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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR
Investment in Technology Business Center pays dividends All types of industry have found success in Sioux Falls, from medical to manufacturing to finance to agri-business. Through collaboration, Sioux Falls was built by visionaries who helped create a community with a business-friendly environment paired with a high quality of life — two assets that continue to serve our city in attracting new businesses and helping established businesses flourish. Our diversified economy has helped our community thrive and enabled businesses to grow when other communities faltered. Our growth has provided opportunities for an expanding and changing workforce. A decade ago our Chamber of Commerce, through the third Forward Sioux Falls program, opened the South Dakota Technology Business Center, a proactive measure to help technology-based businesses grow roots in South Dakota. The SDTBC represents Forward Sioux Falls’ first investment into bricks and mortar.
...the Tech Center has been instrumental in helping the broader community to understand the importance of growing our capabilities. KEITH SEVERSON The SDTBC was designed to help support early-stage technology-based businesses by providing programs and infrastructure to get their businesses off the ground. Since then the SDTBC has expanded its footprint, graduated 20 clients and had a definite return on our initial investment.
The world is bigger now than when our community’s founders first established roots here in Sioux Falls. Today technology enables people to conduct business from wherever they choose. And that means we need to cultivate and encourage those dreamers to grow their businesses right This issue of Chamber News shares here in Sioux Falls. some of the SDTBC milestones from the Today, compared to 10 or 15 years past decade. The Tech Center represents ago, more investments have been made a number of successes — and because of in infrastructure and opportunity for reour investment, we’ve been part of creating searchers and entrepreneurs who want to a culture of entrepreneurship here in Sioux do business here — whether they are from Falls. With each successive Forward Sioux the area or moved here for the opportunity. Falls program, we have been able to in- I believe the Tech Center has been instruvest in more opportunities to support that mental in helping the broader community growing culture.
My name is Jackie. I live in our community. I know the parks and neighborhoods. I go shopping at the mall and buy groceries at the store. I go out to eat and watch plays at the theater. I cheer for local sports teams. I go to birthday parties. I smile at my neighbors. Like you, I am living in and giving to our community. It’s part of who I am. It’s where I belong and where we’re all part of something greater. Like you, I am able.
to understand the importance of growing our capabilities. This community is a town for dreamers — and we are working to develop even more opportunities for entrepreneurs. Thanks to the Technology Business Center, we’ve had a number of success stories. I look forward to what the future brings.
At DakotAbilities, we envision a community that actively embraces and values individuals of all abilities. From vocational training to workplace integration to residential independence, our mission is supporting independence, choice and access to an inclusive community. Join us in growing to meet the needs of people with disabilities in our community. Visit DakotAbilities.org to learn how you can contribute.
3600 S. Duluth Avenue 6)
KEITH SEVERSON
2013-14 Chair of the Board
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
605-334-4220
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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
CHAIR Keith Severson Eide Bailly LLP CHAIR ELECT Dana Dykhouse First PREMIER Bank VICE CHAIR Paul Bruflat CNA Surety TREASURER J. Tyler Haahr Metabank IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR Rob Oliver Augustana College PRESIDENT & CEO Evan Nolte Chamber of Commerce
IN THIS ISSUE:
CO V E R S TO RY A Decade of Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 South Dakota Technology Business Center turns 10
F E AT U R E Issues appearing on the April 8 ballot. . . . . 16-17
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Randy Bury
Ruth Christopherson Julie Darrington Ben Graham Dave Kapaska, D.O. Kristi Masterson Eric McDonald Betty Oldenkamp Dan Rykhus Tim Sturdevant Rob TeKolste
Steve VanBuskirk Anita Wetsch
Sanford Health Citi CenturyLink Bell, Incorporated Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center Hy-Vee Inc. DocuTAP Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota Raven Industries Sturdevant’s Auto Parts Sammons Financial Group/Midland National Life Insurance Co. VanBuskirk Companies Canfield Business Interiors
EX-OFFICIO
Dr. Pam Homan Cindy Heiberger Mayor Mike Huether Kent Alberty Jim Schmidt
Superintendent, Sioux Falls Public School System Minnehaha County Commission City of Sioux Falls Sioux Falls School Board Lincoln County Commission
STAFF Evan Nolte Clay Bak Thane Barnier Joan Bartling Jill Blom Mattie Burnham Shirley Buseman Cindy Christensen Rachel Crane Amy M. Farr Kate Foley Lauren Fosheim Maddie Gutierrez Jay Kaltenbach Mark Lee Pat Lund Mike Lynch Betsy McCarty Nicole Nelson Jill Niedringhaus Wendy Neuharth Betty Ordal Krista Orsack Kathie Puthoff Teri Schmidt Susan Seachris Lucas Smith Amy Smolik Alexa Steiner Carolyn Winchell Erin Zimmerman
President/CEO CVB Sales Manager Web Development & IT Manager Finance & Accounting Director Graphics & Communications Specialist CVB Director of Sales Chamber Receptionist Agri-Business Division Manager CVB Host City Manager Membership Sales Manager Small Business & Leadership Development Manager Young Professionals Network Manager Public Affairs & Communications Assistant CVB Services/Resale Manager Public Affairs & Communications Director Membership Services Manager Public Affairs & Research Manager CVB Creative & Communications Manager CVB Sales Manager CVB Receptionist/ Project Assistant Membership Services Administrative Assistant Membership Services Director CVB Director of Marketing CVB Administrative Assistant CVB Executive Director Administrative/Accounting Assistant CVB Sales Manager Marketing & Communications Manager CVB Sales Manager Forward Sioux Falls Director of Investor Relations CVB Sales Assistant
IN EVERY ISSUE: Chamber Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Community Appeals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Conventions, Meetings & Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Faces & Places. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Member Anniversaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
ON THE COVER: The South Dakota Technology Business Center opened 10 years ago as part of Forward Sioux Falls, the successful joint venture economic development partnership between the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and the Sioux Falls Development Foundation.
Message from the Chair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 New Members. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Ribbon Cuttings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19 VisitSiouxFallsEvents.com Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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YPN Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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BOOST TO CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
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Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce
South Dakota School Districts will receive a combined total of more than
Chamber News Ad Sales: Argus Leader Media
$8.5 million
Chamber News Layout/Design: Jill Blom
through the Governor’s Grants for Career & Techical Education
FOR ADVERTISING INFORMATION, CALL: 605.331.2348
Chamber News Editor: Amy Smolik FOR EDITORIAL INFORMATION, CALL: 605.336.1620
Chamber News is published monthly by Argus Leader Media and the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce. Advertising and editorial deadlines can be found at www.siouxfallschamber.com under the News & Publications link. Postmaster please send address changes to: Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 1425, 200 N. Phillips Ave., Suite 200, Sioux Falls, SD 57101-1425, 605.336.1620, sfacc@siouxfalls.com
Source: South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development
As the leading Sioux Falls area business advocate, the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce represents its members by advancing and promoting the economic health and quality of life of the region.
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S I O U X FA L L S C O N V E N T I O N & V I S I TO R S B U R E AU
CVB to meet with bank travel groups Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau Sales Manager Alexa Steiner will travel to Laughlin, Nev. March 11-14 for the 2014 Heritage Clubs International Peer Group.
business of building relationships and the Heritage Clubs Peer Group travel conference is structured for strong networking opportunities.
