South Dakota Municipalities - June 2020

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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

Virtual Budget Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Trusting the Process for a Successful Outcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Communities Are Not Just Geographic Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Dist. 5 - Renae Phinney President, Ree Heights

SDPCA and SDSA Present 2020 Awards . . . . . . . . .18

Dist. 4 - Becky Brunsing City Administrator, Wagner

Christine Erickson Councilmember, Sioux Falls

Dist. 8 - Dave Geisler Mayor, Murdo

PAST PRESIDENT Pauline Sumption Finance Officer, Rapid City

2020 SDML Excellence Award Nomination Form . . . .7

Department of Transportation Receives Funds for Local Bridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Dist. 6 - Leland Treichel Mayor, Roscoe

Harry Weller Mayor, Kadoka

2020 SDML Annual Conference Agenda . . . . . . . . . . .6

Dist. 3 - Dawn Murphy Finance Officer, Tea

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

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Dist. 7 - Arnold Schott Mayor, McLaughlin

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

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

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

SDMEA Hometown Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Work-Life Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Grants Available for Mosquito Control Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Transportation Economic Development Grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Columns

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

President’s Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Risk-Sharing News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Washington Report: Senator Rounds . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

In Every Issue

City Highlight - Sturgis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Hometown Happenings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

SDML Events Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .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 Who’d have ever thought?

As of this writing, more than 80,000 American souls are no longer with us. Families have had to let people they love go without being able to gather, to hug, to mourn together. In SD, there are over 40 people we no longer have, and we pray for their families and loved ones. We have learned a new language, with all caps - COVID. PPE. CDC. EIP. PPP. CARES. And new terms Community Spread. Pandemic. Outbreak. Epidemic. Endemic. Droplet Transmission. Asymptomatic. Superspreader.

citizens. You have truly stepped into the breach, and without you, this would have been so much worse. We are going to be OK. We have drawn together, even though there is a great difference in how various parts of our state are experiencing this. We maintain our spirit, and our strength, and our care for our neighbors. Thank you all so much for everything you are doing. But who’d have ever thought? Until next month, please be well - and remember we are always available at yvonne@sdmunicipalleague.org Yvonne Taylor Executive Director

Following guidelines, many of us (the lucky ones) are still working from home, waiting for the required time for new cases to stop coming - but all of us are thinking of our friends and neighbors who work for, or own, the countless small businesses trying to adapt, provide, serve and supply. And the thousands of people who had their job drop out from under them. I have watched with so much admiration as our cities and towns have provided leadership and support for our

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President's Report

Wow it’s June, 2020, this challenging year has met its half way point. I have seen many posts on social media regarding starting the year over or trading it in for another year. I think we can all agree that many of our communities have been faced with several challenges over the past 2 years, but we all still keep moving forward with whatever those next steps might be.

Today, while I am writing this article, I am thinking about what makes a good governmental board, what makes that board effective and enables them to thrive and help your community grow. I really think good boards are made of individuals with diverse backgrounds and views. These diverse backgrounds and views stimulate conversation about community projects, community issues, community needs etc. Those conversations bring forth a variety of views regarding the subject at hand. After conversation the board can come to a consensus of what is best for the whole community. The governing boards move forward with a decision and strong governing boards will show full support of what the majority decision is regardless of what the individual votes indicated. Strong boards support the interest of the community not the personal agendas of any

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specific individual. Strong boards understand the importance of public officials setting the example regarding the laws and ordinances within their specific communities. The leading by example always speaks loudly with constituents. Lastly, I think strong boards are always up front and transparent with the community and make certain that the business at hand is truly conducted at the public meeting. Well, I guess those are a few of my thoughts regarding boards based on my experience and my view looking in as a City Finance Officer. I hope you all enjoy the month of June and that we all find a little something to be thankful for. Debbra Houseman President

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Tentative Schedule

SDML staff continues to monitor the COVID-19 situation and will make adjustments as needed.

Tuesday All Day 2 p.m. tee off Afternoon 7 p.m.

SDPAA Board Meeting SDML Golf Tournament Set-up Exhibit Booths SDML Board of Directors Meeting

Wednesday Afternoon 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 4 p.m.to 5 p.m. 4 to 4:15 p.m. 4 to 4:15 p.m.

Elected Officials Workshop SD Building Officials SD Governmental Finance Officers Association SD Municipal Attorneys Association SD Police Chiefs Association SDML Policy Committee Meetings SDML Auditing Committee SDML Nominating Committee

Thursday Morning 7 a.m. 7:45 to 9 a.m. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 8 a.m. to Noon 8 to 9 a.m. 9 to 11:45 a.m. 9 to 11:45 a.m. 9 to 11:45 a.m. 9 to 11:45 a.m. 9 to 11:45 a.m. Noon

SDML 17th Annual Walk/Run Breakfast and SDML Past Presidents’ Breakfast Registration Exhibits Open Resolutions Committee Elected Officials Workshop SD Airport Management Association SD Governmental Human Resource Association SD Municipal Streets Maintenance Association SD Association of Code Enforcement Excellence in SD Municipal Government Award Luncheon

Wednesday Morning 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Exhibits Open 9 to 9:30 a.m. Orientation for New Attendees 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.SD City Management Association 9 a.m. to Noon SD Municipal Electric Association 10 a.m. to Noon SDML Pooling Meetings/Fun Info Session Noon Safety Awards Luncheon

Accommodations

Hotel Ramkota - Host Hotel Hampton Inn AmericInn Lodge Suites Quality Inn Holiday Inn Express Towne Place Suites MyPlace Hotels Super 8 Hotel

Phone 605-229-4040 605-262-2600 605-225-4565 605-226-0097 605-725-4000 605-725-3500 605-262-4600 605-229-5005

Wednesday Evening 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Exhibit Area Social 6 p.m. Dinner on your own

Thursday Afternoon 1:30 to 5 p.m. 1:30 to 5 p.m. 1:30 to 5 p.m.

General Sessions SD Chapter, American Public Works Association (NOT an affiliate) South Dakota Fire Chiefs’ Association (NOT an affiliate)

Thursday Evening 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. President’s Reception 6:30 p.m. Dinner and Entertainment Friday Morning 8 to 10 a.m. 8 to 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m.

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Registration Breakfast General Sessions SDML Annual Business Meeting and Election

SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES

2020 SDML EXCELLENCE IN MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT AWARD Official Nomination Form

EXCELLENCE

in South Dakota Municipal Government 2020

This year, the Excellence in South Dakota Municipal Government award will be presented to an elected municipal official in South Dakota. The award recipient will be selected from nominations received by the South Dakota Municipal League Past Presidents’ Committee. All nominations must be submitted in writing by August 15, 2020. The award will be presented at the SDML Annual Conference in Spearfish on October 8, 2020. ELECTED OFFICIAL

Name of Nominee: ____________________________ Title: _______________________________ Address of Nominee: ______________________________________________________________

Significant contributions to the municipality: ____________________________________________

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Significant contributions to the community: _____________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ Significant contributions to other organizations: _________________________________________

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Significant contributions to South Dakota Municipal Government: ___________________________

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Other Comments: _________________________________________________________________

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Submitted by: _________________________________ Phone: ____________________________ DEADLINE: August 15, 2020 Please submit to: South Dakota Municipal League Nominations are confidential. 208 Island Drive, Ft. Pierre, SD 57532 Additional supporting documents welcome. FAX to 605-224-8655

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Trusting the Process for a Successful Outcome Dave Pfeifle, SDPAA Executive Director

Thank you for your continued diligence in keeping your communities healthy and safe during this crisis. This pandemic has reaffirmed Virgil’s saying that the greatest wealth is health.

