Lincoln County public meetings in 2025

Board of Commission

The board will hold a public hearing on a proposed issuance of tax‑exempt revenue bonds not to exceed $9,900,000, with proceeds to refinance prior obligations for the University of Sioux Falls. It will also consider a lien compromise request for $2,094, a detention services agreement for 2026, a communications department pay policy update, and several budget and contingency cash transfers. Additional discussion items include funding for the Local Emergency Management Performance Grant and next steps for the Lincoln County Old Courthouse.

• Public hearing on issuance of tax‑exempt revenue bonds up to $9,900,000 for University of Sioux Falls
• Approve Lincoln County Claims totaling $2,679,469.54 (Consent agenda)
• Approve 2026 commercial garbage hauler/recycling licenses for A‑OK Sanitary Service, Herm's Sanitation, Novak Sanitary Service, RBS Sanitation Inc., Dakota Dumpster and Waste Management
• Set public hearing date for lease of Hanger R5 at Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport (lease >120 days, amount > $500)
• Approve and authorize change orders for Justice Center construction

Weed & Pest Board

The Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board will consider routine actions to approve its agenda and minutes. It will also receive reports on the budget, equipment, spraying activities, and complaints. No specific decisions beyond these approvals are listed.

• Approve Weed & Pest Board agenda
• Approve Weed & Pest Board minutes
• Budget report
• Equipment report
• Spray report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for an accessory building. The body will also conduct a work session on zoning ordinance amendments and approve the 2026 calendar.

• Public hearing for USE-0061-2025: request to increase accessory building area to 1,980 square feet at 46661 Burma Court
• Work session regarding Zoning Ordinance Amendments
• Approval of 2026 Planning & Zoning Calendar

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes, consider amendments to their joint bylaws, and review the full draft of the Sioux Falls 2050 Comprehensive Plan.

• Approval of September 10, 2025, meeting minutes
• Amendments to Joint Planning Commission Bylaws
• Sioux Falls 2050 Comprehensive Plan Full Draft Presentation

The Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commissions approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes and the meeting agenda by voice vote with unanimous yeas. Both commissions also approved proposed amendments to the joint planning commission bylaws, changing the regular meeting date and rescheduling rules. All motions carried with no recorded nays.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (County) – voice vote, yeas all, nays none
• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (City) – voice vote, yeas all, nays none
• Approved meeting agenda (County) – voice vote, yeas all, nays none
• Approved meeting agenda (City) – voice vote, yeas all, nays none
• Approved bylaws amendment (County) – roll call yeas: Boots, Green, Sweeter, Scott; abstain: Otten; nays none
• Approved bylaws amendment (City) – roll call yeas: Mullaly, Nyberg, Van Nieuwenhuyzen, Norman; nays none

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will vote on several consent agenda items, including payment of $2,330,442.05 in county claims and renewal of a medical cannabis cultivation license. Regular business includes motions to create a public defender advisory committee, set airport ground lease rates, and approve a market compensation study. An executive session will address personnel and legal matters.

• Approve Lincoln County Claims totaling $2,330,442.05
• Renew Medical Cannabis cultivation license for Dakota Herb LLC (Lot 4B Block 5 Muellers 2nd Add.)
• Authorize payment of $17,654.11 to Helms Engineering
• Consider motion to establish a public defender advisory committee
• Consider motion to set ground lease rates for Marv Skie-Lincoln County Airport

The Lincoln County Board approved revised ground lease rates for the Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport, setting rent at $0.40 per square foot with an annual increase of $0.005 and a 25‑year commitment. The Board also established a public defender advisory committee, approved a market compensation study, and authorized several contracts, hires, and step increases. Administrative leave for county employees on December 24, 2025, was also approved.

• Approved $2,330,442.05 county claims (4-0)
• Renewed medical cannabis license for Dakota Herb LLC (4-0)
• Approved $17,654.11 invoice to Helms Engineering (4-0)
• Approved hiring of Deputy State’s Attorney Kathryn Lembcke (4-0)
• Approved step increase for Deputy Sheriff Christopher Hogan (4-0)
• Approved new airport ground lease rates: $0.40/sq ft, $0.005 annual increase, 25‑year term (4-1)
• Established public defender advisory committee (5-0)
• Approved market compensation study by McGrath Human Resources (3-2)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss establishing an office of public defender and a potential refunding bond issue for the University of Sioux Falls. The board is also reviewing 2026 pay matrices, elected officials' compensation, and bridge grant applications.

• Proposed contract with US Imaging for $189,443.26 to scan Register of Deeds books and microfilm
• Discussion on establishing an office of public defender
• Potential 501(c)(3) Refunding Bond Issue for University of Sioux Falls
• Bridge Improvement Grant applications for structures 42-120-283, 42-200-226, and 42-200-249
• Approval of 2026 Pay Matrix and elected officials' compensation

The commissioners approved the creation of an Office of the Public Defender with defined qualifications and a two‑year term. They also adopted 2.5% cost‑of‑living adjustments for both County employees and elected officials. Additional actions included authorizing bridge improvement grant applications, a $189,443.26 digitization contract for the Register of Deeds, a salary step increase for the Deputy Sheriff, and travel for IT staff to the Cisco Live conference. All listed motions passed except the holiday office‑closure motion, which failed.

• Established Office of Public Defender with qualifications and 2‑year term (5‑0)
• Approved 2.5% cost‑of‑living adjustment for County employees (3‑2)
• Approved 2.5% cost‑of‑living adjustment for elected officials (3‑2)
• Authorized bridge improvement grant applications for bridges 42‑120‑283, 42‑200‑226, 42‑200‑249 (5‑0)
• Approved $189,443.26 Register of Deeds Scan Project contract with US Imaging (5‑0)
• Approved step increase for Deputy Sheriff Derek Fischer to $37.67/hr (5‑0)
• Approved out‑of‑state travel for IT staff to Cisco Live conference, May 31–June 4 2026 (5‑0)
• Approved Chair to execute annual SDSU‑Lincoln County 4‑H partnership MOU for 2026 (5‑0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will consider and vote on several agenda items, including approval of the agenda, payroll of $490,957.25, and various reports. Consent agenda items include a $3,164,063.29 claim payment, renewal of a medical cannabis license for Ned Horsted, and a DOT contract amendment. Regular business features public hearings on a retail liquor license, multiple budget supplements, two zoning ordinance changes, and a contract for housing county prisoners. The meeting also includes updates on safety plans and executive sessions on personnel and legal matters.

• Approve Lincoln County Claims in the amount of $3,164,063.29
• Renew cultivation & manufacturing medical cannabis license for Ned Horsted (parcel 098.50.18.4010)
• Public hearing on Retail On‑Sale Liquor License for The Good Earth Farm LLC (parcel 098.51.28.B20C)
• Adopt budget supplements adding $371,645, $65,000, $30,000, $100,000, $5,000, $600, $1,000, $15,000, $25,000, $205,000, $30,000, and $1,000 to various accounts
• Amend zoning for parcels 099.50.02.F302 and 099.51.19.4010 from A‑1 Agricultural to PD Planned Development

The Lincoln County Board approved a Retail On‑Sale Liquor License for The Good Earth Farm LLC. It also adopted budget supplements, renewed a medical cannabis cultivation permit, and approved several personnel step increases and a grant‑final‑payment amendment. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items, including $3,164,063.29 in county claims and various debt‑service payments (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑2027 renewal of medical cannabis cultivation & manufacturing application for Ned Horsted (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Ryan Buckneberg, Highway Dept., to $35.59/hr (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Wendy Sweeter, 4‑H Advisor, to $2,615.76 bi‑weekly (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #1 to agreement #718669 with the Department of Transportation for grant final payment (unanimous)
• Approved Retail On‑Sale Liquor License for The Good Earth Farm LLC, Parcel #098.51.28.B20C (unanimous)
• Approved supplements to the 2025 Budget totaling $413,645 (includes $1,000, $25,000, $15,000, $1,000, $371,645) (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss new business, and hold public hearings on three conditional use permit applications.

• Approval of October 20, 2025, meeting minutes
• Conditional use permit for 2,820 sq ft accessory building at 47555 271st Street
• Conditional use permit for Class 1 Major Home Occupation at 47555 271st Street
• Conditional use permit for 8,000 sq ft accessory building at 28054 472nd Street
• Planning Commission briefing on new business

The commission approved the minutes from October 20, 2025 and the meeting agenda by voice vote. It then approved three conditional use permit applications—USE-0058-2025, USE-0059-2025, and USE-0063-2025—each with specific conditions and a roll‑call vote of four yeas and one abstention. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (voice vote: all yeas)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote: all yeas)
• Approved USE-0058-2025 conditional use permit (yeas: Sweeter, Boots, Green, Scott; abstain: Otten)
• Approved USE-0059-2025 conditional use permit (yeas: Sweeter, Boots, Green, Scott; abstain: Otten)
• Approved USE-0063-2025 conditional use permit (yeas: Sweeter, Boots, Green, Scott; abstain: Otten)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote: all yeas)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve payroll, claims totaling $5.3 million, and personnel actions. The meeting includes the first reading of two ordinances to rezone agricultural land to a planned development district for a solar project and a residential property.

• Approve Lincoln County Claims: $5,377,903.40
• First reading: Zone change for USS Lennox Solar LLC (Parcel 099.51.19.4010)
• First reading: Zone change for Mark & Teresa Blow (Parcel 099.50.02.F302)
• Approve 2025.11.13 Memorandum of Personnel Actions
• Adopt Board of Commissioner Rules of Procedure

The Lincoln County Board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda items unanimously. It authorized payment of $5,377,903.40 in county claims. The board also approved hiring Deputy Sheriff Ryan Bates and 911 Dispatcher Grace Campbell, and granted step‑increase pay raises for several staff members.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved $5,377,903.40 county claims (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Deputy Sheriff Ryan Bates at $32.50/hr (unanimous)
• Approved hire of 911 Dispatcher Grace Campbell at $24.47/hr (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Joel Carlson to $33.31/hr (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Scott Johnson to $28.38/hr (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Monte Miller to $29.28/hr (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a contract for a lighting upgrade project and discuss establishing a committee to study Emergency Medical Services Districts. The body is also deciding on several consent items including vehicle purchases and zoning hearing dates.

