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Lawrence County public meetings in 2022

44 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 27, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Commission to consider road resolutions, bridge projects, and a zoning application on Dec. 27

The Lawrence County Commission will meet on December 27, 2022, to discuss and potentially act on several highway and road items, including a bridge grant application for Christensen Drive, a draft road resolution with Spearfish, and a DOT bridge project letting form. The agenda also includes a resolution for vacation of a section line, a letter from the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and a P&Z application regarding 3203 MM Court Addition. No decisions or votes are recorded in the agenda packet.

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve $1M assignment for Public Safety and Services Center

The Board of County Commissioners approved a supplemental budget of $102,300 and assigned $1 million to the Public Safety and Services Center. They also authorized a bridge improvement grant application and approved the vacation of a portion of a highway.

Tue Dec 13, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Commissioners to consider road boundary change, ambulance deal, and teen court grant

The Lawrence County Commission and Board of Adjustment will meet jointly to discuss and vote on a range of items including an order amending the boundary of Wasp Road, a 2023 ambulance agreement with Sturgis, a JJRI Teen Court grant award, and resolutions to vacate section lines. Several personnel items for highway, buildings and grounds, and sheriff departments are also on the agenda, along with a PSSC project construction update and a bridge inspection report.

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✓ Decided: Commission awards $1.4M road contract and approves several land use plans

The Board approved a $1,401,645.95 contract for the 2023 Nemo Road Mill & Overlay Phase I. Several personnel appointments and step raises were approved, and multiple layout plans and development permits were granted. The Board also adopted a supplemental budget for emergency management and approved liquor license transfers for The Merc Pizza and Pub, LLC.

Thu Dec 1, 2022

Planning & Zoning Board

✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Board approves several plats and layout plans

The Board approved a layout plan for Kissack Oil & Water Services, an amended preliminary plat for BH Properties LLC, and a final plat for Aberle Development Co. The Board also held a work session to discuss proposed ordinance revisions regarding zoning districts, density, and affordable housing options.

Wed Nov 30, 2022

Natural Resources Committee

Natural Resources Committee discusses forest projects and LiDAR updates

The committee will receive updates on various forest projects and a LiDAR project involving two 20,000-acre areas. Discussion is also scheduled regarding a Forest Plan Amendment Cooperating Agency Agreement.

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Tue Nov 22, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

County considers annexation, highway transfers, and subdivision plats

The Lawrence County Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and consider several planning and zoning items, including a petition to annex territory into the Piedmont Highway Project (PHP) CID, proposed jurisdictional transfers of highways with Spearfish, and final plats for the Kloss Development and Canyon LLC subdivisions. The agenda also includes a travel request for the police department, a personnel matter for the sheriff's office, and a resolution to vacate a right-of-way.

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✓ Decided: Lawrence County appoints new Highway Superintendent

The Commission appointed John Bey as Highway Superintendent and approved the annexation of 33 acres into the Powder House Pass Community Improvement District. The board also authorized a public hearing for a road maintenance transfer agreement with the City of Spearfish and approved several personnel step raises.

Thu Nov 10, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

County Commission to canvass election, consider zoning change for Steel Wheel Campground

The Lawrence County Commission will meet to canvass the November 2022 election results and consider a change of zoning (COZ 354) for Black Hills LLC's Steel Wheel Campground. The board will also review several subdivision requests, a variance extension for Zachmeier, a quit claim deed for surplus property to Swartout, and personnel items including a sheriff's office hire and an extension MOU.

✓ Decided: Commissioners approve $76,800 contract for Public Safety & Services Center

The Board approved a commissioning agent contract for the Public Safety & Services Center and adopted a $50,000 supplemental budget for the Impact and Economic Diversification Fund. Several zoning changes and plat approvals were granted, and the board authorized the private sale of a 0.25-acre surplus real property parcel.

Mon Nov 7, 2022

Fair Board

✓ Decided: Fair Board approves previous meeting minutes and discusses 2023 fair logistics

The board approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members discussed potential improvements to the pig barn and horse barn, as well as updates to the horse show schedule and entertainment for the 2023 fair.

Thu Nov 3, 2022

Planning & Zoning Board

✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Board approves multiple plats and subdivision ordinance committee

The Board approved several preliminary and final plats for lot line adjustments and new lot creations. One final plat for South Ridge Estates was approved contingent upon the filing of covenants. The Board also appointed three members to a committee to review the Subdivision Ordinance.

Tue Nov 1, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Commissioners to consider zoning violations, alcohol licenses, and surplus property

The Lawrence County Commission and Board of Adjustment will discuss several items including alcoholic beverage license renewals, a conditional use permit violation, and a request to extend a building movement deadline. The board will also consider a letter to the governor regarding cybersecurity funding and county surplus property. Several non-agenda correspondence items are included for review.

