The Baltic School District intends to build a restroom/ concessions/storage building for the track/football stadium facility. The District is inviting bids for individual parts of the project as listed below, or for the project in its entirety as described in the bid specifications. Copies of the specifications are available at the Baltic School District Superintendent's office located in the Baltic School, One Bulldog Avenue, Baltic, SD. Bids are due by 10:00 A.M. on March 12, 2012 in the Baltic Superintendent's office at which time and place the bids will be opened. The Baltic Board of Education will consider bids at its meeting at 7:00 P.M. on March 12, 2012 in the Baltic School District Library. The Baltic Board of Education reserves the right to reject any and all proposals.
Bid Packages:
1. Site prep and concrete work
2. Masonry
3. Plumbing
4. Building materials
5. Shingles and underlayment
6. Gutters
7. Doors and toilet fixtures
8. Concession counters
9. Windows
10. Garage and concession window doors
Published twice at the total approximate cost of $42.76.
1371331 Feb. 22 & 29, 2012

NOTICE OF MEETING OF LOCAL EQUALIZATION BOARD
SDCL 10-11-13
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the governing body, sitting as a Review Board of Equalization for Burk Township/Municipality, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, will meet at (the) Virgil Gannon's in said taxing jurisdiction on the 19th day of March, 2012, for the purpose of reviewing and correcting the assessment of said taxing district for the year, 2012.
All persons considering themselves aggrieved by said assessment, are required to notify in writing the clerk of the local board no later than March 15, 2012 of their intention to appeal their assessment.
Burk Township
/s/ Mary C. Theisen
Dated February 15, 2012.
Published twice at the total approximate cost of $25.85.
1371574 Feb. 22 & 29, 2012

NOTICE OF ANNUAL TOWNSHIP MEETING
The citizens of the Township of Burk in the County of Minnehaha, South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at general elections, are hereby notified that the Annual Township Meeting for said Township will be held at Reecy Farm Supply on Tuesday, the 6th day of March next, at 7:00 p.m. of the said day, for the following purposes:
To elect One Supervisor; One Township Clerk; One Township Treasurer; and to do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened.
Given under my hand this 8th day of February, 2012.
/s/ Mary C. Theisen
Township Clerk
Published twice at the total approximate cost of $24.08.
1370854 Feb. 15 & 22, 2012

School Board Proceedings
The Dell Rapids School District Board of Education met Monday, February 13, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the high school distance learning room with the following members present: Brian Davis, Tom Morris, Troy Randall, and Matt Weiland. Schuch joined the meeting at 8:37 p.m. during executive session.
Administration and other persons present: Tom Ludens, Superintendent; Barbara Littel, Business Manager; Kimberly Kludt, High School Principal; Fran Ruesink, Middle School Principal; Todd Wiebenga, Transportation/Facilities Supervisor; Rollie Heidebrink; Amanda Downs; Luke Tatge.
President Davis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
12-084 Motion by Weiland, seconded by Morris, to approve the minutes of the January 9, 2012 and January 23, 2012 school board meetings. All voted aye.
Audience comments were taken.
There were no changes to the agenda.
12-085 Motion by Randall, seconded by Morris, to approve the consent agenda. All voted aye.
A. Payment of February Claims.
General Fund: Academic Hallmarks, supplies - 67.00; AED Superstore, supplies - 200.00; Allied Oil, repair parts - 132.44; Argus Leader, subscriptions/ publications - 396.75; Barnes & Noble, supplies - 479.07; Best Buy, supplies - 430.48; Blooms on Main, supplies - 29.68; Brodart, supplies - 51.91; Builders Supply, repair parts - 1049.00; Building Sprinkler, repairs - 502.00; Century Business Leasing, copiers - 822.92; Century Business Products, purchased services - 30.00; Chemco, supplies - 1156.90; Citibank, supplies - 681.20; Claritus, supplies - 45.44; Cole Papers, supplies - 1183.47; Connecting Point, repairs - 45.00; County Fair, supplies/Haven food - 559.17; Dakota Potters Supply, supplies - 51.96; Dakota Security, supplies/repairs - 340.81; Dakota Supply Group, repair parts - 9.73; Dauby's, supplies - 289.20; Darwin Daugaard, travel reimbursement - 34.00; Decker Equipment - supplies - 157.29; DR Ace Hardware, supplies/repair parts - 648.34; DR Lumber, repair parts - 100.87; DR Middle School Student Council, supplies - 100.00; DR School Petty Cash, postage/registration - 31.56; Dells Electric, repairs - 140.00; Dells Farm & Tire, purchased services - 40.00; Denny's Electric, purchased services - 1095.42; DLH Communications, repairs - 427.82; DR Agency Fund, entry fees/postage/registrations/officials - 3231.46; EMC, insurance - 4941.31; Feeding SD, Haven supplies - 72.44; Flyer Engraving, supplies - 278.00; Golden West, telephone service - 511.44; Groth Music, supplies - 128.48; Hauff Mid-America Sports, supplies - 787.64; Heiman Fire Equipment, purchased services - 266.00; Hillyard, supplies - 337.04; Infinite Campus, registration - 99.00; Institution Services, supplies - 97.08; Jaguar Educational, supplies - 88.90; Janitor's Closet, supplies - 254.66; Johnson Controls, purchased services - 6069.00; Justice Fire and Safety, supplies - 180.00; Library Store, supplies - 127.97; Logan Entertainment, Haven field trip - 270.00; Lunchtime Solutions, supplies - 72.18; Make Music, subscription - 212.00; Matheson Tri-Gas, supplies - 11.92; McFarland Supply, repair parts - 125.01; Midwest Alarm, monitoring - 57.62; Sharon Mitchell, supply reimbursement - 160.36; Modern Woodmen, fundraiser matching - 1803.00; Office Max, supplies - 536.60; Jessica Ostwald, mileage - 18.87; Pepper at Eckroth, supplies - 277.84; Performance Press, supplies - 255.00; PLEC, purchased services - 56.51; Beverly Rieck, supply reimbursement - 89.11; Roemen's Automotive, repair parts - 514.08; Schmitt Music, repairs/supplies - 107.38; School Specialty, supplies - 174.75; SD Dept. of Labor, unemployment - 1990.00; SDAFCS, registration - 60.00; SDAMLE, membership - 20.00; SDIAAA, registration - 140.00; SMEA, registration - 9.00; Sioux Falls School District, tuition - 23609.50; Stan Houston, supplies - 148.45; TASC, purchased services - 1627.92; The Carroll Institute, purchased services - 250.00; Time Management Systems, training - 112.50; Troy's Wood Specialties, supplies - 58.83; Van's Auto Electric, repairs - 125.00; Vantek Communications, repairs - 20.20; Verizon, Haven phones - 81.34 . TOTAL GENERAL FUND CLAIMS - $61,794.82.
