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Commission Minutes-September 18, 2006 3131 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Cass County Government does herby endorse the findings of the Regional Workforce Housing Profile and the findings of its public involvement process, and agrees to use the findings as a tool to implement its own housing goals and objectives, and will work proactively with a host of regional partners to implement the Strategic Initiatives outlined in the Profile. Approved and adopted on this 18th day of September, 2006. 8. BUDGET, Public hearing on 2007 preliminary budget A public hearing was advertised for this date, time and place to allow for public input on the 2007 Cass County preliminary budget. Notice of today's hearing, containing the budget funds and levy summary for the coming year, was published in the official newspaper of the county on August 28, 2006. The budget was also published on Cass County's website. County Auditor Michael Montplaisir said no action is needed today and the final adoption of the county budget will be scheduled for October 2, 2006. Mr. Wagner opened the public hearing for comments and hearing none, closed the public hearing. 9. VOUCHERS, Approved MOTION, passed Mrs. Sorum moved and Mr. Vanyo seconded to approve Voucher No. 210,586 through Voucher No. 210,995. On roll call vote, the motion carried unanimously. 10. COURTHOUSE AWARD; COUNTY HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR; YOUTH COMMISSION; CASS 20/CLAY 22 BRIDGE RIBBON CUTTING; LEGISLATIVE LUNCHEON; JOINT DISPATCH; MEETING UPDATES, Committee reports Mrs. Johnson attended the North Dakota chapter of the American Institute of Architects banquet last week. Architect Richard Moorhead, who designed the two courthouse additions twenty-five years ago, was presented with the "Test of Time" Award. He gave his award to the county and Mrs. Johnson said it is hanging on the wall outside the commission chambers. Mrs. Johnson said 125 employees attended the Health and Wellness Fair last week. She said based on this year's success, another one will most likely be held next year. Mrs. Johnson said the Cass County Youth Commission will hold their first meeting on Wednesday and she will give a presentation in the afternoon for those commissioners who may wish to attend. Mrs. Johnson said a ribbon cutting is scheduled for Friday, September 29, 2006, at 4:00 PM to dedicate the re-opening of the Red River Bridge between Cass County Highway 20 and Clay County Highway 22. Mrs. Johnson said in the past, a meeting was held with area legislators after the November election to discuss issues relating to the upcoming legislative session. Last year, an event was scheduled with legislators and social service staff. She asked the board if they preferred to hold two separate meetings or to schedule a luncheon meeting with all county offices, as was done in previous years.