Grants
Who is responsible for writing grants for the County?
Jennifer Williams-Curl at Human Services is responsible for writing grants for the County. Her number is 402-306-0494, and Human Services is located in the same building as the Care Campus.
Who manages County Ordinance Compliance?
Dwayne Allen can be contacted for information about County Ordinances. His number is 605-431-2846
Who do you report mail theft to?
The Post Master. Brent Brandner is the Post Master overseeing our area, and can be contacted for reports of mail theft, fraud and mailing of drugs. His number is 605-355-2818.
Is safety included on the list of basic rights?
It is, and this fact can be used to apply for grants that allow for the installation of fences, security systems and even upgrading doors.
Name something a grant can help with in a community
Hiring more officers, increasing physical security, facilitating community crime watch programs
Can a the County condemn a property?
No. Currently there is no process available to the County to condemn a property. The state has such powers but is unlikely to use them on something like an abandoned home or nuisance property.
What is the title of Post Office Law Enforcement?
Postal Inspector. There are approximately 1,250 Postal Inspectors, who are authorized to carry weapons, make arrests, execute federal search warrants, and serve subpoenas.
Who is responsible for maintaining streetlights in the County?
County Highway. County High is the entity responsible for maintaining streetlights in the County so long as it is not a Road District. Road Districts are run by the community they belong to, and typically have something like an HOA that assists in directing tax money to things such as road maintenance.
Name an organization or government entity that can assist with grants.
Homeland security, COPS, John T. Vucurevich Foundation, Department of Justice
What class of crime is a County Ordinance?
Class 2 Misdemeanor. Violations of a County Ordinance are Class 2 Misdemeanors and can not be fined. Anyone cited for violating them is required to have a court appearance.
Is there an SDCL that covers mail theft?
No. Mail theft is a Federal crime, and is not specifically covered under SDCL. Theft of property, including mail and packages and depending on the value, may be covered under SDCL such as 22-30A-17.2
Does Meadow Ridge Apartments have security cameras?
No. They are currently considering getting them installed and I have been in touch with Jamie Davidson about possibly utilizing a grant to assist with the purchase.
Who has the final say on grant application approval?
Chief Deputy Hughes reviews each grant application for approval and ensures the funds sought and for productive reasons.
What is it called when the County assumes upkeep of a property?
An abatement. All fees incurred are added to the property tax. Lawn mowing is the most common abatement.
What entity investigates mail theft?
The United States Postal Inspection Service is a law enforcement entity that investigates crimes such as mail theft. The bombings committed by Ted Kaczynski were investigated by the USPIS, and first person to interview him was a member of this agency.
What program used by Deputies everyday can help to keep track of crime?
Central Square. Pennington County currently lacks a system of tracking crime such LexusNexus, which RCPD can utilize. Case reports can be added to LexusNexus and show the address and crime on an interactive map. In lieu of this resource, Central Square can have a case built and attached to an address and crimes committed at this address linked to this case.