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September 23, 2024 Meeting Minutes

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call of Members

3. Approval of the Agenda

4. Consideration and Approval of September 9, 2024 Meeting Minutes

5. Public Comment

6. Committee Reports

7. Staff and Consultant Reports

8. Consideration and Action on Business Agenda Items (Motion and Roll Call Vote or

a) Bills
b) Payroll
c) Re-appointment of Jared Hopper to the Morgan County Housing Authority Board for another five-year term beginning September 1, 2024.
d) Resolution for Annual State’s Attorney and Appellate Prosecutors Office Contract
e) Resolution for Delinquent Tax Payment
f) Resolution for FY 24 Budget Transfers
g) Appointment of Sherry Sills to fill the unexpired County Clerk’s Term of Office
h) Acceptance of Resignation of Morgan County Commissioner Bradley Zeller
i) Appointment of Michael Woods to fill the unexpired Morgan County Commissioner’s Term of Office

9. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)

10. Chairman’s Remarks

11. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
September 23, 2024

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on Monday September 23, 2023 at 9 am. Chr. Wankel asked County Clerk Sills for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “present”, Commissioner Zeller answered “present” and Chr. Wankel answered “present”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. that a quorum is present and the meeting could continue.

Chr. Wankel said the approval of the agenda is the first order of business. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Wankel said minutes from the September 9 board meeting will need approval from the board. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion is approved.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports, County Clerk Sills said the Election is November 5 and early voting starts September 26, 2024.

Chr. Wankel said bills for the amount of $202,895.71 need approval from the board for payment. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call for the payment of bills in the stated amount as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said the verifiable payroll for signing on the September 27 and distribution on September 30. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll as stated as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said the next order of business is the approval of a re-appointment of Jared Hopper to the Morgan County Housing Authority Board for another five-year term beginning September 1, 2024. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the reappointment of Jared Hopper as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Wankel said a resolution for Annual State’s Attorney and Appellate Prosecutors Office Contract needs approval. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the resolution, Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. sills asked for roll call as follows for the resolution as discussed, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said a resolution for Delinquent Tax payment needs approval. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution for Delinquent Tax payment, Commissioner Zeller second the motion, Chr. Wankel asked Clk. Sills for roll call, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye”, Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said a resolution for the FY 24 budget transfers is the next item needing approval. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the resolution for the FY 24 budget transfers as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call for the FY 24 budget transfers as discussed as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills
informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said next on the agenda is the appointment of Sherry Sills to fill the unexpired County Clerk’s Term of Office. Commissioner Zeller made a motion of the appointment of Sherry Sills, Commissioner Fanning second the motion. Chr. Wankel asked Clk. Sills to call roll. Clk. Sills asked for roll call for the appointment of Sherry Sills, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye”, and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said next on the agenda is the Acceptance of the Resignation of Morgan County Commissioner Bradley Zeller, there was a discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to accept the Resignation of Bradley Zeller, Chr. Wankel second the motion. Chr. Wankel asked Clk. Sills for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call for the Resignation of County Commissioner Bradley Zeller, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye”, Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said next on the agenda is the Appointment of Michael Woods to fill the unexpired Morgan County Commissioner’s Term of Office. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to appointment of Michael Woods to fill the unexpired of Morgan County Commissioner, Commissioner Fanning second the motion, the was a discussion, Bradley Zeller last day in office would be September 30th, 2024. Chr. Wankel asked the Clk. for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call for the appointment of Michael Woods, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye”, Chr. Wankle answered “aye” the Clk. in formed the Chr. motion has passed.

Other Business-Commissioner Fanning announced that the swearing in of the new County Clerk will be September 26th, 2024 at 9:00 am.

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Wankle said that Mr. Mcarty would like to present Commissioner Bradley Zeller with a plaque for his 21 years of being on the 911 board, there was a discussion.

Commissioner Zeller made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed and the meeting stands adjourned.

September 9, 2024 Meeting Minutes

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call of Members

3. Approval of the Agenda

4. Consideration and Approval of August 30, 2024 Meeting Minutes

5. Public Comment

6. Committee Reports

7. Staff and Consultant Reports

8. Consideration and Action on Business Agenda Items (Motion and Roll Call Vote or

a) Bills

b) Payroll

c) Resolution Approving the Appointment of Karen Voss to the Mid-America Intermodal Authority Port District

9. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)

10. Chairman’s Remarks

11. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
September 9, 2024

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on September 9, 2024 at 9 am. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Chief Deputy Sills asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Zeller answered “present” Chr. Wankel answered “present”, Commissioner Fanning is absent from today’s meeting. Chief Deputy Sills informed the Chr. a quorum is present and the meeting may continue.

