Lincoln County, SD

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Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

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Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Planning Commission

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Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

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Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Planning Commission

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Board of Commission

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Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Planning Commission

Board of Commission

Board of Commission

Board of Commission

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Board of Commission

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Board of Commission

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Board of Commission

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Board of Commission

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Board of Commission

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Board of Commission

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Board of Commission

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Board of Commission

Board of Commission

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General

The Lincoln County Public Defender Advisory Committee is holding its initial organizational meeting to elect leadership, review its legal authority under SDCL Chapter 7-16A, and begin shaping the new public defender office. The committee will discuss the proposed budget, staffing, and recruitment process for the public defender position, with recommendations to go to the County Commission.

• Election of chair and vice chair
• Review of SDCL Chapter 7-16A statutory authority
• Discussion of proposed public defender office budget and staffing
• Development of public defender job qualifications and compensation
• Possible executive session on prospective public officer qualifications

General

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a resolution adopting the joint jurisdictional Lincoln County/City of Sioux Falls 2050 Comprehensive Plan. The board will also vote to approve the meeting agenda. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing on resolution adopting the joint Lincoln County/City of Sioux Falls 2050 Comprehensive Plan

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance imposing a county gross receipts and use tax. The board will also approve a consent agenda including $1.7 million in claims and a payroll of $535,893.55. Additionally, the board will consider amending zoning regulations for building eligibility transfers and non-accessory solar energy systems.

• Ordinance imposing a county gross receipts tax and use tax (Second Reading & Public Hearing)
• Approval of Lincoln County Claims totaling $1,726,231.44
• Approval of payroll in the amount of $535,893.55
• Zoning ordinance amendments for building eligibility transfers in A-1 Agricultural and RC Recreation/Conservation districts
• Motion to remand non-accessory solar energy system ordinance to the County Planning Commission

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission is meeting to consider four public hearing items, including a zone change and three conditional use permits, and to discuss possible amendments to county ordinances regarding concentrated animal feeding operations. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public input.

• Public hearing on zone change (RZNE-0030-2026) for property in Section 26, T100N R50W, from A-1 Agricultural and RR Rural Residential to RR Rural Residential
• Public hearing on conditional use permit (USE-0034-2026) to transfer building eligibility from Tract 2 of Larson's Addition to Tract 6C of Timm's Addition
• Public hearing on conditional use permit (USE-0036-2026) to exceed 1,500 sq ft accessory building area (requesting 4,000 sq ft) on Tract 11 of Merkle Addition
• Public hearing on conditional use permit (USE-0037-2026) to place a manufactured home at 28887 476th Avenue
• Discussion of possible amendments to Lincoln County Code sections 154.057(6), 154.058(V), and 154.250(F) regarding concentrated animal feeding operations

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Commission will hold first readings on two ordinances: one amending zoning rules for building eligibility transfers in agricultural and recreation/conservation districts, and another imposing a county gross receipts and use tax. The board will also consider resolutions on agricultural land classification, liquor license fees, a speed limit reduction on CR105, and appointments to the Public Defender Advisory Board. Several consent agenda items include approving claims of $2,734,402.09 and a fireworks permit.

• First reading: ordinance amending Chapter 154 zoning for building eligibility transfers (A-1 and RC districts)
• First reading: ordinance imposing county gross receipts tax and use tax
• Approve claims totaling $2,734,402.09
• Resolution to set minimum acre requirements for agricultural land classification
• Resolution to establish number and fees for off-sale and on-sale liquor licenses

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution setting the number of on-sale and off-sale liquor licenses and their fees for the next year, as required by state law. The board also approved a large batch of claims totaling $2,734,402.09, several personnel hires and step increases, and a speed limit reduction on a segment of CR105. Two ordinances were introduced for first reading, and the board rejected prior bids and readvertised a property auction.

• Approved $2,734,402.09 in county claims (4-0)
• Approved resolution setting 9 off-sale and 9 on-sale liquor licenses with fees (4-0)
• Approved hire of Jackson Marnette as Deputy State's Attorney (4-0)
• Approved hire of Stanton Roach as Deputy Sheriff (4-0)
• Reduced speed limit on segment of CR105 (466th Ave) in Lennox (4-0)
• Rejected prior bids and readvertised auction for parcel 100.49.36.3000 (4-0)
• Approved fireworks permit for KBOOM Pyro on Sept 19, 2026 (4-0)
• Appointed Rex Keller and Commissioners Arends and Otten to Public Defender Advisory Board (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will meet on August 4, 2026, to conduct routine business including approving payroll, reports, and a consent agenda. Key decisions include advancing a zoning ordinance amendment and scheduling a public hearing for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan with Sioux Falls.

