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City of Brookings
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Brookings City Council
Brookings City & County
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520 3rd St., Suite 230
Brookings, SD 57006
Phone: (605) 692-6281
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Room 310, Chambers6:00 PMTuesday, March 27, 2018
The City of Brookings is committed to providing a high quality of life for its citizens and fostering a diverse
economic base through innovative thinking, strategic planning, and proactive, fiscally responsible municipal
management.
6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING
1. Call to Order / Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Record of Council Attendance.
3. Consent Agenda:
Action: Motion to Approve, Request Public Comment, Roll Call
Matters appearing on the Consent Agenda are expected to be non-controversial and will
be acted upon by the Council at one time, without discussion, unless a member of the
Council or City Manager requests an opportunity to address any given item. Items
removed from the Consent Agenda will be discussed at the beginning of the formal
items. Approval by the Council of the Consent Agenda items means that the
recommendation of the City Manager is approved along with the terms and conditions
described in the agenda supporting documentation.
3.A. Action to approve the agenda.
3.B.ID 2018-0149 Action to approve the March 13, 2018 City Council Minutes.
3/13/2018 CC MinutesAttachments:
3.C.ID 2018-0150 Action to schedule a special council meeting on April 3, 2018.
3.D.RES 18-023 Action to approve Resolution 18-023, a Resolution Authorizing the Mayor
to Sign an Agreement for Project PP-PS 3301(12), PCN 0613, Medary
Avenue Rail Crossing Project, Brookings, SD.
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Resolution
Agreement
Attachments:
3.E.ID 2018-0155 Action to abate the 2017 Drainage Fee and Interest for Parcel Number
40625-00200-003-05, located at 721 20th Avenue on Lot 3A, Block 2,
University First Addition in the City of Brookings, South Dakota.
Abatement FormAttachments:
4. Items removed from Consent Agenda.
Action: Motion to Approve, Request Public Comment, Roll Call
5. Open Forum/Presentations/Reports:
5.A.ID 2018-0151 “Tangle Town” - Public Arts Video.
5.B.ID 2018-0147 Public Inquiry about Modifying Snow Removal Operations by adding Snow
Gates to Equipment.
5.C.ID 2018-0029 National Volunteer Week Proclamation - April 15-21, 2018
ProclamationAttachments:
5.D. Open Forum.
At this time, any member of the public may request time on the agenda for an item not
listed. Items are typically scheduled for the end of the meeting; however, very brief
announcements or invitations will be allowed at this time.
5.E. SDSU Student Association Report.
6. Contracts/Change Orders:
6.A.RES 18-021 Action on Resolution 18-021, a Resolution awarding the Contract for
Remodeling Office and Meeting Space in the Swiftel Center.
ResolutionAttachments:
Action: Motion to Approve, Request Public Comment, Roll Call
6.B.RES 18-022 Action on Resolution 18-022, a Resolution awarding the Contract on the
2018-04SSI, 8th Street & 20th Avenue Drainage Improvement Project.
Resolution
Map
Attachments:
Action: Motion to Approve, Request Public Comment, Roll Call
7. Ordinance First Readings:
No vote is taken on the first reading of an Ordinance. The title of the Ordinance is read
and the date for the public hearing is announced.
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8. Public Hearings and Second Readings:
8.A.ORD 18-005 Public Hearing and Action on Ordinance 18-005, an Ordinance Amending
Chapter 26 of the Ordinances of the City of Brookings to include the
regulation of Transportation Network Companies in the City of Brookings.
Ordinance - clean
Ordinance - marked
Attachments:
Action: Open & Close Public Hearing, Motion to Approve, Roll Call
8.B.RES 18-016 Public Hearing and Action on Resolution 18-016, a Resolution authorizing
the City Manager to enter into an Operating Agreement for a Liquor
License for Apple BRK, LLC, dba Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar,
Jonathan Rolph, David Rolph, and Gregory Stroud, owners, 3001 LeFevre
Dr., Brookings, SD, legal description: S 225’ of Lot 8, LeFevre Addition.
Resolution
Operating Agreement
Hearing Notice
Attachments:
Action: Open & Close Public Hearing, Motion to Approve, Roll Call
9. Other Business:
10. City Council member introduction of topics for future discussion.
Any Council Member may request discussion of any issue at a future meeting only.
Items cannot be added for action at this meeting. A motion and second is required
stating the issue, requested outcome, and time. A majority vote is required.
11. Adjourn.
Brookings City Council: Keith Corbett, Mayor, Mary Kidwiler, Deputy Mayor & Council Member
Council Members Patty Bacon, Dan Hansen, Ope Niemeyer, Holly Tilton Byrne, and Nick Wendell
Council Staff:
Jeffrey W. Weldon, City Manager Steven Britzman, City Attorney Shari Thornes, City Clerk
View the City Council Meeting Live on the City Government Access Channel 9.
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The complete City Council agenda packet is available on the city website: www.cityofbrookings.org
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Clerk, at (605)692-6281 or sthornes@cityofbrookings.org. If you require additional assistance, alternative formats,
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ADA Coordinator, at (605)692-6281 at least three working days prior to the meeting.
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City of Brookings
Staff Report
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Third Street
Brookings, SD 57006
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File #:ID 2018-0149,Version:1
Action to approve the March 13, 2018 City Council Minutes.
Attachments:
3/13/2018 Minutes
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Brookings City Council
March 13, 2018 (unapproved)
The Brookings City Council held a meeting on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at 5:00 p.m., at
City Hall with the following City Council members present: Mayor Keith Corbett, Council
Members Mary Kidwiler, Dan Hansen, Holly Tilton Byrne, Nick Wendell, Patty Bacon,
and Ope Niemeyer. City Manager Jeff Weldon, City Attorney Steve Britzman, and
Communications Specialist Laurie Carruthers were also present.
5:00 PM Study Session
The City Council held discussions on the following: the 2018-2023 Strategic Plan
suggested format, and the list of potential recommended action steps identified by the
Affordable Housing Task Force Final Report.
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Consent Agenda. A motion was made by Council Member Hansen, seconded by
Council Member Niemeyer, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the
following vote: Yes: 7 - Corbett, Niemeyer, Hansen, Kidwiler, Bacon, Wendell, and
Tilton Byrne.
A. Action to approve the agenda.
B. Action to approve the February 27, 2018 City Council Minutes.
C. Action on an appointment to the Hospital Board: Lynn Darnall (term expires
1/1/2020).
D. Action to approve Resolution 18-024, a Resolution amending the Residential
Contractor’s Licensing Fee for Certain Building Projects.
Resolution 18-024 - A Resolution Amending the
Residential Contractor’s Licensing Fee for Certain Building Projects
Whereas, the City desires to assist Interlakes Community Action, Inc. and Habitat for
Humanity with construction of affordable housing within the City of Brookings; and
Whereas, Interlakes Community Action, Inc. and Habitat for Humanity have undertaken
several affordable housing projects to serve the residents of the City of Brookings.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the annual Residential Contractor’s Licensing Fee
be waived for Interlakes Community Action, Inc. and Habitat for Humanity.
Open Forum. Rainer Westall lives at 2011 Western Avenue S. He is currently on a
septic system, but understands there are plans to install a permanent sewer system. He
wants to know when this project will occur and any possibility to advance it on the City’s
project list. City Manager Weldon stated the 20th Street Improvement Project is
scheduled for 2018 and would include water and sewer systems, but the City is still
working through the details. Residents along this project would be responsible for the
service line extensions from the right-of-way to the house. Westall will meet with
Weldon.
