Lincoln County public meetings in 2024

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to adopt the Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan and consider multiple zoning ordinance amendments. The meeting also includes routine approvals for payroll, claims, and licenses.

• Public hearing for Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan
• Second reading & public hearing for multiple zoning ordinance amendments
• Approve snow plow attachment purchase for $10,944.12
• Approve agreements with Eagleview for $44,070.00
• Approve 2025 Commercial Garbage Hauler/Recycling Collection Licenses

The board adopted the Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan, superseding the 2005 plan. It also approved a $640,324.71 claims resolution, several tax refunds/abatements, and various agreements. Four zoning ordinances were sent back to Planning and Zoning after second readings and public hearings.

• Adopted Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan (5-0)
• Approved $640,324.71 in claims for 12.24.2024 (5-0)
• Approved tax refund of $516.12 for Dayton Township parcel (5-0)
• Approved tax abatement of $2,032.75 for Sioux Falls parcel (5-0)
• Approved 2025 garbage hauler/recycling licenses for five entities (5-0)
• Approved Eagleview agreement for $44,070 over 6 years (5-0)
• Surplused parcel 240.28.76.1000 and approved transfer to City of Tea (5-0)
• Sent four zoning ordinances back to Planning and Zoning (4-1)

Weed & Pest Board

The Weed & Pest Board will first approve its agenda and minutes, then receive budget, equipment, spray, and complaints reports. In new business, the board will review the Noxious Weeds List presented by Russ Heggen. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Motion to approve Weed & Pest Board agenda
• Motion to approve Weed & Pest Board minutes
• Budget report
• Equipment report
• Review Noxious Weeds List (Russ Heggen)

The Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board met on December 17, 2024, and approved the agenda, minutes, and reports from the weed supervisor and foreman. They also voted to continue with the current list of local noxious weeds. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (motion by Jibbens, second by Smit)
• Approved minutes (motion by Gillespie, second by Paulson)
• Accepted supervisor and foreman reports (motion by Smit, second by Gillespie)
• Continued with current local noxious weed list (motion by Jibbens, second by Gillespie)

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three applications: a rezoning of Iken's Tract 2 and two conditional use permits transferring building eligibility between parcels. The commission will also vote on the 2025 Planning & Zoning Calendar and receive a commission briefing.

• Public hearing: Application RZNE-0075-2024 to change Iken's Tract 2 from A-1 Agricultural to C Commercial (Applicant Jess Iken).
• Public hearing: Application USE-0076-2024 conditional use permit to transfer one building eligibility between parcels in Lynn Township (Applicant Dave Abbas).
• Public hearing: Application USE-0080-2024 conditional use permit to transfer one building eligibility between parcels in Highland Township (Applicant Steven A Sherman - Living TST).
• Approval of the 2025 Planning & Zoning Calendar.
• Planning Commission briefing.

The Lincoln County Planning Commission denied a request to rezone Iken's Tract 2 from A-1 Agricultural to C Commercial, with all five members voting against. The commission approved two conditional use permits to transfer building eligibilities, and approved the 2025 Planning & Zoning Calendar with a date change.

• Denied rezoning of Iken's Tract 2 to C Commercial (0-5)
• Approved conditional use permit for Dave Abbas to transfer building eligibility (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Steven A Sherman to transfer building eligibility (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Planning & Zoning Calendar, moving March 17 meeting to March 18 (5-0)

Board of Commission

The commission will approve the Consent Agenda items, including Lincoln County claims totaling $2,307,821.49. A public hearing will consider budget supplements that add approximately $726,188 to various department budgets. Additional actions include authorizing service agreements, cash transfers, and first readings of zoning ordinance amendments.

• Public hearing to adopt $726,188 in budget supplements for Equalization, IT, Sheriff, Juvenile Detention, and Highway budgets
• Approval of $15,000 agreement authorizing the Sheriff to execute an agreement with Regroup Mass Notification
• Cash transfer of $100,000 from the General Fund to the 911 Communications Fund
• Agreement with Houston Engineering Inc. for a Safe Streets for All plan, amounting to $124,896.35
• First reading of multiple zoning ordinance amendments to Chapter 154 (definitions, permissive and conditional uses)

The board approved the consent agenda including $2,307,821.49 in claims, plus several resolutions for 2025 agreements (jail, animal control, detention services) and budget supplements. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved $2,307,821.49 in claims (4-0)
• Approved $15,000 Regroup Mass Notification agreement (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Union County Jail Contract (4-0)
• Approved step increases for Paul Anderson and Wendy Sweeter (4-0)
• Rescinded step increase for Craig Johnson (4-0)
• Approved 2024 budget supplements totaling $705,559 (4-0)
• Approved $60,000 to eight centers for opioid settlement funds (4-0)
• Approved $124,896.35 Houston Engineering safety plan (4-0)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will decide on several high-cost equipment purchases and fund transfers. They will also hold a public hearing regarding a temporary alcohol license for the county fairgrounds.

