Belle Fourche, South Dakota

Parks Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to make a recommendation regarding a mural project presented by Falina and Trey. The board will also discuss the PRAB website naming and review the Rec Center Director’s Report.

• Recommendation on mural project presented by Falina and Trey
• Discussion of Website Naming PRAB
• Review of Rec Center Director’s Report

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from the March 11 and June 10, 2026 meetings. The board voted to present a continuous mural project for the National Street Tunnel to the City Council. It also approved Selchert's donation of wood and labor to improve river access at Bubbles.

• Adopt agenda (passed without dissent)
• Approve March 11, 2026 PRAB minutes (passed without dissent)
• Approve June 10, 2026 PRAB minutes (passed without dissent)
• Approve presentation of National Street Tunnel mural to City Council (passed without dissent)
• Approve Selchert's donation of wood and labor for river access improvements (passed without dissent)

Airport Board

The Belle Fourche Airport Board will review the status and schedule of the taxi surface project, consider the AWOS‑III project, and discuss a grant for airport reception space. The board will also hear the Airport Manager’s report and address any old or new business.

• Taxi surface project – status and scheduling
• AWOS‑III project
• Airport reception space grant
• Airport Manager’s Report
• Old/New Business

The board voted to approve the agenda, and later voted to adjourn the meeting. The board received updates on taxiway resurfacing, the AWOS III project timeline, a $465,000 grant for airport reception remodeling, and quarterly aircraft activity. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Planning Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request to rezone a property from Single Family Residential to Manufactured Housing Residential. The body will also discuss Chapter 17 zoning district ordinances and review updates on previous city actions.

• Rezoning request for Lot 2, Block 3, Morningside Addition No. 1 from Single Family Residential to Manufactured Housing Residential (Applicants: Mark and Jade McGrane)
• Discussion regarding Chapter 17 zoning district ordinances
• Update on Final Plat for Lots 1-7, Morningside Wetlands Subdivision (Applicant: Chad Truax, Truax Rentals LLC)
• Update on Final Plat for Lot 1 Revised, Eaton Subdivision (Applicant: R Ranch LLC)
• Update on City Ordinance 17.16.190 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units

Police Committee

The Belle Fourche Police Committee will acknowledge a promotion for Officer Joshua Gallagher to Patrol Officer III with a wage adjustment to $34.84 per hour, effective July 8, 2026. The Committee will also recognize a wage increase for Officer Mardi Reeves to $29.83 per hour, effective July 19, 2026, after fifteen years of service. Other agenda items include routine reports and public discussion.

• Promotion of Joshua Gallagher to Patrol Officer III with wage $34.84/hr (effective July 8, 2026)
• Wage increase for Mardi Reeves to $29.83/hr after 15 years of service (effective July 19, 2026)

The committee adopted the meeting agenda with added items 7.5 and 7.6. It approved a transfer for Officer Joshua Gallagher to Patrol Officer III with a wage of $34.84 per hour effective July 8, 2026, and a wage increase for Officer Mardi Reeves to $29.83 per hour effective July 19, 2026. The committee also voted to support letters for the federal COPS Hiring grant and to sign the Memorandum of Understanding with the school district for the School Resource Officer position for the 2026‑2027 school year.

• Adopted agenda with items 7.5 and 7.6 (motion carried)
• Approved transfer of Joshua Gallagher to Patrol Officer III with wage $34.84/hr, effective July 8, 2026 (motion carried)
• Approved wage increase for Mardi Reeves to $29.83/hr, effective July 19, 2026 (motion carried)
• Approved recommendation for Police Committee and Mayor to sign letters of support for the COPS Hiring grant (motion carried)
• Approved recommendation for Mayor and Police Chief to sign the SRO Memorandum of Understanding for the 2026‑2027 school year (motion carried)

Museum Board

The Tri‑State Museum and Visitor Center Board will approve its agenda and the minutes from the June meeting. It will hear the Director’s Report and discuss the museum’s budget and website. The meeting will also include a round‑up, Hometown Thursday update, and other informational items.

• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes from June meeting
• Director’s Report
• Budget
• Website

The Tri‑State Museum Board voted to approve the meeting agenda and to adopt the minutes from the June meeting. Both motions passed. No other actions were formally decided at this session.

• Approved agenda (motion by Dean Bruner, seconded by Penny Austin, passed)
• Approved June meeting minutes (motion by Jana Bastian, seconded by Dean Bruner, passed)

Police Committee

The committee adopted the agenda with added items 7.5 and 7.6. It recognized Joshua Gallagher's transfer to Patrol Officer III with a wage of $34.84 per hour and Mardi Reeves' wage increase to $29.83 per hour. The committee recommended that Mayor Randy Schmidt and the police chief sign letters of support for the federal COPS Hiring grant and also sign the Memorandum of Understanding with the Belle Fourche School District for the 2026‑2027 school‑resource officer position. The meeting was adjourned at 4:41 pm.

• Adopted agenda with items 7.5 and 7.6 (motion carried)
• Acknowledged Joshua Gallagher transfer to Patrol Officer III, wage set at $34.84/hr (motion carried)
• Acknowledged Mardi Reeves wage increase to $29.83/hr after 15 years of service (motion carried)
• Recommended Mayor Randy Schmidt sign letters of support for the COPS Hiring grant (motion carried)
• Recommended Mayor Randy Schmidt and Chief Ryan Cherveny sign the School Resource Officer MOU (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:41 pm (motion carried)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will adopt its agenda and hear a public comment on Park Drive street conditions. It will recommend approval of the resignations of Dale Moncur, Anthony Smith, and Sheena Olson-Embrey from the Landfill Division. The committee will also consider a request for Landfill Superintendent Shawn Gallagher to attend the SDSMWA conference in Pierre, South Dakota, with a total cost of $275 for the conference and $336 for the room. Additional items include discussion of curb stops for multi‑unit apartments and informational reports.

• Recommend approval of resignation of Dale Moncur, Equipment Operator II, effective July 17, 2026
• Recommend approval of resignation of Anthony Smith, Equipment Operator I, effective July 7, 2026
• Recommend approval of resignation of Sheena Olson-Embrey, Scale House Technician, effective July 7, 2026
• Recommend approval for Shawn Gallagher to attend SDSMWA conference in Pierre, SD (Sept 8‑11) – conference cost $275, room $336
• Discussion of curb stops for multi‑unit apartments

The committee adopted its agenda unanimously. It approved the resignations of Dale Moncur, Anthony Smith, and Sheena Olson‑Embrey from the Public Works Landfill Division. It approved Landfill Superintendent Shawn Gallagher’s attendance at the SDSMWA conference in Pierre, with costs of $275 for the conference and $336 for the room. The meeting was adjourned at 5:01 p.m. unanimously.

