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The table below outlines the cost estimates to implement such a system at the Courthouse. A duplicate system of similar configuration and cost would have to be installed at the Highway Department if the Commission desires to have additional public meetings at that location broadcast to Cableone. Video equipment and installation: Furniture: Cabling installation: Total Equipment Estimates $19,500 $ 1,000 $ 1.500 $22,000 In addition to the equipment costs, a video operator would have to be hired to operate the equipment during the meetings. We would utilize a pool of operators currently contracted by the City of Fargo for their meetings. Typically an operator is contracted for a minimum of two hours per meeting with an average cost of about $40 per meeting. Courthouse Commission (24 meetings) $1,000 Social Services (12 meetings) $ 500 Total Estimates $1,500 Highway Water Board (72 meetings) $6,000 Weed Board (12 meetings) $ 500 Planning (12 meetings) $ 500 Total Estimates $7,000 If additional board meetings are desired by the Commission to be taped, contract labor rates can be adjusted accordingly. SU!!l!ested Motions: Direct the County Coordinator to add to the County Commission 2006 budget request $23,500 for equipment and contracted labor to provide taping for public meetings in the Courthouse. Direct the County Coordinator to add to the County Commission 2006 budget request $52,500 for equipment and contracted labor to provide taping for public meetings in the Courthouse and Highway Department. Recommend not to install equipment for taping of Commission meetings. Terry Schmaltz Cass County IT Manager