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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

Karl Alberts Finance Officer, Aberdeen Carolynn Anderson Finance Officer, Wall

Christine Erickson Councilmember, Sioux Falls Harry Weller Mayor, Kadoka

Editor: Sara M. Rankin

DISTRICT CHAIRS Dist. 1 - Mike Grosek Mayor, Webster

Dist. 2 - Paullyn Carey Finance Director, Huron Dist. 3 - Dawn Murphy Finance Officer, Tea

Dist. 4 - Becky Brunsing City Administrator, Wagner Dist. 5 - Renae Phinney President, Ree Heights

Dist. 6 - Leland Treichel Mayor, Roscoe

Dist. 7 - Gary Weimantel Mayor, Herreid

Dist. 8 - Brittany Smith City Administrator, Philip

Dist. 9 - Laurie Woodward Finance Officer, Custer

Features

Contents

2021 Municipal Annual Report Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Legislative Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

2021 Legislators By District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-11 District Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 2021 SDML Virtual 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 Good Things Do Happen in Pierre . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

DENR Announces More Than $8.7 Million for Statewide Environmental Projects . . . . .22

State Historical Society Awards Four Preservation Grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Funding Available for Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Dealing with Lift Solids in Lift Stations . . . . . . . . . .26 SDMEA Hometown Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

How Cold is Too Cold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Columns

Dist. 10 - Michelle DeNeui Finance Officer, Spearfish

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

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

Risk-Sharing News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

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 Lynn Bren Deputy Director Kristina Peterson Underwriter Paytra Nichols Underwriter Jerry Krambeck Member Services Representative Deb Corkill Executive Assistant

President’s Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Washington Report: Representative Johnson . . . . . .34

In Every Issue

City Highlight - Crooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

SDML Events Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Hometown Happenings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Directory Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Municipal Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

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.

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Director's Notes

Session should be in full swing by the time you read this, but as it is written, we don’t know how it is going to go with the pandemic in effect during a legislative session. 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

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

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

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

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

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.

To receive the Legislative Update via email contact Yvonne at yvonne@sdmunicipalleague.org.

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.

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 or otherwise 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.

Due to the unpredictability of the COVID-19 pandemic, we will not be holding our traditional inperson Legislative Rib Dinner. Arrangements are being made to provide a legislative update to you via Zoom, so we hope you will be able to join us for that.

Please keep your calendars open for other upcoming events – while we are hoping to do most things later in the spring in-person, all have a “plan B”. The Code Enforcement Workshop will be held May 12 and 13 at Drifters Event Center in Fort Pierre. Look for more details in future magazines.

The annual Human Resource School is being planned for June 8 and 9 at the Ramkota in Pierre. 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 2021 Finance Officers’ School, to be held at the Ramkota in Pierre, June 9, 10 and 11. 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

February 2021. As I think about what I should write, I am reminded of all the great people I have met over the years through my involvement with municipal government. I have made many great friends and colleagues through my job and through the municipal league. I am so thankful for the friendships and guidance I have experienced throughout the past 17 years of being part of municipal government. I honestly am anxious to get back to meeting in person and the networking that takes place during events like Finance Officer School, and Annual Conference. I am feeling positive about the year and am hopeful that the Covid-19 numbers decline swiftly to allow our organization to get back to normal and start having the in-person meetings that are so necessary for our group to thrive at the level it operated at prior to the pandemic. Covid-19 has impacted so many of the League’s events. For instance, normally February is the month the League hosts our annual Rib Dinner where city officials can socialize and bend the ear of their legislators allowing our municipal voices to be heard. Unfortunately, Covid-19 has

caused this event to be cancelled. Even though the event is cancelled, as municipal officials I encourage you all to take the time to reach out through email or telephone to speak to those Legislators and voice your thoughts and concerns regarding the legislation that is on the table. Remember, your legislators are elected to represent you and your region, so I encourage you to let them know your thoughts.

Have a blessed February.

Debbra J. Houseman

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2021 Municipal Annual Report Forms

2021 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 – Special Purpose” or “Large Municipalities – GAAP Basis.”

2021 LEGISLATIVE CALENDAR 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 2021

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Sen. Michael Rohl

Rep. Jennifer Keintz

Rep. Tamara St. John

Address

38635 129th St., Aberdeen, SD 57401 43890 112nd St., Eden, SD 57232

605-268-0920 605-532-4088

Sen. Brock Greenfield

507 N. Smith St., Clark, SD 57225

Rep. Kaleb W. Weis

2403 Bunker Dr, Aberdeen, SD 57401

Rep. Lana Greenfield

Home Phone

702 Old Agency Dr. #142, Sisseton, SD 57262

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PO Box 143, Doland, SD 57436

