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City Council Meeting - Media
Published: Jul 6, 2026
Dean Myers Elected Council President, Larry Clarenbee Vice President; Amy Davison Appointed to Arts Board
The City Council elected Dean Myers as Council President and Larry Clarenbee as Council Vice President for the upcoming year. Additionally, Amy Davison was appointed to the Arts and Public Places Advisory Board as the planning commission representative, filling the final open position on the board.
BHSU Foundation Fee Waivers Approved for New 10-Plex Student Housing Project
The City Council approved a request from BHSU Foundation to waive building permit fees, tap fees, meter costs, and fire suppression fees for the construction of a new 10-plex unit. The waiver is capped at $30,000. The foundation intends this project as a long-term, stable investment to support its annual funding of approximately $4 million for students, diversifying its investment portfolio beyond traditional stock markets and index funds.
Spearfish Police Outline Enforcement Strategy for E-Dirt Bikes Amid Legal Ambiguities
The Police Department is implementing an enforcement action plan for motorized bikes (referred to as e-dirt bikes) due to their increasing prevalence and the legal ambiguities surrounding their use on public roads and paths. South Dakota law does not currently provide a clear statutory definition or licensing path for two-wheeled electric off-road vehicles for highway use, creating a 'statutory gap.' The department will classify these as off-road vehicles and enforce violations on sidewalks, rec paths, and streets based on specific statutes, while prioritizing education and parental involvement, especially for younger riders. These bikes are generally restricted to private property unless made street legal through a complex process.
City Council Approves Revised Engineering Design Standards, Mandating 100-Year Storm Event Consideration
The City Council held public hearings and approved the second reading of seven ordinances related to engineering design standards. These ordinances, forming part of agenda item 11B, are intended to consolidate and clarify engineering practices for land development. The adopted standards will improve communication and coordination for developers, consultants, and city staff. A key change is the shift from a 50-year to a 100-year storm event for major drainage conveyance elements to align with FEMA standards and mitigate future flooding risks. The standards will be reviewed annually, with a specific review mandated for July 2027.
Yellowstone Place and Wyoming Court Drainage Project Awarded for $372,568.10 Amidst Estimate Concerns
The City Council approved awarding the bid for the Yellowstone Place and Wyoming Court Drainage Project to American Contracting Consulting LLC for $372,568.10. This project is part of an $850,000 budget allocated for three projects, but only two are proceeding this year. The bid is above the engineer's estimate of $293,000, primarily due to the cost of a specific, non-standard size box culvert required for the project. Despite being over estimate, staff and the engineer recommend award as the pricing is otherwise in line with expectations and within the overall budget for the two current projects.
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