Minnehaha County public meetings in 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners will consider approving routine business, including bills to be paid and meeting minutes. The board will also vote on awarding contracts for highway repairs, courthouse improvements, and a structure replacement, and will establish new fees for highway access permits.

• Approve bills to be paid ($2,766,459.78)
• Authorize signing Coliseum Lease Agreement
• Authorize signing Highway Access Permit fee resolution
• Authorize signing Courthouse Improvements agreement with Great Place Construction
• Authorize signing Structure 50-087-120 replacement agreement with Earthworks Enterprises

The Minnehaha County Commission approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $2.2 million bid for Highway 149 cold-in-place recycling, new highway access permit fees, and a lease agreement for the Coliseum with Lutheran Social Services. The board also appointed two members to the Planning Commission and authorized a budget supplement for the Sheriff's Office. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except the Coliseum lease, which passed 4-0 with one commissioner excused.

• Approved $2,215,005.15 bid to Bituminous Paving for Highway 149 cold-in-place recycling (5-0)
• Approved new highway access permit fees via Resolution MC24-28 (5-0)
• Approved updated utility accommodation fees via Resolution MC24-29 (5-0)
• Approved $341,900 bid to Great Place Construction for courthouse renovations using ARPA funds (5-0)
• Authorized Coliseum lease agreement with Lutheran Social Services and City of Sioux Falls (4-0)
• Appointed Ryan VanDerVliet and Cindy Heiberger to Planning Commission (5-0 each)
• Approved $7,835.31 budget supplement for Sheriff's Office from insurance reimbursements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution MC24-30 for board appointments for mental illness and developmental disabilities (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding supplement requests for the 2024 annual budget. The meeting includes decisions on inter-fund transfers, general fund balance assignments for public safety, and various 2025 service contracts.

• Public hearing for 2024 Annual Budget supplement requests
• Bills to be paid totaling $6,014,509.21
• Property tax abatements for Senior Citizens Services, Inc. ($9,894.16 and $43,544.02) and Joshua & Carina Floyd ($2,758.80)
• Insurance payment of $19,000 for a surplus Sheriff's Office vehicle
• New fees for Overweight/Oversize Permits

The Minnehaha County Commission approved a supplemental budget resolution (MC24-23) adding $278,108 to the General Fund and other funds, plus grant/donation supplements totaling over $12 million. They also adopted a policy (MC24-24) to maintain a 25% unassigned fund balance and assigned $15.5 million from unassigned to assigned fund balance for future public safety needs. Other actions included approving a $193,273 rooftop unit replacement, declaring a sheriff's vehicle surplus, and authorizing bridge grant applications.

• Approved supplemental budget resolution MC24-23 (4-0)
• Approved grant/donation/reimbursement supplements totaling $12,246,170.97 (4-0)
• Adopted resolution MC24-24 setting 25% unassigned fund balance goal (4-0)
• Assigned $15.5M from unassigned to assigned fund balance for public safety (4-0)
• Approved $193,273 purchase agreement for Annex rooftop unit (4-0)
• Declared sheriff's vehicle surplus, accepted $19,000 insurance payment (4-0)
• Authorized bridge grant applications for four structures (4-0)
• Approved new overweight/oversize permit fees (4-0)

General

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners will meet on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:00 AM for an annual breakfast with state legislators at the Washington Pavilion, 301 S Main Avenue, Sioux Falls. The agenda lists introductions, a discussion of joint legislative priorities, legislator feedback, and an opportunity for public comment. No formal actions or votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Annual Breakfast with Legislators – Washington Pavilion, Sioux Falls
• Introductions
• Joint Legislative Priorities discussion
• Legislator Feedback
• Public Comment opportunity

Building Committee

The Building Committee will approve minutes from the November meeting and receive a briefing on a potential ice storage rebate for the Juvenile Justice Center. The committee will also review property insurance information.

• Approve November 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Briefing on potential ice storage rebate for Juvenile Justice Center
• Property insurance briefing

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners will consider several public hearings, including a rezoning of a property from the A‑1 Agricultural District to the C Commercial District, and declarations of public nuisance for two parcels. They will also review liquor license renewal applications, approve various service agreements, and authorize a dishwasher purchase for the jail. Routine items such as approving minutes, paying bills totaling $7,493,796.67, and personnel actions are included on the consent agenda. Additional briefings on bridge inspections and the 2024 general election will be presented.

• Public hearing and second reading on Rezoning #24-02 from A‑1 Agricultural to C Commercial District
• Public hearing to declare Peterson’s 3rd Addition a public nuisance under SDCL 21‑10‑6
• Public hearing to declare Peterson’s Addition a public nuisance under SDCL 21‑10‑6
• Liquor license renewal application for MJC Holdings LLC d/b/a Chasers Food and Spirits
• Motion to authorize the jail to purchase a dishwasher via Sourcewell Procurement Contract #063022-COK

Board of Commissioners

The Board will act on routine consent‑agenda items, including approval of the November 19 minutes, payment of $1,222,902.55 in bills, and several reports. Commissioners will consider multiple authorizations for the Chair to sign agreements, such as a grant with the State Attorney General’s Office, a lease for the KKLS Radio Tower site, and a right‑of‑way purchase with Edward and Deanna Nolz. The board will review bid results and recommend award of the Project MC23‑06 Structure 50‑180‑134 contract to BX Civil & Construction pending SDDOT concurrence. Additional items include adopting 2025 elected department head salaries, renewing a retail liquor license for Triple J (The Alibi), and signing a decedent transport agreement with Dakota Embalming and Transport, Inc.

