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City of Brookings
Meeting Agenda - Final
Brookings City Council
Brookings City & County
Government Center
520 3rd St., Suite 230
Brookings, SD 57006
Phone: (605) 692-6281
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Council Chambers6:00 PMTuesday, October 14, 2025
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. Action to approve the agenda.
4. Open Forum.
At this time, any member of the public may make a brief announcement or invitation, or
request time on the agenda for an item not listed. Items to be added to the agenda will
be scheduled at the end of the meeting. Individuals will state their name and city of
residence for the record. Public Comment is limited to a maximum of three minutes per
person. The comments and views expressed by the public are those of the speakers
and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the City of Brookings or City
Council.
5. 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. At the request of any
one Council Member or the City Manager, an item may be removed from the Consent
Agenda and placed on the regular agenda whenever additional discussion on an item is
necessary. Items removed from the Consent Agenda will be discussed at the
beginning of the formal items.
Action to approve City Council meeting minutes.ID 25-04335.A.
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9/23/2025 CC MinutesAttachments:
Action on Resolution 25-075, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager
to sign an On-Sale Liquor Operating Agreement renewal for Gonz
Productions, Inc., dba Main Street Pub, Garner Hansen, owner, 408
Main Avenue, Brookings, South Dakota.
RES 25-0755.B.
Memo
Resolution
Operating Agreement
Attachments:
Action on appointments to the Brookings Health System Board of
Trustees: Lynn Darnall and Don Greiner.
ID 25-04405.C.
MemoAttachments:
Action on Temporary Alcohol / Special Event Alcoholic Beverage
Licenses from existing alcohol license holders.
ID 25-04505.D.
Memo
SDCL 35-4-124
Attachments:
6. Presentations/Reports:
Proclamation: National Disability Employment Awareness MonthID 25-04076.A.
ProclamationAttachments:
Introduction of new and promoted City of Brookings employees.ID 25-04396.B.
Report: SDSU Student Association.ID 25-04356.C.
Reports: City Council Ex-Officio ReportsID 25-04346.D.
Report: Annual Report on 2025 Downtown at Sundown Event.ID 25-04366.E.
Memo
Presentation
Attachments:
7. Contracts/Change Orders: NONE
8. Ordinance First Readings: NONE
No vote is required on the first reading of an Ordinance. The title of the Ordinance is
read. Public Comment and Council discussion is permitted. The date for the second
reading or public hearing is announced.
9. Public Hearings and Second Readings:
Public Hearing and Action on Ordinance 25-032, an Ordinance to
Rezone the West Half of the Northwest Quarter, Excluding Platted
ORD 25-0329.A.
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Areas in Section 20, Township 110, Range 49 from Agriculture (A)
District to an Industrial (I-1) Light District.
Memo
Ordinance
Hearing Notice - City Council
Hearing Notice - Planning Commission
Planning Commission Minutes
Petition to Rezone
Location Map
Zoning Map
Future Land Use Map
I-1 Zoning Regulations
Attachments:
Action: Motion, Open & Close Public Hearing, Roll Call
Legislative History
9/23/25 City Council read into the record
10. Other Business: NONE
11. City Council member introduction of topics for future discussion.
Any Council Member may request discussion of any topic at a future meeting. Items
cannot be added for action at this meeting. A motion and second is required which
states the topic, requested outcome, and time frame. A majority vote is required.
12. Adjourn.
Brookings City Council: Oepke G.Niemeyer, Mayor; Nick Wendell, Deputy Mayor
Council Members Wayne Avery, Holly Tilton Byrne, Bonny Specker, Brianna Doran, Lisa Hager
Brookings City Council Staff:
Paul M. Briseno, City Manager Bonnie Foster, City Clerk
J. Vincent Jones, Attorney-at-Law, Woods, Fuller, Shultz and Smith P.C.
Public Comment is limited to a maximum of three minutes per person. Individuals will give their name and city of
residence for the record. Public Comment may be submitted prior to the meeting by the following means: 1)
Email comments to the City Clerk (cityclerk@cityofbrookings-sd.gov), or 2) participate remotely. Comments
provided will become part of the official record and subject to review by all parties and the public. The comments
and views expressed by the public are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions
of the City of Brookings or City Council.
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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 #:ID 25-0433,Version:1
Action to approve City Council meeting minutes.
Attachments:
09/23/2025 City Council Minutes
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BROOKINGS CITY COUNCIL
September 23, 2025 (unapproved)
The Brookings City Council held a joint meeting with the Brookings County Commission
on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM, at the Brookings City & County
Government Center, Chambers, with the following City Council members present:
Mayor Oepke Niemeyer, Council Members Wayne Avery, Brianna Doran, Lisa Hager,
Bonny Specker, Holly Tilton Byrne, and Nick Wendell. County Commission Members
present: Larry Jensen, Dave Miller, and Kelly VanderWal. City Attorney Vince J. Jones,
and City Clerk Bonnie Foster were also present. Absent: County Commission
members: Shawn Hostler and Doug Post; and City Manager Paul Briseno.
Agenda. A motion was made by Council Member Tilton Byrne, seconded by Council
Member Wendell, that the agenda be approved. The motion carried by the following
vote: 7 - Avery, Doran, Hager, Niemeyer, Specker, Tilton Byrne, and Wendell. A motion
was made by County Commissioner Miller, seconded by County Commissioner
VanderWal, that the agenda be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 3 - Jensen, Miller, and VanderWal; Absent: 2 - Hostler and Post.
Ordinance 25-028. A public hearing was held on City of Brookings Ordinance 25-028
and Brookings County Commission Ordinance 2025-05, an Ordinance to Change the
Zoning within the Joint Jurisdiction Area of the City of Brookings and Brookings County
(NE ¼, NE ¼, Excluding H-1 & That Part East and North of H-1 in Section 14, Township
109, Range 50, also known as 21625 471st Avenue, from a Joint Jurisdiction Business
JJ-B3 Heavy District to a Joint Jurisdiction Industrial JJ-I1 Light District). A motion was
made by Council Member Wendell, seconded by Council Member Doran, that
Ordinance 25-028 be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 7 -
Avery, Doran, Hager, Niemeyer, Specker, Tilton Byrne, Wendell. A motion was made
by County Commissioner Post, seconded by County Commissioner Miller, that
Ordinance 2025-04 be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 3 -
Jensen, Miller, and VanderWal; Absent: 2 - Hostler, and Post.
Adjourn the Joint Meeting. A motion was made by Council Member Specker,
seconded by Council Member Wendell, that this portion of the Joint Meeting be
adjourned at 5:35 p.m. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. A motion was made
by County Commissioner Miller, seconded by County Commissioner VanderWal that
this portion of the Joint Meeting be adjourned at 5:35 p.m. The motion carried by a
unanimous vote.
(A brief recess began at 5:35 p.m. to end the joint portion of the meeting, dismissing the
County Commission. The City Council reconvened at 5:40 p.m.)
