{
 "city": "Brookings County",
 "state": "South Dakota",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/brookingscountysd.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
 "upcoming": [],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on new alcoholic beverage license regulations",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Commission will hold a public hearing and second reading for an ordinance regarding alcoholic beverage licenses. The body will also discuss the 2027 budget and consider several resolutions for infrastructure and board appointments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-1279",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-20",
   "body": "Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center Advisory Board",
   "headline": "Board will approve agenda, minutes, and financial report",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center Advisory Board will conduct standard procedural business, including confirming a quorum, approving the meeting agenda, approving the May 18th, 2026 minutes, and approving the financial report. No substantive policy items are on the agenda. The meeting also includes a director’s report and a 4-H Youth Advisor’s report, and provides an opportunity for a citizen to request future agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for September 21, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07202026-1280",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Brookings County Housing & Redevelopment Commission",
   "headline": "Housing commission to review client complaint update",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Housing and Redevelopment Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes, financials, and staff reports. The only substantive item is an update on a client complaint under old business. No new business items are listed. The meeting is mostly procedural.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-1278",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07162026-1278",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "Commission will vote to approve Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program grant",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Commission will consider and vote on Agreement #26-45, a Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program grant with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Build America Bureau. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge, and approval of the agenda. After the grant approval, the meeting will adjourn.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-1277",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07092026-1277",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-09",
   "body": "Brookings County 765kV Transmission Line Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "765kV transmission line committee to discuss comprehensive plan and zoning",
   "summary": "The Brookings County 765kV Transmission Line Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from June 10, 2026, and discuss subcommittee membership. Under new business, members will review the subcommittee's purpose statement and discuss the Brookings County Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance. No action items are scheduled; these are discussion-only items.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07092026-1275",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07092026-1275",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Brookings County/City of Brookings Joint Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board to consider variance request for property at 517 58th Ave",
   "summary": "The Joint Board of Adjustment will meet to review a variance application regarding aquifer protection performance standards. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-1272",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "County approves bridge construction and surplus gun sales",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Commission will consider approving construction contracts for two county bridges and selling surplus firearms to the sheriff and a former deputy. The board will also hold a first reading on an ordinance regarding alcoholic beverage licenses.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-1276",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07072026-1276",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Brookings County Board of Adjustment to rule on variance and cell tower permit",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Planning & Zoning Commission will convene as the Board of Adjustment to decide two applications. A variance request from Geff Goodfellow for property at 19989 462nd Ave in Bruce seeks relief from agricultural district area regulations. A conditional use permit from The Tower, LLC would allow a wireless telecommunication tower in Medary Township. Other items include approval of minutes and department reports.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-1274",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "Budget hearings for multiple county departments",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Commission will hold budget hearings for several departments, including 4-H/Extension, Register of Deeds, Weed & Pest, State's Attorney, Community Health, County Development, BCOAC, Finance, Commission, Highway, Sheriff, Non-Mandated/Non-Departmental, and Revenue. No specific dollar amounts or decisions are listed in the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-1271",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06232026-1271",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-22",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to discuss Homeowner Tax Relief Plan",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Commission will meet to discuss the Homeowner Tax Relief Plan and receive a presentation from the Interim Finance Officer. No official votes are scheduled for this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1270",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06222026-1270",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing for retail wine & cider license at Bella Casa Wedding & Event Venue",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving a retail on/off sale wine & cider license for Bella Casa Wedding & Event Venue. Other actions include rescinding the burn ban, changing a vote center location in Volga for the July 28 primary runoff election, and approving second quarter budget transfers totaling $960,959. The commission will also discuss possible funding for the Ballows over Brookings event and consider five property tax abatements for parcels owned by the City of Brookings.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1269",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06162026-1269",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-10",
   "body": "Brookings County 765kV Transmission Line Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Brookings County 765kV Transmission Line Advisory Committee meets to organize",
   "summary": "The advisory committee is meeting to establish its leadership and operational structure. Members will elect a chairperson and determine a future meeting schedule.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-1268",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06102026-1268",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-08",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "Drainage Board to review environmental study for Big Sioux Diversion Channel Dike",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Commission, sitting as the Drainage Board, will receive a presentation from Banner Associates on the Draft Environmental Assessment Study for the Big Sioux Diversion Channel Dike. Following questions and public comment, the board may discuss and take action on next steps.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1267",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06082026-1267",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-04",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "Board of Adjustment will consider variance 2026var008 for 21499 458th Ave",
