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WatertownSD averageUS Census ACS
Population
22,859
Per-capita income
$37,225
Median home value
$212,300
Bachelor's or higher
21%
Typical home value $311,434 +4.6% yr/yr · +21.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2015–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Thu Oct 22, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider conditional use requests for day care and contractor shops

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and take action on two conditional use requests. Both requests involve properties located within the C-3 Highway Commercial District.

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City of Watertown Proposed Board of Adjustment Agenda City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 22, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (a) Approval of Minutes from the September 10th meeting Board of Adjustment - Sep 10 2026 - Minutes 3 - 5 4. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST / EX PARTE COMMUNICATION 5. DECLARATION OF NEW BUSINESS Board members or staff declare items for discussion under new business not on the regular agenda. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT SIGN-UP 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 8. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Board Consideration of Conditional Uses for a Day Care Facility (Non- residential) in the C-3 Highway Commercial District at 804 2nd Street SE 1. Public Hearing 2. Board Action CU-26-12 6 - 14 (b) Board Consideration of Conditional Use Requests for Contractor Shops & Storage Yards in the C-3 Highway Commercial District for Lots 1-6 Block 1 of Williston Third Addition 1. Public Hearing 2. Board Action CU-26-13 15 - 28 9. OPEN PUBLIC COMMENT 10. NEW BUSINESS 11. OLD BUSINESS 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO §SDCL 1-25-2 Page 1 of 28 13. MOTION TO ADJOURN BOARD MEMBERS: Please notify Brandi at (605) 882-6201 or email bhanten@watertonw …
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Thu Oct 22, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider replat of Dakota Commons Ninth Addition

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve a resolution regarding a property replat. The body will also review minutes from the October 8th meeting.

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City of Watertown Proposed Planning Commission Agenda City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 22, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 22, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 22, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 22, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 22, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 22, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hour …
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Mon Oct 19, 2026

City Council

City Council to discuss zoning, liquor licenses, and asphalt project change order

The City Council will consider several liquor license applications and zoning amendments. The agenda also includes a change order for an asphalt project and various plat approvals.

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City of Watertown Proposed City Council Agenda City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 19, 2026, 5:30 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRAYER 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. ROLL CALL 5. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE Pursuant to SDCL § 6-1-17, City Councilmembers shall disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to matters on this agenda. Any member with a conflict shall recuse themselves from discussion and voting on the affected item(s), in accordance with South Dakota law and City policy. 6. ACTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA 7. OPEN FORUM 8. CONSENT AGENDA (a) Approval of the minutes of the Council meeting held on October 5th, 2026. City Council - Oct 05 2026 - Minutes 4 - 6 (b) Approval of the right-of-way (ROW) easement agreements and utility certifications associated with the Lake Kampeska Bike Trail - Segment 2, Project No. 2421. Easements - Lake Kampeska Bike Trail 7 - 25 9. PRESENTATIONS & REPORTS 10. CONTRACTS & CHANGE ORDERS (a) Approval of Change Order No.1-Final for the 2026 PMP A - Asphalt Mill and Overlay Project, Project No. 2602, with Duininck Inc., for an increase of $78,848.20 for a New Contract Price of $596,119.00. Change Order No.1-Final with Duininck Inc., Project No. 2602 26 - 31 11. ORDINANCE FIRST READINGS 12. PUBLIC HEARINGS & SECOND READINGS (a) Application for a Special Event Retail License to Lake Area Technica …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to review meeting room policy and open meeting laws

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss administrative policies and review financial reports. The agenda includes a review of the Meeting Room Policy and Open Meeting Laws.

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City of Watertown Proposed Library Board of Trustees Agenda Proposed Library Board of Trustees Agenda Watertown Regional Library, 160 6th Street NE Watertown, South Dakota October 13, 2026, 4:15 PM Watertown Regional Library, 160 6th Street NE Watertown, South Dakota October 13, 2026, 4:15 PM Watertown Regional Library, 160 6th Street NE Watertown, South Dakota October 13, 2026, 4:15 PM Watertown Regional Library, 160 6th Street NE Watertown, South Dakota October 13, 2026, 4:15 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PUBLIC COMMENT 4. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (a) Approval of the minutes from the September 2026 meeting September 2026 Library Board of Trustees Minutes 2 (b) Financial reports for August 2026 August 2026 Financial Report 3 - 4 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 6. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Approval of the general fund expenditures and fines fund expenditures (b) Correspondence 7. REPORT OF LIBRARY DIRECTOR (a) Monthly Calendar October 2026 Calendar 5 - 6 8. COMMITTEE REPORTS 9. OLD BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS (a) Review of the Open Meeting Laws (b) Review of the Meeting Room Policy Meeting Room Policy 7 - 8 11. OPEN 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION 13. ADJOURNMENT Page 1 of 8 Watertown Regional Library Librar …
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Thu Oct 8, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider three new plats