Capital Outlay Fund: Amazon.com, books - 13.46; Barnes and Noble, books - 424.53; Best Buy, equipment - 791.58; Brodart, books - 18.48; Century Business Leasing, copiers - 856.50; Chemco, equipment - 170.02; Citibank, equipment/ software - 1300.86; City of Dell Rapids, utilities - 1068.75; Cubby's, gas - 6901.90; DR Ace Hardware, equipment - 215.00; Dells Electric, purchased services - 166.52; EMC, insurance - 14317.94; Graybar Electric, equipment - 705.39; Hoffman Sanitation, garbage removal - 225.00; Kyocera Mita, equipment - 1122.00; Menard's equipment - 67.98; MidAmerican Energy, utilities - 14000.92; Northland Financial, bus lease - 649.00; Provantage, equipment - 1396.48; School Specialty, equipment/ furnishings - 52441.12; Summit Learning, equipment - 295.00; Voyager Fleet Systems, gas - 759.85; Xcel Energy, utilities - 15001.21. TOTAL CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND CLAIMS - $112,909.49.
Special Education Fund: Achieve, purchased services - 1227.16; Amazon.com, supplies - 158.55; CCHS, purchased services - 10465.00; County Fair, supplies - 90.07; DR Ace Hardware, supplies - 31.99; East Dakota Educational Cooperative, tuition - 1650.24; EMC, insurance - 1025.50; Orientation & Mobility, purchased services - 226.35; Parent, mileage - 136.90; PLEC, purchased services - 3867.66; Roemen's Automotive, repair parts - 210.45; Voyager Fleet Systems, gas - 1613.34. TOTAL SPECIAL EDUCATION FUND CLAIMS - $20,703.21.
Capital Projects Funds: Architecture, Inc., purchased services - 5500.00; Peska Construction, purchased services - 5000.00; Sayre Associates, purchased services - 1605.37. TOTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND CLAIMS - $12,105.37.
Food Service Fund: Teresa Dirks, refund - 4.10; Institutions Services, supplies - 158.99; Lunchtime Solutions, purchased services - 50265.38. TOTAL FOOD SERVICE FUND CLAIMS - $50,428.47.
Payroll: Elementary - 86775.65; Middle School - 69125.94; High School - 76278.88; Title I - 6434.42; Strive High - 3631.14; Guidance - 10108.08; Health - 4855.91; Library - 6697.32; Technology - 6377.48; General Administration - 9904.91; School Administration - 26600.90; Business Office -7485.01; Maintenance - 22709.67; Transportation - 12014.27; After School Programs - 7962.94; Cocurricular Activities - 14942.01; Special Education - 68829.94; Food Service - 490.11. TOTAL PAYROLL - $441,224.58.
B. January 2012 Financial Report. (See below.)
C. Contracts - Approve the 2012-2013 Balfour yearbook contract.
D. Personnel - None.
E. Authorizations and Ratifications.
1. Approve a supplemental budget reflecting donations from the Booster Club and Wells Fargo Community Support (Hofeman): 10-1920, General Fund Donation Revenue - $57.69; 10-2122-100-410, Elementary Guidance Supply Expense - $57.69; 21-1920, Capital Outlay Fund Donation Revenue - $791.58; 21-6901-300-479, Cocurricular Equipment Expense - $791.58. Wells Fargo Community Support donations to the wrestling club (Gee) and the music club (Wilke) were also acknowledged.
2. Recognize the DREA as the collective bargaining group for FY2013 certified staff negotiations.
3. Approve open enrollment requests #12-22 and #12-23.
4. Authorize the administration to advertise for a special education teacher to serve deaf/hard-of-hearing students.
Brian Davis appointed himself to represent the school board on the City of Dell Rapids Board of Equalization. Other board members were invited to represent the school district on township equalization boards.
12-086 Motion by Weiland, seconded by Randall, to extend the Northland Financial lease of the 2008 special education mini-bus through June 2012 for $649.00 per month. All voted aye.
A written report from A.D. Jeff Welbig was given to the board regarding student activities. Brian Davis commented that over the weekend of February 4th activities in gyms throughout the district brought thousands of people to the community.
Todd Wiebenga reported that schedule adjustments have been made to improve transportation efficiency. Temporary solutions have been implemented to alleviate heating deficiencies in the storage, gym locker rooms, and coaches' office at the new elementary school. A permanent solution will be put in for next school year.
Fran Ruesink reported on collaboration between building levels on the math curriculum. A TATU (Teens Against Tobacco Use) organization is being formed by Steve Hegge through a Carroll Institute grant. Michael Putnam obtained a grant for an indoor greenhouse. A gardening club will be started and greenhouse activities will be used in various curriculum areas. Ruesink also reported on spring activities and parent/teacher conference attendance.
Kim Kludt reported that students would be registering online through Infinite Campus for 2012-2013 classes, and that next year's schedule would be built based on the students' requests. High school classes listed on the school website are being updated, and plans are being made for a broadcast journalism class. Letters were given to parents of students in grades 7-12 with information about synthetic marijuana. Denice Boehmer has started a Spanish Club and is in the preliminary stages of planning trips to Costa Rica in 2013 and Spain in 2014 through Education First. Several grant applications are in the works. Kludt commented that she received a call complimenting Mr. Welbig for his professional handling of a conflict between two visiting teams at a recent sports event.
Superintendent Ludens reported that a dividend of $5,392.51 was received from EMC Insurance. Board members were given the opportunity to sign a petition nominating Lisa Engels for school board representative on the South Dakota Retirement System board. Mowing and grounds maintenance for the summer of 2012 was discussed. A legislative update was given.
The board was given a revised draft of policy KG-R-OES on lease of the old elementary school facilities. The cell phone policy is being reviewed by the school attorney and should be ready for discussion at the next board meeting.