• Contract award to Electric Construction Company for EECBG Lighting Upgrade project for $160,182.00
• Purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 pickup for $51,236
• Tax abatement/refund for a parcel in the City of Tea in the amount of $2,279.57
• Scheduling of public hearings for two zoning changes from Agricultural to Planned Development Districts
• Renewal of Uniform Alcoholic Beverage Applications for six entities including Sky Dine Inc and Lenkota Country Club

The board voted unanimously to modify the county highway system by deleting three segments of 469th and 470th Avenues. It also approved two planned‑development zoning changes, moving specific agricultural parcels to the PD district. Additional actions included approving the 2026 employee health benefits renewal, a letter of support for regional wastewater efforts, and the purchase of a new Chevrolet Silverado pickup. The board authorized several personnel hires and step‑increase salary adjustments.

• Approved deletion of three county highway routes (469th Ave. segments and 470th Ave.) (5-0)
• Approved zoning change for Lot 2 of Tract 3, Huizenga Farms to PD district (5-0)
• Approved zoning change for North 60 Acres of East Half of SE1/4, Section 19 to PD district (5-0)
• Approved 2026 employee health benefits renewal (5-0)
• Approved letter of support for regional wastewater efforts (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 pickup for $51,236 (5-0)
• Approved hiring of Deputy Sheriff Christian Johnson at $30.93/hr (5-0)
• Approved step increase for Joseph Meader, Civil Deputy State’s Attorney, $4,172.31 biweekly (5-0)

General

The board will hold a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance that amends Chapter 155, Section 155.010 of the county code. The amendment changes the boundaries of the joint zoning and platting jurisdiction shared with the City of Sioux Falls. The meeting also includes routine approval of the agenda and announcements of upcoming meetings.

• Second reading and public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 155, Section 155.010 (joint zoning boundaries)
• Board action to approve the meeting agenda

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved an amendment to Chapter 155, Section 155.010 of the county code, changing the boundaries of the joint zoning and platted jurisdiction with the City of Sioux Falls. The motion passed unanimously. Routine motions to recess, approve the agenda, and adjourn were also approved without opposition.

• Approved amendment to Chapter 155, Section 155.010 joint zoning boundaries (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Recessed meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned until November 4, 2025 (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve payroll and county claims. The agenda consists primarily of routine business and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Payroll approval for $478,649.26
• Lincoln County Claims approval for $3,380,019.79

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a total of $3,380,019.79 in county claims. The board also approved the meeting agenda, consent agenda items, the October 14 minutes, a $9,207.75 TIF #8 debt‑service disbursement, and adjourned the meeting. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5‑0)
• Approved October 14 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved $3,380,019.79 county claims (5‑0)
• Approved $9,207.75 TIF #8 debt‑service disbursement (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting until Nov 4, 2025 (5‑0)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and consider five public hearings regarding zoning changes and conditional use permits for agricultural, solar, and commercial properties.

• Approval of September 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Zone change from A-1 to PD for Huizenga Farms 2nd Addition (Lot 2)
• Zone change from A-1 to PD for Lennox Solar LLC property (North 60 Acres)
• Conditional use permit for tree grinding operation on Lund Trust property
• Conditional use permit for motor vehicle sales at 46960 100th Street

The commission approved the rezoning of Mark Blow’s property to the Planned Development District and denied a similar rezoning request by USS Lennox Solar LLC. It also approved three conditional use permits: a tree‑grinding operation, a motor‑vehicle sales and repair facility (with conditions), and a manufactured‑home site, each with specific conditions. All approvals were passed by roll‑call votes with five yeas and one abstention; the denied rezoning had one yea and four nays.

• Approved rezoning PD-0043-2025 to Planned Development District (yeas: Sweeter, Boots, Green, Jongeling, Scott; abstain: Otten)
• Denied rezoning PD-0047-2025 to Planned Development District (yea: Jongeling; nays: Sweeter, Boots, Green, Scott; abstain: Otten)
• Approved conditional use permit USE-0044-2025 for tree grinding with conditions (yeas: Sweeter, Boots, Green, Jongeling, Scott; abstain: Otten)
• Approved conditional use permit USE-0050-2025 for motor vehicle sales and repair with conditions (yeas: Jongeling, Sweeter, Boots, Green, Scott; abstain: Otten)
• Approved conditional use permit USE-0052-2025 for manufactured home with conditions (yeas: Jongeling, Sweeter, Boots, Green, Scott; abstain: Otten)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a proposed ordinance to amend joint zoning and platting boundaries with the City of Sioux Falls. The meeting includes approvals for payroll and claims totaling over $4.2 million.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $3,754,822.99
• Payroll approval for $481,529.87
• First reading of an ordinance amending joint zoning regulations with the City of Sioux Falls
• Transfer of a 2021 Ford Explorer from the Sheriff's Office to the 4H Office
• Surplus declaration and auction authorization for a 2021 Ford Interceptor

The Lincoln County Board approved the meeting agenda and added an Emergency Management Performance Grant report to the consent agenda. The consent agenda items, including the prior meeting minutes, were approved unanimously. The Board also approved Lincoln County claims totaling $3,754,822.99.

• Added Emergency Management Performance Grant report to consent agenda – approved
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Lincoln County claims totaling $3,754,822.99 (no vote recorded)

Board of Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on November 25, 2025 to consider multiple budget supplements totaling $849,245, covering support for the poor, domestic abuse fund, prosecution costs, motor vehicle collections, and wheel tax allocations. The meeting also includes routine approvals such as payroll, consent agenda items, and several motions on road plans, bridge inventory, and lighting upgrades. Additional items include a medical cannabis cultivation renewal and the purchase of five 2026 Chevrolet Tahoes.

• Approve tax refunds/abatements for three properties in Lynn Township ($72.04, $87.72, $52.05) and one in Springdale Township ($2,516.05)
• Set public hearing date (Nov 25, 2025) for $849,245 of budget supplements across various accounts
• Approve 2025‑2027 renewal of medical cannabis cultivation for Korey Hahn (Pure Bliss Farms) on Timmerman Addition parcel
• Authorize purchase of five 2026 Chevrolet Tahoes at $54,740.20 each from Karls Chevrolet
• Consider 2026‑2030 Road and Bridge Plan from the Highway Department

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved the 2026‑2030 Road and Bridge Plan. They denied the proposed amendment to the Airport Board ordinance. They set a public hearing for November 25, 2025 to consider multiple budget supplements. Several personnel step increases, a vehicle purchase, fund transfers, and a bridge removal were also approved.

• Approved 2026‑2030 Road and Bridge Plan (5-0)
• Denied Airport Board ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Set public hearing for budget supplements on Nov 25, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved medical cannabis cultivation renewal for Pure Bliss Farms (5-0)
• Approved step increase for Investigator Jorge Carrasco ($33.10/hr) (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of five 2026 Chevrolet Tahoes at $54,740.20 each (5-0)
• Transferred $23,452.29 from ARPA fund to unassigned fund (5-0)
• Approved removal of structure 42‑050‑287 from National Bridge Inventory (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will approve its agenda, payroll of $477,754.97, and several consent items. Consent items include a $1,115,510.48 claim payment, a $116,309.29 skid loader purchase, and a $274,671 purchase of two trucks. The board will hold public hearings on temporary and retail on‑sale liquor licenses for Prosper Country Warehouse in Lennox and on a zoning change from Agricultural to Planned Development for a 24.76‑acre parcel. Additional ordinance readings and scheduling matters will also be addressed.

• Approve Lincoln County Claims in the amount of $1,115,510.48
• Approve Highway Department purchase of a new skid loader for $116,309.29
• Approve Highway Department purchase of two tandem axle cab and chassis trucks for $274,671
• Public hearing on a temporary on‑sale liquor license for Prosper Country Warehouse, 46620 278th St., Lennox (Oct 18 & 25, 2025)
• Second reading & public hearing to rezone Tract 2, Spielman’s Addition from A‑1 Agricultural to PD Planned Development (≈24.76 acres)

The Lincoln County Board unanimously approved a temporary on‑sale liquor license for events on October 18 and 25, 2025, and also approved a retail on‑sale liquor license for the same premises. Additional actions included approving the agenda, consent agenda items, a $1,115,510.48 claims payment, a grant agreement with the SD Department of Transportation, and step‑increase salary adjustments for four county employees.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved all consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved Lincoln County Claims payment of $1,115,510.48 (unanimous)
• Authorized chair to execute preliminary engineering grant agreement with SD DOT (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Terry Triebwasser to $28.43/hr (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Kristopher Reed to $3,874.38 biweekly (unanimous)
• Approved temporary on‑sale liquor license for Prosper Country Warehouse events Oct 18 & 25, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved retail on‑sale liquor license for Prosper Country Warehouse (unanimous)

Weed & Pest Board

The Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board will vote to approve its meeting agenda and the minutes from the prior meeting. It will receive a budget report, equipment report, spray report, and complaints update. The new business item is a presentation of the 2025 Weed Tour by Russ Heggen. Public comment will be invited before adjournment.

• Approve Weed & Pest Board agenda
• Approve Weed & Pest Board minutes
• Budget report presentation
• Equipment report presentation
• 2025 Weed Tour presentation (Russ Heggen)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its August 18 meeting and adopt the agenda for this session. Commissioners will hold a public hearing on two conditional‑use applications: a meter building for the rural water system and a request to increase warehouse space to 22,500 sq ft at 27095 Thomas Avenue. The meeting will also include a Planning Commission briefing.

• Approval of the Planning Commission meeting minutes from August 18, 2025
• Adoption of the September 15, 2025 meeting agenda
• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit USE‑0045‑2025 for a public utility meter building on Tract 4, Ollerich Addition
• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit USE‑0049‑2025 to increase warehouse area to 22,500 sq ft at 27095 Thomas Avenue
• Planning Commission briefing

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the August 18 meeting and the agenda for the September 15 session. It then approved two conditional use permits—USE-0045-2025 for a public utility meter building and USE-0049-2025 for a 22,500‑sq‑ft warehouse—each with specific site‑plan and landscaping conditions. The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m.

• Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote: yeas all, nays none)
• Approved September 15 agenda (voice vote: yeas all, nays none)
• Approved USE-0045-2025 conditional use permit (Yeas: Sweeter, Boots, Green, Scott; Nays: None)
• Approved USE-0049-2025 conditional use permit (Yeas: Sweeter, Boots, Green, Scott; Nays: None)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote: yeas all, nays none)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will adopt the agenda, approve routine reports and the consent agenda, which includes a $3,201,520.41 claim payment, a fireworks permit for Epic Sky Displays, and authorizations for a State Infrastructure Bank loan and Justice Center change orders. In regular business, commissioners will conduct a first reading of an ordinance that would rezone Tract 2 from the A‑1 Agricultural District to the PD Planned Development District. The meeting also includes presentations on rural water and potential grant agreements with the State DOT.

• Approve Lincoln County claims totaling $3,201,520.41
• Approve and authorize change orders for Justice Center construction
• Approve and authorize the Chair to execute a State Infrastructure Bank loan agreement with the South Dakota Department of Transportation
• First reading of ordinance to rezone Tract 2 (Spielman’s Addition) from A‑1 Agricultural to PD Planned Development District
• Approve consumer fireworks permit application from Epic Sky Displays

The commission approved the annual budget for the fiscal year Jan 1 2026–Dec 31 2026, covering general, limited, and special levies totaling $23,016,829. It also approved a series of operational items including a $3,201,520.41 claims payment, step‑increase salary adjustments, a consumer fireworks permit, and a loan agreement with the State DOT. Additional actions authorized surplus vehicle disposal, Justice Center change orders, and scheduled readings for an airport board ordinance.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved $3,201,520.41 county claims payment (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Deputy State’s Attorney Joseph Mattson to $4,172.31 biweekly (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Highway Dept. Equipment Operator Burdette Block to $28.43/hr (unanimous)
• Approved consumer fireworks permit for Epic Sky Displays (unanimous)
• Declared surplus 2019 Dodge Charger and authorized online auction (unanimous)
• Approved State DOT infrastructure loan agreement for federal‑aid project (unanimous)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will meet on September 10, 2025. The commission will consider a public hearing on a conditional use permit (Application USE-0046-2025) that seeks to increase accessory building area to 2,212 sq ft at 26972 Elmen Place. The commission will also review an amendment to the joint zoning regulations that would change the boundaries of joint and platting jurisdiction.

• Conditional use permit (Application USE-0046-2025) to increase accessory building area to 2,212 sq ft at 26972 Elmen Place
• Ordinance amendment to Joint Zoning Regulations concerning boundaries of joint and platting jurisdiction

The commission approved the minutes and agenda from the August 13 meeting. They approved a conditional use permit for 26972 Elmen Place with six conditions. They also approved a text amendment to the joint zoning regulations that changes the boundaries of joint and platting jurisdiction. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved August 13 minutes (County) – Yeas: Boots, Sweeter, Green, Jongeling; Nays: none
• Approved August 13 minutes (City) – Yeas: all; Nays: none
• Approved agenda (County) – Yeas: Boots, Green, Sweeter, Jongeling; Nays: none
• Approved agenda (City) – Yeas: all; Nays: none
• Approved conditional use permit (County) – Yeas: Boots, Green, Sweeter, Jongeling; Nays: none
• Approved conditional use permit (City) – Yeas: all; Nays: none
• Approved zoning‑boundary amendment (County) – Yeas: Boots, Sweeter, Green, Jongeling; Nays: none
• Approved zoning‑boundary amendment (City) – Yeas: all; Nays: none

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2026 Lincoln County Budget. The body will also consider a zoning change for Tract 2, Spielman’s Addition, and review payroll and personnel actions.

• Public hearing for the 2026 Lincoln County Budget
• Payroll approval for $474,003.31
• Proposed zoning change for Tract 2, Spielman’s Addition from A-1 Agricultural to PD Planned Development
• Transfer of a 2022 Ford Explorer and equipment from the Sheriff's Office to the State's Attorney's Office
• Authorization to sign the New National Opioids Settlement: Secondary Manufactures Participation Form

The Board of Commissioners approved the 2026 Lincoln County budget, adopting a total tax levy of $23,016,829. They set the first reading date for a zoning ordinance changing Spielman’s Addition from the A‑1 Agricultural District to the PD Planned Development District. Additional actions included hiring a part‑time deputy sheriff, granting step increases to two 911 dispatchers, transferring three items from the Sheriff’s Office to the State’s Attorney’s Office, and a failed motion to reduce other economic assistance.

• Approved 2026 Lincoln County budget (3-2)
• Approved hire of Nolan Clark, part‑time Deputy Sheriff (6-0)
• Approved step increase for Aja Drowser, 911 Dispatcher (6-0)
• Approved step increase for Ronald Straatmeyer, 911 Dispatcher (6-0)
• Approved transfer of three items from Sheriff’s Office to State’s Attorney’s Office (6-0)
• Approved first reading Sep 11 and second reading Sep 23 for Spielman’s Addition zoning change (6-0)
• Motion to reduce Other Economic Assistance to $25,000 failed (2-3)
• Motion to add $8,150 to dues died, no second

Board of Commission

The commission will conduct a second‑reading public hearing on an ordinance that would rezone three parcels in the Ninemile View Addition from the Recreation/Conservation and Agricultural districts to the Planned Development district. It will also hold public hearings on three liquor‑license applications, consider a resolution setting numbers and fees for off‑sale and on‑sale liquor licenses, and review a $361,810 asphalt‑replacement contract for West Street. Additional items include a resolution on minimum agricultural acreage, a motion to authorize the 2026 Local Emergency Management Performance Grant, and a motion to move future meetings to 6:30 PM.

• Second‑reading public hearing to rezone Lots 1‑3, Ninemile View Addition to Planned Development District (Parcels 099.49.04.J001‑J003) – applicant Rob Kurtenbach
• Public hearing on temporary on‑sale liquor license for Prosper Country Warehouse & Event Hall, 46620 278th St., Lennox, SD
• Public hearing on transfer of retail on‑sale liquor license from Spring Creek Country Club to Fore Score LLC, 27122 480th Ave., Harrisburg, SD
• Resolution to establish numbers and fees for off‑sale and on‑sale liquor licenses for the next year
• Motion to approve $361,810 asphalt‑replacement contract with Henry Carlson Construction for West Street at the Lincoln County Justice Center

The board approved the agenda and increased the amount of submitted claims from $2,117,722.48 to $2,125,982.39. It adopted an ordinance changing the zoning of Lots 1‑3 in the Ninemile View Addition to the Planned Development District. The board also approved a temporary on‑sale liquor license for Prosper Country Warehouse & Event Hall and a transfer of a retail on‑sale liquor license to Fore Score LLC. Additional personnel actions were approved, including hiring a GIS analyst, a promotion, a step increase, and a wage correction.

• Approved agenda and increased claim amount to $2,125,982.39 (5-0)
• Adopted zoning ordinance changing three parcels to Planned Development District (5-0)
• Approved temporary on‑sale liquor license for Prosper Country Warehouse & Event Hall (5-0)
• Approved transfer of retail on‑sale liquor license to Fore Score LLC (5-0)
• Approved hire of Tanner Butler, GIS Analyst (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Donna Ekle to Deputy Director of Equalization (5-0)
• Approved step increase for Drew DeGroot, Chief Civil Deputy State’s Attorney (5-0)
• Approved wage correction for James Symens, Equipment Operator (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two public hearing applications. The first seeks to rezone a parcel in Spielman’s Addition from the A-1 Agricultural District to the PD Planned Development District. The second is a conditional use permit to increase warehouse space to 46,540 square feet at La Valley Business Park. The meeting also includes a Planning Commission briefing.

• Application PD-0037-2025: Rezone Spielman’s Addition (Tract 2, E1/2 NE1/4, Section 5‑T99N‑R50W) from A‑1 Agricultural to PD Planned Development District (Applicant: Prairie Wind Trailers, LLC)
• Application USE-0040-2025: Conditional use permit for 46,540 sq ft warehouse (exceeding 10,000 sq ft limit) on Lots 6 & 7, Block 5, La Valley Business Park Addition (Applicant: Chris Groen)
• Planning Commission Briefing

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from July 21, 2025 and the meeting agenda. It recommended that the County Board approve a zoning change for the Prairie Wind Trailers site. It also approved a conditional use permit for a 46,540‑square‑foot warehouse with specific site‑plan and landscaping conditions.

• Approved July 21, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Recommended approval of PD-0037-2025 zoning change to County Board (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for 46,540 sq ft warehouse with conditions (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:07 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on application USE-0041-2025, a conditional use permit to allow motor vehicle sales on Lot 4B, Block 5, Mueller’s 2nd Addition, SE1/4, Section 19‑T100N‑R50W, located at 47063 Charlotte Court. The meeting also includes standard business such as call to order, approval of minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting, approval of the agenda, and a period for public input on non‑agenda items.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit (USE-0041-2025) for motor vehicle sales at 47063 Charlotte Court
• Approval of minutes from the Joint Planning Commission meeting of April 9, 2025
• Approval of the agenda for the August 13, 2025 meeting
• Public input on non‑agenda items
• Call to order and roll call

The joint Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commission approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting. They also approved the meeting agenda. The commission approved a conditional use permit (Application USE-0041-2025) for motor vehicle sales at 47063 Charlotte Court, subject to six listed conditions, with votes recorded for both the County and City. The meeting was adjourned after all items were completed.

• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (County yeas: Boots, Green, Scott, Otten, Jongeling)
• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (City voice vote all yeas)
• Approved agenda (County yeas: Boots, Green, Scott, Otten, Jongeling)
• Approved agenda (City voice vote all yeas)
• Approved conditional use permit for vehicle sales (County yeas: Boots, Green, Scott, Jongeling; abstain Otten)
• Approved conditional use permit for vehicle sales (City yeas: Kittams, Mullaly, Van Nieuwenhuyzen, Norman)
• Adjourned meeting (County voice vote all yeas)
• Adjourned meeting (City voice vote all yeas)

Board of Commission

The commission will conduct a first reading of an ordinance changing the zoning of Lots 1, 2, and 3 in the Ninemile View Addition from Recreation/Conservation and Agricultural districts to the Planned Development district, and amend the official zoning map. The Planning Commission has recommended approval with a 4-0-1 vote. Additional items include a notice of intent to bingo, airport lease rate recommendations, and updates on recent state legislation.

