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South Dakota MUNICIPALITIES
Managing Editor: Yvonne A. Taylor
PRESIDENT Debbie Houseman Finance Officer, Lake Andes 1st VICE PRESIDENT Steve Allender Mayor, Rapid City
2nd VICE PRESIDENT Amy Leon City Manager, Yankton
TRUSTEES Fay Bueno Finance Officer, Sturgis
Editor: Sara M. Rankin
DISTRICT CHAIRS Dist. 1 - Mike Grosek Mayor, Webster
Dist. 2 - Jennifer Eimers Finance Officer, Madison Dist. 3 - Dawn Murphy Finance Officer, Tea
Dist. 4 - Becky Brunsing City Administrator, 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 - Dave Geisler Mayor, Murdo
Carolynn Anderson Finance Officer, Wall Harry Weller Mayor, Kadoka
Dist. 7 - Arnold Schott Mayor, McLaughlin
Dist. 9 - Laurie Woodward Finance Officer, Custer
Features
Contents
Noem Announces more than $21.9 Million for Statewide Environmental Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
2020 Municipal Annual Report Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Legislative Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2020 Legislators By District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-11 District Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 2020 SDML District Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
SD Police Chiefs Accepting Award Nominations . . . .14 SD Building Officials Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Scholarship Funds Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Code Officer of the Year Nomination Form . . . . . . . .18 Beyond Ethics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Three More State Properties Listed on the National Historic Registry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Timing and Perception are Everything: When a Nominal, Unsolicited Gift Could Pose an Issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
SDMEA Superintendent-Foreman Conf . . . . . . . . . .33
Applications Now Available for Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program . . . . . . . .34
Columns
Dist. 10 - Michelle DeNeui Finance Officer, Spearfish
Director’s Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
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Risk-Sharing News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
PAST PRESIDENT Pauline Sumption Finance Officer, Rapid City
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: Dave 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
President’s Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Washington Report: Representative Johnson . . . . . .38
In Every Issue
City Highlight - Herreid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
SDML Events Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Hometown Happenings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Directory Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Municipal Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
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.
FEBRUARY 2020
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Director's Notes
Session will be in full swing by the time you read this, and I hope you are all signed up for our Legislative Updates. We send them out every Friday during Session, or as needed when a hot topic arises. The email version is free, and allows you to have the most current information already in hand while your Legislators are still traveling home for the weekend. If you still need to sign up for the Legislative Update, see below.
Your conversations with Legislators during weekend cracker barrels are the most valuable lobbying tool we have. Please keep in touch with those who have been elected to represent you in Pierre. Also, please keep in touch with the League lobbyists about your positions on bills, so we can follow up for you during the week.
Keep on top of what goes on under the Dome
Please keep your calendars open for other upcoming events. The Code Enforcement Workshop will be held May 13 and 14 at Drifter’s Event Cetner in Fort Pierre. Look for more details in future magazines.
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.
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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To get the Update sent to you by mail or fax please send $10 along with a request (include your mailing address, phone number or fax number) to: SDML, 208 Island Drive, Fort Pierre, SD 57532.
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We are looking forward to seeing many of you here in Pierre for Municipal Government Day at the Legislature, February 4th and 5th. Please plan to meet your Legislators at the annual Rib Dinner, which will be held the evening of the 4th starting at 6 p.m. Also, the SDML Board of Directors will be meeting late afternoon on the 4th at the SDML building. SDML Board Meetings are open to any members, so please just call our office if you would like to sit in.
The annual Human Resource School is being planned for June 9 and 10 at the Ramkota in Aberdeen. This school will be an excellent opportunity for municipal officials involved in any aspect of human resources to hone their skills and network with others.
Plans are also in the works for the 2020 Finance Officers’ School, to be held at the Ramkota in Aberdeen, June 10. 11, and 12. This is a fantastic opportunity for your Finance Officer to get everything from the basics to the more sophisticated issues, and to meet people from all over the state who will be there to help the rest of the year.
Remember, upcoming SDML events can be found at www.sdmunicipalleague.org, agendas and registrations are posted as they become available. Until next month, remember we are always available at 1800-658-3633 or yvonne@sdmunicipalleague.org. Yvonne Taylor Executive Director
SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES
President's Report
What does transparency mean with regards to municipal government? Transparency is an important part of government whether it be at the state, the federal or the local level. Transparency is unquestionable willingness to share information with the public and your elected officials in accordance with the laws of South Dakota. Transparency in government is an assurance to your constituents that the community is being governed by a board and employees wisely, lawfully and always in the best interest of the community.
Now I ask, how, as public officials (elected, appointed or employed) do we govern our communities transparently? As public officials we should welcome the public to attend our public meetings. The public should always feel welcome to come to the city meeting and observe, or make comment when public input is allowed. Is there a willingness at City Hall to share information with the public when it is requested? Minutes, notices, financials, audits, Bills & Claims listing, and much more is all information that the public is entitled to review upon
request. As public officials are we willing to share this information without question? If not, we should be.
Transparency helps your constituency build confidence and trust in you as public officials and trust in the community, and where there is confidence and trust you will always find support to help your community thrive. Well, those are my February thoughts.
I hope you all have a blessed February!
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Noem Announces more than $21.9 Million for Statewide Environmental Projects
Governor Kristi Noem today announced that the state Board of Water and Natural Resources has approved more than $21.9 million for water, wastewater, watershed, recycling, and solid waste projects. The board met today over the Digital Dakota Network.
“These grant and loan awards are incredibly beneficial to communities across the state,” said Noem. “Through this assistance, towns will be able to upgrade storm water, wastewater and drinking water systems, development new landfill cells and equipment, and enhance protection of the environment.”
The $21,992,800 total includes $871,000 in grants and $21,121,800 in low-interest loans, with $925,000 in principal forgiveness
The grants and loans awarded by the board are administered through the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Grants were awarded to: • Mitchell, $663,000 for landfill and recycling projects • Rapid City, $148,000 for landfill improvements • Yankton, $60,000 to purchase equipment for its solid waste transfer station
Loans were awarded to: • Brookings, $850,000 for stormwater drainage improvements • Elk Point, $1,088,000 for water and wastewater improvements • ESCRAP Properties, LLC, $1,398,400 for a new recycling facility • Sioux Falls, $9,457,400 for stormwater drainage improvements • Viborg, $1,771,000 for stormwater and sanitary sewer improvements • Watertown, $5,000,000 for wastewater administration building replacement
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Langford, $570,000 loan, with $400,000 in principal forgiveness, for drinking water system improvements
The grants and loans were awarded from DENR’s Consolidated Water Facilities Construction Program, Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program, Clean Water State Revolving Fund Program and Solid Waste Management Program.
The Consolidated Water Facilities Construction Program, funded in part by revenues from the Petroleum Release Compensation Tank Inspection fee and other revenues, provides grants and loans for water, wastewater, and watershed projects.
The State of South Dakota and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency fund the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program, which provides low-interest loans for public drinking water system projects. The State of South Dakota and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency fund the Clean Water State Revolving Fund Program, which provides low-interest loans for wastewater, storm water, water conservation, and nonpoint source projects. Principal forgiveness is a subsidy option that results in a reduced loan repayment amount for the borrower.
The Solid Waste Management Program provides grants and loans for solid waste disposal, recycling and waste tire projects. The Legislature annually appropriates dedicated water and waste funding for the Consolidated and Solid Waste programs through the Governor’s Omnibus Water Funding Bill.
Loans with principal forgiveness were awarded to: • Blunt, $657,000 loan, with $207,000 in principal forgiveness, for drinking water system improvements • Irene, $330,000 loan amendment, with $248,000 in principal forgiveness, for wastewater system improvements 6
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2020 Municipal Annual Report Forms
2020 LEGISLATIVE CALENDAR
2020 Municipal Annual Report Forms are available online from the Department of Legislative Audit (DLA) website at https://legislativeaudit.sd.gov/resources/resources.aspx. Click on “Municipalities,” click on “Small Municipalities < $600,000” or “Large Municipalities – Modified Cash Basis” or “Large Municipalities – GAAP Basis.”