Sioux Falls will be able to meet with The Heritage Club’s annual conference provides exceptional opportunities numerous bank representatives in a variety to meet bank club directors who book bus of appointment and networking connecThe Western Corn Belt Precision Ag Multi-hybrid-Variable Rate planting, the and tour business. The travel industry is a tions. Conference will be at the Sioux Falls Con- Cloud, and how your operation will benefit vention Center on March 18-19, presented from data collection. by South Dakota State University (SDSU) Several leading companies including The Sioux Falls Convention & Visi- throughout the city. and the SDSU Extension. Raven Industries, Monsanto’s FieldScripts, tors Bureau (CVB) will deliver the 2014-15 If your business would like to receive The two-day conference will offer Syngenta AgriEdge, Hefty AgPHD, and Sioux Falls Visitors Guide to more than 175 a supply of visitors guides contact the Sioux producers within the Western Corn Belt Kinze will present at the conference as well locations throughout the city the week of Falls CVB at (605) 275-6060. Complimen(which includes South Dakota, Minnesota, as SDSU’s professors in plant science and ag March 17. tary display stands are available and stocked Iowa, Nebraska and North Dakota) the lat- engineering. The event is open to the pubEach year 250,000 guides are printed monthly by CVB staff members. est information on topics shaping the future lic. For more information contact IGROW and distributed through various marketing A huge thank you to all of the busiof Precision Agriculture. Topics include at (605) 688-4148. efforts including print publication reader nesses who advertised in the 2014-15 pubservice, online Google display advertising, lication. The official guide is published in Facebook advertising and VisitSiouxFalls. partnership with Think Tourism USA. Adcom. vertisers also receive a complimentary listThe Visitors Guide is taken to trade- ing on VisitSiouxFalls.com. shows and sales events throughout the If you are interested in advertising in country. The guides are also distributed next year’s visitor guide, contact the Sioux at rest stop welcomes, conventions, meet- Falls CVB at (605) 275-6060. ings, events and tournaments taking place
Five-state ag conference coming to Sioux Falls
2014-15 Sioux Falls Visitors Guides on stands soon
CVB promotes Sioux Falls at national sports symposium The Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) will attend the 2014 National Association of Sport Commissions (NASC) Sports Event Symposium in Oklahoma City, March 31-April 3. The NASC Sports Event Symposium is the original sports event industry conference and has been held annually since 1992, making it the longest running reverse tradeshow for the sports market.
one-on-one appointments scheduled. The Sioux Falls CVB is a member of NASC and will be sponsorng the Sales & Marketing Education track. The sponsorship includes an ad in the conference program, social media mentions and sponsorship recognition on marketing materaials. There will be signage around the educational room and speaking time prior to the session to address attendees, show a Sioux Falls promotional video and hand out materials.
The Symposium will feature a reverse tradeshow, education sessions, certification Staff attending include Sales Managers courses and lead generation opportunities. Last year’s conference had its largest atten- Clay Bak and Lucas Smith and Director of dance, with 772 sports event industry pro- Sales Mattie Burnham. fessionals attending and 5,622 individual
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S I O U X FA L L S C O N V E N T I O N & V I S I TO R S B U R E AU
CVB marketing strategies going strong The Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) kicks off a blitz of new marketing campaigns this month. Each campaign has a specific focus on three primary markets: leisure travel, meeting and convention planners, and sports event rights holders and organizers.
tradeshow planners with a complimentary site visit to Sioux Falls. The foundation of the “Be Our VIP” campaign will include 330,000 high-impact, four-page printed inserts and extensive online marketing tactics with new creative. The inserts will be placed in 12 meeting planner specific publications. Additional distribution Leisure travelers of the inserts will take will be reached through place through various two separate camsales efforts includpaigns: to request an ing: tradeshows, direct official Sioux Falls Visimail, meeting planner tors Guide and to share guide mailings, sales their ideal itinerary by blitzes and meetings. using the hashtag #VisAll marketing efforts itSiouxFalls. The “Rewill be directed to a request a Visitors Guide” vamped landing page. campaign will geoCreative this year intarget by demographic This banner ad is part of the CVB’s digital cludes the support of profile and behaviors marketing campaign. four partners: BEST to potential travelers WESTERN PLUS Sioux in Winnipeg, ManiFalls Ramkota Hotel & toba, Canada; Chicago suburbs; Kansas Conference Center, Holiday Inn City CenCity; and Madison, Milwaukee, La Crosse tre, Sheraton Sioux Falls Hotel and Sioux and Eau Claire, Wis. The message will inFalls Convention Center/SMG. clude “Request a new 2014-15 Sioux Falls Visitors Guide” through search and display online tactics and remarketing to “plan my trip” once the desired action has been taken. Various print efforts in Oprah, Midwest Living, AAA Home and Away, AAA Living and AAA Midwest Traveler also support this digital campaign.
Sports planners will be an increased focus for the CVB in anticipation of the opening of the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center and continued development of the Sanford Sports Complex. The initiative will focus on attracting qualified sports event planners to visit and learn more about what Sioux Falls offers as sports event host city. The creative will be focused around providing a complimentary site visit to Sioux Falls for sports planners. Secondary information will include what’s new in the Sioux Falls sports world. The marketing strategy will include: direct mail to sports industry planner databases, the CVB database, geotargeted online advertising, direct e-blasts and sales team travel.This project is funded in part by a grant from the Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association.
In a separate effort to reach a younger, more affluent online demographic in the same geo-location, potential travelers will be asked to share their ideal itinerary with a universal hashtag #VisitSiouxFalls. Creative will encourage participants to build a two-day itinerary with hotel accommodations, restaurants and attractions that will preview on a landing page where users will get to see their complete itinerary and asked to share it with their Facebook network. All participants will be entered to win a 2015 vacation to Sioux Falls. Online advertising All campaigns are supported by an extactics include display ads, Facebook and tensive direct email plan and various other Twitter promotions with remarketing to sales, marketing and social efforts. For Sioux Falls travel packages. more information contact CVB Director of In 2014 the Sioux Falls CVB will con- Marketing Krista Orsack at (605) 373-2036 tinue to promote the “Be Our VIP” program or korsack@siouxfalls.com. to entice qualified meeting, convention and
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CALENDARS
CHAMBER
Use Sioux Falls’ comprehensive community events calendar: www.SiouxFallsEvents.com. It’s fast, it’s easy and it’s free. Learn more details about any of the following events by logging on ... or contact the Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau at 605.275.6060. Each event listed includes a minimum of 500 visitors/attendees.
MARCH 6
Craig Morgan
7
Downtown First Friday
7
Soul of John Black
7-8
Coors Bull Riding Classic
7-9
Sioux Empire Home Show
8
Beer, Wine & Moonshine
8-11
Summit League . Basketball Tournament
13-16
Tri-State Horse Expo
14
The Ten Tenors
15
CALENDAR 19
Party for the Planet
23-26
Kingswood Area Rummages
21
All Time Low
26
Downtown Jazz Crawl
MAY 2
Downtown First Friday
3
Walk MS: Sioux Falls Walk
3-4
Benson’s Flea Market
4
Hot Rod Swap
St. Patrick’s Day 5k & Parade
10
Avera Race . Against Breast Cancer
18-19
Western Corn Belt . Precision Ag Conference
16
Brantley Gilbert
20-22
Boys State “A” . Basketball Tournament
17
Downtown Duck Derby
21
Seether
22
Ag Day at the Pavilion
21-25
Jersey Boys
22-23
Sioux Falls Motorcycle Expo
24-25
Miniature Horse Show
26
Martin Sexton
26-27
Central Plains Dairy Expo
28-30
Lawn & Garden Show
APRIL 4
Casting Crowns
4
Downtown First Friday
4
Mark O’Connor with the . Augustana Orchestra
5
Reinventing Radio: . An Evening with Ira Glass
5-6
Benson’s Flea Market
7
Christina Perri
8-9
Disney’s Beauty & the Beast
9
Harlem Globetrotters
11
The Big Grape
12 12-13
29-June 1 17th Annual RibFest
JUNE 6
Downtown First Friday
6
Downtown Block Party
7
Zippity Zoo Day
7-8
Siouxland Renaissance Festival
14
Festival of Cultures
14
South Dakota Cattlemen’s . Gala featuring Gary Allan
21
Color Vibe 5k
28-July 5 National Gelbveih Jr. . National Classic
JULY Downtown First Friday
Kristian Bush of Sugarland
12
South Dakota Tour de Cure
South Dakota . Spring Arabian Show
17-19
JazzFest
13
South Dakota Achieve . Pancake Benefit
18-19
Battle in the Badlands
19
Hy-Vee Day at the Zoo
19
Memphis
25-26
Folk Off
SiouxFallsEvents.com
CANDIDATE FORUMS Date(s) TBD
MARCH MEMBERSHIP MIXER Tuesday, March 18
The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce will hold candidate forums in advance of the April 8 municiple/school election. Details will be announced in early March For more information contact Mike: 373.2006 or mlynch@siouxfalls.com Cost: Free and open to the public
MARCH BUSINESS SENSE WORKSHOPS Tuesday, March 11 Oh No! Not Another Meeting
Tuesday, March 18
To Lead or Not to Lead, That is the Question All workshops held Noon-1 p.m. at the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Conference Center, 200 N. Phillips Ave., Suite 200. Workshops are “brown bag” — bring your own lunch. RSVP to 373.2002 or kfoley@siouxfalls.comCost: $10 for members/per workshop
2014 ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE Saturday, March 15
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MORE LOCAL EVENTS AT:
Dates, times and locations are subject to change. For a current listing of all Chamber events, visit www.ChamberNews.com, read the weekly edition of QUICKLY, or call 605.336.1620. You can register and pay for events online at events.siouxfalls.com .
