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Official Monthly Publication

Member of National League of Cities

www.sdmunicipalleague.org

South Dakota MUNICIPALITIES

Managing Editor: Yvonne A. Taylor

PRESIDENT Pauline Sumption Finance Officer, Rapid City

1st VICE PRESIDENT Debbie Houseman Finance Officer, Lake Andes 2nd VICE PRESIDENT Steve Allender Mayor, Rapid City

TRUSTEES Fay Bueno Finance Officer, Sturgis

Editor: Sara M. Rankin

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 Finance Officer, Wagner Dist. 5 - Renae Phinney President, Ree Heights

Karl Alberts Finance Officer, Aberdeen

Dist. 6 - Leland Treichel Mayor, Roscoe

Christine Erickson Councilmember, Sioux Falls

Dist. 8 - Harry Weller Mayor, Kadoka

Carolynn Anderson Finance Officer, Wall

Amy Leon City Manager, Yankton

PAST PRESIDENT Mike Wendland City Administrator/Economic Development Director, Baltic

Dist. 7 - Arnold Schott Mayor, McLaughlin

Dist. 9 - Laurie Woodward Finance Officer, Custer Dist. 10 - Michelle DeNeui Assistant Finance Officer, Spearfish

LEAGUE STAFF 1-800-658-3633 Fax: 605-224-8655

Yvonne Taylor Executive Director Sandi Larson Director of Risk Sharing Services Lori Martinec Director of Research and Training Chris Hill Director of Municipal Electric Services Sara Rankin Director of Marketing & Communications Lori Butler Director of Finance Carla McGregor Accounting Assistant Lisa Nold Office Manager SD Public Assurance Alliance: David Pfeifle Executive Director Kristina Peterson Director of Underwriting Lynn Bren Director of Member Services Paytra Nichols Underwriter Jerry Krambeck Member Services Representative Deb Corkill Executive Assistant

Features

Contents

2019 Rib Dinner and Municipal Government Day at the Legislature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 2019 Annual Report Workshops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Legal Holidays for 2019 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Municipal Tax Payments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

2019 Legislative Session: Legislative Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Carrying Your Message to the Capitol . . . . . . . . . . . .11 How to Track a Bill Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 How an Idea Becomes Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 2019 Legislators By District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-17

2019 Municipal Election Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Municipal Elections: Q & A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Municipal Tax Change Effective January 1, 2019 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

NLC Recommends Circular Economy to Improve Recycling Efforts in Communities . . . . . 30

A Glance Through the Newly Designed SDML Website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 SDMEA Hometown Power - Elk Point . . . . . . . . . . .34

SDPAA - A Year in Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 State Historical Society Announces Spring Deadwood Grant Fund Applications . . . . . . . .39

Dissecting a Phishing Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 SDPCA and SDSA Accepting Award Nominations . .43

Columns

Director’s Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

President’s Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Risk-Sharing News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Washington Report: Senator Thune . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

In Every Issue

SDML Events Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Directory Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 City Highlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Hometown Happenings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

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 $30.00 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.

JANUARY 2019

VOLUME 85, NUMBER 7

Director's Notes If Cities Don't Do It, Who Will?

As you receive this issue, we’ll be days away from the start of the 94th Legislative Session, and it is a great time to recognize our cities and towns for all the good they do for South Dakota.

Undoubtedly, bills will come up this session that will try to hinder municipal growth and development – This is short sighted and wrong for all South Dakotans.

Keep on top of what goes on under the Dome Subscribe to the SDML’s Legislative Update.

The SDML’s Legislative Update informs you on the hottest issues affecting municipalities as the South Dakota Legislature considers them. Each week League staff compiles an analysis of current and upcoming committee and floor action in the Senate and House.

As local leaders, you need to be a part of the action in Pierre. The Legislative Update helps get you there.

As you know, decisions in Pierre are made at a fast and furious pace, and the Update gives you a grasp of issues affecting how you govern on the local level.

So let’s start the New Year with some fun facts: 70.4% of South Dakota’s citizens live within an incorporated municipality. That means 70% of the State’s population is served by municipal water, sewer, electric, streets, and other municipal infrastructure investment.

While 38.5% of the property value is within city limits, 52.1% of property taxes paid come from within city limits. Yet municipalities receive only 13% of the property tax dollar. The rest primarily goes to counties (24%) and schools (57%). 90.3% of taxable sales are made within city limits.

And total gross domestic product in South Dakota? Data is only available for the two largest cities. Those two cities alone account for more than 53% of the state’s total GDP.

In 2014, SD Municipalities spent $1.2 billion on infrastructure, emergency services, and quality of life facilities. State General Funds budgeted for that time were $1.3 billion.

66% of State Sales and Use Tax revenue comes from just the 17 largest cities. Those sales tax dollars flow to every school district in the state, through the State Aid to Education formula.

Cities are getting the job done for our state, and strong, vibrant cities build the base for a growing and healthy South Dakota.

Until next month, remember we are always available at 1800-658-3633 or yvonne@sdmunicipalleague.org Yvonne Taylor Executive Director

Updates are issued throughout the session on a weekly or as needed basis, via fax, mail or email. Email is free, including an unlimited number of addresses to each city.

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President's Report

2018 is IN…THE…BOOKS! This is both literally and figuratively speaking as 2018 has come to an end and 2019 is here whether you were ready for it or not! I’m thinking I am leaning closer to the “not” part…

So what do you need to be thinking about now that the New Year has started? I would encourage you to look at the municipal calendar in the back of the magazine which outlines what needs to be done and when according to state law. This doesn’t just apply to the January magazine but also to every magazine you receive from the League. They do such a nice job of helping us remember what needs to get done – if only we would always pay attention.

In addition to these reminders, don’t forget about the IRS requirements regarding forms that need to be filed - 941’s, 1099’s and 1095’s, come to mind. In addition, start preparing for that audit – schedule your physical inventories if you haven’t done them already, run the reports that are time sensitive to make sure your numbers will be as close to year-end as possible, and start making those end-of-year adjustments.

We will also need to start preparing for Governor-Elect Kristi Noem, as well as other newly elected officials, and the 2019 legislative session. If you haven’t signed up for the weekly newsletter that Yvonne puts together to tell us all about what legislation has been introduced that will affect local governments, please drop her an email and do so. This is an invaluable resource that she provides so that we are educated on the issues and, in turn, all she asks is

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that we get involved with the legislation that affects our towns specifically. If you communicate with one of your legislators, please include Yvonne in the email. She is our voice in Pierre and is more than willing to help you get your message to the members and the elected officials at the Capitol – perhaps she even knows of other communities with the same concerns as you. Collaboration and group efforts are what helps get the job done. Until next month, blessings to you in 2019 – may you be successful with your New Year’s resolutions. I think top of my list should be to reduce my procrastination…wish me luck…I am SO going to need it!! Pauline

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2019 Events Calendar

January 8 2019 SD Legislative Session Begins, Pierre

Annual Report Workshops (See Registration)

18-19

February 5 SDML Board of Directors Meeting, Fort Pierre

TBD

6 March

5-6 10-13 13

19 20

April 2 3

10-11 6

SD Police Chiefs’ Association Meeting, Fort Pierre

Rib Dinner with Legislators, Fort Pierre Municipal Government Day at the Legislature, Pierre

Municipal/School Election Workshop Webinars (See Registration)

SD Municipal Electric Association Superintendent-Foreman Conference, Watertown

23-25

May 15-16 June 6-7 11-12

12-14 TBD

NLC Congressional City Conference, Washington, DC

District 5 Meeting, Miller

July 11

District 4 Meeting, Winner District 1 Meeting, Britton

District 2 Meeting, Madison District 3 Meeting, Canton

District 7 Meeting, Mobridge

District 6 Meeting, Redfield District 8 Meeting, Murdo

District 9 Meeting, Keystone

District 10 Meeting, Spearfish

SD Building Officials, ICC Code Officials Institute Program, Rapid City

SD City Management Association Meeting, Pierre

18-19

SD Building Officials, ICC Code Officials Institute Program, Sioux Falls SD Municipal Street Maintenance Association Meeting, Pierre

SD Police Chiefs/SD Sheriffs Joint Association Meeting, Deadwood

SD Airport Management Association Meeting, Watertown SD Association of Code Enforcement Workshop, Pierre SDML Board of Directors Meeting, Rapid City Human Resource School, Pierre

Finance Officers’ School, Pierre

SD Municipal Attorneys’ Association Meeting, Rapid City Budget Training, Pierre

Municipal Debit/Credit Workshop, Pierre Budget Training, Sioux Falls

Elected Officials Workshop, Pierre

SD Building Officials’ Association Meeting, Pierre

August 14-15 Policy Committee Meetings, Fort Pierre October 8 SDML Board of Directors Meeting, Aberdeen

8-11

SDML Annual Conference, Aberdeen

November 20-23 NLC City Summit, San Antonio, TX

December 11 Joint SDML Board Meeting with County Association, Pierre SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES

RIB DINNER WITH YOUR LEGISLATORS Mayors, councilmembers, finance officers and all municipal employees, please join us Tuesday, February 5, 2019 for an informal rib dinner with your state legislators. The dinner will be held at Drifters Bar & Grille in Fort Pierre beginning at 6:00 p.m. CST. Prior to dinner, a legislative briefing will be held to update you on discussion topics and on the committee meetings for Wednesday, February 6, 2019.

MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT DAY AT THE LEGISLATURE Wednesday, February 6, 2019 will be Municipal Government Day at the Legislature. This is the day all municipal officials are invited to Pierre to watch the Legislature in action. Tuesday, February 5, 2019

Wednesday, February 6, 2019

5 to 6:00 p.m.

Registration Drifters Bar & Grille, Fort Pierre

5:30 p.m.

Legislative Briefing Drifters Bar & Grille, Fort Pierre

7:45 a.m. to Noon Legislative Committee Meetings Various Committee Rooms in the State Capitol Building (Registration packets available at the Rib Dinner will have the details.)

6:00 p.m.

Rib Dinner Drifters Bar & Grille, Fort Pierre

Please return the registration form with payment by Tuesday, January 22, 2019. We need to know how many will be attending so that we may plan for the meal accordingly. No refunds will be given after January 22, 2019. A block of rooms has been reserved at the Holiday Inn Express in Fort Pierre (605-223-9045) for Tuesday, February 5, 201 (room block release date is January 15, 2019). Room rate is $119.99 single/ double plus tax. Be sure to mention the SDML block when making your reservations. Individuals needing assistance, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the League office in advance of the meeting to make any necessary arrangements.

REGISTRATION FORM February 5-6, 2019 Âž Please TYPE OR PRINT your information as you would like it to appear on the name tag. Municipality Represented: _______________________________________________ Name

Title

Rib Dinner $

Amount Paid

TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED: $ Register Online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-legislative-rib-dinner-tickets-51756060771 OR South Dakota Municipal League Return Registration and Payment by January 22nd to: 208 Island Drive *No Refunds after January 22, 2019 Fort Pierre, SD 57532 *Payment Must Accompany Registration

JANUARY 2019 2017

SDDOT Awards Economic Development Grants

The South Dakota Transportation Commission has awarded $4.7 million in economic development grants for infrastructure improvements in smaller communities in South Dakota.

The economic development grant program funds awarded at the Transportation Commission meeting on Nov. 29, 2018, will improve roads leading to schools, main business areas, hospitals, grain elevators and other economic areas in the communities. The grants pay for 80 percent of the construction costs, up to a maximum of $600,000.

Communities receiving grant awards this year are:

Agri-Business Grants: • Lyman County - $600,000 for 306th Avenue, which will provide access to the Dakota Mill & Grain facility. • Beadle County - $400,000 for 383rd Avenue, which will provide access to the Lazy J Dairy. Community Access Grants: • City of Avon - $600,000 for Main Street, which

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serves the elevator and a business area. City of Bridgewater - $258,000 for 6th Street and Poplar Avenue, which serves the school. City of Clear Lake - $340,000 for 2nd Street, 2nd Avenue S, and 3rd Street, which serves the elevator. City of Dell Rapids - $600,000 for 7th Street, which serves a business area. Town of Humboldt - $600,000 for Main Street, which serves the school. City of Irene - $340,000 for State Street and Dickerson Avenue, which serves the school. Oglala Sioux Tribe - $600,000 for Crazy Horse School Drive in Wanblee, which serves the school. City of Whitewood - $400,000 for Laurel Street, which serves the school and a business area.

