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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
JUNE 22, 2020
9:00 AM

1. Call To Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of June 8, 2020 Meeting Minutes
5. Public Comment
6. Committee Reports
7. Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report
8. Consideration and Action on Business Agenda Items (Motion and Roll Call Vote or Voice Votes)
a) Bills
b) Payroll
c) Resolution for Delinquent Tax Payment
d) Engineering Contract Approval for the Bridge on Johnson Road over Conover Branch with Hutchison Engineering
e) Consulting Agreement for Review of Apex Wind Application with Patrick Engineering not to exceed $25,000
f) Consulting Agreement for Review of Apex Wind Application with Mark J. Pruitt not to exceed $7,500
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
June 22, 20202

*The Morgan County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on Monday June 22 at 9 am. Chr. Zeller said that this meeting is held via dial in for board members, elected officials, department heads and anyone who chooses to do so. Present in the office is Chr. Bradley A. Zeller, County Clerk Jill S. Waggener, Dusty Douglas Regional Planning Commission and Matt Coultas Superintendent of Highways. Chr. Zeller said that Commissioner Meier would be absent from today’s meeting due to health issues.*

Chr. Zeller called the meeting to order and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered present, Chr. Zeller answered present. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that a quorum is present and the meeting could continue.

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

Chr. Zeller said that the next item on the agenda is the approval of the board minutes from the June 8 meeting. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Public Comment-none

Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report-none

Chr. Zeller said that the next item needing approval are bills for $77,867.55. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE”; Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the motion to approve the payment of bills has passed.

Chr. Zeller said that the verifiable payroll for signing on the 29 and distribution on the 30 is the next item on the agenda. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE”; Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the motion to approve the verifiable payroll has passed.

Chr. Zeller said that a resolution for delinquent taxes is next on the agenda. Chr. Zeller said that this is a routine matter when delinquent taxes have been paid in full and the taxes go back into the system. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution as stated. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE”., Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion for the delinquent tax resolution has passed.

Chr. Zeller said that the engineering contract is next on the agenda, Matt Coultas is on his way is way from Scott County so this will be tabled until he arrives in the office.

Chr. Zeller said that a consulting agreement for review of the Apex Wind application is next on the agenda, and Dusty Douglas is present and would explain. Mr. Douglas said that this contract, with Patrick Engineering, is to review several items such as decommission, sound and a few other items in the application and would not exceed $25,000.00. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the consulting agreement as discussed. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE”; Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the motion to approve the consulting agreement of the Apex Wind application with Patrick Engineering has passed.

Chr. Zeller said that a consulting agreement for review of the Apex Wind application with Mark J. Pruitt not to exceed $7,500 is next on the agenda. Dusty Douglas said that this would be a review of the overall application. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the consulting agreement for the Apex Wind application with Mark J. Pruitt as discussed. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and called for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE”; Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the motion to approve the consulting agreement of the Apex Wind Application with Mark J. Pruitt has passed.

Chr. Zeller said that an engineering contract for approval of a bridge on Johnson Road over Conover Branch is the next item for approval. Matt Coultas said that this bridge is in Rd. District #1 and Hutchison Engineering will be designing the bridge. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the engineering contract with Hutchison Engineering for the bridge design on Johnson Road, Rd. District #1. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE”; Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the motion to approve the contract with Hutchison Engineering has passed.

Other Business-Matt Coultas said that the Arcadia project has started and there is road closure.

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed) – none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Zeller said he would just like to once again thank everyone in the community for the continued support following recommendations during these unprecedented times. Chr. Zeller said he would also ask everyone to keep the Geirnaeirt family in their prayers for their recent loss.

Commissioner Fanning made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE”; Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the motion to adjourn the meeting has passed. The meeting stands adjourned.

