Sanborn County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 20, at 9:00 a.m. with Chairman Jeff Ebersdorfer presiding. Present were Steve Larson, Paul Larson, Gary Blindauer, and Duane Peterson. Auditor Kami Moody was also present. Motion by Blindauer, seconded by Peterson, to approve the minutes from the February 6 meeting, as presented. Motion carried.  Motion by P. Larson, seconded by S. Larson, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.

CITIZENS INPUT

Wayne Feistner was present to express his opinion about reducing the speed limit on 236th Street, also known as the Twin Lakes oil.  

REPORTS AND BILLS

Motion by Blindauer, seconded by S. Larson, to pay the following bills; motion carried:

First National Bank, Tax Liability $2,667.87

Accounts Management, Employee Garnishment $418.50

Town, Townships and Schools, Monthly Remittance $314,346.24

Amazon, Supplies $554.06

Beadle County Sheriff, Jail Fees – D. Gee – J. Knox $3,325.00

Brosz Engineering Inc., Services $12,167.50

Central Electric Co-op, Utilities $419.24

Dawson Construction Inc., Garbage $269.40

Farmers Elevator Co., Fuel $21,386.33

First National Bank Omaha, Supplies $708.03

KO’S Pro Service, Repairs $940.57

Lifequest, Quarterly Support $2,000.00

Mack Metal Sales Inc., Supplies $38.32

Menards, Supplies $18.96

Mitchell Concrete Products, Repairs $3,645.00

NorthWestern Energy, Utilities $3,808.55

Office Peeps, Supplies $138.29

Postmaster, Supplies $136.00

Quadient Finance USA Inc., Postage $2,000.00

South Dakota Association Comp. Equipment, 2024 Membership Dues $15.00

South Dakota Association of County Officials, 2024 Spring Workshop $600.00

SDSU Extension, County 4-H Advisor Billing $19,740.00

Sign Solutions USA, Supplies $1,697.21

Waste Management, Utilities $229.92

HIGHWAY

Stacy Mendenhall and Sheri Kogel, Highway Department, met with the board. Rural Access Infrastructure grants were discussed, regarding funds still available for distribution. 

Motion by Peterson, seconded by Blindauer, to sign Resolution 2024-3 for County Weight Limit Resolution. Motion carried. 

SANBORN COUNTY WEIGHT LIMIT ENFORCEMENT 

RESOLUTION

RESOLUTION # 2024-3

WHEREAS, excessive loads can be detrimental to our highways, and

WHEREAS, seasonal climatic changes can be detrimental to our highways, and

WHEREAS, the Sanborn County Board of County Commissioners, desires to protect existing Sanborn County Highways, ultimately saving the tax dollars and,

WHEREAS, the Sanborn County Board of County Commissioners, desires the enforcement of weight limitations on Sanborn County Roads as set forth and posted by the Sanborn County Highway Superintendent.

WHEREAS, the limits on Sanborn County Highways shall be set as 80,000 pounds gross weight for any vehicle or combination of vehicles and a maximum truck speed of 40 miles per hour, on County Road, 09-O (397th Ave – Mt. Vernon Oil).

That the South Dakota Highway Patrol is and hereby is authorized and requested to enforce weight limitations on Sanborn County Roads. 

Be it further resolved that the penalty for the violation of the load restrictions shall be as set forth in SDCL 32-22-55.

Vote of Sanborn County Commissioners: AYE 5, NAY 0

Dated on February 20, 2024, at Woonsocket, South Dakota.

ATTEST:

/s/ Kami Moody, 

Sanborn County Auditor

/s/ Jeff Ebersdorfer, 

Chairman of Sanborn 

County Commission

Motion by Blindauer, seconded by P. Larson, to sign Resolution 2024-4 for Bridge Reinspection Program Resolution for Use with South Dakota Department of Transportation Retainer Contract. Motion carried.

BRIDGE REINSPECTION 

PROGRAM RESOLUTION FOR USE WITH SDDOT RETAINER CONTRACTS

WHEREAS, 23 CFR 650 Subpart C, requires initial inspection of all bridges and reinspection at intervals not to exceed two years with the exception of reinforced concrete box culverts that meet specific criteria. These culverts are reinspected at intervals not to exceed four years.

