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Council to hold informational study session on Initiated Measure 28 ahead of election
Summary
Councilmember Rasmussen requested and the council approved a study session to inform the public about Initiated Measure 28 (the grocery tax) with presentations from city staff, economic development partners and invited trade groups; staff will coordinate a date, likely in September.
Councilmember Rasmussen asked the council to schedule a study session before voting opens on Initiated Measure 28 so residents can learn about the measure’s potential impacts. Rasmussen asked staff to invite city staff presenters, local economic development partners and representatives from the South Dakota Municipal League and the South Dakota Retailers Association for an informational session.
Mayor and councilmembers agreed and approved scheduling the session; council discussed aiming for a September date and asked staff to coordinate logistics so the public can be informed in advance of voting.
This item is an informational study session and does not change city policy; it was approved as a staff-directed informational meeting to improve community understanding ahead of the election.
