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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
APRIL 8, 2024
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of March 25, 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) Material Letting for Morgan County’s 2024 County M.F.T. Maintenance
d) Contract Letting Section: 20-06121-00-DR
e) Contract Letting Section: 20-09113-00-DR
9. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
10. Chairman’s Remarks
11. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
April 8, 2024

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on Monday April 8, 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 minutes from the March 25 board meeting also 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-County Clerk Waggener said that her office has closed the primary election and are now gearing up for November.

Chr. Wankel said bills for $98,839.94 need approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the state amount. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener 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. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said verifiable payroll for signing on the 12 and distributing on the 15 of April is the next item for approval. 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 for the stated dates 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 several items are concerning the MFT maintenance are next on the agenda and Matt Coutlas is present and would explain. Mr. Coultas said on March 13 bids for material letting for Morgan County’s 2024 county MFT maintenance were opened. There is discussion. Mr. Coultas asked for the board to approve the low bidders on each material group. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the material letting for the county’s 2024 MFT maintenance as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the material letting for the county’s 2024 MFT maintenance 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 contract letting section 20-06121-00-DR is the next item on the agenda. Mr. Coultas said this is for R.D. #6. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the contract letting section 20-06121-00-DR as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the contract letting section 20-06121-00-DR 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 contract letting section 20-09113-00-DR also needs approval from the board. Mr. Coultas said this was for R.D. #9. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the contract letting 20-09113-00-DR as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the contract letting 20-09113-00DR 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.

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Wankel said that the new Circuit Clerk has been sworn in and welcomed Jennifer Bonjean.

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.

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
MARCH 25, 2024
9:00 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of March 11, 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) Appointment of Robert Carpenter as a Trustee of Davis Cemetery
d) Re-Appointment of Tammi Lonergan to the Alexander Water District Board
e) Appointment of Brian Nyberg to the Western Illinois Economic Development Authority to fill a term ending January 2030
f) Resolution to Authorize County Highway Engineer Matthew Coultas to enter into Contracts with the State of Illinois on behalf of Morgan County
g) Agreement to hire Center for Public Safety Management for a Comprehensive Emergency Medical Services Analysis along with the City of Jacksonville
h) Appointment of Jennifer Bonjean to fill the unexpired Circuit Clerk Term of Office
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
MARCH 25, 2024

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on Monday March 25, 2024 at 9 am. 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 approval of the agenda is the first order of business. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said minutes from the March 11, 2024 board meeting need approval from the board. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports-Clk. Waggener said her office will close the election on April 2 and around 175 votes by mail ballots are still out. Matt Coultas, county hwy. engineer, said he would be bringing in resolutions on April 8th for approval from the board and the Johnson Road project is complete.

Chr. Wankel said bills for $120,445.20 from the general fund and $39,747.60 ARPA funds need approval for payment. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the payment of bills as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the payment of bills in the stated amounts as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said verifiable payroll for signing on the 29 and distribution on the 30 of March is the next item for approval. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Zeller 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 passed.

Chr. Wankel said an appointment of Robert Carpenter as trustee of the Davis Cemetery is the next item on the agenda. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the appointment of Robert Carpenter as trustee of the Davis Cemetery as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the appointment of Robert Carpenter as trustee to the Davis Cemetery 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 passed.

Chr. Wankel said a re-appointment of Tammi Lonergan to the Alexander Water District board is the next item on the agenda. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to appoint Tammi Lonergan to the Alexander Water District board as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the re-appointment of Tammi Lonergan to the Alexander Water District 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 passed.

Chr. Wankel said an appointment of Brian Nyberg to the Western Illinois Economic Development Authority to fill a term ending January 30, 2030 needs approval from the board. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the appointment of Brian Nyberg to the Western Illinois Economic Development Authority as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the appointment of Brian Nyberg to the Western Illinois Economic Development Authority 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 passed.

Chr. Wankel said a resolution to authorize the county highway engineer, Matthew Coultas, to enter into contracts with the State of Illinois on behalf of Morgan County is the next item needing approval. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the resolution to authorize the county highway engineer to enter into contracts with the State of Illinois as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said an agreement to hire center for public safety management for a comprehensive emergency medical service analysis along with the City of Jacksonville is next on the agenda. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the agreement as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the agreement to hire center for public safety management for a comprehensive emergency medical service analysis with the City of Jacksonville as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said the appointment of Jenny Bonjean to fill the vacancy of the unexpired term of the Circuit Clerk’s office is the next item needing approval. Chr. Wankel said the appointment will begin on April 8th, 2024. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the appointment of Jenny Bonjean as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the appointment of Jenny Bonjean to fill the vacancy of the unexpired term of the Circuit Clerk’s office as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Wankel said the window project is moving along.

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.