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
JUNE 8, 2020
9:00 AM

1. Call To Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of May 26, 2020 Meeting Minutes
5. Public Comment
6. Committee Reports
7. Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report
8. Consideration and Action on Business Agenda Items (Motion and Roll Call Vote or Voice Votes)
a) Bills
b) Payroll
c) County Resolution of Support for the Downstate Small Business Stabilization Application
d) Contract Approval for Bridge Over Snake Creek Branch
e) Resolution to Amend Liquor Ordinance Regarding Sunday Hours of Operation
f) Resolution to Amend Liquor Ordinance Regarding Liquor License Fees
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
JUNE 8, 2020

*The Morgan County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on Monday June 8, 2020 at 9 am. Chr. Zeller said that this meeting is held via dial in for board members, elected officials, department heads and anyone who chooses to do so. Present in the Commissioner’s office Is Chr. Bradley A. Zeller, County Clerk Jill S. Waggener, Dusty Douglas, Regional Planning Commission and Matt Coutlas Superintendent of Highways.*

Chr. Zeller asked Clk. Waggener to conduct the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Meier answered present, Commissioner Fanning answered present and Chr. Zeller answered present. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that a quorum is present and the meeting could continue.

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

Chr. Zeller said that the board meeting minutes from May 26 need approval. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report-Ms. Geirnaeirt, Morgan County Treasurer, said that she had presented the board with the financial report for the month of April. She had nothing to out and asked the board for approval. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the financial report as presented. Commissioner Fanning seconded the report. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that bills of $16,437.99 need approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve payment of the bills in the stated amount. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller called for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Meier voted “AYE”, Commissioner Fanning voted “AYE” and Chr. Zeller voted “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the motion to approve payment of the bills has passed.

Chr. Zeller said that verifiable payroll for signing on June 12 and distributing June 15 is the next item for approval. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller called for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Meier voted “AYE”, Commissioner Fanning voted “AYE” and Chr. Zeller voted “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the motion to approve the verifiable payroll has passed.

Chr. Zeller said that the next item on the agenda is a county resolution of support for the downstate small business stabilization. Mr. Douglas said that this resolution is very similar to the resolution done earlier for Littleton Storm and Timber Services. Mr. Douglas said that this resolution of support is for the Triangle Bar and Grill in Woodson, Illinois. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution as presented. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that approval of a contract for a bridge over Snake Creek Branch is the next item on the agenda. Mr. Coultas, Superintendent of Highways, said that this bridge is in Road District #1 on Arcadia Road. He said that the opening of bids for this was at 10 am on May 21, at the highway department. There were three bids submitted and the low bid was from Yamnitz & Associates, Fieldon, Illinois for $312,530.19, Mr. Coultas said. There was discussion. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the resolution as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked States Attorney Noll if a roll call should be taken since county/road district monies would help with this project. SA Noll answered yes. Chr. Zeller called for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the bridgework over Snake Creek Branch as follows, Commissioner Meier voted “AYE”, Commissioner Fanning voted “AYE” and Chr. Zeller voted “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said that a resolution to amend the liquor ordinance regarding Sunday hours of operation is the next item for approval. Chr. Zeller said that a year or so ago the City of Jacksonville amended their liquor license to approve the selling of alcohol from 6:00 am through 11:59 pm on Sunday. Chr. Zeller said that county would follow the same ordinance amendment. There was discussion. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the resolution as presented. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that a resolution to amend the liquor ordinance regarding liquor license fee is the next item on the agenda. Chr. Zeller said that due to the COVID 19 these establishments have suffered due to the fact they had to close their doors for several months and have lost the normal revenue that they would have collected. There was discussion. Commissioner Meier said that this was the right move from the board and made a motion to approve the resolution as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Other Business-Commissioner Fanning asked Mr. Coultas about the work on the Arenzville Bridge. Mr. Coultas said that he is planning on the work to be done by the end of the work and the bridge opening up early next week.
Chr. Zeller noted that the first installment date for taxes is this Wednesday June 10. Ms. Geirnaeirt said that there are many ways to pay; any bank is Morgan County will take your tax payment except US bank. She also said that you might mail them in or drop the payment in the drop box at the north end of the Courthouse by the entrance. Ms. Geirnaeirt said that you may also pay in person but to remember that a mask must be worn at all times in the building and you must have your check filled out along with your payment stub to hand over to her clerks.

