Lincoln County public meetings in 2022

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider agreements for county roads around the City of Tea and the effective date for a school district boundary change between Lennox and Tea. The body will also review personnel changes and financial claims.

• Claims of $497,550.40 and Payroll of $367,277.83
• Agreement regarding multiple segments of County Roads around the City of Tea
• Establishment of effective date for school district boundary change between Lennox and Tea School Districts
• Awarding of Rural Access Infrastructure Funds (RAIF) grants
• Agreement for housing prisoners in Minnehaha County

The Board approved multiple Rural Infrastructure Access Funds grants for engineering and structure replacement. They also authorized a new prisoner housing agreement with Minnehaha County and a school district boundary change. Personnel changes in the Highway Department and Sheriff's Office were approved.

• Approved prisoner housing agreement with Minnehaha County at $106.15 per day per inmate (5-0)
• Approved 12 RAIF project applications for engineering and structure replacement (5-0)
• Approved boundary change between Lennox and Tea School Districts effective Dec 31, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved road agreement with the City of Tea regarding 469th Ave and 470th St (5-0)
• Approved hire of Alan Kumlien as seasonal Equipment Operator at $23.10/hr (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Cory McCloud to Sergeant at $38.76/hr (5-0)
• Approved transition of Alecia Halvorson to full-time Deputy Sheriff at $26.91/hr (5-0)
• Tabled request to lease Fairgrounds parking lot for CDL training until Jan 3, 2023 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review five applications for rezoning and conditional use permits. The body will also hold a joint work session with the Board of Commissioners.

• PD-0088-2022: Rezone from Agricultural District to Planned Development District in Delapre Township
• USE-0085-2022: Conditional Use Permit for a mechanic shop at 27953 471st Avenue
• USE-0087-2022: Increase accessory building square footage from 4,312 to 6,112 sq ft at 47111 274th Street
• USE-0091-2022: Conditional Use Permit for a manufactured home at 47204 279th Street
• USE-0092-2022: Conditional Use Permit for a Verizon Wireless telecommunications tower in Springdale Township

The Planning Commission approved four applications for conditional use permits with specific site and operational conditions. One application was recommended for denial to the Board of County Commissioners. The commission also reviewed the 2022 Year in Review and the 2023 Work Plan.

• Recommended denial of Public Hearing Item 1 application (5-1)
• Approved Public Hearing Item 2 application with 8 conditions (6-0)
• Approved Public Hearing Item 3 application with 8 conditions (6-0)
• Approved Public Hearing Item 4 application with 6 conditions (6-0)
• Approved Verizon Wireless application (Public Hearing Item 5) with 9 conditions (6-0)
• Approved November 21, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (6-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to adopt several supplements to the 2022 budget. The meeting includes first readings for two ordinances to rezone agricultural land to commercial districts. Other business includes bridge preservation grants and 2023 compensation for elected officials.

• Public hearing for 2022 budget supplements, including $762,218.75 for Debt Service-Courthouse and $250,000 for Board of Commissioners fees and contracts
• First reading to rezone 4.25 acres in Canton Township from Agricultural to Commercial
• First reading to rezone Lot 2, Tempo Addition in Delapre Township from Agricultural to Commercial
• Approval of 2023 compensation for Elected Officials
• Claims of $2,613,523.75 and payroll of $369,044.51

The Board approved a land purchase for the airport and passed several 2022 budget supplements. They also authorized 2023 compensation for elected officials and applied for two bridge improvement grants. An agreement to turn over road segments to the City of Tea was tabled.

• Approved $968,512 purchase of 5.30 acres at 470th Ave & Mindy Street (5-0)
• Approved 2022 budget supplements, including $762,218.75 for Courthouse debt service (5-0)
• Approved 2023 elected official salaries, including State's Attorney at $151,880.30 (4-1)
• Approved two Bridge Improvement Grant applications for CR152 and CR105 (5-0)
• Tabled road segment agreement with the City of Tea (5-0)
• Approved $18,000 transfer to Emergency and Disaster fund and $24,405.36 for bullet-proof vests (5-0)
• Approved abatement of $1,064.76 for South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (5-0)
• Accepted resignations of one Deputy Sheriff and three temporary Election Workers (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss and take action regarding the expansion of the Courthouse. This is the sole item of regular business on the agenda.

• Courthouse expansion discussion and board action

The Board approved a resolution to lease-purchase a new courthouse and holding facility. The project will be financed through Certificates of Participation not to exceed $54.8 million. A specific site for the facility will be selected at a later date requiring at least four votes for approval.

• Approved lease-purchase of new courthouse and holding facility (5-0)
• Authorized issuance of Certificates of Participation, Series 2023 not to exceed $54.8M (5-0)
• Designated U.S. Bank Trust Company as Trustee (5-0)
• Designated Colliers Securities LLC as underwriter (5-0)
• Designated Meierhenry & Sargent, LLP as Bond Counsel (5-0)
• Adopted Post-Issuance Compliance Policy for Tax-Exempt and Tax-Advantaged Obligations (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)

Weed & Pest Board

The Weed & Pest Board will meet to review the list of locally noxious weeds. The agenda also includes budget, spray, equipment, and trouble spot reports.

• Review of locally noxious weeds list
• Budget report by Terry Fluit
• Spray, equipment, and trouble spot reports by Russ Heggen

The board voted to request that the state renew the local noxious weeds list for Lincoln County. The list includes Musk Thistle, Plumeless Thistle, and Spotted Knapweed. Budget reports for 2022 and 2023 were presented.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 8, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to request state renew local noxious weeds list (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider courthouse expansion options and a letter of support for the Regional Juvenile Justice Center. The meeting includes decisions on bridge project bids and the renewal of the Union County Jail contract.

• Animal Control Services agreement with Sioux Falls Area Humane Society for $9,555.74
• Proposed rezoning of 4.25 acres in Canton Township from Agricultural to Commercial
• Proposed rezoning of Lot 2, Tempo Addition in Delapre Township from Agricultural to Commercial
• Payroll approval for $359,850.66
• Awarding of bid for 2023 bridge project

The Board awarded a 2023 bridge project contract to Midwest Contracting LLC and approved several intergovernmental agreements. Three separate motions to authorize lease purchases for a new courthouse and jail failed to pass. The Board also scheduled public hearings for two commercial rezoning requests.

• Awarded 2023 bridge project to Midwest Contracting LLC for $432,513.00
• Denied lease purchase of courthouse and jail on greenfield site (failed for lack of second)
• Denied lease purchase of courthouse with holding cells on greenfield site (3-2)
• Denied lease purchase of courthouse with holding cells on current site (2-3)
• Approved 2023 Animal Control agreement with Sioux Falls Area Humane Society for $9,555.74
• Approved 2023 adult detention agreement with Union County at $80.00 per inmate per day
• Approved $3,800.00 surcharge per truck for two Highway Department trucks
• Scheduled rezoning hearings for Canton Township and Delapre Township properties

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several budget adjustments and a public hearing regarding a denied conditional use permit for a public utility maintenance facility. The meeting includes decisions on fairgrounds electrical work and a union contract.

• Public hearing for appeal of denied Conditional Use Permit #USE-0068-2022 for a public utility maintenance facility
• Proposed budget supplements including $762,218.75 for Courthouse Debt Service and $250,000 for Board of Commissioners fees and contracts
• Award of bid for electrical work at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds
• Approval of a proposal for topographic upgrade and civil design service at the Lincoln County 4-H Grounds
• Approval of a proposed union contract

The Board approved several service contracts, including $52,800 for court record scanning and $15,950.03 for electrical work at the fairgrounds. They also approved a conditional use permit for a public utility maintenance facility and scheduled a public hearing for 2022 budget supplements.

• Approved $52,800 Active Data quote to scan court records
• Approved $15,950.03 bid from Miller Electric for fairgrounds electrical work
• Approved Conditional Use Permit #USE-0068-2022 for a public utility maintenance facility
• Approved $8,500 proposal from DGR Engineering for 4-H Grounds site design and survey
• Set public hearing for Dec 13, 2022, to adopt 2022 budget supplements
• Approved 2023 MOU with South Dakota State University for 4-H program
• Approved 2023 Agreement for Detention Services with Minnehaha County and LSS
• Reclassified one Sheriff's Office position from Deputy (SO1) to Sergeant (SO2)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests to rezone agricultural land to commercial districts. The body will also consider two conditional use permits for water utility facilities.

• RZNE-0073-2022: Rezone Lot 2, Tempo Addition in Delapre Township from Agricultural to Commercial
• RZNE-0079-2022: Rezone 4.25 acres at 47961 West 5th Street from Agricultural to Commercial
• USE-0074-2022: Permit for a pump station in Canton Township by South Lincoln Rural Water, Inc.
• USE-0075-2022: Permit for an elevated water storage tank in Highland Township by South Lincoln Rural Water, Inc.

The Planning Commission approved two applications with specific site and operational conditions. Two additional applications were recommended for approval to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Recommended approval of Public Hearing Item #1 to Board of County Commissioners (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Public Hearing Item #2 to Board of County Commissioners (6-0)
• Approved Public Hearing Item #3 with seven conditions (5-0)
• Approved Public Hearing Item #4 with seven conditions (5-0)
• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes with one correction (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve claims and discuss courthouse cost estimates and space needs. The agenda includes the canvass of the November 8, 2022 General Election and a decision on a property tax payment plan.

• Approval of claims totaling $3,183,274.66
• Authorization for the State's Attorney's Office to make an offer on property adjacent to the airport
• Authorization for the Sheriff's Office to order 2023 vehicles
• Hire of Dina Collins as Records Clerk at $19.87/hr
• Canvass of the 11.08.2022 General Election

The Board authorized the purchase of six budgeted vehicles for the Sheriff's Office and approved an offer for land adjacent to the airport. Other actions included hiring a new Records Clerk and increasing wages for the Joint Mental Illness Board.

• Approved purchase of five 2023 Chevy Tahoes ($41,502 each) and one Dodge Charger ($34,888) (4-0)
• Authorized State's Attorney's Office to make an offer on property adjacent to the airport (4-0)
• Hired Dina Collins as full-time Records Clerk at $19.87/hr (4-0)
• Increased Joint Mental Illness Board Lay Member wages from $32/hour to $64/hour (4-0)
• Rejected offer to purchase portion of County owned land near Tea (4-0)
• Approved $500/month tax payment plan for parcel 250.18.06.018A (4-0)
• Authorized Lookout Plan + Code Consulting agreement (4-0)
• Approved $3,183,274.66 in claims (4-0)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two land-use applications. The body will consider a request for an oversized accessory building and the transfer of building eligibilities between parcels.

