Lincoln County public meetings in 2024

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to adopt the Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan and consider multiple zoning ordinance amendments. The meeting also includes routine approvals for payroll, claims, and licenses.

• Public hearing for Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan
• Second reading & public hearing for multiple zoning ordinance amendments
• Approve snow plow attachment purchase for $10,944.12
• Approve agreements with Eagleview for $44,070.00
• Approve 2025 Commercial Garbage Hauler/Recycling Collection Licenses

The board adopted the Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan, superseding the 2005 plan. It also approved a $640,324.71 claims resolution, several tax refunds/abatements, and various agreements. Four zoning ordinances were sent back to Planning and Zoning after second readings and public hearings.

• Adopted Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan (5-0)
• Approved $640,324.71 in claims for 12.24.2024 (5-0)
• Approved tax refund of $516.12 for Dayton Township parcel (5-0)
• Approved tax abatement of $2,032.75 for Sioux Falls parcel (5-0)
• Approved 2025 garbage hauler/recycling licenses for five entities (5-0)
• Approved Eagleview agreement for $44,070 over 6 years (5-0)
• Surplused parcel 240.28.76.1000 and approved transfer to City of Tea (5-0)
• Sent four zoning ordinances back to Planning and Zoning (4-1)

Weed & Pest Board

The Weed & Pest Board will first approve its agenda and minutes, then receive budget, equipment, spray, and complaints reports. In new business, the board will review the Noxious Weeds List presented by Russ Heggen. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Motion to approve Weed & Pest Board agenda
• Motion to approve Weed & Pest Board minutes
• Budget report
• Equipment report
• Review Noxious Weeds List (Russ Heggen)

The Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board met on December 17, 2024, and approved the agenda, minutes, and reports from the weed supervisor and foreman. They also voted to continue with the current list of local noxious weeds. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (motion by Jibbens, second by Smit)
• Approved minutes (motion by Gillespie, second by Paulson)
• Accepted supervisor and foreman reports (motion by Smit, second by Gillespie)
• Continued with current local noxious weed list (motion by Jibbens, second by Gillespie)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three applications: a rezoning of Iken's Tract 2 and two conditional use permits transferring building eligibility between parcels. The commission will also vote on the 2025 Planning & Zoning Calendar and receive a commission briefing.

• Public hearing: Application RZNE-0075-2024 to change Iken's Tract 2 from A-1 Agricultural to C Commercial (Applicant Jess Iken).
• Public hearing: Application USE-0076-2024 conditional use permit to transfer one building eligibility between parcels in Lynn Township (Applicant Dave Abbas).
• Public hearing: Application USE-0080-2024 conditional use permit to transfer one building eligibility between parcels in Highland Township (Applicant Steven A Sherman - Living TST).
• Approval of the 2025 Planning & Zoning Calendar.
• Planning Commission briefing.

The Lincoln County Planning Commission denied a request to rezone Iken's Tract 2 from A-1 Agricultural to C Commercial, with all five members voting against. The commission approved two conditional use permits to transfer building eligibilities, and approved the 2025 Planning & Zoning Calendar with a date change.

• Denied rezoning of Iken's Tract 2 to C Commercial (0-5)
• Approved conditional use permit for Dave Abbas to transfer building eligibility (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Steven A Sherman to transfer building eligibility (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Planning & Zoning Calendar, moving March 17 meeting to March 18 (5-0)

Board of Commission

The commission will approve the Consent Agenda items, including Lincoln County claims totaling $2,307,821.49. A public hearing will consider budget supplements that add approximately $726,188 to various department budgets. Additional actions include authorizing service agreements, cash transfers, and first readings of zoning ordinance amendments.

• Public hearing to adopt $726,188 in budget supplements for Equalization, IT, Sheriff, Juvenile Detention, and Highway budgets
• Approval of $15,000 agreement authorizing the Sheriff to execute an agreement with Regroup Mass Notification
• Cash transfer of $100,000 from the General Fund to the 911 Communications Fund
• Agreement with Houston Engineering Inc. for a Safe Streets for All plan, amounting to $124,896.35
• First reading of multiple zoning ordinance amendments to Chapter 154 (definitions, permissive and conditional uses)

The board approved the consent agenda including $2,307,821.49 in claims, plus several resolutions for 2025 agreements (jail, animal control, detention services) and budget supplements. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved $2,307,821.49 in claims (4-0)
• Approved $15,000 Regroup Mass Notification agreement (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Union County Jail Contract (4-0)
• Approved step increases for Paul Anderson and Wendy Sweeter (4-0)
• Rescinded step increase for Craig Johnson (4-0)
• Approved 2024 budget supplements totaling $705,559 (4-0)
• Approved $60,000 to eight centers for opioid settlement funds (4-0)
• Approved $124,896.35 Houston Engineering safety plan (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will decide on several high-cost equipment purchases and fund transfers. They will also hold a public hearing regarding a temporary alcohol license for the county fairgrounds.

• Budgeted cash transfer from General Fund to Highway Fund of $1,500,000
• Purchase of a motor grader from Butler Cat for $448,499.71
• Phone system upgrade software and equipment for $101,957.00
• Public hearing for a temporary on-sale malt beverage license for Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation Inc
• Payment estimate for AIP #3-46-0078-023-2024 and BIL #3-46-0078-022-2024 for $401,992.92

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a $1,500,000 budgeted cash transfer from the General Fund to the Highway Fund and authorized the Highway Department to purchase a motor grader from Butler Cat in Sioux Falls for $448,499.71 on a 5-year finance. The Board also approved a $101,957.00 phone system software and equipment upgrade, a temporary on-sale liquor license for the Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation Inc for a March 29, 2025 event, and airport project change order #1 increasing costs by $20,631.02 plus partial payment estimate 3 of $401,992.92. All votes recorded were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved $1,500,000 budgeted cash transfer from General Fund to Highway Fund (3-0)
• Authorized purchase of motor grader from Butler Cat in Sioux Falls for $448,499.71 via 5-year finance (3-0)
• Approved $101,957.00 purchase of software and equipment for phone system upgrade (3-0)
• Approved temporary on-sale liquor license for Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation Inc event on March 29, 2025 at 27711 Hwy 17, Lennox, SD (3-0)
• Approved airport change order #1 for AIP #3-46-0078-023-2024 increasing project costs by $20,631.02 (3-0)
• Approved partial payment estimate 3 for AIP #3-46-0078-023-2024 and BIL #3-46-0078-022-2024 totaling $401,992.92 (3-0)
• Approved replacement warrant affidavit for Billion Southtown Inc for $182.85 (warrant 122460 issued 08/13/2024) (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda and 11.26.2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will approve the agenda and routine items such as payroll and reports. It will set the first and second reading dates for several amendments to Chapter 154 of the County Zoning Code, covering definitions, permissive and conditional uses in Agricultural and Recreation/Conservation districts, and the Light Industrial district. The board will also approve budget supplements totaling $391,874.77 for the Airport Fund and $84,074.11 for Economic Assistance, a $60,000 payment from an economic assistance account, and a quit‑claim deed transferring specific parcels to Travis and Julie Larson.

• Approve quit‑claim deed transferring Lot 28 and part of Lot 29, Block 1, Highlawn’s Addition to Lennox to Travis and Julie Larson (Parcel No. 250.48.01.028)
• Approve automatic budget supplement to the Airport Fund for unanticipated grants totaling $391,874.77 (accounts 236-4331-33198 $371,249.78, 236-4331-33400 $20,624.99, 236-4331-433100 $391,874.77)
• Approve automatic budget supplement to Economic Assistance for unanticipated funds of $84,074.11 (accounts 101-4410-36900 and 101-4410-419000)
• Set first reading on Dec 10, 2024 and second reading/public hearing on Dec 24, 2024 for multiple zoning ordinance amendments to Chapter 154 (sections on definitions, permissive and conditional uses in A‑1 Agricultural and RC Recreation/Conservation districts, and I‑1 Light Industrial district)
• Approve payment of $60,000 from economic assistance account 101-4410-419000

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved county claims totaling $2,333,975.52, set dates for upcoming zoning and comprehensive plan public hearings, and authorized a payment services agreement with Tyler Technologies. The board also approved multiple department step increases, a cell phone stipend, airport fuel tax fund use, and bid advertising for a material placement attachment, while denying a county lien compromise and opioid settlement fund disbursements.

• Approved county claims of $2,333,975.52 (5-0)
• Approved Quit Claim Deed for Travis and Julia Larson (5-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Uniform Alcoholic Beverage Applications for GL Management at Bakker Crossing Golf Course (5-0)
• Approved automatic budget supplements of $391,874.77 for the Airport Fund and $84,074.11 for Economic Assistance (5-0)
• Approved step increases for various county employees across multiple departments (5-0)
• Denied a request for Lien Compromise/Settlement for customer #01-10480 in the amount of $483 (0-5)
• Denied opioid settlement fund disbursements totaling $60,000 (1-3, Schmidt absent)
• Approved an agreement with Tyler Technologies for automated payment processing services (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding carbon dioxide pipeline and production facility zoning amendments and the Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also consider a conditional use permit for accessory building expansion in Springdale Township.

• Conditional use permit USE-0074-2024 for 5,400 additional square feet of accessory building area for Jesse and Laura Wright
• Text amendments to Chapter 154 (Zoning) regarding carbon dioxide pipelines and production facilities
• Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan

The Lincoln County Planning Commission recommended approval of the Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan to the County Board. They also approved a conditional use permit for Jesse Wright to exceed accessory building size limits. Three of four proposed carbon dioxide pipeline ordinance amendments failed, while one passed with a modification.

• Approved conditional use permit for 6,240 sq ft accessory buildings (7-0)
• Recommended Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan (6-0-1 abstention)
• Ordinance #1 (Permissive Use) failed (0-6-1 abstention)
• Ordinance #2 (Permitted Special Use) failed (0-6-1 abstention)
• Motion to add floor to Ordinance #3 passed (5-1-1 abstention)
• Ordinance #3 (Conditional Use Permit) passed (6-0-1 abstention)
• Ordinance #4 (I-1 Permissive Use) passed (6-0-1 abstention)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Commission will approve routine items such as the agenda, payroll of $451,267.17, and several reports. It will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $5,875,875.34 county claim and a public hearing set for Dec. 10 to adopt multiple budget supplements for equalization, IT, sheriff, juvenile detention, and highway departments. Additional actions include approving an automatic budget supplement for the State's Attorney office and several personnel and contract matters.

• Set Dec. 10 public hearing to adopt budget supplements: $19,530 (Equalization), $3,629 (IT), $17,000 (IT Microsoft agreement), $155,448 (Sheriff), $180,559 (Juvenile Detention), $350,022 (Highway wheel loader)
• Approve Lincoln County claims for $5,875,875.34
• Approve automatic budget supplement for State's Attorney office: $24,395.59, $20,000, $1,530, $1,200, $1,665.59
• Approve Wellness Service Agreement with Well365, LLC
• Approve 2025 Pay Matrix and elected officials' 2025 compensation

The board approved $5,875,875.34 in claims, including debt service and road work. It also approved 2025 pay matrices with a 3% COLA and 2.5% step increase for non-union employees, a 5% COLA for non-FOP officers, and set elected officials' salaries. A public hearing was set for December 10, 2024, on budget supplements.

• Approved $5,875,875.34 in claims (unanimous)
• Set Dec. 10, 2024 public hearing on 2024 budget supplements (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 pay matrix: 3% COLA + 2.5% step for non-union, 5% COLA for non-FOP officers (unanimous)
• Set 2025 elected salaries: State's Attorney $173,052.30, Sheriff $151,305.25, Auditor $115,686.03, Treasurer $102,545.96, Register of Deeds $100,048.18 (unanimous)
• Reclassified Assistant Commission Administrative Officer to Commission Administrative Assistant at paygrade 110 (unanimous)
• Approved Well365 wellness service agreement through Nov. 30, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved step increases for 7 employees (unanimous)
• Accepted $500 offer from Julia and Travis Larson for property at 509 S Poplar, Lennox (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve its agenda, a payroll expense of $451,986.50, and several consent‑agenda items including a flood‑relief agreement with the South Dakota Department of Transportation. They will also appoint Helms Engineering as the county’s airport consultant for the 2025‑2029 period. Additional actions include canvassing the November 4, 2024 general election results and approving multiple replacement warrant applications ranging from $21.74 to $837.38.

