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16. 17. Commission Minutes--May 6, 1996 1467 him in this area of programming. If the YMCA affects his business by 5%, for example, lost revenue to Mr. Duran's facility would be $500,000 in the next 8-10 years, he said. The following people also spoke in opposition to MIDA bond financing for the YMCA because they feel it will result in an unfair advantage over existing day care centers and fitness clubs: Lisa Bennett, on behalf of a number of Fargo area day care centers; Steve Clute and Bob Lander of All American Athletic Club. MOTION, passed In accordance with Cass County policy on MIDA bond financing, as well as following State guidelines and having individuals talk about the substantial detriment to their businesses, Mrs. Schneider moved and Mr. Ness seconded to not approve MIDA bond financing for the Fargo- Moorhead YMCA. Discussion: Mr. Ness and Mrs. Toussaint agreed with Mrs. Schneider's concems about following county policy and state law on this matter. Mr. Eckert sees a need for additional day care services due to growth in the Fargo and West Fargo areas, and because of that growth, he does not believe there would be unfair competition. Mr. Wieland is also concerned about the need for additional quality day care services, and does not believe there is unfair competition because the YMCA charges higher rates than some of the other day care providers. Mrs. Toussaint said the YMCA will proceed with the project, which includes the day care, with or without MIDA bond financing. Mr. Wieland suggested a review of the county's MIDA bond policy and said the chairman has the prerogative to create a committee, as is often done in this county, to do some research and clarification of the policy on types of bond issues to be considered. At the call for the question and upon roll call vote, the motion carried with Mrs. Schneider, Mr. Ness and Mrs. Toussaint voting "Aye"; Mr. Wieland and Mr. Eckert opposing. FISH & WILDLIFE SERVICE, Land aca_uisition in Tower Township not recommended No further testimony was taken on the proposed sale of 405.56 acres of land owned by Wayne Glemming to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The property is described as the W% of Section 5 and the E% of the NVV ¼ of Section 8, Township 140 N. Range 55 VV., 5th P.M. The County Commission held a public hearing on April 29, 1996, in Tower City, ND, at which time opposition was expressed by area landowners because of concerns about weed and grasshopper control and water seepage. MOTION, passed Mr. Ness moved and Mr. Eckert seconded to recommend that Governor Ed Schafer not approve the sale of the above-described land in Tower Township to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. On roll call vote, motion carried unanimously. ROAD DEPARTMENT, Purchase order for automated fueling system County Engineer Keith Berndt further explained his memorandum to County Commissioners dated April 25, 1996, requesting approval to purchase and install an automated fueling system at the County Highway Department. Mr. Eckert asked if Mr. Bemdt has money in his budget to complete