THEREFORE, Sanborn County is desirous of participating in the Bridge Inspection Program. 

The County requests SDDOT to hire Brosz Engineering (Consulting Engineers) for the inspection work. SDDOT will secure federal approvals, make payments to the Consulting Engineer for inspection services rendered, and bill the County for 20 percent of the cost. The county will be responsible for the required 20 percent matching funds.

Dated this 20th day of February 2024, at Woonsocket, South Dakota.

Board of County 

Commissioners of 

Sanborn County

ATTEST:

/s/ Kami Moody, 

County Auditor

/s/ Jeff Ebersdorfer, 

Chairman of the Board

BRICE PAULSON, BUTLER

Brice Paulson was at the meeting to present options regarding the oldest maintainer and how the county plans to move forward with the county’s current maintainers and what costs are. Extended warranty, new purchase, and lease options were all discussed. 

KEVIN DEVOY, MACQUEEN EQUIPMENT

Kevin Devoy was present to discuss the costs of a new ambulance. Rick George and Aaron Fink were also present. Devoy answered all questions that the board had regarding specifications on a new rig. Devoy met with the ambulance crew prior to this meeting and all the specifications were discussed to give an exact cost to the board. Emergency Manager, Josh Starzman, is working on a FEMA grant to help defray the costs of a new ambulance. 

BRENDA FAGERHAUG

Fagerhaug brought the idea to the board about reducing the speed limit on 236th Street, also known as the Twin Lakes oil, on the county highway, in the three-fourths of the mile where there are cabins. The board will do some further research, with the possibility of setting up speed strips to determine if reducing the speed limit is a necessary form of action. 

JAMIE MILLER

Jamie Miller presented prices for a floor scrubber for the 4-H Building. Miller will have demos come out and make the final decision on her request. She will present the cost to the board at the March meeting. 

OTHER BUSINESS BROUGHT BEFORE THE BOARD 

Auditor Moody informed the board that the 2023 Annual Report has been completed, filed, and will be published in the upcoming paper. 

Drainage Board minutes from January 10 were reviewed, discussed, and approved.  

Emergency Manager, Josh Starzman, visited with the board regarding a tower in Artesian, and running power to it. Starzman will get quotes for electrical costs. 

There being no further business before the board, motion by Larson, seconded by P. Larson, to adjourn the meeting at 12:27 p.m. Motion carried. 

The next regular scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2024.                                                                                                                                          

Kami Moody

Sanborn County Auditor

Jeff Ebersdorfer

Chairman of the Board, 

Sanborn County         

Published once on March 1, 2024, at the total approximate cost of $80.00 and may be viewed free of charge at www.sdpublicnotices.com.

The Woonsocket Board of Education met in regular session on February 12th, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Boardroom of the Woonsocket School. Members attending were:  Jason White, Lisa Snedeker, Todd Olinger, and Rikki Ohlrogge. Not in attendance was Rebecca Grassel. Others attending were Superintendent Rod Weber, Jason Bruce, Armondo Rodriguez, Brooke King, Shelley Schlicht, Kylie Pauly, and Sarah Swenson. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and the meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. 

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

The minutes of the regular board meeting held on January 8, 2024, were approved as presented on a motion by Rikki Ohlrogge, seconded by Todd Olinger. Motion carried. 

On a motion by Todd Olinger, seconded by Rikki Ohlrogge, the Board approved the claims presented and the January 2024 financial report as follows; motion carried.

GENERAL FUND, Beginning balance: $926,475.99; Add receipts: Taxes $11,396.64; Interest $7,444.07; Admissions $850.00; Rentals: $0.00; Pupil activities $0.00; Other Local $1,179.05; State Aid $125,242.00; Federal Grants Receivable $0.00; Other State: $868.60; Total to be accounted for:  $1,073,456.35; less disbursements $185,439.23; Cash balance: $888,017.12; less contracts and accounts payable/transfers $0.00; Fund balance: $888,017.12.

