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Commission Minutes--March 1, 1999 1947 portfolio commissioner, subject to state's attorney approval; and authorize the chairperson to sign: On roll call vote, motion carried unanimously. Public Information Inquiry Agreement (approve as to form and fee schedule); North Dakota Department of Human Services-interpreter Services and Child Care Licensing; Southeast Human Services-Respite Care/Partnership Project. ROAD DEPARTMENT, Flood insurance restudy Keith Berndt, County Engineer, requested authorization for the county to participate financially, and be the lead agency, in a flood insurance restudy of the Red River in southern Cass and Clay Counties. This multi-jurisdictional study is to be conducted by FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) and the Corps of Engineers from South Dakota to the Canadian border, with the work being done in the next two years from Cass County's southern border to Fargo. It is anticipated that the study will consist of creating new base maps with topographical contours and aerial imagery, including the major tributaries. Mr. Berndt said this information will allow for better flood plain management, including the ability to manage overland flooding, and would also be helpful in highway and drainage planning. The total cost of the work to be done in southern Cass and Clay Counties is estimated in excess of $500,000, with the proposed funding being as follows: FEMA-$250,000; International Joint Commission--S161,000; North Dakota State Water Commission--S45,000; City of Fargo-- $42,000; Cass County--S42,000; Clay County/Buffalo Red WRD-$37,000. Mr. Berndt said the cost-share of Fargo and Cass County may increase if the State Water Commission is unable to help fund the project. He has learned they are reluctant to make a final commitment until May when the threat of spring flooding should be over, however, it is hoped that the project will begin in April. Mr. Berndt said the ideal time to do the aerial elevation and imaging work is without any snow cover and before the trees begin to leaf out. Fargo and Cass County would each be expected to pay $22,500 more if the State Water Commission does not participate in the project. Mr. Meyer asked if other projects will be delayed, and Mr. Berndt said this study will not affect other projects. He has identified the funds from various sources. MOTION, passed Mr. Meyer moved and Mrs. Schneider seconded to authorize the County Engineer to participate in a Flood Insurance Restudy and Mapping project, as outlined in his memorandum to the Commission dated February 12, 1999. Cass County's cost participation will be approximately $64,500, funded with $44,500 from HUD grant funds and $20,000 from County Highway Funds. On roll call vote, motion carried unanimously. ROAD DEPARTMENT, Bridge in Pontiac Township donated to Enderlin Golf Course Mr. Berndt requested permission to donate an old bridge, which has some historical significance, to the Enderlin Golf Course for a golf cart trail. The bridge was replaced in 1997 by a new bridge over the Maple River in Sections 21-28, Pontiac Township. An agreement will be drafted releasing the county from all expense and liability, and the Endedin Golf Course will