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Corson County Commission Proceedings June 9, 2015

The Corson County Board of County Commissioners met in the Commissioner Room of the Courthouse on June 9, 2015. Chairman Stephen Keller called the meeting to order at 9:15 a.m. with Commissioners Shawn Hinsz and Edward Schock present. Darren Bauer and Donald Pazie were absent.

Approve Minutes

All voted in favor of a motion by Schock, seconded by Hinsz, to approve the minutes of the May 5, 2015 meeting.

Approve Agenda

All voted in favor of a motion by Hinsz, seconded by Schock, to approve the agenda as presented.

Highway Report

Discussion was held on gravel, road conditions, speed limit signs, and Keldron Road project. No action taken.

Superintendent Schell presented a quote from Jensen Rock & Sand, Inc. for the paving and sealing of courthouse parking lots in the amount of $24,865.00. Following discussion, all voted in favor of a motion by Schock, seconded by Hinsz to accept the bid from Jensen Rock & Sand.

Township Bonds

All voted in favor of a motion by Schock, seconded by Hinsz, to approve the following township bonds:

Township Clerk Treasurer

Custer Gwen Tatro Steve O’Donnell

Watauga Terri Baumeister Cindy Nehl

Prairie View Teresa Dillman Chris Bailey

Rolling Green Dale Kvale Shane Lynch

Pleasant Ridge Jody Miller Kenya Lafferty

Ridgeland Robert Hollenbeck Esther Hahne

Budget

Discussion was held on insurance renewal rates. Consensus was to figure a 25% increase in premium for 2016 budgeting purposes.

Cell Phone Policy

All voted in favor of a motion by Hinsz, seconded by Schock to implement the following wireless telecommunication device policy effective immediately and make it a part of the personnel handbook.

WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION DEVICE POLICY

Corson County recognizes that wireless telecommunication devices are necessary conveniences of the business world and may be sole personal phone for county employees. However, deadly crashes involving drivers distracted by using wireless telecommunication devices, including without limitation text messaging, highlight a growing danger on the roads nationwide. Use of a wireless telecommunication device causes drivers to take their eyes off the road and at least one hand off the steering wheel, endangering themselves and others. Corson County requires that our employees follow the policy set below for their own safety and the safety of others.

1. Definition:

(A) “Wireless communication device,” any wireless electronic communication device that provides for voice or data communication between two or more parties, including a mobile or cellular telephone, a text messaging device, a personal digital assistant that sends or receives messages, an audio-video player that sends or receives messages, or a laptop computer. A wireless communication device does not include global positioning or navigation system (GPS) used to receive driving directions.

(B) “Voice operated or hands free technology,” technology that allows a user to write, send, or listen to a text-based communication without the use of either hand except to activate, deactivate, or initiate a feature or function; and

(C) “Write, send, or read a text-based communication,” using an electronic wireless communications device to manually communicate with any person using text-based communication including communications referred to as a text message, instant message, or electronic mail.

(D) “Electronic message” means a self-contained piece of digital communication that is designed or intended to be transmitted between physical devices. The term includes e-mail, a text message, an instant message, a command or request to access a worldwide web page, or other data that uses a commonly recognized electronic communications protocol. The term does not include:

(1) Reading, selecting, or entering a telephone number, an extension number, or voice mail retrieval codes and commands into an electronic device for the purpose of initiating or receiving a telephone or cellular phone call or using voice commands to initiate or receive a telephone or cellular phone call;

(2) Inputting, selecting, or reading information on a global positioning system device or other navigation system device;

(3) Voice or other data transmitted as a result of making a telephone or cellular phone call; or

(4) Data transmitted automatically by a wireless communication device without direct initiation by an individual.

2. Employees are not permitted to use a wireless communication device to write, send, or read a text-based communication while operating a motor vehicle. Corson County has a zero tolerance policy regarding using wireless communication devices while driving. Safety must come before all other concerns.

3. The prohibition set for in ¶2 above does not apply to an employee who is using a handheld electronic wireless communication device:

(A) While the vehicle is lawfully parked;

(B) To contact any emergency public safety answering point or dispatch center;

(C) To write, read, select, or enter a telephone number or name in an electronic wireless communications device for the purpose of making or receiving a telephone call; or

(D) When using voice operated or hands free technology.

4. Employees who are charged with traffic violations resulting from the use of their phone while driving will be solely responsible for all liabilities that result from such actions.

5. Violations of this policy will be subject to the highest forms of discipline, including termination.

6. Corson County reserves the right to amend or alter the terms of this policy.

Notary

Consensus of the Board was to have Treasurer Heather Gall proceed with becoming a notary public.