• Approve $1,222,902.55 in bills (Consent Agenda item 3)
• Authorize Chair to sign the Office of Violence Against Women Training Technical Assistance Grant Agreement
• Authorize Chair to sign lease for the KKLS Radio Tower site
• Consider bid results and award recommendation for Project MC23-06 Structure 50-180-134 to BX Civil & Construction
• Adopt resolution establishing 2025 elected department head annual salaries

Planning Commission

The Minnehaha County Planning Commission will consider several items, including approval of the October 28, 2024 meeting minutes and three conditional use permits for a private gun club, an agricultural operation, and a building eligibility transfer. The commission will also vote on adopting the Envision 2045 Comprehensive Plan. Additional discussion will cover any old or new business items raised.

• Approval of Minutes – October 28, 2024 (Consent agenda)
• Conditional Use Permit #24-52 for a private gun club on Lots 3 & 4 near 254th Street
• Conditional Use Permit #24-53 for an agricultural related operation at 25718 Kiwanis Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit #24-54 to transfer building eligibility within the Smithback Addition near 261st Street
• Adoption of the Envision 2045 Comprehensive Plan

Joint Planning Commission with City of Sioux Falls

The joint Minnehaha County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will consider three consent agenda items, including approval of the August 26, 2024 minutes and two conditional use permits. One permit (CU #24‑50) would allow a medical cannabis dispensary at 7401 E Arrowhead Parkway. The other permit (CU #24‑51) would allow a public utility pump station near the SD Highway 42 and Ellis Road intersection. After the consent agenda, the commission will address any old or new business items.

• Approval of minutes from August 26, 2024
• Conditional Use Permit #24‑50 for a medical cannabis dispensary at 7401 E Arrowhead Parkway
• Conditional Use Permit #24‑51 for a public utility pump station near SD Highway 42 & Ellis Road
• Old Business (no specific items listed)
• New Business (no specific items listed)

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners will vote on motions to declare a JDC vehicle and Emergency Management items as surplus and dispose of them through online auctions. The Board will also appoint Jacob Maras as interim Highway Superintendent with temporary additional duty pay. Additional items include approving the 2025 liquor and wine license renewal applications and authorizing the Chair to sign the 2025 Rural Ambulance Services Quality Assurance Director agreement. A presentation by the Lifescape Foundation is also scheduled.

• Declare JDC vehicle as surplus and authorize disposal via online auction
• Declare Emergency Management items as surplus and authorize disposal via online auction
• Appoint Jacob Maras as interim Highway Superintendent with temporary additional duty pay
• Approve 2025 liquor and wine license renewal applications
• Authorize Chair to sign 2025 Rural Ambulance Services Quality Assurance Director agreement

Building Committee

The Minnehaha County Building Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a briefing regarding Campus Facilities Master Planning.

• Briefing on Campus Facilities Master Planning

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners will review a rezoning application to change a portion of the Johnson Tracts from the A1 Agricultural District to the C Commercial District. They will also discuss the Envision 2045 Comprehensive Plan update and consider motions to declare various county equipment and vehicles surplus for disposal by online auction. Additional items include authorizing the chair to sign 2025 law‑enforcement service agreements for eight county communities and approving payment of $3,530,461.88 in bills.

• Rezoning of Johnson Tract (W546.61’ of S356.16’ of Tract 1) from A1 Agricultural to C Commercial
• Motion to authorize Chair to sign 2025 Law Enforcement Services Agreements for eight communities
• Motion to declare Sheriff's Office vehicles surplus and dispose via online auction
• Motion to declare Highway Department equipment surplus and dispose via Purple Wave online auction
• Bills to be paid totaling $3,530,461.88

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners will consider a motion to approve the meeting agenda. Commissioners will vote to certify the results of the November 5, 2024 general election. They will also select precincts and contests for the required post‑election audit under SDCL 12‑17B‑20.

• Motion to approve the agenda
• Motion to certify results of the November 5, 2024 general election
• Selection of precincts and contests for the post‑election audit per SDCL 12‑17B‑20

Planning Commission

The commission will approve routine items on the consent agenda, including meeting minutes. It will decide on several conditional use permits for a garden center, a building eligibility transfer, and a short‑term rental. A rezoning request will move a parcel from the A‑1 Agricultural District to the C Commercial District. The board will also review a prior conditional use permit for a motor‑vehicle sales and repair shop and address old and new business.

• Approve minutes from September 23, 2024 (Consent Agenda Item 1)
• Conditional Use Permit #24-47 for a garden center on 466th Avenue (Item 2)
• Conditional Use Permit #24-48 to transfer building eligibility near 463rd Avenue (Item 3)
• Rezoning #24-02 from A‑1 Agricultural to C Commercial District near 258th Street (Item 4)
• Conditional Use Permit #24-49 for a short‑term rental at 48547 255th Street (Item 5)

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board will consider several public nuisance declarations for specific parcels and will vote on a motion to purchase two truck builds and dump bodies for new plow trucks at a cost of $424,804.00. It will also review insurance premium rates, extend a retention bonus program, and discuss budget items including an inter‑fund transfer from the ARPA Fund and a construction change order reducing contingency by $2,302,579. Additional briefings will cover updates to the county safety manual and American Rescue Plan expenditures.

