and zoning programs. (PW – 2000; CB7) CB29. The SDML supports enhanced state and federal funding for water supply and wastewater systems. (PW – 2014; 2018) CB30. The SDML encourages the Legislature and the Governor to review all laws as they pertain to economic development, and to work with municipalities to develop opportunities and remove impediments to development of our communities. (T&R – 2002; 1) Government Ethics and Operations CB31. The SDML endorses the Core Beliefs espoused by the National League of Cities.1 (GG – 2000; CB18) CB32. The SDML encourages municipalities to initiate policies to oppose racial profiling in any municipal activity. (GG – 2000; CB19)
CB33. The SDML strongly supports municipal elections remaining non-partisan. (GG – 2003) CB34. The SDML supports efforts to review and update state statutes related to municipal government
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CB37. The SDML opposes any legislation expanding the power and authority of special districts, sub-districts, cooperatives, and sanitary districts to render services without allowing municipalities the same options. (GG – 2000; CB22)
Local Control and Home Rule CB35. The SDML encourages federal, state, and local government leaders to continue to work with American Indian tribes to resolve taxation, regulatory, environmental and infrastructure issues, and law enforcement concerns. Such efforts should address concerns resulting from the federal government placing land into trust on behalf of American Indian tribes without such tribes having entered into a binding agreement with state and local entities on the collection of taxes, law enforcement, infrastructure and environmental concerns, and regulations. (GG – 2000; CB20)
CB38. The SDML proactively opposes the mandatory OSHA requirements being applied to municipalities. (GG – 2000; 2) CB39. The SDML opposes any legislation which would inhibit municipalities from providing services requested by citizens in whatever form the citizens approve. (GG – 2006) CB40. The SDML opposes any state environmental laws and regulations that are more stringent than existing federal environmental laws, standards and regulations. (PHSW – 2000; CB4)
CB36. The SDML encourages consolidation of the Boards of Equalization with the cooperation of all entities of local government in order to relieve taxpayers of unnecessary burdens and encourages legislation to require counties to consolidate Boards of Equalization when requested by a municipality. (GG – 2000; CB21)
CB41. The SDML encourages standards be developed to provide equal 911 service to all citizens and visitors and encourages cooperative efforts to improve 911 services and efficiency. The SDML opposes mandated consolidation of 911 service centers.
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STATEMENT OF POLICY (CONT) (Adopted at Joint Board Meeting between SDML and SDACC, December,1999; 8; Amended by SDML Board, December, 2006; PHSW – 2016) (Moved from General Policy) CB42. The SDML recommends that streets and highways constructed with state/federal funds be based upon consultation and coordination with the local government. (PW – 2000; CB4) CB43. The SDML urges the Transportation Commission, with input from municipal government, to develop and adhere to an adequate transportation plan and supports the development of an access management model. Further, municipalities must be offered participation in any change affecting their area. (PW – 2000; CB5) CB44. The SDML opposes any state mandated prohibition against the cities’ right to construct with their own crews. (PW – 2003) CB45. The SDML opposes any measure that restricts local control over taxation and spending and urges the defeat of any such measure. Further, the SDML encourages municipalities to work individually and with other local governments to inform citizens of the negative impact of tax and spending limitation measures. (T&R – 2000; CB11)
be provided capabilities of the same level of 911 services as is available to other residents of the jurisdiction. (PHSW – 2000; 1) (Moved from General Policy) CB50. The SDML supports legislation that continues to maintain compliance with the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Act of 1974 and supports legislation for funding compliance. (PHSW – 2000; 2007; 3) (Moved from General Policy) CB51. The SDML supports the right of local jurisdictions to establish firefighting standards. The SDML does not oppose fire standards such as those issued by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) as long as such standards allow municipalities real and substantial flexibility for the way municipalities provide fire and emergency medical services. (PHSW – 2002; 7; 2016) (Moved from General Policy) CB52. The SDML encourages the local units of government to use the funds available from the State of SD to combat West Nile and other mosquito-borne diseases and encourages the State of SD to increase these
CB46. The SDML opposes any attempt to impose a tax or regulation on self-insured local government pools or individual self-insured local government entities. (T&R – 2000; CB12) Public Health and Safety CB47. The SDML believes that the main emphasis of environmental protection should be information and assistance to municipalities and education of the general public. The League urges the State and Federal Government to fully fund programs and provide technical assistance for planning and implementing programs and regulations established by state and federal laws. The League urges continued research and pilot studies in the fields of pollution control, flood control, water and conservation, river siltation, forest management and waste management. (PHSW – 2000; CB1) CB48. The SDML recognizes the costs associated with maintaining and training regional emergency response teams in South Dakota and supports continued funding from the State of South Dakota. (PHSW – 2006; 2007; 2010) (Amended and moved from General Policy) CB49. The SDML supports legislation that requires that users of private telephone switches or services
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STATEMENT OF POLICY (CONT) funds. (PHSW – 2007; 2016) (Amended and moved from General Policy) CB53. The SDML urges cities to continue weekly testing of pools and public bodies of water as previously required by the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources. (PHSW – 2011; 2016) (Moved from General Policy) CB54. The SDML encourages the licensing of building contractors by local units of government to ensure that contractors comply with minimum standards to protect the consumer. (PHSW – 2004) (Moved from main policy statement - 2018) CB55. The SDML urges municipalities to develop ordinances that establish water and energy priorities within the municipality to conserve these resources. Further, the SDML urges municipalities to develop and implement public education programs designated to encourage water and energy conservation methods. (PW – 2000; CB1) CB56. The SDML endorses the wise use of energy and urges local officials to be able to provide adequate input into any energy management or energy standards plan or regulation that affects local government. (PW – 2000; CB2) CB57. The SDML feels strongly that a concerted effort should be made by the state, counties, and cities of this state to eliminate traffic hazards and provide uniform traffic control devices and signing for streets and highways. (PW – 2000; CB3) CB58. The SDML supports the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources establishing water quality standards that protect public health and the environment but opposes EPA mandates that establish national one-size-fits-all standards that do not fit South Dakota because they are overly protective, have negligible environmental benefit, and have a dramatic economic impact to publicly owned wastewater treatment works. (PW – 2011; 2016) (Moved from General Policy) Municipal Finance CB59. The SDML encourages local governments to maintain 911 systems using the Funding Surcharge allowed by SDCL 34-45 (Emergency Reporting Telephone) and encourages legislation to increase this surcharge to fully fund the system. (PHSW – 2000; 2007; 2010; CB3) State/Federal Funding CB60. The SDML strongly supports the federal government honoring all of its funding obligations, including but not limited to federal highway funding and
airport funding. The SDML also strongly supports the continued assistance of the SD Department of Transportation in assuming the local matching portion of federal highway monies. (T&R – 2000; 2010; 2011; CB1) CB61. The SDML supports periodic evaluation and increases in state motor vehicle license fees for the funding of streets and highways and supports exploring other revenue to fund the highway transportation needs of the state. (T&R – 2000; CB2) CB62. The SDML will support legislation to repeal the reduction in license fees for commercial vehicles, based on age of the vehicle. (T&R – 2000; CB3)