More information regarding the grant programs and the process for applying can be found on the department’s website at http://www.sddot.com/business/local/economic/ or by contacting Paula Huizenga at 605-773-6253 or Doug Kinniburgh at 605-773-4284.

SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES

2019 Annual Report Workshops The South Dakota Municipal League and the South Dakota Department of Legislative Audit are co-sponsoring one-day 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 bring 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. Fort Pierre: Wednesday, January 9, 2019, 11:00am-3:00pm, SD Municipal League Building, 208 Island Drive. *Working lunch by ordering pizza in.

Large Cities (GAAP basis): those with $600,000 or more in revenue. Fort Pierre: Thursday, January 10, 2019, 11:00am-3:00pm, SD Municipal League Building, 208 Island Drive. *Working lunch by ordering pizza in Small Cities: those with less than $600,000 in revenue • Mitchell: Wednesday, January 16, 2019, Noon-3:00pm, Blarney's Sports Bar & Grill, 2100 Highland Way *Lunch on your own. Feel free to come early for lunch at Blarney's if your schedule permits. Meeting begins at noon. Reservation is under MUNICIPAL LEAGUE. •

Aberdeen: Wednesday, January 23, 2019, Noon-3:00pm, County Court House, Community Room, Basement Annex, 25 Market Street *Lunch on your own. Reservation is under MUNICIPAL LEAGUE. DEADLINE for Registration is one WEEK PRIOR to each meeting.

Notes: If the weather looks bad, call 605-367-5810 or 605-224-8654 to determine if the seminar has been postponed. Please do not take any driving risks. Dress is business casual. Individuals needing assistance, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, should contact the League office in advance of the meeting to make any necessary arrangements.

Annual Report Workshops Registration

Municipality_____________________________________________________________________________ Name

Title

_________________________________

___________________________ ______________________________

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_________________________________ Check One:

____Fort Pierre January 9

___________________________ ______________________________

____Fort Pierre January 10

____Mitchell January 16

____Aberdeen January 23

Register online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-annual-report-workshops-tickets-51226671353 OR Please return to: South Dakota Municipal League, 208 Island Drive, Fort Pierre, SD 57532, Fax: 605-224-8655 email: lisa@sdmunicipalleague.org, website: www.sdmunicipalleague.org

2019 Legal Holidays

2019 LEGISLATIVE CALENDAR

The State of South Dakota recognizes the following 10 legal holidays (SDCL 1-5-1) plus any other day proclaimed as a holiday by the Governor of South Dakota or the President of the United States:

Compliments of:

January 1, 2019 – New Year’s Day

January 21, 2019 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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January Mon Tues Wed Thurs

February 18, 2019 – Presidents’ Day

Fri

Sat

1st 8

2nd 9

3rd 10

4th 11

5th 14

6th 15

7th 16

8th 17

9th 22

10th 23

11th 24

12th 25

13th 28

14th 29

15th 30

16th 31

Sun

February Mon Tues Wed Thurs

Fri

Sat

17th 5

18th 6

19th 7

20th 8

21st 11

22nd 12

23rd 13

24th 14

25th 19

26th 20

27th 21

28th 22

29th 25

30th 26

31st 27

32nd 28

Fri

Sat

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March Mon Tues Wed Thurs 33rd 4 37th 11

34th 5 38th 12

35th 6 39th 13

36th 7

Monday, January 21: Martin Luther King Jr. Day observed Wednesday, January 30: Last day to introduce individual bills Thursday, January 31: Last day to introduce committee bills Tuesday, February 5: SDML Legislative Rib Dinner Wednesday, February 6: Municipal Government Day Monday, February 18: Presidents’ Day observed Friday, March 29: 40th Legislative Day, reserved for consideration of gubernatorial vetoes

July 4, 2019 – Independence Day September 2, 2019 – Labor Day

October 14, 2019 – Native Americans’ Day November 11, 2019 – Veterans’ Day

November 28, 2019 – Thanksgiving Day December 25, 2019 – Christmas Day

Sun

May 27, 2019 – Memorial Day

If a holiday from the list falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is observed as the paid holiday. If a holiday falls on a Sunday, it is observed on the following Monday. Cities and towns are not required to follow this holiday schedule. The Municipal League follows the state holiday schedule and the office will be closed on these days.

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Carrying Your Message to the Capitol

Keeping your legislators informed on the needs of South Dakota’s cities and seeing that the South Dakota Legislature meets those needs is up to you. When you get involved in the legislative process and share your expertise and experiences with your legislators, your city and all cities have a stronger voice. No one knows your city or town better than you do. And, therefore, no one can do a better job of telling your elected representative what works and what does not work for your community than you can.

There are several methods for local elected officials to advocate issues before their lawmakers. The more personal and direct the method, the greater the influence.

The following information is designed to help you carry your city’s message to the Capitol and to help make your meetings with legislators more effective.

Develop a positive working relationship with your legislator. • Regularly meet with your legislators to update them on key legislative issues. • Invite legislators to city council meetings and explain your issues and what your city faces. • Include legislators in important local events. • Give credit when credit is due. • Hold legislators accountable for their positions.

Have a specific agenda. When meeting with your legislator, know what steps the legislator can take to address the city’s concerns and be specific about what action you would like to have taken.

Be prepared to present your case firmly and succinctly, supported by specific examples of the impact of the pending action on your community. You should also be prepared to respond to counter arguments or alternative suggestions.

Phone Numbers to Know Senate Phone: 605-773-3821 House Phone: 605-773-3851

Lobbyist Phone: 605-224-5030 (Yvonne can be reached at this number or email her at yvonne@sdmunicipalleague.org during session.) JANUARY 2019

Connect your community to the issue. Make a clear connection between what you are asking for and the needs of your citizens. Be responsive and provide additional information quickly, if asked.

the progress.

Say “thank you!” Follow-up the conversation with a thankyou letter. In your thank-you letter, summarize the key points of the discussion and spell out areas of agreement and disagreement. Indicate that you will be back in touch soon to check on

Keep the League informed. Always send copies of your correspondence to and from legislators to the League. League staff can work more effectively with your legislators when we know what you’ve said and received in return.

Municipal Tax Payments

The SD Department of Revenue – Business Tax Division’s intent is to have your municipal tax payments reach you near the 15th and the 30th of each month. If the 15th or the 30th falls on a Saturday, Sunday or holiday, this date will be moved to the next business day. The checks sent on the 15th of the month will be for the approximate time period of the 21st through the end of the previous month and checks sent on the 30th will be for the approximate time period of the 1st through the 20th of the current month.

Example: Checks/Electronic ACH’s sent on the 15th of December is for November 21-30. Checks/Electronic ACH’s sent on the 30th of December is for December 1-20.

Additional information regarding municipal tax is available at http://dor.sd.gov/Taxes/Business_Taxes/ Publications/Municipal_Tax.aspx.

If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Revenue – Business Tax Division at bustax@state.sd.us or at 1-800-829-9188.

How to Track a Bill Online During the 2019 Session

Step 1

Go to the Legislative Research Council website at: http://sdlegislature.gov/.

Step 2

Click on “Session” on the top of the page and then select “2019 Bills.”

Step 3

If you click on “Quick Find” you are able to type in the bill number.

If you aren’t sure of the bill number then you can do a text search or look through the subject index.

Step 4

After you’ve found the bill you want to track, you can click on the bill and see a page like the one here (since no bills are entered yet for 2019 we’ve pulled up a page from the 2017 Session). You’ll see the sponsors of the bill, a short explanation of the bill, the date it was first introduced and the committee it was assigned to.

If the bill is scheduled for hearing you will see that date next. The information following the hearing will indicate the dates and any action taken – debate and/or action in a committee, possible amendments to the bill, debate and/or action in the Full Senate or House, etc.

Within the page of the bill you can view many other things. If you click on a vote total you can view how a Legislator voted. If you want to listen to the actual testimony/debate click on the Public Broadcasting symbol to the right. If you want to read the full text of the bill click on the “Bill Text Versions” at the bottom of the page. 12

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x A bill may be filed by any member of the House or Senate, and generally more than one legislator will sponsor a bill. The legislator whose name appears first on the bill is the "prime sponsor."

x The Senate President or Speaker of the House then assign ns the bill to a committee.

x At a First Read ding th he bill's number and title are read aloud.

x The bill is given a Firs F t Reading in the "House off Origin". The "House of Origin" is the chamber that sponsored the bill.

ÂŠ Defer the bill to the day after the last Legislative Day, which also kills the bill.

ÂŠ "Table" the bill, which kills the billl, unless the full body orders the committee to send the bill to the floo or ("Smoke-Out"), or

ÂŠ Send the bill to the floor with a "Do Pa P ss" recommendation n,

x The committee hass the follow ll in i g optio i ns :

x If the Legislature succeeds in overriding the veto, the bill becomes law.

x If vetoed by the Governor, the Legislature has an opportunity to decide whether to override or uphold the veto.

x If signed by the Governor, the bill becomes law. x If it passes, the bill is sent to the other body, where it goes through the same introducttion and committee processes.

Law x If a bill passes both the House and Senate, it is sent to the Governor.

Debate x If a bill reaches the floor, it is debated and voted on by the body.

Reprinted from the South Dakota Legislative Research Council http://sdlegislature.gov/docs/studentspage/idealaw.pdf.

x The idea can come from anyone, but only a State Representa t tive or State Senator can c take the idea and guide it to final passagee through the State Legislature.

x It could be anythin i g from the penalty for committing a crime to the amount of mo oney that can be spent on a state program.

Committee x A committee's responsibility is to examine a bill carefully, take testimony for and against the bill, and decide what to do with the bill.

Introduction n x A bill is given to the Chief Clerk of the House or the Secretary of the Senate and is assiggned a number. If the bill is sponsored by a Senator, it is a Sen nate Bill. If the bill is sponsored by a Representative, it is a House Bill.

Drafting x The drafting off the idea into a bill is done by the Legislative Research Council, the permanent, nonpartisan stafff of the Legislature.

Idea

x A bill is simply an idea that someone would like to see become law.

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Rep. Steven McCleerey Rep. Tamara St. John

Address

Home Phone

45708 116th St., Sisseton, SD 57262

605-698-7478

PO Box 147, Britton, SD 57430

605-448-5189

702 Old Agency Dr. #142, Sisseton, SD 57232

Sen. Brock Greenfield

507 N. Smith St., Clark, SD 57225

Rep. Kaleb W. Weis

2403 Bunker Dr, Aberdeen, SD 57401

Rep. Lana Greenfield

605-268-0920 605-532-4088

PO Box 143, Doland, SD 57436

605-635-6932

Sen. Al Novstrup

1705 Northview Ln., Aberdeen, SD 57401

605-360-9711

Rep. Carl E. Perry

2722 Railroad Circle, Aberdeen, SD 57401

605-262-0113

Rep. Drew Dennert

902 S. High St., Aberdeen, SD 57401

605-252-1008

Sen. John Wiik

PO Box 95, Big Stone City, SD 57216

605-880-1440

Rep. John Mills

21730 464th Ave., Volga, SD 57071

605-826-4290

Rep. Fred Deutsch

16452 449th Ave, Florence, SD 57235

Sen. Lee Schoenbeck

419 54th St. SW, Watertown, SD 57201

Rep. Nancy York

921 8th Ave. NE, Watertown, SD 57201

Rep. Hugh Bartels

605-882-3323

1244 N. Maple, Watertown, SD 57201

605-886-5460 605-753-6611

Sen. Ernie Otten

46787 273rd, Tea, SD 57064

605-368-5716

Rep. Herman Otten

27543 468th Ave., Lennox, SD 57039

605-941-1770

Rep. Isaac Latterell

PO Box 801, Tea, SD 57064

Sen. V.J. Smith

PO Box 742,, Brookings, SD 57006

Rep. Tim Reed

627 Medary Ave., Brookings, SD 57006

Rep. Doug Post

21692 466th Ave, Volga, SD 57071

605-697-5822 605-693-6393

Sen. Jordan Youngberg

609 NE 3rd St., Madison, SD 57042

605-254-3051

Rep. Marlie Wiese

520 NE 15th St., Madison, SD 57042

605-270-0786

26581 East Shore Place, Hartford, SD 57033

605-526-4269

Rep. Randy Gross

Sen. Wayne Steinhauer

VACANT

Rep. Michael Slaba

48006 221st St, Elkton, SD 57026

26560 N Shore Pl, Hartford, SD 57033

605-526-5000

Sen. Margaret Sutton

408 N. Linwood Ct., Sioux Falls, SD 57103

605-929-1592

Rep. Steven Haugaard

47629 258th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57104

605-332-1171

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Legislator

2019 Legislators By District

Rep. Doug Barthel

8713 E. Palametto St., Sioux Falls, SD 57110

605-940-5633

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District 11 11 11

Legislator

Address

Home Phone

Rep. Chris Karr

7421 W. Luke Dr., Sioux Falls, SD 57106

605-695-0391

Sen. Jim Stalzer Rep. Mark Willadsen

5909 W. Bristol Dr., Sioux Falls, SD 57106 7712 W. Benelli Cir., Sioux Falls, SD 57106

605-838-0354 605-361-6104

Sen. R. Blake Curd

38 S. Riverview Hts., Sioux Falls, SD 57105

605-331-5890

Rep. Manny Steele

3220 W Zephyr Pl, Unit 1, Sioux Falls, SD 57108

605-335-7036

Rep. Arch Beal

4001 W. 74th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57108

605-336-3034

Sen. Jack Kolbeck

1124 E. Plum Creek Rd., Sioux Falls, SD 57105

605-332-6490

Rep. Sue Peterson

6405 S. Killarney Cir., Sioux Falls, SD 57108

605-371-1668

Rep. Kelly Sullivan

1004 S. Dakota Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57105

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Sen. Deb Soholt Rep. Erin Healy

