DELL RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at
7:30 p.m.
Mayor Fiegen called the Dell Rapids City Council regular meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. at the Council Chambers in City Hall. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and roll was taken finding the following Council Members present: Vice-President Keith DeLange, Mark Downs (arrived at 7:35), Craig Lauritzen, John Paul, David Sommerfeld (via Skype), Carrie Testerman, President Todd Wiebenga and Mayor Scott Fiegen. Absent: Doug Grovenburg.
Staff Present: City Administrator, Justin Weiland, Finance Officer, LeAnn Kerzman and City Attorney, Dean Hammer.
Approval of Agenda: Testerman moved and Lauritzen seconded the approval of the agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
Minutes: Wiebenga moved and Paul seconded to approve the minutes of the regular council meeting held on December 19, 2011. Motion carried unanimously.
Claims Approved: Paul moved and DeLange seconded to approve the following claims as presented. Sommerfeld abstained due to not receiving the information prior to review. Motion carried six (6) to six (6) in favor.
Allied Oil & Tire, tires 2442.28; Argus Leader, publishing 343.19; Bunkers Oil, oil 332.70; Cardmember Services, recycling disposal and license renewal 248.70; County Fair, supply 6.42; Dells Electric, light repair 10,066.38; Delta Dental, insurance 684.80; Entringer Backhoe, water service dig 714.28; First National Bank, loan installments 57,423.06; Huewe Plumbing, metering repair 84.18; ICAP, Nov transit 3663.14; Kempf Construction, 15th St elevation repair 1849.49; MidAmerican Energy, natural gas 1181.11; Midwest Alarm, alarm loops 105.35; Minnehaha Community Water, water 8904.97; Northern Truck & Equipment, pump replacement 4556.91; Professional Mailing & Marketing, bill service 708.54; Sam's Club Discover, office supplies 167.95; South Eastern Council of Governments, dues 4500.00; SD DENR, three certifications 54.00; SD DOT, project engineering 1954.98; SDML, Workers Compensation 838.00; SD Public Health Lab, testing 327.00; SDRS, retirement 4700.70; Xcel Energy, street lights/electricity 3646.47.
Added or Increased Salaries: Public Works: Schildhauer, Larry, Director, 2% salary increase from $63,336.00 to $64,602.72; Library: Rogers, Megan, Library Clerk, 3% hourly increase from $7.40 to $7.62. Increases based upon performance review with increases effective as of the employee's anniversary date.
Department Wages: December 2011 - General Government $11,889.80; Public Safety $2451.76; Public Works $23,625.99; Culture & Recreation $5050.18.
Resolution #2012-01 Transit Rates: Weiland reported to the council that due to cuts to the funding of the transit system at the federal level, it is necessary to consider a rate increase. After discussion on the services provided, Testerman moved and Wiebenga seconded to approve a rate increase of $6 for a Sioux Falls trip and $2 for each in town use. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION #2012-01
Establishing Dell Rapids Transit System Rates
WHEREAS, the City of Dell Rapids City Council has Transit System that is owned and operated by the City of Dell Rapids and managed by Inter-lakes Community Action Partnership (ICAP), and;
WHEREAS, the Transit System is available for Dell Rapids citizens of all ages;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Governing Body of the City of Dell Rapids that the Transit rates for in town and Sioux Falls related trips will be as follows and will continue until such time as changes are warranted:
(1) $2.00 per in town trips
(2) $6.00 per Sioux Falls trips
(3) Senior Citizens Free ($1.75 donation appreciated)
Dated at Dell Rapids, South Dakota this 3rd day of January, 2012.
FOR THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF DELL RAPIDS, SOUTH DAKOTA
/s/ Scott Fiegen, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ LeAnn Kerzman,
Finance Officer
Resolution #2012-02 Credit Card Processing Fee: Weiland discussed with the council the research being done through Kerzman to accept credit cards for city services. Discussion ensued. Downs moved and Testerman seconded to approve. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION #2012-2
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A PROCESSING FEE FOR CREDIT CARD, DEBIT CARD OR
ELECTRONIC TRANSACTION PAYMENTS
WHEREAS, SDCL 4-3-28 allows local governments, by resolutions, to establish and collect a processing fee associated with a credit card, debit card, or electronic transaction.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF DELL RAPIDS, SD:
That the City of Dell Rapids Finance Officer is hereby authorized, in his or her discretion, to accept a credit card, a debit card or an electronic payment as payment for a transaction. The Finance Officer is also authorized to impose a reasonable transaction fee for any such payment.
Dated at Dell Rapids, South Dakota on this 3rd day of January, 2012.