CAPITAL OUTLAY, Beginning balance:  $1,944,910.97: Add receipts: Taxes $10,999.13; Other local $0.00; Federal Grants Receivable $0.00. Total to be accounted for: $1,955,910.10; less disbursements $21,271.86; Cash balance: $1,934,638.24; less accounts payable $0.00; plus accounts receivable $0.00; Fund balance:  $1,934,638.24.

SPECIAL EDUCATION, Beginning balance: $596,647.91; Add receipts: Taxes $6,244.03; State $0.00; Federal $0.00; Total to be accounted for: $602,891.94; less disbursements $42,469.26; Cash balance: $560,422.68; Less contracts and accounts payable/transfers $0.00; plus accounts receivable $0.00; Fund balance: $560,422.68.

FOOD SERVICE, Beginning balance: $34,822.77; Add receipts: Interest $31.40; Adult receipts $0.00; Pupil receipts $10,328.67; Other local $465.50; State $0.00; Federal reimbursement $7,164.65; Total to be accounted for: $52,812.99; less disbursements $27,142.97; Cash balance: $25,670.02; Less contracts/accounts payable $0.00; plus accounts receivable $0.00; Fund balance: $25,670.02. 

ENTERPRISE FUND #53, Beginning balance: $69,756.41; Add receipts: Other local $0.00; Student tuition $10,576.40; Total to be accounted for: $80,332.81; less disbursements $20,493.73; Cash balance: $59,839.08; Less contracts/accounts payable $0.00; plus accounts receivable $0.00; Fund balance: $59,839.08. 

TRUST AND AGENCY, Beginning balance: $29,585.44; Add receipts:   Interest $38.21; Pupil activities $959.52; Other local $1,300.00; Total to be accounted for: $31,883.17; less disbursements $618.89; Fund balance: $31,264.28.

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

General Fund: $146,547.23   

Special Education: $42,082.14

Food Service: $10,991.18

Enterprise #53: $19,600.35

GENERAL FUND                            

A-OX WELDING, SUPPLIES – WELDING CLASS $548.86

AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, FRESHMAN PROJECT SUPPLIES – OVERAGE $976.49

AT&T, CELL PHONE $85.81

BROADCAST MUSIC, INC., MUSIC LICENSE $162.51

BROOKS OIL, FUEL OIL $7,977.60

CITY OF WOONSOCKET, WATER SERVICE $85.75

CLAYTON, JOHN, REIMBURSE – CAR WASH SCHOOL VAN $14.00

DIAL CORPORATION, ONLINE COURSES (4) $0.00

EDDY, TYSON, WRESTLING MILEAGE $274.38

EMC INSURANCE, COMMERCIAL AUTO PREMIUM $722.93

EXPRESS 2, GAS $183.47

EXPRESS STOP, GAS $1,362.29

FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA, Associated School Boards of South Dakota CONFERENCE LODGING $1,188.25

HAUFF MID-AMERICA SPORTS INC., CHROME COVER PLATES $449.00

HILLYARD, CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES $106.76

[IMPREST FUND:

BLUE, GREG, GIRLS BASKETBALL REFEREE AND RIDE TIME MILEAGE $122.24

CLARK, MATT, GIRLS BASKETBALL REFEREE AND RIDE TIME MILEAGE $119.00

HASKAMP, JIM, GIRLS BASKETBALL REFEREE AND MILEAGE $159.98

REGION V BAND CONTEST, REGION MUSIC CONTEST $72.00

SOUTH DAKOTA TEA, INDUSTRIAL TECH CONFERENCE $100.00

TOTAL GIRLS BASKETBALL REFEREE AND REGION BAND AND SOUTH DAKOTA TEA IMPREST CLAIMS:  $573.22]

IVERSON, KEY FOB $379.05

JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL, SNOWBLOWER PARTS $621.34

