Vermillion public meetings in 2024

Joint Powers Solid Waste Advisory Board

The Joint Powers Solid Waste Advisory Board will discuss a grant or loan application for a dozer, plan the 2025 Household Hazardous Waste Event, elect officers, and set a future meeting date. Financial reports and director updates will also be reviewed.

• Discussion on 2025 Household Hazardous Waste Event
• Dozer Grant/Loan application
• Election of officers for the board
• Solid Waste Director and city managers' reports
• Financial report through November 30, 2024

The Joint Powers Solid Waste Advisory Board approved the agenda, amended June 2024 minutes, and the finance report for the period ending November 30, 2024. The board elected Lindsey Jennewein as chair and Jerry Webber as vice chair. It also discussed a hazardous waste event date and a grant/loan application for a new dozer, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved amended June 20, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Approved finance report for four months ending November 2024 (6-0)
• Elected Lindsey Jennewein chair and Jerry Webber vice chair (7-0)
• Adjourned at 5:54 p.m. (6-0)

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 1523 to rezone roughly 24.5 acres north of the Vermillion River along West Main Street from A-1 Agricultural to Commercial. The applicant proposes a commercial recreation facility (adventure park/wedding venue). Both the Clay County and City Planning Commissions voted unanimously to recommend denial. The council will also consider a resolution authorizing an application for financial assistance.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 1523 to rezone Lots BP1, BP3, BP7, and BP8 from A-1 Agricultural to Commercial
• Proposed use: commercial recreation facility (adventure park/wedding venue) on ~24.5 acres
• Both City and County Planning Commissions voted 9-0 and unanimously to recommend denial
• Resolution authorizing application for financial assistance and designating authorized representative

The City Council held a special session and approved a resolution authorizing an application for financial assistance from the South Dakota Board of Water and Natural Resources for the purchase of a new bulldozer for the Joint Powers Landfill, at a cost not to exceed $511,345. The council also held a public hearing on a zoning ordinance amendment, but no action was taken because the applicant withdrew the application. The meeting adjourned at 6:07 p.m.

• Approved resolution authorizing application for financial assistance for landfill dozer (6-0)
• No action taken on Ordinance 1523 zoning amendment after applicant withdrawal

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 1524 to rezone property near Cherry Street for multifamily housing, as well as ordinances for budget revisions and a rural service district adjustment. Medical cannabis licenses for two dispensaries were renewed for 2025. The sales tax rebate program for the USD Wellness Center pool project was extended, and the 2025 Master fee schedule was approved with changes to EMS and golf cart rates.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance 1524 to rezone property north of and between 8 E. Cherry Street and 28 E. Cherry Street from GB General Business to R3 Residential for multifamily housing
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 1525 to remove Lot 1, Block 2 of Madison Park Addition from the Rural Service District to the City mill levy
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 1526 for final revisions to the 2024 budget
• Renewed medical cannabis licenses for Dakota Herb and Dakota Natural Growers for 2025
• Extended the sales tax rebate program for the USD Wellness Center pool project until June 30, 2025

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a special session and a regular meeting to address zoning changes, license renewals, and fee adjustments. The body will also consider a supplemental appropriations ordinance and a sales tax rebate extension for the University of South Dakota.

• Rezoning of property between 8 E. Cherry Street and 28 E. Cherry Street from General Business to R-3 Residential
• Removal of 1400 Roosevelt Street from the Rural Service District
• Public hearings for medical cannabis license renewals and a liquor license transfer for Freedom Valu Center at 830 E. Cherry Street
• Resolution amending Fire and Ambulance fee rates and The Bluffs Golf Course cart fee rates
• 2024 Supplemental Appropriations Ordinance

The City Council approved three ordinances: rezoning property near Cherry Street from business to residential for multi-family housing, removing a property from the Rural Service District, and adopting the 2024 supplemental appropriations. The council also approved medical cannabis license renewals, a liquor license transfer, an easement for wastewater work, and fee schedule changes for fire/EMS and golf carts. A request for $400,000 for the Vermillion Grow campaign was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved Ordinance 1524 rezoning property near 8-28 E. Cherry Street from GB to R-3 Residential (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1525 removing Lot 1, Block 2 Madison Park Addition from Rural Service District (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1526, 2024 Supplemental Appropriations (9-0)
• Approved medical cannabis license renewals for Dakota Herb and Dakota Natural Growers (9-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer from Kareem, Inc. to 727 Inc. for Freedom Valu Center, contingent on background checks (9-0)
• Approved easement for Lot 1 of Wagner's Addition for wastewater force mains, contingent on land sale (9-0)
• Approved addendum extending USD Wellness Center pool sales tax rebate agreement to June 30, 2025 (9-0)
• Approved amended fire/ambulance fee rates and 18-hole golf cart rental fee of $30 (9-0)

City Council Briefings

The Vermillion City Council held first readings on three ordinances: rezoning a Cherry Street property from GB to R3 for multifamily housing, removing a lot from the Rural Service District, and finalizing the 2024 budget. They approved support for acquiring GovWell building-permit software and declared two vehicles and equipment surplus. The meeting was not broadcast due to audio issues.

• First reading of Ordinance 1524 to rezone property north of 8 and 28 E. Cherry Street from GB General Business to R3 Residential for multifamily housing
• Council approved support for Building/Code Enforcement to work with GovWell for permit software and billing integration
• First reading of Ordinance 1525 to remove Lot 1, Block 2 of Madison Park Addition from Rural Service District (Roosevelt Street)
• First reading of Ordinance 1526 to make final 2024 budget revisions
• Declared surplus a 2009 Turfco Triwave 60 overseeder and a 2004 Ford 350 diesel truck for online auction

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council is holding a special and regular meeting to discuss zoning changes, budget appropriations, and software purchases. The body will also review a sales tax rebate extension and a tennis and pickleball court project update.

• First reading of Ordinance 1524 to rezone property between 8 E. Cherry Street and 28 E. Cherry Street from General Business to R-3 Residential
• First reading of Ordinance 1526 for 2024 Supplemental Appropriations
• First reading of Ordinance 1525 to remove 1400 Roosevelt Street from the Rural Service District
• Purchase of code enforcement software (GovWell) with an initial cost of $27,000 and $18,000 annual renewal
• Setting a December 16, 2024 public hearing for Medical Cannabis License Renewals

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1524, a request to rezone a parcel at 12 East Cherry Street (Block 3, Parks Addition) from GB General Business to R-3 Residential to allow multi-family residential development. The commission previously recommended denial of a different rezoning request (Ordinance 1523) for a commercial recreation facility. The meeting also includes adoption of prior minutes and other routine items.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1524 to rezone 12 East Cherry Street from GB General Business to R-3 Residential
• Applicant Lawrence Brady plans multi-family residential buildings on the site
• Owner collected signatures from 11 property owners (409,376 sq ft) exceeding the 45% threshold to hold the hearing
• Commission previously recommended denial of Ordinance 1523 for a commercial recreation facility rezoning
• Meeting includes roll call, minutes approval, and visitors to be heard

Library Board

The Vermillion Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on November 20, 2024, starting with a visit to the Old Carnegie Library at 5:30 PM, followed by the regular meeting at 6:00 PM. The board will consider routine items including approval of October minutes and library reports, and then discuss new business: the 2025 Library Pay Scale, accreditation continuing education hours, a review of the Patron Code of Conduct (as part of accreditation policy), a fee for sending faxes, and the annual library survey.

• 2025 Library Pay Scale
• Accreditation Policy Review – Patron Code of Conduct
• Fee for sending faxes
• Annual Library Survey
• Library Board Continuing Education Hours for accreditation reminder

City Council Briefings

The Vermillion City Council approved collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME and FOP #19 for 2025-2027, terminated a street and parking easement on Rose Street, and closed W. Main Street for the Standstill Parade of Lights. A resolution set rezoning and conditional use permit fees at $175 each. The council also discussed but declined to pursue declaring Jaycee Park surplus and selling the land.

• Approved termination of street and parking easement for Rose Street property abutting St. Thomas More Newman Center; public sidewalk remains but parking controlled by Newman Center.
• Approved closure of W. Main Street from Court Street to alley east of Eagles, plus portions of Market and Prospect Streets, on Dec. 5, 4:00-7:30 p.m. for Standstill Parade of Lights.
• Approved parking removal on N. Dakota Street from Sanford Coyote Sports Center loading dock to Dome loading dock on Jan. 5, 6, and 9, 2025 (8 a.m.-8 p.m.) for the 2025 Dakota Farm Show.
• Approved collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME (Telecommunications and General Employees) and FOP #19 (Police Officers and Detectives) for calendar years 2025-2027.
• Approved resolution amending fees for rezonings and Conditional Use Permits to $175 per application.

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council holds a special noon meeting with a proclamation and a public hearing on a street easement termination. The regular evening session includes voting on three collective bargaining agreements, a proposal to sell Jaycee Park, and a resolution adjusting rezoning fees.

• Public hearing to terminate street and parking easement on Rose Street (Newman Center)
• Collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME (General Employees and Telecommunications) and FOP #19 (Police)
• Resolution to adjust fees for rezoning and conditional use permit requests
• Proposal to sell Lots 8 and 9, Block 17 (Jaycee Park site at W. Broadway and 12th Street)
• Memorandum of Understanding to transfer lots of Jack Powell Addition to Vermillion Area Chamber and Development Company

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss old business items including the USD Historic Core District nomination and documentation of the Jolley Elementary School. New business items include website content updates and setting the December meeting date. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of previous minutes.

