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Brandon Valley School District
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
ReRoof at Brandon Elementary School
BRANDON VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT - #49-2
BRANDON, SD 57005-1652
BID CLOSE: February 16, 2010 – 2:00 p.m. Local Time
INVITATION TO BID
Notice is hereby given that sealed bids to reroof Brandon Elementary School will be received by Todd Williams, District Operations Manager, Brandon Valley School District 49-2 at the George A. Gulson Administration Center, 300 South Splitrock Boulevard, Brandon, South Dakota, 57005 until 2:00 p.m. prevailing time on Tuesday, February 16, 2010. The bids will be opened and read aloud. Bids submitted on forms other that the one provided will not be considered. No bidder may withdraw a bid for 30 days following the bid opening without a written request explaining the cause of the withdrawal and without written consent of the Owner after reviewing the cause.
A resident bidder is allowed a preference as against the bid of any bidder from any other state enforcing or having a preference for resident bidders, equal to such preference.
All proposals must be accompanied by a certified or cashier's check or bank draft in the amount of five percent (5%) of the maximum amount of the proposal, drawn on a state or a national bank and payable to the Brandon Valley School District No. 49-2, as a guarantee that the bidder, if awarded a Purchase Order, shall properly execute the Purchase Order. In lieu thereof, a bid bond for ten percent (10%) of the maximum amount of the proposal may be submitted. Such bond to be issued by a surety authorized to do business in the State of South Dakota and made payable to the Brandon Valley School District No. 49-2.
Bid security in form of certified or cashier's check will be returned to all unsuccessful bidders within 30 days after opening of bids. If no award has been made within 30 days after the date of opening of bids, all bid securities will be returned.
The Board of Education will review the bids received and pass upon them at a regular or special Board meeting to be held no later than thirty (30) days following the bid opening.
The Board of Education of the Brandon Valley School District #49-2, reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to accept proposals it deems to be in its best interest, and to waive any or all informalities in bidding procedures.
By virtue of statutory authority, preference will be given to materials, products, and supplies found or produced within the State of South Dakota.
Paul J. Lundberg, Business Manager
Brandon Valley School District No. 49-2
Published twice at the total approximate cost of $62.24.
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Minnehaha
THE MINNEHAHA COUNTY COMMISSION CONVENED AT 9:00 A.M., February 2, 2010, pursuant to adjournment on January 26, 2010. Commissioners present were: Hajek, Twedt, Kelly, and Pekas. Commissioner Barth was absent. Also present were Sandy Kinder, Deputy Auditor, and Gordy Swanson, Chief Civil Deputy State's Attorney.
Chairman Hajek called the meeting to order.
AGENDA
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Twedt to approve the Agenda. 4 ayes.
MINUTES
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Kelly to approve the Minutes for January 26, 2010. 4 ayes.
VOUCHERS TO BE PAID
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Twedt to approve the following bills totaling $890,807.21 for payment and January salaries. 4 ayes.
A & B Business Equip Var. Depts 1,157.75; Albers, Tyrone Sheriff 72.00; All About Travel Inc Public Def 636.80; All Seasons Htg & Co Em Mgmt 188.91; American Planning As Planning 780.00; Anderson, Carol ARRA-HPRP 550.00; Anderson, Elwood ARRA-HPRP 1,100.00; Arena Motel Human Svcs 630.00; Argus Leader Planning 29.78; Around the Clock/Dra JDC 81.90; Auto Glass Center Hwy Constr 181.03; Automatic Building C Var. Depts 518.00; Avera Health Informa Public Def 67.80; Avera McKennan Hospi Var. Depts 64,952.61; Babinski Properties Var. Depts 695.00; Barbara Schneider Fo Jail 510.00; Benz, Vergil C Human Svcs 560.00; Berg, Danny D. Facilities 29.99; Billion's Sheriff 113.75; Border States Electr Facilities 23.94; Boulevard Investment Var. Depts 1,720.00; Boyer Trucks Sioux F Hwy Constr 873.00; Bureau of Informatio JDC 78.80; C & R Supply, Inc. Hwy Constr 11.64; Campbell Supply Co I JDC 27.98; Caulson, Dawn ARRA-HPRP 450.00; Century Business Pro Var. Depts 96.17; Chemco, Inc. Var. Depts 3,743.96; Childrens Home Socie Pass-Thru 43,754.00; City of Baltic Human Svcs 60.00; Cleveland Heights Ap Var. Depts 1,695.00; Cole Papers, Inc. Jail 686.56; Concrete Materials Hwy Constr 24,375.38; Constellation New En Facilities 6,740.35; Country View MHC Var. Depts 900.48; Crescent Electric Su Facilities 61.31; Cronn, Debra Human Svcs 280.00; Cunningham, Lloyd B Human Svcs 400.00; Dakota Auto Parts Hwy Constr 112.12; Dakota Forensic Cons Coroner 6,000.00; Dale Animal Hospital Sheriff 380.00; Delux Motel / Dakota Human Svcs 500.00; Dialnet/Ahrens Telec Var. Depts 268.98; Dollar Genl Stores M JDC 23.50; D2 Investments ARRA-HPRP 575.00; Electric Constructio Mus Maint 229.00; Electric Supply Co., Jail 985.00; Electronic Engineeri Em Mgmt 13,578.00; Element Properties L ARRA-HPRP 400.00; Elite Business Syste Human Svcs 3,807.85; Farland, Lawrence A ARRA-HPRP 575.00; Farm Show Magazine Extension 21.95; Fastenal Company Hwy Constr 89.22; Federal Express Corp Sheriff 12.84; Finnegan, Daniel Hwy Constr 32.00; Four Winds Indian Bo JDC 82.70; Fred the Fixer Inc Sheriff 90.00; Frerichs, Franz ARRA-HPRP 1,200.00; G & D Enterprises ARRA-HPRP 450.00; G & R Controls Inc Facilities 73.35; Gaylord Bros. Mus Ops 309.40; GCSA of SD Extension 195.00; Genzlinger, Janeen Courts 37.80; Geotek Engineering & Em Mgmt 10,434.00; Glasco, Randy ARRA-HPRP 900.00; Good Home Rentals, L Human Svcs 400.00; Graham, Robert C ARRA-HPRP 280.00; Graybar Electric Com Facilities 64.80; Great Plains Int'l T Hwy Constr 2,285.81; Guzman, Sandra V. Public Adv 37.50; Hammer, Ralph Hwy Admin 90.00; Hander, Inc. Human Svcs 197.11; Harms Oil Company Hwy Constr 15,322.47; Hawkey, Janice Hwy Constr 61.98; Heartland Paper Comp Jail 1,656.41; Heibult, Dori Musm Entpr 125.00; Hembree, Bill Human Svcs 188.70; Heritage Investments ARRA-HPRP 585.00; Heritage Place Apts ARRA-HPRP 475.00; Hildebrand, Steve C ARRA-HPRP 255.00; Hillyard, Inc. Facilities 582.79; Holcomb Freightliner Hwy Constr 284.78; Hurtgen, Timothy T. ARRA-HPRP 600.00; Hy-Vee Accounts Rece Var. Depts 215.78; Int'l Code Council, Planning 35.00; Interstate Office Pr Var. Depts 2,272.18; Intoximeters, Inc. 24/7 Prog 2,000.00; JCL Solutions-Janito Jail 514.34; Johnson Feed, Inc. Hwy Constr 9,589.93; Keller, Francis M DB ARRA-HPRP 680.00; Knights Inn Human Svcs 680.00; Koistra Harrisburg L ARRA-HPRP 600.00; Koopman & Sons Gas C Hwy Admin 387.00; Kreisers, Inc. Jail 220.00; KTTW-FOX-TV/Independ Mus Ops 130.00; Lamb Motor Company I Jag Grants 26,904.00; Lang Properties LLC Human Svcs 500.00; Larson, Rick Sheriff 72.00; Lassegaard, Samuel C Var. Depts 