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- Agenda and minutes: Council approved the meeting agenda and the May 19 minutes by voice vote.
- Claims and bills: Council approved interim bills totaling $143,495.68; current claims of $52,922.03; and Wells Fargo credit card claims for $14,524.70.
- Special sale alcoholic beverage licenses: Council approved license applications from the Hot Springs Rotary Club for the Chamber of Commerce concert series and the Fourth of July dance event at Centennial Park (dates given in the transcript: concert series dates in June/July and July 3 for the dance). Council later set a public hearing for a special sale license application from the Hot Springs Elks Club for the Arts & Crafts Festival (hearing set for June 16 at 7:15 p.m.).
- Proclamations: The mayor read proclamations recognizing Amateur Radio Week and United States Army Day; these are ceremonial and were entered into the record.
- Resolution 2025‑13: Council approved Resolution 2025‑13 establishing a priority listing of long‑standing event holders for city park use to help avoid scheduling conflicts for recurring events.
- Special meeting: Council set a special meeting for Monday, June 9 at 9 a.m. at the Mueller Civic Center to canvass the 2025 municipal election and declare results by resolution.
- AWOS contract and safety plan: Council authorized the owner–contractor agreement with Efremson Electric and approved an associated safety plan compliance document (see separate article for details).
- Accessory apartment: Council approved a use‑permitted‑on‑review application by Lisa Cruz at 706 Jennings Avenue (see separate article).
- Ordinances: First readings of Ordinance 1268 (Title 15, Chapter 154 revisions) and Ordinance 1269 (Title 15, Chapter 155 revisions, including signs) were approved by roll call votes.
- Facility use agreement: Council approved a facility use agreement between the South Dakota High School Activities Association and Southern Hills Golf Course to host the 2027 Girls State A (Aid) Golf Tournament (June 2027 dates recorded).
- Memorandum of Understanding: Council authorized a memorandum of understanding with Dakota State University to participate in the Secure SD cybersecurity program; council noted prior penetration testing and ongoing technical assistance from DSU.
- Tax abatement: Council approved a requested tax abatement for Fall River County parcel number 72100‑00300‑012‑00 in the amount of $589.92 due to a late application to a tax reduction program.
- Plat approvals and appointments: Council approved a plat for Tracks 1–4, Block 8, Eaton Addition (formerly Lots 9–16) after P&Z review; later the council postponed final action on a separate plat (referred to as JG) pending utility verification and a developer’s agreement. Council reappointed Jane Ferrell to the library board for a three‑year term (2025–2028).

All actions recorded as “passes” in the transcript were approved by voice vote unless the record shows a roll call; two first readings were taken by roll call with unanimous yes votes among those present. When dollar amounts or ordinance numbers were read aloud in the meeting, the transcript text was used; where details were stated as pending (for example, FAA grant award), the transcript language is noted and the item remains contingent on the external action.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City of Hot Springs, SD City Council Meeting June 2, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","A roundup of motions and votes recorded at the Hot Springs City Council meeting, including claims and bills approvals, event licenses, MOU with Dakota State University, facility use agreement for 2027 golf tournament, tax abatement, plat action, and appointments.","taxTitle","Hot Springs, Fall River County, South Dakota","taxId",74356,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6541112,"Council approves accessory apartment at 706 Jennings Avenue for new owner",467,1251000,1718000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3664944-b29fbf4e57e34378904c87f8af2da715&start=1251&end=1718","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3664944-b29fbf4e57e34378904c87f8af2da715/thumbnail_1251000.jpg","/articles/6541112/Hot-Springs/Fall-River-County/South-Dakota/Council-approves-accessory-apartment-at-706-Jennings-Avenue-for-new-owner","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6541112-97253b66803623f39b64b6d051a9ba09/orig.mp4?Expires=1771169825&Signature=Np5yV~wuhMfgdzB5eCLZ3kL2gn9L1q3PA3DXBUqHlzJbl~xyTuX6L6x0Czej9Hv~5ppW6C66BScBcqNbGqMzdY3zX~ud7p8gyi-gSfGDuKoimGiaxiG25mh~UwEBzEHB1hftqEAFVPx95BPFquA27zy4qual74LNiLFegVVtE-4XN9tR0E243jyydUROsqs0vdk11r0Hf0tV2xgzAULT7qPe1UrnVeCLIyo1Suw2hspX8X8vbV-03dKz~tak8SbnGZv986KCyXcgFFRFgpvsQ8C~9EBk~b9DE3AoEu8kvhrochS5CtvU~zWTRDj~7iP3RvDc-5zOR8rTLshOlKJz9g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Hot Springs City Council approved a use‑permitted‑on‑review application by Lisa Cruz for an accessory apartment at 706 Jennings Avenue.

Cruz told the council the apartment existed when she purchased the building four years earlier and that she had not altered it. She said the prior owner obtained permits for the apartment. Cruz told council the apartment is on the same level as the showroom floor, has a backdoor exit and an egress window, and includes required firewall elements to meet building codes. She described two doors “in and out of the apartment” and said the unit was built through the city permit process.

