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Lincoln County public meetings in 2022

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

Tue Dec 27, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners to review road agreements and school boundaries

The Board of Commissioners will consider agreements for county roads around the City of Tea and the effective date for a school district boundary change between Lennox and Tea. The body will also review personnel changes and financial claims.

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✓ Decided: Lincoln County approves road grants and prisoner housing agreement

The Board approved multiple Rural Infrastructure Access Funds grants for engineering and structure replacement. They also authorized a new prisoner housing agreement with Minnehaha County and a school district boundary change. Personnel changes in the Highway Department and Sheriff's Office were approved.

104 N Main St, Canton
Mon Dec 19, 2022 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on five land use applications

The Planning Commission will review five applications for rezoning and conditional use permits. The body will also hold a joint work session with the Board of Commissioners.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves four conditional use permits and recommends one denial

The Planning Commission approved four applications for conditional use permits with specific site and operational conditions. One application was recommended for denial to the Board of County Commissioners. The commission also reviewed the 2022 Year in Review and the 2023 Work Plan.

Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board considers 2022 budget supplements and two commercial rezonings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to adopt several supplements to the 2022 budget. The meeting includes first readings for two ordinances to rezone agricultural land to commercial districts. Other business includes bridge preservation grants and 2023 compensation for elected officials.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $968,512 land purchase near County airport

The Board approved a land purchase for the airport and passed several 2022 budget supplements. They also authorized 2023 compensation for elected officials and applied for two bridge improvement grants. An agreement to turn over road segments to the City of Tea was tabled.

104 N Main St, Canton
Fri Dec 9, 2022 · 12:30

Board of Commission

Board to discuss and act on Courthouse expansion

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss and take action regarding the expansion of the Courthouse. This is the sole item of regular business on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves $54.8M lease-purchase for new courthouse facility

The Board approved a resolution to lease-purchase a new courthouse and holding facility. The project will be financed through Certificates of Participation not to exceed $54.8 million. A specific site for the facility will be selected at a later date requiring at least four votes for approval.

104 N. Main St., Canton
Thu Dec 8, 2022 · 08:30

Weed & Pest Board

Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board to review locally noxious weeds

The Weed & Pest Board will meet to review the list of locally noxious weeds. The agenda also includes budget, spray, equipment, and trouble spot reports.

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✓ Decided: Weed & Pest Board requests state renewal of local noxious weeds list

The board voted to request that the state renew the local noxious weeds list for Lincoln County. The list includes Musk Thistle, Plumeless Thistle, and Spotted Knapweed. Budget reports for 2022 and 2023 were presented.

104 N. Main St., Canton
Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Commission to discuss courthouse expansion and jail facility

The Board of Commissioners will consider courthouse expansion options and a letter of support for the Regional Juvenile Justice Center. The meeting includes decisions on bridge project bids and the renewal of the Union County Jail contract.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners award $432,513 bridge project bid and reject courthouse expansion plans

The Board awarded a 2023 bridge project contract to Midwest Contracting LLC and approved several intergovernmental agreements. Three separate motions to authorize lease purchases for a new courthouse and jail failed to pass. The Board also scheduled public hearings for two commercial rezoning requests.

104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Nov 22, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners to hold hearing on utility facility appeal

The Board of Commissioners will consider several budget adjustments and a public hearing regarding a denied conditional use permit for a public utility maintenance facility. The meeting includes decisions on fairgrounds electrical work and a union contract.

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✓ Decided: Board approves court record scanning and fairgrounds electrical work

The Board approved several service contracts, including $52,800 for court record scanning and $15,950.03 for electrical work at the fairgrounds. They also approved a conditional use permit for a public utility maintenance facility and scheduled a public hearing for 2022 budget supplements.

104 N Main St, Canton
Mon Nov 21, 2022 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review two commercial rezonings and two water utility permits

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests to rezone agricultural land to commercial districts. The body will also consider two conditional use permits for water utility facilities.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves two applications and recommends two others for approval

The Planning Commission approved two applications with specific site and operational conditions. Two additional applications were recommended for approval to the Board of County Commissioners.

