The City Council of the City of Marion, South Dakota met in regular session on Monday, May 3, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. in the meeting room of the City Building with the following council members present: Mike Ellefson, Dee Herlyn, Jeff Jeno, Bill Konda and Dave Viet, together with the Mayor Ron Globke and Finance Officer Kari Muller. Also attending the meeting was City Superintendent Larry Hopf and City Maintenance employee Dustin Sulzle. City Engineer Jon Fischer was present from 7:50 p.m. – 8:37 p.m. Turner County Sheriff Byron Nogelmeier was present from 7:00 p.m. – 7:53 p.m. Herlyn excused herself from the meeting at 9:30 p.m. Absent: none.

Allen Schrag was present and addressed the council regarding the condition of his curb & gutter following the sewer project construction. The council advised they will address the matter with the city engineer.

Follow up discussion was held on the matter of land at the City’s rubble site to be leased by Central Farmers Cooperative. Discussion was held on location and size of the approach, with culvert issues addressed. It was advised Central Farmers is currently reviewing the lease.

Discussion was held on the City’s equalization appeal. It was advised members of the city council attended the April 20^th hearing on the matter at the courthouse. The City of Marion received notice from the County Board of Equalization of their decision to leave the assessed value of Marion City as originally set by the Assessor and according to State laws. Motion was made by Ellefson, seconded by Herlyn to file an appeal of this decision with the State Boards. Motion unanimously carried upon roll call vote.

Discussion was held on giving a tax break or refund to individuals for building a new home, with the decision made to obtain additional information and pursue the matter.

Motion was made by Konda, seconded by Viet to adjourn at 7:30 p.m. Motion carried.

The Council reconvened at 7:31 p.m. and the following members took their Oath of Office: Dave Viet, Councilperson for a 2 year term in Ward One; Mike Ellefson, Councilperson for a 2 year term in Ward 2. The Council took their seats as follows: Bill Konda, Dave Viet, Mike Ellefson, Dee Herlyn, Jeff Jeno.

Motion was made by Ellefson, seconded by Herlyn to cast a unanimous vote for Dave Viet as President and Bill Konda as Vice President of the Council. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Jeno, seconded by Viet to approve the City Council Committees and appointments of City officials for 2010-2011 as presented by the Mayor. Motion carried.

CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEES – First name on the list is the Chairperson of the Committee

Streets & Utilities: Bill Konda, Jeff Jeno, Dee Herlyn

Buildings & Equipment: Dave Viet, Bill Konda

Parks & Recreation: Dee Herlyn, Mike Ellefson

Restricted Use Facility: Jeff Jeno

Personnel & Public Safety: Dave Viet, Mike Ellefson

APPOINTMENTS

Finance Officer: Kari Muller

Deputy Finance Officer: Katheryn Tieszen

Economic Development Coordinator: Kari Muller

City Operations Superintendent: Larry Hopf

City Maintenance: Dustin Sulzle

Landfill Supervisors: Richard Knutson, Conrad Buse, Duane Kaufman

Police: Turner County Sheriff’s Department

Fire Chief: Dick Luke

City Attorney: Jeff Cole

Zoning Administrator: Rick Weber

Zoning Board Council Rep: Jeff Jeno

Zoning Board: Jim Gesick, Scott Park, Allen Schrag, Rick Waltner, Richard Wieman

Library Committee: Erma Langerock (chairwoman), Martha Gesick, Lynette Preheim, Linda Luke (coordinator/school librarian)

Turner County Sheriff Nogelmeier was present and a monthly law enforcement report for April was distributed and reviewed. Vehicle speed and stop sign/intersection concerns were addressed. Follow up discussion was held on a vehicle matter, with the decision made to consult with the city attorney on the issue.