K&D BUSING INC.,  CONTRACTED BUSING $19,065.95

KO’S PRO SERVICE, TIRE REPAIR, OIL CHANGE AND O-RING $226.22

KROHMER PLUMBING, REPAIR – FROZEN WATER LINE $465.15

LEHR, DAVE, TECH SERVICE FEE $175.00

MACK METAL SALES, WELDING SUPPLIES $327.14

MENARDS, CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES AND FRESHMAN PROJECT OVERAGE AND LIGHTS $751.75

NORTHWESTERN ENERGY, ELECTRIC SERVICE $7,460.62

PETTY CASH, POSTAGE EXPENSE AND CAR WASH $12.10

PREFERRED PRINTING, EIGHTH GRADE DIPLOMAS AND COVERS $173.57

RUNNINGS SUPPLY, INC., CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES $169.09

SANBORN WEEKLY JOURNAL, PUBLICATIONS $616.84

SANTEL COMMUNICATIONS, PHONE AND INTERNET SERVICES $173.66

SCHOOL SPECIALTY, LLC, ELEMENTARY SUPPLIES $253.73

SOUTH DAKOTA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, BOILER INSPECTION AND CERTIFICATION FEE $80.00

TEACHER DIRECT, ELEMENTARY AND HIGH SCHOOL SUPPLIES $1,799.72

WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI-MN, GARBAGE SERVICE $426.10

WOONY FOODS, SUPPLIES $76.58

Fund Total: $47,964.93

CAPITAL OUTLAY

A&B BUSINESS EQUIPMENT, COPIER LEASE $1,035.45

HAUFF MID-AMERICA SPORTS INC., TRACK UNIFORMS $8,091.00

KOCH-HAZARD ARCHITECTS, CTE ADDITION – ARCHITECT FEES $3,510.00

Fund Total: $12,636.45

SPECIAL EDUCATION

AVERA ST. LUKES, CLIENT SERVICES $1,168.92

JAMES VALLEY EDUCATION CO-OP, CO-OP PAYMENT FIRST SEMESTER $19,989.00

PARENT/GUARDIAN, GUARDIAN TRAVEL $330.48

TEACHER DIRECT, SUPPLIES $980.14

Fund Total: $22,468.54

ENTERPRISE FUND #53

AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, BIRTH TO 4 SUPPLIES $309.85

EAST SIDE JERSEY DAIRY, FOOD $48.48

PERFORMANCE FOODSERVICE, FOOD AND SUPPLIES $160.39

SANTEL COMMUNICATIONS, PHONE AND INTERNET SERVICES $46.24

TEACHER DIRECT, SUPPLIES $260.04

WOONY FOODS, BIRTH TO 4 PRE-K FOOD/SUPPLIES $315.85

Fund Total: $1,140.85

Checking Account Total: $84,210.77

FOOD SERVICE                            

AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, SUPPLIES $31.90

BIMBO BAKERIES USA, FOOD $454.75

BUHLS DRY CLEANING, LAUNDRY SERVICE $33.73

EAST SIDE JERSEY DAIRY, FOOD $687.06

FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA, SUPPLIES $43.91

MIDWEST FIRE & SAFETY, KITCHEN SUPPRESSION SYSTEM INSPECTION $267.50

PERFORMANCE FOODSERVICE, FOOD AND SUPPLIES $9,992.89

WOONY FOODS, FOOD AND SUPPLIES $29.60

Fund Total: $11,541.34

Checking Account Total: $11,541.34

CUSTODIAL ACCOUNTS

FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA, BAND TRIP $2,030.34

LOCAL LUMBER, MATERIALS – FRESHMAN SHOP PROJECT $22.75

Fund Total: $2,053.09

Checking Account Total: $2,053.09

Sarah Swenson gave the financial report and advised that the auditors are running even further behind schedule than initially anticipated. They are planning to come the end of April or May. 

Mr. Weber advised that the school is going to move forward with licensing the Birth-to-4 Preschool with the state. The school has already been following guidelines but not licensed. Mr. Weber presented the Board with a list of possible Capital Outlay Budget items for future improvements. Mr. Weber updated that the football co-op meeting with Sanborn Central and Wessington Springs went well. The schools discussed improvements for upcoming years. 

Mr. Bruce updated that busing is still going well and the roads have been good, considering the warmer weather. Mr. Bruce updated that things are running smoothly in the kitchen. 