• Approve payroll: $508,257.53
• First reading of zoning ordinance amendments for 154.058(Z) and 154.178(P) on August 11, 2026
• Public hearing for 2050 Comprehensive Plan with Sioux Falls City Council on August 25, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
• Engage South Dakota Department of Legislative Audit for 2025 audit ($55,056.74 expense report noted)
• IMEG presentation on final report for 271st and Western Ave intersection study

The Board approved a payroll of $508,257.53 and several employee step increases. It scheduled a public hearing for the Joint Jurisdictional 2050 Comprehensive Plan and set dates for a zoning ordinance amendment. The Board also authorized a fiscal compliance audit for 2025.

• Approved payroll of $508,257.53
• Approved step increases for six employees in the Sheriff's, Register of Deeds, Communications, State's Attorney, and Equalization offices
• Scheduled first reading of zoning ordinance amendment for August 11 and second reading/public hearing for August 25
• Scheduled public hearing for Joint Jurisdictional Lincoln County/City of Sioux Falls 2050 Comprehensive Plan for August 25
• Authorized engagement letter for South Dakota Department of Legislative Audit for 2025 fiscal year
• Approved meeting minutes from July 30, 2026

Board of Commission

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.

• Proposed Ordinance to impose a County Gross Receipts Tax
• Approval of Lincoln County Claims in the amount of $3,437,341.84
• Payroll approval for $515,969.52
• Public hearing for temporary on-sale liquor license for Boondocks Bar at 47189 US Hwy 18
• Proposed budget supplements including $136,319.00 for Poor Relief

The Board approved a series of market-based salary adjustments for non-bargaining employees and law enforcement. They also approved the 2027 provisional budget for publication and scheduled a public hearing for a proposed County Gross Receipts Tax.

• Approved $3,437,341.84 in county claims (5-0)
• Approved implementation of County Salary Study recommendations, including a 3% market adjustment for non-bargaining employees (3-2)
• Approved 2027 Provisional Budget for publication with public hearing set for 09.01.2026 (5-0)
• Scheduled first and second readings for a County Gross Receipts Tax ordinance (4-1)
• Approved temporary on-sale liquor license for Boondocks Bar for September 12, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved termination and new lease agreements for airport hangar sites K-1, K-2, and R-6 (5-0)
• Approved abstract of results for the governor's runoff election (5-0)
• Approved five tax abatements for parcels in Sioux Falls and Delapre Township (5-0)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will approve the June 15, 2026 meeting minutes and adopt the agenda. Commissioners will hold a public hearing on an ordinance that would amend County Zoning Chapter 154, Sections 154.058(Z) and 154.178(P). Additional items include a request to amend the code for non-accessory solar energy systems and a discussion of possible changes related to concentrated animal feeding operations. The meeting will also include a planning commission briefing.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Zoning Chapter 154: Sections 154.058(Z) and 154.178(P)
• Request to amend Code Sections 154.021, 154.058(FF), 154.178(U), 154.118(X), 154.158(O), 154.379(A), and 154.254 for non-accessory solar energy system
• Review possible amendments to Sections 154.057(6), 154.058(V), and 154.250(F) concerning concentrated animal feeding operations
• Approval of minutes from the Planning Commission meeting of June 15, 2026
• Planning Commission briefing

The Lincoln County Planning Commission recommended adoption of option #2 for a zoning ordinance amendment (Sections 154.058(Z) and 154.178(P)) to the Board of County Commissioners, with a 3-2 vote and one abstention. The commission also recommended a remand of proposed solar energy system amendments and discussed but did not vote on potential CAFO amendments, continuing public input to the next meeting.

