The Connection Homeless Shelter is definitely having a great start to their week thanks to the Attorney General of the State of Nebraska, Jon Bruning as well as North Platte Mayor, Marc Kaschke.
On Monday, October 29th, Bruning presented a check to the Executive Director of The Connection, Roy Lawton, for $26,562.50. According to Lawton, he was informed that Bruning had plans to visit the shelter but gave very little detail, “I’m still in a state of shock,” Lawton said shortly after receiving the courteous gift.
The funds were made available through a settlement over bad business practices. Bruning asked Mayor Kaschke where the money should be directed, kept for surprise; The Connection is where Kaschke decided as a fit destination.
The funds are unrestricted and will be used for general expenses or however the shelter will decide.