Meeting with the Mayor

Mayor Jason Salamun joins Murdoc for a Labor Day weekend edition of Meeting with the Mayor, reflecting on family, making memories and the end of another Rapid City summer before diving into what’s happening around town. They discuss the city’s partnership with Dakota Biochar to turn wood waste from last winter’s massive windstorm into a useful product while freeing up valuable landfill space. Salamun also shares a major milestone for the new sports complex after officially signing the paperwork for the project’s land. Plus, they talk about the groundbreaking research happening at the Sanford Underground Research Facility, remember former legislator and community leader David Lust following his selection to the South Dakota Hall of Fame, preview potential improvements at Storybook Island, and discuss progress toward bringing an Indigenous-focused medical school to Rapid City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayor Jason Salamun joins Amy Rose to share a major update on Rapid City’s first Chick-fil-A, with the La Crosse Street location now ahead of schedule and expected to open in November. They discuss the city’s ongoing efforts to attract businesses like Costco and the long process behind bringing new retailers to Rapid City. Salamun also highlights progress on the regional sports complex after the fifth and final agreement was signed and construction officially kicked off. The conversation turns to Rapid City’s growing east side, where a new police precinct, Fire Station 9 and community park are moving forward on Homestead Street, along with 21 new positions planned to support the fire station. They also discuss the city’s $65 million investment in streets over the next two years, expanded mill and overlay work, pothole repairs, weekly recycling service and the everyday concerns Rapid City residents bring to the mayor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayor Jason Salamun joins Murdoc to discuss a busy week of growth and investment across Rapid City, from the kickoff of the Central States Fair to new parks, playgrounds and expanding soccer facilities. Mayor Salamun shares a major milestone for the regional sports complex, with more than $66 million secured and the naming rights partnership with Sanford Health officially approved. They also check in on Rapid City’s two Chick-fil-A locations, which could open sooner than previously expected, and discuss conversations among South Dakota mayors about data centers and economic development. The conversation also covers prison and jail overcrowding, public safety cameras and data privacy, and efforts through Safe South Dakota to address statewide criminal justice challenges. Plus, Salamun highlights his proposed city budget, which would make the largest investment in Rapid City roads in the city’s history.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayor Jason Salamun joins Murdoc to recap the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and its impact on Rapid City, from downtown visitors and tourism dollars to public safety concerns across the region. They discuss the recent gunfire incident on Skyline Drive and the quick work by investigators to identify those involved, along with a proposed reasonable accommodations ordinance addressing group homes in Rapid City neighborhoods. Mayor Salamun also reflects on the life and legacy of longtime community leader Stan Adelstein and recognizes retiring Post 22 General Manager Wayne Sullivan for his decades of service to local youth. They also look ahead to the Central States Fair, discuss the search for a new Parks and Recreation director, welcome a new class of Rapid City teachers, and provide an update on the regional sports complex, including proposed naming rights for Sanford Health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayor Jason Salamun joins Murdoc to discuss the announcement of Sanford Health as the naming rights partner for Rapid City's new regional sports complex, marking another major milestone as the project moves toward construction. They also cover proposed regulations on large data centers, including protections for water resources and neighborhood impacts, plus updates on the city's 2027 budget with historic investments in roads and infrastructure. The conversation highlights the new Rapid City Impact Fund, celebrates Post 22's state baseball championship, previews an upcoming sports complex community forum, and ends with Mayor Salamun sharing when he expects to announce whether he'll seek reelection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayor Jason Salamun joins Murdoc to discuss the aftermath of South Dakota's Republican gubernatorial runoff, explaining why he chose not to endorse a candidate while emphasizing the importance of working with whoever voters elect. They also share the latest on Rapid City's regional sports complex, including upcoming naming rights, construction milestones, and the economic impact expected from year round tournaments. The conversation covers the upcoming school bond election, a recent cybersecurity incident involving the city's wastewater system, preparations for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, and why Rapid City continues to see strong growth and investment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amy Rose fills in as guest host for Murdoc as Mayor Jason Salamun discusses Rapid City’s proposed 2027 budget, including the largest investment in roads and infrastructure in city history, no recommended property tax increase, and how strong sales tax revenue is helping