FOR THE GOVERNING BODY OF THECITY OF DELL RAPIDS:
/s/ Scott Fiegen, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ LeAnn Kerzman,
Finance Officer
Resolutions #2012-03 Payroll Resolution: Weiland discussed with the council the method used in previous years of using CPI to determine the cost of living increase. Fiegen reminded the council they had acted last year to set the cost of living at 2%. Wiebenga added that merit would be determined upon review with a roll rate of 0 to 4%. Fiegen asked that Policy and Procedures members meet to review the pay plan. Lauritzen moved and DeLange seconded to approve the resolution with a 2% cost of living increase for employees and 0% for council and board members. Motion carried six (6) to one (1) with Sommerfeld voting nay.
RESOLUTION #2012-03
2012 PAYROLL RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, effective and responsive delivery of City goods and services is dependent upon the employment of a highly competent and motivated workforce; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dell Rapids wishes to increase base wages for employees by giving a 2% cost of living adjustment to the wage scale for benefitted and part time employees and 0% for the City Council and Planning Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Governing Body of the City of Dell Rapids hereby approves and adopts the following wage rates to be disbursed in the calendar year 2012.
PROVIDED, HOWEVER, the City may make wage increases for the completion of education requirements, for passing certification tests, for fulfillment of job requirements set at the date of employment, or for meritorious achievement.
NAME, JOB TITLE, 2012 WAGE
GENERAL GOVERNMENT: Justin Weiland, City Administrator, $75,012.84 / yr
FINANCE OFFICE: LeAnn Kerzman, Finance Officer, $47,288.76 / yr; Diane LeBrun, Billing Clerk, $17.33 / hr
LIBRARY: Debra Huska, Library Director, $39,880.78 / yr; Glen Kruger, Library Assistant, $9.18 / hr
PUBLIC WORKS: Larry Schildhauer, Public Works Director, $65,894.77 / yr; Clarence Fjellanger, Asst. Public Works Director, $23.84 / hr; Les Fenicle, Equipment Operator, $21.23 / hr; Paul Wildermuth, Equipment Operator, $17.02 / hr; Randy Decker, Laborer, $15.36 / hr; David Schuch, Laborer, $15.93 / hr
PLANNING AND CODE ENFORCEMENT: Benjamin Gruis, Building Inspector, $16.45 / hr
PART TIME NON-BENEFITED
CITY COUNCIL: Scott Fiegen, Mayor, $3,675.36 / yr; David Sommerfeld, Council Member, $2,400.32 / yr; Keith Delange, Council Member, $2,400.32 / yr; Todd Wiebenga, Council Member, $2,400.32 / yr; Mark Downs, Council Member, $2,400.32 / yr; Craig Lauritzen, Council Member, $2,400.32 / yr; Carrie Testerman, Council Member, $2,400.32 / yr; Doug Grovenburg, Council Member, $2,400.32 / yr; John Paul, Council Member, $2,400.32 / yr
PLANNING COMMISSION: Bob Lamberty, Chairman, $800.80 / yr; Roger Dearduff, Commissioner, $800.80 / yr; Darrel Donelan, Commissioner, $800.80 / yr; Dale Dunn, Commissioner, $800.80 / yr; Mike Kroger, Commissioner, $800.80 / yr; Paul Zweifel, Commissioner, $800.80 / yr; Charlie Pleskac, Commissioner, $800.80 / yr
LIBRARY: Brittany Risty ,Library Clerk,$8.32 / hr; Megan Rodgers,Library Clerk,$7.77 / hr
BUILDINGS AND MAINTENANCE: Wilma Bogenhagen, Custodian, $12.58 / hr
Dated at Dell Rapids, South Dakota this 3rd day of January, 2012.
FOR THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF DELL RAPIDS, SOUTH DAKOTA
/s/ Scott Fiegen, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ LeAnn Kerzman,
Finance Officer
Executive Session was included within the agenda in the event council chose to discuss personnel issues. Executive session was not utilized.
Trash Haulers License Renewal Applications: Three applications have been received from the following haulers: A-Ok Sanitary, Hoffman Sanitation and Novak. City staff will see to the continued licensing of any haulers still operating within city limits. Lauritzen moved and Paul seconded to approve the three applications provided they have completed all of their requirements for the license. Motion carried unanimously.
Visitors to be heard: None.
City Administrators Report: Justin Weiland reported on the following:
• State Water Meeting for the consideration for the application for the radio read water meters will be this Thursday, January 5. To save the cost and time of a trip to Pierre, Weiland will be using the University Center in Sioux Falls to attend via video conference.
• Dells Bowl did receive their liquor license after application was submitted to the state to review.
• Joint meeting with Minnehaha County to be held on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 to discuss height restrictions within the joint jurisdictional area.
• Personnel - evaluations were conducted for two employees and merit raises were recommended between 2-3% for each.
Treasurers Report - A recap of all income and expenses, since the last meeting, were presented to the council for their review.