Budget Workshop #2. The 2025 Budget Workshop #2 was held, covering the
following topics: 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and Consolidated Fee
Schedule.
Consent Agenda. A motion was made by Council Member Tilton Byrne, seconded by
Council Member Doran, that the consent agenda be approved. The motion carried by
the following vote: Yes: 7 - Avery, Doran, Hager, Niemeyer, Specker, Tilton Byrne, and
Wendell.
A. Action to approve the September 9, and September 16, 2025 City Council
Minutes.
B. Action on Temporary Alcohol / Special Event Alcoholic Beverage Licenses
from existing alcohol license holders: Sodexo Catering (License Holder RB-28249
and RW -28251): SDSU TL25-082, SDSU TL26-002, SDSU TL26-003, SDSU TL25-083,
SDSU TL25-084, SDSU TL26-004, SDSU TL26-006, SDSU TL26-007, SDSU TL26-
008, and SDSU TL26-009.
C. Action on appointments to the Public Arts Commission: appoint Donna Merket
(term expires 1/1/2026), and Matt Linder (term expires 1/1/2027).
D. Action on an appointment to the Human Rights Commission: appoint Sydnie
Peters (term expires 1/1/2026).
Proclamation: Stormwater Awareness Week. Mayor Niemeyer presented a
Proclamation to City Engineer Charlie Richter, Public Works Director John Thompson,
Assistant City Engineer Thad Drietz, Engineering Technician Sean Doremus,
Communications Specialist Jessica Welu-Fawcett, and Public Information Officer Sherry
Fuller-Bordewyk recognizing September 22-26 as Stormwater Awareness Week
MAYORAL PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, stormwater runoff in Brookings impacts water quality and flooding in the Big
Sioux River Watershed; and
WHEREAS, population growth, residential and commercial development, and the
resulting changes to the landscape will only increase stormwater quality and quantity
concerns in South Dakota; and
WHEREAS, these impacts cannot be entirely avoided or eliminated but can be
minimized; and
WHEREAS, it is currently recognized that control of stormwater quantity and quality is
most effectively implemented when people and organizations understand the r elated
causes and consequences of polluted stormwater runoff and flooding, and the actions
they can take to control these; and
WHEREAS, Stormwater Awareness Week is an opportunity for local governments,
businesses, and environmental groups to highlight the importance of preventing
stormwater pollution and managing stormwater runoff to our rivers, lakes, streams, and
our neighbors.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Oepke G. Niemeyer, Mayor of the City of Brookings, do hereby
proclaim the week of September 22nd – 26th as Stormwater Awareness Week, and
urge all residents, businesses, and visitors to participate in responsible stormwater
choices to protect our waterbodies.
Report: SDSU Student Association. Anna Hundt, SDSU Student’s Association
Government Affairs Chair, provided an update on SDSU current affairs.
Presentation: 2025-2026 Food Waste Composting Pilot Program. Charlie Kuhn,
Brookings Regional Landfill Director, presented information on the City's 2025-2026
Food Waste Composting Pilot Program.
Resolution 25-080. A motion was made by Council Member Tilton Byrne, seconded by
Council Member Doran, that Resolution 25-080, a Resolution Awarding Bids on 2025-
03SWR 20th Street South Shared Use Path Phase 2 Project, be approved. The motion
carried by the following vote: Yes: 7 - Avery, Doran, Hager, Niemeyer, Specker, Tilton
Byrne, and Wendell.
RESOLUTION 25-080 - RESOLUTION AWARDING BIDS ON 2025-03SWR 20th
STREET SOUTH SHARED USE PATH PHASE 2 PROJECT
WHEREAS, the City of Brookings opened bids for 2025-03SWR 20th Street South
Shared Use Path Phase 2 Project on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 1:30 pm at the
Brookings City & County Government Center; and
WHEREAS, the City of Brookings received the following low bid for the 2025-03SWR
20th Street South Shared Use Phase 2 Project from Timmons Construction, Inc., in the
amount of $288,722.06.
WHEREAS, the low bid was approximately 28% lower than the Engineer’s Estimate.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as follows:
1. That the low bid of $288,722.06 for Timmons Construction, Inc., be accepted.
2. The City Manager is authorized to sign the contract documents for this project
and any further contract documents and change orders which may be required.
FIRST READING – Ordinance 25-032. Introduction and First Reading was held on
Ordinance 25-032, an Ordinance to Rezone the West Half of the Northwest Quarter,
Excluding Platted Areas in Section 20, Township 110, Range 49 from Agriculture (A)
District to an Industrial (I-1) Light District. Public Hearing and Action: October 14, 2025.
Resolution 25-081. A public hearing was held on Resolution 25 -081, a Resolution
Levying Assessment for Concrete Maintenance Project No. 2024-09STI. A motion was
made by Council Member Tilton Byrne, seconded by Council Member Wendell, that
Resolution 25-081 be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 7 -
Avery, Doran, Hager, Niemeyer, Specker, Tilton Byrne, and Wendell.
RESOLUTION 25-081 - RESOLUTION LEVYING CONCRETE MAINTENANCE
PROJECT 2024-09STI
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brookings, South Dakota, as
follows:
1. The City Council adopted Resolution of Necessity 24-016 and has made all
investigation which it deems necessary and has found and determined the
amount which each lot or tract will be benefited by the construction of the
sidewalk improvement heretofore designated as Concrete Maintenance Project
No. 2024-09STI is the amount stated in the proposed assessment roll; and
2. The assessment for Concrete Maintenance Project No. 2024 -09STI is hereby
approved and the assessment thereby specified are levied against each and
every lot, piece or parcel of land thereby described; and
3. The assessment shall be divided into five (5) equal annual installments; and
4. Such assessments, unless paid within thirty (30) days after the date of mailing of
a statement of account by the City, shall be collected by the City in accordance
with the procedure for Plan One in Sections to 9-43-51, South Dakota Compiled
Laws of 1967, as amended; and
5. Interest of 7.98% percent per annum shall accrue on the unpaid balance of the
assessment. Assessments amounting to less than $300.00 shall be paid in one
payment.
On-Off Sale Malt License. A public hearing was held on a request to transfer an On -
Off Sale Malt License, for 929-931 25th Avenue, from Dennis Bielfeldt, owner, Den Wil
Hospitality Group, Inc., dba Wilbert’s, to SND LLC, dba Comfort Suites University /
Domellie’s / Domellie’s Events, Dennis Bielfeldt and Timothy Swenson, owners. A
motion was made by Council Member Specker, seconded by Council Member Doran,
that the On-Off Sale Malt License transfer be approved. The motion carried by the
following vote: Yes: 7 - Avery, Doran, Hager, Niemeyer, Specker, Tilton Byrne, and
Wendell.