• Application USE-0076-2022: Conditional Use Permit for a 1,536 square foot accessory building at 27084 Mariah Place
• Applications USE-0081-2022 through USE-0084-2022: Transfer of 21 building eligibilities from Krebs Addition and Johnson’s Subdivision parcels to Parcel ID 100.49.20.1000

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission approved two applications during public hearings. One approval was for a building for personal property storage, and the other approved the transfer of 21 building eligibilities to a specific parcel.

• Approved application for personal property storage building with seven conditions (County 4-0, City 3-0)
• Approved application to transfer 21 building eligibilities to parcel 100.49.20.1000 with six conditions (County 4-0, City 3-0)
• Approved August 10, 2022 meeting minutes (County 4-0, City All-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (County 4-0, City 3-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss courthouse cost estimates and a Lennox ambulance district. The body is also deciding on snow equipment purchases and authorizing bids for the 2023 bridge project.

• Payroll of $355,692.57 and longevity of $1,800.00
• Authorization of bids for the 2023 bridge project
• Public hearing set for Nov 22 regarding appeal of Conditional Use Permit #USE-0068-2022
• Hire of Jared Thompson ($21.99/hr) and Casey Larson ($28.85/hr) for Highway Department
• Renewal of Uniform Alcoholic Beverage License for GL Management at Bakker Crossing

The Board approved the purchase of snow equipment for two trucks and authorized bidding for a bridge project and box culvert replacement. Personnel actions included hiring two equipment operators for the Highway Department. The Board also scheduled a public hearing for a conditional use permit appeal.

• Approved purchase of snow equipment for two trucks from Sourcewell for $163,230.00 per truck (4-0)
• Authorized bid advertisement for 2023 bridge project on 475th Ave and box culvert replacement on CR152 (4-0)
• Approved hire of Jared Thompson as full-time Equipment Operator at $21.99/hr (4-0)
• Approved hire of Casey Larson as seasonal Equipment Operator at $28.85/hr (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Nov 22, 2022, regarding appeal of denied Conditional Use Permit #USE-0068-2022 (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Uniform Alcoholic Beverage License for GL Management (4-0)
• Authorized replacement warrant for Dianne Brunken in the amount of $187.80 (4-0)
• Appointed Traci Humphrey as agency contact for TASC and authorized agent for South Dakota Retirement Plan (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a second public hearing and reading for an ordinance regarding local medical cannabis establishment permits. The board is also deciding on 2023 employee benefits and reviewing a regional wastewater study.

• Second public hearing and reading for an ordinance amending Ordinance 2106-30 regarding medical cannabis establishment permits
• Claims of $1,144,927.55 and payroll of $342,293.40
• Hire of Traci Humphrey as Human Resources Director at $3,396.80 biweekly
• Hire of Kari Gackle as paralegal at $24.11/hr
• Authorization for sealed bids for electrical installation of the new 4-H Showring building

The Board approved an amended ordinance regulating the issuance of local permits for medical cannabis establishments, including a $50,000 application fee. The Commission also adopted 2023 employee health benefits and authorized fairgrounds infrastructure projects.

• Approved amended Ordinance 2106-30 regarding medical cannabis establishment permits (4-0)
• Adopted Health Partners Alternate Plan, Delta Dental, and EyeMed employee benefits for 2023 (3-0)
• Approved hire of Traci Humphrey as Human Resources Director (4-0)
• Approved hire of Kari Gackle as paralegal for State's Attorney's Office (4-0)
• Approved termination of Jessica Ortman, 4-H Administrative Secretary (4-0)
• Authorized $6,000 proposal from DGR Engineering for Fairgrounds water/septic design (3-0)
• Authorized sealed bids for electrical utilities in new 4-H Showring building (3-0)
• Authorized funds for appraisals to investigate purchasing land around the airport (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings for three conditional use permits. These requests include a public utility facility, a large warehouse, and an accessory building.

• USE-0068-2022: Public utility facility (outpost building) in LaValley Township
• USE-0069-2022: 169,000 square foot warehouse in Springdale Township
• USE-0071-2022: 2,880 square foot accessory building at 27417 477th Ave in Dayton Township

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider claims totaling $2,184,764.11 and discuss the Airport Manager Contract for Premier Aviation. The meeting includes executive sessions regarding a Canton property purchase and the Lincoln County Tif. Other business includes reviewing a confidentiality policy and the Southeastern Behavioral Annual Report.

• Claims totaling $2,184,764.11
• Airport Manager Contract for Premier Aviation
• Purchase of a Canton property (Executive Session)
• Lincoln County Tif (Executive Session)
• Application for Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund (LATCF)

The Board approved a public comment policy that prohibits video presentations without prior chair approval, after a failed amendment to remove the video ban and delay public comment until 9:30 a.m. The Board also denied Premier Aviation the Airport Manager contract and authorized creating a job description for a county employee to fill that role. Other actions included approving a confidentiality agreement, accepting a deputy sheriff's resignation, and authorizing the auditor to apply for Local Assistance and Tribal Funds.

• Approved Public Input Policies with video presentations prohibited without prior chair approval (motion carried 5-0).
• Denied Premier Aviation the Airport Manager Contract (motion carried 5-0).
• Authorized Human Resources to create a job description for an Airport Manager position (motion carried 5-0).
• Approved a confidentiality agreement for staff to sign (motion carried 5-0).
• Accepted the resignation of Deputy Sheriff Robert Corsini, effective 09.29.2022 (motion carried 3-0).
• Approved step increases for three Sheriff's Office employees: Joseph Carlson, Evan Olson, and Chris Kuntz (each motion carried 3-0).
• Authorized the Auditor to apply for Local Assistance and Tribal Fund (LATCF) (motion carried 5-0).
• Approved the Consent Agenda, including claims totaling $2,184,764.11 and various reports (motion carried 3-0).

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a lease for a 4,680 square ft. tract at the Lincoln County/Marv Skie Airport. The board is also considering a vehicle purchase and a 5-year highway plan. Other business includes approving payroll and an opioid settlement agreement.

• Public hearing for lease of Lease Site P-1 (4,680 sq ft) at Lincoln County/Marv Skie Airport to Airplanes2Go LLC
• Payroll approval for $344,129.97 and longevity for $850.00
• Authorization to sign South Dakota State Subdivision MOA regarding the Opioid Settlement
• Public meeting for the Highway 5-Year Plan
• Authorization for vehicle purchase

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved the 2023-2027 Highway & Bridge 5-Year Plan, authorized the opioid settlement agreement with the South Dakota Department of Social Services, and approved the purchase of a 2023 Chevy Tahoe for the Sheriff's Office. They also tabled a proposed Public Input Policy until the next meeting and approved a lease transfer at the county airport.

• Approved Lincoln County Highway & Bridge 5-Year Plan 2023-2027 (5-0)
• Approved opioid settlement MOA with SD Department of Social Services (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Chevy Tahoe for $41,382 from Karl's Chevrolet (5-0)
• Tabled Public Input Policies until October 11, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved lease transfer at Marv Skie Airport from Radco LLC to Airplanes2Go LLC (5-0)
• Approved renewal quote from Jensen Insurance for $233,472 (4-0-1, Poppens abstained)
• Approved payroll totaling $344,129.97 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including September 27, 2022 minutes (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on rezoning property at 46622 278th Street from agricultural to commercial. The body is also deciding on the purchase of a Canton property and a land sale request from Alliance Communications.

• Public hearing for rezoning 2.40 acres at 46622 278th Street to Commercial District
• Claims of $498,552.71 and Payroll of $353,742.73
• Proposed purchase of a Canton property
• Request by Alliance Communications to buy one acre of County land
• Promotion of Christopher Kuntz to Sergeant at $31.88/hr

The board approved a second-reading ordinance rezoning 2.4 acres at 46622 278th Street from A-1 Agricultural to C Commercial, following a public hearing and a 5-0 Planning Commission recommendation. They also approved a contract with BX Civil for bridge structure 42-148-050, authorized negotiations to purchase a bank property in Canton, and directed the State's Attorney to discuss a land sale with Alliance Communications. The meeting included approval of the consent agenda, claims totaling $498,552.71, and payroll of $353,742.73.

• Approved rezoning 2.4 acres at 46622 278th Street from A-1 Agricultural to C Commercial (5-0)
• Approved contract with BX Civil for bridge structure 42-148-050 (5-0)
• Authorized State's Attorney to negotiate purchase of parcel 200.10.13.009 in Canton (5-0)
• Directed State's Attorney to discuss Alliance Communications' request to buy one acre of county land (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims $498,552.71 and payroll $353,742.73 (4-0)
• Set second public hearing for medical cannabis ordinance on October 25, 2022 (5-0)
• Rescheduled November 8 commission meeting to November 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Promoted Christopher Kuntz from Sheriff Deputy to Sergeant at $31.88/hr (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss and take action regarding the 2023 Provisional Budget. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss union matters and personnel issues.

• Discussion and action on the 2023 Provisional Budget
• Executive session regarding union contractual matters
• Executive session regarding public officer or employee qualifications and performance

The Board approved a correction to the 2023 Provisional Budget, lowering property taxes from $15,488,704 to $15,403,480, and then adopted the 2023 Annual Budget totaling $16,622,261 in taxes levied. The budget was approved 4-1 with Commissioner Arends voting nay. The Board also held two closed executive sessions for legal consultation.

• Approved correction to 2023 Provisional Budget, reducing property taxes to $15,403,480 (5-0)
• Adopted 2023 Annual Budget of appropriations and expenditures for Lincoln County (4-1, Arends nay)
• Entered executive session at 8:15 a.m. for legal consultation (5-0)
• Exited executive session at 8:25 a.m. (5-0)
• Entered second executive session at 8:26 a.m. for legal consultation (5-0)
• Exited second executive session at 9:01 a.m. (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings for three conditional use permits. These requests involve light manufacturing, motor vehicle sales, and the placement of a manufactured home.