Claims Approved for Payment by Other Municipal Boards - Library Board Claims: Ecowater, rent 8.00; Ingram, 2 books 45.59; MicroMarketing, 5 books 165.46; MidAmerican Energy, natural gas 247.51.
Downs moved and Lauritzen seconded to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
LeAnn Kerzman
Finance Officer
Published once at the total approximate cost of $109.40.
1367230 Jan. 11, 2012

THE MINNEHAHA COUNTY COMMISSION CONVENED AT 9:00 A.M., January 3, 2012 pursuant to adjournment on December 27, 2011. Commissioners present were: Barth, Kelly, Pekas, Heiberger, and Beninga. Also present were Cindy Jepsen, Commission Recorder, and Gordy Swanson Chief Civil Deputy State's Attorney.
Robert Litz, Auditor, opened the meeting and called for nominations for Commission Chairman. MOTION by Barth, seconded by Pekas to nominate Commissioner Kelly as Commission Chairman for 2012. 3 ayes. Heiberger and Pekas voted nay. Motion carries.
Mr. Litz relinquished the gavel to Chairman Kelly.
Chairman Kelly called for nominations for Commission Vice-Chairman. MOTION by Barth, seconded by Heiberger to nominate Commissioner Beninga as Commission Vice-Chairman for 2012. 4 ayes. Commissioner Beninga abstained.
DESIGNATION OF OFFICIAL NEWSPAPERS
Ken McFarland, Commission Administrative Officer, reported that proposals were received from the Argus Leader Media and Anderson Publications for designation as official county newspapers. Kelly Redfearn, Advertising Director for the Argus Leader, was present to request designation of the Argus Leader, Dell Rapids Tribune, and the Brandon Valley Challenger as the official county newspapers. Both proposals reflected no increases in rates. Anderson Publications proposal requested designation of the Hartford Area News as one of the official newspapers. MOTION by Heiberger, seconded by Pekas to designate the Argus Leader, Dell Rapids Tribune, and the Hartford Area News as the official Minnehaha County newspapers for 2012. 5 ayes.
RECORD OF NON-ELECTED DEPARTMENT HEADS
MOTION by Barth, seconded by Beninga to record the following individuals as non-elected Department Heads, as of January 1, 2012. 5 ayes.
Ken McFarland, Commission Office; Monte Watembach, Information Technology; DJ Buthe, Highway; Todd Cheever, Juvenile Court Center; Lloyd Olson, Facilities; Bill Hoskins, Museum; Carey Jo Deaver, Human Resources; Scott Anderson, Planning/ Parks; Cynthia Howard Public Advocate; Traci Smith, Public Defender; Carol Muller, Human Services; Dennis "Eli" Whitney, Equalization; Lynn DeYoung, Emergency Management
The following are listed as positions of public interest and are not department head positions:
Daren Ketcham, Metro Communications; Ralph Hammer, Weed & Pest; Patricia Kroupa, Veteran Service Officer; Eric Saathoff, 4-H Advisor
APPOINTMENT
MOTION by Barth, seconded by Heiberger to re-appoint Dr. Kenneth Snell as Coroner for a 1 year term of 1/1/12 to 12/31/12. 5 ayes.
COMMISSION SALARY
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Beninga to elect salary, rather than the per diem method of payment to county commissioners, and set the 2012 annual salary at $24,177.92, as approved in the 2012 Minnehaha County Budget. 4 ayes. Barth voted nay.
ELECTION PAY
Robert Liz, Auditor, presented a resolution to set the pay schedule for election workers for 2012. The resolution would keep the same rates as in 2010 & 2011. MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Heiberger to approve Resolution MC12-01. 4 ayes. Barth voted nay.
RESOLUTION MC12-01
WHEREAS, it may be necessary to appoint election officials in 2012, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to SDCL 12-15-11, the fee paid to election officials shall be established annually by the board of county commissioners at its first regular meeting of the year; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners that for the year 2012, election officials shall be paid as follows:
Precinct Superintendent, $120.00 per day; Precinct Deputy, 105.00 per day; Precinct - partial day, 10.00 per hour; Absentee Precinct, Counting Center, and Precinct Assistants, 7.50 per hour; Election school attendance, 10.00 per hour
Dated this 3th day of January, 2012.
APPROVED BY THE
COMMISSION:
Dick Kelly
Chairman
ATTEST:
Cynthia Jepsen
Deputy Auditor
ROUTINE BUSINESS
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Barth to approve the December 27th, 2011 minutes. 5 ayes.
VOUCHERS TO BE PAID
MOTION by Barth, seconded by Pekas to approve the following bills totaling $774,110.99 and December, 2011 salaries. 5 ayes.