Chr. Wankel said the first order of business is the approval of the agenda. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said the next order of business is the approval of the minutes from the August 30, 2024 board meeting. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has been approved.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports-none

Chr. Wankel said the first order of business is the verifiable payroll for signing on the 12th and distribution on the 13 of September, respectfully. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Chief Deputy Sills asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll as stated as follows, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Chief Deputy Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said the next thing on the agenda is approving the Resolution appointment of Karen Voss to the Mid-America Intermodal Authority Port District, Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approval of appointment of Karen Voss, Chr. Wankel seconded it. Chr. Wankel asked Chief Deputy Sills to conduct roll call, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Chief Deputy Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Wankel said the West State project is well under way, discussion was had.

Commissioner Zeller made a motion to adjourn the meeting, Chr. Wankel seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed and the meeting stands adjourned.

August 30, 2024 Meeting Minutes

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
AUGUST 30, 2024
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call of Members

3. Approval of the Agenda

4. Consideration and Approval of August 26, 2024 Meeting Minutes

5. Public Comment

6. Committee Reports

7. Staff and Consultant Reports

8. Consideration and Action on Business Agenda Items (Motion and Roll Call Vote or

a) Bills

b) One Day Liquor License for Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce for September 12, 2024.

c) Acceptance of Resignation of Roger Ore as Morgan County Road Commissioner of District # 6

d) Appointment of Chad Ore as Morgan County Road Commissioner of District # 6

e) FY25 Budget

9. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)

10. Chairman’s Remarks

11. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
August 30, 2024

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioners office at 9 am on Friday August 30. Chr. Wankel asked for County Clerk Waggener to conduct the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “present”, Commissioner Zeller answered “present” and Chr. Wankel answered “present”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. a quorum is present and the meeting may continue.

Chr. Wankel said the first order of business is the approval of the agenda. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said the minutes from August 26 need approval from the board. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has been approved.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports-Clk. Waggener said she wanted to thank all the elected officials and the board for all the years of working together. Clk. Waggener said the Courthouse is more of a family than colleagues.

Chr. Wankel said the first order of business is the payment of the bills for the FY 2024. Chr. Wankel said the bills from the general fund is $22,731.56 and from ARPA $28,480.00. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amounts. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked Clk. Waggener to conduct the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the payment of bills closing out the FY 2024 as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”. Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said a one-day liquor license for the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce for September 12, 2024 is the next item on the agenda. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the one-day liquor license as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the one-day liquor license for the Chamber of Commerce as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said acceptance of the resignation of Roger Ore as Morgan County Road Commissioner District #6 is next on the agenda. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to accept the resignation of Roger Ore as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the resignation of Roger Ore as discussed as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said the board received a letter asking for the appointment of Chad Ore to Road District #6 Road Commissioner. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the appointment of Chad Ore as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the appointment of Chad Ore as discussed as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said the approval of the FY 25 budget is the next item on the agenda. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the FY 25 budget as presented. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the approval of the FY 2025 budget as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks- Chr. Wankel said the Courthouse will be closed on Monday in observance of Labor Day.

Commissioner Zeller made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has been approved and the meeting stands adjourned.

August 26, 2024 Meeting Minutes

The Morgan County Board is providing a call-in number for public participation without physical presence at the Board meeting.
Dial-in number: 1-701-802-5482
Access code: 166442

AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
AUGUST 26, 2024
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call of Members

3. Approval of the Agenda

4. Consideration and Approval of August 12, 2024 Meeting Minutes

5. Public Comment

6. Committee Reports

7. Staff and Consultant Reports

8. Consideration and Action on Business Agenda Items (Motion and Roll Call Vote or

a) Bills
b) Payroll
c) One Day Liquor License for Hamilton’s Catering for September 14, October 5, October 26, and November 9, 2024.
d) Engineering Contract Approvals for Bridge Replacement Project 24-10111-00-BR
e) Engineering Contract Approvals for Bridge Replacement Project 24-00113-00-BR
f) Engineering Contract Approvals for Bridge Replacement Project 24-01123-00-BR.
g) Resolution Supporting Morgan County Broadband Deployment
h) Resolution Approving the Appointment of Mike McLaughlin to the Mid-American Intermodal Authority Port District
i) Acceptance of Resignation of County Clerk Jill Waggener

9. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
10. Chairman’s Remarks
11. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
August 26, 2024

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioners office on Monday August 26, 2024 at 9 am. Chr. Wankel asked County Clerk Waggener to conduct the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “present”, Commissioner Zeller answered “present” and Chr. Wankel answered “present”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. a quorum is present and the meeting may continue.

Chr. Wankel said the first order of business is the approval of the agenda. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said the minutes from the board meeting of August 12 need approval from the board. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Al voted “aye”. The motion has been approved.