• Budgeted cash transfer from General Fund to Highway Fund of $1,500,000
• Purchase of a motor grader from Butler Cat for $448,499.71
• Phone system upgrade software and equipment for $101,957.00
• Public hearing for a temporary on-sale malt beverage license for Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation Inc
• Payment estimate for AIP #3-46-0078-023-2024 and BIL #3-46-0078-022-2024 for $401,992.92

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will approve the agenda and routine items such as payroll and reports. It will set the first and second reading dates for several amendments to Chapter 154 of the County Zoning Code, covering definitions, permissive and conditional uses in Agricultural and Recreation/Conservation districts, and the Light Industrial district. The board will also approve budget supplements totaling $391,874.77 for the Airport Fund and $84,074.11 for Economic Assistance, a $60,000 payment from an economic assistance account, and a quit‑claim deed transferring specific parcels to Travis and Julie Larson.

• Approve quit‑claim deed transferring Lot 28 and part of Lot 29, Block 1, Highlawn’s Addition to Lennox to Travis and Julie Larson (Parcel No. 250.48.01.028)
• Approve automatic budget supplement to the Airport Fund for unanticipated grants totaling $391,874.77 (accounts 236-4331-33198 $371,249.78, 236-4331-33400 $20,624.99, 236-4331-433100 $391,874.77)
• Approve automatic budget supplement to Economic Assistance for unanticipated funds of $84,074.11 (accounts 101-4410-36900 and 101-4410-419000)
• Set first reading on Dec 10, 2024 and second reading/public hearing on Dec 24, 2024 for multiple zoning ordinance amendments to Chapter 154 (sections on definitions, permissive and conditional uses in A‑1 Agricultural and RC Recreation/Conservation districts, and I‑1 Light Industrial district)
• Approve payment of $60,000 from economic assistance account 101-4410-419000

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding carbon dioxide pipeline and production facility zoning amendments and the Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also consider a conditional use permit for accessory building expansion in Springdale Township.

• Conditional use permit USE-0074-2024 for 5,400 additional square feet of accessory building area for Jesse and Laura Wright
• Text amendments to Chapter 154 (Zoning) regarding carbon dioxide pipelines and production facilities
• Connecting Lincoln County 2050 Comprehensive Plan

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Commission will approve routine items such as the agenda, payroll of $451,267.17, and several reports. It will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $5,875,875.34 county claim and a public hearing set for Dec. 10 to adopt multiple budget supplements for equalization, IT, sheriff, juvenile detention, and highway departments. Additional actions include approving an automatic budget supplement for the State's Attorney office and several personnel and contract matters.

• Set Dec. 10 public hearing to adopt budget supplements: $19,530 (Equalization), $3,629 (IT), $17,000 (IT Microsoft agreement), $155,448 (Sheriff), $180,559 (Juvenile Detention), $350,022 (Highway wheel loader)
• Approve Lincoln County claims for $5,875,875.34
• Approve automatic budget supplement for State's Attorney office: $24,395.59, $20,000, $1,530, $1,200, $1,665.59
• Approve Wellness Service Agreement with Well365, LLC
• Approve 2025 Pay Matrix and elected officials' 2025 compensation

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve its agenda, a payroll expense of $451,986.50, and several consent‑agenda items including a flood‑relief agreement with the South Dakota Department of Transportation. They will also appoint Helms Engineering as the county’s airport consultant for the 2025‑2029 period. Additional actions include canvassing the November 4, 2024 general election results and approving multiple replacement warrant applications ranging from $21.74 to $837.38.

• Approve Helms Engineering as airport consultant (2025‑2029)
• Approve agreement with SD Department of Transportation for Emergency Relief funding for June 2024 flood
• Approve payroll expense of $451,986.50
• Approve replacement warrant applications (e.g., $21.74 for Grainger, $837.38 for Joel Westra, $180 for Novo Nordisk Inc)
• Conduct county canvass of the November 4, 2024 General Election results

General

The Board will first approve the meeting agenda. It will then hold a public hearing on an appeal concerning Conditional Use Permit #USE-0050-2024 for a stable on the Hanson Family Foundation Addition property in Springdale Township. The appeal challenges the unanimous approvals by the Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commissions. The meeting also includes a period for public comment, an informational commissioner report, and adjournment.

• Approve meeting agenda (routine business)
• Public hearing on appeal of Conditional Use Permit #USE-0050-2024 for a stable on N1/2 NE1/4 (Except Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Hanson Family Foundation Addition), Section 19‑T100N‑R49W, Springdale Township
• Opportunity for public comment
• Commissioner report (informational only)
• Adjournment

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review several highway infrastructure projects and equipment acquisitions. The body is also deciding on alcoholic beverage application renewals and various county claims.

• Proposal for design engineering for a roundabout at CR116 and CR105 for $97,444.00
• Preliminary engineering for Lake Alvin outlet structure (42-160-044) for $130,814.36
• Purchase of snow and truck equipment from J-craft by TBEI for $307,854.00
• Purchase of one pickup from Lamb Chevrolet for $52,995
• Approval of county claims in the amount of $1,379,235.45

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the September 16 meeting and adopt today’s agenda. It will hold a public hearing on application USE-0071-2024, which seeks to exceed the 1,500‑square‑foot limit for accessory building area, requesting 3,510 square feet at 46690 279th Street. The meeting also includes a Planning Commission briefing and an opportunity for public input on non‑agenda items.