605-635-6932

Sen. Al Novstrup

1705 Northview Ln., Aberdeen, SD 57401

605-360-9711

Rep. Carl E. Perry

2722 Railroad Circle, Aberdeen, SD 57401

605-262-0113

Rep. Drew Dennert

902 S. High St., Aberdeen, SD 57401

605-252-1008

Sen. John Wiik

PO Box 95, Big Stone City, SD 57216

605-541-0106

Rep. John Mills

21730 464th Ave., Volga, SD 57071

605-826-4290

Rep. Fred Deutsch

16452 449th Ave, Florence, SD 57235

605-882-3323

Sen. Lee Schoenbeck

419 54th St. SW, Watertown, SD 57201

605-882-0612

Rep. Nancy York

325 5th St. SE, Watertown, SD 57201

605-753-6611

Rep. Hugh Bartels

1244 N. Maple, Watertown, SD 57201

605-886-5460

Sen. Herman Otten

27543 468th Ave., Lennox, SD 57039

605-941-1770

Rep. Ernie Otten

46787 273rd, Tea, SD 57064

605-368-5716

Rep. Aaron Aylward

609 Kent St., Harrisburg, SD 57032

Sen. V.J. Smith

PO Box 742,, Brookings, SD 57006

605-697-5822

Rep. Tim Reed

627 Medary Ave., Brookings, SD 57006

605-691-0452

Rep. Larry Tidemann

251 Indian Hills Rd., Brookings, SD 57006

Sen. Casey Crabtree

115 Woodland Drive, Madison, SD 57042

605-291-2767

Rep. Marlie Wiese

520 NE 15th St., Madison, SD 57042

605-270-0786

Rep. Randy Gross

48006 221st St, Elkton, SD 57026

Sen. Wayne Steinhauer

26581 East Shore Place, Hartford, SD 57033

605-526-4269

Rep. Rhonda Milstead

46273 Park Pl., Hartford, SD 57033

605-376-3149

Rep. Bethany Soye

PO Box 84124, Sioux Falls, SD 57108

Sen. Maggie Sutton

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

605-929-1592

Rep. Steven Haugaard

47629 258th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57104

605-941-1434

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Rep. Doug Barthel

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

605-940-5633

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Legislator

Address

Home Phone

Rep. Chris Karr

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

605-695-0391

Sen. Jim Stalzer Rep. Mark Willadsen

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

605-838-0354 605-361-6104

Sen. R. Blake Curd

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

605-331-5890

Rep. Greg Jamison

36300 S Grand Prairie Dr., Sioux Falls, SD 57108

605-310-1930

Rep. Arch Beal

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

605-336-3034

Sen. Jack Kolbeck

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

605-332-6490

Rep. Sue Peterson

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

605-371-1668

Rep. Richard Thomason

4303 S. Pine Cone Pl.., Sioux Falls, SD 57105

605-521-4449

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Sen. Larry Zikmund Rep. Erin Healy

2405 E. 52nd St., Sioux Falls, SD 57103 1509 S. Frederick Dr., Sioux Falls, SD 57105

605-212-9597

Sen. Reynold Nesiba

802 S. Willow Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57104

605-371-6311

Rep. Linda Duba

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

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Rep. Taylor Rehfeldt Rep. Jamie Smith

2525 E. Old Orchard Tr., Sioux Falls, SD 57103 512 N. Euclid Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57104

605-391-4378

Sen. Jim Bolin

403 West 11th St., Canton, SD 57013

605-261-9669

Rep. Kevin Jensen

27808 484th Ave., Canton, SD 57013

605-366-6947

Rep. David Anderson

29177 477th Ave., Hudson, SD 57034

Sen. Arthur Rusch

PO Box 312, Vermillion, SD 57069

Rep. Richard Vasgaard

28746 462nd Ave., Centerville, SD 57014

Rep. Sydney Davis

46838 307th St., Burbank, SD 57010

Sen. Jean Hunhoff

2511 Mulligan Dr., Yankton, SD 57078

Rep. Ryan Cwach

909 W 13th St., Yankton, SD 57078

Rep. Mike Stevens

214 Marina Del Ave., Yankton, SD 57078

605-310-1645 605-624-8723 605-770-7029 605-665-1463 605-661-0057

Sen. Kyle Schoenfish

42472 Maxwell Rd., Scotland, SD 57059

605-660-6468

Rep. Marty Overweg

PO Box 24, New Holland, SD 57364

605-243-2313

Rep. Kent Peterson

720 N. Dakota St., Salem, SD 57058

Sen. Joshua Klumb

1707 Westview Dr., Mitchell, SD 57301

Rep. Paul R. Miskimins

1225 Summit Dr., Mitchell, SD 57301

Rep. Lance Koth

1311 Firesteel Dr., Mitchell, SD 57301

Sen. Erin Tobin

31777 US Highway 18, Winner, SD 57580

Rep. Rocky Blare

31176 269th St., Ideal, SD 57541

Rep. Caleb Finck

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40976 294th St., Tripp, SD 57376

605-425-3299

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Rep. Roger Chase

20451 398th Ave., Huron, SD 57350

Sen. David Wheeler Rep. Lynn Schneider

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PO Box 1363, Huron, SD 57350

900 Beach Ave. NE, Huron, SD 57350

605-354-2640

Sen. Brian Breitling

1002 W. 5th St., Miller, SD 57362

605-853-3040

Rep. Charlie Hoffman

34328 106th St., Eureka, SD 57437

605-577-6530

Rep. Spencer Gosch

104 N. Riverview Dr., Glenham, SD 57631

Sen. Mary Duvall

PO Box 453, Pierre, SD 57501

605-280-0294

Rep. Mike Weisgram

114 Port Charlotte Ave., Fort Pierre, SD 57532

605-280-0294

Rep. Will Mortenson

122 W. Broadway Ave., Pierre, SD 57501

Sen. Marsha Symens

1407 Oak Creek Rd., Dell Rapids, SD 57022

605-428-3323

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

27192 US Highway 18, Mission, SD 57555

Rep. Rebecca Reimer

138 S. Main St., Chamberlain, SD 57325

Rep. Shawn Bordeaux

PO Box 283, Mission, SD 57555

Sen. Red Dawn Foster

PO Box 165, Pine Ridge, SD 57770

Rep. Peri Pourier

PO Box 3041, Pine Ridge, SD 57770

Rep. Liz May

605-610-8063

20261 BIA 2, Kyle, SD 57752

605-455-2588 605-877-1238

Sen. Ryan Maher

PO Box 237, Isabel, SD 57633

605-466-2371

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Rep. Sam Marty

16692 Antelope Rd., Prairie City, SD 57649

605-866-4477

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HC 76 Box 23, Parade, SD 57625

Sen. Gary Cammack

PO Box 100, Union Center, SD 57787

Rep. Kirk Chaffee

PO Box 280, Whitewood, SD 57793

Rep. Dean Wink

605-964-3023

PO Box 137, Howes, SD 57748

605-985-5240 605-490-8616

Sen. Julie Frye-Mueller

23764 Wallace St., Rapid City, SD 57702

605-342-2782

Rep. Tim Goodwin

12873 J. Pine Rd., Rapid City, SD 57702

605-390-5324

Rep. Trish Ladner

12567 Pine Shadows Rd., Hot Springs, SD

Sen. Timothy Johns

110 S. Main St., Lead, SD 57754

Rep. Scott Odenbach

PO Box 998, Spearfish, SD 57783

Rep. Mary Fitzgerald

605-440-1834 605-722-3189

PO Box 341, Spearfish, SD 57783

605-641-2045

Sen. Helene Duhamel

1622 West Blvd., Rapid City, SD 57701

605-342-2078

Rep. Becky Drury

1 Wyoming St., Rapid City, SD 57701

605-721-7899

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Rep. Oren Lesmeister

Rep. Chris Johnson

2526 Grandview Dr., Rapid City, SD 57701

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Rep. Taffy Howard

530 Westberry Dr., Rapid City, SD 57702

Sen. David Johnson

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PO Box 3403, Rapid City, SD 57709