Compliments of:
Paper copies of forms and instructions will ONLY be mailed to entities UPON REQUEST. A request for the hard copy of annual report and instructions can be made by contacting Sheri Doolittle at sheri.doolittle@state.sd.us or via phone at 605-773-3595. Please access the DLA website, http://legislativeaudit.sd.gov/ resources/resources.aspx, for the most current version of annual reports.
Completed Annual Reports can be filed with the Department of Legislative Audit as follows: File by E-mail:
File by Fax:
File by Mail:
sheri.doolittle@state.sd.us
1-844-509-6554
Department of Legislative Audit 427 S. Chapelle C/O 500 E. Capitol Pierre SD 57501-5070
Annual Financial Report Requirements The finance officer shall make an annual financial report to the governing body. This report shall be made at the first regular meeting of May and must include the receipts, expenses, and financial condition of the municipality, including the amount of funds in the treasury at the time of making such report and where and in what amounts such funds are deposited or invested. This report shall be published in the official newspaper within thirty days thereafter or upon completion of an annual audit in the official newspaper as the governing body may direct.
The finance officer shall report to the governing body no later than the first regular meeting of May each year, the receipts, expenses and financial condition of the municipality. The report shall include the amount of funds in the treasury at the time the report is made and where and in what amounts the funds are deposited or invested. The report shall be published in the official newspaper , or any other newspaper as the governing body may direct within thirty days after the report is made to the governing body or on completion of an annual audit. By the last day of May each year the financial officer shall file a copy of the report with the Dept. of Legislative Audit. (SDCL 9-22-21) FEBRUARY 2020
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Monday, January 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day observed Thursday, February 6: Last day to introduce individual bills Friday, February 7: Last day to introduce committee bills Tuesday, February 4: SDML Legislative Rib Dinner Wednesday, February 5: Municipal Government Day Monday, February 17: Presidents’ Day observed Monday, March 30: 37th Legislative Day, reserved for consideration of gubernatorial vetoes
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Sen. Susan Wismer
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 57262
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Sen. Brock Greenfield
507 N. Smith St., Clark, SD 57225
2
Rep. Kaleb W. Weis
2403 Bunker Dr, Aberdeen, SD 57401
2
Rep. Lana Greenfield
605-268-0920 605-532-4088
PO Box 143, Doland, SD 57436
605-635-6932
3
Sen. Al Novstrup
1705 Northview Ln., Aberdeen, SD 57401
605-360-9711
3
Rep. Carl E. Perry
2722 Railroad Circle, Aberdeen, SD 57401
605-262-0113
3
Rep. Drew Dennert
902 S. High St., Aberdeen, SD 57401
605-252-1008
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Sen. John Wiik
PO Box 95, Big Stone City, SD 57216
605-880-1440
4
Rep. John Mills
21730 464th Ave., Volga, SD 57071
605-826-4290
4
Rep. Fred Deutsch
16452 449th Ave, Florence, SD 57235
605-882-3323
5
Sen. Lee Schoenbeck
419 54th St. SW, Watertown, SD 57201
605-866-0010
5
Rep. Nancy York
921 8th Ave. NE, Watertown, SD 57201
605-753-6611
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Rep. Hugh Bartels
1244 N. Maple, Watertown, SD 57201
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Sen. Ernie Otten
46787 273rd, Tea, SD 57064
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Rep. Herman Otten
27543 468th Ave., Lennox, SD 57039
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Rep. Isaac Latterell
605-886-5460
PO Box 801, Tea, SD 57064
605-368-5716 605-368-1002 605-941-1770
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Sen. V.J. Smith
PO Box 742,, Brookings, SD 57006
605-697-5822
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Rep. Tim Reed
627 Medary Ave., Brookings, SD 57006
605-691-0452
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Rep. Doug Post
21692 466th Ave, Volga, SD 57071
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Sen. Jordan Youngberg
3661 Coves North Dr., Chester, SD 57016
605-254-3051
8
Rep. Marlie Wiese
520 NE 15th St., Madison, SD 57042
605-270-0786 605-526-4269
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Rep. Randy Gross
48006 221st St, Elkton, SD 57026
9
Sen. Wayne Steinhauer
26581 East Shore Place, Hartford, SD 57033
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Rep. Rhonda Milstead
46273 Park Pl., Hartford, SD 57033
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Rep. Michael Saba
26560 N Shore Pl, Hartford, SD 57033
605-526-5000
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Sen. Margaret Sutton
408 N. Linwood Ct., Sioux Falls, SD 57103
605-929-1592
10
Rep. Steven Haugaard
47629 258th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57104
605-332-1171
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Rep. Doug Barthel
8713 E. Palametto St., Sioux Falls, SD 57110
605-940-5633
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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
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Sen. R. Blake Curd
38 S. Riverview Hts., Sioux Falls, SD 57105
605-331-5890
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Rep. Manny Steele
3220 W Zephyr Pl, Unit 1, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
605-335-7036
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Rep. Arch Beal
4001 W. 74th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57108
605-336-3034
13
Sen. Jack Kolbeck
1124 E. Plum Creek Rd., Sioux Falls, SD 57105
605-332-6490
13
Rep. Sue Peterson
6405 S. Killarney Cir., Sioux Falls, SD 57108
605-371-1668
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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 1509 S. Frederick Dr., Sioux Falls, SD 57105
605-321-5931 605-212-9597
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Sen. Reynold Nesiba
802 S. Willow Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57104
605-371-6311
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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
605-351-4733
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Sen. Jim Bolin
403 West 11th St., Canton, SD 57013
605-261-9669
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Rep. Kevin Jensen
27808 484th Ave., Canton, SD 57013
605-987-4296
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Rep. David Anderson
29177 477th Ave., Hudson, SD 57034
605-310-1645
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Sen. Arthur Rusch
PO Box 312, Vermillion, SD 57069
605-624-8723
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Rep. Ray Ring
607 Sterling St., Vermillion, SD 57069
605-675-9379
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Rep. Nancy Rasmussen
28639 458th Ave., Hurley, SD 57036
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Sen. Craig Kennedy
101 W. 31st St., Yankton, SD 57078
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Rep. Ryan Cwach
909 W 13th St., Yankton, SD 57078
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Rep. Jean Hunhoff
2511 Mulligan Dr., Yankton, SD 57078
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Sen. Kyle Schoenfish
42472 Maxwell Rd., Scotland, SD 57059
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Rep. Marty Overweg
PO Box 24, New Holland, SD 57364
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Rep. Kent Peterson
720 N. Dakota St., Salem, SD 57058
605-238-5321 605-661-0128 605-665-1463 605-660-6468 605-425-3299
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Sen. Joshua Klumb
26296 401st Ave., Mount Vernon, SD 57363
605-770-9708
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Rep. Paul R. Miskimins
1225 Summit Dr., Mitchell, SD 57301
605-996-7222
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Rep. Lance Koth
1311 Firesteel Dr., Mitchell, SD 57301
605-996-9206
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Sen. Rocky Blare
31176 269th St., Ideal, SD 57541
605-842-1617
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Rep. Lee Qualm
27507 John Qualm Rd., Platte, SD 57369
605-337-3682
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Rep. Caleb Finck
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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
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Sen. John Lake
1105 E Garfield Ave., Gettysburg, SD 57442
605-765-9547
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Rep. James “JD” Wangsness
PO Box 21, Miller, SD 57362
605-853-3493
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Rep. Spencer Gosch
104 N. Riverview Dr., Glenham, SD 57631
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Sen. Jeff Monroe
127 W. Dakota Ave., Pierre, SD 57501
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Rep. Tim Rounds
1813 Abbey Rd., Pierre, SD 57501
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Rep. Mary Duvall
PO Box 453, Pierre, SD 57501
605-230-0313 605-224-0264 605-224-4070 605-224-6588
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Sen. Kris Langer
600 W 7th St., Dell Rapids, SD 57022
605-428-4929
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Rep. Tom Pischke
503 E. 12th St., Dell Rapids, SD 57022
605-999-2948
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Rep. John Hansen
47484 Dells Dr., Dell Rapids, SD 57022
Sen. Troy Heinert
PO Box 634, 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
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PO Box 3041 Pine Ridge, SD 57770
Rep. Steve Livermont
605-610-8063 605-856-5045
PO Box 283, Mission, SD 57555
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28765 237th Ave., Martin, SD 57551
605-685-6998 605-877-1238
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Sen. Ryan Maher
PO Box 237, Isabel, SD 57633
605-466-2131
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Rep. Sam Marty