• Recommended adoption of zoning amendment option #2 (3-2, 1 abstention)
• Recommended remand of proposed solar energy system amendments (5-0)
• Approved June 15, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, all in favor)

Board of Commission

The Board will discuss and possibly initiate the process of adopting a Gross Receipts Tax and Use Tax ordinance. Other agenda items include a compensation and benefits study presentation, appointment to fill a commissioner vacancy, and approval of over $3.8 million in claims and a $2 million highway fund transfer.

• Discussion and possible action to begin adopting a Gross Receipts Tax and Use Tax ordinance
• Approval of a $2,000,000 budgeted cash transfer from General Fund to Highway Fund
• Approval of claims totaling $3,830,797.23
• Board discussion on appointment for commissioner vacancy
• Presentation on Compensation and Benefits Study by McGrath Human Resources Group

The board approved routine consent items including $3,830,797.23 in claims, a $2M highway fund transfer, and right-of-way easements. It also approved $126,989 in Justice Center equipment (excluding refrigerators) and a $14,316 fence installation. A step increase for a highway employee was approved.

• Approved $3,830,797.23 in claims (5-0)
• Approved $2,000,000 General Fund to Highway Fund transfer (5-0)
• Approved $126,989 Justice Center equipment purchase, excluding refrigerators (4-1)
• Approved $14,316 fence installation at south storage facility (5-0)
• Approved step increase for Michael Molstad to $27.33/hr (5-0)
• Approved right-of-way easement agreements with Leif Grane, Suzanne Anderson/Eric Grane, CBC Land LLC (5-0 each)
• Appointed Herman Otten to boards/committees previously assigned to Betty Otten (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will discuss and appoint a commissioner to fill the District 2 vacancy, and hold a budget work session. The consent agenda includes approval of payroll ($539,143.82), a service agreement with FirstDigital for phone services, a replacement warrant, and personnel actions. The board will also enter executive sessions for personnel, legal, and contract matters.

• Appointment of commissioner to fill District 2 vacancy
• Budget work session
• Payroll approval of $539,143.82
• Service agreement with FirstDigital for phone services
• Replacement warrant of $5,579.71 for lost warrant 35331

The Board of Commissioners elected Herman Otten to serve as the District 2 Commissioner for the remainder of the term ending December 31, 2028. The Board also approved several personnel actions and a new phone service agreement.

• Elected Herman Otten as District 2 County Commissioner (3-2)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved June 30, 2026, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Authorized new FirstDigital phone service agreement (4-0)
• Approved $5,579.71 replacement warrant for Siouxland Federal Credit Union (4-0)
• Approved step increase for Bethany Bawdon (4-0)
• Approved step increase for Carrie Draeger (4-0)
• Approved hire of Jackson Marnette as Deputy State’s Attorney (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board will vote on a consent agenda including $4,902,080.21 in claims, a fireworks permit, a medical cannabis compliance certification for Dakota Herb, and a change order for the 2026 micro surfacing project. Regular business includes discussions on the Lincoln County Justice Center, a contract with Axon Inc., post-election audit results, interviews for a vacant commissioner seat, and a work session on the proposed budget.

• Approve $4,902,080.21 in claims
• Approve and authorize Form E for Dakota Herb cannabis at 47063 Charlotte Ct., Unit 1, Sioux Falls
• Set public hearing for airport lease exceeding 120 days and $500 at Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport
• Approve change order of $12,460.18 for the 2026 micro surfacing project
• Discuss Justice Center and contract with Axon Inc.

The Board of Commissioners approved the meeting agenda and previous meeting minutes from June 2026. The board also approved a consent agenda containing various county claims totaling $4,902,080.21.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved June 9 and June 22, 2026, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Lincoln County claims totaling $4,902,080.21 (4-0)

General

The board will acknowledge the resignation of Commissioner Betty Otten and consider procedures to fill the District 2 vacancy. Consent items include renewing a Midco internet and TV service agreement and paying two indigent medical claims totaling $136,316.80.

