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The Turner County Sheriff's Department protects the rights of the citizens within its jurisdiction to be free from criminal attacks, to be secure in their possessions and to live in peace. The County Sheriff is the contact for mental health holds, county jail information, burning bans, and fingerprinting (call for specifics).

Acts as the bookkeeper for county business, collects and distributes minutes from all Lincoln County Commission meetings, collects vouchers for all accounts payable and county employee payroll, keeps track of tax districts and set the county mill levy, keeps track of unpaid taxes, issues business beer and liquor licenses, accounts receivable for court appointed attorneys and poor relief (lien process), voter registration, and County-wide elections. Notary Public services available. Some fees may apply.

The City of Mobridge operates a park system that includes the following: Legion Memorial Park, West Playpark, East Playpark, City Park, Plaza Park, Wrigley Square, and Riverfront Walking Path. Park amenities vary but include playground equipment, picnic areas, softball diamonds, soccer fields, football fields, tennis court, basketball court, flower garden, outdoor stage area, walking path, and a disc golf course.

Maintains court records of all types including civil, criminal, family, and probate; assists with jury trials; provides procedural information; accepts and records payments for filing fees, fines, court costs, and restitution. Also performs record searches and provides record reports upon request. Visit the website and select Court Forms to view and print forms including application for court appointed counsel, child support, custody, divorce, domestic protection order, expungement, guardianship and conservatorship, name change, traffic and criminal offense records, small claims, stalking protection order, and vulnerable adult protection order.

Services include collecting fees for property taxes and vehicle licenses (cars, motorcycles, trucks, trailers, commercial vehicles, snowmobiles, and boats), parking permits application and issuing for individuals with a disability, and application assistance for tax reduction / rebate programs for individuals who are disabled and / or elderly (65 or older). Self-Service Terminal (SST): Hy-Vee Food Store - 2100 Broadway Avenue (24 hours a day, 365 days a year) The terminal can be used to renew ANY county registration across South Dakota. Access to the terminals is fast and efficient. The touch screen prompts will walk you through the entire process. The terminal can only be used by individuals who possess a valid South Dakota driver's license or South Dakota identification card and are the owner listed on the title of the vehicle.

Acts as an advocate and provides assistance to military veterans and their dependents in determining eligibility and applying for various federal and state benefits, such as service-connected compensation, non-service connected pension, outpatient and hospital medical treatment, guaranteed home loan certificates, education and on-the-job training benefits, burial benefits, survivor benefits, referral information, as well as many others.

Investigates child abuse and neglect cases by working with the State's Attorney, law enforcement, and community resources to determine extent of alleged child abuse or neglect. Other services include adoptions, licensing of foster homes, assessment services, case management, and intensive family services. To report abuse or neglect, during regular business hours dial 877-244-0864. After business hours, contact local law enforcement.

The South Dakota Driver's License Program is responsible for individuals that are applying for a South Dakota Driver's License or Identification Card.

• What documents do I need? Visit https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing/required-documents for a list of the needed / appropriate documents.
• For driver tests, duplicates, and renewals, you must either call (605) 773-6883 between 8:00am - 5:00pm to schedule an appointment or schedule online at www.dps.sd.gov. Driver tests must be scheduled, at least two weeks before the desired test date.
• Driver Education: Is offered across South Dakota by various local entities and schools. If you are interested in learning about programs in your area, email or call (605) 431-6520 to speak with Christopher Grant, the SD State Driver Education Coordinator.
• Driving Manuals: Are available at https://dps.sd.gov/driver-licensing/south-dakota-licensing-information/driving-manuals.

Now available in Spanish: driver license application, study manuals and written test. Driving part of the test is still given via English as the spoken language.

Juveniles are committed to the Juvenile Division of the Department of Corrections by a Circuit Court Judge. Mission is to protect the citizens of South Dakota by providing safe and secure facilities for juvenile offenders and to provide opportunities for their rehabilitation, and to provide effective community supervision upon their release.

Made up of 5 divisions that collectively maintain the City infrastructure, parks, and vehicles: The Street Division maintains paved and gravel roads, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and stormwater systems, sign and signal infrastructure, and snow plowing schedules and maps. Also patches potholes, blades gravel roads, and mows along rural road sections. The Parks Division provides maintenance and improvement for the nine City parks. The Water Division operates the City's water wells and maintains the water distribution system. Ensures the supply of quality drinking water meets or surpasses state and federal guidelines. The Sewer Division oversees the sanitary sewer collection system and wastewater processing and treatment The Fleet and Vehicle Maintenance Division services all of the City's fleet and vehicles.

Finance Office is responsible for overall town management and operations, manages all financing and compliance requirements, in charge of water, sewer, and garbage billing and collection, record keeping, clerical duties, and website maintenance. This office also handles Code Enforcement complaints and event rentals for wedding receptions and anniversaries, community-wide events, or use by a non-profit organization.

Investigates deaths that are not clearly due to natural causes, such as sudden, unexpected, or unnatural deaths. Determines the cause and manner of death through investigations, which may include autopsies, scene examinations, and witness interviews. Additionally, identifies the deceased, notifies next of kin, and ensures proper release of personal effects.