11:45 a.m. 9th Street & Phillips Avenue Reading of the proclamations and Painting of the Shamrock; 2 p.m., Downtown Sioux Falls Parade
5-6:30 p.m. Sanford Pentagon, 2210 W. Pentagon Pl. Sponsored by Sanford Health RSVP to 373.2014 Cost: $3
GOOD MORNING SIOUX FALLS Thursday, March 20
7-8:30 a.m. Best Western PLUS Ramkota Hotel Sponsored by the Chamber’s Diplomat Committee RSVP to 373.2014 or plund@siouxfalls.com Cost: $20
ANNUAL PROCUREMENT CONFERENCE/OPEN HOUSE Tuesday, March 25
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Morningside Community College, 2400 S. Bahnson Ave. Sponsored by the SBA, the South Dakota Procurement & Technical Assistance Center and the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Contact Kate for more information: 373.2002 or kfoley@siouxfalls.com Cost: Free
APRIL MEMBERSHIP MIXER Tuesday, April 8
5-6:30 p.m. Furniture Mart USA, 140 E. Hinks Lane Sponsored by Furniture Mart USA and Design Inc. RSVP to 373.2014 Cost: $3
M A RC H M E M B E R S H I P
MIXER TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2014 5-6:30 P.M. Sanford Pentagon, 2210 W. Pentagon Pl.
SPONSORED BY
omplimentary hors d’oeuvres C & cash bar available
Admission $3 RSVP to plund@siouxfalls.com
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NEWS
YPN seeks new members
The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Network (YPN) provides opportunities for young professionals to develop the skills they need to succeed in their chosen profession or occupations and to engage and introduce young professionals to the region’s resources and possibilities.
Membership in the Sioux Falls Young Professionals Network is an invitation to make a difference in your life and in your community. Join others at the table for discussion, networking and collaboration. Leverage the knowledge you gain to build your career and make a difference in your own professional development while making Sioux Falls a better, stronger community. You will meet community leaders, strengthen and grow your network and be able to participate in a variety of events to
fit any schedule.
Don’t miss out on the 2014 Membership Drive, happening now through March 20. The top three current YPN members to recruit the most new members will win $100 cash! There’ll also be weekly drawings for $25 gift cards to area businesses. The more people you refer, the better chance you have to win. Winners will be announced weekly via email, with the top three winners unveiled in the April issue of Chamber News. YPN membership applications can be found at www.siouxfallsypn.com. If you’re recruiting a new member, make sure they put your name in the “how did you hear about us?” line of their application. Watch for weekly updates, as well as reasons to join the YPN.
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SAVE THE DATE: THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2014 7-8:30 a.m. Best Western PLUS Ramkota Hotel, 3200 W. Maple St. Washington/Lincoln Rooms
If you’re interested in learning more about the candidates running and the issues appearing on the April 8, 2014 municipal ballot, you need to attend this Good Morning Sioux Falls breakfast! RSVP to Pat: plund@siouxfalls.com or 373.2014 Cost: $20 for members/$40 for non-members
YPN POWER LUNCH Thursday, March 20
YPN SOCIAL ACTION TEAM MEETING Tuesday, March 11
4 p.m. Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, 200 N. Phillips Ave., Suite 200 Bring your ideas to help plan the YPN’s 5th Anniversary Party.
YPN WINE & CANVAS Thursday, March 13
5:45-8 p.m. Wine & Canvas, 5031 S. Louise Ave. Join us for YPN night at Wine and Canvas! Event cost includes your 11x14 canvas and food. Wine and beer will be available for purchase separately. Event is limited to 64 participants, and you don’t have to be an artist to join! Please RSVP by March 7. Cost: $25, includes supplies and food. Drinks are separate.
Noon-1 p.m. Washington Pavilion, 301 S. Main Ave. The March YPN Power Lunch includes lunch from Leonardo’s Cafe and a look at the ToulousLautrec exhibit at the Visual Arts Center inside the Washington Pavilion. The Toulouse-Lautrec collection is housed at the Herakleidon Museum in Athens Greece and has traveled outside of Europe for the first time. The Washington Pavilion will be the last of four venues for this once in a lifetime opportunity to see this collection in the U.S. Cost: $15, includes lunch and tour
YPN MORNING BUZZ Wednesday, April 2
7:30 a.m. Panera Bread, 5117. Louise Ave. Network with other YPN members over a cup of coffee! Feel free to bring a friend or coworker, and don’t forget your business cards. Come for the coffee, stay for the conversation. Cost: Free to attend, coffee/food on your own
YPN 5TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY Thursday, April 24
For a complete list of all YPN events, go to www.siouxfallsypn.com
4-7 p.m. Hilton Garden Inn Downtown, 201 E. 8th St. More details to come … save the date!
To RSVP to any of these events, email lfosheim@siouxfalls.com or call 605.373.2009.
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FAC E S & P L AC E S / N E W S
Faces & Places is great way to use your membership to be seen. This column appears each month in Chamber News and features news about Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce members and volunteers. Due to space restrictions, each item for Faces & Places should be no more than three sentences in length. The editor reserves the right to determine what is newsworthy and included in the column. Items that will not be accepted include information on email changes, seminars and special event promotions that would be better addressed through advertising venues. To submit your news, use the Faces & Places form at www.ChamberNews.com, email asmolik@siouxfalls.com and put Faces & Places in the subject line, or mail your news to Chamber News, PO Box 1425, Sioux Falls, SD 57101-1425. Editorial and advertising deadlines are listed under the News & Publications link at www.SiouxFallsChamber.com.
RECOGNITION OF CHAMBER VOLUNTEERS
The Ambassador Team of the Month for January was Team Karsky: Dean Karsky, Farmers Insurance Group/Karsky Agency; Larry Ayres, Ayres & Associates; and Eric Anderson, Farm Bureau Financial Services-Eric Anderson. Daren Anderson, Big D. Technology Solutions, was awarded Diplomat of the Month honors for January. Second place honors and the Ribbon Cutting Attendance award went to Julie Nelson, Great Western Bank, and third place honors went to Karen Noonan, Carriernet Group Financial, Inc. Tammy Beintema, JDRF, won the retention award. The Diplomat Team of the Month for January was: Captain David Johnson, DAKOTACARE; Daren Anderson, Big D Technology Solutions; Kristina Wolfe, Travel Leaders/Village Travel; Carrie Dragt, Midcontinent Communications; and Drew Cosand, Hegg Companies, Inc.
NEW FACES & PROMOTIONS
Tom Jackson and Mary Walsh were promoted to Collection Associates by the Credit Collections Bureau. Dave Swanson joined Ulteig as a land surveyor with Land Services. Swanson is licensed in Colorado, Nebraska, Arizona and South Dakota. He previously worked for Uintah Engineering and Land Surveying in Colorado as a crew chief. Caryla Chambers joined ADwërks as Cog Whisperer. As a production manager, Chambers will coordinate and manage the agency’s production work. Chambers has previous production management experience with Lawrence & Schiller, LodgeNet and Avera. Tyler Evans joined ADwërks as Defender of Market Share, and will serve as account supervisor for their McDonalds account. Evans has worked at a number of agencies, most recently Click Rain, and has more than seven years of marketing experience. Evans has a bachelor’s of arts degree in Advertising & Public Relations and a master’s degree in Athletic Administration.
Becky A. Freitag was named Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Davenport, Evans and Hurwitz & Smith, LLP. Freitag has a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Administration/Accounting from Iowa State University and a master’s degree in Professional Accountancy from the University of South Dakota; she is a certified CPA in South Dakota. Freitag previously worked as Chief Financial Officer for the Sioux Falls Catholic School Corporation.