   "summary": "The Planning & Zoning Commission will open the meeting, approve the May 5, 2026 minutes, and invite public comment on unscheduled items. It will then convene as the Brookings County Board of Adjustment to review variance application 2026var008 submitted by Andrew Chontos (represented by Tom Cotton) for land at 21499 458th Ave, Volga, SD. The board will need a two‑thirds vote of the full board to approve the variance.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06042026-1265",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06042026-1265",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-04",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "Commission to discuss sales tax work session and approve street design contract",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Commission will consider a contract for street improvements and the sale of surplus handguns. The body will also discuss scheduling a work session for SB 96 regarding a county sales tax to offset property taxes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06042026-1266",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06042026-1266",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "Brookings County Commission to consider rescinding burn ban and approving plats",
   "summary": "The Commission will decide on rescinding a burn ban enacted on April 7, 2026, and approve four different land plats. The body will also review the Elkton Utility Improvement Project and appoint two citizens to the 765kV Transmission Line Subcommittee.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-1264",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05192026-1264",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-18",
   "body": "Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center Advisory Board",
   "headline": "Board to review county code of conduct",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Outdoor Adventure Center Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from March 23rd, the financial report, and hear director and 4-H reports. The main business is a review of the Brookings County Code of Conduct. The meeting is largely procedural with one substantive discussion item.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05182026-1263",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "Joint council and county commission meeting to discuss zoning and budget amendments.",
   "summary": "The Brookings City Council and County Commission will hold a joint special meeting to act on an ordinance amending the Joint Zoning Ordinance. The regular meeting will include approvals for alcohol licenses, tax abatements, a 2026 asphalt maintenance project, and budget amendments.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-1262",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05122026-1262",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on speed limit ordinance for County Road 25 near White",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Commission will hold public hearings on Ordinance 2026-03, which would set a 45 mph speed limit on a portion of County Road 25 north of White, and on a malt beverage and farm wine license for Bella Casa Wedding and Event Venue. The commission will also consider several right-of-way occupancy agreements with Brookings Municipal Utilities, Joint Well Field Inc., and Sioux Valley Energy, and appoint an interim finance officer through January 5, 2027, with salary to be set. Other actions include approval of license renewals for seven businesses for 2026-2027, a $4,440 automatic supplement from a workers' compensation audit, and amended county bylaws.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-1261",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05052026-1261",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "Planning & Zoning Commission",
   "headline": "CAFO, shooting range, kennel permits up for vote in Brookings County",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider four plats and then convene as the Board of Adjustment to vote on five conditional use permits and two variances. Items include a concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO) by Linde Dairy, a dog kennel, a shooting range, and an extended home occupation, plus variances for lakefront and agricultural properties.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-1259",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05052026-1259",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-28",
   "body": "Weed & Pest Board",
   "headline": "Board to recommend 2027 budget to County Commission",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Weed & Pest Board will discuss old business items including township contracts, the gopher bounty program with ITC and Sioux Valley Energy, DOT gophers, and mosquito spraying. Under new business, the board will consider a motion to recommend the 2027 budget to the County Commission and set the next meeting date.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04282026-1260",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04282026-1260",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "Supplemental budget hearing and 765 kV transmission line subcommittee discussion",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Commission will hold a public hearing on a supplemental budget resolution, conduct first readings of two ordinances (an amendment to Ordinance 2022-05 and a 45 mph speed limit on County Road 25), approve plats for Berkland and Rhoades additions, and authorize a road surfacing contract with Duininck Inc. Commissioners will also discuss creating a subcommittee to review the proposed 765 kV transmission line project and consider multiple property tax abatements and personnel actions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-1257",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04212026-1257",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-20",
   "body": "Extension Board",
   "headline": "Brookings County Extension Board to discuss 2027 budget request",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Extension Board will meet to review financial reports and the current budget. The board is scheduled to discuss the 2027 budget request and the county code of conduct.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04202026-1258",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04202026-1258",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-16",
   "body": "Brookings County Housing & Redevelopment Commission",
   "headline": "Housing & Redevelopment Commission to elect officers and review management contract",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Housing & Redevelopment Commission will meet to elect officers and review a management contract. The body will also discuss a 2024 audit report and provide updates on client complaints and security deposits.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04162026-1254",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04162026-1254",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Commission",
   "headline": "Board approves numerous tax exemption and parcel correction applications",
   "summary": "The Brookings County Board of Equalization will vote on corrections to several property parcels and approve a variety of 2026 tax‑exempt, owner‑occupied, riparian buffer, disabled veteran, tax‑moratorium, partially taxed, discretionary formula and elderly‑freeze exemption applications. The board will also present the 2026 real‑property assessment, building‑permit information, tentative numbers for towns, townships and school districts, and renewable‑resource energy tax credits. No other substantive actions are scheduled beyond these approvals.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04142026-1253",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04142026-1253",
   "source": "https://www.brookingscountysd.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}