City of Brookings - File #: ORD 26-025

• File #: ORD 26-025
• Version: 2
• Type: Ordinance
• Status: Second Reading
• File created: 8/5/2026
• In control: City Council
• On agenda: 9/8/2026
• Title: Second Reading and Action on Ordinance 26-025, an Ordinance pertaining to Lost, Unclaimed, or Abandoned Property in the City of Brookings, South Dakota.

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result
8/25/2026	1	City Council

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Second Reading and Action on Ordinance 26-025, an Ordinance pertaining to Lost, Unclaimed, or Abandoned Property in the City of Brookings, South Dakota.

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Summary and Recommended Action:

This ordinance establishes a clear and consistent process for the Brookings Police Department to manage lost, unclaimed, and abandoned property. It defines notification requirements, holding periods, and procedures for the donation, sale, or disposal of unclaimed property, ensuring items are handled responsibly while reducing the need to indefinitely store property that is no longer claimed.

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