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1. Where do I purchase a burial site?
2. What is the fee to open and close a burial site?
3. Where are the records of burials kept?
4. How do I purchase a headstone or monument?
5. Why are the headstones discolored?
6. Who conducts the burials?
7. Will a burial site settle and who will fix this?
8. Are pets allowed to be buried in the cemetery?
9. Can I plant a tree or large bush next to my loved one?
10. Can I plant flowers and small bushes next to my loved one?
11. How long may I leave flowers at the graveside?
12. Where is the cemetery located and what hours may I visit?

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1. When will the transition occur?
2. How will the well water be removed from the system?
3. How long will it take for treated water to reach my house?
4. How will water quality be affected during the transition from well water to treated water?
5. What is the quality of the treated river water?
6. Are Chloramines safe?
7. What monitoring will occur to ensure my water is safe to drink?
8. Will the treated water impact my pet fish?
9. How will the treated water quality impact my home or business?
10. Can I continue to use my water softener?
11. Will the transition flushing that flushes the old water from the system be similar to the Fall/Winter 2021 flushing program?
12. Do I need to adjust or replace my water heater?
13. Who do I contact for more information?

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1. How much more per gallon will the development of the Drinking Water Treatment Facility cost me?
2. How much is my water bill increasing because of the Drinking Water Treatment Facility development?
3. How do the expected “new” rates compare to Mid Dakota, Mni Wiconi?
4. How much money will the city have to put into its existing wells or new wells to ensure a stable water source over the next 30 years / the estimated life of the water treatment plant?

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1. Why doesn't Pierre just tie into Mid-Dakota's water system?
2. Is it still possible to get treated water from Mid-Dakota that already has a treatment plant north of town?
3. How long before our current process of treating drinking water is ineffective?
4. How long will it take for treated water to flow to my faucet?
5. What chemicals are added to the current drinking water? (Fluoride, chlorine ect….)
6. I’ve heard that manganese is a potential health concern. What is our current concentrations vs treated concentrations of manganese?
7. How much park land is taken up by the Drinking Water Treatment Facility?

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1. When the Drinking Water Treatment Facility in Pierre is complete, how much will my water improve?
2. When the Drinking Water Treatment Facility is built in Pierre is complete, will the City's water quality be similar to the water produced by Mid-Dakota or Mni Wicon?i?
3. How does Pierre's current water quality compare to Mid-Dakota or Mni Wiconi water quality?
4. When the Drinking Water Treatment Facility in Pierre is complete, will drinking water remain clear year round?
5. If the City does not build a drinking water treatment facility, will the quality of our current water source remain stable or will the quality deteriorate?
6. Why does Pierre water turn sidewalks, appliances and fixtures a dark color?
7. Will the development of the Drinking Water Treatment Facility prevent the water from staining?
8. Will the Drinking Water Treatment Facility damage my current plumbing?

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1. How do I file a claim?
2. How do I obtain a claim form?
3. How long do I have to file a claim?
4. What if time has expired since the incident occurred?
5. What should I attach to the claim?
6. Can I have the repairs done or do I have to wait for the investigation to be concluded?
7. Once I file a claim, what happens next?
8. What do I do if my claim is denied?

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1. How much does the pool project cost?
2. Will ongoing operating costs be different from the old pool?

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1. What features are included in the pool design?
2. How big is the new pool compared to the old pool?
3. Does the new pool design include a heated pool?
4. Does the pool design have traditional swim lanes?

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1. Where will the new pool be located?
2. What is the timeline for this project?
3. Who developed the new pool design?
4. What is the background of the pool consultant, Burbach Aquatics, Inc.?
5. Does the site meet all municipal, state, and federal requirements, e.g. flood plain?
6. How does the pool compare with those of other South Dakota communities?
7. Is Fort Pierre part of the project?

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1. Will Pierre be without an outdoor pool during construction?
2. Who will own and operate the new outdoor pool facility?
3. How much will admission be?
4. How long is the new pool expected to last?
5. Will the pool and concrete surface be stained by Pierre’s hard water?

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1. Can I get a Pierre Police Department patch for my collection?
2. Where is the Jail and Juvenile Shelter, and what are their phone numbers?
3. When should I call 911?
4. I use TDD / TTY Equipment, can I call 911?
5. What will I be asked when I call 911?
6. What if I dial 911 accidentally?
7. When and where can I have a warning ticket approved?
8. When and where can I register my bicycle?
9. When do I have to report a traffic collision?
10. Who is at fault when a traffic collision occurs?
11. There is a police car parked in the middle of the street with its red lights flashing, but there is no officer present. Can I drive around the police car?
12. My child is 16 years old and has a restricted permit. Can my child operate a vehicle between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. with their restricted permit?
13. Do I need to have a driver’s license to operate my moped or all-terrain vehicle?
14. Do I have to display license plates on my moped or all-terrain vehicle?
15. If I am older than 18, do I have to wear a helmet if the passenger riding with me on my motorcycle is under the age of 18?
16. Who do I call if I think the storm siren nearest my residence is not sounding when it should be?
17. Where can I obtain road conditions?

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1. Where can I take my yard waste?
2. What can I do with my old freezer or refrigerator to the Solid Waste Facility?