956.25; Lawson Products, Inc Hwy Constr 69.25; Leesch, Mark ARRA-HPRP 800.00; Lewis Drug Stores Human Svcs 423.07; Linweld, Inc. Hwy Constr 29.50; Ludoc Enterprises In Ambulance 2,395.83; Mac's, Inc. Facilities 24.00; Majestic View Apartm ARRA-HPRP 595.00; Marco Extension 158.00; Med-Tech Resource In Jail 318.01; Medical X-Ray Center Var. Depts 1,973.01; Menards - East Facilities 366.03; Michaels Fence & Sup Em Mgmt 4,165.50; Midamerican Energy C Human Svcs 337.50; Midwest Oil Company, Hwy Constr 639.64; Midwest Regional Ima Human Svcs 3,161.98; Midwest Residential Human Svcs 600.00; Miller Funeral Home, Human Svcs 2,617.50; Minnehaha Cnty Fire Pass-Thru 2,127.50; Minnehaha Cnty SO Pe Sheriff 16.62; Minnehaha Conservati Soil Cons 5,000.00; Mobile Electronic Se Commission 680.00; Murray Properties, L Human Svcs 785.00; NACDL Public Def 565.00; NASW-SD Human Svcs 150.00; Nelson, William ARRA-HPRP 575.00; Neuropsychology Cons Human Svcs 212.12; Nicolai, Tim Human Svcs 475.00; North Ridge Apartmen ARRA-HPRP 1,397.75; Northridge Propertie Human Svcs 500.00; Northstar Auto Glass Jail 120.00; Nowak, Kris G Human Svcs 400.00; Nutrition Seminar Extension 125.00; O'Reilly Auto Parts Hwy Constr 14.90; Oakmont Ltd Ptnrship ARRA-HPRP 1,280.00; Office Depot Public Def 375.07; Orthopedic Institute Human Svcs 29.20; Paintball-Parts.Com Jail 130.91; Painter, Steven L Human Svcs 300.00; Parkview, LLC ARRA-HPRP 595.00; Pederson Properties ARRA-HPRP 675.00; Pfeifer Implement Co Facilities 92.94; Pheasantland Industr Sheriff 24.06; Public Safety Equip Em Mgmt 2,995.00; Qualified Presort Se Treasurer 31,144.18; Quality Efficiencies Human Svcs 800.00; Quill Corp. Public Def 218.48; Qwest Jail 102.74; RDO Equipment Co. Hwy Constr 74.24; Redwood Biotech Var. Depts 697.50; River Terrace Apts L Human Svcs 800.00; Rochester Armored Ca Treasurer 379.50; Rods Properties LLC ARRA-HPRP 500.00; Ron's Garage, Inc. Facilities 114.28; Rosecrest Townhouses ARRA-HPRP 500.00; Sanford Hospital Med Public Def 33.50; Schnetter, Ron Human Svcs 400.00; Schoppert, R Scott Human Svcs 500.00; SD Dept of Public Sa Human Svcs 50.00; SD Dept of Revenue Hwy Constr 14.00; SD Dept of Transport Hwy Constr 3,718.82; SF Family Vision Human Svcs 10.00; Shipley's Laundry & Mus Entpr 20.60; Shriver, Tim/Greg Human Svcs 250.00; Silver Glen MHC, LLC Human Svcs 550.00; Simon, Anthony Commission 60.00; Sioux Empire Fair As Fair 17,366.66; Sioux Falls Chamber Agri-Bus 2,500.00; Sioux Falls City Fin Donations 405.00; Sioux Falls Rubber S Elections 40.00; Sioux Falls Two Way Jail 25.00; Sioux Falls Utilitie Var. Depts 10,265.15; Sioux Printing, Inc. Hwy Constr 348.50; Sisson Printing, Inc Insurance 671.00; Sorensen, Robert Human Svcs 800.00; Soukup Construction, JDC 195.00; Southridge Apts ARRA-HPRP 535.00; Swier, Curt ARRA-HPRP 575.00; Taylor, Robert H Human Svcs 400.00; Thomas, Michelle Public Def 611.80; Tietgen, Donald ARRA-HPRP 1,100.00; Timekeeping Systems, Jail 1,400.21; Tires,Tires,Tires In Var. Depts 1,108.42; Tri-State Emergency Em Mgmt 20.00; UMR-COBRA Human Svcs 429.53; VB Falls Terrace Apt Human Svcs 660.00; VB Tower LP/Falls VI Human Svcs 145.00; Verizon Wireless Em Mgmt 810.18; Vision Care Associat Human Svcs 126.21; Voeltz, Roger Sheriff 383.26; Vollan, Bruce ARRA-HPRP 1,100.00; Wal-Mart Pharmacy Human Svcs 1,135.84; Wal-Mart Pharmacy Human Svcs 489.65; Walgreen Co. Human Svcs 681.33; Weber, Linda Human Svcs 225.00; Weed and Pest Confer Hwy Admin 205.00; Westbrooke Apts/Inve ARRA-HPRP 550.00; Westergard, Rod Hwy Admin 144.43; Willow Wood Apartmen ARRA-HPRP 327.50; Wilson, Robert Commission 199.16; Xcel Energy, Inc. Var. Depts 35,292.72; Yellow Jacket Proper ARRA-HPRP 500.00; 5-Forty Partnership ARRA-HPRP 1,445.00; Commission Salaries 23,678.73; Auditor Salaries 35,101.33; Treasurer Salaries 57,359.70; IT Salaries 57,379.91; States Atty Salaries 162,613.95; Public Defender Salaries 122,810.54; Public Advocate Salaries 28,376.56; Facilities Salaries 69,200.67; Equalization Salaries 69,798.64; Register Of Deeds Salaries 37,135.13; Human Resources Salaries 14,975.37; Sheriff Salaries 937,589.09; Juvenile Detn Ctr Salaries 169,905.08; Highway Salaries 127,303.13; Human Services Salaries 78,460.92; Museum Salaries 61,585.50; Planning Salaries 36,174.95; Extension Salaries 8,027.84 ;
REPORT
The following report was received from the County Treasurer and placed on file in the Auditor's office: 2009 Investment Yield vs 4 Week T-Bill Benchmark.
PERSONNEL
MOTION by Twedt seconded by Pekas to approve the following personnel changes. 4 ayes.
1. To hire Todd Arneson as Tax & License Technician (10/1) for the Treasurer's Office at $14.441/hour effective 2-3-10.
2. To hire Melvyn Makinson as part-time Correctional Officer in Training (12/2) for the 24/7 Program at $16.339 per hour effective 2-1-10.
3.To accept the voluntary demotion of Chris Chambers from Deputy Sheriff (16/2) for the Sheriff's Office to Correctional Officer (13/2) for the Jail at $17.166 effective 1-26-10.
4. To place Kim Schoenhard, Administrative Secretary for the Jail, on leave without pay effective 1-21-10 to 2-2-10.
Step Increases Due:
1.Traci Smith - Public Defender - Public Defender - 26/2 to 26/3, 12-27-09, $3,424.00/bi-weekly
2. Gerald Lang - Building Facilities Maintenance Technician - Facilities - 14/17 to 14/18, 1-24-10, $26.773/hour
3. Angela Balfe - Deputy Sheriff - Jail - 16/14 to 16/15, 1-27-10, $27.442/hour
4. Matthew Tirevold - Correctional Officer - Jail - 13/7 to 13/8, 12-27-09, $19.907/hour
5. Dennis Clauson - Correctional Officer - Jail - 13/2 to 13/3, 1-7-10, $17.595/hour
6.Donald Heesch - Air Guard Security Officer II - Air Guard - 13/11 to 13/12, 12-27-09, $21.974/hour
7.Thaddeus Thomas - Air Guard Security Officer II - Air Guard - 13/7 to 13/8, 12-27-09, $19.907/hour
8.Diane Johnson - Corrections System Operator - Air Guard - 9/13 to 9/14, 12-27-09, $18.948/hour
9.Terry Persing - Security Officer - STI Security - 13/7 to 13/8, 2-1-10, $19.907/hour
Special Commission Action Requests:
1.To recognize the following significant employee anniversaries for February: 5 years - Daniel Kaiser, Terry Persing, Teri Appeldorn, Arthur Borden, Michael Colwill, and Patrick Rickerl; 15 years - Patricia Albrecht; and 25 years - Eli Whitney
2.To record volunteers in County Departments for January 2010. The list is on file in Human Resources.
ABATEMENTS
The following abatements were recommended by Kyle Helseth, Deputy Director of Equalization:
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Twedt to approve the following 2009 property tax abatement: Curtis Johnson, ID 39555 - $336.75. 4 ayes.
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Twedt to approve the following 2009 property tax abatement: Howe Investment Company LLP, ID 53889, $1,008.36. 4 ayes.
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Twedt to approve the following abatement: Jessica Peterson, ID 81903, $1,623.78. 4 ayes.
NOTICE
MOTION by Twedt, seconded by Pekas to authorize the Auditor to publish Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Resolution to Create Minnehaha County Housing Commission Under SDCL 11-7-7. 4 ayes.