Resolution 25-079. A public hearing was held on Resolution 25-079, a Resolution
authorizing the City Manager to enter into a 10-year On-Sale Wine Operating
Agreement with SND LLC, dba Comfort Suites University / Domellie’s / Domellie’s
Events, Dennis Bielfeldt and Timothy Swenson, owners. A motion was made by
Council Member Tilton Byrne, seconded by Council Member Wendell, that Resolution
25-079 be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 7 - Avery, Doran,
Hager, Niemeyer, Specker, Tilton Byrne, and Wendell.
RESOLUTION 25-079 - ON-SALE WINE OPERATING AGREEMENT –
10-YEAR AGREEMENT: SND LLC
dba Comfort Suites University / Domellie’s / Domellie’s Events
BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Brookings, South Dakota, that the City Council hereby
approves an Operating Alcohol Management Agreement for Wine between the City of
Brookings and owner Dennis Bielfeldt and Timothy Swenson, SND LLC, dba Comfort
Suites University / Domellie’s / Domellie’s Events, for the purpose of an alcohol
manager to operate the on-sale establishment or business for and on behalf of the City
of Brookings at 929-931 25th Avenue. Legal description: Lot 3 and 3A, Block 2,
Telkamp Addition, City of Brookings, Brookings County, South Dakota.
NOW, THEREFORE, 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
10-years, with a 5-year mid-term renewal.
Resolution 25-082. A public hearing was held on Resolution 25 -082, a Resolution
authorizing the City Manager to enter into a 10-year On-Sale Convention Liquor
Operating Agreement with SND LLC, dba Comfort Suites University / Domellie’s /
Domellie’s Events, owners Dennis Bielfeldt and Timothy Swenson. A motion was made
by Council Member Tilton Byrne, seconded by Council Member Doran, that Resolution
25-082 be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 7 - Avery, Doran,
Hager, Niemeyer, Specker, Tilton Byrne, and Wendell.
RESOLUTION 25-082 - ON-SALE CONVENTION LIQUOR OPERATING
AGREEMENT - 10-YEAR AGREEMENT: SND LLC
dba Comfort Suites University / Domellie’s / Domellie’s Events
BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Brookings, South Dakota, that the City Council hereby
approves an Operating Alcohol Management Agreement for Convention Liquor between
the City of Brookings and owners Dennis Bielfeldt and Timothy Swenson, SND LLC,
dba Comfort Suites University / Domellie’s / Domellie’s Events, for the purpose of an
alcohol manager to operate the on-sale establishment or business for and on behalf of
the City of Brookings at 929-931 25th Avenue. Legal description: Lot 3 and 3A, Block 2,
Telkamp Addition, City of Brookings, Brookings County, South Dakota.
NOW, THEREFORE, 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
10-years, with a 5-year mid-term renewal.
Resolution 25-078. A motion was made by Council Member Tilton Byrne, seconded by
Council Member Doran, that Resolution 25-078, a Resolution Authorizing the Licensing
of The Flower Shop LLC as a Medical Cannabis Dispensary in the City of Brookings, be
approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 7 - Avery, Doran, Hager,
Niemeyer, Specker, Tilton Byrne, and Wendell.
RESOLUTION 25-078 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE LICENSING OF THE
FLOWER SHOP LLC AS A MEDICAL CANNABIS DISPENSARY IN THE CITY OF
BROOKINGS
WHEREAS, The Flower Shop LLC, submitted an Application and Application Fee for a
Medical Cannabis Dispensary License to the City of Brookings; and
WHEREAS, the City of Brookings has reviewed The Flower Shop LLC Medical
Cannabis Dispensary License Application, and has determined the Application satisfies
the requirements of Ordinance 21-028, an Ordinance establishing procedures for the
Licensing of Medical Cannabis Establishments in the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as follows:
1) That a City of Brookings Medical Cannabis Dispensary License be issued to The
Flower Shop LLC, subject to an inspection by the City of Brookings prior to The
Flower Shop LLC, commencing operations; and
2) That an inspection of The Flower Shop LLC facilities and review of their
operational plans be completed by the City Manager or his authorized
representative(s) following completion of their facility and prior to operation, with
operation contingent upon satisfactory inspection results; and
3) That a City of Brookings Medical Cannabis Program Licensing Certification and a
South Dakota Medical Cannabis Program Local Government Compliance
Certification be issued by the City Clerk; and
4) That the South Dakota Department of Health be furnished all documents
pertaining to The Flower Shop LLC Application and City of Brookings Medical
Cannabis Dispensary License.
Progress Report. Samantha Beckman, Assistant to the City Manager, provided a
progress report highlighting the City’s initiatives and projects.
Adjourn. A motion was made by Council Member Tilton Byrne, seconded by Council
Member Doran, that this meeting be adjourned at 6:55 p.m. The motion carried by a
unanimous vote.
CITY OF BROOKINGS, SD
Oepke G. Niemeyer, Mayor
ATTEST:
Bonnie Foster, City Clerk
City of Brookings Volunteer List – as per Resolution 16-025
(Addendum to the September 23, 2025 City Council Minutes.)
Brookings City Library Volunteers: Cheryl Riley, Sarah Schultz, Diane Smart, Taryn Yttrie. Brookings
City Fire Department Volunteers: Major Anderson, Preston Anderson , John Austin, Kevin Banken, Alex
Berkness, Pete Bolzer, Derek Brown, Dan Bruna, Nick Casstevens, Tom Coughlin, Mandi Cram er, Roger
DeBates, Austin Gieseke, Scott Hallan, Bill Hardin, Drew Harding – NEW – Effective 9/9/2025, Marty
Hendricks, Troy Herrig, Justin Heyer, Kevin Hilmoe, Dalton Holm, Dave Koch, Jim Kriese, Brett
Lawrence, Brandon Long, Jaque Mann, Joshua Mann, Loga n Melberg, Gatlin Miller, Nick Oines, Steven
Rensink, Connor Ringling, Jared Runge, Tim Rynearson, Audree Schaefer, Rob Schuneman, Jeremy
Scott, Jesse Seas, Joseph Sheeley, Lucas Speakman, Shannon Stuefen, Curt Teal, Anthony Teesdale,
Adam Vaux, Nicholas Voichahoske. Brookings City Park & Recreation Volunteers: Matthew Albritton,
Tynna Bain, Matthew Bowman, Cody Burggraff, Samuel Clement, Woodrow Dahl, Travis Erickson,
Matthew Filed, Nathan Harrington, Nathan Hilbrands, Dillon Howe, Matthew Hupf, Cameron Jones,
Brandon Karels, Connor Landberg, Bo McCloud, Chad Nicola, Cody Miller, Lisa Robinson, Seth Sayler,
Joseph Schumacher, Christina Silva, Andrew Wright, Nicole Yseth.
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 25-075,Version:1
Action on Resolution 25-075, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an On-Sale Liquor
Operating Agreement renewal for Gonz Productions, Inc., dba Main Street Pub, Garner Hansen,
owner,408 Main Avenue, Brookings, South Dakota.
