South Dakota Ellsworth Development

14 Saint Joseph St
Rapid City, SD 57701

The South Dakota Ellsworth Development Authority (SDEDA) was established in 2009 to enhance the state’s role as a vital host for the U.S. Department of Defense at Ellsworth Air Force Base. With a mission centered around economic impact, land use compatibility, and community safety, SDEDA collaborates with local governments and private sectors to ensure continued support for military operations and associated industries.

Initially slated for closure in the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process, proactive measures taken by the state, including the creation of SDEDA, successfully removed Ellsworth AFB from the BRAC list. Governed by appointees from the Governor, SDEDA operates to secure the future of military missions in the region while promoting the economic well-being of the surrounding communities.

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