08-05-1991 - Laserfiche WebLink

Comm. Minutes--August 5, 1991 715 and the efficient operation of Cass County Government. Funding for other services will be considered as a secondary priority and be based on a need for the service and available funds. (3) The Commission will seek, and will encourage all departments to seek, alternative funding sources for those programs that may be eligible for outside funding. The motion failed for lack of a second and the Chairman said the record will show that Commissioners Shannon and Toussaint support the resolution but Commissioners Eckert and Risher, by their silence, do not support the 60-mill limit. 14. RESOLUTION ON MANPOWER STUDY, Adopted MOTION, passed Mrs. Toussaint moved and Mr. Risher seconded to adopt the following resolution on manpower study: WHEREAS, as a part of the ongoing study for future space and planning for Cass County, it is necessary to complete a comprehensive manpower study of all departments to determine present and future needs. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that County Coordinator Bonnie Johnson and Consultant Scott Kildahl work with all department heads to complete such a study. The study is expected to take 30-45 days and, hopefully, will be completed prior to the termination of their contracts. On roll call vote, motion carried unanimously. 15. DAWSON INSURANCE UPDATE Robert Dawson and Richard Woodward, Dawson Insurance Agency, were present to update the Commission on 1991-1992 liability and vehicle insurance. Premiums for continuing coverage are $149,123, an increase overall of about $2,200 from the previous coverage period. Mr. Shannon asked Mr. Montplaisir to bill the Head Start Program for boiler insurance at 57-11th Avenue North in Fargo, since they carry other insurance on the property. Mr. Montplaisir said liability for Bonanzaville, U. S. A. is still included in the County's policy and billed to Bonanzaville, but he asked Mr. Dawson to find some alternatives. Mr. Dawson said the present premium is $2,116, and he had one quote of $3,902. He will continue working with Mr. Montplaisir on this. Mr. Risher asked Mr. Dawson if anything has ever been paid out on public officials errors and omissions insurance, and if not, he thought it should decrease the premium. Mr. Dawson didn't recall ever paying out on this, but he said it can be a very volatile situation. Mr. Montplaisir said this insurance covers people serving on boards appointed by the Commission as well as county officials.