HomeMy WebLinkAbout0202 Minutes for February 2, 2021 Adams County Board of Commissioners
Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, February 2,2021
Courthouse,Adams County
A regular meeting of the Adams County Board of Commissioners was held with Chairman Lee Hogan
presiding.
Motion by Larsen,seconded by Curtis that this is an open public meeting of the Adams County Board of
Commissioners. Roll Call;Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,Johnson,Curtis, Neumann Nays: None Absent:
Orthmann
Chairman Hogan inquired if there were any conflicts of interest. No conflicts were disclosed.
Roll was taken, roll call members present, Michael Stromer- District 1,Glen Larsen—District 2, Lee
Hogan- District 3, Harold Johnson—District 4, Dale Curtis- District 5, Chuck Neumann—District 6.
Absent: Eldon Orthmann—District 7
Chairman Hogan stated minutes from the January 19, 2021 have been circulated to board members. •
Hogan stated that if there were no corrections the minutes will stand as approved.
No minute corrections were suggested and the minutes were approved by unanimous consent.
Public notice of this meeting has been given by publication in the Hastings Tribune and by posting.
Agenda was available to the board members and was kept continuously current and posted in the
County Clerk's office,the main courthouse lobby and the Adams County website.The following is the
agenda of items to be heard, no modifications were made to the agenda after 9:30 a.m.the business
day prior to this meeting
Agenda for Meeting
of Adams County Board of Commissioners
County Board Room,Courthouse,2nd Floor
*Date of Meeting.February 2.2021. 9:30 A.M.
Chairman to request a motion that this is an open public meeting of the Adams County Board of Commissioners
Announce location of Agenda&Open Meetings Law postings
Reminder to turn off all cell phones
Pledge of Allegiance
Conflicts of Interest
Roll call:
Approve minutes:
Committee reports:
Receive Comments from the Public:
9:45 Judge Illingworth&Joe Budnick—Present for possible approval,an interlocal agreement relating to
probation services
Melanie Curry—report and possible action regarding township debt
10:00 am—Annual Meeting of the Adams County Cemetery Board
Dawn Miller-Present&Review proposed 2021-2027 One&Six Year Road/Bridge Improvement Plan prior
to Public Hearing on February 16.2021 C 10:15 a.m.
Judy Mignery—present for possible approval Case#21-02.1 Arnold Subdivision a tract in the NW'A Section
24-TSN-R9W
Dave Bergin—Present for possible approval.Resolution 2020-02-02.01 outlining policies regarding the
payment of sales tax
Dave Bergin/John Rust—Present for possible approval,an agreement between Adams County and Seward
County for to house inmates at the Seward County Detention Center
Dave Bergin—Request motion to set a public hearing regarding an isolated land case
Closed Session—for the protection of the public interest:for discussion with legal counsel about possible
disposition of small plot of county owned land
Miscellaneous Business
Claims
Miscellaneous Receipts
Officer Reports
This agenda is subject to amending until 9:30 AM on the Monday preceding the Board meeting.
Note to Citizens:Any agenda item may be moved down at any time at the discretion of the Chairman of the
Board of Supervisors.
Last updated on February 1.2021 at 8:52 am
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Board members attended the following committee meetings and community events since the January
19, 2021 meeting and provided a brief report:
Neumann— January 27,2021—Attended an Adams County Road and Bridge meeting
Participated in numerous calls with the South Heartland District Health Department
regarding the Covidl9 vaccine
Neumann also informed everyone that the second round of nurse coaching calls will be
taking place in February and March,this is a requirement with the Adams County
Wellness Program,additionally Neumann stated the Adams County Bowling night will be
held tonight at 6:30,this is sponsored by the Adams County Wellness Committee
Curtis- January 21,2021-Participated in a NIRMA training via Zoom regarding the Americans
with Disabilities Act Disputes
January 27,2021—Participated in a Hasting Chamber meeting via Zoom
January 28&29,2021—Participated in an Adams County Justice Center meeting via
Zoom
January 28,2021—Attended a South Central Economic Development District meeting
via Zoom
February 2,2021—Attended an Adams County Building and Grounds Committee
meeting
Larsen- January 19,2021—Attended an ASAAP Board meeting where ASAAP financial report
was discussed
January 19,2021—Attended an LEPC meeting
January 27,2021—Attended an Adams County Road and Bridge Committee meeting
January 28,2021—Attended an Adams County Road and Bridge Committee meeting
Johnson- January 9,2021—Attended NACO training for newly elected county board members via
Zoom
January 28,2021—Attended a phone conference for an update on Adams County Roads
after the recent snow storm
February 2,2021—Attended an Adams County Building and Grounds Committee
meeting
Stromer- January 28,2021—Attended a Community Action Partnership Board meeting and
reported that fees for RYDE Transportation will likely increase next year due to the loss
of some federal funding
January 28,2021—Attended a phone conference for an update on Adams County Roads
after the recent snow storm
February 1,2021—Attended an Adams County Planning and Zoning meeting
February 2,2021—Attended an Adams County Building and Grounds Committee
meeting and reported a recent termite issue has been resolved,and the upgrades to the
Extension Building have been completed and new waiting area chairs have been
purchased for the main courthouse building
Hogan- January 22,2021—Participated in a Region 3 meeting via Zoom
January 27,2021—Attended an Adams County Road and Bridge meeting
January 29,2021—Participated in an Adams County Justice Center meeting via Zoom
Chairman Hogan opened the meeting to receive comments from the public.
No public comments were made.
Adams County Deputy Treasurer, Dee Thaut, provided a Township report on behalf of Treasurer Curry.
Thaut reported that the county is still waiting on final paperwork from the Adams County Townships
which became dissolved as of January 7, 2021.Thaut stated we are still waiting for final payments from
Roseland and Zero Township and Clerk Thomas stated most of the townships need to submit a final
bank statement indicating the account has been closed. No action is needed at this time and the
treasurer and clerk's office will provide another update at the next regular board meeting.