• Public hearing to declare N1/2 of SE1/4 property a public nuisance (SDCL 21‑10‑6)
• Public hearing to declare Tract 2 Peterson’s Addition a public nuisance (SDCL 21‑10‑6)
• Public hearing to declare Lot 1 Tract 3 a public nuisance (SDCL 21‑10‑6)
• Motion to authorize purchase of two truck builds and dump bodies for $424,804.00 via Sourcewell Contract #080818‑HPI
• Motion to authorize Change Order 1 reducing construction contingency by $2,302,579 for the Juvenile Justice Center Project

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners will approve routine consent agenda items, including bills to be paid totaling $4,998,856.96 and veterans' property tax abatements. The board will also consider motions to authorize the sheriff's office to purchase a 2025 Chevy Silverado truck and apply for a Justice Assistance Grant.

• Authorize purchase of 2025 Chevy Silverado truck
• Approve veterans' property tax abatements totaling $5,338.25
• Authorize application for Justice Assistance Grant Program
• Approve amendment to construction agreement with Ulteig Engineers Inc.
• Public hearing on Evermore Estates Addition preliminary plan

Building Committee

The Minnehaha County Building Committee will approve the September 3, 2024 meeting minutes. It will receive an update on the Juvenile Justice Center project and a briefing on the proposed roof replacement for the museum.

• Approve meeting minutes from September 3, 2024
• Update on the Juvenile Justice Center Project
• Briefing on the Proposed Museum Roof Replacement

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the establishment of speed zones and the 2025-2029 Transportation and Bridge Improvement Plan. The board will also consider approving a five-year transportation plan for Bridge Improvement Grant (BIG) fund requirements.

• Payment of bills totaling $811,969.85
• Public hearing for an ordinance establishing speed zones on the county highway system
• Public hearing for the 2025-2029 Transportation and Bridge Improvement Plan
• Approval of the Five-Year Transportation Plan for BIG fund requirements
• Proposed amendments to Section 15.14 (Parking) of the Employee Handbook

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the final FY2025 budget and approve over $8 million in bills. The meeting includes public hearings on a rezoning request in the Town of Lyons and the establishment of highway speed zones.

• Adoption of the Final FY2025 Budget
• Payment of bills totaling $8,065,636.71
• Purchase of two Tandem Axle Trucks for $266,042
• Authorization of up to $100,000 for culvert slip-lining
• Rezoning Request #24-01 from R-1 Residential to C Commercial in the Town of Lyons

Planning Commission

The Minnehaha County Planning Commission will consider approving four conditional use permits and a preliminary subdivision plan during its regular meeting. The body will also receive a presentation on updates to the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan.

• Approval of minutes from August 26, 2024
• Conditional Use Permit #24-43 for 4,060 sq ft accessory building
• Conditional Use Permit #24-44 for building eligibility transfer
• Conditional Use Permit #24-45 for building eligibility transfer
• Preliminary Subdivision Plan #24-01 for Evermore Estates Addition

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive a briefing on the FY2025 final budget. The meeting includes several authorizations for bridge and highway projects and a report on a 2020 election ballot discrepancy.

• Bills to be paid in the amount of $1,239,470.92
• Purchase of culverts for $60,000 from Union County’s ADS 2024 Culvert Bid
• Invoice for Election Systems & Software LLC for $32,465.97
• Change order for Hwy 149 Reconstruction (MC17-10) with Runge Enterprises
• Proposal from Safe Haven Defense, LLC for courthouse interior and exterior windows

Building Committee

The Minnehaha County Building Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive an overview of Facilities Department projects from Director Mark Kriens.

• Facilities Department Projects Overview

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a budget hearing for fiscal year 2025. The body is also considering a rezoning request in the Town of Lyons and approving routine county payments.

• FY2025 Budget Hearing
• First reading of rezoning Lot 2 Hatle Addition in the Town of Lyons from R-1 Residential to C Commercial
• Payment of bills totaling $1,189,574.48
• Property tax abatement applications for multiple parcels
• Request to display fireworks at Tri Valley School on September 13, 2024

The Minnehaha County Commission approved the agenda, consent agenda including $1,189,574.48 in bills, routine personnel actions, and property tax abatements. They held a public hearing on the FY2025 budget, which stands at $130,737,481 with a general fund cash rate of 10.65%. The commission also authorized publishing a notice for a rezoning hearing in the Town of Lyons. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,189,574.48 in bills (5-0)
• Approved routine personnel actions including new hires, step increases, and special personnel actions (5-0)
• Approved property tax abatements as recommended (5-0)
• Approved fireworks display at Tri Valley School on September 13, 2024 (5-0)
• Authorized publication of notice for rezoning hearing on September 24, 2024 (5-0)
• Entered executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review proposals for constructing new radio towers near Hartford and Baltic. They are also considering transfer agreements with the City of Sioux Falls for existing towers in those areas.