The Planning Commission will review three separate plat resolutions. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the September 24th meeting.

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City of Watertown Proposed Planning Commission Agenda City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 8, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 8, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 8, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 8, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 8, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 8, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in a …
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Thu Oct 8, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Watertown Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for October 8, 2026

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City of Watertown Proposed Board of Adjustment Agenda City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 8, 2026, 4:15 PM City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 8, 2026, 4:15 PM City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 8, 2026, 4:15 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST / EX PARTE COMMUNICATION 5. DECLARATION OF NEW BUSINESS 5. DECLARATION OF NEW BUSINESS 5. DECLARATION OF NEW BUSINESS Board members or staff declare items for discussion under new business not on the regular agenda. Board members or staff declare items for discussion under new business not on the regular agenda. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT SIGN-UP 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA (a) No items for action. 8. REGULAR AGENDA 9. OPEN PUBLIC COMMENT 10. NEW BUSINESS 11. OLD BUSINESS 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO §SDCL 1-25-2 13. MOTION TO ADJOURN Page 1 of 1
Tue Oct 6, 2026

Airport Board

Airport Board to review FY '27 budget

The Airport Board will meet to discuss the fiscal year 2027 budget. The meeting includes a manager's brief and an executive session regarding seasonal considerations.

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City of Watertown Proposed Airport Board Agenda Watertown Regional Airport, 550 Airport Drive Watertown, South Dakota October 6, 2026, 4:00 PM Watertown Regional Airport, 550 Airport Drive Watertown, South Dakota October 6, 2026, 4:00 PM Watertown Regional Airport, 550 Airport Drive Watertown, South Dakota October 6, 2026, 4:00 PM Watertown Regional Airport, 550 Airport Drive Watertown, South Dakota October 6, 2026, 4:00 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (a) Approval of the minutes of the Airport Board Meeting held on September 1st, 2026. Approval of the minutes of the Airport Board Meeting held on September 1st, 2026. Airport Board - Sep 01 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 2 4. PUBLIC COMMENT 5. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Manager Brief 6. OLD BUSINESS (a) FY '27 Budget Review 7. NEW BUSINESS 8. EXECUTIVE SESSION (a) Seasonal Considerations 9. MOTION TO ADJOURN Page 1 of 2 Watertown Airport Board Meeting Minutes Watertown Airport Board Meeting Minutes September 1, 2026 CALL TO ORDER The Airport Board met in regular session at 4:00 pm in the airport conference room. Board president presiding. CALL TO ORDER The Airport Board met in regular session at 4:00 pm in the airport conference room. Board president presiding. CALL TO ORDER The Airport …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026

City Council

Watertown City Council to consider multiple zoning changes and infrastructure updates

The City Council will discuss several zoning map amendments and first readings for new ordinances. The meeting includes public hearings on zoning text amendments and industrial district changes, as well as a decision on sidewalk assessments for 5th Avenue N.

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City of Watertown Proposed City Council Agenda City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota October 5, 2026, 5:30 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRAYER 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. ROLL CALL 5. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE Pursuant to SDCL § 6-1-17, City Councilmembers shall disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to matters on this agenda. Any member with a conflict shall recuse themselves from discussion and voting on the affected item(s), in accordance with South Dakota law and City policy. 6. ACTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA 7. OPEN FORUM 8. CONSENT AGENDA (a) Approval of the minutes of the Council meeting held on September 21st, 2026. City Council - Sep 21 2026 - Minutes 4 - 6 (b) Approval of a Bid Award for the Petroleum Products and Street Maintenance Materials for 2027, Project No. 2621, to Various Contractors and Suppliers at the Designated Pricing as Outlined in the Bid Tabulations and Summary of Recommended Award. Bid Award for Petroleum Products and Street Maintenance Materials 7 - 10 (c) Authorization to Declare Interkal Telescopic Bleachers located in the Prairie Lakes Wellness Center as Surplus and sell by Sealed Bid. PLWC Bleachers 11 - 12 (d) Application for a Special Event Retail License to Zeus Inc d/b/a Second Street Station for a Private Wedding at the Codington County Extension Building, 1910 W Kemp Ave, W17' of Lot 60 & all of Lots 61-71 W11 …
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Tue Sep 29, 2026