Public Comment-Lindsey Ryan congratulated County Clerk Waggener and Commissioner Zeller on their upcoming retirements.

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports-none

Chr. Wankel said bills for $95,312.41 from the general fund and $46,983.13 from the ARPA funds need approval from the board for payment. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the payment of bills as stated for the general fund and the ARPA funds. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the payment of bills as stated for the general fund and for the ARPA funds as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said the next order of business is the verifiable payroll for signing on the 29 and distribution on the 30 of August, respectfully. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll as stated as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said that Hamilton’s Catering has requested approval for 4 one day liquor licenses. Those dates are September 14, October 5, October 26 and November 9, 2024, Chr. Wankel said. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the Hamilton’s Catering request as stated. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for 4 one day liquor license for Hamilton’s Catering as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said the next four items are engineering contracts and Mr. Coultas is present and would explain these. Mr. Coultas said the first contract is for a bridge replacement in Rd. Dist. #10. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the contract as discussed for a bridge replacement project 24-10111-00-BR. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the bridge replacement project 24-10111-00-BR contract as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said engineering contract 24-00113-00-BR is the next item for approval. Mr. Coultas said this is for work on a bridge on the Lynnville Woodson Road. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the engineering contract 24-00113-00-BR as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the approval of engineering contract 24-00113-00-BR as discussed as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has approved.

Chr. Wankel said the next engineering contract is 24-01123-00-BR is next on the agenda. Mr. Coultas said this is for bridge work in Rd. Dist. #1 on Wheeler Road. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the engineering contract 24-01123-00-BR as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the approval of engineering contract 24-01123-00-BR as discussed as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said a resolution supporting Morgan County Broadband Deployment is next on the agenda and Mr. Douglass is present and would explain this. Mr. Douglass said this resolution is in part discussion for the deployment of broadband in Morgan County. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution supporting Morgan County Broadband Deployment. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the approval of the resolution supporting Morgan County Broadband Deployment in Morgan County as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said a resolution approving the appointment of Mike McLaughlin to the Midwest American Intermodal Authority Port District. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the appointment of Mike McLaughlin to the Midwest Intermodal Authority Port District as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the resolution supporting the appointment of Mike McLaughlin to the Midwest Intermodal Authority Port District as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said the next order of business is the approval of the resignation of County Clerk Jill Waggener. There is discussion. Chr. Wankel said this will be effective August 30. Chr. Wankel said he appreciates her service. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resignation Of County Clerk Jill Waggener and thanked her for her service to the County. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion with the same thoughts and thanked her for her service to the community and County. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call to approve the resignation of County Clerk Jill Waggener as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Wankel said the board is wrapping up the budget and they will hold a special board meeting on Friday for the final approval of the budget.

Commissioner Zeller made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has been approved and the meeting stands adjourned.

August 12, 2024 Meeting Minutes

The Morgan County Board is providing a call-in number for public participation without physical presence at the Board meeting.
Dial-in number: 1-701-802-5482
Access code: 166442

AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
August 12, 2024
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call of Members

3. Approval of the Agenda

4. Consideration and Approval of July 22, 2024 Meeting Minutes

5. Public Comment

6. Committee Reports

7. Staff and Consultant Reports

8. Consideration and Action on Business Agenda Items (Motion and Roll Call Vote or

a) Bills

b) Payroll

9. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)

10. Chairman’s Remarks

11. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
AUGUST 12, 2024

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on Monday. August 12, 2024. (In the absence of County Clerk Waggener, Chief Deputy Sills will be acting secretary). Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Chief Dep. Sills asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “present”, Commissioner Zeller answered “present” and Chr. Wankel answered “present”. Chief Dep. Sills informed the Chr. a quorum is present and the meeting may continue.

Chr. Wankel said the first order of business is the approval of the agenda. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said minutes from the July 22, 2024 board meeting need approval. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has been approved.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports-none

Chr. Wankel said bills for $183,139.15 need approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Chief Dep. Sills asked for roll call for the payment of bills in the stated amount as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Chief Dep. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said the verifiable payroll for signing on the 14th and distribution on the 15th of August, respectfully, is the next item on the agenda. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Chief Dep. Sills asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll for the stated dates as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Chief Dep. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

There was discussion on Commissioner Zeller announcing his resignation and his last meeting will be September 23, 2024. Commissioner Zeller said that this decision is not coming lightly. There is always another hurdle, another project, there is always something. Commissioner Zeller thanked the elected officials and the other board members throughout the years.
Commissioner Fanning thanked Commissioner Zeller for his amazing service for the past 22 years and he will certainly be missed.
Chr. Wankel thanked Commissioner Zeller for his dedication over the years and his service to the county.`.

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-none

Commissioner Zeller made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has been approved and the meeting stands adjourned.