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Commission Minutes—August 11, 2014 4339 Mrs. Scherling asked about the computer replacement cycle of four years that is currently used. Mr. Schmaltz said the current method has worked well for several years. Mr. Peterson said it is important to have updated equipment and supports the request. There was discussion about the computer equipment budgeted for the Coroner's Office. Mr. Schmaltz said the cost covers additional phones, fiber connections and other computer equipment for the new space at the Fargo Cass Public Health building. Mr. Peterson questioned the video conferencing unit for $17,000, and said he will ask about this item during the Coroner's presentation. Commissioners were in agreement to use their current laptops for another year. MOTION, passed Mr. Bennett moved and Mrs. Scherling seconded to remove $6,500 for commission laptops. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. 5. RED RIVER VALLEY FAIR ASSOCIATION Bryan Schulz, General Manager of the Red River Valley Fair (RRVF) Association, was present. The request for 2015 is $100,000 compared to $90,000 approved last year. He said the dollars are used for premiums, trophies, ribbons and judge expenses for 4-H as well as annual insurance expenses. The board commended Mr. Schulz for his efforts in providing a new image for the RRVF; however, the board is looking very closely at each budget this year. MOTION, passed Mr. Vanyo moved and Mr. Peterson seconded to approve the 2015 preliminary budget for the Red River Valley Fair Association in the amount of$90,000. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. 6. LAKE AGASSIZ REGIONAL COUNCIL Iry Rustad, Executive Director; Randy Kingsley, Assistant Director; and Amber Schaan, Fund Manager of Lake Agassiz Regional Council (LARC) were present. The 2015 preliminary budget request is $16,500 compared to $15,000 budgeted last year. Ms. Schaan said the request for LARC has not increased in 10 years. County funds cover the non-federal match for general administrative agency costs and economic development. Ms. Schaan also reviewed the current Cass County projects with the board. Mr. Rustad will be retiring from his position effective October 1, 2014. MOTION, passed Mr. Vanyo moved and Mrs. Scherling seconded to approve the 2015 preliminary budget for the Lake Agassiz Regional Council in the amount of $16,500 as presented. Discussion: Mr. Vanyo recognized Iry Rustad for the leadership he provided in his position and thanked him for his service. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. 7. VALLEY SENIOR SERVICES Brian Arett, Executive Director of Valley Senior Services, was present. He said their 2015 budget reflects no significant changes. The senior population in Cass County continues to increase and along with that more services are needed. He said in 2014 demand for the Meals on Wheels program has increased by 12% and for transportation services by 13%.