Morris asked about the budget process and school board training. A budget committee comprised of Morris, Randall, Ludens, and Littel will work on the FY2013 budget during the next month. Superintendent Ludens will contact ASBSD for scheduling a strategic planning workshop.
12-087 Motion by Weiland, seconded by Morris, to go into executive session at 8:30 p.m. for the purpose of discussing negotiations (SDCL 1-25-2, 4). All voted aye.
Schuch joined the meeting at 8:37 p.m.
Davis declared the board out of executive session at 8:41 p.m. and adjourned the meeting.
_______________________
Brian Davis, President
(unofficial until approved by the Board of Education)
___________________________
Barbara Littel, Business Manager
Published once at the total approximate cost of $110.82.
1371176 Feb. 22, 2012

Elementary School Open House Ceremonies
The Dell Rapids School District Board of Education held an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new elementary school on Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. School board members present: Brian Davis, Tom Morris, Troy Randall, Cindy Schuch, and Matt Weiland. Administration present: Tom Ludens, superintendent; John Jewett, elementary principal/ technology director; Barbara Littel, business manager.
Superintendent Ludens welcomed the public, and President Davis recognized individuals and businesses that were involved in the building project. Tom Reecy, representing Legion Post 65, presented a flag for the building and stated that the Legion also provided flags for classrooms. Dr. Jewett and elementary staff commented on the building and its impact on students. Alan Blankenfeld, Tom Reecy, Jordan Eining, Jayda Kerns, and Mark Aaaspas cut the ribbon to dedicate the building. The building was open to the public until 4:00 p.m.
___________________________
Brian Davis, President
(unofficial until approved by the Board of Education)
______________________
Barbara Littel, Business Manager
Published once at the total approximate cost of $23.57.
1371144 Feb. 22, 2012

NOTICE OF ANNUAL TOWNSHIP MEETING
The citizens of the Township of Dell Rapids in the County of Minnehaha, South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at general elections, are hereby notified that the Annual Township Meeting for said Township will be held at Dell Rapids Pizza Ranch in said Township, on Tuesday, the 6th day of March next, between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. of the said day, for the following purposes:
To elect One Supervisor; One Township Clerk; One Township Treasurer; and to do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened.
Given under my hand this 6th day of February, 2012.
/s/ Jay Nebben
Township Clerk
Published twice at the total approximate cost of $25.27.
1370855 Feb. 15 & 22, 2012

DELL RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Monday, February 6, 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, Doug Grovenburg, Craig Lauritzen, John Paul, David Sommerfeld (via Skype), Carrie Testerman, President Todd Wiebenga and Mayor Scott Fiegen. Absent: Mark Downs (arrived at 8:50 p.m.).
Staff Present: City Administrator, Justin Weiland, Public Works Director, Larry Schildhauer, 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: Lauritzen moved and DeLange seconded to approve the minutes of the regular council meeting held on January 17, 2012. Motion carried unanimously.
Claims Approved: Lauritzen moved and Grovenburg seconded to approve the following claims as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
A-Ox Welding Supply, cylinder rental 21.08; Argus Leader, publishing 199.17; Bierschbach Equip, Jan bill printing 737.13; Brown & Saenger, office supply 896.90; Buskerud Construction, Rec Trail #10 24,826.65; Cardmember Services, ICMA-dues 584.00; Christenson, Crystal, transit refund 22.50; City of Dell Rapids, utilities 120.15; DakotaCare, health insurance 6540.13; Dakota Supply, 49 meters 14,049.64; DR Ace Hardware, supplies 170.77; DR Coop Grain, seed 528.75; Dells Plumbing, repair 351.79; Delta Dental, insurance 684.80; Denny's Electric, repair 739.47; DeWild, Grant & Reckert, engineering-(15th St-1402.88), (15th St Phase II-13,294.75), (Sioux River Crossing 62.50), (Wylands-547.00) and (SE Area Development-4914.00) 20,221.13; Hawkins, water chemicals 1551.38; Hoffman Sanitation, utility 60.00; ICAP, Dec transit 5560.38; Linweld, tank rental/ helmet 204.95; Logic, repair 247.00; MidAmerican Energy, natural gas 1150.19; MidAmerican Research Council, degreaser 6120.00; MidWest Alarm, loops 105.35; Minnehaha Community Water, water 8707.34; Minnehaha County Economic Development, dues 9600.00; NAPA, parts 52.93; Sam's Club/Discover, Amazon.com-laptop battery 29.95; Schuneman Equipment, brush kit 475.09; SD Municipal League, legislative dinner 175.00; SD Public Health Lab, wastewater testing 93.00; SD Retirement, retirement 4723.00; Tender Lawn Care, snow removal 70.00; Titan Machinery, cutting blades 747.12; Tyler Technologies, A/R maintenance 505.05; Virg's Service, service 111.56; Xcel Energy, street lights/electricity 4214.81.
Payroll by Department for January: General Government 12,098.94; Public Safety 2,237.20; Public Works 23,177.21; Culture & Recreation 5,067.99.
2010 Audit Report: Justin Schneider of KMWF & Associates presented the audit report for 2010. There was one significant deficiency noted for the lack of segregation of duties. This is a standard finding for an office of this size. There aren't sufficient personnel to separate the duties and the council should be aware to provide as much oversight as possible. Three significant deficiencies noted were: annual inventories not being turned into the Finance Officer, loan agreement reserves are not maintained in a separate account and expenses exceeded budgeted amounts. The council asked questions of Mr. Schneider and thanked him for his work.
Resolution #2012-04 State Water Plan Drinking Water and Clean Water Improvements: Weiland informed the council that the proposed resolution will allow the city to apply for funding for assistance from the state for the completion of 15th Street from Clark to Garfield with additional appendages, and river crossing of utility services on Garfield Avenue. Passage of the resolution allows the city to be on the state water plan but doesn't obligate or in any way ensure the project to be completed as presented. Paul moved and Wiebenga seconded to approve the Resolution #2012-04. Motion carried with all seven members present in favor.
