Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved the 2026 Collective Bargaining Agreement Addendum with the Watertown Police Officers Association during its meeting on Monday. The new addendum grants a 3.5% overall wage increase for police officers, effective in 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council received the annual 2025 Bridge Inspection Report at tonight’s meeting (Monday, December 1), highlighting the overall safe and generally good condition of the city's 13 bridge structures. The inspection, conducted by Civil Design, Inc. (CDI) as part of an agreement with the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT), reviewed seven of the structures.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - As freezing temperatures arrive and the ground hardens, the City of Watertown is reminding residents that a valid seasonal sump pump variance is required to redirect clear water discharge into the sanitary sewer system. This annual requirement ensures the city's infrastructure is protected from unnecessary strain and helps prevent sewer backups.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council is scheduled to convene for its regular meeting on Monday, December 1, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda features action items, including contracts for airport and street improvements, a police collective bargaining addendum, and initial steps to supplement the 2025 City Budget.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Planning Commission has initiated a review of the city’s zoning ordinance that could lead to allowing "service stations for motor vehicles" (commonly known as gas stations or C-stores) as a permitted use within the I-1 Light Industrial District.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved the city's Long-Term Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2027-2036 on Wednesday night, laying out a financial roadmap for the next decade of infrastructure, equipment, and community projects.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - A new, multi-year construction project is set to begin in downtown Watertown near the former City Hall building. Weather permitting, demolition work, led by a private developer, is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, marking the start of a significant transformation for the area.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved the 2026 budget appropriation on Wednesday night, passing a total financial package of $65.4 million.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved the second reading of an ordinance amendment on Wednesday night, officially prohibiting the sale, purchase, and possession of hemp-derived products to individuals under the age of 21.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council voted unanimously tonight to approve a new professional services agreement with NAVEX, a risk and compliance management company, to establish an anonymous reporting hotline for city employees.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Police Department (WPD) announced the launch of a new citywide mental health and wellness initiative today, titled the “Are You OK?” awareness campaign.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown has announced the final operational dates for the 4th Avenue Yard Waste Drop-Off Site, set to close after Wednesday, November 26, 2025, assuming favorable weather conditions. Residents are urged to use the site soon, as early winter weather could necessitate an earlier closure.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown has announced adjusted hours and several facility closures for Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11th, as City employees observe the holiday.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Development Company (WDC) delivered its annual report to the Codington County Commissioners on Tuesday, beginning the meeting with positive news regarding a major local development project. Before the formal presentation of the annual report by WDC Executive Director Chris Clifton, it was announced that the State of South Dakota is preliminarily set to grant $400,000 for the Calvin Industrial Park Load Station Project.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City Council unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Codington County for an agreement on shared road maintenance. This formal agreement clearly defines the financial and operational responsibilities for the upkeep of "Joint-jurisdictional Roads".

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council has given its official support to two separate multifamily housing projects, intending to expand the community’s housing inventory.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council has unanimously approved a resolution to amend the rate schedule for users of the city's wastewater system, effective February 1, 2026.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council approved the annexation and zoning designation for the Boerger Third Addition on Monday night, officially incorporating a 26.8-acre tract south of Highway 212 and west of 41st Street Southeast into the city limits.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council approved the renewal of multiple malt beverage, wine, and liquor licenses Monday night, after previous violations involving the sale of alcohol to individuals under the age of 21.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved an amendment to the city’s personnel policy on Monday night, officially establishing a new Sick Bank Program for city employees. The measure is effective with the November 2025 payroll.