On behalf of Mrs. Jensen, Mrs. King updated that elementary students recently celebrated the 100th day of school and had their Valentine’s parties. Elementary students have also started Flight School again and are doing breakout sessions for reading. WEPC will be hosting an upcoming assembly. Eighth grade students will be participating in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) on February 29th. 

Mrs. King updated that she has worked with Mrs. Jensen on finalizing the NAEP testing as well as the state testing that is coming up and confirmed that all accommodations are in place. 

Mr. Rodriguez updated that Junior High and High School will begin doing math interventions. Mr. Rodriguez also updated that state E-Sports will be competing in person this year and it will be in Brookings. The school already has one student qualified and are hoping to have a few more. 

Kylie Pauly and Shelley Schlicht were also in attendance, and they advised the Board that they are considering doing away with Kindergarten and Preschool celebration ceremonies. They would still like to celebrate with their students but plan to do so as an end of year party, similar to what other grades are already doing.

On a motion made by Lisa Snedeker, seconded by Todd Olinger, the Board re-approves to pay $25 per hour to drive wrestlers to practice when the co-op requires a driver. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Rikki Ohlrogge, seconded by Todd Olinger, to approve the 2024-25 school calendar. Motion carried.

On a motion made by Lisa Snedeker, seconded by Rikki Ohlrogge, the Board approves the purchase of new curriculum for Junior High Science from McGraw-Hill in the amount of $9,015.59. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Todd Olinger, seconded by Lisa Snedeker, to approve new technology through Riverside Technologies, Inc (RTI) in the amount of up to $60,000.00. Motion carried.

On a motion by Todd Olinger, seconded by Rikki Ohlrogge, the Board approves a new sound system for the gymnasium from Unique Sound in the amount of $6,167.00. (NOTE: The school received a grant for $1,000.00 from NWPS to help with this cost.) Motion carried. 

Motion was made by Todd Olinger, seconded by Rikki Ohlrogge, to approve a spot bonus in the amount of $175.00 for janitor Trent Clayton when the water pipes froze over the weekend of January 13, 2024. Motion carried.

On a motion by Rikki Ohlrogge, seconded by Lisa Snedeker, the Board approves to transfer $50,000.00 from general fund to fund #51 food service. Motion carried.

On a motion made by Lisa Snedeker, seconded by Todd Olinger, the Board approves C. Eagle Construction in the amount of $2,739,000 (base bid) and alternate #1 for $30,450 as the low bid for the new CTE Shop Building addition. Other base bids include: First Dakota Construction $3,066,000 and Tellinghuisen Construction $2,745,000. The construction costs will be paid from $1,500,000 in capital outlay certificates, $225,000 from a workforce grant awarded to the school from the Department of Education, and the rest from the current capital outlay fund. No additional taxes will be raised for this project. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Todd Olinger, seconded by Rikki Ohlrogge, to approve resolution authorizing the execution, terms, issuance, sale, and payment of limited tax capital outlay certificates in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $1,500,000 of the Woonsocket School District 55-4 of Sanborn and Jerauld counties, South Dakota and the pledge of state aid to education to secure payment thereof. (NOTE: No additional taxes will be raised for the new CTE shop project.) Motion carried.

Motion was made by Rikki Ohlrogge, seconded by Todd Olinger, to approve D.A. Davidson & Co’s underwriting engagement and disclosure letter for retaining their firm as the District’s underwriter for the capital outlay certificates. Motion carried.

With no further business to come before the Board, the February 12, 2024, regular school board meeting was adjourned at 8:02 p.m. on a motion by Todd Olinger, with a second by Lisa Snedeker. Motion carried. 

JASON WHITE

Chair

SARAH SWENSON

Business Manager  

Published once on February 22, 2024, at the total approximate cost of $146.00 and may be viewed free of charge at www.sdpublicnotices.com.

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Sanborn County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., with Chairman Jeff Ebersdorfer presiding. Present were Steve Larson, Paul Larson, Gary Blindauer, and Duane Peterson. Auditor Kami Moody was also present. Motion by Blindauer, seconded by Peterson, to approve the minutes from the January 17 meeting, as presented. Motion carried. Motion by S. Larson, seconded by Peterson, to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.