fund public safety, parks, and quality of life projects. They also clear up questions surrounding Flock cameras and privacy, discuss the ongoing impacts of the Pennington County cyberattack, celebrate new community investments like Natural Grocers and Monument Health’s Children's expansion, and preview the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally with a look at city preparations, favorite concerts, and why the rally remains one of the Black Hills’ biggest traditions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayor Jason Salamun joins Murdoc to discuss Rapid City’s upcoming budget, highlighting major investments in roads and infrastructure, a conservative spending plan, and how strong sales tax revenue is helping fund community priorities. They also provide a major update on the city's regional sports complex, including land donations, construction timelines, funding partnerships, and the long term economic impact expected around Mall Drive. The conversation also covers efforts to improve conditions at Star Village, new businesses coming to Rapid City like Natural Grocers and an Airstream dealership, a call for a future roller skating rink, and the mayor addresses rumors surrounding Flock cameras and privacy concerns in the city. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayor Jason Salamun joins Murdoc to reflect on Rapid City’s America 250 celebrations, from the Real America Birthday Bash and community parade to the fireworks, drone show, live music, and patriotic spirit felt throughout the Black Hills. They discuss the community partnerships that brought the celebration together, Mayor Salamun’s experience at Mount Rushmore during the presidential visit, and the special America 250 challenge coin presented to Murdoc. They also highlight military appreciation efforts, the B-21 expansion at Ellsworth Air Force Base, upcoming sports complex agreements, and new developments coming to Rapid City, including Natural Grocers and Chick-fil-A. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayor Jason Salamun joins Murdoc to discuss the push for a South Dakota gubernatorial debate in Rapid City, the importance of voter engagement, and recent community efforts in Star Village. They also reflect on the tragic loss of longtime fairgrounds employee Paul Harter, recognize the law enforcement response, and preview Rapid City's America 250 celebrations, including parades, fireworks, drone shows, and the Real America Birthday Bash. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this edpisode of Meeting with the Mayor, guest host Amy Rose sits down with Mayor Jason Salamun for a thoughtful conversation on National Donut Day debates and Summer Nights to major city updates and Independence Day celebrations. Mayor Salamun discusses the appointment of Rapid City’s new City Attorney, the city's effort to fill more than 4,300 potholes in a single month, and what residents can expect from upcoming street improvement plans.The conversation also dives into Rapid City’s America 250 celebrations, including the Real America Birthday Bash, the city's first-ever drone show, live music, parades, fireworks, and community events planned throughout the July 4 holiday. Plus, Mayor Salamun reflects on recent election results, voter turnout, key runoff races, public safety priorities, and the importance of local government collaboration across South Dakota. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Meeting with the Mayor, Murdoc sits down with Mayor Jason Salamun to talk about the final days before Election Day and why getting out to vote matters. They discuss the return of Summer Nights, community spirit in downtown Rapid City, the city's 150th anniversary time capsule, America 250 celebrations, and the massive community support behind upcoming events. Plus, hear the story of Mayor Salamun and Governor Larry Rhoden racing down an inflatable slide, updates on the Sports Complex and tourism investment, downtown improvements, and the selection of Rapid City's next City Attorney. It's a conversation full of local pride, community building, and a look at what's ahead for Rapid City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to your Meeting with the Mayor, This week Murdoc sits down with mayor Jason Salamun and chat about all things Garth Brooks, sports complex, funding the complex, tourism and taxes, upcoming election, get out and vote, time capsule, community photo, old tv cartoons, America 250 and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

And were back with your Meeting with the Mayor! This week Murdoc sits down with Mayor Jason Salamun to talk about all things general consolate, 4th of July, bomb threats, special olympics, city attorney, sports complex updates, time capsule burial, time capsule photo, parole reform, four more years(?), summer kick off, America 250 and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Your Meeting with the Mayor, Mayor Jason Solomon joins us to talk about Arbor Day, school projects, Cleanup Week, and the latest updates on Rapid City’s America 250 celebration. The mayor also weighs in on South Dakota’s parole system, recent public safety concerns, the governor’s debate, and what leadership looks like once campaign season meets real-world governing. Plus, yes, we talk about the mayor’s new shaved-head look. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on meeting with the mayor Murdoc sits down with Mayor Jason Salamun and chat about all things WWE in Vegas, Dinosaur signs, parole, chicken updates, chicken joy, graffiti, alpacas, hippo task force, zoo's and more!RCgov.