• Approve minutes from the September 16, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• Approve today’s meeting agenda
• Public hearing on conditional use permit (USE-0071-2024) to exceed 1,500 sq ft accessory building area, requesting 3,510 sq ft at 46690 279th Street
• Planning Commission briefing (Toby Brown)
• Public input on non‑agenda items

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve a claims package totaling $4.15 million and authorize the purchase of six Chevrolet Tahoes. The meeting includes public hearings on a liquor license transfer and budget supplements, as well as setting dates for appeals regarding conditional use permits for a stable and a kennel.

• Approve $4,154,131.15 in county claims
• Authorize purchase of six Chevrolet Tahoes for $52,714.20 each
• Public hearing on liquor license transfer to Raj & Son Fuel, LLC
• Public hearing to adopt budget supplements for IT, Treasurer, Sheriff, and Airport
• Set joint public hearings for October 22 on stable and kennel permit appeals

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will consider several financial actions, including a $350,021.73 purchase of a wheel loader and a $29,545 change order for a structure. A public hearing will be held on a temporary liquor license for David Derschan's 57015 Bar LLC at the Prosper Country Warehouse in Lennox. The Board will also approve insurance agreements and establish committees for the public defender office and budget process.

• Approve agreement with Quadient Leasing USA Inc. for $23,215.80 over a 5‑year term
• Approve change order for structure #42-007-040 PCN08XA in the amount of $29,545
• Approve purchase of a replacement wheel loader from Butler Cat for $350,021.73 via Sourcewell contract
• Public hearing on a temporary on‑sale liquor license for 57015 Bar LLC (Chancellor Bar) at 46620 278th St., Lennox, SD
• Approve South Dakota Public Assurance Alliance as the county’s property and liability coverage carrier

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will consider routine items such as the agenda approval, payroll of $449,371.27, and several consent agenda approvals. Regular business includes a presentation on strategic planning, a proposal to adopt the South Dakota Public Assurance Alliance as the county's property and liability coverage carrier, and a bid package for acceptance testing at the Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport. The board will also vote on co‑sponsoring Canton’s application to the State Water Plan and on several financial transfers and contracts.

• Approve Lincoln County claims for 09.24.2024 totaling $290,529.23
• Transfer $9,158.00 from the Statewide Sobriety fund to the 24/7 Sobriety Fund
• Hire H. Van Voorst Concrete to install sidewalks on west Main Street for $8,581.65
• Approve South Dakota Public Assurance Alliance as the county's property and liability insurance carrier
• Approve bid package from American Engineering Testing, Inc. for acceptance testing at Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport

Weed & Pest Board

The Weed & Pest Board will meet to approve the agenda and previous minutes. The board will receive reports on the budget, spraying, equipment, and trouble spots from Russ Heggen.

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

The Lincoln County Weed & Pest Board approved the agenda, minutes, and a budget report from Weed Foreman Russ Heggen, who outlined a plan to address overtime costs and upcoming chemical purchases. Heggen also reported spraying road shoulders, normal equipment function, and that 63 complaints were received with 21 letters sent, only 3 showing unsatisfactory compliance. No old business was discussed, and the annual tour was presented via photos. The year-end meeting date will be announced later.

• Approved agenda (motion by Smit, second by Paulson)
• Approved minutes (motion by Paulson, second by Smit)
• Accepted budget report (motion by Hammer, second by Smit)
• Accepted reports on spraying, equipment, and complaints (motion by Smit, second by Paulson)
• Adjourned at 9:10 AM (motion by Hammer, second by Smit)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a warehouse expansion. The body will also hold a work session to discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Application USE-0063-2024: Request to add 2,139 square feet to a warehouse for a total of 27,495 square feet at 27066 Kerslake Place
• Work Session: Comprehensive Plan Update

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold public hearings for two conditional use permits. Both applications concern land use in Springdale Township.

• USE-0056-2024: Conditional use permit for warehousing at 605 Storage Condos Addition
• USE-0065-2024: Conditional use permit for a kennel at Parcel ID: 100.49.19.1010

The joint Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for warehousing at 605 Storage Condos in Springdale Township with conditions, and denied a conditional use permit for a kennel proposed by Troy Luettel. Both votes were split, with the county voting 3-1 in favor of the warehouse and unanimously against the kennel, while the city voted 3-1 in favor of the warehouse and unanimously against the kennel.

• Approved conditional use permit for warehousing at 605 Storage Condos (County 3-1, City 3-1)
• Denied conditional use permit for kennel at Hanson Family Foundation property (County 4-0, City 4-0)

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board will hold a public hearing to adopt several budget supplements for the 2024 budget, including increases for IT, the Treasurer, the Sheriff, and the Airport. The Board will also approve a $2,473,589.94 county claim, transfer $317,974.45 from an ARPA fund, and consider a temporary on‑sale liquor license for a Lennox event. Additional items include rescinding a 2024 resolution and adopting the 2025 provisional budget.

