Rapid City News Room (490 items)
The City is seeking applicants for both the Airport Board and Public Parking Advisory Board. Here are details to both: AIRPORT BOARD Citizen Interest Applications accepted through August 28 The City is seeking to fill one (1) vacancy on the Airport Board of Directors. Applicants must be residents of Rapid…
RAPID CITY, SD--The remote yard waste site will remain open at the Floyd Fitzgerald Stadium location as renovations begin. This includes the yard waste containers and the recyclable containers. Solid Waste officials indicate the containers may move to another location on the same parking lot campus at some point…
Executive Proclamation Rapid City, South Dakota Office of the Mayor WHEREAS, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed on July 26, 1990 to ensure the civil rights of citizens with disabilities; and WHEREAS, Rapid City, South Dakota affirms the principals of equality and inclusion for persons with disabilities…
RAPID CITY, SD--Sunday marks the 30th anniversary since the signing of the landmark legislation entitled Americans With Disabilities Act, commonly referred to as the ADA. Upon this weekend's anniversary, officials are reflecting on the City's commitment to removing physical and attitudinal barriers affecting people with disabilities in the community. …
RAPID CITY, SD--Visitors to the Mt. View-Mt. Calvary Cemeteries in Rapid City may see a stone pillar-like structure emerging from the grounds on the western edge of the cemetery campus. Constructed last year, the Niche-Ely Ossuarium provides a final resting place for cremated remains and a low-cost alternative for…
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July 16, 2020
Rapid Transit System To Resume Regular Weekday Operations; Saturday Services Remain Suspended
RAPID TRANSIT SYSTEM TO RESUME REGULAR MONDAY-FRIDAY OPERATIONS Saturday transit services remain suspended RAPID CITY, SD--RapidRide and Dial-a-Ride transportation operations are scheduled to resume regular weekday services effective Monday, according to Rapid Transit System (RTS) officials. Starting Monday, RapidRide will resume Monday-Friday routes from 6:20 a.m. to 5:50 p.m.…
July 09, 2020
City Sees Positive Spike In Building Permits & Activity
Second-highest # of June permits issued since 2000; Roofing permits soar RAPID CITY, SD--The City's Building Services Division issued 595 building permits last month, the second-highest total for issuance of permits in the month of June since 2000. The total is considerably higher than the 343 permits issued in June…
RAPID CITY, SD--The public is invited to participate in an on-line public information meeting as area officials seek input on the Draft Metropolitan Transportation Plan and Bike/Pedestrian Plan. The online meeting is presented by the Rapid City Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (RCAMPO). The public can review the plan and…
RAPID CITY, SD--With recent hail storms, the City's Building Services Division is reminding homeowners to do their homework regarding roof repairs. The City issued an advisory last month regarding the importance of checking credentials of individuals and companies contacting homeowners about roof repairs. By mid-June, the City had received…
STATE DENR RECOGNIZES CITY FOR WATER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT/MAINTENANCE City has met Drinking Water regulations and state regulations for 17 years RAPID CITY, SD--The State of South Dakota has recognized the City of Rapid City's public water system and the system's operation specialists for excellence in water system management and maintenance.…