• Old Business: USD Historic Core District nomination progress
• Old Business: Austin/Jolley Documentation regarding Jolley Elementary School
• New Business: Website Content for historic preservation
• New Business: December Meeting Date selection
• Approval of minutes from October 16, 2024 meeting

Human Relations Commission

The Commission will meet to discuss future listening sessions, programming, and proclamations. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and standing business.

• Discussion of future listening sessions
• Discussion of future programming
• Discussion of future proclamations

City Council Briefings

The City Council awarded a three-year farmland lease for 230 acres on Highway 50 east of Vermillion to Wade Larson for a total payment of $212,060. They held a progress hearing on the E. Clark Street reconstruction project funded by a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant. Liquor licenses were renewed and transferred, including changes for Charcoal Lounge and Coyote Convenience. The council also approved temporary parking removal for USD football games and wrote off old account receivables.

• Farmland lease of 230 acres on Highway 50 east of Vermillion awarded to Wade Larson for $212,060 over 2025-2027
• Progress hearing on E. Clark Street project funded by $500,000 Community Development Block Grant
• Retail liquor license for Charcoal Lounge reduced to 6 E. Main Street; Coyote Convenience license transferred to 8 E. Main Street
• Temporary parking removal on N. Dakota Street from 6 am to 10 pm on Nov 14-16 for SDHSAA football championships
• Annual write-off of old receivables for checks, ambulance, and utility accounts approved

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a special meeting and a regular meeting to discuss public hearings and new business. Key items include liquor license renewals and a request from USD regarding temporary parking removals.

• Public hearing for a lease of approximately 230 acres of farmland east of Vermillion
• Public hearings for annual liquor and wine license renewals and specific license changes for Charcoal Lounge
• Progress hearing for the E. Clark Street reconstruction project
• Request from USD to remove parking on N. Dakota Street from Nov 14-16, 2024
• Review of a request for additional funding from the Vermillion Housing Authority

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council and Clay County Commission are holding a joint meeting to conduct the first reading of Ordinance 1522. This ordinance proposes rezoning approximately 42.85 acres from an Agricultural District to a Rural Residential District to allow for a 21-dwelling residential development.

• First reading of Ordinance 1522 to rezone Munger Tracts 1, 2, and 3
• Proposed construction of 21 residential dwellings south of the Vermillion River
• Rezoning of 42.85 acres along the west side of SD Hwy. 19
• Discussion of a required pre-annexation agreement between the City and developer

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint meeting with Clay County to discuss Ordinance 1523. The proposal seeks to rezone approximately 24.5 acres north of the Vermillion River from an Agricultural District to a Commercial District.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1523 to rezone Lot BP1, BP3, BP7, and BP8 to the C: Commercial District
• Proposed use of land as a commercial recreation facility
• City Staff recommendation to deny the rezone request

City Council Briefings

The Vermillion City Council approved several items at its October 21 meeting, including a variance for Hillside Community Church to reduce a parking setback to zero feet, a street closure for a trick-or-treat event, and a resolution to withdraw from a shared use path project. The council also set a $30 daily fee for special malt beverage licenses and approved a development plan for the Jack Powell Addition.

• Variance for Hillside Community Church (1800 Constance Drive) to reduce front yard parking setback from 30 to 0 feet.
• Street closure of Church Street from E. Main to Kidder for Downtown Trick or Treat on Oct 25, 3:30-6:30 pm.
• Final plat approval for Lots 16-26, Block 4, Jack Powell Addition (abut Baylor Street west of Stanford).
• Resolution to withdraw from participation in the City’s shared use path along the Vermillion River.
• Daily fee set at $30 for special malt beverage or wine license, with $20 publication fee.

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The Vermillion City Council will hold a special meeting at noon and a regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. on October 21, 2024. The council is scheduled to decide on withdrawing from a grant agreement for the Vermillion River hike/bike path and to adopt a concerted development plan for the Jack Powell Addition. Other business includes a public hearing on a parking variance for Hillside Community Church and a resolution amending fees for special daily on-sale malt beverage and wine licenses.

• Resolution to withdraw from participation in Vermillion River hike/bike path grant agreement
• Public hearing on variance to reduce front yard setback from 30 ft to 0 ft for off-street parking at Hillside Community Church, 1800 Constance Drive
• Request to close Church Street from E. Main Street to Kidder Street on Oct. 25 for VCDC Downtown Trick or Treat event
• Final plat approval for Lots 16-26, Block 4, Jack Powell Addition
• Resolution amending fee for Special Daily On-Sale Malt Beverage and Wine Licenses

Library Board

The provided agenda text consists of numeric codes and symbols rather than readable language. It is impossible to determine what is being decided or discussed.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission will meet to discuss the nomination of the University of South Dakota's core district and provide updates on the Jolley School. Members are also expected to review and comment on quotes from three website design companies.

• USD nomination for the University of South Dakota Historic Core District
• Update on Jolley School documentation
• Review of website quotes from Erickson Solutions Group, Direct Data Management, and Shannon Arne

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will review and make a recommendation on a final plat for 11 residential lots (5 single-family detached, 6 attached) in the Jack Powell Addition, a 2.3-acre site south of Baylor Street. The plat conforms to the previously approved preliminary plat, and staff recommends approval. No other public hearings or old business are on the agenda.

• Final plat for Lots 16–26, Block 4, Jack Powell Addition – 11 residential lots on 2.3 acres

City Council Briefings

At its October 7, 2024 briefing, the Vermillion City Council reported actions including proclamations, permits, liquor licenses, engineering agreements, a resolution supporting the Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System, TIF agreements, and a land sale. They also accepted a $43,000 bid for the former Market Street water tower land and approved various event permits.

• Permit for USD street dance and pep rally with street closure of W. Kidder Street on October 10
• Liquor licenses for El Nopal, LLC at 406 Bower Street, Suite #2
• Engineering agreement for Emergency Forcemain replacement and agreement for removal of temporary sanitary sewer forcemain bridge
• Resolution of support for the Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System
• TIF #10 agreement with Cottage Villa, LLC; TIF #8, #9, #10 clarifications; and $43,000 land sale for former Market Street water tower

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The Vermillion City Council will hold a special meeting at noon and a regular meeting at 6:00 PM on October 7, 2024. The special meeting includes proclamations (Native American Day, Public Power Week, Fire Prevention Week) and public hearings on a noise permit for a street dance and a liquor license for EL Nopal. The regular meeting features resolutions to adjust the storm drainage fee, adopt project plans for Tax Increment Financing Districts #8, #9, and #10, and consider agreements for emergency forcemain replacement and street closure for Dakota Days.

• Resolution adjusting storm drainage fee
• Resolution adopting project plans for TIF Districts #8, #9, and #10
• Resolution of support for Dakota Mainstem Regional Water System
• Public hearing for special noise permit on W. Kidder Street for Dakota Days street dance
• Public hearing for retail malt beverage and wine license renewal for EL Nopal at 406 Bower Street Suite #2

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet to discuss future listening sessions, programming, and proclamations. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and standing business.

• Discussion of future listening sessions
• Discussion of future programming
• Discussion of future proclamations

Tree Board

The Tree Board will review the 2025 tree budget and discuss a city-wide year-round tree planning program, including homeowner requirements. They will also receive updates on Emerald Ash Borer in South Dakota and the Tree City USA status application. Other items include appointing a new council liaison, Gary Cheeseman, and recap of the Arbor Day event.

• Discuss 2025 tree budget
• City-wide year-round tree planning program with homeowner requirements
• Appoint Gary Cheeseman as City Council liaison
• Emerald Ash Borer update in South Dakota
• Tree City USA status application update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will attend an open house for a draft of the Joint Jurisdiction Comprehensive Plan for Clay County and the City of Vermillion. A quorum may be present but no official planning or zoning action will be taken. The meeting is informational only.

• Open house presentation of the draft Joint Jurisdiction Comprehensive Plan
• Possible quorum of Planning & Zoning Commissioners present
• No formal action or votes will occur
• Meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance 1522. The proposal seeks to move Munger Tracts 1, 2, and 3 from an Agricultural District to a Rural Residential District to allow for the construction of 21 residential dwellings.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1522 to rezone 42.85 acres (Munger Tracts 1, 2, and 3) from A-1 Agricultural to RR Rural Residential
• Proposed construction of 21 residential dwellings south of the Vermillion River along the west side of SD Hwy. 19

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review financial reports and budget updates for FY2024 and FY2025. The meeting includes discussions on funding requests and the library's response to House Bill 1197.

• 2025 Library Pay Scale
• 2025 Clay County Funding Request
• House Bill 1197 response discussion
• Annual Technology Plan Review
• Library Director’s Annual Evaluation

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved several items including a rezoning and tax increment financing district for a $15 million affordable housing project at the former Cottage Villa and Lamplighter properties. They also approved permits and street closings for the Chamber's Oktoberfest event, a resolution on Initiated Measure 28, a temporary street closing for an emergency services open house, and budget ordinances for 2024 and 2025. The City Manager reported on upcoming joint planning commission meetings and a vacant historic preservation commission seat.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1521 to rezone north half of Lamplighter property at 112 E Cherry Street from GB General Business to R-3 Residential
• Approval of Project Plan for TIF District #10 at Cottage Avenue and E. Duke Street and Lamplighter property, including 35 affordable housing units with $3.1 million in TIF grants
• Approval of noise permit (up to 50%), malt beverage permit, and street closing for Oktoberfest on September 27, 2024 on W. Main Street, Market Street, Prospect Street
• Approval of Resolution on potential negative impacts of Initiated Measure 28
• Approval of temporary closing of N. Dakota Street on October 6, 2024 for Fire/EMS/Police Department open house

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The Vermillion City Council will hold a special meeting at noon and a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. on September 16, 2024. The council will discuss and potentially vote on a resolution opposing Initiated Measure 28, set wages for the Finance Officer and City Manager after performance reviews, and hold second readings of a rezoning ordinance and the 2025 budget. Approval is also sought for special event permits and street closures related to Oktoberfest and a Fire/EMS Open House.

