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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.

In charge of constructing, maintaining and repairing all of South Dakota's 24,000 miles of county roads and 3,500 bridges. Highway Superintendents, in many cases, also maintain the township roads in their county. In each county, the Highway Superintendent is charged with the direction and supervision of work and keeps record of costs. The Superintendent must approve all bills associated with county road maintenance before payment. Payment for work on county road systems is made from the county road and bridge fund. Also directly involved with planning and development to make responsible decisions that are the best for the county now and long term. Maintain roads, infrastructure and the Public ROW as well as serve as a peace officer to uphold the law related to property, environment, and county ordinance. The Weed and Pest department is also under my supervision and work hand in hand with the highway department to protect the ROW, State, and Federal land from invasive plant species, and unwanted pests the most responsible way. Also have authority over private land to make sure landowners are educated and taking care of weed and pests to minimize spreading to others property. Work directly with the DOT, DANR, USFS, BLM, municipalities, school district, and businesses within the county to create and maintain a safe environment and highway system that the taxpayers can use for many years. We also work with Emergency Management and respond to emergencies that are weather and road related.

The Commission Office provides administrative support to five elected, part-time County Commissioners. Regular Commission meetings are held the first, third and fourth Tuesday morning of the month at 9:00am in the Commission Meeting Room. Commissioners are empowered to super-intend the fiscal concerns of the County and to make orders respecting the care and preservation of all property belonging to the County. Accordingly, Commissioners conduct long-range planning, approve budgets, adopt Resolutions and Ordinances, enact policies and procedures, and further administer the various appointed County departments. Cole Heisey(605) 607-8676 (cell)[email protected] Karsky(605) 351-8571 (cell)[email protected] Bleyenberg(605) 914-0108 (cell)[email protected] Kippley(605) 691-9918 (cell)[email protected] Beninga(605) 367-4206 (office) [email protected]

The Highway Department is responsible for the construction and maintenance improvements on all roads in the county highway system.

Elected officials who oversee the administration and policy-making of county government. Responsible for managing the county's budget, enacting local laws and ordinances, and representing county interests at the state and federal levels. They also oversee various county services and departments.

Responsible for the appraisal of all taxable real property within the county at market value for property tax purposes.

Provides residents with property tax information and a central location to pay. Provides tax and registration information for motor vehicles. Application assistance for tax reduction / rebate programs for individuals who are disabled and / or elderly (65 or older).

Helps residents of Yankton County with the following: food pantry, utility assistance, including past due and disconnect bills for water, lights, and heating, gasoline, partial rent, representative payee system, and emergency medication assistance. Contact Center does not help with any kind of deposit (rent, utility, etc.)

The Marshall County Sheriff's Office is here to assist in helping all citizens and with due diligence protect them from being victims of criminal activity and listen to any problems they may have and direct them to whatever group or entity that can help with there problem. The Marshall County 911/ Sheriff's office receives all emergency calls within the confines of Marshall County which include the communities of Britton, Eden, Lake City, Langford and Veblen. The County Sheriff is also the contact for mental health holds, burning bans, county jails/correctional facilities and fingerprinting (call for specifics).

Regulates land use and development within a county, ensuring orderly growth and protecting property values. Issues building permits, 911 addresses, and assist with applications for plats, conditional use permits, and variances.

Services include issuing marriage licenses, Land records from the late 1800's - present, Vital Records including birth, death, and marriage, and Recording of all documents pertaining to real estate such as: plats, deeds, mortgages, and contracts.

Provides safe, secure housing of inmates to provide continued public safety. Provides visitation services for inmates to maintain contact with family and friends through regular visits (see website for visitation guidelines).

Takes care of all emergency functions that might be needed in a disaster of storm, terrorism, or planned events. Also assists in planning emergency functions in case of a disaster or planned events for county, townships, cities and schools.

