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City Manager

2 Stories
Posted on: September 14, 2011

Ainslie Hired as New Sturgis City Manager

Mr. Ainslie is the Development Manager for the City of Merced, California and has served the
community since 2004. In that role, Mr. Ainslie completed numerous capital projects valued at more than $23,000,000, including a... Read on...

Posted on: October 26, 2011

Holiday Closures

The City Manager's office (including Human Resources, Legal and Constituent Services) will be closed on Veterans Day, Thanksgiving and the Friday following Thanksgiving.


Community Center

3 Stories
Posted on: January 27, 2012

Girls Volleyball Registration will be Coming Soon

Season to begin in March. Watch for details here, and also on our Facebook Page.

Posted on: January 23, 2012

Music Revue & Chocolate Tasting

Produced by the Drama Committee of the Sturgis Area Arts Council. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for Senior Citizens and Students, $5 children five and under.

Posted on: February 2, 2011

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Finance Department

1 Story
Posted on: February 7, 2012

2012 Budget Forecast

According to Ainslie, the City finished 2011 with a $17,000 budget surplus. City staff has been working to trim their budgets by 3% for 2012 and the City has already made changes to the employee health care plan that will... Read on...


Fire & Emergency

4 Stories
Posted on: December 30, 2011

Law Enforcement Urges Motorists: Slow Down, Move Over

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011
CONTACT: Terry Woster, Public Information Officer, 605.773.3178
Law Enforcement Urges Motorists: Slow Down, Move Over
The South Dakota Highway Patrol, State Office of... Press Release...

Posted on: November 16, 2011

Sturgis Emergency Services Offers Tips On Winter Storm Preparedness

Taking a few simple steps could save your life during an emergency weather event.

What You Need To Do...
Posted on: October 25, 2011

Employee Spotlight on the Sturgis Ambulance Service

In addition to caring for the residents of Sturgis, they also serve the people of western Meade County and eastern Lawrence County including lower Boulder Canyon, the I-90 corridor between exits 40 and 28, north to the... Read on...

Posted on: October 20, 2011

Sturgis Fire Department Offers Tips on Winter Fire Safety

The Sturgis Fire Department reminds residents to use caution when heating this winter.

Safety Tips...

Home

14 Stories
Posted on: February 7, 2012

2012 Budget Forecast

According to Ainslie, the City finished 2011 with a $17,000 budget surplus. City staff has been working to trim their budgets by 3% for 2012 and the City has already made changes to the employee health care plan that will... Read on...

2012 Budget Summary...
Posted on: February 7, 2012

Council Considers Establishing a Community Garden

The proposed site is north of Tom's T's in the Sturgis City Park. During the meeting, the Council passed a resolution approving the garden site. The City will help construct a fence and install a water supply using... Read on...

Posted on: February 7, 2012

2011 Constituent Survey Results

The most recent Constituent Survey was sent out in December 2011. 15% of the surveys were returned by the January 23 deadline. The results of the survey will be considered as the City Council sets their goals for 2012.

View Results...
Posted on: February 1, 2012

14th Annual N. Hills Ag Fest & Home Show Scheduled for February 17

Stock show, attendees can also shop the many exhibitors located inside the Community Center from 10:00 until 6:00 and take part in the Chili & Stew Cook-off from 11:00 to 1:00. Hosted by the Sturgis Chamber 347-2556.

Posted on: January 6, 2012

IRS Forms Available at City Hall

The IRS has set a table with 2011 tax forms and information in the lobby at City Hall.

Posted on: December 30, 2011

Law Enforcement Urges Motorists: Slow Down, Move Over

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011
CONTACT: Terry Woster, Public Information Officer, 605.773.3178
Law Enforcement Urges Motorists: Slow Down, Move Over
The South Dakota Highway Patrol, State Office of... Press Release...

Posted on: December 22, 2011

Reminder - Clear The Snow Routes For The Plows

In December of 2010, the City Council approved an amendment to the existing Snow Removal Ordinance (15.03.08) that makes special provisions for a Snow Route designation. Under the new amendment, people living on a Snow... Read on...

Snow Routes...
Posted on: November 8, 2011

Sturgis City Council Approves Voting Ward Redistricting

Between 2000 and 2010, Sturgis grew by 2.87% and now has 6,627 residents. Due to the growth in certain areas, voting ward boundaries had to be redrawn with each ward representing approximately one-fourth of the city’s... Read on...

Additional Information and New Map...
Posted on: November 16, 2011

Sturgis Emergency Services Offers Tips On Winter Storm Preparedness

Taking a few simple steps could save your life during an emergency weather event.

What You Need To Do...
Posted on: October 25, 2011

Snow Removal Reminders

Snow is removed from life, safety and emergency routes first. The second priority is the major arterial streets (Lazelle, Harmon, Ballpark, Sherman, Douglas, Nellie, and the Whitewood Service Road) followed by major-minor... Read on...

