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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
JULY 8, 2019
9:00 AM

1. Call To Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Approval of July 1, 2019 Meeting Minutes
5. Approval of March and April Treasurer’s Reports
6. Business
a) Approval of Bills
b) Approval of Payroll
c) Awarding of Weatherization Materials Bids
7. Reports of Departments
8. Public Comment
9. Chairman’s Remarks
10. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
July 8, 2019

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the law library on Monday July 8, 2019 at 9am. Chr. Zeller asked County Clk. Waggener to ask for the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Chr. Zeller-answered present, Commissioner Fanning-answered present and Commissioner Meier-answered present. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that a quorum is present.

Chr. Zeller said that the first item for approval is 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 are the minutes from the July 1 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.

Chr. Zeller said that the approval of the Treasurer’s reports for March and April are the next items on the agenda. Chr. Zeller said Treasurer Geirnaeirt is present. Ms. Geirmaeirt said that the report shows that the general fund is getting low as it does every year at this time due to being close to the end of the fiscal year and the first distribution from real estate taxes not showing yet. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the Treasurer’s report as presented. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that the next items are the bills for $22,541.47 and 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. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said the verifiable payroll for signing on July 12 and distribution on July 15 needs approval from the board. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that awarding of the weatherization bids is the next item on the agenda. Chr. Zeller said that the bids were opened last week and have been put in a detailed report and will be awarded this morning. Chr. Zeller said that this report would be filed in the County Clerk’s office for inspection later today. The bids for the mechanical side of the bids were awarded to Benoist Bros of Springfield, Illinois and Connor Co. of Jacksonville, Illinois. Chr. Zeller said that the architectural side of the bids were awarded to Whole Energy & Hardware, Chaska, Minnesota, EFI, Southborough, Massachusetts, R.P. Lumber, Jacksonville, Illinois and Trone Appliance, Jacksonville, Illinois. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the awarding of bids as read. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Reports of Departments-none

Public Comment-Willie Smith commented. Joana Ramsey commented.

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Zeller said that the petition is being taken into consideration, but with the lack of unincorporated boundaries, it makes it difficult to determine what qualifies someone as an Alexander resident. Chr. Zeller said that further discussion would be held.

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.

AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
JULY 1, 2019
9:00 AM

1. Call To Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Approval of June 24, 2019 Meeting Minutes
5. Business
a) Opening of Weatherization Materials Bids
6. Reports of Departments
7. Public Comment
8. Chairman’s Remarks
9. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
July 1, 2019

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the law library on Monday July 1, 2019 at 9 am. Chr. Zeller asked County Clk. Waggener to conduct the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Chr. Zeller – answered present, Commissioner Fanning – answered present and Commissioner Meier – answered present.

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 approval of the board meeting minutes from June 24, 2019 are next on the agenda for approval. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the minutes from the June 24, 2019 board meeting. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that the next item on the agenda is the opening of weatherization materials bids and that Dusty Douglas is present. Mr. Douglas said that today is only to open the bids and then the bids will be put on a spreadsheet as bidders only bid on certain items. Chr. Zeller said that the first two bids were for the mechanical side and they were from Benoist Bros., Springfield, Illinois and Conner Co., Jacksonville, Illinois. Chr. Zeller said that four bids were submitted for the architectural side and they were R.P. Lumber, Jacksonville, Illinois, Whole Energy & Hardware, Chaska, Minnesota, EFI, Southborough, Massachusetts and Trone Appliance Center, Jacksonville, Illinois. There was some discussion. Chr. Zeller said this would be awarded after they have been placed on the spreadsheet according to the bid specifications.

Reports of Departments-Chr. Zeller said that budget hearings would be taking place the weeks of July 8 and July 15. Commissioner Fanning said the Courthouse would be closed Thursday July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Treasurer Geirnaeirt said the first distribution to the taxing bodies from the first installment of real estate taxes is complete.

Public Comment-Betty Niemann said that she would like the May 20 board meeting minutes to reflect that she is opposed to the wind farm project. If the County of Morgan must have a wind farm project then the ordinance should protect the people of Morgan County and Morgan County.

Chairman’s Remarks-none

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.

AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
JUNE 24, 2019
9:00 AM

1. Call To Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Approval of June 3, 2019 Meeting Minutes
5. Approval of June 10, 2019 Meeting Minutes
6. Business
a) Approval of Bills

b) Approval of Payroll

c) Approval of One Day Liquor Licenses for Hamilton’s Catering for the following dates: July 6, August 25, September 7, September 20, September 28, October 5, October 12, October 19, and November 9, 2019
7. Reports of Departments
8. Public Comment
9. Chairman’s Remarks
10. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
June 24, 2019

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the law library on Monday June 24 at 9 am. In the absence of Chairman Zeller, Vice Chr. Fanning presided over this meeting. Vice Chr. asked Deputy Clerk Mellor to conduct the roll call. Dep. Clk. Mellor asked for roll call as follows, Vice Chr. Fanning answered present and Commissioner Meier answered present.
* It was noted that Chr. Zeller is absent from the meeting today.*

Vice Chr. Fanning asked for a motion to approve the agenda. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Vice Chr. Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Vice Chr. Fanning said that the board meeting minutes from June 3 need approval from the board. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the minutes for the stated date as written. Vice Chr. Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Vice Chr. Fanning said that the board meeting minutes from June 10 also need approval from the board. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the minutes from the June 10 board meeting as written. Vice Chr. Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Vice Chr. Fanning said bills for $99,857.17 need approval by the board for payment. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Vice Chr. Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Vice Chr. Fanning said that the verifiable payroll to be signed on June 27 and distributed on June 28 is the next item for approval. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Vice Chr. Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Vice Chr. said that the next order of business is the approval for one-day liquor licenses for Hamilton’s Catering. Vice Chr. said that there were several dates requested, July 6, August 25, September 7, September 20, September 28, October 5, October 12, October 19 and November 9. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the request from Hamilton’s Catering for the one-day liquor licenses for the stated dates. Vice Chr. Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Reports of Departments-none

Public Comment-Roger Utley voices his concerns about the wind farm.

Chairman’s Remarks-none

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

AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
JUNE 10, 2019
9:00 AM

1. Call To Order

2. Roll Call

3. Approval of the Agenda

4. Business

a) Approval of Bills

b) Approval of Payroll

5. Reports of Departments

6. Public Comment

7. Chairman’s Remarks

8. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
June 10, 2019

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the law library on Monday June 10 at 9 am. Chr. Zeller asked Clk. Waggener to conduct the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Chr. Zeller answered present, Commissioner Fanning answered present and Commissioner Meier 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 bills for $40,338.59 need approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the amount stated. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that the verifiable payroll for signing on the 13th and distribution on the 14th is the next item for approval. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the dates stated. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Reports of Departments-none

Chairman’s Remarks-none

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.

AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
JUNE 3, 2019
9:00 AM

1. Call To Order

2. Roll Call

3. Approval of the Agenda

4. Approval of May 20, 2019 Meeting Minutes

5. Business

a) Consideration and Approval of Ordinance Establishing Civil Fees and Criminal and Traffic Assessments to be charged by the Clerk of the Circuit Court

b) Discussion of Proposed Wind Ordinance Posted on May 6, 2019

6. Reports of Departments

7. Public Comment

8. Chairman’s Remarks

9. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
JUNE 3, 2019

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met on Monday June 3, 2019 at 9 am in the law library. Chr. Zeller asked Deputy Clerk Mellor to take the roll call. Deputy Clk. Mellor took roll call as follows Chr. Zeller answered present, Commissioner Fanning answered present and Commissioner Meier answered present. Deputy Clk. Mellor 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 20 need 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.

Chr. Zeller said that consideration and approval of an ordinance establishing civil fees, criminal and traffic assessments to be charged by the clerk of the circuit clerk is the next item on the agenda. Ms. Sipes, Circuit Clerk, said the Illinois Supreme Court made an adjustment for fees and costs for each county. Ms. Sipes said that it is up to her which fees will be applied and where. This bill will become effective July 1 and the fees must be monitored to see the effects. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the ordinance establishing civil fees. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that the discussion only for the proposed wind farm ordinance is the next item on the agenda.
Mr. Douglas said the setbacks are still an issue. Mr. Douglas said that an ordinance that mirrors the Department of Agriculture is being worked on.
Chr. Zeller said he has had several discussions with many individuals concerning the setbacks of towers, a fee structure in ordinance, the decommissioning of the towers that an escrow account will be set up for and drain tiles. Chr. Zeller said that this ordinance is the most restricted ordinance when compared to several other counties. Chr. Zeller said that the board understands the passion from the community.
Commissioner Fanning said that the escrow account for decommissioning the towers would be in the county’s name. Mr. Douglas said that would be correct.

Reports of Departments-Commissioner Fanning said that an open house for the new animal control facility would be held from 1-3 on June 8. Commissioner Fanning said the board would like to thank the Howard Estate and the committee for all their work.