An old sports adage says that each player should trust the process so that the team will achieve a successful outcome. For this virus, each of us needs to engage in the process of following the best practices to achieve the successful outcome of protecting public health.

For any given situation, the process must be communicated effectively and understood by each player. All successful coaches are known for being good communicators. The SDPAA assists you in being a successful coach by providing abundant training resources to educate your fellow employees on the proper process for any given situation. Each year, thousands of public employees in South Dakota receive countless hours of safety training thanks to our loss control vendor, Safety Benefits, Inc. (SBI). All of this training is included as part of your membership in the SDPAA. For anyone who still

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has private insurance, does your insurer provide this benefit as part of your insurance?

In this latest crisis, the SDPAA had ample information to share and we tried to communicate it appropriately so that its sheer volume did not unintentionally diminish its importance. If you have any suggestions on the communications you have received by the SDPAA, please let us know.

The guidance on any specific virus issue changes on a daily basis, so it is a challenge to publish something that would still be timely a few weeks later. To instantly deliver vital information to our Members, the SDPAA has been sending regular email “blasts” to Members to provide the latest guidance on a variety of issues related to the virus. If you are the SDPAA representative for your organization, please ensure that those emails are forwarded to all the interested people within your organization.

The enhanced sanitation protocols required by COVID-19 have created new challenges for local governments, including the possible reopening of public swimming pools and other public outdoor recreational areas. The CDC had reported that no evidence suggested that the virus can be spread to people through the water in swimming pools. Last month SDPAA Members received

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a timely Fact Sheet on these issues from SBI. Another Fact Sheet will be issued following an anticipated CDC update. If you are not a SDPAA Member, then you are reading this article perhaps too late for your entity to effectively plan for this summer’s swimming pool season.

The SBI Fact Sheet discussed how operating swimming pools creates new challenges with social distancing, especially for enforcement by lifeguards and other pool staff. The facility’s capacity will need to be recalculated to accommodate social distancing. Any locker rooms or showers will need to be disinfected properly. Concession stands will be difficult to operate, if not impracticable in this virus climate. Proper operation and maintenance of swimming pools should inactivate the virus in water, according to the CDC. As of the issuance of that SBI Fact Sheet, the CDC recommended against public use of hot tubs, spas, water parks, and playgrounds. SBI also discussed how public restrooms should be closely managed. Many other helpful hints were discussed related to messaging and signage. The SDPAA and its vendor SBI can help you stay current to best protect public health in your community.

The SBI Fact Sheet also relayed that the CDC recommended against organized activities and sports in particular. While the virus may have caused the cancellation of many activities, it also provided an opportunity to look at those activities through the lens of risk management/loss control. Public facilities are used by many participants. Are you having each participant and/or their parent/guardian sign an appropriate liability waiver for such activity each season? Have you updated all the routine maintenance at each of those facilities? This year of many cancelled activities afforded additional time to complete those longer-lasting projects that would otherwise disrupt those activities. For any special events usually held during the warmer months, do you need additional coverage? If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact the SDPAA at 800-658-3633 option 2 or by email at sdpaa@sdmunicipalleague.org.

It is sometimes difficult to see the forest for the trees while engaging in the process of risk management/loss control activities. Please remember that we all know someone who was saved from severe injury by following a safety protocol. A safety process may take more time and investment, but it helps achieve the successful team outcome of saving people from harm.

Virgil also said: “Come what may, all bad fortune is to be conquered by endurance.” By having the endurance to sustain our trust in “the process” we should be able to conquer any bad fortune, including the unique COVID-19 issues for public swimming pools and other outdoor recreational activities. Thank you again for being such great public stewards in your communities.

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Stay safe and healthy!

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Communities Are Not Just Geographic Locations

But a community isn’t always a geographic location, such as a town or a neighborhood. It’s not just where you are but who you are, too. Your “community” may be people who are like you or are doing things in life like you, no matter where they live physically.

Written by America Counts Staff

This story is part of an occasional series on the important community benefits that come from responding to the 2020 Census.

Whether you live in a metropolis or a tiny crossroads, in the suburbs or on a boat sailing from port to port, responding to the 2020 Census is critical for your community.

For example, you can be part of the nationwide community of college students, not just college students at, say, the University of Louisville in Kentucky. Or you can be part of the community of parents who have children in elementary schools nationwide, not just at your child’s school.

Census responses are used to produce statistics about how many people live in what areas and who they are by age, sex, race and ethnicity. When those statistics are combined with other data, policymakers are better armed to make decisions about how to allocate billions of dollars in federal funds for critical public services such as hospitals, schools, road repairs and emergency response services for the next 10 years.

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Your “community” may be people who are like you or are doing things in life like you, no matter where they live physically. Scores of programs target specific communities of people like college students and young school children.

Here’s how the 2020 Census will help shape the future of specific communities of similar people no matter where they live across the country.

School Children and Their Parents Knowing how many children live in a community will provide the foundation for important policy and planning decisions over the next 10 years.

For example, should a community build a new library? A new school? Should it expand Head Start for pre-K children?

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free or reduced-price lunches for low-income students. Title 1 grants for local schools, a U.S. Department of Education program that helps schools with a high percentage of students from low-income households. Grants for state special education programs. The Head Start Program for low-income preschool children. Teacher training, such as the Department of Education’s Improving Teacher Quality State Grant available to schools across the country.

College Students and Their Parents Several major programs informed by Census Bureau statistics help college students, including: • Pell Grants. • Aid for land grant and historically black colleges and universities. • Federal grants for vocational training, funding provided to states in 2015 to improve vocational training in high schools, community colleges and technical centers.

That’s why it is so important to count everyone living in your home, including babies born on or before April 1, 2020 (even if they’re still in the hospital but will live you when they get out). Be sure to count children of relatives, friends or other people who live and sleep in your home most of the time. Census results can affect funding for many programs aimed at school-age children.

Among them: • The National School Lunch Program, a U.S. Department of Agriculture program that funds

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Low-Income Individuals and Families The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as food stamps, is the second-largest federal program tied to census statistics. Other low-income programs contingent on census statistics include: • Medical assistance under Title XIX, which is the largest federal program that uses census stats to inform funding. • Child care, job preparation and other temporary assistance programs. • Housing assistance. People Age 65 and Older The number of people age 65 and older in the United States grew rapidly over most of the 20th century, from 3.1 million in 1900 to 35 million in 2000. In 2018, there were 52 million people age 65 and older, according to the Census Bureau’s population estimates. Their share of the population grew, too, from 12.4% in 2000 to 16.0% in 2018. Programs that use Census Bureau statistics to help older people include home weatherization and grants for housing for low-income people over age 65.

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Department of Transportation Receives Federal Funds for Local Bridges

The South Dakota Department of Transportation has received an apportionment of Federal Highway Infrastructure Program funds to be used for bridge replacements throughout the state. Based on recommendations from the department, new opportunities for a Local Federal Bridge Replacement Program and Local Bridge Removal Program were approved at the March 26, 2020, Transportation Commission meeting. The department received a total of $33.823 million, with the local share being $25.875 million with approximately an 18% match requirement. All counties, cities and towns with poor condition bridges in South Dakota are eligible for these programs. Applications are due by June 12, 2020, for the Local Bridge Replacement Program and July 1, 2020 for the Local Bridge Removal Program. For more information regarding the funding allocation or application process, contact Tammy Williams at 605.773-8149 or visit the website at: https://dot.sd.gov/doing-business/local-governments/federal-bridge-program.