Thu Nov 10, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners to review $3.18 million in claims

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve claims and discuss courthouse cost estimates and space needs. The agenda includes the canvass of the November 8, 2022 General Election and a decision on a property tax payment plan.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves airport land offer and new Sheriff's Office vehicles

The Board authorized the purchase of six budgeted vehicles for the Sheriff's Office and approved an offer for land adjacent to the airport. Other actions included hiring a new Records Clerk and increasing wages for the Joint Mental Illness Board.

104 N Main St, Canton
Wed Nov 9, 2022 · 18:30

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Joint Planning Commission to hold hearings on building permits and eligibility transfers

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two land-use applications. The body will consider a request for an oversized accessory building and the transfer of building eligibilities between parcels.

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✓ Decided: Joint Planning Commission approves two land use applications

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission approved two applications during public hearings. One approval was for a building for personal property storage, and the other approved the transfer of 21 building eligibilities to a specific parcel.

104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Nov 1, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board discusses courthouse costs and 2023 bridge project bids

The Board of Commissioners will discuss courthouse cost estimates and a Lennox ambulance district. The body is also deciding on snow equipment purchases and authorizing bids for the 2023 bridge project.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves $326,460 for highway snow equipment

The Board approved the purchase of snow equipment for two trucks and authorized bidding for a bridge project and box culvert replacement. Personnel actions included hiring two equipment operators for the Highway Department. The Board also scheduled a public hearing for a conditional use permit appeal.

104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Oct 25, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County holds public hearing on medical cannabis establishment permits

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a second public hearing and reading for an ordinance regarding local medical cannabis establishment permits. The board is also deciding on 2023 employee benefits and reviewing a regional wastewater study.

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✓ Decided: Lincoln County amends ordinance for medical cannabis establishment permits

The Board approved an amended ordinance regulating the issuance of local permits for medical cannabis establishments, including a $50,000 application fee. The Commission also adopted 2023 employee health benefits and authorized fairgrounds infrastructure projects.

104 N Main St, Canton
Mon Oct 17, 2022 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review three conditional use permit applications

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings for three conditional use permits. These requests include a public utility facility, a large warehouse, and an accessory building.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners to review airport management and property purchase

The Board of Commissioners will consider claims totaling $2,184,764.11 and discuss the Airport Manager Contract for Premier Aviation. The meeting includes executive sessions regarding a Canton property purchase and the Lincoln County Tif. Other business includes reviewing a confidentiality policy and the Southeastern Behavioral Annual Report.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Oct 4, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Commission holds public hearing on airport lease for Airplanes2Go LLC

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a lease for a 4,680 square ft. tract at the Lincoln County/Marv Skie Airport. The board is also considering a vehicle purchase and a 5-year highway plan. Other business includes approving payroll and an opioid settlement agreement.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Sep 27, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board considers rezoning 2.4 acres to commercial use

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on rezoning property at 46622 278th Street from agricultural to commercial. The body is also deciding on the purchase of a Canton property and a land sale request from Alliance Communications.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 08:00

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners to discuss 2023 Provisional Budget

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss and take action regarding the 2023 Provisional Budget. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss union matters and personnel issues.

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104 N. Main St., Canton
Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review three conditional use permit applications

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings for three conditional use permits. These requests involve light manufacturing, motor vehicle sales, and the placement of a manufactured home.

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Thu Sep 15, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board discusses 2023 Provisional Budget and medical cannabis permits

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss the 2023 Provisional Budget and the use of remaining ARPA funds. The agenda includes a public hearing on medical cannabis establishment permits and a first reading for a commercial rezoning request.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Thu Sep 8, 2022 · 08:30

Weed & Pest Board

Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board to review budget and spray reports

The Weed & Pest Board will meet to review budget, spray, equipment, and trouble spot reports. The board will also discuss a weed tour under new business.