CB63. The SDML would oppose any redistribution of the motor fuel taxation that would violate the accord reached by the State and local governments in 1985. (T&R – 2000; CB4) CB64. The SDML supports funding of the South Dakota Local Technical Assistance Program. (T&R – 2000; CB5) CB65. The SDML recognizes that the US Army Corps of Engineers is responsible for the operation and maintenance of dams on the Missouri River, which due to design deficiencies, have caused stream bank erosion, channel sedimentation, and riverbed degradation. Therefore, the cost to operate and maintain the Missouri River system as envisioned in the Flood Control Act of 1944 (Pick-Sloan) should be borne by the Federal Government. (T&R – 2000; CB7) CB66. The SDML supports legislation for state general funds for training programs at the local level required by the state for firefighters and EMS workers and especially including funds to reimburse volunteers for expenses incurred in training. (T&R – 2000; CB8) CB67. The SDML requests that the state financially underwrite the full costs of all law enforcement training that is required by the state. Funds levied for training should be used only for training. Adequate funding of the law enforcement academy is essential to the provision of law enforcement officer training. (T&R – 2000; CB9; 2015) CB68. The SDML supports the provisions of SDCL 6-151 and 6-15-2, relating to unfunded mandates, and believes that any new federal or state program, fee, legislation, rule, or regulation imposed upon municipalities must be federally or state funded. (T&R – 2000; CB10)
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STATEMENT OF POLICY (CONT) CB69. The SDML supports repeal of state taxation on fuels used by local governments. (T&R – 2003; 31)
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CB70. The SDML believes that whenever possible and proper, additional local government costs should not be funded through increased real estate taxes, but through appropriate user fees or user tax systems or any other non-ad valorem revenue sources. (T&R – 2000; 33) CB71. The SDML supports continued state and federal financing at sustained levels to local governments for projects rehabilitating and preserving water quality in South Dakota streams, rivers, lakes and aquifers. (T&R – 2000; 29) (Moved from General Policy) CB72. The SDML supports developing an open, stronger, more cooperative working relationship with the SD Department of Revenue. (T&R – 2010; 2012) (Moved from General Policy) CB73. The SDML supports federal funding, including the “state-side” share of the Land and Water Conservation Fund, on the condition that the state continues its practice of sharing those funds with municipalities. (T&R – 2000; 2016; 30) (Amended and moved from General Policy)
CB80. The SDML opposes the imposition of any federal or state taxes, fees, or regulations that would have an effect upon municipally owned enterprises or utilities. (T&R – 2000; 2016; 37; 2019) (Moved from General Policy) ■ 1
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CB75. The SDML supports the rights of municipalities to establish electric utility systems to provide service within their corporate limits and adjacent urban growth areas. (PW – 2006) CB76. The SDML opposes any legislation limiting or eliminating a municipal electric utility’s right to serve customers facilitated by annexation and/or condemnation. (PW – 2006) CB77. The SDML encourages the state and federal government to maintain dams in a safe and usable condition. (PW – 2010) (Partially moved from General Policy) CB78. The SDML supports the continued training and certification of water, wastewater, electrical workers, and landfill operators. (PW – 2000; 2004; 2010; 17) (Moved from General Policy)
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2021-2022 MUNICIPAL/SCHOOL ELECTION WORKSHOPS The Secretary of State's office, Associated School Boards of South Dakota and the South Dakota Municipal League will again cosponsor webinar workshops covering all aspects of elections - from notices to the final canvass. Webinar Workshops – All aspects of elections will be covered over 6 different webinar workshops -Webinars are free of charge. New Finance Officers and Business Managers should attend all 6 webinars, if possible. -Two identical Webinars will be held on each date. Choose one to attend on each date. -Those who register to attend will be emailed the login and call-in information one week prior to each workshop. *Fill out a separate form for each attendee. Check the box in front of the time you wish to attend for each date. Webinar 1 – Thursday December 9, 2021 Estimated time 45+ minutes. 9:30 am or 2:30 pm (Central Time) Check one: x Election Types and Date (don’t forget to set your election date) x Combining elections vs. holding elections on the same day x Election Calendar (appoint your election boards sooner rather than later) x Precinct and Election Boards x Public Notices x Walk through the Secretary of State’s website and the Legislative Research Council’s site Webinar 2 – Wednesday, December 15, 2021 Estimated time 70+ minutes 9:30 am or 2:30 pm (Central Time) Check one: x Candidate Eligibility Requirements x Petitions – Forms, Deadlines, Signature Requirements (change for cities) and Counting Signatures (walk through petition checklist). New petition challenge law. x What if no one files? x Financial Interest Statements (must be filed every year now for applicable cities and schools) x Vacancies –What Creates a Vacancy and How to Fill It x Campaign Finance (for applicable cities and schools) – Who is Required to File, Restrictions, Disclaimers and Forms Webinar 3 – Thursday, March 3, 2022 Estimated time 40+ minutes 9:30 am or 2:30 pm (Central Time) Check one: x Ballot Preparation x Who Can Vote – Voter Registration and Residency Webinar 4 – Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Estimated time 60+ minutes 9:30 am or 2:30 pm (Central Time) Check one: x Absentee Voting – Application, Voting In-Person or by Mail, UOCAVA Voters (walk through SOS handout) Webinar 5 – Thursday, March 17, 2022 Estimated time 1.5 + hours 9:30 am or 2:30 pm (Central Time) Check one: x Election Worker Training – you may use this to train your election workers. x Walk through the Precinct Manual as a guide on “What to do on Election Day.” Webinar 6 – Thursday, March 24, 2022 Estimated time 30+ minutes 9:30 am or 2:30 pm (Central Time) Check one: x What to ask your county auditor for (VR list, schools make sure to ask for all the counties your district covers) x What should you, as the person in charge of the election, do on Election Day? x Counting, Canvassing and Recounting – Provisional Ballots, Duties of Canvassers and Recount Process Municipality:_________________________________________________________________ Name: __________________________ Title:_____________________ Email: ________________________________ *Please return this completed form by November 30, 2021 to the SDML at Lisa@sdmunicipalleague.org 208 Island Drive, Ft. Pierre, South Dakota 57532 x 605-224-8654 x fax 605-224-8655 x Lisa@sdmunicipalleague.org
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CONFERENCE RECAP
SDML CONFERENCE RETURNS WITH ENGAGED CROWDS After a virtual conference in 2020, the annual SDML conference returned for an impressive in-person session in Spearfish on Oct. 5-8. With just over 300 people registered, attendance was consistent with previous conferences, but organizers noticed increased engagement and interaction this year.
“Not only were sessions well-attended, but there were great follow-up questions and discussions that continued into the hallway afterwards,” says Yvonne Taylor, SDML Executive Director. “I think we all realized how important physical presence is when networking and collaborating. It’s much easier to do great things together when you can actually be together.” The conference featured sessions on several timely topics, including cybersecurity, marijuana legalization, and redistricting. Networking time allowed colleagues to connect and for attendees to visit with exhibitors. The conference was held at the Holiday Inn Convention Center in Spearfish. Next year’s conference will take place in Watertown on Oct. 4-7, 2022. ■
A crowd listens to a panel discussion on marijuana legalization Oct. 8. Presentations were well-attended at the 2021 SDML Conference, which returned to in-person sessions this year.
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ERICKSON RECEIVES EXCELLENCE IN MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT AWARD Christine Erickson, City Councilor of Sioux Falls, was named the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Municipal Government Award. The award is presented by the South Dakota Municipal League each year to a municipal employee or elected official who has made significant contributions to their municipality and community. “Christine has a passion for her city and her state,” says Sioux Falls City Councilor Marshall Selberg, who nominated Erickson for the award. “She sets big goal, tackles daunting projects, and most importantly - she delivers results time and again.” E ri c kson’s acc omp lishme n ts include partnering with other council
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members to support workforce development, seeking funding for innovation-focused economic development, working on a comprehensive housing strategy, and developing the first ride-sharing ordinance and service in South Dakota. Erickson has served her local community on the Sioux Falls city council for the past eight years. She also shares her skills and passion as a member of the South Dakota Municipal League Board of Trustees, and as an active member of several community organizations. She previously served in the SD House of Representatives. Selberg says Erickson works hard in any role she takes on to improve her home, neighborhood, and town.
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Lt. Governor Larry Rhoden poses with Christine Erickson, recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Municipal Government Award.
