The regular meeting of the Town of Artesian Council was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Travis King at the Artesian Community Center with Council Members Candi Danek and Mike Salathe present. Also present was Finance Officer MaKenna Wormstadt. Present for public participation was Kaleigh Zoss.

Public Participation: N/A.

Motion by Danek, seconded by Salathe, to approve the agenda. Motion carried. Motion by Danek, seconded by Salathe, to approve the minutes of October 8, 2024, financial reports and vouchers as presented; motion carried.  

Xcel Energy, Utilities $1,321.46

Wormstadt, Makenna, Payroll $848.13

Fridley, Tom, Payroll $66.48

Salathe, Michael, Payroll $108.05

IRS, Payroll $167.01

Artesian Fire Department, Rent $125.00

Dawson Construction Inc., Streets $1,250.00

Dawson Construction Inc., Streets $1,646.44

Sanborn Weekly Journal, Publishing $279.39

Midwest Motor, Services $1,790.00

South Dakota Department of Revenue, License $150.00

South Dakota Municipal League, Services $1,289.00

Travis King, Equipment $300.00

CNA, Insurance $556.50

Olson Land and Cattle, Supplies $312.60

Old Business: 

Streets – Discussion was held on streets. Discussion was  held on the lagoon. Discussion was held on the pool/campground; the lines have been drained. Discussion was held on nuisance properties. Discussion was held on raffle winners: Shilo Peer – Henry 22 mag, Sara Berscheid – Olson Land and Cattle, and Scott Kolousek – Gift Cards. Discussion was held on the playset. 

New Business:

Motion by Danek, seconded by Salathe, to join the South Dakota Municipal Membership; motion carried. 

Resolution 2024-4

Whereas, the Town Council has determined that the 2024 budget requires adjustment.   NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Town Council of the Town of Artesian hereby authorizes the following additional income and expense that is tied to: General Checking ($20,000); General $7,000; Finance Officer $650; Highway/Streets $11,350; Sanitation $11,000; Parks ($5,000); Sewer ($5,000). Motion carried. Danek, yes; Salathe, yes; King, yes. Motion carried.

There being no further business brought before the council, motion by Danek, seconded by Salathe, to adjourn; motion carried.

MaKenna

Wormstadt

Town of Artesian,

Finance Officer

Travis King

Council Member

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The Woonsocket Board of Education met in regular session on November 11th, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Boardroom of the Woonsocket School. Members attending were Jason White, Lisa Snedeker, Becca Grassel, Rikki Ohlrogge, and Todd Olinger. Others attending were Superintendent Rod Weber, Jason Bruce, Brooke King, Sarah Jensen, Jessica Anderson, and Sarah Swenson. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and the meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. 

On a motion by Lisa Snedeker, seconded by Becca Grassel, the Board approved the meeting agenda. Motion carried.

The minutes of the regular board meeting held on October 13, 2024, were approved as presented on a motion by Becca Grassel, seconded by Rikki Ohlrogge. Motion carried. 

On a motion by Lisa Snedeker, seconded by Becca Grassel, the Board approved the claims presented and the October 2024 financial report as follows. Motion carried.

GENERAL FUND, Beginning balance: $865,117.00: Add receipts: Taxes $7,368.95; Interest $4,869.02; Admissions $1,105.00; Other local $2,589.48; State $136,650.00; Federal $0.00; Total to be accounted for: $1,017,699.45; less disbursements $274,399.56; less transfer out $50,000.00; Cash balance: $693,299.89; less contracts and accounts payable/transfers $148.13; plus accounts receivable $0.00; Fund balance: $693,151.76.

CAPITAL OUTLAY, Beginning balance: $2,121,200.40: Add receipts: Taxes $7,258.66; Interest $2,768.11; Other local $15,133.50; Total to be accounted for: $2,146,360.67; less disbursements $244,000.07; Cash balance: $1,902,360.60; less accounts payable $0.00; plus accounts receivable $0.00; Fund balance: $1,902,360.60.

SPECIAL EDUCATION, Beginning balance: $481,679.82; Add receipts: Taxes $4,374.83; Other local: $0.00; State $0.00; Federal $0.00; Total to be accounted for: $486,054.65; less disbursements $40,253.50; Cash balance: $445,801.15; Less contracts and accounts payable/transfers $0.00; plus accounts receivable $0.00; Fund balance: $445,801.15.