• Ordinance first reading to rezone parcels 099.49.04.J001, .J002, .J003 (Toby Brown) to Planned Development district
• Approve County Claims totaling $2,905,581.02
• Authorize payment of $1,765.41 to Helms & Associates
• Notice of Intent to Bingo for Good Earth Farm
• Recommendations on land lease rates for airport hangar tenants

The Lincoln County Board approved the consent agenda and a $2,905,581.02 claims payment. It also authorized a $1,765.41 invoice to Helms & Associates, hired Deputy State’s Attorney Lilli Jasper, and granted step‑increase salary adjustments for four staff members. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Approved County Claims totaling $2,905,581.02 (5-0)
• Authorized payment of $1,765.41 invoice to Helms & Associates (5-0)
• Approved hire of Lilli Jasper, Deputy State’s Attorney, $3,689.39 biweekly (5-0)
• Approved step increase for Jozlyn Zimmel, Property Technician, $25.02/hr (5-0)
• Approved step increase for Beverly Rosheim, Tax and License Clerk, $25.02/hr (5-0)
• Approved step increase for Cristen Standley, Tax and License Clerk, $24.41/hr (5-0)
• Approved step increase for Courtney Smith, Property Technician, $26.94/hr (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes several approvals, such as a tax abatement, airport contract cost reduction, and a fireworks display permit. A key item is the ordinance to rezone Lots 1‑3 of the Ninemile View Addition from the A‑1 Agricultural and RC Recreation/Conservation districts to the Planned Development district, with a public hearing scheduled for August 26, 2025. The board will also discuss a motion to approve the 2026 provisional budget and will hold executive sessions on personnel and legal matters.

• Zoning ordinance to change Lots 1‑3, Ninemile View Addition to Planned Development district
• Approve $20,696.20 reduction in Lincoln County Airport professional services contract
• Transfer $173,000 from ARPA assigned fund balance to unassigned fund balance
• Authorize fireworks public display permit for Oak Ridge Estate, LLC
• Approve tax abatement of $847.47 for property in Lynn Township, parcel 098.50.11.1010

The Lincoln County Board approved the first reading schedule for a zoning ordinance that will rezone three lots from agricultural to planned development. It also approved the 2026 provisional budget for publication and authorized advertising for its public hearing. Additional actions included authorizing an ARPA fund transfer, reducing airport project costs, and hiring new staff. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved first reading schedule for zoning ordinance change (4-0)
• Approved publication of the 2026 provisional budget and advertising for public hearing (4-0)
• Approved transfer of $173,000 ARPA funds to unassigned fund balance (4-0)
• Approved reduction of airport project costs by $20,696.20 (4-0)
• Approved tax abatement of $847.47 for property in Lynn Township (4-0)
• Approved hire of Deputy Sheriff Christopher Castro at $32.50/hr (4-0)
• Approved hire of Planner Caden Lambka at $29.97/hr (4-0)
• Approved fireworks public display permit for Oak Ridge Estate, LLC (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve routine items including payroll, claims, and fund transfers. The meeting includes public hearings on a temporary liquor license and a conditional use permit appeal.

• Public hearing for temporary liquor license at Prosper Country Warehouse
• Public hearing for conditional use permit appeal for milk condensing plant
• Approval of $2,244,494.53 in county claims
• Approval of $484,162.72 payroll
• Transfer of $30,899.65 ARPA funds to unassigned balance

The commission approved several routine items, including agenda changes, the consent agenda, and multiple fund transfers. They also approved step‑increase raises for two employees and declared a surplus vehicle for auction. Most notably, the board granted a temporary on‑sale liquor license for Prosper Country Warehouse & Event Hall for events on Aug 2 and Sep 16 2025.

• Approved agenda changes (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including $2,244,494.53 claims and debt service payments (6-0)
• Approved transfer of $30,899.65 ARPA funds to unassigned balance (6-0)
• Declared surplus and authorized auction of 1972 Chevrolet truck chassis (6-0)
• Approved step increase for Linnea Lee to $26.29/hr (6-0)
• Approved step increase for Joseph Stiegel to $27.01/hr (6-0)
• Approved replacement warrant for Midwestern Mechanical, $595 (6-0)
• Approved temporary on‑sale liquor license for Prosper Country Warehouse & Event Hall (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will consider a public rezoning application to change three parcels from Recreation/Conservation and Agricultural districts to a Planned Development district. It will also hear a conditional use permit request for an accessory building exceeding 1,500 square feet at 27205 Cedar Ridge Court. The commission will review a conditional use permit for a kennel at 27421 SD Highway 11 and receive a planning commission briefing. Standard agenda items include approval of minutes from the June 16 meeting and adoption of the agenda.

• Public hearing on rezoning application PD-0035-2025 for Lots 1‑3, Ninemile View Addition
• Public hearing on conditional use permit USE-0036-2025 for 1,616 sq ft accessory building at 27205 Cedar Ridge Court
• Review of conditional use permit USE-0037-2024 for kennel at 27421 SD Highway 11
• Approval of minutes from the June 16, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
• Planning Commission briefing

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from June 16, 2025 and the meeting agenda. It recommended the County Board approve a zoning change for the Ninemile View parcels, passing 4‑0‑1 with one abstention. It also approved a conditional use permit for Streich Construction with six conditions, passing 4‑0‑1 with one abstention. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved June 16, 2025 meeting minutes (5 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved meeting agenda (5 yeas, 0 nays)
• Recommended Board approve zoning change for Ninemile View parcels (4 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstain)
• Approved conditional use permit for Streich Construction with conditions (4 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting by voice vote (all yeas)

Board of Commission

The commission will approve several consent agenda items, including county claims of $4,017,792.54 and small payments such as an $811.71 invoice. Commissioners will consider motions to appoint a commissioning agent for the Lincoln County Justice Center, establish a Public Defender Office, and authorize a bridge grant application for structure 42-080-193 on CR117. Additional items include a $10,000 consulting agreement for the Old Courthouse and discussions on courthouse security, vehicle purchases, and the GIS budget.

• Approve Lincoln County Claims totaling $4,017,792.54 (Consent Agenda)
• Approve invoice from Helms and Associates for $811.71 (Consent Agenda)
• Consider motion to appoint a Commissioning Agent for the Lincoln County Justice Center
• Approve $10,000 consulting agreement with Architecture Incorporated for the Old Courthouse
• Authorize chair to sign bridge improvement grant application for structure 42-080-193 on CR117

The commission approved its agenda and consent agenda items, including the July 1 minutes. It authorized payment of a $811.71 invoice, execution of a quarterly emergency‑management grant sheet, and tax abatements and refunds for Sioux Falls parcels. The board also approved $4,017,792.54 in county claims and appointed IMEG as the Justice Center commissioning agent. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including July 1 minutes (5-0)
• Approved county claims totaling $4,017,792.54 (5-0)
• Authorized chair and auditor to execute quarterly Emergency Management Performance Grant sheet (5-0)
• Authorized chair to sign Helms & Associates invoice for $811.71 (5-0)
• Approved tax abatement for 2024 Sioux Falls parcel $1,809.12 (5-0)
• Approved tax refunds for 2023 ($1,924.00) and 2022 ($1,969.66) Sioux Falls parcels (5-0)
• Appointed IMEG as commissioning agent for Lincoln County Justice Center (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and consent items, including tax refunds and a change order for a bridge project. Commissioners will consider motions to establish a Public Defender Office, authorize a letting for a bridge replacement on CR125, and approve a $10,868 change order for another bridge structure. The board will also set a public hearing for the appeal of Conditional Use Permit #USE-0014-2025 concerning a milk‑condensing plant expansion. Additional budget work sessions and reports will be discussed.

• Approve refund of taxes $1,495.08 for a 2023 parcel in Sioux Falls
• Approve abatement of taxes $2,098.76 for a 2024 parcel in Sioux Falls
• Approve change order $10,868.00 for bridge project PCN 09M0, structure #42-020-201
• Authorize letting for SD Department of Transportation bridge replacement PCN 09MH, structure 42-120-158 on CR125
• Schedule public hearing on appeal of Conditional Use Permit #USE-0014-2025 for milk‑condensing plant expansion at Lot A, Van Beek Addition, Delaware Township

The commission moved the Public Defenders' Office item to the July 8 meeting and approved the agenda. It approved a $1,495.08 tax refund and a $2,098.76 tax abatement for a Sioux Falls parcel. The board authorized the letting for a bridge replacement on CR125 and a $10,868 change order for another project. A public hearing was scheduled for July 22 to review a conditional use permit appeal.

• Moved Public Defenders' Office agenda item to July 8 (4-0)
• Approved tax refund $1,495.08 for Sioux Falls parcel (4-0)
• Approved tax abatement $2,098.76 for Sioux Falls parcel (4-0)
• Authorized letting for bridge replacement PCN 09MH on CR125 (4-0)
• Approved change order $10,868 for project PCN 09M0 (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Conditional Use Permit appeal on July 22 (4-0)
• Approved hire of payroll specialist Bethany Bawdon at $23.44/hr (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting until July 8, 2025 (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board will conduct budget work sessions for the Airport, Treasurer, and Department of Equalization. The commission is also considering a resolution condemning antisemitism and reviewing several county claims and payroll.

• Payroll of $476,312.65 and county claims of $847,793.95
• Payment of $34,293.00 to Avera McKennan Hospital
• Agreement with American Fence Company for a security fence costing $12,996
• Tax abatements for parcels 100.49.53.2031 ($1,693.14) and 280.50.53.AA00 ($17.39)
• Surplus disposal of Highway Office vehicles and Sheriff's Department Taser X2 units

The Lincoln County Board approved its agenda, consent items, and the June 10 minutes. It then approved $500,601.94 in county claims, two tax abatements, out‑of‑state travel for an employee, a $34,293 payment to Avera McKennan Hospital, and declared several vehicles and equipment surplus for auction. All motions passed with the recorded vote counts.

• Approved agenda move to start with public comment (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda items (6-0)
• Approved June 10, 2025 board minutes (6-0)
• Approved $500,601.94 county claims (6-0)
• Approved $1,693.14 tax abatement for parcel 100.49.53.2031 (6-0)
• Approved $17.39 tax abatement for parcel 280.50.53.AA00 (6-0)
• Approved out‑of‑state travel to SHRM conference in San Diego (6-0)
• Approved $34,293 payment to Avera McKennan Hospital (6-0)

Weed & Pest Board

The Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board will convene in Canton to approve the meeting agenda and minutes, review budget and equipment reports, and address complaints. The meeting will be held at 104 N. Main Street.