• Approve Helms Engineering as airport consultant (2025‑2029)
• Approve agreement with SD Department of Transportation for Emergency Relief funding for June 2024 flood
• Approve payroll expense of $451,986.50
• Approve replacement warrant applications (e.g., $21.74 for Grainger, $837.38 for Joel Westra, $180 for Novo Nordisk Inc)
• Conduct county canvass of the November 4, 2024 General Election results

The board unanimously approved an agreement with the South Dakota Department of Transportation for Emergency Relief funding related to the June 2024 flood event. It also approved several personnel actions, including new hires, step increases, and rehires, as well as multiple replacement warrants. The board canvassed the November 5, 2024 General Election results and selected precincts for the post-election audit.

• Approved Emergency Relief funding agreement with SD DOT for June 2024 flood damages (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Jace Collins as Building Maintenance Technician at $22.55/hr (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Autumn Tatman as Youth Division Coordinator at $23.76/hr (unanimous)
• Approved step increases for 7 employees including Christina Davies, Tiffany Honerman, Christopher Kuntz, Jenna Eilers, Joseph Meader, Traci Humphrey (unanimous)
• Approved rehiring Casey Larson as Seasonal Equipment Operator at $31.94/hr (unanimous)
• Approved 12 replacement warrants totaling $1,683.24 (unanimous)
• Approved Helms Engineering as Airport Consultant for 2025-2029 (unanimous)
• Approved abstract of votes for the November 5, 2024 General Election (unanimous)

General

The Board will first approve the meeting agenda. It will then hold a public hearing on an appeal concerning Conditional Use Permit #USE-0050-2024 for a stable on the Hanson Family Foundation Addition property in Springdale Township. The appeal challenges the unanimous approvals by the Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commissions. The meeting also includes a period for public comment, an informational commissioner report, and adjournment.

• Approve meeting agenda (routine business)
• Public hearing on appeal of Conditional Use Permit #USE-0050-2024 for a stable on N1/2 NE1/4 (Except Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Hanson Family Foundation Addition), Section 19‑T100N‑R49W, Springdale Township
• Opportunity for public comment
• Commissioner report (informational only)
• Adjournment

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners, in joint session with the Sioux Falls Commission, upheld the Planning Commissions' approval of Conditional Use Permit #USE-0050-2024 for a stable in Springdale Township, adding a condition limiting the property to no more than 50 animals at any time. The board also voted to withdraw an earlier decision on the same permit, then re-approved the permit with the original conditions (without the 50-animal cap).

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Upheld Conditional Use Permit #USE-0050-2024 with added condition limiting animals to 50 (3-1, Landeen nay)
• Withdrew earlier decision on the permit (3-1, Arends nay)
• Re-approved Conditional Use Permit #USE-0050-2024 without the 50-animal cap (3-1, Arends nay)
• Adjourned until November 7, 2024 (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review several highway infrastructure projects and equipment acquisitions. The body is also deciding on alcoholic beverage application renewals and various county claims.

• Proposal for design engineering for a roundabout at CR116 and CR105 for $97,444.00
• Preliminary engineering for Lake Alvin outlet structure (42-160-044) for $130,814.36
• Purchase of snow and truck equipment from J-craft by TBEI for $307,854.00
• Purchase of one pickup from Lamb Chevrolet for $52,995
• Approval of county claims in the amount of $1,379,235.45

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including claims totaling $1,379,235.45 and several resolutions. They authorized the Highway Department to purchase snow and truck equipment for two trucks from J-craft by TBEI for $307,854.00, and to order one pickup from Lamb Chevrolet for $52,995. They also approved design engineering for a roundabout at CR116/CR105 for $97,444.00 and preliminary engineering for structure 42-160-044 for $130,814.36.

• Approved claims totaling $1,379,235.45 (4-0)
• Authorized $307,854.00 snow/truck equipment purchase from J-craft by TBEI (4-0)
• Authorized $52,995 pickup purchase from Lamb Chevrolet (4-0)
• Approved $97,444.00 design engineering for CR116/CR105 roundabout (4-0)
• Approved $130,814.36 preliminary engineering for structure 42-160-044 (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 airport acceptance testing agreement with American Engineering Testing (4-0)
• Approved $331,877.45 ARPA fund transfer (4-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 liquor license renewals (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the September 16 meeting and adopt today’s agenda. It will hold a public hearing on application USE-0071-2024, which seeks to exceed the 1,500‑square‑foot limit for accessory building area, requesting 3,510 square feet at 46690 279th Street. The meeting also includes a Planning Commission briefing and an opportunity for public input on non‑agenda items.

• Approve minutes from the September 16, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• Approve today’s meeting agenda
• Public hearing on conditional use permit (USE-0071-2024) to exceed 1,500 sq ft accessory building area, requesting 3,510 sq ft at 46690 279th Street
• Planning Commission briefing (Toby Brown)
• Public input on non‑agenda items

The Lincoln County Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit allowing Jerry and Mary Schilling to exceed the 1,500 square foot accessory building limit, permitting a total of 3,510 square feet on their property at 46690 279th Street. The approval includes conditions such as no commercial use, no dwelling use, and compliance with all regulations. The commission also received a briefing on previous appeals, pipeline ordinances, and the comprehensive plan update.

• Approved conditional use permit USE-0071-2024 for 3,510 sq ft accessory building (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 16, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve a claims package totaling $4.15 million and authorize the purchase of six Chevrolet Tahoes. The meeting includes public hearings on a liquor license transfer and budget supplements, as well as setting dates for appeals regarding conditional use permits for a stable and a kennel.

• Approve $4,154,131.15 in county claims
• Authorize purchase of six Chevrolet Tahoes for $52,714.20 each
• Public hearing on liquor license transfer to Raj & Son Fuel, LLC
• Public hearing to adopt budget supplements for IT, Treasurer, Sheriff, and Airport
• Set joint public hearings for October 22 on stable and kennel permit appeals

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved $4,154,131.15 in claims, authorized a $235,746.51 payment for the airport apron project, and set two joint public hearings for October 22, 2024, on appeals of conditional use permits for a stable and a kennel. The board also hired four employees, approved budget supplements, and approved a mileage reimbursement rate increase. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $4,154,131.15 in claims (5-0)
• Authorized $235,746.51 payment for airport apron project (5-0)
• Set joint public hearing for Oct 22 on stable CUP appeal (5-0)
• Set joint public hearing for Oct 22 on kennel CUP appeal (5-0)
• Hired Jorge Carrasco as Investigator, Franklyn Powell as Building Maintenance Technician, Justin Umthun as Deputy Sheriff, Mariah Mayer as Victim Witness Legal Assistant (5-0 each)
• Approved 2024 budget supplements totaling $576,222.77 revenue and $236,374.07 expenditures for airport, plus other increases (5-0)
• Approved mileage reimbursement rates of $0.30/mile (county vehicle available) and $0.67/mile (no county vehicle) (5-0)
• Approved $23,000 courthouse recaulk project with Midland Restoration Co. (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will consider several financial actions, including a $350,021.73 purchase of a wheel loader and a $29,545 change order for a structure. A public hearing will be held on a temporary liquor license for David Derschan's 57015 Bar LLC at the Prosper Country Warehouse in Lennox. The Board will also approve insurance agreements and establish committees for the public defender office and budget process.

• Approve agreement with Quadient Leasing USA Inc. for $23,215.80 over a 5‑year term
• Approve change order for structure #42-007-040 PCN08XA in the amount of $29,545
• Approve purchase of a replacement wheel loader from Butler Cat for $350,021.73 via Sourcewell contract
• Public hearing on a temporary on‑sale liquor license for 57015 Bar LLC (Chancellor Bar) at 46620 278th St., Lennox, SD
• Approve South Dakota Public Assurance Alliance as the county’s property and liability coverage carrier

The Board approved the 2025-2029 Highway and Bridge 5-Year Plan and authorized the purchase of a replacement wheel loader. The Board also updated employee health benefits for 2025 and established committees to study a public defender's office and the budget process.

• Approved 2025-2029 Highway and Bridge 5-Year Plan (4-0)
• Approved $350,021.73 purchase of replacement wheel loader from Butler Cat (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Employee Health Benefits Renewal with 6.95% health and 4% dental increases (4-0)
• Approved South Dakotas Public Assurance Alliance as property and liability carrier (4-0)
• Approved $56,438 Extended Reporting Coverage from Jensen Insurance (3-1)
• Denied contract to retain Jensen Insurance as agent at 3% premium (1-3)
• Approved temporary on-sale liquor license for 57015 Bar LLC for Oct 5 event (5-0)
• Appointed committee to study creation of a Lincoln County Public Defender office (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will consider routine items such as the agenda approval, payroll of $449,371.27, and several consent agenda approvals. Regular business includes a presentation on strategic planning, a proposal to adopt the South Dakota Public Assurance Alliance as the county's property and liability coverage carrier, and a bid package for acceptance testing at the Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport. The board will also vote on co‑sponsoring Canton’s application to the State Water Plan and on several financial transfers and contracts.

• Approve Lincoln County claims for 09.24.2024 totaling $290,529.23
• Transfer $9,158.00 from the Statewide Sobriety fund to the 24/7 Sobriety Fund
• Hire H. Van Voorst Concrete to install sidewalks on west Main Street for $8,581.65
• Approve South Dakota Public Assurance Alliance as the county's property and liability insurance carrier
• Approve bid package from American Engineering Testing, Inc. for acceptance testing at Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved its September 24, 2024 claims in the amount of $290,529.23, a $9,158.00 cash transfer to the 24/7 Sobriety Fund, and an $8,581.65 contract with H. Van Voorst Concrete for sidewalks on the west side of Main Street. The board also authorized 2025 airport grant pre-applications, approved step increases for four county employees, agreed to co-sponsor the City of Canton's State Water Plan application, and approved a $5,000 bid package from American Engineering Testing, Inc. for airport acceptance testing. Two motions on property and liability coverage options failed for lack of a second, so no decision was made on that item.

• Approved claims for 09.24.2024 totaling $290,529.23 (3-0)
• Approved $9,158.00 cash transfer from Statewide Sobriety to 24/7 Sobriety Fund (3-0)
• Authorized hiring H. Van Voorst Concrete for Main Street sidewalks at $8,581.65 (3-0)
• Authorized Chair to sign 2025 Airport grant pre-applications for Airport Improvement Program funds (3-0)
• Approved step increases for Ronald Straatmeyer, Donna Ekle, Delores Brooks, and Chloe Larson (3-0 each)
• Authorized County to co-sponsor City of Canton's application to the State Water Plan (3-0)
• Approved $5,000 bid package from American Engineering Testing, Inc. for airport acceptance testing (3-0)
• Motions on property and liability coverage options failed for lack of a second

Weed & Pest Board

The Weed & Pest Board will meet to approve the agenda and previous minutes. The board will receive reports on the budget, spraying, equipment, and trouble spots from Russ Heggen.

• Budget Report
• Spray Report
• Equipment Report
• Trouble Spots report
• Season Tour discussion

The Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board approved the agenda, minutes, and a budget report from Weed Foreman Russ Heggen, who outlined a plan to address overtime costs and upcoming chemical purchases. Heggen also reported spraying road shoulders, normal equipment function, and that 63 complaints were received with 21 letters sent, only 3 showing unsatisfactory compliance. No old business was discussed, and the annual tour was presented via photos. The year-end meeting date will be announced later.