PLANNING
Pat Herman, Planner, gave the first reading of a resolution to adopt the proposed Shape Sioux Falls 2035 Comprehensive Plan. The Plan was adopted by the Sioux Falls City Council on 12/7/09. No changes were made to the joint jurisdictional area as the city does not anticipate growth to exceed the current boundary. The Plan will be considered jointly with the city of Sioux Falls and Lincoln County. MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Kelly to authorize the Auditor to publish Notice of Hearing on 2/16/10. 4 ayes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Melanie Bliss, Homeless Coalition Coordinator, presented the Unsung Hero Award to Commissioner Carol Twedt. Commissioner Twedt was nominated because of her support of the poor and indigent over the years. Commissioner Twedt credited the Commission for their budgetary support of the many programs that help the homeless as well as those people working directly with those needing assistance. Ms. Bliss also announced that a meeting will be held on 2/4/10 for people who have an interest in ending homelessness in Sioux Falls with a focus on family homelessness.
HIGHWAY
At the request of Bob Meister, Highway Superintendent, MOTION by Kelly, seconded by Twedt to approve Resolution MC10-02. 4 ayes.
RESOLUTION MC10-02
RESOLUTION TO DELETE BRIDGE FROM NBIS
The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners is in agreement with SDDOT that the following structure(s) should be deleted from the National Bridge Inventory System (NBIS) for the following reason(s):
STRUCTURE ID, LOCATION and REASON FOR DELETION:
50-049-110, 3.0N & 1.9E of Humboldt, Structure replaced with CMP that no longer meets NBIS criteria.
50-050-109, 2.0E & 3.1N of Humboldt, Structure replaced with CMP that no longer meets NBIS criteria.
50-186-081, 2.1S & 0.7W of Baltic, Structure replaced with CMP that no longer meets NBIS criteria.
The Commission is aware of the following stipulations once a structure is deleted from the NBIS Inventory:
1. Federal Bridge funds will not be available for structure replacement or rehabilitation and
2. The structure will only be added to the Inventory following replacement, using County funds.
Upon receipt of this resolution, the above structure(s) will be deleted from inventory.
Vote of Commissioners: Yes - 4, No - 0
Dated at Sioux Falls, SD, this 2nd day of February, 2010.
Anne Hajek, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sandy Kinder, Deputy Auditor
Mr. Meister also presented a resolution to participate in the SD Department of Transportation Bridge Inspection/Re-Inspection Program. The US Federal Highway Administration requires inspection of all structures greater than 20 feet in length every two years for federal funding. Mr. Meister recommended Brosz Engineering Company. MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Kelly to approve Resolution MC10-03. 4 ayes.
RESOLUTION MC10-03
BRIDGE REINSPECTION
PROGRAM RESOLUTION
FOR USE WITH SDDOT
RETAINER CONTRACTS
WHEREAS, Title 23, Section 151, United States Code and Title 23, Part 650, Subpart C, Code of Federal Regulations, 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, Minnehaha County is desirous of participating in the Bridge Inspection Program using Bridge Replacement funds.
The County requests SDDOT to hire Brosz Engineering Company (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% of the cost. The County will be responsible for the required 20% matching funds.
Dated this 2nd day of February, 2010, at Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Board of County Commissioners of Minnehaha County
Anne Hajek, Chairman of the Board
ATTEST:
Sandy Kinder, Deputy Auditor
MUSEUM
Bill Hoskins, Museum Director, requested authorization to submit a grant application to the Mary Chilton Daughters of the American Revolution Foundation in the amount of $10,000 for use towards the "Memories of Vietnam" exhibit in 2011. The grant funds will be used to offset the costs involved with this exhibit. The Museum has been conducting oral interviews, which are recorded, with Vietnam veterans in preparation for the exhibit. MOTION by Twedt, seconded by Pekas to authorize the Museum Director to submit the grant application to the Mary Chilton DAR Foundation in sponsorship of the Memories of Vietnam exhibit. 4 ayes.
Mr. Hoskins also requested authorization to participate in a statewide grant project that provides internships in museums across the state. As part of the program, the Siouxland Heritage Museums will serve as a host site and provide staff mentors for a term of ten weeks. The grant provides compensation for the interns. The Museum would be required to provide temporary housing. Mr. Hoskins reported that temporary housing could be arranged at the University of Sioux Falls for approximately $1,000. Commissioners Kelly and Hajek noted that the revenue source to cover the housing cost was not identified, and did not support spending from the General Fund to cover the expense. Mr. Hoskins reported that funding would most likely come from the Museum Special Enterprise Fund. MOTION by Twedt, seconded by Pekas to authorize the Museum to participate in the State Historical Society's Grant with funding to be requested a later date. 4 ayes.
PURCHASE
At the request of Kristin Trana, Sheriff's Office Administrative Coordinator, MOTION by Kelly, seconded by Pekas to authorize the Sheriff's department to purchase a 2010 Chevy Tahoe with options off of State Bid, contract #15769, awarded to Lamb Motors of Onida, SD in the amount of $26,904 utilizing Edward Byrne JAG Funds. 4 ayes.
UPDATE
Robert Wilson, Assistant Commission Administrative Officer, briefed the Commission on proposed legislation affecting county government.
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Twedt to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss personnel. 4 ayes. Following the Executive Session, the Commission adjourned until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 9, 2010. 4 ayes.
APPROVED BY THE
COMMISSION:
Anne Hajek,Chairman
ATTEST:
Sandy Kinder, Deputy Auditor
Published once at the total approximate cost of $169.90.
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Brandon
BRIEFING MEETING MINUTES
The Brandon City Council met in a briefing session at 5:30 p.m. on January 28, 2010 at the Council Chambers at 308 Main Avenue, Brandon, South Dakota. Present were Roger Brooks, Don Hammond, Mindy Hansen, Blaine Jones, Brett Karber, Dan Mostek, and Mayor Larry Beesley. Others present were: City Administrator, Bryan H. Read; Finance Officer, Dennis E. Olson; City Attorney, Lisa Marso; City Engineer, Jon Brown, Stockwell Engineers, Inc.; Director of Human Resources, Dan Oakland; Police Chief Dave Kull; Building Inspector, Dave Swier; Golf Pro, Zane Swenson and Public Works Director, Wayne Fletcher.
The Council discussed the items on the agenda for the upcoming February 1, 2010 regular Council meeting. No formal action was taken.
At 6:10 p.m., having no further business, Mayor Beesley declared the briefing meeting ended.
Larry D. Beesley
Mayor
Dennis E. Olson
Municipal Finance Officer
Published once at an approximate cost of $20.22.
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Brandon
MINUTES
The Brandon City Council met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. on February 1, 2010 in the Council Chambers at 308 Main Avenue, Brandon, South Dakota. Present were Roger Brooks, Mindy Hansen, Blaine Jones, Dan Mostek, and Mayor Larry Beesley. Others present were City Administrator, Bryan H. Read; Finance Officer, Dennis E. Olson; City Attorney, Lisa Marso; City Engineer, Jon Brown, Stockwell Engineers, Inc.; Clerk, Bonnie Nelson; Director of Human Resources, Dan Oakland; Police Chief Dave Kull; and Director of Public Works, Wayne Fletcher. Absent Don Hammond and Brett Karber.
Alderman Jones moved Alderwoman Hansen seconded to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Alderman Brooks moved Alderman Mostek seconded to approve the minutes of the January 14, 2010 briefing meeting, and the January 18, 2010 regular meeting. Motion carried.
Alderman Mostek moved Alderman Brooks seconded to approve the following claims. Motion carried.
