City of Canistota, South Dakota

06/12/2026

Just a quick reminder about wildlife and trapping within city limits.

Every so often, we get calls about raccoons, skunks, possums, muskrats, woodchucks, feral cats, and other critters making themselves at home around town. When needed, the Maintenance Department uses live traps to safely relocate animals outside of town. We also work with local farmers to help manage the feral cat population.

A reminder that residents are not allowed to set traps within city limits unless specifically permitted by City ordinance. Under no circumstances are foot traps allowed.

If you're having issues with a wild or domesticated animal, please reach out. We may be able to help, and we also have live traps available to borrow.

Thanks for helping us keep Canistota safe for both people and animals. 🐾

06/09/2026

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🏊‍♀️ Group swimming lessons start June 15!

Help your kids build confidence in the water, improve their swimming skills, and learn important water safety techniques.

📅 June 15–26 (Monday–Thursday)
💲 $25 per child
📞 Contact the city to register

06/09/2026

Coming Soon: The Canistota Community Library! 📚

We're excited to announce that a new community library is coming to Canistota this July, and we'd love your help filling the shelves.

We are currently accepting donations of gently used books for both children and adults, helping build a resource the entire community can enjoy!

📖 Donation Guidelines:
• Books should be in good condition
• Books should be appropriate for general community use
• All donations will be reviewed before being added to the library

📍 Drop-Off Location:
Canistota City Hall (Mayor's Office)

🕒 Drop-Off Hours:
During regular City Hall business hours

This library is being built by the community, for the community, and every donated book helps tell its story.

Keep an eye out for updates and the official grand opening date coming this July!

Drop a book emoji if you're excited!! 📖📚👇

06/01/2026

City of Canistota is offer a Summer recreation and activities program a Stalding park (pickleball court) shelter again this summer. Monday though Friday 10am-1pm. All ages welcome.

06/01/2026

Canistota city pool is now open for season! Weekdays 1pm-5pm and evening 6pm -8pm. Weekend 1pm-6pm

05/27/2026

Planning a home improvement or construction project in Canistota? 🛠️

Before getting started, please remember that building permits are required for most improvement projects within city limits.

Obtaining permits ahead of time helps ensure projects meet city regulations and keeps everything moving smoothly from the start.

Questions? Contact Darin Nugteren, Planning & Zoning Administrator.

Permit applications are available online here: canistotasd.com/permits-licenses-forms

05/22/2026

Friendly reminder, Canistota residents — dump passes expire at the end of each year.

2026 dump passes are available for purchase at the City Hall.

Getting yours now helps keep access to the rubble site running smoothly for everyone!

05/21/2026

Dear Canistota Residents,

At the April City Council meeting, the operations of the Canistota Rubble Site were reviewed. Following that discussion, the Council voted to discontinue staffed open‑hour operations at the site. Going forward, the Rubble Site will only be accessible by gate code, which will be provided to individuals who purchase an annual pass.

Pass holders will have access to the site daily from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Annual passes may be purchased at the City Finance Office during regular business hours, Monday through Friday.

Thank you for your understanding as we transition to this updated system.

Darin Nugteren
Maintenance Supervisor
City of Canistota
605‑530‑1593

05/18/2026

2026 Swimming Lesson information is here! 🏊

We’ll once again be offering two summer sessions of swimming lessons at the Canistota Pool for swimmers of all experience levels — from Preschool Aquatics all the way through Level 6.

📅 Session One:
June 15–18 & June 22–25

📅 Session Two:
July 6–9 & July 13–16

Registration forms and additional information are available on the City swimming pool webpage: https://canistotasd.com/pool/

Questions? Contact City Hall for more information.