• Adopt agenda (unanimous)
• Accept resignation of Dale Moncur, Equipment Operator II (unanimous)
• Accept resignation of Anthony Smith, Equipment Operator I (unanimous)
• Accept resignation of Sheena Olson-Embrey, Scale House Technician (unanimous)
• Approve Shawn Gallagher’s attendance at SDSMWA conference, $275 conference fee and $336 room (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting at 5:01 p.m. (unanimous)

Legal Finance Committee

The Belle Fourche Legal Finance Committee meeting scheduled for July 13, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. Residents should note that no actions or votes will occur at this meeting.

Library Board

The Library Board will review the 2027 budget proposal and receive a Foundation update from Mike Reade. The board will also discuss attendance at the SDLA Conference and review June circulation figures.

• 2027 Budget Proposal
• Foundation Update by Mike Reade
• SDLA Conference Attendance
• June circulation report of 5,155
• Approval of bills

The Belle Fourche Library Board adopted the agenda and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It approved funding for Josh Abraham and Sam to attend the SDLA conference in Pierre and adopted the 2027 library budget proposal. Routine vendor bills totaling $2,422.11 were also approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:11 pm.

• Adopted agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of last meeting (motion carried)
• Approved conference registration and travel expenses for Josh and Sam (motion carried)
• Approved 2027 library budget proposal (motion carried)
• Approved vendor bills totaling $2,422.11 (Amazon $615.28, Guideposts $41.88, Kanopy $21.00, MicroMarketing $1,512.75, SD Library Association $110.00, Taste of Home $30.98, Walmart $90.22) (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:11 pm (motion carried)

Planning Zoning

The Belle Fourche Planning and Zoning Commission regular meeting scheduled for July 1, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. The next meeting is set for Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

Legal Finance Committee

The Legal Finance Committee will consider acknowledging the Northern Hills Shooting Sport raffle and approving ticket sales, which would run through September 2026. Proceeds are intended to support 4‑H youth shooting sports. The meeting also includes routine items such as adopting the agenda, a pledge of allegiance, community input, and an executive session.

• Acknowledgement of Northern Hills Shooting Sport raffle and approval of ticket sales (through Sep 2026); contact: Amy Clark 569-0408

The Legal Finance Committee adopted the meeting agenda as presented. The committee voted to go into an executive session under SDCL 1-25-2(3). The meeting was then adjourned at 5:55 PM.

• Adopted agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Entered executive session per SDCL 1-25-2(3) (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:55 PM (motion carried)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss a proposed front‑footage assessment that would levy $1.25 per foot of street frontage, with a maximum of $125 per parcel, effective for 2027 taxes payable in 2028. The committee will also recommend accepting the resignation of seasonal laborer Kellen Daniels and receive updates on ongoing operations and upcoming projects such as 6th Avenue improvements and police department construction.

• Discussion of potential road maintenance assessment fee (old business item)
• Recommendation to accept resignation of Kellen Daniels as Seasonal Laborer (effective June 16, 2026)
• Resolution proposing an annual special maintenance fee of $1.25 per foot, max $125 per parcel
• Operational updates on streets, cemetery/parks signage, water system, landfill, and engineering
• Upcoming project briefings: 6th Avenue Improvements, Airport Projects, Police Department Construction, Grant Opportunities, Budget Update

The Public Works Committee adopted its agenda unanimously. It voted to recommend that the road maintenance assessment fee resolution be sent to the July 6 City Council meeting (3-1). The committee also accepted the resignation of seasonal laborer Kellen Daniels, effective June 16, 2026, with a unanimous vote. The meeting adjourned at 5:09 p.m.

• Adopt agenda (unanimous)
• Recommend sending road maintenance assessment fee resolution to July 6 Council (3-1)
• Accept resignation of Kellen Daniels, Seasonal Laborer (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Planning Zoning

The Belle Fourche Planning and Zoning Commission regular meeting scheduled for June 17, 2026 at City Hall was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The commission’s next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

Parks Recreation Advisory Board

The board will meet to decide on lifeguard hires and establish summer operating hours. Members will also discuss auditorium usage and website naming for the board.

• Approval of lifeguard hires by Rec Center Director
• Determination of summer operating hours
• Discussion on auditorium rentals and usage
• Update on website naming for PRAB

The board approved the Rec Center Director's recommendation for summer operating hours from June 21 to September 7, 2026. It also approved closing the Rec Center at noon on Friday, July 3, 2026, and reopening at 5 a.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026. Additional actions included approving lifeguard hires, tabling March minutes, and approving May minutes.

• Approved lifeguard hires by Rec Center Director (motion passed without dissent)
• Approved summer operating hours (Mon‑Fri 5 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun 12 p.m.–6 p.m.) for June 21‑Sept 7, 2026 (passed without dissent)
• Approved closing Rec Center at noon on Friday, July 3, 2026, reopening 5 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2026 (passed without dissent)
• Tabled approval of March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (passed without dissent)
• Approved May 13, 2026 meeting minutes (passed without dissent)
• Adopted agenda as amended (passed without dissent)
• Adopted agenda as presented (passed without dissent)
• Adjourned meeting (passed without dissent)

Police Committee

The Police Committee will review recommendations to hire two new officers and a two-year contract for grant writing services. The body will also discuss department sponsorships and receive reports from the Chief and Code Enforcement.

• Recommendation to hire Brad Johnson as Patrol Officer II at $29.26 per hour
• Recommendation to hire Kevin Gehris Jr. as Non-Certified Police Officer at $27.52 per hour
• Proposed 2-year grant writing contract with Lexipol for $7,500.00 per year
• Discussion on Police department sponsorships
• Informational items regarding 'Pigs and Pedals' and Kids and Cops Promotions

The committee voted to hire Brad Johnson as a Patrol Officer II at $29.26 per hour, starting June 25, 2026. It also approved hiring Kevin Gehris Jr. as a Non‑Certified Police Officer at $27.52 per hour, starting June 22, 20206. Additionally, the committee approved a Lexipol two‑year grant‑writing contract for $7,500 per year. All motions were carried.

