Jackson County, IL
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👤 Members & officials (143)
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Who’s on the 708 Mental Health Board
- Martin
- Snyder
- Flowers
- Turner
- Willis
- Mac-Rizzo
- Gibbs
- David Mac-Rizzo
Who’s on the Board of Review
- Allan Karnes
- Jessica Doerr Berger
- Tammy Ehlers
- Lura Frederick
- Maureen Berkowitz
- Stephen Schauwecker
Who’s on the County Board
- D. Bost — Board Member
- Erbes — Board Member
- J.S. Rendleman — Board Member
- Peterson — Board Member
- Mueller — Board Member
- Knust — Board Member
- Comparato — Board Member
- Ikner — Board Member
- Snyder
- Phillips
- Calandro
- Lister
- Miller
- Battrell
- Ashley
- Presley
- Philllips
Who’s on the Executive Committee
- Calandro
- Peterson
- Snyder
- Erbes
- Phillips
- Comparato
- Mueller
- Ikner
- Presley
- Bost
- Comparto
- Phillips Appointments
Who’s on the Finance Administration Committee
- Erbes
- Bost
- Rendleman
- Snyder
- Battrell
- Comparato
- Ikner
- Ashley
- Presley
- Batrell
- Presley Finance
- Renleman
Who’s on the Health Insurance Task Force
- Bohm
- Duty
- Comparato
- Preston
- Battrell
- Burns
- Mueller
- Stokes
- Manis
- Shepard
- Battell
- Dailey
- Honold
- Presley
Who’s on the Human Resources Subcommittee
- Snyder
- Erbes
- Miller
- Allan Karnes
- Jessica Doerr Berger
- Joni Bailey
- Lura Frederick
- Tammy Ehlers
- Maureen Berkowitz
- Maureen Berkowtiz
- Stephen Schauwecker
- Stephen Schuawecker
Who’s on the Jackson/Union Regional Port District
- Basden
- Cissell
- Pitts
- Beckman
- Smithey
- Colombo
- Orrill
- Ikner
- Andrew Erbes
- Paul Jacobs
- Rhoda Jacobs
- Rodney Beckmann
- Smithy
- Tamiko Mueller
Who’s on the Legislative and Public Safety Committee
- Snyder
- Lister
- Miller
- Knust
- Mueller
- Comparato
- Battrell
- Phillips
- Presley
- Comparto
Who’s on the Liquor Advisory Board
- Calandro
- Cervantez
- Ihle
- Snyder
- Basden II
- Kilquist
- Gale
Who’s on the Liquor Advisory Committee
- Basden
- Calandro
- Gale
- Ihle
- Kilquist
- Snyder
- Cascio-Hale
- Cervantez
Who’s on the Natural Resources Economic Development Board
- Legan
- Mulholland
- Maxwell
- McMorrow-Hunter
- Carrier
- Apgar
- Brown
- Layne
- Amy McMorrow-Hunter
- Phillips
- Ashley
- Mawell
Who’s on the Real Property Committee
- Phillips
- Peterson
- Bost
- Rendleman
- Snyder
- Ikner
- Lister
- Knust
- Ashley
- Battrell
- Phillikps
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Review
Board of Review to sign certificates, discuss PTAB hearings
The Jackson County Board of Review is meeting to approve minutes, sign certificates of error, and discuss upcoming Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) hearings scheduled for September 8, 2026. A taxpayer has requested to speak to the board and asks that her township assessor be present. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes
- Sign certificates of error (item 2026-712)
- Discuss PTAB hearings scheduled for Sept. 8, 2026
- Public comment: taxpayer requests to speak, asks for township assessor to be present
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Board of Review Meeting
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 9:00 AM
900 Walnut St
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1.
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Approval of Minutes
Certificate of Error
2.
2026-712
SIGN CERTIFICATE OF ERRORS
DISCUSS PTAB HEARINGS SCHEDULED SEPT. 8, 2026
Public Comment
3.
2026-714
TAX PAYER IS REQUESTING TO SPEAK TO THE BOARD AND REQUESTS
THAT HER TOWNSHIP ASSESSOR IS PRESENT AS WELL.
Recess
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:00
Legislative and Public Safety Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30
Natural Resources Economic Development Board
200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 17:00
Legislative and Public Safety Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:30
Natural Resources Economic Development Board
200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 17:00
Legislative and Public Safety Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 17:30
Natural Resources Economic Development Board
200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 17:00
Legislative and Public Safety Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 17:30
Natural Resources Economic Development Board
200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 17:00
Legislative and Public Safety Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
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Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
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Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 17:30
Natural Resources Economic Development Board
200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
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Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
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Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 17:00
Legislative and Public Safety Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
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Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
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Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
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Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
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Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 17:00
Legislative and Public Safety Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
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Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 17:00
Legislative and Public Safety Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
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Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
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Thu May 6, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu May 6, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu May 6, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu May 6, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Jun 3, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Jun 3, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Jun 3, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Jun 3, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Jul 1, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Jul 1, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jul 1, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Thu Jul 1, 2027 · 17:00
Executive Committee
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Recent meetings
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 17:30
Natural Resources Economic Development Board
200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:00
County Board
County Board to fill vacant District 5 seat, approve claims and appointments
The Jackson County Board will consider filling the vacant District 5 seat, approve a consent agenda with various claims and resolutions, and act on appointments to local boards. The meeting also includes an executive session for real property and litigation matters.
- Approval of Debra Mileur to the Jackson County Board District 5 Seat
- Approval of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim in the amount of $281,593.00
- Approval of Highway Monthly Claims in the amount of $741,470.87
- Approval of Resolution 2026-52 Joint Funding Agreement for Union Hill Road (CH 16) Reconstruction Project
- Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement with Murphysboro-Pomona-Somerset Fire Protection District for motor fuel purchase
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Chair
C. J. Calandro - District 3
Members
Tonya Knust - District 1
Dan Bost - District 2
Faith Miller - District 4
Julie Peterson - District 5
Daniel Presley - District 6
Nel Battrell - District 7
Vice Chair
Andrew Erbes - District 2
Members
Jan L. Phillips - District 1
Tamiko Mueller - District 3
Christine Snyder - District 4
- District 5
Van Ikner- District 6
Kevin Lister - District 7
County Board Meeting
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 6:00 PM
Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4
Invocation
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Recognition of Visitors
Citizen Comments
Communications
Agency Reports
Chairman Report
I.
2026-681
Approval of Debra Mileur to the Jackson County Board District 5 Seat
II.
2026-682
DRAFT September Calendar
III.
2026-683
Treasurer Briefing on Public Act 104-0553
Approval of Consent Agenda
IV.
2026-678
Approval of July 21,2026, Board Meeting Minutes
V.
2026-685
Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims in the amount of $15,899.82
VI.
2026-686
Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim in the amount of
$281,593.00
County Board Meeting
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 6:00 PM
Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4
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VII.
2026-687
Approval of On Demand Claims in the amount of $9,109.05
VIII.
2026-688
Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolutions 2026-49 Parcel #14-04-0481-002
IX.
2026-689
Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-50 Parcel #15-16-462- …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Review
Board of Review to hear emailed 2025 appeal and sign certificates of error
The Jackson County Board of Review is meeting to handle property assessment appeals and corrections. The agenda includes discussing an emailed 2025 appeal, signing certificates of error, and a public comment period. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.
- Discuss emailed 2025 appeal
- Sign certificates of error
- Public comment period
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900 WALNUT ST, MURPHYSBORO
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Board of Review Meeting
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 9:00 AM
900 Walnut St
Call to Order
1. 2026-
669
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Approval of Minutes
Appeals
2.