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104 N. Main St., Canton
Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners holds public hearing for 2023 Provisional Budget

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to hold a public hearing on the 2023 Provisional Budget. The body will also consider personnel hires, resignations, and a lease agreement with Minnehaha County for a courtroom.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Aug 23, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board considers rezoning and medical cannabis permit ordinances

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the Lincoln County Justice Center and review several zoning changes. The meeting includes a public hearing for a temporary liquor license and a first reading of an ordinance regarding medical cannabis establishment permits.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Mon Aug 15, 2022 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning 2.4 acres for Faith Presbyterian Church

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning application for a property in Perry Township. The body will also review action items from the Board of Commissioners and staff updates.

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Wed Aug 10, 2022 · 18:30

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Planning Commission to review two conditional use permits in Springdale Township

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold public hearings for two permit applications. Both requests concern property use and building size in Springdale Township.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Aug 9, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board considers rezoning in Delapre Township

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss a rezoning request and a medical cannabis permit ordinance. The body will also review claims totaling $2,645,753.41 and payroll of $354,568.68.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Aug 2, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Commission to hold public hearing on medical marijuana license application

The Board of Commissioners will consider a medical marijuana license for Dakota Herb LLC and a natural gas franchise renewal for NorthWestern Energy. The board is also scheduling a public hearing for a rezoning request in Delapre Township.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Jul 26, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners to hold public hearings on two rezonings

The Board is deciding on two zoning changes in LaValley and Lynn Townships and reviewing the 2023 provisional budget. The meeting includes approvals for federal grants, airport management contracts, and personnel changes in the Sheriff's Office.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Mon Jul 18, 2022 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review six land use and rezoning applications

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several conditional use permits and one rezoning request. The body will also consider the removal of a Right to Farm Notice Covenant on a specific parcel.

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Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners to review budget and infrastructure bids

The Board of Commissioners will consider claims totaling $2,150,454.51 and payroll of $358,853.65. The meeting includes discussions on budget, a road project near Harrisburg Adventure Elementary School, and the leasing of a bank building across from the Courthouse.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Jul 5, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County considers cannabis zoning ordinance and two property rezonings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding cannabis establishments. The board is also considering two rezoning requests in LaValley and Lynn Townships and discussing budget items.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 19:00

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners to hold budget work session

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a budget work session. The meeting also includes the approval of the June 14, 2022, minutes.

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104 N. Main St., Canton
Mon Jun 20, 2022 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider four rezoning and use permit applications

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four applications regarding land use and zoning changes in LaValley, Lynn, and Dayton Townships. The body will also hold a work session to discuss building eligibility transfers.

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Thu Jun 16, 2022 · 08:30

Weed & Pest Board

Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board to review budget and spray reports

The Weed & Pest Board will meet to conduct routine business and review reports. The agenda includes updates on the budget, spraying, equipment, and identified trouble spots.

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104 N. Main St., Canton
Tue Jun 14, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board considers cannabis zoning and highway vacation

The Board of Commissioners will discuss an ordinance to amend zoning sections for cannabis establishments. The meeting includes a public hearing on vacating a portion of a highway in The Meadow at Spring Creek Addition and various contract approvals.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Thu Jun 9, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board discusses budget, election canvass, and legal matters

The Board of Commissioners will review the June 7 primary election results and discuss the upcoming budget schedule. The meeting includes discussions on property tax abatements, highway support letters, and several executive sessions regarding legal counsel.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue May 24, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Commission holds hearings on Springdale Township rezoning and subdivision

The Board of Commissioners will consider a rezoning request and a preliminary subdivision plan for Long Meadow Estates at Spring Creek, both of which failed to receive Planning Commission recommendation. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a petition to vacate a highway segment.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue May 24, 2022 · 19:00

Board of Commission

Board to hold public hearing on medical cannabis zoning ordinance

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a second reading and public hearing regarding an ordinance to amend Joint Zoning Regulations for Lincoln County and the City of Sioux Falls. The amendment specifically concerns Article 9.00, Section 9.02(J) regarding Medical Cannabis Establishments.

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104 N Main St , Canton
Mon May 16, 2022 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold hearings on three conditional use permits

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will review three applications for conditional use permits. The body will also receive public input on building eligibility transfers.