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By Chris Hill, SDMEA Director of Municipal Electric Services

Lewellen has since retired and is probably playing golf as I am writing this.

The 35 South Dakota municipal electric cities scatter all the way from Faith to Elk Point and Winner to Big Stone City. South Dakota Municipal Electric utilities are locally controlled and community owned, transparent with open meetings where citizens can be heard, not for profit, operated and paid for by the citizens they serve, invested in the community, and vital for economic development.

Faith Community Center and City Hall

Be inspired! Today as I am writing this article, I am excited! I am excited to visit the 35-member municipal electric cities and see the construction season in full swing. I’m excited to visit with everyone and find out what projects they have been working on to better serve the citizens of their city. I’m also excited to see the beautiful cities and find something new about them that I appreciate. Today I am going to find pictures of some of the cities that I have visited and think of the changes that took place since that visit. In many cases, it could be personnel changes as my good friend and board member Bill

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Today is a great day to be part of a municipal electric utility. Since my first day at the South Dakota Municipal Electric Association I have met great people. I’m sure you have all noticed, but the connections we make and the people we meet can usually tie back to some mutual person that we have met, or place that we have been. This year I was unable to attend the SDMEA Superintendent and Foreman Conference and I missed out on the conversations that bring us all together and help us to learn from one another. The conference is a great opportunity to meet people and have resources if there are questions that arise. From small towns like Langford to the larger communities like Watertown, it is easy to have conversations with anyone at the conference and together we can work on making our own communities better. I think of all of the great people that I have met and I SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES

kids. These children I am teaching today are much more difficult than the ones I was teaching before! They have me ready to do some traveling and visit with real life adults. I appreciate everyone working to better our municipal electric utilities and I look forward to visiting you and seeing more of what makes your HOMETOWN great!

Questions? Comments? Email me Chris@sdmunicipalleague.org or call 605-770-6299.

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cannot wait to visit with them again soon. I cannot wait to visit with some people I met and haven’t seen for a while like Lornie Hach from McLaughlin, or Bob Brattmiller from Tyndall.

I could name everyone that I am excited to see, just know that I will be on the road and visiting with you as soon as it is safe to do so.

Although I was a teacher and assistant principal before I took this position, I do not like home-schooling my own

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SD Police Chiefs’ Association and SD Sheriffs’ Association Present 2019 Awards

The SD Police Chiefs’ SD Sheriffs’ and Associations usually present several Awards at their Joint Spring Training held in Deadwood each April. Unfortunately, the conference was cancelled this year. However, each award recipient was recognized in their home community by their peers and those who nominated them. All award recipients are so deserving of this recognition for their selfless dedication to their communities!

Tony Bour, SD Salutes (left), receives the Citizen’s Award of Merit from Yankton County Sheriff, Paul Vlahakis Photo Courtesy of Yankton Press and Dakotan

The Citizen’s Award of Merit is given jointly by the South Dakota Police Chiefs’ and South Dakota Sheriffs’ Associations. The award is 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

The recipient of this year’s Citizen’s Award of Merit is South Dakota Salutes. The following summary is from the nomination form submitted by Captain Joe Bosman, Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office. South Dakota Salutes is a local non-profit organization whose mission is to

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honor and support first responders by raising funds from area businesses and hosting an annual appreciation shooting event at Hunter's Pointe. Their organization has shown a true passion for understanding the stress, commitment, and sacrifice that South Dakota law enforcement face on a daily basis and strive to give back to those "everyday heroes". SD Salutes also supports families of first responders who have died while serving their community by providing immediate financial relief with a check for $10,000. Tony Bour has done an amazing job of running this organization, and gathering support from numerous businesses, as well as our State's top political leaders (Noem, Thune, Rounds, Johnson). Also included in the nomination were multiple news stories and photos which detailed the continued pattern of support that SD Salutes has provided by their significant contributions to our State's law enforcement, and why they are deserving of the 2020 Citizen's Award of Merit. Officer of the Year Award

The Officer of the Year Award is given jointly by the South Dakota Police Chiefs’ and South Dakota Sheriffs’ Associations. All sworn officers are eligible to receive the award 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.

The recipient of this year’s Officer of the Year Award is Sergeant Samantha Bruening, Yankton Police Department. The following is from the nomination form submitted by Chief John Harris, Yankton Police Department. This officer went above and beyond the norm by volunteering to pilot an innovative program, aimed to help youth in our Yankton Schools. This program, "You Can Too" was developed to "replace fear with facts" about the police and to teach young people that they can succeed and make a positive difference. This program was introduced first at the Boys & Girls Club and then in 3 of our elementary

Chief John Harris presents the Officer of the Year award to Sergeant Samantha Brueing MAY 2017 JUNE 2020

schools for second and fourth graders. All reports from the schools, as well as the students, rated the program as highly successful and truly making a difference in young people's lives. As an example, one 2nd grade girl said, "this was the best time of my life" and a 4th grader girl commented "I wish this never ended". Other comments made were "can't you come back next week" and "this is a sad day, I wish it didn't end". As a result of our success we will be implementing this "You Can Too" program in all our public and private elementary schools at the second and fourth grade level. This success is all a result of the highly dedicated officer who was willing to step outside their comfort zone to make a difference. Medal of Honor

The Medal of Honor is given jointly by the South Dakota Police Chiefs’ and South Dakota Sheriffs’ Associations and is 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.

The recipient of this year’s Medal of Honor is Assistant Chief Thomas Chester, Martin Police Department (Now working with the Brookings County Sheriff’s Office). The following summary of events is from the nomination form submitted by Officer Nate Eisenmenger, Martin Police Department. On August 30, 2019 I investigated an officer involved use of force/ assault against law enforcement case for the City of Martin Police Department. During the investigation I reviewed and collected video and audio footage collected from law enforcement body cameras as well as nearby business surveillance footage. An interview was conducted with the subject involved and the officer involved.

On August 30, 2019 just before 4:00 AM on call, off duty Assistant Chief (AC) Thomas Chester was dispatched for an armed male walking towards the City of Martin, SD. AC Chester responded immediately, was able to make contact with the male subject, and observed the male armed with a large knife. AC Chester stayed in contact with our dispatch center and gave details on the situation. Assistant Chief T. Chester made multiple contacts with the male while in his patrol vehicle and out of his patrol vehicle. The armed and suicidal male failed to obey all of AC Chester's commands.

Assistant Chief T. Chester used exceptional verbal deescalation skills as well as use of force tactics to effectively stop and detain the male. Assistant Chief T. Chester was very aware of the subject's deadly force threat as well as his own ability to use deadly force. Assistant Chief T. Chester showed extreme professionalism and bravery to take into custody a mentally unstable, intoxicated subject armed with a knife.

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his own deadly force to protect himself and others. Sheriffs’ Service Award

The Sheriffs’ Service Award is given for contributions by a member of the SDSA which exceed the high standard and contributions normally made by members. This year’s Sheriffs’ Service Award was presented to Deuel County Sheriff Cory Borg. The following is from the nomination form submitted by citizens Kayla Sherman, Deubrook Area Special Education Teacher and Joni Kjelden.