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Judge Stephen Illingworth presented the board with an agreement between Buffalo,Adams and Hall
Counties for the Central Nebraska Veterans'Treatment Court. Illingworth provided a background and
description of the program.Adams County Attorney, Donna Fegler Diass and Adams County Probation
Officer Joseph Budnick were also present in support of Adams County participating in the program.
Motion by Curtis,seconded by Stromer to approve Adams County Participating in the Central Nebraska
Veterans'Treatment Court with Hall and Buffalo Counties. Roll Call;Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,
Johnson, Curtis, Neumann Nays: None Absent:Orthmann
AGREEMENT
Providing Personnel and Services for
Central Nebraska Veterans Treatment Court
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between the Nebraska Counties of Buffalo,
Hall, and Adams ("Counties") and the Administrative Office of the Courts & Probation
("Probation") (collectively the "parties") for the Central Nebraska Veterans' Treatment Court
("Veterans' Treatment Court").
WHEREAS,the Counties desire to run a Veterans' Treatment Court; and
WHEREAS,Probation is willing to provide personnel to the Counties so that the Counties can run
a Veterans' Treatment Court.
NOW,THEREFORE,the parties mutually agree as follows:
1. The term of the Agreement is February 1,2021 through June 30,2022. This Agreement may
only be modified by mutual written agreement of the parties hereto.
2. Probation will provide Staff for the Veterans' Treatment Court. Staff shall serve in Buffalo,
Hall, and Adams counties. Staff shall be employees of Probation and shall exclusively
perform their duties in accordance with Probation Policy and Procedures. Said Staff shall be
selected by the District's Chief Probation Officer with the approval of Probation. The
aforementioned Staff shall perform duties respectively as outlined within his/her job
description in a professional and competent manner.
3. Participants in the Veterans' Treatment Court who access programs or services in which
Probation personnel or Probation resources are utilized shall be charged the one-time
administrative enrollment fee and the monthly Probation programming fee required pursuant
to Neb.Rev. Stat. §29-2262.06(2). Any participant who defaults on the payment of any such
fees may be removed from such program or service, at the discretion of the Veterans'
Treatment Court. This does not preclude additional local fees for participation in such
programs and services. The Veterans' Treatment Court shall establish the administrative
enrollment fee and monthly Programming fees in accordance with the rules established by
Probation and policies adopted by the Veterans'Treatment Court.
4. It is expressly agreed by the parties that this Agreement does not create an employer/employee
relationship between the Counties and said Staff. Said Staff shall not receive any
compensation directly from the Counties, only such compensation, including benefits, as
he/she may be entitled to pursuant to his/her terms of employment with Probation. Probation
shall be responsible for Staff and for payment of all federal,state, local, and any other payroll
taxes with respect to Staff compensation.
S. It is expressly agreed by the parties that Probation will provide training to the Staff at
Probation's expense. The Counties agree to provide,at no cost to Probation,office space and
necessary office equipment and supplies for respective Staff
6. The Counties agree to indemnify and hold harmless,to the fullest extent allowed by law,Court
and its principals,officers and employees from and against all claims,demands,suits,actions,
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payments, liabilities, judgments, and expenses (including court-ordered attorneys' fees),
arising out of or resulting from the acts or omissions of their principals,officers or employees
in the performance of this Agreement. Liability includes any claims, damages, losses, and
expenses arising out of or resulting from performance of this Agreement that results in any
claim for damage whatsoever including bodily injury,civil rights liability,sickness,disease,
or damage to or destruction of tangible property,including the loss of use resulting therefrom.
Further, the Counties shall maintain a policy or policies of insurance (or a self-insurance
program),sufficient in coverage and amount to pay any judgments or related expenses from or
in conjunction with any such claims.
7. Each party hereby agrees to obey and comply with any and all applicable laws, rules and
regulations in governing its activities under the terms of this Agreement. Further,each party
agrees that in providing services pursuant to this Agreement,it shall not discriminate against
any employee, applicant for employment,juvenile, or any other person on the basis of race,
color,religion,sex,disability,national origin,age,marital status,receipt of public assistance,
or any other basis prohibited by applicable state or federal law.
8. It is understood and agreed by the parties hereto,that if any part,term,condition,or provision
of this Agreement is held to be illegal or in conflict with any laws of this State or of the United
States,the validity of the remaining parts,terms,conditions or provision shall not be affected,
and the rights and obligations of the parties shall be construed and enforced as if the Agreement
did not`contain that particular part,term,condition or provision.
9. Either party may terminate this Agreement for any reason by giving the other party thirty(30)
days written notice of its intention to terminate.
10.This Agreement may not be assigned without the prior written consent of the other party.
11.This Agreement shall supersede any and all previous agreements between the parties regarding
the subject matter covered herein,and any previous agreements are hereby terminated by this
agreement of the parties.
EXECUTED this day of ,2021 by the Administrative Office
of the Courts&Probation.
Deb Minardi
State Probation Administrator
EXECUTED this day of ,2021,by Buffalo County,
Nebraska.
William McMullen
Chairman of the Board
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EXECU 1'ED this day of ,2021,by Hall County,Nebraska.
Pam Lancaster
Chairwoman of the Board
EXECUTED this day of ,2021,by Adams County,
Nebraska.
Lee Hogan
Chairman of the Board
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Motion by Neumann, seconded by Stromer to meet as an Adams County Cemetery Board for the annual
Meeting. Roll Call;Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,Johnson, Curtis, Neumann Nays: None Absent:
Orthmann
Entered Cemetery Board Meeting at 10:02 a.m.