• Payment of bills totaling $883,903.83
• Purchase agreement with DMI, Inc. for a side dump trailer
• Transfer agreement with City of Sioux Falls for the Hartford Radio Tower
• Transfer agreement with City of Sioux Falls for the West Baltic Radio Tower
• Proposals from Sabre Industries to construct radio towers near Hartford and Baltic

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint meeting with the Sioux Falls City Council to review budget requests from the Siouxland Heritage Museum, Metro Communications, and Siouxland Libraries.

• Joint Budget Hearing: Siouxland Heritage Museum
• Joint Budget Hearing: Metro Communications
• Joint Budget Hearing: Siouxland Libraries

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider three conditional use permits and a rezoning request. Items on the consent agenda include approval of minutes and the permits for a storage unit expansion, a gas station expansion, and new building eligibilities. The regular agenda includes a rezoning from residential to commercial at 327 1st Street and a presentation on updates to the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan.

• Conditional Use Permit #24-38 to expand the storage unit facility at 1205 E Hemlock Boulevard
• Conditional Use Permit #24-40 to expand the existing gas station at 47155 250th Street
• Conditional Use Permit #24-41 to allow three building eligibilities near Dell Rapids
• Rezonning #24-01 to change 327 1st Street from R-1 Residential to C Commercial District
• Presentation on updates to the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan

Joint Planning Commission with City of Sioux Falls

The Joint Minnehaha County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will meet to review a request to exceed standard accessory building size limits. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Conditional Use Permit #24-42 to allow 2,056 square feet of accessory building space at 5401 N Castle Drive

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board will consider and adopt Ordinance MC 66-24, which amends the licensing rules for medical cannabis dispensaries. It will also hear an appeal of a conditional use permit for a manufactured home and hold public hearings to declare three properties public nuisances. Additional motions include funding a hydrologic study for the Town of Sherman, renewing the Fusion Center lease with First Dakota National Bank, and updating commission procedural rules.

• Adopt Ordinance MC 66-24 amending MC 60-21 on medical cannabis dispensary licensing
• Consider appeal of Conditional Use Permit #24-35 for a manufactured home on Tract 7 Lot 3 & 4 Voigts Subdivision
• Public hearing to declare Tract 12 McCroskey Tracts (Section 10‑T102N‑R49W) a public nuisance
• Motion to approve funding for a hydrologic and hydraulic study for the Town of Sherman
• Motion to renew the Fusion Center lease agreement with First Dakota National Bank

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board will vote on a STOP‑P grant funds agreement from the South Dakota State Department of Public Safety, Victims’ Services. It will also conduct a first reading of a medical cannabis dispensary licensing ordinance and set a second‑reading date. Several equipment purchases and service contracts for the Highway Department and County services are also on the agenda.

• Motion to accept and authorize the STOP‑P Grant Funds Agreement (Item 8)
• First reading and scheduling of a medical cannabis dispensary ordinance amendment (Item 10)
• Purchase of Services Agreement with State of South Dakota DSS HSC (Item 11)
• Highway Department purchase of a Crafco SS250 and two routers via Minnesota State Contract #228767 (Item 12)
• Agreement with Wellington Township for corrugated metal pipe for flood‑damaged culverts (Item 13)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss highway infrastructure, including bridge rehabilitation and legal load limits. The meeting includes a public hearing for a beverage and wine license and a review of American Rescue Plan expenditures.

• Public hearing for 2024-2025 Retail Malt Beverage and SD Farm Wine License for MAS, LLC (Roccos Catering Sioux Falls)
• Payment of bills totaling $466,117.83
• Resolution to establish legal load limits on 20 bridge structures
• Construction administration agreements with Civil Design Inc for projects MC22-13 and MC23-10
• Authorization of inter-fund transfers from ARPA Fund to General, Highway, and 24/7 Sobriety Funds

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners and Sioux Falls City Council will jointly review an appeal of a planning commission decision on a conditional use permit for a golf course project. The boards will also consider a city-only contract for the Elmwood Golf Course Clubhouse renovation.

• Appeal of Conditional Use Permit #24-31 (Scott Anderson, County Planning Director)
• Contract No.24-1066: Elmwood Golf Course Clubhouse renovation, $6,216,700 (Sioux Falls City Council item only)

Planning Commission

The Minnehaha County Planning Commission will meet on July 22, 2024, to review and vote on seven conditional use permits and one agricultural tourism permit. These items involve requests to exceed accessory building space limits, transfer building eligibilities, and allow a manufactured home or U-Pick farm. The meeting will also include approval of previous minutes and time for public comment.

• Conditional Use Permit #24-32: Exceed accessory building space to 5,240 sq ft at 47993 252nd Street
• Conditional Use Permit #24-33: Transfer one building eligibility near Crooks
• Conditional Use Permit #24-34: Transfer building eligibilities at intersection of 256th Street and 478th Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit #24-35: Allow manufactured home on West Shore Place
• Agricultural Tourism Permit #24-02: Approve U-Pick farm at 48186 258th Street

General

The Minnehaha County Board of Adjustment will meet to approve past meeting minutes and hear a variance request to reduce the front-yard setback from 30 feet to 15 feet for a new single-family dwelling on West Shore Place. The public can comment and testify under set time limits.

• Variance #24-02 to reduce front-yard setback from 30 ft to 15 ft for new single-family home on Tract 7 Lot 3 & Lot 4 Voigts Subdivision
• Petitioner: Briana Ries; Property Owner: Tracy Ries; Location: ¼-mile east of 462nd Avenue on West Shore Place

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners will consider a provisional budget for fiscal year 2025, authorize hiring nine new positions, and sign agreements for transitional housing and meal services. The meeting will also include a discussion on a Home Rule Charter.

