SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) – In response to COVID-19 related concerns, non-essential Minnehaha County building closures to the public, which began at 5 pm on March 20th, are extended through April 30th.
A re-opening decision will be re-evaluated at the end of April, based on conditions at that time. Commission meetings on April 7th and 21st are also cancelled. The decision to keep non-essential county buildings closed to the public follows the latest guidelines from President Trump. Business with the County can still be conducted online, by mail, and at remote locations depending on the specific business transaction.
Business that can be conducted online
1. Motor Vehicle Renewal (license plate tags)
2. Property tax payment
3. Application for Owner Occupied status
Business that can be conducted by mail
1. Any transaction in the list above
2. Title Transfers
3. Document Recording
4. Vital Records Requests
5. Voter Registration Form
6. Absentee Voting Requests
Business that can be conducted at remote locations
• License plate tag renewal can also be conducted at kiosks, operated by the State of South Dakota, at the following locations:
o Hy Vee at 4101 S. Louise Avenue in Sioux Falls o Get-N-Go at 5400 E. Arrowhead Parkway in Sioux Falls
The Human Services department encourages individuals to conduct as much business online as possible including any application for assistance. Completed applications should be submitted by email. If email is unavailable, a dropbox will be available for submission of requested documentation to complete process. Please continue to monitor the Human Services website for updated information. The Human Services department will continue operations with screened access during normal business hours. Residents are encouraged to call ahead with any questions about process.
Court operations at the Minnehaha County Courthouse will remain open per the Presiding Judge and South Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice.
(Minnehaha County contributed this report/news release.)