“Christine is loyal, hardworking, tough, and has a big heart,” he adds. “She is a good one to have on your side.” Lt. Governor Larry Rhoden presented the award to Erickson Oct. 7 at the Excellence in South Dakota Municipal Government luncheon during the annual conference in Spearfish. ■
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SDML ELECTS NEW LEADERSHIP A possible record crowd attended the annual business meeting Oct. 8 in Spearfish, where SDML members approved incoming leadership for 2021-2022. Steve Allender, mayor of Rapid City, accepted the role of president. In his address, he encouraged members to be involved, be heard, and be passionate.
TOP: Steve Allender addresses the membership as 2021-2022 SDML president. BOTTOM: Allender accepts the gavel from outgoing president Debbra Houseman Oct. 8 in Spearfish.
"I believe that city government is the most important level of government," he said. "The League is here to amplify the city voice in South Dakota." Allender also stressed the importance of working together - with
each other, but also with other government entities - in order to make a difference. Allender succeeds Debbra Houseman, Lake Andes, as president after an unprecedented twoyear term. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, all 2020-2021 League positions were carried over from the previous year, the only time that has occurred in the history of the League. Duties for new positions began immediately. The full list of the 20212022 SDML leadership can be found online and on page three of this publication. ■
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In addition to meetings and professional development sessions, the SDML conference offered several opportunities for participants to interact in a more casual setting. TOP LEFT: Opening entertainment for the President's Reception Thurs. night was provided by SDML staff David Pfeifle and Yvonne Taylor, Abigail Nold (daughter of Lisa), and SDML staffer Lisa Nold. The group entertained with classic songs like Fleetwood Mac's "Landslide" and several sing-alongs, including a South Dakota version of Willie Nelson's and Merle Haggard's "It's All Going to Pot" with lyrics customized by Pfeifle. TOP RIGHT: Comedian Brad Upton closed out the entertainment Thurs. night with relatable jokes covering everything from teenagers to marriage to aging not-so-gracefully. BOTTOM RIGHT: A group takes the "party bus" downtown to the Passport to Spearfish event Wed. night. Just out of frame is Michelle DeNeui, Spearfish, who rode the bus throughout the night to play tour guide to participants. ■
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SDML HALL OF FAME 2021 INDUCTEES The SDML Hall of Fame honors elected and appointed officials and employees who have served municipalities in South Dakota for 20 or more years. Inductees were recognized during the annual conference on Oct. 7 at the Excellence in South Dakota Municipal Government Award Luncheon.
SUE FALCONER
ARLINGTON | 26 YEARS Sue has worked with the Arlington community for over 50 years in various areas. Being a graduate of Arlington High School, she has been in charge of several All-School Reunions. Shortly after graduation, Sue began working at Citizens State Bank in a variety of departments for 24 years. Sue then took over as Finance Officer with the City of Arlington where she has served for over 26 years. Sue is an active member at Badger Lutheran Church where she served as Sunday School superintendent and music director for 30 years. She is currently the financial secretary and a member of the choir. Sue is the proud mother of four and grandmother of five. She spends her spare time in bleachers cheering them on in various activities. Sue plans to retire in the spring.
DANIEL WALDNER
BADGER | 35 YEARS Daniel F. Waldner retired from the Town of Badger, SD, in May 2021 after 35 years of service. In 1972 Dan moved to Badger and became a volunteer fireman. He began a 15-year term as Badger Town Treasurer in 1986. In 2001, Dan was elected to the Badger Town Board as Council Trustee and served in that capacity for 20 years. In addition to his Town Board duties, Dan could often be found helping maintain the “neat little town” with its sewer, roads, potholes, dump ground, schoolhouse sump pump, and Christmas lights. In May 2021, the Badger Town Board honored Dan with an open house retirement party, complete with a dinner and live band.
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COLLEEN ANDERSON
BELLE FOURCHE | 20 YEARS Colleen has been a dedicated team member of the Belle Fourche Rec Center since 2001. Colleen started as a group fitness instructor and has stepped into many roles over the years. She was involved in Camp Oasis as a program aide and coordinator, and most recently has filled in as building manager. Colleen’s loyalty, willingness to help, and her reliable and kind personality help to make our center successful. We are very grateful for Colleen and all she does to serve our community.
SCOTT KELLOGG
CUSTER | 21 YEARS Scott was hired as the inter-department opperator for the City of Custer in April of 2001. He was promoted to Public Works Supervisor in October of 2006 and is set to retire in February of 2022. Scott has been busy passing his years of knowledge down to the crew.
ROBERT MORRISON
CUSTER | 24 YEARS After serving as public works director with the City of Custer for 24 years, Bob retired in January of 2020. Bob was involved in many organizations such as the Custer YMCA, SDWWA, SDWARN, SBHWS, and more. Bob is greatly appreciated for the support, dedication and knowledge given to the Public Works Department over the years.
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R. SCOTT CAMPBELL
FREDERICK | 35 YEARS Scott graduated from Frederick High School and received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from USD. He started working at the First National Bank of Frederick after graduating from college in 1987. Scott’s community involvement includes Town Council Member since 1988 and Board Chairman since 2012, Frederick Development Corporation, past WEB water development director, NECOG-DC Board Member, Past Board Member and Chairman of the Independent Community Bankers of SD, Elm Valley Community Club, Frederick Area Fire Department and is an EMT for Frederick Ambulance. Scott and his wife, Teresa, have two sons, Casson and Dane. The Town of Frederick is very appreciative of the time and energy Scott has dedicated to our town.
RON HOFTIEZER
MILLER | 34 YEARS Ronald J. Hoftiezer, Sr. was hired at the City of Miller on Oct. 5, 1987, to the position of street operator and took over as superintendent on July 1, 1998. Ron graduated from Miller High School in 1985. He has served on Miller’s volunteer fire department since July of 1988. He is married to his wife, Julie, and has one son, Ronald Jr., and one daughter, Hiedi. Ron enjoys fishing with his dad and helping his wife at her restaurant, The Ranch Café in Miller.
TERRY MANNING
MILLER | 25 YEARS Terry L. Manning was hired at the City of Miller on March 27, 1996, to the position of water operator and took over as superintendent in July 2016. He has overseen the massive $23.9 million water/sewer/ storm sewer project in Miller since 2016 along with a municipal airport CIP project totaling $2.7 million. Terry graduated from Miller High School in 1982. He has served as an EMT and a volunteer firefighter since 1990. He is married to his wife, Kim, and has one son, Jason, and one daughter, Katie. Terry enjoys car races, camping at Lake Louise over Memorial Day weekend, and attending the South Dakota State Fair as an EMT every year.
JOE ZELLER
MILLER | 24 YEARS Joe D. Zeller was elected to Alderman Ward II in May of 1991 and has served 24 cumulative years. During this time there were multiple airport projects, a buried electric system, and replacement of water and sewer within the city. He has also volunteered on the board for On Hand Economic Development since 2009. Joe graduated from Miller High School in 1972. He is married to his wife, Gail, and has two sons, Adam and Aaron, and one daughter, Adrienne. Joe has run his own construction business in Miller since 1977. He also does the maintenance at the Miller Plaza and Kanyon Krossing Apartments. He enjoys spectating at the baseball diamonds during the summer and is involved in most community events. You will find Joe shoveling snow at multiple locations around town as a good Samaritan.
MIKE WOLF
PARKSTON | 22 YEARS Mike Wolf has worked for the City of Parkston since 1999. Mike has put a lot of sweat and work into the City of Parkston to make it what it is today - whether that's sweeping streets at 2 a.m. after a storm or up all night plowing snow to make sure the streets would be clear for people to get where they are going safely. The City of Parkston is lucky to have such a knowledgeable individual apart of crew. The City of Parkston staff would like to thank him for his many years of service!
MICHELLE DENEUI
SPEARFISH | 20 YEARS Michelle started in Aug. 2001 as a police dispatcher with the Police Department, working in both part and full-time positions. In Feb. 2005, she was promoted to finance accountant and in March of 2011, she was promoted to assistant finance officer. Michelle was granted a professional certification as a Certified Governmental Financial Managers in October of 2016. In 2018, Michelle completed the Master of Professional Accountancy program through the University of South Dakota with a cumulative GPA of 3.7. June of 2019, Michelle was promoted once again, this time to finance officer for the city.