First District Planning and Development. Todd Kays, First District Planning and
Development Executive Director, provided an update on First District activities to the
City Council.
City of Brookings Financial Report. Shawna Costello, Finance Director, presented
the 2017 "unaudited" Annual City of Brookings Financial Report.
FIRST READING – Ordinance 18-005. Introduction and First Reading was held on
Ordinance 18-005, an Ordinance Amending Chapter 26 of the Ordinances of the City of
Brookings to include the regulation of Transportation Network Companies in the City of
Brookings. Public Hearing: March 27, 2018.
Ordinance 18-003. A second reading was held on Ordinance 18-003, an Ordinance
authorizing Supplemental Appropriation #1 to the 2018 Budget. A motion was made by
Council Member Hansen, seconded by Council Member Kidwiler, that Ordinance 18-
003 be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 7 - Corbett, Niemeyer,
Hansen, Kidwiler, Bacon, Wendell, and Tilton Byrne.
City Council Member introduction of topics for future discussion. Council Member
Wendell requested the affordable housing conversation be continued at a future study
session, but before the Strategic Planning Session. Mayor Corbett scheduled a
continuation of the affordable housing discussion at a Study Session on April 24.
Adjourn. A motion was made by Council Member Hansen, seconded by Council
Member Wendell, to adjourn the meeting at 6:33 p.m. The motion carried by a
unanimous vote.
CITY OF BROOKINGS
Keith W. Corbett, Mayor
ATTEST:
Shari Thornes, City Clerk
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File #:ID 2018-0150,Version:1
Action to schedule a special council meeting on April 3, 2018.
State Law requires official Council action to schedule or cancel a meeting.
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File #:RES 18-023,Version:1
Action to approve Resolution 18-023, a Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Sign an Agreement for
Project PP-PS 3301(12), PCN 0613, Medary Avenue Rail Crossing Project, Brookings, SD.
Summary:
This resolution will authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement for Project PP-PS 3301(12), PCN
0613 for the installation of highway-rail grade crossing signals and precast concrete crossing
surfacing at the Medary Avenue railroad crossing in Brookings.
Background:
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has programmed Project PP-PS 3301
(12), PCN 0613, to construct rail crossing signals and precast concrete crossing surfacing at the
Medary Avenue railroad crossing. The project is being funded and administered by the SDDOT, and
is anticipated to be constructed in the 2018 construction season. The estimated total project cost for
the engineering and precast concrete crossing surface is $16,800.00. The City of Brookings’ share of
the project is 10%, which is anticipated to be $1,630.00. The City’s cost was included in the recent
budget amendment and the final actual cost will be based on as-constructed quantities.
The SDDOT will coordinate with Rapid City, Pierre & Eastern Railroad, Inc. for the rail crossing signal
construction as a separate project and will pay the 10% share of the signal cost.
As part of this project, the City agrees to install new sidewalk up to the new rail crossing and it will be
constructed after the rail signals and concrete crossing surfacing are installed. The sidewalk work
will be included in the Concrete Maintenance Project and will be bid separately. This project will
complete another railroad crossing signal for the City of Brookings, with only Western Avenue and 17
th Avenue South remaining.
Fiscal Impact:
The City’s share of the project is approximately $1,630.00.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval.
Attachments:
Resolution
Agreement
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Resolution 18-023
A Resolution for Authorizing the Mayor to Sign an Agreement for Project PP-PS
3301(12), PCN 0613, Medary Avenue Rail Crossing Signals, Brookings, SD
Whereas, the Brookings City Council desires the design, construction administration
and construction of highway rail grade crossing signals for Project PP-PS 3301(12),
PCN 0613 on Medary Avenue; and
Whereas, the City of Brookings is obligated and hereby agrees to provide the
associated roadway work required for the crossing surface and to maintain the roadway,
sidewalks and pavement markings at the highway-rail grade crossing as stated in the
Agreement between the City and the State of South Dakota; and
Whereas, the City of Brookings is obligated and hereby agrees to reimburse the State
the City’s 10% share of the participating project costs.
Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the Mayor is hereby authorized to sign the
Agreement and other related documents for Project PP-PS 3301(12), PCN 0613.
Passed and approved this 27th day of March, 2018.
CITY OF BROOKINGS
____________________________
Keith W. Corbett, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________
Shari Thornes, City Clerk
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File #:ID 2018-0155,Version:1
Action to abate the 2017 Drainage Fee and Interest for Parcel Number 40625-00200-003-05, located
at 721 20th Avenue on Lot 3A, Block 2, University First Addition in the City of Brookings, South
Dakota.
Summary:
This motion will authorize Brookings County to abate the 2017 Drainage Fee and Interest in the
amount of $178.98 for Parcel Number 40625-00200-003-00, located at 721 20th Avenue on Lot 3A,
Block 2, University First Addition.
Background:
Parcel Number 40625-00200-003-05 is located at 721 20th Avenue and owned by Ceres Women’s
Fraternity. The City and County made changes to the drainage fee billing in 2017 where several
fraternities were invoiced directly for their building’s drainage fees instead of including them on
SDSU’s Invoice. In 2017, the Ceres Women’s Fraternity was sent the incorrect information and paid
the drainage fee on a different fraternity’s parcel of land. This motion will abate the drainage fee and
interest in the amount of $178.98 from their parcel at 721 20th Avenue to make the correction.
Fiscal Impact:
None.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval.
Attachments:
Abatement Form
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File #:ID 2018-0151,Version:1
“Tangle Town” - Public Arts Video.
Summary:
The Brookings Public Arts Commission (BPAC) has produced a Public Education Video of Public Arts
in Brookings. The BPAC will present this video to the City Council and public.
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File #:ID 2018-0147,Version:1
Public Inquiry about Modifying Snow Removal Operations by adding Snow Gates to Equipment.
Summary:
The City has received an inquiry from a member of the public asking the City Council to
investigate/consider adding snow gates to plows for snow removal operations. Street Superintendent
Matt Bartley is collecting research on this issue and will present it at the meeting.
Fiscal Impact:
Unknown at this time.
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File #:ID 2018-0029,Version:2
National Volunteer Week Proclamation - April 15-21, 2018
Summary:
Sarah Lippert, Brookings Volunteer Connections Coordinator, will be accepting the Proclamation.
Attachments:
Proclamation
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MAYORAL PROCLAMATION
CITY OF BROOKINGS, SOUTH DAKOTA
WHEREAS: Every community member can effect positive change with any volunteer
action no matter how big or small; and in South Dakota, 240,933 people
volunteer annually; and
WHEREAS: Volunteers can connect with local community service opportunities
through hundreds of community service organizations like volunteer centers;
and
WHEREAS: Millions of volunteers working in their communities utilize their time and
talent daily to make a real difference in the lives of children, adults, and the
elderly; and
WHEREAS: During this week, all over the nation, service projects will be performed
and volunteers recognized for their commitment to service; and
WHEREAS: The giving of one’s self and service to another empowers the giver and the
recipient; and
WHEREAS: Experience teaches us that government by itself cannot solve all of our
nation’s social problems; and
WHEREAS: Our country’s volunteer force, which is over 62.6 million people, is a great
treasure.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Keith W. Corbett, Mayor of the City of
Brookings, do hereby proclaim April 15 through April 21, 2018 as:
NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK
And I urge all citizens to volunteer.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have placed the Seal of the City of Brookings, State of South
Dakota, this 27th day of March, 2018.