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Zeller said that he would again thank everyone in the community for doing their part. Chr. Zeller said that the county will continue to follow the Governor’s proclamations and hopefully in the very near future things will begin to get back to some normalcy.

Commissioner Meier made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved. The meeting stands adjourned.

NOTE: MEETING WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY DUE TO MONDAY’S MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY.

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
MAY 26, 2020
9:00 AM
1. Call To Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of May 11, 2020 Meeting Minutes
5. Public Comment
6. Committee Reports
7. Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report
8. Consideration and Action on Business Agenda Items (Motion and Roll Call Vote or Voice Votes)
a) Bills
b) Payroll
c) Annual Computer Information Concepts Software Contract
d) Resolution for Meredosia Tax Increment District Distribution of Funds
e) Resolution Setting Salaries for Elected Officials: Commissioner #2, Circuit Clerk, and Coroner
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
TUESDAY MAY 26, 2020
(MONDAY MAY 25, LEGAL HOLIDAY)

*The Morgan County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on Tuesday May 26 at 9 am. Chr. Zeller said that this meeting is held via dial in for board members, elected officials, department heads and anyone who chooses to do so. Present in the Commissioner’s office is Chr. Bradley A. Zeller, County Clerk Jill S. Waggener, Morgan County Regional Planner Dusty Douglas, and Circuit Clerk Amy Sipes.*

Chr. Zeller asked Clk. Waggener to conduct the roll call for today’s meeting. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Meier answered present, Commissioner Fanning answered present and Chr. Zeller answered present. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that a quorum is present and the meeting could continue.

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

Chr. Zeller said that board minutes from May 11, 2020 are next on the agenda for approval from the board. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Public Comment-none
Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports, including finance report-Dusty Douglas read a letter addressed to the board concerning the Lincoln Land Wind LLC Site Permit Application as of 2/18/2020. (See attachment)
There was discussion.

Chr. Zeller said bills for $52,569.32 need approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Meier answered “Present”, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE” and Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the “AYES” passed the motion.

Chr. Zeller said that verifiable payroll for signing on the 28 and distributing on the 29 is the next item for approval. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Meier answered “AYE”, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE” and Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the “AYES” passed the motion.

Chr. Zeller said that the next item for approval from the board is the CIC Concept Software Contract. Chr. Zeller said this is an annual contract for the financial software. There was some discussion. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the CIC concept software contract as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Meier answered “AYE”, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE” and Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the “AYES” passed the motion.

Chr. Zeller said that the next item on the agenda is a resolution for the Meredosia Tax Increment District distribution of funds. Chr. Zeller said that this district has funds left in reserve and the Village of Meredosia has to use them by July 13, 2021. Chr. Zeller said that the County Board would need to sign off on this. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution as discussed. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that the next item on the agenda is a resolution setting the Circuit Clerk, Coroner and Commissioner #2 salary. Chr. Zeller said that this resolution has to be approved 180 days prior to these offices being sworn in. Chr. Zeller said that the raise for the Circuit Clerk and Coroner would be a 2% raise and the Commissioner’s is frozen. Circuit Clerk Amy Sipes said that she felt a 2% raise for her is not fair. Chr. Zeller said that these discussions setting elected official raises do not come lightly to the board. Commissioner Meier said that the board does the best they can do and Commissioner Fanning said that a 2% cost of living raise is the best the board can do. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution setting salaries as presented. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Meier answered “AYE”, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE” and Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the “AYE” votes have passed the resolution.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session 9only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Zeller again said he would like to thank everyone in the community for continuing social distancing. Chr. Zeller said June 1 would bring changes to the Courthouse as well as the community. Chr. Zeller said that there will be new procedures to follow and with everyone’s cooperation would be a smooth transition.

Commissioner Meier made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved and the meeting stands adjourned.