• USE-0057-2022: Conditional Use Permit for light manufacturing at Olsen’s Tract No. 1, Lynn Township
• USE-0062-2022: Conditional Use Permit for motor vehicle sales at Lot A, Van Woudenberg’s Addition, Canton Township
• USE-0063-2022: Conditional Use Permit for a manufactured home at Tract 1, Doorn Addition, Grant Township

The Lincoln County Planning Commission approved three conditional use applications with staff-recommended conditions, all by unanimous 4-0 votes. The board also noted that the County Commissioners had concurred with a prior Planning Commission recommendation to deny a rezoning request (RZNE-0044-2022) on August 23, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved conditional use application (Avery Zahn) with four conditions (4-0)
• Approved conditional use application (Mike Kramer) with four conditions (4-0)
• Approved conditional use application (Sarah Rahn) with three conditions (4-0)
• Noted that Board of Commissioners concurred with Planning Commission recommendation to deny rezoning RZNE-0044-2022

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss the 2023 Provisional Budget and the use of remaining ARPA funds. The agenda includes a public hearing on medical cannabis establishment permits and a first reading for a commercial rezoning request.

• Claims totaling $2,502,796.63
• Public hearing for an ordinance regarding Local Medical Cannabis Establishment Permits
• First reading to rezone 2.40 acres at 46622 278th Street from Agricultural to Commercial
• Agreement with Schneider Geospatial, LLC for an online property information portal
• Wellness Service Agreement with Well365 LLC for 11/01/2022 through 10/31/2023

The Board tabled a proposed ordinance amending local medical cannabis establishment permits until September 27, 2022, after a public hearing where one licensed establishment opposed the changes. The Board also approved a $25,018 property information portal contract with Schneider Geospatial, LLC, and authorized emergency HVAC repairs at the Highway Shop for $9,465. Other actions included approving the Rural Access Infrastructure Fund application process, amending federal bridge grant agreements, and abating $1,859.24 in property taxes for a replatted parcel.

• Tabled medical cannabis ordinance amendment until 9/27/2022 (4-0)
• Approved $25,018 Schneider Geospatial property portal contract plus $17,628/year for 3 years (4-0)
• Approved $9,465 emergency HVAC repair at Highway Shop (4-0)
• Approved Rural Access Infrastructure Fund application process for townships (4-0)
• Approved amendments to 2020 Federal Bridge grant agreements (4-0)
• Abated $1,859.24 property taxes for Lifestyle Investments LLC (4-0)
• Approved surplus and transfer of sheriff's equipment to Worthing Police (4-0)
• Approved Wellness Service Agreement with Well365 LLC (4-0)

Weed & Pest Board

The Weed & Pest Board will meet to review budget, spray, equipment, and trouble spot reports. The board will also discuss a weed tour under new business.

• Budget Report
• Spray Report
• Equipment Report
• Trouble Spots report
• Weed Tour discussion

The Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board met on September 8, 2022, and unanimously approved the agenda and minutes from the June 16, 2022 meeting. Weed Foreman Russ Heggen reported that all county roads have been sprayed, with three townships remaining, and that a new spray tank will nearly double spraying capacity per load. Heggen also noted he is working on trouble areas and will contact FSA for cooperation on CRP land. The board set the next meeting for December 8, 2022, then adjourned.

• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved the June 16, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously
• Adjourned until December 8, 2022 at 8:30 AM

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to hold a public hearing on the 2023 Provisional Budget. The body will also consider personnel hires, resignations, and a lease agreement with Minnehaha County for a courtroom.

• Public hearing for the 2023 Provisional Budget
• Payroll of $345,593.56 and Longevity of $650.00
• Proposed lease for 4,680 square ft. at Lincoln County/Marv Skie Airport to Airplanes2Go LLC
• Courtroom Lease Agreement with Minnehaha County
• Hire of Jeremy Jacobson ($20.36/hr), Jacob Wilcox ($20.87/hr), and Chloe Larsen ($25.61/hr)

The board approved a lease agreement with Minnehaha County for courtroom space at $8,917 per month from July 1 to December 31, 2022, with one dissenting vote. They also approved several personnel actions, including hires, resignations, and a mileage reimbursement rate change. A public hearing on the 2023 provisional budget was held with no comments.

• Approved $8,917/month courtroom lease with Minnehaha County (3-1)
• Approved hire of Jeremy Jacobson as building maintenance worker at $20.36/hr
• Approved hire of Jordan Wilcox as Sheriff's Office assistant at $20.87/hr
• Approved hire of Chloe Larsen as Deputy Sheriff at $25.61/hr
• Accepted resignations of Julie Morrison, Kaitlin Schirmacher, and Corissa Sweeter
• Declared 2019 Dodge Durango surplus after accident
• Set Oct 4 public hearing for airport lease with Airplanes2Go LLC
• Approved mileage reimbursement rates: $0.28/mi if county vehicle available, $0.51/mi if not

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the Lincoln County Justice Center and review several zoning changes. The meeting includes a public hearing for a temporary liquor license and a first reading of an ordinance regarding medical cannabis establishment permits.

• Claims of $371,527.35 and payroll of $355,416.19
• Proposed rezoning of 2.40 acres in Perry Township from Agricultural to Commercial
• Public hearing for a Temporary On-Sale Malt Beverage License for Lennox Booster Club
• Proposed rezoning in Delapre Township from Commercial to Light Industrial
• First reading of an ordinance amending medical cannabis establishment permits

The board approved a $1,120,126 bid from BX Civil & Construction for bridge structure 42-148-050 and rejected all bids for structure 42-020-201. It also approved a temporary malt beverage license for the Lennox Booster Club, set hearing dates for a rezoning ordinance, and approved a step increase for a Sheriff's Office sergeant. A rezoning request for a DeJong Addition property failed on a 2-3 vote.

• Approved $1,120,126 bid from BX Civil & Construction for bridge 42-148-050 (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for bridge 42-020-201 preservation project (5-0)
• Approved temporary on-sale malt beverage license for Lennox Booster Club (5-0)
• Set first reading for Sept 13 and second reading/public hearing for Sept 27 on Perry Township rezoning (5-0)
• Approved step increase for Sheriff's Office Patrol Sergeant Aaron Bartscher to SO2/Step 13 at $37.88/hr (5-0)
• Rezoning of DeJong Addition Tract 2 from C to I-1 denied (2-3)
• Approved $686.79 property tax abatement for Jason Benson of Bentwood Place Inc (5-0)
• Declared two tax deed properties surplus and authorized quit claim deeds to City of Sioux Falls (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning application for a property in Perry Township. The body will also review action items from the Board of Commissioners and staff updates.

• Public hearing for RZNE-0055-2022: rezoning 2.40 acres at 46622 278th Street from Agricultural District (A-1) to Commercial District (C)

The Lincoln County Planning Commission approved a conditional use application presented by Toby Brown, with Allie McLouth present to answer questions. The motion to approve with staff-recommended conditions passed unanimously. The commission also received updates on prior Board of Commissioners decisions and discussed an upcoming rezone.

• Approved application with staff recommended conditions (5-0)
• Approved July 18, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold public hearings for two permit applications. Both requests concern property use and building size in Springdale Township.

• USE-0052-2022: Conditional Use Permit for warehousing at 47496 271st Street
• USE-0053-2022: Conditional Use Permit to allow 1,440 square feet of accessory building area at 27029 Revilo Place

The Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commissions held a joint meeting and approved two conditional-use applications, both unanimously. The first application, presented by Jared Langenstein, was approved with conditions including conformance to a site plan and no unsecured outdoor storage. The second, for North Sky Builders, Inc. and Zack and Danielle Schwantes, was approved with conditions limiting accessory buildings to 1,440 square feet and restricting use to personal storage. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved conditional-use application for Jared Langenstein with conditions (County 4-0, City 6-0)
• Approved conditional-use application for North Sky Builders, Inc. and Zack and Danielle Schwantes with conditions (County 4-0, City 6-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss a rezoning request and a medical cannabis permit ordinance. The body will also review claims totaling $2,645,753.41 and payroll of $354,568.68.

• First reading for rezoning a portion of Tract 2, DeJong Addition in Delapre Township from Commercial to Light Industrial
• Setting dates for an ordinance regarding Local Medical Cannabis Establishment Permits
• Approval of the 2023 Local Emergency Management Performance Grant
• Executive session regarding a road salt contract and a county property easement
• Approval of three Quit Claim Deeds for properties awarded to Randy Kruid

The board approved the agenda, claims totaling $2,645,753.41, and payroll of $354,568.68. The consent agenda included resolutions ending seasonal highway worker employment, accepting a resignation, authorizing quit claim deeds, setting hearing dates for a medical cannabis ordinance, and approving replacement warrants. The board also approved a 2023 emergency management grant agreement and allowed a surcharge with the current rock salt supplier.

• Approved claims totaling $2,645,753.41 (3-0)
• Approved payroll of $354,568.68 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 4 seasonal highway worker terminations and 1 resignation (3-0)
• Set first reading Aug 23 and second reading/public hearing Sep 13 for medical cannabis ordinance (3-0)
• Authorized 4 replacement warrants totaling $3,073.79 (3-0)
• Approved 2023 Local Emergency Management Performance Grant agreement (3-0)
• Allowed surcharge with current rock salt supplier until storage bins filled (3-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider a medical marijuana license for Dakota Herb LLC and a natural gas franchise renewal for NorthWestern Energy. The board is also scheduling a public hearing for a rezoning request in Delapre Township.

• Public hearing for Manufacturing and Dispensary Medical Marijuana License for Dalton Grimmius (Dakota Herb LLC)
• Proposed rezoning of property in Delapre Township from Commercial to Light Industrial
• Hire of Jordan Moses as full-time Deputy Sheriff at $27.58/hr
• Grant Offer for Airport Improvement Program Project No. 3-46-0078-020-2022 at Marv Skie-Lincoln County Airport
• Longevity payment of $2,450.00

The Board approved a Manufacturing and Dispensary Medical Marijuana License for Dalton Grimmius (Dakota Herb LLC) to operate outside a municipality, contingent on canceling a prior license. They also approved a 20-year natural gas franchise renewal for NorthWestern Energy, a $2,500 contribution to the Canton Civil War Days event, a propane sales contract with CHS, and a courtroom lease with Minnehaha County. Additionally, they set a rezoning public hearing for August 23, 2022, despite a failed Planning Commission recommendation.

• Approved medical marijuana license for Dakota Herb LLC (5-0)
• Approved 20-year natural gas franchise renewal for NorthWestern Energy (5-0)
• Approved $2,500 contribution to Canton Civil War Days (5-0)
• Approved propane sales contract with CHS at $1.9690/gal (4-1)
• Approved courtroom lease with Minnehaha County at $8,333/month (3-2)
• Awarded Airport Management position to Premier Aviation LLC (5-0)
• Set rezoning public hearing for August 23, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved hire of Jordan Moses as full-time Deputy Sheriff at $27.58/hr (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board is deciding on two zoning changes in LaValley and Lynn Townships and reviewing the 2023 provisional budget. The meeting includes approvals for federal grants, airport management contracts, and personnel changes in the Sheriff's Office.