VENDOR, DESCRIPTION, AMOUNT: Adamson Industries Corp, Police Equipment, 906.75; Argus Leader Media, Publications, 553.46; B2Bee Bridal Show, Golf Course Event, 312.7; Brandon Plumbing & Heating, Govt Bldg Repairs, 70.00; Brownells Inc, Police Equipment, 497.73; Christina Smith, Travel Expense, 151.00; City of Sioux Falls, Sewer Fee, 2,000.00; Dakota Fluid Power, Street Supplies, 948.39; Dakota Supply Group, Water Equipment, 4,527.93; Dex Media, Utilities, 68.05; DirecTV, Utilities, 31.19; Division of Motor Vehicles, Park Dept Plates, 13.00; Dust-Tex, Mat Service, 130.38; EH Wachs Company, Water Supplies, 197.63; Fastenal Company, Snow Supplies, 20.35; Galls, Police Uniform Supplies, 815.00; Garvin Salvage, Snow Dept Equip, 1,999.00; Gene Johnson, Oversize cost reimb, 46,039.50; Grainger, Street Supplies, 39.67; Groomer’s Best, Park Improvements, 500.00; Hawkins Water Treatment, Water Chemicals, 5,183.51; HD Supply Waterworks, Water Supplies, 492.62; Ideal Yardware, Forestry Supplies, 528.43; Inter-Lakes Community Action, December Bus Expense, 7,182.74; Jack’s Uniforms & Equipment, Police Uniform Supplies, 352.45; Kinetic Leasing, Final Sewer Truck Paymt, 54,444.00; Law Enforcement Targets, Police Equipment, 189.62; Lawson Products, Street Supplies, 449.89; Linweld Inc, Snow Supplies, 152.12; Luverne Truck Equipment, Snow Dept Supplies, 224.13; Mid-States Organized Crime Info Center, 2010 Membership, 150.00; Mills & Miller, Snow Supplies, 8,835.38; Minnehaha Community Water Corp, Utilities, 40.00; One Call Systems, January Locate Tickets, 17.60; Palisades Oil, Fuel, 2,036.26; Papik Motors, Vehicle Repairs, 179.01; Petty Cash, Various Supplies, 140.87; Pfeifer’s Implement Company, Park Supplies, 602.86; R & L Supply, Various Projects, 2,242.32; Rock Mills Enterprises, Sewer Equipment, 4,472.50; Sanitation Products, Snow Dept Supplies, 2,524.73; SD Dept of Revenue, Water Testing, 274.00; SD Park & Recreation Association, 2010 Membership, 20.00; Second Chance Rescue Center, Nov/Dec Calls, 428.56; Sheehan Mack Sales & Equipment, Snow Dept Supplies, 450.00; Sioux Falls Ford, Truck and Repairs, 20,610.26; Sioux Falls Networks, Professional Services, 170.00; Sioux Falls Utilities, Dec Wastewater Agree, 10,238.90; Sioux Valley Energy, Utilities, 13,718.38; Sioux Valley Energy, Projects, 396.75; Soo Sanitary Trenching & Backhoe, Snow Removal Help, 2,688.40; Sprint, Utilities, 185.28; Stan Houston Equip Comp, Water Supplies, 230.00; Stockwell Engineers, Various Projects, 31,401.80; Sue’s Sparkle Service, January Cleaning, 375.00; TM Schultz, Trailer, 2,395.00; Verizon Wireless, Utilities, 501.69; Winter Equipment Comp, Snow Dept Supplies, 1,428.15; Zabel Steel, Snow Supplies, 137.63; City Administration, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 3,757.22; Deputy Finance Officer, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 1,982.50; Police, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 14,338.30; Building Inspections, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 2,587.28; Street Department, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 6,676.92; Park Department, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 2,113.56; Chamber of Commerce, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 1,096.52; Water Department, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 6,283.70; Sewer Department, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 3,297.49; Golf Course Grounds, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 2,578.75; Golf Course Lounge, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 1,288.50; Golf Course Pro Shop, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 6,361.08; Golf Course Community Room, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 2,347.36; 941 Payroll Taxes, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 18,458.78; MN Child Support Payment Center, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 431.47; OFC/Child Support Enforcement, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 174.92; SD Retirement System Supplemental, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 955.00; TASC Flex Plan, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 1,697.47; Johnson, Rodenburg & Lauinger, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 65.00; SD Retirement System, January Retirement, 18,607.20; AFLAC, Insurance-Employee Pays, 1,209.59; Delta Dental, Insurance , 2,161.20; Modern Woodman, Life Insurance, 1,221.32; TASC, Insurance Deductible, 1,120.00; Wellmark BCBS, Health Insurance, 28,377.32; ; A public hearing was held, as advertised, to consider an application to re-zone property described as Lot 2, Block 6, French Creek Addition at 928 Splitrock Boulevard from GB-General Business to R-2-Multi Family. Alderman Brooks moved Alderman Jones seconded to give a first reading to Ordinance #468. TITLE: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BRANDON, SOUTH DAKOTA PROVIDING THAT THE REVISED ZONING ORDINANCE NUMBER 206 AND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF BRANDON SOUTH DAKOTA BE AMENDED TO PROVIDE FOR THE RE-ZONING OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY. A roll call vote showed Brooks, Hansen, Jones, and Mostek voting aye. Motion carried.
Beth Hanna from Doodlebugs & Dinosaurs appeared before the Council with a request to park their Doodlebugs bus on 8th Street on a permanent basis. Comments from the Council were that the current parking ordinance does not allow that type of parking. No formal action was taken.
The Council reviewed a proposed Food Pantry lease. After a short discussion, the matter was postponed until the next meeting.
The Water & Sewer Committee report was heard. A presentation on sewer rates was given by the City Engineer. No formal action was taken.
Alderwoman Hansen moved Alderman Jones seconded approve a Sewer Cleaning license from Drain Man To The Rescue, 1153 Skyline Drive, Watertown, SD. Motion carried.
The Street and Administration reports were heard. A bid was received from Mike Kirkeby, 1712 Mulberry Ave, Brandon, SD, as advertised, for the old “Happy Holiday” decorations that were declared surplus. Alderman Mostek moved Alderman Brooks seconded to accept the bid from Mike Kirkeby for $75.00. Motion carried. There are two more strings of lights at have been declared surplus and are available to be purchased by the pubic.
Alderman Jones moved Alderman Mostek seconded to adopt Resolution #05-10 that approves a Revised Joint Cooperative Agreement Establishing the South Eastern Council of Governments between Clay, Lincoln, McCook, Minnehaha, Turner, and Union counties and the cities of Sioux Falls, Vermillion, and Brandon. A roll call vote showed Brooks, Hansen, Jones, and Mostek voting aye. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #05-10
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A REVISED JOINT COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING THE SOUTH EASTERN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
WHEREAS, in 1970, South Dakota Governor Frank Farrar signed an Executive Order creating six Planning and Development Districts in South Dakota; and
WHEREAS, the South Eastern Council of Governments (SECOG) was created when local officials in the area exercised their authority under the “Joint Exercise of Governmental Powers” (SDCL 1-24); and
WHEREAS, SECOG serves Clay, Lincoln, McCook, Minnehaha, Turner, and Union Counties as well as the municipalities located within those counties in southeastern South Dakota; and
WHEREAS, SECOG was created as a means whereby counties and cities and other public and private organizations within them may cooperate with one another to improve the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of the region; and
WHEREAS, SECOG promotes regional cooperation and the economical delivery of services and has been providing technical assistance to local governmental entities for more than 35 years; and
WHEREAS, SECOG’s Executive Board has determined that the existing Joint Cooperative Agreement entered into in 2006 should be revised.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT
The City of Brandon hereby approves the document titled “South Eastern Council of Governments Joint Cooperative Agreement” among Clay, Lincoln, McCook, Minnehaha, Turner, and Union counties and the cities of Sioux Falls, Vermillion, and Brandon.
The agreement, containing revisions to the existing 2006 Joint Cooperative Agreement, is attached to and hereby made a part of this resolution.
Dated this 1st day of February 2010.
Larry D. Beesley
Mayor
ATTEST:
Dennis E. Olson
Municipal Finance Officer
(SEAL)
Alderwoman Hansen moved Alderman Jones seconded to adopt Resolution #06-10 stating that the City of Brandon supports a walk bridge application and has determined a need for a pedestrian/bicycle facility along Aspen Boulevard. A roll call vote showed Brooks, Hansen, Jones, and Mostek voting aye. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #06-10
WHEREAS, the City of Brandon has determined a need for a pedestrian/bicycle facility along Aspen Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, the City of Brandon wishes to apply for a “Transportation Enhancement Grant” from the South Dakota Department of Transportation.
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED, that the City Council hereby authorizes the filing of a “Transportation Enhancement Grant” amplification including all understandings and any assurances contained therein and hereby authorizes the Mayor to act in connection with the application and grant agreement and to provide such additional information as may be required.
Dated this 1st day of February, 2010.
Larry D. Beesley
Mayor
ATTEST:
Dennis E. Olson
Municipal Finance Officer
(SEAL)
The Park & Recreation, Police Committee, and Golf Course Committee reports were heard.
At 6:55 p.m. Alderman Brooks moved Alderman Mostek seconded to go in to executive session to confer with the City Attorney regarding a legal matter. Motion carried. At 7:20 p.m. Mayor Beesely declared the executive session ended.
At 7:21 p.m. on a motion by Alderwoman Hansen seconded by Alderman Mostek the meeting was adjourned.
Larry D. Beesley
Mayor
Bonnie L. Nelson
Municipal Recording Clerk
Published once at an approximate cost of $113.94.
