June 3, 2026 | Pennington County Planning Commission Meeting - Live

The Pennington County Planning Commission held a meeting on June 3, 2026, covering a range of topics including appointments to the Planning and Redevelopment Commissions, wage adjustments for law enforcement deputies, and approval of a tax increment finance (TIF) district for the Black Hills Marketplace development. The commission approved a 3% market wage adjustment for certified law enforcement deputies effective July 5, 2026, citing competitive pressures from neighboring agencies and budget adjustments to cover the cost without supplemental funding. They also authorized the purchase of bulk diesel and gasoline products through state contracts to achieve cost savings. Additionally, the commission approved administrative changes to agreements with the Black Hills National Forest Service and authorized a $100,000 aggregate crushing agreement planned for 2027. The meeting included discussions on updating human resources job descriptions and organizational structure, with motions to approve revised HR generalist and manager roles while deferring some decisions until a new HR director is hired. The commission also declared certain county properties as surplus for potential sale. The approval of the TIF district involved a $68.8 million allocation for public infrastructure improvements to support a mixed-use commercial and residential development projected to generate significant property and sales tax revenue over 30 years. Overall, the meeting focused on procurement-related decisions involving contracts, budget allocations, and personnel adjustments to support county operations and development projects.