Dean Karsky
Farmers Insurance Group/ Karsky Agency
Daren Anderson
Big D Technology Solutions
Larry Ayres
Ayres & Associates
Julie Nelson
Great Western Bank
Eric Anderson
Farm Bureau Financial Services-Eric Anderson
Karen Noonan Carriernet Group Financial Inc.
Tammy Beintema JDRF
HONORS & AWARDS
Tim Dardis, Principal Financial Group, was awarded the company’s inaugural USIS Award for Excellence. The award recognizes excellence for providing life insurance strategy in both the personal and business markets. The criteria for achieving this career milestone include demonstrating exceptional professional knowledge, implementation of his expertise and ongoing excellent client service. Randy Nehring, owner of Sioux Falls Ford Lincoln, was one of six dealers to be recognized at the 14th Annual Salute to Dealers Awards by Ford. Nehring and the other winners were chosen from a global field of 81 nominees located in the U.S., Canada, Brazil, Europe, Asia Pacific, Caribbean and Central America, Africa and the Middle East. Sioux Empire United Way announced that its 2014 Campaign raised $9,948,988, topping the goal of $9,871,641 and an increase of 1.5 percent over the previous year’s campaign. Along with the campaign announcement, SEUW recognized eight individuals and three companies at their annual awards event: Ken Stork, Citi, received the David Birkeland Memorial Award, which is given to the business or professional leader who most exemplifies David Birkeland’s involvement in the community; Aaron Wimmer, Family Visitation Center, received the Larry Oppold Memorial Award, which is given to a human service professional for outstanding dedication to his or her work; Amy Benda, Sioux Falls Area CASA Executive Director, and Jean Layton, Sioux Falls Area CASA Volunteer, received the Helen E. (Oppold) Blair Memorial Award, which is given to an individual whose work in human services, law enforcement, education, or church-based fields towards child abuse prevention and early intervention is exemplary; Jon Soderholm,
Avera Heart Hospital of South Dakota, was named the Heart Club Philanthropist of the Year, which is given to a Heart Club member who has demonstrated active involvement, and has also encouraged or influenced others to contribute; Tim Klein, Wells Fargo, received the Brent Weiler Bulldog Award, which is given to a Team 2 Sioux Empire United Way volunteer who has shown determination and persistence in working with small business to achieve campaign success; Janet Buckley, Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Department, was named the Rich Garry Rookie of the Year, which is given to a first-time volunteer who has stepped up and made a tremendous impact in their role; Val Peters, Sioux Falls School District, was named the Volunteer of the Year, which is given to a Sioux Empire United Way volunteer who selflessly and generously gives of his or her time and talents to help fulfill the Sioux Empire United Way mission; and three companies were recognized as the Business of the Year, based on generosity and employee involvement: Howalt+McDowell Insurance (1-100 employees); Midwest Railcar Repair (101-500 employees); and First PREMIER Bank/PREMIER Bankcard(more than 501 employees). Megan Wehrkamp was named the Client Service Representative of the Month for January 2014 by the Credit Collections Bureau. A transportation safety campaign created by Media One Advertising/Marketing for the South Dakota Department of Transportation was the winner of the 2013 Skills Contest conducted by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Subcommittee on Transportation Communication. This is Media One’s second national honor in two years for its work in the transportation infrastructure arena.
LEADERSHIP
The Community Outreach announced its 2014 Board of Directors: Mary Simmons, President; Kim Johansen, Vice President; Joel Cook, Treasurer; and Korena Keys, Secretary. Other members of the Board are: Dave Eiesland, Brandon Tilus, Bruce McCollister, Pastor Kirby Wilcoxon, Pastor Dennis Lake, Tom Meyer, Dave McIntire, Dave Fleck, and Judy Buseman. The Board of Directors of Co-op Natural Foods elected officers for 2014: President Alex Halbach, Cutler & Donahoe LLP; Vice President Dan Doyle, Cutler & Donahoe LLP; Treasurer Jill McManus, CNA Surety; and Secretary Cory Myers, Argus Leader Media. The Co-op’s grocery store at 2504 S. Duluth Ave. was largely destroyed by fire in January. However, the business is open in a temporary space at 410 W. 18th St. (near the intersection of 18th Street and Minnesota Avenue). Eide Bailly’s Board of Directors elected Kevin Doyle as vice chair for 2014. Eide Bailly is a regional certified public accounting and business advisory firm that is ranked as one of the top 25 CPA firms in the nation. Doyle is partner-in-charge of Eide Bailly’s Sioux Falls office. He has more than 30 years of experience in public accounting, with expertise in the areas of audit, corporate and cooperative taxation, forecasts and projections, mergers and acquisitions and depreciation studies.
EXPANSION
DGR Engineering expanded its aviation services department in their Sioux Falls office. It will be led by Brian Meyer, who has 29 years of engineering and management experience.
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COMMUNITY APPEALS
Community Appeals Committee MEMBERSHIP BENEFIT selects two new campaigns Be “In the Know� DakotAbilities and Lutheran Social Services have been selected for the April 1-July 31, 2015 and April 1-July31, 2016 Chamber-approved Community Appeals campaign slots.
committee no later than February of the following year. Six organizations submitteed applications. In the past six months, the Community Appeals Committee met with representatives from each applicant and heard presentations about their proposed campaigns. At the February 2014 meeting, the committee selected DakotAbilities and Lutheran Social Services.
The Chamber’s Community Appeals Committee qualifies and provides orderly scheduling of capital fund drives. The committee has a responsibility to discourage unnecessary or overlapping drives, to assess funds available in the Sioux Falls business DakotAbilities provides a number of community, and to provide input on realis- services for people with varying levels of tic drive goals. abilities and disabilities, including 19 resiScheduling by the Community Ap- dential settings and a variety of work and peals Committee does not imply endorse- non-work daytime settings. The types of ment of a solicitation by the Chamber of supports offered range from independent Commerce. It merely indicates that the living arrangements at homes and apartsolicitor has made proper application and ments to 24-hour nursing facilities. Daprovided sufficient evidence to assure reli- kotAbilities purchased the former Longfelable leadership, sound business planning, low Elementary School. They will update and community need. Chamber members the facility to consolidate their headquarmust make their own decisions as to the ters. support each will give the drive. The purpose of Lutheran Social Ser-
You’re busy. Between work, family, and community commitments, you don’t always have time to research and assess how legislation and issues will affect the bottom line of your business. That’s why the Chamber’s Public Affairs & Communications Department works diligently to keep you informed. Each week, The Chamber Advocate is electronically mailed to all members. This publication briefs you on activity that may affect your business on the State, County & City levels of government, as well as the Sioux Falls School District. Bill Tracker is posted to the SiouxFallsChamber.com (under the Advocacy tab) each week during the South Dakota Legislative Session to share the status of legislative happenings in Pierre. It lists bills of interest within the Chamber, the Chamber position (if taken) on the bill, and the status of the Legislation. These publications are complete and concise — all included in one message for you to review at your convenience. If you would like more information on these publications or on a particular piece of legislation, please contact Public Affairs & Research Manager Mike Lynch at 373-2006 or mlynch@siouxfalls.com.
For more information, contact the Chamber at 336-1620.
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COVER STORY
S o u t h D a k o t a Te c h n o l o g y B u s i n e ss C e
Increased patents. More jobs. A growSDTBC tenants have access to shared ing culture of entrepreneurship. equipment, including state-of-the-art teleThe concept of the South Dakota communications. The thought was that if Technology Business Center began as part entrepreneurs could focus on developing of the Forward Sioux Falls III program. A their ideas without the burdens of managkey component of that third FSF program ing some of their infrastructure needs or was enhancing technology in Sioux Falls. In challenges, they would be more successful. April 1999 FSF formed a Technology Com- If they had access to meeting space and othmittee to determine how Sioux Falls could er resources for growing a business, like the become a technology hub and be more at- Small Business Development Center and the Governor’s Office of Economic Develtractive to technology companies. opment, they’d be more successful. If they Forward Sioux Falls is the successwere surrounded by other entrepreneurialful joint venture economic development minded individuals, they would be able to partnership between the Sioux Falls Area network and share ideas — and they would Chamber of Commerce and Sioux Falls Debe more successful. velopment Foundation.
