Details of joint powers agreement in negotiations

Foster County is proposing to enter into a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) with Stutsman County for their emergency management services, but the 911 coordinator position may not end up in the deal.

During the Foster County Commission meeting held on Tuesday, March 5, Foster County Auditor/Treasurer Ellen Roundy told the board that the agreement would be on an annual basis starting April 1 and endi...