Council members asked about emergency access from the alley behind the building and whether an ambulance or fire truck could turn around. Cruz and other speakers described the alley as a dead end used for parking, where drivers back out when leaving; they said a full turnaround for a large emergency vehicle is unlikely in the alley. A council member said that another upstairs apartment nearby is not subject to the same review because that use was not changing with the current application; staff confirmed the review is required because ownership changed.

After discussion, a council member moved to approve the use‑permitted‑on‑review application and the council approved the motion by voice vote.

Clarifying details captured during the hearing: the applicant said the apartment was permitted previously; it includes a required egress window, two doors for entry/exit, and firewall work completed under the prior owner’s permits. The alley at the rear is a dead end used for parking and requires backing out rather than a full turnaround.","The council approved a use‑permitted‑on‑review application by Lisa Cruz for an accessory apartment already present at 706 Jennings Ave. Council members questioned emergency egress and alley turnaround; the applicant said the apartment was permitted under prior ownership and includes required egress and code‑compliant features.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6541117,"Council postpones approval of JG plat pending utilities and developer agreement",788,3158000,3946000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3664944-b29fbf4e57e34378904c87f8af2da715&start=3158&end=3946","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3664944-b29fbf4e57e34378904c87f8af2da715/thumbnail_3158000.jpg","/articles/6541117/Hot-Springs/Fall-River-County/South-Dakota/Council-postpones-approval-of-JG-plat-pending-utilities-and-developer-agreement","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6541117-ab43393907f6701fb6b1e49203f2ad12/orig.mp4?Expires=1771169825&Signature=Kyn0SDU33hnd1970AR0NXiboo3OZ0JYo8rSoFzNrjE3qKrfQc~WWx~ap73vJ4B5TxIJn3NhvmJ1Z7wAsyMXxs6ljOPmheqSNMbFRhSgEjTn-tJN2XNf4ccvTVQsq7tDFo57pzLnh0FkgrbCzTPXZFkV4ezA5Mfr0AqsKNhLZWO0nDpslFbIZsVWfP7kLibwMVNr5c0NbVlbUL5ncsFD~J2y66cKPGNYVnwLGkjIgQ-jD8kghK4pn3GS3RMBcGR5F8Ptmsg6uP4-Ze8yKs~~f-FPXiFi-avvjSSWWTbyX0Smf3iH9EH2Mscz4hhYprk9uB8UxiFK79ntNtT9QQJTK9w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City Council voted to postpone approval of the plat referred to in the meeting as “JG” after Planning & Zoning reported that city utilities for the newly created lots had not been identified.

Planning & Zoning members told council the proposed division met minimum lot size and setback criteria but that utility locations and service connections had not been clarified. P&Z recommended the applicants provide an exhibit showing utilities and a developer’s agreement that obligates the owner to install required improvements prior to final plat approval. Council members and staff flagged the risk of approving a plat that would leave lots without access to sewer or water or with existing utility lines crossing newly created lots.

Councilor discussion noted that developer’s agreements have been used in other recent plats (for example, Garden Street) to ensure utilities and curb stops are installed prior to final approval. The council adopted a motion to postpone action on the plat and asked staff to return the item when utilities, easements, and any necessary developer’s‑agreement exhibits are provided.

Clarifying details: Planning & Zoning identified a city water line crossing the area proposed for a right‑of‑way vacation; the line needs to be located and an access easement platted. Council instructed staff to require a developer’s agreement documenting required utility work before final council action on the plat.","After Planning & Zoning raised concerns that utility locations were not identified for a proposed subdivision (plat JG), the council voted to postpone final approval until utilities and developer‑agreement items are clarified.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6541122,"Council approves first readings of subdivision and zoning ordinance revisions; temporary sign rules eased for historic district",995,1799000,2794000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3664944-b29fbf4e57e34378904c87f8af2da715&start=1799&end=2794","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3664944-b29fbf4e57e34378904c87f8af2da715/thumbnail_1799000.jpg","/articles/6541122/Hot-Springs/Fall-River-County/South-Dakota/Council-approves-first-readings-of-subdivision-and-zoning-ordinance-revisions-temporary-sign-rules-eased-for-historic-district","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6541122-2ad3ac28e92d163002f241994c63a735/orig.mp4?Expires=1771169825&Signature=Jol2Vuxl43kKTEvmypY~ptXdYi1X3lV1dHQajKosVkYIyPhTHGNRRcRReFi75kNKsu1GuzChKPvZy-E3A2Js3gLBJg2jvqwIZDaJseCusyDGNbZoMHB5mzmgvv0oNvppF77kNnjKPfAya2vQHvSHwKvvw-U1I88l2K46LgstTneN4-7ho1ec-RmJz3X~FSLPM8Nm5fheqVeLGyV6kQb~yDibO6O-S3RqPhdQzwJKVV32uPMqLZn84vkIwNvQfNvJo66qw06YLAKMyOdInHD5MLmxK5LiVwx2LYRKsLyqkzbgj5tGhPoZcyrqDR6RkTY1z9oG1nmlNHeBCo6LuP8UNA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Council gave first reading approval to two ordinance revisions affecting Title 15 (Subdivisions, Chapter 154) and Title 15/Chapter 155 (Zoning) and recorded roll‑call votes in favor of both measures.