A & B Business Equip, Var. Depts, 389.36; Advance Auto Parts, Sheriff, 26.78; Arena Motel, Human Svcs, 9,505.00; Argus Leader, Var. Depts, 225.37; Around The Clock/Dra, JDC, 194.95; Avera Gastroenterolo, Human Svcs, 355.05; Avera Healthworks, Human Res, 651.00; Avera McKennan Hospi, Var. Depts, 5,748.09; Avera Pulmonary Asso, Human Svcs, 95.36; Bank Supplies Inc, Treasurer, 232.61; Beener, Keith, Human Svcs, 200.00; Bob Barker Company, Jail, 29,561.82; Brandon Seamless Rai, Parks, 422.28; Bristow, Boyd, Mus Entpr, 100.00; Bureau Of Informatio, Info Tech, 108.00; Carlson, Scott B Att, Courts, 2,296.00; Cartridge World, Info Tech, 518.16; CM Information Spec/, Public Def, 40.97; Coalition, Human Res, 35.00; Cobra Today Total Ad, Human Svcs, 342.98; Cobraserve National, Human Svcs, 838.72; Cody, Denise, Mental Ill, 51.00; Cole Papers, Inc., Jail, 736.40; Cooey, Carla F, Courts, 81.60; Daniels-Olsen Bldg P, Pettigrew, 170.00; Daybreak/T & H Conve, Hwy Constr, 123.90; Diesel Machinery Inc, Hwy Constr, 896.60; Dietrich, Donna K, Mental Ill, 456.63; Duncan, Kara, Public Def, 114.33; Ebert's Properties, Human Svcs, 175.00; Erpenbach, John E, Jail, 2,025.00; Etc/Expo For Her Mag, Mus Ops, 4,200.00; Glazier, David Alan, Human Svcs, 400.00; Goebel Printing, Inc, Var. Depts, 138.20; Golden Creek Investo, Human Svcs, 340.00; Graham Tire Co. - Do, Mus Ops, 103.84; Great Plains Psychol, Courts, 5,915.00; Guzman, Sandra V., Var. Depts, 365.81; Hall, Roger, Atty Fees, 50.00; Hartford Farmers Ele, Hwy Constr, 36.00; Heartland Paper Comp, Jail, 1,111.27; Hewlett-Packard Comp, Var. Depts, 17,820.08; Hicks, Vicki A, Jail, 114.95; High Point Networks, Safe Home, 116.62; Hoekstra, Denise A., Courts, 2,448.20; Howalt-McDowell Insu, Insurance, 1,202.50; Hurtgen, Timothy T/P, Human Svcs, 50.00; Hy-Vee Accounts Rece, Human Svcs, 8.00; Infinisource, Human Svcs, 485.54; Interpreter Services, Courts, 80.00; Interstate Office Pr, Var. Depts, 6,233.82; Intoximeters, Inc., 24/7 Prog, 4,000.00; J & S Hospitality Db, Human Svcs, 510.00; Jaros, Pete, Mental Ill, 98.05; Jcl Solutions-Janito, Var. Depts, 6,748.54; Jim Bork Enterprises, Reg Deeds, 303.75; Johnson, Donald E, Sheriff, 2,429.75; Kmart Pharmacy #7318, Human Svcs, 38.52; L.G. Everist Inc, Parks, 156.25; Lacroix, Heather, Mental Ill, 198.68; Lcm Pathologists Pc, Coroner, 22,250.00; Leesch Family Partne, Human Svcs, 500.00; Lord Henry Enterpris, Jail, 88.93; Ludoc Enterprises In, Ambulance, 2,333.33; Mac's, Inc., Hwy Constr, 32.98; Matheson Tri-Gas Inc, Hwy Constr, 54.12; Maxwell Food Equipme, Safe Home, 1,072.74; Metro Communications, Var. Depts, 22,816.16; MidAmerican Energy C, Var. Depts, 3,496.39; Midwest Alarm Compan, Var. Depts, 1,982.40; Miller Funeral Home, Human Svcs, 2,775.00; Minnehaha Master Gar, Hwy Admin, 60.00; Morphotrak, Sheriff, 2,872.00; Nat'l Assn Of Counti, Dir Of Eq, 603.00; New Horizons, Info Tech, 2,375.00; New World Systems, Jail, 945.00; Nguyen, Lam, Courts, 100.00; Nyberg's Ace Hardwar, Sheriff, 43.91; Office Depot, Inc., Info Tech, 356.07; Office Elements/Ia O, Human Svcs, 