• Approved hiring of Brad Johnson as Patrol Officer II ($29.26/hr, start June 25, 2026)
• Approved hiring of Kevin Gehris Jr. as Non‑Certified Police Officer ($27.52/hr, start June 22, 20206)
• Approved Lexipol 2‑year grant writing contract at $7,500 per year

Police Committee

The committee voted to hire Brad Johnson as Patrol Officer II at $29.26 per hour starting June 25, 2026, and Kevin Gehris Jr. as a Non‑Certified Police Officer at $27.52 per hour starting June 22, 2026. It also approved a two‑year Lexipol grant‑writing contract for $7,500 per year. Procedural motions to adopt the agenda and adjourn the meeting were carried.

• Approved hiring Brad Johnson as Patrol Officer II ($29.26/hr, start 6/25/26) – motion carried
• Approved hiring Kevin Gehris Jr. as Non‑Certified Police Officer ($27.52/hr, start 6/22/26) – motion carried
• Approved Lexipol 2‑year grant‑writing contract at $7,500 per year – motion carried
• Adopted agenda at 4:30 pm – motion carried
• Adjourned meeting at 4:50 pm – motion carried

Museum Board

The museum board will conduct standard business, including approving the agenda and the minutes from the May meeting, hearing the Director's Report, reviewing the website status, and discussing summer staff and scheduling.

• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes from May meeting
• Director’s Report
• Website update
• Summer staff and schedule

The Tri‑State Museum and Visitor Center Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May meeting. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded. The director reported visitor statistics and upcoming museum events.

• Approved agenda (motion by Doherty, second by Bruner, passed)
• Approved May meeting minutes (motion by Bastian, second by Bruner, passed)

Public Works Committee

The Belle Fourche Public Works Committee will recommend approval of Ordinance No. 4‑2026, which adopts new city code provisions governing chickens. Members will also discuss a proposed Front Footage Assessment Fee to fund street maintenance. Additionally, the committee will recommend approval of the 2026 Butte County Bank Robbery Reenactment scheduled for State Street on June 30, 2026.

• Recommend approval of chicken ordinance (Ordinance No. 4‑2026) covering definitions, permitted hens, coop size limits, and bans on roosters
• Discussion of a potential Front Footage Assessment Fee to generate revenue for street maintenance and repairs
• Recommend approval of the 2026 Butte County Bank Robbery Reenactment on State Street (June 30, 2026, 2:00 pm‑4:00 pm) with street closures for food trucks

The committee unanimously adopted its agenda. It unanimously recommended that the city council approve the updated chicken ordinance, forwarding it for council review. It also unanimously approved the 2026 Butte County Bank Robbery Reenactment scheduled for June 30 on State Street. No decision was made on a road maintenance assessment fee; the committee will draft a proposal and revisit the issue at the June 22 meeting.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of chicken ordinance (unanimous) – forwarded to council
• Approved 2026 Butte County Bank Robbery Reenactment (unanimous)
• Rescinded motion to establish public hearing on road assessment fee (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:06 p.m. (unanimous)

Legal Finance Committee

The Legal Finance Committee will consider recommending approval for Gina Carpenter to attend the SDML Board Meeting on June 24‑25, 2026. It will vote on Ordinance 5‑2026 amending accessory dwelling unit regulations and Ordinance 6‑2026 amending related definitions. The meeting also includes discussion of website service providers and informational updates on sales tax and the May budget.

• Recommend approval for Gina Carpenter to attend SDML Board Meeting June 24‑25, 2026 (costs covered by SDML Board).
• Recommend approval of Ordinance 5‑2026 amending Section 17.16.190 Accessory Dwelling Units.
• Recommend approval of Ordinance 6‑2026 amending Section 17.40.020 Definitions (including ADU definition).
• Discussion on website service providers, including an Apptegy contract totaling $8,900 for annual services.
• Informational updates on sales tax and the May budget.

The Legal Finance Committee adopted its agenda and approved Gina Carpenter’s attendance at the SDML Board meeting, with costs covered by the board. It approved Ordinance 5-2026 amending accessory dwelling unit regulations and Ordinance 6-2026 amending city definitions. The committee directed staff to move forward with website services from Apptegy. Finance staff reported sales‑tax trends, budget updates and that Well No. 3 is fully operational.

• Adopt agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approve Gina Carpenter attendance at SDML Board meeting June 24‑25, 2026 (motion carried)
• Approve Ordinance 5-2026 amending 17.16.190 Accessory Dwelling Units (motion carried)
• Approve Ordinance 6-2026 amending 17.40.020 Definitions (motion carried)
• Direct staff to pursue website services from Apptegy (motion carried)
• Adjourn meeting at 5:40 PM (motion carried)

Planning Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a conditional use permit for an adult day care center and discuss zoning district ordinances. The body will also consider recommending a specific ordinance regarding accessory dwelling units for further committee review.

• Conditional Use Permit for Adult Day Care Center at 512 National Street (Treton Estates LLC / Tim Frey)
• Recommendation to send City Ordinance 17.16.190 (Accessory Dwelling Unit) to Legal/Finance Committee
• Discussion regarding Chapter 17 zoning district ordinances

The commission approved a conditional use permit for an adult day care center in the Neighborhood Commercial District, adding staff‑recommended conditions. It also approved the final plats for the Morningside Wetlands Subdivision (Lots 1‑7) and the Eaton Subdivision (Lot 1 Revised). The commission sent City Ordinance 17.16.190 on accessory dwelling units to the Legal/Finance Committee and adopted the agenda and prior minutes, then adjourned.

• Adopted agenda with items 6a and 6b (unanimous vote)
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2026 (unanimous vote)
• Approved conditional use permit for Adult Day Care Center with conditions (unanimous vote)
• Sent City Ordinance 17.16.190 – Accessory Dwelling Unit to Legal/Finance Committee (unanimous vote)
• Approved final plat for Lots 1‑7, Morningside Wetlands Subdivision (unanimous vote)
• Approved final plat for Lot 1 Revised, Eaton Subdivision (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:20 p.m. (unanimous vote)

Library Board

The Library Board will review the 2027 budget proposal and discuss the purchase of new bookshelves. The board will also consider a proposal for a BFPL/Friends of the Library Foundation scholarship. Additionally, the board will receive updates on librarian certification and library accreditation.