Summary and Recommended Action:
Staff recommends approval of the proposed Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into the
remaining 5 years of the 10-year On-Sale Liquor Operating Agreement with Garner Hansen, owner,
for Gonz Productions, Inc., dba Main Street Pub.
Attachments:
Memo
Resolution
Operating Agreement
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City Council Agenda Item Memo
From: Bonnie Foster, City Clerk
Council Meeting: October 14, 2025
Subject: Resolution 25-003: 5-year midterm Liquor Operating
Agreement renewal
Presenter: Bonnie Foster, City Clerk
Summary and Recommended Action:
Staff recommends approval of the proposed Resolution authorizing the City Manager to
enter into the remaining 5 years of the 10-year On-Sale Liquor Operating Agreement
with Garner Hansen, owner, for Gonz Productions, Inc., dba Main Street Pub.
Item Details:
The City of Brookings enters into Alcoholic Beverage Operating Agreements for 10-year
increments, with a mid-term renewal at five years. The proposed Resolution would
allow the City Manager to enter into the remaining 5 years of the 10-year agreement.
The original 10-year Agreement was entered into in 2020.
Location: 408 Main Avenue
Legal Description: Block 7, Lot 5, Original Plat Addition.
Gonz Productions, Inc., dba Main Street Pub, has no alcohol compliance check failures
within the past 5 years.
Legal Consideration:
None.
Strategic Plan Consideration:
Service and Innovation Excellence – The City of Brookings will provide an accessible
environment committed to ongoing innovation and outstanding service through listening
and engagement.
Financial Consideration:
None.
Supporting Documentation:
Resolution
Operating Agreement
RESOLUTION 25-075
ON-SALE LIQUOR OPERATING AGREEMENT
Gonz Productions, Inc., dba Main Street Pub
5-YEAR MID-TERM RENEWAL
BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Brookings, South Dakota, that the City Council hereby
approves a Lease Agreement renewal for the On-Sale Liquor Alcoholic Beverage
Management Agreement between the City of Brookings and Garner Hansen, owner, of
Gonz Productions, Inc., dba Main Street Pub, for the purpose of an alcohol manager to
operate the on-sale establishment or business for and on behalf of the City of Brookings
at 408 Main Avenue. Legal Description: Block 7, Lot 5, Original Plat Addition.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager be
authorized to execute the Agreement renewal on behalf of the City, which shall be for
the remaining 5 years of the 10-year Agreement.
Passed and Approved this 14th day of October, 2025.
CITY OF BROOKINGS, SD
Oepke G. Niemeyer, Mayor
ATTEST:
Bonnie Foster, City Clerk
ON-SALE LIQUOR OPERATING AGREEMENT
Gonz Productions, Inc., dba Main Street Pub
5-year Mid-Term Renewal
THIS AGREEMENT is 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 Garner Hansen, owner, for Gonz Productions, Inc., dba Main Street
Pub, hereinafter referred to as “Manager.” The City and Manager are referred to as the
“parties” herein.
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 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, and 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 property in the City of Brookings,
South Dakota, described as:
Block 7, Lot 5, Original Plat Addition, Brookings County, South Dakota
IV.
The Manager shall dispense only alcoholic beverages supplied by the Municipal Off -
Sale establishment.
V.
This Agreement constitutes a renewal of the current Operating Agreement and shall be
in full force and effect for a period of five (5) years.
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 in a timely manner 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 th e 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 th is
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 supersede 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 which are eligible to be returned, 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 cost 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 14th day of October, 2025.
CITY OF BROOKINGS, South Dakota
A Municipal Corporation
By:
ATTEST: Paul Briseno, City Manager
Bonnie Foster, City Clerk
MANAGER
By:
City of Brookings
Staff Report
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Third Street
Brookings, SD 57006
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File #:ID 25-0440,Version:1
Action on appointments to the Brookings Health System Board of Trustees: Lynn Darnall and Don
Greiner.
Summary and Recommended Action:
Mayor Niemeyer has submitted the following appointment recommendations for the Brookings Health
System Board of Trustees for City Council advice and consent:
·Lynn Darnall, term expires 1/1/2029 (City Appointment)
·Don Greiner, term expires 1/1/2029 (City Appointment)
Attachments:
Memo
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From: Bonnie Foster, City Clerk
Council Meeting: October 14, 2025
Subject: Volunteer Board Appointments: Brookings Health System Board of
Trustees
Presenter: Bonnie Foster, City Clerk
Summary and Recommended Action:
Mayor Niemeyer recommends the reappointment of Lynn Darnall and Don Greiner to
the Brookings Health System Board of Trustees.
Item Details:
As per City Council Citizen Advisory Board Policy, the Mayor, with consent of the
Council, will make all appointments to Citizen Advisory Boards.
The purpose of the Brookings Health System Board of Trustees is to serve as an
administrative board, responsible for the planning, operation, and evaluation of all
hospital and nursing home programs, services, and related organizational activities
consistent with the City Charter, Ordinance, and facility By-Laws.
The Mayor recommends the appointment of the following individuals to the Brookings
Health System Board of Trustees (terms begin 1/1/2025):
Lynn Darnall, term expires 1/1/2029 (City Appointment)
Don Greiner, term expires 1/1/2029 (City Appointment)
Legal Consideration: None.
Strategic Plan Consideration:
Safe, Inclusive, Connected Community – The City of Brookings will create an
environment for inclusive programs, gathering places, and events where the
community can safely live, work and come together to participate in opportunities
for learning, recreation and enjoyment.
Service and Innovation Excellence – The City of Brookings will provide an
accessible environment committed to ongoing innovation and outstanding service
through listening and engagement.
Financial Consideration: None.
Supporting Documentation: None
City of Brookings
Staff Report
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Third Street
Brookings, SD 57006
(605) 692-6281 phone
(605) 692-6907 fax
File #:ID 25-0450,Version:1
Action on Temporary Alcohol / Special Event Alcoholic Beverage Licenses from existing alcohol
license holders.
Summary and Recommended Action:
Staff recommends approval of Special Event Alcoholic Beverage License requests from existing
alcohol license holders.
Attachments:
Memo
SDCL 35-4-124
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From: Bonnie Foster, City Clerk
Council Meeting: October 14, 2025
Subject: Special Event / Temporary Alcoholic Beverage License
Requests
Presenter: Bonnie Foster, City Clerk
Summary and Recommended Action:
Staff recommends approval of Special Event Alcoholic Beverage License request s for
existing on-sale alcoholic beverage license holders.
Item Details:
South Dakota Codified Law (SDCL 35-4-124) states special event / temporary alcoholic
beverage licenses require action by the governing body for all Temporary Alcoholic
Beverage License Applications. No public hearing is required for the issuance of a
license pursuant to this section if the person applying for the lice nse holds an on-sale
alcoholic beverage license or a retail malt beverage license in the municipality or
county, or holds an operating agreement for a municipal on -sale alcoholic beverage
license.