Officer Nathan Eisenmenger, Martin PD (left) presents the Medal of Honor to Deputy Thomas Chester During the investigation I learned the subject was headed to a location in Martin to fight another citizen, while being in possession of the knife. I truly believe Assistant Chief Thomas Chester's actions prevented two deaths that morning. This includes the death of the citizen the subject was going to fight as well as the subject's own death as Assistant Chief T. Chester was more than justified in using

Kayla Sherman wrote the following. I am writing to nominate Sheriff Cory Borg from the Deuel County Sheriff's Office for the Sheriff's Service Award. Sheriff Borg has been working very closely with the Deubrook Area Elementary School since he has become Deuel County Sheriff. As a staff and school, we believe he has gone above and beyond to receive this award and are very pleased to nominate him. When walking into our school building, Sheriff Borg is immediately popping into classrooms and interacting with the students at all ages. In Kindergarten, he enjoys reading

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out loud to the students and the students are beyond excited to listen. You may also find him engaging with these students during their center work or during free choice! He is always a hot topic when he leaves the classroom. Not only does he work with our Kindergarten students, but he also can be found in our 6th grade classroom implementing the Empower Program!

The most important topic that Sheriff Borg covers with our elementary students is how police officers are safe people and how they keep us safe. He also points out and explains to the students what he is wearing in our building and why he wears them. Keeping our students safe is a priority for Sheriff Borg. This year, he requested our town to update the speed zone signs outside of our school building as it was faded and hard to see. We have also noticed how our school gets patrolled more in the morning when we are busy with drop offs! The staff is very happy with his dedication to keeping our students safe! Again, we believe Sheriff Borg should be considered for this award. Before him, we barely saw a police officer in our school building. He has made a great impact on our students are we are very happy to have him serve our community.

Joni Kjelden wrote the following. I'm nominating Cory Borg for the SOSA Sheriff's Service Award because of his involvement and commitment to Deuel County.

Cory was hired in 2014 as a Deputy for the Deuel County Sheriff’s Office. He took on the role as Emergency Manager & was promoted to Sergeant. In 2018 Cory ran a great campaign and was elected by the residents of the County. January 2019 he was sworn in as our Deuel County Sheriff.

Cory gets along with people of all ages. From holding babies at public events to drinking coffee and visiting the "old" guys at the local gas stations. Cory is well known in the Deuel & Deubrook schools. He has made great rapport with the students and staff by attending sporting events, science fairs or greeting them in the mornings & throughout the hallways during the day. Cory has been a

positive role model in the schools, teaching the kids that Law Enforcement is here to protect them and should be trusted. Cory is a volunteer on the Gary Fire Department and also serves on committees in the communities. SART (Sexual Assault Response Team) & Deuel County Community Foundation to name a few. These examples are minimal compared to the hard work Cory does! As his neighbor I see the long hours he is puts in a day. Chief John Wainman Sr. Service Award

The Chief John Wainman St. Service Award is given for contributions by a member of the SDPCA which exceed the high standards and contributions normally made by members. This year’s Chief John Wainman Sr. Service Award was presented to Chief Matt Burns, Sioux Falls Police Department. The following is from the nomination form submitted by Mayor Paul TenHaken, City of Sioux Falls.

Since taking office in 2018, I have made public safety a priority in my administration. As the biggest city in the state, our crime and safety challenges are many. The tremendous progress we have made in building a safer Sioux Falls would not be possible without the steady hand of Sioux Falls Police Chief Matt Burns. Chief Burns has developed and led his team while simultaneously becoming one my most critical allies and confidants in ensuring our crime reduction efforts, specifically in the fight against narcotics, are successful.

In the past two years, I have seen firsthand the impact that Chief Burns has had in leading our team members and City. Initiatives, including those listed below, set him apart in his field: •

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Creation of a Mental Health Community Resource Officer. This officer will foster relationships with persons in our community who are struggling with addiction and mental health issues. We feel this officer will positively impact the outcomes of mental health and overdose calls within the city of Sioux Falls and will be a primary liaison to our future Triage Center. Formation of the Community Ambassador Program. This program is comprised of a team of volunteer community leaders and clergy who serve as a liaison between the Police Department, Sioux Falls schools, and the community. These community ambassadors have the ability to respond to incidents as a resource to officers in defusing potentially volatile situations. Additionally, community ambassadors attend police and community events which provides a visible solidarity and partnership between the 21

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Police Department and our community members. Established a Narcotics Crimes Unit (NCU). These NCU members work as a team supplementing the enforcement efforts of the Sioux Falls Area Drug Task Force as well as assisting in the needed follow-up of narcotics cases, Crime Stoppers tips, and street level interdiction. These efforts by the NCU have freed up Task Force detectives to prioritize their efforts to work larger conspiracy cases within the city. Ultimately, the NCU team has provided the ability to take a proactive approach in narcotics enforcement and positively impact narcotics complaints that directly affect the quality of life of our residents. In 2019, the Sioux Falls Area Drug Task Force seized 133 pounds of methamphetamine, which set a new record. The amount seized in 2019 more than doubled the previous record set in 2018. Identified the need to reallocate personnel resources and added a second Sergeant position to the Narcotics section. This need was created due to the expansion of the Narcotics section, which included the new NCU detectives and another grant-funded detective. The addition of a Sergeant will greatly assist in combating the city's increasing drug cases and will also decrease the daily risks for the Narcotics section due to the multifaceted and dangerous nature of their work. Creating the vision with other stakeholders in the city of Sioux Falls and championing the eventual construction of a new Public Safety Training Center. This project is an extremely important endeavor that will provide a premier training environment for the City's public safety teams

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well into the future. Partnered with Dakota State University (DSU) and the Department of Public Safety (DPS) in the creation of a computer forensic technician position that specializes in identifying cybercrime threats to the city and state. This partnership has also provided a vital support and expertise for the Police Department's criminal investigations that involve the complex nature of the Dark Web. Continued support of the Police Department's annual Citizen Police Academy. This ten-week program brings community members into an interactive classroom setting where they are given instruction by officers who provide a firsthand look at our department and the rules, regulations, and policies officers must follow. Community members are able to participate in some of the same training that officers go through and take part in a ride-along with a police officer. This has been a highly successful partnership with our citizens which has built strong relationships and an even greater understanding of a police officer's work. Recognized the need for a remote Report-toWork location to address the city's prominent growth and relieve personnel workspace and parking congestion at the Law Enforcement Center. A building has been identified in the SW portion of the city for lease which will reduce commute times for evidentiary and administrative reasons as well as offer better response times to this area of Sioux Falls. This project is well on its way to become a reality in 2020.

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Work-life Balance

By Lauren Mueller, Frederick human resources director

Work–life balance. It is a term we have all heard and are probably familiar with. As employers, we know that it is important for our employees to have a healthy work–life balance for a number of reasons. The chief among them is that employees who are happy at home tend to be more positive and more productive at work. A healthy work-life balance also reduces stress and employee burnout, both of which negatively impact the physical and emotional health of our employees. Poor physical and emotional health tend to decrease productivity, lower morale, increase turnover, and increase costs related to health care spending from employees who are seeking medical treatment for issues like hypertension, digestive issues, and heart problems resulting from stress at work. By creating an environment that prioritizes work-life balance, we as employers can save money and maintain a healthier, more productive workforce.

But what exactly does work–life balance look like? This is a bit of a complicated question, because work–life balance means something different to everyone, and there is no perfect, one-size-fits-all solution. However, one common 24

denominator that exists among employees who feel they have a good work–life balance is this: workplace flexibility. Offering employees flexible work schedules, the option to work from home on occasion, and/or additional paid time off options, including paid time off to volunteer, are all ways to help your employees achieve a good work–life balance.