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✓ Decided: Lawrence County renews multiple 2023 liquor licenses

The Commission approved 2023 liquor license renewals for several local businesses. The board also authorized a cybersecurity grant support letter and declared various equipment and real property as surplus.

Tue Oct 25, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

County considers zoning changes, development agreements, and ambulance contracts

The Lawrence County Commission and Board of Adjustment will discuss multiple planning and zoning items, including a conditional use permit violation, a change of zoning for Steel Wheel Campground, and several development agreements for Powder House Pass phases. The board will also consider ambulance service agreements with Spearfish and Monument Health, as well as personnel and insurance matters. The agenda includes a mix of public hearings, reports, and routine business items.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves multiple development agreements for Powder House Pass

The Board approved several final development agreements and a letter of credit for the Powder House Pass Community Improvement District. Other actions included approving a conditional use permit for cabins in Boulder Canyon and denying a cul-de-sac variance for Kissack Water & Oil Services.

Tue Oct 11, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Commissioners to review plats and conditional use permits

The County Commission and Board of Adjustment will discuss various land use plats, annual reviews for gravel pits, and right-of-way permits. The body is also considering proposed ordinance changes and a GIS website development agreement.

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Wed Oct 5, 2022

Natural Resources Committee

Natural Resources Committee discusses LiDAR project and forest plan

The committee will receive updates on the Co-op Agency MOU/Facilitator and a LiDAR project involving two 20,000 acre areas. Discussion is also scheduled regarding a Forest Plan Amendment Cooperating Agency Agreement.

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Tue Sep 27, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Commissioners to attend I-90 Spearfish Area Welcome Center stakeholder meeting

The Lawrence County Commissioners are providing notice of a quorum for a stakeholder meeting regarding the I-90 Spearfish Area Welcome Center/Rest Area. The agenda states that no official business will be transacted.

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Tue Sep 27, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Commissioners to review 2023 proposed budget

The County Commission and Board of Adjustment are meeting to discuss the 2023 proposed budget and the Public Safety and Services Center construction. The body will also review several planning and zoning requests and surplus property deeds.

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Tue Sep 6, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Commissioners to review 2023 proposed budget

The County Commission and Board of Adjustment are meeting to discuss the 2023 proposed budget and an opioid settlement MOU. The body will also review several highway projects and numerous planning and zoning plat requests.

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Tue Aug 30, 2022

Natural Resources Committee

Natural Resources Committee discusses project updates and forest plans

The committee will receive updates on the Chimera and Zeppelin projects. Discussion is also scheduled regarding the LiDAR Project and Forest Plan Revision/Assessments.

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Tue Aug 16, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County discusses road plans, alcohol fees, and zoning applications

The County Commission and Board of Adjustment will review various land use and administrative items. Discussions include multi-year road maintenance plans, alcohol license fee resolutions, and several planning and zoning staff reports.

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Thu Aug 11, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Groundbreaking for Public Safety and Service Center

The Lawrence County Commission will attend a groundbreaking ceremony at 50 Tatanka Drive. No additional official business will be transacted during this meeting.

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Tue Jul 12, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County discusses land plats, building codes, and personnel matters

The County Commissioner and Board of Adjustment are reviewing multiple preliminary and final plats for various properties. The agenda also includes discussions on building code adoption, highway permits, and several personnel requests.

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Tue Jun 28, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Commissioners and Board of Adjustment meet June 28, 2022

The meeting includes discussions on personnel matters for the Sheriff's office and Weed Control, as well as various staff reports. The agenda also contains items related to land use, including several staff reports for specific property lots and a study area resolution.

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Fri Jun 24, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Commission to consider bid for PSSC Project

The Lawrence County Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss pending business. The board will consider whether to award or reject the bid from RCS for the PSSC Project.

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Thu Jun 23, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Commissioners to hold special meeting on June 23, 2022

The agenda consists of a proposed special meeting and associated information packets. The provided text contains document titles but does not list specific motions or decisions to be voted upon.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Commission to discuss PSSC Project bids

The Lawrence County Commission is holding a special meeting to address pending business. The board will consider awarding or rejecting a bid from RCS regarding the PSSC Project.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County considers multiple preliminary plats and land divisions

The County Commissioner and Board of Adjustment will review several staff reports for preliminary plats and lot divisions. The body is also considering a residency policy amendment and a comprehensive plan addendum for the Colorado Blvd study area.

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Mon Jun 13, 2022

Natural Resources Committee

Natural Resources Committee to discuss Forest Plan and LiDAR project

The Natural Resources Committee will meet to discuss the Forest Plan Revision and a Co-op Agency MOU. The body will also receive updates on the LiDAR project and the Chimera Project.

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Tue May 31, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Commission to consider bid award for Elevatus Architecture

The Lawrence County Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss personnel and a bid award. The board will consider authorizing the Chairman to sign documents to proceed with Elevatus Architecture.