739.92; Olson, Waltner & Sch, Courts, 1,023.63; Palmer, Barbara, Mental Ill, 607.50; Peters Distributing, JDC, 368.00; Pharmchem Inc, 24/7 Prog, 189.00; Pheasantland Industr, Jail, 1,417.26; Phoenix Supply Llc, Jail, 1,112.00; Porter Funeral Home, Human Svcs, 2,173.50; Price, Thomas L Phd, Public Adv, 1,080.00; Quill Corp., Jdc, 80.90; Reclaiming Youth Int, Public Def, 7,500.00; Redwood Biotech, 24/7 Prog, 1,860.00; Revier Pressure Wash, Jail, 220.00; Rochester Armored Ca, Treasurer, 379.50; Sanford Health Plan-, Human Svcs, 1,028.16; Schoeneman Bros. Co., Var. Depts, 931.80; Schulte Law Office, Courts, 475.60; SD Assn County Weed, Hwy Admin, 50.00; SD Assn Of County Of, Var. Depts, 10,904.67; SD Dept Of Public Sa, Human Svcs, 20.00; SD Human Services Ce, Public Def, 28.00; SD Public Assurance, Var. Depts, 184,313.32; SDAE4-He, Extension, 70.00; SDML Workers' Compen, Var. Depts, 301,788.00; Secog, Secog, 22,513.00; Sheehan Mack Sales &, Hwy Constr, 90.94; Sherwin Williams, Jail, 252.19; Shi, International C, Var. Depts, 486.09; Sioux Falls City Fin, Mus Entpr, 15.00; Sioux Falls Paint &, Hwy Admin, 1,149.50; Sioux Falls Utilitie, Var. Depts, 6,297.99; Skorczewski, Jena, Courts, 1,034.80; Slowey, Yavonne C, Mental Ill, 165.00; Solomon, Ghirmay, Courts, 130.00; Superiormirror.Com I, Jail, 288.60; Swanda, Karen, Mental Ill, 51.00; Teel, Clyde, Mus Entpr, 300.00; Telvent Dtn, Hwy Constr, 432.00; Timekeeping Systems, Jail, 3,933.94; Tires,Tires,Tires In, Sheriff, 79.20; Town Park I Apts, Human Svcs, 600.00; Turnkey Corrections, Jail, 638.13; Vesely, Josh, Hwy Constr, 59.91; Walgreen Co., Human Svcs, 376.43; Wali, Khadija M., Courts, 50.00; Weber, Judy Prp, Public Def, 131.85; Weerheim, Tom, Courts, 344.40; West Group, Var. Depts, 213.75; Xcel Energy, Inc., Var. Depts, 38,815.65; YWCA Of Sioux Falls, Em Mgmt, 122.50; Commission, Salaries, 40,859.82, Auditor, Salaries, 53,775.06; Treasurer, Salaries, 88,441.16, Info Technology, Salaries, 94,434.41; States Attorney, Salaries, 248,961.19, Public Defender, Salaries, 193,539.29; Public Advocate, Salaries, 44,319.36, Facilities, Salaries, 85,665.52; Equalization, Salaries, 105,724.08, Register Of Deeds, Salaries, 57,240.82; Human Resources, Salaries, 19,461.36, Sheriff, Salaries, 1,138,908.02; JDC, Salaries, 229,354.33, Highway, Salaries, 149,785.78; Human Services, Salaries, 116,257.54, Museum, Salaries, 81,631.94; Planning, Salaries, 55,309.93, Extension, Salaries, 12,737.35
REPORTS
Notice was received that the Auditor's Office has completed the decennial legislative map updates. The maps are available for viewing in the Auditor's Office and on the county website at minnehahacounty. org.
PERSONNEL
MOTION by Heiberger, seconded by Pekas, to approve the following personnel changes. 5 ayes.
1. To promote William Wilson from Custodian (6/3) to Custodial Supervisor (12/1) for Facilities at $15.143/hour effective 12/27/11.
2. To convert Ryan Bakeberg's appointment from full-time Correctional Officer in Training for the Jail to part-time Correctional Officer in Training (12/1) $15.143 hrly effective 1/6/12.
