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It was noted that the federal government updated the heating system and it is acclimated to the current space. County Attorney Jack Zitterkopf stated that Ms. Richardson put in a lot of work to acquire the Federal Building and part of that application was to designate a use for the building. He stated he proposed the idea to use it for child support and he contacted an architect. Now he has been beat up because he did that. When a district judge wants a $200,000.00 dysfunctional ceiling they get it and when he asks for$400,000.00 for needed space that is out of the question. He wants to have a functional office where private discussion can be held. There is also a misconception that the architect will receive more money the higher to cost but that is not the case it is set at $60,000.00 and that is what it is. The engineering fees are also included if you spend the money to have them do the work and then do not follow the plan there may not be an architect in Grand Island that will do business with the county. Jack stated that he has used all the space available in his building and cannot hire another attorney. In the future they will need to expand and there is no more space. This building is an investment for the next 50 years. Bredthauer stated that this is not personal against Jack. She understands there needs to be more space to allow for expansion. But this is not the only need Berggren has noted a lot of needs and they need to look for another answer and put be able dollars in another project. Quandt stated they do not a dysfunctional office but they need to save dollars. He expressed concern about removing walls and asked if they could be sound proofed. This will also affect the heating and fire system. Lancaster stated the committee is doing a good job and they did not know the cost but they need to see if there are other options. CE EVALUATION - 12:58 p.m. Richardson made a 10. EXECUTIVE SESSION-PERFORMANCE p motion and Lanfear seconded to go into executive session. This executive session is to prevent needless harm or injury to an individual. Arnold, Bredthauer, Lancaster, Lanfear, Quandt Richardson and Schuppan all voted yes and none voted no. Motion carried. 1:01 p.m. Lanfear made a motion and Arnold seconded to go out of executive session regarding the performance evaluation. There were no other subjects discussed, no votes were taken and no action was taken. Arnold, Bredthauer, Lancaster, Lanfear, Quandt Richardson and Schuppan all voted yes and none voted no. Motion carried. Lanfear made a motion and Arnold seconded to present the evaluation to the employee. Arnold, Bredthauer, Lancaster, Lanfear, Quandt Richardson and Schuppan all voted yes and none voted no. Motion carried. NEW OR UNFINISHED BUSINESS —Chairman Lancaster called for new or unfinished business and no one responded. 7