2628 E. Regency Ct., Sioux Falls, SD 57103 2801 E. Marson Dr., Apt 116, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

605-321-5931 605-212-9597

Sen. Reynold Nesiba

201 S. Menlo Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57104

605-371-6311

Rep. Linda Duba

421 N Phillips Ave. Apt 309, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

605-610-6590

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Rep. Larry Zikmund Rep. Jamie Smith

2405 E. 52nd St., Sioux Falls, SD 57103

512 N. Euclid Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57104

605-339-3583

Sen. Jim Bolin

403 West 11th St., Canton, SD 57013

605-261-9669

Rep. Kevin Jensen

27808 484th Ave., Canton, SD 57013

605-987-4296

Rep. David Anderson

29177 477th Ave., Hudson, SD 57034

605-310-1645

Sen. Arthur Rusch

PO Box 312, Vermillion, SD 57069

605-624-8723

Rep. Ray Ring

607 Sterling St., Vermillion, SD 57069

605-675-9379

Rep. Nancy Rasmussen

28639 458th Ave., Hurley, SD 57036

Sen. Craig Kennedy

101 W. 31st St., Yankton, SD 57078

Rep. Ryan Cwach

209 1/2 W 3rd St., Yankton, SD 57078

Rep. Jean Hunhoff

2511 Mulligan Dr., Yankton, SD 57078

605-238-5321 605-661-0128 605-665-1463

Sen. Stace Nelson

24739 420th Ave., Fulton, SD 57340

605-770-7461

Rep. Kyle Schoenfish

42472 Maxwell Rd., Scotland, SD 57059

605-660-6468

Rep. Kent Peterson

720 N. Dakota St., Salem, SD 57058

605-425-3299

Sen. Joshua Klumb

26296 401st Ave., Mount Vernon, SD 57363

605-770-9708

Rep. Paul R. Miskimins

1225 Summit Dr., Mitchell, SD 57301

605-996-7222

Rep. Lance Koth

1311 Firesteel Dr., Mitchell, SD 57301

Sen. Rocky Blare

31176 269th St., Ideal, SD 57541

Rep. Lee Qualm

27507 John Qualm Rd., Platte, SD 57369

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Rep. Caleb Finck

40976 294th St., Tripp, SD 57376

605-996-9206 605-842-1617 605-933-2042 605-337-3682 15

District 22 22 22

Address

Rep. Roger Chase

20451 398th Ave., Huron, SD 57350

Sen. Jim White

Rep. Bob Glanzer

1145 Beach Circle NE, Huron, SD 57350

Home Phone 605-352-8184

1034 Michigan Ave. SW, Huron, SD 57350

605-352-0829

Sen. Justin Cronin

310 Dakota St., Gettysburg, SD 57442

605-769-1017

Rep. John Lake

1105 E. Garfield Ave., Gettysburg, SD 57442

605-765-9547

Rep. Spencer Gosch

104 N. Riverview Dr., Glenham, SD 57631

Sen. Jeff Monroe

127 W. Dakota Ave., Pierre, SD 57501

Rep. Tim Rounds

1813 Abbey Rd., Pierre, SD 57501

Rep. Mary Duvall

PO Box 453, Pierre, SD 57501

605-230-0313 605-224-0264 605-224-4070 605-224-6588

Sen. Kris Langer

600 W 7th St., Dell Rapids, SD 57022

605-428-4929

Rep. Tom Pischke

503 E. 12th St., Dell Rapids, SD 57022

605-999-2948

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26A 26B

Rep. John Hansen

47484 Dells Dr., Dell Rapids, SD 57022

Sen. Troy Heinert

PO Box 348, Mission, SD 57555

Rep. Rebecca Reimer

138 S. Main St., Chamberlain, SD 57325

Rep. Shawn Bordeaux Sen. Red Dawn Foster

PO Box 165, Pine Ridge, SD 57770

Rep. Peri Pourier

PO Box 3041 Pine Ridge, SD 57770

Rep. Steve Livermont

605-428-4570 605-856-5045

PO Box 283, Mission, SD 57555

27 27

28765 237th Ave., Martin, SD 57551

605-685-6998 605-877-1238

Sen. Ryan Maher

PO Box 237, Isabel, SD 57633

605-466-2131

28B

Rep. Sam Marty

16692 Antelope Rd., Prairie City, SD 57649

605-866-4477

28A

Rep. Oren Lesmeister

HC 76 Box 23, Parade, SD 57625

Sen. Gary Cammack

PO Box 100, Union Center, SD 57787

Rep. Kirk Chaffee

PO Box 280, Whitewood, SD 57793

Rep. Thomas Brunner

18769 Quin Rd., Nisland, SD 57762

Sen. Lance Russell

PO Box 184, Hot Springs, SD 57747

Rep. Tim Goodwin

12870 J. Pine Rd., Rapid City, SD 57702

Rep. Julie Frye-Mueller

Sen. Bob Ewing

VACANT

Rep. Timothy Johns

605-257-2336

23764 Wallace St., Rapid City, SD 57702

605-342-2782

PO Box 607, Spearfish, SD 57783

605-722-5559

110 S. Main St., Lead, SD 57754

605-390-5324 605-722-3189

Sen. Alan Solano

3410 Wisconsin Ave., Rapid City, SD 57701

605-342-8974

Rep. Scyller J. Borglum

PO Box 3094, Rapid City, SD 57709

605-519-0500

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Legislator

Rep. Chris Johnson

2526 Grandview Dr., Rapid City, SD 57701

605-342-1587

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District 33 33 33

Legislator

Address

Rep. Taffy Howard

530 Westberry Dr., Rapid City, SD 57702

Sen. Phil Jensen

10215 Pioneer Ave., Rapid City, SD 57702

Rep. David Johnson

PO Box 3403, Rapid City, SD 57709

Sen. Jeffrey Partridge

7174 Prestwick Rd., Rapid City, SD 57702

Rep. Jess Olson

3115 Stockade Dr., Rapid City, SD 57702

Rep. Michael G. Diedrich

4884 Cliff Dr., Rapid City, SD 57702

Sen. Lynne DiSanto

22739A Rando Ct., Box Elder, SD 57719

Rep. Tony Randolph

5530 Colvin Ct., Rapid City, SD 57703

Rep. Tina Mulally

6390 Long View Rd., Rapid City 57703

Important Legislative Information:

Senate Phone: 605-773-3821

House Phone: 605-773-3851

Home Phone 605-343-1335

605-301-4803 605-343-0735

605-716-7369

Lobbyist Phone: 605-224-5030

Legislative Research Council’s website: http://sdlegislature.gov/ Yvonne’s email: yvonne@sdmunicipalleague.org

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2019 MUNICIPAL ELECTION CALENDAR The dates to the right are the only date options for annual municipal elections. There are no other date options. The school may request to combine with you on any of these dates.

APRIL 9 Second Tuesday in April (a school may combine with you on this date)

JUNE 4 First Tuesday after the first Monday in June (may combine with School)

JUNE 18 Must combine with the school on the third Tuesday in June

Deadline for the governing board to establish the election date if they choose a different date than the 2nd Tuesday in April. (9-13-1 & 9-13-1.1 & 9-13-1.2 & 13.7-10)

No later than January 14

Publish notice of vacancies and time and place for filing petitions each week for two consecutive weeks. (9-13-6, 9-13-40 & 05:02:04:06 & 13-7-5) NOTE: confirm that all notices have been received and published by the paper (ask for a confirmation email)

Between the dates of January 15th and 30th

Between the dates of Feb. 15th and March 1st

Between the dates of March 15th and 30th

Earliest date to begin petition circulation and earliest date to file nominating petition. (9-13-9, 9-13-40, 9-13-37, 13-7-6; ARSD 05:02:08:13 and 05:02:08:11)

January 25th

March 1st

April 9th

Feb. 22nd 5:00 pm

March 26th 5:00 pm

May 10th 5:00 pm

Feb. 22nd 5:00 pm

March 26th 5:00 pm

May 10th 5:00 pm

Within 15 days of filing nominating petition Order so you receive before absentee voting begins Draw after petition filing deadline

Anytime

Between the dates of March 4th and 8th Between the dates of March 11th and 15th March 25th by 5:00 pm

Between the dates of April 29th and May 3rd Between the dates of May 6th and 10th May 20th by 5:00 pm

Deadline for filing nominating petition. If this is a Friday, please plan accordingly to be available to accept petitions. Registered mail is acceptable if postmarked by the deadline date and time. (9-13-7, 9-13-40, 9-13-37, 13-7-6) Deadline for submission of written request to withdraw candidate's name from nomination. If you will not have an election, you DO NOT have to publish anything further or notify our office. (9-13-7.1, 13-7-7 & 05:02:07:05) Remember to issue certificates of election. See page 2 for more info. Deadline for Candidates, in first class municipalities only, to file the Candidate Financial Interest Statement with the person in charge of the election (12-25-30). A sample form can be found at sdsos.gov. Have you ordered your election kit? McLeodâ€™s Printing in Mitchell (605-996-5151) is the only company in SD that sells election kits. Check to see if you need to order absentee ballot combined envelopes (05:02:10:01.03). Once you know you have an election, drawing for candidate order on the ballot needs to be conducted. Each candidate may be present. (9-13-21) Donâ€™t forget to have your governing board appoint your Election Board. (9-13-16.1 & 05:02:05:11.01) You may use high school seniors (must be 18 years old) (13-27-6.1) Compensation for election board (9-13-16.1) First publication of voter registration notice. Must be published for two consecutive weeks. (12-4-5.2 & 05:02:04:04) Second publication of voter registration notice. The last publication to be not less than ten nor more than fifteen days before the deadline for registration (12-4-5.2 & 05:02:04:04) Deadline for voter registration. (12-4-5) South Dakota Secretary of State

Between the dates of May 13th and 17th Between the dates of May 20th and 24th June 3rd by 5:00 pm

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Absentee ballots must be made available no later than 15 days prior to the election (9-13-21). Sample ballots must be printed on yellow paper and we encourage you to put the word SAMPLE on the sample ballot. The paper ballot form can be found at 05:02:06:12. The optical scan ballot can be found at 05:02:06:10.