SDTBC invites client company CEOs and Executive Directors to participate in monthly round table discussions called the Leadership Circle. This invitation-only program gives clients the opportunity to connect with peers on a personal and business level to discuss the daily challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurial leaders. Discussions include current events with a focus on developing leadership skills within a moral and ethical context.
years of operation the number of client and graduate employees grew to 581.5 FTE’s. These same companies had a combined annual payroll of more than $33.49 million.
“The Technology Business Center’s role in helping entrepreneurs launch and grow in Sioux Falls is evolving,” said SDTBC Executive Director Rich Naser. “We continue to adapt our programs and services to meet the needs of our clients. From our Accelerator program to matching companies The Accelerator and Boot Camp pro- with capital, we are now more involved gram, now entering its third year, helps than ever with helping our clients achieve entrepreneurs develop their business con- success.” cepts. Applicants selected to participate also The SDTBC also tracks equity investhave opportunities to receive funding. The ment and patents secured. The nine-year final deadline to apply for the 2014 Accel- total equity investments was just under $52 erator is April 21, 2014. million and total patents held by these same The proof is in the numbers. The companies rose to 17. SDTBC has helped 20 companies grow and The SDTBC’s Accelerator program graduate and will report its preliminary is accepting applications for its third go10 year numbers at the March 7 Forward round. Other incubators may focus more Sioux Falls investor meeting. In its first nine
January 2009 October 2005 N ovember 2002 Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce and the Sioux Falls Development Foundation form SDTBC non-profit corporation
Graduated first client: Meta Payment Systems
Began networking program “I.N. After Hours” The Innovation Network South Dakota provides networking and educational opportunities to high growth entrepreneurs in eastern South Dakota. Innovation Network hosts regularly scheduled “I.N. After Hours” networking events to connect high growth entrepreneurs with a technology focus; investors including angel and venture capitalists; and professionals including attorneys, accountants, marketers and bankers.
October 2006 Original facility build-outs completed
March 2007 Received grant from EDA funds for 7,000 sq. ft. expansion
Jan. 1, 2004 SDTBC opens with two clients and one support organization
O ctober 2002 Forward Sioux Falls approves funding to establish incubator
March 2005 Construction completed of first wet labs in facility
May 2008 Staff expanded to three
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COVER STORY
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on funding and finding investors for participants, where the SDTBC is more process-focused, said Entrepeneurship and Incubation Manager Pam Boehm. Boehm said the goal is to provide information and resources for the participants to help build them up for long-term success rather than quick infusions of cash. More than the numbers of jobs created and return on investment, Boehm says the SDTBC has had a role in bringing forth opportunities for entrepreneurs and showing them that they can grow their ideas here in Sioux Falls.
July 2013
April 2009 Partnered with University Center for GEAR Center management The SDTBC has extended its technology infrastructure and programs for entrepreneurs to the companies that are working closely with University of South Dakota scientists and researchers developing new technologies and products at the GEAR Center (Graduate Education and Applied Research Center). Located at 4800 N. Career Ave. in Sioux Falls, the GEAR Center was opened in Spring, 2009 to stimulate applied research and commercialization in South Dakota. USD’s Biomedical Engineering program and several private companies are housed in the GEAR Center.
Partnered with USD for Research Park management
May 2012 Launched the first SDTBC Accelerator Program The Accelerator and Boot Camp provides: • Assistance in image development • Business model creation refinement • Legal advice for business formation • Ways to protect intellectual property • Ideas to build your management team • Assistance in defining your customer
March 2011 Invested in South Dakota Innovation Partners
• Development of financial projections • Help understanding business finance • Financial planning and funding options • Introductions to advisors and mentors • Networking techniques & events
J anuary 2013 Began Leadership Circle program for SDTBC entrepreneurs
The USD Research Park will provide an environment where university research can be conducted and commercialized and a resource to help grow companies in South Dakota. The USDRP will help connect universities with innovation-driven businesses that are in the entrepreneurial stages or expanding. Tenants are expected to establish relationships with university faculty and students or engage in activities related to research in regental institutions. Located on the grounds of University Center, the 80-acre USD Research Park shares a campus with the Graduate Education and Applied Research (GEAR) Center. USD is working with the SDTBC and Forward Sioux Falls to plan and launch the park. These organizations will also play a key role in helping attract and support additional park tenants.
May 2009 DocuTAP wins NBIA Outstanding Graduate Company Award
J anuary 2010 Opened SDTBC 7,000 sq.ft. addition
August 2013 Graduated 20th company: Maximizing Excellence
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S I O U X FA L L S D AY AT T H E L E G I S L AT U R E
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 19, 2014
SIOUX FALLS DAY AT THE LEGISLATURE IN PICTURES:
The weather topped out at 50 degrees in Pierre, making it a great day to visit the capital city and take the annual attendee photo outside the Capitol.
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Brandt Solomon & Anderson LLP Cadwell Sanford Delbert & Garry LLP Citi CorTrust Bank DocuTAP The First National Bank in Sioux Falls Great Western Bank Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet High Point Networks, Inc.
Home Federal Bank Midland, Inc. dba Johnstone Supply Next2New Auto Sales NorthWestern Energy Poet Public Affairs Company Sammons Financial Group/ Midland National Life Insurance Company Sanford Health
Sayre Associates, Inc. Sioux Empire Housing Partnership Sioux Falls Construction Company Sioux Falls Development Foundation Sioux Valley Energy Stone Group Architects Sullivan, Inc. Vern Eide Motorcars Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith P.C.
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S I O U X FA L L S D AY AT T H E L E G I S L AT U R E A Sioux Falls Day tradition includes serving treats to legislators, interns, pages and Capitol staff, as well as attendees. Volunteers scooped up root beer floats and ginger ale/sherbet floats.
Community leaders, elected officials, members of the 28th Leadership Sioux Falls class were just some of the attendees at the 30th Annual Sioux Falls Day at the Legislature. Visitors were able to go to committee meetings in the morning, attend a luncheon with the Governor, go the Capitol in the afternoon to watch session and network and participate in a social in the rotunda.
Gov. Dennis Daugaard addressed the crowd at lunch. His Chief of Staff Dusty Johnson also spoke.
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MEMBER ANNIVERSARIES
Congratulations to the following members who are celebrating their 25-plus, 20-, 15-,10- and five-year membership anniversaries this month. They are part of a continued commitment to our community through their investment in the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce. To learn more about Chamber membership, contact 605.336.1620 or sfacc@siouxfalls.com.
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Member Since 1984 300 W. 11th St.
Appliance & Furniture Rent All Member Since 1950 2901 W. 11th St.
Feeding South Dakota Member Since 1986 3511 N. 1st Ave.
Auto Body Specialties Member Since 1950 4710 N. Westport Ave.
Fireplace Professionals, Inc. Member Since 1988 1217 W. 41st St.
BabyTown-Kidstuff, Inc. Member Since 1982 3109 S. Carolyn Ave.
Furniture Mart, USA Member Since 1975 140 E. Hinks Ln.
Billion Automotive Member Since 1935 3401 W. 41st St.
Girl Scouts-Dakota Horizons Member Since 1985 1101 S. Marion Rd.
Brandt Solomon & Anderson LLP Member Since 1980 622 S. Minnesota Ave.
Hy Vee, Inc.
Member Since 1975 1601 S. Sycamore Ave.
Center Inn
Member Since 1987 900 E. 20th St.
Hy Vee, Inc.
Member Since 1977 4101 S. Louise Ave.
CIGNA Home Delivery Pharmacy Member Since 1989 4901 N. 4th Ave.
Manpower
East Dakota Educational Cooperative Member Since 1988 715 E. 14th St.
Member Since 1980 5019 S. Bur Oak Pl.
Pepsi Beverages Company Member Since 1982 2400 E. 52nd St. N.
Physicians Laboratory Member Since 1972 1301 S. Cliff Avenue
Principal Financial Group
20 YEARS Batteries Plus
3300 S. Shirley Ave.
Member Since 1987 2520 River Ridge Place #100
Van Laar Construction, Inc.