FOOD SERVICE, Beginning balance: $42,996.19; Add receipts: Interest $54.83; Adult receipts $200.00; Pupil receipts $11,058.61; Other local $120.00; State $0.00; Federal reimbursement $11,095.14; Total to be accounted for: $65,524.77; less disbursements $30,626.27; Cash balance: $34,898.50; Less contracts/accounts payable $0.00; plus accounts receivable $0.00: Fund balance: $34,898.50.   

ENTERPRISE FUND #53, Beginning balance: $15,726.57; Add receipts: Pupil Receipts $14,220.97; Other local $0.00; Total to be accounted for:  $29,947.54; less disbursements $28,092.01; plus transfer in $50,000.00; Cash balance: $51,855.53; Less contracts/accounts payable $0.00; plus accounts receivable $0.00; Fund balance: $51,855.53.

TRUST AND AGENCY, Beginning balance: $32,011.11; Add receipts: Interest $36.69; Pupil activities $3,820.21; Other local $1,279.42; Total to be accounted for: $37,147.43; less disbursements $7,100.38; Fund balance $30,047.05.

Salaries and benefits for the month of October 2024 were as follows:

General Fund: $162,311.27

Special Education: $39,373.48

Food Service: $9,723.60

Enterprise #53: $25,610.23

GENERAL FUND                            

A-OX WELDING, CYLINDER LEASE (THREE-YEAR) – SHOP CLASS $150.95

ACADEMIC THERAPY PUBLICATIONS, DECODABLE READERS – ESSER $90.00

AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, ELEMENTARY MATH CURRICULUM $961.97

AT&T, CELL PHONE $192.51

BAKER’S DESIGN, ALL-STATE CHORUS FLOWERS $62.50

BARTON’S HEATING & COOLING LLC, FILTERS $302.58

BRUCE, JASON, VOLLEYBALL ANNOUNCER – FOUR GAMES $140.00

BUDDE SEPTIC TANK, SANITARY SERVICE $280.00

CITY OF WOONSOCKET, WATER SERVICE $106.28

CORE EDUCATIONAL COOPERATIVE, ONLINE COURSES (4) $960.00

CREATIVE PRINTING, SIGNS – HALLWAY DIRECTORY $799.14

DB ELECTRIC, LED FIXTURE $178.57

DIEDE, LINCOLN, VOLLEYBALL – VIDEOGRAPHER – 14 GAMES $140.00

EXPRESS 2, GAS $595.40

EXPRESS STOP, GAS $1,063.98

FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA, STATE CROSS COUNTRY HOTEL – TECH SUPPLIES $961.92

FOREMAN SALES & SERVICE INC., STOP ARM MOTOR $169.39

HANSON SCHOOL, 2024-2025 ABOUT DUES $25.00

HILLYARD, CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES $1,392.18

HOWARD, CARRIE, VOLLEYBALL – OFFICIAL CLOCK – EIGHT GAMES $220.00

[IMPREST FUND:

ANDERSON, CARISSA, VOLLEYBALL OFFICIAL AND RIDE TIME $114.04

BON HOMME DRAMA, ORAL INTERP MEET $45.00

CALMUS, LYNNE, VOLLEYBALL OFFICIAL AND MILEAGE $151.09

CASH, MEAL MONEY – ALL STATE CHORUS $483.00

CASH, MEAL MONEY – STATE CROSS COUNTRY $184.00

COLEMAN-EGAN SCHOOL, CROSS COUNTRY MEET FEE $30.00

HOWARD SCHOOL, CROSS COUNTRY MEET FEE $30.00

KOOIMA, MICHELLE, VOLLEYBALL OFFICIAL AND RIDE TIME $121.24

NIHART, TIM, VOLLEYBALL OFFICIAL AND MILEAGE $132.75

PARKSTON SCHOOL, CROSS COUNTRY MEET FEE $21.00

SANBORN CENTRAL SCHOOL, ORAL INTERP MEET $56.00

SCOTLAND SCHOOL, REGION CROSS COUNTRY FEES $101.49

USD – DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC, ALL-STATE CHORUS WORKSHOP $30.00

TOTAL IMPREST CLAIMS, VOLLEYBALL – ORAL INTERP – CROSS-COUNTRY – CHORUS: $1,499.61]

JAMES VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, ORAL INTERP FEES $333.24