Licenses issued are event specific. The event duration cannot exceed 15 days.
Staff requests approval for the following special event / temporary alcoholic beverage
license from:
Sodexo Catering (License Holder RB-28249 and RW -28251):
o SDSU TL25-088 (12/5-6-7) – Madrigal Dinner (SDSU University Student
Union A&B)
o SDSU TL25-089 (12/21) – SDSU Wrestling (SDSU First Bank & Trust
Arena)
o SDSU TL26-010 (1/29/26) – GrowingON Conference (SDSU Dana J
Dykhouse Stadium - Club 71)
o SDSU TL26-011 (4/11/26) – Farmhouse Fraternity 60th Anniversary
(SDSU Dana J Dykhouse Stadium – Club 71)
Legal Consideration: None
Strategic Plan Consideration:
Fiscal Responsibility – Action to approve special event / temporary alcoholic beverage
licenses keeps the process transparent in the amount of revenue generated and the
number of licenses issued annually.
Financial Consideration:
Special Event / Temporary Alcoholic Beverage License Fee: $50 / event date
NOTE: event date can be up to 15 days in length.
Supporting Documentation:
State Law 35-4-124
35-4-124. Special alcoholic beverage licenses--Special events.
Any municipality or county may issue:
1) A special malt beverage retailers license in conjunction with a special event
within the municipality or county to any civic, charitable, educational, fraternal, or
veterans organization or any licensee licensed pursuant to § 35-4-111 or
subdivision 35-4-2(4), (6), or (16) in addition to any other licenses held by the
special events license applicant;
2) A special on-sale wine retailers license in conjunction with a special event within
the municipality or county to any civic, charitable, educational, fraternal, or
veterans organization or any licensee licensed pursuant to § 35-4-111 or
subdivision 35-4-2(4), (6), or (12) or any farm winery licensee in addition to any
other licenses held by the special events license applicant;
3) A special on-sale license in conjunction with a special event within the
municipality or county to any civic, charitable, educational, fraternal, or veterans
organization or any licensee licensed pursuant to § 35-4-111 or subdivision 35-4-
2(4) or (6) in addition to any other licenses held by the special events license
applicant;
4) A special off-sale package wine dealers license in conjunction with a special
event within the municipality or county to any civic, charitable, educational,
fraternal, or veterans organization or any licensee licensed pursuant to
subdivision 35-4-2(3), (5), or (12) or any farm winery licensee in addition to any
other licenses held by the special events license applicant. A special off-sale
package wine dealers licensee may only sell wine manufactured by a farm
winery licensee;
5) A special off-sale package wine dealers license in conjunction with a special
event, conducted pursuant to § 35-4-124.1, within the municipality or county to
any civic, charitable, educational, fraternal, or veterans organization;
6) A special off-sale package malt beverage dealers license in conjunction with a
special event, conducted pursuant to § 35-4-124.1, within the municipality or
county to any civic, charitable, educational, fraternal, or veterans organization; or
7) A special off-sale package dealers license in conjunction with a special event,
conducted pursuant to § 35-4-124.1, within the municipality or county to any
civic, charitable, educational, fraternal, or veterans organization.
The municipality or county may issue a license under this section for a time not to
exceed fifteen consecutive days. No public hearing is required for the issuance of a
license pursuant to this section if the person applying for the license holds an on-sale
alcoholic beverage license or a retail malt beverage license in the municipality or
county, or holds an operating agreement for a municipal on-sale alcoholic beverage
license. The local governing body shall establish rules to regulate and restrict the
operation of the special license, including rules limiting the number of licenses that may
be issued to any person within any calendar year.
Source: SL 2010, ch 185, § 1; SL 2011, ch 175, § 1; SL 2015, ch 195, § 1, eff. Mar. 13,
2015; SL 2018, ch 213, § 106; SL 2019, ch 162, § 2; SL 2020, ch 156, § 1; SL 2024, ch
149, § 1.
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(605) 692-6907 fax
File #:ID 25-0407,Version:1
Proclamation: National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Summary and Recommended Action:
Mayor Niemeyer will present a Proclamation to representatives of the Brookings Disability Awareness
Committee for National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
Attachments:
Proclamation
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MAYORAL PROCLAMATION
CITY OF BROOKINGS, SOUTH DAKOTA
WHEREAS, National Disability Employment Awareness Month is
commemorating its 80th anniversary of educating about disability
employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of
America's disabled workers; and
WHEREAS, NDEAM is led by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of
Disability Employment Policy, but its true spirit lies in the many observances
held at the grassroots level across the nation every year. Employers of all
sizes and in all industries are encouraged to participate in NDEAM; and
WHEREAS, Workplaces welcoming of the talents of all people, including
disabled people, are a critical part of our efforts to build an inclusive
community and strong economy.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Oepke G. Niemeyer, Mayor of the City of Brookings, do
hereby proclaim October 2025 as
NATIONAL DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH
And I call upon employers, schools and other community organizations in
Brookings to observe this month with appropriate programs and activities,
and to advance its important message that disabled people are equal to the
task throughout the year.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have placed the Seal of the City of
Brookings, State of South Dakota, this 14th day of October, 2025.
Oepke G. Niemeyer, Mayor
City of Brookings
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Government Center, 520
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(605) 692-6281 phone
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File #:ID 25-0439,Version:1
Introduction of new and promoted City of Brookings employees.
The following City of Brookings Fire Department supervisory employee will be introduced to the City
Council and public:
·Assistant Street Manager - Josh McClain
·Police Dept. Executive Coordinator - Midge Christiansen
·Deputy Police Chief - Ryan Baranyos
·Deputy City Manager - Johnny Mays
Biographies
·Assistant Street Manager - Josh McClain
Josh has been with the Street Department since 2008. Before coming to the City, Josh
worked for the SD Dept. of Transportation as a Lead Highway Worker.
Josh has also contributed to the City by serving on the Employee Advisory Group, and most
recently as a member of the Culture and empowerment Committee.
·Police Dept. Executive Coordinator - Midge Christianson
Midge grew up in Brookings County and graduated from SDSU. With 35 years of experience
in criminal justice and public safety, she has served in roles ranging from juvenile residential
treatment and probation to directing a multi-county corrections agency. Most recently she
worked nationally as a Policy Advisor for the Council of State Governments Justice Center.
·Deputy Police Chief - Ryan Baranyos
Originally from Northern Indiana, Ryan relocated to Arizona in his early twenties beginning a
24-year career in public safety with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office. Throughout his
tenure, he held various assignments and steadily advanced through the ranks, ultimately
retiring as a Lieutenant in 2023. That same year, he joined the Estes Park PD as a Police
Captain where he oversaw Investigations, Patrol, the School Resource Officer program, and
the Community Services Officers.
Ryan holds an Associate and a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, a Master’s Degree in
Human Resources, and is a graduate of Northwestern University’s Police Staff & Command
Program.
