Meeting with the Mayor

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. 

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.