• Approval of agenda and minutes
• Review of budget report
• Review of equipment report
• Review of spray report
• Review of complaints

The Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board approved its agenda and the previous meeting minutes. The board approved the budget report, the equipment status report, and accepted the spraying coverage report. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes (motion carried)
• Approved budget report (motion carried)
• Approved equipment status report (motion carried)
• Accepted spraying coverage report (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will review three conditional use permit applications. The applications seek approval for a milk‑condensing plant expansion at 29019 468th Avenue, a garden center at Parcel ID 100.49.33.2032, and a contractor’s shop at 27052 Sunrise Avenue. The meeting will also approve minutes from May 19, 2025, and adopt the agenda.

• Conditional use permit USE-0014-2025 – Red Rock Real Estate, LLC – expansion of milk‑condensing plant at 29019 468th Avenue (Lot A, Van Beek Addition, Delaware Township).
• Conditional use permit USE-0032-2025 – Baloo Acres, LLC – garden center at Parcel ID 100.49.33.2032 (Bramstedt Addition, Springdale Township).
• Conditional use permit USE-0033-2025 – Chad Javers Construction, Inc. – contractor’s shop at 27052 Sunrise Avenue (Tract 33A, Southwest Industrial Park, Delapre Township).

The commission approved the minutes and agenda by voice vote with all members in favor. It approved three conditional use permits—an expansion of a milk‑condensing plant, a garden center, and a contractor’s shop—each with specific conditions and roll‑call votes. The commission was briefed that the Board of Commissioners approved zoning amendments for carbon‑oxide facilities. The meeting was adjourned at 8:17 p.m. by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote, all yeas)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, all yeas)
• Approved milk‑condensing plant expansion permit (USE‑0014‑2025) with conditions (Yeas: Boots, Scott, Green, Jongeling; Nays: Enstad; Abstain: Otten)
• Approved garden‑center permit (USE‑0032‑2025) with conditions (Yeas: Boots, Green, Scott, Enstad, Jongeling; Nays: none; Abstain: Otten)
• Approved contractor’s shop permit (USE‑0033‑2025) with conditions (Yeas: Boots, Green, Scott, Enstad, Jongeling; Nays: none; Abstain: Otten)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, all yeas)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold budget work sessions for the Coroner, Sheriff, Human Resources, and Register of Deeds. The body is also considering the approval of county claims and the incorporation of the Meadow Ridge Road District.

• Approval of Lincoln County Claims in the amount of $3,049,440.51
• Payroll approval for $478,499.72
• Incorporation of Meadow Ridge Road District
• Invoice for Helms and Associates in the amount of $2,123.33
• Budget work sessions for Coroner, Sheriff, Human Resources, and Register of Deeds

The Lincoln County Board approved the agenda and consent agenda items, then authorized payment of $3,049,440.51 in county claims. It also approved the hire of a part‑time office assistant and step‑increase salary changes for multiple employees, and incorporated the Meadow Ridge Road District. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (6-0)
• Approved $3,049,440.51 county claims (6-0)
• Approved hire of Nancy Becker, part‑time Office Assistant at $21.39/hr (6-0)
• Approved step increase for Sonny Larson, Equipment Operator to $30.16/hr (6-0)
• Approved step increase for Sarah Olseth, Appraiser to $31.71/hr (6-0)
• Approved step increase for Kyle Paulson, Equipment Operator to $36.01/hr (6-0)
• Approved incorporation of Meadow Ridge Road District (6-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve the agenda and consent items, consider a $12,574.12 change order for structure 42-244-255, and review a tax‑abatement application for a Canton parcel. Commissioners will also discuss and present the county's initial budget. Additional presentations will be given by The Compass Center, the Rural Office of Community Services, and the Sioux Metro Growth Alliance.

• Change order for structure 42-244-255, PCN 09M1, amount $12,574.12
• Application for tax abatement on parcel 200.50.58.001 in the City of Canton
• Presentation of the initial county budget
• Memorandum of Understanding with Dakota State University for the SecureSD cybersecurity program
• Notice of public hearing for the Clay County Planning and Zoning Commission

The board removed agenda item #2 and approved the full consent agenda, which included hiring a part‑time correctional officer and a desktop analyst, changing three staff members to exempt status, and authorizing a memorandum of understanding with Dakota State University for the SecureSD cybersecurity program. They also approved a $12,574.12 change order for Hudson Bridge preservation. All motions passed unanimously.

• Removed agenda item #2 – approved (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Nicholas Lord, part‑time Correctional Officer – approved (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Silas Big Eagle, Desktop Analyst – approved (unanimous)
• Approved exempt status change for John Rombough – approved (unanimous)
• Approved exempt status change for Wendy Sweeter – approved (unanimous)
• Approved exempt status change for David Ekle – approved (unanimous)
• Authorized MOU with Dakota State University for SecureSD cybersecurity program – approved (unanimous)
• Approved $12,574.12 change order for Hudson Bridge preservation – approved (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a zoning change for property at 27277 471st Avenue and hold a public hearing for a temporary liquor license. The board is also deciding on a contract between the Sheriff and Harrisburg School District and a response regarding proposed prison sites.

• Approval of claims totaling $2,669,147.21 and payroll of $464,084.21
• Public hearing for temporary on-sale liquor license at Prosper Country Warehouse & Event Hall
• Rezoning of 2.07 acres at 27277 471st Avenue from Light Industrial to Agricultural
• Proposed $6,435.00 for Lincoln County Airport North Gate equipment replacement
• Transfer of $24,917.65 from the General Fund to the Opioid Settlement Fund

The commission approved the meeting agenda and consent items, then authorized $2,669,147.21 in county claims and transferred $19,002.22 from ARPA funds. It also renewed a medical cannabis license, approved several staff hires and a step increase, and declared surplus equipment for public auction.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved $2,669,147.21 county claims (unanimous)
• Approved $19,002.22 ARPA fund transfer (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of medical cannabis license for Greg Best (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Carrie Painter, Tax and License Clerk ($21.58/hr) (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for David Myers, Airport Manager ($2,983.25 bi‑weekly) (unanimous)
• Declared six pieces of surplus equipment to be sold at public auction (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings for three conditional use permit applications. These requests involve fireworks sales, a milk condensing plant expansion, and an increase in warehousing space.

• USE-0012-2025: Fireworks sales at 27711 SD Highway 17
• USE-0014-2025: Expansion of milk condensing plant at 29019 468th Avenue
• USE-0026-2025: Request for 12,600 square feet of warehousing at Parcel 100.50.64.H59B

The commission approved a conditional use permit for fireworks sales at 27711 SD Highway 17 with eight conditions (vote: 4‑0‑1). It also approved a conditional use permit for a 12,600‑sq‑ft warehousing project at Parcel 100.50.64.H59B with nine conditions (vote: 4‑0‑1). The application to expand a milk‑condensing plant at 29019 468th Avenue was postponed, with the motion and its amendment both carried (vote: 4‑0‑1). All approvals and the postponement were decided by roll‑call vote.

• Approved fireworks sales permit (USE-0012-2025) with conditions (4 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstain)
• Approved warehousing permit (USE-0026-2025) with conditions (4 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstain)
• Postponed milk‑condensing plant expansion permit (USE-0014-2025) (4 yeas, 0 nays, 1 abstain)
• Approved meeting minutes from April 21 2025 (voice vote, all yeas)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, all yeas)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, all yeas)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and routine consent items, including a $4,148,872.69 claim payment and small purchases. Commissioners will hold the first reading of an ordinance to rezone approximately 2.07 acres at 27277 471st Avenue from the I‑1 Light Industrial District to the A‑1 Agricultural District, amending the official zoning map. The board will also consider motions to terminate and replace ground lease agreements for Units R‑4 and R‑2, discuss an auditor over‑hire, and review a petition for establishing the Meadow Ridge Road District.

• First reading of ordinance to rezone ~2.07 acres at 27277 471st Avenue from I‑1 Light Industrial to A‑1 Agricultural, amending the zoning map
• Authorize purchase of a snow pusher attachment for the Case 621BXT Loader from Lorenzen Equipment for $5,700
• Approve payment of $10,542.47 to Helms and Associates for completed work
• Approve Lincoln County Claims totaling $4,148,872.69
• Consider motions to terminate ground lease for Unit R‑4 with Arlen Hauge Trust and replace with Vanguard Squadron, Inc.; and to terminate ground lease for Unit R‑2 with Vanguard Squadron, Inc. and replace with Top Gun Investments, LLC

The commission voted unanimously to rezone a 2.07‑acre parcel at 27277 471st Avenue from Light Industrial to Agricultural, amending the official map. It also approved an over‑hire for a Payroll Specialist, authorized the auditor to pursue the Meadow Ridge Road District petition, and adopted new ground‑lease agreements for Units R‑4 and R‑2. Additional actions included a $5,700 snow‑pusher purchase, a $10,542.47 invoice payment, and step‑increase approvals for two staff members. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved zoning change for 2.07‑acre Lot 4, Quonset Addition to Agricultural district (6‑0)
• Approved over‑hire for Payroll Specialist in Auditor’s Office (6‑0)
• Authorized auditor to proceed with SDCL 31‑12A and SDCL 6‑16 for Meadow Ridge Road District (6‑0)
• Authorized purchase of snow pusher for $5,700 (6‑0)
• Authorized payment of invoice to Helms and Associates for $10,542.47 (6‑0)
• Approved step increase for Jean Massey to $27.88/hr (6‑0)
• Approved step increase for Krista Bast to $41.46/hr (6‑0)
• Approved termination of Ground Lease for Unit R‑4 and new lease with Vanguard Squadron, Inc. (6‑0)

Board of Commission

The commission will consider a public hearing to rezone about 2.07 acres in the Quonset Addition from the I‑1 Light Industrial District to the A‑1 Agricultural District and amend the official zoning map. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a temporary on‑sale liquor license for The Good Earth Farm Animal Sanctuary at 28318 466th Avenue, Lennox. Additional items include budget supplements totaling several million dollars for emergency management, legal aid, probation fees, road construction and grant allocations, and motions on various contracts and fee changes. Routine business such as approving the agenda, payroll of $460,224.03, and consent agenda items will also be addressed.