Rep. Phil Jensen

10215 Pioneer Ave., Rapid City, SD 57702

Sen. Michael Diedrich

4884 Cliff Dr., Rapid City, SD 57702

Rep. Jess Olson

3115 Stockade Dr., Rapid City, SD 57702

Rep. Mike Derby

Sen. Jessica Castleberry

1576 Sharp Lane, Rapid City, SD 57703

Rep. Tony Randolph

5530 Colvin Ct., Rapid City, SD 57703

Rep. Tina Mulally

605-343-0735

2815 Lanark Rd., Rapid City, SD 57702

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605-209-0555

6390 Long View Rd., Rapid City 57703

605-393-1337 605-863-6239

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Senate Phone: 605-773-3821

House Phone: 605-773-3851

Lobbyist Phone: 605-224-5030

Legislative Research Councilâ€™s website: http://sdlegislature.gov/ Yvonneâ€™s email: yvonne@sdmunicipalleague.org

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2021 SDML District Meetings

All Mayors, Town Presidents, Councilmembers, and City Officials are welcome to attend the SDML Virtual District Meetings to be held via Zoom webinar in order for us to provide a safe way for everyone to participate. Although this year may look quite different, we are excited to share with you a 2021 Legislative update and information about services offered through our Risk Sharing Pools and Investment Fund.

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

District

2021 Virtual District Meetings Schedule Date

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 meeting 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 2022. If your community is interested in hosting the meeting next year just volunteer when asked!

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.

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March 16

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March 17

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District 3

March 18

5:30 p.m. CST

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March 25

5:30 p.m. CST

District 5

March 22

5:30 p.m. CST

District 6

March 23

5:30 p.m. CST

District 7

March 24

5:30 p.m. CST

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March 30

5:30 p.m. MST

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March 31

5:30 p.m. MST

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April 1

5:30 p.m. MST

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meeting. The chair serves on the League Board and in their absence the vice-chair fills in.

5:30 p.m. CST

SD Police Chiefs’ Association and SD Sheriffs’ Association Accepting Award Nominations 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 a risk of imminent serious injury or death, for the purpose of saving or protecting a human life or while taking an armed and immediately dangerous suspect into custody. This is a joint SDPCA/SDSA Award.

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

Citizen’s Award of Merit Presented to a citizen, company or group who performed an exceptional act or demonstrated a continued pattern of actions that furthered the missions and goals of the SDPCA and SDSA, or who have made a significant contribution to the law enforcement profession in the State of South Dakota. This is a joint SDPCA/SDSA Award.

Sheriffs’ Service Award For contributions by a member of the SDSA which exceed the high standards and contributions normally made by members.

Chief John Wainman Sr. Service Award For contributions by a member of the SDPCA which exceed the high standards and contributions normally made by members. All nominations must be submitted in writing by March 1, 2021. The awards will be presented during the SDPCA and SDSA Joint Meeting held 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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SIGNIFICANT CHANGES TO THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE This seminar identifies and reviews selected significant changes from the 2018 International Building Code (IBC) to the 2021 edition. It familiarizes building officials, fire officials, plans examiners, inspectors and design professionals with many important revisions that are found in the 2021 IBC. It also assists code users in the application and intent of each change. Finally, it addresses those code changes selected due to their frequency of application, special significance or change in application. This course, based on the publication Significant Changes to the International Building Code 2021 Edition, focuses primarily on the fire- and life-safety aspects of the 2021 IBC.

Upon completion of this seminar, participants will be better able to: • Identify the most significant differences between the 2018 IBC and the 2021 IBC. • Identify current provisions that have been clarified in the 2021 edition • Identify key changes in organization and format. • Identify applicability to design, plan review and activities.

Thursday, April 8, 2021 in Sioux Falls 8:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm – 4:00pm Best Western Plus Ramkota Hotel and Conference Center 3200 West Maple Street

Registration Registration form can be found under the SDML Events section at www.sdmunicipalleague.org $82 for SDBOA members and $105 for Non-Members. Registration is due by March 25, 2021. Questions Butch Warrington, Chief Building Official City of Sioux Falls 605-367-8667 Dave St. Pierre CodeWorks 605-209-3030

Speaker Douglas W. Thornburg, AIA, CBO, is currently Vice-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.

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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 2021 Finance Officers’ School will be held June 9, 10 & 11 at the Ramkota Hotel in Pierre.

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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A copy of applicant’s City Councils’ approval for the travel must be received with application.

An official scholarship form can be obtained by visiting www.sdmunicipalleague.org then the Human Resource section under the Affiliate Organizations tab.

The 2021 Human Resource School will be held June 8 & 9 at the Ramkota Hotel in Pierre. 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.

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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 2021 South Dakota Association of Code Enforcement Spring Training will be held May 12 & 13 at the Drifter’s Event Center in Ft. Pierre.

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The New Year provides a time to reminisce and to appreciate all the wonderful people who have influenced you along lifeâ€™s journey. This December former Lawrence County Deputy Sheriff and later County Commissioner George Opitz passed away at the age of 91. George was

Speaking of public service, the upcoming South Dakota Legislative Session will be one of the most interesting sessions in years as their plates will be full with many challenging issues. During these moments people tend to become overwhelmed by the legislative process. It becomes easier to concentrate on the negatives, rather than remind yourself about all the positives. The session will be about one-half completed as you read

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this article, when the process may already be testing your patience. Please remember that the legislative session brings so many concerned people together to try to solve the problems facing our State. Thirty years ago I began working for the SD Legislature as an intern for then-House Majority Leader Jerry Lammers. Jerry trusted me to tag along for every meeting he had with each of our state’s leaders. It was a great education thanks to Jerry as I learned about every nuance on every bill. Thanks again, Jerry! I will never forget my surprise when then-Governor George S. Mickelson first asked me at one of those early meetings what I thought about the issue of the day. My answer was not that eloquent but Governor Mickelson was genuinely interested in my opinion. His genuine interest in all people generated so much admiration and respect for him across the state, including with me. It was almost universal that session that the legislators and executive branch officials were dedicated public servants who treated us interns more as colleagues than employees.