• Approved agenda (motion by Smit, second by Paulson)
• Approved minutes (motion by Paulson, second by Smit)
• Accepted budget report (motion by Hammer, second by Smit)
• Accepted reports on spraying, equipment, and complaints (motion by Smit, second by Paulson)
• Adjourned at 9:10 AM (motion by Hammer, second by Smit)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a warehouse expansion. The body will also hold a work session to discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Application USE-0063-2024: Request to add 2,139 square feet to a warehouse for a total of 27,495 square feet at 27066 Kerslake Place
• Work Session: Comprehensive Plan Update

The Lincoln County Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit allowing Big Time Storage to expand its warehouse by 2,139 square feet, for a total of 27,495 square feet, with conditions. The commission also approved the August meeting minutes and agenda, and discussed the Comprehensive Plan update, which will be brought back in November.

• Approved conditional use permit #USE-0063-2024 for warehouse expansion (5-0)
• Approved August 19, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, all in favor)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold public hearings for two conditional use permits. Both applications concern land use in Springdale Township.

• USE-0056-2024: Conditional use permit for warehousing at 605 Storage Condos Addition
• USE-0065-2024: Conditional use permit for a kennel at Parcel ID: 100.49.19.1010

The joint Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for warehousing at 605 Storage Condos in Springdale Township with conditions, and denied a conditional use permit for a kennel proposed by Troy Luettel. Both votes were split, with the county voting 3-1 in favor of the warehouse and unanimously against the kennel, while the city voted 3-1 in favor of the warehouse and unanimously against the kennel.

• Approved conditional use permit for warehousing at 605 Storage Condos (County 3-1, City 3-1)
• Denied conditional use permit for kennel at Hanson Family Foundation property (County 4-0, City 4-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will hold a public hearing to adopt several budget supplements for the 2024 budget, including increases for IT, the Treasurer, the Sheriff, and the Airport. The Board will also approve a $2,473,589.94 county claim, transfer $317,974.45 from an ARPA fund, and consider a temporary on‑sale liquor license for a Lennox event. Additional items include rescinding a 2024 resolution and adopting the 2025 provisional budget.

• Approve Lincoln County claim for 08/13/2024 in the amount of $2,473,589.94
• Public hearing to adopt budget supplements: IT $5,170.00; Treasurer $7,837.00; Sheriff $81,775.00; Airport $576,222.77 revenue and $236,374.07 expenditures
• Transfer $317,974.45 from ARPA assigned fund balance to unassigned fund balance
• Consider temporary on‑sale liquor license for David Derschan, 57015 Bar LLC at Prosper Country Warehouse & Event Hall, Lennox, SD
• Approve and adopt the 2025 Provisional Budget for Lincoln County

The board approved the 2025 provisional budget with the removal of an additional full-time Treasurer's office employee after two earlier motions failed. It also approved $2.47 million in claims, set an October 8 public hearing on budget supplements, and approved several hires and resolutions.

• Adopted 2025 provisional budget with removal of additional Treasurer's office employee (3-2)
• Approved $2,473,589.94 in claims for 09.10.2024 (5-0)
• Set public hearing for Oct 8, 2024 on 2024 budget supplements (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $317,974.45 from ARPA assigned fund balance to unassigned (5-0)
• Approved automatic budget supplement of $43,773.42 for State's Attorney's office (5-0)
• Hired Kristopher Reed as Deputy State's Attorney at $3,670.92/biweekly (5-0)
• Hired Aja Drowser as 911 Dispatcher at $24.96/hr (5-0)
• Approved temporary on-sale liquor license for 57015 Bar LLC special event (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve routine items such as the agenda, payroll of $448,485.08, and several consent agenda actions. They will consider a public hearing on the 2025 county budget and discuss regular business items including a highway project at Marv Skie Airport and a highway profile milling purchase. Executive sessions will address personnel qualifications, legal counsel matters, and contract negotiations.

• Approve payroll of $448,485.08
• Approve agreement with the State of South Dakota Department of Transportation for project 3-46-0078-22-2024 at Marv Skie Airport
• Authorize letter of engagement with the South Dakota Department of Legislative Audit for the 2023 audit
• Transfer inventory: 2016 Dodge Charger VIN 2C3CDXKT0JH297936 from the Sheriff’s Office to the State’s Attorney’s Office
• Public hearing on the 2025 Lincoln County Budget

The board approved multiple resolutions, including the 2025 budget with revenue and expense adjustments, funding increases for Sioux Metro Growth Alliance and The Link Community Triage Center, a new Senior Trial Attorney position, and a mileage reimbursement rate change. A lien compromise request was tabled, and a proposed $150,000 for a Harrisburg satellite office was withdrawn for reworking.

• Approved 2025 budget revenue and expense changes (5-0)
• Approved funding increases: $2,500 for Sioux Metro Growth Alliance and $5,000 for The Link Community Triage Center (3-2)
• Approved creation of Senior Trial Attorney position (grade 115) (5-0)
• Approved mileage reimbursement rates: $0.29/mile when county vehicles available, $0.65/mile when not (5-0)
• Approved purchasing from Hutchinson County bid for highway profile milling (5-0)
• Tabled lien compromise for Evan & Nadene Roelfsema until September 10, 2024 (4-1)
• Withdrawn motion to add $150,000 to 2025 budget for Harrisburg satellite office
• Approved consent agenda including payroll of $448,485.08 and multiple resolutions (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda, payroll of $457,242.15, and several consent agenda items, including $1,042,278.39 in county claims and a 2025 Local Emergency Management Performance Grant agreement. Regular business includes a lien compromise request, reclassifying a maintenance position, creating a new State's Attorney classification, and a presentation on the 2050 Comprehensive Plan update. The meeting also contains three executive‑session topics related to employee qualifications, legal counsel matters, and contract negotiations.

• Approve Lincoln County claims for $1,042,278.39 (Consent Agenda)
• Approve and authorize execution of the 2025 Local Emergency Management Performance Grant sub‑recipient agreement
• Board action on lien compromise/settlement request from Evan & Nadene Roelfsema
• Reclassify Lead Maintenance Worker to Senior Building Maintenance Technician position
• Create a new classification in the State's Attorney's Office

The board approved the consent agenda, including $1,042,278.39 in claims and several resolutions. A proposed compromise/settlement of county liens for Evan & Nadene Roelfsema was tabled until September 3, 2024. Reclassification of a maintenance position was approved, while another reclassification was tabled.

• Approved $1,042,278.39 in claims (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Local Emergency Management Performance Grant agreement (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Courtney Smith to $25.52/hr (unanimous)
• Approved Field Training Officer designation for Deputy Sebastian Acuna Acosta (unanimous)
• Approved Field Training Officer designation for Deputy Elijah Rupe (unanimous)
• Tabled lien settlement for Evan & Nadene Roelfsema until Sept 3 (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Lead Maintenance Worker to Senior Building Maintenance Technician (unanimous)
• Tabled reclassification in State's Attorney Department until Sept 3 (unanimous)

General

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will meet on August 27, 2024 at Carnegie Town Hall. The meeting includes routine approval of the agenda. The board will discuss the Sioux Falls 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Public comment will be allowed before adjournment.

• Board action to approve agenda
• Discussion of Sioux Falls 2040 Comprehensive Plan

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners met jointly with the Sioux Falls Commission, approved the agenda, and heard a presentation on the Sioux Falls 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Public comments were received, and the meeting adjourned. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Adjourned until September 3, 2024 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit applications: a Class 1 Major Home Occupation at 47121 272nd St and an outdoor storage request at Parcel ID 099.50.05.E305. The commission will also consider text amendments to Chapter 154 (Zoning) concerning carbon dioxide pipelines and production facilities. A work session on updating the Comprehensive Plan is scheduled as new business.

• Conditional use permit (USE-0058-2024) for a Class 1 Major Home Occupation at 47121 272nd St, applicant Jennifer Ellis, property owner Dakota 1 Properties LLC.
• Conditional use permit (USE-0059-2024) for outdoor storage at Parcel ID 099.50.05.E305, applicant Bertsch Properties LLC.
• Text amendments to Chapter 154 (Zoning) of the Lincoln County Code for carbon dioxide pipelines and production facilities.
• Work session: Comprehensive Plan Update.

The commission approved a conditional use permit for outdoor storage at La Valley Business Park with amended conditions, including a requirement for no unscreened storage. It also postponed text amendments to zoning ordinances for carbon dioxide pipelines until after the November election, with a 4-1 vote. A work session on the Comprehensive Plan Update was held, with no decisions made.

• Approved conditional use permit USE-0059-2024 for outdoor storage at Lot 5, Block 3, La Valley Business Park (5-0)
• Amended condition to require no unscreened outdoor storage (5-0)
• Postponed CO2 pipeline zoning text amendments to November 18, 2024 meeting (4-1)
• Removed conditional use permit USE-0058-2024 from agenda at applicant's request
• Approved July 15, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved meeting agenda with item #1 removed (voice vote, all in favor)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will meet to review a permit application for a stable. The body will also approve minutes from the July 10, 2024, meeting.

• Public hearing for USE-0050-2024: Conditional Use Permit for a stable at Parcel ID: 100.49.19.1010 in Springdale Township

The joint Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a stable on property in Springdale Township, with conditions including limiting the stable to equine animals and prohibiting rural water service. The approval was unanimous for both the County and City commissions.

• Approved conditional use permit USE-0050-2024 for a stable in Springdale Township (County: 5-0; City: unanimous)
• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (County and City: unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (County and City: unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will vote on several consent agenda items, including a $3,584,867.87 claim and final financial closeout for the Marv Skie Airport apron reconstruction. Regular business includes discussion of demolishing a tax‑deed property, declaring it surplus for auction, changing polling locations for Precinct 27 and 29, and forming an airport consultant selection committee. The meeting also contains routine reports, an executive session on personnel and legal matters, and upcoming event notices.

• Approve Lincoln County claims for 08.13.2024 in the amount of $3,584,867.87
• Authorize the Chair to sign the Final Financial Closeout Volume 1 for the Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport GA Apron Reconstruction
• Authorize the Chair to sign Amendment #2 to the Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport North GA Apron Reconstruction Project
• Approve Application Affidavit of Replacement Warrant for $1,381.23 (original warrant #121572)
• Approve polling location change for Precinct 27 and Precinct 29 in the City of Harrisburg

The board approved $3,584,867.87 in claims and authorized the auditor to auction a tax-deeded Lennox property after a demolition resolution failed. It also approved airport project documents, polling place changes, and employee step increases.

• Approved $3,584,867.87 in claims (5-0)
• Approved final closeout and Amendment #2 for Marv Skie Airport apron project (5-0)
• Approved step increases for Beverly Rosheim and Noah Watson (5-0)
• Approved replacement warrant for Michelle Hentschel ($1,381.23) (5-0)
• Denied demolition of tax deed parcel 250.48.01.028 (motion failed, no second)
• Declared parcel 250.48.01.028 surplus and authorized online auction ending Sept 22, 2024 (3-2)
• Approved polling place change for Harrisburg Precincts 27 and 29 (5-0)
• Appointed airport planning/engineering review committee (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a budgeted cash transfer to the Highway Fund and discuss cost-sharing agreements with the City of Canton. The meeting includes a public hearing for a temporary liquor license and authorization for emergency road structure repairs.

• Budgeted cash transfer of $2,000,000 from the General Fund to the Highway Fund
• Payroll approval for $457,290.20
• Public hearing for a temporary on-sale liquor license for 57015 Bar LLC at 46620 278th St., Lennox
• Emergency repair authorization for structure #42-160-044 on CR135 (480th Ave) near Lake Alvin
• Discussion on cost sharing with City of Canton for Cedar Street flooding and N. West Ave improvements

The board approved a $725,000 cost-sharing commitment with the City of Canton for road and utility improvements along N. West Ave. to provide access to the Lincoln County Justice Center, and selected the Henry Carlson Group option for sanitation lines. It also approved a $2 million transfer from the General Fund to the Highway Fund, two temporary liquor licenses for a Chancellor Bar event, and several personnel step increases. The vote on Commission Rules of Procedure was tabled until September 3, 2024.

