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Wastewater Rate Increase Approved to Fund Major Infrastructure Project
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.

Steve Jurrens
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Watertown Annexes and Zones 27-Acre Property for Highway Commercial Use
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.

Steve Jurrens
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Watertown Council Supports Liquor License Renewals, Highlights Community Efforts to Combat Underage Sales
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.

Steve Jurrens
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Watertown City Council Moves to Regulate Hemp-Derived THC Products
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council began the process of establishing local regulations for the sale and possession of hemp-derived THC products Monday night, holding the first reading of a new ordinance to amend Title 13, Chapter 13.02 of the city code.

Steve Jurrens
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City Council Reviews Rezone Request to Expand West Kemp Commercial Use
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council conducted the first reading of an ordinance Monday night proposing a zoning map amendment for property located on West Kemp Avenue. The request seeks to change a portion of the parcel, to be known as the Innovative Adjusters Addition, from R2A Single-Family Attached Residential to C3 Highway Commercial District.

Steve Jurrens
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City Council Reviews 2026 Budget, Emphasizing Fiscal Flexibility and Accountability
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council formally introduced the proposed 2026 City Budget Ordinance on Monday night, marking the first of two readings. The discussion, led by City Manager Alan Stager, highlighted a philosophy of fiscal planning, accountability, and the need for ongoing budget flexibility in a changing economy…

Steve Jurrens
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Watertown City Council Moves to Ban THC Product Sales to Anyone Under 21, Setting State Precedent
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously directed City staff to prepare a focused ordinance that will prohibit the sale, purchase, and possession of psychoactive, hemp-derived products to individuals under the age of 21.

Steve Jurrens
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