Elections in South Dakota local government
What South Dakota city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about elections — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
174 South Dakota meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in South Dakota with the most elections activity
- Watertown Area Public Schools, SD (45)
- Brookings, SD (21)
- Minnehaha County, SD (12)
- Brookings County, SD (11)
- Vermillion, SD (11)
- Pierre, SD (10)
- Lawrence County, SD (10)
- Lincoln County, SD (8)
- Sturgis, SD (7)
- Dell Rapids, SD (6)
- Brookings, SD (6)
- Spencer, SD (5)
Latest matching meetings
Historic Preservation Commission reviews finances, plans elections and inspections
The Pierre/Ft. Pierre Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review a financial planning document, and discuss old and new business items. This includes updates on the Talking Trails project, a visit from the Pierre City Commission, website changes, the West River History Conference, and…
Minnehaha County Board discusses election agreements and surplus equipment
The Board of Commissioners will review several joint election agreements with the cities of Baltic, Brandon, and Humboldt. The meeting also includes a discussion on declaring the ShoreTel phone system as surplus for disposal and reviewing August 2026 reports.
Brookings Disability Awareness Committee to discuss budget, NDEAM, and accessibility
The Brookings Disability Awareness Committee is meeting to discuss budget updates, officer reports, and accessibility issues, including voting in Brookings. They will also plan for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) in October, awards, and a social media campaign. The meeting includes public…
Historic Preservation Commission to review grants, projects, and elections
The Pierre/Ft. Pierre Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, reviewing a financial planning document, and discussing old and new business items. The agenda includes updates on grants, future projects, and website changes, as well as new items like Verendrye…
Commission to certify July 28 Primary Runoff Election results
The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners will meet to certify the results of the July 28, 2026, Primary Runoff Election. The board will also select precincts and contests for the post-election audit.
Commission to vote on solid waste facility permit and certify election results
The Brookings County Commission will meet on July 30, 2026, to conduct routine business including a vote on a resolution to approve a construction and operating permit for a solid waste facility. The commission will also review and certify the results of the July 28 gubernatorial run-off election.
Lincoln County considers new Gross Receipts Tax and 2027 provisional budget
The Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposed County Gross Receipts Tax and the 2027 Provisional Budget. The meeting includes public hearings on airport hangar leases and a temporary liquor license for Boondocks Bar. The board will also review a 2026 salary study and the Justice Center.
Planning Commission to elect Chair, Vice-Chair, and hear utility overview
The Vermillion Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting. They will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for the upcoming year, review committee appointments, and receive an informational presentation on city-provided water and electric utilities. No public hearings or old business are scheduled.
County considers transferring Highway 140 to City of Brandon
The Board will vote on several items, including a jurisdictional transfer of County Highway 140 to the City of Brandon, a $210,434 reduction to the Juvenile Justice Center construction contract, and a $45,000 ambulance service subsidy for Med-Star Paramedic Ambulance, Inc. They will also discuss post-election audit…
Lawrence County board to consider 2027 budget, election audit, and funding requests
The Lawrence County Commission and Board of Adjustment will meet to discuss a proposed agenda that includes approval of June draft minutes, review of a post-election audit report and results, and consideration of Secure Rural School Act funding. Also on the agenda: 2027 budget information, personnel for the Sheriff's…
Public hearing for retail wine & cider license at Bella Casa Wedding & Event Venue
The Brookings County Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving a retail on/off sale wine & cider license for Bella Casa Wedding & Event Venue. Other actions include rescinding the burn ban, changing a vote center location in Volga for the July 28 primary runoff election, and approving second quarter…
Library Board to vote on reinstating trustee, elect president
The Harrisburg Community Library Board will consider reinstating Stephanie Bouza to the board and elect a Board President. They will also review updates to the Circulation and Materials Policy and discuss Chapter 8 of the SDSL Public Library Trustee Handbook. The meeting includes routine reports and public comment.
2027 budget presentation, zoning amendment considered
The Lincoln County Commission will hear the auditor's 2027 budget presentation, consider moving two regular meetings to new dates, and vote on a motion to remand a zoning ordinance text amendment concerning building eligibility transfers back to the Planning Commission. Routine approvals include payroll ($506,708.70)…
Street vacation and infrastructure projects discussed by City Commission
The commission will consider a petition to vacate portions of Attica and Evans Street. Other business includes Broadway drop inlet replacements and the official canvass of the June 2 election.
City Council to certify June 2, 2026 municipal election results
The Sturgis City Council will publicly review vote discrepancies from the June 2 municipal election, confirm they do not affect any race, and vote to certify the official results. The meeting also includes the oath of office for Mayor Rodney J. Bradley and Ward 1 Councilmember Terry Keszler, and elections for Council…
Commissioners to certify June 2, 2026, Primary Election results
The Board of Commissioners will meet to certify the results of the June 2, 2026, Primary Election canvass. The body will also select precincts and contests for the post-election audit.
City Council to certify June 2, 2026 municipal election results
The City Council will meet to officially canvass and certify the results of the June 2 municipal election. This process includes tabulating votes for the Mayor, Southeast Ward Council seat, and a Home Rule Charter Amendment.