• Resolution opposing Initiated Measure 28
• Set Finance Officer and City Manager wages after performance reviews
• Second reading of Ordinance 1521 rezoning Lots 7-10, Block 1, Park's Addition from GB to R-3 Residential
• Second readings of 2024 Budget Revision (Ordinance 1519) and 2025 Budget Appropriations (Ordinance 1520)
• Approval of special malt beverage/wine license, noise permit, and street closures for Oktoberfest on Sept 27

The Vermillion City Council adopted the 2025 budget ordinance, the 2024 budget revision, and a rezoning of the Lamplighter property from business to residential use. It also approved a resolution opposing Initiated Measure 28, approved a TIF district project plan for housing, and approved several event permits and street closures. All votes were 9-0.

• Adopted 2025 budget ordinance (9-0)
• Adopted 2024 budget revision ordinance (9-0)
• Rezoned Lamplighter property (112 E. Cherry St.) from GB to R-3 (9-0)
• Approved TIF District #10 project plan for affordable housing (9-0)
• Adopted resolution opposing Initiated Measure 28 (9-0)
• Approved Oktoberfest liquor license, noise permit, and street closures (9-0)
• Approved Fire/EMS Open House street closure (9-0)
• Approved Finance Officer and City Manager wage increases (9-0)

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The Vermillion City Council is holding a special meeting at 11:30 a.m. on September 12, 2024, to attend a Learning Lunch event discussing Initiated Measure 28. No official action will be taken at this meeting.

• Learning Lunch: Initiated Measure 28 Discussion at Dakota Center
• Sponsored by Vermillion Area Chamber and Development Company
• No city council action will be taken

Historic Preservation Commission

The Vermillion Historic Preservation Commission will discuss old business including the USD nomination and the Austin/Jolley project, and new business including results of permit applications and possible preservation awards. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, adoption of the agenda, and approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

• USD Nomination – update on the University of South Dakota historic district nomination.
• Austin/Jolley Project – discussion of the contract for documentation of the elementary schools.
• VHPC Website – continued development of the commission's website.
• Results of Permit Applications – review of recent building permit decisions for historic properties.
• Possible Preservation Awards – discussion of potential awards to recognize preservation efforts.

The Vermillion Historic Preservation Commission approved a fence permit for 113 N. University Street with a 6-0 vote, finding no adverse effect. The commission also discussed the nomination of the University of South Dakota Historic Core District, the documentation of Austin and Jolley elementary schools, and website design options, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved fence permit for 113 N. University Street (6-0)
• Adopted agenda as written (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 14, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Vermillion Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #10 Project Plan, which would support housing development. The Commission will also receive an update on the Joint Jurisdiction Zoning Area (JJZA) Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes routine items like approval of minutes and visitors to be heard.

• Public hearing on TIF #10 Project Plan
• Informational update on JJZA Comprehensive Plan

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

This is a special meeting of the Vermillion City Council held as a kick-off celebration for the Grow Vermillion campaign. No official council action will be taken; council members may attend as guests.

• Kick-off event for the Grow Vermillion campaign sponsored by the Vermillion Area Chamber and Development Company

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will discuss future listening sessions (including for international and Native American students), future programming, and future proclamations. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda, approval of minutes from July meetings, and a period for public comment. No new business items are listed; the agenda is primarily procedural and planning-oriented.

• Old Business: Future Listening Sessions (likely for students and veterans)
• Standing Business: Future Programming
• Standing Business: Future Proclamations
• Approval of minutes: July 18, 2024 regular meeting and July 24, 2024 special meeting
• Visitors to be Heard – public comment on items not on the agenda

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a special and regular meeting to discuss the 2025 budget appropriations and a budget revision ordinance. The body is also considering the creation of Tax Increment Financing District #10 and various zoning changes.

• First reading of Ordinance 1520 for 2025 Budget Appropriations
• Resolution creating Tax Increment Financing District #10 for the former Cottage Villa Mobile home park site
• Public hearing for wine, cider, and malt beverage licenses for The W Social House LLC at 14 Market Street
• First reading of Ordinance 1521 to rezone Lots 7-10, Block 1, Park’s Addition from General Business to R-3 Residential
• FAA and SD DOT grant for taxiway and pavement reconstruction at Harold Davidson Field Airport

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved the boundaries for Tax Increment Financing district #10 and issued liquor licenses for W Social House. Members also voted on property rezonings and advanced budget revisions for 2024 and 2025 to a second reading.

• Approved TIF district #10 boundaries at Cottage Avenue, E. Duke Street, and the north half of the Lamplighter property
• Approved retail on-off sale wine, cider, and malt beverage licenses for W Social House at 14 Market Street
• Passed Ordinance 1518 to rezone Lot 11, Block 6 (Rockwell Trail and Stanford Street) from commercial to residential
• Advanced Ordinance 1519 and 1520 regarding 2024 budget revisions and 2025 Budget Appropriations
• Approved temporary closing of Main Street between S. Norbeck and High Street on September 27 for the homecoming parade

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The Vermillion City Council holds a special meeting and public hearing to decide on transferring a retail on-sale liquor license, wine/cider license, and malt beverage license from Red's Steakhouse to Cee Cee's Hospitality Inc at 1 E Main Street. The transfer is contingent on pending FBI and DCI background checks. The fee for the transfer is $450.

• Transfer of liquor, wine/cider, and malt beverage licenses to Cee Cee's Hospitality Inc at 1 E Main Street
• Transfer fee of $450 ($375 retained by city, $75 to SD Department of Revenue)
• Background checks for owner Josh Scherrer pending; no adverse police records found
• Public hearing to allow comments on the license transfer

The Vermillion City Council held a special session and approved the transfer of retail liquor, wine/cider, and malt beverage licenses from Red's Steakhouse to Cee Cee's Hospitality Inc. at 1 E Main Street, contingent on clear background checks. The motion passed 8-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved transfer of retail on-sale liquor license (until Dec 31, 2024) to Cee Cee's Hospitality Inc. (8-0)
• Approved transfer of retail on-off wine and cider license (until Dec 31, 2024) to Cee Cee's Hospitality Inc. (8-0)
• Approved transfer of retail on-off malt beverage & SD farm wine license (until June 30, 2025) to Cee Cee's Hospitality Inc. (8-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request for the Lamplighter property and the creation of Tax Increment District #10. The body will also discuss a new policy for developments in the joint jurisdiction zoning area with Clay County.

• Ordinance 1521: Rezoning Lots 7, 8, 9, and 10, Block 1, Parks Addition from GB General Business to R-3 Residential
• Recommendation on the creation of Tax Increment District #10 for the former Cottage Villa Trailer Court and part of the Lamplighter property
• Proposed City Policy for developments within the Joint Jurisdiction Zoning Area with Clay County

The Commission recommended the City Council adopt Ordinance 1521 to rezone Lots 7-10, Block 1, Parks Addition from GB General Business to R-3 Residential, and recommended approval of the boundary for Tax Increment District #10 for the former Cottage Villa Trailer Court and Lamplighter property. Both motions carried 8-0. The Commission also discussed but did not vote on a policy for developments in the Joint Jurisdiction Zoning Area with Clay County.

• Recommended Council adopt Ordinance 1521 rezoning Lots 7-10, Block 1, Parks Addition to R-3 Residential (8-0)
• Recommended Council approve TIF #10 boundary for former Cottage Villa Trailer Court and Lamplighter property (8-0)
• Adopted August 12, 2024 meeting minutes as published (8-0)
• Adopted agenda as published (8-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

This special meeting of the Vermillion Planning & Zoning Commission is an open house to present the draft Joint Jurisdiction Comprehensive Plan for Clay County and the City of Vermillion. Commissioners may attend, but no formal action will be taken.

• Presentation of draft Joint Jurisdiction Comprehensive Plan for Clay County and the City of Vermillion

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

At a special noon meeting, the Vermillion City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for Lot 11, Block 6 of Bliss Pointe Addition and on a Community Development Block Grant for wastewater treatment plant updates. The council will also take a second reading of an ordinance amending heavy industrial zoning standards and vote on resolutions to submit a CDBG application and purchase a forklift for the recycling center. A regular evening meeting will discuss options for council meeting times and hold an executive session.

• First reading of Ordinance 1518 to rezone Lot 11, Block 6, Bliss Pointe Addition from Planned Development District Area D to Area C
• Second reading of Ordinance 1517 amending heavy industrial district conditional use and performance standards
• Public hearing on Community Development Block Grant for Wastewater Treatment Plant updates
• Resolution authorizing submission of a CDBG application and designating certifying officer
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a forklift for Missouri Valley Recycling Center

The Vermillion City Council adopted Ordinance 1517, which adds performance standards for heavy industrial conditional uses, and advanced Ordinance 1518 to rezone a Bliss Pointe parcel from commercial to residential. The council also authorized a CDBG application for wastewater treatment plant upgrades and approved the purchase of a new forklift for the recycling center.

