The Yankton City Commission Tuesday night held first reading of an ordinance that could quickly restore social distancing and other restrictions if the coronavirus numbers rise again.

City Attorney Ross Den Herder told the commission their powers could be extended six months……

Den Herder says the original ordinance passed in April will end in early June……

Den Herder says introducing the ordinance allows the commission to act quickly if needed…….

Since it was a first reading, no vote was needed. A second reading and passage could be scheduled with twenty four hour notice if needed.