• Public hearing to rezone LaValley Township property from Commercial to Planned Development
• Public hearing to rezone Lynn Township property from Commercial to Light Industrial
• Approval of 2023 Provisional Budget for publication
• Claims of $456,327.85 and Payroll of $362,361.34
• Hire of Brendan Feldhaus as 911 Dispatcher at $21.99/hr

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning ordinances: one creating the Nine Mile Park Planned Development District and another rezoning Olsen's Tract to Light Industrial. They also approved the 2023 provisional budget, multiple bridge grant applications, and various resolutions including a $30,364 transfer to Emergency Management. The Airport Manager award was tabled until August 2, 2022.

• Approved rezoning to Nine Mile Park Planned Development District (4-0, Landeen abstained)
• Approved rezoning of Olsen's Tract to I-1 Light Industrial District (4-0)
• Approved 2023 provisional budget for advertising (5-0)
• Approved 11 bridge grant applications to SD DOT (multiple motions, all passed)
• Approved purchase of 2600-gallon weed spray tank for $8,000 (3-0)
• Approved transfer of $30,364 from General Fund to Emergency Management (3-0)
• Approved payout of $3,780 each to Children's Inn and Compass Center from Domestic Abuse fund (3-0)
• Tabled Airport Manager award until August 2, 2022 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several conditional use permits and one rezoning request. The body will also consider the removal of a Right to Farm Notice Covenant on a specific parcel.

• RZNE-0044-2022: Rezone 27280 471st Avenue from Commercial to Light Industrial
• USE-0041-2022: Transfer building eligibility between two parcels in LaValley Township
• USE-0043-2022: Permit for warehousing and contractor shops at Landmark Industrial Park Addition
• USE-0045-2022: Permit for motor vehicle and equipment sales at 27988 471st Avenue
• USE-0046-2022 and USE-0047-2022: Permits to exceed 1,500 square feet of accessory building area

The Lincoln County Planning Commission denied one application (no applicant name given) after public opposition, and approved five conditional use permits and related requests. All approvals were unanimous (4-0). The commission also consented to removing a Right To Farm Notice Covenant and was updated on the Board's approval of cannabis zoning amendments.

• Denied application after public opposition (0-4)
• Approved conditional use permit for building eligibility transfer with 4 conditions (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit with 5 conditions including site plan and storage restrictions (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit with 6 conditions including vehicle sale limit of 5 (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for accessory building up to 2,932 sq ft with 6 conditions (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for accessory building up to 1,728 sq ft with 6 conditions (4-0)
• Consented to removal of Right To Farm Notice Covenant on Parcel ID 100.49.31.3000 (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider claims totaling $2,150,454.51 and payroll of $358,853.65. The meeting includes discussions on budget, a road project near Harrisburg Adventure Elementary School, and the leasing of a bank building across from the Courthouse.

• Approval to bid for replacement of structure #42-148-050 and rehabilitation of structure #42-020-201
• Awarding bids for three Tax Deed Parcels in Hudson
• Hire of Jamie Smith as Transporter/Correctional Officer at $23.68/hr
• Transfer of two voting booths to the City of Worthing as surplus
• Executive sessions regarding a Human Resources Director hire and Courthouse/Jail contracts

The board approved the consent agenda, including hiring a correctional officer and accepting a resignation. It authorized bid requests for two bridge projects and awarded three surplus properties in Hudson to Randy Kruid. Budget discussions for 2023 occurred, but no decision was made on an opt-out. The board also entered executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Approved claims totaling $2,150,454.51 and payroll of $358,853.65
• Approved hire of Jamie Smith as Transporter/Correctional Officer at $23.68/hr
• Accepted resignation of Wade Kemi, 911 Dispatcher
• Authorized FAA Form 5100-110 for AIP grant transfer
• Declared 2 voting booths surplus and transferred to City of Worthing
• Authorized bid request for structure replacement #42-148-050
• Authorized bid request for structure rehabilitation #42-020-201
• Awarded three Hudson surplus properties to Randy Kruid for $12,500, $1,550, and $2,500

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding cannabis establishments. The board is also considering two rezoning requests in LaValley and Lynn Townships and discussing budget items.

• Public hearing for Ordinance amending Chapter 154: Zoning for cannabis establishments
• Rezoning request in LaValley Township from Commercial to Planned Development District
• Rezoning request in Lynn Township from Commercial to Light Industrial District
• Contract with OTIS for elevator services at $475.00 per month
• Speed reduction for LC106 (271st St)

The Board approved extending the 10% wage increase given to non-union employees on 6/28/2022 to FOP employees, after a motion to amend it to a 6% increase failed. The Board also approved a second reading of a zoning ordinance for cannabis establishments, a speed limit reduction on LC 106, and a three-year law enforcement contract with Harrisburg.

• Extended 10% wage increase to FOP employees (4-1)
• Amended motion for 6% FOP increase failed (2-3)
• Approved cannabis zoning ordinance (5-0)
• Reduced speed limit on LC 106 from 55 to 45 MPH (5-0)
• Approved 3-year Harrisburg law enforcement contract for $900,014.36 (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of SO1 to SO2 in Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved WIC services grant of $6,988.00 (5-0)
• Approved OTIS elevator services contract at $475/month (5-0)

Board of Commission

The board approved a 10% wage increase for all non-union county employees, effective June 19, 2022, while a separate 9.25% increase for Fraternal Order of Police wages failed. The board also approved several resolutions including airport lease agreements, a liquor license transfer, tax payment plans, and an ARPA final rule election. A media-inquiry policy was tabled for redrafting.

• Approved 10% wage increase for non-union county employees (4-1)
• Failed 9.25% wage increase for Fraternal Order of Police (1-4)
• Approved airport lease termination with Langerock Properties and new lease with Premier Aviation (5-0)
• Approved transfer of retail alcoholic beverage license from I-29 Fuels to CHS Inc. (5-0)
• Approved tax payment plan for 3 parcels in Lennox with $10,000 down and $1,000/month (5-0)
• Approved tax payment plan for parcel 270.40.00.029 at $331/month for 3 years (5-0)
• Approved ARPA final rule election to use up to $10 million as loss revenue (4-1)
• Tabled media-inquiry policy for redrafting

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a budget work session. The meeting also includes the approval of the June 14, 2022, minutes.

• Budget Work Session

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners met on June 21, 2022, and approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. A work session was held for the 2023 county budget, but no substantive decisions were made. The board adjourned until June 28, 2022.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved Commission Minutes from 6/14/2022 (5-0)
• Held work session for 2023 Lincoln County Budget
• Adjourned until 8:30 a.m. on June 28, 2022 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four applications regarding land use and zoning changes in LaValley, Lynn, and Dayton Townships. The body will also hold a work session to discuss building eligibility transfers.

• PD-0028-2022: Rezone 47083 273rd Street from Commercial to Planned Development District
• RZNE-0031-2022: Rezone 47029 282nd Street from Commercial to Light Industrial District
• USE-0032-2022: Conditional Use Permit for fireworks sales (max 9 days) at 47022 Teri Lane
• USE-0033-2022: Conditional Use Permit to transfer one building eligibility in Dayton Township

The Lincoln County Planning Commission recommended approval of three rezoning applications and approved a conditional use permit for a building eligibility transfer. The commission also approved the May 16, 2022 meeting minutes and the meeting agenda. No action was taken on public input regarding building eligibility transfers.

• Recommended approval of rezone application (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezone application (6-0)
• Approved rezone with 8 conditions, including 2-year review (5-1)
• Approved conditional use permit for building eligibility transfer with 5 conditions (6-0)
• Approved May 16, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

Weed & Pest Board

The Weed & Pest Board will meet to conduct routine business and review reports. The agenda includes updates on the budget, spraying, equipment, and identified trouble spots.

• Budget Report from Terry Fluit
• Spray Report from Russ Heggen
• Equipment Report from Russ Heggen
• Trouble Spots report from Russ Heggen

The board unanimously approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 17, 2022 meeting. Reports covered budget updates, spraying progress, and ATV mapping. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was routine and informational.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 17, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned until September 8, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss an ordinance to amend zoning sections for cannabis establishments. The meeting includes a public hearing on vacating a portion of a highway in The Meadow at Spring Creek Addition and various contract approvals.

• Proposed zoning amendments for cannabis establishments (Planning Commission recommended 4-0)
• Public hearing to vacate 36 feet of highway in The Meadow at Spring Creek Addition
• Geotechnical services for Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport GA Apron Reconstruction not to exceed $8,360.00
• Hire of Noah Watson as full-time Planner at $23.89/hr
• Claims of $2,367,776.01 and payroll of $330,467.50

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions, including setting public hearings for a cannabis zoning ordinance, hiring a full-time planner, accepting a resignation, and approving a highway vacation. They also approved various contracts, equipment purchases, and the sale of surplus tax-deeded properties. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Set first and second readings/public hearing for cannabis zoning ordinance (3-0)
• Approved hire of Noah Watson as full-time Planner at $23.89/hr (3-0)
• Accepted resignation of HR Director Julia Disburg (3-0)
• Approved vacation of W36' of street in The Meadow at Spring Creek Addition (3-0)
• Approved fireworks permit for Mark Foster on July 1-2 at 27048 Rolling Thunder (3-0)
• Authorized purchase of Noregon diagnostic laptop/software for $6,420.40 (3-0)
• Declared three Hudson tax-deed parcels surplus and authorized sealed bids (3-0)
• Authorized exception to hiring policy for Sheriff's Admin Assistant up to Step 6 (3-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review the June 7 primary election results and discuss the upcoming budget schedule. The meeting includes discussions on property tax abatements, highway support letters, and several executive sessions regarding legal counsel.

• Payroll totaling $317,832.89 and longevity of $2,250.00
• Proposed lease for Premier Aviation at Lincoln County/Marv Skie Airport
• Letters of support for SD HWY 46 and Veterans Parkway
• County canvass of the June 7, 2022 Primary Election
• Lease discussion regarding Jerrry's Automotive Sales and 4H Grounds

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved routine items including payroll totaling $317,832.89, several personnel actions, property tax abatements, and the canvass of the June 7, 2022 Primary Election. They also approved letters of support for SD HWY 46 and Veterans Parkway, and entered executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda (3-0)
• Approved payroll of $317,832.89 (3-0)
• Approved hire of Matthew Toso as seasonal Highway Worker at $16.50/hr (3-0)
• Set public hearing for June 28, 2022 on airport lease with Premier Aviation (3-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Wendy Sweeter to 4-H conference (3-0)
• Approved retirement of Doug Vietor from Highway Department (3-0)
• Rejected property tax abatement for Canton property ($2,609.77) (3-1, Poppens nay)
• Approved four property tax abatements for Sioux Falls properties (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider a rezoning request and a preliminary subdivision plan for Long Meadow Estates at Spring Creek, both of which failed to receive Planning Commission recommendation. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a petition to vacate a highway segment.