4-H

Dawne Donner met with the commission to discuss upcoming 4-H events, 4-H Club checking account, and repairs needed at 4-H building. The Corson County Fair is scheduled for August 7th-9th.

Diane Anderson informed the board that Sherry Ternes, Deputy Register of Deeds, will begin employment on June 15th.

Malt Beverage Hearing

Ray Maxon, Jess Maxon, and Jim Peetree representing T-Spoons Corner were present for the malt beverage license renewal hearing. States Attorney, Eric Bogue appeared telephonically. Following discussion, all voted in favor of a motion by Hinsz, seconded by Schock, to table the renewal of the following license until July 7, 2015:

Ray Maxon, T-Spoons Corner, McLaughlin, South Dakota, Outlot Q1 in SW¼ of 5-21-27 Lot B Retail (on-off sale) Malt Beverage

No one appeared to represent Grand River Casino and Convenience Store, Broken Arrow Bar & Supper Club and Kenel Community Store. Following discussion, all voted in favor of a motion by Schock, seconded by Hinsz, to renew the following licenses:

Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, Grand River Casino, Mobridge, South Dakota, SE¼ of 35-19-29 less 10 acres, Retail (on-off sale) Malt Beverage

Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, Grand River Casino Convenience Store (The Bay), NE¼NE¼ and N½SE¼NE¼ of 36-19-29 and W½NW¼NW¼ 31-19-30 Package (off-sale) Malt Beverage

Samuel Claymore, Jr., Broken Arrow Bar & Supper Club, McLaughlin, South Dakota, Part of SW¼SE¼ 5-21-27 Retail (on-off sale) Malt Beverage

Ernest and Wendy Martinez, Kenel Community Store, McLaughlin, South Dakota, NE¼ 24-22-29 Package (off-sale) Malt Beverage

Statement of Fees Collected Approved:

Auditor’s Account with Treasurer

April 2015 Cash on hand: $1,599.17, Checks in Treasurer’s possession less than 3 days: $118,731.38, Demand Deposits: $314,191.66, Time Deposits: $2,873,146.63, Petty Cash: $1,157.00

The following bills were presented and ordered paid out of their respective funds:

Salaries of officials and employees by department:

Commission 2558.35

Auditor 5047.42

Treasurer 4703.43

States Attorney 3553.34

General Government Buildings 4170.65

Director of Equalization Wages 3426.16

Veterans Service Officer Wages 110.00

Sheriff 15611.30

E911 250.00

4-H Secretary 1092.34

Weed & Pest 1920.00

Road & Bridge 32265.66

OASI 5539.01

South Dakota Retirement System 4458.10

Group Insurance 13539.30

The following bills were presented and ordered paid out of their respective funds:

