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• There was 12% increase wage increase on each step plan and there will be a 11% increase the following year in order to reach the comparable wages in the metropolitan statistical areas The uniform allowance was discussed but no decision was reached and it may be addressed during the next negotiations year. Mr. Janulewicz stated that his recommendation and the committee's recommendation is to approve the agreement. Ms. Lancaster stated that the committee recommends approving the agreement and she thanked Sheriff Jerry Watson and Chief Deputy Chris Rea for their work. Mr. Rea thanked the committee and stated he appreciated the wage increases they have seen the pool of applicants become stagnant and this is the best contract he has seen. The vote on the motion to approve the FOP #10 agreement was taken. Arnold, Lancaster, Lanfear, Purdy, Quandt, Richardson and Schuppan all voted yes and none voted no. Motion carried. The chair will need to sign the agreements. COUNTY ATTORNEY 7A) DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION ON MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN HALL COUNTY AND GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS REGARDING SCHOOL INTERVENTION PROGRAM — County Attorney Jack Zitterkopf stated they received a grant from the crime commission for the school intervention program and the county will administer the funds as the fiscal agent. This all ties in with the juvenile diversion program. Lancaster made a motion and Schuppan seconded to approve the agreement and authorize the chair to sign. Arnold, Lancaster, Lanfear, Purdy, Quandt, Richardson and Schuppan all voted yes and none voted no. Motion carried. 7B) DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION APPOINTING VALENTINO LAW OFFICES TO REPRESENT HALL COUNTY IN A LAWSUIT BROUGHT BY A PRISONER REQUESTING INJUNCTIVE RELIEF IN FEDERAL DISTRICT COURT -Mr. Zitterkopf stated that this is regarding an inmate who has filed a law suit in federal court. He does not have an attorney representing him. This is regarding a complaint that he filed at the County Jail and he does not like the way the complaints are handled. He is asking for monetary damages. NIRMA will not represent the county for the law suit. He does not practice in federal court and he is requesting an attorney to do so. He talked to Mr. Valentino yesterday and this is the agreement for the legal services his fee is $179.00 an hour and other fees as stated. He is requesting a motion to approve the agreement and authorize the chair to sign. Lancaster made a motion and Lanfear seconded to approve the agreement and authorize the chair to sign. Arnold, Lancaster, Lanfear, Purdy, Quandt, Richardson and Schuppan all voted yes and none voted no. Motion carried. RECOMMENDATION REGARDING THE BID OPENING FOR COURTHOUSE HVAC - Mr. Humphrey stated that the committee and Mr., Jackson reviewed he bid and recommended to approve and accept the bid from Mid Plains Construction. Mr. Arnold asked what was budgeted and there is $1.9 million before the renovation on the bathrooms and moving the chiller. 6