March 25th

May 20th

June 3rd

Publish notice of election that needs to be published each week for two consecutive weeks. First publication must be at least 10 days before the election. (9-13-13 & 05:02:04:08)

Weeks of March 25th and April 1st

Weeks of May 20th and May 27th

Weeks of June 3rd and June 10th

Week of April 1st

Week of May 27th

Week of June 10th

Conduct test anytime between March 30 – April 8 April 8th by 5:00 pm

Conduct test anytime between May 25th – June 3rd June 3rd by 5:00 pm

Conduct test anytime between June 8th – 17th June 17th by 5:00 pm

APRIL 9

JUNE 4

JUNE 18

until 3:00 pm

APRIL 9

JUNE 4

JUNE 18

April 16th

June 11th

June 25th

Within 2 days after canvass

Publish facsimile ballot in the calendar week before the election. The calendar week falls from the Monday to the Saturday of the week prior to the Tuesday of Election Day. (9-13-13 & 12-16-16.2 talks about the size for publication) If using optical scan ballots: Not more than ten days prior to an election, the person in charge of the election shall conduct a test of the automatic tabulating equipment. Notice of the test, must be published at least 48 hours prior to the test. (12-17B-5 & 05:02:09:01.01) Deadline for a voter to absentee vote in-person. A voter, who is confined due to sickness or disability, may request an absentee ballot via authorized messenger until 3:00 pm the day of the election. The ballot must be returned to you in time for your or your staff to get it to the proper polling location by 7:00 pm. ELECTION DAY. Polls open 7:00 am to 7:00 pm (9-13-1, 13-7-10). The person in charge of the election MUST BE AVAILABLE from 7:00 am until the ballots have been counted and all election materials and supplies have been returned. Deadline for official canvass. (9-13-24) Issue certificates of election. (9-13-5 & 9-13-28; 05:02:15:08 & 05:02:15:09)

In a first class municipality, an official must file an Elected Official Financial Interest Within 15 Within 15 Within 15 Statement (3-1A-4). NOTE: as of July 1, 2017, these must be filed annually per days of days of days of 3-1A-4. The financial interest statement is filed with the person in charge of the taking oath taking oath taking oath election and a sample form can be found at sdsos.gov. of office of office of office Oaths of Office: There is nothing in Administrative rule that outlines the form/wording of an oath of office. Please work with your (city or school, depending on which calendar) attorney to write the oath. Also, there is nothing that clearly guides you as to when your officials must take the oath. Work with your attorney regarding this. Reference SDCL 9-14-5 for qualifying for office. Note: If the municipal election is combined with a school election on a date other than the 2nd Tuesday in April, all dates follow SDCL 13-7 (except when combined with the county for a primary election). When combining, make sure to have a written agreement with the other jurisdiction determining who is responsible and who is paying for each election process. Ballot color for combined elections: If combining, one ballot must be white, and the other jurisdiction will use a contrasting color (do not use yellow as that is the color for sample ballots). ARSD 05:02:06:18 Notify County Auditor: Contact your county auditor when you know you will have an election and ask if he/she can be available from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm on that date to answer questions regarding voter registration. (SDCL 7-7-2) Missed Election Notices: We do encourage any jurisdiction that misses a publication to try to get it published and post the notice around their jurisdiction. The notice would still be considered late and the election could still be challenged. Make sure to contact your city attorney if you miss a notice. If you intend to check the registration status of the candidate and/or petition signers (you are not required by law to do this), you must do it for all petitions and all signers, go to: http://cityandschoollookup.sdsos.gov/Login.aspx . If you forgot your username and password, or never had one, contact the Secretary of State’s Election Team and we will provide one to you. Contact a member of the Secretary of State’s Election Team with any questions at Elections@state.sd.us or 605-773-3537. Additional election information can be found at: https://sdsos.gov . Click on Elections and Voting then the City/School Resources button. First Class Municipalities: Aberdeen, Belle Fourche, Box Elder, Brandon, Brookings, Harrisburg, Huron, Madison, Mitchell, Pierre, Rapid City, Sioux Falls, Spearfish, Sturgis, Vermillion, Watertown and Yankton. Home Rule Municipalities: Aberdeen, Beresford, Brookings, Elk Point, Faith, Ft. Pierre, Pierre, Sioux Falls, Springfield and Watertown. South Dakota Secretary of State

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Municipal Elections: Q & A

Refer to the 2019 Municipal Elections Handbook for additional information. The handbook can be found on the SDML website under the Library section then Elections.

How is a candidate for municipal office nominated?

For the second Tuesday in April election, no candidate for elective municipal office may be nominated unless a nominating petition is filed with the finance officer no later than five p.m. on the last Friday in February preceding the day of election. The petition shall be considered filed if it is mailed by registered mail by five p.m. on the last Friday in February before the election. The petition shall contain the name, residence address, and mailing address of the candidate and the office for which the candidate is nominated and shall be on the form prescribed by the State Board of Elections. The signer's post office box number may be given in lieu of a street address if the signer lives within a municipality of the second or third class. The finance officer may only accept nominating petitions that are on the prescribed form and were circulated and submitted pursuant to the provisions in chapters 9-13 and

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12-6. If the nominating petition meets the statutory requirements, the filing of the petition constitutes nomination. (SDCL 9-13-7).

The statutes for combined election dates, regarding filing deadlines, can be found at SDCL 9-13-37, 9-13-40, 13-7-5 and 13-7-6.

How many signatures are required on a nominating petition for a municipal election?

In municipalities of the first and second class, if the candidate is to be voted for by the voters at large, a nominating petition shall be signed by five percent of the registered voters of the municipality based on the number of registered voters recorded by the county auditor on the second Tuesday in January of the year of the election. No petition needs to be signed by more than fifty voters. If the candidate is to be voted for by the voters of a ward or subdivision of a municipality of the first or second class having more than one ward or subdivision, a nominating petition shall be signed by five percent of the registered voters of the ward based on the number of registered voters recorded by the county auditor on the second Tuesday in January of the year of the election. No petition needs to be signed by more than fifty voters.

In municipalities of the third class, if the candidate is to be voted for by the voters at large, the nominating petition shall be signed by not less than three registered voters of the municipality. If the candidate is to be voted for by the voters of a ward of a municipality having more than one ward, the nominating petition shall be signed by not less than three registered voters of the ward. No nominating petition may be circulated until on or after the first day of circulation for that election (SDCL 9-13-9). All petition signers must be active registered voters in the municipality where the candidate is being nominated. All petition signers may only sign one petition for each office to be filled (SDCL 12-6-8), with the exception of a voter from a third class municipality is not restricted to the number of petitions which the person may sign (SDCL 913-9).

If a person signs more than one petition (except in a third class municipality) the first valid signature presented counts. 5:02:08:00.04. Validity of petition signature when signer has signed more petitions than offices to be nominated. The first signature presented to the filing office which meets the requirements of SDCL 12-6-8 and SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES

§§ 5:02:08:00 and 5:02:08:00.01 is valid. The same signature which meets the requirements of SDCL 12-6-8 and §§ 5:02:08:00 and 5:02:08:00.01 on the next nominating petition presented to the filing office may also be valid if the person has not signed petitions exceeding the number of candidates required to be nominated for the same office. Any subsequent signature by such person on a nominating petition presented to the filing office that exceeds the number of candidates required to be nominated for the same office is not valid, except as provided in SDCL 9-13-9. Can anyone circulate a petition?

Yes, as long as the person is a South Dakota resident and at least 18 years of age (ARSD 5:02:08:13, SDCL 12-1-3 (9)). A circulator can sign the petition they are circulating. May a candidate withdraw after filing a petition?

Yes. Any person who has filed a nominating petition pursuant to SDCL 9-13-7 may withdraw from the nomination by a written request, signed by the person and properly acknowledged and filed with the finance officer of the municipality. The name of a withdrawn or deceased candidate may not be printed on the ballot if the candidate withdraws or dies no later than five p.m. on the deadline day for filing nominating petitions (9-13-7.1).

vote pursuant to chapter 12-4 and resides in the municipality at the time of the election. For the purposes of this section, a person resides in the municipality if the person actually lives in the municipality for at least thirty days each year, is a full-time postsecondary education student who resided in the municipality immediately prior to leaving for the postsecondary education, or is on active duty as a member of the armed forces whose home of record is within the municipality. A voter’s qualification as a resident may be challenged in the manner provided in SDCL 12-18-10. No election may be contested on the grounds that any nonresident was allowed to vote if the nonresident was not challenged in the manner provided in SDCL 12-18-10.

SDCL 12-1-4 explains: 12-1-4. Criteria for determining voting residence. For the purposes of this title, the term, residence, means the place in which a person has fixed his or her habitation and to which the person, whenever absent, intends to return.

A person who has left home and gone into another state or territory or county of this state for a temporary purpose only has not changed his or her residence.

If death or withdrawal of a candidate or candidates occurs at any time prior to five p.m. on the deadline day for filing nominating petitions results in there being no contest on the ballot, that ballot need not be voted. In addition, if that contest constitutes the only ballot to be voted upon, then the election shall be canceled by the official in charge of the election and the unopposed candidate shall be issued a certificate of election (9-13-7.1). What if only one candidate files for office?

No election shall be held in any municipality, or ward thereof, wherein there is no question to be submitted to the voters or wherein there are no opposing candidates for any office; in case there are no opposing candidates the auditor or clerk shall issue certificates of election to the nominees, if any, in the same manner as to successful candidates after election (SDCL 9-13-5).

Who is eligible to vote in a municipal election? SDCL 9-13-4.1 explains: 9-13-4.1. Registration and residence required to vote in municipal election—Residence defined— Challenge—Contest of election. No person may vote at any municipal election unless the person is registered to JANUARY 2019

A person is considered to have gained a residence in any county or municipality of this state in which the person actually lives, if the person has no present intention of leaving.

If a person moves to another state, or to any of the other territories, with the intention of making it his or her permanent home, the person thereby loses residence in this state. What does it mean when it says a person must qualify for office? In order to qualify, a person must:

A. B.

Be a qualified voter of the municipality (9-14-2); Reside in the municipality three months before the election (SDCL 9-14-2). If the person has resided in an area annexed, pursuant to chapter 94, for at least three months, he may hold any municipal office. Not be a defaulter to the municipality (an individual that held a municipal position and absconded with city funds during their term of office; page 5-6 of SDML Handbook for Municipal Officials). This section does not apply to appointive officers (SDCL 9-14-2). Take an oath of office and give a bond (SDCL 31-5).

Alderman candidates must be registered voters and residents of the ward they are running for when nominated (SDCL 9-8-1.1).

The person in charge of the election is responsible for notifying the person elected what they need to do to qualify.

9-13-28. Notice to persons elected—Time allowed for qualification. The finance officer, within two days after the result of the election is declared, shall notify each person elected to office of the person’s election. If a person does not qualify by filing an oath or affirmation of office in the usual form provided by law within ten days after the first meeting of the month next succeeding the election, the office becomes vacant. If an official fails to qualify then a vacancy is created pursuant to SDCL 3-4-1: 3-4-1. Events causing vacancy in office. An office becomes vacant if one of the following events applies to a member of a governing body or elected officer before the expiration of the term of the office; the person: (1) Dies; (2) Resigns; (3) Is removed from office; (4) Fails to qualify as provided by law; (5) Ceases to be a resident of the state, district, county, municipality, township, ward, or precinct in which the duties of the office are to be exercised or for which elected; (6) Is convicted of any infamous crime or of any offense involving a violation of the official oath of the office; or (7) Has a judgment obtained against the person for a breach of an official bond.

Who determines what size campaign signs can be, when they can be put up and when they have to be taken down?

That is up to the local government to establish rules governing dates and sizes.

Please also note that, unless the city has adopted campaign finance laws or ordinances, a candidate does not have to put “paid for by…” on the campaign materials.

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Who selects and pays for election officials?

Each voting precinct shall be presided over by an election board consisting of a minimum of two precinct deputies and one precinct superintendent appointed by the governing body (if your wards all use the same polling place you only need to appoint one election board, SDCL 9-13-36). Each precinct superintendent and precinct deputy shall receive compensation which shall be fixed by the governing body (9-13-16.1). The state board of elections has adopted a form to be used in appointing election officials for school or municipal elections (05:02:05:11). Refer to the kinship chart at https://sdsos.gov/elections-voting/assets/DegreeOfKinshipChart2018.pdf when considering who you can appoint as your election officials. Certain relatives of candidates are prohibited from serving on election and counting boards. No person may serve on an election or counting board who is a candidate or related by blood or marriage within the second degree to a candidate who is on the ballot in that precinct (SDCL 12-15-14.3).

Federal regulations have a special exception for Election Workers – you do not need to withhold Social Security or Medicare from their paychecks if they earn less than $1600 and do not hold any other city position. No 1099 needs to

be issued. If the individual earns more than $1600 or their election pay plus their wage from their other city position is more than $1600 then you follow normal procedure for withholdings.