The elected officials charged with administering the Jerauld County government. Commissioners - Districted: - Fred Krohmer (1) 38458 232 St., Wessington Springs, SD [email protected] - Shane Mentzer (2) PO Box 365, Wessington Springs, SD [email protected] - Walt Hein (3) PO Box 108, Wessington Springs, SD [email protected] - Charles Bergeleen (4) PO Box 113, Wessington Springs, SD [email protected] - DeVonne Losing (5) 39159 221st St., Alpena, SD [email protected]

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. Provides transportation for veterans to the VA and Care in the Community appointments through the Disabled American Veterans Transportation Program. Veterans should schedule their appointments on Tuesday and Thursday after 9:00am (CT).

Elected officials who oversee the administration and policy-making of county government. Responsible for managing the county's budget, enacting local laws and ordinances, and representing county interests at the state and federal levels. They also oversee various county services and departments.

Maintaining and constructing safer county roads. Highway and Road Maintenance on roads located within Yankton County. The Highway Department is responsible for the Unorganized Townships as well as County Roads. This does include bridges and culverts located on these roads. Also responsible for snow removal, mowing, and any other repair to the roads and/or right-of-ways.

The Juvenile Diversion Program, which includes Teen Court and Truancy Court, is a collaboration between the Pennington County State's Attorney, the 7th Judicial Court, and local social service providers. It is offered as an alternative to court involvement for juvenile offenders ages 10-17. Teen Court is a volunteer youth program, and accepts volunteers 14-17 years old. Charges typically eligible for diversion include: Minor consumption/possession of alcohol Shoplifting Simple assault Disorderly conduct Disturbance in school Truancy Possession of tobacco, marijuana, or drug paraphernalia The following are some of the classes and other activities that may be required during the three-month program. Participants are responsible for all program costs. Scholarships may be available for families needing financial assistance. - Property Offense and Stop and Think Classes, a two-hour class emphasizing choices and consequences. - Community Service, juveniles work as volunteers in the community for a specific number of hours in either diversion-arranged projects or at other sites arranged by the family. - M.A.D.D. Victim Impact Panel, juveniles attend a presentation by individuals whose lives have been affected by drinking and driving accidents. - Tattoo Removal, juveniles wanting tattoos removed, can be referred to T.R.U.S.T. (Tattoo Removal Unified Support Team).

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 provided: 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, or man-made events. Responsibilities includes develops and maintains 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. This is not an emergency first response organization. If you are in immediate danger please call 911.

This county office assists with the following services - collecting fees for property taxes and vehicle registrations (cars, motorcycles, trucks, trailers, commercial vehicles, snowmobiles, and boats), 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), and property tax payments.

Services include: - Ambulance Billing Insurance questions Bill payment - Welfare Provides necessary support to insure the survival of indigent clients who are county residents. County assistance shall be a resource of last resort, available only after all government programs, insurance benefits, family assistance, or other aid has been exhausted. Through an application process, determination of assistance is based on South Dakota Codified law and County guidelines.

Auditor services include auditing of all financial records of the County, apportioning of taxes collected by the Treasurer to be disbursed to the Schools, Cities, and other special assessment entities, County accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, budgets, and tax levy, Beer and liquor licensing, County liens, Recorder of the minutes for the Board of County Commissioners, Maintains all voter records, and Administers all elections at the county level or above. ​Notary Public services available. Some fees may apply. Based on eligibility guidelines, Welfare services include medical assistance and burial and funeral assistance.

Purpose is to locate, identify, and appraise all taxable property, in accordance with state laws and administrative procedures, while maintaining current information on the ownership and characteristics of property. Prepares and certifies the assessment roll and individual property assessments in accordance with state law.

Purpose is to locate, identify, and appraise all taxable property, in accordance with state laws and administrative procedures, while maintaining current information on the ownership and characteristics of property. Prepares and certifies the assessment roll and individual property assessments in accordance with state law. This office also does building permits and zoning.