ABERDEEN, S.D. (Hub City Radio)-

The Aberdeen City Council on Monday night addressed the promotional funds totaling $350,000 to be used for projects connected with the library, NSU, and the Dacotah Prairie Museum.

Aberdeen City Manager Dave McNeil talked about working with Northern State associated with the performing arts.

NSU President Alan LaFave believes this will lead to more opportunities for the city.

Economic Development Manager Amber Schwab talked about the economic impact it could have to Aberdeen.

Funding requested was $217,000.  $30,000 for the partnership and $187,000 for the event fund.

McNeil talked about the $10,000 to be used for the library.

McNeil next talked about $13,000 for a Wolves Sculpture Project.  This stem from the trip to Pittsburg, KS that they did earlier this year.

Councilman Rob Ronayne talked about his concerns about whether other non-profit organizations had an opportunity to apply for this fund.

McNeil responded to that.

The council decided to table the resolution.  They will look to address this in their next meeting on Monday, October 26th.