JENSEN, SARAH, VOLLEYBALL – OFFICIAL BOOK – FOUR GAMES $140.00

K&D BUSING INC., CONTRACTED BUSING $19,153.44

KO’S PRO SERVICE, BATTERY – LIFT $954.13

LEHR, DAVE, TECH SERVICE FEE $175.00

MENARDS, SHOP AND HIGH SCHOOL/ELEMENTARY SUPPLIES $545.48

NORTHWESTERN ENERGY, ELECTRIC SERVICE $4,419.88

PETTY CASH, POSTAGE AND CAR WASH EXPENSES $10.65

POPPLERS MUSIC, VOCAL MUSIC $56.40

RUNNINGS SUPPLY, INC., CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES $40.57

SANBORN WEEKLY JOURNAL, PUBLICATIONS $198.68

SANTEL COMMUNICATIONS, PHONE/INTERNET SERVICES $172.30

SCHOENFISH & CO. INC., ANNUAL AUDIT FEE 2022-23 SCHOOL YEAR $11,500.00

WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI-MN, GARBAGE SERVICE $426.10

WEBER, TREY, REIMBURSE – COACHING CLASS $175.00

WHITE, BOBBI, VOLLEYBALL LINE JUDGE – FOUR GAMES – TWO TOURNAMENTS $605.00

WILLIAMS MUSIC & OFFICE REPAIR, INSTRUMENT REPAIR – GEMEINHARDT FLUTE $82.00

WOONY FOODS, SUPPLIES $436.50

Fund Total: $49,716.35

CAPITAL OUTLAY

A&B BUSINESS EQUIPMENT, COPIER LEASE $1,083.54

A-OX WELDING, SHOP/WELDING SUPPLIES – ESSER $3,092.08

AARON SWAN & ASSOCIATES, INC., CTE ADDITION – MATERIAL TESTING $378.00

AMKOTA, MATERIALS – DAYCARE BUILDING ADDITION $6,983.73

C. EAGLE CONSTRUCTION, LLC, CTE ADDITION – PAY REQUEST #9 $301,701.59

INNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS, ELEMENTARY TABLES $2,805.00

KOCH-HAZARD ARCHITECTS, CTE ADDITION – ARCHITECT FEES $2,782.20

Fund Total: $318,826.14

SPECIAL EDUCATION

AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, HEARING AID BATTERIES $16.99

AVERA ST. LUKES, CLIENT SERVICES $862.42

JAMES VALLEY EDUCATION CO-OP, CO-OP PAYMENT FIRST SEMESTER FY25 $23,479.00

PARENT/GUARDIAN, GUARDIAN TRAVEL – FIVE VISITS $723.60

KING, BROOKE, REIMBURSE – SUPER TEACHER WORKSHEETS $24.95

Fund Total: $25,106.96

ENTERPRISE FUND #53

AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, BIRTH TO FOUR – CRIB (2) $506.72

CHS, PROPANE $469.06

EAST SIDE JERSEY DAIRY, MILK – DAYCARE $76.88

FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA, WI-FI ROUTER $107.99

PERFORMANCE FOODSERVICE, FOOD $1,254.03

SANTEL COMMUNICATIONS, PHONE/INTERNET SERVICES $152.76

WOONY FOODS, FOOD $361.45

Fund Total: $2,928.89

Checking Account Total: $396,578.34

FOOD SERVICE                            

BUHLS DRY CLEANING, LAUNDRY SERVICE $30.89

EAST SIDE JERSEY DAIRY, FOOD $677.91

FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA, FOOD $75.56

LARSON, MARVIE, LUNCH MONEY REFUND $44.45

PERFORMANCE FOODSERVICE, FOOD – SUPPLIES $12,932.82

SOUTH DAKOTA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION – CHILD AND ADULT NUTRITION, FOOD $828.75

SPRINGS FOOD MARKET, Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program $2,798.97

WOONY FOODS, FOOD – SUPPLIES $97.89

Fund Total: $17,487.24

Checking Account Total: $17,487.24

CUSTODIAL ACCOUNTS

AUGUSTANA UNIVERSITY, AUGUSTANA BAND FESTIVAL $323.00

CASH, AUGUSTANA BAND FESTIVAL – MEAL MONEY $677.00

RODRIGUEZ, ARMONDO, REIMBURSE – HAWKS COMMITTEE SUPPLIES $77.48

WOONY FOODS, SUPPLIES $19.30

Fund Total: $1,096.78

Checking Account Total: $1,096.78

Sarah Swenson gave the financial report and reviewed the FY2023 audit findings with the Board. The audit went well. 

