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Commission Minutes--ApriI18, 2005 2888 All Cass County emergency first responder organizations and communities were invited to submit applications to help fund projects allowed under the federal guidelines for the use of these funds, according to Mr. Rogness. MOT/ON, passed Mr. Bennett moved and Mr. Wagner seconded to approve the recommendations for allocation of 2005 Homeland Security and 2005 Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention grant funds, as submitted by Dave Rogness on behalf of the Cass Fargo Emergency Management Board. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. 17. RESOLUTION ON SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, Ordinance to be drafted Mr. Burdick provided information at this time on county licensing procedures and a draft ordinance establishing rules and regulations for the sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages in Cass County, outside of incorporated cities. At present, the county's process does not distinguish between liquor and wine, which has an annual license fee of $900 for on and off sale. The sale of beer only is in a separate category, with an annual license fee of $100. A Cass County resident who makes and sells wine on a seasonal basis has inquired about a license classification for the sale of wine, similar to the license fee for beer. Mr. Burdick suggested that the commission consider adopting a resolution that would modify the existing procedure and have first reading today. He said the resolution is much like an ordinance and would require two readings, according to Cass County's home rule charter. The modification at this time would change the fee schedule to state alcoholic beverages, instead of using the word liquor; and adding wine with the category for beer. Also, he said a reference to domestic wine licensure in State statutes will be reviewed further. MOT/ON, passed Mr. Wagner moved and Mr. Bennett seconded to approve first reading of a resolution to modify county policy on alcoholic beverage licenses as outlined; and that the State's Attorney begin the process of drafting a more detailed ordinance relating to county licensing of alcoholic beverage dealers. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. 18. VOUCHERS, Approved MOT/ON, passed Mr. Wagner moved and Mrs. Sorum seconded to approve Voucher No. 196,431 through No. 196,823. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. 19. COMMITTEE REPORTS Mr. Burdick said he is also working on a possible ordinance regarding burning permits and may need to contact the Attorney General before proceeding. Mr. Montplaisir reported on City of Fargo capital improvement projects for roads and bike paths over the next few years. Mrs. Johnson updated the board on various items. Mr. Wagner and Mr. Pawluk met with Stanley Township officials regarding the Forest River bow hunting topic, and Mr. Wagner will schedule this item on a future commission agenda. Mr. Bennett asked Mrs. Johnson to contact the Information Technology Department to inquire as to the necessity for upgrading commission software so frequently.