• Approve Lincoln County claim for 08/13/2024 in the amount of $2,473,589.94
• Public hearing to adopt budget supplements: IT $5,170.00; Treasurer $7,837.00; Sheriff $81,775.00; Airport $576,222.77 revenue and $236,374.07 expenditures
• Transfer $317,974.45 from ARPA assigned fund balance to unassigned fund balance
• Consider temporary on‑sale liquor license for David Derschan, 57015 Bar LLC at Prosper Country Warehouse & Event Hall, Lennox, SD
• Approve and adopt the 2025 Provisional Budget for Lincoln County

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve routine items such as the agenda, payroll of $448,485.08, and several consent agenda actions. They will consider a public hearing on the 2025 county budget and discuss regular business items including a highway project at Marv Skie Airport and a highway profile milling purchase. Executive sessions will address personnel qualifications, legal counsel matters, and contract negotiations.

• Approve payroll of $448,485.08
• Approve agreement with the State of South Dakota Department of Transportation for project 3-46-0078-22-2024 at Marv Skie Airport
• Authorize letter of engagement with the South Dakota Department of Legislative Audit for the 2023 audit
• Transfer inventory: 2016 Dodge Charger VIN 2C3CDXKT0JH297936 from the Sheriff’s Office to the State’s Attorney’s Office
• Public hearing on the 2025 Lincoln County Budget

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda, payroll of $457,242.15, and several consent agenda items, including $1,042,278.39 in county claims and a 2025 Local Emergency Management Performance Grant agreement. Regular business includes a lien compromise request, reclassifying a maintenance position, creating a new State's Attorney classification, and a presentation on the 2050 Comprehensive Plan update. The meeting also contains three executive‑session topics related to employee qualifications, legal counsel matters, and contract negotiations.

• Approve Lincoln County claims for $1,042,278.39 (Consent Agenda)
• Approve and authorize execution of the 2025 Local Emergency Management Performance Grant sub‑recipient agreement
• Board action on lien compromise/settlement request from Evan & Nadene Roelfsema
• Reclassify Lead Maintenance Worker to Senior Building Maintenance Technician position
• Create a new classification in the State's Attorney's Office

General

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will meet on August 27, 2024 at Carnegie Town Hall. The meeting includes routine approval of the agenda. The board will discuss the Sioux Falls 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Public comment will be allowed before adjournment.

• Board action to approve agenda
• Discussion of Sioux Falls 2040 Comprehensive Plan

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit applications: a Class 1 Major Home Occupation at 47121 272nd St and an outdoor storage request at Parcel ID 099.50.05.E305. The commission will also consider text amendments to Chapter 154 (Zoning) concerning carbon dioxide pipelines and production facilities. A work session on updating the Comprehensive Plan is scheduled as new business.

• Conditional use permit (USE-0058-2024) for a Class 1 Major Home Occupation at 47121 272nd St, applicant Jennifer Ellis, property owner Dakota 1 Properties LLC.
• Conditional use permit (USE-0059-2024) for outdoor storage at Parcel ID 099.50.05.E305, applicant Bertsch Properties LLC.
• Text amendments to Chapter 154 (Zoning) of the Lincoln County Code for carbon dioxide pipelines and production facilities.
• Work session: Comprehensive Plan Update.

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will meet to review a permit application for a stable. The body will also approve minutes from the July 10, 2024, meeting.

• Public hearing for USE-0050-2024: Conditional Use Permit for a stable at Parcel ID: 100.49.19.1010 in Springdale Township

Board of Commission

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will vote on several consent agenda items, including a $3,584,867.87 claim and final financial closeout for the Marv Skie Airport apron reconstruction. Regular business includes discussion of demolishing a tax‑deed property, declaring it surplus for auction, changing polling locations for Precinct 27 and 29, and forming an airport consultant selection committee. The meeting also contains routine reports, an executive session on personnel and legal matters, and upcoming event notices.

• Approve Lincoln County claims for 08.13.2024 in the amount of $3,584,867.87
• Authorize the Chair to sign the Final Financial Closeout Volume 1 for the Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport GA Apron Reconstruction
• Authorize the Chair to sign Amendment #2 to the Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport North GA Apron Reconstruction Project
• Approve Application Affidavit of Replacement Warrant for $1,381.23 (original warrant #121572)
• Approve polling location change for Precinct 27 and Precinct 29 in the City of Harrisburg

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a budgeted cash transfer to the Highway Fund and discuss cost-sharing agreements with the City of Canton. The meeting includes a public hearing for a temporary liquor license and authorization for emergency road structure repairs.

• Budgeted cash transfer of $2,000,000 from the General Fund to the Highway Fund
• Payroll approval for $457,290.20
• Public hearing for a temporary on-sale liquor license for 57015 Bar LLC at 46620 278th St., Lennox
• Emergency repair authorization for structure #42-160-044 on CR135 (480th Ave) near Lake Alvin
• Discussion on cost sharing with City of Canton for Cedar Street flooding and N. West Ave improvements

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider the 2025 provisional budget and authorize hiring for new positions within that budget. The meeting includes a public hearing for a temporary liquor license and several property reconveyances.

• Approval of claims in the amount of $2,517,800.12
• Public hearing for a temporary on-sale liquor license for The Good Earth Farm and Animal Sanctuary
• Authorization for the Sheriff to purchase a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe
• Approval of the 2025 Provisional Budget for publication
• Transfer of $66,624.73 in Wheel Tax to townships and cities

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for Pifer's Auction & Realty to expand retail space to 12,000 square feet at 28020 Boondocks Avenue. The meeting will also include a work session on updating the Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit USE-0049-2024 for 12,000 sq ft auction house at 28020 Boondocks Avenue
• Work session on Comprehensive Plan Update

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and Sioux Falls Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to increase allowed accessory building space at 26986 South Dakota Highway 11. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit USE-0048-2024 to increase accessory building space to 2,223 square feet
• Approval of May 8, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the creation of Tax Incremental District Number 10. The meeting also includes a budget work session and a presentation on development in the Lake Alvin area.

