Commission meetings canceled on May 5 and 19 

In response to COVID-19 related concerns, non-essential Minnehaha County building closures to the public are extended through Sunday, May 31. A re-opening decision will be re-evaluated at the end of May, based on conditions at that time. Commission meetings on Tuesday, May 5 and Tuesday, May 19 are also canceled. Business with the County can still be conducted online, by mail and at remote locations depending on the specific business transaction. Property tax payments can be made by mail, phone, through the county website, and by placing payment in the drop box at the west facing central doors of the County Administration Building. 

Business that can be conducted online 

1. Motor Vehicle Renewal (license plate tags) 

2. Property Tax Payment 

3. Application for Owner Occupied status 

Business that can be conducted by mail 

1. Any transaction in the list above 

2. Title Transfers 

3. Document Recording 

4. Vital Records Requests 

5. Voter Registration Form 

6. Absentee Voting Requests 

Business that can be conducted at remote locations 

• License plate tag renewal can also be conducted at kiosks, operated by the State of South Dakota, at the following locations: 

• Hy Vee at 4101 S. Louise Avenue in Sioux Falls 

• Get-N-Go at 5400 E. Arrowhead Parkway in Sioux Falls 

The Human Services department encourages individuals to conduct as much business online as possible including any application for assistance. Completed applications should be submitted by email. If email is unavailable, a drop box is available for submission of requested documentation to complete process. 

Please continue to monitor the Human Services website for updated information. The Human Services department continues operation with screened access during normal business hours. Residents are encouraged to call ahead with any questions about process. 

Court operations at the Minnehaha County Courthouse remain open per the Presiding Judge and South Dakota Supreme Court Chief Justice.