Any precinct superintendent or precinct deputy appointed under the provisions of SDCL 12-15-1 shall be a registered voter and a resident of the precinct for which the person is appointed. If, by the time prescribed in SDCL 12-15-1, a sufficient number of members of the precinct election board are unable to be appointed, a vacancy may be filled by appointing any registered voter of the county in which the precinct is located provided the voter meets the party distribution required by SDCL 12-15-3 (SDCL 12-15-2). What constitutes an official canvass?

The election returns shall be reported as soon as possible to the finance officer, and within seven days of the election, the governing body shall canvass the election returns, declare the result, and enter the result on its journal (SDCL 9-13-24). Please note that the voter registration list is considered a public record.

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A quorum of council needs to be present for the canvas since a majority vote to approve the canvas needs to be taken and recorded.

The person in charge of the election can destroy the voted ballots and pollbook from a non-federal election sixty days following the election. However, they may not be destroyed if a recount or contest of the election is pending (SDCL 12-20-31). What is the procedure for absentee voting?

The application, receipt for absentee ballot, guidelines for acceptance, combined application return envelope, envelope for transmitting application, envelope for sending ballots, instructions to voter, official return envelope for ballots, official record of absentee ballots delivered to voters and envelopes for use with voting service and overseas ballots can all be found at ARSD 05:02:10.

Any registered voter may vote by absentee ballot in one of two ways – in person or by mail. Voters do not need to provide a reason in order to absentee vote (SDCL 12-191). It is important to note that absentee ballots have to be available no later than 15 days prior to the Election Day

(SDCL 9-13-21).

An absentee voter desiring to vote by mail may apply to the person in charge of the election for an absentee ballot. The application or request shall be made in writing and be signed by the applicant and state the applicant’s voter registration address. The application or request (except from overseas military or overseas citizen voters) shall contain an oath verifying the validity of the information contained in the application or request. The oath shall be administered by a notary public or other officer authorized by this state to administer an oath or administered by an out-of-state notary public. If the application or request does not contain an oath, the application or request shall be accompanied by a copy of the voter’s identification card as required by § 12-18-6.1.The application or request may be used to obtain an absentee ballot for all elections in that calendar year conducted by the jurisdiction receiving the application or request if so indicated (SDCL 12-19-2). If you receive an absentee ballot application that also indicates other elections that they want a ballot for, please make sure to send a copy of the application to those jurisdictions.

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election for an absentee ballot during regular office hours up to 5:00 p.m. on the day before the election (SDCL 1219-2.1). If the voter applies in person, the voter shall complete a combined absentee ballot application/return envelope and show the person in charge of the election the voter’s identification card as required in SDCL 12-18-6.1 or complete the affidavit as provided in SDCL 12-18-6.2.

In the event of confinement because of sickness or disability, a qualified voter may apply pursuant to the provisions of SDCL 12-19-2 in writing for and obtain an absentee ballot by authorized messenger so designated over the signature of the voter. The person in charge of the election may deliver to the authorized messenger a ballot to be delivered to the qualified voter. An application for a ballot by authorized messenger must be received by the person in charge of the election before 3:00 p.m. the day of the election. If an application designating an authorized messenger also indicates a request for an absentee ballot for any future election, such absentee ballot shall be mailed to the address provided on the application. If no address is provided, the ballot shall be mailed to the person’s voter registration address (SDCL 12-19-2.1).

The voter must sign a statement on the absentee ballot

envelope prior to returning the ballot. All voted ballots must be returned to the person in charge of the election in time to be delivered to the appropriate polling place prior to the closing of the polls.

Any voter identified as being covered by the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (42 U.S.C. 1973ff-1) as of January 1, 2011, may submit an application or request for an absentee ballot by facsimile or emailed image to the person in charge of the election. The secretary of state may authorize a person in charge of an election to accept an application or request for absentee ballot pursuant to this section through the system provided by the Office of the Secretary of State (SDCL 12-19-2.3). A finance officer is not authorized in law to go to nursing facilities or care centers etc. to help citizens vote absentee. Those individuals need to request an absentee ballot through the regular process. A finance officer or other city employee would be able to drop off absentee ballot applications. Only if a voter puts the finance officer as their authorized messenger would the finance officer be able to bring a ballot to them to vote. We encourage finance officers to not do this since you are the person in charge of running the election. The administrator at the

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If any voter who had previously filed an application or request for an absentee ballot submits another application or request for the same election with an updated address, the county auditor shall send an absentee ballot to the new address. If any voter who had previously filed an application or request for absentee ballot appears at the county auditorâ€™s office, the voter may complete another application and be allowed to vote an absentee ballot. If any voter who filed an application or request for absentee ballot notifies the county auditor that the voter never received that ballot, the voter may request that another ballot be sent to the same address. The provisions of this section only apply to a person who has not voted or returned an absentee ballot (SDCL 12-19-2.4).

If a registration form is received simultaneous with an absentee ballot request and prior to the registration deadline, the absentee ballot provided shall be based on the submitted registration form (SDCL 12-19-3).

What is the procedure for combining elections with the school district or county? With School District: The members of the governing

body of a municipality may choose to hold a general municipal election in conjunction with a regular school district election. The combined election is subject to approval by the governing body of the school district. The combined election shall be held on the regular date set for either the general municipal election or the school district election and all dates associated with either election pursuant to chapters 9-13 and 13-7 shall be adjusted accordingly. Expenses of a combined election shall be shared in a manner agreed upon by the governing bodies of the municipality and the school district. All other governmental responsibilities associated with holding elections under the provisions of chapters 9-13 and 13-7 shall be shared as agreed upon by the governing bodies (SDCL 9-13-1.1).

With County: The members of the governing body of a municipality may choose to hold a municipal election in conjunction with the regular June primary election. The combined election is subject to approval by the county commissions of the counties in which the municipality is located. Expenses of a combined election shall be shared in a manner agreed upon by the governing body of the municipality and the county commissions involved. All other governmental responsibilities associated with holding elections under the provisions of chapter 9-13 and

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Title 12 shall be shared as agreed upon by the governing bodies. The finance officer shall publish the notice required in SDCL 9-13-6 between February fifteenth and March first. No nominating petition may be circulated for signatures until March first. Nominating petitions shall be filed under the provisions of SDCL 9-13-7 by the last Tuesday in March. The finance officer shall certify to the appropriate county auditor the candidate names and ballot language to be voted on by the first Thursday after the last Tuesday in March (SDCL 9-13-37). What are the hours for municipal elections?

The polls shall be opened at the hour of seven oâ€™clock a.m. and remain continuously open until seven oâ€™clock p.m., standard time or daylight savings time, whichever is in effect. However, no polling place may be closed at any election until all the voters who have presented themselves at the polling place inside or outside for the purpose of voting prior to the time of the closing of the polls shall have had time to cast their ballots (SDCL 12-2-3, 9-13-1).

Are candidates in municipal elections required to file financial interest statements?

Yes, if in a first class municipality. Every person elected or appointed to any civil office shall, before entering upon the duties thereof, qualify by taking an oath or affirmation to support the Constitution of the United States and of this state, and faithfully to discharge the duties of his office, naming it; and by giving a bond, when one is required, conditioned that he will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of his office, naming it, and render a true account of all money, credits, accounts, and public personal property requiring inventory, as defined in rules issued by the commissioner of the bureau of administration, that shall come into his hands as such officer, and pay over and deliver the same according to law (SDCL 3-1-5). Any candidate for county commissioner, school board member in a school district with a total enrollment of more than two thousand students, or commissioner, council member, or mayor in any first class municipality, shall file a statement of financial interest with the office at which the candidate's nominating petitions are filed not more than fifteen days after filing the candidate's nominating petitions or, if otherwise nominated, not more than fifteen days after the candidate's nomination is certified. Any violation of this section is a petty offense. An intentional violation of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor. (SDCL 12-25-30).

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Do any campaign finance reporting requirements apply to municipal elections?

Only for 1st class municipality ballot question committees or if a city has adopted campaign finance ordinances.

Campaign finance requirements apply to each statewide office, legislative office, statewide ballot question, county offices and ballot questions in counties with population greater than ten thousand according to the most recent Federal census, ballot questions in first class municipalities, and school district offices and ballot questions in school districts with more than two thousand average daily membership. Any municipal or school district election covered by this chapter shall conform to the contribution limits applicable to legislative offices. This chapter does not apply to the unified judicial system, nor does this chapter apply to any township or special purpose district offices or ballot questions or elections for municipal offices. However, the governing body of any county, township, municipality, school district, or special purpose district not otherwise covered by this chapter may adopt an ordinance or resolution to make the provisions of this chapter, with or without amendments, applicable to county, township, municipal, school district, or special purpose district elections. (SDCL 12-27-39).

Municipalities have the option of adopting provisions of state law regarding campaign financing for organizations contributing to ballot question committees. If such an ordinance is adopted, information to be contained in the statements is contained in SDCL 12-27-19 and 12-27-22 through 28.

The Secretary of State’s office has campaign finance information available at https://sdsos.gov/electionsvoting/campaign-finance/default.aspx. Who can register voters?

The county auditor has complete charge of maintaining the voter registration records in the county. Voter registration shall be conducted by county auditors and municipal finance officers. Voter registration shall be available at the Secretary of State’s office and at those locations which provide driver’s licenses; food stamps; Temporary Assistance for Needy Families; women, infants, and children nutrition programs; Medicaid; military recruitment; and assistance to the disabled as provided by the Department of Human Services (SDCL 12-4-2). Voter registration forms can be printed at your local printing company or you can print the form off of the Secretary of State’s website. Go to www.sdsos.gov and click on Register to Vote under the Elections & Voting tab.

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Municipal Tax Changes Effective January 1, 2019

Beginning Jan. 1, 2019, two South Dakota communities will implement new municipal taxes or update their current municipal tax rate. The municipal tax changes taking effect include:

Trent, S.D., increasing its 1 percent general sales and use tax rate to 2 percent.

Interior, S.D., increasing its 1.9 percent general sales and use tax rate to 2 percent. In addition to the 2 percent sales and use tax rate, it will impose a 1 percent municipal gross receipts tax rate on lodging, eating establishments, alcoholic beverages, and ticket sales or admissions to places of amusement, athletic and cultural events. South Dakota municipalities are able to implement new tax rates or change existing tax rates Jan. 1 or July 1 each year.

The South Dakota Department of Revenue has Municipal Tax Information Bulletins available, which list all municipal sales and use tax rates statewide, along with information on tribal sales, use and excise taxes.

Updated bulletins are free of charge and available after Jan. 1, 2019. To obtain a Municipal Tax Information Bulletin, download it on the Department of Revenue website at http://dor.sd.gov/Taxes/Business_Taxes/Publications/Municipal_Tax.aspx or contact the Department of Revenue at 1-800-829-9188.

Project Stand Up

Attorney General Marty Jackley and Sioux Falls Police Chief Matt Burns have released the Project Stand Up ~ Safe School demonstration video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=iW3NkP-r0Z0&feature=youtu.be

The 2018-19 school year saw the launch of the Project Stand Up – Safe School component which is a statewide anonymous texting program allows citizens to standup for school safety in their communities. “A huge thank you to the Sioux Falls Police Department, students, parents and school officials for their creative work on this video. The video demonstrates the ease of the anonymous texting platform and how it aids both school officials and law enforcement to better protect our children,” said Jackley. “Keeping children safe at school is a priority for all law enforcement,” said Chief Burns. “Project Stand Up provides students and parents a way to send information to law enforcement that will help ensure our schools are safe for all.”

The video was shot with the help of the Sioux Falls Police Department, the Sioux Falls School District and Sioux Falls CityLink.

Project Stand Up is a coordinated effort amongst law enforcement officials and school districts statewide to standup for school safety in South Dakota. Texting a tip is simple- just text ‘safe’ to 82257. The tipster will be asked a series of questions for additional information. The level of involvement lies with the individual, while always remaining anonymous.

Since its inception in August, the tip line has received 31 total tips, including drugs, bullying, suicide and school safety.