CITY OF DELL RAPIDS
RESOLUTION #2012-04
SUBMITTAL OF APPLICATIONS FOR INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCING
WHEREAS, the City of Dell Rapids has determined a need for the Drinking Water and Clean Water Improvements 2012;
WHEREAS, financial assistance will be necessary to enable the City to construct these improvements; and
WHEREAS, the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources provides grants and low-interest loans to eligible applicants for financing water, wastewater, and storm water infrastructure projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
1. The City of Dell Rapids hereby authorizes the filing of a State Water Plan and grant and/or loan applications with the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, including all understandings and assurances contained therein, to fund its project.
2. Be it further resolved that the City of Dell Rapids hereby authorizes its Mayor to act as Project Certifying Officer in connection with the applications, grant and/or loan agreements, and other required forms, and to provide such additional information as may be required by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Adopted this 6th day of February, 2012.
/s/ Scott Fiegen, Mayor
ATTEST:
/s/ LeAnn Kerzman,
Finance Officer
Plat of Tract 1 12th Street and Tract 2 14th Street of Dell Rapids Elementary School Addition: A plat was presented by the Dell Rapids School District 49-3 which platted and dedicated the hammerhead turnarounds at the east end of 12th and 14th Streets. Sommerfeld moved and Paul seconded to approve the plat. Wiebenga abstained from the vote. Motion carried six of the six voting, in favor of passage.
Sioux River Red Rock Trail - Pay Request #10 for Buskerud Construction: Trent Bruce of DeWild, Grant, Reckert & Associates was present to inform the council of progress to date on the construction of the Sioux River Red Rock Trail Project. The proposed pay request would decrease the retainage on the project from 10% to 5%, leaving $24,826.64 in retainage. ADA panels are an item that remains under review to see how a retrofit withstands the winter and spring elements. Lauritzen moved to approve Pay Request #10 to Buskerud Construction in the amount of $24,826.65. Testerman seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Trash Haulers License Renewal Applications: One application has been received from Garbage N More. Testerman moved and Grovenburg seconded to approve the application provided they have completed all of the requirements for the license. Motion carried unanimously.
FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Dollars: Weiland briefed the council on a grant through the state using FEMA dollars for a property acquisition program. FEMA has a 75/25 split on the value of the home. There is extensive paperwork documentation required to prove the costs associated with previous flood events. Weiland would like to pursue the options with homeowners to gauge their interest in participating. The council consented for Weiland to proceed in determining homeowner interest in the program.
Summer Seasonal Positions: Weiland requested the council approve the list of summer seasonal positions and proceed with the application process. Motion by Testerman to proceed was followed by a second from Wiebenga. Motion carried unanimously.
City Administrators Report: Justin Weiland reported on the following:
• Planning & Zoning are working on a subdivision ordinance revision in order to make the process more simple. They are also looking to adopt zoning map revisions.
• Southeast sanitary sewer study is progressing. Borings are done and the information is with DGR for analysis.
• Snow Alert was issued for the first snowfall. The council, administration and public works discussed how the process worked or didn't work and how adjustments can be made for the future.
Alderman Downs arrived.
• Reminder of the Equalization meeting which will be called to order on Monday, March 19 and recess until completed on Tuesday, March 20th and possibly Wednesday, March 21st.
Wyland's Addition Street Resurfacing - Engineering Contract: An engineering contract from DGR for the subgrade preparation and four (4) inches of asphalt overlay, valley gutters and sidewalk radius corrections for the Wyland's Addition had been tabled. Project estimated at $520,000 but could be altered to meet the budgeted amount of $400,000. A cost estimate was also requested for 7th Street improvement between Sunset and Iowa. Items included installation of new sidewalk, curb and gutter and replacement of culverts, sewer and street paving, with the project cost estimated at $350,000. City Engineer, Trent Bruce, and City Administrator, Justin Weiland, expressed concern regarding adequate time to prepare property owners for special assessments on 7th Street project. Wyland's Addition would not require special assessments. Discussion ensued regarding priority of each project. Downs moved and Testerman seconded to start engineering for 7th Street and proceed with Wyland's Addition if 7th Street special assessments are not approved. Wiebenga requested a roll call vote. DeLange-Nay, Downs-Aye, Grovenburg-Aye, Lauritzen-Nay, Paul-Nay, Sommerfeld-Nay, Testerman-Aye, Wiebenga-Nay. Motion failed with three (3) aye and five (5) nay.
Wiebenga moved to proceed with Wyland's Addition project and engineer should continue on 7th Street and consider extension to 4th Street along Sunset with a water main replacement. Paul seconded. Roll call vote requested again. DeLange-Aye, Downs-Nay, Grovenburg-Aye, Lauritzen-Aye, Paul-Aye, Sommerfeld-Aye, Testerman-Aye, Wiebenga-Aye. Motion carried with seven (7) ayes and one (1) nay.
Visitors to be heard: None.
Claims Approved for Payment by Other Municipal Boards - Library Board Claims: Center Point, 120 books 2530.80; Creative Forms, bookmarks 209.56; Ecowater Systems, rent 15.45; Ingram, 13 books 277.17; MicroMarketing, 14 books, 5 DVD's, 1 disc 387.99; MidAmerican Energy, natural gas 305.52; OverDrive, digital subscription 1500.00; Popular Subscription Service, 62 magazine subscriptions 1400.00; Pumpkin Books, 23 books/10 puppet gloves 416.01; Sam's Club, 19 books/supplies 322.33; SD Library Association, dues 155.00; Short, Elliott, Hendrickson, environmental review 705.75 and plan design 7681.17.
Downs moved and Lauritzen seconded to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
LeAnn Kerzman
Finance Officer
Published once at the total approximate cost of $109.40.
1371145 Feb. 22, 2012

Enterprise Township
Bid Notice
Enterprise Township is accepting bids on grading, snow removal and graveling, which must meet state specifications for 2012. Gravel bids must be priced by the yard. Bids must be received by Annual Meeting time on March 6th. Send bids to: Leonard Schmidt, 24039 473rd Ave., Dell Rapids, SD 57022.
Published twice at the total approximate cost of $18.81.
1371329 Feb. 22 & 29, 2012

ENTERPRISE TOWNSHIP
ANNUAL TOWNSHIP MEETING NOTICE
The Citizens of the Township of Enterprise in the County of Moody, South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at Township elections, are hereby notified that the Annual Township Meeting for said Township will be held at Trent, South Dakota Fire Hall in said Township, on TUESDAY, the 6th day of March next, 7:30 o'clock p.m., for the following purposes:
To elect One Supervisor for the term of three years; one Township Clerk, on Treasurer, each for the term of one year; and to do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened.