Sioux Falls Ford, Inc.
15 YEARS
Member Since 1975 4101 W. 41st St.
South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Member Since 1936 811 E. 10th St.
Sturdevant’s Auto Parts
6311 N. 10th Ave.
Casey’s General Store 1705 W. Burnside St.
Sioux Falls MEPS
2801 S. Kiwanis Ave. #200
The Luke Society
3409 Gateway Blvd. #1000
Member Since 1972 2609 S. Shirley Ave.
Wheel City Auto Sales
Target
10 YEARS
Member Since 1988 3600 S. Louise Ave.
Tri-State Neighbor
6001 W. 12th St.
Bellevue University 2320 N. Career Ave.
Member Since 1979 309 W. 43rd St.
Co-op Natural Foods
Veterans of Foreign Wars
SourceHOV
Sioux Falls
Member Since 1986 3601 S. Minnesota Ave.
3601 N. 4th Ave.
Volunteers of America, Dakotas
CHR Solutions, Inc.
Member Since 1984 1309 W. 51st St.
Wendy’s RestaurantsWendy’s of Sioux Falls LLC Member Since 1979 Sioux Falls
5 YEARS
110 N. Minnesota Ave. #300
Family Visitation Center 311 E. 14th St.
HJN Team Real Estate Kory Davis 101 W. 69th St. #101
The Business Sense Workshops series is over for 2014 after this month. If you have an idea for a workshop or program, contact Kate: 373.2002 or kfoley@siouxfalls.com.
The details: • Workshops will be held every Tuesday in January-March from Noon-1 p.m. • All workshops are “brown bag” — bring your own lunch. • Each workshop is $10 per person — new members, use your VIP pass and attend for free! • The workshops are held at the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Conference Center 200 N. Phillips Ave., Suite 200) from Noon-1 p.m. • RSVP online at events.siouxfalls.com, email kfoley@siouxfalls.com or call (605) 373-2002.
Business Sense Workshops
The Business Sense Workshops series is planned and sponsored by the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Small Business Council. The workshops deliver ongoing business and management training led by talented and engaging Chamber member presenters.
You have our permission!
Bring your business cards to each Business Sense Workshop. Stand up. Shake hands. Exchange those business cards. Promote your business and network with other Chamber members.
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NEW MEMBERS
New members are printed in each issue of Chamber News. Following is a list of businesses or individuals who have invested in the greater community by joinint the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce. All addresses are Sioux Falls unless otherwise listed. Please support these businesses when making purchases and business decisions. An online Membership Directory can be found at www.SiouxFallsChamber.com or by using the Chamber’s App, available in the iTunes and Google Play stores. If you are a current member you can update your records online. Want to become a member? Call 605.336.1620.
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Adventure/J & C Publications Advertising Kathy Kroy, (605) 332-0421 622 S. Minnesota Ave., Ste. 200, 57104
Attorneys Charles Dorothy, (605) 335-5740 600 E. Tan Tara Cir., 57108 www.dorothykrause.com
Computer Pros, Inc.
Express Employment Professionals Employment Service Rich Leafgreen, (605) 335-2710 434 S. Kiwanis Ave., Ste. 2, 57104
Music-Education Darren Matthes, (605) 951-8932 5201 W. 41st St., 57106 www.darrenmatthes.com
Associate Member Fred Bryner, (605) 336-8502 PO Box 572, 57101-0572
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Retail Doris Schumacher, (605) 360-9407 945 S. Marion Rd., Ste. 109, 57106 www.rideempowered.com
S Bar S BBQ Food Truck Dennis Smith, (605) 254-7318
Kingstone Capital Partners
Ultimate Fitness for Women
Investments Eden Algie, (605) 595-8823 201 S. Phillips Ave., Ste. 100, 57104 www.kingstonecapitalpartners.com
Fitness Centers Laurie Sorlie, (605) 361-4399 4831 S. Louise Ave., 57106 www.ultimatefitness24hour.com
Lake Herman Auto Sales
The University of South DakotaContinuing & Distance Education
Automobile Dealers Dan Uthe, (605) 376-1484 PO Box 152, Madison, SD 57042 www.lakehermanauto.com
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Darren Matthes-Drum Lessons & Guitar Lessons
Fraternal Order of Police
Hegg Realtors-Ryan Kortan
Excalibur Security Services
Computers LeRoy Clemetson, (605) 362-6205 5415 W. 41st St., 57106 www.sfcomputerpros.com
Employee Assistance Programs Pat Stewart, (605) 271-3404 3101 W. 41st St. #207, 57105 www.leadingedgesolutionsofsouthdakota.com
Affiliate-Real Estate Joy Kortan, (605) 212-7982 2804 E. 26th St., 57103 www.hegg.com/joykortan
Dorothy & Krause Law Firm
Optometrists,O.D. Heather Oakland, (605) 271-5000 5023 S. Bur Oak Pl., 57108 www.centerforvisuallearning.com
Leading Edge Solutions of South Dakota
Insurance Eric Anderson, (605) 271-6300 4804 S. Minnesota Ave., Ste. 101, 57108
Hegg Realtors-Joy Kortan
Consultant-Political Craig Dewey, (605) 261-3842 PO Box 2110, 57105
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NEWS
Information about April 8, 2014 ballot issues VOTING DETAILS & DEADLINES Eligible voters must live in the City of Sioux Falls and be registered by Monday, March 24, 2014. To register, fill out a voter registration form and return it to your county of residence’s auditor’s office. To find out if and where you are registered, go to the Secretary of State’s website: www.sdsos.gov. Voter registration forms are also available at that website. The Election will be conducted at 13 Vote Centers located throughout the City of Sioux Falls and the Sioux Falls School District. On Election Day, voters may choose any one of the Vote Centers to cast their ballot. Vote Centers will be open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
VOTING LOCATIONS First Lutheran Church, 327 S. Dakota Ave.
The City of Sioux Falls Municipal/School Board election will be held Tuesday, April 8. Open municipal positions include: Mayor, At-Large Council Member “A,” At-Large Council Member “B,” Central District Council Member, and Southeast District Council Member. The Sioux Falls School Board has one vacancy.
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The filing deadline for all open seats was at 5 p.m. on Feb. 28, after the press deadline for this issue of Chamber News. As of press time incumbent Doug Morrison is the only person to file for the School Board seat; if Morrison remains the only candidate, there will be no school board election.
We recommend a “no” vote in order for the City to move forward with an indoor aquatics facility at Spellerberg Park.
Incumbents for the City election are Mayor Mike T. Huether; Councilor Rex Rolfing, At-Large Council Member “A;” and Councilor Michelle Erpenbach, Central District Council Member. Councilors James Entenman, At-Large Council Member “B,” and Sue Aguilar, Southeast District Council Member, will not be seeking re-election. More details about the candidates running for these open seats will be published in the April 2, 2014 print edition of Chamber News and through various electronic communications tools throughout March.
Peace Lutheran Church, 5509 W. 41st St.
In addition, voters can also decide on four issues. An Initiated Measure is brought forth by the citizens without prior council action. Residents have six months to collect the required signatures, which is 5 percent of registered voter population. A Referred Law is a resolution or ordinance that is referred to the voters by citizens. These residents have 20 days after publication to collect the required signatures, which is also 5 percent of the registered voter population. Official ballot language was not available at press time. Three of the four issues were reviewed by the Chamber’s Board of Directors, after being reviewed by the Chamber’s Issues Management Council and Legislative Issues Committee. At its Feb. 26 meeting, the Board issued the following recommendations:
Faith Baptist Church, 601 W. 57th St.
Snow Gates (Initiated Measure 1)
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, . 5500 E. 57th St.
Sioux Falls voters will also determine if snowgates will be implemented within the City’s snow removal plan. Residents opposed to the direct implementation of snowgates (designed to reduce the amount of snow in driveways and intersections) collected enough signatures to place the issue on the ballot. The Chamber Board encourages voters to further study this issue; however, it did not take a formal position on Initiated Measure 1.
Wesley United Methodist Church, . 1700 E. Sixth St. Kenny Anderson Community Center, . 3701 E. Third St. Sioux Falls Arena, 1201 N. West Ave. Oyate Community Center, 2421 W. 15th St. MariCar Community Center, . 400 N. Valley View Rd. Memorial Middle School, . 1401 S. Sertoma Ave.