The success of this program would not be what it is without the following partners: Associated School Boards of South Dakota, School Administrators of South Dakota, South Dakota Sheriff’s Association, South Dakota Police Chiefs’ Associations, South Dakota Department of Public Safety, U.S. Attorneys Office and the South Dakota Attorney General’s Office. JANUARY 2019

National League of Cities Recommends Circular Economy to Improve Recycling Efforts in Communities

A circular economy could save billions of dollars and create over a million jobs

To improve municipal waste management practices, boost local green jobs and help address climate change, the National League of Cities (NLC), in partnership with Starbucks, has released Recycling Reimagined, a new action guide designed for city leaders. Released on America Recycles Day, the action guide provides cities with the tools they need to establish a circular economic framework for recycling and recommendations for how to achieve zero waste.

"For decades, cities have led the charge for reducing waste and reusing valuable materials," said Clarence E. Anthony, CEO and executive director of the National League of Cities (NLC). "City leaders care deeply about health of their citizens and the safety of their environment. From coast to coast, cities large and small can use the tools and recommendations in this action guide to reduce waste and build a more sustainable future for our communities."

Americans generate more waste than any other country in the world, and that amount is growing fast. But the EPA suggests that as much as 75 percent of all waste is recyclable and compostable, even though over half of that material ends up in landfills.

Currently, much of the global economy operates in a linear fashion: Resources make products, products are consumed, and both the products and any byproducts of manufacturing are disposed of. This "take-make-waste" model depletes resources, harms the environment and ultimately traps valuable materials in landfills.

In contrast, the "circular economy" model aims to keep resources within a closed loop of reuse, regeneration and recycling. A circular economy closes the loop by connecting the two ends of the linear cycle - using waste as a feedstock for production and limiting actual disposal. It ultimately aims to achieve zero waste by prioritizing the highest and best use of materials and resources.

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The benefits are manifold. A 75 percent diversion rate by 2030 could produce 1.1 million new jobs and reduce carbon dioxide by 276 million tons, as well as save billions of dollars.

Recycling Reimagined offers case studies from cities like Phoenix, Arizona, Boulder, Colorado, Austin, Texas, Copenhagen, Denmark, and Vancouver, Canada, who are already leading the way on zero waste. The action guide also includes recommendations and data for city leaders looking to build sustainable waste management systems in their communities.

"Starbucks is committed to serving our communities sustainably," said Rebecca Zimmer, global director of environment at Starbucks. "We are proud to partner with National League of Cities as they work to help cities increase access to recycling, reduce waste and create equitable, prosperous communities in cities across the country."

Recommendations for achieving zero waste include: 1. Performing waste characterization studies 2. Doing continuous outreach and marketing 3. Prioritizing the best use of materials and resources 4. Considering instituting standardized recycling and composting programs 5. Using city procurement to boost sustainable products and end markets 6. Building partnerships and regional support 7. Finding innovative funding models 8. Investing in infrastructure and improved technology 9. Piloting programs The action guide is available at http://nlc.org/recyclingreimagined/.

The National League of Cities (NLC) is dedicated to helping city leaders build better communities. NLC is a resource and advocate for 19,000 cities, towns and villages, representing more than 218 million Americans. www.nlc.org

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A Glance Through the Newly Designed SDML Website

The newly designed SDML website went live earlier this summer with the assistance and support of Government Websites by GovOffice. Redesigning a website can be a daunting task, however, with some terrific IT support and fine tuning of the resulting product, we are very pleased with the new look and features that our website offers to members of the SDML and other users.

If you haven’t gotten the chance to check out the SDML’s newly designed website, please allow us the chance to introduce you to some of the new features of the website as well as direct you to sections that you may have frequently used in the past, but just have a new look and location! We recommend logging onto the website at https://www.sdmunicipalleague.org/ and clicking through each section as you read the descriptions below. At the top of the webpage you will find the Notification Banner where we will post important, time sensitive information. For example, if an event is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, the Notification Banner will be utilized to relay the information to you, as members.

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Personnel Policy – Are you revamping or creating a new personnel policy manual? This link directs you to the login to access the Sample Personnel Policies site. The online access to the policies is free for members of the SDPAA, but can be purchased if not a member. Salary Survey – Use this link to access the SDML Salary Survey which provides information regarding both elected officials and city employees in SD cities. Access to the survey is free for members of the SDML. Municipal Calendar – This calendar is a good guide to follow regarding deadlines for elections, financial reports and other statutory requirements for annual tasks completed by a city. Grant Opportunities – This site contains a comprehensive list of grants available to cities through State, Federal and Private organizations. Helpful Links – This is a comprehensive list of links to websites for Federal, State and local agencies that cities frequently work with.

The bottom four boxes provide a quick way to catch up on information from past SDML events, another way to access upcoming event details, and Classifieds featuring both employment opportunities and items for sale. This is also the best way to access both current and past issues of our monthly South Dakota Municipalities Magazine online (even before you get it in the mail!).

Hopefully this run-down of the features of the SDML website has been helpful to you. I recommend saving the website to your “favorites” bar and accessing it often! Please let us know if you have any recommendations for continued improvement of the website. As always give us a call if you need any assistance in problem solving or resource finding for municipal matters!

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By Chris Hill, Director of Municipal Electrical Services

Elk Point

I met Trevor Job at the SDML Conference back in October. Trevor is the Public Works Director in Elk Point and has been there since October of 2017. There are currently two linemen working in the electrical department, Dan Hutcheson is the lead lineman and Troy VanRoekel is currently working on completing his apprenticeship through the Merchantâ€™s Program. The rest of the city employees that are responsible for the success of Elk Point are Mark Rubida - Waste Water Department, Eric Haines Water, Mark Hansen - Mechanic/Street Department, Justin Keegan and Kirk Pyle - Street Department, Derek Tuttle City Administrator, Erika Hammitt - Finance Officer, Andrea Geary - Assistant Finance Officer, and Kim Hutcheson - Utility Clerk.

the transition from overheard to underground. Elk Point is now 100% underground and is in the process of tearing down the dead overhead. Trevor also informed me that they will be switching out street lights with LED as current lights burn out. Elk Point does have some fiberglass street lights in town that are also being replaced with aluminum as needed. The City of Elk Point is served by East River Electric, who actually serves a few of the customers in the community.

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Next year the city is planning a complete reconstruction of Rose Street, which is heavily traveled and has a State Highway to the west and a County Road to the east. Trevor also mentioned that there is an old tennis court near the school and baseball fields that potentially could be turned into a parking lot for school events. Trevor Job, Erika Hammit, Andrea Geary, Derek Tuttle

I have driven by Elk Point several times and I am always impressed with the interstate curb appeal that you can see while driving. Several newer houses on the southeast end of Elk Point are in the Dunhams Development area near the golf course. The decorative lights that line the walk/bike path are also very appealing as you are driving on I-29. Elk Point has several economic development areas and continues to progress and grow each year. Some of the major recent projects to the electrical system have been the implementation of AMR meters and completing 34

The Elk Point Development Corporation has developed 6 industrial lots on the west end of town. One of those lots is currently occupied by Helluva Shipping Containers. There are still a couple industrial lots left right off of the interstate. Economic development is also taking place on the south side of Elk Point with some residential lots available near the bike path, which is throughout the community. The city also has a city park and a city campground with 30 Amp hookups that will be replaced with 50 Amp in the near future. The campground is located near the city park and city pond. Trevor informed me that during the summer you can see kids fishing in the pond as well as people picnicking and using the bike path. SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES

SDML Directory Changes

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Elk Point Electrical Lineman, Dan Hutcheson and Apprentice, Troy Van Roekel

Keystone: Lake Preston

Lennox Philip Pierre

Spearfish:

Webster:

Elk Point Bike Path and Picnic Area

Delete: FO Mary Jo Nelson Add: FO Jessicca McKeown Delete: M Joshua Kayser Add: M Seth McGregor

Delete: FO Vanessa Row Add: FO Cassandra Ott

Delete: FO Callie Junker Add: FO Brenda Nesseim

Delete: FO Donna Houck Add: ADM Nathan Vander Plaats

Delete: CM Jennifer Henrie Add: CM Terri Pelle

Update: 2301 Patron Pkwy, Ste. 1

Delete: RD Perry Mader

Delete: STS Brian Sichmeller Add: STS Randy Block

Email Directory changes to lisa@sdmunicipalleague.org. Visit www.sdmunicipalleague.org for a cumulative listing of changes to the 2018-2019 Directory of Municipal Officials.

Elk Point City Park

As I was leaving, I promised Trevor that I would come back in the summer and take updated pictures. Elk Point is another great South Dakota community, and even in the winter, it’s not tough to see what makes their HOMETOWN great!

Questions? Comments? Email me at Chris@sdmunicipalleague.org Call Chris: 605-770-6299

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Save the Date! April 30 – May 1, 2019 Energize! Conference COMMUNITY VITALITY

The SDSU Extension Community Vitality Team and the Community of Lemmon will host the Energize! Exploring Innovative Rural Communities Conference April 30 – May 1, 2019 in downtown Lemmon businesses.

Designed to energize South Dakota’s rural communities by inviting them to network with community leaders from across the state, share success stories, get ideas and take action to improve their own communities; the conference will offer several sessions including: Funding for Community Projects, Entrepreneurial Experiences, Agritourism and Value Added Agriculture and Engaging Community Members. “This event will have information for communities, resources and ways to become involved, as well as information for current and potential entrepreneurs,” said Paul Thares, SDSU Extension Community Vitality Field Specialist.

The event will feature Brent Comstock as the keynote speaker. Brent is the CEO of BCom Solutions, LLC. Brent is an entrepreneur, speaker and 23 year old venture capitalist.

Brent will share a message of tactical inspiration focused on building sustainable models of growth for rural America. In addition he will have two breakout sessions where he shares information on engaging youth in rural America “This event is a collaborative effort between leaders in the community of Lemmon and the SDSU Extension Community Vitality Team,” said Thares.

The idea for this event, Thares explained, came when members of the SDSU Community Vitality Team spent JANUARY 2019

two days in April of 2017 attending a “Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities” Conference in McCook, Nebraska.

That conference, hosted by University of Nebraska Extension, offered an interesting venue twist: conference sessions were held in main street businesses. First tried by Michigan State University with success, the University of Nebraska Extension duplicated the innovative idea in McCook. Since than SDSU Extension reproduced the Energize! Conference, with much success, in the community of De Smet this past May (2018).

De Smet business owners and managers shared their entrepreneurial journeys, while speakers and presenters shared their experiences & knowledge on a variety of topics. The combination was powerful, with all groups learning from each other. The goal is to create a similar experience in Lemmon.

More on Brent Comstock Brent Comstock is an entrepreneur, rural economic developer, venture capitalist, and keynote speaker.

Since the age of 12, Brent has served as founder and CEO of the nationally recognized company, BCom Solutions. In this role, Brent has served as the senior digital adviser for local, state, and national political campaigns, and billiondollar fundraising initiatives. He is a nationally-recognized key leader for using broadband to connect rural America.

He used his company’s success as a platform to dive deeper into rural entrepreneurship with the development of the Rural Impact Hub — a place for rural community organizations to partner together and collaborate ways to support and strengthen rural America.

More recently Brent serves as principal of the venture capital fund, Change Ventures that invests in early stage Baltic-region start-ups. Brent is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Duke University where he was a Robertson Scholar.

Registration information To Register for the Energize! Exploring Innovative Rural Communities Conference, contact Paul Thares with any questions at 605-374-4177 or e-mail Paul.thares@sdstate.edu.

SDPAA - A Year in Review

By: Dave Pfeifle, Executive Director, SDPAA

The Year 2018 marked the 31st anniversary of the South Dakota Public Assurance, which was formed during the 1980’s insurance crisis when local governments could not secure affordable liability insurance, if any, from private insurance companies. Out of necessity, visionaries from local governments across South Dakota successfully spearheaded enabling legislation through the SD Legislature to create their own risk sharing pool to provide property and liability coverage for their fellow local governments. Today, the SDPAA has expanded to 427 Members across South Dakota, including counties, municipalities, townships, and special districts. From its inception, the SDPAA has distinguished itself by providing exceptional services to its Members. As part of their Membership, SDPAA Members receive free loss control surveys and property valuations. At any time, SDPAA Members can also consult with experienced and knowledgeable SDPAA staff, who are public employees with a unique appreciation of the risks faced by local governments in South Dakota. The SDPAA has proven to be the best option for coverage for local governments in South Dakota by providing stable pricing and the broadest coverages available that are uniquely tailored to meet the specific needs of our Members.