Public Comment-comments were made from several individuals on the wind farm ordinance including Elizabeth Rigor, Victoria Ringer, Betty Niemann, Jane Becker, Craig Wood, John Ebery, Becky Sanders, West Rust, William Reese, John Clegg, Joana Ramsey, Stephanie Bergschneider, Mike Woodyard, Chris Nickles and Kyle Berry.

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Zeller thanked everyone for his or her comments and showing professionalism this morning. Chr. Zeller said that the board understands everyone’s emotions and concerns over the wind farm. Chr. Zeller said that the board is working very hard to produce a sound and fair ordinance, will it make everyone happy most likely the answer is no.

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

AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
MAY 20, 2019
9:00 AM

1. Call To Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Approval of May 6, 2019 Meeting Minutes
5. Business
a) Approval of Bills
b) Approval of Payroll
6. Reports of Departments
7. Public Comment
8. Chairman’s Remarks
9. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
May 20, 2019

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the law library on Monday May 20, 2019 at 9 am. Chr. Zeller asked Clk. Waggener to conduct the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for the roll call as follows, Chr. Zeller answered present, Commissioner Fanning answered present and Commissioner Meier answered present. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that a quorum is present and the meeting may 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 the next order of business is the approval of the board meeting minutes from May 6, 2019. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that the bills for $278,091.49 need approval from the board for payment. There was discussion. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that the verifiable payroll for signing on the 29 and distribution on May 30 is the next item on the agenda for approval. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Reports of Departments-Treasurer Geirnaeirt said that she would like to remind everyone that real estate taxes are out and the first installment is due on June 3.

Public Comment-Jay Meado said that he is 100% in favor of the wind farm.
Victoria Rueger said that she is in favor of the wind farm.
Jane Becker said that they are 4th generation farmers and they support the wind farm.
Betty Niemann said that she would like to see the ordinance protect everyone.
Stephanie Bergschneider said that she opposes the wind farm at this time and would like to see improvement on setbacks.

Chairman Remark’s-Chr. Zeller said that the board does appreciate all comments they have received and they will continue to look at the current ordinance. Chr. Zeller said that the county offices would be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day.

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

AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
MAY 6, 2019
9:00 AM

1. Call To Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Approval of April 22, 2019 Meeting Minutes
5. Business
a) Approval of Bills
b) Approval of Payroll
c) Resolution for Mobile Home Tax Sale Certificate of Purchase
d) Approval of FOP Correctional Officers Union Contract
e) Approval of Petersen Estates Subdivision Phase 2
6. Reports of Departments
7. Public Comment
8. Chairman’s Remarks
9. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
May 6, 2019

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the law library on Monday May 6 at 9 am. Chr. Zeller asked Clk. Waggener to conduct the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for the roll call as follows, Chr. Zeller answered present, Commissioner Fanning answered present and Commissioner Meier 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 minutes from the April 22, 2019 board meeting are next on the agenda for approval. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the April 22 board minutes as written. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said bills for $59,019.34 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. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that the verifiable payroll for signing on the May 14 and distribution on the 15 is the next order of business. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that the next order of business is a resolution for mobile home tax sale certificate. Chr. Zeller said that this is a routine order of business and nothing out of the ordinary. There was discussion. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the mobile home resolution as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that the next order of business is the approval of the FOP correctional officer’s union contract. Sheriff Carmody said that he was glad that the contract had been signed and needs the board’s signatures and approval. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the FOP correctional officers as presented. Commissioner Meier seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Chr. Zeller said that an approval of Peterson Estates Subdivision phase 2 is next on the agenda. Dusty Douglas said that phase one of this subdivision was done before there was a county subdivision ordinance, but the 2 phase will be recorded in the County Clerk’s office. There was discussion. Commissioner Meier made a motion to approve the Peterson Estates Subdivision phase 2 as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “AYE”. The motion is approved.

Reports of Departments-Treasurer Geirnaeirt said that tax bills were mailed out last Friday and the due dates for real estate will be June 3 and September 3. Ms. Geirnaeirt also said that Mobile Home tax bills were mailed and their due date will be July 15.
Public Comment-Mr. Woodyard commented on good neighbor agreement, easements and setbacks.
Mr. Nickell commented on setbacks that are included in the County Ordinance.

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Zeller said that he appreciated the ideas that Mr. Woodyard brought before the board and his demeanor shown at the board meetings. Chr. Zeller said that a draft of the wind farm ordinance was placed on the county website this morning and any comments would be accepted for a 30-day period.

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.