2026-670
1. DISCUSS EMAILED 2025 APPEAL
Certificate of Error
3.
2026-671
SIGN CERTIFICATE OF ERRORS
Public Comment
Recess
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 17:30
708 Mental Health Board
708 Mental Health Board to elect officers, review agency adoptions
The Jackson County 708 Mental Health Board is meeting to approve minutes from May and June, receive a Mental Health Crisis Committee communication, and hear agency reports. The board will also review agency adoptions and elect officers during new business.
- Approval of May 4, 2026, board meeting minutes
- Approval of June 15, 2026, public hearing and board meeting minutes
- Communication from Mental Health Crisis Committee
- Review of agency adoptions
- Election of officers
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
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708 Mental Health Board Meeting
Monday, August 17, 2026 5:30 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Dr. David Mac-Rizzo
Dr. Linda Flowers
Dr.Lateria Martin
Christine Snyder
Dr. Richard Turner
Dr. Margo Willis
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I.
2026-672
Approval of May 4, 2026, 708 Board Meeting Minutes
II.
2026-673
Approval of June 15,2026, 708 Board Public Hearing Minutes
III.
2026-674
Approval of June 15,2026, 708 Board Meeting Minutes
Communication
IV.
2026-675
Mental Health Crisis Committee
Recognition of Visitors
Agency Reports and Updates
Old Business
New Business
V.
2026-676
Review of Agency Adoptions
VI.
2026-677
Election of Officers
Executive Session
Adjourn
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
Committee to consider Union Hill Road reconstruction funding agreement
The Jackson County Real Property Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a joint funding agreement for the Union Hill Road (CH16) reconstruction project, a township aid appropriation for New Era Road, and a discussion on a dilapidated buildings ordinance. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, highway claims, and updates from various county bodies.
- Resolution 2026-52: Joint Funding Agreement for Union Hill Road (CH16) Reconstruction Project
- Resolution 2026-53: Township Aid Appropriation for Desoto District-New Era Road
- Discussion of Dilapidated Buildings Ordinance
- Approval of Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
- Jackson County Bike Routes
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Real Property Committee Meeting
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Julie
Peterson, Chair
Nel Battrell
Dan Bost
Van Ikner
Jan Phillips
Christine Snyder
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-625 Approval of July 2026, Minutes
Communications
II. 2026-626 Timber Rattlesnake Incidental Article
Land Use & Economic Development
III. 2026-627 Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission
IV. 2026-628 Supervisor of Assessments
V. 2026-629 Jackson Growth Alliance
VI. 2026-630 Southwest Connector Taskforce
Highway Department
VII. 2026-631 Jackson County Bike Routes
VIII. 2026-632 Approval of Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
IX. 2026-633 County Highway Department Update
X. 2026-634 Approval of Resolution 2026-52 Joint Funding Agreement Section 22-00188-00-WR
being the Union Hill Road (CH16) Reconstuction Project
XI. 2026-635 Approval of Resolution 2026-53 Township Aid Appropriation Desoto District- New
Era Road
County Buildings & Grounds
XII. 2026-636 Discussion of Dilapidated Buildings Ordinance
Old Business
Real Property Committee Meeting
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
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New Business
Executive Session
Adjourn
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Review
Board to discuss possible stipulation on property tax appeal
The Jackson County Board of Review will meet to approve minutes, sign a certificate of error for DKT #90-130, and discuss a possible stipulation on property tax appeal DKT #2023-04968. Public comment will be heard before recess.
- Sign certificate of error for DKT #90-130
- Discuss possible stipulation on property tax appeal DKT #2023-04968
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Board of Review Meeting
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 9:00 AM
900 Walnut St
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
Certificate of Error
1. 2026-666 SIGN CERTIFICATE OF ERRORS
a. DKTS # 90-- 130
PROPERTY TAX APPEAL BOARD APPEALS
2. 2026-667 DISCUSS POSSIBLE STIPULATION ON DKT #2023-04968
Public Comment
Recess
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:00
Legislative and Public Safety Committee
Committee to discuss data center ordinance next steps
The Jackson County Legislative and Public Safety Committee is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, receiving updates from various departments, and discussing next steps for a data center ordinance. The agenda includes reports on ambulance service, animal control, health department, solid waste, emergency management, and the State's Attorney, as well as a letter to water districts.
- Approval of ambulance monthly claims payment
- Jackson County/Carbondale tornado exercise update
- Discussion on data center ordinance next steps
- Letter to water districts
- Solid waste fund update and recycling program
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Legislative and Public Safety Committee Meeting
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Daniel
Presley, Chair
Tonya Knust
Kevin Lister
Faith Miller
Tamiko Mueller
Jan Phillips
Christine Snyder
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-652 Approval of July 14, 2026, Minutes
Communication
II. 2026-653 Mediacom Memo Update
Chair's Report
Ambulance Service
III. 2026-654 Approval of Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims
IV. 2026-655 Chief's Report
Animal Control
V. 2026-656 Animal Control Monthly Update
Heath Department & Solid Waste
VI. 2026-657 Jackson County Health Department
VII. 2026-658 Solid Waste Enforcement
VIII. 2026-660 Solid Waste Fund Update
IX. 2026-661 Recycling Program
Emergency Management
X. 2026-662 Jackson County/ Carbondale Tornado Exercise Update
Legislative and Public Safety Committee Meeting
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
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State's Attorney
XI. 2026-663 State's Attorney Monthly Update
Legislative
Citizen Comments
Old Business
XII. 2026-665 Letter to Water Districts
New Business
XIII. 2026-664 Discussion on Data Center Ordinance Next Steps
Executive Session
Adjourn
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
Committee to approve $297K in insurance claims and $30K budget amendment
The Jackson County Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to approve routine financial items, including insurance claims, on-demand claims, delinquent tax resolutions, and a courts budget amendment. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of Hope Trust Dental & Vision Claims for $15,899.82
- Approval of Hope Trust Medical Administration Claim for $281,593.00
- Approval of On-Demand Claims for $9,109.05
- Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolutions for four parcels (2026-49, 2026-50, 2026-51, 2026-54)
- Approval of Courts Budget Amendment for $30,000
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Finance and Administration Committee Meeting
Monday, August 10, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Christine
Snyder, Chair
Nel Battrell
Dan Bost
Andrew Erbes
Van Ikner
Daniel Presley
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-640 Approval of July 13, 2026, Minutes
Chair's Report
Insurance
II. 2026-637 Work Comp Update
III. 2026-641 Approval of Payment of Hope Trust Dental & Vision Claims in the amount of
$15,899.82
IV. 2026-642 Approval of Payment of Hope Trust Medical Administration Claim in the amount of
$281,593.00
Finance
V. 2026-639 Approval of On-Demand Claims in the amount of $9,109.05
VI. 2026-643 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-49 Parcel #14-04-0481-002
VII. 2026-644 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-50 Parcel #15-16-462-013
VIII. 2026-645 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-51 Parcel #05-17-454-013
IX. 2026-646 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-54 Parcel #14-04-178-016
X. 2026-647 Approval of Courts Budget Amendment in the amount of $30,000
XI. 2026-648 Cash Summaries by Bank
XII. 2026-649 Revenue and Expense by Department
XIII. 2026-650 County General Fund 101 Summary
Labor
Finance and Administration Committee Meeting
Monday, August 10, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
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Old Business
New Business
Executive Session
Adjourn
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
Jackson County Executive Committee approves multiple appointments
The Jackson County Executive Committee will meet to approve minutes from the July 9 meeting and receive an update from the Regional Office of Education. Multiple appointments to local boards and agencies will be voted on, including positions on the Crosswalk Community Action Agency, Elverado Fire Protection District Board, ETSB 911 Board, and South Highway Water District Board.
