06-11-1985 - Laserfiche WebLink

project. Concerning maintenance of Springvale Cemetery, Mr. Wieland suggested that Commissioners Eckert and Sondrall work out some details with a retired couple who is interested in cemetery maintenance, and report back to the Commission. Mr. Brenna presented a composite of the informal bids received for the cemetery relocation project. He presented four options ranging in price from the highest bid of $472.00 /grave for moving 35 to 50 graves to a low bid of $187 00 /grave for moving all 365 graves. The lowest bid does not include grave markers or concrete vaults, which should be considered for improved future grounds maintenance. Mr. Eckert moved and Mrs. Stanton seconded to approve Option #4 which is to move a total of 365 graves at a cost of $68,355.00 or $187.00 per grave, and to reconsider the purchase of concrete vaults next week. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. Mr. Eckert moved and Mrs. Stanton seconded that the cemetery relocation project begin on July 1, 1985. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. Discussion was held on the draft of "Cass County Personnel Policies" as prepared by the Administrative Assistant's office. Mrs. Stanton stated that it needs a considerable amount of review and recommended holding an informal meeting for this purpose. Jim Thoreson was present representing County employees, and he stated that the employees would like some input because there a number of changes from the present policy. Correspondence was received from Cass County Social Services with comments and suggestions on the proposed manual. The Chairman set the date of June 18th at 7:00 P.M. in the Commission Room for employees, Department Heads and Commissioners to review the manual. Mr. Wieland moved and Mrs. Stanton seconded to receive and file the letter of resignation from Ruth Hellem as Clerk of District Court for Cass County, effective July 1, 1985. Motion carried unanimously. The Commission again considered the 2 -year loss control and safety program as proposed by John Welton of Safety Consultant Services, Inc. Steve Grindberg, County Road Superintendent, asked if this would duplicate efforts of the Workman's Compensation Bureau, but Mr. Welton stated that the Bureau strictly performs inspections while he provides education for safe and efficient productivity of County departments. Mr. Sondrall moved and Mrs. Stanton seconded to hire Safety Consultant Services, Inc. on a one -year basis at a cost of $1,000.00 initially plus $500.00 per month, with an option on the second year. The motion carried on roll call vote with four members voting "Aye Mr. Eckert opposing. Mrs. Stanton moved and Mr. Sondrall seconded to approve out of state travel for Beverly Bohn, Social Services employee, to travel to Fergus Falls, MN on June 28 and July 1, 1985. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously.