Belle Fourche public meetings in 2020

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council held a regular meeting, approving a consent agenda and several regular agenda items. Key actions included approving business license renewals, authorizing two Bridge Improvement Grant applications, and approving various equipment purchases. The council also discussed but took no action on the appraisal and acquisition of a property.

• Approved consent agenda including REC Center hires, policy amendments, and franchise transfer (8-0)
• Approved annual renewals for Mobile Home Court and Campground Licenses, except City View and Plainsview (8-0, Talkington abstained)
• Approved pawn broker license renewal for Keith Rodgers/KCR Enterprises DBA Dakota Pawn (8-0)
• Approved new taxicab license for Heather Gatzke DBA Lyft (8-0)
• Approved taxicab license renewal for Amanda Cole DBA Anytime Taxi (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 48-2020 authorizing Bridge Improvement Grant application for SN 10-105-376 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 49-2020 authorizing Bridge Improvement Grant application for SN 10-100-374 (8-0)
• Approved purchase of Ranger Crew XP1000 UTV for Police Department for $29,443.58 (8-0)

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council approved a conditional use permit for a vehicle service and repair business at 922 State Street, with conditions including screening and no outdoor storage in front. The council also approved several other items, including a consent agenda, annexation petition, and various contracts and payments. All votes were unanimous except one abstention.

• Approved conditional use permit for vehicle service & repair at 922 State Street (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including declaring Aviary surplus and Resolution 46-2020 transferring Lot 5, Block 5, Willow Creek #4 from rural to urban (unanimous)
• Approved annexation petition for Richard Peterson property in Butte County (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign pre-grant application for Airport 2021 CIP (unanimous)
• Approved renewed Onsolve contract at $3,000/year for two years (unanimous)
• Approved $7,004.67 quote from All Net Connect for network equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $62,447.80 quote from Forterra for box culvert for 6th Avenue Bridge (unanimous)
• Approved city departments closed on Christmas Eve with paid leave (unanimous)

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council approved the consent agenda, which included hiring Glenda Larson as Accounts Payable Clerk at $15.29/hour, accepting resignations, and authorizing street closures for the Halloween Parade. The council also passed the second reading of Ordinance 13.08.400 on delinquent accounts and termination of service, and approved a wage adjustment for Brigette Waugh to $16.06/hour. Final payment of $178,036.08 was approved for the Hay Creek Crossing Replacement project.

• Approved consent agenda (motion carried) including hiring Glenda Larson, accepting resignations, and street closure for Halloween Parade
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 13.08.400 Delinquent Accounts—Termination of Service (7-0 roll call)
• Approved wage adjustment for Brigette Waugh from $15.67 to $16.06 per hour
• Approved final payment of $178,036.08 to Ainsworth Benning Construction for Hay Creek Crossing Replacement
• Approved bills as presented (total $403,380.58 including payroll)
• Adjourned at 6:19 P.M.

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 15-2020 (2021 Appropriations) and Ordinance 14-2020 (Rural Service District Lands Designated – Zoned – Subdivision Requires Plat), both by unanimous roll call votes. The council also approved a consent agenda covering personnel changes, equipment purchases, and other routine items, and took action on several regular agenda items including wage adjustments, equipment purchases, and contract payments. A proposal to rename the Community Center to 'Belle Fourche Rec Center' was referred back to committee.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance 14-2020 (Rural Service District Lands) (8-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 15-2020 (2021 Appropriations) (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including hiring of part-time police officer Noah Nyok at $19.57/hr and purchase of Motorola radios for $5,126.94
• Referred Community Center name/logo change back to committee
• Approved wage adjustment for Liquor Store Manager Brenda Allen to $38,954.99 annual salary
• Approved payoff of Landfill Motor Grader for $149,084.74 to CAT
• Approved purchase of 7 Mobile Data tablets and software for $57,219.93 (grant-funded)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Emergency Replacement Spring Water Line for $206,971.29

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council met in special session for the third budget session, reviewing suggested 2021 allocations for various organizations. No formal votes were taken on the allocations; they were presented for consideration. The council also set the first reading of Ordinance 15-2020 (2021 Appropriations) for September 8, 2020, at 6:00 P.M. in regular session, and adjourned at 7:30 P.M.

• Adopted the agenda (motion Schmidt, second Somervold).
• Reviewed suggested 2021 allocations, including $39,000 for Belle Fourche Development Corporation, $30,000 for Black Hills Roundup, and $29,000 for the Chamber of Commerce.
• Scheduled first reading of Ordinance 15-2020 (2021 Appropriations) for September 8, 2020, at 6:00 P.M.
• Adjourned at 7:30 P.M. (motion Somervold, second Reich).

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council met in special session for its second budget work session focused on the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). No formal decisions were made; the council adopted the agenda and adjourned. The next budget work session is scheduled for September 3rd at 6:00 P.M. to cover allocation requests.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (motion by Hintz, second by Reich)
• Adjourned at 7:10 P.M. (motion by Somervold, second by Martin)

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council approved several contracts and licenses, including awarding the Lawrence Street improvement project design to Brosz Engineering for $120,360 and the 6th Avenue Hay Creek Bridge replacement engineering to Brosz for up to $375,000. The council also approved a liquor license transfer to Los Agaves, LLC, and special event liquor licenses for the Vale Fire Department and Loyal Order of Moose. Additionally, the council seated LuAnn Trudo for the vacant Ward 1 position and approved multiple hires and payments.

• Approved liquor license transfer from Trails End Saloon to Los Agaves, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $120,360 design contract for Lawrence Street Project 2020-14 to Brosz Engineering
• Approved up to $375,000 engineering for 6th Avenue Hay Creek Bridge Replacement to Brosz Engineering
• Approved hire of Sandy Hammill as Solid Waste Collector at $15.67/hr (Ager abstained)
• Approved removal of 'No parking on snow days' sign on Grant Street
• Approved $2,400 BFACC Wifi Room furniture and wall wrap (5-2, Schmidt and Talkington nay)
• Approved $283,566.11 payment to Dean Kurtz Construction for Day Street Lift Station
• Seated LuAnn Trudo for Ward 1 Council vacancy

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council approved a special liquor license for the Cowboy Back Bar to serve at the 1st Annual Brian Curtis Memorial Bull Riding event on August 15, 2020. The council also tabled a decision on the 4th of July parade route until September 8, 2020, and approved the Cattle Drive route for June 30, 2021. Several personnel actions and payments for bridge and roadway projects were approved.

• Approved special liquor license for Cowboy Back Bar at bull riding event
• Tabled 4th of July parade route until September 8, 2020
• Approved Cattle Drive route for June 30, 2021
• Approved transfer of Ryan Reeves to Landfill Equipment Operator IV/Foreman at $22.14/hr
• Approved resignation of Lou Florez as Museum Volunteer Coordinator/Gift Shop Manager
• Authorized advertisement for Museum Volunteer Coordinator/Gift Shop Manager position
• Approved payments to HDR for bridge and roadway projects totaling $30,842.99
• Approved bills as presented

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute documents to receive CARES Act funds for COVID-19-related costs, and authorized the mayor to sign the state reimbursement agreement. The council also approved a consent agenda that included hiring two employees, issuing a credit card, and approving multiple property transfers from rural to urban service districts. Several ordinances were introduced, and various contracts, wage adjustments, and resignations were approved.

• Approved Resolution 26-2020 authorizing execution of CARES Act funding documents (motion carried)
• Authorized Mayor to sign State of South Dakota Local Government COVID Recovery Fund Reimbursement Agreement (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda including hiring Jennifer Winter and Leif Atkinson, issuing credit card to CharLee Bachman, and approving property transfers (Resolutions 17-2020, 18-2020, 19-2020, 21-2020, 22-2020, 23-2020, 25-2020) (motion carried)
• Approved Special Malt Beverage License for Hometown Thursdays at Sweet Corn Festival (motion carried)
• Waived fees for Special Malt Beverage License for Sweet Corn Festival (motion carried)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 7-2020 amending Sign Ordinance (roll call: 7 ayes)
• Approved $24,000 for metal art for State Street landscaping (consent agenda)
• Approved $262,138.76 payment to Sacrison Paving for Summit Street and Country Club Drive overlays (motion carried)

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council approved several routine items, including hiring Sherry Wendt as part-time Building Manager at $9.73/hour, a 90-day residency extension for the Liquor Store Manager, and accepting two resignations. Contracts were awarded for baler bags ($52,272 to Accent Wire) and cemetery paving ($9,805 to Sacrison Paving), and a $3,923.82 lighting repair at the Tri-State Museum was approved. The council also authorized a July 4th State Street closure for Rodeo Day and approved the bills as presented.

• Hired Sherry Wendt as part-time Building Manager at $9.73/hour
• Approved 90-day residency extension for Liquor Store Manager Brenda Allen
• Approved resignation of Accounts Receivable Clerk Shelia Erhart effective May 26, 2020
• Approved resignation of Nicole Kellem from Community Center Customer Service effective May 27, 2020
• Awarded Project 2020-18 Baler Bags to Accent Wire for $52,272.00
• Approved Sacrison Paving to pave Pine Slope Cemetery for $9,805.00
• Approved Johnson Electric to replace museum lights for $3,923.82
• Approved State Street closure July 4, 2020 from 5th to 7th Avenue for Rodeo Day

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council approved the 2020-2021 malt beverage and SD farm wine license renewals, hired CharLee Bachman as Human Resources Manager, and approved several contracts including a $121,000 DOT bridge grant agreement and a $288,220.39 payment for the Day Street Lift Station project. The council also declared two properties at 314 Summit Street as nuisances and ratified committee appointments with a roll call vote of 6-1.

• Approved 2020-2021 Malt Beverage & SD Farm Wine license renewals
• Hired CharLee Bachman as Human Resources Manager at $20.56/hour (G12, S7), effective June 1, 2020
• Approved $121,000 DOT Bridge Improvement Grant agreement for structure 10-096-374
• Authorized work order for Brosz Engineering for Roundup Street Bridge design, not to exceed $18,858.24
• Approved CARES grant application for $30,000 for the municipal airport
• Declared 314 Summit Street Lot 18 and Lot 35 as nuisances
• Awarded Project 2020-17 Aggregate to Johner Gravel (low bidder)
• Ratified committee appointments with addition of Revitalize Committee (roll call 6-1)

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council held a virtual meeting on May 4, 2020, and made several decisions. They elected Annie Reich as Council Vice President, rehired a seasonal employee, approved two liquor store employee reclassifications, and authorized several contracts and change orders. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

• Elected Annie Reich as Council Vice President (5-3)
• Rehired John King for Public Works summer 2020 at $15.55/hr (unanimous)
• Reclassified Matthew Wilson from part-time to seasonal at Belle Package Liquor Store (unanimous)
• Reclassified Cheryl Miller to regular part-time with wage increase to $10.82/hr (unanimous)
• Authorized bids for Project 2020-18 Baler Bags (unanimous)
• Approved $7,326 for Landfill heater replacement by Rasmussen Mechanical (unanimous)
• Approved change order #1 for Day Street Lift Station at $16,116.09 (unanimous)
• Approved change order #2 for Day Street Lift Station at $40,439.18 (unanimous)

City Council

The council approved hiring Brosz Engineering to analyze the structural needs of the closed 6th Avenue bridge, with costs not to exceed $7,500. They also approved payments for the Day Street Lift Station, transferred bond reserve funds for refinancing, and reappointed two Library Board members. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved Brosz Engineering bridge analysis, not to exceed $7,500 (7-0)
• Approved $217,171.48 payment to Dean Kurtz Construction for Day Street Lift Station (7-0)
• Approved $7,550.70 payment to HDR for Day Street Lift Station (7-0)
• Transferred $321,245 from 2012 Bond reserve to Truist Bank for Refinancing Bonds 2020A (7-0)
• Transferred $156,537 from 2007 Bond reserve to Truist Bank for Refinancing Bonds 2020A (7-0)
• Reappointed Maureen Beals to Library Board of Trustees (7-0)
• Reappointed Paul Howard to Library Board of Trustees (7-0)
• Approved $25,702.08 for new liquor store Point of Sale system (7-0)

City Council

The council approved two COVID-19-related resolutions: Resolution 14-2020 encouraging social distancing and business precautions, and Resolution 15-2020 temporarily waiving utility late fees, disconnections, and online payment fees for at least 60 days. It also approved several payments, including $28,904.44 for street overlay and up to $10,000 for intersection repairs, and declared surplus equipment for auction. The first reading of Ordinance 9-2020, a COVID-19 emergency ordinance, was held with no vote.

• Approved Resolution 14-2020 encouraging COVID-19 precautions (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 15-2020 waiving utility penalties and disconnections for 60 days (motion carried)
• Approved $28,904.44 payment to Sacrison Paving for Summit St & Country Club overlay (motion carried)
• Approved up to $10,000 for State Street & 8th Avenue intersection repairs (motion carried)
• Approved $8,325.93 payment to HDR Engineering (motion carried)
• Declared 12 surplus items for public auction (motion carried)
• Approved $345,541 State Revolving Fund loan reimbursement request (motion carried)
• Accepted resignation of HR Manager Nora Erhart (motion carried)

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council met in special session and held the first reading of Ordinance 8-2020, which declares a health emergency and limits public gatherings within the city and one mile of city limits. One resident spoke in opposition. No vote was taken on the ordinance; the council only adjourned after the reading.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Held first reading of Ordinance 8-2020 declaring a health emergency and limiting public gatherings
• Adjourned at 7:15 P.M. (motion carried)

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council approved a second reading of Ordinance 6-2020, amending zoning for Highway Commercial, Light Industrial, and Heavy Industrial districts, with a 6-2 vote. A separate ordinance requiring a fireworks license failed on a 4-4 tie. The council also approved several routine items, including liquor licenses, hirings, a nuisance declaration, and a tractor purchase.

• Approved Ordinance 6-2020 zoning amendments for commercial and industrial districts (6-2)
• Failed Ordinance 5-2020 requiring fireworks license (4-4 tie)
• Approved The Branding Iron's special liquor license for Chamber Banquet (unanimous)
• Approved The Outlaw Saloon's special liquor license for Promote Your Business event (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Johnna Ramirez as full-time manager at Belle Package Liquor Store at $38,004.86 annual salary
• Approved hiring Leah Brence as casual Sports Official at Community Center
• Declared 814 Butte Street as a nuisance
• Awarded Project 2020-5 New Front Wheel Assist Tractor to Grossenburg for $67,476.77

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council approved a resolution authorizing up to $3.1 million in sales tax revenue refunding bonds, approved a conditional use permit for basement self-storage units at 517 State Street, and approved several special on-sale liquor licenses for events at Community Hall. The council also passed the second reading of an ordinance penalizing excessive absences from meetings, declared 215 6th Avenue a nuisance, and authorized legal action on 501 3rd Avenue. All votes were unanimous except for the ordinance, which passed 7-1.

• Approved Resolution 4-2020 for Block 16 alley assessment roll (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for basement self-storage at 517 State Street (unanimous)
• Approved special liquor license for Sportsman's Club banquet (unanimous)
• Approved special liquor license for Dueling Pianos event (unanimous)
• Approved special liquor license for Joe Florez benefit (unanimous)
• Approved special liquor license for funeral service (unanimous)
• Approved special liquor license for wedding ceremony (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 4-2020 on meeting absences (7-1)

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council approved special liquor licenses for the Moose Lodge and Black Hills Roundup events, hired a new full-time police officer, and passed two ordinances on second reading. The council also approved several purchases and payments, including an ice rink, dump trailer, and construction services. All votes were unanimous unless otherwise noted.

• Approved Loyal Order of Moose special liquor license for pool league playoffs (unanimous)
• Approved Black Hills Roundup special liquor licenses for rodeo and street dance (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 1-2020 amending Family Day Care chapter (8-0 roll call)
• Passed Ordinance 2-2020 amending commercial district regulations (8-0 roll call)
• Approved hiring Alexander Brost as full-time police officer at $16.46/hr (unanimous)
• Approved $8,369 purchase of ice rink from EZ Ice Rinks (unanimous)
• Approved $7,800 purchase of dump trailer from Carl's Trailer Sales (unanimous)
• Approved $28,350 payment to HDR for Hay Creek Bridge project (unanimous)

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council held a special session to hear an appeal by residents Bob and Betsy Mackey of a Police Committee decision concerning Prairie Hills Road. After testimony and legal counsel, the Council voted to uphold the Police Committee's decision. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including adopting the agenda and adjourning.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Uphheld Police Committee decision on Prairie Hills Road complaint (motion carried)
• Adjourned at 8:08 P.M. (motion carried)

City Council

The Belle Fourche City Council and Butte County Commissioners held a special informational session to discuss Dispatch Center Operations. No formal decisions or votes were made, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:55 P.M.