16692 Antelope Rd., Prairie City, SD 57649
605-866-4477
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Rep. Oren Lesmeister
HC 76 Box 23, Parade, SD 57625
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Sen. Gary Cammack
PO Box 100, Union Center, SD 57787
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Rep. Kirk Chaffee
PO Box 280, Whitewood, SD 57793
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Rep. Thomas Brunner
18769 Quin Rd., Nisland, SD 57762
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Sen. Lance Russell
PO Box 184, Hot Springs, SD 57747
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Rep. Tim Goodwin
12870 J. Pine Rd., Rapid City, SD 57702
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Rep. Julie Frye-Mueller
605-257-2336
23764 Wallace St., Rapid City, SD 57702
605-342-2782 605-390-5324
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Sen. Bob Ewing
PO Box 607, Spearfish, SD 57783
605-722-5559
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Rep. Dayle Hammock
PO Box 1042, Spearfish, SD 57783
605-490-1040
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Rep. Timothy Johns
110 S. Main St., Lead, SD 57754
605-722-3189
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Sen. Helene Duhamel
1622 West Blvd., Rapid City, SD 57701
605-342-2078
32
Rep. Scyller J. Borglum
PO Box 3094, Rapid City, SD 57709
605-519-0500
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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 Sen. Jeffrey Partridge
7174 Prestwick Rd., Rapid City, SD 57702
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Rep. Jess Olson
3115 Stockade Dr., Rapid City, SD 57702
Rep. Michael G. Diedrich Sen. Jessica Castleberry
1576 Sharp Lane, Rapid City, SD 57703
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Rep. Tony Randolph
5530 Colvin Ct., Rapid City, SD 57703
Rep. Tina Mulally
605-301-4803
4884 Cliff Dr., Rapid City, SD 57702
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605-209-7404
PO Box 3403, Rapid City, SD 57709
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Home Phone
605-343-0735
6390 Long View Rd., Rapid City 57703
605-545-6572
Important Legislative Information:
Senate Phone: 605-773-3821
House Phone: 605-773-3851
Lobbyist Phone: 605-224-5030
Legislative Research Council’s website: http://sdlegislature.gov/ Yvonne’s email: yvonne@sdmunicipalleague.org
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2020 SDML District Meetings
The SDML District Meetings are held every spring to report the outcome of the legislative session. The League President and staff look forward to traveling the state and seeing you at one of the meetings listed below. Legislators, representatives from state agencies and congressional delegates have also been invited to visit with you.
For the League’s purposes, the cities in the state are divided into ten districts. One meeting is held in each district. A map of the districts and a listing of the cities by district can also be found in the Directory of Municipal Officials or on the League’s website, www.sdmunicipalleague.org. A chair and vice-chair are elected annually at each district meeting. The chair serves on the League Board and in their absence the vice-chair fills in. The meeting starts with a social to allow you time to meet your peers from surrounding cities and renew
Registration forms have been sent to all the city offices and are available at www.sdmunicipalleague.org/sdmlevents. Please discuss how many will be attending your district meeting and return the registration form to the League. If you can’t make it to the meeting in your district feel free to register for one that works for you. If you have any questions call the League at 800-658-3633.
2020 District Meetings Schedule
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Date
District 1
March 17
District 2
March 18
District 3
March 19
District 4
March 26
District 5
March 23
District 6
March 24
District 7
March 25
District 8
March 31
District 9
April 1
District 10
April 2
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acquaintances. The social is followed by a meal and program. During the program you will hear from several people including the League’s President Debbie Houseman and Executive Director Yvonne Taylor. At the end of the evening the election of chair and vice-chair will be held. Each city present gets one vote. The last thing to decide before heading home is who will be hosting your district’s meeting in 2021. If your community is interested in hosting the meeting next year just volunteer when asked!
Location
Roslyn Event Center 302 Bjorson Avenue
Elkton Community Center 109 Elk Street
City
Roslyn
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(local time)
6:00 p.m.
Elkton
6:00 p.m.
Vermillion
6:00 p.m.
Plankinton
6:00 p.m.
St. Lawrence City Hall/Fire Hall 106 N. Commercial Avenue
St. Lawrence
6:00 p.m
Akaska Community Center 109 E. Main Street
Groton
6:00 p.m
Akaska
6:00 p.m
Philip
6:00 p.m
New Underwood
6:00 p.m.
Belle Fourche
6:00 p.m.
Old Lumber Company Grill & Bar 15 Court Street Commerce Street Grille & Bar 118 S. Main Street
American Legion Post 39 16 N. Main Street
The Steakhouse 160 S. Center Avenue
New Underwood Community Center 500 S. A Avenue
Grap’s Burgers & Brews 512 National Street
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SD Police Chiefs’ Association and SD Sheriffs’ Association Accepting Award Nominations
Sheriffs’ Service Award For contributions by a member of the SDSA which exceed the high standards and contributions normally made by members. More than one Sheriffs’ Service Award can be given at the discretion of the Awards Committee.
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. More than one Medal of Honor award can be given at the discretion of the Awards Committee.
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 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. One Officer of the Year Award will be given each year. 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. More than one Citizen’s Award of Merit can be given at the discretion of the Awards Committee.
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. More than one Chief John Wainman Sr. Service Award can be given at the discretion of the Awards Committee. All nominations must be submitted in writing by March 1, 2020. The awards will be presented during the SDPCA and SDSA Joint Meeting held April 21-23 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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South Dakota Building Officials ICC Code Officials Institute Program
Seminar Descriptions: 2018 TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION CLASSIFICATION AND APPLICATION In conjunction with occupancy classification, one of the most critical steps in analyzing a building for code compliance is classifying it for type of construction purposes. This seminar will address the two distinct aspects of construction type: 1) determination of the appropriate types of construction based on building occupancy, height, and area, and 2) identification of the construction materials and fire-resistance-rated features associated with the nine individual construction types.
Topics to be covered in the seminar presentation and discussion include: • Identification of a building’s complying types of construction based on occupancy classification and height/area limitations. • Determination of how mixed-occupancy buildings, unlimited area buildings and podium buildings are evaluated for type of construction purposes. • Recognition of the nine specific types of construction, including how they differ from each other as well as how their characteristics are similar. • Use and application of IBC Table 601, including the footnotes, in identifying the varying features of the different construction types. • Permitted use of combustible materials in Type I and II noncombustible buildings.
2018 IBC SPECIAL BUILDING TYPES, FEATURES AND HAZARDS Based on selected provisions from Chapter 4, this seminar focuses on several special building types and features. High-rise buildings, underground buildings, mall buildings, parking garages, aircraft hangers and special amusement buildings are specialized structures that have their own unique considerations. Atriums, stages and platforms are building features that are evaluated in a special manner due to the uniqueness of their use. Highhazard conditions are regulated specifically through provisions addressing combustible storage, hazardous materials, Group H occupancies, spray application of flammable finishes, medical gas storage rooms and higher education laboratories.
The scope of the presentation and discussion will include: • Relationship of Chapter 4 to other IBC provisions • Special requirements for unique building types • Allowances and requirements for special building features • Unique provisions for high-hazard uses and occupancies
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President and Technical Director of Products and Services for the International Code Council (ICC) where he provides administrative and technical leadership for the ICC product development activities. Prior to employment with ICC in 2004, he was in private practice as a code consultant and educator on building codes for nine years. Doug also spent ten years with the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) where he served as Vice-President/Education. In his current role, Doug also continues to create and present building code seminars nationally and has developed numerous educational texts and resource materials. He was presented with ICC’s inaugural Educator of the Year Award in 2008, recognizing his outstanding contributions in education and training.
A graduate of Kansas State University and a registered architect, Doug has over 37 years of experience in building code training and administration. He has authored a variety of code-related support publications, including the IBC Illustrated Handbook and the Significant Changes to the International Building Code.
