The Cass County Board of Supervisors, Friday, approved two agreements with the Iowa Department of Transportation, with regard to funding for bridge projects. The projects and funds include $700,000 for Bridge #380 on 730th Street, about two-tenths of a mile south of White Pole Road, which Wolken said has been maintained as much as possible, but is at the point now where it needs to be replaced. Due to deck and substructure issues. And, $500,000 for Bridge #182 on 610th Street, six-tenths of a mile north of Oxford Road. Wolken said the aging bridge is currently only able to handle 18 tons, which is less than it has handled in the past. The funds come from DOT SWAP monies, with no local cost to the County.

The Board also approved a Road Use Agreement with MidAmerican Energy Company, with regard to the development of the Rolling Hills Wind Farm, during and after re-power of each wind farm. The company will provide dust control and rock necessary for the service roads. And, the Supervisors approved the end of probationary employment status and a payrate increase of $.50/hour for three Secondary Roads employees hired in April.

In other business, the Board received a Quarterly report from Cass County Conservation Director Micah Lee. And, County Engineer Trent Wolken updated the Board of Secondary Roads Dept. activities and maintenance.