• Adopted Ordinance 1517 adding performance standards for heavy industrial uses (8-0)
• Advanced Ordinance 1518 to rezone Bliss Pointe Lot 11 from Area D to Area C to second reading (8-0)
• Authorized CDBG application for wastewater treatment plant renovations (8-0)
• Approved purchase of Mitsubishi forklift for $47,341 after trade-in (8-0)
• Approved $1.2M+ in invoices payable (8-0)
• Set public hearings for liquor license transfers to Cee Cee's Hospitality and The W Social House
• Approved minutes of August 5 special and regular sessions (8-0)

City Council Briefings

The Vermillion City Council took several actions at its August 19, 2024 briefing, including advancing a rezoning ordinance to a second reading, approving a resolution to apply for a $2,020,000 Community Development Block Grant for wastewater plant renovations, and approving a second reading of industrial zoning performance standards. The council also authorized a forklift purchase for the Recycling Center and noted that no bids were received for the former Market Street water tower site. A special meeting was scheduled for August 26 to consider a liquor license transfer from Red Steakhouse to Cee Cee’s Hospitality at 1 E. Main.

• First reading of Ordinance 1518 to rezone Lot 11, Block 6 (corner of Rockwell Trail and Stanford Street) from Bliss Pointe Planned Development District D (commercial) to Area C (residential) advanced to second reading on September 3, 2024.
• Resolution adopted to apply for a $2,020,000 Community Development Block Grant for renovation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant; City Manager designated as certifying officer.
• Second reading of Ordinance 1517 approved, adding performance standards for Heavy Industrial Zoning to minimize neighborhood impact.
• Resolution approved to purchase a forklift for the Recycling Center from Herc-U-Lift of Maple Plain, MN for $47,341 after trade-in of a 2003 forklift valued at $1,000.
• Special meeting set for August 26, 2024 to consider transferring on-sale liquor license, retail on/off-sale wine/cider license, and malt beverage license from Red Steakhouse to Cee Cee’s Hospitality at 1 E. Main.

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The Vermillion City Council is holding a special meeting for a budget workshop on the proposed 2025 budget. The workshop covers multiple city funds including utility, maintenance, administration, capital projects, and enterprise funds. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion and review session.

• Review of proposed 2025 budget for Water, Wastewater, and Electric utility funds
• Review of Maintenance & Transportation budgets including Street Department and Snow Removal
• Review of Capital Projects Fund including Special Assessment Projects and Airport Improvements
• Review of Enterprise Funds for Bluffs Clubhouse and Bluffs Maintenance
• Review of Outside Organizations Request including General Fund – Community Services and BBB Fund

The City Council held a special session to continue reviewing the proposed 2025 budget and the revised 2024 budget, covering multiple funds and departments. No formal decisions were made on the budget; the session was for discussion only. The agenda was approved, and the meeting adjourned without any new business or public comments.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned special session (8-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Vermillion Historic Preservation Commission will discuss old business including website development and building permit list updates. New business includes a nomination for the University of South Dakota historic district, documentation of Austin/Jolley Elementary Schools, a Certified Local Government (CLG) update, and setting the October meeting date. No final decisions are expected at this meeting.

• USD Historic District Nomination – discussion of contract with Michelle Dennis
• Austin/Jolley Elementary School Documentation – contract review with Tom Thaden
• Website development update and timeline
• Building permit list review and process streamlining
• CLG update and October meeting date scheduling

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will take action on three new business items: authorizing a land purchase from Wagner Limited Partnership (up to $150,000) for sanitary sewer force main replacement, awarding a $844,831.15 contract to RP Constructors for that replacement, and transferring Lots 6-21 of Jack Powell Addition to the Vermillion Area Chamber and Development Company for senior housing development. Following new business, the Council will hold a workshop on the proposed 2025 budget covering multiple funds including public safety, library, landfill, liquor store, and debt service.

• Resolution to buy up to 8 acres from Wagner Limited Partnership for sewer force mains at $23,000/tillable acre and $11,750/non-tillable acre, total not exceeding $150,000
• Award of emergency force main replacement contract to RP Constructors for $844,831.15 (low bid) after June 2024 flood damage
• Transfer of land for proposed 20-unit senior housing duplex development (Lots 6-21, Jack Powell Addition) to Vermillion Area Chamber and Development Company with no upfront compensation to the city
• Budget workshop for FY 2025 covering 911 fund, police, fire, EMS, library, landfill, recycling, liquor store, TIF districts, debt service, and other funds

The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the purchase of land from Wagner Limited Partnership for up to $150,000 to replace sanitary sewer force mains damaged by June 2024 flooding. The council also awarded a $844,831.15 contract to RP Constructors for the force main replacement and authorized transferring preliminary platted Lots 6-21 in Jack Powell Addition to the Vermillion Area Chamber and Development Company. A budget workshop for the 2025 proposed budget was held with no formal decisions made.

• Approved resolution to purchase land from Wagner Limited Partnership for sewer force mains, up to $150,000 (9-0)
• Awarded $844,831.15 contract to RP Constructors for sanitary sewer force main replacement (9-0)
• Authorized transfer of preliminary platted Lots 6-21, Jack Powell Addition to VCDC (9-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (9-0)
• Adjourned special session at 9:47 p.m. (9-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a request to rezone a lot in Bliss Pointe Addition from light commercial to low-medium residential (Ordinance 1518) and a conditional use permit for new wireless communication equipment at an existing monopole at 701 West Cherry Street. The commission will also hold an informational meeting on tiny homes as a possible housing type.

• Ordinance 1518: Rezone Lot 11, Block 6, Bliss Pointe Addition from Planned Development District Area D to Area C (residential)
• Conditional Use Permit for new wireless cabinets and antennas at existing monopole, 701 West Cherry Street (Lot 3, Block 1, Erickson's Addition)
• Informational meeting to discuss potential tiny home regulations (density, parking, lot size)
• Approval of July 22, 2024, meeting minutes
• Staff report on projects including Powell Addition, East Clark Street, and Watermain Replacement

The Commission voted 8-0 to recommend the City Council adopt Ordinance 1518, rezoning Lot 11, Block 6, Bliss Pointe Addition from PDD Area D to Area C to allow single-family residential uses. It also voted 8-0 to grant a conditional-use permit for new wireless communication equipment at 701 West Cherry Street. The Commission discussed but took no action on proposed tiny home regulations, directing staff to gather more information.

• Recommended Council adopt Ordinance 1518 rezoning Bliss Pointe Lot 11 to PDD Area C (8-0)
• Granted conditional-use permit for wireless facilities at 701 West Cherry Street (8-0)
• Adopted July 22, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Adopted agenda as published (8-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commissioners will attend an open house for a draft of the Joint Jurisdiction Comprehensive Plan for Clay County and the City of Vermillion. No official action will be taken by the Planning & Zoning Commission during this event.

• Presentation of the draft Joint Jurisdiction Comprehensive Plan for Clay County and the City of Vermillion

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The Vermillion City Council will hold a special meeting at noon and a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. on August 5, 2024. The regular meeting includes a public hearing on a noise permit for a music festival, the first reading of an ordinance to amend heavy industrial district zoning, a permit for alcohol consumption at a farmers market event, declaring city-owned blocks surplus, approving a mutual aid agreement, and a presentation of the proposed 2025 budget. The special meeting features updates on the Grow Vermillion campaign and the river hike and bike path.

• First reading of Ordinance 1517 amending Title XV, Chapter 155 Zoning Regulations for HI Heavy Industrial District conditional uses and performance standards
• Public hearing for a special noise permit (up to 50% exceedance) for USD Department of Music's 'Music is Alive Festival' on Sept 22 at Prentis Park
• Permit for consumption (no sale) of alcoholic beverages at Vermillion Area Farmer's Market 'Local Fare at the Fair' on Aug 8 at Clay County Fairgrounds
• Declare Blocks 1-5 in the Jack Powell Addition surplus
• Presentation of the proposed 2025 budget

The Vermillion City Council held a special session and regular meeting on August 5, 2024. It approved a first reading of Ordinance 1517, which would amend heavy industrial zoning regulations by removing certain standards from the Heavy Manufacturing Use and adding new performance standards. The council also declared Blocks 1-5 in the Jack Powell Addition as surplus property, approved a mutual aid agreement with the Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association, and approved several permits and the low fuel bids.

• Approved agenda for special session (8-0)
• Approved special permit for USD Music is Alive Festival noise exemption (8-0)
• Advanced Ordinance 1517 to second reading (8-0)
• Approved alcohol consumption permit for Farmers Market event (8-0)
• Declared Blocks 1-5 in Jack Powell Addition surplus (8-0)
• Approved mutual aid agreement with MMUA (8-0)
• Approved fuel bids: FS New Century for items 1-3, Brunick Service for item 4 (8-0)
• Approved invoices payable (8-0)

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved permits and agreements, advanced a zoning ordinance to second reading, declared land surplus, and received the proposed 2025 budget. Staff were recognized for flood response efforts. Upcoming meetings include budget reviews and a public hearing on a $2 million CDBG grant for wastewater plant renovations.

• First reading of Ordinance 1517 to add performance standards in Heavy Industrial Zoning advanced to August 19
• Declaration of surplus for Blocks 1-5 in Jack Powell Addition, step toward sale
• Mutual aid agreement with Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association for FEMA assistance
• Proposed 2025 budget presented with special meetings August 13 and 14
• Public hearing on $2 million Community Development Block Grant for Wastewater Treatment Plant set for August 19

Human Relations Commission

The August 1, 2024 regular meeting of the Vermillion Human Relations Commission was canceled. The agenda listed only routine procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and discussion of future listening sessions and programming.

• Meeting canceled; no business conducted
• Agenda included discussion of future listening sessions
• Attached minutes show prior dismissal of a discrimination complaint

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission is holding a special meeting to review a subcommittee report regarding a submitted complaint. The body will also hear from visitors during the public comment period.