Among the many great people whom I met that session were two people who would later become integral parts of my life: one now runs my work life; the other runs my home life. One fellow intern is now one of my bosses,

Yvonne Taylor—Executive Director of the SDML. She is one of the most insightful, witty, and dedicated public servants that I have ever met. (Please don’t tell her that I said that!). Another fellow intern is now my wife, Lynda. She is wonderful in every way and always right. (Please don’t tell her that I admitted that!) She is from West River; I am from East River so we literally “met in the middle” at Pierre. Our family’s “legislative legacy” continued as our son Mark worked as a page for Representative Doug Barthel and the SD House this past session. Thanks again, Doug! Mark worked with many great people while enduring some teasing about whether he met his future bride during session. We are hoping our daughter Kate can be a page in 2022. From this experience I can personally attest that yes, “good things do happen in Pierre!” Good people abound at every level of public service. Your entire team at the SDPAA is honored to assist you in your public service mission. We are your fellow public employees who share your passion for servant leadership. If you have any questions or would like your public entity to explore becoming a Member of the SDPAA, please contact the SDPAA at 800-658-3633 option 2 or by email at sdpaa@sdmunicipalleague.org.

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DENR Announces more than $8.7 Million for Statewide Environmental Projects

Today, the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) announced the state Board of Water and Natural Resources has approved more than $8.7 million for drinking water, recycling, and solid waste projects.

The $8,780,900 total includes $633,900 in grants and $8,147,000 in low-interest loans with $160,000 in principal forgiveness.

The grants and loans awarded by the board are administered through the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.

Loans were awarded to: • Minnehaha Community Water Corporation, $7,510,000 for water tower construction and drinking water system improvements

Loans with principal forgiveness were awarded to: • Edgemont, $637,000 loan, with $160,000 in principal forgiveness, for drinking water system improvements

Grants were awarded to: • Brown County, $260,000 for landfill improvements • Huron, $49,900 for new recycling equipment • Mitchell, $324,000 for landfill improvements

The grants and loans were awarded from DENR’s Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Program and Solid Waste Management Program.

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. Principal forgiveness is a subsidy option that results in a reduced loan payment 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.

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SDML Board of Directors Meeting, Via Zoom Municipal Government Day at the Legislature, Virtual Attendance Municipal/School Election Workshop Webinars (See Registration) NLC Congressional City Conference, Washington, DC District Meetings - Via Zoom (See Registration)

SD Building Officials, ICC Code Officials Institute Program, Rapid City SD Building Officials, ICC Code Officials Institute Program, Sioux Falls SD Municipal Electric Association Conference and Technology Expo, Watertown SD Airport Management Association Meeting SD Police Chiefs/SD Sheriffs Joint Association Meeting, Deadwood SD Municipal Street Maintenance Association Meeting, Sioux Falls SD Association of Code Enforcement Workshop, Fort Pierre SD City Management Association – GOSCMA Conference, Spearfish

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State Historical Society Awards Four Historic Preservation Grants

Historic preservation projects in St. Onge, Sioux Falls, Belle Fourche, and Mitchell recently received matching grants from the South Dakota State Historical Society.

“This historic preservation grants program is designed to encourage restoration or rehabilitation of historic properties and is one more way we can promote and protect our history and culture,” said Ted M. Spencer, State Historic Preservation Officer. “In 2020 we awarded $111,050 among seven projects which had matching funds of $374,441. The resulting total public-private investment is $485,491.”

The grants are awarded through the State Historical Society’s Deadwood Fund grant program. Funding for the program is from Deadwood gaming revenue earmarked by state law for historic preservation projects throughout the state. The program is administered by the society’s State Historic Preservation Office at the Cultural Heritage Center in Pierre.

The following projects were the most recent to receive grants to supplement their work: • St. Onge (Lawrence County): AndersonRidley Barn, built 1902; received $11,000 to assist in mortar/wall repair of a sandstone barn

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Sioux Falls (Minnehaha County): Porter Peck House, built around 1887; received $15,000 to assist in porch rehabilitation/stabilization Mitchell (Davison County): Western National Bank, built 1906; received $20,000 to assist in repointing and window repair/replacement Belle Fourche (Butte County): Belle Fourche Band Shell, built 1954; received $15,000 to assist in repair of the interior wood shell portion

These new recipients represent a total award amount of $61,000 and matching funds of $145,275. The total publicprivate investment is $206,275. These figures are reflected in the 2020 statistics above.

Deadwood Fund grants are awarded twice a year with grant application deadlines of Feb. 1 and Oct. 1. They are reviewed at the spring and winter meetings of the State Historical Society’s board of trustees. For more information on the Deadwood Fund grant program, contact the State Historic Preservation Office at the Cultural Heritage Center, 900 Governors Drive, Pierre, SD 57501-2217; telephone 605-773-3458; or website history.sd.gov/preservation/fundingopportunities.aspx. For information on membership in the State Historical Society, please call 605-773-6000 or visit history.sd.gov/membership.

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Funding Available for Trails

corridors for exercise and recreation, trails give families the opportunity to spend quality time together and enjoy the natural beauty of our state.”

The Recreational Trails Program provides partial reimbursement for approved trail projects. Eligible projects include construction of new public trails, rehabilitation of existing public trails, development of trail-related facilities and educational programs that relate to recreational trails. The application deadline is Friday, April 9, 2021.

South Dakota State Parks Director Scott Simpson announced today that applications are being accepted for grants from the Recreation Trails Program (RTP). The grants will be available for trail projects sponsored by municipalities, counties, state parks, federal land management agencies or tribal governments.

“When it comes to promoting healthy communities, recreational trails are key,” Simpson said. “As safe

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RTP funds come to the state through the Federal Highway Administration and are apportioned to states by Congress to fund both motorized and non-motorized public recreation trail projects. The amount of funds available is based upon the number of recreational vehicles licensed in each state. Application packets are available online at the Game, Fish and Parks website. For more information, contact Grants Coordinator Randy Kittle at 605.773.5490 or by email at randy.kittle@state.sd.us.

Dealing with Solids in Lift Stations

By Danny Ayers, Wastewater Technician

This one is for you guys with lift stations. If you have wastewater pumps, you just have to deal with solids in wastewater, causing the pumps' problems. NOT TRUE! There are ways to deal with solids that do not involve pulling and unclogging pumps.