• Approved $725,000 cost-sharing with City of Canton for Justice Center access (5-0)
• Approved Henry Carlson Group option for sanitation lines on N. West St. (5-0)
• Approved $2,000,000 General Fund to Highway Fund transfer (5-0)
• Approved two temporary on-sale liquor licenses for 57015 Bar LLC (5-0)
• Approved step increases for four employees (5-0)
• Authorized emergency repair to structure #42-160-044 on CR135 (5-0)
• Approved sending RFP for Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (5-0)
• Tabled Commission Rules of Procedure until Sept. 3, 2024 (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider the 2025 provisional budget and authorize hiring for new positions within that budget. The meeting includes a public hearing for a temporary liquor license and several property reconveyances.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $2,517,800.12
• Public hearing for a temporary on-sale liquor license for The Good Earth Farm and Animal Sanctuary
• Authorization for the Sheriff to purchase a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe
• Approval of the 2025 Provisional Budget for publication
• Transfer of $66,624.73 in Wheel Tax to townships and cities

The board approved $2,517,800.12 in claims, including a $2.25M road surfacing payment, and authorized several hires, step increases, and a $51,771.20 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Sheriff's Office. It also approved the 2025 provisional budget for publication and authorized immediate recruiting for four new positions. Several property-related resolutions were passed, including quit claim deeds and reconveyances.

• Approved $2,517,800.12 in claims (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Provisional Budget for publication (unanimous)
• Authorized immediate recruiting/hiring for 4 positions (3-2, Arends and Poppens nay)
• Authorized purchase of 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe for $51,771.20 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary liquor license for The Good Earth Farm (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Alexis Drake as 911 Dispatcher at $23.76/hr (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Katelyn Wieme as Paralegal at $27.37/hr (unanimous)
• Approved reconveyance of two properties (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for Pifer's Auction & Realty to expand retail space to 12,000 square feet at 28020 Boondocks Avenue. The meeting will also include a work session on updating the Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit USE-0049-2024 for 12,000 sq ft auction house at 28020 Boondocks Avenue
• Work session on Comprehensive Plan Update

The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for Pifer's Auction & Realty to exceed retail building space limits at 28020 Boondocks Avenue. The commission also held a work session to discuss a draft update to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved conditional use permit for 12,000 sq ft auction house building and outside storage (5-0)
• Approved June 17, 2024 meeting minutes (Voice vote: All Yeas)
• Approved meeting agenda (Voice vote: All Yeas)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to increase allowed accessory building space at 26986 South Dakota Highway 11. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit USE-0048-2024 to increase accessory building space to 2,223 square feet
• Approval of May 8, 2024, meeting minutes

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for Dennis and Linda Breitenstein. The permit allows for 2,223 cumulative square feet of accessory building space at 26986 South Dakota Highway 11.

• Approved USE-0048-2024 for accessory building space exceeding 1,200 sq ft (County: All Yeas; City: All Yeas)
• Approved May 8, 2024 meeting minutes (County: All Yeas; City: All Yeas)
• Approved meeting agenda (County: All Yeas; City: All Yeas)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the creation of Tax Incremental District Number 10. The meeting also includes a budget work session and a presentation on development in the Lake Alvin area.

• Public hearing for Tax Incremental District Number 10
• $19,700.00 legal services agreement with Meierhenry Sargent LLP
• $100,000 Safe Streets for All grant agreement
• $9,900 purchase of a used Kubota tractor
• Presentation on Lake Alvin area development

The Board created Tax Incremental District Number 10 to facilitate an interchange at 85th Street and Interstate 29. The Board also approved several new hires and a $100,000 federal grant for a safety action plan.

• Created Tax Incremental District Number 10 for 85th St and I-29 interchange (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 Federal Highway Administration Safe Streets for All grant (5-0)
• Approved $2,471,698.07 in county claims (5-0)
• Approved $19,700 flat-fee legal agreement with Meierhenry Sargent LLP (5-0)
• Hired Abigail Schneider as Paralegal at $25.42/hr (5-0)
• Hired Michael Molstad as Equipment Operator at $23.76/hr (5-0)
• Rehired Brendan Feldhous as Dispatcher at $25.57/hr (5-0)
• Approved $9,900 purchase of used Kubota B7800HSD tractor (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider a disaster area declaration and equipment rentals for flood damage repairs. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a temporary alcohol license at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds.

• $878,887.00 construction bid from Soukup Construction Inc. for Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport
• Public hearing for a temporary malt beverage license at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds
• Rental of heavy equipment to repair flood damages to roads and bridges
• Resolution to amend rules for special event alcohol beverage licenses
• Demolition and renovation of the old WIC reception area

The Board of Commissioners declared a disaster for Lincoln County due to severe rain and flooding in June. The board approved several emergency repairs, a new airport ramp contract, and updated alcohol licensing rules.

• Declared a disaster for Lincoln County due to June flooding (4-0)
• Approved $878,878.00 bid from Soukup Construction Inc. for Marv Skie Airport South Ramp (4-0)
• Approved $23,425.00 for a new fire suppression pump at the highway shop (3-1)
• Approved $7,250.00 for demolition/renovation of the old WIC reception area (4-0)
• Updated rules and fees for special event alcohol beverage licenses (4-0)
• Authorized Highway Department to rent heavy equipment for flood repairs (4-0)
• Cancelled tax deed sale of parcel 100.50.76.A017 to Blue Spruce Road District (4-0)
• Adopted a new Heat Illness Prevention policy (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings for rezonings in LaValley Township and budget supplements for several departments. The agenda also includes a $600,000 sale of surplus property in Canton.

• Rezoning ~104 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 to I-1
• Rezoning ~5 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 to RR
• Budget supplements for highway ($324,460), sheriff ($50,116), and equalization ($88,000)
• Sale of surplus property in Canton for $600,000
• JLG Architects contract amendment increase of $503,918

The Board of Commissioners approved the $600,000 sale of surplus county property in Canton and dissolved Tax Increment District Number 7. Commissioners also approved $479,476 in 2024 budget supplements and authorized a $503,918 contract increase with JLG Architects. Two separate rezoning requests for property in LaValley Township were denied.

• Approved $600,000 sale of surplus property (Parcel 200.50.15.200) (5-0)
• Dissolved Tax Increment District Number 7 (5-0)
• Approved $479,476 in 2024 budget supplements (5-0)
• Approved $503,918 contract increase with JLG Architects (5-0)
• Denied rezoning of 104.17 acres in LaValley Township (2-3)
• Denied rezoning of 5 acres in LaValley Township (0-5)
• Approved 2024-2029 Department of Social Service lease (5-0)
• Approved fireworks display permit for July 6, 2024 (5-0)

Weed & Pest Board

The board will consider approving the agenda and previous meeting minutes. The meeting also includes departmental reports regarding the budget, spraying progress, equipment, and identified weed trouble spots.

• Budget report by Terry Fluit
• Spraying and equipment reports by Russ Heggen
• $52,000 allocated for weed chemicals
• Identification of weed 'trouble spots'

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications. These include requests for a concentrated animal feeding operation, warehouse expansions, and kennel operations. The commission will also consider permits for fireworks sales and a campground.

• Class C CAFO permit in Fairview Township
• Warehouse expansion to 50,400 square feet in Delapre Township
• Kennel operation permits in Dayton and Lincoln Townships
• Fireworks sales permits in Lynn and Springdale Townships
• Campground operation permit in Lynn Township

The Planning Commission approved conditional use permits for a Class C animal feeding operation, two kennels, a building eligibility transfer, and two fireworks sales locations. The commission denied a campground application and postponed a large warehouse permit indefinitely due to lack of a second on the approval motion.

• Approved Class C CAFO permit for Harold Fluit Jr. with conditions (5-0)
• Postponed 50,400 sq ft warehouse permit for Cory Gronewold indefinitely (3-2)
• Approved kennel permit for Tigh Leibel with 1-year review condition (5-0)
• Approved building eligibility transfer for McCade Reynolds (5-0)
• Denied campground permit for Eric Willadsen (0-5)
• Approved fireworks sales permit for Mike Denning at 47073 US Highway 18 (5-0)
• Approved fireworks sales permit for Mike Denning at 27287 SD Highway 115 (5-0)
• Approved kennel permit for Dawn DeBoer with 25-dog limit (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board will review the FY2025 budget and human resources presentations. They are also considering two rezoning ordinances in LaValley Township and a request for bids on highway shop office additions. A presentation regarding the CR116 and CR105 intersection study is also scheduled.

• $15 million SDDOT transportation loan request for I-29/85th Street Interchange Project
• Rezoning 104.17 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 to I-1
• Rezoning 5 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 to RR
• Approval of $2,917,400.61 in county claims
• Request for bids on highway shop office additions

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a $15 million SDDOT Transportation Loan Request tied to the I-29/85th Street Interchange Project, and approved a $2,889,698.18 claims resolution. The board also authorized an agreement with Vanguard Appraisals, Inc. and approved publishing a public hearing notice for Tax Increment District #10. A resolution to seek bids for Highway shop office additions failed on a 5-0 vote, and two rezoning ordinances received first reading.

• Approved $15M SDDOT Transportation Loan Request for I-29/85th Street Interchange Project (5-0)
• Approved claims resolution of $2,889,698.18 (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Vanguard Appraisals, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized publishing Notice of Public Hearing for Tax Increment District #10 project plan (5-0)
• Failed: resolution to request bids for Highway shop office additions (0-5)
• First reading: rezoning ~104.17 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 Agricultural to I-1 Light Industrial
• First reading: rezoning ~5 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 Agricultural to RR Rural Residential
• Approved consent agenda with claims number change to 2,889,698.18 (5-0)

General

The Board of Commissioners will conduct the county canvass of the June 4, 2024, primary election. The meeting also includes scheduled executive sessions regarding personnel and legal matters.

• Canvass of the June 4, 2024, Primary Election
• Executive session regarding employee qualifications or performance
• Executive session regarding legal counsel or pending litigation
• Executive session for contract negotiations

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved the agenda, conducted the county canvass of the June 4, 2024 Primary Election, and held the post-election audit lottery. Commissioners also heard public input and adjourned the meeting until June 11, 2024.

• Approved the agenda (3-0)
• Approved and executed the abstract of the primary election vote results (3-0)
• Held the post-election audit lottery for Precinct 20 and Precinct 2-15
• Adjourned at 11:49 a.m. (3-0)

Board of Commission

The Board will review the FY2025 budget presentation and canvass the June 4 primary election results. The agenda also includes rezoning requests in LaValley Township and a naming rights agreement for the 4-H Sheep and Goat Barn.

• Grant application for the Lincoln County Airport South Apron Project totaling $878,878
• Purchase of two Freightliner dump truck chassis for $269,690
• Rezoning 104.17 acres in LaValley Township from Agricultural to Light Industrial
• $4,360 expenditure for highway shop expansion engineering redesign fees
• Naming rights agreement with American Bank & Trust for the 4-H Sheep and Goat Barn

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions, including setting first and second readings for two rezonings in LaValley Township (about 104.17 acres to Light Industrial and about 5 acres to Rural Residential), authorizing grant applications for the $878,878 South Apron airport project, and buying two Freightliner dump truck chassis for $269,690. The board also approved a 3-year prisoner housing contract with Minnehaha County, a naming rights agreement with American Bank & Trust for the 4-H Sheep and Goat Barn, and several personnel step increases and a reclassification. A temporary on-sale liquor license for a June 22, 2024 event at Prosper Country Warehouse & Event Hall was approved; the applicant was not present and no public input was heard. The fiscal year 2025 budget presentation and the county canvass of the June 4, 2024 primary election were postponed.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda, including minutes of 05.28.2024 (3-0)
• Authorized chair to sign Juvenile Alternatives to Detention Grant application (3-0)
• Approved 3-year prisoner housing contract with Minnehaha County (3-0)
• Authorized notice of sale of surplus Parcel ID 200.50.15.200 and updated listing agreement with Bender Commercial (3-0)
• Approved purchase of two Freightliner dump truck chassis from I-State Truck Center for $269,690 (3-0)
• Approved step increases for Rihannon Delle, David Myers, and Jon Peters, and reclassified Kayla Delfs to Election Coordinator (3-0)
• Set first reading June 11, 2024 and second reading/public hearing June 25, 2024 for rezoning ~104.17 acres to I-1 Light Industrial and ~5 acres to RR Rural Residential (3-0)
• Approved 2024-2026 renewal of Medical Cannabis Application for Dalton Grimmius (Dakota Herb LLC) (3-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider a rezoning request for a property in Delapre Township and discuss courthouse parking lot improvements. The board is also reviewing several budget supplements and county contracts.

