Box Elder names Mark Larson Code Enforcement Officer of the Year

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) – Mark Larson has been named Code Enforcement Officer of the Year for the City of Box Elder, honoring his work in the community and contributions to the profession.

The annual award recognizes a code enforcement officer for outstanding municipal service, community involvement, and professional achievements.

City officials credited Larson with helping improve communication, strengthening partnerships with other departments, and finding practical solutions to complex enforcement issues.

“Through exceptional communication, investigative, and critical thinking skills, Mark consistently develops creative and effective solutions,” said Box Elder Building and Code Enforcement Supervisor Chad Tomjack. He also praised Larson’s balanced approach of being firm when needed while working collaboratively when possible.

Among Larson’s key accomplishments was helping resolve a long-standing code enforcement case that had gone on for more than a decade. He also assisted with cleanup efforts at two trailer parks, removing abandoned structures and debris that had impacted nearby neighborhoods.

Larson was recognized during the SoDACE Training Conference, held May 6–7 in Fort Pierre.

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