Governor Noem Asks for Bankers Support of County Zoning Bill
Bankers from across the state gathered in Pierre yesterday to network with each other, state legislators and constitutional officers at the SDBA's State Legislative Day. The annual event is an opportunity to stay up-to-date on both state and federal legislation which could affect the banking industry and make sure our industry is heard.
While addressing attendees, Gov. Kristi Noem asked for the banking industry's support of Senate Bill 157. Introduced by the State Affairs Committee at the Governor's request, the bill would revise certain provisions regarding the county zoning and appeals process.
Noem said the bill sets up the structure and skeleton for how county zoning and appeals proceedings are handled, but does not take away local control or the ability for counties to set their own criteria.
"I want you to know my reason for bringing this bill. We have got to grow our economy in South Dakota. We have had a good 10-year period where we have not been growing," Gov. Noem said.
"We need to make sure that every corner of our state has the opportunity to keep their small towns going, their main street businesses going, that their farmers and ranchers can keep their kids and grandkids on their operations. You do that and you create a business environment by having it be fair."
Earlier in the day, the SDBA Legislative Committee agreed that the SDBA will support bill. Read the bill. Be watching for more information on the bill in SDBA President Curt Everson's Legislative Update on Friday.