Morningside Community Center, . 2400 S. Bahnson Ave. Asbury United Methodist Church, . 2425 S. Western Ave. Instructional Planning Center, . 201 E. 38th St.
VOTING DEADLINES March 24
Deadline to register to vote
March 25
Absentee voting starts
Spellerberg Pool (Initiated Measure 2) A “yes” vote would result in an outdoor pool being built at Spellerberg Park and a “no” vote would pave the way for an indoor aquatics facility at Spellerberg. The Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce believes it is time for Sioux Falls to construct and operate a public indoor swimming facility (or facilities) to support yearround aquatic activities for all citizens and competitive
Phase 1 of the City’s aquatic facility master plan recommends adding a centralized indoor aquatics facility by 2016. Also, the City’s master plan includes recommendations on the types, sizes and locations of other public aquatic facilities within Sioux Falls for the next ten years.
Shape Places (Referred Law 3) A “yes” vote would adopt the Shape Places zoning plan and a “no” vote would retain the City’s existing zoning ordinance The Chamber participated in many public input and informational sessions that led to the adoption of the Shape Places ordinance by the Sioux Falls City Council. The process was thorough and provided the public ample opportunity for input and comment. Therefore, the Chamber supports the adoption of Shape Places as the new and modernized planning and zoning ordinance for Sioux Falls to provide certainty and efficiency for developers as well as clarity and the ability to participate in the process for residents. We recommend that the City consider reviewing the ordinance to ensure that public input concerns are fully addressed and recommend a “yes” vote on the Shape Places ordinance on April 8, 2014.
85th Street and Minnesota Avenue (Referred Law 4) A “yes” vote would result in the City proceeding with planned rezoning at 85th Street and Minnesota Avenue and a “no” vote would deny rezoning at this location. The Chamber rarely engages in specific zoning issues at the Council level or at the community level. The administration of zoning ordinances is the responsibility of City Government through the Planning Commission and ultimately legislative action by the Sioux Falls City Council. That is how the process worked in the instance of the rezoning at 85th Street and Minnesota Avenue, but this decision was challenged and referred to a public vote in April 2014. The Chamber believes that sound planning and development requires the predictable administration of zoning ordinances. The City of Sioux Falls has a sound process for vetting zoning issues as well as for thorough public input. We believe that this process was appropriately followed on this request. We also believe that zoning ordinance administration needs to be well organized and consistent so that developers and citizens can proceed with certainty. Thus, we recommend a “yes” vote to support the rezoning at 85th Street and Minnesota Avenue.
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NEWS
BA L L OT I S S U E S I N M O R E D E TA I L :
Spellerberg Pool (Initiated Measure 2)
Shape Places (Referred Law 3)
Background: In 2013, the City of Sioux Falls hired a national aquatics consulting firm to conduct a study which would provide the framework for the Citywide Aquatic Facility Master Plan. This plan includes recommendations on the types, sizes and locations of the public aquatic facilities within Sioux Falls for the next 10 years. Phase 1 of the Master Plan recommends adding a centralized indoor aquatics facility by 2016 at the existing Spellerberg Pool location to replace the existing outdoor pool at an estimated cost of $19.4 million. After the Sioux Falls City Council approved designs for an indoor aquatics facility, “Save Spellerberg”, a group of residents concerned about an indoor pool at Spellerberg Park, gathered the necessary petitions to put the issue on the April 8, 2014 ballot. The ballot issue has since been designated “Initiated Measure 2”. If a “yes” vote prevails, the City will build an outdoor pool (at an estimated cost of $7.5 million) at Spellerberg Park. If a “no” vote prevails, it would pave the way for the indoor facility at Spellerberg. Indoor Pool Amenities: The indoor facility provides for a warm water therapy pool, two waterslides, current channel, three 25 meter lap lanes, zero depth pool with spray nozzles and play features, 50 meter pool with 10 lanes (20 lanes for the 25 meter length), an outdoor spray ground area and sundeck for warmer times of the year, two 1 meter diving boards, one 3 meter diving board and seating off of the swim deck for 500. The parking lot will allow for 203 spaces. Outdoor Pool Amenities: The outdoor facility provides for two waterslides, three 25 meter lap lanes, current channel, zero-depth pool with spray nozzles and play features, plaza area and bath house. The parking lot will allow for 179 stalls. The outdoor pool would be roughly the same size as Laurel Oaks without the greenspace and sand play area. Proponents of an indoor aquatics option have outlined the following reasons to encourage a NO vote on a new outdoor pool being built at Spellerberg Park: • Spellerberg Park is an excellent, centralized location for a public indoor aquatics facility • Currently, Sioux Falls is without a public, indoor aquatics facility, yet has ample outdoor pools at the present time • If another outdoor pool is built, it will be many years before an indoor facility may be considered • Green space at Spellerberg Park will be preserved, including the sledding hill • Because pool use will be over the course of the entire year and not concentrated only during the summer months, traffic load is likely to be reduced Opponents of an indoor aquatics option at Spellerberg Park have outlined the following reasons to encourage a YES vote on a new outdoor pool being built: • An outdoor pool would better preserve the park ambiance and preserve the neighborhood feel and accessibility • An indoor facility with expected higher use rates than an outdoor pool, would result in traffic load pressures for Spellerberg Park’s residential location • Increased use of an indoor facility would lead to parking constraints • Higher traffic flows would adversely affect the VA Hospital’s accessibility
Background: In 2008, the update for the Shape Places Zoning Ordinance was launched beginning with a survey of approximately 1,500 citizens. Survey results provided direction for the Land Use and Development Review Committee to create specific Land Use and Development policies to be incorporated into the Shape Places Comprehensive Plan, which was adopted in December of 2009. Subsequently, five study groups (landscape, signage, parking, Minnesota Avenue and Zoning Districts) were formed to determine recommendations for specific changes to the Zoning Ordinance based on the Shape Sioux Falls plan.
85th Street and Minnesota Avenue (Referred Law 4)
Background: In August 2013, the Sioux Falls City Council approved a rezoning request (agriculture to commercial) from Walmart Supercenter in order for the retail chain to build an 185,000 square foot store at the intersection of 85th Street and Minnesota Avenue. “Save Our Neighborhood”, a group opposing the rezoning, collected the necessary number of signatures to place the issue on the April 8, 2014 ballot, which has since been designated “Referred Law 4”. In an attempt to appease nearby residents, Walmart amended the original design, specifically Currently, the City abides by zoning laws enacted in in the areas of appearance, traffic and access, operations 1983. Sioux Falls City Council passed new zoning laws in and noise. However, opponents were not completely satisMarch of 2013 that were scheduled to go into effect in April fied, stating that the modifications did not go far enough. of that year, however, “Save Our Neighborhood”, a group Proponents of Rezoning at 85th Street & Minnesota also concerned about a proposed Walmart near 85th Street Avenue have outlined the following benefits of implemenand Minnesota Avenue, collected enough signatures to place tation: the issue on the City’s April 2014 ballot, which has since • This development is consistent with other commerbeen named “Referred Law 3”. cial uses in the immediate area and complements the Shape Places Intended Purpose: The intended outdevelopment of South Dakota Highway 100 along the come of Shape Places is to improve the Sioux Falls zoning south edge of Sioux Falls. ordinance by simplifying and standardizing the rules and regulations, and providing for more development options as well as new, innovative site planning options. Proponents of Shape Places have outlined the following benefits of implementation:
• Continuing to support the growth and development of Sioux Falls is part of the rising tide that continues to lift our community; this project is a testament to the benefit of additional community growth.