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
ReRoof at Brandon Elementary School
BRANDON VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT - #49-2
BRANDON, SD 57005-1652
BID CLOSE: February 16, 2010 – 2:00 p.m. Local Time
INVITATION TO BID
Notice is hereby given that sealed bids to reroof Brandon Elementary School will be received by Todd Williams, District Operations Manager, Brandon Valley School District 49-2 at the George A. Gulson Administration Center, 300 South Splitrock Boulevard, Brandon, South Dakota, 57005 until 2:00 p.m. prevailing time on Tuesday, February 16, 2010. The bids will be opened and read aloud. Bids submitted on forms other that the one provided will not be considered. No bidder may withdraw a bid for 30 days following the bid opening without a written request explaining the cause of the withdrawal and without written consent of the Owner after reviewing the cause.
A resident bidder is allowed a preference as against the bid of any bidder from any other state enforcing or having a preference for resident bidders, equal to such preference.
All proposals must be accompanied by a certified or cashier's check or bank draft in the amount of five percent (5%) of the maximum amount of the proposal, drawn on a state or a national bank and payable to the Brandon Valley School District No. 49-2, as a guarantee that the bidder, if awarded a Purchase Order, shall properly execute the Purchase Order. In lieu thereof, a bid bond for ten percent (10%) of the maximum amount of the proposal may be submitted. Such bond to be issued by a surety authorized to do business in the State of South Dakota and made payable to the Brandon Valley School District No. 49-2.
Bid security in form of certified or cashier's check will be returned to all unsuccessful bidders within 30 days after opening of bids. If no award has been made within 30 days after the date of opening of bids, all bid securities will be returned.
The Board of Education will review the bids received and pass upon them at a regular or special Board meeting to be held no later than thirty (30) days following the bid opening.
The Board of Education of the Brandon Valley School District #49-2, reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to accept proposals it deems to be in its best interest, and to waive any or all informalities in bidding procedures.
By virtue of statutory authority, preference will be given to materials, products, and supplies found or produced within the State of South Dakota.
Paul J. Lundberg, Business Manager
Brandon Valley School District No. 49-2
Published twice at the total approximate cost of $62.24.
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Minnehaha
THE MINNEHAHA COUNTY COMMISSION CONVENED AT 9:00 A.M., February 2, 2010, pursuant to adjournment on January 26, 2010. Commissioners present were: Hajek, Twedt, Kelly, and Pekas. Commissioner Barth was absent. Also present were Sandy Kinder, Deputy Auditor, and Gordy Swanson, Chief Civil Deputy State's Attorney.
Chairman Hajek called the meeting to order.
AGENDA
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Twedt to approve the Agenda. 4 ayes.
MINUTES
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Kelly to approve the Minutes for January 26, 2010. 4 ayes.
VOUCHERS TO BE PAID
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Twedt to approve the following bills totaling $890,807.21 for payment and January salaries. 4 ayes.
A & B Business Equip Var. Depts 1,157.75; Albers, Tyrone Sheriff 72.00; All About Travel Inc Public Def 636.80; All Seasons Htg & Co Em Mgmt 188.91; American Planning As Planning 780.00; Anderson, Carol ARRA-HPRP 550.00; Anderson, Elwood ARRA-HPRP 1,100.00; Arena Motel Human Svcs 630.00; Argus Leader Planning 29.78; Around the Clock/Dra JDC 81.90; Auto Glass Center Hwy Constr 181.03; Automatic Building C Var. Depts 518.00; Avera Health Informa Public Def 67.80; Avera McKennan Hospi Var. Depts 64,952.61; Babinski Properties Var. Depts 695.00; Barbara Schneider Fo Jail 510.00; Benz, Vergil C Human Svcs 560.00; Berg, Danny D. Facilities 29.99; Billion's Sheriff 113.75; Border States Electr Facilities 23.94; Boulevard Investment Var. Depts 1,720.00; Boyer Trucks Sioux F Hwy Constr 873.00; Bureau of Informatio JDC 78.80; C & R Supply, Inc. Hwy Constr 11.64; Campbell Supply Co I JDC 27.98; Caulson, Dawn ARRA-HPRP 450.00; Century Business Pro Var. Depts 96.17; Chemco, Inc. Var. Depts 3,743.96; Childrens Home Socie Pass-Thru 43,754.00; City of Baltic Human Svcs 60.00; Cleveland Heights Ap Var. Depts 1,695.00; Cole Papers, Inc. Jail 686.56; Concrete Materials Hwy Constr 24,375.38; Constellation New En Facilities 6,740.35; Country View MHC Var. Depts 900.48; Crescent Electric Su Facilities 61.31; Cronn, Debra Human Svcs 280.00; Cunningham, Lloyd B Human Svcs 400.00; Dakota Auto Parts Hwy Constr 112.12; Dakota Forensic Cons Coroner 6,000.00; Dale Animal Hospital Sheriff 380.00; Delux Motel / Dakota Human Svcs 500.00; Dialnet/Ahrens Telec Var. Depts 268.98; Dollar Genl Stores M JDC 23.50; D2 Investments ARRA-HPRP 575.00; Electric Constructio Mus Maint 229.00; Electric Supply Co., Jail 985.00; Electronic Engineeri Em Mgmt 13,578.00; Element Properties L ARRA-HPRP 400.00; Elite Business Syste Human Svcs 3,807.85; Farland, Lawrence A ARRA-HPRP 575.00; Farm Show Magazine Extension 21.95; Fastenal Company Hwy Constr 89.22; Federal Express Corp Sheriff 12.84; Finnegan, Daniel Hwy Constr 32.00; Four Winds Indian Bo JDC 82.70; Fred the Fixer Inc Sheriff 90.00; Frerichs, Franz ARRA-HPRP 1,200.00; G & D Enterprises ARRA-HPRP 450.00; G & R Controls Inc Facilities 73.35; Gaylord Bros. Mus Ops 309.40; GCSA of SD Extension 195.00; Genzlinger, Janeen Courts 37.80; Geotek Engineering & Em Mgmt 10,434.00; Glasco, Randy ARRA-HPRP 900.00; Good Home Rentals, L Human Svcs 400.00; Graham, Robert C ARRA-HPRP 280.00; Graybar Electric Com Facilities 64.80; Great Plains Int'l T Hwy Constr 2,285.81; Guzman, Sandra V. Public Adv 37.50; Hammer, Ralph Hwy Admin 90.00; Hander, Inc. Human Svcs 197.11; Harms Oil Company Hwy Constr 15,322.47; Hawkey, Janice Hwy Constr 61.98; Heartland Paper Comp Jail 1,656.41; Heibult, Dori Musm Entpr 125.00; Hembree, Bill Human Svcs 188.70; Heritage Investments ARRA-HPRP 585.00; Heritage Place Apts ARRA-HPRP 475.00; Hildebrand, Steve C ARRA-HPRP 255.00; Hillyard, Inc. Facilities 582.79; Holcomb Freightliner Hwy Constr 284.78; Hurtgen, Timothy T. ARRA-HPRP 600.00; Hy-Vee Accounts Rece Var. Depts 215.78; Int'l Code Council, Planning 35.00; Interstate Office Pr Var. Depts 2,272.18; Intoximeters, Inc. 24/7 Prog 2,000.00; JCL Solutions-Janito Jail 514.34; Johnson Feed, Inc. Hwy Constr 9,589.93; Keller, Francis M DB ARRA-HPRP 680.00; Knights Inn Human Svcs 680.00; Koistra Harrisburg L ARRA-HPRP 600.00; Koopman & Sons Gas C Hwy Admin 387.00; Kreisers, Inc. Jail 220.00; KTTW-FOX-TV/Independ Mus Ops 130.00; Lamb Motor Company I Jag Grants 26,904.00; Lang Properties LLC Human Svcs 500.00; Larson, Rick Sheriff 72.00; Lassegaard, Samuel C Var. Depts 956.25; Lawson Products, Inc Hwy Constr 