Locations/Time Tuesday, April 7, 2020 in Rapid City 8:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm – 4:00pm Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn A block of rooms has been reserved for April 6th at the Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn. Phone: 605-338-4000 Thursday, April 9, 2020 in Sioux Falls 8:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm – 4:00pm Best Western Plus Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center Phone: 605-366-0650 Registration $82 for SDBOA members and $105 for Non-Members. Registration is due by March 25, 2020.
Please register via our online registration system. Online Registration allows you to pay by credit card or indicate that you will be sending in a check. Register Online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2020icc-building-officials-training-registration84742885251?aff=affiliate1 Questions Butch Warrington, Chief Building Official, Sioux Falls Phone: 605-367-8667 Dave St. Pierre, CodeWorks Phone: 605-209-3030
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Scholarship Funds Available
South Dakota Governmental Finance Officers’ Association Scholarship Funds
Applicant must be a member of the South Dakota Governmental Finance Officers’ Association or become one prior to scholarship award.
Scholarship funds must be used to educate and enhance the performance of your duties as Finance Officer or Assistant Finance Officer. An applicant may apply for one of the following Scholarship categories per year.
FO School Scholarship Funds: • Applicant must be from a second or third class municipality. • A copy of applicant’s City Councils’ approval to attend FO School must be received with the application. • The Scholarship fund allows for up to $800.00 per year. These funds may be awarded to more than one applicant at the discretion of the Board.
Professional Development Class or College Course Scholarship Funds: • Applicant must be from a second or third class municipality if city is paying expenses. A copy of the City Council’s approval to attend the course must be received with the application. • Applicant can be from any size municipality if applicant is paying the expenses. • A copy of the course description or agenda that includes the cost, must be included with the application. • The Scholarship fund allows for up to $800 per year. These funds may be awarded to more than
one applicant at the discretion of the Board. Reimbursement for expenses will be made upon receipt of documentation of course completion from award recipient.
All applications must be submitted to the SDML, 208 Island Drive, Ft. Pierre, SD 57532 or faxed to 605-2248655 no later than April 1 each year to be eligible. Applications will be reviewed and notification of award given prior to Finance Officers’ School in June. An official scholarship form can be obtained by visiting www.sdmunicipalleague.org then the Finance Officers section under the Affiliate Organizations tab.
The 2020 Finance Officers’ School will be held June 10, 11 & 12 at the Ramkota Hotel in Aberdeen.
South Dakota Governmental Human Resource Association Scholarship Funds
Applicant must be a member of the South Dakota Governmental Human Resource Association or become one prior to scholarship award.
Applicant must be from a second or third class municipality.
Scholarship funds must be used to attend the annual SD Governmental Human Resource School.
The Scholarship fund allows for up to $600.00 per year. These funds may be awarded to more than one applicant at the discretion of the Board.The SDGHRA will reimburse the scholarship recipient for expenses related to registration, lodging and transportation. Recipient is responsible for keeping all receipts and submitting them to
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the SDML for reimbursement. All reimbursement costs are subject to the SDGHRA Board approval.
A copy of applicant’s City Councils’ approval for the travel must be received with application.
All applications must be submitted to the SDML, 208 Island Drive, Ft. Pierre, SD 57532 or faxed to 605-2248655 no later than April 1 each year to be eligible. Applications will be reviewed and notification of award will be given prior to the HR School Registration Deadline.
An official scholarship form can be obtained by visiting www.sdmunicipalleague.org then the Human Resource section under the Affiliate Organizations tab.
The 2020 Human Resource School will be held June 9 & 10 at the Ramkota Hotel in Aberdeen.
South Dakota Association of Code Enforcement Scholarship Funds
Applicant must be a member of the South Dakota Association of Code Enforcement or become one prior to scholarship award.
Scholarship funds must be used to educate and enhance the performance of your duties as a Code Enforcement Officer. The Scholarship fund allows for up to $1000.00 per year. These funds may be awarded to more than one applicant at the discretion of the SoDACE Board. All scholarship funds are subject to SoDACE board approval. Educational opportunities are not limited strictly to instate.
A copy of applicant’s City Councils’ approval for the travel must be received with application.
All applications must be received in the office of the SDML, 208 Island Drive, Ft. Pierre, SD 57532, no later than April 1 each year to be eligible. Applications will be reviewed and notification of award given at the Spring meeting. An official scholarship form can be obtained by visiting www.sdmunicipalleague.org then the Code Enforcement section under the Affiliate Organizations tab. The 2020 South Dakota Association of Code Enforcement Spring Training will be held May 13 &14 at the Drifter’s Event Center in Ft. Pierre.
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Beyond Ethics: Establishing a Code of Conduct to Guide Your Council
by Rod Gould
It is often said that ethics is the foundation of public service and essential for public trust and confidence in public officials. This is true, but ethics alone is not enough.
A 2019 study conducted by the Pew Research Center reports that public trust in government remains near historic lows. The current dearth of public confidence in government requires elected and appointed officials to lead by example even more than in the past. This means conducting themselves with the highest levels of civility and decorum, thereby giving residents a reason to reconsider negative stereotypes of government leaders and to modulate their own behavior when engaging with government officials.
how do they hold themselves and each other accountable?
Many cities have adopted codes of ethics for their organizations and/or city councils, which is positive and appropriate. Some are taking the additional step of defining how the elected leaders and staff are to behave in carrying out their duties. These policies are typically called codes of conduct or council guidelines or norms. In such policies, the local government leadership sets the rules and expectations for how they govern their cities — defining a civil and respectful governing culture consistent with best practices. How to Develop a Code of Conduct Whether the city council members are experienced or fairly new, each member articulates their vision of the organizational culture and values for the governing body when the council spends time developing a code of conduct. This also sets the tone for future councils.
Many observers lament the coarsening of civic dialogue in the United States and note its creeping effects in council chambers. Sometimes this manifests in a few shrill advocates and critics who spew vitriol and discord to disrupt the public process. At other times, council members themselves display an appalling lack of respect for each other, staff and/or the public they serve. Invariably, the council’s example sets the tone. Disrespectful conduct on the council’s part normalizes such behavior by the public attending the meeting or watching it on television or online. The cycle then repeats — for the worse.
This type of exercise should be conducted as an off-site workshop rather than as part of a council meeting with a packed agenda. Welcome the public and media to attend this open workshop but make it clear that the council will focus on the process of governing, not on addressing local issues.
Although cities periodically conduct ethics training for officials as required by state law (AB 1234, Chapter 700, Statutes of 2005), most don’t take the time to discuss how they govern. This is puzzling because local government can be seen as the ultimate team sport, where everyone must play their roles well for civic progress to occur.
Use the theme of commitment to community to get things started. This can be accomplished through a team-building conversation that allows the council members to express why they ran for office, what they hope to accomplish, their greatest satisfaction in serving in elected office and the legacy they hope to create.
Elected officials’ lack of civility impedes governance in many ways, such as stalling the decision-making process, undermining employee retention and recruitment, fueling political apathy and discouraging public participation. Over time, the standard set for acceptable behavior becomes increasingly lower.
Fostering Focused and Productive Dialogue How often do councils and senior staff take time to discuss what is working and what can be improved in the ways they interact and carry out their duties? What benchmarks do they use to measure their behavior? Most importantly, 20
When developing a code of conduct, consider these tips for a successful session: • Create an informal atmosphere with seating arranged so that everyone can see each other, rather than using auditorium-style seating; • Engage a neutral facilitator so that everyone may participate freely; • Provide food, beverages and breaks; and • Encourage the use of humor.
A discussion about the habits of highly effective councils can help clarify the roles of the key local government players before developing the code of conduct or civility. To support such a discussion, the Institute for Local Government website (www.ca-ilg.org) offers useful SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES
resources that include the articles “Attributes of Exceptional Councils” and “A Key Ingredient for Success: An Effective City Council-City Manager Relationship.” The first offers best practices and the second explores roles and how they function in complementary ways for greatest effectiveness. This information sets the stage for an indepth discussion of the norms of conduct that the council wishes to embrace.
Some councils may find it useful to see codes or policies developed by other cities and borrow specific guidelines that best fit their current situation. Other councils may wish to begin “from scratch” by brainstorming the principles, standards and behaviors that they expect — and draft the code of conduct after the session. Either way is acceptable.