• Authorize hiring nine new positions in FY25 provisional budget
• Sign agreement with Southeastern Behavioral Healthcare for transitional housing
• Sign Summit Food Services contract for JDC meal services
• Discussion to consider a Home Rule Charter
• Approve bills to be paid totaling $5,831,876.70

Board of Commissioners

The Board will discuss the FY 2025 budget and a $2.5 million opt-out resolution. Members will also consider updates to Human Services Guidelines and the renewal of an indigent defense services contract. Additionally, the Auditor will brief the board on the June primary election recount and audit.

• FY 2025 budget discussion and $2.5M opt-out resolution
• Renewal of Indigent Defense Services contract for specialty courts
• Property tax abatement applications for veteran-exempt parcels
• On-sale liquor licenses for JJ's Wine, Spirits, & Cigars events
• Updates to Human Services Guidelines

Board of Commissioners

The Board will discuss the FY2025 budget follow up and authorize change orders for the Juvenile Justice Center Project. They will also consider a resolution regarding uncollectible mobile home distress warrants. Additionally, the board will act on routine bills totaling $609,737.26.

• Change orders for the Juvenile Justice Center Project
• FY2025 budget follow up
• Resolution for uncollectible mobile home distress warrants
• Approval of bills totaling $609,737.26
• Fireworks display requests for July 4 and July 6

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners is holding a joint meeting with the Sioux Falls City Council. The agenda includes a public hearing and second reading for Zoning Text Amendment #24-03, which proposes new regulations for long-term leases or rentals.

• Public hearing and second reading for Zoning Text Amendment #24-03 regarding long-term lease or rental regulations

Joint Planning Commission with City of Sioux Falls

The Joint Planning Commission will review several conditional use permit applications. These include proposals for motor vehicle sales, a mini-storage facility, and a produce stand. The commission will also act on the May 20, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Motor Vehicle Sales permit at 6001 N Cliff Avenue
• Mini-Storage Facility permit at 46620 267th Street
• Produce Stand permit at 8201 E 41st Street
• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a permit for temporary firework sales in Brandon Township. The commission will also review an expansion of a dairy animal feeding operation in Lyons Township. A presentation on updates to the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan is also scheduled.

• Conditional Use Permit #24-27 for temporary firework sales at Hemlock Boulevard and SD Highway 11
• Conditional Use Permit #24-28 to expand a dairy feeding operation at 46945 251st Street
• Presentation on updates to the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the Fiscal Year 2025 budget overview. Discussions include staffing, vehicle, and outside agency requests, as well as Highway Fund revenue from the Wheel Tax. The agenda also covers debt service, building funds, and ARPA spending.

• FY 2025 staffing and vehicle requests
• Highway Fund revenue discussion (Wheel Tax)
• Debt service and building fund review
• ARPA spending overview
• Long range forecast and cash analysis

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a briefing on Downtown Railyard Redevelopment Tax Increment Financing. The board will also consider various agreements regarding radio tower sites, prisoner housing, and expert witness services for the Indian Child Welfare Act.

• Briefing on Downtown Railyard Redevelopment Tax Increment Financing
• Agreements for Indian Child Welfare Act expert witness services
• Lease agreement for the Hartford Radio Tower Site
• Proposal with Sabre Industries for a radio tower in Garretson
• Agreement for Medication Assisted Treatment in the county jail

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider updates to employee handbooks and county policies regarding retirement and reimbursements. They will also review grant applications for safety and justice programs and discuss highway department equipment and studies.

• Agreement with JEO Consulting Group, Inc. for Highway 151 and Western Avenue Traffic Study
• Application for the MacArthur Foundation Safety and Justice Challenge Capstone Grant
• Application for the FY2024 SCAAP Grant for the Sheriff’s Office
• Payment of $3,584,931.36 in bills
• Reclassification of a full-time position in Emergency Management

Board of Commissioners

The Board will review the FY2025 budget process, including financial information from the Auditor's Office. Discussions include human resources matters such as staffing turnover and health insurance increases. The Commission will also receive department requests for staffing, vehicles, and equipment.

• FY2025 staffing, vehicle, and equipment requests
• Projected 8% health insurance increase
• 3% matrix adjustment for the budget
• Highway Fund cash flow analysis

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider certifying the results of the June 4, 2024, Primary Election. They will also select specific precincts and contests for a post-election audit.

• Certification of June 4, 2024, Primary Election results
• Selection of precincts and contests for the post-election audit
• Canvassing Board Representative filings

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review joint powers agreements for road work and a traffic study. The body is also considering a first reading for a zoning text amendment and reviewing several annual briefings. Other business includes approving bills and property tax abatements.

• Bills to be paid in the amount of $696,783.36
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Sioux Falls for 26th St. (Co. Hwy 146) Slurry Seal
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Hartford for County Highway 151/Western Ave. Traffic Study
• First reading and public hearing notice for Zoning Text Amendment #24-03
• Property tax abatement applications for multiple parcels including Calvary Chapel Sioux Falls ($4,228.48)

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners and Sioux Falls City Council are holding a joint meeting. The body will hold a public hearing and second reading regarding a major amendment to the Mapleton Golf Planned Development District.