(See Cemetery Board Minutes;Cemetery Board Book 1 page 33)
Motion by Neumann, seconded by Curtis to close the annual meeting of the Adams County Cemetery
Board and resume regular session. Roll Call;Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,Johnson, Curtis, Neumann
Nays: None Absent:Orthmann
Regular Session resumed at 10:08 am
Adams County Highway Superintendent, Dawn Miller, presented the board with a preview of the Adams
County 2021 One and Six Year Road Plan, in preparation for the Public Hearing of the road plan
scheduled for 10:15 am on February 16, 2021.
No action is necessary as the road plans will again be reviewed during the public hearing scheduled for
February 16th at 10:15 am.
Adams County Planning and Zoning Director,Judy Mignery, presented the board with planning and
zoning case#21-01.1; plans for the Arnold Subdivision. Mignery read the Zoning Administrator's
Comments into the record:
ADAMS COUNTY
PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT
Judy Mignery,Zoning Director
500 N.Denver Ave.,Hastings,NE 68901
Phone: 402-461-7174 Fax: 402-461-7177
Office Hours: Monday Thursday,8:00—12:00 and 1:00—4:00
DATE: February 1,2021
TO: Adams County Planning Commission&Board of Commissioners
FROM: Zoning Staff—Judy Mignery,Director
RE: Case#21-01.1 Arnold Subdivision
Applicant: Caleb Arnold, 1303 Markay Dr,Juniata
Owner: Ron&Norma King,6460 N Maxon Ave,Trumbull,NE
Location: Tract in the NW '/Section 24-T8N-R9W
Zoned Use: Ag
Zoning Administrator's Comments: The applicant would like to subdivide 3.00 acres in the
NW 1/4 Section 24-T8N-R9W. The proposed subdivision contains no improvements. The
applicant would like to build a house on the property. The proposed plat does not fall within the
flood plain. All requirements of the existing County and Village Subdivision Regulations and
the Zoning Regulations have been met.
Mignery stated the Adams County Planning and Zoning Committee has approved the plans and is now
requesting County Board approval.
Motion by Neumann, seconded by Stromer to approve plans for the Arnold Subdivision as presented by
Mignery. Roll Call;Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,Johnson,Curtis, Neumann Nays: None Absent:
Orthmann
Adams County Deputy Attorney, David Bergin, presented the board with Resolution 2021-02-20.01;
outlining policies when paying sales tax.
Bergin stated he has worked with the clerks office in drafting the resolution and Clerk Thomas proposed
an amendment to article#3, requiring a receipt from the treasurer be submitted to the clerks office to
be attached to any claim where sales tax has been reimbursed to the county.
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Motion by Neumann, seconded by Larsen to amend the resolution to include the submission of a receipt
to the clerk's office, as proposed by Clerk Thomas. Roll Call;Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,Johnson,
Curtis, Neumann Nays: None Absent: Orthmann
Motion by Neumann,seconded by Larsen to adopt Resolution 2021-02-02.01 as amended. Roll Call;
Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,Johnson, Curtis, Neumann Nays: None Absent:Orthmann
RESOLUTION
RELATING TO THE PAYMENT OF SALES TAX ON PURCHASES BY
COUNTY OFFICIALS THROUGH THE CLAIMS PROCESS
AND LIMITS THEREON
RESOLUTION NO.A7,7/- -( 2. el/
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF ADAMS COUNTY THAT:
1. There has been a continuous finding by the State Auditor that Adams County is often paying sales
tax when Adams County is a sales tax exempt entity.
2. Adams County has established tax exempt accounts with on-line vendors which include Amazon,
Quill,Custom Ink,and others.A list of such vendors shall be maintained in the County Clerk's
Office for reference by all elected and appointed officials.
3. Hereinafter,the payment of sales tax by any official's office SHALL NOT be approved by the
Board of Commissioners if the office making such claim made a purchase and did not utilize a
tax exempt account. The department head of the office which paid sales tax inappropriately in
the manner described in this paragraph shall be required to reimburse Adams County for any such
sales tax paid by making payment to the County Treasurer along with a copy of a receipt which
shows that the department head paid the sales tax in question.
4. If an office frequently makes purchases or otherwise does business with a local vendor the office
should establish a tax exempt account with such vendor and notify the County Clerk that such
account has been established.
5. Purchases in excess of fifty dollars($50.00)shall require the office to establish a tax exempt
account with a vendor whether or not the office is likely to do business with the vendor in the
future.
6. The Board of Commissioners may agree to approve the payment of sales tax by an office if a
written explanation is given therefor and the reimbursement which is approved by the Board of
Commissioners is payable directly to the office.
7. Payments to hotels shall also be made on a tax exempt basis but it is hereby required that the
hotel bill shall be set up as a DIRECT BILL to Adams County. This shall be done in order to
permit the filing of the proper forms with the Nebraska Department of Revenue.
ENACTED THIS 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY,2021.
ADAMS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS,
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Rhona R. Thomas, Adams County Clerk
Deputy Attorney Bergin presented the board with an agreement with Seward County for the housing of
inmates.Adams County Sheriff,John Rust and Deputy Attorney Bergin have reviewed the agreement
and are requesting board approval.
Motion by Stromer,seconded by Curtis to approve the agreement as presented by Bergin. Roll Call;
Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,Johnson,Curtis, Neumann Nays: None Absent:Orthmann
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CONTRACT BETWEEN
SEWARD COUNTY,NEBRASKA
AND
ADAMS COUNTY,NEBRASKA
This agreement is entered into by and between the County of Seward,
Nebraska,hereinafter referred to as"Seward County"and the County of Adams,
Nebraska,hereinafter referred to as"Adams County."
WHEREAS,Adams County desires to enter into contract with Seward
County to house inmates at the Seward County Detention Center("Detention
Center")who are held under Adams County's lawful authority;and
WHEREAS,Seward County is willing to perform this service for Adams
County under certain terms and conditions contained herein.