CITIZEN INPUT: 

Gwen Senska was present to express some concerns about the fence around the pasture that the County owns. Fencing will be discussed with the high bidder at bidding time.   

REPORTS AND BILLS: 

Auditor and Treasurer in all accounts $3,026,831.36

Register of Deeds $2,482.00

Motion by Blindauer, seconded by P. Larson, to pay the following bills; motion carried:

Payroll before Deductions:

Commissioners $6,462.75

Auditor $9,351.88

Treasurer $9,699.84

States Attorney $7,795.92

Courthouse $4,620.73

Assessor $19,707.79

Register of Deeds $10,181.12

Sheriff $19,879.49

Public Welfare $1,848.87

Ambulance $1,654.17

Extension Office $2,500.67

Weed $3,782.50

Drainage $258.36

Planning and Zoning $258.36

Road and Bridge $44,378.35

E-911 $203.00

Emergency Management $750.25

Sobriety Testing $203.03

First National Bank of Omaha, Direct Deposit Fee $27.56

First National Bank, Tax Liability $21,018.20

Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Insurance $26,910.10

AFLAC, Insurance $1,862.97

South Dakota Retirement System, Retirement $11,181.38

Delta Dental, Insurance $1,081.50

Small Business, Insurance $51.00

Sanborn County Treasurer, Taxes in Trust $5,112.91

BEAM, Insurance $283.61

Cincinnati Insurance Co., Insurance $492.89

EMC National Life Company, Insurance $456.90

Colonial Life, Insurance $126.30

Accounts Management, Employee Garnishment $418.50

A-OX Welding, Supplies $904.00

All Traffic Solutions, Equipment for Speed Sign $1,472.21

Amazon , Supplies $571.73

AT&T Mobility, Utilities $406.39

Avera Queen of Peace, Employee $135.00

Beadle County Sheriff, Jail Fees – J. Potrament – J. Knox – R. Filter – M. English – M. English – G. Boom $2,915.00

Brooks Oil Company, Supplies $8,661.33

Brosz Engineering Inc., Services and Fees $4,904.00

Brule County Sheriff Office, Jail Fees – J. Knox $1,080.00

Butler, Supplies $1,591.98

City of Woonsocket, Utilities $96.24

Commtech Inc., Wiring Updates $380.00

D&L Tire Service, Supplies $98.60

Emergency Safety Education, EMT Courses $150.00

Eternal Security Products, Camera $258.52

Express 2, Fuel $216.03

Express Stop, Fuel $21.23

Farmers Elevator Co., Fuel $1,210.80

First National Bank of Omaha, Supplies $241.96

GrowMark Inc., Toner $636.35

Innovative Office Solutions, Toner $441.64

KO’S Pro Service, Repairs $878.10

Lewis Family Drug LLC, Medication – J. Knox $41.94

Menards, Supplies $215.56

Napa Central, Supplies $64.60

Northern Truck Equipment, Supplies $2,442.14

Office Peeps, Supplies $246.17

Physicians Claims Company, Ambulance Service Fee December ‘24 $511.23

Quadient Leasing, Stamp Machine Lease $616.74

Runnings Supply, Supplies $801.96

Safe Place of Eastern South Dakota, Quarterly Remittance $292.69

Sanborn County Ambulance, Meals $28.14

Santel Communications, Utilities $1,160.11

South Dakota Department of Transportation, Services and Fees $1,148.87

South Dakota Association of Assessing Officers, Membership Dues $75.00

South Dakota Association of County Officials, Spring Workshop $70.00

Dina Shefner, Crushed Gravel $72,000.00

State Treasurer, Monthly Remittance $73,122.59

Summit Contracting, 4-H Building Addition $28,259.71

Sanborn Weekly Journal, Publishing $560.17

TC Enterprises, Supplies $166.54

Tech Solutions, Tech Support $3,425.98

Trail King Industries, Inc., Supplies $204.09

Tritech Software System, Sheriff Dues $5,020.25

Verizon, Utilities $80.02

Wheelco, Supplies $208.80

Xcel Energy, Utilities $327.66

HIGHWAY: 

Stacey Mendenhall and Sheri Kogel, Highway Department, met with the board. Roads and Maintainers were discussed. The commissioners will continue with discussion regarding maintainers, as they have a maintainer that will have the warranty expiring in October. 