Information was provided on the 2010 Car Show to be held on June 19^th, as part of Marion’s Summer Celebration. A request was received for permission to hold the show on an approximate 2-block section of Broadway Avenue, running from just south of Deb’s Mini Mart to Walter Funeral Home. Motion was made by Viet, seconded by Konda to allow the designated section of Broadway Avenue to be blocked off and a designated area for a burn-out box for the Car Show. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Ellefson, seconded by Herlyn to set the 2010 pool rates as listed below. Motion carried.

Family season pass - $60.00

Adult single season pass - $35.00

Student single season pass - $30.00

Adult daily pass - $3.00

Student daily pass - $1.00

5 & under - Free

A Public Hearing was held at 8:00 p.m. for a Transfer of the Package Off-sale malt beverage license for Deb’s Mini Mart to Jill & Larry Hopf. No one appeared in favor or in opposition of granting the transfer. Motion was made by Viet, seconded by Ellefson to approve the transfer. Voting aye: Konda, Viet, Ellefson, Jeno. Voting nay: Herlyn. Motion carried.

Discussion was held on camping at the city park, with the decision made to amend the ordinance regarding limits on the length of time allowed for camping.

A Public Hearing was held at 8:10 p.m. for a 2010-2011 Package Off-sale malt beverage license for Donlan’s Foodland. No one appeared in favor or in opposition of granting the license. Motion was made by Konda, seconded by Ellefson to approve the license. Voting aye: Konda, Viet, Ellefson, Jeno. Voting nay: Herlyn. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Herlyn, seconded by Konda to approve having Muller attend the annual Finance Officer’s School in Mitchell on June 16-18, 2010. Motion carried.

A Public Hearing was held at 8:15 p.m. for Animal Permit Applications. An animal permit was submitted by Dora Unruh to house two horses at North Nebraska St., near the ball diamond. No one appeared in favor or in opposition of granting the permit. Motion was made by Jeno, seconded by Ellefson to grant the permit. Motion carried. An animal permit was submitted by Paul and Margie Luke to house 12 ewes, 2 horses, 1 burro and 12 hens at 205 E. 5^th St. No one appeared in favor or in opposition of granting the permit. Motion was made by Viet, seconded by Konda to grant the permit. Motion carried.

Discussion was held on the sanitary sewer improvements project, with City Engineer Jon Fischer present. Drainage concerns were addressed, with it advised that all issues will be taken care of prior to oiling. The proposed Park Avenue & Hieb Street sewer projects and 5^th Street storm sewer project were discussed, with no action taken.

Doug VonEye was present and addressed the board regarding a request to construct a large shed. Zoning ordinances were reviewed. It was advised a variance will need to be obtained. VonEye was advised to proceed on the matter with the Zoning Administrator.

A property concern pertaining to the sewer construction was discussed. Joel Bialas was present for the discussion. It was advised the necessary work will get underway this week.

Discussion was held on interest from the subdivider in oiling South Main Avenue, with it advised that the subdivider is responsible for the cost of the initial oiling of the street as per the subdivision ordinances.

Council appreciation was expressed to Globke, Herlyn and Jerry Herlyn, as well as all community volunteers, for their efforts with the Community Clean Up.

It was advised City Superintendent Hopf will be retiring on January 17, 2011.

Discussion was held on obtaining additional mowing labor for the 2011 season, with the decision made to address the matter during the August budget preparations.

Motion was made by Herlyn, seconded by Jeno to accept and approve the 2009 Annual Report presented by Finance Officer Muller. Motion carried.

Discussion was held on nuisance properties, with addresses submitted to Muller. It was advised each property will be inspected by the sheriff’s office, with photo documentation obtained. Notices will be directed to the properties found to be in violation of the ordinance(s). Follow up discussion was held on a property upkeep matter, with it advised that the property owner has addressed the matter to the satisfaction of the council.

Additional information was presented and discussion was held on Marion’s involvement as a pass- through community in the 2010 Argus Leader Tour de Kota on Monday, June 7^th. It was advised the city park will be the designated food distribution/rest area for the riders, with refreshments provided by the Marion FFA and a Relay for Life committee.