• Rezone ~2.07 acres (Lot 4, Quonset Addition) from I‑1 Light Industrial to A‑1 Agricultural district
• Public hearing for temporary on‑sale liquor license for The Good Earth Farm Animal Sanctuary, 28318 466th Avenue, Lennox (events June 7, July 4, Aug 16 2025)
• Budget supplement adding $2,492,250 to Highway Fund Road Construction account (resolution 2412‑16)
• Motion to approve change order of $11,408 for structure 42‑175‑153, PCN 09RC
• Motion to authorize Planning Director to execute agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for on‑call engineering services

The Lincoln County Board adopted several large budget supplements totaling about $6.79 million. It also approved a zoning change for a 2.07‑acre parcel, a temporary liquor license for The Good Earth Farm Animal Sanctuary, and reduced speed limits on multiple county roads. Additional actions included a change order, moving $68,000 of budget authority, denying a tax‑abatement request, and hiring two summer highway workers.

• Approved $6,792,875 in 2025 budget supplements (Emergency Management $21k, Probation $320k, Highway Construction $2,492,250, other grants $3,766,700, etc.) – unanimous (5 aye, 0 nay)
• Approved zoning amendment changing 2.07‑acre Lot 4, Quonset Addition from I‑1 Light Industrial to A‑1 Agricultural – unanimous (5 aye, 0 nay)
• Approved temporary on‑sale liquor license for The Good Earth Farm Animal Sanctuary for three 2025 events – unanimous (5 aye, 0 nay)
• Approved change order $11,408 for structure 42‑175‑153, PCN 09RC – unanimous (5 aye, 0 nay)
• Approved reduction of speed limits from 55 mph to 45 mph on multiple county road segments – 5 aye, 0 nay, 1 abstain
• Moved $68,000 budget authority from account 101‑4167‑421000 to 101‑4161‑421000 – unanimous (5 aye, 0 nay)
• Denied tax‑abatement application for a Sioux Falls parcel for 2024 taxes payable in 2025 – 4 aye, 1 nay
• Approved hiring of summer highway workers Alex Smith and Tyler Nelson at $18.50/hr effective 5/5/2025 – unanimous (5 aye, 0 nay)

Board of Equalization

The Board will correct clerical errors on the assessment roll as required by SDCL 10-11-26. It will vote on a disabled veteran’s application (2025-15) that missed the deadline but qualifies for the 2025 assessment year (effective 10/2/2020, received 4/17/2025). The Board will approve the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting. A public comment period is scheduled for numerous parcels owned by MYDLAND ESTATES LLC and one parcel for CMI TEREX CORPORATION.

• Correct clerical errors of the assessment roll (SDCL 10-11-26).
• Approve disabled veteran application 2025-15 (effective 10/2/2020, received 4/17/2025).
• Approve Board of Equalization minutes from 04.15.2025.
• Public comment on parcel 200.52.15.502 – CMI TEREX CORPORATION.
• Public comment on multiple MYDLAND ESTATES LLC parcels (e.g., 270.94.03.001, 270.94.04.018).

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization approved the April 15, 2025 meeting minutes and ordered the Director of Equalization to correct clerical errors on the 2025 assessment roll. It also approved four disabled‑veteran applications that missed the deadline. In addition, the Board set new assessed values for dozens of parcels, including a total valuation of $4,528,218 for parcel 200.52.15.502 and various individual valuations for parcels in Harrisburg.

• Approved 04/15/2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Directed Director of Equalization to correct clerical errors on the 2025 assessment roll (motion carried)
• Approved disabled‑veteran applications 2025‑15 through 2025‑18 (motion carried)
• Set total valuation of $4,528,218 for parcel 200.52.15.502 (motion carried)
• Set NA‑D valuation of $49,299 for parcel 270.94.03.001 (motion carried)
• Set NA‑D valuation of $57,368 for parcel 270.94.03.002 (motion carried)
• Set NA‑D valuation of $86,376 for parcel 270.94.04.002 (motion carried)
• Set NA‑D valuation of $73,357 for parcel 270.94.04.001 (motion carried)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will consider routine items such as approving the agenda, payroll of $463,580.53, and several consent agenda actions including a $2.43 million claim payment and fund transfers. The board will hold a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance amendment to Chapter 154 that adds definitions and conditional‑use regulations for carbon‑oxide pipelines and related facilities. Additional regular business includes a tax‑abatement request, a highway culvert purchase, and discussions on meeting times and an Old Courthouse committee.

• Approve Lincoln County Claims totaling $2,431,191.12
• Transfer $17,178.41 to the Highway Fund (breakdown: Buildings & Grounds $2,184.69; Emergency Management $612.55; Equalization $113.94; Planning and Zoning $416.10; Sheriff $13,365.45; State's Attorney Office $223.93; Tea Airport $96.46; Weed Control $165.29)
• Pay Helms & Associates engineering fees $1,423.38 for the Lincoln Co. Airport Hangar Area Expansion project (AIP#: 3-46-0078-25-2025)
• Second reading & public hearing of ordinance amending Chapter 154 zoning to regulate carbon‑oxide pipelines, pump stations, mainline valves, capture facilities, and launcher/receiver facilities (Planning Commission recommendation 5‑0‑1)
• Approve highway department purchase of culvert lining from a Brooking County bid

The Lincoln County Board approved a series of routine items, including the agenda, consent agenda, and the county’s $2,431,191.12 claims. It also authorized a $17,178.41 transfer to the Highway Fund and approved several personnel hires and salary adjustments. The board moved to adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 154 to regulate carbon‑oxide pipelines, pump stations, valves, capture facilities and launchers; the vote tally for this amendment was not recorded in the minutes.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved Lincoln County claims totaling $2,431,191.12 (5-0)
• Authorized first‑quarter 2025 Highway Fund transfer of $17,178.41 (5-0)
• Declared surplus 2014 Ford Explorer and authorized its auction (5-0)
• Approved Helms & Associates engineering fees of $1,423.38 for airport expansion (5-0)
• Approved hire of Amanda Jeseritz, Victim Witness Legal Assistant ($29.44/hr) (5-0)
• Approved hire of Connor Jackson, Equipment Operator ($25.26/hr) (5-0)
• Motion to approve ordinance regulating carbon‑oxide pipelines and related facilities; vote tally not recorded

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several applications. Items include a rezoning request to change 2.07 acres from Light Industrial to Agricultural at 27277 471st Avenue. The commission will also consider conditional use permits for accessory building space, fireworks sales, expanded warehousing, and motor vehicle repair and sales at various locations. The meeting also includes a briefing and routine agenda approvals.

• RZNE-0019-2025: Rezoning 2.07 acres from I-1 Light Industrial to A-1 Agricultural at 27277 471st Avenue
• USE-0011-2025: Conditional use permit to increase accessory building space to 4,000 sq ft at 46796 Decare Court
• USE-0012-2025: Conditional use permit to allow fireworks sales at 27711 SD Highway 17
• USE-0013-2025: Conditional use permit to increase warehousing space to 10,800 sq ft at Parcel ID 099.50.05.E305 (La Valley Business Park)
• USE-0015-2025 & USE-0016-2025: Conditional use permits for motor vehicle repair and sales at 46993 Sunset Boulevard

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a rezoning request to change a 2.07‑acre parcel from Light Industrial to Agricultural. It also approved four conditional‑use permits (USE‑0011, USE‑0013, USE‑0015, USE‑0016) with specific conditions. Item USE‑0012 was removed from the agenda. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved rezoning RZNE‑0019‑2025 to Agricultural district (Yeas: Sweeter, Boots, Otten, Jongeling)
• Approved conditional use USE‑0011‑2025 with eight conditions (Yeas: Sweeter, Boots, Otten, Jongeling)
• Approved conditional use USE‑0013‑2025 with eight conditions (Yeas: Sweeter, Boots, Otten, Jongeling)
• Approved conditional use USE‑0015‑2025 with eight conditions (Yeas: Sweeter, Boots, Otten, Jongeling)
• Approved conditional use USE‑0016‑2025 with nine conditions (Yeas: Sweeter, Boots, Otten, Jongeling)
• Removed item USE‑0012‑2025 from the agenda
• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, all yeas)
• Approved meeting agenda and removed agenda item #3 (voice vote, all yeas)

Board of Equalization

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization will consider three consent‑agenda items: approval of the April 8, 2025 minutes, a periodic review of tax‑exempt property under SDCL 10‑4‑21, and correction of clerical errors on the assessment roll per SDCL 10‑11‑26. After the consent agenda, the board will hear a series of property‑tax appeals from individual owners and businesses listed by case number and name.

• Approve Board of Equalization minutes from 04.08.2025
• Periodic review of tax‑exempt property (SDCL 10‑4‑21)
• Correct clerical errors of the assessment roll (SDCL 10‑11‑26)
• Tax appeal: ADAMSON, RAYNE (case 100.49.66.H052)
• Tax appeal: BREN, MADISON & TREY (case 270.82.03.021)

The Board of Equalization approved the April 8 meeting minutes and continued tax‑exempt property exemptions for three parcels. It directed the Director to correct clerical errors on the 2025 assessment roll. The board then adopted numerous real‑property valuation adjustments, the largest setting a $25,572,581 valuation for parcel 283.12.09.002.

• Approved 04.08.2025 meeting minutes (5 Aye)
• Continued exemptions for parcels 270.17.01.C0D0, 270.20.06.006, 260.30.07.006 (5 Aye)
• Directed correction of clerical errors on 2025 assessment roll (5 Aye)
• Set valuation for parcel 100.49.66.H052 at $737,143 (3 Aye, 1 Nay, 1 Abstain)
• Set valuation for parcel 270.82.03.021 at $583,037 (5 Aye)
• Set valuation for parcel 250.18.03.006 at $240,625 (4 Aye, 1 Nay)
• Approved valuation for parcel 283.12.09.002 at $25,572,581 (5 Aye)
• Approved valuation for parcel 283.21.00.A100 at $16,755,617 (5 Aye)

Board of Equalization

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization will meet on April 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM in Canton. Board members will consider a series of items identified by case numbers, including appeals from Heartland Tower, CMI Terex Corporation, Interstate Crossing Development Corporation, and many entities under the Mydland Estates LLC name. The agenda provides only the case numbers and applicant names; no further details are given.