Step Increases Due:
1. Scott Berg - Highway Maintenance Worker - Highway - 12/2 to 12/3 - 1/4/12 - $15.910/hour
2. Susan Broveak - Real Estate Specialist - Register of Deeds - 14/6 to 14/7 - 1/8/12 - $19.385/hour
3. Nicholas Brokenleg - Caseworker I - Human Services - 16/4 to 16/5 - 12/28/11 - $20.366/hour
4. Emmanuel Gutierrez & Randy Dobberpuhl - Caseworker I - Human Services - 16/4 to 16/5 - 12/27/11 - $20.366/hour
5. Barb Donaldson - Caseworker I - Human Services - 16/5 to 16/6 - 12/23/11 - $21.974/hour
6. Barb Williams - Administrative Clerk - Human Services - 9/7 to 9/8 - 12/13/11 - $16.339/hour
7. LaVonne Robinson - Administrative Clerk - Human Services - 9/4 to 9/5 - 12/27/11 - $14.413/hour
8. Thomas Rabb - Investigator - State's Attorney's Office - 16/6 to 16/7 - 12/24/11 - $21.397/hour
9. Gregory McNamara - Investigator - State's Attorney's Office & Miranda Petersen - Paralegal - State's Attorney's Office - 16/4 to 16/5 - 12/27/11 - $20.366/hour
10. Michael Kowalke - Juvenile Correctional Officer I - Juvenile Detention Center - 12/14 to 12/15 - 12/21/11 - $22.523/hour
11. Dawn Brings Plenty - Juvenile Correctional Officer I - Juvenile Detention Center - 12/11 to 12/12 - 12/27/11 - $19.869/hour
12. Lorenzo Brown - Juvenile Correctional Worker - Juvenile Detention Center - 9/1 to 9/2 - 12/22/11 - $14.089/hour
13. Jeffrey Gromer - Deputy Sheriff Sergeant - Sheriff's Office - 20/11 to 20/12 - 1/18/12 - $29.496/hour
14. Tyrone Albers - Deputy Sheriff - Sheriff's Office - 16/15 to 16/16 - 12/21/11 - $28.128/hour
15. Patrick Murphy - Civil Process Server - Sheriff's Office - 12/11 to 12/12 - 12/27/11 - $19.869/hour
16. Patricia Albrecht - Correctional Officer - Jail - 13/13 to 13/14 - 12/27/11 - $21.932/hour
17. Doreen Janssen - Correctional Officer - Jail - 13/13 to 13/14 - 12/21/11 - $23.086/hour
18. Chris Butcher - Correctional Officer - Jail & Steven Lambertz - part time Correctional Officer - Jail - 13/11 to 13/12 - 12/21/11 - $21.974/hour
19. Janet Buckley- Senior Accounting Technician - Jail - 12/5 to 12/6 - 12/27/11 - $17.133/hour
20. Debra Hendrix - Corrections System Operator - Jail - 9/11 to 9/12 - 12/27/11 - $17.133/hour
21. Melinda Storley - Corrections System Operator - Jail - 9/8 to 9/9 - 12/4/11 - $16.747/hour
22. Karla Nagel- Administrative Clerk - Jail - 9/5 to 9/6 - 12/27/11 - $14.773/hour
23. Thaddeus Thomas - Air Guard Security Officer II - Air Guard - 13/8 to 13/9 - 12/21/11 - $20.405/hour
24. Carla Dirkson - Correctional Officer - 24/7 Program - 13/7 to 13/8 - 11/15/11 - $19.907/hour
25. Bill Hoskins - Museum Director - Siouxland Heritage Museums - 24/6 to 24/7 - 12/27/11 - $2,946.88 bi-weekly
Special Commission Action Requests:
1. To recognize the following significant employee anniversaries for January 2012: 5 years - Jeffrey Barth, Amber Eggert, James Carole & Michael Newkirk; 20 years - Bradley Farniok & Donette Kelley; 25 years - Allen Penning; 35 years - Daphna Hansen & Mary Yale.
2. To record volunteers in County Departments for December 2011. The list is on file at Human Resources.
ABATEMENTS
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Barth to approve the following property tax abatement representing owner occupied status applied for but not entered into file: Shawn Bonin, ID #78788, 2011 taxes, $432.67. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Heiberger to approve the following property tax abatement for tax exempt property; City of Hartford, ID #15926, 2011 taxes, $354.84 and ID #23775, 2011 taxes, $144.10. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Heiberger to approve the following property tax abatement for tax exempt property; City of Baltic, ID #85008, 2011 taxes, $62.60. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Heiberger, seconded by Pekas to approve the following property tax abatements representing the elderly tax freeze program: Regina Evans, ID #22445, 2011 taxes, $2,047.09; Richard Bollwerk, ID #24295, 2011 taxes, $48.77; and Willard Foster, ID #60549, 2011 taxes, $1,188.56. 5 ayes.
OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
Bob Kolbe addressed the commission regarding funding for the volunteer ambulance and fire departments. Mr. Kolbe suggested the state legislature consider using gas tax money to supplement these departments for the services they provide in response to accidents on state and federal highways. Ken McFarland explained the rural fire departments in Minnehaha County are funded by a rural fire levy. The ambulance services in Minnehaha County are currently funded by a general fund allocation. Other possible sources of funding would be to create an ambulance district or implementation of a county wide ambulance levy.
APPOINTMENT
Scott Anderson, Planning Director, reported that Don South's term as a Planning Commissioner has expired and he is not seeking re-appointment. Two applications to fill the vacant seat have been received from Chris King and Bonnie Duffy. MOTION by Barth, seconded by Pekas to appoint Bonnie Duffy to the Planning Commission. 5 ayes.
SURPLUS PROPERTY
Ken McFarland, Commission Administrative Officer, gave a briefing on a request from the Extension Office to donate items they will no longer be using after they move to the new Regional Extension Center. The Auditor's office has confirmed that none of the items appear on the county's capital asset list due to the dollar value of the items. MOTION by Barth, seconded by Beninga, to declare the Extension items surplus for the purposes of donation to the Master Gardener Program, the specialist at the Regional Extension Center, and the Sioux Empire Fair Association. 5 ayes. The list of donated items is on file in the Auditor's office.