Don’t attempt to edit the document to perfection in the group setting. After the session, have your best writer polish the draft and bring it back for formal adoption at the next regularly scheduled council meeting. This gives the community a better chance to weigh in and take note of how the council is committing to carry out the public’s business.
Code of Conduct Models and Examples Avoid attempting to address every eventuality. If the document is too dense, it will be ignored. Keep it general, in the council’s words and in terms that everyone can easily grasp. The following examples offer some typical elements, but this list is not intended to suggest that a code of conduct would include all of these elements. • Demonstrate honesty and integrity in every action and statement; • Inspire public confidence in our city government; • Work for the common good, not personal interest; • Respect the proper roles of elected officials and city staff in ensuring open and effective government; • Disagree agreeably and professionally (use appropriate language, tone, nonverbal gestures, etc.); • Share information and avoid surprises; • Approach the business of governing in a professional manner — conduct business in a way that brings honor to the institution of government; • Praise in public, criticize in private;
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Work together as a body, modeling teamwork and civility for our community; Communicate through the city manager; Prepare in advance of council meetings, be familiar with issues on the agenda and ask questions of the city manager before the meetings so everyone can be fully prepared when the meeting occurs; Fully participate in city council meetings and other public forums while demonstrating respect, consideration and courtesy to others; Participate in scheduled activities to increase council effectiveness; Share information with other council members about committee meetings attended; Work for win-win — strive for consensus and seek common ground; and Honor “discussion” before “decisions” — delay making formal motions until initial discussions have taken place.
Commitment and Accountability The council’s determination of how it will enforce the code of conduct — informally and/or formally — is just as important as the principles expressed in the code of conduct.
Enforcing the code can take the form of a personal pledge to behave consistently with its policies and to gently remind one’s peers if they are straying from the joint commitments in the code. It may also involve more formal actions like censure under prescribed rules. Regardless of the enforcement method, council members should not expect the city manager or city attorney to do it for them; imposing this expectation on staff is unreasonable.
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Annual Self-Assessment: Reflection, Learning and Continuous Improvement It is absolutely essential that the council meet at least once a year to take stock and evaluate how it is performing with respect to the code of conduct. This process provides a chance to discuss what is working well, identify areas for improvement, examine what should be emphasized and clarify what needs to stop if the council is to function for the greatest community good — and build trust and confidence in the city. It may be useful to consider recent successes and how they were achieved. Conversely, cleareyed diagnosis of setbacks — without devolving into blaming and finger-pointing — is important. Skilled neutral facilitation is key to making this happen. Again, in such discussions, a little team building can go a long way.
The follow-up meeting is also the time to consider amendments to the code of conduct as needs arise or understandings evolve. Debrief afterward to improve the next session; these governance tune-ups should become easier and more meaningful over time. This annual exercise should be considered as important as the evaluation of the city manager. It is critical governance hygiene.
The Bottom Line Ethics is the bedrock on which strong cultures are built. A code of conduct can help shape a civil and effective governance culture.
Reprinted with permission from Rod Gould. Rod Gould is vice chair of the board of the Institute for Local Government, the League’s nonprofit training and education affiliate, and a senior partner at Management Partners. Gould previously served as city manager in four California cities and is a past president of the League’s City Managers’ Department. He can be reached at rodgould17@gmail.com
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2020 SDML Events Calendar
February 4 SDML Board of Directors Meeting, Fort Pierre 4 Rib Dinner with Legislators, Fort Pierre 5 Municipal Government Day at the Legislature, Pierre March 3-4 SD Municipal Electric Association Superintendent-Foreman Conference, Watertown 8-11 NLC Congressional City Conference, Washington, DC TBD SD Airport Management Association Meeting, Rapid City 17 District 1 Meeting, Roslyn 18 District 2 Meeting, Elkton 19 District 3 Meeting, Vermillion 23 District 5 Meeting, Saint Lawrence 24 District 6 Meeting, Groton 25 District 7 Meeting, Akaska 26 District 4 Meeting, Plankinton 31 District 8 Meeting, Philip April 1 2 7
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District 9 Meeting, New Underwood District 10 Meeting, Belle Fourche SD Building Officials, ICC Code Officials Institute Program, Rapid City SD Building Officials, ICC Code Officials Institute Program, Sioux Falls SD Municipal Street Maintenance Association Meeting, Rapid City SD Police Chiefs/SD Sheriffs Joint Association Meeting, Deadwood
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May 13-14
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SD Association of Code Enforcement Workshop, Fort Pierre SD City Management Association – GOSCMA Conference, Spearfish SDML Board of Directors Meeting Human Resource School, Aberdeen Finance Officers’ School, Aberdeen SD Municipal Attorneys’ Association Meeting, Pierre Budget Training, Sioux Falls Budget Training, Rapid City Elected Officials Workshop, Pierre SD Building Officials’ Association Meeting, Deadwood
August 12-13 Policy Committee Meetings, Fort Pierre October 6 SDML Board of Directors Meeting, Spearfish 6-9 SDML Annual Conference, Spearfish November 18-21 NLC City Summit, Tampa, FL
December 9 Joint SDML Board Meeting with County Association, Pierre
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2020 Census Job Opportunities Join the 2020 Census Team! The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting thousands of people across the country to work on the 2020 Census. We invite anyone to apply, including: Retirees. College students. People who do not have a job and are looking for temporary employment. People already working who are looking for a second job. People available to work flexible hours, which can include days, evenings, and/or weekends. These positions provide an opportunity to earn extra income while helping the community. Pay rates vary depending on the applicant’s location.
How to Apply Interested individuals can apply for a 2020 Census job by visiting 2020census.gov/jobs and completing an online application. The process takes about 30 minutes and will include assessment questions about the applicant’s education, work history, and other experiences. Those who would like to claim veterans’ preference will need supporting documentation. For more information, call 1-855-JOB-2020 (1-855-562-2020) and select option 1 for technical assistance or option 3 to speak with someone at your area census office. select option 1 for technical assistance or option 3 to speak with someone at your area census office.
What Job Opportunities are Available? Census takers work in their local communities. Some field positions require employees to work during the day while interviewing the public, so employees must be available to work when people are usually at home, such as in the evening and on weekends.
Census field supervisors conduct fieldwork to support and conduct on-the-job training for census takers and/or to follow up in situations where census takers have confronted issues, such as not gaining entry to restricted areas.
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Recruiting assistants travel throughout geographic areas to visit with community-based organizations, attend promotional events, and conduct other recruiting activities. Office operations supervisors assist in the management of office functions and day-to-day activities in one or
more functional areas, including payroll, personnel, recruiting, field operations, and support. Clerks perform various administrative and clerical tasks to support functional areas, including payroll, personnel, recruiting, field operations, and support.
Where are Positions Located? Positions for the 2020 Census are located throughout the United States and https://2020census.gov/en/jobs.html Puerto Rico. Visit 2020Census.gov/jobs and explore our interactive map to find Area Office locations and pay rates by county or municipality. https://2020census.gov/en/jobs/pay-and-locations/national-map.html
Who Can Get Hired? To be eligible for a 2020 Census job, applicants must: Be at least 18 years old. Have a valid Social Security number. Pass a Census Bureau-performed background check and a review of criminal records, including fingerprinting. For a complete list of qualifications, we invite you to visit 2020census.gov/jobs.
Most jobs require employees to: Have access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s license, unless public transportation is readily available. Have access to a computer with internet and an email account (to complete training).
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Three More State Properties Listed on the National Historic Registry
Three more South Dakota properties were recently added to the National Register of Historic Places, according to the South Dakota State Historical Society.
The properties listed in November are the Doland Commercial Historic District in Doland, the Jefferson School in Huron, and the Midland Depot in Midland.
The National Register is the official federal list of properties identified as important in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, and culture. The State Historic Preservation Office of the State Historical Society works in conjunction with the National Park Service, which oversees the National Register program, to list the properties.
"South Dakota's history is rich in American Indian culture, pioneer life, and change," said Jay D. Vogt, state historic preservation officer and director of the State Historical Society at the Cultural Heritage Center in Pierre. "The more than 1,300 state individual properties and districts listed on the National Register are important for their role in South Dakota's culture, heritage, and history. And when properties get listed, it shows that their owners take pride in their role in preserving that culture, heritage, and history."