Operators tend to find ways to improve their lives, and unclogging wastewater pumps has never been a fun job. Every time you open that pump, it tends to shorten the service of the pump. With that being said, why not remove those pesky rags and debris before they enter the pump.

The City of Winner was planning to rehabilitate their main lift station, which pumped an average of 0.3 MG of wastewater each day, and they had a problem with the disposable wipe type rags clogging the pumps quite often. They looked at a grinder to solve the rag issue, but a grinder would require excessive maintenance. A grinder would allow inorganic debris to end up in the lagoon adding to nonbiodegradable sludge and hampering the treatment process.

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So why not remove the problem ahead of the lift station?

After doing considerable research, the lead operator Mark Leibrich and the public works director Troy Kruger found a stainless-steel vertical screen could be installed ahead of the lift station. The screen they settled on would allow the wastewater to flow through a screen plate with ¼ inch holes; as the holes plugged up with debris, the water level would rise on the screen. When the water level rose to a preset level, the auger screw with brushes of the auger flites would be activated to clean the screen. As the debris travels up the screw, it is washed by an automatic flushing system to remove the organic material and return it to the waste stream. The flites on the screw were configured to compress the inorganic material to remove excess water at the top end of the screw. The dewatered material would then drop out into a trash bag to be removed with the regular trash.

The Winner team also installed a splitter pit ahead of the screen, which allowed the wastewater stream to be diverted around the screen to the lift station's wet well or a six-inch portable pump plumbed to the force main after the

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lift station. This piping allows for the facility's uninterrupted operation during maintenance on either the screen or the lift station.

Screening out the inorganics and breaking down the organics to a Âź inch size allowed for the lift station's uninterrupted operation, lowered loading on the lagoons, and better treatment of the wastewater in the lagoon.

After two years of operation, Mark noticed that the effluent being discharged from the lagoon was of better quality with lower numbers on TSS, BOD, and ammonia. Mark attributed this to the organic material being broken down to a smaller size while passing through the screen and making it easier for the lagoon bacteria to process it.

If you have any more questions on this design, you can contact Danny Ayers Wastewater Tech with SDARWS 605-291-2299, and he will hook you up with Troy or Mark at Winner.

This article is reprinted with permission from the South Dakota Association of Rural Water Systems.

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By Chris Hill, Director of Municipal Electric Services We are back in session! The SDMEA is going to have a legislative lunch this year at the Capitol, which will be held Wednesday, February 17 from 10:30 a.m. -1:00 p.m. (see invitation on opposite page). Representatives from the 35 municipal electric communities, board members, and committee members are encouraged to attend to help promote municipal electric utilities. This is your chance to visit with legislators, answer questions, and ask questions about legislative happenings. Please feel free to contact me with any questions regarding the SDMEA Legislative Lunch!

Today, I feel like the 2021 legislative session might be as awkward as my first trip to Pierre for session. Last year we saw the implementation of security checks at the door and the use of the Capitol Access Pass. The Capitol Access Pass is a pre-check to get into the capitol and allows you to bypass the security check and quickly enter the building. This year we will be wearing masks and social distancing. This is my fourth session and today is day 1 of 37. I am excited to visit with legislators on your behalf to inform them of the SDMEA and its 35-member municipalities.

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Day one of session means different things for different people. If you are the SDML Director of Marketing and Communications, it means that this article is late. To me, day one at session means listening to the State of the State address and picking up your pass and your badge. We also start visiting with legislators. Veteran legislators and firsttime legislators will walk the halls and be excited to get going on bills and the promises of trying to make South Dakota a better place. This is also the busiest time of the year for me. Legislative session, SDML District Meetings, and the SDMEA Conference and Technology Expo will fill up my calendar from now until May. Currently, the SDMEA Conference and Technology Expo (formerly the Superintendent and Foreman Conference) is scheduled for April 13 and 14 in Watertown at the Watertown Event Center. I am hopeful that we can do all these activities in person so that we can have more interaction on a personal level. I know that several meetings, trainings, and conferences have been going virtual and some have cancelled for a couple of

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months out so we will have to see what our best options are for our conference. The SDMEA Operations and Conference Committee has some new members, so if you have any questions or input for the Conference, or if you would like to be a member you can reach out to me or any of our committee members. Ryan Thompson from Brookings Municipal Utilities, Brad Lawrence from the City of Madison, Chad Collins from Volga, Brian Benson from Watertown Municipal Utilities, and Kyle Hills from Sioux Falls Traffic, Light and Power are the members who make up the Conference and Operations Committee. Be on the lookout for emails regarding the conference and other upcoming SDML and SDMEA events as they have always been a great place to build professional relationships and network among peers. It is always nice to visit with others from other communities to find out what makes their HOMETOWNS great. Questions or Comments? Email me at chris@sdmunicipalleague.org or call me at 605-770-6299.

How Cold is Too Cold

By Nick Jackson, SDARWS Circuit Rider

A frozen water storage tank whether it’s an elevated tank or a ground storage tank is worse than no tank at all. How does a storage tank freeze, and what happening when it does? Most say water tanks tend to ice up and freeze during the nighttime when water demand is at the lowest point. People tend to be sleeping, not taking showers, washing clothes or even running a faucet. Water demand falls to a drip and all that water in the tanks just sits there, not moving or refilling with fresh (and warmer) groundwater.

Storage tanks are primarily either a ground tank, a standpipe or an elevated tank. Ice formation inside potable water storage tanks is a common occurrence in South Dakota during the winter. Depending on the average air temperature and the amount of turnover, ice formation can range from a thin skin on top of a water tank to a massive ice cap that can weigh several tons. While most people enjoy a little ice in their glass of water, thick ice in a water tank can spell disaster. Like an iceberg, a massive plug of ice can scrape the sides of a tank as the water level fluctuates. If ladders and other internal hardware inside a tank become frozen in the ice, the rise and fall of the ice cap can literally tear the hardware away from the walls. Numerous examples exist around South Dakota over the years of tanks that have been badly damaged or even ruptured by the action of ice. Here are just a few examples of iced tanks. • A ground tank located in south-central South Dakota froze leaving the bottom of the tank rounded off and pulled away from its anchors. • A central South Dakota stand pipe froze and spit open. • A township tank overflowed and froze all the way down the outside of the tank making it inoperable. • A north-central South Dakota standpipe froze in its elevated tank. • A city in western South Dakota has had three ground tanks where ice plugs froze at the top and dropped to the bottom of the tanks years ago. • A homeowners association in western South Dakota had an underground concrete water tank froze cracking the walls of the tank. • A steel storage tank in a commercial campground froze rounding the bottom of the tank. Even modest damage may require partial or a complete overall, costing hundreds of thousands of dollars.