·Deputy City Manager - Johnny Mays
Mays is coming to Brookings from Columbia, MO, where he has worked as Director of
Facilities Management for Boone County since April 2023. Prior to that, Mays worked 12
years in various supervisor and manager roles for the City of Lenexa, KS.
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Mays earned his doctorate in public administration and public policy from West Chester
University of Pennsylvania. He has a master of liberal studies degree with a concentration in
political leadership and public service from Fort Hays State University and a bachelor of arts
degree in organizational management from Ashford University in Arizona. In addition, he
completed the Arizona State University Certified Public Management Program and the
Emerging Leaders Academy at the University of Kansas Public Management Center.
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Brookings, SD 57006
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(605) 692-6907 fax
File #:ID 25-0435,Version:1
Report: SDSU Student Association.
Summary:
SDSU SA Government Affairs Chair, Anna Hundt, will provide an update on SDSU happenings to the
City Council and members of the public.
My name is Anna Hundt. I am from Cashton, Wisconsin just outside of La Crosse. I am a
sophomore at SDSU studying Political Science and History with a Legal Studies minor and a Pre-
Law track. I am currently on track to graduate in December of 2027. I hope to attend law school
back in Wisconsin after I graduate to practice estate, LLC, and land law as an attorney. Though not
originally from South Dakota, I was able to serve as an intern for the South Dakota Legislature for
their 100th session. I served under Representative Bethany Soye in the House of Representatives. I
enjoyed my time there thoroughly and hope to return in some capacity throughout my undergraduate
career. At SDSU, I am involved in the Political Science Club, Pre-Law Society, the Newman Centr,
Honors College, and currently serve as the Treasurer of College Republicans.
The Students' Association is comprised of all General Activity Fee-paying students at South Dakota
State University. The Students' Association Senate is the official student government organization at
SDSU, consisting of 26 senators representing each of the academic colleges and the student body
president and vice president.
The Students' Association Senate serves as a representative body to bring the voice of SDSU
students to university administration, faculty, staff, state legislators and the South Dakota Board of
Regents of Higher Education. The Students' Association also allocates student fee funds to support
various campus entities, facilities and many student organizations.
SDSU SA Website:<https://www.sdstate.edu/students-association>
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(605) 692-6907 fax
File #:ID 25-0434,Version:1
Reports: City Council Ex-Officio Reports
Summary:
City Council Members, serving as Ex-Officio members on the Brookings Health System Board of
Trustees and Utility Board, will provide verbal reports regarding recent meetings they have attended
at the first City Council meeting of the month.
Brookings Municipal Utility Board:
1.Council Member Wayne Avery
2.Council Member Bonny Specker
Brookings Health Systems Board of Trustees:
1.Council Member Brianna Doran
2.Council Member Lisa Hager
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File #:ID 25-0436,Version:1
Report: Annual Report on 2025 Downtown at Sundown Event.
Summary and Recommended Action:
The Brookings Chamber has requested to present to the City Council a 2025 Year-End Report on the
Brookings Summer Music Series known as Downtown at Sundown. The report is informational and
conversational in nature. City Council is encouraged to ask questions and engage in discussion.
Attachments:
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From: Ainsley Bennett, Brookings Chamber Event Coordinator
Kelsey Doom, Brookings Chamber Director
Council Meeting: October 14, 2025
Subject: 2025 Downtown at Sundown (DT@SD) wrap-up
Presenter: Ainsley Bennett, Brookings Chamber Event Coordinator
Summary and Recommended Action:
A presentation reviewing the 2025 Downtown at Sundown music festival. This review
will go over the event’s history, logistics, vendors, financials, marketing, successes, and
future opportunities.
Item Details:
Downtown at Sundown began in 2015, making this its 10th year. On Thursday evenings
from 5:30pm – 9:00pm, July 24th - August 21st, the Brookings community gathered on
Main Avenue for live music, local food and drinks, and family-friendly activities.
July 24 – Kickoff of Series
July 31 - Bobcat Night
o Partnership with the Brookings School District
August 7 - New Resident Welcome Night
o Interacted with 50+ New Residents
August 14 - Multicultural Night
o 5 Multicultural booths
August 21 - SDSU Night
o Partnership with SDSU President’s Office, University Marketing and
Communications, and Athletics Department
Legal Consideration: None.
Strategic Plan Consideration:
Safe, Inclusive, Connected Community – The City of Brookings will create an
environment for inclusive programs, gathering places, and events where the
community can safely live, work and come together to participate in opportunities
for learning, recreation and enjoyment.
Financial Consideration: None.
Supporting Documentation:
Presentation
/01
DT@SD
Review
D o w n t o w n a t S u n d o w n | 2 0 2 5
/02
D o w n t o w n a t S u n d o w n | 2 0 2 5
• Thursday night 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm from July
24 - August 21 th st
• 2025 = 10th Year
• The primary goal of the event is to create a
free all-ages event and central gathering place
for community members and visitors alike.
About
/03History
D o w n t o w n a t S u n d o w n | 2 0 2 5
• 2013: Community Charrette and survey
• 2014: The City (Tim Reed, Jeff Weldon),
CVB (Jennifer Johnson), and DBI (Kristin
Heismeyer) strategized and ultimately hired
event consultant Annie Creek, LLC, based in
Spearfish, South Dakota.
• 2015: First series put on by CVB (7 weeks)
• 2019: CVB passed the baton to Chamber
/04
Downtown at Sundown | 2025The Team
Kelsey Doom
Layne Manson
Casey Stickland
Ainsley Bennett
Chamber Staff
Eleanor Wehseler
Hannah Spoden
Rylee Terveen
Masume Krol
Erin Soltys
Interns
The Downtown at Sundown event series is managed
and executed by the Brookings Area Chamber of
Commerce, with funding provided by the City of
Brookings as well as event sponsors.
