Skip Luther, Vice Chair
As a lifelong resident of Nebraska, I retired from Ruan Transportation as a Logistics Field Planner. I also have prior training and experience as a Volunteer Firefighter and EMT. From 2015-2019 I served as the Volunteer Coordinator for the Salvation Disaster Action Team and am currently a volunteer for the Operations Section of the Cass County Emergency Management. As a 27 year resident of Cass County, I have seen the area expand and grow into the community, it is today, being able to give back to the members of Cass County, especially in a time of need, helps the continuance of growth in a positive way.
Brittney Hensley, Treasurer
Born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, I went to Bellevue University and obtained my Master’s Degree in Emergency Management in 2017. While a student at Bellevue University, I volunteered for both the Red Cross Disaster Action Team and the Tri-County Community Emergency Management Team through the Sarpy County Emergency Management Agency. I have worked for the Sarpy/Cass Health Department for 3 years as the Emergency Preparedness Coordinator. With my role at the health department, I volunteered to join the Cass County Long Term Recovery Group to help provide the community with the resources needed in disaster recovery.
Gary Harpster, Secretary
From 1971-1976 I served as a Naval Seabee in the United States Construction Battalion. I have been a resident of Cass County since 1987 and retired from Duncan Aviation in 2018 after 33 years. My background is in Electronics Technology, Private, and Commercial Pilot Ratings. As a previous Chairman of the Aircraft Electronics Association, representing nearly 1,300 members in 40 different countries, I worked with the Federal Aviation Administration in Washington along with other government entities in building and bettering the safety aspects of the aviation industry. I also have training in Drug and Alcohol Abuse Counseling, Fire Fighting, Search and Rescue, and Diving Recovery. I am currently serving as the President of Middle Island Lake Association, which is a small lake community located within Cass County.