8 Broadcaster Press March 12, 2019 www.broadcasteronline.com Governor's Column: Making Dailey Assumes Command Of 196th Maneuver South Dakota An Example Enhancement Brigade To The Nation By Gov. Kristi Noem The Tenth Amendment of the United States Constitution says "All powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people." This means the founders intended power to default to the states. The federal government is more limited than state government, which means we can be laboratories of democracy. We can learn which policies work best for our country through trial and error at the state level. South Dakota is a small state in terms of population and GDP, but we’re nimble. We have a responsive state government that does more with less. This set of characteristics allows us to take innovative approaches when it comes to issues like economic growth, meth, or dealing with the Indian Health Service (IHS). Late last month, I went to Washington, DC for the National Governors Association meeting. This was the first time I had the honor to represent our state on the national stage among other governors and national leaders. The time was filled with meetings on issues that many states are dealing with – like education and workforce. I also had the opportunity to meet with President Trump several times and visit with cabinet officials one-on-one to improve the partnership between state and federal governments. It was my goal to listen and learn, but to also begin developing the expectation that South Dakota can, and will, be a leader in innovative policies that will serve as an example to other states and the federal government. Here are two examples. First, I met with Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar about adding flexibility to existing federal programs in South Dakota so we can combat our meth epidemic. I explained to him that while opioids dominate national headlines, South Dakota needs to shift federal dollars from opioids to confront our meth issue. I’m optimistic that our conversation will result in added flexibility on federal programs that could target both opioid and meth concerns. Secretary Azar and I also discussed ways we can address the failing IHS. For years, people have looked the other way while IHS facilities provide third-world care to tribal members. In the last few years, babies have been born on bathroom floors with no doctor present. Medical personnel performed operations with lapsed certifications. People died because there were no doctors available at hospitals. This is unacceptable. We’re working with the feds to launch pilot programs and pursue additional coordinated care agreements that increase access and expand services. Today is a new day for South Dakota’s state-tribal relationship, and I hope I can work with the tribes to continue finding ways to make improvements. Second, I visited with Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie about South Dakota’s longstanding commitment to military service. As we continue working to make Hot Springs America’s “Veteran’s Town,” I invited him to see the town first hand. When Secretary Wilkie does so, he will fully understand the impact our veterans have on our state and the ways we want to develop that for the next generation of military men and women. Many say Washington is broken, and I’m the first to agree that there are parts that seem dysfunctional. But I had positive meetings in Washington with governors and federal officials that are looking for solutions and opportunities to implement successful policies. Some of our best ideas start in the states. It’s my hope that South Dakota leads the way. Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month PIERRE, S.D. - Governor Kristi Noem has proclaimed March Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Awareness Month in South Dakota. IDD Awareness Month raises awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all areas of community life, as well as awareness to the barriers that people with disabilities still sometimes face in connecting to the communities in which they live. Themes throughout March will high- light education, employment and community living. For more information on IDD Awareness Month, please visit https://nacdd. org/ddam/. This statewide observation coincides with National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a national awareness campaign that takes place each March. Read and Recycle Athlete Spotlight By Spc. Sam Mayo 196th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Col. David Dailey, of Sturgis, took command of the South Dakota Army National Guard's 196th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade during a change of command ceremony in Sioux Falls, March 2. Dailey assumed command from Col. Douglas W. Bogenhagen, of Omaha, Nebraska, who served in the position since October 2017. "I appreciate everyone's efforts and wish for the unit to continue being prepared for future deployments," said Bogenhagen. The 196th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade is one of several major commands in the SDARNG. "I am looking forward to keeping the MEB prepared and raising the standards of readiness," said Dailey. As commander, Dailey is responsible for the command and control of three battalions, which are comprised of 16 units totaling nearly 1,900 Soldiers in 18 com- munities throughout South Dakota. Dailey is a registered professional engineer in South Dakota and Wyoming and is the assistant vice president and heavy highway division manager for Heavy Construction, Inc. in Rapid City. Dailey received his commission as an engineer officer from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology's Reserve Officer Training Program in 1993. He is a graduate of the engineer officer basic and advanced courses, Command and General Staff College, and the United States Army War College. Dailey's civilian education includes a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and a Master of Science in Construction Management from the SDSM&T. He has previously served in a variety of roles with the state of South Dakota, including the153rd Engineer Battalion, 881st Troop Command, 109th Engineer Battalion, and Joint Force Headquarters. He also deployed to Iraq in 2003. Dailey and his wife Tiffany reside in Sturgis with their two sons. South Dakota Businesses Recognized For Outstanding Customer Service PIERRE, S.D. – The South Dakota Department of Tourism has recognized 112 businesses and organizations across 37 communities in South Dakota for their outstanding customer service. The Great Service Star Program recognizes businesses that both develop and complete hospitality training programs for their staff; reward employees for offering great service and find unique ways to show customer appreciation. Those that meet the criteria are awarded a star symbol from the Department of Tourism for use in marketing their business and to visually show visitors their commitment to great service. “A great customer experience drives repeat visitation and word-of- mouth marketing about our state,” said Jim Hagen, Secretary of the Department of Tourism. “The Great Service Star recognizes the importance of offering each guest a warm welcome and a great experience and encourages the development of these skills. South Dakota’s hospitality truly makes it stand out from other states.” In effort to serve South Dakota’s tourism industry, the Department of Tourism continues to make updates to their hospitality programs. In 2018, the Department refreshed the Online Hospitality Training program. The training is free, and any tourism industry business is encouraged to share the training with their front-line staff. In 2019, the Department will bring a hospitality expert to present to communities across the state during National Travel and Tourism Week. For more information on the Department’s hospitality programs, visit https://sdvisit.com/ training-hospitality/greatservice-star-program. For a list of South Dakota businesses and organizations that have received the Great Service Star designation for 2019, visit https://sdvisit.com/ training-hospitality/2019great-service-star-designees. The list is organized by community. The South Dakota Department of Tourism is comprised of Tourism and the South Dakota Arts Council. The department is led by Secretary James D. Hagen. 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