RESOLUTION 2024-2 – WILDLAND FIRE DIVISION DESIGNEE: 

Motion by P. Larson, seconded by S. Larson, to adopt resolution 2024-2. 

THE BOARD OF COUNTY 

COMMISSIONERS OF SANBORN COUNTY, SOUTH DAKOTA

RESOLUTION #2024-2

WILDLAND FIRE DIVISION 

DESIGNEE

WHEREAS, the South Dakota Department of Public Safety, Wildland Fire Division, has requested that the Sanborn County Commission appoint a designee for the purpose of requesting division assistance and assets for fire suppression in Sanborn County, and

WHEREAS such designee shall have authority (with prior confirmation of the commission chair) to obligate county funds when asking for assistance of the following type and character: single engine air tanker, fire engines, hand crews, fire investigators, and/or additional fire management personnel, and

WHEREAS such designee shall have authority (without confirmation of the commission chair) to request mutual aid assistance from the Wildland Fire Division of up to six personnel and two vehicles at no cost to the county, and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Sanborn County Emergency Manager, presently Josh Starzman, is hereby appointed as the official designee for this purpose for the calendar year of 2024. Also authorized is Sanborn County Commissioner Chairman, Jeff Ebersdorfer and Sanborn County Sheriff, Thomas Fridley. 

Votes cast of the Sanborn County Commissioners: AYE 5, NAY 0.

Passed and enacted this 6th day of February 2024.

/s/ Jeff Ebersdorfer

Sanborn County

Commissioner Chairman

ATTEST:

/s/ Kami Moody

Sanborn County Auditor

PASTURE LEASE

The high bid of $12,500 from Tim Pearson was accepted. Fencing was discussed. 

TAMI ZIEBART, DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF EQUALIZATION

Motion by Blindauer, seconded by Peterson, to enter Board of Adjustment. Motion carried. 

Ziebart presented a variance for Roger Schmit. By recommendation from the Planning & Zoning board, motion by S. Larson, seconded by P. Larson, to approve the variance as presented for NW 1/4  25-106-60. Motion carried. Ebersdorfer declared back to Board of Commissioners. 

AARON PILCHER, ATTORNEY

Pilcher was present to discuss with the board what their expectations are for the State’s Attorney position. The State’s Attorney position is up for election in 2024. 

OTHER BUSINESS BROUGHT BEFORE THE BOARD:

Planning & Zoning minutes from February 5 were reviewed, discussed, and approved.

Steve Larson gave an update on the 4-H building flooring. The board agreed to hire Flatland Concrete to clean and wax the building addition floor, prior to use, with the quote of $4,500.

Josh Starzman, Emergency Manager, updated the board regarding dispatch and communication methods for First Responders. 

Motion by Blindauer, seconded by S. Larson, to enter executive session at 10:47 a.m. Motion carried. Ebersdorfer declared the end of executive session at 10:55 a.m. Motion by P. Larson, seconded by S. Larson, to appoint Tami Ziebart as Director of Equalization, and increase Ziebart’s wage to $23.00 per hour, effective February 1, 2024. Motion carried. 

Commissioner Peterson discussed some of the Legislative bills that are currently in discussion. There was discussion on the Senate Bill 105 regarding Veteran’s Service Officers. 

Motion by S. Larson, seconded by Blindauer, to recess at 12:11 p.m., and to resume at 1:00 p.m. at the 4-H Building to hold the County Towns and Townships meeting with board members. The Commissioner meeting was adjourned at 2:43 p.m., by Chairman Ebersdorfer at the conclusion of the Township meeting. The next scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 20, 2024.

Kami Moody

Sanborn County Auditor

Jeff Ebersdorfer

Chairman of the Board, 

Sanborn County

Published once on February 22, 2024, at the total approximate cost of $97.00 and may be viewed free of charge at www.sdpublicnotices.com.

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