• Major Amendment #24-02 to allow two driveways onto Slip Up Creek Road

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a property nuisance declaration. The meeting includes voting on bills totaling $5,997,768.14 and reviewing annual reports from the Public Advocate and Public Defender's Office.

• Payment of bills totaling $5,997,768.14
• Public hearing to declare Tract 1 Opland Addition a public nuisance
• Purchase agreement between Sheriff's Office and 4Sight Labs for Jail Overwatch Sensors
• Amendment to the Highway Union Contract regarding summer hours
• Amendment to the agreement with Avera Behavioral Health Center for medical screenings

General

The Planning Commission will review several conditional use permits for building eligibility and accessory structures. The body will also discuss a rezoning request in Lyons Township and receive a presentation on updates to the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan.

• Rezoning #24-01: Change 327 1st Street in the Town of Lyons from R-1 Residential to C Commercial
• CUP #24-21: Request for 10,872 square feet of accessory building space at 26362 485th Avenue
• CUP #24-25: Request for temporary firework sales at 25792 Lindbergh Lane
• CUP #24-23: Request for 3,872 square feet of accessory building space at 48085 260th Street
• CUP #24-24: Request for 3,888 square feet of accessory building space at 26724 465th Avenue

General

The Joint Minnehaha County & City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission is meeting to discuss zoning amendments and a conditional use permit. The body will consider adding regulations for long-term leases or rentals to the 2002 Revised Joint Zoning Ordinance.

• Zoning Text Amendment #24-03 to add Long-Term Lease or Rental Regulations
• Conditional Use Permit #24-26 for mini-storage units on E Arrowhead Parkway (Split Rock Township)

General

The Minnehaha County Board of Adjustment is meeting to review a request for a zoning variance. The board will consider a proposal to reduce a required setback to allow for a garage addition.

• Variance #24-01: Request to reduce front yard setback from 30 feet to 10 feet at 26548 North Shore Place for a new attached garage

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is participating in a series of field visits including tours of quarries, local businesses, and infrastructure projects. The agenda includes discussions on county comprehensive planning and construction projects.

• Discussion of Minnehaha County Comprehensive Planning
• Tour of Dell Rapids East Quarry (300 Beach Avenue)
• Tour of Dell Rapids West Quarry (201 S. Quarry Road)
• Walking tour of 3rd Street revitalization project in Dell Rapids
• Discussion of county construction projects

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several administrative actions including a zoning amendment for Mapleton Golf and updates to the Sheriff's Office. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding beverage licenses at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds and an annual brief from the Second Judicial Circuit Court.

• First reading of Major Amendment #24-02 for Mapleton Golf Planned Development District
• Public hearing for Siouxland Renaissance Association malt beverage and wine licenses at W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds
• Amendment No. 3 to the Summit Food Service Partnership Agreement for jail meal services
• Authorization of a temporary construction easement between the County and City of Sioux Falls
• Bills to be paid totaling $1,612,926.59

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several contract authorizations, including juvenile detention per diem agreements and communications equipment leases. The meeting includes a public hearing for a retail wine and cider license and updates on the 9-1-1 system outage.

• Public Hearing: 2024 Retail (On-Off Sale) Wine and Cider License for Uncle Ed's Specialty Meats, Inc.
• Authorization of 2024 Juvenile Detention Center Per Diem Contracts
• Lease agreements with the City of Garretson and City of Colton for communications equipment
• Sheriff's Office purchase agreement with Axon Enterprise Inc. for new Tasers using ARPA funds
• Bid awards for structure rehabilitations and a gravel pit building

Joint Planning Commission with City of Sioux Falls

The Joint Minnehaha County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will meet to review a major amendment for a planned development. The body will consider a request to allow two driveways onto Slip Up Creek Road.

• Major Amendment #24-02: Request by Nineteen Flags, LLC to allow two driveways onto Slip Up Creek Road in Mapleton Township

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several conditional use permits regarding building eligibility transfers and accessory building size increases. The meeting also includes a presentation on updates to the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan.

• Conditional Use Permit #24-13: Transfer one building eligibility at 24969 479th Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit #24-14: Make one building eligibility available near Brandon
• Conditional Use Permit #24-15: Request to exceed 3,600 square feet of accessory building space at 26541 461st Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit #24-16: Transfer one building eligibility on SD Highway 19 near Humboldt
• Conditional Use Permit #24-17: Transfer and create building eligibilities near Valley Springs

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a payment of $5,546,136.87 in bills and approve various professional service agreements for road and building projects. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding liquor licenses for race events and presentations on ambulance services and the commission office.

• Payment of bills totaling $5,546,136.87
• Public hearing for 14 special event on-sale liquor license applications for Red Rock Bar & Grill, Inc. at Huset's Speedway
• Professional services agreement with Geotek Engineering Services, Inc. for Juvenile Justice Center project inspection and testing at an estimated $94,500
• Design agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for Maple-Park St. Reconstruction (Project MC18-08)
• Preliminary engineering agreement with IMEG Corp. for Bridge Replacement (Project MC24-05, Structure 50-149-140)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to conduct a hearing of appeals. The session is led by Director of Equalization Chris Lilla.

• Hearing of appeals

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will conduct a hearing of appeals presented by Chris Lilla, the Director of Equalization. The meeting also includes motions to re-convene as the Board of Equalization and to approve the agenda.

