Minnehaha County Commission Meeting - March 3rd, 2026

The Minnehaha County Commission held a meeting on March 3, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of owner change order number four, which reduced the construction contingency by over $500,000 for an ongoing project. The commission also authorized the chair to sign an audiovisual equipment installation agreement with Forte for the Juvenile Justice Center, facilitating coordination with the construction contractor. Additionally, the commission approved a joint agreement for combined elections with the City of Sioux Falls and Lincoln County. Presentations included the Southeastern Council of Government's annual report highlighting significant financing secured for infrastructure projects, and the Planning and Parks Department's annual update covering building permits, zoning activities, and upcoming fee amendments. The Highway Department reported successful grant awards for bridge replacements totaling over $1.7 million, aided by a recent wheel tax increase. No new rezoning requests were approved as one was withdrawn. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn after all items were passed by roll call vote.