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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
October 6, 2025
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call of Members

3. Approval of the Agenda

4. Consideration and Approval of September 22, 2025 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 Voice Votes)

a) Bills
b) Payroll
c) Approval of the Purchase of a Vehicle for Animal Control
d) Re-appointment of Mary English to serve as a Commissioner on the Housing Authority Board
e) Resolution appointing James A. Harris as a Commissioner for the Willow Creek Drainage District

9. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)

10. Chairman’s Remarks

11. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
October 6th, 2025

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office at 9 am on Monday October 6th, 2025. Chr. Wankel asked County Clerk Sills to conduct the roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “present”, Commissioner Woods answered “present” and Chr. Wankel answered “present”. Clk. informed the Chr. you have your quorum you may continue.

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

Chr. Wankel said minutes from the board meeting of September 22nd, 2025, need approval from the board. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports-Commissioner Woods provided an update on Morgan County’s funding for the Home Repair and Accessibility Program (HRAP) through the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA). He shared that Morgan County has received funding to assist low-and very low-income homeowners with essential home repairs and accessibility improvements. A press release will be distributed to local media. The initial HRAP landing page is now live at https://hrap.tecsinc.com.
Information will be circulated noting that applications will open soon, and contractors are being recruited for projects such as roofing, siding, ramps, and other general improvements over the next six months, with contractors of up to $50,000.00.

Chr. Wankel said bills in the amount of $57,725.09 need approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Woods made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Commissioner Wood seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked Clk. Sills for roll call for payment of bills in the stated amount as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said verifiable payroll for signing on the 9th and distribution on the 15th of October, respectfully, is the next item needing approval from the board. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked the Clk. for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll as stated as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said next on the agenda that needs board approval is the Purchase of a Vehicle for Animal Control. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the Purchase of a Vehicle, Commissioner Wood discussed how the Animal Control was in need of a different Vehicle, he also got the bids on the trucks, he stated that he went out and got 4 different bids, high bid came in at $35,367.70 and the lowest was $28,623.00. The truck will have warranty on it; we are replacing the 2012 with a 2024. Commissioner Wood did speak highly about Animal Control and thanked Lisa on what a great job they do and that it isn’t an easy job to have. Commissioner Woods second the motion, there was a discussion. Chr. Wankel asked the Clk. for roll call. Roll goes as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said that the next item that needs approval from the board is the Re-appointment of Mary English to serve as a Commissioner on the Housing Authority Board. Commissioner Woods made a motion to approve the Re-appointment of Mary English to serve as a Commissioner on the Housing Authority Board. Commissioner Wood seconded it. Chr. asked the Clk. for roll call. Roll call goes as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Chr. said next on the agenda is a Resolution appointing James A. Harris as a Commissioner for the Willow Creek Drainage District. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the Resolution appointing James A. Harris as a Commissioner for the Willow Creek Drainage District. Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. Chr. asked the Clk. for roll call. Roll call goes as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Wankel said that he hopes everyone enjoyed the Celebration that took place downtown, the Courthouse being displayed was amazing and that turned out to be a great weekend. He also stated that the Courthouse will be closed on Monday for Columbus Day.

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

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
September 22, 2025
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call of Members

3. Approval of the Agenda

4. Consideration and Approval of September 8, 2025 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 Voice Votes)

a) Bills

b) Payroll

c) Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Grant Management Agreement with TEC Services Consulting, INC.

9. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)

10. Chairman’s Remarks

11. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
September 22, 2025

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on Monday September 22, 2025 at 9 am. Chr. Wankel asked County Clerk Sills to conduct the roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “present”, Commissioner Woods answered “present” and Chr. Wankel answered “present”. Clk. 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 Woods made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Wood seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said minutes from the September 8, 2025 board meeting also need approval from the board. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has been approved.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports-none

Chr. Wankel said bills for $261,471.84 need approval from the board for payment, Chr. stated the large amount was because we had two account payable cycle that we had to combine because of end of the Fiscal Year had to wait until new Fiscal Year was rolled over and ready. Commissioner Woods made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the state amount. Commissioner Wood seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call for the payment of bills in the stated amount as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said verifiable payroll for signing on the 25th and distributing on the 30th of September is the next item for approval. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll for the stated dates as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has been approved.