The changes to subdivision rules clarify requirements for secondary access and dead‑end limits. Staff said the revision codifies a maximum of 20 dwelling units on a single dead‑end lane but permits combinations that total up to 40 units where a split access design is used; the ordinance also specifies turnaround requirements at intervals along long lanes and includes an exception for constrained terrain. Planning staff said the change responds to a recommendation in the locality’s pre‑disaster mitigation plan to reduce the number of single‑egress subdivisions.

On zoning, the council removed a dated map reference so the code will refer to the “most current” certified City of Hot Springs zoning map rather than a calendar date, and it approved language changes for signage. City Administrator Jacqueline Kelsey described work with business owners and historic preservation stakeholders to allow certain temporary banner‑style attention devices in the historic district using pre‑approved tasteful color and font options; larger freestanding portable signs will still require zoning administrator approval. Kelsey said the aim was to reduce permit friction for small attention devices while curbing oversized promotional displays.

Both ordinances passed their first readings by roll call. The transcript records “yes” votes from the full council present during the roll calls (names recorded in the roll calls). Councilmembers and staff thanked the Planning & Zoning volunteers and consultants who worked on the updates.

Clarifying details: the ordinance numbers in the meeting were read as “12 68” and “12 69” for the first readings; the zoning map language was changed to reference the most current certified map rather than a specific approval date; the temporary sign approach includes a set of preapproved colors (deep blue and tan / sandstone and rosy brown) and limits on size and font while allowing personalization of copy for businesses.

The council scheduled follow‑up as the ordinances proceed to second reading and final adoption.","Hot Springs City Council approved first readings of two ordinances revising subdivision and zoning chapters, including numeric clarifications for secondary access, removing a fixed map date, and a new temporary sign regime for the historic district to allow tasteful banner flags without individual permits.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6541127,"Hot Springs council approves $387,145 AWOS‑3 contract; city share listed at $9,678.64 pending FAA grant",91,1148000,1239000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3664944-b29fbf4e57e34378904c87f8af2da715&start=1148&end=1239","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3664944-b29fbf4e57e34378904c87f8af2da715/thumbnail_1148000.jpg","/articles/6541127/Hot-Springs/Fall-River-County/South-Dakota/Hot-Springs-council-approves-387145-AWOS3-contract-city-share-listed-at-967864-pending-FAA-grant","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6541127-1ebba82dee553b280d7a68a7447a5611/orig.mp4?Expires=1771169825&Signature=VFSOHeMgbrzRJhAv8wfkYfOmKMPWb4m~MWBuKWu1310VQAw-BV6X0nlm8NCtlKp7mVL3zuXx1jC3GUyoSqbU7sns17UfYSrzQQLVnAWejzrO2SqjCXrLX4v-OCofyMvAYNoc72HwNJq28NkNayLeRAcNYpA0z0GfT2c5ac5LpIw-5A5Ko5ns4vOpyzEuYtUYoELvMg2Q-9kJsXPdlPTdcg92stXU04DJ8vO2-jfK2QWAKxCuDsZarEt-ruZhKDYM8uV8wjl-e2wdxTYMZVTx8SIOLI8eu64oHCdI5XBWbW9e8vPZdpnvhXQeXlpDhsYZWvuPbkXvdex7MUMSsjvG1A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Hot Springs City Council voted to approve and authorize the mayor to sign a contract with Efremson Electric Inc. for $387,145.44 to construct an Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS‑3).

City staff said the project includes Division 1 work and an add‑alternate, and that FAA and state grant funding is anticipated to reimburse the city for 97.5% of the cost. When the FAA grant is awarded, the city share was identified as $9,678.64.

City administrators asked the council to approve a related safety plan compliance document and a notice to proceed tied to the AWOS contract; council approved that item in the same meeting. Council members asked whether the AWOS would produce a certified weather observation that local media could access; staff answered that the system will provide certified observations but that media use would be at the outlet’s discretion.

The agreement approved by the council authorizes the mayor to sign the owner–contractor contract with Efremson Electric; the FAA grant award and final reimbursement figure remain subject to the FAA’s approval process.

Clarifying details: the contract amount in the motion was $387,145.44; the stated anticipated grant reimbursement rate is 97.5%, leaving a reported city share of $9,678.64 “when awarded.” The council approved both the contract authorization and the associated safety plan compliance document by voice votes.

The project will proceed administratively while the city waits for the FAA funding determination.","City council authorized an owner‑contractor agreement with Efremson Electric to install an automated weather observing system (AWOS‑3). The city expects a federal/state grant to cover 97.5% of the cost; a city share of $9,678.64 was disclosed, contingent on the FAA award.","actionData","errors"]

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Votes at a glance: Hot Springs council actions June 3, 2025

Council approves accessory apartment at 706 Jennings Avenue for new owner

Council postpones approval of JG plat pending utilities and developer agreement

Council approves first readings of subdivision and zoning ordinance revisions; temporary sign rules eased for historic district

Hot Springs council approves $387,145 AWOS‑3 contract; city share listed at $9,678.64 pending FAA grant