City Council Meeting
Regular MeetingSioux Falls, SD · September 11, 2018
Minutes
City of Sioux Falls Council Meeting
Minutes
Carnegie Town Hall, 235 West 10th Street
MEETING OF Tuesday, September 11, 2018, at 7 PM
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT/ABSENT
PRESENT ABSENT
Council Member Marshall Selberg Council Member Greg Neitzert
Council Member Curt Soehl
Council Member Pat Starr
Council Member Theresa Stehly
Council Member Janet Brekke
Council Member Christine M. Erickson
Council Member Rick Kiley (arr. at 7:17 p.m.)
Mayor Paul TenHaken
INVOCATION
Mayor Paul TenHaken asked for a 30 second moment of silence in recognition of
9/11.
Dr. Ron Tottingham, Empire Baptist Temple
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A motion was made by Council Member Christine M. Erickson and seconded by Council
Member Marshall Selberg to approve the Consent Agenda.
Vote to approve: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa
Stehly, Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, 6. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
A request was made by Council Member Theresa Stehly to move the following from
Item 1 to the Regular Agenda for discussion: 1; Public Parking, Highways/Streets; New
Parking Facility and Downtown Area Street and Utility Improvements – First Avenue
Storm Drain Relocation; Sayre Associates, Inc.; $56,618.
MINUTES
Informational Meeting of Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at 4 p.m.
Regular City Council Meeting of Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at 7 p.m.
Joint City Council/Minnehaha County Commission Meeting of Wednesday, September
5, 2018, at 3 p.m.
COMMUNICATIONS
1. Approval of contracts/agreements on the September 7, 2018, memo.
2. A communication was received from Jeff Meuzelaar requesting permission to
consume, but not sell, malt beverages and liquor at The History Club of Sioux
Falls, 758 S. Phillips Ave., on Sunday, September 23, 2018, for a baby shower
celebration.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA
A motion was made by Council Member Christine M. Erickson and seconded by Council
Member Curt Soehl to approve the Regular Agenda.
A motion was made by Council Member Christine M. Erickson and seconded by Council
Member Marshall Selberg to amend by moving Agenda Item 10 to immediately follow
Agenda Item 4.
Vote to amend: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa Stehly,
Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, 6. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
Vote to approve, as amended: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr,
Theresa Stehly, Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, 6. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
PUBLIC INPUT
Bruce Danielson spoke about Paramedics Plus.
James Read spoke about mistreatment of his fiancée, finding a place to live and helping
family.
Heather Pastor spoke about discrimination against her and mistreatment of her mother.
David Zokaites spoke about river safety.
Catherine Riffle spoke about holding people accountable for the mistreatment of the
homeless.
Steven Siano expressed his disappointment with the City for not correcting the issues
that he has presented to them; the VA and his past; wanting correspondence to the
Council to be public; and for public input to be transcribed in the minutes.
Kathy Smith asked the Council to consider making a change to the residential parking
ordinance to allow semi cabs to be parked temporarily in a driveway.
Bob Kolbe spoke about saving money by pairing the administration of the City's
ambulance service with the fire department; requested information from some projects;
and Rapid City's destruction by design ordinance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
3. Deferred from the City Council Meeting of Tuesday, August 7, 2018:
Parks/Recreation; 14009; SF Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Professional
Services Agreement; Pros Consulting, Inc.; $202,390.
A motion was made by Council Member Christine M. Erickson and seconded by Council
Member Rick Kiley to withdraw Item 3.
Vote to withdraw: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa
Stehly, Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 7. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
Item 1, sub-item 1, was heard at this time.
A motion was made by Council Member Rick Kiley and seconded by Council Member
Christine M. Erickson to approve the following item from Agenda Item 1: 1; Public
Parking, Highways/Streets; New Parking Facility and Downtown Area Street and Utility
Improvements – First Avenue Storm Drain Relocation; Sayre Associates, Inc.; $56,618.
Vote to approve: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Janet Brekke, Christine
M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 5. Noes, Pat Starr, Theresa Stehly, 2.
Motion Passed.
INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES
Set a date of hearing and 2nd Reading for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m. for
Item 4:
4. 1st Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD,
PROVIDING APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZING AN INCREASE IN
PROPERTY TAX REVENUE PURSUANT TO SDCL 10-13-15 AND THE
MEANS OF FINANCING FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31,
2019.
A motion was made by Council Member Rick Kiley and seconded by Council Member
Christine M. Erickson to set a date for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m.
Vote to set a date: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Janet
Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 6. Noes, Theresa Stehly, 1.
Motion Passed.
Item 10 was heard at this time. See item for action taken.
Set a date of hearing and 2nd Reading for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m. for
Item 5:
5. 1st Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD,
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY BY AMENDING
SECTION 94.038, PLANTING IN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY.
A motion was made by Council Member Christine M. Erickson and seconded by Council
Member Marshall Selberg to set a date for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m.
Vote to set a date: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa
Stehly, Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 7. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
Set a date of hearing and 2nd Reading for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m. for
Item 6:
6. 1st Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD,
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY BY ADDING
SECTION 94.019, PLANTING OF ASH TREES PROHIBITED.
A motion was made by Council Member Janet Brekke and seconded by Council Member
Rick Kiley to set a date for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m.
Vote to set a date: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa
Stehly, Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 7. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
Set a date of hearing and 2nd Reading for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m. for
Item 7:
7. 1st Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD,
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY BY AMENDING
SECTION 110.027, LICENSES ISSUED BY PARKS, RECREATION AND
FORESTRY DEPARTMENT.
A motion was made by Council Member Rick Kiley and seconded by Council Member
Curt Soehl to set a date for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m.
Vote to set a date: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Janet Brekke,
Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 6. Noes, Theresa Stehly, 1.
Motion Passed.
Set a date of hearing and 2nd Reading for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m. for
Item 8:
8. 1st Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD,
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY BY ADDING
SECTION 94.002, TRANSPORTATION OF ASH WOOD PROHIBITED.
A motion was made by Council Member Janet Brekke and seconded by Council Member
Rick Kiley to set a date for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m.
Vote to set a date: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa
Stehly, Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 7. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
HEARINGS AND RESOLUTIONS
9. Deferred from the City Council Meeting of Tuesday, September 4, 2018: A
RESOLUTION ADOPTING WRITTEN FINDINGS BY THE CITY COUNCIL
DENYING A PROPOSAL TO DEMOLISH HOMES AT 414 W. 19TH ST.,
1005, 1023, AND 1027 S. DAKOTA AVE. IN THE SHERMAN HISTORIC
DISTRICT AND THE ISSUANCE OF ANY RELATED PERMIT BASED
UPON THE CONSIDERATION OF ALL RELEVANT FACTORS, AND THAT
THERE IS NO FEASIBLE AND PRUDENT ALTERNATIVE TO THE
PROPOSAL AND THE PROGRAM INCLUDES ALL POSSIBLE PLANNING
TO MINIMIZE HARM TO THE HISTORIC PROPERTY RESULTING FROM
SUCH USE. Pending motion from the meeting of Tuesday, September 4,
2018: A motion was made by Council Member Marshall Selberg and seconded by
Council Member Curt Soehl to adopt said Item.
Council Member Christine M. Erickson excused herself from the discussion and the vote
on this item.
A motion was made by Council Member Marshall Selberg and seconded by Council
Member Curt Soehl at the meeting of Tuesday, September 4, 2018, to adopt said
Resolution No. 90-18.
Vote to adopt: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa Stehly,
Janet Brekke, Rick Kiley, 6. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
RESOLUTION NO. 90-18
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING WRITTEN FINDINGS BY THE CITY COUNCIL DENYING
A PROPOSAL TO DEMOLISH HOMES AT 414 W. 19TH ST., 1005, 1023, AND 1027 S.
DAKOTA AVE. IN THE SHERMAN HISTORIC DISTRICT AND THE ISSUANCE OF ANY
RELATED PERMIT BASED UPON THE CONSIDERATION OF ALL RELEVANT
FACTORS, AND THAT THERE IS NO FEASIBLE AND PRUDENT ALTERNATIVE TO
THE PROPOSAL AND THE PROGRAM INCLUDES ALL POSSIBLE PLANNING TO
MINIMIZE HARM TO THE HISTORIC PROPERTY RESULTING FROM SUCH USE.
