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Metro Flood Diversion Authority—July 27, 2017 3 <br />MOTION, passed Mr. Grindberg moved and Mr. Paulsen seconded to approve the vouchers received through July 21, 2017, in the amount of $2,287,450.07. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. <br />Mr. Vanyo asked about the Champ property under the summary of expenses regarding home buyouts and relocations in Oxbow and whether a settlement had been reached. Mr. Brodshaug said a settlement was reached, and the property closed within the past two weeks. Mr. Vanyo understands the transaction has been completed but would like additional information brought to the next Finance Committee meeting regarding the associated costs on this property. <br />Recommended Contracting Actions Greg Baisch from CH2M discussed the following contracting actions, which were approved by the Finance Committee and Technical Team: <br /> Braun Intertec Corporation Task Order 1 (OHB Ring Levee and County Roads 16 and 17)— material testing services in the amount of $147,220.00; <br /> Industrial Builders, Inc. Change Order 17 (2nd Street North Floodwall – South of Pump <br />Station)—add sidewalk drain in the amount of $7,053.34. <br />MOTION, passed Mr. Grindberg moved and Mr. Weyland seconded to approve the appropriation of funds for the outlined contracting actions. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. <br /> 9. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SEARCH UPDATE Interviews were held earlier this week with three candidates for the Executive Director position. Mr. Shockley said more time is needed to review references and background information before a recommendation is provided to the board. 10. OTHER BUSINESS North Dakota Lt. Governor Brent Sanford was present. He said he and Governor Doug Burgum realize the importance of the project. They also understand the impacts to residents living south <br />of the diversion and the need for collaboration with Richland County. He said their office is willing to help with diplomacy efforts and encouraged the Diversion Authority to call on their office for assistance. <br /> 11. NEXT MEETING The next meeting will be held on Thursday, August 24, 2017. 12. ADJOURNMENT <br /> MOTION, passed On motion by Mr. Peterson, seconded by Mr. Grindberg, and all voting in favor, the meeting was adjourned at 4:16 PM. Minutes prepared by Heather Worden, Cass County Administrative Assistant