- Approval of July 9, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approval of Van Ikner to Crosswalk Community Action Agency
- Approval of Caleb Keigley, Patricia Sherman, and Troy Stewart to Elverado Fire Protection District Board
- Approval of Christine Snyder to ETSB 911 Board
- Approval of Louis Hertter to South Highway Water District Board
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✓ Decided: Committee recommends six appointments to county boards
The Jackson County Executive Committee approved recommendations to the full board for six appointments to various local boards and agencies, all passing 6-0 with one absence. The committee also discussed creating an award in honor of the late John S. Rendleman and agreed to place it on the September agenda for further consideration. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved recommendation to appoint Van Ikner to Crosswalk Community Action Agency (6-0, Erbes absent)
- Approved recommendation to appoint Caleb Keigley to Elverado Fire Protection District Board (6-0, Erbes absent)
- Approved recommendation to appoint Patricia Sherman to Elverado Fire Protection District Board (6-0, Erbes absent)
- Approved recommendation to appoint Troy Stewart to Elverado Fire Protection District Board (6-0, Erbes absent)
- Approved recommendation to appoint Christine Snyder to ETSB 911 Board (6-0, Erbes absent)
- Approved recommendation to appoint Louis Hertter to South Highway Water District Board (6-0, Erbes absent)
- Agreed to place discussion of a potential award honoring John S. Rendleman on September agenda
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Executive Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 6, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
C.J. Calandro, Chair
Andrew Erbes
Van Ikner
Julie Peterson
Daniel Presley
Christine Snyder
Jan Phillips
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-610 Approval of July 09, 2026 Minutes
Chairman Report
Communications
II. 2026-611 August 2026 ROE Update
Internal Office Matters
Appointments
III. 2026-612 Approval of Appointment of Van Ikner to Crosswalk Community Action Agency
IV. 2026-613 Approval of Appointment of Caleb Keigley to the Elverado Fire Protection District Board
V. 2026-614 Approval of Appointment of Patrcia Sherman to the Elverado Fire Protection District
Board
VI. 2026-615 Approval of Appointment of Troy Stewart to the Elverado Fire Protection District Board
VII. 2026-616 Approval of Appointment of Christine Snyder to the ETSB 911 Board
VIII. 2026-617 Approval of Appointment of Louis Hertter to the South Highway Water District Board
Old Business
New Business
Executive Session
Adjourn
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Executive Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 6, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Call to Order
(5:00 P.M.)
Present: Calandro, Ikner, Peterson, Presley, Snyder, Phillips
Absent: Erbes
Also Present: Marsha Cascio-Hale, Joni Bailey, Tamiko Mueller, Troy Stewart
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-610 Approval of July 09, 2026 Minutes
A motion was made by Peterson, seconded by Snyder, to approve the July 09, 2026, minutes
as presented. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Chairman Report
Communications
II. 2026-611 August 2026 ROE Update
Internal Office Matters
Appointments
III. 2026-612 Approval of Appointment of Van Ikner to Crosswalk Community Action
Agency
A motion was made by Presley, seconded by Peterson, to approve a recommendation to the
full board for the appointment of Van Ikner to the Crosswalk Community Action Agency. The
motion carried by the following roll call vote; YES (6) Calandro, Ikner, Peterson, Presley,
Snyder, Phillips ABSENT (1) Erbes
IV. 2026-613 Approval of Appointment of Caleb Keigley to the Elverado Fire Protection
District Board
A motion was made by Ikner, seconded by Presley, to approve a recommendation to the full
board for the appointment of Caleb Keigley to the Elverado Fire Protection District Board. The
motion carried by the following roll call vote; YES (6) Calandro, Ikner, Peterson, Presley,
Snyder, Phillips ABSENT (1) Erbes
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Review
900 WALNUT ST, MURPHYSBORO
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Review
Jackson County Board of Review meets to certify property tax assessment errors
The Jackson County Board of Review will hold a meeting to approve minutes, certify errors in property tax assessments, and allow public comment. No substantive decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.
- Certify errors in property tax assessments (2026-609)
- Public comment period scheduled
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Board of Review Meeting
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 9:00 AM
900 Walnut St
Call to Order
1. 2026-
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Appeals
Certificate of Error
2. 2026-609 SIGN CERTIFICATE OF ERRORS
Public Comment
Recess
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00
Jackson/Union Regional Port District
Jackson/Union Regional Port District to meet August 3
The board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review a treasurer's report regarding an EUI number. No other specific legislative actions or contracts are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of May 4th 2026 meeting minutes
- Approval of June 29th 2026 meeting minutes
- Treasurer's report on EUI Number (Item 2026-618)
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Jackson/Union Regional Port District Meeting
Monday, August 3, 2026 6:00 PM
Alto Pass Community Center
Gene Basden II,
Ethics Officer
Rodney Beckman,
Treasurer
Bonnie Cissell,
Vice-Chair
Kent Pitts, Chair
Brandon Smithey
Nathan Colombo
Bill Orrill
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-620 Approval of May 4th 2026 Meeting Minutes
II. 2026-621 Approval of June 29th 2026 Meeting Minutes
Communication
Treasurer's Report
III. 2026-618 EUI Number
Old Business
New Business
Other Business
Executive Session
Adjourn
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Review
Board to sign stipulations totaling $807,919
The Jackson County Board of Review will hold a procedural meeting to consider signing a Certificate of Error for a Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) case and stipulations for two property tax appeal dockets totaling $807,919. The board will also hear public comment.
- Sign stipulations for docket 2025-04691 ($17,998)
- Sign stipulations for docket 2025-04699 ($789,921)
- Sign Certificate of Error for PTAB (2026-604)
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✓ Decided: Board of Review approves certificates of error and signs stipulations
The Board of Review approved a series of certificates of error and signed stipulations for specific dockets. The board also discussed a specific parcel following an email from a taxpayer.
- Approved Certificates of Error #25-000057 through #25-00067
- Signed stipulations for dockets 2025-04691 ($17,998), 2025-04699 ($789,921), and 2025-04237 ($92,275)
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Board of Review Meeting
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 9:00 AM
900 Walnut St
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
Certificate of Error
1. 2026-604 SIGN CERTIFICATE OF ERROR--
PTAB
2. 2026-603 SIGN STIPULATIONS FOR DKTS
2025-04691--TOTAL OF $17,998
2025-04699- TOTAL OF $789,921
Hearings
Public Comment
Recess
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Board of Review Meeting
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 9:00 AM
900 Walnut St
Call to Order
THOSE PRESENT:
ALLAN KARNES
JESSICA DOERR-BERGER
TAMMY EHLERS
LURA FREDERICK
1.2026-
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Certificate of Error
MOTION TO APPROVE CERTIFICATE OF ERRORS #25-000057 THRU #25-00067 BY ALLAN KARNES
2ND - JESSICA DOERR-BERGER
ALL IN FAVOR
ys 2026-604 SIGN CERTIFICATE OF ERROR--
PTAB
SIGNED STIPULATIONS FOR DOCKETS LISTED.
08-23-102-013- EMAIL TAX PAYER AND EXPLAIN THAT APPRAISAL PRICE WAS GIVEN.