• Public hearing for rezoning 47121 272nd Street from Agricultural to Light Industrial
• Proposed budget supplements totaling $479,476 for highway, sheriff, equalization, and buildings departments
• Microsoft agreement for a 3-year term in the amount of $94,133.91
• Approval of Lincoln County claims totaling $1,313,380.83
• Bid letting for asphalt parking lot and sidewalk improvements at the Lincoln County Courthouse

The Board approved a resolution allowing the Emergency Management Office to ban open burning during high-risk fire conditions. Other actions included approving over $1.3M in claims and renewing a pretrial services agreement with Minnehaha County. A request to rezone agricultural land to light industrial was denied.

• Approved authority for Emergency Manager to restrict open burning (5-0)
• Denied rezoning of Tract 1, Kwallek's Addition from Agricultural to Light Industrial (0-5)
• Approved $1,313,380.83 in county claims (5-0)
• Approved $94,133.91 three-year agreement with Microsoft (5-0)
• Renewed Pretrial Services Agreement with Minnehaha County (5-0)
• Authorized $5,000 fee estimate with Mead & Hunt for South GA Apron Reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved $46,214.00 in automatic budget supplements for the sheriff department (5-0)
• Declared four tax deed properties and one 2015 Ford Transit van as surplus for auction (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests in LaValley Township and two conditional use permits. The body will also discuss Tax Increment District Number 10 and hold a work session on the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• RZNE-0033-2024: Rezoning 104.17 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 Agricultural to I-1 Light Industrial
• RZNE-0034-2024: Rezoning 5 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 Agricultural to RR Rural Residential
• USE-0018-2024: Conditional use permit for a stable at 47542 277th Street
• USE-0028-2024: Conditional use permit for a contractor’s shop and storage yard at 47015 SD Highway 44
• Tax Increment District Number 10 for the 85th Street and I-29 Interchange Project

The commission recommended two rezoning applications in LaValley Township to the Board of County Commissioners. It also approved several conditional use permits and a tax increment district for infrastructure funding.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 104.17 acres to I-1 Light Industrial (3-2)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 5 acres to RR Rural Residential (3-2)
• Approved conditional use permit for a stable at 47542 277th St (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for a contractor's shop and storage yard at 47015 SD Highway 44 (5-0)
• Approved Tax Increment District Number 10 for 85th Street and I-29 Interchange Project (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for 2,032 sq ft accessory building at 27427 SD Highway 11 (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a first reading for a rezoning ordinance in Delapre Township and award bids for the Highway Shop Office Addition and airport property. The body is also deciding on tax refunds and abatements for parcels in LaValley Township and the City of Lennox.

• First reading to rezone Tract 1, Kwallek's Addition in Delapre Township from A-1 Agricultural to I-1 Light Industrial
• Approval of claims in the amount of $4,189,506.27 and payroll of $446,127.16
• Awarding of bid for property at the Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport to Layne Dykstra
• Tax abatement for 2023 in the City of Lennox totaling $9,213.22
• Awarding of the Highway Shop Office Addition bid

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners awarded the Highway Shop Office Addition bid to Hoogendoorn Construction for $966,900 base plus $50,000 alternate, contingent on value engineering. A motion to reject all bids failed on a 5-0 vote. The board approved a $4,189,506.27 claims resolution, a $11,824.30 tax refund, and several personnel actions. A rezoning request for Tract 1, Kwallek's Addition from agricultural to light industrial had its first reading; the Planning Commission recommendation for approval had failed 0-6.

• Approved claims for 05.14.2024 totaling $4,189,506.27 (5-0)
• Awarded Highway Shop Office Addition bid to Hoogendoorn Construction: $966,900 base + $50,000 alternate, contingent on value engineering (5-0)
• Motion to reject all Highway Shop bids failed (5-0)
• Approved refund of taxes paid 2020-2024 on a Lennox parcel, total $11,824.30 (5-0)
• Approved abatement of 2023 taxes on Lennox parcels totaling $9,113.22 failed (0-5)
• Approved hire of Latisha Woods, Administrative Assistant, Sheriff's Office, $24.51/hr, effective 6/3/2024 (5-0)
• Approved step increases for Brandon Otte ($22.55/hr), Carter Thompson ($35.25/hr), and Jean Massey ($26.41/hr) (5-0 each)
• Approved fireworks public display permit for Mark Foster on May 26, 2024 at Lincoln Lakes Addition lot 3A23-100-49 (5-0)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Planning Commission will consider a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit. The applicant seeks to exceed the 1,200 square foot limit for accessory building space at 47211 94th St.

• Conditional use permit: request for 1,620 square feet of accessory building space at 47211 94th St

The Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commissions approved a conditional use permit for John and Debra Rombough to exceed accessory building space limits. The approved space is 1,620 square feet, subject to five specific conditions regarding use and compliance.

• Approved USE-0026-2024 for 1,620 sq ft accessory building at 47211 94th St (County: 5-0, City: All-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposed rezoning of Tract 1, Kwallek's Addition from agricultural to light industrial. The meeting includes approvals for airport-related payments and the awarding of the 2024 Crushed Surface Gravel bid.

• Proposed rezoning of Tract 1, Kwallek's Addition, Delapre Township from A-1 Agricultural to I-1 Light Industrial
• Payment of $118,733.94 to Helms & Associates
• Payment of $35,403.96 to LT Companies, Inc. for AIP #3-46-0078-021-2023
• Purchase of a compaction wheel for mini excavator for $7,674.51
• Payroll approval for $443,976.23

The Board of Commissioners approved a shift to a 4-year average for Highway Department expenditures starting in FY2025. The board also authorized several personnel hires, airport payments, and the auction of surplus vehicles and equipment.

• Approved Highway Department budget process change to 4-year average for FY2025 (5-0)
• Awarded 2024 Crushed Surface Gravel bid to Rechnagel Construction at $4.25/ton (4-0-1)
• Approved $118,733.94 in payments to Helms Associates for airport work (5-0)
• Approved $35,403.96 payment to LT Companies, Inc. for airport apron reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved hire of Vance Branton (Deputy Sheriff), Amy Cravaack (Finance Manager), Kenneth Horton (Seasonal Highway), and Brystol Bentz (Intern) (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 18" compaction wheel for $7,674.51 (5-0)
• Authorized online auction of surplus Sheriff's Department and Highway Department vehicles and equipment (5-0)
• Scheduled rezoning readings for Tract 1, Kwallek's Addition to Light Industrial District (5-0)

General

The Board of Commissioners will receive a construction update on the Justice Center. They are deciding on a proposal to redesign access to the facility and the appointment of a building committee to manage project decisions.

• Proposal from JLG Architects to redesign Justice Center access along N. West Street for $80,400.00
• Appointment of a Justice Center Building Committee with authority to sign documents up to $100,000
• Construction update from TEGRA Group/Henry Carlson Construction, LLC regarding the Justice Center

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a $80,400 proposal from JLG Architects to revise the Justice Center design, moving sanitary sewer access to N. West Street. The vote was 3-1, with Commissioner Poppens voting against. The Board also appointed Commissioners Landeen and Jibben to a Building Committee authorized to make construction decisions up to $100,000.

• Approved agenda with executive session as item #1 (4-0)
• Entered and exited Executive Session for legal counsel consultation (4-0)
• Appointed Landeen and Jibben to Justice Center Building Committee with $100,000 decision authority (4-0)
• Approved JLG Architects' $80,400 redesign for Justice Center access on N. West Street (3-1)
• Adjourned until May 7, 2024 (3-0, Jibben absent)

Board of Equalization

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and a correction per SDCL 10-11-26 (1). The board will also address two specific property parcels.

• Review of parcel 280.07.01.002C - SOUTH DAKOTA FCA
• Review of parcel 096.48.35.A100 - POET BIOREFINING - HUDSON LLC
• Approval of minutes from April 15, 16, 17, and 23, 2024

The Board approved administrative changes to one parcel and set the total valuation for a POET Biorefining- Hudson LLC property. A previous decision regarding a South Dakota FCA property remained unchanged.

• Approved administrative change to set NADC2 at $0 for parcel 240.80.00.001 (4-0)
• Set total valuation at $14,601,172 for parcel 096.48.35.A100 (3-0-1)
• Maintained previous board decision for parcel 280.07.01.002C
• Approved Board of Equalization minutes from April 15, 16, 17, and 23, 2024 (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a retail liquor license transfer to Loft Hospitality Group, Inc. The body is also deciding on a police services agreement with the City of Harrisburg and various county contracts.

• Public hearing for Retail Liquor License transfer from Canton Barn to Tyler Tjeerdsma of Loft Hospitality Group, Inc.
• Agreement with AMCG for consulting services at Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport for $56,480.00
• Agreement with Otis Elevator Company for elevator oil replacement for $9,187.50
• Agreement with Environmental Management for site assessments at Parcel ID 200.50.15.200 for up to $9,900.00
• Approval of payroll for $454,721.58 and claims for $384,062.98

The Board approved an amended police services agreement with the City of Harrisburg to add a second School Resource Officer, with the County covering 30% of the cost starting in 2025. Commissioners also authorized the purchase of a new 2024 Chevy Pursuit Silverado for the Sheriff's Office for $50,116 after a previous vehicle was totaled. Several routine approvals included liquor license transfers, elevator maintenance, and highway fund transfers.

• Approved amended police services agreement with City of Harrisburg (4-1)
• Authorized purchase of 2024 Chevy Pursuit Silverado for $50,116 (5-0)
• Approved transfer of Retail Liquor License from Canton Barn to Loft Hospitality Group (5-0)
• Approved $56,480 consulting agreement with AMCG for Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport (5-0)
• Approved $9,187.50 elevator oil replacement with Otis Elevator Company (5-0)
• Approved new Commercial Garbage Hauler license for Dakota Dumpster Rentals (5-0)
• Approved fireworks display permit for Mark Foster on May 5, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved $75,840 federal grant application for courthouse LED lighting (5-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review specific property valuation appeals and applications. The body will consider a disabled veteran application and a stipulation for agricultural classification valuation.

• Approval of disabled veteran application 2024-18
• Stipulation for agricultural classification valuation for 098.49.15.J100
• Valuation review for POET BIOREFINING - HUDSON LLC
• Valuation reviews for BAKKER CROSSING LLC (5 parcels)
• Valuation reviews for OAKRIDGE ESTATES LLC (2 parcels)

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization met on April 23, 2024, and approved valuation changes for 12 property assessment objections and one disabled veteran tax application. All motions carried unanimously (3-0). Three assessment objections were postponed to April 30, 2024. No public comment was offered.

• Approved disabled veteran application 2024-18 that missed the Nov 1 deadline (3-0)
• Set AGC at 6,786 and NAC1O at 231,349 for parcel 098.49.15.J100 (3-0)
• Set NACC at $55,000 and NACC2 at $20,000 (total $75,000) for parcel 099.51.28.C100 (3-0)
• Set NADO at $93,022 and NAD1O at $669,332 (total $762,354) for parcel 281.73.02.003 (3-0)
• Set NADO at $129,082 and NAD1O at $624,021 (total $753,103) for parcel 271.14.07.001 (3-0)
• Set NADO at $44,885 and NAD1O at $246,753 (total $291,638) for parcel 270.70.07.036 (3-0)
• Set NADC at $1,254,528 and NADC2 at $8,315,594 (total $9,570,122) for parcel 280.51.05.004 (3-0)
• Set NAC at $138,302 for parcel 099.49.02.1000 (3-0)

General

The Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading for an ordinance to rezone 7 acres of property from an agricultural district to a commercial district. The board will also discuss the Sioux Falls 2040 Comprehensive Plan and Joint Zoning Ordinance.

