Minnehaha County Commission Meeting - September 8th, 2026

The Minnehaha County Commission held a meeting on September 8, 2026, where several procurement-related matters were addressed. The commission approved the disposal of an outdated phone system after 13 years of use and the installation of a new 3CX phone system, citing the need for updated software and security enhancements. Additionally, the commission approved joint election agreements with the cities of Baltic, Brandon, and the town of Humboldt for upcoming elections, including cost-sharing arrangements for election expenses. The county auditor provided an update on election processes, including a post-election audit and ongoing efforts to acquire specialized software to comply with new laws regarding the release of cast vote records and ballot images. The meeting also included public comments focused on concerns about the Flock ALPR (Automatic License Plate Reader) contract and surveillance issues, though no direct procurement actions were taken on that topic during this session.