Additional Info...
Posted on: October 25, 2011

Snow Shoveling Resource List Established

A list is being established with the names and phone numbers of individuals who are willing to assist with shoveling walks following a snow storm. If you would like to be included on this list, you can sign up online or call... Read on...

View List...
Posted on: October 25, 2011

City Establishing Contractor List

In the event of a major snow storm or other emergency operations, the City maintains a list of pre-qualified contractors who may be available for contract work. If you have equipment such as a backhoe, track hoe, dump truck... Read on...

Application Information...
Posted on: October 18, 2011

2011 Rally Wrap Up

As expected, the 71st anniversary of the annual event was slightly smaller than the previous year, but numbers for attendees and spending were still strong despite the stressed economy.

Press Release and Statistics...
Posted on: October 11, 2011

SDDOT Unveils New Road-Condition Website

Travelers who visit www.safetravelusa.com/sd will find a user-friendly map that shows road conditions, road construction, traffic cameras, and features not previously available.

Details...

Library

4 Stories
Posted on: February 6, 2012

Library Closed February 18-20

The Sturgis Public Library will be closed Saturday, February 18th through Monday, February 20th.

Posted on: February 4, 2012

eReader - Now What?

By popular demand we are offering another session on eReaders. Do you have a Kindle, Nook, iPad or other eReader? Stop by the Sturgis Public Library on Wednesday, February 8th at 9:00 a.m. to learn about downloadable eBooks... Read on...

South Dakota Titles to Go
Posted on: January 27, 2012

February Library Newsletter Available

The February Newsletter for the Sturgis Public Library is now available.

Click Here to View Newsletter
Posted on: November 22, 2011

Sturgis Library Director's Basketry Featured at the Dahl

There will be a public reception at the Dahl on December 9, 2011 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. The public is invited to stop by and enjoy this amazing basketry display and show support our local artist at the reception.


Parks & Cemetery

1 Story
Posted on: February 7, 2012

Council Considers Establishing a Community Garden

The proposed site is north of Tom's T's in the Sturgis City Park. During the meeting, the Council passed a resolution approving the garden site. The City will help construct a fence and install a water supply using... Read on...


Police

3 Stories
Posted on: December 30, 2011

Law Enforcement Urges Motorists: Slow Down, Move Over

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011
CONTACT: Terry Woster, Public Information Officer, 605.773.3178
Law Enforcement Urges Motorists: Slow Down, Move Over
The South Dakota Highway Patrol, State Office of... Press Release...

Posted on: December 22, 2011

Reminder - Clear The Snow Routes For The Plows

In December of 2010, the City Council approved an amendment to the existing Snow Removal Ordinance (15.03.08) that makes special provisions for a Snow Route designation. Under the new amendment, people living on a Snow... Read on...

Snow Routes...
Posted on: October 4, 2011

Sturgis Police Department Receives Highway Safety Grant

During the next twelve months, police officers will be conducting saturation patrols, DUI checkpoints and motorcycle safety initiatives. Officers will also be working with the school system to offer programs that will... Read on...


Public Works

2 Stories
Posted on: October 25, 2011

Now Taking Applications for Contracting Work

If you are a licensed contractor with snow removal equipment and would like to be considered for contract work on an "on call" basis and you meet the criteria to be a contractor for the city, please make application... Read on...

Applications...
Posted on: October 4, 2011

City Awarded Recycling Grant

The grant from South Dakota Department of Natural Resources will assist the City in purchasing two large recycling collection containers that will be placed at the Public Works location on Dudley Street and at a location on... Read on...


Rally Department

2 Stories
Posted on: October 26, 2011

Holiday Closures

The Rally Department will be closed on the following days in November:
Veterans Day - Closed
Wednesday, November 23 - Closed
Thanksgiving Day - Closed
Friday following Thanksgiving - Closed

Posted on: October 18, 2011

2011 Rally Wrap Up

As expected, the 71st anniversary of the annual event was slightly smaller than the previous year, but numbers for attendees and spending were still strong despite the stressed economy.

Press Release and Statistics...

Water & Utilies Department

3 Stories
Posted on: January 3, 2012

MUB to Hold Public Hearing on Lazelle Street Project

The city of Sturgis and the MUB is seeking $2,200,000 of funding from the Board of Water and Natural Resources for the Lazelle Street water project. Funds could be either a grant from the state Consolidated Water Facilities... Read on...

Posted on: December 13, 2011

Water Rates To Increase In January 2012

In order to cover expenses related to a major water project in 2011 and 2012, adjustments have been made to residential and commercial water accounts. An additional monthly surcharge of $4.60 will be charged. In addition,... Read on...

Additional Info...
Posted on: October 25, 2011

Now Taking Applications for Contracting Work

If you are a licensed contractor with excavation equipment and would like to be considered for contract work on an "on call" basis and you meet the criteria to be a contractor for the city, please make application with... Read on...

Applications...

contact us
City of Sturgis, 1040 2nd Street, Sturgis, SD • Ph: (605) 347-4422 • Fx: (605) 347-4861