No discussion was held or action taken on the citizen concern agenda item, Noise concern, as no one appeared before the Council to address the item.

Motion was made by Viet, seconded by Konda to adjourn at 9:45 p.m. Motion carried.

Pursuant to the call and the notice thereof, the School Board of the Marion School District 60-3, Marion, Turner County, SD met in regular session on the tenth day of May, 2010 at 5:30 pm.

Members Present: Bartscher, Koehn, Langerock, Nelson, and Preheim. Absent: None.

Officers Present: Denise Fox, Superintendent; Adam Shaw, Secondary Principal; and Aaron Thompson, Business Manager. Absent: None.

Guests Present: Chris Goeb & Brian Shabino – Lunchtime Solutions, Barry Schroeter – CBM Managed Services, Clinton Even, Dylan Schmidt, Ryan Peterson, Austin Schmidt, Brady Viet, Jordan Tunge, Hannah Adrian, Austin VanDiepen, Michael VanDiepen, Angie VanDiepen, John Even, Emily Even, Cassie Engbrecht, Diane Engbrecht, Deann Schmidt, Tami Miller, Cynda Rae Miller, Connor McVay, Rita McVay, Charles Deurmeier, Taylor Koehn.

Call to order was made by President of the School Board, Peter Preheim, at 5:30 pm.

Action 09/10-129: Agenda – On motion by Bartscher, second by Nelson to amend the agenda to the following: 3 – Delegations, 4 – Food Service Bids, 5 – Approve Minutes, 6 – Approve Financial Reports, 7 – Bills for Consideration, 8 – Teacher Reports, 9 – Board Reports, 10 – Business Manager Report, 11 – Principal/AD Reports, 12 – Superintendent Report, 19 – Board Matters (Executive Session), 20 – Adjourn; and then to approve the agenda. Motion carried.

Several parents and students came before the Board to discuss classroom issues.

Action 09/10-130: Personnel – On motion by Nelson, second by Koehn to go into executive session for the purpose of Personnel Matters at 5:38 pm. Motion carried. President of the School Board, Peter Preheim, declared out of executive session at 5:50 pm.

Representatives from Lunchtime Solutions and CBM Managed Services presented the Board with information on their food service management operations and fielded questions about possibly contracting with the District. Food Service bid details were shared with the Board. A decision will be made at the next regular Board meeting whether the District will contract the food service program.

Action 09/10-131: Minutes – On motion by Langerock, second by Nelson to approve the previous month’s minutes, and to acknowledge receipt of the Cornbelt Educational Cooperative minutes. Motion carried.

Action 09/10-132: Financial Reports – On motion by Bartscher, second by Koehn to approve the financial reports of the District as shown in Table 1 (to be published in paper). Motion carried.

Action 09/10-133: Bills for Consideration – On motion by Nelson, second by Bartscher to approve the following claims against the District for the month of May, and then to approve checks to be issued in their payment. Motion carried. (Bills to be published in paper)

There were no Teacher Reports.

School Board President Peter Preheim asked the Board to come to the June Board meeting with Board and School District suggestions for the 2010/2011 school year. He also asked for input and resolution requests to ASBSD for the 2011 SD Legislative sessions.

There was no Business Manager report.

Adam Shaw gave the Secondary Principal and Athletic Director reports. He informed the Board on Students of the Month, the Seniors vs. Faculty Basketball game, the Physics Expo, football jerseys to be ordered, the Academic Awards Banquet, upcoming golf and track meets, and Credit Recovery updates. Mr. Shaw also presented the Board with the 2010/2011 athletic schedules.

The Board took a recess at 6:59 pm for the Band & Choir concert. They came back in session at 8:05 pm.

There was no Superintendent report.

The Board of Education recognized the 2010 Marion High School Senior Class graduates.

Action 09/10-134: SDHSAA Ballots – On motion by Langerock, second by Nelson to cast a ballot for Rick Weber for the East River At-Large position on the 2010 SDHSAA Official Ballot. Motion carried.