• Review of subcommittee report on submitted complaint

The Vermillion Human Relations Commission held a special meeting on July 24, 2024, to review a subcommittee report on a complaint filed by Robin Schiro. The commission unanimously voted to dismiss the complaint, following the subcommittee's recommendation. Schiro indicated she intends to take the complaint to the State's Human Rights Commission.

• Adopted the agenda unanimously
• Entered executive session to review subcommittee report (5:19 pm - 5:38 pm)
• Dismissed the complaint unanimously, following subcommittee recommendation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1517 to amend zoning regulations for the HI Heavy Industrial District. The proposal replaces specific standards for certain conditional uses with new general performance standards. The body will also hold an informational meeting regarding tiny homes.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1517 to amend HI Heavy Industrial District conditional uses and add performance standards
• Informational meeting on Tiny Homes

The Vermillion Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend the City Council adopt Ordinance 1517, which amends the HI Heavy Industrial District to require conditional uses to meet new performance standards. The commission also held an informational meeting on tiny homes, discussing potential zoning changes, and agreed to hold another informational meeting to explore options for incorporating tiny homes into the city.

• Adopted July 8, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adopted agenda as published (6-0)
• Recommended Council adopt Ordinance 1517 zoning amendment (6-0)
• Agreed to hold additional informational meeting on tiny homes

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will review its complaint process and discuss future listening sessions, including with International Services and Native American students. The meeting also includes approval of past minutes, public comment, and planning for future programming and proclamations.

• Review of Commission complaint process
• Discussion of future listening sessions with International Services and Native American students
• Approval of June 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Planning for future programming and proclamations (including possible Vermillion Pride proclamation)
• Public comment period under Visitors to Be Heard

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss contracts for documenting the Jolley and Austin schools and the joint USD Historic District. The body is also reviewing requirements for local match time keeping and the development of a commission website.

• Proposed contract with Tom Thaden for documentation of Jolley School (224 S. University Street) and Austin School (300 High Street)
• Proposed contract with Michelle Dennis for the joint USD Historic District
• Discussion of a $2,500 CLG award for a new HPC website
• Review of local match time keeping requirements

Library Board

The Vermillion Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve June minutes, hear reports, and discuss old business including FY2024/2025 budget updates and a response to House Bill 1197. New business includes a FY2025 Clay County funding request, the 2024 staff appreciation dinner, and a review of meeting room and interlibrary loan policies as part of accreditation.

• Approval of June 20, 2024 meeting minutes and adoption of agenda
• June Library Report and statistics
• FY2024 revised and FY2025 budget updates
• House Bill 1197 response discussion
• FY2025 Clay County Funding request

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a special meeting at noon for an update on wastewater treatment plant flood repairs and a briefing on the evening's regular meeting. The regular meeting at 7:00 pm includes public hearings on noise and liquor permits for the Ribs, Rods, and Rock 'n Roll event, and consideration of resolutions for a pre-disaster mitigation plan, a housing infrastructure loan, and creation of Tax Increment District #10 for the former Cottage Villa Trailer Court and Lamplighter property.

• Public hearing for special noise permit and malt beverage license for Ribs, Rods, and Rock 'n Roll event on Sept. 6-7, 2024
• Resolution approving the 2024 Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan for Clay County
• Resolution authorizing a loan from the SDHDA Housing Infrastructure Financing Program
• Resolution to create Tax Increment District #10 for the Cottage Villa Trailer Court and Lamplighter property
• Request to close multiple streets for the Ribs, Rods, and Rock 'n Roll event

Business Improvement District No. 1 Board

The Business Improvement District No. 1 Board will review a proposed 2025 budget, hear a report on 2024 occupancy-tax receipts, and receive an update on upcoming events. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the February 2024 meeting. The attached receipts data shows 2024 partial-year collections through May of $21,732.

• Review of 2025 Budget Proposal
• Report on 2024 BID receipts (occupancy tax)
• Report on upcoming events
• Approval of minutes from February 1, 2024

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved a loan for housing infrastructure and adopted a disaster mitigation plan for Clay County. The council also authorized permits and street closures for the Ribs, Rods, and Rock ‘N Roll event. A proposed Tax Increment Financing district was removed from consideration.

• Loan of approximately $260,000 at 2% interest from SDHDA for Jack Powell Addition
• Adoption of the 2024 Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan for Clay County, SD
• Special permits for noise, alcohol licenses, and street closures for Ribs, Rods, and Rock ‘N Roll
• Closure of W. Main Street from Prospect to High Street for September 6-7 event
• Closure of public hearing and no action on Tax Increment Financing district #10

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the creation of Tax Increment District #10 to fund infrastructure for residential use. The agenda also includes a review of a final development plan for an office building at 1317 West Main Street.

• Public hearing for Tax Increment District #10 creation
• Final development plan for office building at 1317 West Main Street

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

Some members of the Vermillion City Council will hold an orientation session. No official council action will be taken during this meeting.

• City Council orientation session

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the TIF #9 Project Plan and emergency repairs for Vermillion River Force Mains. A new council session will install members and elect officers. The regular meeting includes discussions on utility easements and upcoming event permits.

• Tax Increment Financing (TIF) #9 Project Plan discussion
• Quotes for emergency repair of Vermillion River Force Mains
• Installation of new City Council members and election of officers
• Vacating a 6-foot utility easement in Snyder’s Addition
• Noise and alcohol permit hearings for Ribs, Rods, Rock ’n Roll, Inc.

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

City Council members may attend a Topping Out Ceremony for the Clay County Jail & Law Enforcement Center. No City Council action will be taken during this special meeting.

• Topping Out Ceremony at 1250 Stanford St.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review the project plan for TIF District #9, which funds infrastructure for the Jack Powell Addition. The meeting also includes an informational discussion regarding distance requirements between heavy manufacturing and residential uses.

• TIF #9 Project Plan for Jack Powell Addition
• Infrastructure improvements including water, sewer, and street construction
• Informational meeting on distance requirements between land uses

Joint Powers Solid Waste Advisory Board

The Joint Powers Solid Waste Advisory Board will discuss implementing credit card machines at the landfill and reviewing the Licensed Hauler Rate Policy. The meeting also includes a review of financial reports through March 31, 2024.

• Implementation of credit card machines at the landfill
• Review of Licensed Hauler Rate Policy
• Financial report through March 31, 2024

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review May library reports, including statistics and expenditures. The meeting includes discussions on FY2024 revised and FY2025 budget updates. Additionally, the board will review accreditation policies for hotspot lending and education cards.

• FY2024 revised and FY2025 budget updates
• Review of Hotspot Lending and Education Card policies
• 2025 Holiday & Closing Schedule
• House Bill 1197 implementation

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a special and regular meeting on June 17, 2024. The agenda includes reviews of liquor store management agreements and requests for street closures during USD football games. The council will also consider noise permits for local events and concrete surfacing for North Carr Street.

• Review of Vermillion Liquor Store management and lease agreements
• Request to close Rose Street for USD football games (Aug–Dec)
• Resolution for concrete surfacing on North Carr Street
• Public hearing for noise permits for the downtown concert series
• Authorization for purchasing landfill bale bags

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved the creation of Tax Increment Financing District #9 for the Jack Powell Addition. The council also authorized a 5-year management agreement for the Vermillion Liquor Store and a resolution to adjust 2025 electric rates. Additionally, parking removals on Rose Street were approved for upcoming USD football games.

• Creation of Tax Increment Financing District #9 (Jack Powell Addition)
• 5-year management and lease agreement for Vermillion Liquor Store at 826 Cottage Avenue
• Purchase of up to 14,400 landfill bale bags at $4.39 per bag
• Resolution adjusting electric rates for 2025
• Parking removal on Rose Street for USD Home Football games

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss updates regarding a potential USD Historic District. The commission also plans to review the South Dakota CLG Conference and consider a contract for documenting Jolley and Austin Schools.

• Update on discussions with USD about a Historic District or other options
• Contract setup with Tom Thaden for documentation of Jolley and Austin Schools
• Development of an HPC website
• Review of the South Dakota CLG Conference

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission approved a conditional use permit for a steel processing plant at 1400 317th Street. They also recommended zoning amendments for Bliss Pointe and the creation of two new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts.

• Approved heavy manufacturing/steel processing plant at 1400 317th Street
• Recommended zoning amendment for Bliss Pointe PDD Area D to include commercial uses
• Recommended project plan approval for TIF District #8 (Jolley School site)
• Recommended creation of TIF District #9 for the Jack Powell Addition

Human Relations Commission

The commission will conduct an election of officers and introduce new members. The meeting also includes discussions regarding future programming and potential proclamations.

• Election of officers
• New member introductions
• Discussion of future listening sessions
• Planning for future proclamations
• Approval of May 2, 2024 minutes

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a special meeting to canvass the results of the June 3, 2024, municipal election. The agenda also includes roll call and the adoption of the agenda.

• Canvass of June 3, 2024 Municipal Election Results

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a special meeting at noon to review a proposed Tax Increment Financing District #9 and a draft funding formula for outside agencies, followed by a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. The regular meeting includes public hearings on noise permits and a liquor license, second reading of an ordinance amending council meeting times, and new business items such as the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan, street closures for USD football games, and a resolution creating TIF District #9.