• 2027 budget proposal
• Purchase of new bookshelves
• Proposal for BFPL/Friends of the Library Foundation scholarship
• Update on east exterior wall
• Librarian certification and Library accreditation

The board voted to have Library Director Josh Abraham begin the certification process required for library accreditation. A motion to allocate $10,000 for new children's bookshelves was also noted, and vendor bills totaling $2,540.06 were approved. These actions move the library toward accreditation and improve its facilities.

• Approved vendor bills totaling $2,540.06 (Sheila motion, Geno second, carried)
• Authorized Josh Abraham to pursue librarian certification and library accreditation (Paul motion, Sheila second, carried)
• Allocated $10,000 for new children's section bookshelves
• Adopted agenda as presented (Paul motion, Maureen second, carried)

Legal Finance Committee

The Legal Finance Committee will adopt the agenda and then open a public comment period. It will discuss potential new website services provided by Apptegy. The meeting will conclude with an informational item and adjournment.

• Adopt the agenda as presented
• Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
• Discussion of new website services with Apptegy

The Legal Finance Committee adopted the agenda as presented. No action was taken on the proposed Apptegy website contract; the discussion was informational only. The meeting was adjourned at 5:45 PM.

• Adopted agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:45 PM (motion carried)

Public Works Committee

The Belle Fourche Public Works Committee will consider several old‑business items, including a potential chicken ordinance, a proposed road maintenance assessment fee, and how city ordinances might align with 2026 Senate Bill 3. In new business, the committee will recommend approval to surplus a Priefert roping chute with two lead‑ups and receive an informational update about tours of city facilities. No formal actions are scheduled for the informational item.

• Discussion of potential chicken ordinance (regulating hens, coops, prohibiting roosters)
• Discussion of potential road maintenance assessment fee
• Discussion of Belle Fourche ordinances to potentially reflect 2026 Senate Bill 3
• Recommendation to approve surplus of a Priefert roping chute with two lead‑ups
• Informational invitation for council members to tour city facilities with Public Works Director

The committee unanimously approved the authorization to surplus a Priefert roping chute with two lead ups. A tie vote (2‑2) on the updated chicken ordinance resulted in no action, sending it back for further consideration. Discussions on a potential road‑maintenance assessment fee and on aligning ordinances with 2026 Senate Bill 3 were tabled for future meetings. The meeting was adjourned at 5:11 p.m. by unanimous consent.

• Adopted agenda – unanimous vote
• Chicken ordinance motion – tie vote (2‑2), no action taken
• Road‑maintenance assessment fee discussion – tabled for June 8 meeting
• Senate Bill 3 ordinance review – tabled for July 13 meeting
• Approved surplus of Priefert roping chute – unanimous vote
• Adjourned meeting at 5:11 p.m. – unanimous vote

Planning Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a development proposal for a 40-unit land lease community and a conditional use permit for a diesel repair facility. The body will also review a zoning transfer from Rural to Urban District and a final plat for the Morningside Wetlands Subdivision.

• Conditional Use Permit for diesel repair facility at 703 Butte Street
• Resolution #17-2026 to transfer Lot 6, Block 8 Hat Ranch 2 Subdivision from Rural to Urban District
• Final Plat for Lots 1-7, Morningside Wetlands Subdivision
• Development proposal for 40-unit land lease community at Lot 2, Block 3, Morningside Addition #1
• Updates to City Ordinance 17.16.190 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit for a diesel repair facility at 703 Butte Street, adding staff‑recommended screening and parking conditions. It also unanimously approved a resolution moving Lot 6, Block 8 in the Hat Ranch 2 Subdivision from the Rural to the Urban district. A motion to approve the final plat for the Morningside Wetlands Subdivision was rejected and the item was tabled for further revision. The agenda adoption, minutes approval, and adjournment were also passed unanimously.

• Approved conditional use permit for diesel repair facility at 703 Butte St (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Lot 6, Block 8, Hat Ranch 2 Subdivision from Rural to Urban district (unanimous)
• Motion to approve final plat of Morningside Wetlands Subdivision failed; item tabled (unanimous to table)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 6, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:58 p.m. (unanimous)

Parks Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider several personnel actions, including approving two lifeguard resignations and recommending the hire of a new part‑time lifeguard. The meeting also includes introductions of a new board member and a new rec center operations manager. Additional agenda items cover community input, future activity ideas, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Approve resignation of Lifeguard Ambree Kirstene effective May 14, 2026
• Approve resignation of Lifeguard Keiana Rowett effective May 16, 2026
• Recommend hiring Evan Vissia as part‑time lifeguard at $15.41 per hour
• Introduce new Rec Center Operations Manager Patty Penrose
• Introduce new Parks and Recreation Advisory Board member Zach McPherson

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the prior meeting minutes and adopted its agenda. Vana Pistofzian was unanimously elected President and Trey Clarkson was unanimously elected Vice President. The board also accepted the resignations of two lifeguards, effective May 14 and May 16, 2026.

• Approved minutes from April 15, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Elected Vana Pistofzian as President (unanimous)
• Elected Trey Clarkson as Vice President (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Ambree Kirstene, Lifeguard, effective May 14, 2026 (passed without dissent)
• Accepted resignation of Keiana Rowett, Lifeguard, effective May 16, 2026 (passed without dissent)

Museum Board

The Tri-State Museum and Visitor Center Board will meet on May 12, 2026. The agenda includes a director's report, an update on the museum website, the upcoming summer schedule, and an informational item. No specific decisions or approvals beyond routine agenda and minutes are indicated.

• Director’s Report
• Website update
• Summer schedule
• Informational item

The board voted to approve the meeting agenda after a motion by Dean Bruner and a second by Edna Doherty. A second motion by Jana Bastian, seconded by Dean Bruner, approved the minutes from the April meeting. Both motions passed. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (passed)
• Approved April meeting minutes (passed)

Police Committee

The committee adopted its agenda at 4:34 pm by motion and carried the motion. The meeting was adjourned at 4:48 pm by motion. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made during this session.

• Adopt agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourn meeting (motion carried)

Police Committee

The Belle Fourche Police Committee meeting on May 12, 2026 will adopt its agenda, hear public discussion items, and receive reports from the Chief and Code Enforcement. No specific resolutions, contracts, or ordinance actions are listed on the agenda.