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STEVE HOFMANN
SPEARFISH | 20 YEARS Steve started with the City of Spearfish in March of 2001 as a police officer. In April of 2003, Steve was assigned as the school resource officer. In Dec. 2005, Steve was promoted to police corporal and then to police sergeant in March of 2010. Most recently, Steve was reassigned to police sergeant over investigations. Steve is an essential part of the team that has been building a positive culture within the department since 2001.
PAT ROTERT
SPEARFISH | 20 YEARS Pat started with the City of Spearfish in June of 2001 as the chief of police. He is the longest serving chief of police in the history of the Spearfish Police Department, serving for just over 18 years. Pat was instrumental in creating a work environment which fostered trust and respect within the police department. In August of 2019, Pat was promoted to the public safety director. He assisted in creating the first Department of Public Safety for the city, where he currently oversees the police, fire, building services, and the code enforcement divisions.
KATHY DYKSTRA
STURGIS | 22 YEARS Kathy Dykstra, or Miss Kathy as she is fondly known by the children of Sturgis, has been the children’s librarian for the Sturgis Public Library since 1999. Kathy’s warm energy and enthusiasm for reading greets children as they come into the library. Kathy is a wizard with crafts and projects, creating the most amazing things. Kathy served for many years as the rural schools’ librarian traveling all over western Meade County. Most recently Kathy capably switched to virtual children’s storytime and summer reading programs during Covid. Kathy has just become the circulation librarian, taking on new challenges.
There is no greater challenge and there is no greater honor than to be in public service. Condoleezza Rice
Former U.S. Secretary of State
DAN CASS
STURGIS | 24 YEARS Dan Cass joined the City of Sturgis as a Mechanic in April 1997 and continues to help keep our fleet in operations. Dan’s knowledge of equipment and vehicles is deep. There isn’t a vehicle or piece of equipment in the City fleet that Dan hasn’t worked on. Dan often performs miracles during the Rally to return vehicles to operation. Dan is always one to participate in the holiday celebrations and has enjoyed watching the staff toy drive grow every year. Dan doesn’t just stay in the shop – he gets out and drives truck to help with PWD’s snow removal efforts.
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SCOTT LENSEGRAV
STURGIS | 20 YEARS Chief Scott Lensegrav has been a member of the Sturgis Volunteer Fire Department since May 2001. Scott started as a volunteer firefighter and served many years as an assistant chief before being named chief in 2019. In 2016, Scott was honored with the Sturgis Municipal Medal of Honor for his lifesaving heroism at a residential fire. Scott also serves as a mechanic for the City of Sturgis, keeping our ambulance and fire vehicles and equipment operational. (Scott is also a firefighter / EMT for the Rapid City Fire Department.) Scott’s dedication and commitment to the Sturgis community is extremely valued.
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DOYLE SCHAEFER
STURGIS | 24 YEARS Doyle Schaefer started with the Streets Department for the City of Sturgis in November 1997. In February 1999, he transferred to Parks and continues to serve as a Parks Maintenance Tech. Doyle was involved in building all the current shelters and structures in the parks system. He especially enjoyed watching the 6th Street Park come together in the green space near our Community Center. Being a senior employee, he took on a leadership role in the Parks Division while a new superintendent was being sought. Doyle’s work ethic and attention to detail are evident in the upkeep of the city's many parks.
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DOUG WAGNER
STURGIS | 23 YEARS Doug Wagner started with the Sanitation Department for the City of Sturgis in May 1998. He transferred to Streets in 2009 and is currently a heavy equipment operator. Doug has been an integral part of the crews that made repairs following several Bear Butte Creek flooding events. Doug also played a role in seeing the improvements to the many railroad crossings. Doug will sleep on a cot in the PWD shop to make sure he is at work to remove snow after a winter blizzard. Doug is a dedicated employee who has developed good working relationships with his coworkers.
JIM KITTERMAN
WALL | 30 YEARS Jim Kitterman was born and raised in Wall, South Dakota. He is an active community member and is currently serving his 37th year with the Wall Volunteer Fire Department. He also serves on the board for the Eastern Pennington County Ambulance District. He began his career with the City of Wall as a council member from 1990 to 2001 and then became a public works employee from 2002 until retiring in 2021. Jim is married to Jami and they have two daughters and one granddaughter. ■ sdmunicipalleague.org | 1.800.658.3633
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AAA Collections and Advanced Asset Alliance Bartlett & West IMEG Interstate Engineering KLJ Stockwell Engineers Terrasite Design Qualtrics Wells Fargo
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CONFERENCE EXHIBITORS AAA COLLECTIONS AN ADVANCED ASSET ALLIANCE COMPANY ADVANCED DRAINAGE SYSTEMS AE2S AMERICAN COUNCIL OF ENGINEERING COMPANIES OF SD AVERA EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM BANNER ASSOCIATES, INC. BANYON DATA SYSTEMS BARTLETT & WEST BROSZ ENGINEERING BURBACH AQUATICS, INC. – ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS
IMEG INFRASTRUCTURE DESIGN GROUP, INC. INTERSTATE ENGINEERING ISG KLJ MAGUIRE IRON, INC. MCGOUGH CONSTRUCTION METERING AND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS MILBANK WINWATER WORKS NELSON AUTO CENTER NELSON GRANITE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT 3
BUTLER MACHINERY COMPANY
RDO EQUIPMENT COMPANY - FARGO
COLLIERS SECURITIES
SANITATION PRODUCTS
CONNECTIONS INC EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
SHORT ELLIOTT HENDRICKSON INC. (SEH)
COOPERATIVE PURCHASING CONNECTION
SD DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES
CORE & MAIN
SD PUBLIC ASSURANCE ALLIANCE
D.A. DAVIDSON & CO.
SD DEPARTMENT OF GAME, FISH AND PARKS
DAKOTA SUPPLY GROUP
SD DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DGR ENGINEERING
SDML WORK COMP FUND ADMINISTERED BY INSURANCE BENEFITS, INC.
FAMILY MEMORIALS BY GIBSON FIRST INTERSTATE FIRSTNET BUILT WITH AT&T GENPRO ENERGY SOLUTIONS GEOSTABILIZATION INTERNATIONAL (GSI)
SD PUBLIC FUNDS INVESTMENT TRUST (FIT) SOUTH DAKOTA CHAPTER – AMERICAN CONCRETE PAVEMENT ASSOCIATION (ACPA/ SDRMCA)
GEOTEK ENGINEERING
SOUTH DAKOTA ASSOCIATION OF RURAL WATER SYSTEMS
HOUSTON ENGINEERING, INC.
SPN/HELMS & ASSOCIATES
HDR
STOCKWELL ENGINEERS, INC.
HEALTH POOL OF SOUTH DAKOTA
TERRASITE DESIGN
HK SOLUTIONS GROUP
THOMSON REUTERS
HOLOPHANE AND AMERICAN ELECTRIC LIGHTING
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2022 Annual Report Workshops The South Dakota Municipal League and the South Dakota Department of Legislative Audit are cosponsoring on-line Zoom workshops on preparing this year’s annual report. Remember, annual reports are required to be filed by ALL municipalities. The workshops are brought to you free of charge and will be conducted by the staff of the Department of Legislative Audit. Finance officers, clerks, auditors and treasurers should plan to attend. The workshops will provide guidance on all types of annual report forms. If you have questions on which workshop you should attend please call Rod Fortin with Legislative Audit at 605-367-5810. Please have available your current or previous year’s annual report to use as reference material along with any questions you may have. Large Cities (Cash Basis): Those with $600,000 or more in revenue. x Wednesday, January 5, 2022 10:00am - 12:00pm CST Large Cities (GAAP Basis): Those with $600,000 or more in revenue. x Thursday, January 6, 2022 10:00am - 12:00pm CST Small Cities: Those with less than $600,000 in revenue. x Thursday, January 13, 2022 10:00-11:00am CST DEADLINE for Registration is ONE WEEK PRIOR to each meeting. -Those who register to attend will be emailed the Zoom login information one week prior to each workshop.