Buildings, sites, structures, and objects at least 50 years old possessing historical significance may qualify for the National Register, according to Vogt. Properties must also maintain their historic location, design, materials, and association. Listing on the National Register does not
place any limitations on private property owners by the federal government. Following is more information about these newly listed properties.
Doland Commercial Historic District, Doland Located on the west side of N. Humphrey Dr. between 1st St. and 2nd St., the Doland Commercial Historic District also includes the buildings on the four corners of 2nd St. The period of significance noted in the National Register nomination is 1900-1969. However, because a fire in 1913 destroyed most of the original wood-frame buildings, many of the current buildings were rebuilt that same year. The brick buildings that now comprise the district were built to be fireproof and permanent.
The district is historically significant in the area of commerce. It demonstrates the economic development and permanent settlement of Doland and how it became the commercial hub of the surrounding agricultural area. The presence of the Chicago & Northwestern Railway allowed the town to attract businesses which enabled it to become an important regional trade center.
Jefferson School, Huron Jefferson School, located at 855 Utah Ave. SE in Huron, was built in 1927. The property is listed under the Schools in South Dakota (1999) Multiple Property Listing for historic significance in the context of education. It represents the development of education during the school standardization and consolidation movements in Huron. The school’s excellent integrity makes it an important structure for conveying these developments. Jefferson School is also eligible for its architectural
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significance. Designed by renowned Huron architect F.C.W. Kuehn, the school embodies distinctive characteristics that define the standardized consolidated school. These include the flat roof, decorative brick cladding, two main entrance towers, and symmetrical Ushaped floorplan. In addition, the school also has distinct Art Deco features throughout its elevations.
The school is currently owned by the Huron Church of the Open Bible and is being used for religious purposes. Properties owned by religious institutions are usually not eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. However, the school was built on the grounds before the church and served as a school from 1927 until 2013 and, therefore, remains significant under the historic themes of education and architecture.
Midland Depot, Midland The Midland Depot was built in the 400 block of Main St. by the Chicago and North Western Railroad (CNW) in 1907. The last passenger train went through Midland on October 24, 1960. The depot was purchased by the Midland Pioneer Museum Association and moved 600 feet to the northwest, its current location, in 1973. The building was repurposed as a museum and houses many historical artifacts pertaining to Midland’s history.
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The depot was nominated for its significance under Transportation, Exploration/Settlement, and Architecture. The Midland Depot illustrates the historic trend of railroad development across South Dakota in the 19th and early 20th centuries. It also highlights the towns that were established in association with railroad development.
The CNW developed four architectural plans for its depots. The Midland Depot is plan number 4, the “Standard Combination with Living Rooms Overhead.” Eleven of these were built along the line, all nearly identical. Many of South Dakota’s depots have been demolished or severely altered. Only five wood-frame depots in the state are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Midland’s depot is in excellent condition and remains much as it was when constructed in 1907.
For more information on the National Register or other historic preservation programs, contact the State Historic Preservation Office at the Cultural Heritage Center, 900 Governors Drive, Pierre, SD 57501-2217; telephone 605773-3458 or website history.sd.gov/Preservation (click on National Register of Historic Places in the right column).
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Timing and Perception are Everything: When a Nominal, Unsolicited Gift Could Pose an Issue
By: Dave Pfeifle, Executive Director, SDPAA
Thirty-one years of government service has taught me that public servants are committed to serving the greater good-with only a few exceptions. Yet, those few exceptions can fuel public cynicism that detracts from local governments being able to effectively serve their constituents. We local government officers need to conduct ourselves so that no bad inferences could be drawn from even a potential conflict of interest. Such bad inferences can taint the public’s respect of our good decisions.
South Dakota law identifies a “conflict of interest” by prohibiting local officers from being financially interested in certain actions. See SDCL chapters 6-1 (Acts and Records of Local Officers) and 3-16 (Malfeasance, Misfeasance, and Nonfeasance in office). In a broad sense, a government decision-maker should not be in a position to directly or indirectly gain financially from their
government position in a way that would be unique or different from any other member of the general public. While certain exceptions to these statutes account for a scarcity of goods or services in a particular locale, please do not assume that you can identify whether an exception applies without the advice of counsel.
Ethical principles are not specifically codified in state law. Several of our local governments have adopted the rule that public officials should “avoid even the appearance of impropriety.” An appearance of impropriety is naturally in the eye of the beholder. What may seem innocent to some could be perceived as sinister by others. The inquiry is situation-specific. Questions on potential conflicts of interest for local government decision-makers arise regularly across South Dakota, but not necessarily for the reasons asserted by some of the cynics. These questions frequently arise because the local government decision makers are among the most active people in their
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Frequently I was approached about these issues as a local government lawyer. I would first advise these decisionmakers on the law and any applicable ethical principles. Then, I would ask them whether they would want that proposed action to appear on the front page of the local newspaper. If they said no, then I could respond that they may have already come to the right conclusion. If they said yes or even hesitated, then I asked them whether they could easily explain the action to someone who had just read that article. These questions conveyed my consistent message: timing and perception are everything.
We all know many inquiries on conflicts of interest are not easily answered. Recently I have had a few requests to comment about the following scenarios. My comments are general in nature and the reader should always consult their attorney about a specific factual situation.
1. Local Government decision-maker is invited to a private dinner with a person who has regular involvement with their local government.
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For our discussion the dinner is considered unsolicited and of nominal intrinsic value. South Dakota law does not definitively answer the question of whether the decisionmaker should accept the invitation. State and local laws across the country vary on the legality and/or reporting requirements for accepting this invitation.
The benefit of accepting the invitation would be that it would provide the decision-maker a convenient means to obtain more first-hand information and opinion on the quality of service provided by their local government. Everyone has suggestions for improvement, right?
Suppose the dinner invitation is made in close proximity to when the decision-maker will be asked to render a decision on something for that person. For instance, what if the invitation is from a bidder/responder to a pending competitive bid or request for proposals issued by the local government? The public perception may be that the bidder/responder is gaining unique access to the decision maker that could taint their objectivity. It would create a very unfavorable perception if the decision-maker and the bidder/responder were seen at the restaurant together within a short time of when the person was appearing before the decision maker and requesting consideration of
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their proposal. This scenario could erode confidence in that local government. Yet, some public officers have ignored these red flags.
The failure to consider the public perception and timing of the proposed action can be detrimental to the effectiveness of a public officer. When I worked for the SD Legislature before I attended law school, we witnessed a certain lawmaker routinely be invited to a private meal by someone who had an interest in a bill coming before the body for a vote either later that day or later that week. While his colleagues wisely declined such poorly-timed invitations, this lawmaker usually accepted them. He defended his acceptance by saying that he needed “to hear them out.” It became a derisive joke among his colleagues that he would allow his vote to be purchased for the price of a meal as he usually voted according to the last opinion that he heard. As a result, his colleagues did not give much credence to his input or his legislative proposals. He was not an effective representative for his constituents. 2. Invitation to a community event by someone who has regular involvement with the local government. For our discussion, this invitation will be considered
unsolicited and of nominal intrinsic value. These events occur in communities across South Dakota. A recent amendment to SDCL 1-25-1 (Open Meetings) recognizes that a quorum of a local governing body could attend such a function. The decision-makers and many others are invited to attend these events where a meal and beverages may be provided. The decision-maker will benefit from hearing input on important community issues and may also be approached by other area leaders on other important topics while attending the event. Suppose the host of the community event has an upcoming action item on the local governing board’s agenda. The timing and perception inquiry becomes much more problematic. If the event is in close proximity to their item being considered, then it may be advisable to decline the invitation in that instance.