Municipalities around the state are getting more and more creative in providing opportunities for their employees to create a healthy work-life balance. Many offer free or discounted memberships to local gyms or recreation centers for employees and their families. Some have started wellness programs or fitness challenges to provide incentive for employees to improve their physical and emotional health, and some offer prizes such as a gift card or an extra vacation day. Some allow pets in the workplace.

Many have instituted flexible work schedules, allowing employees to work longer during the day in order to have an extra day off during the week. Some offer telecommuting options. Several municipalities give employees paid time off to volunteer in the community. SOUTH DAKOTA MUNICIPALITIES

Summer picnics and holiday parties where employees are encouraged to bring their families also promote a good workâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;life balance. Again, the key word is flexibility. And a little goes a long way.

In addition to promoting flexibility, employers should strive to improve the overall workplace experience for their employees. Prioritizing a healthy culture and actively cultivating a happy, positive work environment also promotes work- life balance. How can we as employers make the work environment more comfortable for our employees? It goes beyond getting them a stand-up desk or allowing them to bring their dog to work, although those might be worth considering to make the physical environment more comfortable. But more important than the physical environment is the emotional environment â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the atmosphere, the culture, the feel of the place. It is hard to pinpoint, but it is immediately felt. And when it is bad, it is downright toxic.

Cultures that promote candid, honest communication among employees, that discourage gossip and back-biting, that encourage teamwork and collaboration between departments, are positive, healthy cultures that allow employees to thrive.

Two key words come to mind when I think about positive workplace culture: appreciation and gratitude. If we are not showing genuine appreciation and gratitude to our team for the work they do every day, we are failing them. Studies have shown that employees who are shown gratitude and appreciation at work actually receive a "brain boost" from the extra dopamine that is released by the hypothalamus in the brain. These brain boosts can have significant positive effects on an employee's physical and

emotional health, which we already know is extremely important if we want to have a healthy and productive workplace. Gratitude in the workplace has been linked to less stress, fewer health complaints, fewer sick days taken, and higher job satisfaction. Gratitude creates good feelings, cheerful memories, better self-esteem, more optimism, and a sense of unity. All of these emotions create a pay it forward and "we are in this together" mentality in the workplace. When you implement genuine gratitude into your organizational culture by taking the time to let your employees know that you appreciate them, they are more likely to show their appreciation for others, and soon the impact is felt organization-wide.

Keep in mind though, the expression of appreciation must be both honest and specific. Vague or insincere compliments do not mean much, and they may end up doing more harm than good when trying to build a culture of gratitude and kindness. Let's face it, it is not unusual to have weeks where more time is spent at the office than at home. When employees are happy in their roles and comfortable in their work environment, the time spent at work seems less like a drain or a burden on their lives. Actively working to make your work environment a positive, happy, and friendly place

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where employees actually enjoy spending most of their time is key in creating a sense of work-life balance. Because they spend so much time at work, it helps to make it feel a little more like home.

Another key element in helping employees maintain a healthy balance between their work and home lives is allowing them to truly disconnect from the office when they are not working. Employers need to remember to respect their employees' time away from the office. If we want to avoid burnout and reduce stress levels, we need to remember that time away from work is just that – time away from work.

Employees should not be expected to check emails while they are on vacation or to return voicemails when they are home sick for the day. Just because you can count on someone to answer your phone call at 9 p.m. on a Sunday does not mean you should. Allowing employees to fully disconnect from their work environment, even for just a short time, provides them with time to unwind and recharge, so that they are positive and fully engaged when they return. Encourage employees to use their paid time off – that is what it is there for. Also, managers need to model the

work-life balance they would like to encourage their employees to exhibit. When a manager answers emails while on vacation or works until 8 p.m. every night, it sends a powerful message to employees about what is expected of them, despite what that manager may say about the importance of work-life balance. Actions speak louder than words, so make sure your actions are sending the right message and not contradicting it.

Promoting a healthy work-life balance for employees is vital for the health of our employees as well as the health of our organizations. Our employees are our most valuable asset. But they can quickly become our biggest liability if we do not help them find a healthy balance between their work lives and their home lives. The financial toll that excess sick days, uncontrolled health care costs, low productivity, and poor morale can take on an organization can be very serious. The employer/employee relationship is symbiotic — one cannot exist without the other. The employee's success is the organization's success. The employee's health directly affects the organization's health, and vice versa. Encouraging a healthy work–life balance is a win-win for all involved. Reprinted with permission from the Colorado Municipal League.

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Grants Available for Mosquito Control Program

Cities, counties and tribes can again apply for state grant funding to help control mosquitoes and prevent West Nile virus (WNV).

“Since West Nile first appeared in South Dakota, local mosquito control programs and the state have worked together to reduce the risk of West Nile,” said Bill Chalcraft, public health preparedness and response administrator for the Department of Health. “We’re very pleased to continue that partnership with this latest round of grants.”

Chalcraft said the department has a total of $500,000 in funding available for local mosquito control programs. Grant awards will be based on the population of the applying jurisdiction and its number of human cases through 2018. Individual grants could range from $500 to $20,000.

Applications are available on the department’s WNV website, westnile.sd.gov and the submission deadline is June 1. Grant awards will be issued after July 1.

Since WNV emerged in South Dakota, the department has provided local control programs over $7 million in support, including both direct funding and mosquito control chemicals.

The state’s first human case was reported in 2001. Since then, South Dakota has reported 2,601 human cases and 46 deaths.

Preventing and controlling infectious disease is one objective of the Department of Health’s 2015-2020 strategic plan, http://doh.sd.gov/strategicplan.

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Transportation Economic Development Grants

The South Dakota Department of Transportation has developed a grant program to foster economic development and enhance community access in South Dakota. The program has three categorical purposes.

The Industrial Park grants will be made to any local unit of government for the development of new or expanded access for new industry located within industrial parks. Applications are due April 15, July 15, or October 15.

The Agri-Business grants will be made to any local unit of government for the development of new or expanded agribusiness industries. Applications are due April 15, July 15, or October 15.

Community Access Grants are state funds for towns less than 5,000 in population and are for the construction or reconstruction of major streets in each town such as Main Street, the road to the elevator, schools, hospitals, etc. Applications are due July 15.

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These programs provide for 80% of the construction costs of the project, not includling engineering or utility work. Grant size is limited to $600,000 for Community Access and Agri-Business Grants and $500,000 for Industrial Park Grants.

Applications are available from: South Dakota Department of Transportation, Office of Local Government Assistance, 700 Broadway Avenue East, Pierre, SD 57501, or can be downloaded from the DOT website at: http://sddot.com/business/local/economic/Default.aspx.

If you need assistance in filling out your application, contact your local planning district or Paula Huizenga with the Office of Local Government Assistance at 605.773.6253.

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The occupational disease statutes are found in Title 62, specifically SDCL 62-8. The definition of occupational disease is found at SDCL § 62-8-1(6) which provides: “Occupational disease,” a disease peculiar to the occupation in which the employee was engaged and due to causes in excess of the ordinary hazards of employment and includes any disease due or attributable to exposure to or contact with any radioactive material by an employee in the course of employment.

In the time of Covid-19, there seems to be more questions than answers. The issues may be overwhelming and encompass finances, personnel, and logistics, and that doesn’t include challenges at home. We at Claims Associates would like to help by clarifying the issues in the workers’ compensation arena. We hear your questions. At Claims Associates, we are making decisions based on the best legal sources available. We have spoken with different legal minds, sought information for state-to-state comparisons, and reviewed industry publications. Below is a timely article from Boyce Law that sheds some light on the how the courts in South Dakota have applied the law in similar situations.