Annual Report Workshops Registration MUNICIPALITY _____________________________________________________________________________ Name
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Please return to: South Dakota Municipal League, 208 Island Drive, Fort Pierre, SD 57532, Fax: 605-224-8655 email: lisa@sdmunicipalleague.org
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DEADWOOD
DEADWOOD HISTORY, INC.
The partnership between the City of Deadwood and the nonprofit organization Deadwood History, Inc. (DHI) began more than 90 years ago and is still going strong today. The person responsible for creating this partnership was William Emery Adams: Deadwood pioneer, six-term mayor, successful businessman, and generous civic benefactor.
WIL D B I LL STAUT E
In 1930, while much of the country was feeling the devastating effects of the Great Depression and concerned about the future, Adams was focusing his attention on the past, specifically Deadwood’s remarkable history. He knew if all of the historical artifacts, documents, and firsthand stories in the community were not collected, preserved, and shared, they could be lost forever. With great foresight and encouragement from family and friends, Adams fully funded the building of a state-of-the-art museum to honor Deadwood’s past. When construction was complete, Adams deeded the new facility to the City of Deadwood, stipulating that an independent organization be created to manage the historic collections and day-today operations.
experience, care for thousands of artifacts and archive materials, host quality public programs, and create educational and engaging exhibits. In 2000, the Historic Adams House, a Queen Anne-style Victorian home built in 1892, was brought into the partnership. The City purchased the house in 1996 and then underwent a meticulous two-year restoration with the intention of providing tours. Realizing the existing partnership with Deadwood History, Inc. worked so well at the Adams Museum, this same arrangement was entered into at the Historic Adams House. For more than 20 years, the architecturally impressive historic home - complete with original furnishings has been welcoming visitors from all over the world. Fast forward to the year 2011 when another property was added to the partnership. The Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center houses more than 20,000 cubic feet of the finest archival materials documenting the history of Deadwood and the Black Hills. It also hosts an impressive array of educational, entertaining, and engaging public programs for community residents and visitors. Just one year later, in 2012, the partnership grew again when the Days of ’76 Museum officially began greeting visitors from all over the country to the impressive new facility. This property was built to house an extensive and
Under this partnership, the city manages and assumes responsibility for the upkeep of the buildings, including the HVAC systems, roof repairs, lawn care, façade appearances, lighting, and more. Deadwood History, Inc.’s responsibility is to give visitors an unforgettable TH E BR OTH E L DEADWO O D
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valuable collection of animal-powered vehicles that are the main attraction in the annual Days of ’76 Celebration. It also houses an impressive array of pioneer, Native American, and celebration memorabilia. The most recent enterprise between the two entities is The Brothel Deadwood, located on the second floor of a former brothel that operated on Deadwood’s Main Street. The Brothel Deadwood tells the 104-year history of prostitution and the brothels in Deadwood, which until now was an often underrepresented and misrepresented part of Deadwood’s history. It is a unique, adaptive reuse of a Main Street historic building whose second floor sat vacant and ignored for more than 40 years. With this unique and long-lasting partnership, the City of Deadwood and Deadwood History, Inc. have raised historic preservation standards. ■ H IS TOR IC ADAM S HO USE
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2022 FMCSA Changes May Impact CDL Costs JOSHUA J. BAUMGART & LISA MARSO For example, school in the South Dakota area charge as follows:
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has passed a new training regulation which poses new requirements to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). The Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) rule will come into effect as of February 7, 2022. The ELDT establishes minimum training requirements for entry-level operators of Commercial Motor Vehicle’s (CMV) for interstate and intrastate commerce. This rule will apply to drivers that are attempting to: • Obtain a Class A or Class B CDL for the first time; • Upgrade an already existing Class B CDL to a Class A CDL; or • Obtain a school bus (S), passenger (P), or hazardous materials (H) endorsement for the first time. Note that drivers that have already obtained a valid CDL or a P, S, or H endorsement before February 7, 2022 will not be subject to the new ELDT requirements, unless they plan to upgrade their existing Class B CDL to a Class A CDL. The ELDT rules do not create any new exceptions (e.g. exempting out small employers). But any individual who currently meets the exceptions for skills tests as listed under 49 CFR Part 383 still remains exempt from the new ELDT requirements. Employers should note that the ELDT training courses are required to be administered by a Training Provider that is listed on the FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry (TPR) and the training must be appropriate to the license/endorsement for which that person is seeking. 34
Southeast Technical College $5500 for a Class A CDL course Western Dakota Tech $3,999 for Class A CDL course plus $196 in additional costs Mitchell Tech $4,197 for program tuition and fees, plus $1056 in additional costs
Employers should also be aware that after February 7, 2022, if their existing employees need a CDL upgrade, or are obtaining their CDL for the first time, the employer will likely have to cover/reimburse the fees charged for ELDT training. Now is a great time to review job descriptions and determine which positions listing a CDL requirement are necessary according to the job duties. Additionally, knowing which positions may require a CDL upgrade ahead of time could save on costs. It is also important to note that employers may but are not required to cover expenses for new employees to obtain their CDL. For example, if a new job applicant applies for a position that requires a Class B CDL but they do not yet have one, the employer may help pay for fees incurred for the CDL certification but it is not required. Employers are encouraged to evaluate these issues prior to February of 2022, particularly as costs required for CDL courses can get expensive.
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Lake Area Tech $4,200 for 4-week training course Learn more about the regulations at www.ecfr.gov. DFR references are 49 DFR 380, 49 CFR 383, and 49 CFR 384. ■ Joshua J. Baumgart, Boyce Law Firm, LLP Intern (J.D. Candidate May 2022) Lisa Marso, Boyce Law Firm, LLP, lkmarso@boycelaw.com
GRANT OPPORTUNITY Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) Deadline: Dec. 1, 2021 Local governments can apply for a portion of $1 million in funding now available through the BRIC program. The federal program funds natural hazard risk mitigation activities that promote climate adaptation and resilience with respect to those hazards. Apply online via FEMA GO to the State Office of Emergency Management by COB on Dec. 1, 2021.
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SOUTH DAKOTA municipal STREET MAINTENANCE ASSOCIATION ———————————————– An Affiliate of the South Dakota Municipal League –––
SDMSMA Scholarship Application Name: _______________________________ Title: _____________________________________________ City Representing: _______________________ Email Address: ___________________________________ Mailing address: _________________________________________________________________________ Name/Type of course you wish to attend: ______________________________________________________ Location and Date: _________________________________Length of course: ________________________ Describe how this course will enhance your knowledge for your current job duties or prepare you for a future career in Public Works. ____________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ Amount Requested:
Tuition: Other Expenses:
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______________________________________ Signature and Date An applicant may apply for one of the following Scholarship categories per year. Please check the category this application is for: __Public Works Training Scholarship Funds: x Funds may be used for both in state and out of state training. x Applicant must be a member of the South Dakota Municipal Street Maintenance Association. x A copy of applicant’s City Council or Direct Supervisor’s approval to attend the training must be received with the application. x The Scholarship fund allows for up to $1000.00 per year. These funds may be awarded to more than one applicant at the discretion of the SDMSMA Board. __ Technical School Course Scholarship Funds: x Funds must be used for an individual that is pursuing a Municipal Public Works career. x Applicant must either be a member of the SDMSMA or be a student sponsored by a member of the SDMSMA. If a student applicant is sponsored by a member a letter of support from the sponsor must be received with the application. Please contact the South Dakota Municipal League for your local SDMSMA member’s contact information. x A copy of the course description that includes the cost must be included with the application. x The Scholarship fund allows for up to four $750 awards per year. Reimbursement for expenses will be made upon receipt of documentation of course completion from award recipient. Please submit the completed application to SDML, 208 Island Drive, Ft. Pierre, SD 57532 or fax to 605-224-8655 no later than January 15, 202 , to be considered for the scholarship. Applications will be reviewed, and notification of award given by February 15, 202 .