The committee approved the meeting agenda and later voted to adjourn. No substantive policy, budget, or personnel decisions were made beyond routine agenda adoption and adjournment.

• Adopt agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourn meeting (motion carried)

Legal Finance Committee

The Belle Fourche Legal Finance Committee will consider a recommendation to approve Ordinance 2-2026, a budget supplement that adds a $200,000 transfer to the Capital Improvement Fund and authorizes $315,000 in debt principal. It will also recommend approval of the Hitching Post’s Malt Beverage License to serve at the Riverfest event on June 6, 2026, on the lawn below the Tri‑State Museum & Visitor Center. Additional items include informational sales‑tax and budget reports and a report titled “Who Let the Dogz Out.” Public comments are allowed during the community‑input segment.

• Recommend approval of Hitching Post’s Malt Beverage License ($50.00 per day) for Riverfest on June 6, 2026
• Recommend approval of Ordinance 2-2026 – Budget Supplement (adds $200,000 transfer to CIP Fund and $315,000 debt principal)
• Sales Tax/Budget Reports (informational)
• Report: “Who Let the Dogz Out” (informational)
• Community input period for public comments (up to three minutes per speaker)

The committee adopted the agenda as presented and approved the Hitching Post’s malt beverage license for the Riverfest event on June 6, 2026. It also approved Ordinance 2-2026, a budget supplement to allow interest earnings from the Police Department Fund to be transferred to the CIP Fund and to pay the Police Department bond directly from the CIP Fund. The meeting was adjourned at 5:35 PM.

• Adopted agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved Hitching Post’s malt beverage license for Riverfest event (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 2-2026 – Budget Supplement to reallocate fund earnings (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:35 PM (motion carried)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider a new ordinance regulating the keeping of hens, including rules on coops, setbacks, and noise. The body will also review personnel changes and a construction change order for the Police Department building.

• Discussion and possible action on a potential chicken ordinance
• Change order 3 for Project 2026-16 (Police Department Building) in the amount of $13,093.00
• Hiring of DeWayne Engel as Roundup Grounds Technician at $21.00 per hour
• Personnel transfers for Kaitlyn Erhart and Tyson Bjornestad
• Discussion on adopting ordinances to reflect 2026 Senate Bill 3

The committee unanimously approved a $13,093 change order for the Police Department Building project. It also approved three personnel actions: a full‑time transfer for Kaitlyn Erhart, a part‑time transfer for Tyson Bjornestad, and the hiring of DeWayne Engel at $21 per hour. The resignation of Deborah Pitt was accepted, and the meeting was adjourned at 5:24 p.m.

• Approved change order 3 for Project 2026-16 – Police Department Building, $13,093 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Kaitlyn Erhart to full‑time Building Maintenance Technician, effective May 24, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Tyson Bjornestad to part‑time Custodian, effective May 24, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of DeWayne Engel as Roundup Grounds Technician at $21.00 per hour (unanimous)
• Approved resignation of Deborah Pitt as Building Maintenance Technician, effective May 23, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting at 5:24 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Zoning

The Belle Fourche Planning and Zoning Commission will review two final plat applications: Lot 7A Revised in the Busfield Addition No. 3 and Lot 13R in the Hillsview Addition. The meeting also includes updates on the Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance (17.16.190) and on Chapter 17 zoning district ordinances. City Engineer Brent Hardy will provide recommendations on the plats.

• Review and recommend approval of Final Plat for Lot 7A Revised (combined Lots 7A & 8A, Busfield Addition No. 3)
• Review and recommend approval of Final Plat for Lot 13R (combined Lots 13 & 14, Hillsview Addition)
• Update discussion on City Ordinance 17.16.190 – Accessory Dwelling Unit
• Update discussion on Chapter 17 zoning district ordinances
• Informational update on Morningside Wetlands Subdivision plat

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the final plat for Lot 7A Revised in the Busfield Addition No. 3, subject to staff‑cited conditions. It also unanimously approved the final plat for Lot 13R in the Hillsview Addition after required corrections were made. The commission noted an upcoming draft amendment to the accessory dwelling unit ordinance to be presented at the May 20 meeting. Discussions on adult‑oriented business zoning were held, but no action was taken.

• Adopt agenda (unanimous)
• Approve April 15, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Appoint Bob Somervold as Planning & Zoning Chair (unanimous)
• Appoint Tricia Fowler as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Approve final plat of Lot 7A Revised with conditions (unanimous)
• Approve final plat of Lot 13R after corrections (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting at 4:13 p.m. (unanimous)

Library Board

The Belle Fourche Library Board will meet to review the treasurer's report, approve bills, and discuss updates on shelving and state library park passes.

• Update on Shelving on Back Wall
• Update State Library Park Passes
• Approval of Bills as Presented
• Treasurer’s Report
• Minutes of Last Meeting

The board approved increasing the replacement fee for State Library Park Passes from $80 to $90. The motion was made by West, seconded by Pesicka, and carried. The board also approved the bills presented at the meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Increase State Library Park Pass replacement fee to $90 (motion carried)
• Approve bills as presented (motion carried)
• Adopt agenda as presented (motion carried)

Planning Zoning

The Belle Fourche Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a variance request to allow a new single-family house on Lot 12 in the American Estates Subdivision, which requires a 3.8-foot variance to the front setback and a 4-foot variance to the rear setback. The commission will also discuss accessory dwelling unit ordinances and zoning district updates.

• Variance request for new single-family house on Lot 12, American Estates Subdivision (3.8' front, 4' rear setback)
• Discussion on City Ordinance 17.16.190 – Accessory Dwelling Unit
• Discussion on Chapter 17 zoning district ordinances
• Update on Patricia Norman Subdivision Final Plat (approved April 1, 2026)
• Update on Hat Ranch #2 Subdivision Conditional Use Permit (discussed April 1, 2026)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a 4‑foot rear and front setback variance for a single‑family house on Lot 12, American Estates Subdivision, with a unanimous vote. The commission also recorded the prior approval of a final plat for Brendan Gallagher’s subdivision, which had been approved by both the commission and City Council on April 6, 2026. Several agenda items—including revisions to ADU ordinances, zoning‑district lot‑size standards, and research on sexually‑oriented businesses—were deferred to the May 6, 2026 meeting. No action was taken on a conditional‑use permit and garage‑ADU request, and an informational update on the Morningside Wetlands plat was noted.

