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Watertown Considers New “Demo-to-Build” Incentive to Tackle Blight
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Tearing down a building for the benefit of redevelopment in Watertown might soon get a little easier on the wallet. On Monday night, the Watertown City Council will review Resolution No. 26-17, a proposal to launch a Special Disposal Incentive Program to turn blighted neighborhood spots into new residential foundations.
Steve Jurrens
10 hours ago2 min read


City to Declare Lake Kampeska Phosphorous Filtration Plant as Surplus Property
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council on Monday night will consider declaring the Lake Kampeska Phosphorous Filtration Plant, located at 336 South Lake Drive, as surplus property. The move would allow the city to sell the long‑inactive facility at a future public sale.
Steve Jurrens
11 hours ago2 min read


Watertown Financial Report: Record Cash Reserves Meet Strategic Debt Limits
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - During the April 20, 2026, City Council meeting, Finance Officer Kristen Bobzien presented the city’s preliminary 2025 financial statements, revealing a picture of healthy liquidity paired with historically high debt levels. While the city ended the year with more than $110 million in cash, officials warned that major infrastructure investments have pushed the city’s borrowing capacity to its prudent limit.
Steve Jurrens
Apr 212 min read


Northeast Radio SD News Preview: Watertown City Council to Tackle Major Infrastructure, Zoning, and Fiscal Items Tonight
Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council convenes tonight, Monday, April 20, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall. The agenda includes infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and fiscal approvals, shaping the city’s next development cycle.
Steve Jurrens
Apr 206 min read
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