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Commission Minutes--September 17, 2001 2353 In addition to speaking on behalf of Mr. Brodsho, Mr. Manly provided the following information: r- a resolution from the Reed Township Board of Supervisors, dated September 11, 2001, supporting the replacement of the bridge, known as the "HiMar" bridge; a letter from Nancy Forseth, Transportation Directorforthe West Fargo Public School District, dated September 14, 2001, indicating a school bus could not reach this location from the west if there was a family needing bus service from this location (at the present time, they do not bus any children that live west of the river); and a petition signed by 88 Cass County citizens urging the Commission to study the issue of the bridge and alternate routes in relation to future flooding in this area. Mr. Wieland suggested that these residents contact their congressmen about supporting construction of the proposed Maple River Dam, which will reduce water flows in this area. r' - Mr. Wagner was concerned about setting a precedent and asked about the total number of bridges throughout the county and what criteria is used to repair or replace bridges, including consideration of the number of people who use it. Mr. Berndt talked about the total number of bridges, both on the county road system and those on township roads. A large number of bridges on the county road system are old and may be in need of repairs. Mr. Wieland said he is willing to have someone do a hydraulics study, and Mrs. Schneider suggested a cost-benefit analysis before the Board makes a decision on the future of the bridge. MOTION, passed Mr. Wieland moved and Mrs. Schneider seconded to table a decision on the future of the Reed Township bridge over the Sheyenne River and move forward as quickly as possible to gather information on a hydraulics study in coordination with the Southeast Cass Water Resource District, giving the engineer time to re-examine the cost- benefit ratio and the township time to respond as well; and that the chairman call a special meeting of the Board if necessary. Discussion: Mr. Wieland said perhaps a committee will need to be formed to review the bridge situation. Mr. Wagner said a decision on this bridge will impact other bridges in the county that also need repairs. Mr. Wieland said the Board should look at other locations where bridges may be in need of repairs also. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. 17. VOUCHERS, Aooroved MOTION, passed Mr. Wagner moved and Mr. Wieland seconded to approve Voucher No. 156,309 through No. 156,782. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. 18. MEETING UPDATES, Committee reoorts Commissioners and staff reported on meetings they have attended in the past two weeks, as well as upcoming meetings. Traill County is hosting a meeting of the East Central Commissioners Association at 9:00 AM on September 20, 2001, at the Sodbusters Cafe located between Mayville & Portland. Cass County and Richland County Commissioners are holding a joint hearing at 7:30 PM on September 24, 2001, in the Kindred City Hall, Kindred, concerning formation of the proposed Kindred Community and Rural Fire Protection District.