/05
Theme
Nights &
Special
Additions
Theme Nights-
July 31: Bobcat Night
8 Brookings Bobcat related features
August 8: New Resident Night
Interacted with 50+ new residents
August 14: Multicultural Night
5 multicultural vendor booths
August 21: SDSU Night
9 SDSU related features
D o w n t o w n a t S u n d o w n | 2 0 2 5
Special Additions-
Bowes Construction Sandbox - Kid Zone
BHS Band Performance - Bobcat Night
10 Anniversary Mural Revealth
Guest Speakers - SDSU Night
Dr. Michaela Willis
Coach Dan Jackson
/06
Vendor
Summary
Total Number of Vendors - 41
Food Vendors - 7
Business/Non-profit - 14
Retail - 3
Multicultural - 5
Sponsors - 12
D o w n t o w n a t S u n d o w n | 2 0 2 5
New Vendors - 14
Returning Vendors - 27
*Comparisons from 2024 to 2025
Item Budgeted Actual
City Allocation $20,000 $20,000
Sponsorships $36,300 $42,000
Vendor Fees $8,000 $10,683
Beer Sales $7,300 $6,819.55
In-Kind $9,500 $8,500
TOTAL $81,100 $87,957.55 /07
Financials
Revenue
D o w n t o w n a t S u n d o w n | 2 0 2 5
/08
D o w n t o w n a t S u n d o w n | 2 0 2 5
Expenses
Item Budgeted Actual
Operations $29,550 $29,619.10
Marketing $24,330 $20,598.35
Entertainment $16,750 $14,652.75
In-Kind $9,500 $8,500
TOTAL $80,130 $73,370.20
NET $970 $14,587.35
Financials
Marketing
/09
Downtown at Sundown | 202515.8K (Facbeook)
3.1K (Instagram)
Social Media
4.6K Visits
Website
Radio Ads, Brookings Billboards, Town &
Country Shopper Ads, Register Articles
Other Marketing
2,404
Week 1
6,368
Week 2
3,574
Week 3
3,766
Week 4
4,012
Week 5
Total
20,124
(+12%
increase)
Attendance
D o w n t o w n a t S u n d o w n | 2 0 2 5
/10
Event Date Attendees Notes
July 24 4,219
July 31 4,154 Bobcat Night
August 7 3,073 New Resident Night
August 14 2,538 Multicultural Night
August 21 3,914 SDSU Night
2,404
Week 1
6,368
Week 2
3,574
Week 3
3,766
Week 4
4,012
Week 5
Total
20,124
(+12%
increase)
D o w n t o w n a t S u n d o w n | 2 0 2 5
/11
Year Attendees Change
2016 5,939
2017 8,157 +37%
2018 7,643 -6%
2019 9,747 +28%
2020 0 -100%
2021 12,134 +24% (from 2019)
2022 18,004 +48%
2023 20,123 +12%
2024 15,603 -22%
2025 17,898 +14%
Attendance
SWOT
Analysis
D o w n t o w n a t S u n d o w n | 2 0 2 5
High Vendor Demand
10th Anniversary Mural & Partnerships
Volunteer Support
Strengths
Power Resources
Crowd Flow & Space
Weaknesses
Building on 10 Anniversary Momentumth
New Resident Welcome Night
Multicultural Night
Merger
Opportunities
Weather
Competing Events
Merger
Threats
/12
Sponsors
A HUGE thank you to the City of Brookings
and First Bank & Trust for your continued
investment in Downtown at Sundown.Downtown at Sundown | 2025/13
he chan
/14
Thank
you!Downtown at Sundown | 2025
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File #:ORD 25-032,Version:2
Public Hearing and Action on Ordinance 25-032, an Ordinance to Rezone the West Half of the
Northwest Quarter, Excluding Platted Areas in Section 20, Township 110, Range 49 from Agriculture
(A) District to an Industrial (I-1) Light District.
Summary and Recommended Action:
NE Hansen LLC has submitted a petition to rezone the West Half of the Northwest Quarter,
Excluding Platted Areas in Section 20, Township 110, Range 49. The request is to rezone the land
as described from Agriculture (A) District to an Industrial (I-1) Light District. The Development Review
Team recommends approval. The Planning Commission voted 8-0 to recommend approval.
Attachments:
Memo
Ordinance
Hearing Notice - City Council
Hearing Notice - Planning Commission
Planning Commission Minutes
Petition to Rezone
Location Map
Zoning Map
Future Land Use Map
I-1 Zoning Regulations
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From: Ryan Miller, City Planner
Council Meeting: September 23, 2025 / October 14, 2025
Subject: Ordinance 25-032: Rezone the West Half of The Northwest
Quarter, Excluding Platted Areas in Section 20, Township
110, Range 49, City of Brookings, Brookings County, South
Dakota from Agriculture (A) District to an Industrial (I-1) Light
District.
Presenter: Mike Struck, Community Development Director
Summary and Recommended Action:
NE Hansen LLC has submitted a petition to rezone the West Half of the Northwest
Quarter, Excluding Platted Areas in Section 20, Township 110, Range 49. The request
is to rezone the land as described from Agriculture (A) District to Industrial (I-1) Light
District. The Development Review Team recommends approval. The Planning
Commission voted 8-0 to recommend approval.
Item Details:
The rezone area is approximately 54 acres located at the southeast corner of 34th
Avenue and US Highway 14 Bypass. The area was recently annexed into the City of
Brookings. Prior to annexation, a Future Land Use Map revision was applied for and
approved changing the area from Urban Medium Intensity to General Industrial for
future use. The General Industrial future land use category supports a rezone to
Industrial I-1.
Adjacent zoning districts include Agriculture to the north, east, and south. Adjacent land
to the south is zoned Business B-3 Heavy District and Industrial I-1 Light District.
The owner has submitted a preliminary plat for the same 54 acres, which proposes
seven lots to be zoned I-1 if the rezoning is approved.
Legal Consideration:
None.
Strategic Plan Consideration:
Economic Growth – The City of Brookings will support effective diversified community
investment and equitable opportunities for prosperity.
Financial Consideration:
None.
Supporting Documentation:
Ordinance
Hearing Notice – City Council
Hearing Notice – Planning Commission
Planning Commission Minutes
Petition to Rezone
Location Map
Zoning Map
Future Land Use Map
I-1 Zoning Regulations
ORDINANCE 25-032
AN ORDINANCE TO CHANGE THE ZONING WITHIN THE CITY OF BROOKINGS:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF BROOKINGS, SOUTH DAKOTA:
SECTION 1. That the real estate situated in the City of Brookings, County of Brookings,
State of South Dakota, described as follows, to-wit:
The West Half of the Northwest Quarter, Excluding Platted Areas in Section Twenty,
Township One-Hundred Ten North, Range Forty-Nine West, Excluding Land North
of US Highway 14 Bypass, in the City of Brookings, Brookings County, South Dakota,
from an Agriculture (A) District to an Industrial (I-1) Light District.
In accordance with Section 94-7 of Article I of the Code of Ordinances of Brookings, South
Dakota, as said districts are more fully set forth and described in Articles III and IV,
Chapter 94 of the City of Brookings, South Dakota.
SECTION 2. The permitted use of the property heretofore described be and the same is
hereby altered and changed in accordance herewith pursuant to Articles III and IV,
Chapter 94 of the City of Brookings, South Dakota.
SECTION 3. All sections and ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
FIRST READING: September 23, 2025
SECOND READING AND ADOPTION: October 14, 2025
PUBLISHED: October 17, 2025
CITY OF BROOKINGS, SD
Oepke G. Niemeyer, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Bonnie Foster, City Clerk
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Ordinance 25-032
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Brookings City Council, Brookings, South Dakota, will hold
a public hearing at 5:30 p.m., CST, Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in the Brookings City & County
Government Center Chambers, 520 Third Street, to consider adoption of a revision to the City
Code of Ordinances, entitled Ordinance 25-032, an Ordinance to Rezone the West Half of the
Northwest Quarter, excluding platted areas in Section 20-T110N-R49W from Agriculture (A)
District to an Industrial (I-1) Light District. At which time and place all persons interested will be
given a full, fair and complete hearing thereon. Dated in Brookings, South Dakota, this 26th day
of September, 2025.