May 19, 2020

Morgan County Board of Commissioners
300 West State
Jacksonville, IL 62650

RE: Lincoln Land Wind LLC Site Permit Application of 2/18/20

Dear Sirs and Madam:

As you are aware, it is my responsibility to conduct a preliminary investigation and review applications for completeness pursuant to the terms of the Morgan County WECS Ordinance. Further, I am to issue a written report to the County Board. Please allow this correspondence to serve as that report as I have completed this preliminary investigation and deem the submittal complete.

Upon this investigation and subsequent report, I am to schedule a Plans Commission / Board of Appeals meeting. With the ongoing pandemic, I will consult further with you and the applicant and boards to determine a reasonable date that works best for the public and everyone involved.

I have two consultants that I need to discuss with you that I would like to get under contract for our continued review in preparation for the forthcoming meeting. I will follow your lead as to when to bring them to the Board’s attention.

If you should have any questions, please contact me.

Sincerely,

Dusty Douglas
Director

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
MAY 11, 2020
9:00 AM

1. Call To Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of May 4, 2020 Meeting Minutes
5. Public Comment
6. Committee Reports
7. Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report
8. Consideration and Action on Business Agenda Items (Motion and Roll Call Vote or Voice Votes)
a) Bills
b) Payroll
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
MAY 11, 2020

*The Morgan County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on Monday May 11, 2020 at 9 am. Chr. Zeller said that this meeting is held via dial in for board members, elected officials, department heads and anyone who chooses to do so. Present in the Commissioner’s office is Chr. Bradley A. Zeller and County Clerk Jill S. Waggener.*

Chr. Zeller asked Clk. Waggener to conduct the roll call for today’s meeting. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Meier answered present, Commissioner Fanning answered present and Chr. Zeller answered present. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that a quorum is present and the meeting could continue.

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

Chr. Zeller said that the next item for approval is the minutes from the May 4 board meeting. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report-Treasurer Geirnaeirt said that she presented the March finance report to the board and the numbers are normal for this time of year. There was discussion. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the Finance Report as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said bills in the amount of $291,171.96 need approval from the board for payment. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve payment of the bills in the stated amount. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for payment of bills as follows, Commissioner Meier answered “AYE”, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE” and Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the “AYE” votes have approved the motion.

Chr. Zeller said that the verifiable payroll for signing on the 14th and distributing on the 15th is the next item for approval. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll as follows, Commissioner Meier answered “AYE”, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE” and Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the “AYE” votes have approved the motion.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Zeller said that he would like to thank everyone once again for their continued support with the current pandemic.

Commissioner Meier made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved. The meeting stands adjourned.

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
MAY 4, 2020
9:00 AM

1. Call To Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of April 20, 2020 Meeting Minutes
5. Public Comment
6. Committee Reports
7. Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report
8. Consideration and Action on Business Agenda Items (Motion and Roll Call Vote or Voice Votes)
a) County Resolution of Support for the Downstate Small Business Stabilization Application
b) County Fair Housing Resolution
c) Devnet Software Contract
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
MAY 4, 2020

*The Morgan County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on Monday May 4, 2020 at 9 am. Chr. Zeller said that this meeting is held via dial in for the board members, elected officials, department heads and anyone who chooses to do so. Present in the Commissioner’s office is Chairman Bradley A. Zeller, County Clerk Jill S. Waggener and Morgan County Regional Planner Dusty Douglas.*

Chr. Zeller asked Clk. Waggener to conduct the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered present, Commissioner Meier answered present and Chairman Zeller answered present. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that a quorum is present and the meeting could continue.

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

Chr. Zeller said board-meeting minutes from the April 20 meeting need approval from the board. Commissioner Meier 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, including Finance Report-none

Chr. Zeller said that a County Resolution of support for the downstate small business stabilization is the next item on the agenda. Chr. Zeller said that Dusty Douglas is present and would explain this for the board. Mr. Douglas said that this program started with six applicants, but only finished with one applicant seeing the process through for one reason or another. The applicant that did submit their application is Littleton Storm and Timber Services. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution as discussed. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

The next item on the agenda, Chr. Zeller said, is the approval of the County Fair House Resolution. Mr. Douglas said that this resolution is very straightforward with current legislation and verbiage in it. There was discussion. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the resolution as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that the next item on the agenda for approval is the Devnet renewal contract. This contract is a five-year contract that is utilized by the Assessor’s office, County Clerk’s office and the Treasurer’s office, Treasurer Geirnaeirt said. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the contract as discussed. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Zeller said that he would like to once again thank everyone for doing his or her part under the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Commissioner Meier made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved. The meeting is adjourned.

