The Cass County Board of Supervisors today (Tuesday), set March 3^rd as the date for a public hearing with regard to the “Maximum Property Tax Asking”(as per Iowa Code 331.433A). They also approved the appointment of Nadine King, from rural Lewis, as a non-resident member of the Lewis Public Library Board of Trustees.

And, they appointed Natalie Ritter along with LaVon Eblen, to the Cass County Local Foods Policy Council. Supervisor Board Chair Steve Baier explained the appointments were needed to replace Jan Steffens and Deeann Schreiner, who had submitted their resignations from the Council. On a related note, Supervisor Steve Green said the LFPC is looking for people from various walks of life who may be interested in what the Council does, to join them. They would love to hear from you. Please contact Cass County Wellness Coordinator Brigham Hoegh, at bhoegh@iastate.edu for more information. The Local Food Policy Council is a Cass County Government advisory body charged with promoting a vibrant and diverse local food system that supports the health and well-being of Cass County residents.

In other business, the Cass County Supervisors approved a Class-C Liquor License application for the Griswold Golf & Country Club, and authorized the signing of a new 28-E (cost sharing) agreement to be part of the Southwest Iowa Mental Health and Disability Services Region. The agreement must be submitted by Feb. 23^rd in order to be eligible for grant funds.