Boards & Commissions

1. Black Hills Airport Task Force

   The Black Hills Airport Task Force is appointed and meets at the direction of the city council and the mayor.

2. Board of Adjustment

   South Dakota law requires every municipality with zoning regulations to provide for a Board of Adjustment to hear and decide zoning appeals, grant variances, and determine conditional uses.

3. Downtown Business Improvement District Board

   The Downtown Business Improvement District Board provides recommendations regarding the creation of the Downtown Business Improvement District.

4. Hotel Bid Board

   Find information about the Hotel Bid Board, including members, bylaws, and related ordinances.

5. Library Board of Trustees

   Learn about the Board of Trustees for the Grace Balloch Memorial Library, and find members and meeting documents.

6. Parks, Recreation & Forestry Advisory Board

   The Spearfish Parks, Recreation and Forestry Advisory Board is a tool of the City Council to be used as a channel for all concerns pertaining to parks, recreation, and forestry issues within the city, including recreation programming, park facilities, and maintenance of vegetation.

7. Planning Commission

   The Planning Commission is charged with the review of development applications for compliance with the Comprehensive Plan, city policy, and city code. After careful review and consideration, the Planning Commission makes a recommendation to the City Council.

8. Historic Preservation Commission

   The Historic Preservation Commission engages in a comprehensive program of historic preservation, to promote the use and conservation of historic properties for the education, inspiration, pleasure, and enrichment of the citizens of the City of Spearfish.