• Public hearing for Tax Incremental District Number 10
• $19,700.00 legal services agreement with Meierhenry Sargent LLP
• $100,000 Safe Streets for All grant agreement
• $9,900 purchase of a used Kubota tractor
• Presentation on Lake Alvin area development

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider a disaster area declaration and equipment rentals for flood damage repairs. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a temporary alcohol license at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds.

• $878,887.00 construction bid from Soukup Construction Inc. for Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport
• Public hearing for a temporary malt beverage license at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds
• Rental of heavy equipment to repair flood damages to roads and bridges
• Resolution to amend rules for special event alcohol beverage licenses
• Demolition and renovation of the old WIC reception area

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings for rezonings in LaValley Township and budget supplements for several departments. The agenda also includes a $600,000 sale of surplus property in Canton.

• Rezoning ~104 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 to I-1
• Rezoning ~5 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 to RR
• Budget supplements for highway ($324,460), sheriff ($50,116), and equalization ($88,000)
• Sale of surplus property in Canton for $600,000
• JLG Architects contract amendment increase of $503,918

Weed & Pest Board

The board will consider approving the agenda and previous meeting minutes. The meeting also includes departmental reports regarding the budget, spraying progress, equipment, and identified weed trouble spots.

• Budget report by Terry Fluit
• Spraying and equipment reports by Russ Heggen
• $52,000 allocated for weed chemicals
• Identification of weed 'trouble spots'

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use applications. These include requests for a concentrated animal feeding operation, warehouse expansions, and kennel operations. The commission will also consider permits for fireworks sales and a campground.

• Class C CAFO permit in Fairview Township
• Warehouse expansion to 50,400 square feet in Delapre Township
• Kennel operation permits in Dayton and Lincoln Townships
• Fireworks sales permits in Lynn and Springdale Townships
• Campground operation permit in Lynn Township

Board of Commission

The Board will review the FY2025 budget and human resources presentations. They are also considering two rezoning ordinances in LaValley Township and a request for bids on highway shop office additions. A presentation regarding the CR116 and CR105 intersection study is also scheduled.

• $15 million SDDOT transportation loan request for I-29/85th Street Interchange Project
• Rezoning 104.17 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 to I-1
• Rezoning 5 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 to RR
• Approval of $2,917,400.61 in county claims
• Request for bids on highway shop office additions

General

The Board of Commissioners will conduct the county canvass of the June 4, 2024, primary election. The meeting also includes scheduled executive sessions regarding personnel and legal matters.

• Canvass of the June 4, 2024, Primary Election
• Executive session regarding employee qualifications or performance
• Executive session regarding legal counsel or pending litigation
• Executive session for contract negotiations

Board of Commission

The Board will review the FY2025 budget presentation and canvass the June 4 primary election results. The agenda also includes rezoning requests in LaValley Township and a naming rights agreement for the 4-H Sheep and Goat Barn.

• Grant application for the Lincoln County Airport South Apron Project totaling $878,878
• Purchase of two Freightliner dump truck chassis for $269,690
• Rezoning 104.17 acres in LaValley Township from Agricultural to Light Industrial
• $4,360 expenditure for highway shop expansion engineering redesign fees
• Naming rights agreement with American Bank & Trust for the 4-H Sheep and Goat Barn

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider a rezoning request for a property in Delapre Township and discuss courthouse parking lot improvements. The board is also reviewing several budget supplements and county contracts.

• Public hearing for rezoning 47121 272nd Street from Agricultural to Light Industrial
• Proposed budget supplements totaling $479,476 for highway, sheriff, equalization, and buildings departments
• Microsoft agreement for a 3-year term in the amount of $94,133.91
• Approval of Lincoln County claims totaling $1,313,380.83
• Bid letting for asphalt parking lot and sidewalk improvements at the Lincoln County Courthouse

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests in LaValley Township and two conditional use permits. The body will also discuss Tax Increment District Number 10 and hold a work session on the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• RZNE-0033-2024: Rezoning 104.17 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 Agricultural to I-1 Light Industrial
• RZNE-0034-2024: Rezoning 5 acres in LaValley Township from A-1 Agricultural to RR Rural Residential
• USE-0018-2024: Conditional use permit for a stable at 47542 277th Street
• USE-0028-2024: Conditional use permit for a contractor’s shop and storage yard at 47015 SD Highway 44
• Tax Increment District Number 10 for the 85th Street and I-29 Interchange Project

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a first reading for a rezoning ordinance in Delapre Township and award bids for the Highway Shop Office Addition and airport property. The body is also deciding on tax refunds and abatements for parcels in LaValley Township and the City of Lennox.