NOW,THEREFORE,in consideration of mutual covenants contained herein,
the parties agree as follows:
1. INMATE HOUSING:Seward County shall receive and house Adams County
inmates from time to time at the request of Adams County.Seward County
will assume the safekeeping,care and sustenance of those inmates who are
held under Adams County's lawful authority.Said safekeeping,care and
sustenance shall include food,clothing,shelter,programs and services,
recreation,inmate visitation,necessary staff support,and medical and
dental care.
2. CONSIDERATION:In consideration for the safekeeping,care,and
sustenance provided by Seward County,Adams County shall pay Seward
County the sum of$65.00 per inmate for each day that the inmate is
housed in Seward County.In regard to billing procedures,the parties agree
to the following provisions:
a. The billing day starts at 12:01 a.m.and an inmate is charged the full
housing cost if they are at the Detention Center for any period of
time after that.
b. A current list of inmates housed for Adams County shall be
maintained by the Seward County Detention Center Director or
his/her designee.
c. Seward County shall submit monthly itemized statements for
inmates who were housed at the Detention Center during the prior
month.Such statements shall include:the name,the dates of
admittance and discharge,length of stay,the total billing amount
and any special charges,including medical and dental expenses,for
each inmate.All charges shall be paid by Adams County within 45
days from the date on which the statement is received.
3. SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY SEWARD COUNTY:Seward County shall:
a. Manage the Detention Center in accordance with such rules as may
be adopted time to time by the Nebraska Jail Standards.
b. Maintain the Detention Center in a clean and sanitary condition.
Adams County inmates housed at the Detention Center shall not be
subject to corporal punishment,cruel or inhumane treatment,or
abuse.
c. Not discriminate against any Inmate due to race,color,disability,
religion,sex,age,genetics,or national origin,in any manner relating
to his or her custody.
d. Permit Adams County law enforcement officials to have in person
contact with all Adams County inmates in custody.
4. MEDICAL AND DENTAL SERVICES AND EXPENSES:The parties agree to the
following:
a. Adams County shall be responsible for the cost of any medical and
dental services provided to inmates that are incurred by Seward
County due to treatment not covered in the Detention Center,unless
such expenses arises from injuries or illness that are caused by the
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acts or omissions of Seward County,its agents,employees,
representatives,or other inmates housed in the Detention Center.All
charges shall be paid by Adams County within 45 days from the date
on which the statement is received.
b. Adams County shall be responsible for all prescriptions provided to
Adams County inmates.
c. Seward County will notify Adams County prior to providing medical
and dental treatment except In the case of the emergency.If an
emergency occurs and the Adams County inmate needs treatment,
Adams County will be notified of the situation immediately.The costs
of any emergency treatments will be the responsibility of Adams
County pursuant to this section.
d. Seward County agrees to be responsible for the costs of any in-house
medical services provided by the Detention Center's contracted
medical vendor.
5. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS:The parties further agree as follows:
a. Seward County reserves the right to request the removal of any
Adams County inmate determined to have a communicable disease
or to be mentally ill and dangerous to themselves and/or others.
b. Inmates classified to administrative segregation will not be
transferred to Seward County without Seward County's prior
approval.Seward County will make every effort to manage inmate
behavior at its Detention Center prior to requesting an inmate's
removal.
c. Seward County will accept and store the inmate's personal property
that the inmate is not allowed to possess within the Detention
Center.
d. In the event that an inmate from Adams County is required to be
returned to custody in Adams County,it is the responsibility of
Adams County to transport said inmate upon his/her release from
Seward County to Adams County at Adams County's cost.
e. Each party agrees to hold harmless and indemnify to the fullest
extent allowed by law,the other party and its principals,officers,and
employees from and against all claims,demands,suits,actions,
payments,liabilities,judgments and expenses(including court-
ordered attorneys'fees),arising out of or resulting from the acts or
omissions of their principals,officers,or employees in the
performance of this Agreement. Liability includes any claims,
damages,losses,and expenses arising out of or resulting from
performance of this Agreement that results in any claim for damage
whatsoever including any bodily injury,civil rights liability,or damage
to or destruction of tangible property. Each party shall cooperate
with the other party in its defense or settlement negotiation of any
claim,demand or suit. Further,each party shall maintain a policy or
policies of insurance(or a self-insurance program),sufficient in
coverage and amount to pay any judgments or related expenses
from or in conjunction with any such claims.Nothing in this
Agreement shall require either party to indemnify or hold harmless
the other party from liability for the negligent or wrongful acts or
omissions of said other party or its principals,officers,or employees.
f. It is agreed that nothing contained herein is intended or should be
construed in any manner as creating or establishing a partnership or
joint venture between the Parties. Any and all acts that either Party
or their personnel,employees,agents,contractors,or servants,
perform pursuant to the terms of this Agreement shall be
undertaken as independent contractors and not as employees of the
other.The Parties shall,except as provided herein,act in their
individual capacities and not as agents,employees,partners,joint
ventures or associates of the other.An employee or agent of one
shall not be deemed or construed to be the employee or agent of the
other for any purpose whatsoever.None of the Parties nor its
personnel,employees,agents,contractors,or servants shall be
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entitled to any benefits of the other.The Parties shall not provide
any insurance coverage to the other or their employees including,
but not limited to,workers'compensation insurance.Each Party shall
pay all wages,salaries and other amounts due its employees and
shall be responsible for all reports,obligations,and payments
pertaining to social security taxation,Income tax withholding,
workers'compensation,unemployment compensation,group
insurance coverage,collective bargaining agreements or any other
such similar matters.Any and all claims that may or might arise
under the Workers'Compensation Act of the State of Nebraska on
behalf of said personnel or other persons while so engaged,and any
and all claims whatsoever on behalf of any such person or personnel
arising out of employment or alleged employment,including without
limitation claims of discrimination against a Party its officers,
employees,agents,contractors or servants shall in no way be the
responsibility of the other Party. Neither Party shall have any
authority to bind the other by or with any contract or agreement,nor
to impose any liability upon the other.All acts and contracts of each
shall be in its own name and not in the name of the other,unless
otherwise provided herein.