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CHRIS HILL DIRECTOR OF MUNICIPAL ELECTRICAL SERVICES
Annual Meeting Review Spearfish has always been a special place for me since my grandpa graduated from Black Hills State University in 1965. I have only been to Spearfish a handful of times, but I am always fascinated with the beautiful landscape and unique layout of the hillside community. This year I was unable to attend the SDML golf tournament, but I always look forward to that event as it is always a great time to network and meet new city employees. I do recommend that anyone attending the SDML annual conference to participate in the golf tournament whenever they can. After the SDML golf tournament this year, Heartland Consumers Power District and Missouri River Energy Services hosted a South Dakota Public Power event and invited all of their member communities to enjoy hors
d’oeuvres and comradeship with other municipal electric utility communities. Special thanks to Heartland and MRES for getting our municipal electric communities together. The South Dakota Municipal Electric Association meeting and annual business meeting took place on Wednesday morning. There were 24 people in attendance and the meeting was kicked off by yours truly giving a year-in review of the SDMEA, highlighted by the reveal of the new SDMEA website that will be a great opportunity for our municipalities to get involved and take the opportunity to market for our public power municipalities. The SDMEA will also be offering associate membership opportunities that will benefit by having more interaction and advertising opportunities with our member municipalities for the associate members. Please reach out to me if you are interested and watch for emails from the SDMEA for opportunities to become an associate member! Next, we heard from Senator Casey Crabtree and Kelly Dybdahl from Heartland about economic development opportunities and our role as municipal employees. From workforce housing to daycares, we have a lot of challenges that face us but the key takeaway that I had from Senator Crabtree is finding out who to contact for help for your specific community. Reaching out to the SDMEA, Heartland, and MRES can be a starting point for our member communities, and we will help in any way that we can.
Senator Casey Crabtree presents on Economic Development to the SD Municipal Electric Association Oct. 6 in Spearfish.
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After our presentation on economic development, we heard about another interesting topic - electric vehicles (EVs). Kurt Hauser from
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Missouri River Energy Services was our presenter and did a great job of explaining the current issues that we as electric providers may face. Kurt also pointed out that there are more and more EVs being produced by major car companies. Naturally, after the presentation it seems like I see more and more commercials for electric vehicles. If anyone has any questions, please let me know and I will get you in touch with Kurt for more information!
who is great for our municipalities and is also great to the league staff. League staff: Lori Butler, Lisa Nold, Lori Martinec, Carla McGregor, and Sandi Larson once again did a wonderful job running a great conference. Newcomer Emilie Miller had big shoes to fill and did so wonderfully as the conference was as smooth as each of the previous conferences that I have attended. Hats off to her for stepping in and helping it to be smooth.
When Kurt finished his presentation, we began the SDMEA annual business meeting. We had our trustee election and trustees Mike Antonson and Monty Munkvold had terms ending in 2021. Bert Magstadt was appointed to the election committee and cast a unanimous ballot to re-elect Mike and Monty to a threeyear term. We are also looking forward to our SDMEA Conference and Technology Expo in 2022 and are excited to have any employees from our member communities attend our meeting to learn more about municipal electrics. Be on the lookout for emails and information for the SDMEA conference.
My last thank you would be the Spearfish Holiday Inn Convention Center Staff. They did a great job of being proactive and efficient for the conference. They seemed to take pride in hosting the conference and their hard work showed me why their HOMETOWN is great! ■
Finally, I want to praise the SDML staff for another great conference. With a recent back injury, I wasn’t able to fulfill my role of picking things up and setting them down, so I have to thank them for all they do. Executive Director Yvonne Taylor completed the one task that I know that I am responsible for and had the hospitality room all picked up on Friday morning before I even had a chance to help. Mayor Mike Grosek from Webster, Al Cerny from Gregory and I typically handle the cleanup duties and had set a time to meet and get it all cleaned up. When I walked in, Yvonne had everything picked up and loaded. She is an amazing person
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Risk-shari ng news BRAD NELSON, INSURANCE BENEFITS INC.
SDML Workers' Compensation Fund Continues Grant Programs for 2022 For over a decade the SDML Workers’ Compensation Fund has offered three grant programs to its members. The Stryker EMS grant, the Stan Houston ICS® Saw grant and the Trenching and Confined Space Entry Safety Equipment grant, which was created to assist members with the purchase of approved safety equipment such as trench boxes, hydraulic shoring, gas detectors (with and without calibration kits), full body harness, tripods and blowers. Because these grant programs promote safety for our members, the SDML Workers’ Compensation Fund Board of Trustees approved all three grant programs for the 2022 year on a first-come, first-served basis until the grant funds are exhausted. The 2022 grant period will open and applications will be accepted beginning January 1, 2022. Keep reading for more details about each grant program opportunity.
STRYKER EMS EQUIPMENT GRANT
Creating a culture of safety begins with leadership direction.
The Stryker EMS grant program is a grant to assist our members in purchasing a Stryker Power-PRO™ ambulance cot, Stryker Stair-PRO® stair chair, a Stryker PowerLOAD™ system or a Lucas®3, v3.1 Chest Compression System. The grant pricing hasn’t been finalized, but will be available by January 1st.
• The average age of an EMS worker is 40 years old • Lower back strain is the cause of 78% of compensation days in the US • 1 of 4 EMS workers suffer from a career-ending back injury within the first four years of employment • Lifting causes more than 70% of back injuries of EMTs
The intent of this grant program is to provide a safer workplace for the ambulance personnel, firefighters, law enforcement, and all local government employees that assist their ambulance services to provide emergency transfer of patients. These products have been proven to reduce and eliminate back injuries due to lifting patients. We have 1 member that prior to purchasing a Stryker Power-PRO™ ambulance cot, had 10 lifting injuries over a 7-year period resulting in over $150,000 in medical and lost-time expense. Since being awarded a grant in 2011, this member has not had a single lifting injury with over 18,000 patient transfers.
Stryker EMS has used the SDML Workers’ Compensation Fund grant program as a model of success and has rolled out similar programs in several other states.
Stryker also reported a 100% reduction in back injuries in another service and a 62% decrease in the risk of developing a low back disorder when using these safety products during the loading process. Other relevant stats are: • 69% of the US adult population is obese • A typical strain injury cost $70,408 in direct and indirect costs
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Over the past 12 years the SDML WC Fund has awarded 131 grants to our members that total $304,000. Congratulations to the latest grant recipients listed below: • • • • • • • • • • • •
City of Bridgewater/Bridgewater Ambulance Butte County Ambulance – Belle Fourche Butte County Ambulance - Newell Clark County Ambulance Columbia Area Rural Fire Protection District Elk Point Ambulance Jones County Ambulance/Murdo Ambulance Keystone Ambulance City of McIntosh/McIntosh VFD-Ambulance Svc City of Menno/Menno Ambulance City of White Lake/White Lake Ambulance Parkston Rural Ambulance District
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This grant program is a 50-50 matching grant to assist members with the purchase of an ICS® Saw Package. The ICS® saw is beneficial in reducing the risk of injury during activities that require the use of a chop saw, particularly to cut and repair broken water pipes in a confined space. Thirtynine grants and $44,000 have been awarded to our members. Congratulation to the 39 grant recipients listed below: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Beresford Box Elder Buffalo Burke Canton Colman Custer Deadwood Dell Rapids Edgemont Elk Point Faulkton Flandreau Gregory Groton Huron Lead Marion
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TRENCHING AND CONFINED SPACE ENTRY SAFETY EQUIPMENT GRANT
This is a 50-50 matching grant. Beginning in 2022 the match is being increased from a maximum of $1,000 to $1,500 per grant. A member may apply once per calendar year and the grant only applies to one piece of equipment or equipment package. The member may purchase the equipment from a vendor of their choice, but prior to a grant being awarded, Safety Benefits, Inc. will review the requested equipment to verify that it meets all current standards for its intended purpose. If you would like to inquire about the eligibility and preapproval of the equipment prior to completing an application, please contact the SDML WC Fund Administrator, Insurance Benefits, Inc. Congratulations to the 19 grant recipients: • • • • • • • •
Beresford Canton Custer Fort Pierre Gettysburg Huron Ipswich Java Rural Fire Protection District • Mitchell/Mitchell Fire Dept.
