Minutes

DRAFT MINUTES FOR APRIL 14, 2026, SUPERVISORS MEETING
SPLIT ROCK TOWNSHIP
The Board of Supervisors of Split Rock Township, Minnehaha County, South Dakota,
convened on Tuesday, April 14th, 2026, at the Split Rock Township Fire Station located at
7201 E. Arrowhead Parkway, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Supervisors Todd Egge, Rich
Steffen, and Marvin Manifold were present, along with Kevin Callies (Treasurer), Brenda
Nolz (Clerk), and Legal Counsel Lisa Marso.
The meeting was called to order by Marvin Manifold at 7:30 p.m. Following the Pledge of
Allegiance, Rich Steffen moved to approve the agenda, which was seconded by Todd Egge
and carried. Todd Egge then moved to approve the minutes from the March 9, 2026,
meeting, with a second by Rich Steffen. The motion carried.
TREASURER’S REPORT
March 2026 – The general fund and debit card balance as of March 31 st , 2026 was
$111,588. Deposits for March were General Fund $9,872, Fire fund $2,813, Front Foot
Assessments $6,586, Secondary Road Capital Fund $227, and Interest $1,064.
March expenses were Contracted Services $5,950, Equipment & Vehicles $7,869, Insurance
$24,209, Office Supplies $386, Payroll & Payroll Liabilities $13,171, Professional Fees
$2,532, Utilities & Phones $706 totaling $54,823. Changes in A/P and P/R Liabilities ($5)
and Interest from CD & Savings Account $(1,063) for an ending balance of $76,260
Investments $707,263 and Savings held for developments $232,815 for an ending balance
of $1,016,338. Rich Steffen moved to approve the Treasurer Report, which was seconded by
Todd Egge and carried.
OLD BUSINESS
267th Street Project Closeout
Ryan from DGR delivered an update regarding the 267th Street project. He confirmed that
the project is ready for closure, and he will prepare the final documents necessary for
signing and officially closing out the project.
Kim Circle: According to Ryan from DGR, Sam Assam has requested that no modifications
be made to his property. Ryan will check if the property to the north could serve as an
alternative, though this would require three times as much blading. He has a meeting
scheduled this week to discuss the matter further.
NEW BUSINESS
Re-Bid for gravel and hauling– New bid date set for May 4 th , 2026, for 9am.
Quartzite Development
The Township will maintain ongoing monitoring of traffic volumes on roads within the
Quartzite development. Currently, traffic levels remain steady, averaging approximately

150 to 200 vehicles per day. Additionally, Gregg Johnson noted that Arrowhead
Construction is scheduled to commence on April 20, 2026.

Indian Hills Development
Troy Geyer proposed implementing dust control measures at a reduced rate of 50%. They
have visited with 8 of the 14 property owners: all support this proposal. There were 7
individuals present at the meeting; all were in favor of the 50% application this year. Don
Bonenberger asked if there was an issue as to the quality of the gravel. The elected officials
noted the gravel is not what they had hoped it to be and they are working on different
gravel. The Township will use half rate application this year per the residents’ request.
Stoakes
Lisa Marso has received a petition from residents of Stoakes requesting to be reinstated into
the Township. The residents are proposing a contribution of $6,500 to help offset associated
costs with anticipated road maintenance. Information about any agreement with Sioux Falls
was requested as well as front footage contributions had the road been a part of the
Township when paved. Kevin Callies will review front footage assessments and compile
relevant data, which will be included on next month's agenda for further discussion.
E Maple from Rice St East to North Oakview Pl
Lisa Marso received a notice that there is a request to Sioux Falls from the Knochenmus
family to vacate an easement.
Purple Wave Auction
Marv Manifold reported that eight items were auctioned, projecting a revenue of
approximately $25,000.
ELECTED OFFICIALS UPDATE
 Township Pancake Feed: May 3, 2026, 8am–1pm, Split Rock Fire Station.
 Homeowners get one free Landfill Pass per year; need your driver’s license.
 Kevin Callies requested traffic counts for Maple.
 Kevin Callies, Rich Steffen and Marv Manifold attended the Minnehaha County
Township Meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Virgil Stensland reported that the culvert in front of his residence has washed out and
requires attention.
Ryan B, representing Indian Hills, provided remarks concerning the gravel and also
addressed issues related to Maple Street. Kevin Callies noted that paving Maple Street
would necessitate Federal Funding, as the estimated cost is approximately $20 million.

Nicole Smith from Indian Hills stated she had been informed Maple Street would be paved.
Lisa Marso clarified that there was no commitment by either the County or Township to
proceed with paving the road. The Township has been trying for over 10 years to get it
paved/have the County take over the road.
Troy Geyer inquired about the possibility of blacktopping Maple Road. Lisa Marso
responded that such a project would be at least $3 million as there are ditch and grading
issues; moreover, just doing a “simpler” blacktop could cause safter issues.
APPROVAL OF BILLS AND ADJOURNMENT
Rich Steffen moved to approve the bills; Todd Egge seconded, and the motion passed. Rich
Steffen then moved to adjourn, also seconded by Todd Egge. The meeting ended at 8:20 p.m.
Brenda Nolz
Township Clerk
The next regular meeting will be held May 12th, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.