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Commission Minutes-May 1, 2006 3067 Mrs. Johnson said Wednesday, May 3rd, has been proclaimed a National Day of Prayer. The county has given permission for an organization to read the bible on the courthouse plaza. Today they requested to move their program inside the courthouse due to the possibility of inclement weather. She asked the state's attorney for guidance on how to respond to their request. Mr. Burdick discussed the first amendment right to express an opinion at a public forum. He said the courthouse plaza may be considered a public forum; however, some questions arise when considering use of space inside the building. He said factors to be considered are office and hallway disruption. He suggested the second floor rotunda may be an appropriate place as it is a large, unrestricted area. Mrs. Johnson suggested the gathering be restricted to courthouse business hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Commissioners were in agreement that the gathering be allowed to take place at the second floor rotunda but not allow use of a microphone, as this would be disruptive to normal business activities. Commissioners and staff reported on meetings they have attended in the past two weeks, as well as upcoming meetings. 12. CORRESPONDENCE, Received and filed MOTION, passed Mr. Pawluk moved and Mr. Vanyo seconded to receive and file correspondence outlined by the secretary as follows: Motion carried. - three letters from the North Dakota Department of Transportation regarding bridge structures in Cass County; - two letters from the North Dakota Department of Transportation regarding bid openings to be held on May 19, 2006, in Bismarck for two road projects and one bridge project in Cass County. 13. ADJOURNMENT MOTION, passed On motion by Mr. Wagner, seconded by Mr. Pawluk, and all in favor, the meeting was adjourned at 4:55 PM. ATTEST: AP ROVED: n Bennett, Chairman Cass County Board of Commissioners