• Second reading of ordinance to rezone 7 acres in Springdale Township (Parcel ID: 100.49.20.4000) from A-1 Agricultural to C Commercial
• Discussion regarding the Sioux Falls 2040 Comprehensive Plan and Joint Zoning Ordinance

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners, in a joint session with the Sioux Falls Commission, approved an ordinance to rezone approximately 7 acres of property in Springdale Township. The land, associated with 605 Storage Condos, LLC, was changed from the A-1 Agricultural District to the C Commercial District. The motion passed unanimously with all four commissioners voting in favor.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved rezoning 7 acres from A-1 Agricultural to C Commercial District (4-0)
• Adjourned until May 7, 2024 (4-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to review several individual property assessment cases. The agenda includes administrative changes and specific hearings for various entities including LLCs, trusts, and banks.

• Administrative changes pursuant to SDCL 10-11-26
• TRC West Point LLC case
• Graystone Townhomes LLC cases (three total)
• University of Sioux Falls cases (two total)
• Wells Fargo Bank cases (two total)

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization reviewed and approved new assessed values for 16 property appeals, primarily for commercial and residential properties in Sioux Falls. All motions passed unanimously with a 3-0 vote. One appeal by 57th St Lodging Partners Corp was withdrawn before a decision was made.

• Approved administrative changes for parcel 096.49.02.A100 (3-0)
• Set valuation for TRC West Pointe LLC at $19,497,112 (3-0)
• Set valuations for three Graystone Townhomes LLC parcels (3-0 each)
• Set valuation for Tanner LLC at $27,521,901 (3-0)
• Set valuation for Slate at Harvest Creek LLC at $18,348,009 (3-0)
• Set valuations for Hyde Brady Trust and Hyde family parcels (3-0 each)
• Set valuations for two University of Sioux Falls parcels (3-0 each)
• Set valuations for Dakota Spirit, Killarney Crossing, Wells Fargo, Brenner IV, and Lloyd Family parcels (3-0 each)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hear individual property assessment cases. The agenda includes nineteen scheduled items for review, including one rescheduled item.

• Zutz, Jerald K - Revocable Trust (280.58.02.003)
• South Dakota FCA (280.87.01.002C)
• Sabers, Susan (280.15.18.001)
• Sun Enterprises (280.19.00.001C)
• Tan Tara Partners (280.23.13.006A)

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization met April 17, 2024, and voted on 17 objections to real property assessments, setting new valuations for each. All motions carried 3-0, with Vice-Chair Jim Schmidt and Commissioners Michael Poppens and Joel Arends voting aye. One objection, for parcel 096.48.35.A100 submitted by Poet Biorefining-Hudson LLC in Eden Township, was moved to the April 23, 2024, meeting. No members of the public gave comment.

• Set total valuation at $550,000 for parcel 280.58.02.003 (Jerald Zutz Revocable Trust) (3-0)
• Set total valuation at $4,927,497 for parcel 280.07.01.002C (South Dakota FCA) (3-0)
• Set total valuation at $768,951 for parcel 280.15.18.001 (Susan Sabers) (3-0)
• Set total valuation at $5,906,497 for parcel 280.19.00.001C (Sun Enterprises) (3-0)
• Set total valuation at $872,000 for parcel 280.23.13.006A (Tan Tara Partners) (3-0)
• Set total valuation at $614,360 for parcel 280.23.15.001 (Heibult Properties LLC) (3-0)
• Set total valuation at $2,235,000 for parcel 280.26.08.004B (Garry Jacobson) (3-0)
• Set total valuation at $9,636 for parcel 280.26.12.007B (Pamela Taylor) (3-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to consider several individual property assessments and corrections. The agenda includes a consent item regarding resolution corrections under SDCL 10-11-26 (1).

• Resolution for corrections in accordance with SDCL 10-11-26 (1)
• Public comment hearings for 18 property assessment cases including Houser, Heartland Fields Inv, and Peterson Properties LLC

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization met on April 16, 2024, and approved administrative changes and adjustments to property valuations for numerous parcels in various cities and townships. All motions carried unanimously with votes from Commissioners Poppens, Landeen, and Schmidt. One objection to owner-occupied status was denied. The board also approved administrative changes for four parcels and set new valuations for several properties following objections. The meeting was recessed until 1:00 p.m. the same day.

• Approved administrative changes for parcel 210.10.35.000: NADC $38,612, NADC2 $49,503 (3-0)
• Approved administrative changes for parcel 100.50.58.3030: AGA $173,486, AGA1 $77,787, NAA1 $194,394 (3-0)
• Approved administrative changes for parcel 097.49.46.3000: NAC $0 (3-0)
• Approved administrative changes for parcel 100.49.53.2031: NAC $217,600, NAC1 $323,021 (3-0)
• Approved valuation for parcel 240.72.05.001A: NADC $46,813, NADC2 $645,748, total $692,561 (3-0)
• Approved valuation for parcel 240.72.05.002A: NADC $41,649, NADC2 $627,238, total $668,887 (3-0)
• Approved valuation for parcel 240.72.05.004A: NADC $43,212, NADC2 $627,238, total $670,450 (3-0)
• Approved valuation for parcel 240.72.06.001A: NADC $119,811, NADC2 $1,300,510, total $1,420,321 (3-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review 33 scheduled property tax items. The board will hear from individual property owners and entities regarding specific parcels.

• Hearing for Superior Properties (parcels 200.15.00.028 and 200.58.00.107)
• Hearing for Oakridge Estates LLC (parcels 099.49.02.1000 and 099.49.02.A006)
• Multiple hearings for Progressive Ag Holdings LLC (parcels 098.50.17.B001 through B015)

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization met on April 16, 2024, and approved valuation changes for numerous property assessment objections. All motions carried unanimously (3-0) with Vice-Chair Jim Schmidt and Commissioners Michael Poppens and Tiffani Landeen present. Most properties were in the City of Canton or in Lynn, Lavalley, and Pleasant Townships. Two objections were rescheduled to April 23, 2024, and the board recessed until 6:00 p.m. the same day.

• Approved valuation of $192,471 for parcel 200.11.00.006 (Cressman, Canton) (3-0)
• Approved valuation of $377,364 for parcel 200.14.05.009 (Nelson, Canton) (3-0)
• Approved valuation of $228,473 for parcel 200.15.00.028 (Superior Properties, Canton) (3-0)
• Approved valuation of $183,139 for parcel 200.58.00.107 (Superior Properties, Canton) (3-0)
• Approved valuation of $226,237 for parcel 200.18.00.003B (Feucht, Canton) (3-0)
• Approved valuation of $201,572 for parcel 200.21.00.004 (Wiebe, Canton) (3-0)
• Approved valuation of $300,281 for parcel 200.32.11.004 (Heikkila Living Trust, Canton) (3-0)
• Approved valuation of $172,103 for parcel 200.33.02.005 (Johnson, Canton) (3-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to hear a series of scheduled appeals regarding specific property parcels. The board will review requests from individual residents and business entities.

• Haberer Living Trust (099.50.06.A04A)
• Rex & Debra Pommier (099.50.08.2033 and 099.50.08.D100)
• Heros Messauge LLP (099.51.36.4030)
• Bakker Crossing LLC (multiple parcels including 100.50.29.4030, 100.50.29.D100, 100.50.29.D510, 100.50.29.D511, and 100.50.32.1010)
• John C & Linda Raney (099.51.08.A000 and 099.51.08.D100)

The Board of Equalization reviewed and approved new assessed values for 13 real property parcels across LaValley, Perry, and Springdale Townships. One motion regarding parcel 099.50.08.2033 failed due to lack of a second, but a subsequent motion for the same parcel was approved. Five additional parcels were tabled to a future meeting on April 23, 2024.

• Approved new valuation of $348,816 for parcel 099.50.06.A04A (3-0)
• Motion for parcel 099.50.08.2033 failed to get a second
• Approved new valuation of $338,602 for parcel 099.50.08.2033 (3-0)
• Approved new valuation of $45,178 for parcel 099.50.08.D100 (3-0)
• Approved new valuation of $168,968 for parcel 099.51.14.B500 (3-0)
• Approved new valuation of $174,500 for parcel 099.51.14.B700 (3-0)
• Approved new valuation of $319,997 for parcel 099.51.36.4030 (3-0)
• Approved new valuation of $100,000 for parcel 100.49.16.A0D1 (3-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to hear a series of scheduled cases regarding property assessments. The board will review requests from various organizations, including economic development corporations and healthcare providers.

• Review of US Military Vets MC SD 2 (250.10.07.009)
• Review of Lennox Area Development Corp (multiple parcels)
• Review of Harrisburg Economic Development Corporation (multiple parcels)
• Review of Avera Health and Avera McKennan parcels
• Review of Hudson Economic Devel Inc (multiple parcels)

The Board approved several 100% tax exemptions for various development corporations and non-profits. It also denied exemption requests for several other parcels and adjusted the valuations for two property assessment objections in Sioux Falls.

• Granted 100% tax exemption for US Military Vets MC SD 2, South Dakota Achieve, and Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 289 (3-0)
• Granted 100% tax exemption for multiple Hudson Economic Development and Worthing Economic Development parcels (3-0)
• Denied tax exemptions (0% exempt) for Canton Economic Development, Harrisburg Economic Development, and R&D Development LLC parcels (3-0)
• Granted 100% tax exemption for University of Northwestern after a previous motion for 0% exemption failed (3-0)
• Granted partial exemptions for Home Builders Association of the Sioux Empire (5.3%), South Dakota FCA (42.03%), and Avera Health/McKennan (99%) (3-0)
• Set total valuation for Hunter Investments LLC parcel 270.16.01.003B at $313,250 (3-0)
• Set total valuation for Nirburg LLC parcel 270.26.09.001A at $318,805 (3-0)
• Approved Board of Equalization minutes from 04.09.2024 (3-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will conduct a series of individual property assessment hearings. These scheduled items involve various owners and entities, including CJB Townhomes LLC, BAH Properties LLC, and Smart Homes LLC.

• 53 individual property assessment hearings
• Hearings for CJB Townhomes LLC (multiple parcels)
• Hearings for BAH Properties LLC (multiple parcels)
• Hearings for RS Capital LLC
• Hearings for Smart Homes LLC

The Board of Equalization reviewed numerous objections to real property assessments and owner-occupied status requests. The board approved most valuation adjustments and owner-occupancy requests, though two specific motions failed.

• Granted owner-occupied status for land only on parcel 280.28.00.011 (3-0)
• Denied owner-occupied status for parcel 241.11.04.006A (3-0)
• Denied owner-occupied status for parcel 241.81.05.010 (3-0)
• Set total valuation for Harrisburg Storage Company LLC (parcel 270.56.00.2800) at $1,303,604 (3-0)
• Set total valuation for Creekside Commons (parcel 270.86.08.001) at $18,249,866 (3-0)
• Set total valuation for HK Restaurant Properties LLC (parcel 281.93.01.001) at $5,715,156 (3-0)
• Changed classification to AGC for parcel 097.51.20.4010 with valuation of $107,862 (3-0)
• Changed classification to NADO for parcel 250.40.32.005A with valuation of $24,320 (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six land-use applications. These include requests for motor vehicle sales, accessory building size increases, and a zoning change to light industrial. The commission will also hold a work session on parliamentary procedure.

• Conditional use permit for motor vehicle sales and repair at 27055 Sunset Blvd, Suite 1
• Rezoning request from Agricultural District to Light Industrial District at 47121 272nd St
• Request to allow 2,400 square feet of accessory building space at 27828 481st Ave
• Request to allow 2,032 square feet of accessory building space at 27427 SD Highway 11
• Request to allow 1,600 square feet of accessory building space at 47151 Kings Circle

The Planning Commission approved four conditional use permits for business and residential building requests. One request for an accessory building was tabled, and a request to rezone agricultural land to light industrial was denied.