• Resignation of Commissioner Betty Otten (District 2) and appointment procedures under SDCL 3-4-4
• Renew Midco internet and TV service agreement
• Pay indigent medical claim of $9,565.80 (S.E.D.)
• Pay indigent medical claim of $126,751.00 (M.L.S.)
• Executive sessions for personnel, legal, and contract negotiations

The Board established a process for filling the District #2 Commissioner vacancy following Commissioner Otten's resignation. The new timeline requires letters of interest by June 29, 2026, with interviews to follow in late June or early July.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (4-0)
• Authorized Midco internet and TV service agreement renewal (4-0)
• Authorized indigent medical claim payments of $9,565.80 and $126,751.00 (4-0)
• Established June 29 deadline for Commissioner letters of interest (4-0)
• Approved interview procedure involving Board questions vetted by Human Resources (4-0)

Weed & Pest Board

The Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous session. Members accepted the budget report, which noted the purchase of a larger trailer for the Rangers. The board also voted to retain the current officers for the next term.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Approval of the previous meeting minutes
• Acceptance of the budget report
• Purchase of a larger trailer for the Rangers (noted in budget report)
• Retention of current officers

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for fireworks sales on a specific property. The commission will also discuss proposed amendments to the county code regarding non-accessory solar energy systems, concentrated animal feeding operations, and single-family dwelling eligibility. Other agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and a staff briefing.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit application USE-0021-2026 by Shanshan Wang for fireworks sales on Lots 1, 2, and 3 (except Lots H-1, H-2, H-3) in Albers Tract 1, Lincoln County.
• Request to amend Lincoln County Code Sections 154.021, 154.058(FF), 154.178(U), and 154.254 concerning non-accessory solar energy systems.
• Review and discussion of possible amendments to Sections 154.057(6), 154.058(V), and 154.250(F) regarding concentrated animal feeding operations.
• Presentation and discussion of Sections 154.056(B) and 154.176(E) on single-family dwelling and building eligibility.

The Lincoln County Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for Shanshan Wang to operate fireworks sales on specified lots in Albers Tract 1, with conditions including a 9-day sales limit and lighting restrictions. The commission also discussed potential zoning amendments for solar energy systems, concentrated animal feeding operations, and single-family dwelling eligibility, but took no action, deferring further public input to the July 20, 2026 meeting.

• Approved conditional use permit for fireworks sales (USE-0021-2026) with conditions (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 18, 2026 meeting (voice vote, all in favor)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, all in favor)
• Discussed solar energy system ordinance amendments, no action taken
• Discussed concentrated animal feeding operation ordinance amendments, no action taken
• Discussed single-family dwelling eligibility ordinance, no action taken

Board of Commission

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), claims ($2,131,440.54), out-of-state travel for a 4-H employee, and a grant support application for the Youth Diversion Coordinator position. The board will also approve revised signage designs and a quote for the Lincoln County Justice Center.

• 2027 budget presentation by Auditor Sheri Lund
• Motion to move June 23 meeting to June 30
• Motion to move July 28 meeting to July 30 and schedule governor's runoff election canvass
• Approve revised designs and quote for Lincoln County Justice Center signage
• Motion to remand ordinance amending zoning text for building eligibility transfers to Planning Commission

The Board approved revised designs and a $67,800 quote for signage at the Lincoln County Justice Center. Additionally, an ordinance regarding building eligibility transfers was remanded to the Planning Commission. The Board also rescheduled upcoming regular meetings.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved June 4, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved county claims of $2,131,440.54 (4-0)
• Approved step increase for Moreen Stambaugh (4-0)
• Approved hire of Parker Schultz as Summer Highway Worker (4-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for 4-H Department (4-0)
• Authorized grant support application for Youth Diversion Coordinator (4-0)

Board of Commission

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 personnel and legal matters.

• County canvass of the 06.02.2026 Primary Election with action to follow
• Post Election Audit Drawing
• Consider motion to advertise for Request for Proposals for Indigent Defense Services
• Approve Consent Agenda including County Commission Minutes from 05.26.2026 and 2026.06.04 Memorandum of Personnel Actions
• Executive sessions on personnel qualifications, legal counsel, and contract negotiations

The Board of Commissioners approved the June 2, 2026, primary election results. They also authorized an advertisement for requests for proposals regarding indigent defense services.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (4-0)
• Approved May 26, 2026, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved step increase for Nancy Becker at $23.80/hr (4-0)
• Approved step increase for David Dixon at $3611.11/biweekly (4-0)
• Approved step increase for Brendan Feldhaus at $33.48/hr (4-0)
• Approved step increase for Nicholas Lord at $25.71/hr (4-0)
• Approved promotion of Courtney Smith to Human Resources Technician at $29.30/hr (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a $3.9 million supplement to the 2026 Highway Fund Road Construction account and on termination and new lease agreements for hangar sites at the Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport. They will also consider a change order for the roundabout project on CR116 & CR105, a drainage petition for Blue Spruce Addition, and approve consent items including payroll and claims.