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board

Board to conduct deep dive into Prairie Lakes Wellness Center operations

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board will meet to discuss the operations of the Prairie Lakes Wellness Center. The board will also receive status reports on the city's cemetery, golf course, ice arena, and zoo.

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City of Watertown Proposed Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board Agenda Proposed Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board Agenda Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Watertown, South Dakota September 29, 2026, 12:00 PM Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Watertown, South Dakota September 29, 2026, 12:00 PM Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Watertown, South Dakota September 29, 2026, 12:00 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PUBLIC COMMENT 4. DELEGATIONS 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 6. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Approval of Minutes of Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board - Aug 25 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 3 - 4 7. OLD BUSINESS 8. NEW BUSINESS (a) Deep Dive into Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Operations 9. SUPERINTENDENT AND STATUS REPORT (a) Director's Report (b) Status Reports: Recreation/WFAC Recreation Board Report 5 (c) Maintenance and Status Reports: Park and Forestry/City Park/Cemetery Cemetery Board Report City Park Board Report Parks Board Report Cemetery Board Report City Park Board Report Parks Board Report Cemetery Board Report City Park Board Report Parks Board Report 6 - 8 (d) Status Report: Prairie Lakes Wellness Center PLWC Board Report 9 (e) Status Report: Cattail Crossing Golf Course Golf Board Report 10 (f) Status Report: Prairie Lakes I …
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Thu Sep 24, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider annexation and zoning for BRS Addition

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the annexation and zoning of the BRS Addition and a zoning change for 700 2nd Street SE. The body will also consider a text amendment for attached garage sizes and a plat for Harmony Hill Fourth Addition.

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City of Watertown Proposed Planning Commission Agenda City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota September 24, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (a) Approval of Minutes from the September 10th Meeting Planning Commission - Sep 10 2026 - Minutes 3 - 5 4. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST / EX PARTE COMMUNICATION 5. DECLARATION OF NEW BUSINESS Board members and staff declare items for discussion under new business not on the regular agenda. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT SIGN-UP 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 8. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Annexation and Zoning of BRS Addition: 1. Commission Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-41, Initiating Annexation of a Tract of Land Contiguous to the City of Watertown, South Dakota 2. Commission Consideration of Ordinance No. 2026-41, Establishing the Zoning Designation of C-3 Highway Commercial District a. Public Hearing b. Commission Action on Annexation c. Commission Action on Zoning Resolution No. 2026-41(Annexation) and Ordinance No. 2026-41(Zoning) 6 - 11 (b) Commission Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-42, Amending the Zoning Map of the City of Watertown, SD from C-3 Highway Commercial District to R- 2A Single Family Attached Residential District for the …
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Thu Sep 24, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Watertown Board of Adjustment meeting canceled

The proposed Board of Adjustment meeting for September 24, 2026, was canceled. The agenda contained no items for action.

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City of Watertown Proposed Board of Adjustment Agenda CANCELED 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST / EX PARTE COMMUNICATION 5. DECLARATION OF NEW BUSINESS 5. DECLARATION OF NEW BUSINESS 5. DECLARATION OF NEW BUSINESS Board members or staff declare items for discussion under new business not on the regular agenda. Board members or staff declare items for discussion under new business not on the regular agenda. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT SIGN-UP 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 8. REGULAR AGENDA (a) No items for action 9. OPEN PUBLIC COMMENT 10. NEW BUSINESS 11. OLD BUSINESS 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO §SDCL 1-25-2 13. MOTION TO ADJOURN Page 1 of 1
Mon Sep 21, 2026

City Council

Watertown City Council to consider property tax levy and infrastructure contracts

The City Council will discuss several first-reading ordinances regarding zoning, business licensing, and waste management. The body is also deciding on professional services agreements for solar and street projects and reviewing liquor license transfers.