• Hearing of appeals
• Motion to re-convene as County Board of Equalization
• Motion to approve agenda

General

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate, including a motion to approve the agenda. An executive session is scheduled following the meeting.

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to authorize the Director of Equalization to process various 2024 property tax assessments and corrections. This includes managing exemptions for seniors, disabled veterans, and renewable energy properties. The board will also consider adjustments for historical properties and appealed property values.

• Authorizing 2024 property assessment error corrections
• Applying tax exemptions for disabled veterans and surviving spouses
• Processing assessments for senior citizens and disabled residents
• Managing renewable energy and historical property exemptions
• Adjusting appealed property values to actual sale prices

Building Committee

The Building Committee will review the Facilities Department annual presentation. The agenda also includes a discussion on IT disaster recovery site relocation options and a proposed building donation for the Fairgrounds Safety Village.

• Facilities Department Annual Presentation
• Proposed Safety Village Building Donation from Sioux Empire Fair Assoc.
• Discussion on IT Disaster Recovery Site Re-location Options

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on budget carryovers and other fiscal supplements for the current year. Commissioners will also vote on agreements with the South Dakota Department of Transportation to fund pavement marking and three bridge replacements across county roads, which maintain local infrastructure. Routine administrative matters include approving meeting minutes, processing $752,519.62 in bills, reviewing 40 property tax abatement applications, and signing contracts for mental health services and legal commitments.

• Public hearing on budget carryover and other budget supplements
• Vote on SD DOT Joint Powers Agreements for pavement marking of county roads (2023 & 2024)
• Vote on SD Bridge Improvement Grant agreements to replace Structures 50-237-120, 50-180-134, and 50-087-120
• Approve $752,519.62 in county bills and review 40 property tax abatement applications
• Vote on amendment to Midwest Wellness Institute agreement and contract for drug/alcohol commitments

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss 2025 budget planning and review several grant applications for the Sheriff's Office. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a zoning ordinance amendment for long-term property leases. The board will also consider accepting funds from the MacArthur Foundation for the Just Home Project.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment #24-01 regarding long-term property leases
• Solid Waste Permit #23-03 for Delta Wood Products tree grinding operation
• Acceptance of MacArthur Foundation grant funds for the Just Home Project
• Grant applications for the Sheriff's Office, including the Walmart Community Grant
• Approval of various property tax abatement applications

Planning Commission

The Minnehaha County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, including five conditional use permits, and receive a presentation on updates to the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan. The consent agenda items are considered non-controversial and will be approved in one motion unless objections are raised.

• Conditional Use Permit #24-08 to exceed accessory building area (4,128 sq ft) at 47130 258th Street, Benton Township
• Conditional Use Permit #24-09 to exceed accessory building area (4,950 sq ft) at 2224 N Indian Hills Trail, Split Rock Township
• Conditional Use Permit #24-10 for a Public Utility Facility by Northern Natural Gas, approximately 3.5 miles west of Sioux Falls on 263rd Street
• Conditional Use Permit #24-12 to transfer building eligibility, approximately 3 miles northwest of Colton
• Presentation on Updates to the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan

Joint Planning Commission with City of Sioux Falls

The joint Minnehaha County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will meet to approve the consent agenda, which includes the minutes from the previous meeting and a conditional use permit to transfer building eligibility between two tracts in Benton Township. The regular agenda includes old and new business, but no specific items are listed. Public comment is allowed on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Conditional Use Permit #24-11 to transfer one building eligibility from Tract 1 to Tract 2 Foster Addition, Benton Township, at 46835 SD Highway 38
• Approval of minutes from February 26, 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Board will review 2023 unaudited financial results and prepare for a budget hearing on April 2, 2024. The agenda also includes several township agreements for rural access funds and a joint agreement for street reconstruction.

• Joint Powers Agreement for the reconstruction design of Maple and Park Streets
• Purchase of one Chevy Silverado for the Sheriff's Office Emergency Management Division
• $10,000 balance transfer between Museum Store Fund and Museum Enterprise Fund
• Bid award recommendation for a Side Dump Trailer from DMI, Inc.
• Rural Access Infrastructure Funds (RAIF) agreements with several townships

Building Committee

The Minnehaha County Building Committee will receive an update on the Juvenile Justice Center Project. The committee will also review real estate actions for Minnesota Ave Phase 2 Construction and a briefing regarding the relocation of the IT disaster recovery site.

• Juvenile Justice Center Project Update
• Real estate actions for Minnesota Ave Phase 2 Construction
• Briefing to consider relocating the IT Disaster Recovery Site

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review zoning ordinance amendments regarding intermodal shipping containers and long-term leases. The agenda also includes a right-of-way purchase agreement for a bridge south of Highway 104 and a bid award for structure replacement. Additionally, the board will process $1,420,892.06 in bills.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment 24-02 regarding intermodal shipping/storage containers
• Right-of-way purchase agreement for bridge construction south of Hwy 104
• Bid award recommendation for Structure 50-144-020 replacement to Prahm Construction, Inc.
• Approval of $1,420,892.06 in bills
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment 24-01 regarding long-term lease or rental regulations

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider transferring surplus property to the City of Sioux Falls and granting an easement for the reconstruction of Minnesota Avenue. Other business includes approving patrol vehicle purchases, landscape improvement contracts, and equipment acquisitions. An EMS year-end report is also scheduled for review.