• First reading to rezone Tract 1, Kwallek's Addition in Delapre Township from A-1 Agricultural to I-1 Light Industrial
• Approval of claims in the amount of $4,189,506.27 and payroll of $446,127.16
• Awarding of bid for property at the Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport to Layne Dykstra
• Tax abatement for 2023 in the City of Lennox totaling $9,213.22
• Awarding of the Highway Shop Office Addition bid

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Planning Commission will consider a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit. The applicant seeks to exceed the 1,200 square foot limit for accessory building space at 47211 94th St.

• Conditional use permit: request for 1,620 square feet of accessory building space at 47211 94th St

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposed rezoning of Tract 1, Kwallek's Addition from agricultural to light industrial. The meeting includes approvals for airport-related payments and the awarding of the 2024 Crushed Surface Gravel bid.

• Proposed rezoning of Tract 1, Kwallek's Addition, Delapre Township from A-1 Agricultural to I-1 Light Industrial
• Payment of $118,733.94 to Helms & Associates
• Payment of $35,403.96 to LT Companies, Inc. for AIP #3-46-0078-021-2023
• Purchase of a compaction wheel for mini excavator for $7,674.51
• Payroll approval for $443,976.23

General

The Board of Commissioners will receive a construction update on the Justice Center. They are deciding on a proposal to redesign access to the facility and the appointment of a building committee to manage project decisions.

• Proposal from JLG Architects to redesign Justice Center access along N. West Street for $80,400.00
• Appointment of a Justice Center Building Committee with authority to sign documents up to $100,000
• Construction update from TEGRA Group/Henry Carlson Construction, LLC regarding the Justice Center

Board of Equalization

The Lincoln County Board of Equalization will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and a correction per SDCL 10-11-26 (1). The board will also address two specific property parcels.

• Review of parcel 280.07.01.002C - SOUTH DAKOTA FCA
• Review of parcel 096.48.35.A100 - POET BIOREFINING - HUDSON LLC
• Approval of minutes from April 15, 16, 17, and 23, 2024

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a retail liquor license transfer to Loft Hospitality Group, Inc. The body is also deciding on a police services agreement with the City of Harrisburg and various county contracts.

• Public hearing for Retail Liquor License transfer from Canton Barn to Tyler Tjeerdsma of Loft Hospitality Group, Inc.
• Agreement with AMCG for consulting services at Marv Skie/Lincoln County Airport for $56,480.00
• Agreement with Otis Elevator Company for elevator oil replacement for $9,187.50
• Agreement with Environmental Management for site assessments at Parcel ID 200.50.15.200 for up to $9,900.00
• Approval of payroll for $454,721.58 and claims for $384,062.98

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review specific property valuation appeals and applications. The body will consider a disabled veteran application and a stipulation for agricultural classification valuation.

• Approval of disabled veteran application 2024-18
• Stipulation for agricultural classification valuation for 098.49.15.J100
• Valuation review for POET BIOREFINING - HUDSON LLC
• Valuation reviews for BAKKER CROSSING LLC (5 parcels)
• Valuation reviews for OAKRIDGE ESTATES LLC (2 parcels)

General

The Board of Commissioners will hold a second reading for an ordinance to rezone 7 acres of property from an agricultural district to a commercial district. The board will also discuss the Sioux Falls 2040 Comprehensive Plan and Joint Zoning Ordinance.

• Second reading of ordinance to rezone 7 acres in Springdale Township (Parcel ID: 100.49.20.4000) from A-1 Agricultural to C Commercial
• Discussion regarding the Sioux Falls 2040 Comprehensive Plan and Joint Zoning Ordinance

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to review several individual property assessment cases. The agenda includes administrative changes and specific hearings for various entities including LLCs, trusts, and banks.

• Administrative changes pursuant to SDCL 10-11-26
• TRC West Point LLC case
• Graystone Townhomes LLC cases (three total)
• University of Sioux Falls cases (two total)
• Wells Fargo Bank cases (two total)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hear individual property assessment cases. The agenda includes nineteen scheduled items for review, including one rescheduled item.

• Zutz, Jerald K - Revocable Trust (280.58.02.003)
• South Dakota FCA (280.87.01.002C)
• Sabers, Susan (280.15.18.001)
• Sun Enterprises (280.19.00.001C)
• Tan Tara Partners (280.23.13.006A)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to consider several individual property assessments and corrections. The agenda includes a consent item regarding resolution corrections under SDCL 10-11-26 (1).

• Resolution for corrections in accordance with SDCL 10-11-26 (1)
• Public comment hearings for 18 property assessment cases including Houser, Heartland Fields Inv, and Peterson Properties LLC

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review 33 scheduled property tax items. The board will hear from individual property owners and entities regarding specific parcels.

• Hearing for Superior Properties (parcels 200.15.00.028 and 200.58.00.107)
• Hearing for Oakridge Estates LLC (parcels 099.49.02.1000 and 099.49.02.A006)
• Multiple hearings for Progressive Ag Holdings LLC (parcels 098.50.17.B001 through B015)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to hear a series of scheduled appeals regarding specific property parcels. The board will review requests from individual residents and business entities.