• Public hearing on termination of hangar leases and new leases at Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport
• Public hearing on $3,926,524 supplement to 2026 Highway Fund Road Construction account
• Consider change order for roundabout project on CR116 & CR105 for $26,489.47
• Consider drainage project petition for Blue Spruce Addition
• Consent agenda includes payroll $505,050.96, claims $3,236,434.52, microsurfacing contract with Astech Corp, and tax abatements

The Lincoln County Board approved its Consent Agenda and a $3,236,434.52 claim payment. It also approved a $2,526.62 tax abatement for a Sioux Falls parcel, declared several sheriff assets surplus, and authorized a fireworks display permit. Additionally, the board approved step‑increase salary changes for nine county employees and confirmed payroll allocations of $505,050.96.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved County Claims totaling $3,236,434.52 (unanimous)
• Approved tax abatement of $2,526.62 for Sioux Falls parcel (unanimous)
• Declared surplus and removed Sheriff’s Asset #7219 (Trijicon Red Dot Sight) (unanimous)
• Declared surplus and removed Sheriff’s Asset #2444 (Omni Plus Handheld Wand) (unanimous)
• Declared surplus and authorized auction of Sheriff’s Asset #5791 (2016 Ford Transit Van) (unanimous)
• Approved fireworks public display permit for Epic Sky Displays on June 6, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved step‑increase salary changes for nine county employees (unanimous)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The joint planning commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit application by Janice Liebsch to exceed the 1,200-square-foot limit on accessory buildings. The applicant requests an additional 760 square feet for a total of 4,792 square feet at 27037 Revilo Place. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit USE-0015-2026 to allow 4,792 sq ft of accessory buildings at 27037 Revilo Place (Lot 9, Block 1, Revilo Country Estates)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit application by The Towers, LLC to build a telecommunications tower on a parcel in Section 14, Township 97 North, Range 49 West. A second public hearing will consider a conditional use permit for fireworks sales by Andy Jorgensen on a parcel in Section 28, Township 99 North, Range 51 West. The commission will also discuss three code amendment requests covering building eligibility transfers, non‑accessory solar energy systems, and concentrated animal feeding operations.

• USE-0016-2026: Conditional Use Permit for a telecommunications tower (The Towers, LLC)
• USE-0017-2026: Conditional Use Permit for fireworks sales (Andy Jorgensen)
• Amend Lincoln County Code §§154.058(Z) and 154.178(P) – building eligibility transfer
• Amend Lincoln County Code §§154.058(FF) and 154.254 – non‑accessory solar energy system
• Discuss possible amendments to code for concentrated animal feeding operations

The Lincoln County Planning Commission approved two conditional use permits: one for a telecommunications tower by The Towers, LLC, and one for fireworks sales by Andy Jorgensen. Both approvals included specific conditions. The commission also recommended the Board of Commissioners review two options for amending building eligibility transfer rules, and continued discussions on solar energy and CAFO ordinance amendments to the next meeting.

• Approved conditional use permit for telecommunications tower (The Towers, LLC) with 5 conditions (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for fireworks sales (Andy Jorgensen) with 7 conditions plus a 1-year review (5-0)
• Recommended Board of Commissioners review two options for amending building eligibility transfer sections 154.058(Z) and 154.178(P) (5-0)
• Continued discussion on non-accessory solar energy system amendments to June 15, 2026 meeting
• Continued discussion on CAFO ordinance amendments to June 15, 2026 meeting

Board of Commission

The Board will vote on a consent agenda including claims totaling $3,386,788.26, payroll of $513,888.95, and approval of out-of-state travel for IT staff to a Cisco conference. Regular business includes an update on the Old Courthouse roof structure. The meeting will also enter executive sessions to discuss personnel, legal matters, and contract negotiations.