• 1:10 pm – Case 096.49.03.2020 – Heartland Tower
• 1:20 pm – Case 200.52.15.502 – CMI Terex Corporation
• 1:30 pm – Case 280.55.02.002 – Interstate Crossing Development Corporation
• 3:30 pm – Multiple cases – Mydland Estates LLC (several case numbers)
• 3:40 pm – Case 099.50.03.2010 – Hoffman, Donald & Dawn

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization considered numerous real‑property assessment objections on April 15, 2025. It approved new valuations for multiple parcels, such as $2,465,728 for Wendling Realty in Sioux Falls and $85,679 for Heartland Tower in Norway Township. Several motions were denied or failed for lack of a second, and one objection (parcel 200.52.15.502) was scheduled for a hearing on April 29, 2025.

• Approved $2,465,728 valuation for Wendling Realty parcel 280.26.12.011C (motion carried)
• Approved $85,679 valuation for Heartland Tower parcel 096.49.03.2020 (motion carried)
• Approved $878,922 valuation for Interstate Crossing Development Corp parcel 280.55.02.002 (motion carried)
• Approved $615,427 valuation for Interstate Crossing Development Corp parcel 280.58.03.006 (motion carried)
• Approved $8,872,156 valuation for SFC Holdings II LLC parcel 280.58.02.01A2 (motion carried)
• Approved $1,528,455 valuation for Creekside Associates LLC parcel 200.62.00.001 (motion carried)
• Approved $6,071,331 valuation for Brenner IV, LLC parcel 280.58.02.005 (motion carried)
• Approved $7,484,150 valuation for Lloyd Family I Limited Partnership parcel 280.87.01.A100 (motion carried)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The joint Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit application. The applicant, Stuart Stein, seeks approval for an off‑premise sign of 448.4 sq ft at 27103 Independence Avenue, exceeding the standard 288 sq ft limit. The commission will also address routine agenda items such as approval of minutes and the agenda.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit (Application USE-0010-2025) for a 448.4 sq ft off‑premise sign at 27103 Independence Avenue
• Approval of minutes from the February 12, 2025 joint planning commission meeting

The joint Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commissions approved the minutes and agenda for both the county and the city. They approved a conditional use permit for an off‑premise sign at 27103 Independence Avenue, adding seven staff‑recommended conditions. Both commissions then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved February 12, 2025 minutes (County) – yeas: Boots, Green, Enstad, Jongeling; nays: none
• Approved February 12, 2025 minutes (City) – voice vote yeas: all; nays: none
• Approved meeting agenda (County) – yeas: Boots, Green, Enstad, Jongeling; nays: none
• Approved meeting agenda (City) – voice vote yeas: all; nays: none
• Approved conditional use permit (USE-0010-2025) with seven conditions (County) – yeas: Boots, Green, Enstad, Green; nays: none
• Approved conditional use permit (USE-0010-2025) with same conditions (City) – yeas: Paulson, Mullaly, Van Nieuwenhuyzen, Norman; nays: none
• Adjourned meeting (County) – voice vote yeas: all; nays: none
• Adjourned meeting (City) – voice vote yeas: all; nays: none

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will hold a public hearing on May 6 to consider multiple budget supplements for emergency management, legal aid, probation fees, road construction, and state and federal grants. The consent agenda includes approval of county claims totaling $2,080,642.76, engineering fees of $2,648.12 for the airport hangar expansion, and the removal of surplus shotgun assets. Regular business includes a first‑reading ordinance amendment to regulate carbon‑oxide pipelines and related facilities, and approval to purchase a 2025 Ram 2500 truck for $49,926.00.

• Approve Lincoln County Claims in the amount of $2,080,642.76
• Authorize payment of $2,648.12 to Helms & Associates for Airport Hangar Area Expansion engineering fees
• First reading of ordinance amending zoning definitions to regulate carbon‑oxide pipelines, pump stations, and related facilities
• Approve purchase of a 2025 Ram 2500 truck for $49,926.00 for Emergency Management
• Schedule public hearing on May 6 to adopt budget supplements including $21,000 for Emergency Management Fund and $2,492,250 for Highway Road Construction

The commission scheduled a public hearing for May 6, 2025 to consider several budget supplements, including $21,000 for Emergency Management, $320,000 for Probation and Juvenile Fees, $2,492,250 for Highway Road Construction, and additional Highway Fund allocations totaling $4,959,625. It also approved a $49,926 purchase of a 2025 Dodge Ram 2500 for Emergency Management and confirmed multiple personnel step increases and a new hire in Human Resources. All motions passed unanimously.

• Set public hearing May 6, 2025 for budget supplements (unanimous)
• Approved $49,926 purchase of 2025 Dodge Ram 2500 (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Kari Elling, Human Resources Director (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Terry Fluit, Highway Superintendent (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Benjamin Lord, Sheriff’s Captain (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Jarid Espland, Sheriff’s Captain (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Cindi Ostbye, Deputy Register of Deeds (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Kari Winquist, Victim Witness Legal Assistant (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization will adopt several tax‑assessment actions for 2025. It will approve a freeze of low‑income assistance for elderly and disabled property owners, adjust values for qualifying historical properties, and apply discretionary‑formula changes. The board will also review disabled‑veteran exemption applications, approving some and denying others. All actions are on the agenda for the April 8, 2025 meeting.

• Periodic review of tax‑exempt property parcels under SDCL 10‑4‑21
• Direct the Director of Equalization to correct 2025 assessment errors (SDCL 10‑11‑26)
• Authorize a freeze of elderly/disabled low‑income assistance for 2025 (SDCL 10‑6A‑2)
• Authorize value changes for qualifying historical properties (SDCL 1‑19B‑25)
• Approve and deny specific disabled‑veteran exemption applications for 2025

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization convened as a Board of Equalization and carried multiple motions. It approved two periodic reviews of tax‑exempt property, authorized the Director of Equalization to make a series of 2025 assessment adjustments, and acted on several veteran and property‑valuation requests.

• Convened as County Board of Equalization (4‑0)
• Approved periodic review of tax‑exempt property for numerous parcels (first list) (4‑0)
• Approved periodic review of tax‑exempt property that missed deadline (4‑0)
• Authorized Director of Equalization to correct 2025 errors and implement changes under SDCL 10‑11‑26, 10‑6A‑2, 1‑19B‑25, 10‑6‑137, 10‑4‑24.10 and 10‑4‑40 (each 4‑0)
• Approved 13 disabled‑veteran applications that missed deadline (4‑0)
• Denied two disabled‑veteran applications (DNQ) (4‑0)
• Granted 100% taxable land and 100% exempt structure for parcel 270.17.01.C0E0 (4‑0)
• Denied owner‑occupied status for parcel 241.11.03.001 (4‑1)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will consider several regular‑business items, including purchases of road‑construction and heavy‑equipment services, approval of a law‑enforcement contract for Harrisburg, and staffing discussions for the Sheriff’s office and Treasurer’s office. Additional agenda items involve presentations from the Auditor, Treasurer, and Department of Equalization. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda approvals and an executive session on personnel and legal matters.

• Purchase from a Harding County bid for road construction machinery work from Loiseau Construction Inc.
• Purchase from a Turner County bid for crane and other heavy equipment work from Hollaway Construction Bridge and Culvert Inc.
• Approve and authorize execution of the Harrisburg Law Enforcement Contract
• Discuss allowing the Sheriff to recruit for a full‑time position to replace a budgeted part‑time position
• Discuss possible over‑hire in the Treasurer’s office

The Lincoln County Board unanimously approved step‑increase resolutions for several county employees, authorized purchases for road‑construction machinery and heavy‑equipment work, and approved a three‑year law‑enforcement services contract with the City of Harrisburg. It also authorized recruitment for a full‑time jail position, allowed an over‑hire of a Tax and License Clerk, and reduced budget authority for the Treasurer and General Government Building accounts.

• Approved multiple step‑increase resolutions for county staff (Sheriff’s Office, State’s Attorney, Treasurer, Highway, Auditor) – unanimous
• Approved purchase from Loiseau Construction Inc. for milling/reclaiming work at $1.28 per sq yd – unanimous
• Approved purchase from Hollaway Construction Bridge and Culvert Inc. for crane and heavy‑equipment work on CR134 – unanimous
• Approved and authorized a three‑year law‑enforcement contract with the City of Harrisburg – unanimous
• Authorized the Sheriff to recruit a full‑time jail position to replace a budgeted part‑time role – unanimous
• Authorized the Treasurer to over‑hire one Tax and License Clerk (step 1) to replace a retiring employee – unanimous
• Reduced budget authority: $15,000 from Treasurer Budget account 101‑4142‑435000 and $62,500 from General Government Building account 101‑4161‑432000 – unanimous

Board of Commission

The Board will set dates for the first and second reading and public hearing on an ordinance amending Lincoln County zoning definitions and conditional uses to regulate carbon‑oxide pipelines and related facilities. The meeting also includes public hearings on a temporary malt‑beverage license for the Lennox Baseball & Softball Association and on several budget supplements. Additional actions include approving a $951,596.22 asphalt surfacing contract, a $256,010.44 claim payment, and other routine items.

• Set dates for first reading (April 8, 2025) and second reading/public hearing (April 22, 2025) on ordinance amending Chapter 154 zoning to regulate carbon‑oxide pipelines, pump stations, valves, capture facilities, and launch/receiver facilities.
• Public hearing on a temporary on‑sale malt beverage license for Lennox Baseball & Softball Association at Lincoln County Fairgrounds, 27711 Hwy 17, Lennox, SD.
• Approve budget supplements adding $204,000 to debt service TIF #8, $150,000 to commission fees/contracts, $6,000 to coroner fees/transports, $67,393.75 to other economic assistance, and $33,000 to sheriff budget.
• Approve contract with Asphalt Surfacing Company for the 2025 micro surfacing project for $951,596.22.
• Approve Lincoln County claim payment in the amount of $256,010.44.

The commission unanimously approved multiple resolutions, including a $951,596.22 micro‑surfacing contract, a $2,643.18 tax abatement for a Canton parcel, automatic sheriff budget supplements of $30,908.13 each, a $5,460.84 replacement warrant, and the hiring of a paralegal at $38.77 per hour. It also approved a temporary malt‑beverage license for the Lennox Baseball & Softball Association’s April 26 event and adopted 2025 budget supplements adding $204,000 to TIF #8, $150,000 to the commission budget, $6,000 to the coroner budget, $67,393.75 to other economic assistance, and $33,000 to the sheriff’s budget.