• Haberer Living Trust (099.50.06.A04A)
• Rex & Debra Pommier (099.50.08.2033 and 099.50.08.D100)
• Heros Messauge LLP (099.51.36.4030)
• Bakker Crossing LLC (multiple parcels including 100.50.29.4030, 100.50.29.D100, 100.50.29.D510, 100.50.29.D511, and 100.50.32.1010)
• John C & Linda Raney (099.51.08.A000 and 099.51.08.D100)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to hear a series of scheduled cases regarding property assessments. The board will review requests from various organizations, including economic development corporations and healthcare providers.

• Review of US Military Vets MC SD 2 (250.10.07.009)
• Review of Lennox Area Development Corp (multiple parcels)
• Review of Harrisburg Economic Development Corporation (multiple parcels)
• Review of Avera Health and Avera McKennan parcels
• Review of Hudson Economic Devel Inc (multiple parcels)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will conduct a series of individual property assessment hearings. These scheduled items involve various owners and entities, including CJB Townhomes LLC, BAH Properties LLC, and Smart Homes LLC.

• 53 individual property assessment hearings
• Hearings for CJB Townhomes LLC (multiple parcels)
• Hearings for BAH Properties LLC (multiple parcels)
• Hearings for RS Capital LLC
• Hearings for Smart Homes LLC

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six land-use applications. These include requests for motor vehicle sales, accessory building size increases, and a zoning change to light industrial. The commission will also hold a work session on parliamentary procedure.

• Conditional use permit for motor vehicle sales and repair at 27055 Sunset Blvd, Suite 1
• Rezoning request from Agricultural District to Light Industrial District at 47121 272nd St
• Request to allow 2,400 square feet of accessory building space at 27828 481st Ave
• Request to allow 2,032 square feet of accessory building space at 27427 SD Highway 11
• Request to allow 1,600 square feet of accessory building space at 47151 Kings Circle

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a bar or lounge at 27097 Tallgrass Ave. The commission will also review the Sioux Falls Tier Map Update.

• Conditional use permit for a bar/lounge at 27097 Tallgrass Ave (Joe Stavig/Dakota Reserve, LLC)
• Sioux Falls Tier Map Update

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review a contract for a micro surfacing project and receive presentations on airport improvements and TIF funding for the 85th Street and Interstate 29 Interchange. The board is also considering a rezoning request for 7 acres in Springdale Township.

• Contract with ASTECH Corp. for 2024 micro surfacing project for $847,188.90
• First reading of ordinance to rezone 7 acres in Springdale Township from Agricultural to Commercial
• Approval of County Commission claims totaling $2,598,733.22
• Presentation on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for 85th Street and Interstate 29 Interchange
• Request for bids for new office additions at the Highway Shop and crushed surfacing gravel

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to decide on disabled veteran tax applications and continuing property exemptions. The board will also authorize the Director of Equalization to correct 2024 errors and apply specific tax freezes and value changes.

• Approval of 17 disabled veteran applications that missed the deadline
• Denial of 4 disabled veteran applications
• Authorization of elderly/disabled low income assistance freezes for 2024
• Approval of 100% exemptions for numerous parcels under SDCL 10-4-19
• Authorization of value changes for qualifying historical properties

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several real estate transactions, including a $1.1 million purchase for Justice Center access and the sale of surplus property. The board is also reviewing road preservation grants and a rezoning request in Springdale Township.

• Purchase of Parcels 098.49.15.4032 and 098.49.15.D100 for $1,100,000.00
• SDDOT preservation grants for structures #42-244-255 ($1,524,200) and #42-175-153 ($989,400)
• Rezoning of property in Springdale Township from Agricultural to Commercial
• Agreement with JSA Engineers for a downtown Canton parking lot for $16,900
• Consulting services agreement with AMCG for Lincoln County Airport for $56,480

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding 2024 budget supplements and a conditional use permit for accessory building space. The board is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and property acquisitions.

• Purchase agreement for Parcels 098.49.15.4032 and 098.49.15.D100 for $1,100,000.00
• Agreement with VandeWalle Architect for highway shop office additions up to $425,000.00
• Agreement with Dakota Traffic Services for 2024 striping project up to $128,821.30
• Purchase of metal culverts and bridge materials up to $120,000.00
• Public hearing for budget supplements including $454,866.82 for airport improvements

Joint Lincoln County/Sioux Falls Planning

The Joint Lincoln County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will meet to review a zoning application. The body will hold a public hearing regarding a request to change a property's designation from agricultural to commercial.

• Application RZNE-0009-2024: Rezoning approximately 7 acres from A-1 (Agricultural) to C (Commercial) in Springdale Township

Weed & Pest Board

The Weed & Pest Board will meet to elect officers and review operational reports. The board will consider the approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

• Election of President, Vice President, and Secretary
• Budget Report
• Spray Report by Russ Heggen
• Equipment Report by Russ Heggen
• Trouble Spots report by Russ Heggen

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits and proposed zoning text amendments. The body will also review conditions for a fireworks sales permit.

• Conditional use permit for 62,250 square feet of warehousing in Lynn Township (USE-0008-2024)
• Conditional use permit for a Class 1 Major Home Occupation at 47247 295th St (USE-0010-2024)
• Text amendments to Chapter 154 (Zoning) regarding carbon dioxide pipelines and production facilities
• Conditions review for fireworks sales at 47022 Teri Lane (USE-0032-2022)

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review county claims and personnel actions. The body is deciding on the purchase of road sealants and updates to the Employee Handbook. Two tax deed properties will be declared surplus and transferred to the City of Sioux Falls.

