FALL RIVER COUNTY, SD – The Director of Equalization in Fall River County had an office policy for many years of only assessing a building once it had reached a stage of 50% complete.  It has been brought to our attention that this policy is not in line with South Dakota codified law.

Beginning in 2022 buildings will be assessed for the portion of the building that is complete as of November 1^st.

For instance, if a building is 35% complete on November 1^st, 2022, it will be assessed at 35% of its complete value on the March 2023 assessment notice and taxed on that amount in January 2024.

As many of our local contractors and the general public have been aware of the 50% policy, we are issuing this press release to notify everyone of the change.

The 4th of July is almost here, so where can you shoot Fireworks in Fall River County?

County

In Fall River County outside of city limits fireworks are permitted SOUTH of the Cheyenne River (everything North is in the Black Hills Fire Protection District) AS LONG AS the fire danger for the Prairie is LOW or MODERATE. The discharge of fireworks is permitted from June 27 through July 10, 2022.

Angostura

Game, Fish, and Parks does not allow fireworks on their properties, this includes the Angostura Recreation Area as well as Sheps Canyon Recreation Area.

Election Results for the 2022 Primary election are available through the South Dakota Secretary of State Website.

Fall River County Results

Statewide Results

The Fall River County Emergency Manager is accepting applications for an assistant. Duties will include writing reports, data gathering, resource tracking, answering phones, attending meetings, taking and processing minutes, attending training on subjects pertaining to emergency management.  Should have a good working knowledge of computers, Microsoft word, excel, and publisher, ability to work with individuals under stress or irritation. Ability to work in all kinds of weather and under varying, sometimes dangerous, conditions. Must have a valid South Dakota Driver’s license. $14/hour starting wage. Open until filled. Submit applications to Fall River County Auditor’s Office at 906 N River St, Hot Springs SD 57747. See full description here.

See employment page for application