Action 09/10-135: SDHSAA Ballots – On motion by Bartscher, second by Koehn to cast a ballot for Gene Brownell for the Division I Representative position on the 2010 SDHSAA Official Ballot. Motion carried.

Action 09/10-136: SDHSAA Ballots – On motion by Koehn, second by Langerock to vote “Yes” on Amendment Number 1 on the 2010 SDHSAA Official Ballot. Motion carried.

The 2010/2011 Marion School District preliminary budget was discussed. The School Board canvassed the 2010 Marion School Board Election results.

Action 09/10-137: Approve Negotiations – On motion by Koehn, second by Langerock to approve the Certified Staff Negotiated Agreement as presented to the Board for the 2010/2011 fiscal school year. A copy of the agreement will be kept on file in the Business Office. Motion carried.

Action 09/10-138: Resignation – On motion by Nelson, second by Bartscher to accept the resignation of Marcia Harms as Art Teacher and to thank her for her years of service to the District. Motion carried.

Action 09/10-139: Resignation – On motion by Bartscher, second by Koehn to accept the resignation of Aaron Schmeling as Band/Vocal Teacher and to thank him for his years of service to the District. Motion carried.

Action 09/10-140: Re-Issue Contract – On motion by Nelson, second by Bartscher to re-issue a contract to Dean Schoenwald as Co-Head Wrestling Coach for the 2010/2011 fiscal school year, with salary to be published in July, 2010. Motion carried.

Action 09/10-141: School Board Matters – On motion by Bartscher, second by Langerock to go into executive session for the purpose of School Board Matters at 9:08 pm. Motion carried. President of the School Board, Peter Preheim, declared out of executive session at 10:22 pm.

Action 09/10-142: Adjourn – On motion by Langerock, second by Bartscher to adjourn the school board meeting at 10:22 pm. Motion carried.

The Marion Business & Professional Organization met on Thursday, May 13, 2010 at 12:00 p.m. at the Tieszen Memorial Home with 15 members in attendance. Businesses present were: Al’s Studio, Central Farmers, City Econ. Dev. Coordinator, CPA Heather Hofer, Donlan’s Foodland, Getskow Pharmacy, Marion Record, Postmaster Diane Schoenwald, Rapp Chevrolet, Rex’s Plumbing, SEFP, Southeastern Electric, Tieszen Chiropractic Clinic and Tieszen Memorial Home.

Kari Muller, Secretary/Treasurer, distributed the April 8^th meeting minutes and a financial report, with both approved as presented.

Discussion was held on the promotional drawing for the month of June. The decision was made to hold a drawing for a gift certificate, as donated by Getskow Pharmacy.

The Summer Celebration events were discussed. The Free Bingo event hosted by the organization will be held on Saturday, June 19^th at the Legion Hall beginning at 1:00 p.m. Refreshments will be provided and donations from the business community will be sought for the prizes. It was decided the organization would again enter a float in the parade to be held on Saturday the 19^th.

Additional information was presented and discussion was held on Marion’s involvement as a pass-through community in the 2010 Argus Leader Tour de Kota on Monday, June 7^th. It was advised the city park will be the designated food distribution/rest area for the riders, with refreshments provided by the Marion FFA and a Relay for Life committee. Discussion was held on various aspects, including signage, advertising, music and seating.

Nancy Larsen, SEFP facilitator, distributed her annual report. Larsen also reported on recent activity.

Queena Getskow advised Getskow Pharmacy will be relocating this summer to the former Wild Bill’s Creations building located at 105 N. Broadway Avenue.

Matt Donlan provided an update on the proposed Community Center project. Donlan advised a committee has been established consisting of the following members: Ryan Wieman, Donlan, Adam Shaw, Dee Herlyn, Karen Laible, Dustin Sulzle, Katrina Luke. It was advised the committee is working on blueprints for an 80 X 120 building.

The next meeting will be at 12:00 p.m. on June 10, 2010 at the Tieszen Memorial Home.