• Approved 4‑foot setback variance for Lot 12, American Estates Subdivision (unanimous)
• Recorded approval of final plat for Brendan Gallagher subdivision (approved earlier)
• Deferred review of ADU ordinance drafts to May 6, 2026 (tabled)
• Deferred discussion of minimum/maximum lot‑area standards to May 6, 2026 (tabled)
• Deferred research on sexually‑oriented businesses in zoning districts to May 6, 2026 (tabled)
• No action on conditional use permit and garage‑ADU request for Todd Jansma (no action)
• Provided informational update on Morningside Wetlands subdivision plat (no action)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:47 p.m. (unanimous)

Airport Board

The Belle Fourche Airport Board will meet to review the status and scheduling of the taxi surface project, the AWOS-III project, and preliminary budget discussions. The meeting will also include a report from the Airport Manager and an opportunity for public comments.

• Taxi surface project status and scheduling
• AWOS-III project
• Airport Manager's Report
• Preliminary budget discussion
• Comments from the public

The board approved its meeting agenda. It adopted a recommendation to present the 2027 airport budget to the City Council. The meeting was adjourned at 6:56 PM.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Recommended 2027 airport budget to City Council (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Parks Recreation Advisory Board

The Belle Fourche Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will adopt its agenda, hear public comments, receive the Rec Center Director’s report, discuss an ordinance, and get updates from workgroups. The meeting will also confirm the date for the next board session.

• Adopt the agenda
• Community Input period for public comments
• Rec Center Director’s Report
• Ordinance discussion
• Workgroup updates

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda by unanimous motion. The board then unanimously approved a motion to adjourn. No other formal actions or approvals were recorded.

• Adopt agenda (motion passed without dissent)
• Adjourn meeting (motion passed without dissent)

Museum Board

The Tri‑State Museum and Visitor Center Board will hold a regular meeting to call the meeting to order, approve the agenda and minutes from the March meeting, hear the Director’s Report, and receive informational items before adjourning.

• Call meeting to order
• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes from March meeting
• Director’s Report
• Informational

The board passed a motion to approve Austin and a separate motion to approve the March meeting minutes. Both motions were seconded and recorded as passed. The director reported increased visitor numbers, upcoming events, and a contract with Moxie Marketing to renovate the website and digitize archives. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Austin (motion passed)
• Approved March meeting minutes (motion passed)

Library Board

The Belle Fourche Library Board will vote on reappointing two trustees, consider the annual report, and address the resignation of Library Director Wanda Nelson. The board will also approve any pending bills. These items comprise the primary business for the April 7 meeting.

• Reappointment of Maureen Beals to the Library Board of Trustees
• Reappointment of Paul Howard to the Library Board of Trustees
• Review of the Annual Report
• Resignation of Library Director Wanda Nelson
• Approval of Bills as Presented

The board reappointed Maureen Beals and Paul Howard to the Library Board for terms ending in 2029. The board accepted the resignation of Library Director Wanda Nelson. The board approved payments to four vendors totaling 4132.99. All motions were carried.

• Reappointed Maureen Beals to the Library Board (term through 2029) – motion carried
• Reappointed Paul Howard to the Library Board (term through 2029) – motion carried
• Accepted resignation of Library Director Wanda Nelson – motion carried
• Approved payment to Book Systems, Inc. 1959.00 – motion carried
• Approved payment to MicroMarketing 2112.99 – motion carried
• Approved payment to Kanopy 50.00 – motion carried
• Approved payment to Ebsco 11.00 – motion carried

Planning Zoning

The commission will follow up on a conditional use permit and variance request for a garage with an accessory dwelling unit on Lot 8, Block 4, Hat Ranch #2 (11041 Wagon Box Drive) submitted by Todd Jansma. It will also consider final plat applications for the Morningside Wetlands Subdivision (Lots 1‑8) by Chad Truax, for Lot 4A, Block 2 in the Patricia Norman Subdivision by Brendan Gallagher, and for Lots 12A‑12D, Block 1 in the Prairie View Addition by Todd Moseley. The commission will provide updates on prior city actions, including the approval of Moseley’s final plat and the denial of Truax’s plat, and will share an informational notice about scam emails.

• Conditional Use Permit & Variance for garage with ADU – Todd Jansma, Lot 8, Block 4, Hat Ranch #2, 11041 Wagon Box Drive
• Final Plat for Lots 1‑8, Morningside Wetlands Subdivision – Chad Truax
• Final Plat for Lot 4A, Block 2, Patricia Norman Subdivision – Brendan Gallagher
• Final Plat for Lots 12A‑12D, Block 1, Prairie View Addition – Todd Moseley (approved with conditions)
• Informational notice about scam emails impersonating city employees

The Belle Fourche Planning and Zoning Commission approved the final plat for Lot 4A, Block 2, Patricia Norman Subdivision with staff‑cited conditions. It denied the final plat application from Chad Truax for the Morningside Wetlands Subdivision and tabled the conditional use permit and variance request from Todd Jansma. The agenda was adopted with Agenda Item #5 removed and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved final plat for Lot 4A, Block 2, Patricia Norman Subdivision (unanimous vote)
• Denied final plat for Chad Truax, Morningside Wetlands Subdivision (no vote recorded)
• Tabled conditional use permit and variance request for Todd Jansma (no vote recorded)
• Adopted agenda with amendment striking Agenda Item #5 (unanimous vote)
• Approved minutes of March 18, 2026 (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:24 p.m. (unanimous vote)

Planning Zoning

The Belle Fourche Planning and Zoning Commission will review a conditional use permit and variance request for a garage with an accessory dwelling unit on 11041 Wagon Box Drive. The commission will also consider final plat submissions for the Morningside Wetlands (lots 1‑8) and Prairie View (lots 12A‑12D) subdivisions. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of the March 4 minutes and an update on a preliminary plan with no action.