Eligibility for all of these grants is very simple. The applicant must be a member of the SDML WC Fund as of the date of the grant application and in the year the grant is awarded. Also, the member must meet several selection criteria, including compliance with Loss Control Safety Improvement Recommendations for every department. The complete list of selection criteria is available on the application.
TR EN CHI NG S A F E LY. Pro p e r e qui p m ent is es s en ti a l fo r k e e p i n g w orker s s af e. S ev era l g ra n ts e x i s t to ass is t in s af et y im p ro v e me n ts .
The SDML Workers’ Compensation Fund has always stressed the importance of using safety equipment and following safety procedures. There are many components to a successful safety program. Creating a culture of safety begins with leadership direction and support which then flows to the supervisors and employees. It only takes one motivated person to
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change the culture of your entity. We look forward to more participation in these programs and the reduction of injuries to your employees. These grant programs continue to be very popular. As of the date this article was written, the grant funds are exhausted for the 2021 grant year. If you are considering applying for a grant in 2022, we encourage you to send your application ASAP after Jan. 1, 2022. If you have any questions or would like an application, please contact Brad Wilson, Kim Curry, Gary Drewes or Doug Kirkus at Insurance Benefits, Inc. Email: info@sdmlwcfund.com or Phone: 800-233-9073. The 2022 applications will also available on our website at www.sdmlwcfund.com. ■
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Always Be Prepared A year ago we were looking forward to returning to what was normal, to days when hand sanitizer, toilet paper and cleaning products were all readily available and you could see the smile on your checkout cashier’s face as you happily entered the PIN for your debit card to complete your purchase. Fast forward to now, where products are more readily available and while we still have some restrictions and concerns, we are getting closer! The reason we are able to be closer to the normal is because people want to be safe, they want to be prepared for what’s coming next! Thanks to those who put safety first, who are prepared and looking ahead, we can proudly present to you, this year’s Safety Award Winners! The South Dakota Public Assurance Alliance partners with the SDML Workers Compensation Fund to sponsor safety awards which are presented to our members each year. In addition to individual recognition, all Pool members have the opportunity to achieve recognition via Safety and Loss Control Recognition Awards. There are four levels: bronze, silver, gold, and platinum.
Bronze level recognition requires members to put into place ten safety or loss control practices such as having safety and personnel manuals and providing and attending training exercises. Silver level recognition is achieved by completing the ten bronze level requirements, and then nine additional requirements. The additional requirements include items such as appropriate contracts in place with vendors, and adopting the twelve critical law enforcement policies recommended by the South Dakota Public Assurance Alliance. Gold level is reached by attaining the bronze and silver level requirements, and then six additional loss control and safety measures. The additional requirements include appointing a formal safety committee or appointing a safety coordinator, and documenting complaints from citizens and the member’s response to the same. Platinum level recognition is given to those members who have achieved gold level recognition and a combined three-year loss ratio of less than 60% for the pools to which they belong. The 2021 Safety and Loss Control recognition follows on the next page.
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2021 Safety and Loss Control Recognition Awards BRONZE LEVEL City of Baltic City of Ethan City of Hill City Sully County Courthouse City of Wall
City of Beresford Faulk County Hughes County Sully County Highway City of Webster
Brule County Gregory County Moody County Highway Tripp County
Day County Highway City of Groton City of Philip Turner County Highway
SILVER LEVEL City of Belle Fourche
GOLD LEVEL City of Aberdeen City of Britton Clark County Highway City of Custer Davison County Edmunds County City of Garretson Lake County City of Madison City of Miller Oglala Lakota County City of Pierre City of Vermillion
Aurora County Highway Beadle County Highway City of Brandon Brookings County Brookings Municipal Utilities Brown County Clay County Codington County Highway Codington County Maintenance Custer County Dakota Dunes Community Improvement District City of Deadwood City of Dell Rapids City of DeSmet City of Elk Point Fall River County City of Fort Pierre City of Hot Springs City of Huron Hutchinson County Highway Lawrence County City of Lead Lincoln County Marshall County McCook County Highway Meade County Highway Miner Conservation District Minnehaha County City of Mitchell Pennington County Buildings and Grounds Pennington County Highway Sanborn County Highway City of Sioux Falls City of Spearfish Watertown Municipal Utilities City of Winner City of Yankton
PLATINUM LEVEL Beadle County Highway Brown County Custer County City of Elk Point Hutchinson County Highway \Miner Conservation District City of Yankton
City of Britton Clark County Highway Davison County Fall River County City of Madison Minnehaha County
Brookings County Codington County Highway City of Dell Rapids City of Garretson Marshall County Oglala Lakota County
If your entity did not receive an award this year, please be sure that your primary contact for the Risk Sharing Pools has placed Constant Contact in their safe sender list, to ensure that the information distributions are coming straight to their inbox! Check the Pool websites for additional information and deadlines for award submissions. For information regarding the specific requirements for each level of awards, please reach out to either SDPAA, SDML Workers Compensation Fund or Safety Benefits, Inc.! Watch our
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websites for updates regarding safety awards; these updates are posted mid-summer each year! The South Dakota Public Assurance Alliance offers Loss Control Surveys to all of their members. Additionally, Members have access to sample policies and manuals, as well as online and in-person training opportunities for law enforcement and administrative employees. If you would like more information about the Loss Control and Safety information or training opportunities available please go to our website at www.sdpaaonline.org or call our office at 800-658-3633 Option 2. ■
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VA C C I N AT E V E R M I L L I O N S W E E P S TA K E S GIVES RESIDENTS A SHOT AT BIG PRIZES The City of Vermillion’s unique approach to fighting COVID-19 not only intended to keep the community safe, but support the local economy at the same time. The Vaccinate Vermillion Sweepstakes launched in August, thanks to a partnership between the City of Vermillion and United Way of Vermillion. Through the sweepstakes, county residents who got their COVID-19 vaccine could enter for several chances to win $2,500 or more in Vermillion Bucks. “We know that high vaccination rates can help us keep case numbers and hospitalizations low, which is good for the individual being vaccinated, protects kiddos and others who can’t be vaccinated, and helps our businesses by improving consumer confidence,” said Vermillion Mayor and United Way Executive Director Kelsey Collier-Wise. “Councilmembers Steve Ward and Julia Helleweg thought an incentive program might be effective, and both the Council and the United Way board jumped at the chance to do something proactive.” Being proactive definitely paid off for the program. Vaccination clinics during the sweepstakes were wellattended, local press covered the announcement of
each drawing’s winner, and the sweepstakes enjoyed a healthy social media presence. Local businesses participated by promoting nearby vaccination clinics and offering product discounts to participants. The response to the sweepstakes was high. The program saw more than 1,600 total entries, with over 500 people entering in the first week alone.
Erin Burrow (assited by a young friend) recieves $2,500 in Vermillion Bucks from Mayor Kelsey CollierWise. Burrow was one of 22 winners in the VACCINATE VERMILLION SWEEPSTAKES, a promotion which uniquely combined the goals of encouraging residents to get vaccinated and to shop local.
