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Board transfers Salix drainage district control to City of Salix after public testimony; vote 4–1
Summary
After public comment from Salix officials and landowners, the Board approved a resolution transferring management of the Salix drainage district to the City of Salix; one supervisor voted against the transfer and urged continued county oversight or trusteeship options.
The Woodbury County Board of Supervisors voted 4–1 to transfer local management of the Salix drainage district to the City of Salix following public testimony that the city and its residents want control.
Supervisor Aung moved the resolution and Supervisor Bittinger seconded. The motion carried with Supervisor Dietrich recorded in opposition. The board voted to approve the resolution after more than an hour of discussion and public comment that focused on representation, continuity and next steps if landowners seek trusteeship.
Mayor Kevin Nelson of Salix told the board the city council has consistently sought control of the drainage district since a petition in November 2022. “The petition from November 2022 yes,…
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