Sheila Haugen

The commission addressed several administrative and operational matters, including the adoption of a resolution to recognize Hall Road as an official township road. Key actions involved approving the purchase of landfill containers, authorizing payments and change orders for the Landfill Cell #5 project, and approving grant matches for the VOCA and DASA programs. The board reviewed a report regarding a construction site fire at the Richmond Dam, authorized the advertising for a budget hearing, and scheduled a public hearing for the proposed County Gross Receipts Tax Ordinance. Furthermore, the commission processed claims, approved travel requests, and granted a lottery permit for the Boys & Girls Club.

The board discussed and took action on several items, including the status of the Richmond Dam project and the adoption of three rezoning ordinances. The board also approved a hunting access and habitat contract, a document shredding service agreement, and the disposal of surplus office equipment. Additionally, the commissioners reviewed payroll and claims, discussed human resources updates regarding staff changes, approved travel requests, and accepted the auditor's financial report for May. Finally, lease agreements for several county facilities were authorized.

The meeting covered a variety of administrative and operational updates, including a Richmond Dam status report, the entrance conference for the 2025 fiscal audit, and the selection of a contractor for the North Parking Lot renovation. The Commission approved multiple contracts and appointments related to the upcoming 2026 Brown County Fair, including security services and the Jr. Fair Board membership. Additionally, the Commission reviewed departmental updates from the Highway and Fair/Fairgrounds departments, acted on several rezoning ordinances, and approved human resource reports, travel requests, and lease agreements. The meeting also included an executive session for personnel and legal discussions and authorized a host agency agreement for museum volunteer services.

The Commission authorized a contract with Modern Day Health Care for clinical triage services at the county jail. The Director of Equalization provided an update regarding the upcoming equalization board meetings. The Commission approved grant agreements with the South Dakota Weed and Pest Control Commission for local mapping and spray projects. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved various claims, professional fees, and payroll for county departments.

The Board approved the Fiscal Year 2025 LEMPG Agreement and various fair contracts, including agreements for entertainment, cleaning services, and equipment rentals. An update on fair operations was provided, including junior fairboard recruitment and upcoming outreach events. Additionally, the Board authorized a Community Health Services contract for 2026, reviewed and approved a comprehensive list of claims across multiple departments, and processed various travel requests.