AGREEMENTS
Ken McFarland, Commission Administrative Officer, requested authorization for the Chairman to sign the Lutheran Social Services (LSS) Middle School Diversion Officer Agreement. Under the terms of the agreement, LSS will provide staffing, program supplies and materials for the Middle School Diversion Officer not to exceed the grant allocation of $35,556 from the Juvenile Accountability Block Grant Program, which funds the position. MOTION by Heiberger, seconded by Beninga to authorize Chairman to sign the Agreement For Pass Through Grant For School Resource Officer with Lutheran Social Services. 5 ayes.
Ken McFarland, Commission Administrative Officer, reported on the approval of a $100,000 grant proposal submitted to the SD Council of Juvenile Services. The grant funds are to be used to implement a reception center and an evening report center operated by Volunteers of America as part of the 2012 Juvenile Detention Alternative Initiative (JDAI) work plan. MOTION by Barth, seconded by Heiberger to authorize the Chairman to sign Notice of Award and Special Conditions, Assurances, and Certifications for the $100,000 Grant Award from the Council of Juvenile Services for the JDAI. 5 ayes.
Ken McFarland, Commission Administrative Officer, presented a renewal agreement with Communication Services for the Deaf, now known as CSD of South Dakota, to provide interpreter services to county departments and the courts. The agreement will run from 1/1/12 to 12/31/13. The hourly rates for all services outlined in the contract remain the same as the last two years. MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Barth to authorize the Chairman to sign the two year, Professional Service Agreement with CSD of South Dakota. 5 ayes.
Ken McFarland, Commission Administrative Officer, gave a briefing on a contract renewal with Correct Care Solution (CCS) to operate the Minnehaha County Detoxification Center. Based on actual expenses and anticipated quarterly adjustments, the contract sum for 2012 will be in the amount of $696,284. The renewal agreement extends the current contract with CCS through December 31, 2013. MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Barth, to authorize the Chairman to sign the Detoxification Facility Operation Agreement between Correct Care Solutions, LLC and Minnehaha County. 5 ayes.
Darin Young, Warden, presented an agreement with Correct Care Solutions, LLC for inmate medical care. The current contract which will expire on December 31, 2011, grants the county two (2) one-year renewal options. The 2012 contract sum is in the amount of $1,344,934. The service agreement recognizes quarterly adjustments may be needed to reflect actual costs. MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Barth to authorize the Chairman to sign the Health Care Services Agreement between Correct Care Solutions, LLC and Minnehaha County effective January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2013. 5 ayes.
SD DEPARTMENT OF LABOR RULING
Ken McFarland, Commission Administrative Officer, gave a briefing on the SD Department of Labor ruling on a grievance filed by the Minnehaha County Deputies Association on the salary roll back that was adopted by the County Commission as part of the final 2012 budget for all county employees. The ruling stated that Minnehaha County violated the collective bargaining agreement by imposing the 5% salary roll back on the members of the association. The roll back is scheduled to go into effect for the payroll period beginning December 24, 2011 and ending January 6, 2012. Mr. McFarland presented a spreadsheet showing the impact of the 5% wage roll back for each department. The impact of the wage roll back for law enforcement employees is $491,529, for Highway union employees $51,529, and for other employees of the county $808,709. Mr. McFarland also reported on potential unbudgeted revenue sources that could impact the 2012 budget. $225,000 could be realized from five positions budgeted for in 2012, but not yet filled; $200,000 in savings from lower that budgeted inmate medical services; $200,000 in potential revenue from the sale of surplus highway equipment; and potentially higher than budgeted Bank Franchise Tax revenue. Doug Huffer, Highway Department employee and President of the local 2561 Highway labor union, spoke on the adoption of the county pay plan in 2008 that allows for increases and no decreases in employee pay and given the recent grievance and findings of the Deputies dispute, there appears to be two pay plans now. Mr. Huffer stated the highway department is separately funded and has no impact on the general fund. He asked the Commission to consider all county departments when discussing the SD Department of Labor ruling on the Deputies Association grievance. Gordy Swanson, Chief Civil Deputy States Attorney, stated it will take a couple weeks before the judge's ruling is final, after which the commission will have 30 days to appeal that decision to circuit court. MOTION by Barth to restore the 5% roll back to the entire county work force. Motion dies for lack of second. MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Beninga, to delay the roll back for the Deputies Association until the final findings and conclusions are received from the SD Department of Labor ruling. 4 ayes. Kelly voted nay. Motion carries. Ken McFarland indicated the commission will need to determine by the end of the month how the delay in the 5% roll back for the Deputies Association will be funded. Chairman Kelly passed the gavel to Vice Chairman Beninga for the purpose of making a motion. MOTION by Kelly, seconded by Barth to delay implementation of the 5% roll back for all employees, except Commissioners, until February 1st. 2 ayes. Pekas, Heiberger, and Beninga voted nay. Motion fails. MOTION by Barth to restore the 5% roll back to the Highway Department employees. Motion dies for lack of a second.