WHEREAS, a hearing to determine that there is no feasible and prudent alternative to the
proposal to demolish 1005, 1023, and 1027 S. Dakota Ave. and 414 W. 19th St. in the Sherman
Historic District based upon the consideration of all relevant factors, and that the program
includes all possible planning to minimize harm to the historic property resulting from such use
came before the City Council at its normal meeting time on Tuesday, August 21, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the City conducted a public meeting, gave notice of the hearing as required by law,
and gave consideration to all relevant factors; and
WHEREAS, at the conclusion of the hearing, a motion authorizing the proposal to demolish
homes at 1005, 1023, and 1027 S. Dakota Ave. and 414 W. 19th St. in the Sherman Historic
District and the issuance of any related permit based upon the consideration of all relevant
factors, and that the program includes all possible planning to minimize harm to the historic
property resulting from such use at, failed unanimously by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, thereafter the above-referenced motion, the City Council authorized the Sioux Falls
City Attorney’s Office to prepare written findings consistent with said motion for discussion,
review, and approval by the City Council;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD:
That the recitals above are adopted as findings, and in addition, the following findings are
adopted:
FINDINGS:
1. The proposal to demolish homes at 1005, 1023, and 1027 S. Dakota Ave. and 414 W.
19th St. in the Sherman Historic District shall hereinafter be referred to as the
“Proposal.”
2. The Proposal impacts the Sherman Historic District which is listed on the National
Registers of Historic Places.
3. The Proposal was reviewed by the Board of Historic Preservation (BoHP) on May 23,
2018, at which time the Board determined that the proposal, if approved, would have
an adverse effect on the Sherman Historic District.
4. The Proposal as reviewed by the BoHP did not include a structural analysis on the
homes to determine their integrity for saving them.
5. On July 13, 2018, a case report regarding the proposal was received by the South
Dakota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO).
6. On July 16, 2018, SHPO sent a letter to Diane deKoeyer of the City of Sioux Falls
Planning and Development Services Department that contained a determination that
the Proposal would destroy historic property that is included in the National and State
Registers of Historic Places; that the project will encroach upon historic property; and
that alternatives to the project have not been adequately considered and should be
further explored.
7. The applicant requested the City Council to make a final determination on the
Proposal.
8. Pursuant to SDCL 1-19A-11.1, the Sioux Falls City Council held a public hearing on
August 21, 2018, to determine that there is no feasible and prudent alternative to the
Proposal based upon the consideration of all relevant factors, and that the program
includes all possible planning to minimize harm to the historic property resulting
from such use.
9. The applicant had the burden to show the absence of feasible and prudent alternatives.
10. The City Council heard testimony and presentation from City staff, the applicant,
proponents, and opponents of the Proposal.
11. The City Council’s review and consideration included, but was not limited to, the
above-referenced testimony and presentation; South Dakota Codified Law
1-19A-11.1; Summary of SDCL 1-19A-11.1 Review Process; Board of Historic
Preservation Meeting Minutes for May 23, 2018, and Project Review for May 23,
2018; Board of Historic Preservation Meeting Minutes for July 11, 2018; SHPO letter
of May 25, 2018, and letter of July 16, 2018; SHPO SDCL 1-19A-11.1 Case Report;
Email from All Saints Neighborhood dated August 4, 2018, letter dated July 26,
2018, from Rachael Meyerink, Estimate Summaries for 414 W. 19th St., 1023 S.
Dakota Ave., and 1027 S. Dakota Ave. all dated July 5, 2018, and APEX Report
dated August 10, 2018.
12. Reasonable and prudent alternatives to the Proposal have not been explored.
13. The applicant has not shown an absence of a feasible and prudent alternative to the
Proposal.
14. The properties subject to the Proposal could be sold.
15. There was one oral offer to purchase the properties subject to the proposal at the
owner’s cost.
16. The properties subject to the Proposal could be rehabilitated.
17. Rehabilitation of the properties is capable of being done in light of technical,
structural, and engineering considerations.