3. 2026-606 SIGN STIPULATIONS FOR DKTS
2025-04691--TOTAL OF $17,998
2025-04699- TOTAL OF $789,921
2025-04237- TOAL OF $ 92,275
Hearings
4. 2026-607 DISCUSS PARCEL # 08-23-102-013 PER EMAIL FROM TAXPAYER.
Public Comment
Recess
NEXT MEETING: AUGUST 4, 2026 9:00AM
MEETING ADJOURNED @ 10:11 AM BY ALLAN KARNES
2ND - J. DOERR-BERGER
ALL IN FAVOR
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 17:30
Natural Resources Economic Development Board
200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 17:00
Human Resources Subcommittee
Subcommittee to discuss Artificial Intelligence Use Policy
The Human Resources Subcommittee will meet to discuss the proposed Artificial Intelligence Use Policy under old business. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the May 6, 2026 meeting and may enter executive session.
- 2026-571: Artificial Intelligence Use Policy discussion
- 2026-570: Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Human Resources Subcommittee approves May meeting minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the May 6, 2026, meeting. Members discussed the Artificial Intelligence Use Policy and the affirmative action policy, but no final decisions were made on these items.
- Approved May 6, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
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HR Sub-Committee Meeting
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Conference Room
Andrew Erbes,
Chair
Faith Miller
Christine Snyder
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-570 Approval of May 6, 2026, Human Resource Subcommittee meeting minutes
Chair's Report
Old Business
II. 2026-571 Aritificial Intelligence Use Policy
New Business
Executive Session
Adjourn
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HR Sub-Committee Meeting
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Conference Room
Call to Order
(5:09pm)
Present: Erbes, Miller & Snyder
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-570 Approval of May 6, 2026, Human Resource Subcommittee meeting minutes
A motion was made by Miller, seconded by Snyder, to approve the May 6th, 2026, minutes as
presented. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Chair's Report
Mr Erbes gave a summary from his recent NACO trip. He also informed the committed that the
affirmative action policy was returned to the committee at his request to make suggested
changes asked by the Legislative committee.
Old Business
II. 2026-571 Aritificial Intelligence Use Policy
The committee had an in-depth discussion. The board office is to look if any other counties
have an AI policy in place to bring examples to the next meeting as well as the draft AI policy
provided by Josh (IT) previously.
New Business
The committee had in-depth an discussion about the affirmative action policy. The county board
office will provide the changes asked for and send them to the IFMK attorney and bring the
requested sample forms for the committee to review.
Executive Session
Adjourn
(6:18PM)
A motion was made by Snyder, seconded by Miller, to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried
by unanimous vote.
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Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Review
Board will discuss PTAB cases scheduled for September 2026 hearings
The Jackson County Board of Review will first approve the minutes from its previous meeting. It will then consider signing a certificate of error. The board will discuss property tax appeal docket 25-04237 and the 2023 and 2024 PTAB cases that are set for hearings in September 2026. A public comment period will follow before the meeting recesses.
- Approve minutes from the prior meeting
- Consider signing a certificate of error
- Discuss property tax appeal docket 25-04237
- Discuss 2023 and 2024 PTAB cases scheduled for September 2026 hearings
- Public comment period
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✓ Decided: Board of Review approves Certificates of Error #25-00044 through 25-00056
The Board approved a series of Certificates of Error, excluding #51 which was voided. Members also discussed Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) cases and directed that settlement stipulations be prepared for the next meeting.
- Approved Certificates of Error #25-00044 through 25-00056, excluding #51
- Voided Certificate of Error #51 due to taxpayer receiving exemption on another parcel
- Directed that stipulations to settle 2025 PTAB cases be sent to attorneys
- Directed the creation of a spreadsheet for PTAB hearings scheduled for September 2026
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Board of Review Meeting
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 9:00 AM
900 Walnut St
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Certificate of Error
2. 2026-599 SIGN CERTIFICATE OF ERRORS
Appeals
PROPERTY TAX APPEAL BOARD
3. DISCUSS PTAB DKT 25-04237
4. DISCUSS 2023 & 2024 PTAB CASES THAT ARE SET FOR HEARING IN
SEPTEMBER 2026
Hearings
Public Comment
Recess
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Board of Review Meeting
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 9:00 AM
900 Walnut St
Call to Order
THOSE PRESENT:
ALL KARNES
JESSICA DOERR-BERGER
STEVE SHAUWECKER- JOINED AT 9:30AM
TAMMY EHLERS- SUPERVISOR
LURA FREDERICK- COORDINATOR
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Certificate of Error
MOTION TO APPROVE CERTIFICATE OF ERRORS #25-00044 THRU 25-00056 EXCEPT
FOR # 51. # 51 IS VOID DUE TO TAXPAYER RECEIVING EXEMPTION ON ANOTHER
PARCEL..
2ND BY STEVE SHAUWECKER-
ALL IN FAVOR
2. 2026-599 SIGN CERTIFICATE OF ERRORS
Appeals
PROPERTY TAX APPEAL BOARD
3. DISCUSS PTAB DKT 25-04237
DISCUSS PTAB CASES FROM 2025--
SEND STIPULATIONS TO SETTLE THESE TO ATTORNIES.
HAVE STIPULATIONS READY TO SIGN NEXT MEETING.
4. DISCUSS 2023 & 2024 PTAB CASES THAT ARE SET FOR HEARING IN
SEPTEMBER 2026
MAKE A SPREADSHEET FOR PTAB HEARING AND TIMES FOR THE SCHEDULED
HEARINGS IN SEPTEMBER.
Hearings
Public Comment
Recess
NEXT MEETING: JULY 28TH, 2026 9:00 AM
ALL IN FAVOR BY ALLAN KARNES
2ND STEVE SHAUWECKER
ALL IN FAVOR
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:00
County Board
Jackson County Board considers opposition to public water utility privatization
The County Board will vote on a resolution opposing the privatization of public water utilities. The meeting includes several high-dollar claim approvals and a presentation regarding a data center zoning request.
- Resolution 2026-46 opposing the privatization of public water utilities
- Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims for $571,180.16
- Payment of County Monthly Claims for $533,211.92
- Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $375,487.00
- Ordinance 2026-03 to approve an altered speed zone in Murphysboro Township
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✓ Decided: County Board approves resolution opposing privatization of public water utilities
The Jackson County Board approved Resolution 2026-46 opposing privatization of public water utilities, with a 12-1 roll call vote, directing the county administrator to send letters to each appointed water district. The board also approved a consent agenda (minus one item), several appointments, and various claims and resolutions. A presentation on data center zoning was given but no action was taken.