The sweepstakes was open to anyone living in Clay County who had received at least one dose of vaccine, even if they received it before the start of the sweepstakes. Individuals could enter online, via phone, text, email, or by using a QR code located on flyers throughout the city. Once entered, participants’ names stayed in the drawing pool throughout the sweepstakes. The city awarded a total of $60,000 in Vermillion Bucks to 22 winners. Two drawings for $2,500 each were held weekly for 10 weeks. In addition, two random drawings for $5,000 were held throughout the course of the sweepstakes, which ran Aug. 27-Oct. 29.
Drawing winners received their prizes in the form of Vermillion Bucks, which are issued by the Vermillion Chamber and Development Company. Vermillion Bucks act just like cash at participating local businesses. Since they can only be spent locally, the sweepstakes winnings will also benefit the community by staying in the local economy. Which seems to be a good deal, according to participants. As Erin Burrow, winner of $2,500 Vermillion Bucks in the Sept. 3 drawing put it: “That’s 166 loaves of yogurt cake from Red Wagon Bread!” ■
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Bridging the Digital Divide “Bridging the digital divide” is something that’s often discussed in the halls of Congress. While there are plenty of divisions in Washington, a digital divide isn’t one of them. You have to leave the Beltway and travel to places across America where you actually have to think twice about whether or not you’re going to have an internet connection – places like rural South Dakota where certain connectivity challenges can remain frustratingly unresolved. It’s 2021, and private companies have developed technology to send customers into outer space, yet we’re still talking about the importance of connecting rural America with reliable, high-speed internet. That needs to change. As a member and former chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, which has jurisdiction over the internet and everything from planes, trains, and automobiles to the depths of the ocean to the heights of outer space, expanding mobile and fixed broadband access in rural America and to tribal communities has long been a priority of mine. And as a senator from a rural state, I’ve always looked for opportunities for South Dakota to help lead the nation in its deployment. The good news is that things have come a long way over the last few years because of the sustained investments made by telecommunication providers across South Dakota and the rest of the country. In 2019, Sioux Falls became one of the first communities in America to become 5G-enabled. As we 48
continue to lay the groundwork and pave the way for future development and deployment, South Dakota has frequently attracted the attention of, and visits from, leaders at the Federal Communications Commission, the federal agency where the majority of the government’s broadband expertise resides. We’re doing the right things, and we’re heading in the right direction. The bad news is that there are still corners of our state that don’t have the benefits of reliable broadband services. A strong internet connection is critical for small businesses to connect with customers, for farmers who rely on precision agriculture technology to maximize crop yields, and for patients who depend on telemedicine to get the care they need when a hospital or medical professional is physically out of reach. For many, it can mean the difference between success and failure or potentially life and death. I’m glad broadband is now being recognized as vital infrastructure. We need to continue investing in its success, but we have to do it wisely. We must prioritize our needs and identify the appropriate partners, both in and out of government, to help reach our goal of fully connecting every South Dakotan who wants it. But simply dumping more federal funds into a pot and spinning the acronym wheel to see which federal government agency it lands on is not the way to do it. I fully support using targeted government funds to help meet these
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drive while living in a small community with lower cost of living. The City Administrator has 10 direct reports. There is a total of forty-nine (49) full-time employees. The annual operating budget is approximately $15 Million. Learn more at https://www.washingtoniowa. gov. Apply to: Elizabeth Hansen, Midwest Municipal Consulting LLC; ehansen.mmc@gmail.com; 515-3919816. Applications due noon CST on Nov. 5, 2021. CITY ENGINEER – CITY OF MADISON, SD. Works with city departments in conjunction with the City Administrator for the maintenance and new construction of city facilities and infrastructure. Would work with professional engineers, architects, technicians, contractors, sub-contractors and provide guidance in capital improvement projects related to buildings and city infrastructure. Manage and review construction plans for all private development projects to ensure compliance with ordinances and engineering practices. Job description at cityofmadisonsd.com. Annual salary starts at $95,164.77 plus benefits; based on experience. Open until filled. EOE.
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preferred. Send City of Yankton application, resume, cover letter, and references to aleon@cityofyantkton. org. Application and job description at http://cityofyankton.org/employment. Open until filled. First review of applications Dec. 3, 2021. EOE ELECTRIC SUPERINTENDENT – CITY OF MADISON, SD. Responsible for managing, supervising, and participating in the operations, construction, maintenance, and repair of electric utility infrastructure. Reviews project plans and drawings, uses and understands electrical systems and electrical safety and maintains preventative maintenance records. Assist in communication and coordination of contractors. Direct, oversee, and participate in the development of the electric operations work, activities, projects, and programs. Job description at cityofmadisonsd.com. Annual salary range starts at $78,107.54 plus benefits; based on experience. Open until filled. EOE. FITNESS AND AQUATICS COORDINATOR - CITY OF SPEARFISH, SD. Responsible for the direction and
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CLASSIFIEDS coordination of the fitness and aquatics programs and operations of the City of Spearfish Recreation and Aquatics Center. Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years’ experience or service. Apply at www.cityofspearfish.com. $23.39 per hour. Competitive benefits package. EOE. Open until filled. PLANNING AND ZONING DIRECTOR - CITY OF BOX ELDER, SD. The City of Box Elder is seeking a motivated and dedicated individual for the position of Planning and Zoning Director. This position is responsible for supervising and coordinating the planning, zoning, land use and comprehensive planning for the city, including technical and inspection services related to landscaping, development review, annexation, capital improvements, grant applications and amendments to the comprehensive plan, zoning code and other related codes, ordinances, policies, and procedures. Job description at www.boxelder.us. $73,415.68 annually. Closes Nov. 30, 2021. ■
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NOVEMBER No later than November 1 – The liquor tax reversion must be made. (SDCL 35-5-22; See Hdbk., sec. 11.600) No later than November 1 – The special assessment roll for all assessments payable under the Plan One option must be delivered to the county auditor. (SDCL 9-43105; See Hdbk., sec. 12.160) No later than November 1 – Delinquent special assessment installments which are payable under the Plan Two option must be certified to the county auditor. (SDCL 9-43-106; See Hdbk., sec. 12.160) November 1 – All property subject to taxation shall be listed and assessed annually, but the value of
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such property is to be determined according to its value on the first day of November preceding the assessment. (SDCL 10-6-105; See Hdbk., sec. 12.105) First Tuesday after the first Monday in November – The general election is held each even numbered year. (SDCL 12-2-2) November 11 – Veterans’ Day – State holiday (SDCL 1-5-1) No later than second Tuesday in November – Governing boards wishing to consolidate boards of equalization must approve a resolution outlining consolidated board membership. (SDCL 10-11-66; See Hdbk., sec. 12.120) Fourth Thursday of November – Thanksgiving Day – State holiday (SDCL 1-5-1)
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Boundary changes – Municipalities must notify the Department of Revenue of any resolution or amendment enacted which changes the boundaries of the municipality. Notification 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) ■
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December 25 – Christmas Day – State holiday (SDCL 1-5-1)
December 31 – Liquor licenses are valid from twelve o’clock midnight on the thirty-first day of December until twelve o’clock midnight on the thirty-first day of the following December. (SDCL 35-4-41; See Hdbk., sec. 11.465) By January 14 – If the governing body chooses an election day other than the second Tuesday of April, as provided in SDCL 9-13, that Election Day must be established by January 14 of the election year. (SDCL 9-13-1; See Hdbk., sec. 7.050) First meeting of the year – A complete list of all the salaries for all officers and employees of the municipal corporation shall be published with the minutes of the first meeting following the beginning of the fiscal year or within 30 days thereafter. Added salaries of new employees and increased salaries of the old employees should be shown in the month in which they occur. A total of payroll by department shall be published monthly in the minutes. (SDCL 6-1-10; See Hdbk., sec. 5.095) Newspaper designation – The official newspaper must be designated annually or for a period of time specified by the governing body, but not to be less than twelve months. (SDCL 9-12-6) Boundary changes – Municipalities must notify the Department of Revenue of any resolution or amendment enacted which changes the boundaries of the municipality. Notification 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) ■
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