Given under my hand this 14th day of February, 2012.
/s/ Leonard Schmidt
Township Clerk
Published twice at the total approximate cost of $25.85.
1371328 Feb. 22 & 29, 2012

NOTICE OF LYONS TOWNSHIP ANNUAL MEETING
The citizens of the Township of Lyons in the County of Minnehaha,
South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at general elections, are hereby notified that the Annual Township Meeting for said Township will be held at the Lyons Township Fire Hall in said Township, on Tuesday, the 6th day of March, 2012, at 5pm for the purpose of electing one Supervisor, one Clerk, one Treasurer, and do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened.
Given under my hand this 13th day of February, 2012.
Leslie C. Johnson
Lyons Township Clerk
Published twice at the total approximate cost of $24.08.
1371573 Feb. 22 & 29, 2012

NOTICE OF SALE OF
COUNTY SURPLUS PROPERTY
Notice is hereby given that Minnehaha County will hold a public auction of surplus property at www.ironplanet.com. Bidding will begin on Thursday, March 8, 2012, and end on Thursday, March 22, 2012.
The following items will be auctioned: (1) one 1971 Galion roller; (1) one 1984 Lorain Crane; (1) one 1975 SMI Snowblower; (1) one Rosco Asphalite; (1) one 1993 Michigan Loader; (1) one 1967 Cat Loader; (1) one 1993 Walden Sweeper; (1) one 1990 Sweeprite Sweeper; (1) one 1980 Pettibone forklift
Items will be available for review at www.ironplanet.com. All items are subject to sales tax. All items are sold as is, where is, and must be removed from the auction site and payment made per Iron Planet’s direction.
Additional information may be obtained by contacting Iron Planet at 701-224-1363 or the Minnehaha County Highway Department at 605-367-4316, or by visiting the Iron Planet webpage at www.ironplanet.com.
Dated this 16th day of February, 2012
Bob Litz, County Auditor
Minnehaha County, South Dakota
Published once at the total approximate cost of $12.44.
1371581 Feb. 22, 2012

NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be received at the Office of the Minnehaha County Auditor, 415 N Dakota Ave, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 57104, until 9:30 A.M. on the 5th day of March, 2012, at which time all bids will be publicly opened, read, and considered by the Minnehaha County Board of Commissioners. Bids will be for the following item:
One (1) new 10' base
Self-propelled Rubber Track
Asphalt Paver, with trade-in
By virtue of statutory authority, a resident bidder is allowed a preference as against the bid of any bidder from any other state enforcing or having preference for resident bidders, equal to such preference.
All bids shall be made on forms prepared by the Minnehaha County Highway Department. Any bids otherwise submitted will be deemed informal, irregular, and not subject to or worthy of consideration in the award of the contract.
Specifications may be examined at the Office of the Minnehaha County Highway Superintendent. Proposals are available from the Minnehaha County Highway Department Office, PO Box 1364, 2124 East 60th Street North, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 57101, (605) 367-4316.
The proposal guaranty required, which must accompany each proposal, is a certified check, cashier's check, or a bank draft, issued upon a National or State bank domiciled within the State of South Dakota, in an amount equal to 5% of the amount bid, payable to the Minnehaha County Treasurer, or a bid bond, issued by a surety company authorized to conduct business within the State of South Dakota, in the amount of 10% of the bid.
A contract may be awarded to the Company or Firm offering the most advantageous proposition to Minnehaha County. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any/or all bids and to waive any defect or informality if it is deemed to be in the best interests of Minnehaha County.
Robert Litz, County Auditor
Published once at the total approximate cost of $20.22.
1371579 Feb. 22, 2012

THE MINNEHAHA COUNTY COMMISSION CONVENED AT 9:00 A.M., February 14, 2012 pursuant to adjournment on February 7, 2012. Commissioners present were: Barth, Pekas, Kelly, Heiberger, and Beninga. Also present were Cindy Jepsen, Commission Recorder, and Gordy Swanson, Chief Civil Deputy State's Attorney.
Chairman Kelly called the meeting to order.
MOTION by Heiberger, seconded by Barth to approve the agenda. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Beninga, seconded by Pekas to approve the February 7, 2012 minutes. 5 ayes.
VOUCHERS TO BE PAID
MOTION by Barth, seconded by Heiberger to approve the following bills totaling $429,143.02. 5 ayes.
A & B Business Equip, Em Mgmt, 1,017.12; A To Z World Languag, Public Def, 75.00; A-Ox Welding Supp Co, Var. Depts, 661.58; Allied Oil & Tire Co, Hwy Constr, 28.50; American Ink Llc, Hwy Constr, 24.00; Anderson Publication, Commission, 1,023.43; Arena Motel, Var. Depts, 2,833.28; Argus Leader, Var. Depts, 2,125.46; Automatic Building C, Safe Home, 220.00; Automatic Security C, Pettigrew, 935.00; Avera Health Plans, Expenses, 1,578.26; Avera McKennan Hosp, Mental Ill, 147.22; Avera McKennan Hospi, Mental Ill, 11,599.02; Avera Vascular & Tra, Mental Ill, 177.72; Axtell Apts Ltd Ptnr, Human Svcs, 500.00; B&F Fastener Supply, Hwy Constr, 101.75; Babinski Properties, Human Svcs, 845.00; Baha Investments Llc, ARRA-HPRP, 1,050.00; Baha Townhouses Llc, Human Svcs, 574.00; Bierschbach Equipmen, Hwy Constr, 52.92; Bosch, Ron, Human Svcs, 380.00; Bourne, Anna, Mental Ill, 202.50; Brooks, Michael, Dir Of Eq, 553.82; Brule County Sheriff, St Atty, 10.00; Bureau Of Informatio, Var. Depts, 741.68; Burger King Of SD -, Human Svcs, 