- Approved Resolution 2026-46 opposing privatization of public water utilities (12-1)
- Approved consent agenda with removal of Item #8 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-47 honoring John S. Rendleman (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Dorothy Patton to Housing Authority (unanimous)
- Approved re-appointment of Richard Turner to 708 Mental Health Board (unanimous)
- Approved board member travel expenses of $3,943.29 (11-2)
- Approved county monthly claims of $533,211.92 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-48 for ambulance surplus equipment sale (unanimous)
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Chair
C. J. Calandro - District 3
Members
Tonya Knust - District 1
Dan Bost - District 2
Faith Miller - District 4
Julie Peterson - District 5
Daniel Presley - District 6
Nel Battrell - District 7
Vice Chair
Andrew Erbes - District 2
Members
Jan L. Phillips - District 1
Tamiko Mueller - District 3
Christine Snyder - District 4
John S. Rendleman - District 5
Van Ikner- District 6
Kevin Lister - District 7
County Board Meeting
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 6:00 PM
Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4
Invocation
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Recognition of Visitors
Citizen Comments
Communications
Agency Reports
Chairman Report
I. 2026-597 Approval of Resolution 2026-47 Jackson County Board Resolution Honoring the Life and
Service of John S. Rendleman
II. 2026-578 DRAFT August Calendar
Approval of Consent Agenda
III. 2026-575 Approval of June 16, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
IV. 2026-579 Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims in the amount of $18,222.77
V. 2026-580 Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim in the amount of
$375,487.00
County Board Meeting
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 6:00 PM
Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4
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VI. 2026-581 Approval of On Demand Claims in the amount of $148,608.06
VII. 2026-584 Approval of Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims in the amount of $571,180.16
VIII. 2026-586 Approval of Resolution 2026-46 Declaring the Policy of Jackson County, Ill …
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County Board Meeting
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 6:00 PM
Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4
Invocation
Call to Order
Chairman Calandro called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Members present: Knust, Phillips, Bost, Mueller, Miller, Snyder, Peterson, Presley, Ikner,
Battrell, Lister, Erbes, Calandro. Members absent: Rendleman.
Recognition of Visitors
Citizen Comments
Communications
Agency Reports
Peterson discussed the following:
Greater Egypt Regional Planning and Development Commission.
The Greater Egypt Executive Committee met Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The Committee
reviewed grants and contracts by that Executive Director, and approved the June 2026 Staff
Report, FY 27 Budget Adjustments. The committee discussed the annual awards so that
members would be able to have their nominees submitted in a timely fashion. Upcoming grants
Greater Egypt can assist with include: DRA infrastructure, Hazard and flood mitigation
assistance, ITEP, IDOT Economic Development Program, USDA grants, and EDA grants. The
next full board meeting will be held on August 11, 2026, at 6:00 at the Marion office. Higby
Barrett presented the results of their year-long study for the Jackson-Union Port Board at an
open meeting at SIU. The presenter explained the value of public ports and the benefits for the
local economy. The details included what locations might be suitable for a new port, the cost to
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 17:00
Real Property Committee
Committee to consider land split approval for Betts to Hicks parcel
The Jackson County Real Property Committee will decide on several land-use and highway items, including a land split approval, a speed zone ordinance, and monthly claims. They will also receive updates from planning commissions and discuss county bike routes and building matters. The meeting includes old and new business, followed by an executive session.
- Approval of land split Betts to Hicks parcel #10-36-100-014
- Approval of an ordinance for an altered speed zone in Murphysboro Township
- Approval of payment of County Highway monthly claims
- Discussion of Jackson County Bike Routes
- Update from Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission
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✓ Decided: Real Property Committee approves highway claims and Murphysboro speed zone
The committee approved over $260,000 in highway claims and an ordinance for an altered speed zone in Murphysboro Township. A land split for parcel #10-36-100-014 was also approved. Members discussed dilapidated buildings and the use of ARPA surplus funds.
- Approved June 10, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved Betts to Hicks land split parcel #10-36-100-014 (Unanimous)
- Approved payment of county highway monthly claims for $260,944.89 (6-0)
- Approved ordinance for altered speed zone in Murphysboro Township (Unanimous)
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Real Property Committee Meeting
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Julie Peterson, Chair
Nel Battrell
Dan Bost
Van Ikner
Jan Phillips
John Rendleman
Christine Snyder
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-553 Approval of June 10,2026, Real Property Committee Meeting Minutes
Communications
Land Use & Economic Development
II. 2026-554 Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission
III. 2026-555 Supervisor of Assessments: Approval of Land Split Betts to Hicks Parcel #10-36-100-014
IV. 2026-556 Jackson Growth Alliance
Highway Department
V. 2026-557 Jackson County Bike Routes
VI. 2026-558 County Highway Department Update
VII. 2026-559 Approval of payment of County Highway monthly claims
VIII. 2026-560 Approval of an Ordinance to Approve an Altered Speed Zone-Murphysboro Township
County Buildings & Grounds
Old Business
New Business
Executive Session
Adjourn
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Real Property Committee Meeting
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Call to Order
(5:00 P.M.)
Present: Peterson, Battrell, Bost, Ikner, Phillips, Snyder
Also Present: Kevin Lister, Tammy Ehlers, Mitch Burdick, Tamiko Mueller, Marsha Cascio-
Hale, Joni Bailey, Darrell Bryant, Peggy Wilson
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-553 Approval of June 10,2026, Real Property Committee Meeting Minutes
A motion was made by Snyder, seconded by Bost, to approve June 10, 2026, minutes as
presented. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Communications
Peterson commented about the upcoming Environmental Coalition Online Meeting on July
30th, 2026 at 9:00 A.M.
Land Use & Economic Development
II. 2026-554 Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission
Peterson updated the committee regarding Greater Egypt. She also mentioned that there
would be a Jackson/Union Port District Presentation at the full board meeting.
III. 2026-555 Supervisor of Assessments: Approval of Land Split Betts to Hicks Parcel #10-
36-100-014
A motion was made by Bost, seconded by Snyder, to approve the Bets to Hicks land split
parcel #10-36-100-014. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
IV. 2026-556 Jackson Growth Alliance
Director Bryant gave the committee an update on Jackson Growth Alliance. His report is
included in the online meeting packet for reference.
Highway Department
V. 2026-557 Jackson County Bike Routes
VI. 2026-558 County Highway Depar …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Review
Jackson County Board of Review to discuss PTAB case and sign certificates of error
The Board of Review will meet to review property tax appeals. The agenda includes a discussion on a specific PTAB case and the signing of Certificates of Error.
- Discussion of PTAB case DKT # 2025-04237 due July 29, 2026
- Signing of Certificates of Error (COEs)
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✓ Decided: Board of Review approves Certificates of Error #25-00001 through #25-000043
The Board of Review approved a series of Certificates of Error. The Board also discussed a PTAB case due July 29, 2026, and noted other PTAB cases posted to the website for future discussion.
- Approved Certificates of Error #25-00001-25-000043 (All in favor)
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Board of Review Meeting
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 9:00 AM
900 Walnut St
Call to Order
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Approval of Minutes
APPEALS TO REVIEW
2. 2026-573 DISCUSS PTAB CASE DUE JULY 29, 2026- DKT # 2025-04237
Certificate of Error
3. 2026-572 SIGN COES
Hearings
Public Comment
Recess
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Board of Review Meeting
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 9:00 AM
900 Walnut St
Call to Order
THOSE PRESENT:
ALLAN KARNES- BOARD CHAIRMAN
JESSICA DOERR-BERGER
TAMMY EHLERS - SUPERVISOR OF ASSESSMENTS
LURA FREDERICK: COORDINATOR FOR THE BOARD
STEVE SHAUWECKER JOINED AT 9:10AM
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Approval of Minutes
APPEALS TO REVIEW
OTHER PTAB CASES THAT JUST POSTED TO WEBSITE - THE BOARD LOOKED AT, WILL
DISCUSS AT NEXT MEETING.
2. 2026-573 DISCUSS PTAB CASE DUE JULY 29, 2026- DKT # 2025-04237
TAMMY CALLED THE OWNER OF PTAB- DKT # 25-04237 — AND EXTENDED AN OFFER
FROM THE BOARD.