18. Restoration of the properties subject to the Proposal is not economically imprudent.
19. The Proposal, if approved, would have an adverse effect on the Sherman Historic
District.
20. Based upon consideration of all relevant factors, there are feasible and prudent
alternatives to the Proposal, and the program has not included all possible planning to
minimize harm to the historic property resulting from such use.
21. The recorded minutes, video, supporting materials, and testimony on Agenda Items
49, 50, and 51 of the August 21, 2018, Sioux Falls City Council Meeting are
incorporated herein in support of any and all findings made herein.
Date adopted: 09/11/18 .
Paul TenHaken
Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas M. Greco
City Clerk
10. PUBLIC HEARING FOR A PROPOSED RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE
BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2019, AND
THE 2019–2023 CAPITAL PROGRAM.
There was none.
11. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR
THE MAIN STREET BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT IN THE CITY
OF SIOUX FALLS, SD.
A motion was made by Council Member Rick Kiley and seconded by Council Member
Curt Soehl to adopt said Resolution No. 85-18.
Vote to adopt: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa Stehly,
Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 7. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
RESOLUTION NO. 85-18
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE MAIN STREET
BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT IN THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD:
Section 1. That the 2018 special assessment roll for the Main Street Business Improvement District
in the City of Sioux Falls, SD, is hereby approved, and the assessment as set out in said special
assessment roll approved this date is hereby levied against the property described therein and
becomes a lien against such property upon filing of said special assessment roll in the City Finance
Office.
Section 2. Said assessment may be paid in one annual installment based on the assessed valuations of
the property adjusted each year and shall be collected under Plan One—Collection by County
Treasurer as provided in SDCL 9-43.
Date adopted: 09/11/18 .
Paul TenHaken
Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas M. Greco
City Clerk
NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS
Notice is hereby given that assessments levied under the above resolution will become due and
payable at the office of the County Treasurer in one installment, together with 4.75% interest for the
quarterly rate each year in accordance with SDCL 9-43. The first installment, with interest, will
become due with general taxes and will be payable at the County Treasurer’s Office on
January 1, 2019.
Notice is further given that the special assessment roll approved in the above resolution was filed
with the City Finance Office on the 11th day of September, 2018, and that the whole of said
assessment may be paid without interest to the City Finance Office on or before 30 days after said
filing.
Thomas M. Greco
City Clerk
12. A RESOLUTION BY THE SIOUX FALLS CITY COUNCIL, DECLARING
CITY SUPPORT FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE LINCOLN COUNTY AND
MINNEHAHA COUNTY MULTI HAZARD PRE-DISASTER MITIGATION
PLAN 2017 UPDATE.
A motion was made by Council Member Marshall Selberg and seconded by Council
Member Curt Soehl to adopt said Resolution No. 86-18.
Vote to adopt: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa Stehly,
Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 7. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
RESOLUTION NO. 86-18
A RESOLUTION BY THE SIOUX FALLS CITY COUNCIL, DECLARING CITY SUPPORT
FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE LINCOLN COUNTY AND MINNEHAHA COUNTY
MULTI-HAZARD PRE-DISASTER MITIGATION PLAN 2017 UPDATE.
WHEREAS, the Sioux Falls City Council supports the contents of the Lincoln County and
Minnehaha County Multi-Hazard Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan 2017 Update; and
WHEREAS, the Lincoln County and Minnehaha County Multi-Hazard Pre-Disaster Mitigation
Plan 2017 Update will be utilized as a guide for planning as related to FEMA Pre-Disaster
Mitigation and other purposes as deemed appropriate by the Sioux Falls City Council;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD:
That the Sioux Falls City Council does hereby adopt, support, and will facilitate the Lincoln
County and Minnehaha County Multi-Hazard Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan 2017 Update’s
implementation.
Date adopted: 09/11/18 .
Paul TenHaken
Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas M. Greco
City Clerk
13. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2018–2019 BUDGET FOR THE SIOUX
FALLS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT.
A motion was made by Council Member Rick Kiley and seconded by Council Member
Christine M. Erickson to adopt said Resolution No. 87-18.
A motion was made by Council Member Pat Starr and seconded by Council Member
Rick Kiley to amend by substituting page 2 with the provided "proposed amendment to
CVB-BID Budget".