69.25; Leesch, Mark ARRA-HPRP 800.00; Lewis Drug Stores Human Svcs 423.07; Linweld, Inc. Hwy Constr 29.50; Ludoc Enterprises In Ambulance 2,395.83; Mac's, Inc. Facilities 24.00; Majestic View Apartm ARRA-HPRP 595.00; Marco Extension 158.00; Med-Tech Resource In Jail 318.01; Medical X-Ray Center Var. Depts 1,973.01; Menards - East Facilities 366.03; Michaels Fence & Sup Em Mgmt 4,165.50; Midamerican Energy C Human Svcs 337.50; Midwest Oil Company, Hwy Constr 639.64; Midwest Regional Ima Human Svcs 3,161.98; Midwest Residential Human Svcs 600.00; Miller Funeral Home, Human Svcs 2,617.50; Minnehaha Cnty Fire Pass-Thru 2,127.50; Minnehaha Cnty SO Pe Sheriff 16.62; Minnehaha Conservati Soil Cons 5,000.00; Mobile Electronic Se Commission 680.00; Murray Properties, L Human Svcs 785.00; NACDL Public Def 565.00; NASW-SD Human Svcs 150.00; Nelson, William ARRA-HPRP 575.00; Neuropsychology Cons Human Svcs 212.12; Nicolai, Tim Human Svcs 475.00; North Ridge Apartmen ARRA-HPRP 1,397.75; Northridge Propertie Human Svcs 500.00; Northstar Auto Glass Jail 120.00; Nowak, Kris G Human Svcs 400.00; Nutrition Seminar Extension 125.00; O'Reilly Auto Parts Hwy Constr 14.90; Oakmont Ltd Ptnrship ARRA-HPRP 1,280.00; Office Depot Public Def 375.07; Orthopedic Institute Human Svcs 29.20; Paintball-Parts.Com Jail 130.91; Painter, Steven L Human Svcs 300.00; Parkview, LLC ARRA-HPRP 595.00; Pederson Properties ARRA-HPRP 675.00; Pfeifer Implement Co Facilities 92.94; Pheasantland Industr Sheriff 24.06; Public Safety Equip Em Mgmt 2,995.00; Qualified Presort Se Treasurer 31,144.18; Quality Efficiencies Human Svcs 800.00; Quill Corp. Public Def 218.48; Qwest Jail 102.74; RDO Equipment Co. Hwy Constr 74.24; Redwood Biotech Var. Depts 697.50; River Terrace Apts L Human Svcs 800.00; Rochester Armored Ca Treasurer 379.50; Rods Properties LLC ARRA-HPRP 500.00; Ron's Garage, Inc. Facilities 114.28; Rosecrest Townhouses ARRA-HPRP 500.00; Sanford Hospital Med Public Def 33.50; Schnetter, Ron Human Svcs 400.00; Schoppert, R Scott Human Svcs 500.00; SD Dept of Public Sa Human Svcs 50.00; SD Dept of Revenue Hwy Constr 14.00; SD Dept of Transport Hwy Constr 3,718.82; SF Family Vision Human Svcs 10.00; Shipley's Laundry & Mus Entpr 20.60; Shriver, Tim/Greg Human Svcs 250.00; Silver Glen MHC, LLC Human Svcs 550.00; Simon, Anthony Commission 60.00; Sioux Empire Fair As Fair 17,366.66; Sioux Falls Chamber Agri-Bus 2,500.00; Sioux Falls City Fin Donations 405.00; Sioux Falls Rubber S Elections 40.00; Sioux Falls Two Way Jail 25.00; Sioux Falls Utilitie Var. Depts 10,265.15; Sioux Printing, Inc. Hwy Constr 348.50; Sisson Printing, Inc Insurance 671.00; Sorensen, Robert Human Svcs 800.00; Soukup Construction, JDC 195.00; Southridge Apts ARRA-HPRP 535.00; Swier, Curt ARRA-HPRP 575.00; Taylor, Robert H Human Svcs 400.00; Thomas, Michelle Public Def 611.80; Tietgen, Donald ARRA-HPRP 1,100.00; Timekeeping Systems, Jail 1,400.21; Tires,Tires,Tires In Var. Depts 1,108.42; Tri-State Emergency Em Mgmt 20.00; UMR-COBRA Human Svcs 429.53; VB Falls Terrace Apt Human Svcs 660.00; VB Tower LP/Falls VI Human Svcs 145.00; Verizon Wireless Em Mgmt 810.18; Vision Care Associat Human Svcs 126.21; Voeltz, Roger Sheriff 383.26; Vollan, Bruce ARRA-HPRP 1,100.00; Wal-Mart Pharmacy Human Svcs 1,135.84; Wal-Mart Pharmacy Human Svcs 489.65; Walgreen Co. Human Svcs 681.33; Weber, Linda Human Svcs 225.00; Weed and Pest Confer Hwy Admin 205.00; Westbrooke Apts/Inve ARRA-HPRP 550.00; Westergard, Rod Hwy Admin 144.43; Willow Wood Apartmen ARRA-HPRP 327.50; Wilson, Robert Commission 199.16; Xcel Energy, Inc. Var. Depts 35,292.72; Yellow Jacket Proper ARRA-HPRP 500.00; 5-Forty Partnership ARRA-HPRP 1,445.00; Commission Salaries 23,678.73; Auditor Salaries 35,101.33; Treasurer Salaries 57,359.70; IT Salaries 57,379.91; States Atty Salaries 162,613.95; Public Defender Salaries 122,810.54; Public Advocate Salaries 28,376.56; Facilities Salaries 69,200.67; Equalization Salaries 69,798.64; Register Of Deeds Salaries 37,135.13; Human Resources Salaries 14,975.37; Sheriff Salaries 937,589.09; Juvenile Detn Ctr Salaries 169,905.08; Highway Salaries 127,303.13; Human Services Salaries 78,460.92; Museum Salaries 61,585.50; Planning Salaries 36,174.95; Extension Salaries 8,027.84 ;
REPORT
The following report was received from the County Treasurer and placed on file in the Auditor's office: 2009 Investment Yield vs 4 Week T-Bill Benchmark.
PERSONNEL
MOTION by Twedt seconded by Pekas to approve the following personnel changes. 4 ayes.
1. To hire Todd Arneson as Tax & License Technician (10/1) for the Treasurer's Office at $14.441/hour effective 2-3-10.
2. To hire Melvyn Makinson as part-time Correctional Officer in Training (12/2) for the 24/7 Program at $16.339 per hour effective 2-1-10.
3.To accept the voluntary demotion of Chris Chambers from Deputy Sheriff (16/2) for the Sheriff's Office to Correctional Officer (13/2) for the Jail at $17.166 effective 1-26-10.
4. To place Kim Schoenhard, Administrative Secretary for the Jail, on leave without pay effective 1-21-10 to 2-2-10.
Step Increases Due:
1.Traci Smith - Public Defender - Public Defender - 26/2 to 26/3, 12-27-09, $3,424.00/bi-weekly
2. Gerald Lang - Building Facilities Maintenance Technician - Facilities - 14/17 to 14/18, 1-24-10, $26.773/hour
3. Angela Balfe - Deputy Sheriff - Jail - 16/14 to 16/15, 1-27-10, $27.442/hour
4. Matthew Tirevold - Correctional Officer - Jail - 13/7 to 13/8, 12-27-09, $19.907/hour
5. Dennis Clauson - Correctional Officer - Jail - 13/2 to 13/3, 1-7-10, $17.595/hour
6.Donald Heesch - Air Guard Security Officer II - Air Guard - 13/11 to 13/12, 12-27-09, $21.974/hour
7.Thaddeus Thomas - Air Guard Security Officer II - Air Guard - 13/7 to 13/8, 12-27-09, $19.907/hour
8.Diane Johnson - Corrections System Operator - Air Guard - 9/13 to 9/14, 12-27-09, $18.948/hour
9.Terry Persing - Security Officer - STI Security - 13/7 to 13/8, 2-1-10, $19.907/hour
Special Commission Action Requests:
1.To recognize the following significant employee anniversaries for February: 5 years - Daniel Kaiser, Terry Persing, Teri Appeldorn, Arthur Borden, Michael Colwill, and Patrick Rickerl; 15 years - Patricia Albrecht; and 25 years - Eli Whitney
2.To record volunteers in County Departments for January 2010. The list is on file in Human Resources.
ABATEMENTS
The following abatements were recommended by Kyle Helseth, Deputy Director of Equalization:
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Twedt to approve the following 2009 property tax abatement: Curtis Johnson, ID 39555 - $336.75. 4 ayes.
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Twedt to approve the following 2009 property tax abatement: Howe Investment Company LLP, ID 53889, $1,008.36. 4 ayes.
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Twedt to approve the following abatement: Jessica Peterson, ID 81903, $1,623.78. 4 ayes.
NOTICE
MOTION by Twedt, seconded by Pekas to authorize the Auditor to publish Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Resolution to Create Minnehaha County Housing Commission Under SDCL 11-7-7. 4 ayes.