Certificate of Error
VOTE TO APPROVE CERTIFICATES OF ERROR # 25-00001- 25-000043 BY ALLAN
KARNES
2ND- J. DOEER-BERGER
ALL IN FAVOR--
3. 2026-572 SIGN COES
Hearings
Public Comment
Recess
NEXT MEETING JULY 22ND, 2026 @ 9:00AM
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 17:00
Legislative and Public Safety Committee
Committee approves resolution opposing privatization of public water utilities
The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will approve the minutes from the June 9, 2026 meeting and several routine reports, including ambulance claims, animal control updates, and health and solid waste updates. New business includes approval of the Jackson County Affirmative Action Plan and a resolution opposing the privatization of public water utilities. The meeting concludes with an executive session before adjournment.
- 2026-569 – Approval of June 09, 2026 Legislative & Public Safety Meeting Minutes
- 2026-561 – Approval of Ambulance Monthly Claims
- 2026-563 – Animal Control Monthly Update
- 2026-545 – Approval of the Jackson County Affirmative Action Plan
- 2026-546 – Approval of Resolution Declaring Opposition to Privatization of Public Water Utilities
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✓ Decided: Committee opposes privatization of public water utilities
The committee approved a resolution opposing the privatization of public water utilities, requiring the County Administrator to notify 42 board-appointed water district members. Ambulance monthly claims were approved, and a discussion on the Affirmative Action Plan resulted in the document being sent back for wording changes.
- Approved ambulance monthly claims of $571,180.16 (unanimous)
- Approved resolution opposing privatization of public water utilities with requirement for County Administrator to notify 42 water district members (passed; Knust voted no)
- Approved motion to place bylaws and committee structure on August meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Tabled Affirmative Action Plan for wording changes by HR Subcommittee
- Approved June 09, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
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Legislative and Public Safety Committee Meeting
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Daniel Presley, Chair
Nel Battrell
Tonya Knust
Kevin Lister
Faith Miller
Tamiko Mueller
Christine Snyder
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-569 Approval of June 09, 2026, Legislative & Public Safety Meeting Minutes
Ambulance Service
II. 2026-561 Approval of Ambulance Monthly Claims
III. 2026-562 Chief's Report
Animal Control
IV. 2026-563 Animal Control Monthly Update
Heath Department & Solid Waste
V. 2026-564 Jackson County Health Department
VI. 2026-565 Solid Waste Enforcement
VII. 2026-566 Solid Waste Fund Update
VIII. 2026-567 Recycling Program
Emergency Management
State's Attorney
Legislative
Citizen Comments
Old Business
Legislative and Public Safety Committee Meeting
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Page 2 of 2
New Business
IX. 2026-545 Approval of the Jackson County Affirmative Action Plan
X. 2026-546 Approval of Resolution Declaring the Policy of Jackson County, Illinois in Opposition to
the Privatization of Public Water Utilities and Requesting Notice of Proceedings Under
220 ILCS 5/9-210.5
Executive Session
Adjourn
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Legislative and Public Safety Committee Meeting
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Call to Order
(5:01PM)
Present: Daniel Presley, Jan Phillips, Tonya Knust, Kevin Lister, Faith Miller, Christine Snyder,
Tameko Mueller
Also Present: Kerri Gale, Joni Bailey, Andrew Erbes, Kenton Schafer & Marsha Cascio Hale
The committee shared a few words about John S Rendleman followed by a moment of silence.
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-569 Approval of June 09, 2026, Legislative & Public Safety Meeting Minutes
A motion was made by Phillips, seconded by Snyder, to approve the June 09,2026,
minutes. The motion was carried by unanimous vote.
Ambulance Service
II. 2026-561 Approval of Ambulance Monthly Claims
A motion was made by Knust, seconded by Miller, to approve the ambulance monthly claims in
the amount of $571,180.16, The motion carried by unanimous roll vote.
III. 2026-562 Chief's Report
Schafer Updated the Board on the Ambulance Department, including a conversation about the
new vehicle repair lift being fully functional. Funding for this device was donated by Averon
(Big Muddy Solar). The lift will continue to service the ambulance/county for the foreseeable
future; 37 students completed CPR classes. Chief Mark Kuhns attended the quarterly meeting
with SIH. Schafer questioned an agenda item that did not make it into the packet.
Presley agreed to have a resolution to surplus a 2007 Ford Econoline E-350 wheelchair van to …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:00
Finance Administration Committee
Committee to vote on $375,487 HOPE Trust medical payment
The Finance Administration Committee will consider approving several payments including $375,487 for HOPE Trust medical administration, $18,222.77 for dental/vision claims, $148,608.06 in on-demand claims, and $3,778.29 in board member travel expenses. They will also receive an update on workers' compensation, review monthly treasurer reports, and discuss old business items including BS&A software cloud migration and allocation of surplus funds.
- Approval of $375,487.00 HOPE Trust Medical Administration payment
- Approval of $18,222.77 HOPE Trust Dental Vision Claims payment
- Approval of $148,608.06 On-Demand Claims
- Approval of $3,778.29 Board Member Travel Expenses
- Discussion of BS&A Software cloud migration and allocation of surplus funds
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✓ Decided: Committee approves HOPE Trust payments and courthouse ADA compliance
The committee approved several insurance-related payments and the use of surplus funds for courthouse entrance ADA compliance. Plans for various facility improvements will be discussed at the August meeting. A travel expense item was moved to the Full Board due to a noted error.
- Approved June 8, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved HOPE Trust Dental Vision Claims of $18,222.77 (unanimous)
- Approved HOPE Trust Medical Administration payment of $375,487.00 (unanimous)
- Deferred Board Member Travel Expenses to Full Board due to error
- Approved On-Demand Claims of $148,608.06 (unanimous)
- Approved use of surplus funds for ADA Compliance of Courthouse Entrances (unanimous)
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
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Finance and Administration Committee Meeting
Monday, July 13, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Christine Snyder,
Chair
Nel Battrell
Dan Bost
Andrew Erbes
Van Ikner
Daniel Presley
John Rendleman
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-547 Approval of the June 8, 2026, Finance & Administration Committee Meeting Minutes
Chair's Report
Insurance
II. 2026-538 Work Comp Update
III. 2026-548 Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Dental Vision Claims in the amount of $18,222.77
IV. 2026-549 Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration payment in the amount of $375,487.00
Finance
V. 2026-539 Approval of Payment of Board Member Travel Expenses in the amount of $3,778.29
VI. 2026-540 Approval of On-Demand Claims in the amount of $148,608.06
VII. 2026-550 Monthly Informational Treasurer Reports:
• Cash Summaries By Bank
• Revenue & Expenses by Department
• County General Monthly Summary
Labor
Old Business
VIII. 2026-551 Approval of BS&A Software cloud migration
IX. 2026-552 Allocation of Surplus Funds
New Business
Executive Session
Adjourn
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Finance and Administration Committee Meeting
Monday, July 13, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Call to Order
(5:00PM)
Present: Snyder, Batrell, Bost, Erbes, Ikner, Presley
Also Present: Kevin Lister, Tameko Mueller, Mary Beth Varner, Chad Hill, Joni Baley, Bob
Burns, Peggy
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-547 Approval of the June 8, 2026, Finance & Administration Committee Meeting
Minutes
A motion was made by Ikner, seconded by Batrell, to approve the June8, 2026, minutes as
presented. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Chair's Report
Snyder asked for a moment of Silence for John Rendleman.
Insurance
II. 2026-538 Work Comp Update
III. 2026-548 Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Dental Vision Claims in the amount of
$18,222.77
A motion was made by Erbes, seconded by Batrell, the motion was carried by unanimous vote.
IV. 2026-549 Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration payment in the
amount of $375,487.00
A motion was made by Ikner, Seconded by Erbes, to approve payment of HOPE Trust Medical
Administration payment in the amount of $375,487.00. Roll call vote passes unanimously with
an explanation at the Full Board meeting as to why the amount is higher than usual.