Keith W. Corbett, Mayor
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File #:RES 18-021,Version:1
Action on Resolution 18-021, a Resolution awarding the Contract for Remodeling Office and Meeting
Space in the Swiftel Center.
Summary:
The City Council previously purchased the County Resource Center (CRC) from Brookings County
which included two large meeting rooms, two small meeting rooms, and office space. The City
Council also previously authorized remodeling this space. This action provides for the remodeling
construction project.
Background:
The CRC has not undergone any significant improvements since it was built with the Swiftel Center in
1999. The remodeling of two, larger CRC meeting rooms will increase our capacity for meeting the
needs of conferences and meetings because the rooms will be a more attractive venue with suitable
technology. It also adds two, smaller rooms that were generally not available. The scope of work
includes mostly floor covering, paint, security systems, some HVAC modifications, and conference
room technology upgrades necessary to host conferences and meetings. The project was designed
by JLG Architects and let for bids which were received on March 13. The results of the bidding were
as follows:
Clark Drew Construction $193,750.00
Mills Construction $234,000.00
Ronning Enterprises $243,900.00
Fiscal Impact:
The architectural estimate for the project as described in the schematic budget presented to the City
Council on March 13 was $346,922. The low bid was 44 percent below the estimate. Funds for the
entire project will be from the Third Penny fund cash balance.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends awarding the contract to Clark Drew Construction.
Attachments:
Resolution
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Resolution 18-021
Resolution Awarding a Remodeling Contract for the Swiftel Center
Whereas, the City of Brookings authorized the advertisement of bids for a remodeling
project to certain office and meeting spaces at the Swiftel Center on January 9, 2018;
and
Whereas, the City of Brookings opened bids for said remodeling project on Tuesday,
March 13, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. at the Brookings City and County Government Center; and
Whereas, the City of Brookings received the following bids for the project:
Clark Drew Construction $193,750.00
Mills Construction $234,000.00
Ronning Enterprises $243,900.00
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the low bid of $193,750.00 from Clark Drew
Construction be accepted.
Adopted and approved this 27th day of March, 2018.
CITY OF BROOKINGS
_________________________
Keith W. Corbett, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________
Shari Thornes, City Clerk
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File #:RES 18-022,Version:1
Action on Resolution 18-022, a Resolution awarding the Contract on the 2018-04SSI, 8th Street & 20
th Avenue Drainage Improvement Project.
Summary:
This resolution will award bids for 2018-04SSI, 8th Street & 20th Avenue Drainage Improvement
Project to VJ Ahlers Excavating for the low bid of $181,893.33.
Background:
The 8th Street and 20th Avenue Drainage Improvement Project is located north of 6th Street and east
of Jackrabbit Avenue (previously 16th Avenue) as shown on the attached map. The drainage project
was identified as the first phase of the State Avenue watershed area and was designed by Banner
Associates. The work will include installing new storm sewer pipe and inlets, gravel, asphalt
pavement, curb ramps, and other miscellaneous work. The contractor will start exploratory
excavation (pot-hole coring) for utility depth locates in April or May, which will have a minimal effect
on traffic. The pipe and street construction work is scheduled to begin after May 14th with a deadline
of August 10th, 2018 and the work area will be closed during this phase.
The City held a bid letting at 1:30 PM on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at the Brookings City & County
Government Center and the following bids were received:
VJ Ahlers Excavating, Brookings, SD:$181,893.33
Bowes Construction, Inc., Brookings, SD:$185,683.68
Deboer Construction, Clear Lake, SD:$248,467.50
Duininck, Inc., Prinsburg, MN:$270,206.50
The bid prices were very competitive and the low bid of VJ Ahlers Excavating was approximately
38% lower than the Banners Associates Engineer’s Estimate, which was $291,424.00. This project
will be funded by the Storm Drainage Budget.
Fiscal Impact:
The City will enter into a contract with VJ Ahlers Excavating for the low bid amount of $181,893.33.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval.
Attachments:
Resolution
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Resolution 18-022
Resolution Awarding the Contract on the
2018-04SSI 8th Street & 20th Avenue Drainage Improvement Project
Whereas, the City of Brookings opened bids for 2018-04SSI 8th Street & 20th Avenue
Drainage Improvement Project on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at 1:30 pm at the
Brookings City & County Government Center; and
Whereas, the City of Brookings has received the following bids for 2018-04SSI 8
th
Street & 20th Avenue Drainage Improvement Project: VJ Ahlers Excavating -
$181,893.33, Bowes Construction, Inc. - $185,683.68, Deboer Construction –
248,467.50 and Duininck, Inc. - $270,206.50.
Now Therefore, Be It Resolved that the low bid of $181,893.33 for VJ Ahlers Excavating
be accepted.
Passed and approved this 27th day of March, 2018.
CITY OF BROOKINGS
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Keith W. Corbett, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________
Shari Thornes, City Clerk
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File #:ORD 18-005,Version:2
Public Hearing and Action on Ordinance 18-005, an Ordinance Amending Chapter 26 of the
Ordinances of the City of Brookings to include the regulation of Transportation Network Companies in
the City of Brookings.
Summary:The enclosed Ordinance is an amendment to the current regulations of Transportation
Network Companies (TNC) in the City of Brookings.
The initial ordinance regulating TNCs was adopted on January 12, 2016, which was prior to any
statewide regulations or guidance. Since that time, the State adopted insurance requirements.
The primary changes are as follows:
1)Vehicle inspections by the City would no longer be required. The transportation network
company would require that a personal vehicle used to provide any prearranged ride comply
with all applicable laws and rules concerning vehicle equipment as required by SDCL 32-40-6.
2)Drivers would not be individually licensed by the City, nor would they provide their insurance
requirements.
3)Background checks will be conducted by the TNC company instead of the City. The TNC
would conduct a local and national criminal background check for each applicant that shall
include: Multi-state/multi-jurisdiction criminal records locator or other similar commercial
nationwide database with validation (primary source search); National Sex Offender Registry
database; and obtain and review a driving history research report for such individual.
4)The TNC company insurance requirements were modified to correspond with South Dakota
Codified Laws.
Background:
A “ride-sharing” or Transportation Network Company (TNC) is a company that uses an online-
enabled platform to connect passengers with drivers using their personal, non-commercial, vehicles.
TNCs do not actually provide transportation services, but only serve to connect the provider with the
user.
The TNC organizes “prearranged” transportation services by using a smart phone application to
connect for-hire drivers using their personal vehicles with riders. Industry leaders include, Uber, Lyft,
and Sidecar. Each of these companies retain a maximum of 20% of the fare the user pays with his or
her credit card through the app and forwards the remainder to the driver's account.
Rides from a TNC are requested via a smart phone app by a pre-registered customer. Customers
establish an online account with credit card payment information prior to requesting a ride and
download an “app” on their smart phone. Customers enter their location and desired destination.
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The app provides a map view of available drivers, real-time locations, and proximity to the customer.
Cash is never paid to the driver and there is no tipping.
TNC drivers set their own schedule and can use their personal vehicle. Drivers sign up online with
TNCs. The TNC conducts a motor vehicle and criminal background check.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval.