• Approved $951,596.22 Asphalt Surfacing micro‑surfacing contract (unanimous)
• Approved $2,643.18 tax abatement for Canton parcel 098.49.20.1010 (unanimous)
• Approved automatic sheriff budget supplements $30,908.13 (two accounts) (unanimous)
• Approved $5,460.84 replacement warrant for BankWest Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Candace Andersen, paralegal, $38.77/hr (unanimous)
• Approved temporary on‑sale malt beverage license for Lennox Baseball & Softball Association (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 budget supplements: $204,000 TIF #8, $150,000 commission, $6,000 coroner, $67,393.75 other economic assistance, $33,000 sheriff (unanimous)
• Approved wage changes in the Information Technology Department (unanimous)

Weed & Pest Board

The board will consider routine items including approval of the meeting agenda and minutes from the previous session. It will receive reports on the budget, equipment, spray activities, and public complaints. The board will also welcome a new commissioner and elect a chair, vice chair, and secretary.

• Approve the Weed & Pest Board agenda
• Approve the Weed & Pest Board minutes
• Review the budget report
• Review equipment and spray reports
• Elect chair, vice chair, and secretary

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve routine claims and a consent agenda including construction contracts for bridge preservation and airport hangar expansion. The meeting includes presentations from the Road and Bridge Department and a discussion on a redesign proposal for the JLG.

• Approve $2,021,442.88 in Lincoln County claims
• Authorize $19,400 for bridge preservation materials testing
• Authorize $70,621.14 for airport hangar area expansion design
• Approve temporary easements for 2025 preservation project
• Discussion on Treasurer's office title transfer hours

Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on two conditional‑use applications to permit motor‑vehicle sales at 46993 Sunset Boulevard and 46998 Mindy Street. It will also consider remanded amendments to Chapter 154 of the county zoning code that add definitions and regulations for carbon‑dioxide pipelines, pump stations, mainline valves, capture facilities, and launcher/receiver facilities. After the hearings, the commission may vote on the applications and the ordinance changes.

• Conditional use permit USE-0006-2025: motor‑vehicle sales at 46993 Sunset Boulevard (applicant Brian Voller, property owner S & O Building Corporation).
• Conditional use permit USE-0007-2025: motor‑vehicle sales at 46998 Mindy Street (applicant Tim Jenkins, property owner Daylight Investments III LLC).
• Remanded ordinances amending Chapter 154: Zoning, adding sections 154.021, 154.058, 154.178, 154.254, and 154.379(A) to regulate carbon‑dioxide pipelines, pump stations, mainline valves, capture facilities, and launcher/receiver facilities.

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will approve its agenda, payroll of $485,753.22, and several consent agenda items, including a public hearing on March 25 to adopt budget supplements. It will also approve contracts and purchases such as a Chevrolet Equinox for $29,165 and a $48,895.40 grant‑fund supplement for the Sheriff’s budget. Regular business includes awarding contracts for concrete products, bridge preservation, striping, and micro‑surfacing projects.

• Set public hearing March 25, 2025 to adopt budget supplements: $204,000 debt service TIF, $150,000 commission fees, $6,000 coroner fees, $67,393.75 economic assistance, $33,000 sheriff budget
• Approve purchase contract for a Chevrolet Equinox in the amount of $29,165.00
• Approve automatic budget supplement to the Sheriff's budget for unanticipated grant funds of $48,895.40 (two accounts)
• Approve cancellation of the lease with the Department of Social Services, lease #0810-449-160, effective June 30, 2025
• Award contract to Sir Lines A Lot for the 2025 Lincoln County Striping project for $146,502.25

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider awarding bids for asphalt, rock salt, fuel, and chemicals. The body is also reviewing over $1.1 million in claims and a 3-year agreement with ClearGov.

• Approval of Lincoln County Claims in the amount of $1,158,389.80
• 3-year agreement with ClearGov for $26,625.00
• Bids for road materials including Knife River for asphalt ($68-$130/ton) and Blackstrap Inc for rock salt ($81.24/ton)
• Tax abatements for parcels in Harrisburg ($2,154.57) and Sioux Falls ($14.89 and $243.96)
• Agreement with SD Department of Transportation for June 2024 flood Emergency Relief funding

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on remanded ordinances that amend Chapter 154 zoning definitions, permissive, special, and conditional uses for the A-1 Agricultural, I-1 Light Industrial, and RC Recreation/Conservation districts, as well as regulations for carbon‑dioxide pipelines and production facilities. The commission will also conduct an annual work session with the Board of Commissioners, elect its 2025 officers, and receive a planning commission briefing.

• Public hearing on remanded ordinances amending Chapter 154 zoning sections for A-1 Agricultural, I-1 Light Industrial, and RC Recreation/Conservation districts
• Public hearing on remanded ordinance regulating carbon‑dioxide pipelines and production facilities
• Annual Work Session with the Board of Commissioners at 5:00 p.m.
• Election of Planning Commission Officers for 2025
• Planning Commission Briefing

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a kennel. The commission will also receive a presentation on the Sioux Falls 2050 Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing for USE-0002-2025: conditional use permit for a kennel at 27057 Cliff Avenue
• Presentation of the Sioux Falls 2050 Comprehensive Plan

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review county claims and award the 2025 bridge preservation project. The meeting includes a closing conference for the 2023 legislative audit and presentations from the 4-H, Airport, and Coroner departments.

• Approval of Lincoln County Claims in the amount of 2,876,997.90
• Automatic budget supplement to the Sheriff's budget of $30,000.00
• Awarding of the 2025 bridge preservation project
• Payment to Helms & Associates for South Ramp administration and construction records
• Disposal of a Clock 43X 9mm firearm from Sheriff's inventory as a retirement gift

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will vote on an ordinance to change the zoning of Iken's Tract 2 from the A-1 Agricultural District to the C Commercial District. It will also approve a 2025 agreement with Southeastern Behavioral Healthcare for Mobile Crisis Team services and authorize advertising for bids on the 2025 highway striping project. Additional items include discussion of the 2026 budget process and approval of employee handbook updates.

• Ordinance to rezone Iken's Tract 2 (parcel 099.51.21.D200) from A-1 Agricultural to C Commercial (~4.85 acres)
• Execute 2025 agreement with Southeastern Behavioral Healthcare for Mobile Crisis Team services
• Authorize highway superintendent to advertise bids for the 2025 striping project
• Approve updates to the Employee Handbook
• Consent agenda tax abatements: $2,693.53 (Beresford parcel), $1,909.34 (Dayton Township veteran exemption), $2,291.85 (Sioux Falls veteran exemption)

Board of Commission

The board will conduct a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance to rezone a 4.85‑acre parcel (Iken's Tract 2) from the A‑1 Agricultural District to the C Commercial District. It will also consider consent agenda items such as approving $2,635,686.04 in county claims, transferring $640,874.96 from an ARPA assigned fund to an unassigned fund, and appointing a lay board member to the Board of Mental Illness. Additional regular business includes authorizing highway bid advertisements, a bridge improvement grant certificate, and a financial agreement for runway light‑bulb replacement.

• Second reading & public hearing for ordinance changing Iken's Tract 2 (≈4.85 acres) from A‑1 Agricultural to C Commercial
• Approve Lincoln County Claims totaling $2,635,686.04
• Transfer $640,874.96 from ARPA assigned fund balance to unassigned fund balance for Q4 2024
• Authorize highway superintendent to advertise bids for annual supplies and the 2025 micro‑surfacing project
• Approve financial agreement with SD Department of Transportation for replacement of runway light bulbs

General

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss and potentially authorize an application for party status regarding a carbon dioxide transmission pipeline permit. The meeting also includes scheduled executive sessions for personnel and legal matters.

• Application for Party Status HP24-001 regarding SCS Carbon Transport, LLC carbon dioxide transmission pipeline permit

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Application USE-0085-2024, which seeks to increase the accessory building area on 47405 Cardinal Place to a total of 2,092 square feet. The commission will also conduct a work session on ordinances remanded by the Carbon Dioxide Transport and Storage Advisory Committee (CDTSAC). A Planning Commission briefing is scheduled as part of the meeting.

• Public hearing: Conditional use permit (USE-0085-2024) to add 1,900 sq ft accessory building area, total 2,092 sq ft, at 47405 Cardinal Place (Applicant: Matthew Haugan)
• Work session on remanded ordinances from the Carbon Dioxide Transport and Storage Advisory Committee (CDTSAC)
• Planning Commission briefing (topic not specified in agenda)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will take a first reading of an ordinance changing Iken's Tract 2 (Parcel 099.51.21.D200) from the A‑1 Agricultural District to the C Commercial District. The board will also approve a consent agenda that includes $2,738,710.98 in county claims, multiple lien compromises, and budgeted cash transfers of $1,106,154.00 to several county funds. Additional actions include authorizing right‑of‑way certificates for three bridge improvement grant structures and approving airport lease termination and a new agreement.

• First reading of ordinance to rezone Iken's Tract 2 (Parcel 099.51.21.D200) from A‑1 to C district
• Approve Lincoln County Claims for $2,738,710.98
• Approve budgeted cash transfers totaling $1,106,154.00 to 911 fund ($425,689.00), Emergency Management ($181,373.00), Airport fund ($476,954.00), and 24‑7 Sobriety ($22,138.00)
• Authorize Right of Way and Utilities Certificates for Bridge Improvement Grants for structures 42‑244‑255, 42‑020‑201, and 42‑175‑153
• Approve termination of Ground Lease for Unit Q‑9 and new lease agreement with James Breit for airport project

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on Jan 7, 2025 to consider a range of consent‑agenda items, appointments and financial actions. The most consequential action is a public hearing on an ordinance to rezone Iken’s Tract 2 from the A‑1 Agricultural District to the C Commercial District and amend the county’s Official Zoning Map. Other items include setting election‑official fees, awarding contracts for airport engineering and road widening, and approving several appointments and budget adjustments.

• Rezoning Iken's Tract 2 from A-1 Agricultural to C Commercial District and amendment of the Official Zoning Map
• Set election official fees: $200 per precinct official, $250 per election superintendent, mileage $0.65/mile and related compensation
• Approve engineering fees to Helms & Associates ($33,491.00) for South Ramp Construction at Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport
• Award road widener bid to Butler Machinery Company for $77,484.41
• Appoint precinct polling places for 2025 at locations such as Hudson Fire Hall, Canton Methodist Church, and multiple sites in Sioux Falls