Vote to amend: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa Stehly,
Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 7. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
Vote to adopt, as amended: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr,
Theresa Stehly, Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 7. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
RESOLUTION NO. 87-18
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2018–2019 BUDGET FOR THE SIOUX FALLS
CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 86-10, the City of Sioux Falls adopted a resolution of
intent to establish the Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau Business Improvement District;
and
WHEREAS, in accordance with SDCL Chapter Ch. 9-55 of the South Dakota Codified Laws,
the CVB Business Improvement District has imposed an occupational tax of two dollars ($2.00)
per night per rented room for all lodging rooms within the CVB Business Improvement District
to market and promote the visitor industry in the city of Sioux Falls and increase the room night
sales of lodging facilities within the CVB Business Improvement District; and
WHEREAS, the CVB Business Improvement District Board of Directors has developed an
annual budget which is subject to City Council approval;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD:
That the budget dated October 1, 2018, through September 30, 2019, is hereby approved.
Date adopted: 09/11/18 .
Paul TenHaken
Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas M. Greco
City Clerk
14. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION FOR FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND SUBMITTAL OF
THE APPLICATION, AND DESIGNATING AN AUTHORIZED
REPRESENTATIVE TO CERTIFY AND SIGN PAYMENT REQUESTS.
A motion was made by Council Member Rick Kiley and seconded by Council Member
Janet Brekke to adopt said Resolution No. 88-18.
Vote to adopt: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa Stehly,
Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 7. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
RESOLUTION NO. 88-18
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE,
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND SUBMITTAL OF THE APPLICATION, AND
DESIGNATING AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE TO CERTIFY AND SIGN
PAYMENT REQUESTS.
WHEREAS, the City of Sioux Falls, SD (the “City”), has determined it is necessary to proceed
with the purchase of necessary equipment and an upgrade of the infrastructure to process wood
waste generated from the removal of Ash trees within Sioux Falls associated with the Emerald
Ash Borer Disposal Plan (“Projects”); and
WHEREAS, the City has determined that financial assistance will be necessary to undertake the
Projects and an application for financial assistance to the South Dakota Department of
Environment and Natural Resources Water and Waste Funding Program (the “Board”) will be
prepared; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to designate an authorized representative to execute and submit the
application on behalf of the City and to certify and sign payment requests in the event financial
assistance is awarded for the Projects;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD:
1. That the City hereby approves the submission of an application for financial
assistance in an amount not to exceed $950,000 for the processing equipment (wood
shredder and transport trailer) and at least $250,000 for the construction of an asphalt pad
for processing the Projects.
2. That the City is hereby authorized to execute the application and submit it to the
Board and to execute and deliver such other documents and perform all acts necessary to
effectuate the application for financial assistance.
3. That the Mayor and/or Director of Public Works or the Public Works Business
Operations Manager is hereby designated as the authorized representative of the City to
do all things on its behalf to certify and sign payment requests in the event financial
assistance is awarded for the Projects.
4. Pursuant to SDCL 9-19-13, this resolution is declared necessary for the preservation of
the public peace, health, safety, and support of a municipal government and its existing
public institutions and shall become effective upon its passage and publication.
Date adopted: 09/11/18 .
Paul TenHaken
Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas M. Greco
City Clerk
15. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2018 WAIVER OF LEAF DROP-OFF
FEES AT CITY-DESIGNATED LEAF DROP-OFF SITES FOR NON-
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES.
A motion was made by Council Member Janet Brekke and seconded by Council Member
Rick Kiley to adopt said Resolution No. 89-18.
Vote to adopt: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa Stehly,
Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 7. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
RESOLUTION NO. 89-18
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2018 WAIVER OF LEAF DROP-OFF FEES AT
CITY-DESIGNATED LEAF DROP-OFF SITES FOR NONCOMMERCIAL VEHICLES.
