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Chamber event and alcohol license: Eric Ortness, executive director of the chamber, told the commission the Downtown MadTown concert series holds six events (dates spanning mid-July and August). The chamber will block streets and operate the event venues; the commission approved the requested temporary retail on-sale alcohol license by voice vote. Ortness said the chamber moved one event date to avoid conflict with a city Miracle Treat Day event and hopes to attract Dakota State University students to later events in August.

Miracle Treat Day banner and fundraising plans: Delon Mork, representing Dairy Queen, presented the Miracle Treat Day plans and requested permission to install a temporary banner over Egan Avenue reading a Miracle Treat Day message (the marketing firm proposed a \"Miracle City\" naming for a short time around the event). Mork said the local franchise intends to pay for the banner and installation, requested the banner be in place roughly three weeks (about three weeks before through one week after the event), and asked the commission to allow the sign for a short timeframe; the commission approved the request.

Mork provided event details: the local Dairy Queen operation is observing its twentieth Miracle Treat Day in-store and hopes local fundraising this year will reach a $100,000 goal to push the store's cumulative fundraising past $1,000,000 for Children’s Miracle Network charities. Fundraising activities include in-store sales, an online raffle (beef quarters, a sauna, a cold plunge tub, a furniture item), children's ceiling-tile art from hospital patients, and a concert featuring country artist Kafe Anderson. Mork said he hired a marketing firm to expand outreach and that Dairy Queen corporate agreed to support select social-media promotion.

City coordination: Jamieson (city staff) told the commission staff can coordinate social-media promotion and limited staff help with event logistics within reasonable staff capacity. The commission approved both the license and the temporary banner request by voice vote.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","July 7, 2025 City Commission Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","The commission approved a temporary retail on-sale alcohol license for the Greater Madison Area Chamber of Commerce’s Downtown MadTown concert series and granted Dairy Queen permission to install a temporary \"Miracle City\" banner on Egan Avenue for Miracle Treat Day fundraising.","taxTitle","Madison, Lake County, South Dakota","taxId",69081,"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},6551787,"Commission directs staff to craft in-house parks master plan to guide future amenities and grants",344,2021000,2365000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5327659-b08addcdd6278538c6e135bb821ea53c&start=2021&end=2365","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5327659-b08addcdd6278538c6e135bb821ea53c/thumbnail_2021000.jpg","/articles/6551787/Madison/Lake-County/South-Dakota/Commission-directs-staff-to-craft-in-house-parks-master-plan-to-guide-future-amenities-and-grants","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6551787-10d799e314681cf3c8e9196715302f00/orig.mp4?Expires=1771154967&Signature=mQ0Kd1-p6zMYAref85U1RQ2WFFU16zKLZk-1bWqCpwgF0ESYFxIXQhuu5a3Bdu5OwMhNuRB0eZKJQhM3JpR4DdERajNQxmTgoUXWtTdknCfY7VwJmNNqGG-ZQqa5W6eAkZBO-Yq-650V2roncCH-OQIQJEWIlxn6U02ffu5qqKV-Ks4Zttg779nRNWKCj0joJjOZea0h~ChYQgjAk30GCEbkhvrz4WPQezRVlL3yfIvsz-yFKdyGgf6B251MoiD5f-6io8LOlAqVOyDIX2qlUFT0paf-iuCD5B2YIXPOJHoXDN6JyKoP64wTQ305FFkxlZQlgYtKs4WpTiOl0Bq3sQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Madison City Commission on July 7 directed staff to create a parks master plan using in-house resources, public engagement and existing survey data. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote.

Why it matters: a master plan would prioritize park investments, guide amenity additions and strengthen applications for grant funding. Staff said hiring an external consultant could easily exceed $50,000; the city intends to produce the plan internally and use targeted public outreach for depth and breadth of input.

Staff and parks-board role: city staff said the parks board will play a close role in plan development. Staff proposed a mixed engagement approach including a broad community survey, focus groups and public meetings to allow both quantitative and qualitative feedback. Staff also noted several recent surveys and plans (a recreational-trail master plan completed internally, a 2021 capital-improvement survey and an East Center Park survey from last fall) that would be incorporated into the new parks master plan.