Is COVID-19 a Compensable Work Injury Under South Dakota Law?

By Laura Hensley

As the world is being overwhelmed with questions surrounding the pandemic of COVID-19, the potential implications across several areas of law have resulted in many calls to our office with one common question: If someone believes they contracted COVID-19 at work, is that a compensable workers’ compensation claim?

Under South Dakota law, an “injury” is defined, in part, as “only injury arising out and in the course of the employment, and does not include a disease in any form except as it results from the injury.” SDCL § 62-1-1(7). Thus, the COVID-19 is not an “injury” as defined by South Dakota law because it is a disease which is specifically excluded by the definition of injury. Given that, the next step requires looking at the occupational disease statutes, analyzing whether COVID-19 is an occupational disease such that it would bring it under the purview of the workers’ compensation statutes. 30

How is that applied in practice? In Sauder v. Parkview Care Center, 2007 S.D. 103, 740 N.W.2d 878, the South Dakota Supreme Court quoted an earlier case from 1997, Zoss v. United Building Centers, Inc., 1997 S.D. 93, 566 N.W.2d 840, holding that before something may be classified as an occupational disease, the injury must be caused by a distinctive feature of the claimant’s occupation, not by the environmental conditions of the claimant’s workplace. The Court went on to say that unless the condition is intrinsic to an occupation, one does not suffer from an occupational disease. In Sauder, an individual was exposed to mold in her workplace and claimed to have developed a condition as a result. In reaching its decision, the Court discussed that while the workplace may have exposed the woman to an environmental condition, it was not a distinctive feature of her occupation.

The Court addressed a similar situation in Sauer v. Tiffany Laundry & Dry Cleaners, 2001 S.D. 24, 622 N.W.2d 741, where the Court found that a laundry room worker did not prove that her rashes and breathing troubles were related to her work in a laundry room. Therefore, these cases have set forth the framework by which COVID-19 claims would be analyzed. This means that before someone could potentially receive workers’ compensation benefits for COVID-19, the claimant would be required to prove that COVID-19 was a recognized risk for someone in their specific job and peculiar to their employment. Given the widespread nature of the virus and the fact that it has been officially recognized as a pandemic warranting the declaration of a national emergency, that will prove highly improbable. ____________________________________

*Laura Hensley is a partner with Boyce Law Firm. She works with the Third Party Administrator, Claims Associates, Inc, to defend members when employees file suit against them and SDML Workers’ Compensation Fund. For more blog posts, visit https://www.boycewceinsight.com.

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Washington Report: By Senator Mike Rounds

Dakotans are South reaching out to my office for answers about how COVID-19 will impact the economy and their businesses, and also how they can protect their health. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is continually putting out new guidance on their COVID-19 website with tips on how to protect against getting the virus, and what to do if you suspect you may have it. The CDC is a great resource, and I encourage folks to check out their site, www.cdc.gov. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also compiling the latest information from CDC on my website, www.rounds.senate.gov/covid19.

While itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to have easy access to accurate information online, sometimes itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s better to be able to ask your specific questions to a medical doctor. I spent my career in the insurance business, so Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m the first to admit I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know the answers to all of the medical questions weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve received! That is why Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve brought in experts to join me on my recent telephone townhalls that all South Dakotans are invited to join. We were recently joined by Dr. Mike Wilde from Sanford Health and Dr. Jennifer McKay from Avera Health. On another telephone townhall, we were joined by one of my fellow senators, Dr. Bill Cassidy. Dr. Cassidy is a senator from Louisiana and is also a gastroenterologist. Additionally, he has a background in public health and vaccine programs, making him an ideal guest to answer questions about COVID-19.

Many of the questions answered by the doctors on our calls are questions that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen all over social media, on the news and through phone calls and emails to my office. Here

are some of the most frequently asked questions, along with the answers given on our townhall calls:

Q: Is it safe to go to a clinic or hospital for a reason other than coronavirus if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not urgent? A: It really depends on the reason, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good idea to call your physician to get their recommendation. If you do go to a medical facility, you should wear a mask to cover your nose and mouth. You can even make a mask out of a scarf or a bandana.

Q: How is COVID-19 different from the flu? A: We see anywhere from 10,000 to 80,000 deaths from the flu, depending on the year. Typically, the people who die from the flu are newborns or people who are 85 years and older whose immune systems are not as strong as they once were. For the rest of us, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been exposed to the flu virus for as many years as weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been alive, whether thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s from getting the flu shot each year or just from being around it in the environment. That exposure helps us to build up immunity to it. COVID-19 is different because none of us

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have previously been exposed to this particular type of coronavirus. Therefore, more people at different stages of life are at risk of COVID-19, which makes it different and more dangerous than the flu.

Q: If we live in a small town with very few positive cases of COVID-19, do we still need to wear a mask when we go to the grocery store? A: Yes, it’s advisable to wear a mask when you go into a store right now. When you pay the cashier, you won’t be 6 feet apart from them--you’ll likely be a foot or two away. 50 percent of people who are infected never have symptoms, so you may not know that you’re near someone who is carrying the virus.

Q: I work at an essential business that will continue to stay open throughout the pandemic. How can I protect myself at work? A: Wear a mask, try to keep 6 feet apart from other people, wash your hands regularly for 20 seconds under hot water.

Q: How long until a vaccine is widely available? A: It could be anywhere from 12 to 18 months until a vaccine is available to the public. The best evidence right

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now shows that when someone gets COVID-19 and recovers from it, they are then immune to it. This would be great news, and if we were able to track immunity in our cities and towns, we’d be able to get back to normal more quickly. Part of the CARES Act that was signed into law has specifically targeted accelerating the development of therapeutics and vaccines. This may increase the speed at which these vaccines are made available in large quantities.

As we continue learning more about COVID-19, new questions arise. We’ll continue holding telephone townhalls with South Dakotans to try to answer as many questions as we can. I’m very grateful to all the nurses, doctors and medical professionals in South Dakota who are working around the clock to save lives right now. I’m also thankful to Drs. Cassidy, Wilde and McKay who took time out of their busy jobs to join our telephone townhalls.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office if you need any help right now. We’ll do our best to get you answers. Continue to practice the social distancing and other tips from the CDC as we work together to beat COVID-19.

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May 22 - September 27 Legends in Light® Laser Light Show at Crazy Horse Memorial Crazy Horse May 22 - September 30 Mount Rushmore Evening Lighting Ceremony Mount Rushmore

June 6 - August 9 Annual Red Cloud Indian Art Show Pine Ridge June 24 - August 5 Canyon Acoustic Series Spearfish

June 30 - July 4 Annual Black Hills Roundup Belle Fourche July 2 -4 Sitting Bull Stampede Rodeo Mobridge

July 2 Summer Porch Series at Strawbale Winery Renner 1880 Train Old West Shootout Hill City

July 3-4 Fort Pierre 4th of July Parade, Rodeo & Fireworks Fort Pierre

Custer’s Old Time Country Fourth of July Custer

Lake Norden Community Barbecue & Independence Day Celebration Lake Norden July 3 - 5 Gold Camp Jubilee Days Lead

July 3 Mina Lake Freedom Festival Mina 1st Fridays on Main Mitchell

1880 Train Old West Shootout Hill City July 4 Uncle Sam Jam Brookings

Independence Day Celebration Mitchell

Fall River Fourth of July Hot Springs July 4th Celebration Redfield

Wylie Park Fourth of July Celebration Aberdeen

4th of July Celebration Independence Day at Mount Rushmore Watertown Keystone

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Fireworks Display of Lake Herman Madison