WHEREAS, Section 57.047 (c) of the Code of Ordinances of Sioux Falls, SD, establishes a $3
charge per passenger car, pickup truck, or two-wheel trailer for leaves generated in the city and
unloaded at City-designated leaf drop-off sites by individuals (noncommercial vehicles); and
WHEREAS, Sioux Falls Public Works has requested a waiver of such leaf-drop off fees for 2018
for a pilot program and to assist with the cost burden of the noncommercial removal of Ash trees
within Sioux Falls associated with the Emerald Ash Borer;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD:
1. That the City hereby approves the waiving of the $3 charge per passenger car, pickup truck,
or two-wheel trailer for leaves generated in the city and unloaded at City-designated leaf
drop-off sites by individuals (noncommercial vehicles) for 2018 for a pilot program and to
assist with the cost burden of the noncommercial removal of Ash trees within Sioux Falls
associated with the Emerald Ash Borer; and
2. Pursuant to SDCL 9-19-13, this resolution is declared necessary for the preservation of the
public peace, health, safety, and support of a municipal government and its existing public
institutions and shall become effective upon its passage and publication.
Date adopted: 09/11/18 .
Paul TenHaken
Mayor
ATTEST:
Thomas M. Greco
City Clerk
NOTICE OF HEARINGS FOR STREET VACATIONS
Set a hearing date for Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at 7 p.m. for Item 16:
16. A PROPOSED RESOLUTION VACATING THE 14-FOOT ALLEY RIGHT-OF-
WAY LYING WEST OF AND ADJACENT TO LOTS 1-24 IN BLOCK 89 OF
SIOUX FALLS IMPROVEMENT COMPANY’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF
SIOUX FALLS, MINNEHAHA COUNTY, SD.
A motion was made by Council Member Theresa Stehly and seconded by Council
Member Marshall Selberg to set a date for Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at 7 p.m.
Vote to set a date: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa
Stehly, Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 7. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
Set a hearing date for Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at 7 p.m. for Item 17:
17. A PROPOSED RESOLUTION VACATING THE S. EUCLID AVE. RIGHT-OF-
WAY FROM THE SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF W. 11TH ST. TO THE
NORTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF W. 12TH ST.
A motion was made by Council Member Theresa Stehly and seconded by Council
Member Christine M. Erickson to set a date for Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at 7 p.m.
Vote to set a date: Roll Call: Yeses, Marshall Selberg, Curt Soehl, Pat Starr, Theresa
Stehly, Janet Brekke, Christine M. Erickson, Rick Kiley, 7. Noes, 0.
Motion Passed.
NEW BUSINESS
There was none.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Council Member Pat Starr and seconded by Council Member
Rick Kiley to adjourn at 8:16 p.m.
Mayor Paul TenHaken called for a voice vote. All members said yes.
Motion Passed.
Denise D. Tucker, MMC
Assistant City Clerk
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Agenda
City of Sioux Falls Council Meeting
Agenda
Carnegie Town Hall, 235 West 10th Street
MEETING OF Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at 7 PM
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT/ABSENT
Council Member Greg Neitzert
Council Member Marshall Selberg
Council Member Curt Soehl
Council Member Pat Starr
Council Member Theresa Stehly
Council Member Janet Brekke
Council Member Christine M. Erickson
Council Member Rick Kiley
Mayor Paul TenHaken
INVOCATION
● Dr. Ron Tottingham, Empire Baptist Temple
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
MINUTES
● Informational Meeting of Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at 4 p.m.
● Regular City Council Meeting of Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at 7 p.m.
● Joint City Council/Minnehaha County Commission Meeting of Wednesday, September
5, 2018, at 3 p.m.
COMMUNICATIONS
1. Approval of contracts/agreements on the September 7, 2018, memo.
2. A communication was received from Jeff Meuzelaar requesting permission to
consume, but not sell, malt beverages and liquor at The History Club of Sioux
Falls, 758 S. Phillips Ave., on Sunday, September 23, 2018, for a baby shower
celebration.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
APPROVAL OF REGULAR AGENDA
PUBLIC INPUT
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
3. Deferred from the City Council Meeting of Tuesday, August 7, 2018:
Parks/Recreation; 14009; SF Parks and Recreation Master Plan - Professional
Services Agreement; Pros Consulting, Inc.; $202,390.
INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES
Set a date of hearing and 2nd Reading for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m. for
Item 4:
4. 1st Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD,
PROVIDING APPROPRIATIONS AUTHORIZING AN INCREASE IN
PROPERTY TAX REVENUE PURSUANT TO SDCL 10-13-15 AND THE
MEANS OF FINANCING FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31,
2019.
Set a date of hearing and 2nd Reading for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m. for
Item 5:
5. 1st Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD,
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY BY AMENDING
SECTION 94.038, PLANTING IN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY.
Set a date of hearing and 2nd Reading for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m. for
Item 6:
6. 1st Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD,
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY BY ADDING
SECTION 94.019, PLANTING OF ASH TREES PROHIBITED.
Set a date of hearing and 2nd Reading for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m. for
Item 7:
7. 1st Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD,
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY BY AMENDING
SECTION 110.027, LICENSES ISSUED BY PARKS, RECREATION AND
FORESTRY DEPARTMENT.
Set a date of hearing and 2nd Reading for Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at 7 p.m. for
Item 8:
8. 1st Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD,
AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY BY ADDING
SECTION 94.002, TRANSPORTATION OF ASH WOOD PROHIBITED.
HEARINGS AND RESOLUTIONS
9. Deferred from the City Council Meeting of Tuesday, September 4, 2018: A
RESOLUTION ADOPTING WRITTEN FINDINGS BY THE CITY COUNCIL
DENYING A PROPOSAL TO DEMOLISH HOMES AT 414 W. 19TH ST.,
1005, 1023, AND 1027 S. DAKOTA AVE. IN THE SHERMAN HISTORIC
DISTRICT AND THE ISSUANCE OF ANY RELATED PERMIT BASED
UPON THE CONSIDERATION OF ALL RELEVANT FACTORS, AND THAT
THERE IS NO FEASIBLE AND PRUDENT ALTERNATIVE TO THE
PROPOSAL AND THE PROGRAM INCLUDES ALL POSSIBLE PLANNING
TO MINIMIZE HARM TO THE HISTORIC PROPERTY RESULTING FROM
SUCH USE. Pending motion from the meeting of Tuesday, September 4,
2018: A motion was made by Council Member Marshall Selberg and seconded by
Council Member Curt Soehl to adopt said Item.
10. PUBLIC HEARING FOR A PROPOSED RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE
BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2019, AND
THE 2019–2023 CAPITAL PROGRAM.
11. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR
THE MAIN STREET BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT IN THE CITY
OF SIOUX FALLS, SD.
12. A RESOLUTION BY THE SIOUX FALLS CITY COUNCIL, DECLARING
CITY SUPPORT FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE LINCOLN COUNTY AND
MINNEHAHA COUNTY MULTI HAZARD PRE-DISASTER MITIGATION
PLAN 2017 UPDATE.
13. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2018–2019 BUDGET FOR THE SIOUX
FALLS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT.
14. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION FOR FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND SUBMITTAL OF
THE APPLICATION, AND DESIGNATING AN AUTHORIZED
REPRESENTATIVE TO CERTIFY AND SIGN PAYMENT REQUESTS.
15. A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2018 WAIVER OF LEAF DROP-OFF
FEES AT CITY-DESIGNATED LEAF DROP-OFF SITES FOR NON-
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES.
NOTICE OF HEARINGS FOR STREET VACATIONS
Set a hearing date for Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at 7 p.m. for Item 16:
16. A PROPOSED RESOLUTION VACATING THE 14-FOOT ALLEY RIGHT-OF-
WAY LYING WEST OF AND ADJACENT TO LOTS 1-24 IN BLOCK 89 OF
SIOUX FALLS IMPROVEMENT COMPANY’S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF
SIOUX FALLS, MINNEHAHA COUNTY, SD.
Set a hearing date for Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at 7 p.m. for Item 17:
17. A PROPOSED RESOLUTION VACATING THE S. EUCLID AVE. RIGHT-OF-
WAY FROM THE SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF W. 11TH ST. TO THE
NORTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF W. 12TH ST.
NEW BUSINESS
ITEMS ADDED AFTER AGENDA DEADLINE
The City Council may include other such business as may come before this body.
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MEETING MINUTES AND AGENDAS PAGE.
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