Next steps: staff will develop a public engagement plan and timeline and return progress updates to the commission. The commission said the plan will be useful for budgeting and prioritizing park investments and for strengthening grant applications.","Madison commissioners voted July 7 to direct city staff to develop a parks master plan using internal resources and previous survey data rather than hiring an external consultant, with the parks board in support.",{"_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},6551791,"Commission advances first reading of ordinance to regulate electric scooters, one-wheelers and similar devices",385,1192000,1577000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5327659-b08addcdd6278538c6e135bb821ea53c&start=1192&end=1577","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5327659-b08addcdd6278538c6e135bb821ea53c/thumbnail_1192000.jpg","/articles/6551791/Madison/Lake-County/South-Dakota/Commission-advances-first-reading-of-ordinance-to-regulate-electric-scooters-one-wheelers-and-similar-devices","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6551791-db92dbc660fc3b8524b039ed193d5375/orig.mp4?Expires=1771154967&Signature=ER15YdUmqwt6Udis8Nkm-~J2F~8KcilthbI7fwpduTnUW9Txoo-8kT7ZAsOJYShcbazFxadOH4tEPTpSkgPYtjEH97GzHu56aV2yOFa38GEhmazCcpDMjBc4eFyv-POxBpXxB1XZlN9O2v5JdQypeswFQMvaSk4TADyPt0qDwGmPDbhbds8V8DtoM8RpjcOhhVyuD9wi~0Xtd3~qcmJBbcfDU8F~HQcjpaKOchHezWCsUPnsekj9zSMpr77Fo5KCB837nAbGkcoBQk4JGZJJjG4omABaQWtav2jNI9Ypyt0q4N~d3ce5f77ps~aSTFqnjpRBr2CeVZxoQKzKqBFJuA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Madison advanced the first reading of Ordinance 16-80 on July 7, a measure city staff said is intended to standardize rules for electrically propelled devices such as scooters, e-bikes, one-wheel boards and similar vehicles.

The proposal places those devices under the same code provisions that govern bicycles and sets specific operating requirements: a maximum speed of 15 miles per hour on sidewalks; devices operating at speeds in excess of 20 miles per hour must be operated with a helmet and eye protection; lights and reflectors are required consistent with the bicycle provisions; and operators must obey traffic-control devices and all other rules in Article 40 of the city code. Staff said the measure is intended to enhance safety for pedestrians and motorists.

Why it matters: commissioners and staff said the devices are growing in prevalence and that inconsistent behavior (zipping across intersections or moving quickly on sidewalks) raises safety concerns for vulnerable road users. City staff noted officers have spent weeks educating users about existing rules and recommended clearer, codified standards.

Notable details from the discussion:

- Speed limits: the ordinance text discussed at the meeting sets a 15 mph maximum for devices on sidewalks; devices exceeding 20 mph would trigger mandatory protective-equipment requirements.

- Age and equipment: staff pointed to existing code that prohibits children under 12 from operating bicycles on streets after 9 p.m.; the proposed ordinance would carry similar lighting and reflector requirements to devices classified as bicycles.

- Enforcement and education: staff said enforcement has been primarily educational to date; the ordinance would give officers a clearer code basis to cite unsafe operators.

Commission action: commissioners approved the ordinance’s first reading and directed staff to proceed with the ordinance process. No public opposition or formal amendments were recorded during the meeting’s discussion.","On July 7 Madison commissioners approved the first reading of Ordinance 16-80, which would treat wheeled electronically propelled devices under existing bicycle rules, cap sidewalk speeds at 15 mph and require helmet and eye protection for devices exceeding 20 mph.",{"_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},6551797,"Commission approves TIF District No. 7 for proposed multifamily project; developer outlines costs, timeline",788,3527000,4315000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5327659-b08addcdd6278538c6e135bb821ea53c&start=3527&end=4315","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5327659-b08addcdd6278538c6e135bb821ea53c/thumbnail_3527000.jpg","/articles/6551797/Madison/Lake-County/South-Dakota/Commission-approves-TIF-District-No-7-for-proposed-multifamily-project-developer-outlines-costs-timeline","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6551797-33188180845384885c9bce0ba5443309/orig.mp4?Expires=1771154967&Signature=lIGnZon3C7XwerpsE6Ezr6zu~ZNWxdlwR69tvA-SjUlIsJyK04Y~wno8bOF-6Vk-n88tIgmGxYDzAixjZVuNdcpFozX4UH8tfV4i6SKQuCICmpJueOT7bVzQisMTHEG-Vglj3CzKi9-2ax12xpOHHiU4PIr6IC8IRlW-iyGFa79YW77ajcG-PeVi1Oc288YkxE9T2Goawjqq97T8EEKq6qSucVTS95HdnG2q1F~R32AMUiQsTEv5iB1GwLZ6b2UEqb2QfKF0HYYOQLhL~al-VvfKYFEfnua9zI2SabN~WxVhoK1ffiejjmwj4-dpFljscOPGln6sy5QWXaVxSD7xKA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Madison on July 7 approved three separate actions to create Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District No. 7 and to authorize a development agreement with Sodak Construction to support a proposed multifamily housing project.