Mr. Weber updated there has been an unconfirmed case of whooping cough in the school. The school will provide whooping cough related updates through the daily announcements. Mr. Weber stated that there was a great turnout for the Veteran’s Day program, and the students did a wonderful job. Mr. Weber updated that the new CTE building is still on schedule to be completed in December. Mr. Weber added that there will be a mental health assembly on December 3rd in Sanborn Central that the students will attend. Mr. Weber updated that the school directory signs have been ordered and should be delivered soon. Lastly, Mr. Weber updated that he has been in contact with Foreman. They will have a mini-bus available in December if the school is interested/in need. 

Mrs. Jensen updated that the Fall Festival was a success. The day following the festival, elementary students had a STEM day where they did science and math projects. Mrs. Jensen updated that next week (November 18-22) is American Education Week. There will be dress up days for each day of the week. Additionally, on Tuesday morning, all students are invited to bring a guest to have a donut with them. Tuesday evening, the elementary will be hosting a Family Night where parents and students can participate in STEM activities (meal provided). Mrs. Jensen also updated with the following dates and activities: November 20th – health screenings, November 25th – zoo will be here to present animals to the elementary students, Nov 26th – testing STEM materials. 

Mrs. King updated that she has added two more IEPs to her case load. Mrs. King also updated that the state child count is due December 1st. 

Mr. Bruce updated that the bus routes are going well despite rough roads following the recent rain. The stop arm on one of the route buses has been fixed. Mr. Bruce also thanks C. Eagle Construction for keeping the alley clear so the buses can still line up in the alley and not have students loading on the side of the street. Mr. Bruce updated that the lunch program is going well. A special thank you to Harrold Moran for fixing the roll-up door over the weekend as it was not working properly. 

Jessica Anderson was also present. Anderson updated the Board on how the food service program was going this year. She explained the menu rotation and the options the students are offered at each age level. Jessica also explained the beef to school program as well as the Fresh Fruits and Vegetables program. 

Motion was made by Becca Grassel, seconded by Rikki Ohlrogge, to approve up to $44,000.00 from Stan Houston Equipment Company for new shop equipment for Dust Collector, Vehicle Hoist, etc. Motion carried.

On a motion made by Lisa Snedeker, seconded by Becca Grassel, the Board approves the fiscal year 2023 school audit report and approves the audit for the 2024 fiscal year with Schoenfish & Co., Inc. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Rikki Ohlrogge, seconded by Lisa Snedeker, to approve heating/cooling in the pre-school/daycare addition from Barton’s Heating & Cooling in the amount of $6,750.00. Motion carried.

With no further business to come before the Board, the November 11, 2024, regular school board meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m. on a motion by Becca Grassel, with a second by Rikki Ohlrogge. Motion carried. 

JASON WHITE

Chair

SARAH SWENSON

Business Manager

Published once on November 21, 2024, at the total approximate cost of $136.00 and may be viewed free of charge at www.sdpublicnotices.com.

Sanborn County Commissioners met in regular session on Friday, November 8, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., with Chairman Jeff Ebersdorfer presiding. Present were Steve Larson, Gary Blindauer, and Duane Peterson. Paul Larson was absent. Auditor Kami Moody was also present. Motion by Peterson, seconded by S. Larson, to approve the minutes from the October 15 meeting, as presented. Motion carried. Motion by S. Larson, seconded by Peterson, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.

CITIZEN COMMENT 

Lynn Brueske, Register of Deeds, was present to discuss a bill that was presented to her for the scanning of books of the Register of Deed’s office as she is working to preserve the documents. This will provide a digital backup option. 

REPORTS AND BILLS

Auditor and Treasurer in all accounts $4,242,421.58

Register of Deeds $3,673.50

Motion by Peterson, seconded by Blindauer, to pay the following bills; motion carried.

