Commission Overview

The Lottery Commission is a seven-member board appointed by the Governor which establishes policy for and advises on operation of the South Dakota Lottery, including approval of any major procurement.

Members are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. Each commissioner's term is three years, and a chairman is chosen annually at the first meeting of the fiscal year.

The commission meets at least once each quarter. Additional meetings may be called by the chair upon request of the Executive Director or any three commission members.

Commission Members:

Doyle Estes, Hill City

Bob Hartford, Pierre

Kory Menken (Chair), Dakota Dunes

Virginia Nelson, Rapid City

Jim Peterson, Revillo

Duane Schmautz, Pierre
Dick Werner, Huron

Commission Meeting Schedule/Archives

Last Commission Meeting: Find the minutes of the November 18, 2011 meeting HERE or listen to the audio recording of the meeting in its entirety.

Meeting Minutes