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Bruce Galles informed the Commission that the 2017 scholarship recipients ients are Samantha Littman for$2,000, Molly Doty for$1,500, Mackenzie Chiodi for$1,500, Mykaia Griffin for$1,500, and Hannah Wiedewitsch for$1,500. Bob Olson noted that several scholarship applicants resided outside the franchise service area and were disqualified. Bruce Galles stated that in the future he will send a map to the Pequot Lakes High School and Central Lakes College so these entities can determine if applicants qualify before the applications are sent to the scholarship committee. Mr. Galles noted that any changes to the scholarship application should be sent to him. MOTION BY ROBERT SMITH SECONDED BY GARY MITCHELL TO CONTINUE OFFERING ONE $2,000 SCHOLARSHIP AND FOUR$1,500 SCHOLARSHIPS IN 2018. MOTION CARRIED 10-0. Franchise Fee Distribution MOTION BY BETTY DURAND SECONDED BY NANCY ADAMS TO DISTRIBUTE FRANCHISE FEES IN APRIL 2018 IN THE AMOUNT OF $14,000 BASED ON A$500 BASE LINE AMOUNT AND THEN BY PERCENTAGE OF TOTAL INCOME. MOTION CARRIED 10-0. Franchisee's Performance Bruce Galles noted that he is hearing more positive comments from the community on Charter's service. Betty Durand questioned if there have been any conversations with cities for the installation of a central WiFi for internet services. Bob Olson stated that he would be surprised if Charter would install a central WiFi as there is already wired service in the area. Nancy Adams questioned if there is a way to put pressure on Charter as a group for faster internet speeds in the area. Bob Olson noted that this would be difficult as Charter is free to charge whatever they want and faster internet speeds in rural areas is improbable. Gary Mitchell explained e-mail and alarm issues he is experiencing. Robert Smith noted that he has e-mail issues as well. 2018 Franchise Fees Page 2 of 4