PLANNING
Pat Herman, Planner, gave the first reading of a resolution to adopt the proposed Shape Sioux Falls 2035 Comprehensive Plan. The Plan was adopted by the Sioux Falls City Council on 12/7/09. No changes were made to the joint jurisdictional area as the city does not anticipate growth to exceed the current boundary. The Plan will be considered jointly with the city of Sioux Falls and Lincoln County. MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Kelly to authorize the Auditor to publish Notice of Hearing on 2/16/10. 4 ayes.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Melanie Bliss, Homeless Coalition Coordinator, presented the Unsung Hero Award to Commissioner Carol Twedt. Commissioner Twedt was nominated because of her support of the poor and indigent over the years. Commissioner Twedt credited the Commission for their budgetary support of the many programs that help the homeless as well as those people working directly with those needing assistance. Ms. Bliss also announced that a meeting will be held on 2/4/10 for people who have an interest in ending homelessness in Sioux Falls with a focus on family homelessness.
HIGHWAY
At the request of Bob Meister, Highway Superintendent, MOTION by Kelly, seconded by Twedt to approve Resolution MC10-02. 4 ayes.
RESOLUTION MC10-02
RESOLUTION TO DELETE BRIDGE FROM NBIS
The Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners is in agreement with SDDOT that the following structure(s) should be deleted from the National Bridge Inventory System (NBIS) for the following reason(s):
STRUCTURE ID, LOCATION and REASON FOR DELETION:
50-049-110, 3.0N & 1.9E of Humboldt, Structure replaced with CMP that no longer meets NBIS criteria.
50-050-109, 2.0E & 3.1N of Humboldt, Structure replaced with CMP that no longer meets NBIS criteria.
50-186-081, 2.1S & 0.7W of Baltic, Structure replaced with CMP that no longer meets NBIS criteria.
The Commission is aware of the following stipulations once a structure is deleted from the NBIS Inventory:
1. Federal Bridge funds will not be available for structure replacement or rehabilitation and
2. The structure will only be added to the Inventory following replacement, using County funds.
Upon receipt of this resolution, the above structure(s) will be deleted from inventory.
Vote of Commissioners: Yes - 4, No - 0
Dated at Sioux Falls, SD, this 2nd day of February, 2010.
Anne Hajek, Chairman
ATTEST:
Sandy Kinder, Deputy Auditor
Mr. Meister also presented a resolution to participate in the SD Department of Transportation Bridge Inspection/Re-Inspection Program. The US Federal Highway Administration requires inspection of all structures greater than 20 feet in length every two years for federal funding. Mr. Meister recommended Brosz Engineering Company. MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Kelly to approve Resolution MC10-03. 4 ayes.
RESOLUTION MC10-03
BRIDGE REINSPECTION
PROGRAM RESOLUTION
FOR USE WITH SDDOT
RETAINER CONTRACTS
WHEREAS, Title 23, Section 151, United States Code and Title 23, Part 650, Subpart C, Code of Federal Regulations, 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, Minnehaha County is desirous of participating in the Bridge Inspection Program using Bridge Replacement funds.
The County requests SDDOT to hire Brosz Engineering Company (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% of the cost. The County will be responsible for the required 20% matching funds.
Dated this 2nd day of February, 2010, at Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Board of County Commissioners of Minnehaha County
Anne Hajek, Chairman of the Board
ATTEST:
Sandy Kinder, Deputy Auditor
MUSEUM
Bill Hoskins, Museum Director, requested authorization to submit a grant application to the Mary Chilton Daughters of the American Revolution Foundation in the amount of $10,000 for use towards the "Memories of Vietnam" exhibit in 2011. The grant funds will be used to offset the costs involved with this exhibit. The Museum has been conducting oral interviews, which are recorded, with Vietnam veterans in preparation for the exhibit. MOTION by Twedt, seconded by Pekas to authorize the Museum Director to submit the grant application to the Mary Chilton DAR Foundation in sponsorship of the Memories of Vietnam exhibit. 4 ayes.
Mr. Hoskins also requested authorization to participate in a statewide grant project that provides internships in museums across the state. As part of the program, the Siouxland Heritage Museums will serve as a host site and provide staff mentors for a term of ten weeks. The grant provides compensation for the interns. The Museum would be required to provide temporary housing. Mr. Hoskins reported that temporary housing could be arranged at the University of Sioux Falls for approximately $1,000. Commissioners Kelly and Hajek noted that the revenue source to cover the housing cost was not identified, and did not support spending from the General Fund to cover the expense. Mr. Hoskins reported that funding would most likely come from the Museum Special Enterprise Fund. MOTION by Twedt, seconded by Pekas to authorize the Museum to participate in the State Historical Society's Grant with funding to be requested a later date. 4 ayes.
PURCHASE
At the request of Kristin Trana, Sheriff's Office Administrative Coordinator, MOTION by Kelly, seconded by Pekas to authorize the Sheriff's department to purchase a 2010 Chevy Tahoe with options off of State Bid, contract #15769, awarded to Lamb Motors of Onida, SD in the amount of $26,904 utilizing Edward Byrne JAG Funds. 4 ayes.
UPDATE
Robert Wilson, Assistant Commission Administrative Officer, briefed the Commission on proposed legislation affecting county government.
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Twedt to adjourn into Executive Session to discuss personnel. 4 ayes. Following the Executive Session, the Commission adjourned until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 9, 2010. 4 ayes.
APPROVED BY THE
COMMISSION:
Anne Hajek,Chairman
ATTEST:
Sandy Kinder, Deputy Auditor
Published once at the total approximate cost of $169.90.
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Brandon
BRIEFING MEETING MINUTES
The Brandon City Council met in a briefing session at 5:30 p.m. on January 28, 2010 at the Council Chambers at 308 Main Avenue, Brandon, South Dakota. Present were Roger Brooks, Don Hammond, Mindy Hansen, Blaine Jones, Brett Karber, Dan Mostek, and Mayor Larry Beesley. Others present were: City Administrator, Bryan H. Read; Finance Officer, Dennis E. Olson; City Attorney, Lisa Marso; City Engineer, Jon Brown, Stockwell Engineers, Inc.; Director of Human Resources, Dan Oakland; Police Chief Dave Kull; Building Inspector, Dave Swier; Golf Pro, Zane Swenson and Public Works Director, Wayne Fletcher.
The Council discussed the items on the agenda for the upcoming February 1, 2010 regular Council meeting. No formal action was taken.
At 6:10 p.m., having no further business, Mayor Beesley declared the briefing meeting ended.
Larry D. Beesley
Mayor
Dennis E. Olson
Municipal Finance Officer
Published once at an approximate cost of $20.22.
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Brandon
MINUTES
The Brandon City Council met in regular session at 6:00 p.m. on February 1, 2010 in the Council Chambers at 308 Main Avenue, Brandon, South Dakota. Present were Roger Brooks, Mindy Hansen, Blaine Jones, Dan Mostek, and Mayor Larry Beesley. Others present were City Administrator, Bryan H. Read; Finance Officer, Dennis E. Olson; City Attorney, Lisa Marso; City Engineer, Jon Brown, Stockwell Engineers, Inc.; Clerk, Bonnie Nelson; Director of Human Resources, Dan Oakland; Police Chief Dave Kull; and Director of Public Works, Wayne Fletcher. Absent Don Hammond and Brett Karber.
Alderman Jones moved Alderwoman Hansen seconded to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.
Alderman Brooks moved Alderman Mostek seconded to approve the minutes of the January 14, 2010 briefing meeting, and the January 18, 2010 regular meeting. Motion carried.
Alderman Mostek moved Alderman Brooks seconded to approve the following claims. Motion carried.
