Rhea Crane Appointed as Meade County Director of Equalization and Planning

Rhea Crane has been appointed as the Meade County Director of Equalization and Planning after the retirement of long-time Director, Kirk Chaffee. 

Crane, a lifelong Meade County resident, graduated from Faith High School and attended SD School of Mines in Rapid City. 

During her educational studies at the SD School of Mines, she moved to Sturgis and started her career with the Meade County Equalization Office as a part time temporary employee. From there she moved through various office positions, serving as the Deputy Director since 1991.  During her 30 tenure, Crane has accumulated a vast knowledge of county government, and has been dedicated to serving Meade County citizens. She looks forward to continuing to do so, following her long time friend and mentor who has been elected to represent District 29 in the SD House of Representatives.

She holds a SD Certified Assessor Appraiser license, and has completed numerous classes sponsored by associations such as SD Department of Revenue, International Association of Assessing Officers, Professional Appraisers Association of SD, American Society of Farm Managers & Rural Appraisers, and ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute). Crane was recently elected as treasurer of the SD Association of Assessing Officers.  

Crane is the mother of three adult children, all very active as Scoopers and Sturgis Brown High School graduates. Her daughter, Mariah and son Ryan are married and have blessed her with 4 grandchildren.  Her youngest son Connor is attending college at Dakota Wesleyan University as a basketball athlete. Crane’s husband, Mike Friedel, is an educator and basketball coach for Meade School District.

Her community involvement includes being a member of the Sturgis City Council, past president and treasurer for Sturgis Booster Club, past board member and treasurer for both Post 33 Legion Baseball and Sturgis Little League. 

Crane believes in giving back to the community that has treated her well.  “I have appreciated living in Meade County and the benefits of raising my family here.  I will continue serving Meade County citizens with experience, dedication, and efficient public service as the Director.”

Election Results - Proposed Ambulance District and Fire District fail to garner enough votes for formation

Proposed WEST-CENTRAL FIRE District

For: 168

Against: 178

WEST-CENTRAL AMBULANCE DISTRICT

For: 171

Against: 199

Kirk Chaffee, Director of Equalization & Planning - Retirement Gathering

NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION FOR PROPOSED WEST-CENTRAL FIRE AND WEST-CENTRAL AMBULANCE DISTRICTS

NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION

FOR PROPOSED 

WEST-CENTRAL FIRE AND WEST-CENTRAL AMBULANCE DISTRICTS

A Special Election will be held on Tuesday, December 18th, 2018, in the following voting precincts in Meade County.

The election polls will be open from seven a.m. to seven p.m. mountain time on the day of the election. 

The polling place in each precinct of the county is as follows: 

PRECINCT:

LOCATION:

TILFORD #6

KICKSTANDS CAMPGROUND 

13014 Pleasant Valley Road, Sturgis SD

ALKALI #6A

ALKALI  HALL

13921 Alkali Road, Sturgis SD

HARMONY #8

MEADE COUNTY WEED & PEST DEPARTMENT

 20621 Fort Meade Way, Sturgis SD

BEAR BUTTE #9

MEADE COUNTY WEED & PEST DEPARTMENT

 20621 Fort Meade Way, Sturgis SD

* only those voters that reside within the boundaries of the proposed

West-Central Fire and West-Central Ambulance Districts.

Any voter who needs assistance, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may contact the county auditor at 605-347-2360 before the election for information on polling place accessibility for people with disabilities. 

/s/ Lisa Schieffer__________________________________ 

Meade County Auditor 

Published twice at a total approximate cost of ___________.  

Are you interested in serving on the Meade County Planning Board?

The Meade County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications from individuals who are interested in serving on the Meade County Planning Board. 

• Two (2) Positions Available 

• Appointment effective January 2019

• 1 year term to fill 2 vacancies

• Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month at 1:00 pm

The Meade County Planning Board is a seven-member advisory Board whose members are appointed by the Meade County Board of Commissioners.  

This Board makes recommendations to the Meade County Commission regarding planning functions and procedures. The Board is tasked with ensuring county planning ordinances are implemented consistently and offers oversight to the growth, planning, and development activities within the County. 

Individuals who want to be considered for an appointment are asked to fill out a Citizen Interest Application form and submit same to the Meade County Board of Commissioners, 1300 Sherman Street, STE 212, Sturgis, SD 57785. Citizen Interest Application available at: www.meadecounty.org via Human Resources Office. 

All applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 26, 2018.

Please contact the HR office @ 605.720.1625 with any questions. 

Please complete this application

Employment Opportunity - Control Room Operator / Meade County Jail (CLOSED 12.5.18)

CONTROL ROOM OPERATOR 

Employment Opportunity:     Job # 18-14

Posting Type:                           Open Announcement    

Closing Date:                            Open Until Filled

Starting Wage:                          $14.65 per Hour/ Part-Time (24 hrs per Week) 

Application Procedures:         Please submit Application / Resume to:                                                             

★Human Resources  / 1300 Sherman Street Suite ▫ 212 ▫ Sturgis, SD 57785

General Statement of Duties

Under the direct supervision of the Jail Administrator, is responsible for operating the control console to monitor and control various functions of Meade County’s sheriff and correctional operations and to provide guidance and direction to personnel.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Control Room Operator

1. Observe monitor screens that transmit in sequence views of the sheriff and correctional operations.

2. Operate control board to stop and maintain surveillance of location where incident is developing.

3. Telephone appropriate personnel or other designated agency to notify authorities of disruptive activity.

4. Watch Correctional Officers to ensure safety and maintain peace while they are working with inmates.

5. Open secured doors to authorized personnel and public to enter and/or exit correctional facilities.

6. Adjust monitor controls when required to improve reception, and notify repair service of equipment malfunctions.

7. Log and enter daily events into computer.

8. Serve as a backup office receptionist answering the telephone, and radio traffic and greeting individuals.  Answer questions and direct individuals to the appropriate personnel.

9. Prepare reports.

10. Attend training, seminars and workshops as deemed necessary.

11. Wear Personal Protective Equipment as deemed necessary.

12. Perform duties in a manner consistent with safe practices and policies.

13. Perform other such duties and functions as deemed necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience and Education:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certification.

• Minimum one (1) year secretarial experience preferred.

• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment to include typewriter, copy machine, fax machine, computer, etc.

• Knowledge with law enforcement a plus.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Ability to demonstrate good communication skills, written and oral.

• Ability to maintain a professional relationship with the general public and other employees.

• Ability to demonstrate good organizational skills.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  

2. The employee occasionally is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  

3. The employee is frequently required to sit.  

4. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. 

5. Ability to function effectively under stress.

Work Environment:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Examination, Testing, and Certification:

The Examination, Testing and Certification described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Successful competition in written and/or oral interviews.

2. Other such examination as deemed appropriate and necessary by the Sheriff and/or County.