STURGIS, SD 11.30.2017
NEW MEMBERS
Please join the SEDC Board of Directors in welcoming Just for Looks and Richter’s Tire & Exhaust as new SEDC investors.
MEADE COUNTY DISCRETIONARY FORMULA RE-AFFIRMED
The SEDC Board of Directors thanks the Meade County Commissioners for re-affirming the County’s current discretionary formula. In place since 2010, it provides 5-year, 100% tax abatement on new commercial construction, including residential 4-plexes and larger. During nearly two hours of testimony on Nov. 8, the Commission heard directly from Scott Peterson Motors, Rasmussen Mechanical and Jake’s Garage about the importance of this economic incentive in their decision to expand or relocate in Meade County. Others such as Indian Motorcycle Sturgis, Landsport, Belle Joli and Sierra Vista sent letters of support outlining the significance of the program to their business. SEDC, officials from the cities of Sturgis and Summerset, and the Meade County Equalization Office also addressed the Commission. This discretionary formula is an important tool for us to have in our economic development toolbox and the County is an important partner. Thank you!
MAIN STREET STURGIS
Another important Thank You goes out to all community volunteers – individuals and businesses – who supported the fund drive to purchase holiday decorations for the new Sturgis Main Street. Through the “Christmas in July” campaign during Music on Main and August’s Community Picnic, the Downtown Sturgis Foundation was able to outfit over 30 street lights with traditional garland, wreaths and sparkling lights. Special thanks to Black Hills Energy and the City of Sturgis for their generous contributions and excellent installation.
The City of Sturgis and the Downtown Sturgis Foundation are working on projects that will continue to improve the Main Street corridor. In 2018, events at the H-D Plaza should be more comfortable with the addition of shade panels. The first in a series of permanent public artwork will be installed in front of Wells Fargo Bank.
RETAIL
SEDC continues to work the retail prospects we met through Buxton during the retail trade show in May. As recently as October, the City and SEDC hosted site tours with national retail affiliates. Courting national retailers can be a long process. For example, Dollar General first toured Sturgis in 2012. They opened on Lazelle in 2017, a full five years later.
Maverik removed their “Opening 2018” sign from their Junction Ave/Anna St. lot. They notified the City they would not be proceeding with new construction at this time, intending to slow the current growth of new store openings.
STURGIS INDUSTRIAL PARK
SEDC welcomes The Moving Guys to the incubator building at 1110 Industry Road. Owner Chad Moyers and his 6-person crew moved in in October. The 3,360 sq. ft. unit gives Chad the ability to consolidate his office and various storage areas into one. He can now grow his retail business to include all types of moving supplies, such as boxes, tape, packing products, etc. For large or small, local or long haul moves, contact The Moving Guys at (605) 877-2258.
A new 9,600 sq. ft. spec building in the Sturgis Industrial Park is ready to be finished for a tenant or owner. With the foundation, roof and walls in place, the rest can be customized for any type of manufacturing application. Contact SEDC for more info.
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
Dolan Creek Estates’ Phase I is nearly sold out, with less than five houses and five lots available. Phase II infrastructure is now complete and four houses are already under construction. Dolan Creek member Brad Hammerbeck says these 58 new lots will offer more diversity and views. Local developers are encouraged. For more info, contact Brad at 381-4577 or bradhammerbeck@gmail.com.
Sierra Vista on Ball Park Road in Sturgis has a nice selection of apartments available:
- 2 bed / 1 bath
- 2 bed / 2 bath
- 3 bed / 1 bath
- 4 bed / 2 bath
Sierra Vista is a great low maintenance, economical housing option. The landlord pays for water, sewer and garbage. Snow removal and lawn care are also included. Tenants don’t need to worry about maintenance and repairs, just call the landlord. The units are quiet, comfortable, and new! They also offer great views with easy access to I-90. Contact Help-U-Rent at 722-7368 or click help-u-rent.net.
Wildflower Townhomes. Plans on this 12-unit, ground level residential development are being finalized and groundbreaking should start very soon, depending on the weather. Located on the site of the former Francis Case elementary school, the project will include three 4-unit townhomes, each with 2-bedrooms, a 1-car attached garage and off-street parking for two vehicles. Available as lease only, tenants will enjoy carefree living with maintenance such as lawn care and snow removal included in the lease. For more info, or to get on the waiting list, contact SEDC or owners Tim & Peggy Heuston at 361-563-2522, heustonpeggy@gmail.com.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT…
Congratulations to the Jackson family and Belle Joli Winery for their role in christening the USS South Dakota submarine. Their 2013 Estate Reserve, bottled and processed at their Belle Joli Sparkling Wine House in Sturgis, was chosen for the christening ceremony. This honor comes only three years after opening their Sturgis production facility, the first such operation in the state. Belle Joli’s sparkling wine is a 100% South Dakota-made product using grapes grown in their Belle Fourche vineyard and made in Sturgis using champagne methods. The USS South Dakota is an attack submarine and the first underwater vessel to bear the state’s name.
Congratulations to Jamey and Amber Nehring, owners of Renatus Woodworks, on their recent selection as a 2018 Dakota Rising Fellow. This $10,000 grant award will allow the Nehrings to continue to invest in their business and personal growth. Renatus uses reclaimed materials like barn wood to create furniture, decor items and picture frames. They also do furniture upholstery, fence and deck staining, new construction and remodel work. Visit Renatus’ showroom at 708 Main Street, Sturgis or https://www.renatuswoodworks.com/ or
https://www.facebook.com/renatuswoodworks
About Dakota Rising: Dakota Rising is a free 3-year entrepreneurial development program designed to provide rural start-ups with tools, resources and connections to help them reach their greatest potential. In return, the Fellows use that potential to impact rural economic and community development.
Other recent local Dakota Rising Fellows are: Chad Gollnick/Iron Outfitter (Black Hawk) and Jenni Tucker/Help-U-Rent (Sturgis).
For more info, visit http://dakotarising.org/about-dakota-rising/