Finance
V. 2026-539 Approval of Payment of Board Member Travel Expenses in the amount of
$3,778.29
Error was noted, this item will move to Full Board meeting for approval.
VI. 2026-540 Approval of On-Demand Claims in the amount of $148,608.06
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 17:00
Executive Committee
Executive Committee considers filling 30 board vacancies
The Jackson County Executive Committee will consider appointments to fill 30 open positions on various boards and districts, including the 708 Mental Health Board, water districts, fire protection districts, and others. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes from the June 4 meeting and a chairman's report. No specific proposals or discussions are listed under new or old business.
- Approval of June 4, 2026, Executive Committee meeting minutes
- Open appointments (30) including 708 Mental Health Board (3 seats), Devils Kitchen Water District, Elverado Fire Protection District, and Jackson County Housing Authority (1 resident member)
- Appointments marked with * have an application this month: 708 Mental Health Board and Jackson County Housing Authority
- Committee will enter executive session
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✓ Decided: Executive Committee reappoints Richard V Turner and approves Dorothy Patton
The committee approved the June 4, 2026, meeting minutes. Members also voted to reappoint Richard V Turner to the 708 Mental Health Board and approve Dorothy Patton for the Jackson County Housing Authority.
- Approved June 4, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Reappointed Richard V Turner to 708 Mental Health Board (unanimous)
- Approved Dorothy Patton for Jackson County Housing Authority (unanimous)
1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
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Executive Committee Meeting
Thursday, July 9, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
C.J. Calandro, Chair
Andrew Erbes
Van Ikner
Julie Peterson
Daniel Presley
Christine Snyder
Jan Phillips
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-541 Approval of June 4, 2026, Executive Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairman Report
Communications
Internal Office Matters
Computing Services
Appointments
II. 2026-542 Open Appointments (30): Bullet points with * have an application this month
• 708 Mental Health Board (3)*
• Alto Pass Water District (1)
• Blairsville Water District (2)
• Buncombe Water District (2)
• Crosswalk Community Action Agency (2; 1-Elected Official Rep)
• Devils Kitchen Water District (1)
• Elverado Fire Protection District (3)
• Elverado Water District (4)
• ETSB 911 (1-General, Inside)
• Greater Egypt Regional Planning and Development Board (1)
• Liquor Advisory Board (1)
• Jackson County Housing Authority (1 - Resident Member)*
• Jackson County Mass Transit (1)
• Murdale Water District (1)
• Natural Resources Economic Development Board (3)
• South Highway Water District (1)
Executive Committee Meeting
Thursday, July 9, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
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• SouthernMost Illinois Tourism Bureau (2)
Old Business
New Business
Executive Session
Adjourn
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Executive Committee Meeting
Thursday, July 9, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Call to Order
(5:00PM)
Present: Calandro, Ikner, Peterson, Snyder, Phillips
Also Present: Kevin Lister, Nel Batrell, Bob Burns, Marsha Cascio Hale, Joni Baley, Josh
Barringer
CJ Asked for a Moment of Silence for John Rendleman
Approval of Minutes
A motion was made by Peterson, seconded by Erbes, to approve the June 4, 2026, minutes as
presented. The motion was carried by unanimous vote.
I. 2026-541 Approval of June 4, 2026, Executive Committee Meeting Minutes
Chairman Report
Calandro Introduced Katharine Volle as the new Committee Coordinator for the County Board
Office.
Communications
Peterson spoke to upcoming water board information.
Internal Office Matters
Computing Services
Appointments
II. 2026-542 Open Appointments (30): Bullet points with * have an application this month
• 708 Mental Health Board (3)*
• Alto Pass Water District (1)
• Blairsville Water District (2)
• Buncombe Water District (2)
• Crosswalk Community Action Agency (2; 1-Elected Official Rep)
• Devils Kitchen Water District (1)
• Elverado Fire Protection District (3)
• Elverado Water District (4)
• ETSB 911 (1-General, Inside)
• Greater Egypt Regional Planning and Development Board (1)
• Liquor Advisory Board (1)
• Jackson County Housing Authority (1 - Resident Member)*
• Jackson County Mass Transit (1)
• Murdale Water District (1)
• Natural Resources Economic …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 17:00
Human Resources Subcommittee
Subcommittee to discuss Artificial Intelligence Use Policy
The Human Resources Subcommittee will consider an Artificial Intelligence Use Policy under old business. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and reports from the chair. An executive session is scheduled.
- 2026-543: Artificial Intelligence Use Policy under old business
- 2026-544: Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes
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Sheriff's Department Conference Room, Murphysboro
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HR Sub-Committee Meeting
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 5:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Conference Room
Andrew Erbes,
Chair
Faith Miller
Christine Snyder
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-544 Approval of May 6, 2026, Human Resources Subcommittee meeting minutes
Chair's Report
Old Business
II. 2026-543 Artificial Intelligence Use Policy
New Business
Executive Session
Adjourn
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Review
Board reviews PTAB property tax appeal case due July 29
The Board of Review will discuss a pending Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) case (DKT # 2025-04237) with a deadline of July 29, 2026. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, a certificate of error, hearings, and public comment. This is a routine appeals review session focused on one substantive item.
- Discuss PTAB case DKT # 2025-04237 due July 29, 2026
board-of-reviewproperty-taxappealsjackson-county
✓ Decided: Board of Review defers signing certificates of error
The Board reviewed several PTAB cases and a list of 38 certificates of error regarding tax exemptions and assessments. No certificates were signed because the courthouse is not ready for that step.
- Deferred signing of 38 certificates of error (including Hall, Price, and Elverado School exemptions) as courthouse is not ready
900 WALNUT ST, MURPHYSBORO
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Board of Review Meeting
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 9:00 AM
900 Walnut St
Call to Order
1. 2026-537 Microsoft Teams meeting
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Approval of Minutes
APPEALS TO REVIEW
2. 2026-536 Discuss PTAB case due July 29, 2026.-- DKT # 2025-04237
Certificate of Error
Hearings
Public Comment
Recess
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Board of Review Meeting
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 9:00 AM
900 Walnut St
Call to Order
THOSE PRESENT:
ALLAN KARNES
JESSICA DOERR-BERGER
1. 2026-
537
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Approval of Minutes
APPEALS TO REVIEW
DISCUSSION OF ALL PTAB CASES, TO GET WITH TAXPAYER / ATTORNEY TO WORK UP
PAPERWORK NEEDED FOR PTAB STIPULATIONS.
2. 2026-536 Discuss PTAB case due July 29, 2026.-- DKT # 2025-04237
3. 2026-595 DKT # 2025-04595--DUE 10/7/26
DKT#- 2025-04699- DUE - 10/7/26
AND DKT #- 2025- DUE -10/7/26
Certificate of Error
4. 2026-594 2025-
000001
05-18-300-
014
HALL EXEMPTION
2025-
000002
05-05-358-
026
PRICE EXEMPTION
2025-
000003
05-05-358-
026
PRICE EXEMPTION
2025-
000004
05-20-204-
004
ELVERADO SCHOOL TAX EXEMPT
2025-
000005
05-08-128-
010
VILLAGE OF DOWELL TAX EXEMPT
2025-
000006
02-32-200-
010
GRIFFITHS FACTUAL
2025-
000007
09-33-383-
008
WADINGTON/ TRUSTEE TAX EXEMPT
2025-
000008
10-08-100-
019
MULHOLLAND DBLE ASSESSED ON
LAND
2025-
000009
13-02-200-
031
GAMBLIN TAKE TO FARMLAND
2025-
000010
14-08-179-
009
TRUSTEE/ CITY OF
MBORO
TAX EXEMPT
2025-
000011
14-12-403-
019
TRUSTEE/BUFFINGTON TAX EXEMPT
2025-
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14-08-277-
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Wed Jul 1, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Review
Board of Review to consider signing a certificate of error
The Jackson County Board of Review will hold a brief procedural meeting. The only substantive item is consideration of a certificate of error (case 2026-535). The agenda otherwise includes approval of minutes and public comment.