The Court Services Officers design and supervise juvenile diversion program services, conduct adult and juvenile, misdemeanant and felony pre-sentence investigations and prepare related written reports and recommendations, provide probation services to adult and juvenile, misdemeanant and felony probationers and their families, plan and collect offender-paid victim restitution, and develop and supervise offender community service programs, providing public education programs, and manage community-based service activities for adult and juvenile, misdemeanor and felony offenders and their families.

A public health nutrition program for income-eligible infants and children up to age 5, pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women. WIC provides nutrition education to help make healthy eating choices, breastfeeding education for expectant and new mothers looking to learn more about their infant nutrition options, referrals to connect families with quality medical care and other community services, and food benefits to help families purchase nutritious groceries at participating businesses statewide.

Supports service members, veterans, and their families. Services include critical intervention and referral, legal resources, financial resources, Tricare resources, ID cards, and community information, referrals, and outreach.

TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) is a temporary public assistance work program administered by the Department of Social Services in partnership with the Department of Labor and Regulation. It is designed to provide temporary assistance and build economic self-sufficiency for children and families. Eligibility and income guidelines are available by phone or by visiting the website.

The Brookings County Finance Office Department has 2 Divisions: Finance Division: Accountable for revenue collected by all other county offices and appropriating the funds to the correct revenue account Bookkeeper of all county finances Issues distress warrants to the Sheriff in the event of non-payment on state sales taxes or unemployment insurance Keeps records of Commission proceedings Fiscal duties include conducting a monthly verification of all bank balances and cash items and making a report of the same to the County Commission. Preserves any documents, books, accounting records, maps, and other materials deposited in the Finance Office Keeps inventory of county property Maintains all Capital Assets records Notary Public services available. Some fees may apply. Pays all the bills of the county including payroll Processes all county liquor licenses Publishes an annual report of the receipts and disbursements as well as the assets and liabilities of the county Parking permits application and issuing for individuals with a disability Application assistance for tax reduction / rebate programs for individuals who are disabled and / or elderly (65 or older) Collecting fees for property taxes and vehicle licenses (cars, motorcycles, trucks, trailers, commercial vehicles, snowmobiles, and boats) Election Division Responsible for coordinating all countywide elections, including primary and general Elections. Responsible for the master voter registration list for Brookings County. Residents can register to vote and request absentee ballots for countywide, primary and general elections from the County Finance Office.

Represents the interests of the state in prosecution of adult and juvenile crime and providing legal advice and representation to the county officials, department heads, and staff. The State's Attorney Office cannot represent private parties or give them legal advice.

Services include collecting fees for property taxes and vehicle licenses (cars, motorcycles, trucks, trailers, commercial vehicles, snowmobiles, and boats), parking permits application and issuing for individuals with a disability, and recording all liens, canceling liens and duplicate titles.

Represents the interests of the state in prosecution of adult and juvenile crime and providing legal advice and representation to the county officials, department heads, and staff. The State's Attorney Office cannot represent private parties or give them legal advice.

Assess all real estate property in the county for assessment / tax purposes. As required by Statute the assessed value must be at or near market value. This office also answers questions pertaining to floodplains.

Coordinates all agencies within the jurisdiction to include public, private, and non-governmental organizations to ensure the protection of life and property in the event of threatened or actual natural disasters, terrorism, technological, and man-made events. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining the county plan for reacting to emergencies. During an actual emergency, the director coordinates the action and trains other agencies to respond to emergencies. County emergency managers can make contact with volunteer fire departments in their county when necessary. This is not an emergency first response organization. If you are in immediate danger, please call 911.

Provides Public Health Nursing and Maternal Child Healthcare Services through various programs. General public health services include professional nursing and nutrition information and guidance on health, safety, and nutrition for individuals, families, and communities. Services such as influenza vaccinations and screenings for blood pressure, hearing, vision, and hemoglobin are available at a fee. Maternal Child Healthcare provides Infant Sleep Safety services, immunizations, and pregnancy support services. Infant Sleep Safety services provide education on infant safe sleep practices and link families to resources when the purchase of a crib is a financial hardship. ​Immunizations services are available for children from birth through age 18 for all universally recommended vaccinations including influenza. The Vaccines for Children's Program provides vaccines for children who are uninsured, have insurance that does not cover vaccinations, are Medicaid eligible, or are Native American or Alaskan Native. For families with insurance coverage, the Department of Health is an in-network provider for Sanford, Avera/Dakotacare, and Blue Cross/Blue Shield. ​Pregnancy Support Services include regular visits with a nurse to share information about pregnancy, to provide assistance in obtaining early and on-going prenatal care from a qualified healthcare provider, and to link women to resources they may need to support a healthy pregnancy. Teaching topics may include: how your body is changing and how your baby is growing; eating healthy and gaining the right amount of weight; warning signs or symptoms that indicate you should contact your doctor; breastfeeding education and support; and caring for you and your baby after delivery. The Watertown and Sisseton locations are also able to provide car seats for all ages at no cost.

The South Dakota Arts Council (SDAC) is a state agency serving South Dakotans and their communities through the arts. Recognizing the importance of creativity in the lives of all South Dakotans, SDAC makes quality arts accessible throughout the state by providing encouragement, grants, services, and information to artists, arts organizations, schools, and the public.

Find information, licenses, and permits for the following - Hunting, Fishing and Boating, State Parks, Wildlife and Habitat, and Camping.