• Public hearing for rezoning property in Springdale Township from Agricultural to Rural Residential
• Public hearing for Preliminary Subdivision Plan of Long Meadow Estates at Spring Creek Addition
• Public hearing to vacate highway segment from Parcel ID: 100.50.64.N001 to Parcel ID: 240.56.64.3040
• Approval of claims totaling $218,564.01 and payroll totaling $318,868.28
• Contract authorization for JLG Architects for the Lincoln County Justice Center

The Lincoln County Board approved a conditional use permit allowing a cattle feedlot to expand from 1,000 to 2,000 head, with conditions including notification to a nearby church. They also approved a rezoning from agricultural to rural residential and a preliminary subdivision plan, despite the Planning Commission's negative recommendations. Several other resolutions were passed, including hiring and promotion of sheriff's deputies, a highway vacation, and a ground lease termination.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit #USE-0008-2022 for CAFO expansion to 2,000 head (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of N1/2 NE1/4, Section 27-T100N-R49W from A-1 to RR (3-2)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plan for Long Meadow Estates at Spring Creek (5-0)
• Approved petition to vacate highway parcel ID 100.50.64.N001 (5-0)
• Approved hire of Alecia Halvorson as part-time Deputy Sheriff at $24.46/hr (4-0)
• Approved promotion of Krista Bast to Sergeant at $28.28/hr (4-0)
• Approved contract with JLG Architects for Justice Center services (5-0)
• Approved termination of ground lease with One Sky Inc and new lease with G36 Holdings LLC (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a second reading and public hearing regarding an ordinance to amend Joint Zoning Regulations for Lincoln County and the City of Sioux Falls. The amendment specifically concerns Article 9.00, Section 9.02(J) regarding Medical Cannabis Establishments.

• Public hearing on amending Joint Zoning Regulations for Medical Cannabis Establishments (Section 9.02(J))

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved an ordinance amending the joint zoning regulations for medical cannabis establishments in the C Commercial District. The vote was 3-1, with Chairman Landeen voting nay. Both the Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commissions had previously recommended approval, but their votes failed 0-5.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Article 9.00, Section 9.02(J) Medical Cannabis Establishment (3-1)
• Adjourned until June 28, 2022 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will review three applications for conditional use permits. The body will also receive public input on building eligibility transfers.

• USE-0023-2021: Amendment for a public utility storage building/office at 47349 274th Street
• USE-0026-2022: Off-premises sign at Parcel ID: 100.50.31.L200
• USE-0030-2022: Stable at 47152 275th Street
• Public input on building eligibility transfers

The Lincoln County Planning Commission approved four conditional-use applications, each with specific conditions, and recommended approval of an ordinance amendment to Chapter 154 with a recommendation to strike the term 'medical' before 'cannabis dispensary' in Section 7. All votes were unanimous (4-0). The commission also discussed the transfer of building eligibilities and received an update on the Prairie Acres preliminary plan.

• Approved USE-0023-2022 (Amendment) with conditions (4-0)
• Approved conditional-use application with conditions including off-premises signage compliance (4-0)
• Approved conditional-use application with conditions including site plan conformity (4-0)
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending Chapter 154, with recommendation to strike 'medical' before 'cannabis dispensary' in Section 7 (4-0)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit application. The request involves exceeding the 1,200 square foot limit for an accessory building at 26991 Hanson Place.

• Conditional Use Permit USE-0024-2022: Request to exceed 1,200 square feet of accessory building area (requesting 2,304 square feet) at 26991 Hanson Place

The joint Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commission meeting on May 11, 2022, was largely procedural, with approval of minutes and agenda. The only substantive action was approving an application by Gregory Fogelman for accessory buildings, subject to five conditions including size limits and no commercial use. Both the City and County commissions voted unanimously to approve.

• Approved Fogelman accessory building application with conditions (City 5-0, County 4-0)
• Approved April 13, 2022 meeting minutes (County 4-0, City 5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (County 4-0, City 5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a preliminary subdivision plan and consider two rezoning ordinances. The board will also discuss pretrial services agreements and a CO2 pipeline crossing the county.

• Public hearing for Preliminary Subdivision Plan of Prairie Acres Addition (Parcel ID: 100.50.73.2000)
• First reading for rezoning property in Springdale Township from Agricultural to Rural Residential
• First reading for ordinance amending Medical Cannabis Establishment regulations in the Commercial District
• Approval of claims totaling $3,017,019.53
• Discussion regarding agreement for pretrial services

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including over $3 million in claims and various reports. They also approved a preliminary subdivision plan for Prairie Acres Addition, declared a county parcel surplus for auction, and renewed a pretrial services contract with Minnehaha County for $17,500 per year in 2023 and 2024. Two rezoning ordinances received first readings, but both had failed Planning Commission recommendations.

• Approved claims totaling $3,017,019.53 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and reports (5-0)
• Approved preliminary subdivision plan for Prairie Acres Addition (5-0)
• Declared parcel 100.49.36.3000 surplus and authorized sealed bid auction (4-0)
• Appointed appraisers for surplus parcel (4-0)
• Renewed pretrial services contract with Minnehaha County at $17,500/year for 2023-2024 (4-0)
• Received first reading of rezoning ordinance for Springdale Township (no action)
• Received first reading of medical cannabis zoning amendment (no action)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will address various land and personnel matters, including a public input work session regarding CO2 pipeline crossings. The agenda includes several items for board action such as awarding bids for farmland and gravel, and discussing courthouse use agreements.

• Public input work session regarding CO2 pipeline crossing Lincoln County
• Award bid for 38.48 acres of farmland south of the Highway Shop
• Approve and award the bid for crushed surface gravel
• Ordinance amendment regarding Medical Cannabis Establishment in 'C' Commercial District
• Board action for an offer on the Tea land on 272nd St

The board approved the sale of 38.48 acres of farmland south of the Highway Shop to Lincoln County Ag LLC for $8,300, awarded a crushed surface gravel bid to Rechnagel Construction at $4.32 per ton, and approved a speed limit reduction on CR105 (466th Ave) to 55 mph. It also approved several personnel actions, including a new Correctional Officer position, a reclassification from Deputy Sheriff to Sergeant, an increased hiring bonus for certified deputies, and the over-hire of two Deputy Sheriff positions. The board rejected an offer on Tea land at 272nd St. and authorized negotiations for a Minnehaha County courtroom rental.

• Approved sale of 38.48 acres farmland to Lincoln County Ag LLC for $8,300 (4-0)
• Awarded crushed surface gravel bid to Rechnagel Construction at $4.32/ton (4-0)
• Approved speed limit reduction on CR105 (466th Ave) to 55 mph (5-0)
• Approved new Correctional Officer position (5-0)
• Approved reclassification from Deputy Sheriff to Sergeant (5-0)
• Increased hiring bonus for certified Deputy Sheriff from $5,000 to $7,500 (4-1)
• Approved over-hire of two Deputy Sheriff positions (4-0)
• Rejected offer on Tea land at 272nd St. (3-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hold a regular meeting on May 3, 2022. The agenda consists of procedural items including the Pledge of Allegiance and reconvening as a consolidated board.

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners convened as the County Consolidated Board of Equalization on May 3, 2022, and immediately adjourned. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was purely procedural.

• Reconvened as the Consolidated Board of Equalization (4-0)
• Adjourned the County Board of Equalization (4-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review specific property tax matters. The board will consider cases involving Hanisch Properties LLC and Dale Doane.

• Review of 100.50.32.J700 & 100.50.32.M300 regarding Hanisch Properties LLC
• Review of 230.10.07.010 regarding Dale Doane
• Approval of April 26, 2022 meeting minutes

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization, acting as the County Board of Commissioners, approved three property assessment appeals. Two appeals by Hanisch Properties LLC for properties in Delapre Township were granted with adjusted valuations, and one appeal by Dale Doane for a property in Worthing was granted with a set valuation. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Hanisch Properties appeal (parcel 100.50.32.J700): NAC $6,750, NAC1 $4,816, total $11,566 (4-0)
• Approved Hanisch Properties appeal (parcel 100.50.32.M300): NAC $12,000, total $12,000 (4-0)
• Approved Dale Doane appeal (parcel 230.10.070.010): NADO $9,940, NAD1O $74,280, total $84,220 (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will conduct several public hearings regarding malt beverage licenses, right-of-way vacations, and highway petitions. The agenda also includes a request for ARPA funding support for the Tea-Hagedorn Industrial Park Project.

• ARPA Funding Support Request - Tea-Hagedorn Industrial Park Project
• Public hearing for temporary on-sale malt beverage license for Jon and Denise Hanson
• Petition to vacate right of way between Sections 8 and 9, Township 100 North, Range 51 West
• Petition to vacate Highway 11 starting point to Parcel ID: 100.50.64.N001
• Agreement with SD DOT for 2022 striping

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $155,971.64 and payroll of $318,722.41, and several personnel actions such as promotions, hires, and resignations. They also approved road and bridge purchases from Marshall and Hutchinson County bids, an agreement with SD DOT for striping, and a Highway 106 corridor study agreement. Public hearings were held for a temporary malt beverage license and a right-of-way vacation, both approved. A hearing on a highway vacation was rescheduled to May 24 due to failure to publish notice.

• Approved consent agenda including claims of $155,971.64 and payroll of $318,722.41 (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Kari Winquist to Victims Witness Legal Assistant at $24.65/hr (5-0)
• Approved hire of Gavin Bautista and Beau Williams as seasonal Highway Workers at $16.50/hr (5-0)
• Approved hire of Corissa Sweeter as seasonal 4-H Summer Assistant at $13.00/hr (5-0)
• Approved purchase of services from Marshall County bid for milling/reclaiming (5-0)
• Approved purchase from Hutchinson County bid for liquid aggregate base stabilizer (5-0)
• Approved agreement with SD DOT for 2022 striping project (5-0)
• Approved temporary malt beverage license for Jon and Denise Hanson for Sept 17, 2022 event (5-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review property tax matters and applications. The session includes a review of minutes from three previous April 2022 meetings.