Attachments:
Ordinance
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Ordinance 18-005
An Ordinance Amending Division 5 of Chapter 26 of the Ordinances of the
City of Brookings and Pertaining to Transportation Network Companies in the
City of Brookings.
Be It Ordained and Enacted by the Council of the City of Brookings, State of South
Dakota, as follows:
I.
DIVISION 5. - TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANIES (TNC)
Sec. 26-280. - Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a
different meaning:
Digital network means any online-enabled application, software, website, or system
offered or utilized by a TNC that enables the prearrangement of rides with TNC drivers.
TNC driver means a person who drives a vehicle for a transportation network
company.
Personal vehicle means a vehicle that is used by a TNC driver and is: owned,
leased, or otherwise authorized for use by the TNC driver; and which is not a taxicab,
limousine or vehicle for hire.
Prearranged ride means the provision of transportation by a driver to a rider,
beginning when a driver accepts a ride requested by a rider through a digital network
controlled by a TNC, continuing while the driver transports a requesting rider, and
ending when the last requesting rider departs from the personal vehicle. A prearranged
ride does not include transportation provided by a taxicab or vehicle for hire.
Transportation network company or TNC means an entity licensed pursuant to this
chapter that uses a digital network to connect passengers to transportation network
company services provided by transportation network company drivers. A TNC shall not
be deemed to control, direct or manage the personal vehicles or TNC drivers, except
where agreed to by written contract.
Transportation network company driver or TNC driver means an individual who
operates a personal vehicle who:
(a) Receives connections to potential passengers and related services from a TNC
in exchange for payment of a fee to the TNC; and
(b) Uses a personal vehicle to offer or provide a prearranged ride to riders upon
connection through a digital network controlled by a transportation network
company in return for compensation or payment of a fee.
Sec. 26-281. - Requirements for a transportation network company.
(a) Compliance with State vehicle equipment laws. A transportation network company
shall require that a personal vehicle used to provide any prearranged ride shall
comply with all applicable laws and rules concerning vehicle equipment as required
by SDCL 32-40-6. It is the duty of each TNC driver to submit to the chief of police
for inspection each vehicle at any time upon complaint, and the police department
may also inspect such TNC vehicles at other times as it deems necessary.
(b) No street hails.A TNC driver shall not solicit or accept street hails.
(c) No cash trips.The TNC shall adopt a policy prohibiting solicitation or acceptance of
cash payments or other compensation directly from passengers and notify TNC
drivers of such policy. TNC drivers shall not solicit or accept cash payments or other
compensation directly from passengers. Any payment for TNC services shall be
made only electronically using the TNC's digital network or software application.
(d) Fare collected for services.On behalf of a TNC driver, a TNC may charge a fare for
the services provided to passengers; provided that, if a fare is collected from a
passenger, the TNC shall disclose to passengers the fare calculation method on its
website or within the software application service. The TNC shall also provide
passengers with the applicable rates being charged and the option to receive an
estimated fare before the passenger enters the TNC driver's vehicle.
(e) Identification of TNC vehicles and drivers.The TNC's software application or
website shall display a picture of the TNC driver, and the license plate number of
the motor vehicle utilized for providing the TNC service before the passenger enters
the TNC driver's vehicle.
(f) Electronic receipt.Within a reasonable period of time following the completion of a
trip, a TNC shall transmit an electronic receipt to the passenger on behalf of the
TNC driver that lists:
a. The origin and destination of the trip;
b. The total time and distance of the trip; and
c. An itemization of the total fare paid, if any.
(g) Records.A TNC shall maintain the following records:
a. Individual trip records of passenger customers for at least one year from the date
each trip was provided; and
b. Individual records of TNC driver customers at least until the one-year anniversary
of the date on which a TNC driver's customer relationship with the TNC has
ended.
(h) Record inspection authority.
a. The city has the authority to inspect the records of the TNC as necessary to
investigate an alleged crime or violation of this chapter; accident involving a TNC
driver; or for other good cause. The TNC shall cooperate with the city to facilitate
the exchange of relevant information required in an investigation. The city shall
provide advance written notice at least seven days prior to any inspection, which
shall be conducted at a mutually agreed upon third-party location, or pursuant to
court order, grand jury, or investigative subpoena.
b. Any record or information made available by the TNC to the city pursuant to this
chapter is confidential and proprietary, and shall not be made public without
TNC's express written permission. If the city is required to disclose confidential
information under court order or other applicable law, the city shall promptly
notify the TNC of such requirement, prior to disclosure, and shall make diligent
efforts to limit disclosure pursuant to any available basis in South Dakota open
records law or other applicable law.
Sec. 26-282. - Application for transportation network company license.
(a) License required.A person shall not operate a TNC in Brookings without first having
obtained a license from the city clerk. The city shall grant a TNC license if satisfied
that the applicant has complied with all of the terms and provisions of this chapter
and if the evidence submitted in support of the application meets the conditions
precedent to granting the license.
(b) License issuance.The city clerk shall issue a license to each applicant that meets
the requirements for a TNC set forth in this chapter, and pays to the city an annual
permit fee as established by resolution of the city. A licensing year, for the purposes
of this section, begins January 1 and ends December 31 of the next year.
(c) Application requirements.The application shall include:
(1) The name and address of applicant;
(2) Trade name if any under which the license is to be exercised;
(3) If a partnership, the name and address of each partner;
(4) If a corporation, the names and addresses of the officers;
(5) Description of the activity to be carried on under the license;
(6) The name and contact information for an agent to be maintained for service of
process in the State of South Dakota.
(7) The applicant provides proof of sales tax license if applicable.
(d) Identification of TNC drivers.At the time of initial licensing and on a quarterly basis,
a TNC shall submit to the city a list of driver's license numbers and the state of
issuance for each active driver.
Sec. 26-283. - Insurance requirements—Transportation network company.
A TNC driver, or a TNC on the behalf of the TNC driver, shall maintain automobile
insurance pursuant to chapter 40 of Title 32 of the South Dakota Codified Laws.
Sec. 26-284. - Transportation network company driver requirements.
(a) Before allowing an individual to accept trip requests through a TNC's digital platform:
(1) The individual shall submit an application to the TNC, which includes information
regarding the proposed TNC driver’s address, age, driver's license, driving
history, motor vehicle registration, automobile liability insurance, and other
information required by the TNC;
(2) The TNC shall have a third party conduct a local and national criminal
background check for each applicant that shall include:
a. a. Multi-state/multi-jurisdiction criminal records locator or other similar
commercial nationwide database with validation (primary source search);
and
b. National Sex Offender Registry database;
c. The TNC shall review the results of (2a) and (2b) above for such individual
prior to allowing an individual to accept trip requests.
(3) The TNC shall obtain and review a driving history research report for such
individual prior to allowing an individual to accept trip requests.
(b) The TNC shall not permit an individual to act as a TNC driver on its digital platform
who:
(1) Has had more than three traffic offenses in the prior three-year period, or one
major violation in the prior three-year period (including, but not limited to,
attempting to elude the police, reckless driving, hit/run or leaving the scene, or
driving on a suspended or revoked license);
(2) Has been convicted, within the past seven years, of driving under the influence
of drugs or alcohol, fraud, sexual offenses, indecent exposure (class 1
misdemeanor), use of a motor vehicle to commit a felony, a crime involving
property damage, and/or theft, crimes of violence, felony possession/distribution
of controlled substances or acts of terror;
(3) Is a match in the National Sex Offender Registry database;
(4) Does not possess a valid driver's license;
(5) Does not possess proof of registration for the motor vehicle(s) used to provide
TNC services;
(6) Does not possess proof of automobile liability insurance for the motor vehicle(s)
used to provide TNC services; or
(7) Is not at least 18 years of age.