Chr. Wankel said the next is to approve the Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Grant Management Agreement with TEC Services Consulting, INC. There was a discussion from the Chr. on this. Commissioner Woods made a motion to approve the Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Grant Management Agreement with TEC Services Consulting, INC. Commissioner Wood second the motion. Chr. asked the Clk. for roll call. Clk. asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. The Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Wankel said fall weather is here and the farmers are in full force in the fields with their farming equipment, so everyone be safe.

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

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
September 8, 2025
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call of Members

3. Approval of the Agenda

4. Consideration and Approval of August 25, 2025, 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 Voice Votes)

a) Bills

b) Payroll

9. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)

10. Chairman’s Remarks

11. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
September 8, 2025

The Morgan County Borad of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on Monday September 8, 2025, at 9 am. Chr. Wankel asked County Clerk Sills to conduct the roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “present”, Commissioner Woods answered “present” and Chr. Wankel answered “present”, you have your quorum, and you may continue.

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

Chr. Wankel said the minutes from the August 25th board meeting need approval from the board. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-Commissioner Woods updated the board on the status of the Illinois Housing Development Authority Home Repair and Accessibility program (“HRAP”) grant. He noted that the final Funding Agreement has been executed by all parties and that IHDA acknowledges the county has chosen to use TEC Services Consulting Inc., Greg Sutton. New announcements will be going out to public very soon.

Staff and Consultant Reports-none

Chr. Wankel said bills in the stated amount of $123,953.41 needs approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Woods made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Commissioner Wood seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call for the payment of bills in the stated amount as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said verifiable payroll for signing on the 10th and distribution on the 15th of September, respectfully, is the next order of business. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll as stated as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chr. Remarks-Chr. Wankel said that State Street is moving right along and looking great. Chr. informed the board that there will be a 911 Ceremony Thursday night around the square. Elevator is up and running.

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

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
August 25, 2025
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call of Members

3. Approval of the Agenda

4. Consideration and Approval of August 11, 2025 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 Voice Votes)

a) Bills
b) Payroll
c) Approval of Purchase of Real Estate Property 340 West State Street
d) Acceptance of Ordinance Amending a Rate for Recorder of Deeds GIS Fund
e) One day Liquor License for the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce on September 11, 2025
f) Resolution for Delinquent Tax Payment
g) FY 2026 Budget

9. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)

10. Chairman’s Remarks

11. Adjournment

MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
August 25th, 2025

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office at 9 am on Monday August 25th, 2025. Chr. Wankel asked Chief Deputy Waggener to conduct the roll call. Chief Deputy asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “present” and Commissioner Woods answered “present”. Chr. Wankel answered present. Dep. Clerk 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 Woods made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Wood seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said minutes from the board meeting of August 11th, 2025 need approval from the board.
Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Public Comment-Dick Samples and Mindi Olson from the Village of South Jacksonville spoke from the floor about Rd District #10 and Rd District #15 it was discussed to talk to the Rd District Clerk regarding this issue, there was a discussion, also from the floor there was a discussion regarding Animal Control.

Committee Reports-Commissioner Woods addressed that he had a meeting that he attended with the West Central Development Council the past week they had a successful report moving forward overall excited to be participate in that activity.

Staff and Consultant Reports-none

Chr. Wankel said bills in the amount of $91,007.22 from General Fund and $12,002.50 for our ARPA fund need approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Woods made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount; Commissioner Wood seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Dep. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call the payment of bills in the stated amount as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye” and Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Dep. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said verifiable payroll for signing on the 26 and distribution on the 29 of August, respectfully, is the next item needing approval from the board. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates; Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Dep. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll as stated as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Dep. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said next on the agenda is the Approval of the Purchase of Real Estate Property 340 W. State Street in the amount of $305,000.00. Commissioner Woods made a motion to approve the Purchase of Real Estate Property 340 W. State St., Commissioner Wood second the motion. Chr. asked the Dep. Clk. for roll call. Roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”, Dep. Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said that an Ordinance Amending a Rate for Recorder of Deeds GIS Fund needs approval from the board there was a discussion. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the Amending Rate for the Recorder of Deeds GIS Fund; Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. Chr. asked the Dep. Clk. for roll call. Roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Dep. Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said next that needs approval from the board is the One-day Liquor License for the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce on September 11, 2025. Commissioner Woods made a motion to approve the One-Day Liquor License for the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, Commissioner Wood second the motion. The Chr. asked the Dep. Clk. for roll call. Roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Dep. Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Chr. said next item that needs approval for the board is the Resolution for Delinquent Tax Payment, Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the Resolution for Delinquent Tax Payment, Commissioner Woods second the motion. Chr. asked the Dep. Clk. Waggener for roll call. Roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Dep. Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Chr. stated that the FY 2026 Budget needs approval from the board. Commissioner Woods made a motion to approve the FY 2026 Budget and Commissioner Wood second the motion. Chr. asked the Dep. Clk. for roll call. Roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Dep. Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-let everyone know that the Courthouse will be closed on Monday for Labor Day, I hope everyone enjoys the holiday weekend.