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
APRIL 20, 2020
9:00 AM

1. Call To Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of April 6, 2020 Meeting Minutes
5. Public Comment
6. Committee Reports
7. Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report
8. Consideration and Action on Business Agenda Items (Motion and Roll Call Vote or Voice Votes)
a) Bills
b) Payroll
c) Resolution to Purchase a Wheel Loader for the Morgan County Highway Department
d) Resolution to Purchase a Compact Track Loader for the Morgan County Highway Department
e) Resolution to Waive Interest Penalties on 1st Installment for Property Tax
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
APRIL 20, 2020

*The Morgan County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on Monday April 20, 2020 at 9 am. Chr. Zeller said that this meeting is held via dial in for board members, elected officials, department heads and anyone who chooses to do so. Present in the Commissioner’s office is Chairman Bradley A. Zeller, Treasurer Jenny Geirnaeirt and County Clerk Jill S. Waggener.*

Chr. Zeller asked Clk. Waggener to conduct the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered present, Commissioner Meier answered present and Chr. Zeller answered present. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that a quorum is present and the meeting could continue.

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

Chr. Zeller said that the board meeting minutes from the April 6 are the next item for approval. Commissioner Meier 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, including Financial Reports-none

Chr. Zeller said that bills for $90,081.60 need approval from the board for payment. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the approval of payment of bills as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE”, Commissioner Meier answered “AYE” and Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the “AYE’S” had approved the payment of bills in the stated amount.

Chr. Zeller said that the verifiable payroll for signing on Wednesday the 29 and distribution on Thursday the 30 is the next item for approval. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE”, Commissioner Meier answered “AYE” and Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the “AYE’S” had approved the verifiable payroll.

Chr. Zeller said that a resolution for the purchase of a wheel loader for the Morgan County Highway Department is the next item on the agenda and Matt Coultas is on the phone and would explain this for them. Mr. Coultas said that this was discussed before the budget process last summer. There was discussion. Chr. Zeller said that this would be purchased from Martin Equipment, Springfield, Illinois for $163,978.00. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution as discussed. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE”, Commissioner Meier answered “AYE” and Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk Waggener informed the Chr. that the “AYE’S” had approve the resolution for the wheel loader.

Chr. Zeller said that a resolution for the purchase of a compact track loader for the Morgan County Highway Department is the next item on the agenda and Matt Coultas will explain this. Mr. Coultas said that this also was discussed last summer. There was discussion. Chr. Zeller said that this equipment would be purchased from Caterpillar in Springfield, Illinois for $97,379.00. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the resolution as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “AYE”, Commissioner Meier answered “AYE” and Chr. Zeller answered “AYE”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the resolution for the compact track loader had been approved by the “AYE’S”.

Chr. Zeller said that a resolution to waive interest penalties on the first installment of property taxes is the next item on the agenda. Treasurer Geirnaeirt said that due dates for property taxes are June 10 and September 10. Treasurer Geirnaeirt said that this resolution hopefully would ease the burden of those that have lost income due to the pandemic, and by waiving, the penalties will let them have a little more time to get their taxes paid. Treasurer Geirnaeirt said that 1st and 2nd installment must be paid by September 10 in order to avoid the penalties at that time, which would be reactive to the first due date if not paid by September 10. There was discussion. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the resolution as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Zeller said he wanted to thank everyone who joined this morning and for continuing the “Stay At Home Policy” and hoped everyone was staying healthy.

Commissioner Meier made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved and the meeting stands adjourned.