(c) The TNC shall prohibit the use or influence of drugs or alcohol by a driver while
providing TNC services requested through the TNC's digital platform. If a TNC
receives a complaint of such drug or alcohol influence or other activity prohibited in
section 26-284, the TNC shall:
(1) Immediately revoke the driver's access to the TNC's digital platform until the
duration of the investigation; and
(2) If the complaint is found to be true, the TNC shall permanently revoke the
driver's access to the TNC's digital platform. If the complaint is found to be
untrue, the driver's access to the TNC's digital platform may be immediately
reinstalled.
Secs. 26-285—26-310. - Reserved.
II.
Any or all ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
First Reading:March 13, 2018
Second Reading:March 27, 2018
Published:March 30, 2018
CITY OF BROOKINGS, SD
Keith W. Corbett, Mayor
ATTEST:
Shari Thornes, City Clerk
Ordinance 18-005
An Ordinance Amending Division 5 of Chapter 26 of the Ordinances of the
City of Brookings and Pertaining to Transportation Network Companies in the
City of Brookings.
Be It Ordained and Enacted by the Council of the City of Brookings, State of South
Dakota, as follows:
I.
DIVISION 5. - TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANIES (TNC)
Sec. 26-280. - Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a
different meaning:
Digital network means any online-enabled application, software, website, or system
offered or utilized by a TNC that enables the prearrangement of rides with TNC drivers.
TNC driver means a person who drives a vehicle for a transportation network
company.
Personal vehicle means a vehicle that is used by a TNC driver and is: owned,
leased, or otherwise authorized for use by the TNC driver; and which is not a taxicab,
limousine or vehicle for hire.
Prearranged ride means the provision of transportation by a driver to a rider,
beginning when a driver accepts a ride requested by a rider through a digital network
controlled by a TNC, continuing while the driver transports a requesting rider, and
ending when the last requesting rider departs from the personal vehicle. A prearranged
ride does not include transportation provided by a taxicab or vehicle for hire.
Transportation network company or TNC means an entity licensed pursuant to this
chapter that uses a digital network to connect passengers to transportation network
company services provided by transportation network company drivers. A TNC shall not
be deemed to control, direct or manage the personal vehicles or TNC drivers, except
where agreed to by written contract.
Transportation network company driver or TNC driver means an individual who
operates a personal vehicle who:
(a) Receives connections to potential passengers and related services from a TNC
in exchange for payment of a fee to the TNC; and
(b) Uses a personal vehicle to offer or provide a prearranged ride to riders upon
connection through a digital network controlled by a transportation network
company in return for compensation or payment of a fee.
Sec. 26-281. - Requirements for a transportation network company.
(a) Compliance with State vehicle equipment laws Inspection required.No vehicle may
be operated by a TNC driver within the city until it has been thoroughly and carefully
tested and inspected and found to be in a safe condition for the transportation of
passengers..A transportation network company shall require that a personal vehicle
used to provide any prearranged ride shall comply with all applicable laws and rules
concerning vehicle equipment as required by SDCL 32-40-6. It is the duty of each
TNC driver to submit to the chief of police for inspection each vehicle at any time
upon complaint, and the police department may also inspect such TNC vehicles at
other times as it deems necessary.
(b) No street hails.A TNC driver shall not solicit or accept street hails.
(c) No cash trips.The TNC shall adopt a policy prohibiting solicitation or acceptance of
cash payments or other compensation directly from passengers and notify TNC
drivers of such policy. TNC drivers shall not solicit or accept cash payments or other
compensation directly from passengers. Any payment for TNC services shall be
made only electronically using the TNC's digital network or software application.
(d) Fare collected for services.On behalf of a TNC driver, a TNC may charge a fare for
the services provided to passengers; provided that, if a fare is collected from a
passenger, the TNC shall disclose to passengers the fare calculation method on its
website or within the software application service. The TNC shall also provide
passengers with the applicable rates being charged and the option to receive an
estimated fare before the passenger enters the TNC driver's vehicle.
(e) Identification of TNC vehicles and drivers.The TNC's software application or
website shall display a picture of the TNC driver, and the license plate number of
the motor vehicle utilized for providing the TNC service before the passenger enters
the TNC driver's vehicle.
(f) Electronic receipt.Within a reasonable period of time following the completion of a
trip, a TNC shall transmit an electronic receipt to the passenger on behalf of the
TNC driver that lists:
a. The origin and destination of the trip;
b. The total time and distance of the trip; and
c. An itemization of the total fare paid, if any.
(g) Records.A TNC shall maintain the following records:
a. Individual trip records of passenger customers for at least one year from the date
each trip was provided; and
b. Individual records of TNC driver customers at least until the one-year anniversary
of the date on which a TNC driver's customer relationship with the TNC has
ended.
(h) Record inspection authority.
a. The city has the authority to inspect the records of the TNC as necessary to
investigate an alleged crime or violation of this chapter; accident involving a TNC
driver; or for other good cause. The TNC shall cooperate with the city to facilitate
the exchange of relevant information required in an investigation. The city shall
provide advance written notice at least seven days prior to any inspection, which
shall be conducted at a mutually agreed upon third-party location, or pursuant to
court order, grand jury, or investigative subpoena.
b. Any record or information made available by the TNC to the city pursuant to this
chapter is confidential and proprietary, and shall not be made public without
TNC's express written permission. If the city is required to disclose confidential
information under court order or other applicable law, the city shall promptly
notify the TNC of such requirement, prior to disclosure, and shall make diligent
efforts to limit disclosure pursuant to any available basis in South Dakota open
records law or other applicable law.
Sec. 26-282. - Application for transportation network company license and license
insurance.
(a) License required.A person shall not operate a TNC in Brookings without first having
obtained a license from the city clerk. The city shall grant a TNC license if satisfied
that the applicant has complied with all of the terms and provisions of this chapter
and if the evidence submitted in support of the application meets the conditions
precedent to granting the license.
(b) Certificate of insurance.Before any TNC license is issued, or any existing license is
renewed, an insurance certificate or policy of insurance issued by a responsible
insurer providing the coverage required by section 26-283 covering the vehicles to
be operated by the TNC and TNC driver shall be filed with the city clerk. The policy
or certificate of liability insurance required by this ordinance shall be approved by the
city prior to issuance of the TNC license.
(b) License issuance.The city clerk shall issue a license to each applicant that meets
the requirements for a TNC set forth in this chapter, and pays to the city an annual
permit fee as established by resolution of the city. A licensing year, for the purposes
of this section, begins January 1 and ends December 31 of the next year.
(c) Application requirements.The application shall include:
(1) The name and address of applicant;
(2) Trade name if any under which the license is to be exercised;
(3) If a partnership, the name and address of each partner;
(4) If a corporation, the names and addresses of the officers;
(5) Description of the activity to be carried on under the license;
(6) The name and contact information for an agent to be maintained for service of
process in the State of South Dakota.