• Property review: Halverson, Randal & Patricia
• Property review: Hanisch Properties LLC
• Property review: Wilson Trailer Company
• Property review: Surdal, Kelvin & Cyndy
• Property tax exempt application: FCA

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization approved administrative changes and set assessed valuations for five appealed properties, including Wilson Trailer Company, Kelvin and Cyndy Surdal, Sun Enterprises, Wells Fargo Bank, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. All motions passed unanimously. One appeal was rescheduled to May 3, 2022.

• Approved administrative changes setting NACO at $25,500 and NAC1 at $1,872 (total $27,372) (5-0)
• Rescheduled objection for parcels 100.50.32.J700 and 100.50.32.M300 to May 3, 2022
• Rescinded prior motion from 04/20/2022 for Wilson Trailer Company parcel 250.15.00.C100 (5-0)
• Set valuation for Wilson Trailer Company at $10,263,606 (NADC $217,081, NADC2 $10,046,525) (5-0)
• Set valuation for Surdal parcel 097.49.01.4020 at $664,015 (NACO $147,000, NAC1O $487,767, NAC1 $29,248) (5-0)
• Set valuation for Sun Enterprises parcel 280.19.00.001C at $5,460,598 (NADC $1,738,685, NADC2 $3,721,913) (5-0)
• Set valuation for Wells Fargo Bank parcel 280.57.01.001 at $1,837,385 (NADC $940,453, NADC2 $896,932) (5-0)
• Granted 7% exempt, 93% taxable status for Fellowship of Christian Athletes parcel 280.07.01.002C (5-0)

General

The Consolidated Board of Equalization is meeting to review specific property tax appeals. The board will also consider approving administrative changes under SDCL 10-11-72.

• Approval of administrative changes pursuant to SDCL 10-11-72
• Appeal 200.14.05.009 - Nelson, Samuel J & Alison
• Appeal 200.29.00.021 - Amagansett Four LLC - Moulton-Ely, Robert
• Appeal 200.32.03.005 - Peterson, John & Leah
• Appeal 200.73.00.001 - DPEP LLC

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to review property assessment cases. The agenda includes a recommendation to deny a written notice of appeal and the approval of administrative changes.

• Recommendation to Deny Written Notice of Appeal pursuant to SDCL 10-11-27
• Approval of administrative changes pursuant to SDCL 10-11-26
• 50 individual property assessment hearings scheduled throughout the day

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider three applications for conditional use permits. These include a request to transfer building eligibilities, the installation of a fiber utility hut, and an increase in accessory building area with horse stabling.

• Conditional Use Permit: Transfer four building eligibilities from Perry Township to LaValley Township
• Conditional Use Permit: Public Utility Facility (Fiber Utility Hut) at 27122 480th Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit: Exceed 1,500 sq. ft. of accessory building area and horse stabling at 46678 279th Street

The Lincoln County Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for transferring four building eligibilities from SE ¼ Section 12-T99N-R51W to NW ¼ (Ex. Parts Sold), Section 7-T55N-R50W, with conditions, by a 4-2 vote. The commission also approved two other conditional use permits: one for a fiber utility hut and one for an accessory building/stable, both with conditions. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public input and a discussion on density zoning that was continued to the May 16 meeting.

• Approved conditional use permit for transfer of four building eligibilities (4-2)
• Approved conditional use permit for fiber utility hut (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for accessory building/stable (unanimous)
• Approved March 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hear recommendations from the Selection Committee regarding architect, engineer, and construction manager services for a proposed Justice Center. The meeting also includes scheduled executive sessions for personnel and legal matters.

• Recommendation for Architect/Engineer Services for the proposed Justice Center
• Recommendation for Construction Manager Services for the proposed Justice Center

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners authorized staff and TEGRA to begin contract negotiations with JLG/DLR for architect/engineer services and with Henry Carlson Construction for construction management, based on selection committee recommendations. The first motion passed 4-1, with Commissioner Poppens voting nay; the second passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized contract negotiations with JLG/DLR for architect/engineer services (4-1, Poppens nay)
• Authorized contract negotiations with Henry Carlson Construction for construction manager (4-0)

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two applications. One involves a warehouse expansion and the other a text amendment to zoning regulations for medical cannabis establishments.

• Conditional Use Permit USE-0020-2022 for 36,488 sq. ft. of additional warehousing at 27065 SD Highway 11
• Text Amendment RZNE-0011-2022 to amend Article 9.00 standards for medical cannabis establishments

The joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning Commission approved an amendment to the REC Storage, LLC conditional use permit with revised conditions, and denied a separate application by Dalton Grimmius. Both votes were unanimous in each body, with the County and City commissions voting separately.

• Approved REC Storage, LLC conditional use permit amendment (County 5-0, City 5-0)
• Denied Dalton Grimmius application (County 0-5, City 0-5)
• Approved December 8, 2021 meeting minutes (County 5-0, City 5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (County 5-0, City 5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board will consider several public hearings regarding liquor licenses and road vacations. Action items include approving a solid waste facility, bridge project contracts, and various tax abatements.

• Approval of Lincoln Area Transfer Station solid waste facility construction and operation
• Public hearing for a temporary on-sale liquor license at 47238 271st Street
• Public hearing to consider vacating Oak Ridge Road, Cedar Circle, and River View Road
• Discussion regarding SD DOT easements on Highway 18 reconstruction
• Approval of the 2022 bridge project contract

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a $1,098,334.48 construction contract with Prahm Construction for two structure replacements, approved a temporary liquor license for a Sioux Falls Community Foundation event, and vacated three roads. The board also approved several resolutions including a solid waste facility, increased WIC services, and a joint powers agreement for the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. A property tax abatement request for Edward & Marcene Brands was denied.

• Approved $1,098,334.48 construction contract with Prahm Construction for structure replacements (5-0)
• Approved temporary on-sale liquor license for Sioux Falls Community Foundation Inc. event on May 5, 2022 (5-0)
• Vacated Oak Ridge Road, Cedar Circle, and River View Road (5-0)
• Approved solid waste facility for Lincoln Area Transfer Station (5-0)
• Increased WIC services at Lincoln County Courthouse from 1 to 3 days per week (5-0)
• Approved joint powers agreement with SD Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (5-0)
• Denied property tax abatement for Edward & Marcene Brands (2-3)
• Approved $2,146,965.72 in claims (5-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to review specific property assessment appeals and tax-exempt applications. The body will also consider administrative changes and disabled veteran applications for the 2022 assessment year.

• Review of property appeals for Gordon & Angela Barrow, Brianna & Austin Whitley, Joshua S & Jenna C Fisher, and Wanda M Brady
• Approval of disabled veteran applications that missed the deadline for the 2022 assessment year
• Approval of continuation exempt applications pursuant to SDCL 10-4-19
• Approval or denial of new tax-exempt applications pursuant to SDCL 10-4-15
• Recommendation to deny Written Notice of Appeal pursuant to SDCL 10-11-27

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization approved administrative changes to property values, disabled veteran applications, and numerous tax exemptions, but denied all four owner-occupied status appeals. The board also denied six written notices of appeal for missing local deadlines.

• Approved administrative changes to property values for 13 parcels (5-0)
• Approved 11 disabled veteran applications that missed the deadline (5-0)
• Denied owner-occupied status for parcel 270.74.12.003 (0-5)
• Denied owner-occupied status for parcel 240.93.08.005 (0-5)
• Denied owner-occupied status for parcel 250.85.03.008 (0-5)
• Denied owner-occupied status for parcel 250.33.00.034A (0-5)
• Approved continuation exempt applications for multiple parcels (5-0)
• Approved new tax exemptions for Harrisburg Economic Development, Avera McKennan, EAA Chapter 289, and Home Builders Association (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a cattle CAFO expansion and the deletion of county roads from the highway inventory. Other business includes approving vehicle purchases, infrastructure contracts, and land lease extensions.

• Public hearing for Class A Cattle CAFO expansion from 1,000 to 2,000 head
• Public hearing regarding deletion of County roads from the Highway inventory
• Purchase of two truck chassis from I-State via SD DOT bid
• Contract with Asphalt Surface Technologies Corporation for 2022 micro surfacing project
• Public hearing date setting for Prairie Acres Addition preliminary subdivision plan

The board tabled a decision on the appeal of Conditional Use Permit #USE-0008-2022 to expand a cattle CAFO from 1,000 to 2,000 head, voting 3-2 to delay for 45 days. It also approved deleting two county road segments from the highway inventory due to transfer to Harrisburg, and approved purchasing two truck chassis for $117,559 each. Several personnel actions and other resolutions were approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Tabled CAFO expansion appeal for 45 days (3-2)
• Approved deletion of two county road segments from highway inventory (5-0)
• Approved purchase of two Freightliner 114D truck chassis at $117,559 each (5-0)
• Approved Joint Exercise of Governmental Powers Agreement for Bridge #42-110-253 (5-0)
• Approved microsurfacing contract with Asphalt Technologies Corporation (5-0)
• Approved request for bids for crushed surface gravel (5-0)
• Approved application for party status in CO2 pipeline case HP22-001 (4-0-1)
• Approved personal use of county vehicle for John Rombough (4-0-1)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Commission will consider approving the sale of county land to the City of Tea for water retention, authorize a listing agreement for 44.3 acres, and issue a proclamation for Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day. The agenda also includes routine approvals of claims, payroll, and consent items, plus several executive sessions.

• Approve survey of area for sale to City of Tea for water retention along Nine Mile Creek
• Authorize NAI Sioux Falls to list 44.3 acres at an agreed price
• Approve BIG Grant agreement with SD DOT
• Proclamation for Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day on March 29, 2022
• Claims: $279,044.25; Payroll: $322,811.37

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to list 44.3 acres near Tea for sale at $60,000 per acre, with NAI Sioux Falls authorized as the listing agent. The board also approved a survey of the area to transfer to the City of Tea for water retention along Nine Mile Creek. Other actions included approving a crack sealant purchase from a Yankton County bid, a BIG Grant agreement with SD DOT, a workforce grant application for a swine education building, and multiple property tax abatements. The board also approved the consent agenda, including hiring Terry Triebwasser as a full-time Equipment Operator at $19.99/hr.

• Approved listing 44.3 acres near Tea at $60,000/acre with NAI Sioux Falls (unanimous)
• Approved survey of area for transfer to City of Tea for water retention (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of crack sealant from Yankton County bid (unanimous)
• Approved BIG Grant agreement with SD DOT for project 42-148-050 (unanimous)
• Approved State Workforce grant application for swine education building (unanimous)
• Approved compromise of 38 County Aid Liens lacking identifying info (3-2, Arends and Landeen nay)
• Approved compromise of 6 County Aid Liens from 2016 deaths (unanimous)
• Approved three property tax abatements (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six applications, including a rezoning, a preliminary subdivision plan, and four conditional use permits. The commission will also hold a work session on the transfer of building eligibility.