g. Neither Party shall assign its duties and responsibilities under this
Agreement without the express written permission of the other party
to this Agreement.
h. if any portion of this Agreement is held invalid,that provision shall be
severed and the remainder hereof shall not be affected thereby if
such remainder would then continue to conform to the terms and
requirements of applicable law.
i. Failure or delay by any party to exercise any right or power under this
Agreement will not operate as a waiver of such right or power. In
order to be effective,all waivers must be in writing and signed by the
waiving party. An effective waiver of a right or power shall not be
construed as either a future or continuing waiver of that same right
or power,or the waiver of any other right or power. In addition,any
act by a party which it is not obligated to do hereunder shall not be
deemed to impose any obligation upon that party to do any similar
act in the future or in any way change or alter any of the provisions
of this Agreement.
j. This Agreement shall be subject to,and construed under,the laws of
the State of Nebraska. Parties shall bring any and all legal
proceedings arising hereunder in the State of Nebraska in the District
Court of Seward County or for any federal action,in the United States
District Court for the State of Nebraska located in Omaha,Nebraska.
k. In further consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained,
the parties hereto expressly agree that for purposes of notice,during
the term of this Agreement and for the period of any applicable
statute of limitations thereafter,the following named individuals
shall be the authorized representatives of the Parties:
For Seward: For Adams:
Seward County Clerk's Office Adams County Clerk's Office
529 Seward St#205 500 W.4th St.Suite 109
Seward,NE 68434 Hastings,NE 68901
Notice shall be In writing and shall be effective upon receipt.Delivery
may be by hand,in which case a signed receipt shall be obtained or
by the United States Postal Service,registered or certified,return
receipt requested.
I. Prior to filing any litigation,the parties agree to use informal means
to attempt to resolve any disputes. Parties will contact the designees
in this Agreement for a face to face meeting to resolve any
disputes/conflicts. These conflict resolution provisions are not
intended to extend or toll any applicable statute of limitations.
m.Both Parties agree that in accordance with the Nebraska Fair
Employment Practice Act,Neb.Rev.stat.§48-1122,they,or any of
their subcontractors,will not discriminate against any employee,or
applicant for employment to be employed in the performance of this
Agreement,with respect to hire,tenure,terms,fpnditions,or
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privileges of employment because of the race,color,religion,sex,
disability,or national origin of the employee or applicant.Neither
party shall,in the performance of this Agreement,discriminate or
permit discrimination in violation of federal or state laws or local
ordinances.
n. Except as may be otherwise specifically provided in this Agreement,
neither party shall be in default under this Agreement if and to the
extent that any failure or delay in such party's performance of one or
more of its obligations hereunder is caused by any of the following
conditions,and such party's performance of such obligation or
obligations shall be excused and extended for and during the period
of any such delay: act of God;fire;flood;war or civil disorder;or any
other cause beyond the reasonable control of such party. The party
claiming relief under this section shall promptly notify the other in
writing of the existence of the event relied on and the cessation or
termination of said event.
o. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the Parties. No
representations were made or relied upon by either Party other than
those that are expressly set forth herein. No agent,employee or
other representative of either Party is empowered to alter any of the
terms hereof except as provided herein.
p. This Agreement may be modified only by written amendment,duly
executed by authorized officials of the Parties. No alteration or
variation of the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall be valid
unless made in writing and signed by the Parties hereto.Every
amendment shall specify the date on which its provisions shall be
effective.
q. Both Parties are required and hereby agree to use a federal
immigration verification system to determine the work eligibility
status of new employees physically performing services within
Nebraska. A federal immigration verification system means the
electronic verification of the work authorization program authorized
by the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act
of 1996,8 U.S.C.1324a,known as the E-Verify Program,or an
equivalent federal program designated by the United States
Department of Homeland Security or other federal agency
authorized to verify the work eligibility status of a newly hired
employee.
r. This Agreement does not create a separate legal entity under the
interlocal Cooperation Act. For purposes of that Act,this Agreement
shall be administered jointly by the Parties,in the event of a conflict,
the decision of the County providing the service shall govern. This
Agreement does not contemplate acquiring,holding or disposing of
joint property nor does it contemplate the levying or collecting of any
tax.
s. At all times when housing inmate(s)pursuant to this Agreement,
each Party shall have in full force and effect a policy of insurance to
cover any omission,commission,failure to act,negligence,civil rights
violation and any and all other damages and loss for any cause of
action which may accrue to inmate(s)while housed pursuant to the
terms of this Agreement.
t. In the performance of this Agreement,both Parties will avoid all
conflicts of interests or appearances of conflict of interest. Parties
will report any conflict of interest immediately to the other. Both
Parties assure that no employee of the other wilt have a financial or
personal interest in this Agreement. Parties did not and will not
provide any money or other benefit of any kind to any employee of
the other in the procuring of,facilitation of,execution of or during
the duration of this Agreement.
u. Seward shall adopt and comply with Prison Rape Elimination Act
(PREA)standards per United States Department of Justice 28 C.F.R.
Part 115§115.12.
6. DURATION: This Agreement shall be in full force and effect for the term of
one(1)year from the date hereof,unless terminated by a Party as provided
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herein.After the expiration of the initial term,this Agreement shall
automatically renew and continue in full force and effect annually on a
year-to-year,twelve(12)month basis until terminated herein. Either Party
may terminate this Agreement at any time for any reason upon sixty(60)
days written notice to the other Party of its intention to terminate this
Agreement. If either Party defaults in the performance of this Agreement,
the other Party will give to the defaulting Party a written and detailed
notice of the default. The defaulting Party will have thirty(30)days
thereafter to provide a written plan to cure the default that is acceptable to
the other party and begin Implementing the cure plan Immediately after
plan approval. If the defaulting Party fails to provide or Implement the cure
plan,then the injured Party,in addition to any other rights available to it
under law,may immediately terminate this Agreement effective upon
giving a written notice of termination to the defaulting Party.