Opponents of Rezoning at 85th Street and Minnesota Avenue have outlined the following reasons of • Provides seamless and smooth transitions from one use concern: to another • While there is support for commercial development, • Offers more development options and new or innovaa smaller store would allow the city to buffer singletive site planning options family residences from big-box development. • Enhances user-friendliness (would reduce current Zon• The Sioux Falls 2015 Growth Management Plan did ing Ordinance with its 127 different uses that are in one not specify the land use in the 85th Street and Minor several different zoning districts, to 35 forms in 9 nesota Avenue area until formation of the Sioux Falls categories) 2035 Comprehensive Plan in 2009. By this time, the • Streamlined zoning process--reduction of conditionalland adjacent to 85th Street and Minnesota Avenue use permits, which require appearing before the planhad already been permitted single-family residential. ning commission, city council and allowance for public input • Effectively manages land uses of different intensities
Opponents of Shape Places have outlined the following reasons of concern: • Unfair signage restrictions placed upon businesses, certain professions and homeowners • Reduction/elimination of some conditional-use permits marginalize public input as properties are considered for development or redevelopment
The information contained in the issue briefs was compiled and researched by the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce. Unless otherwise stated, it is for informational purposes only. For more information, please contact the Chamber: 605.336.1620.
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RIBBON CUTTINGS
DaVita for Sioux Falls Dialysis 2326 W. 69TH ST.
DaVita for Sioux Falls Dialysis is an outpatient dialysis facility offering in-center and home dialysis modalities. L to R: Kelsey Tegethoff, Aletha Klarenbeek, Garrett Wilson, Donna Epp, Corey Weide, Cari Dock (regional operations director), Liz Lloyd, Justin Christensen, Marshall Selberg, Eric McDonald, Mayor Mike Huether and Nelson Morel.
20/20 Eye Candy
4900 S. MINNESOTA AVE., STE. 105 20/20 Eye Candy is a full vision eye clinic, providing the latest in technology lenses, frames and contacts. L to R: Jessi Holter, Angie Muller, Stephanie Engebretson, Liz Lloyd, Mary Kay Jorgensen, Megan Myers, Anne Jorgensen (co-owner), Nathan Stallinga, Krista Smit (co-owner), Lynda Billars and Dr. Meghan Montreal.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sioux Empire 1108 N. WEST AVE.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sioux Empire is a community based mentoring program that has been serving the community for 20 years. L to R: Marsha Jones, Stacy Wrightsman, Mayor Mike Huether, Mary Jane Swayze, Corey Weide, Jami Gates (executive director), Pam Hoffman, Paul Bruflat and Deb Tornow.
Building Miracles for Kids, Inc. 309 W. 43RD ST. #102
Building Miracles for Kids, Inc. is a non-profit organization established to help the most important people in the future — the children. L to R: Kelli Phelps, April Getz, Isis Miller, Keith Severson, Rachael Weissenburger (president), Larry Weissenburger (vice president), Liz Lloyd, Kelly Grovijahn, Amy O’Connor Hoback and Scott Moffatt.
Excalibur Security Services PO BOX 90411
Excalibur Security Services are security and automation system specialists committed to the safety and security of your family or business. L to R: Corey Weide, Paul Bruflat, Crystal Herreid, Jack Dyvig, David James (CEO/founder), Eric Anderson and Jay Williams.
GF Advertising
WWW.GFADVERTISING.COM GF Advertising offers graphic design, in-house embroidery and screenprinting, promotional products, website design, logo creation and media planning. L to R: Corey Weide, Lynda Billars, Julie Nelson, Sonya Clark (owner/vice president), Heidi Weber (owner), Ruth Christopherson, Christie Aberson and Devon Alexander.
KT Consulting, Inc.
WWW.KT-CONSULTING.NET KT Consulting, Inc. specializes in leader and organizational development — ensuring that the audio matches the video throughout the organization. L to R: Kennedy Tietgen, Christie Aberson, Todd Farrell, Kerri Tietgen (president), Dr. Dave Kapaska, Liz Lloyd, Wendy Bergan, Lynda Billars, Jeremy Tietgen and Cooper Tietgen.
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Minnehaha County Historical Society
Swier Law Firm
Minnehaha County Historical Society studies, records and educates members and the public regarding the history of Minnehaha County. L to R: Sandy Dean, Liz Lloyd, David Johnson, Rob Oliver, Nathan Stallinga, Jim A. Carlson (president), Garrett Wilson and Ken Alvine.
Swier Law Firm delivers creative and custom legal solutions to local, regional and national clients of all sizes. L to R: Chris McClure, Amy O’Connor Hoback, Christie Aberson, Lynda Billars, David Johnson, Scott Swier (president/senior partner), Liz Lloyd, Brooke Swier Schloss, Jacob Fischer and Maxx Hickey.
200 W. 6TH ST.
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Sioux Falls Design Center 108 W. 11TH ST.
The Sioux Falls Design Center works to inform and engage the public about design through various workshops, lectures and events. L to R: Jack Dyvig, Aaron Neiman, Amy O’Connor Hoback, Kellen Boice (director), Stacey McMahan, Julie Darrington, Tom Burchill, Shelly Munson and Rick Rysavy.
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S T. PAT R I C K ’ S D AY
Sioux Falls to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day March 15 Pat Gustaf to serve as Grand Marshal Patrick Gustaf, a Sioux Falls florist who is the Grand Marshal of the 35th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, grew up in Sioux Falls’ North End in a family that celebrated being Irish. St. Patrick’s Day was as big a holiday as Christmas with his family, right down to the green mashed potatoes. He will lead the 35th Annual St. Patrick’s Day parade on Saturday, March 15.
Jean) on S. Minnesota Avenue, Gustaf has long been an enthusiastic supporter of the parade, selling upwards of 100 parade buttons each year and collecting all 35 of them so far. Pat Gustaf
This year’s button has a green The 2013 St. Patrick’s Day Parade, led by the Khartum Temple Pipes and Drums. carnation, a nod to Gustaf’s love of flowers. “It’s the coolest button of them all.” The proceeds help cover parade costs and a portion is donated to Special Olympics and to the El Riad Shrine Temple. Buttons are available at the Sioux The parade on March 15 provides an Falls Area Chamber of Commerce (200 N. excellent opportunity for people through- Phillips Ave., Suite 200), at various busiout the Sioux Falls region to visit the city nesses and at the start of the parade. for a day of family activities. In 2009, the No candy can be distributed at the St. Patrick’s Day Extravaganza committee, parade. Sioux Falls City Council Ordinance which plans the parade with support from (Section 38-143) states: “It is unlawful for the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce any person conducting, managing or parstaff, decided to move the parade permaticipating in any parade to distribute or nently to the Saturday before St. Patrick’s permit the distribution of any candy or balDay. loons to persons in attendance during the Sponsorships from Sanford Health, parade.” Avera McKennan Hospital & University To say that Pat Gustaf is excited about Health Center, Holiday Inn City Centre, being Grand Marshal would be an underand Xcel Energy help underwrite the costs statement: “I feel very honored and I just of bringing the Khartum Temple Pipes can’t believe it. I just pinch myself once in a and Drums, a Shriner unit from Winniwhile,” Gustaf said. peg, Manitoba, to Sioux Falls. They have performed in the parade almost since the Gustaf, 61, says he actually is threestart and make guest appearances in local fourths Irish. His great-grandfather was schools and hospitals. A complete perfor- Swedish and moved to Cork, Ireland, in mance schedule will be released later this the mid-1800s. His mother Gertrude Elomonth. ise Fleming Gustaf, who was 100 percent The “Vanguard Squadron,” an eth- Irish, was born in Montrose, S.D. The Flemanol-powered stunt team performing in- ing and the Gustaf families are part of the formation aerobatics again will perform Montrose history. The day’s events officially kick off at 11:45 a.m. with the traditional Painting of the Shamrock and reading of the proclamations at 9th Street and Phillips Avenue. The parade forms at 5th Street and Main Avenue at 12:30 p.m. and the parade begins at 2 p.m.
2014 St. Patrick’s Day Parade Grand Marshal
during the parade, weather permitting. It is “I truly love the Irish part of me!” he sponsored by POET, a South Dakota etha- says. “I think that’s my best feature.” nol producer. For more information, go to www. There is no entry fee to participate in siouxfallschamber.com and click on the the parade, but each entry must have some Events & Programs/Annual Events link to kind of Irish theme. Each participant 16 and find more information about St. Patrick’s older must purchase and wear an official St. Day, including the parade packet, or call Patrick’s Day Parade button costing $3. As Wendy Neuharth at the Chamber, (605) co-owner of Gustaf’s Greenery (with sister, 336-1620.