City of Alcester
Welcome to Alcester, a true small-town treasure in Union County, South Dakota. Nestled in the heart of the Midwest, our community of over 800 friendly neighbors is known for its warm hospitality and rich sense of togetherness. Conveniently located just 10 miles east of Interstate 29, Alcester is 45 miles south of Sioux Falls, SD, and 45 miles north of Sioux City, IA, making it an ideal blend of small-town charm and easy access to big-city amenities.
Explore our website for helpful resources, local events, and municipal updates. If you have any questions, we’re here to help. Welcome to Alcester!
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We know everyone is busy! So to help everyone stay up to date and involved in city happenings, we are now posting all our meetings on YouTube.
You will find our most recent meeting to the right or more can be found on our YouTube Channel below. You can also subscribe there to receive notifications when new videos are posted.
Calender
News & Announcements of hearings
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Rubble Site Open April 1, 2024, through November 30th
Click above link for hours of operation
Permit Required. Building permits may be obtained in person at the City Office during normal business hours. For questions you may call or email the finance officer.
Dog & Cat Licensing Requirement
City ordinance requires the owner or keeper of a dog or cat aged six months or older to be licensed by the city annually. License fee for spayed/neutered is $10.00 per animal and $25.00 for each animal not spayed/neutered and is due to no later than January 31st, every year. Proof of CURRENT rabies vaccine is also required.