• Resolution creating Tax Increment Financing District #9 for Lots in Jack Powell Addition
• Second reading of Ordinance 1515 amending City Council meeting time and place
• Consider adoption of the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan
• Request to close Rose Street and Dakota Street for USD home football games on multiple dates in 2024
• Public hearing on Resolution of Necessity for concrete surfacing of North Carr Street from West Duke Street to Bower Street

City Council Briefings

The Vermillion City Council reviewed and approved several infrastructure plans, street closures, and administrative updates during its June 3 briefing. Officials adopted the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan to prioritize future public projects and align them with annual budgeting and grant applications. The council also accepted a $1,286,601 contract for watermain replacement and approved temporary parking restrictions on N. Dakota St. for fall football games.

• Approved the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan to prioritize upcoming public projects and guide future budget meetings and grant applications.
• Accepted Hulstein Excavating’s bid of $1,286,601 for the Watermain Replacement 2024 project.
• Approved temporary parking removal on N. Dakota St. from Alumni St. to SD HWY 50 for USD Coyote Football games and playoffs through December 2024.
• Second reading of Ordinance 1515 approved to amend language regarding City Council meeting times and locations; a resolution will set the regular schedule later.
• Approved street closures on High St. for the Clay County Fair (Aug 8-11) and special sound permits for events at Prentis Park in July and August.

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a special briefing at noon followed by a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. on May 20, 2024. The regular meeting includes public hearings on liquor licenses, second reading of a zoning amendment for Bliss Pointe Area D, a resolution creating Tax Increment Financing District #9, and multiple items related to the Clark Street Improvement Project.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1516 to allow offices, commercial, construction, and industrial uses in Bliss Pointe Planned Development Area D
• Resolution creating Tax Increment Financing District #9 for lots in Jack Powell Addition
• Agreement with Clay-Union Electric to transfer electric service territory for Heikes Tract 3
• Proposal to sell Lots 8 and 9, Block 23 Original Town (former Market Street water tower site)
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a mower for The Bluffs Golf Course

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved several licenses, street closures, and construction contracts. Key actions included accepting a $2,089,931 bid for the E. Clark Street Improvement Project and authorizing a $1,500,000 state grant advance for the same project.

• Accepted Hulstein Excavating’s $2,089,931 bid for the E. Clark Street Improvement Project
• Authorized Mayor to sign a $1.5 million agreement with the State of South Dakota for Clark Street improvements
• Approved street closures and liquor licenses for VCDC’s Thursdays on the Platz events
• Approved purchase of a Toro Groundsmaster 4000D for Bluff Golf Course for $87,655
• Approved ordinance amendment for Bliss Pointe Planned Development to allow commercial and industrial uses

Library Board

The Vermillion Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting for its monthly session. The board will approve the April minutes, hear library reports, and discuss new business including the FY2024 revised and FY2025 proposed budget request, the Summer Reading Program, and a review of several library policies. No old business is listed.

• FY2024 revised and FY2025 proposed budget request
• Summer Reading Program 2024 information
• Accreditation Policy Review: Library Card Registration, Hotspot Lending, and Proctoring Policies
• 2024 appointments and election of officers at May annual meeting
• April Expenditures and Budget Sheet reports

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a special meeting at noon to review the draft Capital Improvement Plan, followed by a regular meeting at 7 p.m. The regular meeting includes public hearings on malt beverage license renewals and a zoning amendment for Bliss Pointe, as well as decisions on two Tax Increment Financing districts, street closures for USD events, and several appointments.

• First reading of Ordinance 1516 to amend Bliss Pointe Planned Development Area D permitted uses to include offices, commercial, construction, and industrial
• Project Plan for Tax Increment Financing District #8 at the Jolley School site (224 S. University Street)
• Resolution creating Tax Increment Financing District #9 for lots in Jack Powell Addition
• Request to close Rose Street and N. Plum Street for USD Move-In Day on August 23, 2024
• Bid openings for E. Clark Street improvement project and chip seal project

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved the TIF District #8 Project Plan for the Jolley School site and a $130,245 contract for chip sealing. The council also authorized an agreement with the DOT to replace the airport's weather observing system. All bids for the 2024 Watermain Replacement Project were rejected due to advertising errors.

• Approval of TIF District #8 Project Plan at 224 S. University Street
• Acceptance of $130,245 Topkote bid for the 2024 chip seal contract
• Rejection of all bids for the Watermain Replacement Project 2024
• Authorization for airport weather system replacement agreement with DOT
• Approval of street closures for USD Move-in Day and Dakota Days Parade

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will hold a regular meeting with items including a visit from Kelsey Collier-Wise of the Community Connections Center, discussion of future listening sessions, and new appointments on the May 6 City Council agenda. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial items.

• Visitor Kelsey Collier-Wise, Community Connections Center
• Discussion of future listening sessions
• New appointments on May 6 City Council agenda
• Future programming and proclamations

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Vermillion Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a heavy steel manufacturing plant at 1400 317th Street, a zoning amendment to allow offices, commercial, construction, and industrial uses in Bliss Pointe Area D, and project plans for Tax Increment Financing Districts #8 and #9. The commission will also consider minutes from previous meetings and other routine business.

• Conditional use permit for Masaba Inc. steel processing plant at 1400 317th Street
• Zoning amendment to Bliss Pointe Planned Development District Area D to add offices, commercial, construction, and industrial uses
• Project plan for TIF District #8 at Jolley School site (224 S. University Street)
• Creation of TIF District #9 for Jack Powell Addition lots and streets
• Approval of minutes from March 25 and April 8 meetings

Library Board

The Vermillion Public Library Board of Trustees is holding its monthly meeting to approve minutes, receive library reports, and discuss old and new business. Key items include reviewing the annual budget request projections, conducting an annual review of bylaws, and reviewing accreditation policies on photo release and donations. The meeting is largely administrative, with no major decisions expected beyond routine approvals.

• Approval of March 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Annual Review of Bylaws
• Annual budget request initial projections
• Accreditation Policy Review – Photo Release and Donations and Gift Policies
• Webinar opportunity for Library board continuing education hours

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The scheduled activity involves City Council members attending a groundbreaking for the Jack Powell Addition. No official City Council action will be taken during this event.

• Groundbreaking for the Jack Powell Addition

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The Vermillion City Council will hold a special meeting at noon and a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. on April 15, 2024. The special meeting includes a presentation on new police body cameras, background on the expiring liquor store management agreement and lease, and direction on a proposed ordinance to set the council meeting time by resolution. The regular meeting includes a public hearing on a special noise permit for a Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity fundraiser, a second reading of a sign code ordinance, and several new business items including a resolution supporting a federal grant application for safe streets, a first reading of an ordinance updating council member terminology, and agreements for materials testing and construction staking for the Jack Powell Addition and E. Clark Street improvement projects.

• Presentation and demonstration of new Police Department body cameras by Police Chief Crystal Brady
• Background on expiring Liquor Store management agreement and lease, with direction on a plan to move forward
• Second reading of Ordinance 1512 to amend the City's sign code regulations
• Resolution of support and financial commitment for SECOG's grant application to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Safe Streets and Roads for All program
• Acceptance of a Deadwood Funds Grant for work at the Carnegie Library Building at 12 Church Street

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts and a $2.1 million bid for watermain replacement. They also passed an ordinance regarding billboard signs in the General Business district and committed $5,000 to a regional safety grant application.

• Accepted $2.1 million bid from Underground Connections for watermain replacement project
• Approved Ordinance 1512 to permit certain billboard signs in the General Business district
• Adopted a $5,000 commitment for SECOG’s Safe Streets and Roads for All grant application
• Awarded Geotek Engineering contract for Jack Powell Addition Improvements materials testing
• Authorized signing of documents for a $14,000 Deadwood Funds Grant for Carnegie Library work

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss old business, including future listening sessions and a report on the Wacipi, and new business, such as a new appointment timeline and summer activities. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial items.

• Future Listening Sessions
• Report on Wacipi
• New Appointment Timeline
• Summer Activities

Historic Preservation Commission

The Vermillion Historic Preservation Commission will review the Jolley Historic District ribbon cutting event and decide which projects to include in the 2024-25 Certified Local Government (CLG) grant application. They will also approve the CLG discussion and handle routine items like minutes approval and public comments.

• Review of Jolley Historic District ribbon cutting event
• Discussion and approval of 2024-25 CLG application items
• Approval of minutes from March 13, 2024 meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Vermillion Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a heavy manufacturing plant to process steel at 1400 317th Street, and on project plans for Tax Increment Financing District #8 (Jolley School site) and creation of TIF District #9 for the Jack Powell Addition. The commission will also consider recommendations on these items.

• Conditional use permit for Masaba Inc. steel processing plant at 1400 317th Street
• Project plan for TIF District #8 at Jolley School site, 224 S. University Street
• Creation of TIF District #9 for Jack Powell Addition lots
• Public hearings on all three items

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

This is a special meeting where city council members attend a neighborhood preconstruction meeting for the Jack Powell Development Project. No council action will be taken; the meeting is informational only.

• Neighborhood preconstruction meeting for Jack Powell Development Project
• Location: Vermillion Public Library, 18 Church Street
• Quorum may be present but no action will be taken

Human Relations Commission

The Vermillion Human Relations Commission is attending the 50th Anniversary Wacipi at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center. A quorum may be present, but no official action will be taken.

• No items for decision or discussion; purely ceremonial attendance.

Tree Board

The Vermillion Tree Board will meet on April 3, 2024, to review February minutes, hear from SD State Forester John Hartland, and discuss Arbor Day 2024 plans including a Weeping Willow planting at Prentis Park. The board will also consider a Silver Linden planting and promotion for the Re-Tree Vermillion program, along with general tree and Tree City USA status updates.

