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Comm. Minutes--August 1, 1989 300 11. ABATEMENT, Denied for T. Boyle A hearing was held on Application for Abatement and Settlement of Taxes ~3899 submitted by Tom and Nancy Boyle for property in the City of Fargo. Present were City Assessor Floyd Buerkley and Francis Klein, County Director of Equalization. Mr. Buerkley explained the position of the City Assessor's Office and stated that the Fargo City Commission denied the abatement. Mr. Klein also recommended that the abatement be denied because the applicant does not qualify for the exemption for 1988 but should be encouraged to file the necessary forms for 1987 to receive a partial credit on his residence. MOTION, passed Hr. Wieland moved and Mr. Sondrall seconded that abatement ~3899 submitted by Tom and Nancy Boyle be denied as recommended by the City of Fargo and the Director of Equalization. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. 12. INSURANCE PREMIUMS, Liability and road eauioment Robert C. Dawson of Dawson Insurance Agency was present regarding his letter to the Chairman dated July 27, 1989, quoting premiums for the August 1st continuation of general liability, automobile and truck fleet liability, and road equipment insurance. He stated that premiums have increased about 19% over last year, the reasons being outlined in his letter. Chairman Eckert asked why a reserve was set up for an accident involving a gravel truck last December when there have been no claims made, Mr, Dawson felt that all insurance companies would do this from a good business standpoint, He stated that claims are not a principal basis for premiums, Mrs, Toussaint suggested that since this was received on short notice before today's meeting, that a committee consistfng of herself and Commissioner Shannon (both having the insurance portfolio) meet with Accountant Mike Montplaisir, and they will report back at the next meeting. Mr, Dawson was agreeable, stating that he has already requested a continuance from August 1st. 13. SLEEPY HOLLOW PAVING, Bonding agent selected, payment of bills Accountant Mike Hontplaisir was present and recommended that the Commission approve payment of bills received to date for the Sleepy Hollow paving project and charge that Special Assessment District interest on the advances at the same rate as their permanent financing. The County would be reimbursed when the bonds are sold. Mr. Montplaisir presented proposals from two bonding firms for the Commissioners to review. Mr. Wieland asked if it is the County's responsibility to determine the bonding firm, and Mr. Montplaisir stated that it is. Mr. Wieland noted that most water resource district projects use NoDak Bonds, and he suggested giving this business to the other firm today. MOTION, passed Mr. Wieland moved and Mrs. Toussaint seconded that the bonding firm of Evenson Dodge be selected for the Sleepy Hollow street improvement project. Motion carried.