Council to set hearing on ordinance revising wireless facility setback rules
The Sturgis City Council will consider a request to schedule a public hearing for Ordinance No. 2026-06, which would amend Chapter 153.052 to change the 750‑foot separation requirement for wireless telecommunications facilities to apply from the boundary of residential districts. The council will also approve claims…
Commission to canvass June 2 primary election results
The Board will canvass the June 2, 2026 Primary Election results and conduct a post-election audit drawing. They will also consider authorizing a request for proposals for indigent defense services. Routine business includes approval of the agenda and consent items, as well as reports and executive sessions on…
Commission to discuss sales tax work session and approve street design contract
The Brookings County Commission will consider a contract for street improvements and the sale of surplus handguns. The body will also discuss scheduling a work session for SB 96 regarding a county sales tax to offset property taxes.
Council to canvass June 2 municipal election results
This special meeting is largely procedural. The council will canvass the results of the June 2 municipal election, officially certifying the outcome. No other business is scheduled.
Commissioners gather for primary election night, no official business
This is a notice of quorum for an election night gathering. No official business will be discussed and no action will be taken. The meeting is purely procedural.
First reading of ordinance to rezone 12 E. Cherry Street from residential to general business
The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on a rezoning ordinance, consider amending the noise ordinance, adopt the five-year capital improvement plan, and authorize a contract for landfill cell construction. They will also set a date to canvass the June 2 election results and gather feedback on…
Council to discuss zoning changes for mixed-use development
The City Council will consider feedback on potential zoning amendments to allow mixed-use developments, including convenience stores with residential uses, in General Business districts. They will also select a date to canvass the June 2 election results and tour the Missouri Valley Recycling Center. This special…
Library Board to discuss revised FY2026 and proposed FY2027 budget
The Library Board will review the FY2026 revised and FY2027 proposed budget request. They will also hold the annual meeting for appointments and election of officers. New business includes updates on the Summer Reading Program and a proposal for ALA Conference fees.
City Council to consider first reading of code amendments affecting building, zoning and floodplain rules
The Sturgis City Council will vote on a first reading of amendments to city code chapters covering certificates of occupancy, manufactured single‑family homes, permitted uses and floodplain requirements. The council will also set public hearing dates for two in‑home business applications—a cottage bakery at 2304…
Council approves landfill bond, bids for cell closure and new cell
The Vermillion City Council approved a revenue bond and contract for partial closure of landfill cells 3-5 and construction of cell #7. They also approved street closures for summer and fall events, renewed a malt beverage license, and passed an ordinance updating building number visibility requirements.
Commissioners attend candidate forum; no official action taken
The Lawrence County Commission will attend a Republican candidate forum but will not take official action during the event.
City Council to elect officers and hold second readings on two ordinances
The City Council will conduct a reorganization meeting including the election of a President and Vice President. The council is scheduled to hold second readings for ordinances regarding concealed weapons and downtown parking restrictions.
Board reorganizes leadership and recognizes outgoing member at April meeting
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on April 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room at the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge Street. The board will reorganize leadership by electing a president, vice president, clerk, and treasurer, and appoint a deputy…
Committee plans digital access event and voting access
The Brookings Disability Awareness Committee will discuss budget updates, including BATA raises, and plan a digital access awareness event on May 19. They will also address voting accessibility issues in Brookings and discuss social media campaigns and giveaways like refrigerator magnets.
Commissioners to hear appeal for Red Rock Township telecommunications tower
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a denied conditional use permit for a telecommunications tower. The body will also review a Campus Master Plan and consider several highway equipment purchases and election agreements.
Quorum notice for Republican County Commission candidate forum
The commission issued a quorum notice for a Republican County Commission candidate forum scheduled for April 18, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Highmark Plains Heritage Center, 825 Heritage Drive, Spearfish. No official action will be taken by the County Commission at this meeting.
Watertown Planning Committee to discuss District of the Future timeline
The Planning Committee will meet virtually to review and discuss several administrative and strategic items. No official action will be taken during this meeting, as decisions are reserved for regular Board meetings.
County Commission holds Republican candidate meet‑and‑greet, no official action
The Lawrence County Commission is providing notice that a quorum may be present at a Republican County Commission candidate meet‑and‑greet on April 14, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Jacobs Brewhouse, 79 Sherman Street, Deadwood. The event is for candidates to meet voters and is not an agenda item for official…
Board of Canvassers to review April 7 election and referendum results
The Board of Canvassers Committee will meet to conduct the canvassing of the April 7, 2026, Spring Election. This process involves reviewing the results for the WUSD Board of Education candidate and the operational referendum.
Republican County Commission candidate meet‑and‑greet on April 9
The Lawrence County Commission issued a quorum notice for a Republican candidate meet‑and‑greet on April 9, 2026, at St. Onge Bar (201 Hwy 34, St. Onge). The event is scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (MST). No official action will be taken by the County Commission at this meeting.
Council will decide to set a special election for Ward 1 council seat on June 2, 2026
The Sturgis City Council will consider a proposal to hold a special election to fill the Ward 1 council vacancy left by the resignation of Council Member Nick Jones. The staff report recommends scheduling the election for Tuesday, June 2, 2026 and directing the Finance Officer to begin required notices and petition…
Council to set special mayoral election for June 2, 2026
The Sturgis City Council will consider setting a special election to fill the mayoral vacancy on June 2, 2026. It will also discuss appointing a mayor by council vote as required by state law. The agenda includes reviewing the statutory procedures for the vacancy and allowing public comments on non‑agenda matters.
Council to vote on police station replacement contract
The Brookings City Council will consider several actions, including appointing members to the Disability Awareness Committee and the Human Rights Commission. It will vote on Resolution 26-022 to authorize the City Manager to retain a Construction Manager at Risk for the replacement of the Brookings Police Station, and…