OLD BUSINESS
Ken McFarland, Commission Administrative Officer stated the Commission will have to decide how they will balance the budget by the end of the month in order to fund the restoration of the 5% salary roll back for the Deputies Association.
MOTION by Barth, seconded by Pekas to adjourn into Executive session for personnel, contract and legal briefing. 5 ayes.
The Commission adjourned until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 10, 2012.
APPROVED BY THE
COMMISSION:
Dick Kelly
Chairman
ATTEST:
Cynthia Jepsen
Deputy Auditor
Published once at the total approximate cost of $207.13.
1367225 Jan. 11, 2012

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Pursuant to SDCL 11-4-12, notice is hereby given that the Dell Rapids Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on January 24, 2012, regarding adoption of the revised Official Zoning Map for the City of Dell Rapids. Specifically, the Planning Commission will be considering a recommendation of adoption to the Dell Rapids City Council for revisions to the Official Zoning Map for the City of Dell Rapids.
A copy of the proposed Official Zoning Map is available for public review at the Dell Rapids City Hall in the office of the Finance Officer during regular business hours.
The Planning Commission public hearing will be held at the following time, date and location:
7:00 p.m.
January 24, 2012
Dell Rapids City Hall
The purpose of this hearing is to explain the proposed revisions to the Official Zoning for the City of Dell Rapids to interested persons, to answer questions regarding this item and to hear public comment on this item. The Planning Commission invites all interested persons to attend and offer their comments. Those interested persons not able to attend are invited and encouraged to send written comments, prior to the hearing, to the Dell Rapids City Administrator, PO Box 10, Dell Rapids, SD 57022.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this hearing, please contact the Finance Officer at (605) 428-3595. Anyone who is deaf, hard-of-hearing or speech-disabled may utilize Relay South Dakota at (800) 877-1113 (TTY/Voice). Notification 48 hours prior to the hearing will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this hearing.
LeAnn Kerzman
Finance Officer
Published once at the approximate cost of $29.20.
1367017 Jan. 11, 2012

RENNER SANITARY DISTRICT
Notice of Public Hearing
Renner Sanitary District will hold a public hearing to receive comments regarding a proposed application to the S.D. Department of Environment and Natural Resources Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CW-SRF) Loan Program to finance the Sewer Repair and Lift Station Upgrades Project. A public hearing is a requirement of the facilities planning process for the CW-SRF program. A Facilities Plan is an engineering and environmental study of project alternatives. It documents the need for improvements and proposes a solution. Renner Sanitary District proposes to apply for up to $121,000 in CW-SRF loan funds at 2.25% for 20 years. The total project cost is estimated at $121,000. The Board of Water and Natural Resources may forgive all or a portion of loan principal. The purpose of the public hearing is to discuss the proposed project, the proposed financing, and the source of repayment for the loan. The public is invited to attend and comment on the project.
The hearing will be held Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Renner Fire Hall, 47417 258th Street, Renner, SD. Project information may be reviewed by contacting the Renner Sanitary District at 330-4189.
The hearing is open to all interested parties. Information regarding accessibility for the disabled may be obtained by calling Renner Sanitary District at 330-4189. Anyone unable to attend may submit written comments prior to the hearing.
Dennis Hoffman
Board President
Renner Sanitary District
47419 258th Street
Renner, SD 57055
Published once at the total approximate cost of $27.87.
1367016 Jan. 11, 2012

CIV: 12-15
NOTICE OF HEARING FOR ADULT NAME CHANGE
STATE OF SOUTH DAKOTA)
:SS
COUNTY OF MINNEHAHA)
IN CIRCUIT COURT
SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
In the Matter of the Petition of
Charles Antonio Pontiero
For a Change of Name to
Alessia Pontiero
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN a Verified Petition for Adult Name Change has been filed by Charles Antonio Pontiero the object and prayer of which is to change Petitioner's name from Charles Antonio Pontiero to Alessia Pontiero. On the 27th day of February, 2012, at the hour of 1:30 pm said verified petition will be heard by this Court before the Honorable Judge Stuart Tiede Presiding, at the Court Room in the Minnehaha County Courthouse, City of Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, or as soon thereafter as is convenient for the court. Anyone may come and appear at that time and place and show reasons, if any, why said name should not be changed as requested.
Dated this 4th day of January, 2012 at Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
ANGELIA M. GRIES
Clerk of Court
By: /s/ _____________
Deputy
Jan. 11, 18, 25
1367288 & Feb. 1, 2012