• Arbor Day 2024 – April 26th, NW corner Prentis Park, Weeping Willow planting
• Re-Tree Vermillion – Silver Linden and promotion discussion
• Guest speaker: John Hartland, SD State Forester (Sioux Falls area)
• City of Vermillion general tree update
• Tree City USA status update

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The Vermillion City Council will hold a special meeting at noon to review proposed sign code language and upcoming construction projects, followed by a regular meeting at 7 p.m. The regular agenda includes public hearings on liquor license transfers, a special permit for amplified sound, and multiple new business items: a resolution to create Tax Increment Financing District #8 for the College Park Addition, resolutions adjusting wastewater rates and water rate surcharges, and a Development Reinvestment Payment Program Agreement with MASABA. The council will also consider second reading of an ordinance modifying off-street parking requirements for multi-family dwellings and first reading of a sign code amendment.

• Resolution to create Tax Increment Financing District #8 for Lots 6-12, Block 2 and all of Block 3, College Park Addition
• Resolution adjusting wastewater rates and water rate surcharge
• Development Reinvestment Payment Program Agreement with MASABA and VCDC
• Second reading of Ordinance 1513 amending off-street parking requirements for multi-family dwellings
• Public hearing on transfer of retail on-sale liquor license from PR Vermillion LLC at 912 N Dakota to CSLG Holdings LLC at 9 W Main Street

City Council Briefings

The Vermillion City Council approved a $250,000 sales tax rebate for Masaba’s new commercial project and finalized parking rules for multi-family housing developments. The council also adopted resolutions to adjust sanitary sewer rates starting in April 2024 and water rates beginning January 1, 2025 to fund upcoming infrastructure work. A proposed ordinance allowing certain billboard signs in the General Business district advanced to a second reading on April 15.

• Approved Ordinance 1513 setting parking requirements at 1.5 to 4 spaces per multi-family unit, plus a 10% additional requirement.
• Approved up to $250,000 in sales tax rebates for Masaba’s project to build a 125,000-square-foot facility and create 35 jobs.
• Adjusted sanitary sewer rates to 142% of average winter usage starting April 2024 and water rates effective January 1, 2025.
• Advanced Ordinance 1512 to a second reading on April 15 to allow some off-premise signs in the General Business zoning district.
• Approved final plat for most of the Jack Powell Addition and temporary construction easements at 225 N. University and 509/511 E. Clark Street.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission reviewed a preliminary plat for the Jack Powell Addition to subdivide land into residential and commercial lots. They also discussed creating a Tax Increment District for housing development at the Jolley Elementary School site and amending off-street parking requirements.

• Preliminary Plat of Blocks 1 through 5, and Outlot 1, Jack Powell Addition
• Final Plat of Lots 1 through 2 in Block 1, Lots 1 through 7 in Block 2, Block 3, Lots 1 through 15 in Block 4, Block 5 and Outlot 1, Jack-Powell Addition
• Creation of Tax Increment District #8 for College Park Addition
• Conditional Use Permit for a storage facility at 1017 Cornell Street
• Ordinance 1513 regarding off-street parking requirements

Joint Powers Solid Waste Advisory Board

The Joint Powers Solid Waste Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on the landfill leachate pond and discuss a household hazardous waste event scheduled for April 26-27, 2024. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, adoption of the agenda, approval of previous meeting minutes, and a financial report. No old business is listed.

• Landfill leachate pond update
• Household hazardous waste event – April 26 & 27, 2024
• Future meeting date discussion

Library Board

The Vermillion Public Library Board of Trustees is holding its monthly meeting to review February reports, discuss new business including the FY2025 budget process, review accreditation policies, and address upcoming board term expirations and officer elections. The meeting is largely administrative, with no major decisions expected on agenda items beyond routine approvals.

• Approval of February 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of February budget sheet and expenditures
• Discussion of South Dakota State Library 2023 Public Libraries Stats and Facts
• 2024 upcoming library board term expirations and election of officers
• City of Vermillion Capital Improvement Plan for the library

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The Vermillion City Council will hold a special noon meeting to hear from Masaba CEO Jerad Higman about expansion plans, receive a quarterly update from the Chamber and Development Company, and review proposed sign code language. At the 7 p.m. regular meeting, the council will hold public hearings on a $2,020,000 Community Development Block Grant application for the Waste Water Treatment Plant renovation, a special liquor license for the Shakespeare Festival, and a first reading of an ordinance to change off-street parking rules for multi-family housing. They will also take a second reading on rezoning 202 N. Dakota Street from commercial to residential.

• Public hearing on $2,020,000 CDBG grant application for Waste Water Treatment Plant renovation
• First reading of Ordinance 1513 to modify off-street parking requirements for multiple-family dwellings
• Second reading of Ordinance 1511 to rezone 202 N. Dakota Street from NC to R-2 Residential
• Special daily malt beverage and wine license for South Dakota Shakespeare Festival June 6-9 at Prentis Park
• Resolution providing match for SDHDA grant for Jolley School site

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved a $2,020,000 CDBG grant application for the Wastewater Treatment Plant renovation and allocated reserve funds for the Jolley School site redevelopment. The council also advanced an ordinance to modify parking requirements for multi-family units. Additionally, several appointments and equipment purchases were finalized.

• Approved $2,020,000 CDBG grant application for Wastewater Treatment Plant renovation
• Allocated $760,500 in reserve funds as a local match for Jolley School redevelopment
• Approved rezoning of 202 N. Dakota Street from NC to R-2
• Authorized $171,593 purchase of camera equipment for the Wastewater Department
• Advanced Ordinance 1513 regarding parking requirements for multi-family units

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

This is a special meeting where the City Council will attend a ribbon-cutting event at Jolley Elementary. No official council action or votes will occur.

• Council members attend Jolley Elementary ribbon cutting
• No city council action will be taken
• Meeting is a ceremonial event, not a business meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and potentially decide on projects for the 2024-25 Certified Local Government (CLG) year, including a proposed USD historic district, workshops, and documentation of Jolley and Austin schools. They will also discuss grants and the Jolley District welcome meeting.

• 2024-25 CLG project selection
• Potential USD Historic District discussion
• Jolley District welcome meeting planning
• Documenting Jolley and Austin schools
• HPC related grants discussion

Historic Preservation Commission

The Vermillion Historic Preservation Commission is holding a special meeting on March 13, 2024, solely to attend the Jolley Elementary Ribbon Cutting event. A quorum may be present, but no official action will be taken. The agenda is purely ceremonial and procedural.

• Attendance at Jolley Elementary Ribbon Cutting event
• No HPC action will be taken
• Quorum may be present

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Vermillion Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: creating a tax increment financing district to support a 13-lot single-family housing development at the former Jolley School site, granting a conditional use permit for a storage facility at 1017 Cornell Street, and amending off-street parking requirements for multiple-family dwellings. The commission will make recommendations on these items after taking public comment.

• Public hearing on creating Tax Increment District #8 for Lots 6-12, Block 2 and all of Block 3, College Park Addition
• Conditional use permit request for a storage facility at 1017 Cornell Street (Lot 7A, Collins Addition)
• Ordinance 1513 to amend off-street parking requirements for multiple-family dwellings, allowing garages to count as parking
• TIF funds would cover razing the Jolley School building, site grading, water/sewer/storm sewer work, curb relocation, and park construction
• Proposed TIF district is for 13 single-family home lots and a small park, bounded by S. University, Maple, and Linden Streets

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will discuss scheduling future listening sessions, including a veteran listening session, and the upcoming Wacipi. They will also set the April meeting date and time and discuss the timeline for filling a commission vacancy.

• Future Listening Sessions
• Veteran Listening Session
• Upcoming Wacipi
• April Meeting Date & Time
• New Appointment Timeline

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for 202 N. Dakota Street from Neighborhood Commercial to Residential, and a variance to allow six unrelated persons at a group home on 306 Jefferson Street. The council will also consider first readings of ordinances to update sign regulations and clean up language on terms of office and meeting times, plus a second reading of a zoning amendment adding expiration dates to consent forms.

• First reading of Ordinance 1511 to rezone Lots 6 & 7, Block 47 Snyders Addition (202 N. Dakota St.) from NC to R-2 Residential
• Variance request from SESDAC to increase group home density from 4 to 6 unrelated persons at 306 Jefferson St.
• Second reading of Ordinance 1510 adding 180-day expiration to consent forms for zoning amendments
• First reading of Ordinance 1512 amending sign regulations in Title XV, Chapter 152
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a utility vehicle for Bluff's Golf Course

City Council Briefings

This briefing summarizes actions from the February 20 City Council meeting and outlines upcoming committee meetings. It details approved zoning changes, new outdoor dining leases, and a scheduled public hearing for wastewater plant funding.

• D&G Concrete awarded bid for Jack Powell Addition infrastructure construction
• Approved variance to increase density at 306 Jefferson Street group home
• Approved leases for outdoor dining near Café Brule and CeeCee’s Cocktail Lounge
• Public hearing scheduled for $2 million wastewater treatment plant grant application
• Ordinance 1511 rezoning of 202 N. Dakota Street advanced to second reading

Tree Board

The Vermillion Tree Board will review minutes from February 15, 2023, and discuss several new items including an Emerald Ash Borer update, Arbor Day 2024 plans, and whether to continue the Re-Tree Vermillion program with Silver Linden trees or try a new approach. The board will also receive a general city tree update, including a City Council education session about tree planting, and discuss memorial trees, the Clay-Union Conservation District Handplant form, and Tree City USA status.