Why it matters: the TIF framework lets the city commit future incremental property-tax revenue from the developed site to reimburse eligible site-improvement and infrastructure costs the developer incurs. City staff and the developer said the arrangement places repayment risk on the developer and does not create constitutional debt for the city.

Developer presentation: Kellen Bluedorn of Sodak Construction described the proposed development as a multi-building multifamily project and detailed a unit mix for a 12-plex building type (each 12-plex configured with eight two-bedroom units, two one-bedrooms and two studios). Toby Morris of Collier Security, who assisted with the TIF presentation, told the commission the developer has a proven track record and that the project aligns with Madison’s 2022 housing study, which identified demand for one- and two-bedroom apartments.

Costs and timeline: the developer and staff identified approximately $1,080,000 in eligible project expenditures in the TIF project plan (land, engineering, site work and infrastructure). Toby Morris described a projected amortization horizon of about 15–16 years under current property-tax conditions but cautioned that changes to state property-tax policy would alter that projection. The developer said it intends to begin site work in the fall, pending final documentation.

Key restrictions and responsibilities: meeting discussion and the project plan specify an affordability restriction tied to program terms: the Department of Revenue reviewed and verified the project’s affordable-housing qualification for the stated period; the developer must certify actual incurred costs before the city reimburses from increment. The commission also learned the new internal streets to serve the development will be privately owned and maintained, not city streets.

Process and review: the project previously underwent planning-commission review and was approved as a conditional use in the applicable zoning district. City counsel and outside counsel reviewed the development agreement before the commission approved it.

What’s next: city staff will finalize and execute the development agreement, record the TIF documents and the developer will provide a schedule and certified costs for reimbursement. Staff said they will return with executed agreements and any follow-up details to the commission.","Madison commissioners approved the resolution, project plan and development agreement creating Tax Increment Financing District No. 7 to support a proposed multifamily housing development. Developer told the commission eligible project costs total roughly $1,080,000 and that streets serving the development will be private.",{"_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},6551802,"Commission approves series of permits, contracts and local plans in July 7 meeting",3797,509000,4306000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5327659-b08addcdd6278538c6e135bb821ea53c&start=509&end=4306","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5327659-b08addcdd6278538c6e135bb821ea53c/thumbnail_509000.jpg","/articles/6551802/Madison/Lake-County/South-Dakota/Commission-approves-series-of-permits-contracts-and-local-plans-in-July-7-meeting","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6551802-4038515f9761f13f43eb8a6102c4fac5/orig.mp4?Expires=1771154967&Signature=FgiUH3VBCn1pW8-9GYP1-u5KVfEHbR6MAe4qJhKbGYafe9n-fXarU8v8cpeOtadUnO3X73IHDGcKf22bgeTGgefgSOrg1Y8ukz-T2eYC2I00Ddl85MdnMds4eUmk4iXVXrECxnCpSS-Q7e-cDg77SxvR76CqfByYLZ3nCS3S5DEjk5CMmGt7Hb4e1EZTVc3yUy4NQv2DK7OAPBAS5zHORKxeFlUD1ljzPPpAvZJlcoeV6EbVV9MxghdNGzOI4ia99wQzFAWP4Xa21RnS6xZVKzgTZSneUcgzllNTVkFJ0-s0ACG8iYH6vKbAD-TyvVX5GIrCmHSf1fRRviMAabtfiA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Madison Commission on July 7 approved a package of permits, first-reading legislation, construction contract adjustments and planning actions during a regularly scheduled meeting.

