North Sioux City News - Issue 1

From the Mayor’s Office

We’re kicking off the first issue of our city newsletter with a message from Mayor Chris Bogenrief. In his latest North Sioux City Times column, he shares thoughts on transparency, community engagement, and upcoming priorities for North Sioux City.

Community Spotlight

Meet Julie Burhoop - architect, community advocate, and one of North Sioux City’s newly elected commissioners. Since moving here in 2004, Julie has poured her energy into making this community a better place, from serving on the City’s Planning & Zoning Committee to helping the McCook Lake Association as VP of Communications.

When she’s not tackling city challenges or working behind the scenes in her husband Craig’s business, you might find Julie reminiscing about days on the lake with her daughters or grabbing a bite at Beano & Sherry’s. To her, North Sioux City isn’t just a place - it’s home. As commissioner, she’s committed to helping make our community whole again.

Know someone who's making a positive difference in North Sioux City? Whether it’s a neighbor, local volunteer, business owner, or city staff member, we’d love to highlight them in a future issue. Send your nomination to [email protected] with a few sentences about who they are and why they should be featured!

Flood Recovery Updates

🚧 Penrose Drive Reconstruction Underway: Construction on Penrose Drive began June 9, with pavement removals and earthwork kicking off the multi-phase project. Work will continue through early August, with regular updates shared online throughout the process. FULL SCHEDULE & UPDATES →

🏠 Homeowner Recovery Fund: We know how deeply this flood has affected our community, especially those who lost their homes. Work is happening behind the scenes to launch our Homeowner Recovery Fund. The fund will be rolled out in phases as soon as possible to support those impacted. We’re committed to doing all we can to help our neighbors move forward, and we’ll share more details as they become available.

🌊 McCook Lake Cleanup Update: The South Dakota Game, Fish, & Parks (SDGFP) cleanup project is currently underway. The first sediment peninsula has been removed, and work is wrapping up on the second. Crews have also begun collecting debris from the water. The McCook Lake Association has started marking additional debris to support future cleanup efforts.

Library Corner

Summer Reading Is On! The 2025 Summer Reading Program at the North Sioux City Community Library is officially underway and runs through July 26. The fun kicked off with a great community celebration and color fun run, but there's still so much more ahead! This all-ages program offers reading challenges, prize opportunities, and a packed schedule of events like preschool story time, adult book clubs, walk-in crafts, LEGO building, Zoo Mobile visits, and money-smart classes for kids.

Whether you’re an avid reader or just curious, now’s the perfect time to stop by the library (601 River Dr) and get involved! FOLLOW THE LIBRARY ON FACEBOOK →

Community Reminders

🌩️ Be Weather Aware: Severe weather can strike quickly, especially during the summer months. From strong winds and hail to flash flooding and tornadoes, staying alert is key to staying safe. Now’s a great time to check your family’s emergency plan, locate your safe shelter spot, and make sure you’re receiving timely alerts.

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Inside Economic Development

Did you know? The North Sioux City Economic Development Corporation (NSCEDC) is a non-profit organization working to strengthen our local economy by supporting existing businesses, attracting new opportunities, and encouraging strategic growth that benefits residents. Their efforts also include advancing workforce housing, improving infrastructure, and enhancing quality of life in our area.

While flood recovery remains a critical focus for the City, the NSCEDC is also working alongside other efforts to help guide North Sioux City’s long-term vision. You can support that planning by taking a few minutes to complete the Comprehensive Plan Survey. TAKE THE SURVEY BEFORE JUNE 13 →

What’s Ahead: Upcoming Events & Meetings 

• June 13: Ladies Hike (5PM) - Adams Nature Area

• June 16: Inside the Hive: The Life of a Honey Bee - Presentation (12PM) - Adams Nature Area

• June 16: City Commission Meeting (6:00pm) – Stream live on YouTube or watch the recording HERE

• June 20: Little Naturalist Program - Plants (10AM) - Adams Nature Area

• June 28: City-Wide Rummage (9AM-1PM) - Sponsored by ARK United Methodist Church - Text 712-574-4734 to register ($5 to be put on map, $10 for a table space at the church - 120 Gateway Dr)

• June 28: One Year, One Community Event (4-9PM) - Union County Long-Term Recovery Group at Park Jefferson Speedway - Click HERE for more info.

• North Sioux City Community Library Events - Click HERE to see the many events they have going on this summer! 

• ROCS Food Pantry: Mon & Wed 2:30-4:30, Fri 12-2PM - 504 River Dr

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Thanks for Reading!

We hope you enjoyed the very first issue of North Sioux City News! This newsletter is just one more way we’re working to keep you informed, connected, and proud to call North Sioux City home. We’d love to hear what you think: what you liked, what we could improve, or what you'd like to see in future issues. Just hit reply to this email to share your thoughts.

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