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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
JUNE 6, 2022
9:00 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of May 31, 2022 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
JUNE 6, 2022

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on Monday June 6, 2022 at 9 am. Chr. Bradley A. Zeller asked County Clerk Waggener to conduct the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “present”, Commissioner Wankel answered “present” and Chr. Zeller answered “present”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. a quorum is present and the meeting may continue.

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

Chr. Zeller said the next item on the agenda is the minutes from the board meeting on May 31, 2022. Commissioner Wankel make a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report-County Clerk Waggener said her office is continuing to early voting and vote by mail.

Chr. Zeller said the bills in the amount of $544,362.46 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 Wankel seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller 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 Wankel answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said verifiable payroll for signing on June 14 and distribution on the 15 is the next item on the agenda. Commissioner Wankel made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for verifiable payroll for the stated dates as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Wankel answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller 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. Zeller said the Health Department has opened and from what he has heard it is very nice. Commissioner Fanning said the Courthouse will be closed on June 20 for Juneteenth.

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

NOTE: THIS MEETING WILL BE ON TUESDAY DUE TO THE MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY.
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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
MAY 31, 2022
9:00 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of May 23, 2022 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) One Day Liquor License for Hamilton’s Catering for the dates of June 5, June 17, and July 9, 2022
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
MAY 31, 2022

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on Tuesday May 31 at 9 am. Chr. Zeller asked Deputy Clerk Jokisch to conduct the roll call. Dep. Clk. Jokisch asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “present”, Commissioner Wankel answered “present” and Chr. Zeller answered “present”.

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

Chr. Zeller said the minutes from the May 23 board meeting need approval from the board. Commissioner Wankel made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report-none

Chr. Zeller said a request for a one day liquor license from Hamilton’s Catering is the next item on the agenda. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the one day liquor license for Hamilton’s Catering as discussed. Commissioner Wankel seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (only of needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-The Health Department’s new building will be open on June 1 to the public.

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

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
MAY 23, 2022
9:00 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of May 9, 2022 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 Setting Salaries for Elected Officials: Commissioner #1, County Clerk, and Treasurer
d) Resolution Setting Salary for Sheriff
e) Presentation from Prairie Creek Solar
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
MAY 23, 2022

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on Monday, May 23 at 9 am. Chairman Bradley A. Zeller asked County Clerk Waggener to conduct the roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “present”, Commissioner Wankel answered “present” and Chr. Zeller answered “present”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. a quorum is present and the meeting may continue.

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

The next item on the agenda is the approval of the minutes from the May 9, 2022 board meeting, Chr. Zeller said. Commissioner Wankel made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report-County Clerk Waggener said early voting is taking place in her office and new voter registration cards are being mailed out.
Matt Coultas said road work will begin in the Murrayville area and on the Concord/Arenzville Road.

Chr. Zeller said payment of bills in the amount of $336,640.37 need approval from the board. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve payment of the bills. Commissioner Wankel seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the payment of bills as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Wankel answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said verifiable payroll for signing on the 26 and distribution on the 27 is the next item on the agenda. Commissioner Wankel made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller 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 Wankel answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said a resolution setting the salaries for elected officials is the next item needing approval. This resolution is for Commissioner #1, County Clerk and Treasurer. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution setting the elected officials salaries as discussed. Commissioner Wankel seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the setting of salaries per resolution as discussed as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Wankel answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said a resolution for the setting of the Sheriff’s salaries is the next item for approval. Chr. Zeller said that the new salary was set by the State and will begin in December. There is discussion.
Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution setting the new salary for the Sheriff. Commissioner Wankel seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Wankel answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said a presentation by the Prairie Creek Solar is the next item on the agenda. James Abraham, John Maxwell and Bartley Higgins gave the presentation. There was discussion. Chr. Zeller asked that regular updates be given as there are no ordinances in the county.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Zeller said the Courthouse will be closed this Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day. Commissioner Fanning said there will be a company assessing the windows in the Courthouse for possible replacement/repair.

Commissioner Wankel 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
MAY 9, 2022
9:00 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of April 25, 2022 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
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
May 9, 2022

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on Monday May 9, 2022 at 9 am. Chairman Bradley A. Zeller asked for roll call. County Clerk Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “present”, Commissioner Wankel answered “present” and Chr. Zeller answered “present”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. a quorum is present and the meeting may continue.

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

Chr. Zeller said minutes from the April 25, 2022 board meeting need approval from the board. Commissioner Wankel 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 bills for $87,351.79 need approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Commissioner Wankel seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the payment of bills as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Wankel answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said verifiable payroll for signing on May 12 and distribution on the 13 is the next item for approval. Commissioner Wankel made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll as stated. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for verifiable payroll as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Wankel answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said a resolution for a delinquent tax payment is the next item on the agenda. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution as discussed. Commissioner Wankel seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the approve of a resolution for a delinquent tax payment as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Commissioner Wankel answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-none

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

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
APRIL 25, 2022
9:00 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of April 11, 2022 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) FY 2021 Audit
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
April 25, 2022

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on Monday, April 25 at 9 am. Present were Chairman Bradley A. Zeller and Commissioner Ginny Fanning. Commissioner Michael Wankel joined the meeting via call in. Chr. Zeller asked for a roll call. County Clerk Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “present”, Chr. Zeller answered “present” and Commissioner Wankel answered “present”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. that a quorum is present and the meeting may continue.