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City of Watertown Proposed City Council Agenda City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota September 21, 2026, 5:30 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRAYER 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. ROLL CALL 5. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE Pursuant to SDCL § 6-1-17, City Councilmembers shall disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to matters on this agenda. Any member with a conflict shall recuse themselves from discussion and voting on the affected item(s), in accordance with South Dakota law and City policy. 6. ACTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA 7. OPEN FORUM 8. CONSENT AGENDA (a) Approval of the minutes of the Council meeting held on September 8th, 2026. City Council - Sep 08 2026 - Minutes 4 - 6 (b) Approval of a Professional Services Agreement for the Terminal Solar Array, Project No. AIP 3-46-0058-050-2026, with Helms and Associates Corporation, in the amount of $264,592.81. Terminal Solar Array 7 - 45 9. PRESENTATIONS & REPORTS 10. CONTRACTS & CHANGE ORDERS (a) Approval of a Professional Services Agreement for Collection Design, and Construction Administration Associated with the Street Reconstruction, Project No. 2704 with HDR Engineering, Inc., in the Amount of $235,164.00. HDR Engineering, Inc., Project No. 2704 46 - 61 (b) Approval of Change Order No.1-Final for the 2026 Solid Waste Improvements- Truss Hoop Building, Project No. 2612, with Berg Enterprise, LL …
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Thu Sep 10, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider variance for oversized attached garage

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property in KAK's 4th Addition. The board will decide whether to allow a garage that exceeds maximum size standards and has a specific number of doors.

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City of Watertown Proposed Board of Adjustment Agenda City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota September 10, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (a) Approval of Minutes from August 20th, 2026 Board of Adjustment - Aug 20 2026 - Minutes 3 - 5 4. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST / EX PARTE COMMUNICATION 5. DECLARATION OF NEW BUSINESS Board members or staff declare items for discussion under new business not on the regular agenda. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT SIGN-UP 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 8. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Board Consideration of a Variance Request from the Attached Garage Standards to Exceed the Maximum Allowable Size in the PUD Planned Unit Development for Lot 1 Block 3 of KAK's 4th Addition 1. Public Hearing a. Action on Variance to allow for a 5,707 SF Attached Garage b. Action on Variance to allow for 5 garage doors on the west side of the proposed structure C-26-18 6 - 17 9. OPEN PUBLIC COMMENT 10. NEW BUSINESS 11. OLD BUSINESS 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION PURSUANT TO §SDCL 1-25-2 13. MOTION TO ADJOURN BOARD MEMBERS: Please notify Brandi at (605) 882-6201 or email [email protected]. as soon as possible upon receipt of this Agenda if you will not be able …
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Thu Sep 10, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider industrial rezoning and text amendments

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on rezoning a lot in the Calvin Industrial Park and amending zoning text regarding clear view triangles. The body will also consider a plat for the Calvin Industrial Park and a residential rezone for a property on 2nd Street SE.

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City of Watertown Proposed Planning Commission Agenda City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota September 10, 2026, 4:15 PM To participate by remote teleconference, please contact City Hall at (605) 882-6200 to receive remote connection options at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting. Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (a) Approval of Minutes from the July 23rd meeting Planning Commission - Jul 23 2026 - Minutes 3 - 5 4. DISCLOSURE OF CONFLICTS OF INTEREST / EX PARTE COMMUNICATION 5. DECLARATION OF NEW BUSINESS Board members and staff declare items for discussion under new business not on the regular agenda. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT SIGN-UP 7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 8. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Commission Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-36, Amending the Zoning Map of the City of Watertown, SD for Lot 3 Calvin Industrial Park Third Addition from I-1 Light Industrial District to I-2 Heavy Industrial District 1. Public Hearing 2. Commission Action Resolution No. 2026-36 6 - 10 (b) Commission Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-35, The Plat of Calvin Industrial Park Third Addition Resolution No. 2026-35 11 - 25 (c) Commission Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-37, a Zoning Text Amendment to Chapter 21.10 Clarifying the Clear View Triangle 1. Public Hearing 2. Commission Action Resolution No. 2026-37 26 - 74 (d) Commission Consideration to In …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026

City Council

Watertown City Council to consider property tax levy and new ambulance fees

The City Council will discuss certifying the property tax levy and establishing new ambulance fees. The body is also reviewing several special event liquor licenses and industrial park acceptances.

