City of Milbank

06/22/2026

Reminder!!

7th Avenue and Main Street Utility & Street Reconstruction Project

The City of Milbank will soon begin the 7th Avenue and Main Street Utility and Street Reconstruction Project. This project is designed to improve aging infrastructure, address drainage concerns, enhance accessibility, and provide a safer and more reliable street system for residents.

Construction has started with tree removals. Major utility and street improvements are anticipated to be completed by October 2026. The first layer of asphalt will be installed in the fall of 2026, with the final asphalt lift scheduled for spring 2027.

Improvements include:

✔️ Replacement of aging sanitary sewer infrastructure.

✔️ Installation of new water mains, hydrants, valves, and water service connections.

✔️ Upgrades to storm sewer systems to improve drainage.

✔️ Reconstruction of streets, curb and gutter, sidewalks, and driveway approaches within the project area.

✔️Regrading and reseeding of boulevard areas.

Residents can expect temporary inconveniences during construction, including traffic detours, driveway access restrictions, construction noise, dust, and occasional short-term water shutoffs.

The contractor will work with residents to maintain access whenever possible and will provide advance notice of planned utility interruptions.

As part of the reconstruction, trees located within the public right-of-way (boulevard area) are expected to be removed due to conflicts with sidewalks, curb and gutter, and underground utilities. This work is necessary to reduce future maintenance issues and protect the new infrastructure.

The City understands construction can be disruptive and appreciates the patience and cooperation of residents throughout the project. Open communication between property owners, the contractor, engineer, and City staff will help ensure the project moves forward as smoothly as possible.

Additional project updates will be shared as construction progresses.

06/22/2026

06/20/2026

Incredible work today from our Park’s staff between games to keep the field looking nice. Come out tonight at 6pm to watch your local boys play Volga.

06/19/2026

For those who missed it. The kick off day of the second annual Heritage Classic Baseball Tournament saw W.I.N. fall to Sisseton 4-0, Groton taking down Castlewood 8-0, Volga beating Claremont 10-0, and Milbank closing it out with a win over Claremont 11-1. Come out tomorrow and enjoy a day of America’s favorite past time at your local Legion Field. The Birthplace of American Legion Baseball!!! See you tomorrow from 10am to the last game starting at 6 pm.

06/11/2026

🚛✨ Street Sweeping Update ✨🚛

Our street sweeper has been out working hard cleaning the avenues, and they are looking great!
Thank you to everyone who has helped by keeping vehicles off the streets when possible and allowing our crews room to work. Regular street sweeping helps keep our community clean, improves stormwater drainage, and enhances the appearance of our neighborhoods.

If you see the sweeper in your area, please use caution and give the operator plenty of space to work safely.

We appreciate your cooperation as we continue working to keep our city looking its best! 🌳🏡

06/11/2026

🚧 Temporary Road Closure Notice 🚧

Please be advised that 3rd Avenue between S. 1st Street and S. 2nd Street will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, June 15 at 3:00 PM and will reopen on Tuesday, June 16.

This closure is necessary to provide a safe work zone for construction equipment operating in the area.

Please plan alternate routes and use caution when traveling near the construction zone.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

06/09/2026

📢 Coming Soon: Milbank Housing Survey

Grant County Development Corporation will soon be launching the Milbank Housing Survey to gather community input on local housing needs and future opportunities within the City of Milbank.

The survey will focus on topics including:
🏠 Rental housing
🏡 Homeownership
💲 Housing affordability
👵 Senior housing
👷 Workforce housing
📈 Future residential development

Residents will soon see a survey flyer included with their City utility bills. The flyer will include a QR code and information on how to participate online at grantcountysd.com/housing.

Community feedback is important in helping identify current housing challenges and planning for future housing needs in Milbank. We encourage all residents to participate once the survey launches.

More information coming soon!

Housing Survey Housing Needs Assessment Grant County Development Corporation is conducting a housing survey focused specifically on the City of Milbank. the purpose of this survey is to better understand current and future housing needs in Milbank, including rental housing, homeownership, affordabil...

06/09/2026

7th Avenue and Main Street Utility & Street Reconstruction Project

The City of Milbank will soon begin the 7th Avenue and Main Street Utility and Street Reconstruction Project. This project is designed to improve aging infrastructure, address drainage concerns, enhance accessibility, and provide a safer and more reliable street system for residents.

Construction has started with tree removals. Major utility and street improvements are anticipated to be completed by October 2026. The first layer of asphalt will be installed in the fall of 2026, with the final asphalt lift scheduled for spring 2027.

Improvements include:

✔️ Replacement of aging sanitary sewer infrastructure.

✔️ Installation of new water mains, hydrants, valves, and water service connections.

✔️ Upgrades to storm sewer systems to improve drainage.

✔️ Reconstruction of streets, curb and gutter, sidewalks, and driveway approaches within the project area.

✔️Regrading and reseeding of boulevard areas.

Residents can expect temporary inconveniences during construction, including traffic detours, driveway access restrictions, construction noise, dust, and occasional short-term water shutoffs.

The contractor will work with residents to maintain access whenever possible and will provide advance notice of planned utility interruptions.

As part of the reconstruction, trees located within the public right-of-way (boulevard area) are expected to be removed due to conflicts with sidewalks, curb and gutter, and underground utilities. This work is necessary to reduce future maintenance issues and protect the new infrastructure.

The City understands construction can be disruptive and appreciates the patience and cooperation of residents throughout the project. Open communication between property owners, the contractor, engineer, and City staff will help ensure the project moves forward as smoothly as possible.

Additional project updates will be shared as construction progresses.