450.00; Campbell Supply Co I, JDC, 6.00; Carlson, Lisa, Courts, 24.00; Catco, Hwy Constr, 190.30; Cbcinnovis Inc, Var. Depts, 49.50; CBM Managed Services, Var. Depts, 11,577.18; Center For Family Me, JDC, 150.00; Century Business Pro, Var. Depts, 250.46; Cheney Lake, Llc Dba, Human Svcs, 375.00; Choices Recovery Svc, Courts, 100.00; CM Information Spec/, Public Def, 164.45; Construction Product, Hwy Constr, 176.00; Control Technology, Safe Home, 6,654.20; Cook County IL Sheri, St Atty, 60.00; Correct Care Solutio, Sheriff, 56,500.67; Culligan Water Condi, Human Svcs, 37.00; Dakota Alignment & F, Hwy Constr, 106.00; Dakota Data Shred, Var. Depts, 221.32; Dakota Fluid Power, Hwy Constr, 843.55; Dakota Riggers & Too, Hwy Constr, 396.30; Deboer Law Office Pc, Courts, 451.00; Dept Of Veterans Aff, Public Def, 30.00; Dialnet/Ahrens Telec, JDC, 60.00; Dietrich, Donna K, Mental Ill, 600.80; Douglas County (NE)S, St Atty, 50.00; Dust Tex Service Inc, Mus Maint, 10.53; Ebert's Properties, Human Svcs, 400.00; Ekeren, Marvin R., Mental Ill, 60.00; Electric Constructio, Var. Depts, 779.83; Erpenbach, John E, Var. Depts, 1,200.00; Exide Technologies, Hwy Constr, 142.52; Family Service Inc, Expenses, 715.00; Farnsworth, Michael, Public Def, 1,575.00; Finnegan, Daniel, Hwy Constr, 129.98; First Dakota Nationa, Em Mgmt, 2,573.75; Fluth, Rodney P, Human Svcs, 200.00; G & R Controls Inc, Hwy Admin, 172.25; Ge, Xijin, Human Svcs, 400.00; Genzlinger, Janeen, Courts, 19.00; George Boom Funeral, Human Svcs, 2,575.00; Gibson, Allen R, Human Svcs, 300.00; Golden West, Sheriff, 120.06; Grainger, Inc., Jail, 54.51; Guzman, Sandra V., Var. Depts, 291.67; Hawkins, George J, Courts, 1,476.00; Hoekstra, Denise A., Courts, 729.60; Howalt-McDowell Insu, Var. Depts, 152,974.00; Hurtgen, Timothy T/P, Human Svcs, 400.00; Hy-Vee Accounts Rece, Courts, 137.94; Ibe, Inc., Reg Deeds, 264.00; Interstate Office Pr, Var. Depts, 464.38; Intoximeters, Inc., 24/7 Prog, 766.50; Jcl Solutions-Janito, Var. Depts, 4,735.96; Jim & Ron's Service, Sheriff, 55.00; Kahler, Monte, Human Svcs, 400.00; Kennedy, Renee S, Courts, 433.80; Kmart Pharmacy #7306, Human Svcs, 58.49; Lcm Pathologists Pc, Coroner, 28.00; Marco, Reg Deeds, 53.33; Master Blaster Inc, Hwy Constr, 70.00; Matheson Tri-Gas Inc, Hwy Constr, 18.13; MCFVC-Minn Cnty Fami, Sheriff, 10.00; Menards - West, Hwy Constr, 39.96; Meridian Grain Llc, Hwy Constr, 4,476.91; Metro Communications, Metro Comm, 27,083.00; Microfilm Imaging Sy, Reg Deeds, 75.00; MidAmerican Energy C, Facilities, 2,964.31; Midcontinent Communi, Mus Ops, 55.00; Miedema, Phil, Human Svcs, 600.00; Miller Funeral Home, Human Svcs, 6,940.80; Myers & Billion Llp, Mental Ill, 306.00; NE Dept Of Motor Veh, St Atty, 3.00; Nguyen, Lam, Var. Depts, 75.00; Norberg Paints Inc, Mus Maint, 76.22; Novak Sanitary Servi, Var. Depts, 2,102.95; Oriental Trading Com, Mus Entpr, 26.89; Osborn, Roxane R, Courts, 404.00; P & G Townhomes Llc, Human Svcs, 500.00; Parkview, Llc, Human Svcs, 400.00; Peska Properties Inc, Human Svcs, 450.00; Pharmchem Inc, 24/7 Prog, 168.00; Pheasantland Industr, Jail, 1,458.92; Price, Richard, Human Svcs, 137.50; Qualified Presort Se, Var. Depts, 3,451.41; Record Keepers, Inc., Var. Depts, 3,167.37; Redwood Biotech, 24/7 Prog, 930.00; Restored To New Life, Courts, 75.00; Risty, Julie, Reg Deeds, 165.76; Rods Properties Llc, Human Svcs, 500.00; Rural Metro Ambulanc, Coroner, 450.00; Safe Home Ltd Ptnrsh, Safe Home, 12,872.91; Sanford Hospital, St Atty, 541.00; Sanford Hospital - R, Human Svcs, 450.00; Sanford Laboratories, Coroner, 4,765.05; Satisfaction Plus In, EFSP Fund, 278.00; SD Dept Of Public Sa, Human Svcs, 20.00; SD Dept Of Revenue, Mus Store, 45.98; SD Law Review, St Atty, 33.02; SD Planners Associat, Planning, 130.00; SD Soc Of Prof Land, Reg Deeds, 40.00; SD State Historical, Mus Store, 276.52; SD State Treasurer, Var. Depts, 328.53; SDEMTA Dist II, Em Mgmt, 60.00; SDSM&T-Concrete Conf, Hwy Admin, 125.00; Sioux Equipment Co I, Hwy Constr, 23.95; Sioux Falls Chamber, Auditor, 40.00; Sioux Falls City Fin, Var. Depts, 808.85; Sioux Falls Housing, Human Svcs, 400.00; Sioux Falls Two Way, Var. Depts, 43,922.99; Sioux Falls Utilitie, Human Svcs, 458.55; Solomon, Ghirmay, Courts, 54.17; Songstad, Melinda, Courts, 125.40; Stan Houston Equipme, Em Mgmt, 2,792.00; Stone, Earl A, Human Svcs, 400.00; Storhaug, Adrean, Human Svcs, 400.00; Sunshine Foods, Human Svcs, 108.61; Swanda, Karen, Mental Ill, 60.00; Szameit, Alexandra, Courts, 75.00; Tenth Street, Inc., Hwy Constr, 99.45; Thomas, Michelle, Public Def, 541.70; Thorin, Deyanira T, Courts, 52.50; Tires,Tires,Tires In, Sheriff, 1,898.62; Tri-State Emergency, Em Mgmt, 20.00; Turnkey Corrections, Jail, 498.51; US Bank-Corporate Tr, Bldg Fund, 8,259.00; US Dept Of Justice, Public Adv, 14.60; USD-DHSF (Dental Hyg, Human Svcs, 248.00; Vandenbrink, Jean, Human Svcs, 600.00; Vanroekel, Jennifer, Sheriff, 288.00; Vavra, Jeff Dba Vavr, Human Svcs, 400.00; Volunteers Of Americ, JDC, 2,080.00; Wal-Mart Pharmacy #3, Human Svcs, 313.81; Walgreen Co., Human Svcs, 464.29; Wall Lake Sanitary D, Hwy Admin, 70.00; Waste Management Of, Jail, 601.39; Weber, Jamie Dba, Courts, 746.20; Weerheim, Tom, Courts, 434.60; Westbrooke Apts/Inve, Human Svcs, 400.00; Westergard, Rod, Hwy Admin, 157.21; Wheelchair Express I, Human Svcs, 180.00; Winner Police Depart, Jail, 67.08; Woodlawn Cemetery As, Human Svcs, 400.00; Xcel Energy, Inc., Var. Depts, 1,747.66; Zee Medical Service, Hwy Admin, 66.65
REPORTS
The Siouxland Heritage Museums 2011 Annual Report and the Minnehaha County Regional Juvenile Detention Center Report for January, 2012 were received and placed on file in the Auditor's Office.