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City of Watertown Proposed City Council Agenda City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota September 8, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota September 8, 2026, 5:30 PM City Hall, 20 N Maple Watertown, South Dakota September 8, 2026, 5:30 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PRAYER 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. ROLL CALL 5. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE 5. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE 5. CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE Pursuant to SDCL § 6-1-17, City Councilmembers shall disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to matters on this agenda. Any member with a conflict shall recuse themselves from discussion and voting on the affected item(s), in accordance with South Dakota law and City policy. Pursuant to SDCL § 6-1-17, City Councilmembers shall disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to matters on this agenda. Any member with a conflict shall recuse themselves from discussion and voting on the affected item(s), in accordance with South Dakota law and City policy. Pursuant to SDCL § 6-1-17, City Councilmembers shall disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to matters on this agenda. Any member with a conflict shall recuse themselves from discussion and voting on the affected item(s), in accordance with South Dakota law and City policy. 6. ACTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA 7. OPEN FORUM 8. CONSENT AGENDA (a) …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026

Library Board of Trustees

Library Board to consider 2027 out-of-county card prices

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and expenditures. The board is scheduled to discuss and approve pricing for out-of-county library cards for 2027.

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City of Watertown Proposed Library Board of Trustees Agenda Proposed Library Board of Trustees Agenda Watertown Regional Library, 160 6th Street NE Watertown, South Dakota September 8, 2026, 4:15 PM Watertown Regional Library, 160 6th Street NE Watertown, South Dakota September 8, 2026, 4:15 PM Watertown Regional Library, 160 6th Street NE Watertown, South Dakota September 8, 2026, 4:15 PM Watertown Regional Library, 160 6th Street NE Watertown, South Dakota September 8, 2026, 4:15 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PUBLIC COMMENT 4. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (a) Approval of the minutes from the August meeting August 2026 Library Board of Trustee Minutes 2 (b) Financial reports for July 2026 July 2026 Financial Summary 3 - 4 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 6. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Approval of the general fund expenditures and fines fund expenditures for August 2026 Approval of the general fund expenditures and fines fund expenditures for August 2026 General fund and fines fund expenditures for August 2026 5 - 7 (b) Correspondence 7. REPORT OF LIBRARY DIRECTOR 8. COMMITTEE REPORTS (a) Report of the budget committee 9. OLD BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS (a) Approval of the 2027 out of county card prices 11. OPEN 12. EXECUTIVE SESSION …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026

Airport Board

Watertown Airport Board to discuss FY2027 budget

The Airport Board will meet to discuss the FY2027 budget and receive a project update from the manager. The meeting also includes a review of minutes from the August 4, 2026, meeting.

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City of Watertown Proposed Airport Board Agenda Watertown Regional Airport, 550 Airport Drive Watertown, South Dakota September 1, 2026, 4:00 PM Watertown Regional Airport, 550 Airport Drive Watertown, South Dakota September 1, 2026, 4:00 PM Watertown Regional Airport, 550 Airport Drive Watertown, South Dakota September 1, 2026, 4:00 PM Watertown Regional Airport, 550 Airport Drive Watertown, South Dakota September 1, 2026, 4:00 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (a) Approval of the minutes of the Airport Board Meeting held on August 4th, 2026. Approval of the minutes of the Airport Board Meeting held on August 4th, 2026. Airport Board - Aug 04 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 2 4. PUBLIC COMMENT 5. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Manager Brief  Project Update 6. OLD BUSINESS (a) FY2027 Budget Discussion 7. NEW BUSINESS 8. EXECUTIVE SESSION 9. MOTION TO ADJOURN Page 1 of 2 Watertown Airport Board Meeting Minutes Watertown Airport Board Meeting Minutes August 4, 2026 CALL TO ORDER The Airport Board met in regular session at 4:00 pm in the airport conference room. Board president presiding. CALL TO ORDER The Airport Board met in regular session at 4:00 pm in the airport conference room. Board president presiding. CALL TO ORDER The Airport Board met in regu …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board to discuss trail and zoo updates

The board will review status reports for the city's recreation facilities, including the golf course and wellness center. Members will also discuss the board's meeting schedule and receive updates on the zoo and recreational trails.