CITY OF BROOKINGS, SD
Bonnie Foster, City Clerk
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NOTICE OF HEARING
UPON PETITION TO REZONE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that NE Hanson, LLC has submitted a petition to
rezone the following described real estate in the City of Brookings and Brookings County,
South Dakota:
The West Half of the Northwest Quarter Excluding Platted Areas in Section Twenty,
Township One-Hundred Ten North, Range Forty-Nine West, Excluding Land North
of US Highway 14 Bypass, in the City of Brookings, Brookings County, South
Dakota.
The request is to rezone the above-described real estate from an Agriculture A District to
an Industrial I-1 Light District.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that said request will be acted on by Planning
Commission at 5:30 PM on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in the Chambers Room on the
third floor of the Brookings City & County Government Center at 520 Third Street,
Brookings, South Dakota. Any action taken by the Planning Commission is a
recommendation made to the City Council.
Any person interested may appear and be heard on this matter.
Dated this 21st day of August, 2025.
Ryan Miller
City Planner
Planning Commission
Brookings, South Dakota
September 2, 2025
OFFICIAL MINUTES
Chairperson Scot Leddy called the meeting of the Planning Commission to order on Tuesday,
September 2, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers Room #310 on the third floor of the City &
County Government Center. Members present were Tanner Aiken, Emily Braun, Billie Jo Hinrichs,
Scot Leddy, Jacob Limmer, Nick Schmeichel, Roger Solum and Debra Spear. Kyle Jamison was
absent. Also present were Community Development Director Michael Struck, City Planner Ryan
Miller and Associate Planner Bailey Maca. Also present was Kyle Rausch, David Schaefer, Jason
Crow, Jon Sprang, Jason Harms and Justin Bucher from the public.
Item #6a – NE Hansen LLC has submitted a petition to rezone the West Half of the Northwest
Quarter, Excluding Platted Areas in Section 20, Township 110, Range 49. The request is to rezone the
land as described from Agriculture A District to Industrial I-1 Light District. The Development Review
Team recommends approval.
(Limmer/Solum) Motion to approve the rezone. All present voted aye. MOTION CARRIED.
OFFICIAL SUMMARY
Item #6a – The rezone area is approximately fifty-four aces located at the southeast corner of 34th
Avenue and US Highway 14 bypass. The area was recently annexed into the City of Brookings. Prior
to annexation, a future land use map revision was applied for and approved changing the area from
Urban Medium Intensity to General Industrial for future use. The General Industrial future land use
category supports a rezone to Industrial I-1.
Bucher, Banner Engineer, was available for inquiries.
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Sec. 94-136. - Industrial I-1 light district.
Intent. This district is intended to provide for a number of light manufacturing, light processing,
warehousing and service uses. This district includes the supportive commercial uses for the
industrial businesses.
Scope of regulations. The regulations set forth in this section or set forth elsewhere in this
chapter, when referred to in this section, are the district regulations of the Industrial I-1 light
district.
Permitted uses.
Assembling and packaging.
Freight handling.
Manufacturing, light.
Warehousing.
Processing, light.
Parking facility or lot.
Office building.
Truck stop.
Automobile service station.
Public utility facility.
Reverse vending machine.
Contractors shop and storage yard.
Motor vehicle repair shop.
Semi-trailer storage.
Farm implement sales.
Telecommunications tower.
Emergency services.
Wholesale trade.
Public transportation facility.
Permitted special uses. A building or premises may be used for the following purposes in
conformance with conditions prescribed herein:
Day care facility.
A four-foot-high transparent fence shall be constructed between the play area and the
street.
An off-street pick-up and drop-off area shall be provided.
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Light processing facility for recyclables.
All storage and processing areas shall have perimeter fencing on all sides.
Buy back center for recyclables.
A list of the types of recyclable material to be collected shall be approved prior to the
issuance of any permit.
Citizens drop-off facility for recyclables.
Containers or bins shall be provided for all waste material.
No container shall be located within 100 feet of a residential district.
Household hazardous waste site.
Such uses shall be within a completely enclosed building.
The applicant must comply with the provisions of all applicable laws and ordinances.
Transfer site for recyclables.
All storage areas shall have perimeter fencing on all sides.
A list of the types of recyclable material to be collected shall be approved prior to the
issuance of any permit.
Automobile storage yard.
Impound area shall be surfaced with gravel, asphalt or concrete.
Microbrewery.
The production of malt beverages shall be limited to 15,000 barrels per year or less.
A malt beverage manufacturer's license must be obtained per State law.
A municipal off-sale license must be obtained per city ordinance prior to any sale of the
manufacturer's malt beverages. All beverage containers shall be sealed. No on-sale shall
be permitted.
Outdoor storage.
All storage areas must have perimeter fencing on all sides.
Animal research facility.
All processes and experimentation must be confined within an enclosed building.
Animal loading, unloading, and confinement areas must be completely within an enclosed
building at all times.
No outside manure storage is permitted and a waste disposal plan must be approved.
All buildings used to house animals shall be insulated to reduce noise and designed to
reduce or eliminate odors.
Indoor recreation facility.
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The use must be contained within a building.
All equipment and materials shall be stored inside the building.
Conditional uses.
Kennel.
Broadcast tower.
Outdoor sales.
Concrete plant.
SWECS.
Density, area, yard and height regulations. The I-1 district regulations are as follows:
Density
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All uses 20 feet 20 feet*20 feet*N/A*
*Refer to section 94-399.1 bufferyards.
Accessory uses. Accessory uses and building permitted in the I-1 district are buildings and uses
customarily incidental to any of the permitted uses in the district.
Parking regulations. Parking, loading and stacking within the I-1 district shall be in conformance
with the regulations set forth in division 4 of article VI of this chapter.
Sign regulations. Signs within the I-1 district shall be in conformance with the regulations set forth
in division 5 of article VI of this chapter.
Other regulations. Development within the I-1 district shall be in conformance with the
regulations set forth in article II of this chapter.
(Ord. No. 21-03, 8-26-2003; Ord. No. 11-04, 5-25-2004; Ord. No. 08-05, § I, 4-19-2005; Ord. No. 29-09, § 1, 11-
17-2009; Ord. No. 38-10, § 1, 12-14-2010; Ord. No. 18-12, § 2, 7-10-2012; Ord. No. 15-003, § 2, 5-12-2015;
Ord. No. 19-008, § 1, 6-11-2019; Ord. No. 20-014, § 3, 8-11-2020; Ord. No. 22-040, § I, 12-13-2022; Ord. No.
23-036, § 1, 11-14-2023)
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