• Approval of Lincoln County Claims totaling $2,344,848.37
• Transfer of tax deed properties (Parcel No. 281.31.14.00B and 281.07.00.A100) to the City of Sioux Falls
• Purchase of crack sealant and mastic sealant via Yankton County bid
• Approval of Employee Handbook update
• Authorization of auditor to sign payroll client agreement and bank account authorization

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will review contracts for the old jail demolition and Justice Center site excavation. The body is also deciding on a server purchase for administrative offices and a temporary liquor license.

• Budgeted purchase of servers for Administrative offices for $90,828.00
• Agreement with Spielman Excavating for demolition and excavation at the Lincoln County Justice Center site
• Change order for the old jail demolition project with Spielman
• Public hearing date for appeal of Conditional Use Permit #USE-0003-2024 in LaValley Township
• Temporary on-sale liquor license application for The Good Earth Farm LLC

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will consider several budget increases, including funds for airport improvements and a public defender contract. The board is also deciding on awards for 2024 asphalt and microsurfacing projects. Other actions include approving detention services and office furniture for the Sheriff's Office.

• Public hearing set for March 26, 2024, to adopt budget supplements including $454,866.82 for airport improvements
• Proposed $13,674.19 purchase of reception area furniture for the Sheriff's Office
• Awarding of 2024 asphalt surfacing and microsurfacing projects
• Agreement for Detention Services between Minnehaha County, Lutheran Social Services South Dakota, and Lincoln County
• Tax abatement of $2,496.72 for a parcel in the City of Tea

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for accessory building space. The body will also conduct a joint work session with the Board of Commissioners and review remanded ordinances concerning carbon dioxide pipelines and production facilities.

• Public hearing for USE-0003-2024: request for 4,000 square feet of accessory building space at 47254 279th Street
• Work session on remanded Carbon Dioxide Pipelines and Carbon Dioxide Production Facilities Ordinances
• Election of Planning Commission Officers for 2024
• Joint Work Session with the Board of Commissioners

Board of Commission

The Board will consider two applications for temporary on-sale liquor licenses and award a bid for the 2024 striping project. Other business includes approving $2,894,413.57 in claims and a memorandum of understanding with South Dakota State University.

• Claims totaling $2,894,413.57
• Public hearing for Lincoln County Fairgrounds Foundation temporary malt beverage license
• Temporary on-sale liquor license application for The Good Earth Farm LLC
• Awarding of the 2024 striping project bid
• MOU with South Dakota State University for Extension educational programs

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a lease for a 3,150 square ft. site at the Lincoln County/Marv Skie Airport. The body will also consider several airport-related actions, including a vehicle purchase and the termination of business planning services.

• Public hearing for lease of Site M-2 at Lincoln County/Marv Skie Airport to Joseph W. Darst, Jr.
• Purchase of a 2024 Ford F-250 for the Airport Manager from Lamb Motors
• Payroll of $455,639.80 and longevity payments of $4,400.00
• Tax abatements for properties in Sioux Falls ($1,945.08), Lennox ($1,866.72), and Canton ($1,495.08)
• Contract renewal with Automatic Security Company, Inc. for $270/year

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the agenda and hold an executive session. The session is for consulting with legal counsel regarding pending litigation or contractual matters.

• Executive session regarding proposed or pending litigation or contractual matters

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the location of a proposed new prison and carbon dioxide pipeline transport and storage facilities. The board is also deciding on highway projects, township grants, and several tax abatements.

• Proposed resolution to site a new prison in Lincoln County industrial areas
• Discussion on carbon dioxide pipeline transport and storage facilities
• Claims of $314,145.54 and Payroll of $464,455.48
• Surplus of the old jail building at 123 North Main St., Canton
• Request for bids for 2024 Microsurfacing and Surfacing projects

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for motor vehicle sales. The body will also hold a work session to discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Public hearing for USE-0078-2023: Conditional use permit for motor vehicle sales at 27050 Sunset Boulevard (Unit #1)
• Work session regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update

Board of Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal of a conditional use permit for a farm product digester in Eden Township. The board is also considering actions on highway property acquisition, road striping bids, and a disaster mitigation plan.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit #USE-0072-2023 (digester) in Eden Township
• Purchase of a 2022 Caterpillar Excavator for $89,073
• Approval of claims totaling $2,350,548.70 and payroll of $451,811.35
• Resolution of Necessity to acquire real property for highway construction
• Awarding of 2024 Rural Access Infrastructure Funding (RAIF) grants to townships

Board of Commission

The Board will consider a rezoning request for the Ninemile View Addition and approve various 2024 administrative appointments and fees. The meeting includes decisions on county salaries, election official pay, and hardware purchases.

• Public hearing for rezoning Lots 1, 2, and 3 of Ninemile View Addition to Rural Residential District
• Computer hardware purchase in the amount of $87,626.29
• Animal Control Services agreement with Sioux Falls Area Humane Society for $10,033.50
• Setting precinct election official fees at $175.00 and election superintendent fees at $200.00
• 3% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Lincoln County Highway Union, Local 2253