(7) The applicant provides proof of sales tax license if applicable.
(8) All required certificates of insurance.
(d) Identification of TNC drivers.At the time of initial licensing and on a quarterly basis,
a TNC shall submit to the city a list of driver's license numbers and the state of
issuance for each active driver.
Sec. 26-283. - Hold harmless/indemnification and Insurance requirements—
Transportation network company.
A TNC driver, or a TNC on the behalf of the TNC driver, shall maintain
automobile insurance pursuant to chapter 40 of Title 32 of the South Dakota Codified
Laws.
(a) Financial responsibility of transportation network companies.
(1) Indemnification and hold harmless.Transportation network companies must
agree to indemnify and hold the City of Brookings, its officers, agents, and
employees, harmless from and against any and all actions, suits, damages,
liability or other proceedings that may arise as the result of performing services
hereunder. This section does not require transportation network companies to
be responsible for or to defend against claims or damages arising solely from
errors or omissions of the City of Brookings, its officers, agents, or employees.
(2) Liability of transportation network company beyond required limits.This
ordinance does not limit the liability of a transportation network company arising
out of an automobile accident involving a TNC driver in any action for damages
against a transportation network company for an amount above the required
insurance coverage.
(3) General commercial liability insurance.Transportation network companies
shall maintain occurrence based commercial general liability insurance or
equivalent form with a limit of not less than $1,000,000.00 for each occurrence.
If such insurance contains a general aggregate limit, it shall apply separately to
this agreement or be no less than two times the occurrence limit. Such
insurance shall add the City of Brookings and its employees as additional
insureds.
(4) Workers compensation.Transportation network companies shall procure and
maintain workers' compensation and employers' liability as required by South
Dakota law.
(5) Required disclosures.A transportation network company shall disclose in
writing or electronic form to its TNC drivers, as part of its agreement with those
drivers, the insurance coverage and limits of liability that the transportation
network company provides while the driver uses a vehicle in connection with a
transportation network company's online-enabled application or platform and
shall advise its TNC driver that the driver's personal automobile insurance
policy may not provide coverage under the agreement.
(b) Automobile liability insurance.A transportation network company driver or
transportation network company on the driver's behalf shall maintain primary
automobile insurance that:
(1) Recognizes that the driver is a transportation network company driver or
otherwise uses a vehicle to transport passengers for compensation and covers
the driver:
a. While the driver is logged onto the transportation network company's
digital network; or
b. While the driver is engaged in a prearranged ride.
(2) The following automobile insurance requirements shall apply while a
participating transportation network company driver is logged onto the
transportation network company's digital network and is available to receive
transportation requests but is not engaged in a prearranged ride:
a. Transportation network companies shall maintain primary business
automobile liability insurance with a limit of not less than $1,000,000.00
each accident for death, bodily injury and property damage. Such insurance
shall include coverage for owned, hired, and non-owned vehicles.
b. Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage at the minimum limits
required by SDCL § 58-11-9.4.
c. The coverage requirements of this subsection may be satisfied by any of the
following:
1. Automobile insurance maintained by the transportation network
company driver; or
2. Automobile insurance maintained by the transportation network
company; or
3. Any combination of subparagraphs c.1. and 2.
(3) The following automobile insurance requirements shall apply while a
transportation network company driver is engaged in a prearranged ride:
a. Transportation network companies shall maintain primary business
automobile liability insurance with a limit of not less than $1,000,000.00
each accident for death, bodily injury and property damage. Such insurance
shall include coverage for owned, hired, and non-owned vehicles.
b. Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage at the minimum limits
required by SDCL § 58-11-9.4.
c. The coverage requirements of this subsection may be satisfied by any of the
following:
1. Automobile insurance maintained by the transportation network
company driver; or
2. Automobile insurance maintained by the transportation network
company; or
3. Any combination of subparagraphs c.1. and 2.
4) Any insurance maintained by driver in subsection (a) has lapsed or does not
provide the required coverage, insurance maintained by a transportation
network company shall provide the coverage required by subsection (a)
beginning with the first dollar of a claim and the transportation network company
shall have the duty to defend such claim.
(5) Coverage under an automobile insurance policy maintained by the
transportation network company shall not be dependent on a personal
automobile insurer first denying a claim nor shall a personal automobile
insurance policy be required to first deny a claim.
(6) Insurance required by subsection (a) may be placed with an insurer licensed in
the state or with a surplus lines insurer eligible under chapter 58-32 of the
South Dakota Insurance Code.
(7) A transportation network company driver shall carry physical or digital proof of
coverage satisfying subsection (a) at all times during the driver's use of a
vehicle in connection with a transportation network company's digital network.
In the event of an accident, a transportation network company driver shall
provide this insurance coverage information to the directly interested parties,
automobile insurers and investigating police officers, upon request pursuant to
chapter 32-35 of the South Dakota Insurance Code. Upon such request, a
transportation network company driver shall also disclose to directly interested
parties, automobile insurers, and investigating police officers, whether the
driver was logged onto the transportation network company's digital network or
on a prearranged ride at the time of an accident.
(8) In a claims coverage investigation, transportation network companies shall
cooperate to facilitate the exchange of relevant information with directly
involved parties and any insurer of the transportation network company driver if
applicable, including the precise times that a transportation network company
driver logged on and off of the transportation network company's digital network
in the 12-hour period immediately preceding and in the 12-hour period
immediately following the accident and disclose to one another a clear
description of the coverage, exclusions and limits provided under any
automobile insurance maintained under subsection (a).
(9) A TNC automobile insurance policy shall not be modified or canceled without 30
days' actual notice to the city clerk.
(10) The cancellation or other termination of any required automobile insurance
policy shall automatically revoke and terminate all licenses issued for the TNC,
unless another policy(ies), complying with this section, shall be provided and in
effect at the time of such cancellation or termination.
Sec. 26-284. - Transportation network company driver requirements.
a) License required.Transportation network company drivers shall be required to
obtain a license from the city. No person may drive a vehicle for a TNC without first
obtaining a license as a TNC driver.
(b) Age requirement.No TNC driver's license may be issued under the provisions of
this ordinance to any person who is under the age of 18 years.
(c) Application.Any person desiring a TNC driver's license required by this ordinance
shall make written application upon forms provided by the city clerk.
(d) Investigation of applicant by chief of police.Upon receiving a completed
application for a TNC driver's license required by this ordinance, the city clerk shall
promptly deliver the application to the chief of police, who may review the states of
prior residence, and the qualifications and fitness of the applicant to obtain a TNC
driver's license. Upon such inquiry, the police chief shall endorse upon the
application their recommendation for approval or disapproval of the application and
return the application to the city clerk. The chief of police shall consider whether the
applicant has a state driver's license that would authorize operation of a TNC
vehicle and whether the applicant has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor
which has a reasonable relationship to driving a TNC vehicle.
(e) Licensing procedure.After the chief of police has returned the license application
to the city clerk, the issuance of such license shall be discretionary with the city
clerk and a license may be issued only upon the approval of the city clerk. The city
clerk shall consult, as necessary, the police chief concerning any applicant.
(f) Revocation.Any license or temporary permit issued under this division may be
revoked by the city clerk for a violation by the licensee of any applicable provision of
state law, city ordinance or rule or regulation of the city, or for other good cause.
