(KLZA)-- Richardson County Commissioners approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Humboldt – Table Rock – Steinauer School District on Tuesday for the employment of a School Resource Officer for the period of August 11, 2022 through May, 19, 2023.
The school district will pay Richardson County $5,127 per month for the service of the officer.
Commissioners also approved a resolution to approve a salary increase for the position of Chief Deputy Sheriff to $30.25 per hour effective immediately.
The Board also voted to authorize the establishment of a new Fund titled “OPIOID Settlement Fund.” The purpose of the new fund is for the receipt of funds Richardson County will receive from a court settlement from pharmaceutical companies concerning OPIOIDS.
The first payment to Richardson County was in an amount of $3,936.
An engagement letter with the Nebraska State Auditor to perform the fiscal year end audit was approved.
Omaha Public Power District President and CEO Javier Fernandez met with Commissioners to introduce himself and update the Board on projects OPPD is currently doing to maintain and improve the services to the district to provide quality service to the District.
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