October payroll before Deductions:

Commissioners $6,465.24

Auditor $9,357.06

Treasurer $9,704.10

States Attorney $11,198.86

Courthouse $4,621.99

Assessor $9,726.92

Register of Deeds $9,610.88

Sheriff $19,882.92

Public Welfare $1,847.88

Ambulance $1,337.92

Extension Office $3,491.14

Weed $4,915.71

Drainage $193.77

Road and Bridge $58,318.21

E-911 $202.98

Emergency Management $750.40

Sobriety Testing $203.02

First National Bank, Tax Liability $61,699.41

Accounts Management, Employee Garnishment $87.00

Town, Townships and Schools, Monthly Remittance $73,272.72

First National Bank of Omaha, Direct Deposit Fee $27.56

Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Insurance $25,169.66

AFLAC, Insurance $2,004.38

South Dakota Retirement System, Retirement $10,376.32

Delta Dental, Insurance $1,060.00

Small Business, Insurance $51.00

Sanborn County Treasurer, Taxes in Trust $4,762.37

BEAM, Insurance $568.10

Cincinnati Insurance Co., Insurance $492.89

Colonial Life, Insurance $126.30

First National Bank Omaha, Supplies $673.56

NorthWestern Energy, Utilities $1,267.27

Quadient Leasing USA Inc, Stamp Machine Rent $616.74

A-Ox Welding, Supplies $78.81

Amazon, Supplies $338.23

AT&T Mobility, Utilities $447.20

Axon Enterprise Inc., Dues $2,755.57

Beadle County Sheriff, Jail Fees $3,105.00

Bierschbach Equipment & Supply, Supplies $970.00

Bound Tree, Supplies $217.25

Brosz Engineering Inc., Services and Fees $8,300.00

Budde Septic Tank Cleaning LLC, Ambulance Floor Clean Out $236.00

Builders First Source, Paint Doors and Prep 4-H Building $13,513.99

Butler Equipment Co., Equipment $870.55

Central Electric Co-op, Utilities $759.68

Churchill, Manolis, Freeman, Court Appointed Fees $2,103.00

City of Woonsocket, Utilities $115.84

State of South Dakota, Blood Alcohol Test $40.00

ES&S, Election Supplies $3,455.18

Express 2, Fuel $296.73

Bailey Harvey, Blood Draw $80.00

Hillyard of Sioux Falls, Supplies $937.29

Innovative Office Solutions, Toner $542.92

J&P Roofing Systems Inc., Courthouse Roof $7,442.30

James Valley Drug Task Force, 2025 Dues $6,250.00

KO’s Pro Service, Oil Change and Repairs $671.60

Marvie Larson, Mowing $750.00

Lifequest, Quarterly Support $2,000.00

Mac’s Hardware Store, Supplies $11.51

McLeods Printing & Supply, Supplies $92.44

Menards, Supplies $525.45

Midwest Fire Safety, Fire Extinguisher Inspection $1,257.00

Napa Central, Supplies $289.90

Office Peeps, Supplies $141.09

Physicians Claims Company, Ambulance Service Fee September ‘24 $418.76

Premier Pest Control, Services and Fees $2,500.00

Michael Rankin, 4-H Building Door Replacement $4,400.17

Runnings Supply Company, Supplies $242.77

Santel Communications, Utilities $1,205.06

South Dakota Department of Transportation, Services and Fees $4,426.71

South Dakota Sheriff’s Association, Dues $569.90

South Dakota Association of County Officials, Monthly Remittance $82.00

South Dakota State University Department of Animal Science, 2024 Redbooks $150.00

Sign Solutions, Supplies $712.71

State Treasurer, Monthly Remittance $63,421.08

Sanborn Weekly Journal, Publishing $300.00

Tech Solutions, Utilities $3,239.98

Total Epoxy Systems Inc., Epoxy Floor for Addition $35,020.47

Truck & Trailer Specialists LLC, Repairs $2,654.70

Two Way Solutions Inc., Programming $225.00

Verizon, Utilities $49.12

Vern Eide Ford, Ambulance Alignment $227.45

Ron J. Volesky, Court Appointed Attorney Fees $855.00

Waste Management, Utilities $271.30

Woony Foods, Supplies $6.28

Xcel Energy, Utilities $42.01

HIGHWAY

Stacy Mendenhall and Sheri Kogel, Highway Department, met with the board. Motion by Peterson, seconded by Blindauer, to transfer $957,000 from General Fund to the Highway Fund for 2024 expenses. Motion carried. Discussion was held on repairing the woodchipper or purchasing new. Motion by S. Larson, seconded by Peterson, for the Highway Department to end Day Light savings time hours and go to eight-hour workdays, effective on November 18th. Motion carried. 