Chr. Zeller said the first item needing approval is the agenda. Commissioner Wankel made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Al voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

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

Public Comment-none

Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report-County Clerk Waggener said that her office will be sending new voter registration cards out in the next few weeks. These will have new districts, new precincts and new polling sites on them.

Chr. Zeller said bills in the amount of $36,288.58 need approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Wankel made a motion for payment of bills in the stated amount. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller 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”, Chr. Zeller answered “aye” and Commissioner Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said verifiable payroll for signing on April 28 and distribution on the 29 is the next item on the agenda for approval. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Wankel seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for verifiable payroll for the stated dates as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Chr. Zeller answered “aye” and Commissioner Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said the FY 2021 Audit is the next item on the agenda and Mr. Witte is present and will explain this for the board. There is discussion. Commissioner Wankel made a motion to approve the FY 2021 audit as presented. Commissioner Fanning seconded the motion. Chr. Zeller asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the FY 2021 audit as discussed as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye”, Chr. Zeller answered “aye” and Commissioner 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-none

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

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
APRIL 11, 2022
9:00 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Consideration and Approval of March 21, 2022 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) Re-appointment of George E. Wright to the Alexander Water District Board of Trustees
d) Re-appointment of Reuel Wright to the Alexander Fire Protection District Board of Trustees
e) Re-appointment of Dale Nickel, Brian Musch, and Alex Brockhouse to the Concord Cemetery Board of Trustees to serve three-year terms
f) Appointment of Chris Privia to the West Central Joint Emergency Telephone Systems Board as the Villages of Chapin and Meredosia Representative for a three-year term
g) One Day Liquor License for Hamilton’s Catering for the dates of May 7, May 28, June 11, and June 18, 2022
h) Resolution to Award Material Letting for 2022 County M.F.T. Maintenance
i) Resolution for Approval of Funds for the Murrayville Road from US 67 to IL 267
j) Ordinance for American Rescue Plan Act Funding for Courtroom Electrical Work
k) Ordinance for American Rescue Plan Act Funding for Jail Security and HVAC Work
9. Other Business
10. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)
11. Chairman’s Remarks
12. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
April 11, 2022

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on April 11, 2022 at 9 am. Chr. Zeller asked County Clerk Waggener to conduct roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “present and Chr. Zeller answered “present”. It is noted the Commissioner Wankel is absent from this morning’s meeting.

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 has passed.

Chr. Zeller said board meeting minutes from March 21, 2022 need approval from the board. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports, including Finance Report-none

Chr. Zeller said bills for $67,587.89 need approval from the board for payment. 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 for the payment of bills in the stated amount as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said the verifiable payroll for signing on the 14 and distribution on the 15 of April needs approval from the board. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and asked Clk. Waggener for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll as stated as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said a reappointment of George E. Wright to the Alexander Water District Board of Trustees is the next item needing approval. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the reappointment as discussed. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said a reappointment of Reuel Wright to the Alexander Fire Protection District Board of Trustees is the next item needing approval. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the reappointment as discussed. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion as passed.

Chr. Zeller said a reappointment of Dale Nickel, Brian Musch and Alex Brockhouse to the Concord Cemetery Board of Trustees to serve a three year term is the next item on the agenda. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the reappointment as discussed. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said an appointment of Chris Privia to the West Central Joint Emergency Telephone Systems Board as the Villages of Chapin and Meredosia Representative for a three year term is the next item for approval. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the appointment as discussed. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said that Hamilton’s Catering has requested approval from the board for one day liquor licenses for the following dates, May 7, May 28, June 11 and June 18, 2022. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the one-day liquor licenses for Hamilton’s Catering as discussed. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the one day liquor licenses as discussed as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said a resolution to award material letting for 2022 County M.F.T. Maintenance is the next item on the agenda and Matt Coultas is present and will explain. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution as presented. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the resolution to award material letting for 2022 County M.F.T. Maintenance as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said a resolution for approval of funds for the Murrayville Road from US 67 to IL 267 is the next item on the agenda. Matt Coultas again explain this for the Commissioner’s. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the resolution as discussed. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the resolution for approval of funds for the Murrayville Road from US 67 to IL 267 as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said that an ordinance for the American Rescue Plan Act Funding for the Courtroom electrical work is the next item for approval. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the ordinance as discussed. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the ordinance for the American Rescue Plan Act funding as discussed as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Zeller said an ordinance for the American Rescue Plan Act funding for Jail Security and HVAC work is the next item for approval from the board. There was discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the ordinance for the American Rescue Plan Act for the Jail Security and HVAC work as discussed. Chr. Zeller seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the ordinance for the American Rescue Plan Act for Jail Security and HVAC as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye” and Chr. Zeller answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener 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. Zeller seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed and the meeting is adjourned.