(g) Notices to chief of police.The city clerk shall notify the chief of police of the
issuance or revocation of any license under the provisions of this ordinance.
(h)Display of license.Each holder of a license issued under this division shall
continuously display the license certificate in a conspicuous manner in the vehicle.
(i) If a TNC driver meets the requirements of this chapter, a TNC may allow access
for that TNC driver to the TNC's digital network. Before allowing an individual to
accept trip requests through a TNC's digital platform:
(a) Before allowing an individual to accept trip requests through a TNC's digital
platform:
(1) The individual shall submit an application to the TNC, which includes information
regarding the proposed TNC driver’s his or her address, age, driver's license,
driving history, motor vehicle registration, automobile liability insurance, and
other information required by the TNC;
(2) The TNC shall have a third party conduct a local and national criminal
background check for each applicant that shall include:
a. Multi-state/multi-jurisdiction criminal records locator or other similar
commercial nationwide database with validation (primary source search);
and
b. National Sex Offender Registry database;
c. The TNC shall review the results of (2a) and (2b) above for such individual
prior to allowing an individual to accept trip requests.
(3) The TNC shall obtain and review a driving history research report for such
individual prior to allowing an individual to accept trip requests.
(b) The TNC shall not permit an individual to act as a TNC driver on its digital platform
who:
(1) Has had more than three traffic offenses in the prior three-year period, or one
major violation in the prior three-year period (including, but not limited to,
attempting to elude the police, reckless driving, hit/run or leaving the scene, or
driving on a suspended or revoked license);
(2) Has been convicted, within the past seven years, of driving under the influence
of drugs or alcohol, fraud, sexual offenses, indecent exposure (class 1
misdemeanor), use of a motor vehicle to commit a felony, a crime involving
property damage, and/or theft, crimes of violence, felony possession/distribution
of controlled substances or acts of terror;
(3) Is a match in the National Sex Offender Registry database;
(4) Does not possess a valid driver's license;
(5) Does not possess proof of registration for the motor vehicle(s) used to provide
TNC services;
(6) Does not possess proof of automobile liability insurance for the motor vehicle(s)
used to provide TNC services; or
(7) Is not at least 18 years of age.
(c) The TNC shall prohibit the use or influence of drugs or alcohol by a driver while
providing TNC services requested through the TNC's digital platform. If a TNC
receives a complaint of such drug or alcohol influence or other activity prohibited in
section 26-284, the TNC shall:
(1) Immediately revoke the driver's access to the TNC's digital platform until the
duration of the investigation; and
(2) If the complaint is found to be true, the TNC shall permanently revoke the
driver's access to the TNC's digital platform. If the complaint is found to be
untrue, the driver's access to the TNC's digital platform may be immediately
reinstalled.
Secs. 26-285—26-310. - Reserved.
II.
Any or all ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
First Reading:March 13, 2018
Second Reading:March 27, 2018
Published:March 30, 2018
CITY OF BROOKINGS, SD
Keith W. Corbett, Mayor
ATTEST:
Shari Thornes, City Clerk
City of Brookings
Staff Report
Brookings City & County
Government Center, 520
Third Street
Brookings, SD 57006
(605) 692-6281 phone
(605) 692-6907 fax
File #:RES 18-016,Version:1
Public Hearing and Action on Resolution 18-016, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter
into an Operating Agreement for a Liquor License for Apple BRK, LLC, dba Applebee’s Neighborhood
Grill & Bar, Jonathan Rolph, David Rolph, and Gregory Stroud, owners, 3001 LeFevre Dr., Brookings,
SD, legal description: S 225’ of Lot 8, LeFevre Addition.
Summary:
The City of Brookings has received an application to transfer the Liquor License from Porter Apple
Co. “B”, Inc., dba Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Todd Porter and Todd Schriever, owners, to
Apple BRK, LLC, dba Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Jonathan Rolph, David Rolph, and
Gregory Stroud, owners, 3001 LeFevre Dr., Brookings, SD, legal description: S 225’ of Lot 8, LeFevre
Addition. An operating agreement is required for Liquor Licenses. This Resolution allows the City
Manager to enter into the first five years of the 10-year agreement effective through 2023.
Background:
A public hearing and action by the local governing body is required for all alcohol licenses. This
license would be effective until December 31, 2018 and then subject to an annual renewal. If
approved, the application would be forwarded to the State Department of Revenue for final action
and issuance of the license. Staff recommends approval.
Listed below is specific information related to on-sale alcohol license request and other procedures
that are following with an application.
City Ordinances:
Listed below is Chapter 6, Article 2, Section 6-42 of the City Code of Ordinances pertaining to
Application Review Procedure. The city council shall review all applications submitted to the city for
available on-sale alcoholic beverage agreements and for all alcoholic beverage licenses in
accordance with SDCL 35-2 and in accordance with the following factors:
1)Type of business which applicant proposes to operate: on-sale alcoholic
beverage operating agreements and on-sale alcoholic beverage licenses may not be issued to
convenience grocery stores, gas stations, or other stores where groceries or gasoline are sold
unless it can be established that minors do not regularly frequent the establishment.
2)The manner in which the business is operated:on-sale alcoholic beverage operating
agreements and alcoholic beverage licenses may not be issued to establishments which are
operated in a manner which results in minors regularly frequenting the establishment.
3)The extent to which minors are employed in such a place of business: on-sale
alcoholic beverage operating agreements and on-sale alcoholic beverage licenses may not be
issued to convenience grocery stores, gas stations, or other stores where groceries or
gasoline are sold and which regularly employ minors.
4)Adequacy of the police facilities to properly police the proposed location:
The city council shall inquire of the city manager whether the police department can
adequately police the proposed location.
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5)Other factors: The hours that business is conducted shall be considered by the city council in
its review of applications for on-sale alcoholic beverage operating agreements and on-sale
alcoholic beverage licenses.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval.
Attachments:
Resolution
Operating Agreement
Hearing Notice
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Resolution 18-016
Apple BRK, LLC, dba Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar
On-Sale Liquor Operating Agreement
Be It Resolved by the City of Brookings, South Dakota, that the City Council hereby
approves a Lease Agreement for the Operating Liquor Management Agreement for
Liquor between the City of Brookings and Apple BRK, LLC, dba Applebee’s
Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Jonathan Rolph, David Rolph, and Gregory Stroud, owners,
for the purpose of a liquor manager to operate the on-sale establishment or business for
and on behalf of the City of Brookings at 3001 LeFevre Dr.: legal description: S 225’ of
Lot 8, LeFevre Addition.
Be It Further Resolved that the City Manager be authorized to execute the Agreement
on behalf of the City, which shall be for a period of five (5) years and renewal for
another five (5) years.
Passed and approved this 27th day of March, 2018.
CITY OF BROOKINGS
Keith W. Corbett, Mayor
ATTEST:
Shari Thornes, City Clerk
LIQUOR OPERATING AGREEMENT
Apple BRK, LLC, dba Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar
THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into by and between the CITY OF
BROOKINGS, a municipal corporation of the State of South Dakota, hereinafter referred
to as the “City” and Jonathan Rolph, David Rolph, and Gregory Stroud, owners, Apple
BRK, LLC, dba Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, hereinafter referred to as
“Manager.”