• Approve Lincoln County Claims: $3,386,788.26
• Approve Payroll: $513,888.95
• Approve Out-of-State travel for IT to Cisco Webexone conference in Austin, TX (Oct 5-8, 2026)
• Approve Fireworks Public Display Permit from Mark J Foster
• Old Courthouse roof structure update (John Rombough)

The board approved the consent agenda items, including travel for IT staff, surplus inventory trade‑in, and a fireworks permit. They authorized $3,386,788.26 in county claims payments. They also approved three new hires and two step increases in the Sheriff’s Office. The meeting entered and exited executive session and was adjourned until May 26.

• Approved $3,386,788.26 county claims payments (unanimous)
• Approved IT staff travel to Cisco conference in Austin, TX (unanimous)
• Approved surplus inventory trade‑in and removal (unanimous)
• Approved fireworks public display permit for Mark J Foster (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Alyssa Stahl, Summer Intern, Sheriff’s Office (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Kristoff DeKramer, Chief Deputy, Sheriff’s Office (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Alex Smith, Summer Highway Worker (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Deputy Sheriff Vance Branton (unanimous)

General

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization will consider reports on property tax relief programs and the 2026 owner‑occupied removal list. The board will vote to approve the meeting agenda, the minutes from April 21, 2026, and a correction of clerical errors in the assessment roll under SDCL 10‑11‑26(1). The meeting includes two public comment slots, one for Dustin and Sarah Michel (parcel 100.49.33.E600) and one for 9 Mile SD LLC (parcel 260.50.31.005).

• Review reports for property tax relief programs and the 2026 owner‑occupied removal list
• Approve County Board of Equalization minutes from 04/21/2026
• Approve correction of clerical errors in the assessment roll per SDCL 10‑11‑26(1)
• Public comment: Dustin & Sarah Michel – parcel 100.49.33.E600
• Public comment: 9 Mile SD LLC – parcel 260.50.31.005

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization convened, approved its agenda and consent items, and corrected clerical errors on the assessment roll. It set the net assessment value for a Springdale Township parcel at $1,121,600 and for a Sioux Falls parcel at $1,566,300. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Convened as County Board of Equalization (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved correction of clerical errors to assessment roll (unanimous)
• Set valuation for parcel 100.49.33.E600 at $1,121,600 (unanimous)
• Set valuation for parcel 260.50.31.005 at $1,566,300 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:52 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will consider approving the purchase of five Automatic External Defibrillators for $7,625 and will approve routine consent agenda items including license renewals and the disposal of surplus sheriff's assets.

• Approve 2026-2027 renewal of Malt Beverage & SD Farm Wine Licenses
• Approve purchase of 5 AEDs from Avera Heart Hospital for $7,625
• Approve Sheriff's Office and IT furniture, fixture, and equipment purchases
• Approve 2026.05.05 Memorandum of Personnel Actions
• Declare surplus Glock 45 pistol and Medtronic LikePac AED for disposal

The commission moved two items from the consent agenda to regular business and approved the full consent agenda, including renewal of several alcohol beverage licenses. It approved the purchase of five Automatic External Defibrillators from Avera Hospital for $7,625 and approved Justice Center IT and security equipment purchases, excluding one metal detector. The board also declared a Glock 45 pistol and a Medtronic LifePac AED as surplus, approved step‑increase raises for two employees, and adjourned the meeting.

• Moved Items 4 & 5 to Regular Business (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved full Consent Agenda, including license renewals (unanimous 4-0)
• Declared Glock 45 pistol surplus and approved disposal (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved purchase of 5 AEDs for $7,625 (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved Justice Center IT and security equipment (excluding PD‑6500i detector) (unanimous 4-0)
• Declared Medtronic LifePac AED surplus and approved trade‑in (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved step increase for Shaun Steffen, Highway Dept., $40.86/hr (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved step increase for Brandon Otte, Buildings & Grounds, $25.02/hr (unanimous 4-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance to rezone approximately 1.01 acres from C Commercial to A-1 Agricultural. The board will also consider a consent agenda that includes a $888,980.17 micro surfacing bid award, a $1,907,074.79 claims approval, and the setting of public hearings for a $3.9 million budget supplement and an airport lease. Additionally, a resolution for the Safe Streets for All action plan is on the agenda.