Rock the Bluffs Fireworks Chamberlain

July 5 Strawbale Winery Sangria Sundays Renner July 7-15 Trolley on the Trail Lead

July 9 - 11 Annual Hot Harley Nights Sioux Falls

July 9 Summer Porch Series at Strawbale Winery Renner 1880 Train Old West Shootout Hill City July 10 - 12 Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant DeSmet

Brookings Summer Arts Festival Brookings

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July 11 - 17 Deadwood 3 Wheeler Rally Deadwood

July 12 Strawbale Winery Sangria Sunday Renner July 15 -18 Black Hills Corvette Classic Spearfish

July 16 - 19 Corn Palace Stampede Rodeo Mitchell Danish Days Viborg

July 16 Summer Porch Series at Strawbale Winery Renner 1880 Train Old West Shootout Hills City July 17 -18 Cookinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on Kampeska Watertown

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July 18 Native POP: People of the Plains - A Gathering of Arts and Culture Rapid City

July 19 Strawbale Winery Sangria Sundays Renner July 21 - 25 Days of '76 Rodeo and Parades Deadwood

July 23 Summer Porch at Strawbale Winery Renner 1880 Train Old West Shootout Hill City

July 24 - 26 Annual Bruce Honey Days Bruce

Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant De Smet

July 25 Yankton Rock-N-Rumble Motorcycle Rally Yankton

Madison Discovery Days and Mart in the Park Madison

Native American Lore Day Mitchell Folk Off & Rib Challenge Renner

July 26 Strawbale Winery Sangria Sunday Renner

July 30 Summer Porch Series at Strawbale Winery Renner 1880 Train Old West Shootout Hill City

July 31 - August 2 Annual Sioux River Folk Festival Canton

Foothills Days and Rockinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Ribfest Wessington Springs Potato Days Clark

July 31 - August 8 Sioux Empire Fair Sioux Falls

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**At the time of publication, these events had not yet been cancelled. Please check with the event organizer to ensure the event is still taking place before attending.

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CLASSIFIED ADS POLICY: Member municipalities receive free insertions and free postings on the League website. Non-member advertisers are billed $50 per insertion. All ads are subject to editing if necessary. The next deadline is June 10 for the July 2020 issue. Email ads to sara@sdmunicipalleague.org or fax to 605-224-8655. Visit www.sdmunicipalleague.org for more classifieds.

ELECTRIC SUPERINTENDENT: Miller, SD - The City of Miller is looking for an electric superintendent to manage the functions of the municipal electric department. A minimum of 4 years of experience or a combination of education and experience is preferred. For job description and application please contact the Miller City Finance Office at 605-853-2705 or finance.office@cityofmiller.com. Please submit cover letter, resume and references to City of Miller, 120 W 2nd St., Miller, SD 57362. Salary DOE. Position open until filled. EOE.

ELECTRICAL APPRENTICE AND MAINTENANCE: McLaughlin, SD - The City of McLaughlin will be accepting applications for an Electrical Apprentice and Maintenance employee. Duties include assisting electrical lineman in constructing, maintaining and repairing power lines. Applicant would have tow to work to complete Utilities Apprenticeship program. Applicant would also perform other duties as assigned in the water, sewer, streets, garbage and park departments. Benefits include: vacation, sick and 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.

coordinate work for the Fleet Maintenance (Mechanic) Division of the Public Works Department. Performs supervisory duties in the implementation and management of the Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vehicle and equipment fleets. Coordinates and directs subordinate Mechanics in the operation, coordination, and quality control of all fleet maintenance and repairs. Diagnoses difficult repair problems and determines when to outsource repairs. Performs technical work as needed by department demands. Salary range is $55,000 to $60,000 per year, DOQE. Interested applicants must submit a City employment application, resume, and letter of interest. For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Rick Bush, PWD Director, at 605-347-3916. Position open until filled.

PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE: Philip, SD - The City of Philip is accepting applications to fill the Public Works Maintenance II position. This is a full-time position that will assist in all phases of maintaining the city streets, water distribution and wastewater system. This individual will also assist with the maintenance of public buildings and open spaces including the airport, rubble site and swimming pool. Individual must possess or be able to obtain water and wastewater certifications. Knowledge and experience with all types of

FIRE CHIEF: Aberdeen, SD - Under general supervision of the City Manager, is responsible for the administration, direction and coordination of personnel and activities of all divisions of the Fire department including Emergency Medical Services. The Chief is responsible for the delivery of information and guidance in accordance with department policies and procedures to ensure the accomplishment of department objectives; Possession of Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration/Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related fire service field and six (6) years of experience in fire service field, five (5) of which must have been in a supervisory capacity. For more information contact City of Aberdeen 605-626-7013, hr@aberdeen.sd.us, www.aberdeen.sd.us. Apply by June 30, 2020. FLEET SUPERINTENDENT: Sturgis, SD - The City of Sturgis is hiring a Fleet Superintendent to administrate and 38

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equipment is desired. A commercial driver’s license is also encouraged. Wage is depending on qualifications and experience with an excellent benefit package. Applications and detailed job descriptions are available at City Finance Officer, 140 S. Howard Ave., 4th Floor, PO Box 408, Philip, SD 57567. 605-859-2175; online www.philipsd.us; or email cityadmin@philipsd.us. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. The City of Philip is an EOE. STAFF ENGINEER: Pierre, SD - The City of Pierre is seeking applicants for a Staff Engineer. This position assists the City Engineer in providing technical services related to City of Pierre infrastructure projects. Also assists Building Official in plan review and issuing Building Permits. Duties include project feasibility analysis, municipal infrastructure project design & review and construction project administration. Qualifications include being skilled in Civil Engineering design, project management, and computer applications (MS Office, CAD design and drafting, GIS/ARCView). Professional Engineer licensure within 2 years of employment preferred. B.S. in Civil Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 2 years of related experience. Excellent communication skills and a clear ability to work with diverse individuals and organizations is essential. $73,506.45 minimum with comprehensive benefit package. Application can be obtained at City of Pierre, PO Box 1253, Pierre, SD 57501, 605-773-7429, www.cityofpierre.org. Open until filled.

Dakota Class 1 Water Treatment Certification and South Dakota Class 2 Distribution Certification. Must have 6+ years’ experience in the repair, maintenance, or construction of water distribution system. Salary range is $50,000 to $60,000 per year, DOQE. Interested applicants must submit a City employment application, resume and letter of interest. For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Rick Bush, PWD Director, at 605-347-3916. Position open until filled.

FOR SALE: Aberdeen, SD - The City of Aberdeen is selling six metal light towers with working metal halide lights. Cost is negotiable. Please contact Mark at 605-626-7015 or mark.hoven@aberdeen.sd.us.

FOR SALE: Pierre, SD - The City of Pierre has for sale a 2005 Cougar Mosquito fogger with approximately 350 hours of use. Gas powered, used thru the 2019 season but upgraded to a newer machine. $3,000.00. Call Park Superintendent Thomas Moore if interested, 605-773-7437. visit www.sdmunicipalleague.org for more classifieds.