A&B BUSINESS, INC 788.03 Office Supplies, DIANE ANDERSON 122.10 Mileage, AVERA QUEEN OF PEACE 64.90 Lab Fees, DARREN BAUER 82.03 Meeting/Mileage, BEADLE'S CHEVROLET 176.83 Parts,Labor, BEADLE'S SALES 160.24 Parts, Labor, TAMMY BERTOLOTTO 158.87 Mileage/Meals, BEN BIEBER 109.04 Meeting/Mileage, BIEGLER EQUIPMENT 12.90 Clamp/Hose, DELLA BLOCK 94.92 Plants, EDWARD O BLOCK 5000.00 Lots, MELVA BRENNER 35.14 Vacuum Filters, BRIDGE CITY BAIT & SM ENGINE 37.98 Mower Parts, BUTLER MACHINERY 1644.18 Parts, LOYSON CARDA 74.00 Mileage, CENTRAL DIESEL SALES 65.84 Shop Supplies, CENTURYLINK 86.58 Long Distance Service, CENTURYLINK 783.58 Monthly Service, CITY OF MCINTOSH 144.15 Utilities, CITY OF MCLAUGHLIN 78.62 Utilities, CITY OF MOBRIDGE 1672.14 E911 Remittance, CONNECTING POINT 441.25 Labor/Networking, COUNTRY INNS & SUITES MINOT 460.00 Lodging, CRAWFORD TRUCKS & EQUIPMENT 280.44 Plates, THE CURRENT CONNECTION 112.49 Labor, CUSTOM STRIPES & RECREATION 42.16 Mower Blades, DAKOTA COMMUNICATIONS 651.31 Radio,Antenna, DAKOTA OIL 696.03 DEF,Bluegard,Pwr Service Dsl, DAKOTA PLAINS LEGAL SVCS 1115.25 Court Appt'd Atty Fees, ALAN DALE 22.79 Meals, DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE 500.00 Malt Beverage Renewals, ECOLAB PEST ELIM DIV 98.50 Rodent Control, FARMERS UNION OIL 31.78 Lockpin,Staples,ATF, G & O PAPER SUPPLIES 171.50 Paper Towels, HEATHER I. GALL 43.79 Pop Machine Supplies, GALLS INC 46.73 Gloves, GRAND RIVER CASINO 25.00 Reimbursement, GTC AUTO PARTS INC 673.71 Refrigrnt,Filters,Fuel,Oil, SHAWN HINSZ 262.70 Mileage, JAYNE M HUBER 137.80 Mileage/Meals, INTERSTATE POWER SYSTEMS 164.66 Hydraulic Filter, STEPHEN KELLER 244.20 Mileage, LABRENSZ INC 692.61 Parts,Labor,Mileage, LANDIS MACHINE 68.00 Lathe Work, CHRIS LYNCH 104.60 Meeting/Mileage, MAC'S INC 151.18 Shop Supplies, MCINTOSH CO-OP 7460.85 Nozzle,Ethanol,Diesel, MCLEOD'S PRINTING & SUPPLY 440.24 Laser Checks, MONTANA DAKOTA UTILITIES 1136.00 Utilities, SID MILLIKEN 109.04 Meeting/Mileage, MOBRIDGE REGIONAL HOSPITAL 65.00 Lab Fees, MOREAU GRAND ELECTRIC 209.06 Utilities, NADA APPRAISAL GUIDES 75.00 Renewal, CORSON SIOUX NEWS MESSENGER 238.23 Publishing, NORTHWEST FARM & HOME SUPPLY 100.94 Weed Killer,Cedar Chips, Paint, NW TIRE INC 1469.48 Tire, Parts, Tube, OAHE VETERINARY HOSPITAL 38.79 Vet Supplies, PHARMCHEM, INC 450.00 Sweat Patch Analysis, PHEASANTLAND INDUSTRIES 320.97 Shirts/Reflective Tape, PHILS JACK & JILL 343.22 Office/Cleaning Supplies, PRAXAIR DISTRIBUTION INC 42.85 Cylinder Rental, PREMIER EQUIPMENT, LLC 39.14 Bearing Cup, Timken Tape, RAMKOTA INN 371.96 Lodging, R D O EQUIPMENT COMPANY 1593.49 Credit,Switch,Parts/Labor, RON'S REPAIR 20.00 Tire Repair, RUNNINGS FARM & FLEET 494.05 Supplies, ED SCHOCK 39.96 Mileage, SOUTH DAKOTA FEDERAL PROPERTY 408.00 Hose,Bolts,Welding Equipment, SD ASS'N OF CO COMMISSIONERS 455.83 CLERP Pymt, SD ASS'N OF COUNTY OFFICIALS 130.00 Modernization/Preservation, SERVALL 327.07 Rug Service, STANDING ROCK TELECOM 230.25 Wireless Service, STATE TREASURER 104272.97 Animal Damage Control,Lab,MV, SIOUX VALLEY ENVIRONMENTAL 83.00 Meter, T C & G WATER ASSOC, INC 65.00 Yearly Fee, TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC 2980.89 DocuPro Maintenance, VISA 305.59 Gasoline, WALWORTH COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT 80.00 Board of Prisoners, WEST RIVER COOP TELEPHONE CO. 140.90 Wireless Service, WEST RIVER TELECOMMUNICATIONS 202.66 Utilities, SD WHEAT GROWERS 1453.85 Data Logging, Chemical, CORSON COUNTY TREASURER 129.75 Partial Payment, CORSON COUNTY TREASURER 68.33 Partial Payment, AVERA QUEEN OF PEACE 64.90 Lab Fees, CORSON COUNTY TREASURER 10.58 Partial Payment, NATIONAL SHERIFFS ASSOCIATION 66.00 Membership Dues, SD ASSOC OF HIGHWAY SUPT 30.00 Registration Fee, CORSON COUNTY TREASURER 70.74 Partial Payment, MCINTOSH POSTMASTER 772.60 Postage, VISA 790.18 Paper/Gas/Shredder, AMERICAN FAMILY LIFE ASSURANCE 65.66 Partial Cancer/Intensive Care Premium, PRINCIPAL LIFE INS CO

Adjourn

There being no further business, Schock made a motion, seconded by Hinsz, to adjourn the meeting at 1:43 p.m. All in favor. Next regular commission meeting will be held July 7, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.

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Tammy Bertolotto, Corson County Auditor Stephen Keller, Commission Chairman

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