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noted that it may not be decided in May because there could be a write in candidate or <br /> someone could petition on to the ballot. <br /> Ms. Carstensen stated there are a lot of unknowns and she tried to look at the outcomes even if <br /> have 2 that file for office there could be a write in candidate and Hall County has had a write in <br /> candidate for county attorney. Even if you wait until March 1st that does not assure that there <br /> will be only 1. She noted that if she is appointed to the remainder of the term she can work well <br /> with the attorneys and the attorneys in the region. She has been with Hall County for 13 years <br /> and can do a good job for the rest of the term. She does not want to lose the benefits because <br /> she knows she will be in a different position in March, May, or November and even in January <br /> 2019. <br /> Richardson noted that there are a lot of unknowns and ask for a motion to narrow down the <br /> discussion. <br /> Arnold made a motion and Lanfear seconded to delay appointing the replacement for the county <br /> attorney until after the filing deadline. <br /> Bredthauer questioned who would take charge and by law it would be Chief Deputy Sarah <br /> Carstensen. <br /> Discussion was held on the benefits and Quandt questioned how it would work. <br /> Mr. Zitterkopf stated that there is the possibility of a write-in candidate and also someone could <br /> petition to be on the ballot after the primary elections. They could make an appointment to fill <br /> the rest of the term until a new county attorney is elected and sworn in. <br /> Arnold stated that he is talking himself out of the position and if they take action today <br /> It may attract other people to file. There is not an incumbent on the ballot and the board is not <br /> selecting someone. It also gives an attorney that is not in the office more hope of success in the <br /> election. It may be better not doing his motion. He made it for discussion. <br /> Lanfear stated this is way too complicated. The best way is to fill out the term and then whoever <br /> gets elected will start. <br /> Arnold withdrew his motion and Lanfear withdrew his second. <br /> Lancaster made a motion and Lanfear seconded to appoint Sarah Carstensen as County <br /> Attorney and to set the salary at the current salary for county attorney and there will be no laps <br /> in her sick and vacation accruals, <br /> Schuppan stated that he respects Jack's opinion and by doing it this way it will open it up for <br /> anyone who wants to run for county attorney. <br /> The vote on the motion was taken. Arnold, Bredthauer, Lancaster, Lanfear, Quandt, <br /> Richardson and Schuppan all voted yes and none voted no. Motion carried. <br /> 5. PHILLIP ERB HALL COUNTY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017— <br /> Mr. Erb thanked the board for the opportunity to do the audit and thanked the department heads <br /> for their assistance providing information. <br /> 3 <br />