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City of Watertown Proposed Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board Agenda Proposed Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board Agenda Fieldhouse 1900 West Kemp Ave Watertown, South Dakota August 25, 2026, 12:00 PM Fieldhouse 1900 West Kemp Ave Watertown, South Dakota August 25, 2026, 12:00 PM Fieldhouse 1900 West Kemp Ave Watertown, South Dakota August 25, 2026, 12:00 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PUBLIC COMMENT 4. DELEGATIONS 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 6. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Approval of Minutes of Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board - Jul 28 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 3 - 5 7. OLD BUSINESS (a) Recreational Trail Update (b) Zoo Update 8. NEW BUSINESS (a) Park Board Meeting Schedule 9. SUPERINTENDENT AND STATUS REPORT (a) Director's Report (b) Status Reports: Recreation/WFAC Recreation Board Report 6 (c) Maintenance and Status Reports: Park and Forestry/City Park/Cemetery Cemetery Board Report City Park Board Report Parks Board Report Cemetery Board Report City Park Board Report Parks Board Report Cemetery Board Report City Park Board Report Parks Board Report 7 - 9 (d) Status Report: Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Board Report 10 (e) Status Report: Cattail Crossing Golf Course Golf B …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026

City Council Work Session

City Council to discuss unfunded infrastructure and priority projects

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss unfunded post-development infrastructure and the initial Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The body will also review priority projects for the City Council.

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City of Watertown Proposed City Council Work Session Agenda Main Conference Room - Downstairs City Hall Watertown, South Dakota August 25, 2026, 3:00 PM Main Conference Room - Downstairs City Hall Watertown, South Dakota August 25, 2026, 3:00 PM Main Conference Room - Downstairs City Hall Watertown, South Dakota August 25, 2026, 3:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Unfunded Post Development Infrastructure 1. Sidewalks 1. Sidewalks 1. Sidewalks 2. Water/Hydrants 2. Water/Hydrants 2. Water/Hydrants 3. Stormwater Maintenance 3. Stormwater Maintenance 3. Stormwater Maintenance (b) Initial CIP Plan (c) City Council Priority Projects 5. PUBLIC COMMENT 6. ADJOURNMENT Kristen Bobzien Chief Financial Officer Kristen Bobzien Chief Financial Officer The City of Watertown, South Dakota does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. ADA Compliance: The City of Watertown, South Dakota does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. ADA Compliance: The City of Watertown fully subscribes to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you desire to attend this public meeting a …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026

Library Board of Trustees

Watertown Library Board to consider Materials Selection Policy

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the approval of a Materials Selection Policy. The board will also review financial reports and expenditures for the general and fines funds.

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City of Watertown Proposed Library Board of Trustees Agenda Proposed Library Board of Trustees Agenda Watertown Regional Library, 160 6th Street NE Watertown, South Dakota August 11, 2026, 4:15 PM Watertown Regional Library, 160 6th Street NE Watertown, South Dakota August 11, 2026, 4:15 PM Watertown Regional Library, 160 6th Street NE Watertown, South Dakota August 11, 2026, 4:15 PM Watertown Regional Library, 160 6th Street NE Watertown, South Dakota August 11, 2026, 4:15 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PUBLIC COMMENT 4. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (a) Approval of the minutes from the July 2026 meeting July 2026 Library Board of Trustees Minutes 2 (b) Financial reports for June 2026 June 2026 Financial Report 3 - 4 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 6. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Approval of the general fund expenditures and fines fund expenditures for July 2026 Approval of the general fund expenditures and fines fund expenditures for July 2026 July 2026 General Fund and Fines Fund Expenditures 5 - 7 (b) Correspondence 7. REPORT OF LIBRARY DIRECTOR 8. COMMITTEE REPORTS 9. OLD BUSINESS (a) Approval of the Materials Selection Policy Materials Selection Policy Proposed Materials Selection Policy Materials Selection Policy Proposed Materials Selection Policy 8 - 14 10. …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026

Airport Board

Airport Board to review FY '27 budget overview

The Airport Board will meet to discuss the budget for fiscal year 2027. The meeting also includes a manager's update and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