The key to the SDPAA’s success is simple: it was formed by, it is for the benefit of, and consists entirely of local governments in South Dakota. We are not beholden to outof-state shareholders. The SDPAA’s Board of Directors is comprised of representatives of its local government Members. The SDPAA’s staff is comprised of public employees who have unique experience serving local governments in South Dakota. The SDPAA utilizes local service providers for loss control and claims adjusting who have considerable experience serving the unique needs of our Members.

SDPAA Board of Directors News At the SDPAA’s Annual Membership meeting in Pierre in October, Mike Wiese, Brown County Commissioner, and Mike Hall, City of Sioux Falls Risk Manager, were reelected to three-year terms on the Board. At the Board’s December meeting, the Board appointed Jim Borszich, retired President/CEO of the Greater Huron Development Corporation, to fill a vacant Municipal seat on the Board, which will be subject to election to serve the remaining two years of its three-year term at the 2019 Annual Meeting. The Board also elected the following officers for 2019: Chair: Tracy Turbak, City Finance Director, Sioux Falls, retired 38

Vice Chair: Mike Wiese, Brown County Commissioner

Secretary/Treasurer: Jim Borszich, City of Huron At Large: Steve Harding, Mayor of Pierre

The SDPAA’s continued success has been the result of the dedicated and tireless efforts of its Board, staff, service providers, and Members.

As we approach the Year 2019, we will not rest on our laurels. We will continue to look for new and innovative ways to provide exceptional service to our Members. We are proud to announce a new service starting in 2019 for our Members who have liability coverage:

SDPAA offers Government Practices Hotline: Currently, SDPAA Members who have liability coverage may contact the Employment Practices Hotline (EPH) free of charge for up to one hour to consult with local expert attorneys on employment law topics. Approximately 100 calls are made every year to the EPH by SDPAA Members. Starting in 2019, the SDPAA will offer a similar hotline for any governmental-related questions, which will be called the Government Practices Hotline (GPH). Similar to the EPH, the GPH will provide SDPAA Members who carry liability coverage up to one hour of free legal advice from South Dakota Legal Experts on a wide variety of civil legal issues, including: elections, planning/zoning, open meetings, public records requests, environmental compliance, and Tax Incremental Financing.

The GPH attorneys will be either State’s Attorneys, City Attorneys, or expert transactional and litigation counsel who regularly serve local government clients. Each of these attorneys has extensive experience in local government law to assist our Members. This service is intended to support, not replace, your existing legal advisor. GPH attorneys will be encouraged to work with you and your existing legal advisor to provide the necessary advice for you to effectively and legally serve your constituents.

SDPAA will offer enhanced training opportunities: The SDPAA already provides its Members with thousands of hours of training opportunities as part of their Membership. The SDPAA also co-hosts a Safety and Loss Control Training Conference each year providing hundreds of attendees training seminars on a variety of subjects. This past year, the SDPAA, through Safety Benefits, Inc., one of its service providers, provided 496 hours of training through 127 training sessions to 3,463 SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES

attendees throughout the state. Thus far this year, SDPAA also provided on-line training to 60 Members with 3,186 courses. Through a shared Media Library, 36 Members have been provided with 136 training videos. The SDPAA will expand these opportunities in 2019: â€˘

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The SDPAA is a co-sponsor of new Crisis Intervention Training for all law enforcement officers throughout South Dakota. A combination of class-room and on-line training will assist law enforcement officers in dealing with those who may have a mental illness. This training is a joint effort of the SDPAA, the State of South Dakota, the South Dakota Sheriffâ€™s Association, and the Minnesota Sheriffâ€™s Association. The SDPAA is seeking to provide additional law enforcement training for those communities who may address civil disobedience issues in the near future. More to come.

If you are a Member of the SDPAA, then you are already enjoying these services and many other benefits. If you are not a Member, then please consider what your local government could gain from the availability of these additional services. The SDPAA is uniquely situated to assist you as we all travel along our public service journey.

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State Historical Society Announces Spring Deadwood Fund Grant Applications

The South Dakota State Historical Society announces that the applications for the first round of the 2019 Deadwood Fund grant program are due on Feb. 1, 2019, for work beginning no earlier than May 1, 2019. Grant forms are available online at http://history.sd.gov/preservation/fundingopportunities.as px.

The program is designed to encourage restoration or rehabilitation of historic properties by individuals, organizations or public agencies, according to Jay D. Vogt, director of the State Historical Society, whose historic preservation office administers the program. â€œIt is one more way we can promote and protect our history and culture,â€? Vogt said. Grants will be awarded in amounts ranging from $1,000 to $25,000. The grant amount must be matched at least on a dollar-for-dollar basis from nonfederal and nonstate sources. Nonprofit organizations will be allowed to use inkind services for one-half of their match.

In 2017, $123,869 was awarded among 10 projects, which had matching funds of $360,498, resulting in a total public-private investment of $484,367. Funding for the program is from Deadwood gaming revenue earmarked by state law for historic preservation projects throughout the state and distributed by the State Historical Society. The second round of 2019 applications will be due Oct. 1, 2019, for work beginning no earlier than Jan. 1, 2020.

For more information on the South Dakota State Historical Societyâ€™s Deadwood Fund grant program, contact the State Historic Preservation Office at the Cultural Heritage Center, 900 Governors Drive, Pierre, SD 57501-2217; telephone 605-773-3458.

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Dissecting a Phishing Email

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According to a recent study by Positive Technologies, “As expected, the most successful social engineering technique is the use of a phishing link—27 percent of employees clicked it. Users are not picky when reading the link URL, sometimes clicking it without a second thought. When a user is prompted to download a file and then run it, every additional requested action raises more suspicions. In these cases, only 7 percent of employees were inattentive and fell for the bait.”

With phishing attacks, more steps create red flags—and that means it’s less likely employees will fall for the scam. But phishers are getting better and better at making emails look legitimate. And if scam emails look legitimate, many employees will fall for them.

If you don’t think phishing is a problem at your city, take your total number of employees and multiply that by 0.27. The answer is the total number of employees who are statistically likely to click on a phishing email. But remember it only takes one employee to be fooled for your city to become the latest victim of cyber criminals.

Training helps lessen that risk. In this post, we dissect the tactics scammers use in phishing emails. Your city employees should know about these tactics and receive regular training about them. 1. Convincing email subject lines

A recent TechRepublic article outlined 11 common email subject lines used to trick employees. Notice the pattern for how these subject lines are meant to get your attention and replicate an urgent notice from a legitimate source.

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Review or Quick Review Bank of [Bank Name]; New Notification Charity Donation for You FYI Action Required: Pay your seller account balance Unauthorize login attempt Your recent Chase payment notice to [name of employee] Important: (1) NEW message from [Bank Name] AMAZON: Your Order no #812-4623 might ARRIVED Wire Transfer Assist Urgently

Scammers are looking to get your attention so that you open their email, and they use compelling email subject lines to do it. 2. Convincing sender email address

Scammers have gotten good at spoofing email addresses from people. You may receive an email that looks suspicious (such as saying, “Click here!”), but you might trust the email because it looks like a friend, family member, or co-worker sent it. Their name appears along with their correct email address, so you logically think it’s from them.

So, how do you know whether it’s really from them? Look at other clues within the email. Does the message sound like something that person would send? Is it consistent with previous messages? If you have any doubt at all, call that person and ask if they sent it. 3. Convincing message

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better and better at writing messages that seem legitimate. Let’s look at two tactics.

Classic deception Scammers craft mass email messages that seem legitimate and trick you into clicking. For example, you might receive a message that says, “You have (1) new Amazon reward ready to claim.” If the email contains other Amazon-like messaging that seems legitimate and you’ve participated in similar rewards programs with companies, you may click on the link. Business email compromise and spear phishing

Business email compromise takes a variety of forms but often involves scammers taking over an email account (by gaining access to a username and password), targeting specific people in your city by pretending to be the person whose account they took over, cultivating a targeted person over a period of time, and then enacting the scam.

Business email compromise is different than “spear phishing,” which involves the same tactics but instead relies on a spoofed email address rather than a compromised email account. 4. Convincing look and feel

Another approach involves closely copying legitimate emails from a graphic design perspective. One way that people assess emails is by the look and feel. If it looks professional and sophisticated, it must be okay, right? Take a look at this email. The scammer copies Google graphics fairly well so that, at a glance, it looks legitimate. The Google logo is correct, the blue button looks like Google buttons, and the messaging below the button looks professional.

According to the FBI, “[In] just about every [business email compromise] case, the scammers target employees with access to company finances and trick them into making wire transfers to bank accounts thought to belong to trusted partners—except the money ends up in accounts controlled by the criminals.”

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The email address does not look professional or related to Google at all. “GoogleSupport” is one word. That’s odd. What’s a “returned email message”? If you’ve used email for many years, you know that emails sometimes bounce back and you receive an automated message from the recipient. But you don’t get “returned email messages” with email. An organization like Google would send clear, professional, detailed messages during the rare times they contact you. This email raises more questions than it answers. It’s cryptic. Hovering over the button shows a URL that is suspicious and not related to Google at all.

Again, if you have any doubt whatsoever about an email, don’t click on anything. Instead, go directly to the company’s website or application. For example, if you had doubts about the message above, go directly to your Gmail account and see if any legitimate alerts or messages are waiting there.

6. Convincing links and buttons

Scammers can sometimes spoof links and buttons. In some sophisticated phishing emails, a link can look legitimate but then redirect you to a malicious website that asks you for a username/password, financial information, or information that helps a hacker take over an account. Other links may initiate or get you to download malware, ransomware, or a virus.

Unless you are absolutely certain an email comes from a trusted sender, don’t click on links from an email. For example, even if you think an email from your bank is legitimate, be safe by going directly to the bank’s website.

By understanding the different components of a phishing email, you can better spot the signs of a scam. This post should also highlight the importance of cybersecurity training for city employees. Addressing topics like phishing helps city employees stay aware and guarded against cyberattacks—lessening your risk of human error and lowering your liability.

5. Convincing attachments

Phishing scammers love it when you open attachments full of ransomware, malware, or viruses. To tempt you to open them, they use Word documents, PDFs, and zip files with normal business terminology like “contract,” “invoice,” “order,” etc. For example, look at the following message.

At a glance, you might just see “Apple” and “Order” and think, “Did I order something? Let me check the order.” You click on the PDF and…it’s not a PDF. Something starts downloading to your computer and suddenly you’ve got a ransomware virus infecting your city.

Do not, do not, do not click on suspicious attachments. In the email above, notice the strange email address and complete lack of information about the order. If you have doubt, ask the sender if they sent you a legitimate email with a file or document.

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SD Police Chiefs’ Association and SD Sheriffs’ Association Accepting Award Nominations

made for exceptional achievement in any police endeavor, including extraordinary valor, crime prevention, investigative work, community policing, traffic safety, drug control and prevention, juvenile programs and training programs. This is a joint SDPCA/SDSA Award.

The South Dakota Police Chiefs’ Association (SDPCA) and the South Dakota Sheriffs’ Association (SDSA) are accepting nominations for the following awards:

Medal of Honor For law enforcement officers who willingly distinguish themselves through an act of courage, involving risk of imminent serious injury or death, for the purpose of saving or protecting a human life while taking an armed and immediately dangerous suspect into custody. This is a joint SDPCA/SDSA Award.

Officer of the Year All sworn officers are eligible. This includes law enforcement officers in Police Departments, Sheriffs’ Offices, US Park Service, Customs, Border Patrol, Tribal Agencies, University Police, Reserve Officers, and others below the rank of Chief/Sheriff. Nominations may be

Citizen’s Award of Merit Presented to a citizen, company or group who performed an exceptional act or demonstrated a continued pattern of actions that furthered the missions and goals of the SDPCA and SDSA, or who have made a significant contribution to the law enforcement profession in the State of South Dakota. This is a joint SDPCA/SDSA Award. Sheriffs’ Service Award For contributions by a member of the SDSA which exceed the high standards and contributions normally made by members.

Chief John Wainman Sr. Service Award For contributions by a member of the SDPCA which exceed the high standards and contributions normally made by members. All nominations must be submitted in writing by March 1, 2019. The awards will be presented during the SDPCA and SDSA Joint Meeting held April 23-25 in Deadwood.

An official nomination form can be obtained by visiting www.sdmunicipalleague.org, under the Police Chiefs section of the Affiliates Organizations tab.