turnover), a tank overflow, and improper design of the structure. Under each cause falls a number of contributing factors, for example: • Static conditions (most common) occur when tanks are reserved for fire protection or when a tank is too large for the present system usage. • Water systems utilizing chloramines as a disinfectant with less turnover becomes old water creating disinfection by-products that can potentially be hazardous to your water system. • Overflows may be caused by leaky valves or frozen controls for pumps or altitude valves. • Troublesome design elements may include vent design or insufficiently installed pipe or riser. With such a definitive list, you might think that preventing cold weather problems with tanks is an exact science. It certainly is not! As the water level rises and falls within the tank, the ring of ice gets thicker and thicker. Eventually, even the center of the tank becomes frozen over, but that ice is repeatedly shattered and refrozen by the piston like action of the rising and falling tank level. The ring of ice expands as it freezes, pushing against the walls of the tank. When water levels fall, the massive ring of ice clings to the sides of the tank, pulling down on the tank walls. When water levels rise, the collar is submerged, and its buoyancy pulls the walls of the tank in the opposite direction. This stress in extreme cases, can buckle the sides of the tank.

WHAT MAKES TANK FREEZE? What makes storage tank freeze? Basically, there are three causes: static water conditions (lack of sufficient water 30

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COLD WEATHER OPERATIONS A number of steps can be taken to prevent freezing. Some of these steps must be taken as part of the design; others are a matter of operations.

Achieve water turn over, with proper management and operation, the heat needed to prevent freezing can be added to the tank with fresh treated water. Pumping management can be used to achieve turnover in small systems. During the day, pumps are used only to maintain the minimum emergency reserve level otherwise they are turned off. At night, the tank is filled. This not only ensures flow during periods of low demand, but it adds warmer water at night, when heat loss is at its peak. Larger systems, pumps are usually sequenced to meet demand. Consider changing winter operating procedures. Let system water pressure drop a little more than usual, then switch on several pumps at nearly the same time. This will cause greater fluctuations in the water levels of the storage tanks.

Lowering high water level: if it is possible to keep less water in the tank during the winter months say to about 10ft, this minimizes the probability of ice forming on the upper curved portion or roof support structure.

Keep an eye on your altitude valves: they are often used in systems where tank’s high water level is lower than the pressure gradient of the system. Belle Fourche is an excellent example of using altitude valves as to not to overflow their tanks. Altitude valves may malfunction even in good weather. Freezing weather brings special problems. For example, frozen pressure sensing lines give the valve false signals. Usually this causes the valve to stay open, and the tank overflows. I recall one system who had issues where their pumps remained on, causing the whole treatment plant lower level to fill until water came out of the vents.

WHEN THE TANK FREEZES When a tank freezes, the following may result: inside overflow or other piping breaks • • ladder, strut braces, roof supports or other fixtures in the tank are pulled out by the ice, making a hole at the point of attachment • ice pressure expands riveted or bolted seams, or breaks plates, welds, bolts or rivets • leaks due to corrosion become apparent • overflow through overflow pipes, all sorts of problems can develop • overflow through the roof hatch or vent will form large icicles, weighing tons on tank exterior • icicles form, creates a hazard for all people and objects below, possibly causing tank structural failure

REPAIRING FREEZE DAMAGE After the cold weather is over, the tank should be drained and thoroughly inspected for any damage caused by the overflowing or freezing. If modifications are recommended to prevent recurrence of the problem, they should be done when the weather is warm, NOT next winter. This article is reprinted with permission from the South Dakota Association of Rural Water Systems.

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Check ground cover on connecting pipes: a common cause of tank freeze ups is lack of protection for the pipe leading to the tank. Sometimes soil conditions make it impossible to install the tank foundation deep enough to provide adequate frost cover. I have seen where improvements were made to remove dirt for beautification or road grades, not leaving sufficient cover for frost protection.

Newer technologies have installed various circulating pumps or mixer pumps to constantly keep the water moving to prevent freeze ups. The theory behind this was, if the warmer inlet water could be physically transported to the top of the tank, it would greatly reduce the rate at which ice would form. Of course this is at a great expense to any system, large or small.

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Fact: Seat belts save lives.

It isn’t a new topic. It isn’t a difficult concept. And it certainly isn’t a secret. Wearing a seat belt can save your life in a crash. Study after study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and others repeatedly show this to be true.

Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for Americans from 1 to 44 years of age. Despite the studies offering proof that seat belts save lives, approximately 10% of Americans don’t wear seat belts. Excuses range from the uninformed to the downright reckless, but there’s really no good excuse. In fact, many of the reasons given for not wearing a seat belt are based on myths:

MYTH: Car crashes are rare, so seat belts don’t matter most of the time. FACT: Car crashes are not rare. Studies tell us that most people will be in about six vehicle crashes during their lifetime. In 2019, numbers from the National Safety Council put the chance of you dying in a car crash at 1 in 114. According to the CDC, more than 2 million people are injured each year in car crashes and more than 32,000 are killed. Wearing a seat belt will significantly improve your chances of survival.

MYTH: I'm not going far and I won't be going fast. FACT: The NHTSA reports that most crash deaths occur within 25 miles of home and at speeds of less than 40 miles per hour. This is the comment that so many people living in rural areas use when asked why they do not buckle up. Even if you’ve driven a particular road hundreds of times, you must stay alert and practice safety. Buckle up, even if you’re driving a short distance to work, school, or a friend’s house.

MYTH: Seat belts aren’t necessary if you’re a good, careful driver. FACT: Yours is not the only car on the road. Just because you have confidence in your own driving doesn’t 32

mean another vehicle will not crash into you. You may encounter drivers that are drunk, distracted, or drowsy. In addition to other vehicles on the road, you may need to brake suddenly to avoid hitting an obstacle, a pedestrian, a bicyclist, or an animal. Braking hard could send you flying out of your seat if you’re unrestrained.