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back! Each week Murdoc Sits down with Mayor Jason Salamun and chat about topical issues around Rapid City and western South Dakota. This week we dive into modern country music, public saftey, substance abuse, poorer counties, dinosaur park signs, Parole system failures, opioid settlement funding, Care Campus expansion, defense institute, Ellsworth B-21 growth and local elections.https://thehomeslicegroup.com/audio/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to meeting with the mayor! This week guest host Amy Rose sits down with Mayor Jason Salamun and chats about good Friday, the story of Easter, Abraham sacrificing his son, hope for Sunday morning and the grace of God. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ON THIS EPISODE:AIRPORT SIGNING NEW BUS IN RAPID CITYLISTENER QUESTION: WILDFIRE MITIGATION RC CLEAUP WEEK UPCOMINGAMERICA 250 FESTIVAL JULY 1-4OPIOID SETTLEMENT UPDATEJUNE 2ND ELECTION, ALL WARDS CONTESTED Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode: Chuck Norris FiresSummer NightsAirport Funding Bill Next Week Chicken Ordinance Is Coming Nerdy Nuts Documentary About Cody Two Bulls (Congressional Medal Of Honor) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week Murdoc and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about newspaper refund, summer nights, airport funding, opioid settlement dollars, Custer wildfire, redneck wedding, love connection, newlywed game, favorite movies, backyard hens, public feedback, sports complex and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week Amy Rose and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about Mayor's pet chinchilla, lack of moisture, fire preparations, time capsule, What was in the time capsule, photo for time capsule, Jason Salamun facebook page, B1's, flight simulators, Salamun in Pierre, property tax relief, airport expansion bill, addiction treatment funding, addiction resources and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week Murdoc and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about time capsule day, some stuff going into the time capsule, Rapid City Thrillers, founders day, photo op, Mayor joins Black Hills Symphony Orchestra, Lincolns Portrait, polar plunge, scouting breakfast, Medora, Black Hills Forum, One Heart, fire station 1, sports complex updates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week guest host Amy and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about Chick-Fil-A, potholes, new grocery store, polar plunge, Special Olympics, tough love, airport expansion, time capsule, Rapid 150, time capsule burial, community photo, Lincoln portrait and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week guest host Amy and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about Friday the 13th, lord of the rings, favorite movies, whats next for the mayor, Jasons goal list, purpose, airport expansions, data canters, cyber bullies, social media addiction and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week Murdoc and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about Murdoc being back, physical media, rock docs, pro football hall of fame, NFL all time score leaders, Darrell Shoemaker, 30 year high school reunion, Mayors high school experience, seat belts, newspaper, manhunt ended, thank you to first responders, stock show and 150th birthday for rapid city. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week we welcome Amy as a special guest host and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about listeners, stock show, the mayors wife, goat showing, zombie apocalypse skills, being prepared, red dead redemption, video games, central states fair, rodeos, growing up, sports complex, future plans for Rapid City, citizens arrest podcast, special olympics and MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week we welcome Stitch as a special guest host and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about cold weather, TIF vote results, sports complex, cow pasture future, BHE powerplant, complex timelines, Mt Rushmore road, backyard hens and MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week Murdoc and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about State of the State, Ellsworth, national security, time capsule, backyard hens, elections, goose feeding, police meetings, get out and VOTE and MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week Murdoc and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about election day open forums, Y2K, TIF misinformation, voter turnouts, meeting of the Mayors, school district meetings and MORE!TIF forum Tuedsay Jan 13th 6pm @ Surbeck Center611 Surbeck Ln, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week Murdoc and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about wind storm, insurance issues, shopping local, lines at stores, how Salamun navigated the storm, gas station alcohol sales, library funding, LNI, early voting and new voting location. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week Murdoc and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about snowy days, Elevate mixer, navigating mixers, toy drives, shopping local this season, Lakota National Invitational, liquor licenses and short term rentals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Meeting With The Mayor! This week Murdoc and Mayor Jason Salamun sit down and chat about wresting, SWOT analysis, Jan 20th, catalyst district, destination district, shared infrastructure, momentum, Rushmore crossing and getting out to vote! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back again! This week Murdoc and Mayor Salamun sit down and chat about all things Sanford Medical Campus, healthcare, smart growth, election races, turkey pardon, local christmas festivities, library funding, city budgets, conflict resolution and more! No episode next week. Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back again! This week Murdoc and Mayor Salamun sit down and chat about all things Love Connection, power outage, traffic problems, Pentatonix, Veterans Day, food drive, fire station ribbon cutting and lawsuits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special episode with our lovley guest host Amy Rose sitting down with Mayor Jason Salamun. This week is all about Food Drive, Feeding SD, food prepping, utility relief program, RC & families, new developments, opportunity, Air Force, Veterans Day and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back again! This week Murdoc and Mayor Salamun sit down and chat about all things Halloween candy, SNAP news, Pack the Pantry, Coke-a-cola plant, red ribbon week, Minneluzahan, law enforcement appreciation, road trips, Kadoka gizzards, buffalo plains recovery and school visits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back! This special episode is hosted by the one and only Brandon Jones along with Mayor Jason Salamun. Plug in as we chat about airport loan payments, the importance of airports, elementary schools, SD Government, families and children, road conditions, building roads, the sports complex as well as destination district. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back again! This week Murdoc and Mayor Salamun sit down and chat about all things TIF history, parks master plan, chili cook-off's, bridge replacements, coffee with the planners, railroad roads, effects of government shutdown, opioid settlement money, west river treatment centers, Coolidge and Black Hills Works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back again! This week Murdoc and Mayor Salamun sit down and chat about all things pow-wow, Ma Cualli, RC resteraunts, city website updates, musical garden grand opening, Libby app, destination district, sales taxes, fish mystery, memorial pond update and bandshell update. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back again! This week Murdoc and Mayor Salamun sit down and chat about all things buffalo round-up, public utilities hires, utility bills, landfills, coupons, TIF signatures, destination district, sales tax and agreeing to disagree. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special episode this week Amy Rose hosts Darryl Shoemaker the Public Information Officer for Rapid City where we find out all about current events happening in Rapid City, some history behind Rapid City, 150 founders day, diaper drive, shop with a cop, snow plow names, bus art and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back again! This week Murdoc and Mayor Salamun sit down and chat about all things Sioux Falls food, RC restaurants, diaper drive, suicide prevention month, SD Mines inauguration, Special Olympics, TIF districts, Conservativism, economic development, destination district and the sports complex. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Special episode this week Brandon Jones hosts Daniel Ainslie the Director of Finance for Rapid City where we find out all about the liberty land development and its impact on the RC community as well as learning what a TIF is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Murdoc and Mayor Salamun sit down and talk all things opioid settlement funds, labor day recaps, TIF's passing, liberty land, project catalyst, IMAX announcement, budget talk, first responder appreciation, Growth vs. anti-growth and Rapid City peace and prosperity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Murdoc and Mayor Salamun sit down and talk all things opioid settlement funds, crime and substance abuse, meeting of the mayors, property taxes, budget hearings, roundtable meetings, what tif's are, RC's future developments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s Meeting with the Mayor, Rapid City Mayor Jason Solomon joins Murdoch to cover a packed agenda. From planning South Dakota’s role in America’s 250th birthday celebrations and Rapid City’s own 150th anniversary, to the future of the Chapel Valley Bridge and Black Hills Energy’s major $280 million project, there’s plenty to unpack. The mayor also shares memories of the Central States Fair, updates on the new women’s prison, and what’s ahead as he meets with other South Dakota mayors to tackle shared challenges like property tax relief. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Murdoc and Mayor Salamun sit down and chat about rally memories, Harley sales, mandates, sports complex, new teachers, RC community, casual clothes, new superintendent, re-organizations, public works job and tiff talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week is all about Chicken sandwich watch, Abandoned diners, Blighted areas, East Rapid Annexation, Buffalo Chip Flag Ceremonies, Mike Diedrich funeral, Change of command ceremonies, Budget talk, SWOT analysis, Elementary school developments and Property taxes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on your Meeting with the Mayor we remember the late great Mike Diedrich, Salamun shares some memories of Diedrich, Rhoden visits Rapid, Liberty Land funding, Jail expansion and budget as well as some school development plans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.