Victor Rapkoch

The proposed agenda for the regular scheduled meeting addresses several key items. New Business includes consideration of Rezone Permit Ordinance #76 requested by Timothy Steiner, which involves a staff report, a public hearing, board discussion, and a recommendation vote to the County Commission. Additionally, the agenda covers the second notice and discussion for the Revised Zoning Regulations for Marshall County, South Dakota, Ordinance #75. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the February 3, 2026 meeting.

The agenda for the regular scheduled meeting includes calling the meeting to order, roll call, and approval of the agenda. Key discussion items cover new business, specifically the first notice and public hearing regarding Revised Zoning Regulations for Marshall County, South Dakota, followed by board discussion and a potential motion for recommendation to the County Commission. Another new business item involves the Foote Homestead Second Subdivision plat. Other matters for discussion include temporary permits, E-911 mapping database maintenance, cell tower addressing, and the comprehensive plan update.

The regular session agenda was approved. Key discussions included an increase in pay for the County Coroner and Deputy Coroner based on the extensive work required for runs and autopsies. A report was given on the 2025 Ambulance Service volunteer hours and run statistics. The board passed a resolution adopting the Marshall County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan, following extensive research and a public meeting. Another resolution appointed the Director of the Marshall County Emergency Management Office as the designee to request state wildland fire suppression assistance. The board also approved Marshall County's participation in State aid for Veteran Service Officer salaries and accepted a janitor's resignation. The State's Attorney's annual salary was increased retroactively. An agreement with First District Association of Local Governments for County GIS 911 Data Maintenance was authorized, and the Director of Equalization presented a cost-saving change to the GIS program. The session included an executive session to discuss contract negotiations.

The meeting commenced with a reorganization where Commissioner Schuller was elected as Chair and Commissioner Medhaug as vice-chairperson. Key actions included the approval of various board appointments and associated expense allowances for boards such as the Weed Board, GLAD Board, and Marshall County Healthcare Center Board. The agenda for the current date was approved, and claims were processed and paid. Salary schedules for elected, appointed, and hourly officials were approved, effective December 28, 2025. A resolution was passed to establish precincts and polling places for the Primary and General Elections to be held in 2026. Re-appointments for Dustin Hofland (Highway Superintendent), Katrina Johnson (Director of Equalization), and Dave Daberkow (Veteran's Service Officer) were approved. A change to the personnel policy regarding PTO, Sick Leave, and Holiday Pay for Elected Officials was approved despite one dissenting vote. Highway business included a discussion on the submitted BIG grant application and the expected revenue and state grant "points" from the new Wheel Tax.

The Planning & Zoning Board meeting involved discussions with the Planning & Zoning Administrator regarding zoning and drainage matters. The Board approved a plat for C & N Land Second Addition. A Drainage Permit application was approved for Renald Tank for construction on specific lots, with a condition setting the completion date as December 1, 2026. Additionally, several building permits were approved, including those for grain storage, a garage, a residence, a horse shelter, housing units, living quarters, and a deck.