Suppose a representative of an entity who is a frequent utilizer of the local government’s regulatory process offers to buy the public officer and his/her spouse a glass of wine while attending that event or even while out at a restaurant. For our discussion this would be unsolicited and of nominal intrinsic value. Consider the timing and perception of accepting this offer. Does the frequent utilizer have or will soon have something pending with the
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Abraham Lincoln said that a public officer holds a position of public trust. This philosophy governed his actions and he became regarded as one of the most effective leaders in our nation’s history while earning the moniker “Honest Abe.” A few of my clients avoided the above scenarios altogether as the safest approach for them. While I respected their good intentions, it potentially created a different perception problem. Public officers do not want to be perceived as aloof from the public that they serve, which can become an acute problem in a relatively sparsely populated state like South Dakota. Lincoln recognized that the public expected its public officers to be accessible as he humorously described the benefits of taking his regular “public opinion baths” while interacting with the public. A public officer’s effectiveness could be limited when they are not allowing themselves access to all the different viewpoints gained from attending these community events or from breaking bread with citizens. See SDCL 6-1-18 to 21 (recognizing public officers may
receive input from many sources).
If you are now confused, then you are actually thinking more clearly about this issue than you may realize. Most of my decision-maker clients remained active in their community but came to me to discuss specific scenarios that were more problematic. After discussing the timing and perception issues, the proper course of action usually became more evident. Some of these decisions were difficult when a public officer had to refrain from doing something that they had been properly doing in prior years as a private citizen. Their primary motivation would be to maintain the positive image of the local government that they served.
Today’s world has been consumed by cynicism, which impacts the ability of local government to serve its citizens. We public officers must always consider the timing and perception issues involved in any of our actions. Please seek the assistance of your entity’s legal counsel in navigating those more turbulent waters. An objective law-trained advisor could provide valuable insights. Also, the SDPAA offers its Members the benefits of a Government Practices Hotline where expert attorneys are available to offer additional assistance on these types of inquiries, along with a variety of other governmentrelated topics. If you would like to speak with someone about any of these services, please contact the SDPAA office at 800-658-3633 option 2 or by email at sdpaa@sdmunicipalleague.org.
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Applications Now Available for Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program
Applications are now available for local governmental entities who want to apply for the new Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program.
The program, introduced by Gov. Kristi Noem, is open to cities, counties, townships and tribes that are part of one of South Dakota’s four Presential declared disasters in 2019. The program allows those entities to apply for funding advances. The approved applicants can use the advances to assist with recovery efforts to repair their damaged infrastructure prior to receiving FEMA funds.
“In 2019, South Dakota experienced one of the worst disaster years it has ever seen and public infrastructure was among the hardest hit,” Gov. Noem said. “My Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program works with local governments to help them get the dollars they need to
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expedite recovery, use existing assistance programs, and build resilient infrastructure for future South Dakotans.”
Eligible governmental entities can receive an advance equal to the 75% FEMA federal share of their projects plus the 15% local, non-federal share portion, for a total of 90% of project costs. The governmental entity will then pay back the advances to the state upon receiving the FEMA federal funds for the projects. Applicants who request an advance of their local 15% match will have 18 months from the date of the original agreement or the final FEMA funding date before a 2% interest rate will begin to accrue. The South Dakota Department of Public Safety’s Office of Emergency Management will oversee the program. “Many of these local governments are trying to pay for
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Applicants requesting advanced funds will need to meet the following criteria: • Be an eligible applicant and be a subrecipient of the state in one of the four Presidential disasters declared in 2019 (submit RPA), and have a FEMA-eligible project; • Submit an application to the South Dakota Office of Emergency Management; • Sign an Advance agreement; • Provide financial statements/audits to demonstrate a need for the advance; • Provide proof of an ongoing funding source to repay the advanced state general funds; • Provide quotes in accordance with state law for eligible “shovel-ready” projects; • Submit a mitigation project proposal; and • Follow FEMA requirements.
In addition to the implementation of the Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Program, the Governor also has announced the state will provide 10% of the non-federal share for Hazard Mitigation Grant program and PreDisaster Mitigation Grant program projects approved by FEMA. Historically, these projects have been funded at a 75% federal share paid by FEMA and the 25% non-federal share was the responsibility of the applicant. The addition of state dollars lowers the match requirement for local governments to 15% and encourages local participation in mitigation projects. These projects will improve infrastructure resiliency for future generations, provide long-term solutions to repetitive loss situations and helps avoid reliance on federal dollars for recovery. Applicants can also apply for an advance on the 15% non-federal share required for approved FEMA mitigation projects.
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Risk-Sharing It’s winter - the time of year when we take great pains to prepare as snow storms approach. We buy water, food and batteries for our homes in case we can’t get to the store for supplies. To ensure safe travels for everyone road crews are gathered, equipment readied, and parking lots and sidewalks are pre-treated. But what about those winters or times during the winter when there isn’t much snow? How much energy and attention do we give parking lots and sidewalk conditions when there isn’t measurable snow to plow?
South Dakota winters tend to have a ready supply of ice regardless of snow fall amounts. Slip and fall injury statistics indicate that we need to give the icy conditions as much respect as those snow storms command. In fact, a study of conditions vs. incident of related slip and fall events in the Midwest shows that ice related slip and fall injuries are more likely to occur during a mild winter when snow fall amounts are lower. What does that mean? During those times when snow removal activities aren’t a priority, we need to make guarding against slip and fall hazards a priority.
Tips to prevent winter slips and falls were provided by Safety Benefits Inc. in the 2018 December issue of SDML Magazine:
Control slip and fall hazards in and around buildings Assign staff to help with ice control around your facilities. Sometimes maintenance staff is shared, and they can’t be everywhere at once. Have ice melt available at each building entrance and encourage employees to apply it as needed. Pay special attention to shaded areas where sunlight doesn’t melt snow or ice. Also watch for downspouts that allow water to run across walkways and then later freeze. Use mats inside building entrances to minimize the hazard of wet floors. If floors get wet, place a “Wet Floor” warning sign immediately and try to get them mopped up as soon as possible. Remind employees to slow down Slips and falls are more likely when employees are in a hurry, tired or distracted. Slowing down is important as a 36
fall could result in a serious injury that will cost even more time. Employees need to know they shouldn’t carry more weight or load size than can safely be handled. Loads should be kept small enough so not to obstruct vision and employees must be aware of unstable loads that might shift and cause you to fall.
Employees need to be especially careful when getting out of vehicles. Remind employees to hold on to the vehicle and exit slowly. Employees who operate larger pieces of equipment should be reminded to use 3-points of contact when entering or exiting equipment. Employees should always face the equipment and never jump off equipment. When getting out of a warm vehicle and stepping on ice or snow employees need to remember that they could easily lose footing. Office workers should consider bringing an extra pair of shoes to wear once inside. Shoes that are comfortable in an office setting don’t always work well in slippery conditions. We all fall down Slips, trips and falls can happen to anyone. Employees should take their time, think about what they are doing and follow good safety practices. By adhering to the tips noted above, they can avoid potentially dangerous problems for themselves and your entity. That said . . .
Falling is something we don’t usually think much about until it actually happens. It would be difficult to find someone who hasn’t slipped and fallen at some point in his or her life. Much of the time we can get back up on our own, pull ourselves together and go on with our day sustaining minimal or no injury. Many falls result in only minor injury, but others involve broken bones, serious back injuries, head trauma and even death. This isn’t a hazard to be taken lightly as slips and falls are the second leading cause of accidental death. Who remembers Mrs. Fletcher? She intrigued (and rather frightened) us for years in the LifeCall commercials where she said: “Help! I’ve fallen, and I can’t get up!” Unfortunately, as we age, falling and having a negative result is increasingly likely.
When we’re children and toddlers, falling is simply a part of life. But at some point, children realize that walking, not falling, is the goal. They might also have experienced a few falls that hurt a bit. This teaches us at a young age to instinctively put out our arms and hands to brace a fall in an attempt to minimize the ouch factor. Physical therapists call this “foosh” or falling onto outstretched hands. SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES
Adults tend to have a different response to falls. Our natural reaction is to prevent the fall. We tend to stiffen up because we fear the pain of falling. In addition, we humans tend to be more concerned about someone seeing us fall rather than how much it hurt! It isn’t unusual for someone to slip and fall only to turn around and glare at the patch of slippery sidewalk that allegedly caused the fall.
