STURGIS, S.D. – A Sturgis city official is pushing for stricter verification of property tax payments before liquor licenses are renewed.
During Monday’s City Council meeting, Mayor Rod Bradley said businesses seeking renewal of liquor, malt beverage, and wine licenses should be required to provide proof that their property taxes have been paid.
State law requires property taxes to be current before alcohol license renewals can be approved. Chief Deputy Finance Officer Robin Korth told the council that property tax payments had been verified for all but one of the 29 licenses up for renewal.
Korth said the Iron Horse Saloon reported that its property taxes had been paid, but the payment had not yet been confirmed with the county treasurer’s office.
City officials say the additional documentation could help ensure all license holders meet state requirements before their renewals are approved.
