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SD Cities Waiting, Watching Elections Outcomes

SD Cities Waiting, Watching Elections Outcomes

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David Reiss takes over as the new Executive Director of the South Dakota Municipal League Tuesday.

Reiss says a number of issues came up at their recent state convention, including funding for affordable housing…..https://on.soundcloud.com/Kzf5s

Reiss says they are waiting on the results of the recreational marijuana ballot issue…..https://on.soundcloud.com/kkjMs

Reiss says municipalities are also concerned with changes to sales taxes….https://on.soundcloud.com/qzdmt

Reiss replaces long time Executive Director Yvonne Taylor, who is retiring. She will work with the group as a consultant through the next legislative session.

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