Commissioner Wood made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed. The meeting stands adjourned at 9:30 am.

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AGENDA
BOARD MEETING
August 11, 2025
9:00 AM

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call of Members

3. Approval of the Agenda

4. Consideration and Approval of July 21, 2025 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 Voice Votes)

a) Bills
b) Payroll
c) Engineering Contract Approval for Bridge Replacement Project 23-01122-00-BR
d) Engineering Contract Approval for Bridge Replacement Project 23-01121-00-BR
e) Engineering Contract Approval for Bridge Replacement Project 23-08120-00-BR
f) Engineering Contract Approval for Bridge Replacement Project 23-08121-00-BR
g) One Day Liquor License for Hamilton’s Catering for October 18,2025 and October 25, 2025
h) Resolution Approving the Appointment of Blake E. Roderick to the Mid-America Intermodal Authority Port District
i) Appointment of Mari Anna Gosnell to the West Central Mass Transit Board
j) Purchase of Real Estate Property 340 West State Street

9. Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)

10. Chairman’s Remarks

11. Adjournment
MORGAN COUNTY BOARD MEETING
August 11th, 2025

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on Monday August 11th, 2025, at 9 am. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clerk Sills asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “present”, Commissioner Woods answered “present”, and Chr. Wankel answered “present”. 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 Woods made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Wood seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said the board meeting minutes from July 21st, 2025, need approval from the board. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-Commissioner Woods talked about his meeting with the Health Department there was a discussion.

Staff and Consultant Reports-none

Chr. Wankel said bills for $289,905.80 from General Fund and $29,132.55 from the ARPA Fund will need approval from the board for payment. Commissioner Woods made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Commissioner Wood seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clerk Sills asked for roll call for the payment of bills as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clerk Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said verifiable payroll for signing on the 13 of August and distribution on the 15 of August needs approval from the board. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the payroll for the stated dates. Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clerk Sills asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clerk Sills informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said next on the agenda is the approval of Engineering Contract Approval for Bridge Replacement Project 23-01122-00-BR through 23-08121-00-BR, Matt Coultas from the Highway Department was present and there was a discussion. Commissioner Woods made a motion to approve the Engineering Contract Approval for Bridge Replacement Project; Commissioner Wood seconded it. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call as follows. Roll call for the Engineering Contract Approval for Bridge Replacement Project 23-01122-00-BR through 23-08121-00-BR, Commissioner Wood answered “aye” Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said next on the agenda is One Day Liquor License for Hamilton’s Catering for October 18, and October 25, 2025. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the One Day Liquor License for Hamilton’s Catering for the stated dates; Commissioner Woods seconded it. Chr. Wankel asked the Clk. for roll call. Clk. asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said next is the Resolution Approving the Appointment of Blake E. Roderick to the Mid-America Intermodal Authority Port District that needs approval from the board. Commissioner Woods made a motion to approve the Resolution of the Appointment of Blake E. Roderick to the Mid-America Intermodal Authority Port District; Commissioner Wood seconded the motion. Chr. Wankel asked the Clk. for roll call. Clk. Sills asked for roll call as follows. Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. The Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said that the Appointment of Mari Anna Gosnell to the West Central Mass Transit Board needs approval from the board. Commissioner Wood made the motion to approve the Appointment of Mari Anna Gosnell to the West Central Mass Transit Board; Commissioner Woods seconded the motion. Chr. asked the Clk. for roll call. Clk. asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. The Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said a purchase agreement for Real Estate Property for 340 West State Street needs approval from the board. Commissioner Wood made a motion to approve the purchase agreement for Real Estate Property for 340 West State Street, Commissioner Woods seconded it, there was a discussion. Chr. Wankel asked the Clk. for roll call. Roll call as follows, Commissioner Wood answered “aye”, Commissioner Woods answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. informed the Chr. motion has passed.

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed) –none

Chairman’s Remarks- Chr. Wankel said that construction continues on State Steet, but it is coming right along, things are moving forward with the elevator.

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