• Rezoning from A-1 Agricultural to RR Rural Residential for N1/2 NE1/4, Section 27-T100N-R49W, Springdale Township (Parcel ID 100.49.27.1010)
• Preliminary subdivision plan for Long Meadow Estates at Spring Creek Addition, same property
• Conditional use permit to transfer four building eligibilities from Perry Township to LaValley Township (Poppens Family LLC)
• Conditional use permit for contractor's shop and storage yard at 27312 LaValley Place (Korre Properties, LLC)
• Conditional use permit to amend CUP 15-CUP-023 to exceed 10,000 sq ft warehouse at 27316 Ponderosa Circle (Javers Companies, LLC)

The Lincoln County Planning Commission denied two applications (motions failed unanimously and 2-5), tabled one application, and approved three others with conditions. The commission also decided to include building eligibility transfers for public input at the April 18, 2022 meeting.

• Denied application 1 (motion failed 0-7)
• Denied application 2 (motion failed 2-5)
• Tabled application 3 (motion carried 6-0)
• Approved application 4 with conditions (7-0)
• Approved application 5 (USE-0016-2022 amendment) with conditions (7-0)
• Approved application 6 with conditions (7-0)
• Agreed to include building eligibility transfers for public input on April 18, 2022 agenda

Weed & Pest Board

The Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board is holding its annual meeting to review the budget, discuss the 2022 proposed spray plan and township work, hear an equipment report on new software for rangers, and address trouble spots. Officer elections are also on the agenda. No votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda text.

• Budget report by Terry F
• 2022 proposed spray plan and townships
• New software on rangers
• Trouble spots discussion
• Officer elections

The board approved the agenda and heard reports on budget, chemical bids, and weed control plans. It elected officers for 2022: Roger Simunek as chair, Jim Jibben as vice chair, and Ralph Hammer as secretary/treasurer, all unanimously. The next meeting is set for June 16, 2022.

• Approved agenda for March 17, 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Roger Simunek as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Jim Jibben as vice chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ralph Hammer as secretary/treasurer (unanimous)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a medical marijuana license application for a property outside any municipality, and will consider several road and bridge projects, including awarding bids for microsurfacing and bridge replacement. The board will also vote on routine items such as claims totaling over $1.6 million and a consent agenda, and will enter executive sessions for personnel and legal matters.

• Public hearing on medical marijuana license for Shangri-La, LLC (Nevil Patel) on parcel 100.50.30.A017
• Approve and award bid for 2022 microsurfacing project
• Approve and award 2022 bridge replacement project
• Approve resolution on future land use for Spring Creek Golf Course
• Claims totaling $1,675,811.11 and payroll of $329,555.01

The board approved a medical marijuana dispensary license for Nevil Patel (Shangri-La, LLC) on a rural parcel, awarded two road construction contracts (microsurfacing to ASTECH for $996,350.49 and bridge replacement to Prahm Construction for $1,098,334.48), approved steel culvert purchases, and authorized a temporary easement for a bridge repair. A resolution on future land use for Spring Creek Golf Course failed on a 2-3 vote. The board also approved the consent agenda, including claims and payroll totaling over $2 million.

• Approved medical marijuana dispensary license for Nevil Patel (5-0)
• Awarded 2022 microsurfacing project to ASTECH for $996,350.49 (5-0)
• Awarded 2022 bridge replacement project to Prahm Construction for $1,098,334.48 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of steel culverts from True North Steel (5-0)
• Authorized temporary easement with SD Game Fish & Parks and Lyon County, Iowa (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims ($1,675,811.11) and payroll ($329,555.01) (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Dispatcher Dustin Odegard (5-0)
• Failed resolution on future land use for Spring Creek Golf Course (2-3)

General

The Lincoln County Courthouse Improvement Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the process and schedule with Tegra Group, Inc., and to review available sites for the courthouse project. This is an advisory meeting, and no final decisions are expected.

• Discussion of process and schedule with Tegra Group, Inc.
• Review of available sites for courthouse improvements

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance to rezone three parcels from light industrial and commercial to planned development. The board will also consider a consent agenda that includes hiring a property technician, setting a public hearing for a CAFO expansion appeal, and approving a ground lease termination and new lease for a hangar site. Several other items, including lease extensions and an airport grant application, are scheduled for discussion.

• Rezoning of Tracts 1, 5, and 5A (Parcel IDs 100.50.31.D100, D501, D500) from I-1 and C to PD
• Public hearing for appeal of Conditional Use Permit #USE-0008-2022 for CAFO expansion from 1,000 to 2,000 head
• Hire Kim McNulty as Property Technician at $18.06/hr
• Terminate ground lease with Cross Country Aviators and new lease with Amdahl Construction for hangar site I1
• Approve 2022 Airport Improvement Grant Application

The Board approved a second reading and public hearing for an ordinance rezoning Tracts 1, 5 and 5A (Ex. Lot H-1), Smith's Addition, from I-1 Light Industrial and C Commercial to the L.G. Everist/Ace Ready Mix Planned Development District, with specific regulations. The Board also approved several resolutions, including hiring Kim McNulty as a full-time Property Technician, setting a public hearing for a CAFO conditional use permit appeal, terminating and reissuing a hangar lease, approving a bridge grant certificate, and extending two leases for surplus property. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved rezoning to L.G. Everist/Ace Ready Mix Planned Development District (5-0)
• Approved hire of Kim McNulty as Property Technician at $18.06/hr (5-0)
• Set April 5, 2022 public hearing for CAFO conditional use permit appeal (5-0)
• Approved termination of Cross Country Aviators hangar lease and new lease with Amdahl Construction (5-0)
• Approved Utilities and Right-of-Way Certificate for bridge improvement grant (5-0)
• Approved lease extension for Old DOT Shop to Durable Equipment LLC at $800/month (5-0)
• Approved lease extension for Canton property to Durable Equipment LLC at $90.50/month (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Grant Application Checklist for GA Apron Reconstruction (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings for two property rezoning ordinances. Other business includes approving personnel hires, awarding a concrete supply bid, and discussing highway shop equipment.

• Rezoning Tract 1, Voge’s Addition from Rural Residential to Commercial
• Rezoning Lot 2, Tract 3, Huizenga Farms 2nd Addition from Agricultural to Rural Residential
• Approval of 2022 supply bid for Concrete Products (Terry Fluit)
• Selection of a consultant for 2022 bridge inspections
• Hire of Lon Hatcher as part-time Correctional Officer II at $23.03/hr

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three conditional use permit applications: transferring building eligibility between parcels, placing a fiber hut for a public utility, and expanding a cattle feedlot from 1,000 to 2,000 head. The commission will also elect officers for 2022 and consider routine items like minutes approval.

• Conditional use permit to transfer building eligibility from E275' of S210', NE1/4 SE1/4 to S1/2 SE1/4, Section 8-T99N-R50W (Pente Farms, LLC)
• Conditional use permit for a public utility fiber hut at 47349 274th Street (Alliance Communications)
• Conditional use permit to expand Class A Cattle CAFO from 1,000 to 2,000 head at 29088 SD Highway 11 (Primo Feedyards, LLC)
• Election of Planning Commission officers for 2022

The Lincoln County Planning Commission approved three conditional use permits, including a contentious amendment to a deep-pit cattle confinement barn (CAFO) limited to 2,000 cattle, with conditions on manure management, odor control, and engineering. The vote was 4-2, with Commissioners Hogan and Green dissenting. The commission also approved a building eligibility transfer and a fiber hut for Alliance Communications, and reappointed Ron Albers and Monty Derousseau as alternates.

• Approved minutes from January 18, 2022, unanimously.
• Approved the meeting agenda, unanimously.
• Approved Bret Merkle's conditional use permit to transfer one building eligibility between parcels, with conditions, 6-0.
• Approved Andy Hulscher/Alliance Communications' conditional use permit for a fiber hut, with conditions, 6-0.
• Approved Ross Hulstein's CAFO amendment (USE-0002-2020) with revised conditions, including a 2,000-cattle limit, 4-2.
• Re-elected Jerry Jongeling as Chairperson, unanimously (Jongeling abstained).
• Re-elected Wendi Hogan as Vice-Chairperson, unanimously (Hogan abstained).
• Reappointed Ron Albers and Monty Derousseau as alternates, unanimously.

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance to rezone a property from agricultural (A-1) to rural residential (RR), and will consider a resolution approving the preliminary plan for the Prairie Over Spring Creek Addition. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval and public comment.

• Second reading and public hearing for rezoning W1/2 NE1/4 (Ex. S 247.5' and W 24.75' Thereof), Section 22-T100N-R49W, from A-1 Agricultural to RR Rural Residential
• Resolution to approve Preliminary Plan of Prairie Over Spring Creek Addition (Parcel ID: 100.49.22.1020)

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners, in joint session with Sioux Falls, denied a request to rezone property from A-1 Agricultural to RR Rural Residential. The motion to approve the rezone failed for lack of a second, and a subsequent resolution to deny the rezone passed unanimously. The board also rejected the Preliminary Plan of Prairie Over Spring Creek Addition, with all members voting against it. The meeting was adjourned until March 1, 2022.

• Denied the rezone of W1/2 NE1/4 (Ex. S 247.5' and W 24.75' Thereof), Section 22-T100N-R49W, from A-1 Agricultural to RR Rural Residential, after a motion to approve failed for lack of a second.
• Approved a resolution to deny the rezone, passed unanimously (5-0).
• Rejected the Preliminary Plan of Prairie Over Spring Creek Addition, with all five commissioners voting 'Nay'.
• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:00 p.m., with the next meeting set for 8:30 a.m. on March 1, 2022.

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Commission will consider authorizing a Request for Proposal for Construction Manager at Risk and Architect/Engineering Services, and appoint a panel to review proposals. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda approval and three executive sessions for personnel, legal, and contract negotiation matters.

• Authorize RFP for Construction Manager at Risk and Architect/Engineering Services
• Appoint panel to review RFPs
• Approve minutes from 02.08.2022
• Executive sessions on personnel, legal counsel, and contract negotiations

The Board approved the Requests for Proposals (RFPs) with presented language changes for Construction Manager at Risk and Architecture services, despite a failed motion to enter executive session. It also appointed a panel to review proposals for these services. The meeting was recessed until February 22, 2022.