VENDOR, DESCRIPTION, AMOUNT: Adamson Industries Corp, Police Equipment, 906.75; Argus Leader Media, Publications, 553.46; B2Bee Bridal Show, Golf Course Event, 312.7; Brandon Plumbing & Heating, Govt Bldg Repairs, 70.00; Brownells Inc, Police Equipment, 497.73; Christina Smith, Travel Expense, 151.00; City of Sioux Falls, Sewer Fee, 2,000.00; Dakota Fluid Power, Street Supplies, 948.39; Dakota Supply Group, Water Equipment, 4,527.93; Dex Media, Utilities, 68.05; DirecTV, Utilities, 31.19; Division of Motor Vehicles, Park Dept Plates, 13.00; Dust-Tex, Mat Service, 130.38; EH Wachs Company, Water Supplies, 197.63; Fastenal Company, Snow Supplies, 20.35; Galls, Police Uniform Supplies, 815.00; Garvin Salvage, Snow Dept Equip, 1,999.00; Gene Johnson, Oversize cost reimb, 46,039.50; Grainger, Street Supplies, 39.67; Groomer’s Best, Park Improvements, 500.00; Hawkins Water Treatment, Water Chemicals, 5,183.51; HD Supply Waterworks, Water Supplies, 492.62; Ideal Yardware, Forestry Supplies, 528.43; Inter-Lakes Community Action, December Bus Expense, 7,182.74; Jack’s Uniforms & Equipment, Police Uniform Supplies, 352.45; Kinetic Leasing, Final Sewer Truck Paymt, 54,444.00; Law Enforcement Targets, Police Equipment, 189.62; Lawson Products, Street Supplies, 449.89; Linweld Inc, Snow Supplies, 152.12; Luverne Truck Equipment, Snow Dept Supplies, 224.13; Mid-States Organized Crime Info Center, 2010 Membership, 150.00; Mills & Miller, Snow Supplies, 8,835.38; Minnehaha Community Water Corp, Utilities, 40.00; One Call Systems, January Locate Tickets, 17.60; Palisades Oil, Fuel, 2,036.26; Papik Motors, Vehicle Repairs, 179.01; Petty Cash, Various Supplies, 140.87; Pfeifer’s Implement Company, Park Supplies, 602.86; R & L Supply, Various Projects, 2,242.32; Rock Mills Enterprises, Sewer Equipment, 4,472.50; Sanitation Products, Snow Dept Supplies, 2,524.73; SD Dept of Revenue, Water Testing, 274.00; SD Park & Recreation Association, 2010 Membership, 20.00; Second Chance Rescue Center, Nov/Dec Calls, 428.56; Sheehan Mack Sales & Equipment, Snow Dept Supplies, 450.00; Sioux Falls Ford, Truck and Repairs, 20,610.26; Sioux Falls Networks, Professional Services, 170.00; Sioux Falls Utilities, Dec Wastewater Agree, 10,238.90; Sioux Valley Energy, Utilities, 13,718.38; Sioux Valley Energy, Projects, 396.75; Soo Sanitary Trenching & Backhoe, Snow Removal Help, 2,688.40; Sprint, Utilities, 185.28; Stan Houston Equip Comp, Water Supplies, 230.00; Stockwell Engineers, Various Projects, 31,401.80; Sue’s Sparkle Service, January Cleaning, 375.00; TM Schultz, Trailer, 2,395.00; Verizon Wireless, Utilities, 501.69; Winter Equipment Comp, Snow Dept Supplies, 1,428.15; Zabel Steel, Snow Supplies, 137.63; City Administration, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 3,757.22; Deputy Finance Officer, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 1,982.50; Police, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 14,338.30; Building Inspections, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 2,587.28; Street Department, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 6,676.92; Park Department, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 2,113.56; Chamber of Commerce, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 1,096.52; Water Department, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 6,283.70; Sewer Department, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 3,297.49; Golf Course Grounds, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 2,578.75; Golf Course Lounge, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 1,288.50; Golf Course Pro Shop, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 6,361.08; Golf Course Community Room, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 2,347.36; 941 Payroll Taxes, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 18,458.78; MN Child Support Payment Center, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 431.47; OFC/Child Support Enforcement, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 174.92; SD Retirement System Supplemental, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 955.00; TASC Flex Plan, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 1,697.47; Johnson, Rodenburg & Lauinger, January 21, 2010 Payroll, 65.00; SD Retirement System, January Retirement, 18,607.20; AFLAC, Insurance-Employee Pays, 1,209.59; Delta Dental, Insurance , 2,161.20; Modern Woodman, Life Insurance, 1,221.32; TASC, Insurance Deductible, 1,120.00; Wellmark BCBS, Health Insurance, 28,377.32; ; A public hearing was held, as advertised, to consider an application to re-zone property described as Lot 2, Block 6, French Creek Addition at 928 Splitrock Boulevard from GB-General Business to R-2-Multi Family. Alderman Brooks moved Alderman Jones seconded to give a first reading to Ordinance #468. TITLE: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BRANDON, SOUTH DAKOTA PROVIDING THAT THE REVISED ZONING ORDINANCE NUMBER 206 AND THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF BRANDON SOUTH DAKOTA BE AMENDED TO PROVIDE FOR THE RE-ZONING OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY. A roll call vote showed Brooks, Hansen, Jones, and Mostek voting aye. Motion carried.
Beth Hanna from Doodlebugs & Dinosaurs appeared before the Council with a request to park their Doodlebugs bus on 8th Street on a permanent basis. Comments from the Council were that the current parking ordinance does not allow that type of parking. No formal action was taken.
The Council reviewed a proposed Food Pantry lease. After a short discussion, the matter was postponed until the next meeting.
The Water & Sewer Committee report was heard. A presentation on sewer rates was given by the City Engineer. No formal action was taken.
Alderwoman Hansen moved Alderman Jones seconded approve a Sewer Cleaning license from Drain Man To The Rescue, 1153 Skyline Drive, Watertown, SD. Motion carried.
The Street and Administration reports were heard. A bid was received from Mike Kirkeby, 1712 Mulberry Ave, Brandon, SD, as advertised, for the old “Happy Holiday” decorations that were declared surplus. Alderman Mostek moved Alderman Brooks seconded to accept the bid from Mike Kirkeby for $75.00. Motion carried. There are two more strings of lights at have been declared surplus and are available to be purchased by the pubic.
Alderman Jones moved Alderman Mostek seconded to adopt Resolution #05-10 that approves a Revised Joint Cooperative Agreement Establishing the South Eastern Council of Governments between Clay, Lincoln, McCook, Minnehaha, Turner, and Union counties and the cities of Sioux Falls, Vermillion, and Brandon. A roll call vote showed Brooks, Hansen, Jones, and Mostek voting aye. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #05-10
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A REVISED JOINT COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING THE SOUTH EASTERN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
WHEREAS, in 1970, South Dakota Governor Frank Farrar signed an Executive Order creating six Planning and Development Districts in South Dakota; and
WHEREAS, the South Eastern Council of Governments (SECOG) was created when local officials in the area exercised their authority under the “Joint Exercise of Governmental Powers” (SDCL 1-24); and
WHEREAS, SECOG serves Clay, Lincoln, McCook, Minnehaha, Turner, and Union Counties as well as the municipalities located within those counties in southeastern South Dakota; and
WHEREAS, SECOG was created as a means whereby counties and cities and other public and private organizations within them may cooperate with one another to improve the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of the region; and
WHEREAS, SECOG promotes regional cooperation and the economical delivery of services and has been providing technical assistance to local governmental entities for more than 35 years; and
WHEREAS, SECOG’s Executive Board has determined that the existing Joint Cooperative Agreement entered into in 2006 should be revised.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT
The City of Brandon hereby approves the document titled “South Eastern Council of Governments Joint Cooperative Agreement” among Clay, Lincoln, McCook, Minnehaha, Turner, and Union counties and the cities of Sioux Falls, Vermillion, and Brandon.
The agreement, containing revisions to the existing 2006 Joint Cooperative Agreement, is attached to and hereby made a part of this resolution.
Dated this 1st day of February 2010.
Larry D. Beesley
Mayor
ATTEST:
Dennis E. Olson
Municipal Finance Officer
(SEAL)
Alderwoman Hansen moved Alderman Jones seconded to adopt Resolution #06-10 stating that the City of Brandon supports a walk bridge application and has determined a need for a pedestrian/bicycle facility along Aspen Boulevard. A roll call vote showed Brooks, Hansen, Jones, and Mostek voting aye. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION #06-10
WHEREAS, the City of Brandon has determined a need for a pedestrian/bicycle facility along Aspen Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, the City of Brandon wishes to apply for a “Transportation Enhancement Grant” from the South Dakota Department of Transportation.
THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED, that the City Council hereby authorizes the filing of a “Transportation Enhancement Grant” amplification including all understandings and any assurances contained therein and hereby authorizes the Mayor to act in connection with the application and grant agreement and to provide such additional information as may be required.
Dated this 1st day of February, 2010.
Larry D. Beesley
Mayor
ATTEST:
Dennis E. Olson
Municipal Finance Officer
(SEAL)
The Park & Recreation, Police Committee, and Golf Course Committee reports were heard.
At 6:55 p.m. Alderman Brooks moved Alderman Mostek seconded to go in to executive session to confer with the City Attorney regarding a legal matter. Motion carried. At 7:20 p.m. Mayor Beesely declared the executive session ended.
At 7:21 p.m. on a motion by Alderwoman Hansen seconded by Alderman Mostek the meeting was adjourned.
Larry D. Beesley
Mayor
Bonnie L. Nelson
Municipal Recording Clerk
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