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Schuppan stated that they need to take another look at the agreement with the Humane Society and have a public hearing regarding this issue. He also stated that there are no fees in the agreement and he would like to know what it is going to cost. This will be discussed later in the meeting. The vote on the consent agenda items was taken. Arnold, Lancaster, Lanfear, Purdy, Quandt, Richardson and Schuppan all voted yes and none voted no. Motion carried. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION —Chairman Arnold called for public participation and no one responded. COUNTY ATTORNEY— Mr. Zitterkopf stated he did not have any items listed. COMMITTEE OR BOARD MEMBER'S REPORTS — Richardson reported that the ad hoc library committee had one meeting Steve Fosselman and 3 members of the library board and the ad hoc committee were there. There was good discussion and different ideas were discussed. They will have another meeting and try to get closer to a decision. Lancaster stated that she and Jan met Dr. Grover the new superintendent of schools and discussed how the county and school district could collaborate. Lancaster noted that they worked with the county on the bond issue. Good communication is vital and they can assist one another. BOARD ASSISTANT—Stacey stated she did not have a report. 6. HALL COUNTY HERO FLIGHT PRESENTATION—Chairman Arnold asked Gary Quandt to address the Hero Flight presentation. He stated that they worked with Don Smith, Don Shuda and Pam Lancaster and they have a video of the flight that was produced by the Staff at the Grand Island Independent. They showed the video. Clarence Stevens was present and stated that he severed from 1965 to 1990 and was in Vietnam in 1968. With this trip he now has closure when he returned they spit on his uniform. Now by going on this trip he is proud of his service again. Dan Wagner thanked the board, Don Shuda and the committee for what they have done there are so many good people to thank. He did not go to Vietnam his brother Dennis was there. He encouraged the veterans to tell their stories with the school children. A soldier is not Rambo or what they see in the movies they are teachers and bus drivers. Don Shuda stated that this all started because of Willie Skala invited him to a meeting. Willie is the grandfather of this project. Mr. Shuda thanked the community Jane & Jeff from Balz, many have donated the $1,500.00 for a veteran to go. JBS, McCain Foods were presented plaques for the commitments. Mr. Shuda presented a clock to Don Smith and thanked the staff from the Grand Island Independent. They produced the video of the trip. Mr. Quandt organized the welcome home at the airport. Held a short break. 10:12 a.m. Chairman Arnold called the meeting back to order. 3