• Emerald Ash Borer Update
• Arbor Day 2024 - April 26th
• Re-Tree Vermillion: Silver Linden vs. new program
• City Council education session about tree planting
• Memorial trees: history and future

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Vermillion Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1511, which would rezone Lots 6 & 7, Block 47, Snyders Addition (202 North Dakota Street) from NC Neighborhood Commercial to R-2 Residential. The property owner, Marty Gilbertson, requested the change to allow residential development without conditional-use approvals. The commission will recommend approval or denial; the City Council will consider it on March 4.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1511 to rezone 202 North Dakota Street (Lots 6 & 7, Block 47, Snyders Addition) from NC Neighborhood Commercial to R-2 Residential
• Property is approximately 0.25 acres, bounded by North Dakota Street and East Cedar Street
• Rezoning would allow single-family to small multi-family residential uses and remove light commercial use
• City Council will consider the rezone at its March 4 meeting

Library Board

The Vermillion Public Library Board of Trustees is holding its monthly meeting. The board will approve the previous meeting's minutes, hear library reports, and discuss new business including the FY2023 annual report, South Dakota legislative session updates, and state library training on weeding.

• Approval of January 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• January Library Report, Statistics, Fees & Gifts, Budget Sheet, and Expenditures
• FY2023 Annual report and Public Library Survey
• South Dakota Legislative session updates from the South Dakota Library Association
• South Dakota State Library Training - Weeding

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The Vermillion City Council will hold a special meeting at noon for an electric rate study presentation, followed by a regular meeting at 7 p.m. The regular meeting includes public hearings on zoning amendments, second readings of ordinances on smoke alarm tampering fines and insurance requirements, and new business items including a street closure request from the Shakespeare Festival.

• Electric rate study presentation by Missouri River Energy Services
• First reading of Ordinance 1510 amending zoning regulations on consent forms for zone changes
• Second reading of Ordinance 1508 establishing fines for tampering with smoke alarms in rental units
• Request from South Dakota Shakespeare Festival to close E. Main Street from Plum to Walker streets on June 6-9
• Agreement for professional services and FAA grant application for AWOS III-P weather reporting system project

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the potential USD Historic District and upcoming 2024-25 CLG projects. Members will also address the Prentis Park Band Shell and the documentation of Jolley and Austin schools.

• Discussion of potential USD Historic District
• Prentis Park Band Shell discussion
• Documentation of Jolley and Austin Schools
• 2024-25 CLG Projects planning
• Jolley District Welcome Meeting follow-up

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Vermillion Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1510, which would add a 180-day expiration to consent forms required for rezoning applications and reorganize the section for clarity. The commission will make a recommendation to the City Council. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and staff reports.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1510 to amend Section 155.101 of the zoning regulations, adding a 180-day expiration for consent forms and reorganizing the section.
• Approval of minutes from the January 8, 2024 meeting.
• Declaration of conflict of interest and adoption of the agenda.
• Visitors to be heard and old/new business items.

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a second reading of Ordinance 1507 to rezone Tract 2 of the Jack Powell Addition from NRC to R-3 Residential, allowing multi-family housing, townhomes, and assisted living. They will also introduce ordinances on rental housing smoke alarm fines and traffic code insurance requirements, and consider purchasing a wastewater tractor and a parks utility vehicle.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1507 rezoning 36-acre Jack Powell Addition Tract 2 from NRC to R-3 Residential
• First reading of Ordinance 1508 amending rental housing code to add fines for tampering with smoke alarms
• First reading of Ordinance 1509 amending traffic code insurance requirements for operating authority licenses
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a Wastewater Department tractor
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a Parks and Recreation Department utility vehicle

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved a rezoning ordinance and two equipment purchase resolutions. The council also held first readings for ordinances regarding smoke detector tampering fines and dockless vehicle insurance requirements.

• Approved Ordinance 1507 to rezone Tract 2 of Jack Powell Addition from NRC to R-3 Residential
• Advanced Ordinance 1508 to a second reading regarding smoke detector tampering fines
• Advanced Ordinance 1509 to a second reading regarding dockless vehicle insurance requirements
• Approved $73,590 purchase of a John Deere 4066R Compact Utility Tractor for the Wastewater Department
• Approved $15,314 purchase of a Toro Workman EFI gas vehicle for the Parks and Recreation Department

Business Improvement District No. 1 Board

The Business Improvement District No. 1 Board is reviewing financial reports and upcoming community events. The meeting agenda includes discussions on 2023 and 2024 BID receipts and a report on upcoming events.

• Final report on 2023 BID receipts
• Report on 2024 BID receipts
• Report on upcoming events
• Proposed 2024 budget of $72,000

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will hold a regular meeting with roll call, agenda adoption, and approval of January 4 minutes. Old business includes planning future listening sessions and the upcoming Wacipi. New business covers a Black History Month proclamation and adding a student member.

• Black History Month proclamation due January 29 for February 5 City Council meeting
• Discussion of adding a student member to the Commission
• Veteran listening session planned with Dr. Joe Knoer and American Legion meeting on February 13
• Commission meeting time changed to first Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. starting March 6
• Assistance with student-led Wacipi event

Library Board

The Vermillion Public Library Board of Trustees is holding its monthly meeting. The board will elect a new president to fill a term through April, review the 2023 library survey results, and conduct an annual review of the strategic plan. They will also hear reports on library operations, finances, and the Friends of the Library.

• Election of new Library Board President to fill remainder of term January through April
• Public Library Association Latest Library Metrics and Trends data
• Library Dashboard
• 2023 Library Survey results
• Annual review of the strategic plan

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will hold a special meeting at noon to discuss DOT financing options for E. Clark Street reconstruction and off-premises signs, followed by a regular meeting at 7 p.m. that includes public hearings on a wine license and a rezoning, as well as second readings of three ordinances and new business items.

• DOT financing options for E. Clark Street reconstruction
• Off-premises signs discussion
• Public hearing on rezoning Tract 2, Jack Powell Addition from NRC to R-3 Residential District
• Second reading of Ordinance 1504 (water service pipes), 1505 (water turn-on charges), and 1506 (snow and ice)
• Resolution authorizing lease of 44 golf carts for The Bluffs Golf Course

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved a five-year lease for 44 golf carts at Bluffs Golf Course and an application for a transportation grant advance to reconstruct E. Clark Street. The council also passed several ordinances regarding water infrastructure, utility charges, and fire hydrant snow removal.

• Approved $73,861 annual lease for 44 golf carts and GPS system from Yamaha Golf & Utility
• Approved grant advance to reconstruct E. Clark Street from N. Dakota Street to N. Plum Street
• Passed Ordinance 1507 for first reading to rezone Tract 2 of Jack Powell Addition
• Approved Ordinance 1506 requiring property owners to remove snow within a three-foot radius of fire hydrants
• Approved street closure for Kidder Street on February 17, 2024, for Special Olympics fundraising

Historic Preservation Commission

The Vermillion Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss old and new business. Old business includes planning a Jolley District welcoming event, the potential USD historic district, and long-term planning. New business covers the State CLG Conference in May and 2024-25 CLG projects. The agenda is largely procedural, with public comment allowed on agenda items and non-agenda topics.

• Jolley District Welcoming Meeting planning
• Potential USD Historic District discussion
• Long-term planning for the commission
• State CLG Conference in May
• 2024-25 CLG projects

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1507 to rezone Tract 2 of the Jack Powell Addition from NRC Natural Resource Conservation to R-3 Residential, allowing residential uses such as housing and assisted living. Staff recommends approval. The commission will also receive an educational session on the variance and appeals process. The City Council will consider the rezone on January 16.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1507 to rezone Tract 2, Jack Powell Addition (36 acres) from NRC to R-3 Residential
• Rezoning would allow multi-family housing, townhomes, detached housing, assisted living, and congregate care
• Staff recommends approval of the rezoning
• Educational session on variance and appeals process
• City Council consideration scheduled for January 16, 2024

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

This is a special meeting of the Vermillion City Council held solely for the purpose of attending the City of Vermillion Employee Holiday Party at the Bluffs Golf Course Clubhouse. The agenda explicitly states that no City Council action will be taken. The meeting is procedural and social only.

• No official business or decisions will occur
• Meeting location: Bluffs Golf Course Clubhouse
• Quorum of council members may be present but no action taken

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss old business including future listening sessions and the upcoming Wacipi, and new business including a social media plan. The agenda also includes standing items on future programming and proclamations.

• Discussion of future listening sessions, including a potential veteran listening session
• Update on the upcoming Wacipi on April 6, 2024 at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center
• Discussion of a social media plan for the Commission's Facebook page
• Discussion of future proclamations, including Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month

City Council Agendas, Packets and Minutes

The City Council will review several ordinances regarding building regulations, water services, and snow removal. The agenda also includes a resolution for the Jolley School site project and various administrative items.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1498 regarding building permits and fees
• Second reading of Ordinance 1502 regarding building regulations
• Second reading of Ordinance 1503 regarding property maintenance and flood plains
• First reading of Ordinance 1504 regarding water service pipe installation
• First reading of Ordinance 1505 regarding water rates and turn-on charges

City Council Briefings

The City Council approved several ordinances regarding building regulations and water meter charges. The council also authorized a grant application for water and sewer work at the Jolley School site.

• Approved retail on-off sale malt beverage and South Dakota Farm Wine license for Pump N Stuff at 203 E. Main Street
• Approved second reading of Ordinances 1498, 1502, and 1503 regarding building regulations and appeals
• Approved grant application to the South Dakota Housing Development Authority for Jolley School site redevelopment
• Approved destruction or auction of weapons from the Police Department evidence room
• Approved 2024 rate of pay for elected officials and City employees