City Council Meeting

MINUTES Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 6:00 PM Carnegie Town Hall, 235 West 10th St., Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104 CALL TO ORDER 1. MEETING ROLL CALL Present: Council Member Jennifer Sigette, Council Member Curt Soehl, Council Member Ryan Spellerberg, Council Member Richard L. Thomason, Council Member David Barranco, Council Member Miranda Basye, Council Member Sarah Cole, Council Member Rich Merkouris, Mayor Paul TenHaken Absent: None 2. INVOCATION • Dr. Erich McCandless, Empire Baptist Temple 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE CONSENT AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Council Member Soehl and seconded by Council Member Spellerberg to approve the Consent Agenda. Roll call vote to approve. 8 Yes: Sigette, Soehl, Spellerberg, Thomason, Barranco, Basye, Cole, Merkouris; 0 No: (None). Motion Passed. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES • Informational Meeting of Tuesday, February 18, 2025 • City Council Meeting of Tuesday, February 18, 2025 • Joint City Council / Minnehaha County Commission Meeting of Tuesday, February 18, 2025 COMMUNICATIONS 6. Approval of contracts/agreements over $100K on the memorandum dated February 28, 2025. 7. Approval of a request pursuant to SDCL 35-1-5.5 from Stephanie Justesen to consume, but not sell, alcoholic beverages at the Old Courthouse Museum, 200 W. 6th St., on September 20, 2025. APPLICATIONS 8. Special One-Day Liquor Licenses for T Slat Inc., to be operated at Augustana University, 2001 South Summit Avenue, for sporting events on March 7, 8, 9 & 15, 2025. 9. Special One-Day Liquor License for Prohibition Bar LLC to be operated at The Social, 301 South Thompson Avenue, for an event on March 22, 2025. 10. Special One-Day Liquor Licenses for Great Bear Recreation Park Inc., to be operated at 5901 East Rice Street (chalet and deck only) for a music festival on July 11 & 12, 2025. The City Council concurs with the Minnehaha County Commission's recommendation for approval of the following abatements: 11. Parcel #11608, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $2,172.09. Reason: An error has been made in any identifying entry or description of the real property, in entering the valuation of the real property or in the extension of the tax, to the injury of the complainant. 12. Parcel #29300, for 2014 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.63. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 13. Parcel #97433, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,476.90. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 14. Parcel #88879, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.63. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 15. Parcel #93642, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.61. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 16. Parcel #76009, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.63. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 17. Parcel #88842, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,638.02. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 18. Parcel #38022, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.62. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 19. Parcel #44841, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.63. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 20. Parcel #76717, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,972.26. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 21. Parcel #34258, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,149.29. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 22. Parcel #60751, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.62. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 23. Parcel #48402, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,476.90. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 24. Parcel #30332, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.63. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 25. Parcel #44412, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.63. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 26. Parcel #86931, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.64. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 27. Parcel #32801, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $899.37. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 28. Parcel #12096, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $2,462.25. Reason: Assessment Freeze for the Elderly and Disabled. 29. Parcel #75359, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,476.91. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 30. Parcel #30471, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,476.91. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 31. Parcel #29216, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.62. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 32. Parcel #70465, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $214.24. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 33. Parcel #36093, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,799.13. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 34. Parcel #76735, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,315.79. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 35. Parcel #49500, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,799.14. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 36. Parcel #79906, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $2,064.54. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 37. Parcel #83943, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.62. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 38. Parcel #38048, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $821.70. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 39. Parcel #95760, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,149.30. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 40. Parcel #30633, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,149.31. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 41. Parcel #64616, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,321.17. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 42. Parcel #74412, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $821.70. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 43. Parcel #41263, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,799.14. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 44. Parcel #30118, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,054.33. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 45. Parcel #36944, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,476.92. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 46. Parcel #39887, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.62. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 47. Parcel #43933, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,851.56. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 48. Parcel #39846, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.63. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 49. Parcel #74436, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.63. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 50. Parcel #40505, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $655.21. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 51. Parcel #79372, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,799.14. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 52. Parcel #36107, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,643.39. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 53. Parcel #65154, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.64. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 54. Parcel #33196, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $494.10. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 55. Parcel #80555, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,149.30. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 56. Parcel #40524, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $494.10. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 57. Parcel #86876, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $494.10. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 58. Parcel #63846, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $327.60. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 59. Parcel #43268, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,643.39. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 60. Parcel #81872, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,963.05. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 61. Parcel #56883, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $494.09. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 62. Parcel #32581, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $6,779.61. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 63. Parcel #42834, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $129.98. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 64. Parcel #69548, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $821.70. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 65. Parcel #45572, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $655.21. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 66. Parcel #91523, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $925.19. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 67. Parcel #57839, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,315.79. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 68. Parcel #11596, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $28.49. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 69. Parcel #53831, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $793.01. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 70. Parcel #84474, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $7.18. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 71. Parcel #89642, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $272.86. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 72. Parcel #94123, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $473.92. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 73. Parcel #44454, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $426.70. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 74. Parcel #51305, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $542.00. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 75. Parcel #44459, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,444.56. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 76. Parcel #79088, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $99.43. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 77. Parcel #48828, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $590.81. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 78. Parcel #53423, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $421.15. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 79. Parcel #53424, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $705.07. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 80. Parcel #53425, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,798.16. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 81. Parcel #53428, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $186.14. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 82. Parcel #53429, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $182.97. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 83. Parcel #53430, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $354.90. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 84. Parcel #53431, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $555.22. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 85. Parcel #11592, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $708.28. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 86. Parcel #96079, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $8,940.48. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 87. Parcel #82723, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $20.72. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 88. Parcel #77106, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $46,571.14. Reason: The property is exempt from the tax. 89. Parcel #67660, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $556.32. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 90. Parcel #35983, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,403.63. Reason: Assessment Freeze for the Elderly and Disabled. 91. Parcel #29184, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $763.72. Reason: Assessment Freeze for the Elderly and Disabled. 92. Parcel #89244, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $657.43. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 93. Parcel #67342, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,965.64. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). 94. Parcel #88320, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $1,068.36. Reason: An error has been made in any identifying entry or description of the real property, in entering the valuation of the real property or in the extension of the tax, to the injury of the complainant. The City Council concurs with the Lincoln County Commission's recommendation for approval of the following abatements: 95. Parcel #283.18.06.030, for 2024 property taxes in the amount of $2,291.85. Reason: Applicant qualifies for exemption under SDCL 10-4-40 & 10-4-41 (Disabled Veteran). NOTICE OF HEARINGS 96. Set a date of hearing for Tuesday, March 18, 2025. New 2025 Retail Wine License for Phil’s Corner, 106 South Indiana Avenue. 97. Set a date of hearing for Tuesday, March 18, 2025. New 2025 Retail Wine License for New Tokyo Cuisine, 4825 South Louise Avenue. 98. Set a date of hearing for Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Transfer of 2025 Retail Liquor License from Ode to Food & Drinks, 300 Cherapa Place, Suite 102, to Ode to Food & Drinks, 200 East 8th Street. 99. Set a date of hearing for Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Transfer of 2024-25 Retail Malt Beverage License and 2025 Retail Wine License from Falls Landing, 200 East 8th Street, to Ode to Food & Drinks, 200 East 8th Street. 100. Set a date of hearing for Tuesday, March 18, 2025. A RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO ENTER INTO A LEASE OF MUNICIPAL REAL PROPERTY. Sponsor: Mayor REGULAR AGENDA 101. APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR AGENDA A motion was made by Council Member Merkouris and seconded by Council Member Barranco to approve the Regular Agenda. Roll call vote to approve. 8 Yes: Sigette, Soehl, Spellerberg, Thomason, Barranco, Basye, Cole, Merkouris; 0 No: (None). Motion Passed. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 102. New 2024-25 Retail Malt Beverage License for El Mexicano 7 Inc., 1025 South Cleveland Avenue. 103. New 2025 Retail Wine License for Envy Nails & Spa, 4212 West Empire Place. 104. New 2025 Retail Wine License for Posh Nail Bar & Spa, 7750 South Dakota Hawk Avenue. 105. Transfer of 2024-25 Retail Malt Beverage License, including video lottery placement, from MG Oil Company, 4701 East Arrowhead Parkway, to Second Session LLC, 319 South Whitewood Circle. 106. Special One-Day Malt Beverage License for Presentation Sisters to be operated at 305 East Falls Park Drive, for a fundraiser on May 10, 2025. A motion was made by Council Member Thomason and seconded by Council Member Soehl to approve Item 102 - 106. Roll call vote to approve. 8 Yes: Sigette, Soehl, Spellerberg, Thomason, Barranco, Basye, Cole, Merkouris; 0 No: (None). Motion Passed. INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES ORDINANCE SECOND READINGS 107. 2nd Reading: Deferred from the meeting of Tuesday, February 18, 2025; AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS AND ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC HOUSING INC., 523 N. DULUTH AVE., SIOUX FALLS, SD 57104. Sponsor: Mayor A motion was made by Council Member Soehl and seconded by Council Member Spellerberg to adopt Ordinance No. 12-25. Roll call vote to adopt. 8 Yes: Sigette, Soehl, Spellerberg, Thomason, Barranco, Basye, Cole, Merkouris; 0 No: (None). Motion Passed. 108. 2nd Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD, REZONING PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF E. 60TH ST. N. AND EAST OF I-229 FROM THE I- 1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT TO THE I-2 HEAVY INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT, NO. 020674-2025, AND AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS. The Planning Commission recommends approval (7-0). Private Applicant(s): Sioux Falls Development Foundation – Dean Dziedzic A motion was made by Council Member Basye and seconded by Council Member Spellerberg to adopt Ordinance No. 13-25. Roll call vote to adopt. 8 Yes: Sigette, Soehl, Spellerberg, Thomason, Barranco, Basye, Cole, Merkouris; 0 No: (None). Motion Passed. 109. 2nd Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD, REZONING PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF E. 33RD ST. AND WEST OF VETERANS PKWY. FROM RA-2 APARTMENT RESIDENTIAL—MODERATE DENSITY, RD-2 TOWNHOME RESIDENTIAL—SUBURBAN, RD-1 TWIN HOME/DUPLEX RESIDENTIAL—SUBURBAN, AND RS SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL—SUBURBAN DISTRICTS TO THE CN CONSERVATION DISTRICT, NO. 020488-2024, AND AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS. The Planning Commission recommends approval (7-0). Sponsor: Mayor A motion was made by Council Member Barranco and seconded by Council Member Basye to adopt Ordinance No. 14-25. Roll call vote to adopt. 8 Yes: Sigette, Soehl, Spellerberg, Thomason, Barranco, Basye, Cole, Merkouris; 0 No: (None). Motion Passed. ORDINANCE FIRST READINGS 110. 1st Reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY BY AMENDING CHAPTER 76:TRAFFIC REGULATIONS, CHAPTER 93: NUISANCES, AND CHAPTER 96: STREETS AND SIDEWALKS TO ALLOW RESTRICTED EXHIBITION DRIVING EVENTS.  Sponsors: Council Members Spellerberg and Soehl A motion was made by Council Member Spellerberg and seconded by Council Member Soehl to set a date of 2nd Reading for Tuesday, March 11, 2025 for Item 110. Roll call vote to set a date of 2nd Reading. 8 Yes: Sigette, Soehl, Spellerberg, Thomason, Barranco, Basye, Cole, Merkouris; 0 No: (None). Motion Passed. HEARINGS AND RESOLUTIONS 111. A RESOLUTION DISSOLVING TAX INCREMENT DISTRICT NO. 12. Sponsor: Mayor A motion was made by Council Member Cole and seconded by Council Member Barranco to adopt Resolution No. 16-25. Roll call vote to adopt. 8 Yes: Sigette, Soehl, Spellerberg, Thomason, Barranco, Basye, Cole, Merkouris; 0 No: (None). Motion Passed. RESOLUTION NO. 16-25 A RESOLUTION DISSOLVING TAX INCREMENT DISTRICT NO. 12. WHEREAS, on December 5, 2011, the City adopted Resolution No. 107-11 creating the Sioux Falls Tax Increment District No. 12 pursuant to SDCL 11-9; and WHEREAS, on December 5, 2011, the City adopted Resolution No. 108-11 approving the Project Plan for the Sioux Falls Tax Increment District No. 12 pursuant to SDCL 11- 9; and WHEREAS, the development and improvements occurred as outlined within the Project Plan; and WHEREAS, a total reimbursement of $1,742,790.65 was remitted; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD: That Sioux Falls Tax Increment District No. 12 is hereby dissolved. Date adopted: 03/04/25 . Paul TenHaken, Mayor ATTEST: Jermery J. Washington, City Clerk 112. A RESOLUTION ADVISING AND GIVING CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO VARIOUS CITIZEN BOARDS. Sponsor: Mayor  A motion was made by Council Member Barranco and seconded by Council Member Sigette to adopt Resolution No. 17-25. Roll call vote to adopt. 8 Yes: Sigette, Soehl, Spellerberg, Thomason, Barranco, Basye, Cole, Merkouris; 0 No: (None). Motion Passed. RESOLUTION NO. 17-25 A RESOLUTION ADVISING AND GIVING CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO CERTAIN CITIZEN BOARDS. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS, SD: That it gives its advice and consent to the following Mayoral appointments: Name Board Term Baernt Wood Electrical Board of Appeals Appointed for a term from March 2025 to and Examiners March 2028 (replacing Michael Fisher). Date adopted: 03/04/25 . Paul TenHaken, Mayor ATTEST: Jermery J. Washington, City Clerk REPORT OF OFFICERS/BOARDS/COMMITTEES/TRANSFERS OF UNENCUMBERED APPROPRIATION BALANCES AMONG PROGRAMS WITHIN A DEPARTMENT OR ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT AS PROVIDED IN THE SIOUX FALLS CITY CHARTER SECTION 5.07(d) 113. NOTICE OF TRANSFER OF APPROPRIATIONS ON THE MEMORANDUM DATED: February 14, 2025. NEW BUSINESS There was none. GENERAL PUBLIC INPUT There was public comment given on the following: City's easement ordinance, City's elected officials, Riverline District, transparency, affordable housing, taxes and tax freeze, audits, homelessness and addiction, the City's form of government, policy process, City Council voting, the City Council should hire outside legal counsel, previous city administration voting, 2026 election, police calls, mood/tone of the City Council Meeting environment, members of the public being passionate, dialogue vs. monologue, healing and connection, public comment during Council meetings, and freedom of speech. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Council Member Barranco and seconded by Council Member Sigette to adjourn the meeting at 8:39 p.m. Voice vote to adjourn. 8 Yes: Sigette, Soehl, Spellerberg, Thomason, Barranco, Basye, Cole, Merkouris; 0 No: (None). Motion Passed. Jermery J. Washington, City Clerk