WATER OPERATOR: Sturgis, SD - The City of Sturgis is hiring a Water Operator to (i) ensure water quality throughout the entire water system; (ii) perform checks on the operation and maintenance of pumping facilities; (iii) complete routine maintenance service calls (i.e. minor water meter maintenance, turn-ons, turn-offs, high/low utilization questions, water leaks, and quality inspections); (iv) participate in the construction, maintenance and repair of water mains, water lines, pumps, wells, hydrants, valves, and related system components; and (v) assist with meter reading required by staffing. Preference for applicants with SD Class 1 Treatment Certification and SD Class 2 Distribution Certification as well as applicants with Class A CDL. Wage is $13.31 to $18.43 per hour DOEQ. Interested appliants must submit a City employment application, resume and letter of interest For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Rick Bush, PWD Director, at 605347-3916. Position open until filled.

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June elections – Follow the Municipal Election Calendar for all election deadlines.

Third Tuesday in June – A municipality may combine its election with a school district and hold the election on the third Tuesday in June. (SDCL 9-13-1.1; See Hdbk., sec. 7.050)

First meeting following election – Except as otherwise provided, every officer of the municipality will begin to discharge the duties of the office as soon as the officer has qualified by filing an oath or affirmation of office. The oath must be filed within ten days after the first meeting of the month following the election or appointment. (SDCL 9-145; See Hdbk., sec. 5.115)

First meeting following election – Appointed municipal officials are usually appointed. The appointment may be annual, or for an interval determined by the governing body. (SDCL 9-14-3)

First meeting following election – In municipalities having the mayor and common council form of government, the council must elect a president and vice-president for the ensuing year. (SDCL 9-8-7; See Hdbk., sec. 2.520)

First meeting following election – In municipalities governed by a mayor and four commissioners, the board must designate by a majority vote, the following commissioners: Public Safety, Public Works, Utilities, and Finance and Revenue. Commissioners are assigned areas of responsibility under the law. (SDCL 9-9-18 to 9-9-24; See Hdbk., sec. 2.590)

First meeting following election – In municipalities governed by a mayor and two commissioners, the board shall by a resolution adopted by a majority, at the first meeting following the annual election, assign and apportion between the members, all duties that are not assigned to the mayor. (SDCL 9-9-27; See Hdbk., sec. 2.595)

First meeting following election – In those municipalities employing a city manager and under the commissioner form of government, at the first regular meeting in the month following the annual election, the commissioners must elect JUNE 2019 MAY 2017

one of their members to serve as mayor for a term of one year. (SDCL 9-10-6; See Hdbk., sec. 2.615)

Tax levy – The governing body of the municipality may impose an excess tax levy with an affirmative two-thirds vote of the governing body on or before July fifteenth of the year prior to the year the taxes are payable. The decision to increase taxes must be published within 10 days of the decision (certain publication size restrictions apply), and may be referred upon a petition signed by at least five percent of the registered voters in the municipality and filed within twenty days of publication of the decision. The referendum election shall be held on or before October first preceding the year the taxes are payable. (SDCL 10-13-36; See Hdbk., sec. 12.170)

By June 30 – Applications for renewal of licenses for the sale of malt beverages should be filed before the expiration of June 30. (SDCL 35-4-41; See Hdbk., sec. 11.465)

By June 30 – All mechanical or electronic amusement devices must be registered. The secretary of revenue shall distribute the registration fee to the municipality in which the device is located. (SDCL 10-58-3 and 10-58-5; See Hdbk., sec. 12.255(7))

No later than July 1 – Each municipal governing body shall provide to the Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management, information that will enable emergency agencies to reach the members of the municipal governing board and the mayor at any time, day or night. The information necessary shall include home, business, and other personal telephone numbers including any facsimile transmission machines and cellular or mobile telephone numbers; home, business, and other personal addresses; employer’s name and telephone number; and home, business, and other personal email or internet addresses. In addition, each municipal governing body shall provide contact information for the municipal employees responsible for the following functions if the municipality employs a person in such a capacity: City administrator or city manager; Building inspection; Engineering; Electrical; Fire; Police and law enforcement; Public works; Streets and highways; Sewer and waste water; Water; Telephone; Utilities; Emergency services or civil defense; Coroner; and 911 coordinator. (SDCL 33-15-11.1; 33-15-11.2; See Hdbk., sec. 9.400)

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July 1 – One of two dates (the other being January 1) a new or amended municipal tax ordinance may become effective. The municipality must notify the Department of Revenue of the ordinance at least 90 days prior to the effective date. (SDCL 10-52-9; 10-52A-13; See Hdbk., sec. 12.260) 41

No later than July 1 – Each municipal governing body shall provide to the Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency Management, information that will enable emergency agencies to reach the members of the municipal governing board and the mayor at any time, day or night. The information necessary shall include home, business, and other personal telephone numbers including any facsimile transmission machines and cellular or mobile telephone numbers; home, business, and other personal addresses; employer’s name and telephone number; and home, business, and other personal email or internet addresses. In addition, each municipal governing body shall provide contact information for the municipal employees responsible for the following functions if the municipality employs a person in such a capacity: City administrator or city manager; Building inspection; Engineering; Electrical; Fire; Police and law enforcement; Public works; Streets and highways; Sewer and waste water; Water; Telephone; Utilities; Emergency services or civil defense; Coroner; and 911 coordinator. (SDCL 33-1511.1; 33-15-11.2; See Hdbk., sec. 9.400)

July 4 – Independence Day – State holiday (SDCL 1-51)

First meeting following election – Except as otherwise provided, every officer of the municipality will begin to discharge the duties of the office as soon as the officer has qualified by filing an oath or affirmation of office. The oath must be filed within ten days after the first meeting of the month following the election or appointment. (SDCL 9-14-5; See Hdbk., sec. 5.115)

First meeting following election – Appointed municipal officials are usually appointed. The appointment may be annual, or for an interval determined by the governing body. (SDCL 9-14-3)

First meeting following election – In municipalities having the mayor and common council form of government, the council must elect a president and vicepresident for the ensuing year. (SDCL 9-8-7; See Hdbk., sec. 2.520)

First meeting following election – In those municipalities employing a city manager and under the commissioner form of government, at the first regular meeting in the month following the annual election, the commissioners must elect one of their members to serve as mayor for a term of one year. (SDCL 9-10-6; See Hdbk., sec. 2.615)

On or before July 15 – The governing body of the municipality may impose an excess tax levy with an affirmative two-thirds vote of the governing body on or before July fifteenth of the year prior to the year the taxes are payable. The decision to increase taxes must be published within 10 days of the decision, (certain publication size restrictions apply), and may be referred upon a resolution of the governing body of the municipality or by a petition signed by at least five percent of the registered voters in the municipality and filed within twenty days of publication of the decision. The referendum election shall be held on or before October first preceding the year the taxes are payable. (SDCL 10-13-36; See Hdbk., sec. 12.170)

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

Boundary changes – Municipalities must notify the Department of Revenue of any resolution or amendment enacted which changes the boundaries of the municipality. Notification shall be in written form, shall contain a copy of the resolution or amendment, and may be sent by electronic means or registered mail. Municipalities shall also provide any changes and additions to streets and addresses. (SDCL 10-52-13; See Hdbk., sec. 14.172)

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First meeting following election – In municipalities governed by a mayor and four commissioners, the board must designate by a majority vote, the following commissioners: Public Safety, Public Works, Utilities, and Finance and Revenue. Commissioners are assigned areas of responsibility under the law. (SDCL 9-9-18 to 9-9-24; See Hdbk., sec. 2.590)

First meeting following election – In municipalities governed by a mayor and two commissioners, the board shall by a resolution adopted by a majority, assign and apportion between the members, all duties that are not assigned to the mayor. (SDCL 9-9-27; See Hdbk., sec. 2.595) 42

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