• Conditional Use Permit & Variance – garage with accessory dwelling unit (99.8% of primary unit) for Todd Jansma, Lot 8, Block 4, Hat Ranch #2 Subdivision, 11041 Wagon Box Drive
• Final Plat – Lots 1‑8, Morningside Wetlands Subdivision, formerly Lot DR, Block 1, Morningside Addition No. 1
• Final Plat – Lots 12A‑12D, Block 1, Prairie View Addition, formerly the north half of Lot 12
• Approve minutes of the March 4, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
• Update on preliminary plan for Morningside Wetlands (no action) – staff noted missing lot dimensions, setbacks, and utility information

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the March 4 minutes. It tabled the conditional use permit and variance for a garage accessory dwelling unit on Lot 8, Block 4. It denied the final plat for eight lots in the Morningside Wetlands subdivision and approved, with conditions, the final plat for four lots in the Prairie View addition. The meeting adjourned at 4:24 p.m.

• Adopt agenda (unanimous vote)
• Approve March 4, 2026 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Table conditional use permit and variance for Lot 8, Block 4 (unanimous vote)
• Deny final plat for Lots 1‑8, Morningside Wetlands Subdivision (unanimous vote)
• Approve final plat for Lots 12A‑12D, Prairie View Addition with conditions (unanimous vote)
• Adjourn meeting at 4:24 p.m. (unanimous vote)

Parks Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will approve minutes from the February meeting, adopt the agenda, and hear community input. It will consider three staff resignations and a wage adjustment for a lifeguard. The board will also discuss hiring Fawn Frost as a Building Supervisor at $15.00 per hour and updates on banner postings and workgroup activities.

• Accept resignation of lifeguard Abigal Vissia, effective immediately
• Accept resignation of lifeguard Dylan Park, effective March 16, 2026
• Accept resignation of Customer Service Representative Viktoriia Zolotova, effective March 11, 2026
• Hire Fawn Frost as Building Supervisor at $15.00 per hour
• Wage adjustment for lifeguard Joselyn Shockey from $15.83 to $16.33 per hour

Museum Board

The Tri-State Museum and Visitor Center Board will convene to call the meeting to order, approve the agenda, approve minutes from the February meeting, receive the Director’s Report, discuss informational items, and then adjourn.

• Call meeting to order
• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes from February meeting
• Director’s Report
• Informational items

The board voted to approve Austin, with Bastian seconding the motion, and the motion passed. A separate motion to approve the February meeting minutes, seconded by Austin, also passed. No vote counts were recorded.

• Approved Austin (motion passed)
• Approved February meeting minutes (motion passed)

Planning Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss a preliminary plan to create eight lots from Lot DR in the Morningside Addition No. 1. The meeting will also include updates on previously approved actions regarding a daycare permit, a garage variance, and a final plat.

• Preliminary Plan for Lots 1-8, Morningside Wetlands Subdivision (Applicant: Chad Truax)
• Update on Conditional Use Permit for daycare at 19236 Hat Ranch Drive
• Update on 1-foot side setback variance for garage at 619 Lawrence Street
• Update on Final Plat for Lots L1, L2, and L3, Peaceful Pines Subdivision

The Planning and Zoning Commission adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from the January 28, 2026 meeting. No action was taken on the preliminary plat for the Morningside Wetlands Subdivision. The commission adjourned the meeting.

• Adopt agenda – unanimous vote
• Approve Jan 28, 2026 minutes – unanimous vote (one abstention)
• No action on preliminary plan for Morningside Wetlands subdivision
• Adjourn meeting – unanimous vote

Library Board

The Belle Fourche Library Board will adopt the agenda, review minutes and reports, and hold a discussion on interior walls for the library. After the discussion, the board will vote to approve the bills presented. The meeting concludes with adjournment.

• Discussion on interior walls
• Approval of bills as presented

The board adopted the agenda and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It then approved a series of purchase bills, including Diamond Lake Books ($322.74) and Micro Marketing ($1,436.87). All motions carried.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (motion carried)
• Approved purchase bills as presented (motion carried)

Technology Board

The Technology Advisory Board meeting scheduled for February 24, 2026, was cancelled due to lack of a quorum. All future meetings are cancelled until further notice.

Parks Recreation Advisory Board

The Belle Fourche Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will approve minutes from its January 28 meeting, consider two staff resignations, and discuss hiring a new part‑time lifeguard. It will also review banner posting and pricing suggestions. The meeting includes community input, a director’s report, and scheduling of the next board session.

• Approve Advisory Board minutes from the January 28, 2026 meeting
• Accept resignation of Dillon Odle, Customer Service Representative (effective Feb 2 2026)
• Accept resignation of Dayna Clark, Sports Official (effective immediately)
• Hire Joselyn Shockey as a part‑time lifeguard at $15.83 per hour
• Discuss BFRC banner posting and pricing suggestions

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board approved the January 28 minutes and adopted its agenda. It accepted the resignations of Dillon Odle and Dayna Clark, and approved hiring Joselyn Shockey as a part‑time lifeguard at $15.83 per hour. The banner‑pricing discussion was tabled for the next meeting, and the next board meeting was set for March 11, 2026.

• Approved January 28 minutes (motion carried)
• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Accepted resignation of Dillon Odle, Customer Service Representative (effective Feb 2 2026) (motion carried)
• Accepted resignation of Dayna Clark, Sports Official (effective immediately) (motion carried)
• Approved hiring of Joselyn Shockey as part‑time lifeguard at $15.83/hr (motion carried)
• Tabled banner posting and pricing discussion until next meeting (motion carried)
• Confirmed next meeting for March 11, 2026 at 5:30 pm (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:34 pm (motion carried)

Museum Board

The Tri-State Museum and Visitor Center Board will meet to conduct standard business. Items include calling the meeting to order, approving the agenda, and approving minutes from the January meeting. The Director will give a report and there will be an informational segment before adjournment. No substantive policy decisions are listed.

• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes from January meeting
• Director’s Report
• Informational segment

The Tri‑State Museum and Visitor Center Board voted to approve the meeting agenda and to accept the minutes from the January meeting. Both motions passed. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:45 p.m.

• Approved agenda (passed)
• Approved January meeting minutes (passed)
• Adjourned meeting (no vote recorded)

Planning Zoning

The February 4, 2026, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2026.

Library Board

The Library Board will conduct routine business including adopting the agenda, reviewing minutes, and receiving reports from the treasurer and librarian. They will hear community input and discuss personal safety under new business. Finally, they will approve bills as presented before adjourning.

• Discussion on Personal Safety
• Approval of Bills as Presented

The Belle Fourche Library Board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Staff personal safety was discussed. The board approved six library program bills totaling $8,207.08.