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Tue May 24, 2022

Natural Resources Committee

Natural Resources Committee meeting canceled

The Natural Resources Committee meeting scheduled for May 24, 2022, was canceled. The agenda had included items regarding NEPA projects and a LiDAR project update.

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Tue May 24, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Commissioners and Board of Adjustment meet May 24, 2022

The meeting includes discussions on personnel matters for the Sheriff's office and general business regarding property and policies. The agenda also contains several Conditional Use Permit applications and petitions related to Lost Meadows.

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Tue May 10, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Commissioners to review Colorado Blvd Study and multiple land plats

The County Commissioner and Board of Adjustment will discuss personnel matters for the Sheriff and Public Defender, liquor license renewals, and various land use applications. The meeting includes reviews of preliminary and final plats for several residential developments and a study of the East Colorado Boulevard area.

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Fri May 6, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Commission discusses Public Safety and Service Center bid date extension

The Lawrence County Commission will meet to discuss pending business, including a potential extension for the Public Safety and Service Center project bid date. The meeting includes an executive session and time for public discussion.

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Tue Apr 26, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Commissioners to review zoning requests and Colorado Blvd study area

The County Commission and Board of Adjustment are meeting to discuss personnel matters, travel requests, and several land-use applications. The body is reviewing a comprehensive plan addendum for the East Colorado Boulevard area and various property requests.

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Thu Apr 14, 2022

Natural Resources Committee

Natural Resources Committee discusses vegetation management and LiDAR project

The committee will discuss comments regarding the Chimera vegetative management project and other pending NEPA projects. The meeting also includes an update on a LiDAR project and discussion items from the public and Commissioners.

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Tue Apr 12, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Commissioners to review land plats and conditional use permits

The County Commission and Board of Adjustment are meeting to discuss personnel matters, highway permits, and various land development plats. The body will also conduct annual reviews for multiple conditional use permits and consider IT expenditures.

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Mon Apr 11, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Commissioners to conduct on-site visit for Paradise Acres IV plat

The Lawrence County Commission will perform an on-site visit regarding a preliminary plat application from Maitland Partners, LLC. The visit concerns the creation of new lots at Paradise Acres IV near Maitland Road. No official business will be transacted during this meeting.

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Tue Apr 5, 2022

Natural Resources Committee

Natural Resources Committee to discuss vegetative management and LiDAR project

The Natural Resources Committee is meeting to review comments on the Chimera vegetative management project and other pending NEPA projects. The committee will also receive an update on the LiDAR project.

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Tue Mar 22, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Commissioners to review public safety and highway projects

The Board of Commissioners and Board of Adjustment are meeting to discuss county infrastructure and administrative requests. Key items include reviews of the Public Safety Center construction documents and various highway agreements.

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Tue Mar 8, 2022

Natural Resources Committee

Discussion of geo-spatial and LiDAR data for forest tree inventory

The Natural Resources Committee will discuss proposals for professional services to provide geo-spatial and LiDAR data. The discussion includes potential cost sharing among involved entities.

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Tue Mar 8, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County discusses land use, personnel, and highway permits

The County Commissioner and Board of Adjustment are reviewing various land use applications including tower extensions and ranch layouts. The agenda also includes sheriff personnel matters and several highway-related permits and projects.

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Tue Mar 1, 2022

Natural Resources Committee

Natural Resources Committee discusses LiDAR work plan and USFS Spruce EA

The committee is reviewing a proposed LiDAR work plan, including area maps and metadata. The agenda also includes documentation regarding the USFS Spruce EA and a draft state agreement.

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Tue Feb 22, 2022

Natural Resources Committee

Natural Resources Committee reviews Spruce EA scoping and LiDAR work plan

The committee is reviewing documents related to the Spruce EA Scoping Project. Discussion includes a draft state agreement, subcontractor agreements, and a proposed LiDAR work plan for forest area analysis.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Commissioners to review platting and personnel requests

The Board of Adjustment and County Commissioners are meeting to discuss personnel matters for the Sheriff's office and highway department. The agenda includes reviews of several land subdivisions and a DOT transportation study grant.

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Tue Jan 25, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Commissioners to consider Wharf Resources Boston expansion application

The County Commissioner and Board of Adjustment will review a Conditional Use Permit application for the Wharf Resources Boston expansion. The meeting also includes discussions on highway load limits and sheriff's office personnel and travel requests.

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Tue Jan 18, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Commissioners to review multiple plat and land reports

The Board of Adjustment and County Commissioners are reviewing several staff reports regarding land plats and property boundaries. The meeting also includes personnel and travel requests for the Sheriff's office and Auditor's office.

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Tue Jan 4, 2022

County Commissioner & Board of Adjustment

Lawrence County Board of Commissioners and Board of Adjustment meeting

The board will review various staff reports regarding land plats, boundary plats, and property developments. The agenda also includes items related to board appointments, wage scales, and personnel matters for the Sheriff's office.

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