Elevate Rapid City is committed to promoting business and quality in western South Dakota through a targeted spotlight on jobs, infrastructure, and overall quality of life in and around the Black Hills region and Rapid City metro area. Together, we strive to embrace the heart and soul of our community through diversified growth and strong professional opportunities advocating the strengths of the Black Hills.

Key dates to know:

2025 Rapid City Municipal and School Board Election - June 3, 2025

  • Early/Absentee Voting begins: May 19
    • In Office voting at Pennington County Admin Building Monday - Thursday 7 am - 6 pm
  • Voter Registration Deadline: May 19

CLICK HERE to view your sample ballot, request an absentee ballot, or register to vote.

Questions about the Rapid City Election

Who are the candidates running?

For Rapid City Common Council:

Ward 1:

  • Lawrence Adams
  • Stephen Tamang

No race in wards 2 or 3.

Ward 4:

  • Lance Lehmann
  • Eltina Three Stars

Ward 5:

  • Pat Roseland
  • Callie Meyer

Rapid City Area School Board

Area 3:

  • Michael Birkeland
  • Angela Bradsky Rafferty

Area 6:

  • Jamie Clapham
  • Brian Johnson
How do I vote early?
  • Vote by Mail:  Request a ballot by mail by completing this form: Absentee Ballot Application Form. Mail the ballot to Pennington County Auditor, PO Box 6160 Rapid City, SD 57709.

  • You may drop your ballot off in person by returning the ballot to the County Administration Building, 130 Kansas City Street and dropping your ballot into the ballot box in the Auditor's Office.

What time are the polls open?

On election day, June 3, 2025, Rapid City polling locations will be open 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

 

 

2024 SD Election

Voter Guide

In addition to voting for candidates at the Federal level, you will also have the opportunity to elect South Dakota state representatives. One senator and two representatives from each district serve as citizen legislators in Pierre. Elevate Rapid City contacted candidates to ask about their campaign platform, policy priorities, and how they plan to support and improve local business economic development. The 2024 Voter Guide also provides information on the ballot issues South Dakota voters will make decisions on. Elevate Rapid City made two recommendations. Click to download the guide and use it to assist your decision making on November 5.

Download Voter Guide

Voter Guide