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City of Watertown Proposed Airport Board Agenda Watertown Regional Airport, 550 Airport Drive Watertown, South Dakota August 4, 2026, 4:00 PM Watertown Regional Airport, 550 Airport Drive Watertown, South Dakota August 4, 2026, 4:00 PM Watertown Regional Airport, 550 Airport Drive Watertown, South Dakota August 4, 2026, 4:00 PM Watertown Regional Airport, 550 Airport Drive Watertown, South Dakota August 4, 2026, 4:00 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (a) Approval of the minutes of the Airport Board Meeting held on July 7th, 2026. Airport Board - Jul 07 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 2 4. PUBLIC COMMENT 5. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Manager Brief  Helm's Update (b) FY '27 Budget Overview 6. OLD BUSINESS 7. NEW BUSINESS 8. EXECUTIVE SESSION 9. MOTION TO ADJOURN Page 1 of 2 Watertown Airport Board Meeting Minutes Watertown Airport Board Meeting Minutes July 7, 2026 CALL TO ORDER The Airport Board met in regular session at 4:00 pm in the airport conference room. Board president presiding. CALL TO ORDER The Airport Board met in regular session at 4:00 pm in the airport conference room. Board president presiding. CALL TO ORDER The Airport Board met in regular session at 4:00 pm in the airport conference room. Board president presiding. APPROVAL OF …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board to review facility updates and status reports

The board will discuss updates regarding the Watertown Family Aquatic Center and Cattail Crossing Golf Course. The meeting includes status reports for the Bramble Park Zoo, Prairie Lakes Wellness Center, and city cemeteries.

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City of Watertown Proposed Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board Agenda Proposed Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board Agenda Fieldhouse 1900 West Kemp Ave Watertown, South Dakota July 28, 2026, 12:00 PM Fieldhouse 1900 West Kemp Ave Watertown, South Dakota July 28, 2026, 12:00 PM Fieldhouse 1900 West Kemp Ave Watertown, South Dakota July 28, 2026, 12:00 PM Page 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. PUBLIC COMMENT 4. DELEGATIONS 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 6. REGULAR AGENDA (a) Approval of Minutes of 7. OLD BUSINESS (a) 2026 Projects Update 8. NEW BUSINESS (a) Watertown Family Aquatic Center Update (b) Cattail Crossing Golf Course Update 9. SUPERINTENDENT AND STATUS REPORT (a) Director's Report (b) Status Reports: Recreation/Family Aquatic Center Recreation Board Report 3 - 6 (c) Maintenance and Status Reports: Park and Forestry/City Park/Cemetery Cemetery Board Report Parks Board Report City Park Board Report Cemetery Board Report Parks Board Report City Park Board Report Cemetery Board Report Parks Board Report City Park Board Report 7 - 9 (d) Status Report: Prairie Lakes Wellness Center PLWC Board Report 10 (e) Status Report: Cattail Crossing Golf Course Golf Course Board Report 11 (f) Maintenance and S …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$270,425BYER, MARILYN
Department of Energy · JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR WATERTOWN OPERATIONS, MARKETING/MAINTENANCE, A
$215,171NT SALES AND LEASING, INC.
Department of Defense · PARTS WASHERS FOR MATES (3), CSMS (2), AND ALL FMS (13).
$194,932BYER, MARILYN
Department of Energy · JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR WATERTOWN OPERATIONS, MARKETING, AND MAINTENAN
$148,879J & B LLC
Department of Defense · 8505780638!LIFE,PRESERVER,FAST
$116,312NT SALES AND LEASING, INC.
Department of Defense · QTY 5: CUDA MODEL 3648 PARTS WASHER WITH PREFERRED OPTIONS PACKAGES
$105,139BYER, MARILYN
Department of Energy · 2026 JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR WATERTOWN OPERATIONS, MARKETING, AND MAIN
$89,385REGENCY MIDWEST VENTURES LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Department of Defense · FY22 LODGING REQUIREMENT FOR THE HHB 147TH WATERTOWN SD.
$73,649DAKOTA PUMP & CONTROL, INC.
Department of Defense · REPAIR LIFT STATION
$69,832NT SALES AND LEASING, INC.
Department of Defense · CUDA 2840 FRONT LOAD PARTS WASH UNISON BUY #1182878_01
$68,439DAKOTA BODIES, LLC
Department of Agriculture · AAP 682787 - UTILITY TRUCK BEDS

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Codington County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Business establishments1,210 (15,001 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,002/mo (414 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy14.7% (low numeracy 24% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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133
Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.520
All kids
0.495

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