• Approved the agenda and consent agenda unanimously.
• Approved the minutes from the February 8, 2022 meeting.
• Failed a motion to enter executive session (2-2 vote).
• Approved the RFPs for Construction Manager at Risk and Architecture services (3-2 vote).
• Appointed a panel to review proposals for Construction Manager at Risk and Architecture services (unanimous).
• Recessed until February 22, 2022.

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Commission will hold its regular meeting on February 8, 2022, to approve routine items, consider several rezoning ordinances (first readings), and authorize requests for proposals and bids for construction and road projects. The board will also enter executive sessions to discuss personnel and legal matters.

• Claims totaling $1,982,721.77 and payroll of $325,422.37
• Step increases for five Sheriff's Office deputies (rates $24.46–$26.34/hr)
• First reading: rezoning Voge's Addition from RR to Commercial (Parcel 098.50.09.D100)
• First reading: rezoning Huizenga Farms 2nd Addition from A-1 to RR (Parcel 099.50.02.F302)
• First reading: rezoning Smith's Addition from I-1/C to PD (Parcels 100.50.31.D100, .D501, .D500)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to redraw commissioner district boundaries based on the 2020 census, and will also hear results of a road condition study for CR143 and consider authorizing bids for a 2022 bridge project. The board will vote on consent agenda items including three zoning rezonings and a medical marijuana license amendment. Several executive sessions are scheduled for legal and personnel matters.

• Public hearing on redistricting commissioner districts per 2020 census
• Rezoning Tract 1, Voge's Addition from RR to Commercial (Parcel 098.50.09.D100)
• Rezoning Lot 2, Huizenga Farms 2nd Addition from A-1 to RR (Parcel 099.50.02.F302)
• Rezoning Tracts 1, 5, 5A, Smith's Addition to Planned Development (Parcel 100.50.31.D100)
• Replacement warrant for IMEG Corp for $5,041.65

The board adopted an ordinance redrawing the five commissioner districts based on the 2020 Census, after a motion to switch to at-large representation failed 2-3. The board also set public hearing dates for three rezoning requests, approved a bid authorization for two bridge projects, and selected Tegra Group for construction management services.

• Adopted redistricting ordinance with new district boundaries (4-1)
• Rejected at-large commissioner proposal (2-3)
• Set first reading Feb 8 and public hearing Feb 22 for rezoning at Voge's Addition (RR to C)
• Set first reading Feb 8 and public hearing Feb 22 for rezoning at Huizenga Farms (A-1 to RR)
• Set first reading Feb 8 and public hearing Mar 1 for rezoning at Smith's Addition (I-1/C to PD)
• Amended medical marijuana cultivation license to Kasey Hahn
• Approved replacement warrant for IMEG Corp for $5,041.65
• Authorized bid requests for 2022 bridge projects (42-010-109 and 42-004-100)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Commission will hold public hearings on two medical marijuana license applications, a rezoning request, and a temporary liquor license, and will consider several agreements and reports. The board will also enter executive sessions for legal and personnel matters.

• Rezoning of Lot 1, Dakota Steel Addition, 29029 477th Avenue, from A-1 Agricultural to I-1 Light Industrial (second reading)
• Medical marijuana license for Dalton Grimmius (Dakota Herb LLC) at Muellers 2nd ADD Lot 4B, Sioux Falls
• Medical marijuana license for Ned Horsted (605 Cannabis LLC) at E1/2SE1/4, parcel 098.50.18.4010
• Temporary on-sale malt beverage license for Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation fundraiser on March 26, 2022
• Agreement with Helms & Associates for Airport Project AIP 3-46-0078-020-2022

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved two medical marijuana licenses for Dalton Grimmius (Dakota Herb LLC) and Ned Horsted (605 Cannabis LLC), both to operate outside of municipalities. They also approved a lease agreement with the Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation and waived building permit fees. A rezoning application for 29029 477th Avenue was withdrawn by the applicant. The board approved the consent agenda, including claims and payroll, and entered executive sessions for legal matters.

• Approved medical marijuana license for Dalton Grimmius (Dakota Herb LLC) (5-0)
• Approved medical marijuana license for Ned Horsted (605 Cannabis LLC) (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation and waived building permit fees (5-0)
• Approved temporary on-sale malt beverage license for Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims of $340,120.10 and payroll of $326,625.75 (4-0)
• Approved WIC services agreement amendment with SD Dept. of Health (4-0)
• Approved step increases for two Sheriff's deputies (4-0)
• Rezoning application for 29029 477th Avenue withdrawn by applicant

General

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners is holding a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance to rezone a property from agricultural to rural residential, and will consider approving a preliminary plat for a new subdivision. Public comment will be taken.

• Rezoning of W1/2 NE1/4 (Ex. S 247.5’ and W 24.75’ Thereof), Section 22-T100N-R49W, from A-1 Agricultural to RR Rural Residential
• Resolution approving Preliminary Plan of Prairie Over Spring Creek Addition (Parcel ID: 100.49.22.1020)

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners, in joint session with Sioux Falls, deferred both the public hearing on a rezoning request and the resolution approving the preliminary plan for Prairie Over Spring Creek Addition. The deferrals were requested by applicant Tom Winker and will be reconsidered on February 22, 2022. No public comment was offered, and the meeting adjourned after about 10 minutes.

• Deferred rezoning hearing for 30 days to Feb 22, 2022 (3-2)
• Deferred preliminary plan approval for Prairie Over Spring Creek Addition to Feb 22, 2022 (4-1)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned until Feb 1, 2023 (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Commission will consider approving the agenda, hear public comment, and discuss a letter to Senator Ernie Otten outlining a potential Lincoln County Justice Center. The board will then hold three executive sessions concerning personnel, legal matters, and contract negotiations.

• Letter to Senator Ernie Otten outlining a potential Lincoln County Justice Center
• Executive session on public officer/employee qualifications (SDCL 1-25-2(1))
• Executive session on legal counsel consultation (SDCL 1-25-2(3))
• Executive session on contract negotiations (SDCL 1-25-2(4))

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing the Auditor to send a letter of information to State Representative Ernie Otten regarding a potential Lincoln County Justice Center. The board also approved the meeting agenda and adjourned. No public comments were made.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved resolution to transmit letter to Rep. Ernie Otten about potential Justice Center (3-0)
• Adjourned until January 25, 2022 (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning applications, including a request to change a property from rural residential to commercial, another from agricultural to rural residential, and a third to a planned development district. The commission will also discuss conclusions from a joint work session with the Board of Commissioners and consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Rezoning from RR Rural Residential to C Commercial, Tract 1, Voge's Addition, Parcel ID 098.50.09.D100
• Rezoning from A-1 Agricultural to RR Rural Residential, Lot 2, Tract 3, Huizenga Farms 2nd Addition, Parcel ID 099.50.02.F302
• Rezoning from I-1 Light Industrial and C Commercial to PD Planned Development (L.G. Everist/Ace Ready Mix), Smith's Addition, Parcel IDs 100.50.31.D100, D501, D500
• Discussion of joint work session with Board of Commissioners

The Lincoln County Planning Commission voted on three applications. It denied a conditional use permit for Julie Pommer and a rezone for Mark Blow, both by 1-5 votes. It approved a rezone application presented by Dennis Fields and Lance Pollman by a 6-0 vote. The meeting also included approval of minutes and agenda, with no public input or old business.

• Approved December 20, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Denied conditional use permit for Julie Pommer (1-5)
• Denied rezone application for Mark Blow (1-5)
• Approved rezone application for Dennis Fields and Lance Pollman (6-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Commission will hold its regular meeting, addressing routine approvals, a rezoning request near Worthing, and preparations for redistricting. The board will also discuss project management services, 4-H matters, and several highway department items.

• First reading of ordinance to rezone W1/2 NE1/4 (Ex. S 247.5' and W 24.75' thereof), Section 22-T100N-R49W from A-1 Agricultural to RR Rural Residential (Parcel ID: 100.49.22.1020)
• Authorize advertising public hearing for Feb. 1, 2022 to change commissioner district boundaries per 2020 census
• Claims totaling $1,970,747.34 and payroll of $342,771.02
• Increase Mental Illness Board attorney rate to $101/hour, mileage $1/mile effective Jan. 1, 2022
• Approval of 2022 Employee Holiday Schedule and clarification of Cost of Living Increase for Command Staff

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved the agenda, claims totaling $1,970,247.34, and the consent agenda including minutes and several resolutions. They also authorized an RFP for a project manager, set spring load limits, approved a trailer purchase, and transferred a surplus vehicle. The board held a first reading for a rezoning ordinance near Worthing.

• Approved claims totaling $1,970,247.34 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and resignations (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for contract service manager/owner representative/project manager (5-0)
• Set spring load limits at 7 tons/axle on asphalt and 6 tons/axle on gravel roads (5-0)
• Approved purchase of trailer from Ludens for $20,950.00 for Highway Department (5-0)
• Transferred surplus Ford Explorer to Auditor's Office (5-0)
• Approved administrative leave for April 15, 2022, courthouse closure (5-0)
• Granted cost-of-living pay increase to Sheriff's Office Command Staff (5-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners approved numerous routine resolutions, including annual appointments to boards and committees, setting election official fees, and authorizing agreements for adult detention, animal control, and handgun replacement. They also scheduled public hearings for a rezoning and three license applications. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda and minutes (unanimous)
• Reappointed Tiffani Landeen as Chair and Joel Arends as Vice Chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Set election official fees: $175 for precinct officials, $200 for election superintendent, $25 for training, $20 for cell phone use, $15/hour for ballot counting, $50 rent per polling place (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 agreements for adult detention with Union County and animal control with Sioux Falls Area Humane Society (unanimous)
• Declared 24 Glock handguns surplus and approved purchase of 31 new Glocks for $5,853.60 after trade-in (unanimous)
• Approved property tax abatement of $1,848.84 for Whisper Ridge South LLC (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearings for rezoning (Prairie Over Spring Creek Addition) and licenses for alcohol and medical marijuana (unanimous)
• Approved numerous annual appointments to boards and committees (unanimous)

Courthouse Improvement Advisory Committee

The Lincoln County Courthouse Improvement Advisory Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on financing mechanisms for a possible new courthouse, discuss potential construction locations, and consider a presentation to the county commission by Lincoln County Development. The agenda includes no votes or decisions, only discussion items.

• Presentation by Tom Grimmond on financing mechanisms and methods for possible courthouse construction
• Discussion on locations for possible courthouse construction
• Discussion on presentation to the commission by Lincoln County Development