• Approved motor vehicle sales and repair permit at 27055 Sunset Blvd, Suite 1 (6-0)
• Approved 1,600 sq ft accessory building permit at 47151 Kings Circle (6-0)
• Approved building eligibility transfer in Dayton Township (6-0)
• Approved 2,400 sq ft accessory building permit at 27828 481st Ave (6-0)
• Tabled accessory building permit for 2,032 sq ft at 27427 SD Highway 11 (6-0)
• Denied rezoning from Agricultural to Light Industrial at 47121 272nd St (0-5)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a bar or lounge at 27097 Tallgrass Ave. The commission will also review the Sioux Falls Tier Map Update.

• Conditional use permit for a bar/lounge at 27097 Tallgrass Ave (Joe Stavig/Dakota Reserve, LLC)
• Sioux Falls Tier Map Update

The joint Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit (USE-0021-2024) allowing a bar/lounge at 27097 Tallgrass Ave in Delapre Township, with four conditions covering lot requirements, parking, signage, outdoor storage, and noise/odor limits. Both the County and City commissions voted unanimously to approve. The commission also received a presentation on the Sioux Falls Tier Map Update, which guides future development and rezoning, but took no action on it. Minutes and agenda were approved without changes.

• Approved conditional use permit USE-0021-2024 for a bar/lounge at 27097 Tallgrass Ave with four conditions (County roll call: 4-0; City voice vote: all yeas)
• Approved March 20, 2024 meeting minutes (both County and City: all yeas)
• Approved the meeting agenda (both County and City: all yeas)
• Received presentation on Sioux Falls Tier Map Update; no action taken
• Adjourned at 7:10 p.m. (both County and City: all yeas)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a contract for a micro surfacing project and receive presentations on airport improvements and TIF funding for the 85th Street and Interstate 29 Interchange. The board is also considering a rezoning request for 7 acres in Springdale Township.

• Contract with ASTECH Corp. for 2024 micro surfacing project for $847,188.90
• First reading of ordinance to rezone 7 acres in Springdale Township from Agricultural to Commercial
• Approval of County Commission claims totaling $2,598,733.22
• Presentation on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for 85th Street and Interstate 29 Interchange
• Request for bids for new office additions at the Highway Shop and crushed surfacing gravel

The Board approved a contract for a 2024 micro surfacing project and authorized bidding for Highway Shop office additions and gravel surfacing. The commission also approved over $2.5 million in claims and several personnel wage adjustments.

• Approved $847,188.90 contract with ASTECH Corp. for 2024 micro surfacing project
• Approved $2,598,733.22 in county claims
• Authorized bids for Highway Shop office additions (estimated $435,000)
• Authorized bids for surfacing gravel up to $210,000
• Authorized staff to investigate Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for 85th St and I-29 Interchange
• Hired Temothy Rodriguez-Gomez as full-time Deputy Sheriff at $29.46/hr
• Approved $21,437.98 in first quarter 2024 Highway Fund fuel cost transfers
• Approved $5.64 tax abatement for a property in the City of Harrisburg

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to decide on disabled veteran tax applications and continuing property exemptions. The board will also authorize the Director of Equalization to correct 2024 errors and apply specific tax freezes and value changes.

• Approval of 17 disabled veteran applications that missed the deadline
• Denial of 4 disabled veteran applications
• Authorization of elderly/disabled low income assistance freezes for 2024
• Approval of 100% exemptions for numerous parcels under SDCL 10-4-19
• Authorization of value changes for qualifying historical properties

The Board of Equalization approved 17 disabled veteran applications that missed the deadline and denied four others. The Board also authorized the Director of Equalization to make value changes for historical properties, low-income assistance freezes, and specific veteran exemptions.

• Approved 17 disabled veteran applications that missed the Nov 1 deadline (5-0)
• Denied 4 disabled veteran applications (5-0)
• Directed Director of Equalization to correct 2025 errors per SDCL 10-11-26 (5-0)
• Authorized 2024 elderly/disabled low-income assistance freeze changes (5-0)
• Authorized value changes for qualifying historical properties (5-0)
• Authorized value changes for properties under the Discretionary formula (5-0)
• Authorized exemptions for dwellings owned by certain paraplegic and disabled veterans (5-0)
• Approved continuing 100% exemptions for numerous parcels per SDCL 10-4-19 (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several real estate transactions, including a $1.1 million purchase for Justice Center access and the sale of surplus property. The board is also reviewing road preservation grants and a rezoning request in Springdale Township.

• Purchase of Parcels 098.49.15.4032 and 098.49.15.D100 for $1,100,000.00
• SDDOT preservation grants for structures #42-244-255 ($1,524,200) and #42-175-153 ($989,400)
• Rezoning of property in Springdale Township from Agricultural to Commercial
• Agreement with JSA Engineers for a downtown Canton parking lot for $16,900
• Consulting services agreement with AMCG for Lincoln County Airport for $56,480

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a $2,299,446.68 contract with Duininck Inc for the 2024 paving project. They also authorized three separate agreements with the South Dakota Department of Transportation for road preservation grants totaling over $3.7 million in grant funding. Additionally, the board approved hiring a Finance Manager, reclassifying an existing auditor role, and setting dates for a joint zoning hearing with Sioux Falls City Council.

• Approved $2,299,446.68 contract with Duininck Inc for 2024 paving (4-1)
• Approved $1,253,100 preservation grant agreement for structure 42-020-201 (5-0)
• Approved $1,524,200 preservation grant agreement for structure 42-244-255 (5-0)
• Approved $989,400 preservation grant agreement for structure 42-175-153 (5-0)
• Approved $16,900 agreement with JSA Engineers for courthouse parking lot (4-1)
• Authorized recruitment of Finance Manager and reclassification of Deputy Auditor (5-0)
• Approved 3-year labor agreement with Highway Union Local 2253 (5-0)
• Set dates for joint zoning hearing with Sioux Falls City Council (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding 2024 budget supplements and a conditional use permit for accessory building space. The board is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and property acquisitions.

• Purchase agreement for Parcels 098.49.15.4032 and 098.49.15.D100 for $1,100,000.00
• Agreement with VandeWalle Architect for highway shop office additions up to $425,000.00
• Agreement with Dakota Traffic Services for 2024 striping project up to $128,821.30
• Purchase of metal culverts and bridge materials up to $120,000.00
• Public hearing for budget supplements including $454,866.82 for airport improvements

The Board approved several 2024 budget supplements and authorized multiple highway and airport expenditures. The commission also awarded three land lease bids and denied an appeal for a conditional use permit regarding accessory building space.

• Approved 2024 budget supplements for Commissioners, Judicial, Treasurer, Airport, and Tif #8 (5-0)
• Denied appeal to uphold Conditional Use Permit #USE-0003-2024 for 4,000 sq ft accessory building (2-3)
• Approved $425,000 agreement with VandeWalle Architect for highway shop office additions (4-1)
• Approved $128,821.30 agreement with Dakota Traffic Services for 2024 striping project (5-0)
• Approved $120,000 purchase of culverts and bridge materials from True North Steel (5-0)
• Approved $766,905.98 in county claims (5-0)
• Awarded land lease bids to Paul Maassen, Jordan Andernacht (Airport), and Jordan Andernacht (4-H grounds) (5-0)
• Authorized transfer of tax deed properties to the City of Tea (5-0)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will meet to review a zoning application. The body will hold a public hearing regarding a request to change a property's designation from agricultural to commercial.

• Application RZNE-0009-2024: Rezoning approximately 7 acres from A-1 (Agricultural) to C (Commercial) in Springdale Township

The Joint Planning Commission reviewed a request to rezone approximately 7 acres in Springdale Township from Agricultural to Commercial. Both the County and City commissions voted against recommending the application for approval.

• Recommended approval of RZNE-0009-2024 (605 Storage Condos, LLC) denied by County (1-3, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of RZNE-0009-2024 (605 Storage Condos, LLC) denied by City (0-All)

Weed & Pest Board

The Weed & Pest Board will meet to elect officers and review operational reports. The board will consider the approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Election of President, Vice President, and Secretary
• Budget Report
• Spray Report by Russ Heggen
• Equipment Report by Russ Heggen
• Trouble Spots report by Russ Heggen

The board approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, and a budget report covering current and 2024 funds. The board also accepted reports regarding late fall thistle spraying and equipment maintenance.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved the minutes
• Accepted the current and 2024 budget report
• Accepted reports on thistle spraying and equipment alignment

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits and proposed zoning text amendments. The body will also review conditions for a fireworks sales permit.

• Conditional use permit for 62,250 square feet of warehousing in Lynn Township (USE-0008-2024)
• Conditional use permit for a Class 1 Major Home Occupation at 47247 295th St (USE-0010-2024)
• Text amendments to Chapter 154 (Zoning) regarding carbon dioxide pipelines and production facilities
• Conditions review for fireworks sales at 47022 Teri Lane (USE-0032-2022)

The Planning Commission approved two conditional use permits for warehousing and a home occupation. A proposed zoning amendment regarding carbon dioxide pipelines was postponed until August.

• Approved conditional use permit for 62,250 sq ft of warehousing in Lynn Township (6-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Class 1 Major Home Occupation at 47247 295th St (6-0)
• Postponed zoning amendments for carbon dioxide pipelines and production facilities until August (6-0)
• Determined conditions were satisfied for fireworks sales permit at 47022 Teri Lane
• Approved invitation for Russell Swanson to present on parliamentary procedure on April 15 (All-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review county claims and personnel actions. The body is deciding on the purchase of road sealants and updates to the Employee Handbook. Two tax deed properties will be declared surplus and transferred to the City of Sioux Falls.

• Approval of Lincoln County Claims totaling $2,344,848.37
• Transfer of tax deed properties (Parcel No. 281.31.14.00B and 281.07.00.A100) to the City of Sioux Falls
• Purchase of crack sealant and mastic sealant via Yankton County bid
• Approval of Employee Handbook update
• Authorization of auditor to sign payroll client agreement and bank account authorization

The Board approved over $2.3 million in county claims and authorized the Highway Department to purchase road sealant using a Yankton County bid. The Board also transferred two surplus tax deed properties to the City of Sioux Falls.

• Approved Lincoln County Claims totaling $2,344,848.37
• Authorized Highway Department to purchase crack sealant ($.67/lb) and mastic sealant ($.60/lb) from White Cap
• Declared two tax deed properties surplus and authorized Quit Claim Deeds to the City of Sioux Falls
• Approved salary correction for Deputy State’s Attorney Roland Henry to $3,760.74 biweekly
• Approved updates to Employee Handbook sections 10.2 and 10.3
• Authorized auditor to sign payroll client agreement and bank debit/credit authorization
• Approved March 5, 2024, Commission Minutes

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review contracts for the old jail demolition and Justice Center site excavation. The body is also deciding on a server purchase for administrative offices and a temporary liquor license.

• Budgeted purchase of servers for Administrative offices for $90,828.00
• Agreement with Spielman Excavating for demolition and excavation at the Lincoln County Justice Center site
• Change order for the old jail demolition project with Spielman
• Public hearing date for appeal of Conditional Use Permit #USE-0003-2024 in LaValley Township
• Temporary on-sale liquor license application for The Good Earth Farm LLC

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a $90,828.00 quote to purchase equipment for the Administrative offices, a change order to the Spielman jail demolition agreement not to exceed $14,908.32, and a $12,138.00 agreement with Spielman Excavating for demolition and excavation at the Lincoln County Justice Center site. The board also approved a temporary on-sale liquor license for The Good Earth Farm LLC for an April 26, 2024 event, and a $41,504.00 cost-reducing change order for the airport north apron project. All votes were unanimous among the four present commissioners; Commissioner James C. Jibben was absent.