PERSONNEL
Carey Deaver, Human Resources Director, announced the promotion of Kyle Helseth to Director of Equalization. Kyle Helseth stated it was a distinct privilege to serve the Commission and the citizens of South Dakota.
MOTION by Barth, seconded by Pekas, to approve the following personnel changes. 5 ayes.
1. To promote Kyle Helseth from Deputy Director of Equalization (21/11) to Director of Equalization (24/6) for the Equalization Department at $2,875.04/bi-weekly effective 2/15/12.
2. To move Lisa Berens from Juvenile Caseworker (17/15) to Juvenile Placement Coordinator (17/15) for the Juvenile Detention Center at $2,191.12/bi-weekly effective 2/15/12.
3. To promote Michael Mayer from Highway Maintenance Worker (12/13) to Senior Highway Maintenance Worker (14/11) for the Highway Department at $21.397/hour effective 2/15/12.
4. To promote Ryan Baker from Correctional Officer (13/7) to Deputy Sheriff (16/3) for the Jail at $20.405/hour effective 2/18/12.
5. To promote Timothy Gustafson from Correctional Officer (13/1) to Deputy Sheriff (16/1) for the Jail at $19.422/hour effective 2/18/12.
Step Increases Due:
1. Janet Harmelink - Senior Custodian - Facilities - 7/10 to 7/11 - 2/16/12 - $15.143/hour
2. Maggie Garry - HR Generalist - Human Resources - 16/3 to 16/4 - 2/9/12 - $19.869/hour
3. Paavo Rasmussen - Education Assistant - Museum - 12/4 to 12/5 - 2/14/12 - $16.715/ hour
4. Brittani Crawford - Juvenile Correctional Worker - Juvenile Detention Center - 9/2 to 9/3 - 2/10/12 - $13.719/hour
5. Donette Kelley - Correctional Officer - Jail - 13/14 to 13/15 - 12/21/11 - $23.663/hour
APPLICATION FOR ABATEMENT
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Heiberger, to approve a 2010 & 2011 Property Tax Abatement for Country View MHC, ID #83250, $491.82, reimbursement for a double assessment. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Beninga, to approve a 2011 Property Tax Abatement for R & D Properties LLC, ID #34273, $6,407.49, for time a structure destroyed by fire was gone. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Barth, seconded by Heiberger, to approve a 2011 Property Tax Abatement for Minnehaha County, ID #'s 79505, 67040, 53734, 62594, 58318, 39640, $2,207.60 representing tax deed properties. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Barth, to approve a 2011 Property Tax Abatement for United States of America, ID #76252, $2,110.04 for property obtained through forfeiture proceeding on Oct. 12, 2011. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Barth, to approve a 2011 Property Tax Abatement for Sioux Falls School District, ID #30938, $821.31 representing tax exempt property obtained in 2011. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Beninga, to approve a 2010 & 2011 Property Tax Abatement for Donna Soldatke, ID #37107, $2,860.06, representing tax exemption under SDCL 10-4-40. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Beninga, seconded by Heiberger, to approve a 2010 & 2011 Property Tax Abatement for Bette Kinsella, ID #12099, $2,860.06, representing tax exemption under SDCL 10-4-40. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Beninga, seconded by Heiberger, to approve 2011 Property Tax Abatements for the City of Sioux Falls, ID #'s 76690, 83922, 83912, 48870, 80384, 72041, 55714, 11761, & 53588, $2,207.90, representing tax deed properties. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Heiberger, seconded by Barth, to approve a 2011 Property Tax Abatement for Patricia Keleher, ID #84863, $431.84 representing owner occupied status. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Heiberger, seconded by Pekas, to approve a 2011 Property Tax Abatement for Adelaide Donaldson, ID #32551, $821.39, representing Elderly Assessment Freeze. 5 ayes.
MOTION by Beninga, seconded by Barth, to approve the following 2011 Property Tax Abatements representing Elderly Assessment Freeze: Shirley Moore, ID #51634, $846.00; George Lamp, ID #52640, $953.98; Gwen Winters, ID #48185, $138.06; Edith Powell McKinnon, ID #44358, $480.42; Guenter Newman, ID #40619, $936.22; Richard Petersen, ID #44950, $564.07; Vivian Bosch, ID #35338, $336.34; Ruth Hanisch, ID #37603, $432.00; Dorothy Valland, ID #42103, $734.79; Gerald Meyer, ID #36576, $48.86; Jack Harris, ID #34572, $944.19; Dorothy Christensen, ID #32801, $322.08; Valerie Sanders, ID #27009, $806.97; Han Schjodt, ID #28894, $168.28; James Madsen, ID #45896, $659.50; Clara Fink, ID #25137, $81.82; Elaine Hicks, ID #37708, $367.95; Eleanor Lorenzen, ID #55607, $151.13; Kimberly Pettibone, ID #12128, $372.81; Jacqueline Fure, ID #51956, $296.52; George Lair, ID #53134, $254.01; Betty Mott, ID #42865, $601.64; Keith Bahr, ID #59199, $690.30. 5 ayes.
