Jerry Jongeling
Jerry Jongeling is a Lincoln County native who lives in rural Tea, South Dakota with his wife Alecia and their two children. He holds an associate's degree in electrical construction from Mitchell Technical Institute and spent fourteen years in commercial electrical contracting before joining the City of Sioux Falls in 2014, where he serves as Light, Power and Traffic Superintendent overseeing a 23,000-light grid and a critical underground power circuit. His public-service roots run through the Lincoln County Planning and Zoning Commission (appointed 2019), the Heartland Energy Board of Directors (appointed 2024), and the South Dakota Municipal Electric Association board.
Why they’re
Sensible
Jerry Jongeling brings something rare to Pierre: twenty years of hands-on infrastructure management that saved Sioux Falls taxpayers $200,000 a year on streetlighting while keeping utility rates stable through 2027. He serves on the Lincoln County Planning and Zoning Commission and the Heartland Energy Board, giving him a genuine understanding of the land-use and energy tradeoffs that shape life in fast-growing southwest Sioux Falls and Lincoln County. His campaign priorities — resisting higher property taxes, fiscal restraint, and protecting personal liberties — flow directly from a career spent delivering public services efficiently and without drama.
Key positions
“I'm excited to throw my hat in the ring to fight for Lincoln County in the State House.”
“Circuit 13 gives us reliable power, and programs like the Energy ONE Incentive help us bring new facilities online in a responsible, affordable way.”
“Jerry will be a strong voice for lower taxes, a strong economy, and defending our freedoms — including the Second Amendment.”
“The decisions the board makes can impact the municipalities Heartland Energy serves and I want to help be part of their growth and success.”
“It's an important time to get involved to make sure the decisions in Pierre reflect our county and our values.”
Also running for
SD State House · District 06
Every other candidate filed for this seat, listed for transparency. Our Sensible slate reflects the full field — not just a single pick.
“Business experience, open communication, District 6”