Dated this day of ,2018 Dated this day of .2018
SEWARD COUNTY BOARD OF ADAMS COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS COMMISSIONERS
BY: BY:
CHAIR CHAIR
Approved as to form Approved as to form
Seward County Attorney Adams County Attorney
Deputy Attorney Bergin requested the board formally set a date and time to hear arguments for or
against the previous Lay/Strasburg isolated land hearing being vacated.
Motion by Neumann, seconded by Johnson to set requested hearing for 10:45 am on February 16,2021
and allow phone testimony. Roll Call;Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,Johnson,Curtis, Neumann Nays:
None Absent:Orthmann
Bergin stated he will inform all involved parties of the date and time of hearing.
Motion by Neumann, seconded by Stromer to approve the claims and direct the county clerk to pay
them out of their respective accounts. Roll Call;Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,Johnson,Curtis,
Neumann Nays: None Absent:Orthmann
Motion by Stromer,seconded by Curtis to approve officer reports submitted by the Adams County Clerk
and the Clerk of the District Court. Roll Call;Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,Johnson, Curtis, Neumann
Nays: None Absent:Orthmann
Officer Report—Clerk
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ADAMS COUNTY BOARD OF SLTERVISORS
HASTINGS,NE 65901
HEREWITH IS A TRUE AND CORRECT REPORT OF THE
FEES RECEIVED IN THE COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE FOR
THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2021 SHOWN BY THP.FEF.ROOK
LN SAID OFFICE.
UCC FILING S.00
MISCELLANEOUS RECORD 50.00
MARRIAGE LICENSE S278.00
COMES AND SEARCHES x.00
FILING FELS $0.00
OTHER 50.00
TOTAL.FEES JANUARY 2021 S725.00
SUBSCRIBED AND SWO• 'r'ME •'1'r DAY
OF FEBRAUItY 2021 t`/
COUNTY CLERK
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN BEFORE ME TILE I'r DAY
OF FEBRUARY 2021
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Monthly Fees/Fines Report Date 2/01/2021
From 01/01/2021 to 01/31/2021 Time 9:35:41
Account Description Total Amount
Petition 490.00
Information 70.00
Filing Fee - State 42.00
Automation Fee 416.00
Appeal - Civil 70.00
Transcript of Lien 250.00
Probation Admn Enrollment Fee 60.00
Probation Fee (Monthly) 900.00
Probation Intensive Supervisio 140.00
NSC Education Fee 51.00
Dispute Resolution Fee 38.25
Indigent Defense Fee 153.00
Uniform Data Analysis Fee 52.00
Drug Ct Admin Enrollment Fee 30.00
Drug Ct Supry Fee 270.00 �Ia
Drug Ct Local Fee 4,299.00 s
Interstate Prob Admin Enrollme 60.00
Interstate Probation Fee (Mont 70.00
PRS Prob Fee (Monthly) 150.00 N
PRS Admn Enrollment Fee 444.75
Dissolution Fee 250.00 I 1 i
Parenting Act Fund 900.00
J.R.F. 312.00 S
Filing Fee-JRF 252.00 A
Crime Victim Fund 2.00 s i
Civil Legal Services Fund 14.00 mt
L.E.I.F. 28.00
Legal Aid/Services Fund 120.00 �
Legal Aid/Services Fund 325.00
Issuance of Writ 5.00
Complete Record 420.00
Photocopy Fees 70.00 �J>,
Interest on Bank Account 6.93 "60'
Interest
Costs 421.37
County Court Fees 150.00
Sheriff's Fees 2.00
Service Fees 72.00
Substance Abuse Testing Fees 210.00
Offender Assessment Screening 30.00
Sup Ct Filing Fee 80.00
Spousal Support/Alimony 17,330.00
Property Settlement 2,336.10
Judgment (General) 80,675.41
Guardian Ad Litem 100.00
Attorney Fees 2,326.96
Restitution 3,394.00
Passport Processing Fee-County 1,295.00
HHS Account 2,282.00
Bindover Ten Percent Bond 10,305.00
Refund 51,021.65
Bond .00
Holding Acct 300.00
Grand Total 183,092.42
Motion by Neumann, seconded by Larsen to meet in closed session;for the protection of the public
interest,for discussion with legal counsel regarding possible disposition of small plot of county owned
land. Roll Call;Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,Johnson, Curtis, Neumann Nays: None Absent:Orthmann
Entered closed session at 11:07 am
Motion by Larsen, seconded by Stromer to exit closed session and resume regular session. Roll Call;
Ayes:Stromer, Larsen, Hogan,Johnson,Curtis, Neumann Nays: None Absent: Orthmann
Regular session resumed at 11:30 am
No action was taken while in closed session and only legal matters associated with county owned land
was discussed.
Board adjourned by unanimous consent.