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
MARCH 11, 2024
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of February 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) Payroll
c) One Day Liquor License for Hamilton’s Catering for June 8, 2024
d) Ordinance for American Rescue Plan Act Funds for Jail Generator
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
MARCH 11, 2024

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioners office on Monday at 9 am, March 11, 2024. 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 minutes from the February 26, 2024 meeting need approval by 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 her office is still early voting and grace period voting.
Sheriff Carmody said that jail project is complete.

Chr. Wankel said bills in the amount of $122,105.68 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. Clk. Waggener 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. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said the verifiable payroll for signing on the 14th and distribution on the 15th of March is the next item for approval. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the dates stated. 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 passed.

Chr. Wankel said a one-day liquor license by Hamilton’s Catering for June 8, 2024 needs approval from the board. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the one-day liquor license for Hamilton’s Catering as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the one-day liquor 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 passed.
Chr. Wankel said that ordinance for American Rescue Plan Act Funds for the jail generator and Sheriff Carmody is present and would explain this for them. There was discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the ordinance for American Rescue Plan Act Funds as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked Clk. Waggener for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the ordinance for American Rescue Plan Act Funds as discussed as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that the motion has passed.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-none

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

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of February 13, 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. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office at 9 am on Monday February 26, 2024. Chr. Wankel asked Chief Deputy County Clerk Sills to conduct the roll call. Dep. Clerk Sills asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “present” and Chr. Wankel answered “present”. Commissioner Zeller is absent from today’s meeting. Dep. Clerk 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. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said minutes from the board meeting of February 13, 2024 need approval from the board.
Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports-none

Chr. Wankel said bills in the amount of $39,728.97 need approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Dep. Clk. Sills asked for roll call the payment of bills in the stated amount as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Dep. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said verifiable payroll for signing on the 28 and distribution on the 29 of February, respectfully, is the next item needing approval from the board. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Dep. Clk. Sills asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll as stated as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Dep. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-none
Commissioner Fanning made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed. The meeting stands adjourned.

NOTE: THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY DUE TO THE LINCOLN’S BIRTHDAY HOLIDAY.

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
9:00 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of January 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
c) FY 24 Budget Adjustment for Health Department and Public Defender Grant Fund
d) Approval of MFT Bid Letting Documents
e) Awarding of Bid for Courthouse HVAC project to Henson Robinson Company
f) Awarding of Bid for Courthouse Asbestos Abatement to M & O Companies
g) Ordinance Ratifying the Approval and Execution of the Project Road Use Agreement for the Construction and Operation of a Substation by Lotus Wind Project
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
February 13, 2024

The Morgan County Borad of Commissioners met in the Commissioners office on Tuesday February 13, 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”.

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 the minutes from the January 22 board meeting need approval from the board. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports-Matt Coultas reported on replacing trucks at the Highway Department. County Clerk Waggener reported early voting has started in her office and all the permanent vote by mail ballots have been mailed.

Chr. Wankel said bills for $59,185.86 need approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the payment of bills. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener 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. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said verifiable payroll for signing on the 14th and distribution on the 15th of February, respectfully, is the next order of business. 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 passed.

Chr. Wankel said a FY 24 budget adjustment for the Health Department and Public Defender Grant is the next item on the agenda. Dale Bainter from the Health Department explain his need for the budget adjustment. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the budget adjustment for the Health Department as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the Health Department FY 24 budget adjustment 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 passed.

Chr. Wankel said the FY budget 24 adjustment for the Public Defender Grant fund is the next item on the agenda. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the FY 24 budget adjustment for the Public Defender grant as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the FY 24 budget adjustment for the Public Defender grant 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 passed.

Chr. Wankel said approval of the MFT bid letting documents is next on the agenda. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the MFT letting documents as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the MFT bid letting documents 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 passed.

Chr. Wankel said awarding of the bid for the courthouse hvac project to Henson Robinson Company is the next item on the agenda. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the awarding to Henson Robinson Company as the low bidder for the courthouse hvac as discussed. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the awarding of the bid to Henson Robinson Company for the courthouse hvac project 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 passed.

Chr. Wankel said the awarding of the bid for the courthouse asbestos abatement to M&O Companies is the next item on the agenda needing approval. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the awarding to the low bidder M&O Companies for the courthouse asbestos abatement project as discussed. Commissioner Zeller seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the awarding of the courthouse asbestos abatement to the low bidder M&O Companies 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 passed.

Chr. Wankel said an ordinance ratifying the approval and execution of the project road use agreement for the construction and operation of a substation by Lotus Wind Project is the next item on the agenda. Mr. Douglas is present and will explain this. There is discussion. Commissioner Zeller made a motion to approve the ordinance ratifying the approval and execution of the Project Road use agreement for the construction and operation of a substation by the Lotus Wind Project. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the ordinance ratifying the approval and execution of the Project Use Agreement for the construction and operation of a substation by Lotus Wind Project as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Zeller answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chr. Remarks-Chr. Wankel said the Courthouse will be closed Monday February 19 in observance of Presidents Day.

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