• Approved $90,828.00 quote for Administrative office equipment (4-0)
• Approved change order to Spielman jail demolition agreement, not to exceed $14,908.32 (4-0)
• Approved $12,138.00 agreement with Spielman Excavating for demolition at Justice Center site (4-0)
• Approved temporary on-sale liquor license for The Good Earth Farm LLC event on April 26, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved airport change order #1 reducing project costs by $41,504.00 (4-0)
• Approved partial payment estimate 3 of $51,098.91 for airport north apron project (4-0)
• Approved hire of Annabelle Ball as full-time Dispatcher at $24.35/hr effective 03.11.2024 (4-0)
• Approved tax abatement of $523.44 for parcel 098.51.31.1031 (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several budget increases, including funds for airport improvements and a public defender contract. The board is also deciding on awards for 2024 asphalt and microsurfacing projects. Other actions include approving detention services and office furniture for the Sheriff's Office.

• Public hearing set for March 26, 2024, to adopt budget supplements including $454,866.82 for airport improvements
• Proposed $13,674.19 purchase of reception area furniture for the Sheriff's Office
• Awarding of 2024 asphalt surfacing and microsurfacing projects
• Agreement for Detention Services between Minnehaha County, Lutheran Social Services South Dakota, and Lincoln County
• Tax abatement of $2,496.72 for a parcel in the City of Tea

The Board approved a $2,299,446.68 asphalt surfacing contract and an $847,188.90 microsurfacing project. The Commission also awarded multiple 2024 supply bids for road materials and approved several personnel hires and step increases.

• Awarded 2024 asphalt surfacing project to Duininck Inc for $2,299,446.68
• Awarded 2024 microsurfacing project to ASTECH Corp for $847,188.90
• Approved $13,674.19 for Sheriff's Office reception area furniture
• Scheduled public hearing for March 26, 2024, to adopt 2024 Budget supplements
• Approved tax abatement for a City of Tea parcel in the amount of $2,496.72
• Authorized detention services agreement with Minnehaha County and Lutheran Social Services
• Hired Julie Anderson (Office Assistant – Jail) and Tracie Storo (Assistant 4H Program Advisor)
• Awarded 2024 supply bids for concrete culverts, crushed concrete, diesel, and rock salt

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for accessory building space. The body will also conduct a joint work session with the Board of Commissioners and review remanded ordinances concerning carbon dioxide pipelines and production facilities.

• Public hearing for USE-0003-2024: request for 4,000 square feet of accessory building space at 47254 279th Street
• Work session on remanded Carbon Dioxide Pipelines and Carbon Dioxide Production Facilities Ordinances
• Election of Planning Commission Officers for 2024
• Joint Work Session with the Board of Commissioners

The Commission approved a conditional use permit for a 4,000 square foot accessory building for personal storage. Members elected a new Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and alternates for 2024. A public hearing was scheduled for remanded carbon dioxide pipeline and production facility ordinances.

• Approved conditional use permit for 4,000 sq ft accessory building at 47254 279th Street (6-0)
• Elected Erik Scott as Planning Commission Chairperson (6-0)
• Elected Jerry Jongeling as Planning Commission Vice-Chairperson (6-0)
• Appointed Collin Enstad and Monty Derousseau as Planning Commission Alternates (All-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for remanded carbon dioxide pipelines and production facilities ordinances for the next meeting (All-0)
• Approved January 16, 2024 meeting minutes (All-0)

Board of Commission

The Board will consider two applications for temporary on-sale liquor licenses and award a bid for the 2024 striping project. Other business includes approving $2,894,413.57 in claims and a memorandum of understanding with South Dakota State University.

• Claims totaling $2,894,413.57
• Public hearing for Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation temporary malt beverage license
• Temporary on-sale liquor license application for The Good Earth Farm LLC
• Awarding of the 2024 striping project bid
• MOU with South Dakota State University for Extension educational programs

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a claims list totaling $2,894,413.57 and awarded the 2024 county striping bid to Dakota Traffic Services for $128,821.30. The board approved a temporary on-sale malt beverage license for a Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation fundraiser on March 23, 2024, and approved a Memorandum of Understanding with South Dakota State University for Extension programs. A request for a temporary on-sale liquor license for The Good Earth Farm LLC failed after a motion to table it did not carry. The board also approved several personnel resolutions and entered executive session for legal and contract matters.

• Approved claims totaling $2,894,413.57 (5-0, Poppens absent)
• Awarded 2024 county striping bid to Dakota Traffic Services for $128,821.30 (5-0)
• Approved temporary on-sale malt beverage license for Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation fundraiser on March 23, 2024 (5-0)
• Motion to table temporary on-sale liquor license for The Good Earth Farm LLC failed (5-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with South Dakota State University for Extension programs (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for one State's Attorney's Office employee to National Conference on Juvenile Justice in Cleveland, OH, March 17-20, 2024, reimbursed by JDAI Youth Diversion grant (5-0)
• Approved decrease in cell phone stipend for Youth Diversion Coordinator to $40.00 per month (5-0)
• Approved multiple personnel resolutions including Chad Brown as Chief Deputy at $4,991.34 biweekly and Ryan Wiese as Senior Deputy State's Attorney at $4,362.26 biweekly (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a lease for a 3,150 square ft. site at the Lincoln County/Marv Skie Airport. The body will also consider several airport-related actions, including a vehicle purchase and the termination of business planning services.

• Public hearing for lease of Site M-2 at Lincoln County/Marv Skie Airport to Joseph W. Darst, Jr.
• Purchase of a 2024 Ford F-250 for the Airport Manager from Lamb Motors
• Payroll of $455,639.80 and longevity payments of $4,400.00
• Tax abatements for properties in Sioux Falls ($1,945.08), Lennox ($1,866.72), and Canton ($1,495.08)
• Contract renewal with Automatic Security Company, Inc. for $270/year

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a Resolution of Necessity to condemn private property owned by Douglas and Sherry McKenney for highway construction, passing 4-1. The board also authorized a $8,100 traffic impact study for the Justice Center and approved numerous personnel hires and promotions, including new deputy sheriffs and a veteran services officer. Several resolutions approved tax abatements, airport contracts, and the opening of public bids for county land leases.

• Approved condemnation of McKenney land for highway (4-1)
• Approved $8,100 traffic impact study for Justice Center (4-1)
• Authorized $49,535 purchase of 2024 Ford F-250 for Airport (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 Independent Fee Estimate for Airport Apron (5-0)
• Terminated Aeroplex contract for Airport business planning (5-0)
• Approved hire of David Ekle as full-time Veteran Services Officer (5-0)
• Approved multiple Deputy Sheriff and Correctional Officer hires/promotions (5-0)
• Approved tax abatements for properties in Sioux Falls, Lennox, and Canton (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the agenda and hold an executive session. The session is for consulting with legal counsel regarding pending litigation or contractual matters.

• Executive session regarding proposed or pending litigation or contractual matters

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved its agenda, entered executive session at 11:03 a.m. to consult with legal counsel about proposed or pending litigation or contractual matters under SDCL 1-25-2(3), and exited at 12:07 p.m. No public comments or commissioner reports were given. The meeting adjourned at 12:09 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. on February 6, 2024. No substantive policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances were acted on in open session.

• Approved the agenda (5-0)
• Entered executive session at 11:03 a.m. for legal counsel consultation on litigation or contractual matters (5-0)
• Exited executive session at 12:07 p.m. (3-0, with Arends and Schmidt recorded absent)
• Adjourned at 12:09 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. on February 6, 2024 (3-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the location of a proposed new prison and carbon dioxide pipeline transport and storage facilities. The board is also deciding on highway projects, township grants, and several tax abatements.

• Proposed resolution to site a new prison in Lincoln County industrial areas
• Discussion on carbon dioxide pipeline transport and storage facilities
• Claims of $314,145.54 and Payroll of $464,455.48
• Surplus of the old jail building at 123 North Main St., Canton
• Request for bids for 2024 Microsurfacing and Surfacing projects

The Board approved the sale of county property in Tea to CANAM Investments for $1,795,365.00. A resolution encouraging the state to site a new prison on industrial land failed 2-3. The Board also approved rural infrastructure grants totaling over $439,000 and set spring load limits for county roads.

• Approved sale of Parcel 240.28.76.1000 in Tea to CANAM Investments for $1,795,365.00 (5-0)
• Resolution encouraging state to site new prison on industrial land failed (2-3)
• Approved Rural Access Infrastructure Fund grants totaling $439,421 for five townships (5-0)
• Set spring load limits at 7 tons/axle for asphalt and 6 tons/axle for gravel roads (5-0)
• Tabled discussion on Resolution of Necessity for highway land acquisition for two weeks (3-2)
• Approved VanDeWalle Architects for Highway shop office additions planning (5-0)
• Approved surplus of old jail building at 123rd N. Main St., Canton (5-0)
• Approved Roo's Sanitation as 2024 Commercial Garbage Hauler (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for motor vehicle sales. The body will also hold a work session to discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Public hearing for USE-0078-2023: Conditional use permit for motor vehicle sales at 27050 Sunset Boulevard (Unit #1)
• Work session regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update

The commission approved a conditional use permit for Pederson Auto Brokers, LLC to sell vehicles at 27050 Sunset Boulevard, provided all vehicles are kept inside. The commission also held a work session regarding updates to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved conditional use permit USE-0078-2023 for motor vehicle sales at 27050 Sunset Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from December 18, 2023 (All-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (All-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of a conditional use permit for a farm product digester in Eden Township. The board is also considering actions on highway property acquisition, road striping bids, and a disaster mitigation plan.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit #USE-0072-2023 (digester) in Eden Township
• Purchase of a 2022 Caterpillar Excavator for $89,073
• Approval of claims totaling $2,350,548.70 and payroll of $451,811.35
• Resolution of Necessity to acquire real property for highway construction
• Awarding of 2024 Rural Access Infrastructure Funding (RAIF) grants to townships

The Board upheld the Planning Commission's approval of a Conditional Use Permit for an agricultural digester. A resolution to condemn private land for highway construction failed with a 2-2 vote. The Board also approved a $89,073 excavator purchase, adopted a regional disaster mitigation plan, and authorized $2.35 million in claims.

• Upheld Conditional Use Permit #USE-0072-2023 for farm digester (4-0)
• Resolution to condemn land for highway failed (2-2)
• Approved $89,073 purchase of Caterpillar excavator (3-0)
• Adopted 2023 Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan for Minnehaha/Lincoln (3-0)
• Authorized bids for 2024 Road Striping Project (3-0)
• Approved $2,350,548.70 in claims and $451,811.35 in payroll
• Approved wage increase for Deputy Sheriff Greg Degrange (3-0)
• Agreed to delete structure 42-110-253 from National Bridge Inventory (3-0)

Board of Commission

The Board will consider a rezoning request for the Ninemile View Addition and approve various 2024 administrative appointments and fees. The meeting includes decisions on county salaries, election official pay, and hardware purchases.

• Public hearing for rezoning Lots 1, 2, and 3 of Ninemile View Addition to Rural Residential District
• Computer hardware purchase in the amount of $87,626.29
• Animal Control Services agreement with Sioux Falls Area Humane Society for $10,033.50
• Setting precinct election official fees at $175.00 and election superintendent fees at $200.00
• 3% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Lincoln County Highway Union, Local 2253

The Board elected James C. Jibben as Chair and Jim Schmidt as Vice Chair for 2024. The commission approved various administrative resolutions, including election official pay and the 2024 polling place locations, but denied a rezoning request for the Ninemile View Addition.

• Elected James C. Jibben as 2024 Chair (4-1 abstain)
• Elected Jim Schmidt as 2024 Vice Chair (4-1 abstain)
• Set precinct election official fees at $175 and superintendent fees at $200
• Approved $10,033.50 annual agreement with Sioux Falls Area Humane Society
• Authorized $87,626.29 for computer hardware purchase
• Denied rezoning of Lots 1, 2, and 3, Ninemile View Addition (2-3)
• Approved 5% pay increase for Board of Commissioners to $29,513.48 (3-2)
• Approved 3% COLA for Lincoln County Highway Union, Local 2253 (5-0)