The Cass County Board of Supervisors met Friday morning in Atlantic. Auditor Dale Sunderman reports a public hearing was held during the meeting on an application by Dollar General Retail Store, for a change in zoning classification near Griswold, that would allow for construction of the store.

Zoning Administrator Rich Hansen reported that the Zoning Commission met on Sept. 13th, and recommended approval. No objections were filed.  After brief discussion, the public hearing was closed. Later during the meeting, the Supervisors agreed with  the recommendation of the Cass County Zoning Commission, and approved a change in zoning from General Agricultural District to Business District for a parcel just outside the Griswold City limits.

In other business, Cass County Treasurer Tracey Marshall requested the approval of the appointment of a deputy treasurer to fill the vacancy left by resignation of a deputy. The person the Board approved for appointment, Ashley Kress, was a full time treasurer’s assistant at the time of the request. As Deputy Treasurer, Kress’ salary will amount to $49,500 per year.

Two applications for the part-time position of Cass County Mental Health Advocate were received.  After review of the applications and a lengthy discussion, the Board approved the employment of Debbie Schuler as part-time Cass County mental health advocate effective October 1st, 2018 at $29,500 annually.