• Second reading and public hearing to rezone 1.01 acres from C Commercial to A-1 Agricultural (Planning Commission recommends 5-0-1)
• Award of 2026 micro surfacing bid to ASTECH for $888,980.17
• Public hearing set for May 26 on a $3,926,524.00 budget supplement to the Highway Fund road construction account
• Approval to declare six highway items surplus and authorize online auction
• Presentation and board action on a resolution for the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Comprehensive Safety Action Plan

The Board scheduled a public hearing for May 26, 2026 to consider several budget supplements adding $3,926,524 each to highway fund accounts and $600,000 for a grant. All motions were approved unanimously. Additional actions included approving a micro‑surfacing contract, hiring staff, and adjusting employee pay.

• Set public hearing for May 26, 2026 on highway budget supplements (unanimous)
• Approved micro‑surfacing contract to ASTECH for $888,980.17 (unanimous)
• Approved hire of 4‑H Summer Assistant, Corissa Tuschen, $17/hr (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Deputy Sheriff, Allison Oldenkamp, $31.86/hr (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Appraiser April Farmer to $34.15/hr (unanimous)
• Approved matrix adjustment for Chief Deputy Chad Brown to $5,712.01 bi‑weekly (unanimous)
• Approved matrix adjustment for Captain Benjamin Lord to $4,822.07 bi‑weekly (unanimous)
• Approved correction to Equipment Operator Connor Jackson’s effective date (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will consider three consent agenda items, including approving the April 14, 2026 minutes. It will vote to correct the exemption status for parcels 281.19.00.001 and 282.05.01.001A, changing the exemption from 1 % to 99 % for the 2026 assessment year. The board will also approve a delayed disabled‑veteran application (2026‑23) that qualifies for the 2026 assessment year. After those approvals, the meeting will provide a public‑comment period for owners of listed parcels.

• Approve correction of exemption status for parcels 281.19.00.001 and 282.05.01.001A from 1% to 99% for assessment year 2026
• Approve disabled veteran application 2026-23 (effective 2/13/2025, received 4/15/2026) for the 2026 assessment year
• Approve minutes from the April 14, 2026 Board of Equalization meeting
• Public comment scheduled for property owners, e.g., STRATMEYER, ERNEST W & JOANN – parcel 097.50.03.A100

The Board of Equalization approved the meeting agenda, consent agenda, a correction to exempt status for two parcels, and a disabled veteran application. It considered several objections to real‑property assessments, rejecting one $0 valuation request and approving the others with specified dollar values. All motions were recorded with vote outcomes.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved exemption correction for parcels 281.19.00.001 and 282.05.01.001A (unanimous)
• Approved disabled veteran application 2026-23 (unanimous)
• Motion to set NA‑CS and NA‑C1‑S at $0.00 for parcel 097.50.03.A100 failed (2‑2 vote)
• Motion to set NA‑CS at $20,000.00 for parcel 097.50.03.A100 carried (3‑0 vote)
• Motion to set valuations for parcel 099.50.03.2010 at $430,900 carried (3‑1 vote)
• Motion to set valuations for parcel 099.50.03.C100 at $464,700 carried (3‑1 vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a renewable natural gas facility. The body will also discuss amendments to the county code of ordinances and revised commission bylaws.

• Public hearing for NorthWestern Energy Conditional Use Permit for a Public Utility Facility (Renewable Natural Gas) in Section 19, Township 96 North, Range 48 West
• Proposed amendment to Code of Ordinances Sections 154.058(Z) and 154.178(P) regarding building eligibility transfer
• Proposed amendment to Code of Ordinances Sections 154.058(FF) and 154.254 regarding non-accessory solar energy systems
• Discussion of possible code amendments for data centers
• Review of revised Lincoln County Planning Commission Bylaws

The Planning Commission voted to approve Northwestern Energy's application for a renewable natural gas public utility facility, adding six specific conditions. The commission also approved revised planning commission bylaws. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Northwestern Energy conditional use permit with six conditions (yeas: Jongeling, Moser, Sweeter, Derousseau; abstain: Otten, Scott)
• Approved revised Planning Commission bylaws (yeas: Jongeling, Moser, Sweeter, Derousseau, Scott, Otten; nays: none)
• Tabled discussion of zoning ordinance amendments for building eligibility, solar energy systems, and data centers for future meeting

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a proposal for the Justice Center Veterans' Memorial and professional services for the Lincoln County Airport. The board is also considering a zoning change for a property on West Avenue.