WITNESSETH;
WHEREAS, the City has been issued an on-sale alcoholic beverage license and is
engaged in the sale of alcoholic beverages, and
WHEREAS, the City desires to enter into an Operating Agreement on a limited basis
with the Manager for the purpose of operating an on-sale establishment or business for
and on behalf of the City pursuant to law, and
WHEREAS, the Manager has offered to have facilities in which to operate said on-sale
establishment solely upon the premises hereinafter described.
NOW, THEREFORE IT IS MUTUALLY AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
I.
This Agreement is made and entered into on a limited basis between the parties hereto
to allow the Manager to operate a retail on-sale premises, pursuant to and in
accordance with all of the terms and conditions of this Agreement in accordance with all
State laws and City Ordinances now in effect and as may be enacted in the future.
II.
The Manager shall be individually responsible for all operating expenses of said on-sale
establishment, including but not limited to utilities, taxes, insurance, and license fees, if
any.
The Manager shall furnish all equipment and fixtures necessary to operate the
establishment.
III.
The on-sale establishment shall be located upon real estate in the City of Brookings,
South Dakota, described as:
S 225’ of Lot 8, LeFevre Addition, City of Brookings,
Brookings County, South Dakota
IV.
The Manager shall dispense only alcoholic beverages supplied by the Municipal Off-
Sale establishment.
V.
This Agreement shall be in full force and effect for a period of five (5) years, with the
Manager having the option and privilege of a five (5) year extension, subject to the
approval of the governing body of the City of Brookings.
VI.
Either the Manager or the City may terminate this Agreement without cause upon ninety
(90) days written notice served by either party upon the other. The City reserves the
right to immediately suspend or revoke this Agreement without ninety (90) days written
notice for alcohol related violations in accordance with the provisions of Resolution No.
25-88 or any amendments thereto or for any late payments for alcoholic beverages
supplied by the Municipal Off-Sale Establishment to be sold on the premises of
Manager.
VII.
The Manager shall receive as full compensation for its services rendered, the net profit
from the on-sale establishment under its management, and the sole profit to be derived
by the City shall be the markup hereinafter set forth on alcoholic beverages furnished by
the municipality to the Manager for the purposes of resale on the premises as above
described.
VIII.
The Manager shall pay to the City for all alcoholic beverages sold by the City to the
Manager for resale on the above-described premises, the actual cost of distilled spirits
and wine supplied by the City, plus eleven percent (11%) in excess of such cost; the
Manager shall pay to the City for all malt beverages sold by the City to the Manager for
resale on the above-described premises, the actual cost of malt beverages, plus ten
percent (10%) in excess of such cost. The actual cost shall include cost price and
transportation charges. The markup percentages provided in this Agreement are
subject to change by the City of Brookings. In the event markup percentages are
changed by Ordinance, then the markup percentages provided by City Ordinance shall
supercede the markup percentages provided herein. The Manager further agrees that if
either of the markup percentages shall be increased at any time by the City, the
Manager shall pay the markup as so increased.
IX.
A complete and detailed record shall be maintained by the City of all alcoholic
beverages supplied to the on-sale Manager and such alcoholic beverages so supplied
shall be evidenced by pre-numbered invoices prepared in triplicate showing the date,
quality, brand, size, and actual cost of such item, and such invoice shall bear the
signature of the authorized representative of the on-sale Manager or its authorized
representative. One copy thereof shall be retained by the Municipal off-sale
establishment, one copy shall be retained by the on-sale establishment, and one copy
shall be filed with the City Clerk. All copies shall be kept as permanent records and
made available for reference and audit purposes. The Manager also agrees to maintain
a complete record of all alcoholic beverages received from the City.
X.
In consideration of the covenants herein contained, the Manager agrees to pay the
CITY OF BROOKINGS, One Thousand Five Hundred, and no/100 Dollars ($1,500.00),
constituting the Annual License Fee on or by the 1st day of November of each year
thereafter as long as this agreement shall remain in force and effect. The payment of
the Annual Renewal License Fee will not extend the term of this Operating Agreement
beyond the term provided therein. The Manager further agrees that if the annual fee
shall be increased at any time by the legislature, the Manager shall pay the amount of
any such increase.
XI.
The Manager agrees to keep the premises in a neat, clean and attractive appearance,
and Manager further agrees to operate said on-sale establishment only on such days
and at such hours as permitted by state law and city ordinances.
XII.
The Manager shall have the right to return, at any time, alcoholic beverages received
from the City and to receive in return any deposit made for such alcoholic beverages; in
the event of termination of the business, all unused alcoholic beverages, which may be
resold without discount may be returned to the City and the Manager shall be
reimbursed for the of such alcoholic beverages.
XIII.
The Manager agrees to abide by the credit policies of the City and acknowledges, by
execution of this Agreement, receipt of a copy of the credit policies of the City. The City
reserves the right to change or terminate its credit policies at any time, but shall be
required to provide written notice to Manager prior to the effective date of the change or
termination date of the credit policies.
XIV.
The Manager agrees to furnish the City upon demand, evidence of payment of the
following:
A. All salaries of on-sale employees;
B. Social Security and withholding taxes on said employees;
C. Worker’s Compensation insurance premiums covering said employees;
D. Unemployment taxes on the payrolls of said employees;
E. General liability insurance protecting both the City and the Manager against
claims for injury or damages to persons or property, said policy to have
general liability limits of at least Five Hundred Thousand Dollars
($500,000.00) single limit, and One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) aggregate,
and a limitation of Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00) for damage to
property. The general liability insurance limits are subject to change and
Manager agrees to change limits of insurance if required by the City;
F. Rent and utility bills; and
G. Any and all miscellaneous expenses, including taxes.
XV.
The Manager agrees to observe all Federal and State laws and ordinances of the City
of Brookings.
XVI.
The City covenants and agrees to furnish the on-sale license to Manager pursuant to
the terms and conditions of this Operating Agreement and the terms and conditions of
the on-sale license.
XVII.
The City has the right to make inspections and investigations of the premises during the
hours of operation, and make audits and examinations of the records of the Manager
relating to the on-sale establishment.
XVIII.
It is further specifically understood and agreed that the waiver of the rights of the City
under this Agreement shall not constitute a continuous waiver, and any violation or
breach of the terms of this Agreement by the Manager shall constitute a separate and
distinct offense and grounds for immediate termination and revocation of this
Agreement.
XIX.
This agreement shall not be assignable to another person or location without the written
consent of the City.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement which is
effective this 27th day of March, 2018.
CITY OF BROOKINGS, South Dakota
A Municipal Corporation
By:
ATTEST:Jeffrey W. Weldon, City Manager
Shari Thornes, City Clerk
MANAGER
By:
By:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
On-Sale Liquor License Transfer –
Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Brookings City Council in and for the City of Brookings,
South Dakota, on March 27, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. in the Brookings City & County
Government Center Chambers, 520 Third Street, will meet in regular session to consider
an application for the transfer of an On-Sale Liquor License from Porter Apple Co. “B”,
Inc., dba Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Todd Porter and Todd Schriever, owners,
to Apple BRK, LLC, dba Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Jonathan Rolph, David
Rolph, and Gregory Stroud, owners, 3001 LeFevre Dr., Brookings, South Dakota, legal
description: S 225’ of Lot 8, LeFevre Addition. At which time and place all persons
interested will be given a full, fair and complete hearing thereon.
Dated at Brookings, South Dakota, this 16th day of March, 2018.
Shari Thornes, City Clerk
Published time(s) at an approximate cost $ .