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SDML Workers' Compensation Fund Offers a New Grant Program in 2019

For 9 years the SDML Workers’ Compensation Fund has offered two grant programs to its members, the Stryker EMS grant program and the Stan Houston ICS Saw grant program. Because these grant programs promote safety for our members, the SDML Workers’ Compensation Fund Board of Trustees approved both for the 2019 year on a first come first serve basis until the grant funds are exhausted.

Since both grant programs have been so successful, the Board of Trustees approved $5,000 for a third grant program for members of the SDML Workers’

Compensation Fund. Effective 1/1/2019, eligible members can apply for a Trenching and Confined Space Entry Safety Equipment grant to assist with the purchase of approved safety equipment. Common examples of eligible equipment are trench boxes, hydraulic shoring, gas detectors with and without calibration kits, full body harness, tripods and blowers.

This is a 50-50 matching grant with a maximum of $1,000 per grant. Since this is a new program, the Board of Trustees would like as many members as possible to have the opportunity to benefit from the grant. Therefore, a member may apply once per calendar year and the grant only applies to one piece of equipment. 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 pre-approval of the equipment prior to completing an application, please contact the SDML WC Fund Administrator, Insurance Benefits, Inc.

Eligibility for these grants is very simple. The applicant must be a member of the SDML Workers’ Compensation 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 outlined in the application.

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The application process is identical to the other two grant programs. The application is available online at www.sdmlwcfund.com. On the Home page under the Quick Links section, click on the Grant Application link. Then scroll down to page 13 to the Trenching and Confined Space Entry Safety Equipment Grant Application. These grant programs continue to be very popular. If you are considering applying for a grant, we encourage you to send your application ASAP before the grant funds are exhausted. The 2019 grant period will open and applications will be accepted beginning January 1, 2019.

The SDML Workersâ€™ Compensation Fund has always stressed the importance of using safety equipment and following safety procedures. There are many components to a successful safety program and culture, beginning with leadership direction and support, which then flows to the supervisors and employees. We look forward to even more participation in these programs and the reduction of injuries to your employees.

If you have any questions or would like an application, please contact Brad Wilson, Ladene Bachtell or Gary Drewes at Insurance Benefits, Inc. Email: info@sdmlwcfund.com or Phone: 800-233-9073. Have a safe and prosperous new year.

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Washington Report: By Sen. John Thune

American people.

I believe the 115th Congress, which concluded last month, will be defined as one of the most productive Congresses in recent history. It’s marked by accomplishment after accomplishment, all of which have helped fulfill my goal of making life better for South Dakotans and the rest of the

We passed the largest reform of our nation’s tax code in a generation. As a result, we enacted across-the-board, topto-bottom tax relief, affecting nearly every single American taxpayer. And when I say tax relief, I mean larger paychecks and more money in the family budget.

Our rewrite of the tax code nearly doubled the standard deduction (the amount of money taxpayers can remove from their taxable income when they file their taxes, which means Uncle Sam takes less of their hard-earned money). For example, with the new tax law, a married couple that earns $24,000 per year and files jointly would pay zero dollars in federal tax.

The child tax credit, another tax benefit enjoyed by many middle-income American families, doubled under the new law. Since it’s in the form of a credit, which is now $2,000 per dependent child, it directly reduces what a taxpayer owes the government when they file their taxes. Depending on what you owe, if you owe anything at all, it could actually result in a tax refund, which is always a good thing.

Reforming the nation’s tax code, plus taking additional steps to help strengthen the economy, has resulted in robust economic growth, the lowest unemployment rate in a half-century, a record number of job openings, and growing wages. The economy is back, and it’s only getting stronger.

Fixing the economy was critical, but we didn’t stop there. We passed legislation that streamlined the VA’s community care programs to help ensure veterans receive efficient, timely, and quality care. We passed the Support for Patients and Communities Act to address the nationwide opioid epidemic. We repealed Obamacare’s 46

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While Washington will look a little different this year with Democrats having taken control of the House of Representatives, there are plenty of examples where divided governments have achieved big things: 1986 Reagan tax reform, 1996 welfare reform, the Balanced Budget Act of 1997, 2012 legislation to help working families by making the Bush tax cuts permanent, and a major reform of the VA in 2014, to name a few.

Now that they’re in the majority, House Democrats will have an important question to ask themselves: Will they look to the future and work with Republicans so we can add more accomplishments to the list I just mentioned, or will they endlessly stare at the 2016 election in the rearview mirror? In order to continue making life better for the American people, I sincerely hope it’s the former.

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CLASSIFIED ADS POLICY: Member municipalities receive free insertions and free postings on the League website. Non-member advertisers are billed $50 per insertion. All ads are subject to editing if necessary. The next deadline is January 10 for the February 2019 issue. Email ads to sara@sdmunicipalleague.org or fax to 605224-8655. Visit www.sdmunicipalleague.org for more classifieds.

CENTRAL PARK MANAGER: Huron, SD - The City of Huron is seeking a Central Park Manager for Huron Park & Rec Department. Duties include responsibility for Huron Campus Center, Central Park and Splash Central Water Park and staff. $1,797.49 bi-weekly. Applications are available at Huron Park & Rec Office, 333 9th St SW, 605353-8533. Online at www.huronsd.com, click "City Government" then "City Employment"; City Finance Office, 239 Wisconsin Ave SW, 605-353-8502; South Dakota Dept of Labor, 2361 Dakota Ave S, 605-352-4226. Remit application to George Merkel, PO Box 226, Huron, SD. Open until filled.

CITY ENGINEER: Belle Fourche, SD - The City of Belle Fourche is looking for a full-time City Engineer. This position is appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. Compensation depends on experience. Excellent benefits package. Bachelor's degree from a fouryear college or university and two years related experience or combination equivalent of training/experience as deemed acceptable by Mayor and Council or Engineer-intraining with certification per recommendation. This senior-level position is responsible for all duties undertaken by the Engineering, Planning and Zoning and Building departments and assisting the other city departments in maintaining and improving the City's buildings and infrastructure. A full description, application form and benefits listing are located on our website at www.bellefourche.org or at Belle Fourche City Hall, 511 6th Avenue, Belle Fourche, SD 57717. Applications accepted until filled. EOE.

CLUBHOUSE AND EVENT CENTER MANAGER: Beresford, SD - The City of Beresford, SD is recruiting for the position of Clubhouse and Event Center Manager for the Beresford Community Center and Clubhouse Facility. A complete job description is available by calling 605-7632008 or can be found at www.beresfordsd.com. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent along with 52

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FINANCE OFFICER: Lennox, SD - The City of Lennox is looking for a full-time Finance Officer. This position administers the financial operations of the City, maintains official records of the City, and performs related work as required. Additional work includes reconciling fund and account balances, preparing ancillary financial reports and other tasks as directed by the City Administrator. College or vocational school training in accounting , business administration, or public administration, or equivalent experience is required. A minimum of 7 years of education and/or experience in a city office is preferred. Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, city officials, and the public. Compensation depends on experience. Full benefits package offered including paid vacation and sick time, South Dakota Retirement, and health and dental insurance. Applications are available on our website at www.cityoflennoxsd.com or at City of Lennox, 107 S Main Street, Lennox, SD 57039. For a full job description, please call 605-647-2286 or email financeofficer@cityoflennoxsd.com. Mail resumes and applications to City of Lennox, PO Box 228, Lennox, SD 57039. Applications accepted until position is filled.

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POLICE OFFICER: Philip, SD - The City of Philip is accepting applications for a full-time Police Officer. This position will be under the direct supervision of the Chief of Police. Must be certified or be able to become certified through the SD Law Enforcement Training Center within one year of hire date. Must be 21 years of age with no convictions of any crime by any state or federal government punishable by imprisonment in federal or state penitentiary. Valid driver's license required with acceptable driving record. Applicant must be highly motivated with a great work ethic and have the ability to work cooperatively with other agencies, the public and city personnel. Must be willing to relocate to Philip. Salary/wage is DOQ. Excellent benefits package. The position will remain open until filled. Applications and the detailed job description may be obtained from the City Finance Office, PO Box 408, Philip, SD 57567-0408 or by email at cityadmin@philipsd.us. Phone 605-859-2175. EOE.

WATER-SEWER MAINTENANCE FOREMAN: Huron, SD - The City of Huron has an opening for a fulltime Water-Sewer Maintenance Foreman in the WaterSewer Department. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the distribution and collection systems. Requires CERT III in Sewer Collection and CERT III Water Distribution and CDL Class A with N endorsement. Hourly wage of $24.80 per hour. Applications are available online at www.huronsd.com, select "City Government" tab, then "City Employment". Applications are also available at the City Finance Office, 239 Wisconsin Avenue SW or at the South Dakota Department of Labor Office, 2361 Dakota Avenue S, Huron, SD. Open until filled. EOE.

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January

January 1 – New Year’s Day – State holiday (SDCL 15-1)

January 1 – The municipal fiscal year begins. (SDCL 921-1; See Hdbk., sec. 12.065)

January 1 – Special assessment installments which are payable under either the Plan One or Plan Two option are due. (SDCL 9-43-103; See Hdbk., sec. 12.160)

January 1 – One of two dates (the other being July 1) a new or amended municipal tax ordinance may become effective. The municipality must notify the Department of Revenue of the ordinance at least 90 days prior to the effective date. (SDCL 10-52-9; 10-52A-13; See Hdbk., sec. 12.260)

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)

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 913-1; See Hdbk., sec. 7.050)

By January 15 – The secretary of revenue shall apportion the money in the local government highway and bridge fund. (SDCL 32-11-35; See Hdbk., sec. 12.255(6))

Between January 15 and 30 – Publication of the notices of vacancies of the municipal election to be held in April is required to be published in the official newspaper once each week for two consecutive weeks between January 15th and 30th. This notice shall identify the vacancies to be filled and the time and place for filing nominating petitions. (SDCL 9-13-6; See Hdbk., sec. 7.650) Follow the Municipal Election Calendar for all election deadlines. 53

Third Monday of January – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – State holiday (SDCL 1-5-1)

Utility board – Is required to make an annual report of its operations immediately after end of the fiscal year. (SDCL 9-39-29; See Hdbk., sec. 12.080)

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)

February

On or before February 1 – The State Treasurer must distribute to the County Treasurers the remainder of the franchise tax on banks. The County Treasurer then

apportions and distributes the tax in the same proportion as the real property taxes levied in each taxing subdivision in the previous year. (SDCL 10-43-76; 1043-77; See Hdbk., sec. 12.255(4))

No later than February 1 – The liquor tax reversion must be made. (SDCL 35-5-22; See Hdbk., sec. 11.600)

February 1 – All certificates for water supply and treatment systems operators expire and must be renewed. (SDCL 34A-3-18; See Hdbk., sec. 6.305)

Not later than its first meeting in February – The governing body may by resolution encumber that portion of the unexpended appropriations from the preceding year for which applicable obligations were incurred but were not paid. (SDCL 9-21-24.1; See Hdbk., sec. 12.069) Between February 15 and March 1 – If the municipal election is to be held on the first Tuesday after the 1st Monday in June, or in conjunction with the June Primary, the notice of vacancies required in SDCL 9-13-40 must be published once each week for two consecutive weeks between February 15 and March 1. (SDCL 9-13-37; 913-40; 12-2-5) Follow the Municipal Election Calendar for all election deadlines.

Third Monday of February – Presidents’ Day – State holiday (SDCL 1-5-1)

Sales tax ordinance deadlines – The effective date of any new or amended municipal sales tax ordinance must fall on either January first or July first. The municipality must notify the Department of Revenue of the ordinance at least 90 days prior to the effective date. (SDCL 10-529; 10-52A-13; See Hdbk. Sec. 12.260)

Last Friday in February – For elections held in April, nominating petitions must be filed not later than five p.m. on the last Friday in February preceding the day of the election. (SDCL 9-13-7; See Hdbk., sec. 7.250) If no one, including the incumbent, files a nominating petition, a vacancy is created and is filled by appointment or special election. (SDCL 9-13-14.1; 9-13-14.2) Follow the Municipal Election Calendar for all election deadlines.

Find the Municipal Calendar for the entire year in the SDML Handbook for Municipal Officials, Directory of SD Municipal Officials, or at www.sdmunicipalleague.org.

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