COUNTY GENERAL
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 536.50
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 698.90
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 1,741.45
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 813.45
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 813.45
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 536.50
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 1,046. 90
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 246.50
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 1,728.40
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 145.00
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 638 .00
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 3, 635.15
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FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 2,219. 95
FIVE POINTS BANK,VICTIMS ASSISTANCE PROGRA 391.50
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 3,314 .70
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 276. 95
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 145.00
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 246.50
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 421. 95
MIPS, DATA PROCESSING COSTS 16.00
EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS,EQUIPMENT RENTAL - OFFICE 182.83
HOMETOWN LEASING,EQUIPMENT RENTAL - OFFICE 340.30
EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS,OFFICE EQUIPMENT 62 .04
DELL MARKETING LP, DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT 1, 675.98
BEAR GRAPHICS INC, SUPPLIES - OFFICE 497. 10
SARA BOCKSTADTER,MENTAL HEALTH BOARD COSTS 204.25
LB413164 BLUE 360 MEDIA,DUES,SUBS,REGIST,TRAINING 81.75
FAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS, SUPPLIES - OFFICE 2,345.64
TOM HAWES,MISCELLANEOUS 56.00
HOMETOWN LEASING,EQUIPMENT RENTAL - OFFICE 581. 65
WALMART,COUNTY COURT COSTS 26.85
CARPENTER & SKALKA, DEPOSITION 230.00
EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS, SUPPLIES - OFFICE 195.07
JACKIE J STROMER QUEEN,TRANSCRIPTS 360.25
KATIE HUSTON,DEPOSITION 20.00
BECKY MCCRACKEN CERTIFIED,TRANSCRIPTS 580.70
ANTHONY MILLS, DEPOSITION 20.00
THEOBALD LAW OFFICE,ATTRNY FEES-COURT APPOINT 3, 718.25
AUTO VALUE - HASTINGS,MISCELLANEOUS 22. 99
BIG G COMMERCIAL HARDWARE INC ,MISCELLANEOUS 4.72
CENTRA CHEMICAL SERVICES INC,CHEMICALS UN RES 729.30
DIAL HTG & AC,HEATING AND AIR CONDITION 10, 100.00
FAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS, JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 11. 94
EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS, FURNITURE/REMODELING 3, 407.16
EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS,MISCELLANEOUS 393. 60
HASTINGS UTILITIES,UTILITIES 8, 191.06
MENARDS,BLDG REPAIR-COURTHOUSE 56.25
MENARDS,BLDG REPAIR-ANNEX/WALLACE 83.72
MENARDS, SHOP TOOLS 80. 16
MENARDS,BLDG REPAIR-ANNEX/WALLACE 514.83
MENARDS,MISCELLANEOUS 35. 93
W G PAULEY LUMBER CO,BLDG REPAIR-ANNEX/WALLACE 7 .59
RUTT'S HEATING & AIR CONDITION,HEATING AND AIR CONDITION 418.48
SHERWIN WILLIAMS,BLDG REPAIR-ANNEX/WALLACE 31.32
MIPS,MISCELLANEOUS LABOR 516.00
MIPS,EQUIPMENT RENTAL - OFFICE 190.00
LB413164 BLUE 360 MEDIA,DUES, SUBS,REGIST,TRAINING 1, 699.13
CITY OF HASTINGS,CONTRACT SERV 10,538 . 67
CHRIS'S CAR WASH,TRAVEL EXPENSES 71.40
CORNHUSKER PRESS INC, PRINTING/PUBLISHING 133.30
EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS, SUPPLIES - OFFICE 327 .89
EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS, DATA PROCESSING COSTS 10.15
HASTINGS FORD-LINCOLN,EQUIPMENT - FUEL 76.55
HOMETOWN LEASING,EQUIPMENT RENTAL - OFFICE 246.37
KENESAW MOTOR CO INC,EQUIPMENT - FUEL 55. 65
NATIONAL SHERIFFS' ASSOCIATION, DUES, SUBS,REGIST,TRAINING 135.00
NEBRASKA PUBLIC HLTH EVIRO LAB, SHERIFF COSTS 105.00
PLATTE VALLEY OF HASTINGS INC ,RADIO REPAIR 205.00
PLATTE VALLEY OF HASTINGS INC , DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT 31.25
PLATTE VALLEY OF HASTINGS INC ,RADIO REPAIR 50.00
RR DONNELLEY,SHERIFF COSTS 55. 61
ADAMS COUNTY ATTORNEY,COURT RELATED COSTS 10.00
CLAY COUNTY SHERIFF,COURT RELATED COSTS 9.20
DELL MARKETING LP,OFFICE EQUIPMENT 815.11
FAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS, SUPPLIES - OFFICE 370. 14
HALL COUNTY COURT,COURT RELATED COSTS 2.00
HALL COUNTY SHERIFF, JUVENILE COURT COSTS 41.12
NEBRASKA SUPREME COURT,LIBRARY BOOKS 203.40
PHYSICIANS LABORATORY PC,AUTOPSY COSTS 4, 871.00
ALLO COMMUNICATIONS, INTERNET SERVICE 205.00
ALLO COMMUNICATIONS,TELEPHONE SERVICES 474. 60
CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS, INTERNET SERVICE 399.00
DAS STATE ACCOUNTING,EQUIPMENT RENTAL - OFFICE 704.00
