Rick Bonander for Minnehaha County

Look for my digital billboard ad coming east on I-90 and going south I-29 through Sioux Falls.

Greetings!

As a fifth-generation resident of Minnehaha County, I live in the same place my Scandinavian great-grandparents settled in 1873 when they founded the Beaver Valley Lutheran Church.

This began a legacy of community and civic service that has been instilled through generations of my family.

Public service isn’t just my roots—it's in my blood.

More recently, as an impacted citizen, I’ve learned how county government—though often overlooked—directly impacts our freedoms, our wallets, and our way of life.

Minnehaha County is growing fast—and strong local leadership has never been more important. I’m ready to meet that challenge with integrity, accountability, and purpose.

Join me. Together, we can build a stronger, safer, and more sustainable county for generations to come.

The Bonander for Minnehaha County Commission participated in Loyalty Day Parade was held on Sunday in Brandon.
It was a great community event.

On Friday I was invited to attend the South Dakota Daughters of the American Revolution 112th Annual State Conference.
May God Bless one and All.

That Question I Hear Everywhere I Go

Many people I’ve met who’ve heard that I’m running for the Minnehaha County Commission say—with a half-smile and a raised eyebrow—
“So, Rick, you want to be a politician.”

I’ll admit, I get why that word comes with some baggage these days. And sure, it gives me a moment of pause. But I’ve also been inspired—and encouraged to run—by the men and women I’ve seen do public service the right way: with hard work, common sense, and integrity.

What really gives me hope, though, is the growing grassroots movement of everyday folks stepping up—church-going, tax-paying, hard-working husbands and wives, moms and dads—people who just want to serve their friends and neighbors and leave things a little better than they found them. I’m proud to be one of them.

So when someone makes that “politician” remark, I usually respond with a handshake and a smile, “No—I want to be a public servant. And I’d sure appreciate your support. What’s on your mind?”

Well, the campaign is in full swing and I’ve enjoyed meeting so many of the good people of Minnehaha county.

My goal is to do a lot of listening so I’m prepared to serve – and sharing so voters can make an informed decision.

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Please remember early voting has started at the County Administration Building.

Enjoyed participating in the Patriot Ripple Effect candidate forum on Thursday evening.
Great to work with committed Patriots.
Thank you!

Super meet and greet with Senator Hohn and Representative Schwans at the Prairie West Library on Monday.
Thank to Joy and Tesa for all of their support in my campaign for Minnehaha County Commissioner.

As a Director for East Dakota Water Development District. Our mission is to protect the Big Sioux Water Shed.
Ensuring that our population has clean abundant water.

I support Bread Break’s mission in our community.
1 in 5 people are food insecure in our region.
Thanks to all the volunteers at Bread Break’s

Tuesday night was at Tom Pischke’s “Meet and Greet” in Dell Rapids.
At this event Tom endorsed me of Minnehaha County Commissioner.
Thank You, Tom.