• Adopt agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approve minutes from last meeting (motion carried)
• Approve library program bills: Collaborative Summer Reading Program, MicroMarketing, Diamond Lake Books, Kids Reference, Playaway Products, Kanopy (motion carried)

Planning Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a home daycare and a setback variance for a new garage. The body will also review a final plat for the Peaceful Pines Subdivision.

• Conditional Use Permit for a daycare at 19236 Hat Ranch Drive (Christina Stirling)
• 1-foot side setback variance for a new garage at 619 Lawrence Street (Colten Broderson)
• Final Plat for Peaceful Pines Subdivision (Robert Shear)
• Review of minutes from December 10, 2025

The Belle Fourche Planning and Zoning Commission met in a special session on Jan 28, 2026 and took several actions. It unanimously approved a conditional use permit for a home daycare at 19236 Hat Ranch Drive, a 1‑foot side‑setback variance for a new garage at 619 Lawrence Street, and a final plat for Lots L1‑L3 in the Peaceful Pines Subdivision. The commission also adopted the agenda, approved the Dec 10, 2025 minutes, and adjourned at 4:07 p.m.

• Approved conditional use permit for daycare at 19236 Hat Ranch Drive (unanimous)
• Approved 1‑foot side‑setback variance for garage at 619 Lawrence Street (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Lots L1‑L3, Peaceful Pines Subdivision (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Dec 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:07 p.m. (unanimous)

Parks Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hold an open session to discuss several items, including the department's budget and updates to the city website. The board will also consider long‑range park planning, the Belle Fourche Plan 2030, and forming a working group to assist members with tasks. A 5‑year operations plan will be begun as required by BF City Ordinance 2.56.150C.

• Budget Discussion
• Discussion on updating City website to reflect “Parks and Recreation Advisory Board” rather than “Rec Center Committee.”
• Discussion on Belle Fourche Plan 2030
• Forming a working group to assist board members with time‑consuming tasks
• Begin forming a 5‑year operations plan as required by BF City Ordinance 2.56.150C

The board approved the January 24, 2026 advisory minutes and adopted the amended agenda. A discussion on a banner posting was tabled with no resolution. The board will conduct a survey before considering 24‑hour access to the recreation center and will update the city website to reflect the board’s name. A working group will be formed to develop the 5‑year operations plan.

• Approved the January 24, 2026 advisory board minutes (motion carried)
• Adopted the meeting agenda as amended (motion carried)
• Tabled the banner posting discussion (no resolution)
• Decided to conduct a survey before pursuing 24‑hour Rec Center access (survey to be prepared)
• Assigned Hobbs‑Vetter to send website updates for the board name change
• Authorized formation of a working group for the 5‑year operations plan (Pistofzian to lead)
• Scheduled next board meeting for February 11, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Airport Board

The Belle Fourche Airport Board meeting on Jan. 21, 2026 will include updates on the pilot lounge, hangar rentals, and the taxi surface project. The agenda also provides time for public comments and the manager’s report. No formal actions are listed; the items appear to be informational.

• Pilot lounge update
• Hangar rental status
• Taxi surface project status
• Airport Manager's Report
• Comments from the public

The board approved the meeting agenda. Reports were given on an FAA lounge application, hangar rental capacity, a taxi‑surface preconstruction conference, airport fuel statistics, an AWOS replacement schedule, and a county height‑restriction ordinance, but no actions were taken on any of those items. The board then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved adjournment (motion carried)

Parks Recreation Advisory Board

The Belle Fourche Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider several routine items, including approving minutes from the December 10, 2025 meeting and adopting the agenda. The board will discuss recent disciplinary issues, a possible church pickup arrangement, and insurance changes at the rec center. A key decision will be to accept the resignation of lifeguard Evan Vissia. The meeting will also include a budget review and a parks update.

• Approve Advisory Board minutes from the December 10, 2025 meeting
• Adopt the agenda for the January 14, 2026 meeting
• Discuss recent disciplinary issues and actions at the Belle Fourche Rec Center
• Approve the resignation of lifeguard Evan Vissia, effective December 12, 2025
• Review the Parks and Recreation budget

The board approved the minutes from the December 10, 2025 meeting and adopted the agenda for the session. It accepted the resignation of lifeguard Evan Vissia, effective December 12, 2025. No other formal actions were taken; other items were discussed or noted for future follow‑up.

• Approved December 10, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved resignation of lifeguard Evan Vissia (motion carried)
• Welcomed new board member Vana Pistoftzian (acknowledged)
• Acknowledged resignation of board member Heidi Parker (acknowledged)

Museum Board

The Tri-State Museum and Visitor Center Board will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from the December meeting. The board will also receive reports on advertising, visitation, and store operations.

• Approve minutes from December meeting
• Receive Director’s Report
• Receive Advertising, Visitation and Store Reports
• Informational items

The Tri‑State Museum and Visitor Center Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the December meeting. Both motions were made by Penny Austin, seconded by Edna Doherty, and passed. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved agenda (motion by Austin, seconded by Doherty, passed)
• Approved December meeting minutes (motion by Austin, seconded by Doherty, passed)

Public Works Committee

The scheduled Public Works Committee meeting for Monday, January 12, 2026, has been cancelled. The city announced that all future Public Works Committee meetings are cancelled until further notice.

Legal Finance Committee

The scheduled Legal Finance Committee meeting for January 12, 2026 was cancelled. All future Legal Finance Committee meetings have also been cancelled until further notice.

Planning Zoning

The Belle Fourche Planning and Zoning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Jan 7, 2026 at City Hall was cancelled. The commission noted the next meeting will be on Wednesday, February 4, 2025.

Library Board

The Belle Fourche Library Board will convene to approve bills, review the previous meeting's minutes, and discuss suggestions regarding open meeting laws. The meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

• Approval of bills as presented
• Review of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of open meeting law suggestions

The Belle Fourche Library Board adopted the agenda and approved the minutes from the prior meeting. It also approved eight purchase bills for library services and materials. No new business was discussed.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting
• Approved SDSHS Membership bill $55.00
• Approved MicroMarketing bill $1,982.34
• Approved Diamond Lake Books bill $547.95
• Approved Playaway Products bill $356.95
• Approved Kanopy bill $64.00
• Approved Demco bill $92.52