• Property transfer and easement for Minnesota Avenue reconstruction
• Purchase of six patrol vehicles from Karl Chevrolet
• Landscape improvements contract award to WJS Contracting LLC
• Purchase of a John Deere 3033R tractor for $49,845.64
• Approval of various property tax abatement applications

Board of Commissioners

The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners and Sioux Falls City Council will meet to consider appeals of Joint Planning Commission decisions. These items involve conditional use permits for short-term rentals.

• Appeal of denial for Short Term Rental Conditional Use Permit #24-01
• Appeal of approval for Short Term Rental Conditional Use Permit #24-03

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a zoning amendment regarding long-term lease and rental regulations. The commission will also review a request to expand an existing rock extraction quarry. Additionally, staff will present updates on the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan.

• Zoning Text Amendment #24-01 to add long-term lease or rental regulations
• Conditional Use Permit #24-06 to expand a rock extraction quarry at 48175 Highway 42
• Presentation on updates to the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of January 22, 2024, meeting minutes

Joint Planning Commission with City of Sioux Falls

The commission will review requests for a fire equipment manufacturing facility and a golf course. Additionally, members will discuss an amendment to add regulations for intermodal shipping containers to the joint zoning ordinance.

• Conditional Use Permit for fire equipment manufacturing at 25814 Rudolph Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for a golf course at 26011 478th Avenue
• Final Development Plan near Slip Up Creek Road and Interstate 90
• Zoning text amendment to add intermodal shipping container regulations

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure contracts, including road spraying and striping projects. The meeting also includes decisions on jail vehicle purchases, employee handbook updates, and various service agreements.

• Authorization of $42,076.00 for a replacement jail transport vehicle
• Bid award recommendation for Dakota Traffic Services, LLC for the Southeast SD County Striping Project
• Approval of 63 abatement applications
• Purchase of two truck builds and dump bodies for new plow trucks via Sourcewell contract
• Approval of $6,449,057.20 in bills to be paid

Building Committee

The committee will review the meeting minutes from December 19, 2023. The agenda also includes an update on the Building Fund Project List provided by the Director of Facilities and Construction.

• Approval of December 19, 2023, meeting minutes
• Building Fund Project List Update

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several items including a 2023 Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan and various highway department bids. The meeting includes briefings on employee handbook changes, American Rescue Plan expenditures, and medical cannabis dispensary timelines.

• Adoption of the 2023 Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan for Minnehaha and Lincoln Counties
• Award recommendation for MC17-10 Gravel Crushing to First Rate Excavate Inc.
• Award recommendation for MC24-01 Microsurfacing and Crack Seal to Asphalt Surface Technologies Corporation
• Approval of $1,652,359.20 in bills to be paid
• Review of several property tax abatement applications

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several items including bridge investment grant applications and a request to replace a bridge structure. The meeting also includes decisions on property tax abatement applications and the disposal of surplus county equipment.

• Approval of $822,880.82 in bills to be paid
• Authorization for Bridge Investment Program (BIP) grant application
• Authorization to advertise for replacement of bridge structure 50-144-020
• Purchase of a 2024 1500 Silverado Pickup from Billion Chevrolet
• Approval of various property tax abatement applications

Planning Commission

The Commission will elect officers for 2024 and consider a conditional use permit for outdoor industrial storage. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan updates.

• Election of Officers for 2024
• Conditional Use Permit #23-60 for Outdoor Industrial Storage and Mini-Storage Units at 1205 E Hemlock Boulevard
• Presentation on Updates to the 2035 Envision Comprehensive Plan
• Briefing on an Ordinance Amendment regarding Long-Term Leases or Rentals

General

The Joint Minnehaha County and City of Sioux Falls Planning Commission will consider two conditional use permits for short-term rentals and a briefing on intermodal shipping container ordinance amendments. The commission will also review a minor amendment regarding road authority changes at Laurel Ridge.

• Conditional Use Permit #24-01 for a short-term rental at 47644 Slip Up Creek Road
• Conditional Use Permit #24-03 for a short-term rental at 2700 S River Bluff Road
• Minor Amendment #24-01 to Laurel Ridge Planned Development District regarding Slip Up Creek Road
• Briefing on ordinance amendment regarding intermodal shipping container regulations

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss routine business including a public hearing for a medical cannabis license, personnel actions, and highway department purchases.

• Public Hearing to Consider Medical Cannabis License for Shangri-La, SD
• Consider Motion to Authorize Human Services to Increase Maximum Rent and Utility Guidelines
• Authorize Highway Department to Purchase Komatsu D39 Dozer using Sourcewell Contract ($7,233,175.84 in bills)
• Authorize Chair to Sign Joint Powers Agreement for Drug Enforcement
• Sign Agreements for Final Design and Construction Administration for Bridge Replacement Projects

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will select a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2024. The meeting also includes decisions on highway equipment purchases and establishing polling locations for the 2024 election cycle.

• Selection of 2024 Commission Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Appointment of Steve Groen as Highway Superintendent for two years
• Approval of bills to be paid totaling $1,606,890.90
• Authorization of a Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment for the Juvenile Justice Center
• Establishment of 2024 election polling locations and worker pay rates