MYTH: Drivers in air bag-equipped vehicles don't need to wear seat belts. FACT: Air bags are “supplemental restraints” designed to work in conjunction with seat belts, not replace them. Seat belts keep your body in the car during a crash and hold you in the right position for airbag cushioning. If the airbag deploys when you’re in any other position, it may not protect you properly and may even cause serious injury or death.

MYTH: I don't want to be trapped in a fire or underwater. FACT: These scenarios are extremely rare in real life. The NHTSA reports that less than ½ of 1% of crashes involve fire or water. So, it doesn't happen often. However, when they do occur the best chance of survival rests in remaining conscious, uninjured, and in full possession of your faculties. The greatest danger is with the impact that happens before the fire or submersion in water. If you're not using a seat belt, it's very likely that you will be knocked unconscious or severely injured. If you're belted, it's very likely you will be able to unbuckle yourself and get out of a potential fire or submerged car situation.

MYTH: I'd rather be thrown clear in a crash. FACT: People ejected from cars typically sustain extensive injuries, which are often fatal. Think about it. You’re unlikely to fly gently out of an open window and roll into the grass near the road. Instead, your body will exit the car with great force, possibly through the windshield. You may land in the path of another car or even be crushed by your own in the case of a rollover. Severe lacerations, internal bleeding, and broken bones are common in ejections. So are skull fractures, spinal cord damage, and organ damage. If you survive, you may be left with a traumatic brain injury or permanent paralysis. Your best bet in a crash is to stay inside the vehicle, securely held by your seat belt.

MYTH: Not wearing a seatbelt is a personal choice that doesn’t affect anyone else. FACT: When someone is injured or dies in a traffic crash, we all pay. These costs, which include emergency services, hospital services and survivor payments, are paid for by all taxpayers and insurance policyholders. Increasing seat belt use is one of the most cost effective ways to reduce traffic fatalities. During a crash, if you are not wearing your seat belt, you become a projectile. Riders SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES

in the back seat who are not wearing seat belts sometimes fly forward, killing front seat passengers in a crash.

Seat Belt Use at Work - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) One definition of personal protective equipment is: Protective clothing, helmets, goggles or other garments or equipment designed to protect the wearer’s body from injury or illness. Hazards addressed by PPE include physical, electrical, heat, chemicals, biohazards, and airborne particulate matter.

In simple terms, a seat belt is equipment designed to help keep a driver in his or her place, in control, and in a better position to avoid injury. If an employee is driving as part of his or her work, a seat belt could and should be considered PPE. Seat belts prevent an employee from being knocked unconscious, improving his or her chances of escape. Seat belts: • provide impact protection. • absorb crash forces. • keep the driver from being thrown from the vehicle. • hold the driver in place while the vehicle collapses around the “safe” zone.

Seat Belt Use at Work - Operating Equipment One of the easiest things an equipment operator can do to stay safe is to fasten his or her seat belt. Wearing a seat belt protects against injury in the event of a serious accident. It can also help the operator maintain control during sudden extreme movement. Nevertheless, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) reports that serious injuries and fatalities resulting from lack of seat belt use continue. It is estimated that 3-4 miners’ lives could be saved each year by simply using seat belts consistently.

Seat belt design is evolving in terms of operator comfort and responsiveness. For example, some will tighten when equipment reaches a critical tilt point. There are also a growing number of tools available to ensure that seat belts

used by operators are visible to supervisors. These range from standard reminder chimes to cab-top lights that change color when the seat belt is buckled. What’s most important is that functioning seat belts are available and are used by all equipment operators at all times.

Seat Belt Use at Work - Best Practices Employers should consider implementing and enforcing a policy requiring employees to wear seat belts when driving or riding in a vehicle or operating equipment for work. Reinforce the importance of seat belt use through training and orientation programs. Remind employees: • Wear your seat belt to the job, at the job, and from the job. • Buckling up is the single most effective thing you can do to protect yourself in a collision, tip-over, or rollover. • In the event of a collision, tip-over, or rollover your seat belt will keep you in the protected space of the machine cab or vehicle. • Never jump from a moving vehicle or equipment. Remain in the seat with your seat belt secured. • Inspect the seat belt and mounting hardware before operating equipment. Report any damaged or worn parts so they can be replaced. • You are responsible for buckling up.

Wearing a seat belt is the law in 49 of the 50 United States. In South Dakota, every driver and front seat passenger of a passenger vehicle operated on a public highway must wear a properly adjusted and fastened safety seat belt system at all times when the vehicle is in forward motion. Wearing a seat belt is about you. Without a seat belt you could be ejected from the vehicle. Without a seat belt you could be thrown into the airbag and subjected to deadly force. Without a seat belt you might lose consciousness in a crash and be left unable to escape a deadly situation.

Wearing a seat belt is about those riding with you. Without a seat belt you could become a projectile in the vehicle and seriously injure or kill others. Without a seat belt you might be unable to control your vehicle in a crash. Wearing a seat belt is about those not riding with you. U.S. employers collectively spend more than $5 billion a year on traffic crashes involving employees who did not wear a seat belt while driving or riding as a passenger, whether they were on the job or off. Most importantly, when you head out in your vehicle, your loved ones expect you to return safely. Increase the odds of doing so dramatically by wearing your seat belt. Every trip. Every time. Continued on page 37

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Washington Report: By Rep Dusty Johnson

How is Your Family Doing?

When I am traveling across South Dakota I get dozens of questions a day, from the budget deficit to healthcare to national defense to agriculture policy. Over the last two years I’ve regularly used this space to address many of the issues most often asked about.

There is a common question asked by South Dakotans I haven’t written about in a while, though: “How is your family doing?”

Some South Dakotans assume we moved to Washington, DC, after the election two years ago. We didn’t, and never really considered it. My wife has a successful business in Mitchell, but we also wanted our boys to grow up in South Dakota. There is a work ethic, kindness, and unassuming demeanor in our state that I didn’t want my sons to miss out on.

That means I am in South Dakota every weekend, which keeps me better connected to the people I’m serving. I see South Dakotans when I’m at the post office, the grocery store, and attending school events. We have one son in high school, one in middle school, and one in elementary school, so we have most bases covered!

Like most South Dakota families, we’ve been impacted by COVID-19, but we are holding up well, all things considered. We’ve lost close family friends to the pandemic. We’ve had travel plans disrupted, had to consider the possibility of COVID impacts to my wife’s business, and had to be thoughtful about when we see family members. We also have a sense of gratitude, though, that we’ve been able to have the kids in school. Study after study is showing that students are learning more when they are in the classroom and we are blessed to have Mitchell teachers and administrators working so hard to keep the kids safe and in the classroom.