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Avoid falling straight forward or backward Dr. Jessica Schwartz, a physical therapist in New York City, trains athletes and people with prosthetic limbs to fall without hurting themselves. She states that falling flat on the back or face is likely to cause a hit to the head resulting in a concussion. In addition, the reverse motion, or bounce of the head after impact will cause something similar to whiplash. Falling straight forward or backward also raises the risk of damaging the spine and vital organs.
Don’t FOOSH (fall onto outstretched hands) If we stretch out our arms and hands to break a fall, the entire force of impact will be concentrated there, greatly increasing the odds of breaking these bones. Likewise, landing on a knee may break a kneecap and doing that “prevent the fall dance” may result in broken bones in the foot and ankle.
Prepare for a safe landing There are things we can do to minimize the injury sustained in a same level fall. We should take the opportunity to learn from professionals required to fall as part of their jobs: • Members of the Military & Military Paratroopers are drilled on Proper Parachute Landing Fall (PLF) techniques, which involves falling to the side after the feet hit the ground. • Martial Artists are trained to round their bodies, distributing energy by moving with the fall. • Professional Stunt Men and Women use strategies like getting the body low, rolling, relaxing and distributing body weight on impact.
The following recommendations come from professionals who fall for a living as well as from professionals responsible for coordinating treatment and care after someone falls: Continued on page 41... FEBRUARY 2020
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Washington Report: By Rep Dusty Johnson
Securing our border has been at the forefront of this administration’s agenda and rightfully so. I traveled down to the southern border earlier this year and real progress is being made there, however, there is more work to be done.
In the last year, we experienced a true crisis on our southern border with unprecedented numbers of illegal border crossings. Congress and the administration have been focused on how best to combat this crisis, so I welcomed the opportunity to visit a business right here in South Dakota that is playing a key part in increasing security at our borders.
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There are big things happening at Ehresmann Engineering in Yankton. Family owned and operated since 1983, this organization has been involved in border security for twenty years. Ehresmann produces remote video surveillance systems (RVSS) for use along our southern and northern border, with most of their towers utilized at the southern border.
When we think border security, most people think of the border wall. Of course, a physical barrier is a crucial part of the solution and many new miles of fencing and concrete wall are currently being built or updated. However, advanced technology and structures like the ones produced at Ehresmann play a key role in the solution to our border crisis. When I visited the border last year, one of my major takeaways was a variety of solutions are needed to ensure optimum security. When you pair physical structures with technology like Ehresmann’s RVSSs, our border is better protected, and our patrol agents have a wider range of tools to monitor our borders to the best of their ability.
This past year, we made significant progress on the southern border. From May to September, we saw a 64 percent decrease in border apprehensions. That’s unprecedented improvement, and it’s in part thanks to the work of organizations like Ehresmann Engineering. I was proud to see during my visit that the hard work of South Dakotans is paying off in a big way for the security of our country. I look forward to seeing American innovation like what we are seeing in South Dakota continue to advance our border security.
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Continued from page 37... 1. Stay Bent: As soon as you sense that you’ve lost your balance, bend at the elbows and knees. This softens the impact of the fall. 2. Protect Your Head: If falling forward, turn your face to the side. If falling backward, tuck your chin to your chest. 3. Land on Your Side: Use your body weight to land on muscles in your back, butt, or thighs. Land on the fleshy parts of your body, not bone! 4. Don’t Panic: Avoid rigidity. RELAX and loosen up as you fall. Exhaling or yelling loudly may help with this. 5. Keep Falling: Avoid the instinct to panic and fight the fall. Roll with the fall to distribute the impact and lessen the injury.
It’s terribly embarrassing to be human If an employee slips and falls, and it’s quite likely that some of them will at one time or another, don’t allow them to laugh it off too quickly. The psychological embarrassment of a fall often causes people to do whatever necessary to shift the focus off them. This may cause an employee who really is hurt to get up, say he is fine, and walk away from a situation that at worst required medical care and at least should have been reported as a workplace incident. Embarrassing or not, falls can cause very serious injury. Use the information in this article to help your employees understand the seriousness of slip and fall hazards and how they might minimize injuries during a fall. You might also take this opportunity to remind all employees of incident reporting requirements.
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CITY MAINTENANCE/STREET WORKER: Lemmon, SD - The City of Lemmon has one full-time City and Maintenance position available. CDL preferred or able to obtain. Pay DOE. Attractive benefits package. Pick up applications at City Hall. For more information call Dave Huber at 605-374-5631. Candidate must be able to work independently and work efficiently with other employees, contractors, and the general public. Candidate must be able to obtain necessary licenses or certification(s). City of Lemmon is an EOE. Deadline 1/31/2020.
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER: Wakonda, SD The City of Wakonda is seeking applicants for a code enforcement officer. This position enforces the city’s established code requirements, ordinances and zoning laws. The applicant will need at least a high school diploma or
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HUMAN RESOURCE AND EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT DIRECTOR: Yankton, SD - The City of Yankton is currently taking applications for Human Resource and Employee Engagement Director. Those interested can contact richardfursman@gmail.com for more information.
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER: Custer, SD - The City of Custer is seeking a licensed civil engineer to manage the Public Works Department. This position is expected to perform a variety of supervisory, administrative, skilled, technical and maintenance related tasks. The Public Works Director oversees the Streets, Parks, Public Buildings, Water & Wastewater operations. The position is responsible for planning and managing the activities, operations, maintenance and construction of the Public Works Department. The ideal candidate will possess a Certification as a Professional Engineer, and/or sufficient experience to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the Public Works Department. Must possess a valid driver’s license. The following certifications would be a benefit: Class 1 Water Treatment, Class 2 Wastewater Treatment, Class 2 Water Distribution and Class 2 Wastewater Collection, or adequate water and wastewater knowledge. Must be a team player; with leadership skills and the ability to provide outstanding customer service. Must reside within fifteen miles of the City of Custer. Starting wage DOE and certifications. Applications are available at Custer City Hall, 622 Crook St., Custer, SD 57730. 605-673-4824. www.custer.govoffice.com. An application must be completed, and resumes may be included with the application, but are not accepted in lieu of an application. Applications will be accepted by mail or may be dropped off at Custer City Hall. Position open until filled. The City of Custer is an EOE.
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR: Hill City, SD - The City of Hill City is seeking a motivated Public Works Director who can transform the department into a highly effective operating team. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to long range planning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating the several divisions that comprise the public works department. These would include engineering, water, wastewater, traffic-parking, parks, cemetery, building and street maintenance. Active supervision and leadership of a staff up to 6 people. This is a working management role with diverse responsibilities. Open until filled. Salary DOE. Hill City is an EOE. Complete job description and job applications are available by contacting Human Resources Coordinator Stacia Tallon at 605-5742300.
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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; 10-43-77; 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)
90 days prior to the effective date. (SDCL 10-52-9; 1052A-13; See Hdbk. Sec. 12.260) 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) 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.
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; 9-1340; 12-2-5) Follow the Municipal Election Calendar for all election deadlines.
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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 FEBRUARY 2020
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Not later than the third Monday in March – A copy of the assessment roll must be furnished to each requesting municipality. (SDCL 10-3-28; See Hdbk., sec. 12.105)
Third Monday of March (Equalization meeting) – The governing body and the finance officer together representing the municipality with a member of the school board are required to meet for the purpose of equalizing the assessment of property. The Equalization Board may adjourn from day to day until the process has been completed within five days. (SDCL 10-11-13, 10-11-14; See Hdbk., sec. 12.120)
On or before the fourth Monday of March – After completing the equalization the clerk of the equalization board is required to deliver the assessment roll to the county Director of Equalization. (SDCL 10-11-21; See Hdbk., sec. 12.120)
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At least six days prior to the last Tuesday of March – The county director of equalization must publish a list of all tax exempt property in the county. This publication must be in the official newspapers of the county. (SDCL 10-4-15.1; See Hdbk., sec. 12.105) On or before March 31 – The Urban Renewal Agency is required to file a report of its activities with the governing body. The report must include a complete financial statement for the preceding year. (SDCL 11-8-47) The Urban Renewal Agency must file a similar report with the Auditor-General on or by the same date. (SDCL 11-8-48; See Hdbk., sec. 14.200, The Urban Renewal Agency) April election – 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 South Dakota Municipal Officials or at www.sdmunicipalleague.org.
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