NOTICES
MOTION by Barth, seconded by Heiberger, to authorize the Auditor to publish Notice to Bidders for the purchase of one 10' Self-propelled Rubber Track Asphalt Paver. 5 ayes.
Notice was received from East Dakota Water Development District of a meeting at 9:00 a.m., Thursday, February 16, 2012, EDWDD Office, 132B Airport Avenue, Brookings.
Notice was received of Public Meetings for Proposed Rail Yard Relocation at 6 p.m., Monday, February 27, 2012, Orpheum Theater Center, 315 North Phillips Ave., Sioux Falls, SD and at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 28, 2012, Brandon Municipal Golf Course, 2100 East Aspen Blvd., Brandon, SD.
LIEN
Commissioner Pekas gave a briefing on a request for compromise of lien for DPNO 20102 in the amount of $9,172.26. The lien was discovered by a title company in preparation for the sale of a parcel of land owned by the petitioner and her siblings. The lien is for charges incurred in 1999 by the petitioner's ex-husband. The petitioner and her ex-husband were divorced prior to when the charges were incurred, so the petitioner is requesting her name and the parcel of land associated with the real estate sale be removed from the lien with no payment. MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Beninga, to approve Resolution MC12-05.
RESOLUTION MC12-05
WHEREAS, a County Aid Lien in the amount of $9,172.26 purports to exist in favor of Minnehaha County and against DPNO 20102 as Lienee, and
WHEREAS, said lienee has filed an application with the County Auditor stating such facts as provided for by Law,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that after due consideration of the circumstances the Board of County Commissioners finds it advisable and proper to authorize the Chairman of the County Board and the County Auditor to execute the following:
Release the lien in full against the petitioner and the real property legally described as S1/2 NW1/4, 31-104-49 & W1/2 SW1/4, EX H1, 31-104-49 & E1/2 SW1/4, EX DITCH & H1, 31-104-49, leaving lien balance in full against the petitioner's ex-husband with no payment.
Dated at Sioux Falls, South Dakota, this 14th day of February, 2012.
APPROVED BY THE
COMMISSION:
Dick Kelly
Chairman
ATTEST:
Cynthia Jepsen
Deputy County Auditor
REPORT
A presentation and progress report on the Minnehaha County/Sioux Falls Mobile Crisis Team Pilot Project was presented by the following speakers; Ann Mack, Project Coordinator for the Mobile Crisis Team , Scott Peters, Co-Chair of the Minnehaha & Lincoln County Board of Mental Illness, Sioux Falls Police Sergeant David Osterquist, Chris Hanzlik, Psychiatric Nurse for the Mobile Crisis Team, Phyllis Arends, Executive Director of NAMI South Dakota, and Janet Kittams-Lalley, Executive Director of the Help Line Center. All speakers reported positive results of the Mobile Crisis Team Pilot Project. Mr. Peters recommended the program be extended, and that $41,995 unspent from the 2011 Crisis Intervention budget, be carried over to supplement the 2012 Crisis Intervention budget. Ken McFarland, Commission Administrative Officer, explained that carryover supplements will be brought before the Commission for consideration in March. MOTION by Pekas, seconded by Barth to extend the Mobile Crisis Team beyond the pilot project phase through 2012. 5 ayes.
TEMPORARY ROAD
Bill Hoskins, Museum Director, gave a briefing on a request from Sanford for permission to construct a temporary gravel road across the Museum property at the SE corner of 54th Street North and Westport Avenue. The City of Sioux Falls will be constructing Benson Road east of Westport and N. Bobhalla Drive this summer. Sanford is constructing their Power and Pentagon facilities this summer as well. The temporary road will allow Sanford access to their construction sites at the same time the city is building their two roads. Mr. Hoskins stated the road would not inhibit the use of county property. MOTION by Barth, seconded by Pekas to approve construction of a temporary road access across Minnehaha County property at the Southeast Corner of Westport Avenue and North 54th St. 5 ayes.
PROPOSAL
DJ Buthe, Highway Superintendent, gave a briefing on a proposal from Calhoun Communications to install a wireless network terminal at the Minnehaha County Highway Department. The cost of the contract is $20,115 plus shipping and handling costs. In addition, the county would be responsible for a $1,050 FCC licensing fee. Monte Watembach, Information Technology Director, stated this would remove the Highway Department from the connection currently shared with Emergency Management and the Juvenile Detention Center, and would improve performance and connection capabilities for all three departments. MOTION by Beninga, seconded by Heiberger, to authorize the chairman to sign the agreement with Calhoun Communications for a wireless network terminal at the Minnehaha County Highway Department for $20,115.00. 5 ayes.
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
Robert Wilson, Assistant Commission Administrative Officer and Ken McFarland, Commission Administrative Officer, gave updates on various pending legislation that have a potential impact on county government. Mr. McFarland reported that Minnehaha County has been asked by the state association to express opposition to Senate Bill 95. The bill would shift Wind Energy Tax revenue from counties to townships. MOTION by Barth, seconded by Heiberger to authorize staff to send a letter to the state Senatorial delegation asking they not approve Senate Bill 95.
MOTION by Barth, seconded by Beninga to adjourn until 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 21, 2012. 5 ayes.
APPROVED BY THE
COMMISSION:
Dick Kelly
Chairman
ATTEST:
Cynthia Jepsen
Deputy Auditor
Published once at the total approximate cost of $165.14.
1371577 Feb. 22, 2012

NOTICE OF ANNUAL TOWNSHIP MEETING
The citizens of the Township of Taopi in the County of Minnehaha, South Dakota, and who are qualified to vote at general elections, are hereby notified that the Annual Township Meeting for said Township will be held at Taopi Hall, Colton, SD in said Township, on Tuesday, the 6th day of March next, between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. of the said day, for the following purposes:
To elect One Supervisor; One Township Clerk; One Township Treasurer; and do any other business proper to be done at said meeting when convened.
Given under my hand this 11th day of February, 2012.
/s/ Glen Grinde
Township Clerk
Published twice at the total approximate cost of $25.27.
1371327 Feb. 22 & 29, 2012