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Wed May 11, 2022 · 18:30

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Conditional use permit request for accessory building area in Delapre Township

The Joint Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit application. The request involves exceeding the 1,200 square foot limit for an accessory building at 26991 Hanson Place.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue May 10, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Commission holds hearing on Prairie Acres Addition subdivision plan

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a preliminary subdivision plan and consider two rezoning ordinances. The board will also discuss pretrial services agreements and a CO2 pipeline crossing the county.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue May 3, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners meeting on May 3, 2022

The Board of Commissioners will address various land and personnel matters, including a public input work session regarding CO2 pipeline crossings. The agenda includes several items for board action such as awarding bids for farmland and gravel, and discussing courthouse use agreements.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue May 3, 2022 · 09:00

Board of Equalization

Lincoln County Board of Equalization meeting scheduled for May 3, 2022

The Board of Equalization will hold a regular meeting on May 3, 2022. The agenda consists of procedural items including the Pledge of Allegiance and reconvening as a consolidated board.

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104 N main St , Canton
Tue May 3, 2022 · 09:30

Board of Equalization

Board of Equalization to hear two property tax appeals

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review specific property tax matters. The board will consider cases involving Hanisch Properties LLC and Dale Doane.

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104 N Main St , Canton
Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board discusses zoning, subdivisions, and public hearings

The Board of Commissioners will conduct several public hearings regarding malt beverage licenses, right-of-way vacations, and highway petitions. The agenda also includes a request for ARPA funding support for the Tea-Hagedorn Industrial Park Project.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Apr 26, 2022 · 09:30

Board of Equalization

Lincoln County Board of Equalization to review property tax appeals

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review property tax matters and applications. The session includes a review of minutes from three previous April 2022 meetings.

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104 N Main St , Canton
Wed Apr 20, 2022 · 18:00

General

Lincoln County Board of Equalization to hear eight property appeals

The Consolidated Board of Equalization is meeting to review specific property tax appeals. The board will also consider approving administrative changes under SDCL 10-11-72.

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104 N Main St , Canton
Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 09:00

Board of Equalization

Lincoln County Board of Equalization meeting on April 19, 2022

The Board of Equalization will meet to review property assessment cases. The agenda includes a recommendation to deny a written notice of appeal and the approval of administrative changes.

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104 N Main St , Canton
Mon Apr 18, 2022 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission discusses conditional use permits and building transfers

The Planning Commission will consider three applications for conditional use permits. These include a request to transfer building eligibilities, the installation of a fiber utility hut, and an increase in accessory building area with horse stabling.

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Fri Apr 15, 2022 · 12:30

Board of Commission

Commissioners review service recommendations for proposed Justice Center

The Board of Commissioners will hear recommendations from the Selection Committee regarding architect, engineer, and construction manager services for a proposed Justice Center. The meeting also includes scheduled executive sessions for personnel and legal matters.

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104 N. Main St., Canton
Wed Apr 13, 2022 · 18:30

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Commission to review warehouse expansion and medical cannabis zoning

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two applications. One involves a warehouse expansion and the other a text amendment to zoning regulations for medical cannabis establishments.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Apr 12, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board of Commissioners meeting on April 12, 2022

The Board will consider several public hearings regarding liquor licenses and road vacations. Action items include approving a solid waste facility, bridge project contracts, and various tax abatements.

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104 N Main St, Canton
Tue Apr 12, 2022 · 10:00

Board of Equalization

Board of Equalization to review tax exemptions and property appeals

The Board of Equalization will meet to review specific property assessment appeals and tax-exempt applications. The body will also consider administrative changes and disabled veteran applications for the 2022 assessment year.

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104 N Main St , Canton
Tue Apr 5, 2022 · 08:30

Board of Commission

Lincoln County Board discusses cattle CAFO expansion and road inventory changes

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a cattle CAFO expansion and the deletion of county roads from the highway inventory. Other business includes approving vehicle purchases, infrastructure contracts, and land lease extensions.

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104 N Main St, Canton