That list included authorization for the mayor to sign an amended permit to occupy the right-of-way with Dakota State University; approval of a temporary retail on-sale alcohol license for the Greater Madison Area Chamber of Commerce for the Downtown \"MadTown\" concert series; a city-approved banner for Dairy Queen’s Miracle Treat Day; adoption of the first reading of ordinance 16-80 to regulate wheeled electronically propelled devices on city streets and sidewalks; a construction change order for the North Egan Avenue reconstruction; an engineering-services amendment for Madison Water System Improvements; direction to staff to create an in-house parks master plan; acknowledgment of Commissioner Sarah Cronin’s resignation effective Aug. 1, 2025; and approval of an expedited application process to fill the resulting commission vacancy.

The commission also took three related actions to create and support Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District No. 7 for a proposed multifamily housing project: approval of a resolution to create the district, approval of the TIF project plan, and approval of the development agreement with the developer (Sodak Construction). City staff and the developer said the plan would reimburse eligible site- and infrastructure-related expenses from future incremental property-tax revenues; the developer presented a projected total eligible cost of $1,080,000 and estimated a repayment horizon of roughly 15–16 years under current conditions.

Most votes were taken by voice and recorded as carried. Where item details were provided in the meeting packet or by staff, the commission relied on staff summaries and project presentations before voting.

Votes at a glance (outcomes and key details):

- Authorize mayor to sign amended permit to occupy right-of-way with Dakota State University — approved (motion carried by voice). Background: this updates an agreement previously approved in January; the permit was revised to include an alternate indemnification clause and an exhibit (agenda item 17).

- Approve temporary retail on-sale alcohol license for Greater Madison Area Chamber of Commerce, Downtown MadTown (concert series; six events in July/August) — approved (voice vote). (agenda items 18–19)

- Approve request from Dairy Queen for Miracle Treat Day banner over Egan/Eagan Avenue (\"Miracle City\" banner for a short period around the event) and city coordination support — approved (motion carried). Dairy Queen representative Delon Mork said the store seeks to set a $100,000 local fundraising goal this year to push its in-store cumulative charitable total past $1,000,000 and will pay for the banner and installation.

- First reading of ordinance 16-80, regulation of wheeled electronically propelled devices (defines devices as operating under bicycle rules; sets a 15 mph limit on sidewalks; requires helmet and eye protection for devices operating over 20 mph; requires lights/reflectors and compliance with Article 40 ordinances) — first reading approved (motion carried). (agenda item 21)

- Approve Change Order No. 1, North Egan Avenue Reconstruction and Utility Improvements (Winter Contracting LLC): includes a sewer service adjustment increasing a fitting cost from $400 to $500 and a 10-working-day extension to phase 1 interim completion; mayor/staff said the extension does not affect the overall project completion date — approved (agenda item 25).

- Approve Madison Water System Improvements Engineering Services Amendment No. 1 (Banner Associates Inc.): net contract deduction of $223,325.32 across several design contracts (streets, storm sewer, sanitary sewer decreased; water main engineering increased ~$12,500) as staff reconciled final engineering fees and liquidated-damage assessments — approved (agenda item 26).

- Direct staff to create an in-house parks master plan (staff will use prior surveys and internal resources rather than hiring a consultant; parks board supportive) — approved (agenda item 27).

- Acknowledge resignation of Commissioner Sarah Cronin effective Aug. 1, 2025 — acknowledged (agenda item 28).

- Approve expedited application and appointment process for city commission vacancy (applications to be released immediately, due July 16; interviews July 22; swearing-in possible by Aug. 4) — approved (agenda item 29).

- Approve Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District No. 7: 1) Resolution creating district; 2) Project plan approval; 3) Development agreement with Sodak Construction (eligible expenditures, reimbursement from future incremental property-tax revenues; developer-provided estimate $1,080,000) — all three actions approved (agenda items 22–24). Developer representatives told the commission the project was planned as multifamily housing with an affordability restriction for a portion of the rents during the initial five-year period, and that the proposed streets serving the development will be privately owned and maintained.

City staff said most of the votes were routine and supported by the meeting packet materials and prior planning-commission review. No recorded roll-call tallies with named votes were provided in the audio for these motions; the minutes indicate motions carried by voice vote or unanimous aye.

The commission closed the regular agenda and moved to an executive session at the meeting's end.","The City of Madison commission approved a set of routine and project actions July 7, including a permit with Dakota State University, a temporary alcohol license for downtown events, construction change orders, a parks master plan direction and three separate approvals to create Tax Increment Financing District No. 7.","actionData","errors"]

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