S.D. Codified Laws § 12-2-6
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Combined elections of governmental subdivisions
Official statutory text
The members of the governing body of any governmental subdivision may choose to hold their election in conjunction with any other governmental subdivision's election if the statutory dates for the election coincide. The combined election is subject to approval by all of the governing bodies involved in the combined election. Expenses of a combined election shall be shared in a manner agreed upon by the governing bodies involved in the combined election. All other governmental statutory responsibilities associated with the election shall be shared as agreed upon by the governing bodies.
Source: SL 1996, ch 60, § 7; SDCL 9-13-39.
Source: SL 1996, ch 60, § 7; SDCL 9-13-39.
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