WATERTOWN, S.D.(KXLG)- During Monday night’s city council meeting Michelle Kakacek from the Watertown Development Company gave a quarterly presentation to the city council.

One mention in particular is becoming AEDO certified through the International Economic Development Council. It is a very rigorous process and not only is Michelle now certified but so is Executive Director Mark Vaux. On top of that the Watertown Development Company is the only certified Development Company in South Dakota.

Michelle explains more in the council meeting.

City Manager Amanda Mack took a moment to congratulate Michelle and reiterate how difficult this process is.

Congratulations to Michelle and the entire Watertown Development Company on their accomplishments.