Spencer Dockter, with Brosz Engineering, was present to discuss the bridge inspection that was just completed by Brosz on behalf of the County. Jamie VanZee, with Brosz Engineering, was present to discuss bridge 56-200-153 and the bid letting process. Motion by S. Larson, seconded by Peterson to sign an agreement with Brosz Engineering to complete a compression test for flood site 08-0, located on 241st Street between 411th and 412th Avenues. Motion carried. Motion by Blindauer, seconded by S. Larson, to enter a joint powers agreement with the South Dakota Department of Transportation for four of the locations that were affected by the spring flood. Motion carried. 

Motion by S. Larson, seconded by Peterson, to approve the bid from Feistner Gravel & Excavating for the repair on 241st Street between 411th and 412th Avenues. Motion carried. 

Bids are as follows:

Feistner Gravel & Excavating – $24,000;

Midwest Excavating – $67,997.28.

CANVASS

The Board of Commissioners convened as the Election Canvassing Board. The board canvassed the votes for the November 5, 2024, General Election.  Motion by Peterson, seconded by S. Larson to accept the canvass. Motion carried. Voter turnout for Sanborn County was 75 percent. 

By random draw, a precinct and two races were selected for the Post-Election Audit that will be held in the commissioner room on November 14, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. Precinct 5 was drawn for the precinct to be audited. Initiated Measure 29 was drawn for the Statewide contest and Public Utilities Commissioner for the random draw contest. Audit results will be shared with the board at the meeting held on November 19th. 

Election results for Sanborn County were as follows:

United States President and Vice President – Kamala D. Harris and Tim Walz, 259; Chase Oliver and Mike ter Maat, 3; Donald Trump and JD Vance, 929; Robert F. Kennedy and Nicole Shanahan, 21;

United States Representative – Sheryl Johnson, 188; Dusty Johnson, 1,023;

Public Utilities Commissioner – Forrest Wilson, 182; A. Gideon Oakes, 39; Kristie Fiegen, 928;

State Senator District 20 – Paul Miskimins, 887;

State Representative District 20 – Jeff Bathke, 709; Kaley Nolz, 651;

County Commissioner District 2 – Paul Larson, 112; Earl Hinricher, 168;

Constitutional Amendment E: An Amendment to the South Dakota Constitution Updating Gender References for Certain Officeholders and Persons – Yes, 374; No, 820;

Constitutional Amendment F: An Amendment to the South Dakota Constitution Authorizing the State to Impose a Work Requirement on Individuals Eligible for Expanded Medicaid Benefits – Yes, 607; No, 582;

Constitutional Amendment H: An Amendment to the South Dakota Constitution Establishing Top-Two Primary Elections – Yes, 299; No, 871;

Initiated Measure 28: An Initiated Measure Prohibiting Taxes on Anything Sold for Human Consumption – Yes, 251; No, 930;

Initiated Measure 29: An Initiated Measure Legalizing the Recreational Use, Possession, and Distribution of Marijuana – Yes, 398; No, 803;

Referred Law 21: A Referred Act to Provide New Statutory Requirements for Regulating Linear Transmission Facilities, to Allow Counties to Impose a Surcharge on Certain Pipeline Companies, and to Establish a Landowner Bill of Rights – Yes, 314; No, 880;  

Chairman Ebersdorfer declared to reconvene as Board of Commissioners.

LIQUOR LICENSE

Hearing no objections, motion by Blindauer, seconded by S. Larson, to approve the following liquor licenses; motion carried:

John Doren – Retail (On-Sale); 

Liquor and Package (Off Sale) Liquor – DBA Doren’s Bar;

Country Pumper – Retail (On-Sale) Wine – Louise Alt.

OTHER BUSINESS BROUGHT BEFORE THE BOARD

The Woonsocket Development Cooperation has members of the community willing to sit on a Housing board. They are requesting that a member of the Sanborn County Board of Commissioners represent the Board of Commissioners in hopes to create growth opportunities within the City of Woonsocket. The Development Cooperation completed a survey to qualify for federal grants and the results of the survey will be presented by Eric Ambroson from District III. A meeting date has not yet been set. Commissioner Peterson has offered to sit on the housing board to represent the County.  

There being no further business before the board, motion by Peterson, seconded by Blindauer to adjourn the meeting at 12:08 p.m. Motion carried. The next regular scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

Kami Moody

Sanborn County Auditor

Jeff Ebersdorfer

Chairman of the Board, 

Sanborn County                   

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