VERIZON WIRELESS,CELL PHONES 165.04
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WINDSTREAM,TELEPHONE SERVICES 1,471.44
WINDSTREAM,TELEPHONE SERVICES 150.00
WINDSTREAM,TELEPHONE SERVICES 296.74
CENTURY LINK,TELEPHONE SERVICES 167 .68
NEBRASKA TECH & TELECOM INC,TELEPHONE SERVICES 125.10
QUILL CORPORATION, SUPPLIES - OFFICE 52 .55
ADAMS COUNTY JAIL/SHERIFF,BOARD OF PRISONERS - FOOD 1, 118.07
ADVANCED CORRECTIONAL,MED-HOSP PRISONERS 12 .39
ALLENS OF HASTINGS INC, JAIL SUPPLIES 12.50
BERTS REXALL DRUGS INC,MED-HOSP PRISONERS 650.84
BUFFALO COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE ,BOARD OF PRISONERS - FOOD 2,218. 16
CASH WA DISTRIBUTING,BOARD OF PRISONERS - FOOD 1, 471.77
CLAY COUNTY SHERIFF,BOARD OF PRISONERS - FOOD 2, 610.00
STATE OF NEBRASKA,MED-HOSP PRISONERS 2, 541.79
STATE OF NEBRASKA,BOARD OF PRISONERS - FOOD 13,274.20
EAKES OFFICE SOLUTIONS, JAIL SUPPLIES 389.22
HALL COUNTY DEPT OF CORRECTION,BOARD OF PRISONERS - FOOD 6,245.00
HALL COUNTY DEPT OF CORRECTION,MED-HOSP PRISONERS 916.54
HALL COUNTY DEPT OF CORRECTION,BOARD OF PRISONERS - FOOD 5,729.00
HALL COUNTY DEPT OF CORRECTION,MED-HOSP PRISONERS 2,762. 16
HOMETOWN LEASING,OFFICE EQUIPMENT 175.78
KEEFE SUPPLY COMPANY,COMMISSARY 1, 076.84
KEITHS PHARMACIES,MED-HOSP PRISONERS 68.14
KENESAW MOTOR CO INC,TRAVEL EXPENSES 51.55
MARY LANNING HEALTHCARE,MED-HOSP PRISONERS 2, 094.84
US FOODS INC,BOARD OF PRISONERS - FOOD 675.90
WALMART, JAIL SUPPLIES 15. 99
CITY OF HASTINGS,AMBULANCE COSTS 5,208.33
CITY OF HASTINGS, FEMA GRANT COSTS 3, 853. 10
DAS STATE ACCOUNTING, SP PROJ6-18SHSP-PET GRANT 752 .00
HASTINGS UTILITIES,UTILITIES 526. 93
IDENTIFIRE,SP PROJ1-SHSP-MOU GRANT 130. 95
PRESTO-X,MAINTENANCE AGREEMENTS 39.00
RON PUGHES,CELL PHONES 25.00
DAWNA WHITCOMB,CELL PHONES 25.00
G4S SECURE SOLUTIONS INC, SECURITY CONTRACTS BY 0TH 3, 842 .82
CENTEC CAST METAL PRODUCTS,MISCELLANEOUS 430. 96
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES, INSTITUTIONAL COSTS 372.00
FIRST CONCORD BENEFITS GROUP,CAFETERIA PLAN ADMIN FEES 360.00
MIDWEST CONNECT, POSTAL SERVICES 3, 000.00
REGION 3 BEHAVIORAL HLTH SRVCS,MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AC 6, 894.41
SCEDD, SOUTH CENTRAL ECON. DEVEL 5, 000.00
US POSTAL SERVICE, POSTAL SERVICES 82.45
LYNN FOLCIK,MENTAL HEALTH BOARD COSTS 156.75
BEV PATITZ,MENTAL HEALTH BOARD COSTS 156.75
DEREK TERWEY,MENTAL HEALTH BOARD COSTS 209.00
RUANN ROOT,MENTAL HEALTH BOARD COSTS 209.00
JENIFER KNUTH,MENTAL HEALTH BOARD COSTS 256.50
JOHN C FOLCIK,MENTAL HEALTH BOARD COSTS 47.50
BOB BARKER COMPANY INC, JAIL SUPPLIES 143.82
ROAD - BRIDGE
FIVE POINTS BANK,HEALTH REIMBURESMENT ACCO 6, 116.10
ASPEN EQUIPMENT COMPANY,OTHER EQUIPMENT REPAIR 169.52
ASPEN EQUIPMENT COMPANY,EXPRESS/FREIGHT 43.43
AUTO VALUE - HASTINGS,RD EQ REP PARTS 76.82
AUTO VALUE - HASTINGS,SUPPLIES - SHOP 143.76
BAUER BUILT,MACH EQ TIRES & REP 226.58
BIG G COMMERCIAL HARDWARE INC ,BUILDING REPAIR 45.23
CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS, INTERNET SERVICE 199. 98
CINTAS CORPORATION #449,TOWEL/CLEANING AGREEMENTS 64.51
CINTAS CORPORATION #449, JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 31.43
CINTAS CORPORATION #449,TOWEL/CLEANING AGREEMENTS 64.51
CHART ENTERPRISES INC,BLDG/CONTENTS INSURANCE 545.40
FILTER CARE,SUPPLIES - SHOP 183.35
FLEET PRIDE INC, SUPPLIES - ELECTRICAL 861.84
MAXWELL PRODUCTS INC,MATERIALS - ASPHALTIC 11, 173.78
HASTINGS OUTDOOR POWER LLC,OTHER EQUIPMENT REPAIR 80. 97
HASTINGS OUTDOOR POWER LLC, SMALL TOOLS, ETC. 18.70
MCCONNELL CLEANING, JANITORIAL AGREEMENTS 230.00
MENARDS,BUILDING REPAIR 48.30
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY & SIGN CO, SUPPLIES - MISCELLANEOUS 525.00
MUNICIPAL SUPPLY & SIGN CO,EXPRESS/FREIGHT 105.00
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NAPA AUTO PARTS, SMALL TOOLS, ETC. 27. 99
NAPA AUTO PARTS, SUPPLIES - SHOP 28. 98
NAPA AUTO PARTS,RD EQ REP PARTS 3. 68
NAPA AUTO PARTS, SMALL TOOLS, ETC. 25. 69
NAPA AUTO PARTS, SUPPLIES - SHOP 89.70
NAPA AUTO PARTS,RD EQ REP PARTS 133.44
NMC EXCHANGE LLC,RD EQ REP PARTS 924 .18
NMC EXCHANGE LLC,RD EQ REP LABOR 945.00
SANITARY OUTDOOR SERVICE INC, JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 96.25
PLATTE VALLEY OF HASTINGS INC ,RADIO EQUIPMENT 713.00
TITAN MACHINERY INC. ,RD EQ REP PARTS 1,345.45
TRAUSCH DYNAMICS INC,RD EQ REP PARTS 180.35
FED DRUG LAW ENFORCEMENT
AMERA-CHEM INC,OFFICE EQUIPMENT 206.80
ESCROW HOLDING FUND
AUTO VALUE - HASTINGS,MISCELLANEOUS 334 .11
COMPUTER HARDWARE INC,MISCELLANEOUS 299.00
CONTECH ENGINEERED SOL LLC,MISCELLANEOUS 20,578.00
Lee Hogan
Adams County Board Chairman
Ramona R.Thomas
Adams County Clerk
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