• Proposed $302,117.81 contract with Helm & Associates for South 20 acres at Lincoln County Airport
• Proposed Justice Center Veterans' Memorial project with estimated cost up to $285,000
• First reading of ordinance to change 1.01 acres at 28199 West Avenue from Commercial to Agricultural
• Approval of County Claims totaling $2,258,340.93 and payroll of $498,694.78
• Gravel bids for Duininck (6.75/ton) and Rechnagel Construction (4.25/ton)

The commission approved the County Claims totaling $2,258,340.93. It also authorized the removal and auction of surplus emergency‑management equipment. Two correctional officer positions in the Sheriff’s Office were filled, and step‑increase salary adjustments were approved for an equipment operator and a victim‑witness legal assistant.

• Approved County Claims totaling $2,258,340.93 (unanimous)
• Declared surplus and authorized auction of emergency‑management trailer and generator (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Bailey Miles, Correctional Officer I, $25.09/hr effective 04/21/2026 (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Adam Miller, Correctional Officer I, $27.69/hr effective 04/27/2026 (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Connor Jackson, Equipment Operator, $26.54/hr effective after 05/03/2026 (unanimous)
• Approved step increase for Amanda Jeseritz, Victim Witness Legal Assistant (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to authorize the Director of Equalization to make value changes and corrections for 2026. The body will decide on numerous tax-exempt status continuations and applications for disabled veterans.

• Continuation of 100% tax-exempt status for over 100 listed parcels
• Approval of 22 disabled veteran applications that missed the deadline
• Denial of one disabled veteran application (DNQ 2026-01)
• Approval of stipulations for 10 properties, including O'Reilly Auto Enterprises LLC and Lennox Properties LLC
• Public comment hearings for South Eastern Development Foundation, Butterflies Forever, and Harrisburg Economic Development Corporation

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization authorized the Director to correct 2026 errors, freeze elderly/disabled low‑income assistance, and adjust values for historical and discretionary‑formula properties. It also granted full tax exemption to several veteran‑owned parcels, denied owner‑occupied status on one parcel, approved stipulations for multiple parcels, and denied a disabled‑veteran application.

• Directed Director of Equalization to correct 2026 errors (Ayes: Schmidt, Landeen, Otten; Nays: Putnam) – Passed
• Authorized Director to freeze elderly/disabled low‑income assistance for 2026 (Ayes: Schmidt, Landeen, Otten; Nays: Putnam) – Passed
• Authorized Director to adjust values for qualifying historical properties (Ayes: Schmidt, Landeen, Otten; Nays: Putnam) – Passed
• Authorized Director to adjust values for discretionary‑formula properties (Ayes: Schmidt, Landeen, Otten; Nays: Putnam) – Passed
• Granted 0% exemption and 100% taxable status to parcel 283.05.07.001D (Ayes: Schmidt, Landeen, Otten, Putnam) – Passed
• Denied owner‑occupied status for parcel 281.95.14.002 (Ayes: Schmidt, Landeen, Otten, Putnam; Nays: Arends) – Passed
• Approved stipulations for listed parcels including 097.48.22.D100 and 099.50.17.4031 (Ayes: Schmidt, Landeen, Otten, Putnam) – Passed
• Denied disabled‑veteran application DNQ 2026‑01 (Ayes: Schmidt, Landeen, Otten; Nays: Putnam) – Passed

General

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will meet on April 8, 2026. They will consider motions to authorize the chair to execute an annexation agreement with the City of Canton and a road and utility construction agreement with the City of Canton. The agenda also includes routine business, an opportunity for public comment, and executive sessions on personnel and legal matters.

• Motion to authorize the chair to execute an Annexation Agreement with the City of Canton
• Motion to authorize the chair to execute a Road & Utility Construction Agreement with the City of Canton

The Lincoln County Board approved the chair to execute an annexation agreement with the City of Canton. It also approved the chair to execute a road and utility construction agreement with the City of Canton. Both motions passed with a 3‑2 vote. The meeting was adjourned until April 14, 2026.

• Approved agenda (4-1)
• Authorized annexation agreement with City of Canton (3-2)
• Authorized road & utility construction agreement with City of Canton (3-2)
• Adjourned meeting until April 14, 2026 (4-1)