COVID has meant a lot more time together as a family. Our family likes hiking and biking, and we’ve done more of that in 2020 than ever. Twelve-year-old Ben particularly likes the outdoors. He shot his first pheasant earlier this 34

Johnson Family season, and he is regularly pushing me to take him to walk a field or to shoot trap. He has a 28-gauge and he’s become quite a shot. I’m still the only one in the family that will clean a bird, though.

Fifteen-year old Max is a hard worker and a talented musician. Marching band and show choir have demanded a lot of time from him, but he still makes time to work a good number of hours at the World’s Only Corn Palace as a tour guide and cashier. Both Max and Ben are good brothers to eight-year-old Owen. Owen is energetic and funny, and enjoys building things and exploring the neighborhood on foot, scooter, and bike. His ping pong skills are fast approaching mine, but that’s probably not much to brag about.

It isn’t easy to have a father and husband gone half the time, of course. Jacquelyn and our sons have to pick up a lot of my slack when I’m away. I’m grateful they are good people who love this country and who understand the value of what I’m trying to accomplish in Washington. They realize that it isn’t just our family that matters; it’s the thousands of families across South Dakota who want a fair, reasonable, and freedom-protecting federal government. Thank you for the opportunity for our family to serve.

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Acknowledgements: • 2019 South Dakota Motor Vehicle Traffic Crash Summary; Department of Public Safety, Office of Highway Safety/Accident Records • National Safety Council • South Dakota Safety Council • US Department of Transportation - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration • US Department of Labor – Mine Safety and Health Administration • National Center for Statistics and Analysis. (2020, April). Seat Belt Use in 2019 — Use Rates in the States and Territories (Traffic Safety Facts Crash Stats. Report No. DOT HS 812 947). National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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ASSISTANT FINANCE OFFICER: Vermillion, SD The City of Vermillion is accepting applications for a full time Assistant Finance Officer (Finance Officer Trainee). This position will begin their employment assisting the Finance Officer in overseeing the functions of the Finance Department at the City of Vermillion. Among other duties, this position assists the Finance Officer with overseeing the City’s financial operations, including special assessments, receipts, investments, banking, transfers, accounting, and auditing procedures, internal controls, contracts, licenses/permits, insurance, inventory and property management, elections, and Finance Office budget, as well as assisting the City Manager with annual budget preparation. The Assistant Finance Officer will learn from and train with the outgoing Finance Officer who is retiring after 31 years of exemplary service. Upon successful completion of the training program, and/or retirement of the incumbent Finance Officer, the Assistant Finance Officer will be eligible for appointment by the Vermillion City Council to the position of Finance Officer and a salary increase. Position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an applicable field such as accounting, business administration, or municipal finance; a minimum of (5) years of experience or equivalent in varied office work, risk management, and accounting functions; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority. Municipal government experience is highly desirable. The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $64,400. The City of Vermillion offers and excellent benefits package. For confidential consideration please submit an application online, along with resume, cover letter, and four references. For an application and complete job description visit vermillion.us/jobs.

ELECTRICAL EMPLOYEE: McLaughlin, SD - The City of McLaughlin is accepting applications for an Electrical Apprentice and Maintenance employee. Summary of duties includes: assists electrical lineman in constructing, maintaining, and repairing power lines. Applicant would have to work to complete Utilities Apprenticeship program. Applicant would also perform other duties as assigned in the water, sewer, streets and garbage and park departments. Benefits include vacation, 40

sick leave, personal leave and South Dakota State Retirement. For a detailed job description, contact the City of McLaughlin, PO Box 169, McLaughlin, SD 57642. Telephone: 605-823-4428, Fax: 605-823-4429 or email: mclughsd@heartlandpower.org.

ELECTRIC UTILITY SUPERVISOR: Madison, SD The City of Madison is accepting applications for a fulltime Electric Utility Supervisor. This position is responsible for supervising and participating in the operations, construction, maintenance and repair of electric utility infrastructure. Requires frequent lifting/moving of 75lbs+. Advanced Journeyman’s License required. Must obtain a SD commercial driver’s license upon hire. Wage starts at $42.56. Excellent benefit package.

FINANCE OFFICER: Arlington, SD - The City of Arlington is accepting applications for a full-time Finance Officer. Duties include but are not limited to: planning, organizing, and directing all financial activities; preparing, admonishering, and implementing the City budget; responsible for payroll, fixed assets, accounts payable, accounts receivable; responsible for various monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for the council and other state/federal agencies; attends all official meetings of the City Council and serves as the recording officer and oversees all city ordinances, resolutions and notices. The Finance Officer is in charge of all City elections. Must be self-motivated and have effective problem-solving skills. Applicant must have the ability to communicate effectively with the public and have the ability to handle confidential material. This position requires attention to detail, keeping detailed records and responding in a timely manner to meet state statute. Will serve as the cemetery sexton and keep accurate records of all burials and cemetery sales. The City of Arlington offers and excellent benefits package which includes paid vacation and sick leave and holidays, insurance, and South Dakota Retirement. Experience in bookkeeping or in a city office is preferred. Application forms are available at Arlington City Finance Office, 202 West Elm Street, PO Box 379, Arlington, SD 57212, Phone: 605-983-5251, or requests can be emailed to cityofarlington@arlingtonsd.com. To be considered for the position, submit cover letter, resume and application. Position is open until filled. EOE.

POLICE OFFICER: Gregory, SD - The City of Gregory has an opening for a Police Officer. South Dakota certified is preferred but will accept applications from non-certified. A competitive wage with a full benefit package is offered. Applications can be accessed from the City website at www.cityofgregory.com or by contacting the City Administrator at PO Box 436, 120 6th Street, Gregory, SD 57533. Phone: 605-835-8270 or email gregcity@gwtc.net. Position will be open until filled. EOE. SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES

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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)

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.

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

Sales tax ordinance deadlines – The effective date of any new or amended municipal sales tax ordinance must fall on either January first or July first. The municipality must notify the Department of Revenue of the ordinance at least 90 days prior to the effective date. (SDCL 10-52-9; 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.

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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.

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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)

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.

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