- Consideration of Certificate of Error 2026-535 to sign a certificate of errors
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900 WALNUT ST, MURPHYSBORO
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Board of Review
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 9:00
AM
900 Walnut St
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Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
Certificate of Error
1. 2026-535 SIGN CERTIFICATE OF ERRORS
Public Comment
Recess
Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 13:00
Jackson/Union Regional Port District
Jackson/Union Regional Port District to meet June 29
The board will meet to approve the May 4, 2026 minutes and review the treasurer's report. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate with no specific new business items listed.
- Approval of May 4, 2026 minutes
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✓ Decided: Port District meeting records no substantive decisions
The meeting was primarily procedural. No votes were taken on new business, and the approval of previous minutes was deferred to August 2026.
- Approval of May 4, 2026 minutes deferred to August 2026
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
1740 Innovation Drive, Carbondale
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Jackson/Union Regional Port District Meeting
Monday, June 29, 2026 1:00 PM
SIUC Research Park, Dunn Richmond Center
1740 Innovation Drive, Room 150
Carbondale, IL 62901
Gene Basden II,
Ethics Officer
Rodney Beckman,
Treasurer
Bonnie Cissell,
Vice-Chair
Kent Pitts, Chair
Brandon Smithey
Nathan Colombo
Bill Orrill
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-534 Approval of May 4, 2026 minutes
Communication
Treasurer's Report
Old Business
New Business
Other Business
Executive Session
Adjourn
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Jackson/Union Regional Port District Meeting
Monday, June 29, 2026 1:00 PM
SIUC Research Park, Dunn Richmond Center
1740 Innovation Drive, Room 150
Carbondale, IL 62901
Call to Order
(1:00 P.M.)
Present: Orrill, Beckman, Cissell, Pitts
Absent: Basden, Smithy, Colombo
Also Present: Cary Minnis, Riley Higby, Allan Barret
Approval of Minutes
I. 2026-534 Approval of May 4, 2026 minutes
The May 4th 2026 meeting minutes were not available to approve. This item will move to the August 2026 meeting
agenda for approval.
Communication
Treasurer's Report
Beckman asked the Jackson County Administrator to bring all available bank statements to the August meeting for
review.
Old Business
New Business
Cissell discussed submitting a proposal for IDOT Grants on behalf of the Port District for Foreign Trade Zone. The
Jackson County Administrator asked for Cissell to please provide a copy of that document for Port Records. Cissell also
commented that she would send out information regarding the IDOT Planning Conference scheduled for September
2nd-4th.
Higby and Barrett provided a brief presentation on a recent Port District study. The Port members had a brief
conversation regarding this presentation.
Other Business
Executive Session
Adjourn
A motion was made by Beckman, seconded by Orill, to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 17:30
Natural Resources Economic Development Board
200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 18:00
County Board
Jackson County Board to vote on medical claims and health department funding
The Jackson County Board will consider several payment approvals for medical and insurance claims. The board is also reviewing a land split and an ADA Transition Plan proposal.
- Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claims for $359,364.00
- Opioid funding for the Health Department in the amount of $110,000
- ADA Transition Plan proposal not to exceed $20,000
- Ordinance 2026-02 amending the Jackson County Raffles and Poker Runs Ordinance
- Dean to Davis Land Split Parcel # 14-14-300-016
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✓ Decided: Board approves $393,926.91 County monthly claims payment
The Jackson County Board approved several financial items, including a $393,926.91 payment for county monthly claims and a $267,742.21 Highway Department claim. It also approved the Priority Power electric rates contract and an amendment to the county raffles and poker runs ordinance. The board adopted the ADA Transition Plan with a $20,000 budget, appointed Greg Legan to the Kinkaid Reeds Creek Conservancy District Board, and approved board members' travel expenses.
- Approved $393,926.91 County monthly claims payment (YES 11, ABSTAIN 1, ABSENT 2)
- Approved $267,742.21 Highway Department monthly claims (unanimous consent)
- Approved Priority Power Electric Rates Contract (YES 10, NO 2, ABSENT 2)
- Approved amendment to Jackson County Raffles and Poker Runs Ordinance (YES 8, NO 4, ABSENT 2)
- Approved ADA Transition Plan up to $20,000 (YES 9, NO 2, ABSTAIN 1)
- Appointed Greg Legan to Kinkaid Reeds Creek Conservancy District Board (unanimous consent)
- Approved board members' travel expenses $2,117.68 (YES 11, NO 1, ABSENT 2)
- Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous consent)
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Chair
C. J. Calandro - District 3
Members
Tonya Knust - District 1
Dan Bost - District 2
Faith Miller - District 4
Julie Peterson - District 5
Daniel Presley - District 6
Nel Battrell - District 7
Vice Chair
Andrew Erbes - District 2
Members
Jan L. Phillips - District 1
Tamiko Mueller - District 3
Christine Snyder - District 4
John S. Rendleman - District 5
Van Ikner- District 6
Kevin Lister - District 7
County Board Meeting
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:00 PM
Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4
Invocation
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Recognition of Visitors
Citizen Comments
Communications
Agency Reports
Chairman Report
I. 2026-516 Draft July Meetings Calendar
II. 2026-533 Approval of Resolution 2026-45 William “Bill” Alstat Public Service Award
Recognition of Frank Byrd
Approval of Consent Agenda
County Board Meeting
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:00 PM
Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4
Page 2 of 3
III. 2026-517 Approval of April 21, 2026 County Board Meeting Minutes
IV. 2026-518 Approval of May 19, 2026 County Board Meeting Minutes
V. 2026-519 Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Dental and Vision Claims in the amount of
$11,618.32
VI. 2026-520 Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claims in the amount of
$359,364.00
VII. 2026-521 Approval of On Demand Claims in the amount of $60,292.42
VIII. 2026-522 Approval of payment of Ambulance Service monthly claims in the amount of
$58,685.42
IX. 2026- …
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County Board Meeting
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:00 PM
Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4
Invocation
Call to Order
Chairman Calandro called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Members present: Knust, Phillips, Bost, Miller, Snyder, Peterson, Rendleman, Presley, Ikner, Lister, Erbes,
Calandro. Members absent: Mueller, Battrell.
Recognition of Visitors
Citizen Comments
Communications
Agency Reports
Peterson spoke on the following:
Greater Egypt
The Greater Egypt Executive Committee met on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026. The commission members
approved the fiscal year 2027 budget and the cost of the local share will remain unchanged for 2027. The
members discussed possible management and operational services for Redco because their administrator
resigned. We also reviewed open grant opportunities and I encourage everyone to take a look at their staff
report. These include DRA, CIF, ERA, EGA and USDA special assistance for rural communities. Many of
these have to do with infrastructure, water systems, and sewer systems.
Erbes spoke on the following:
Reports on UCCI and NaCO are included in packet.
Chairman Report
I. 2026-516 Draft July Meetings Calendar
II. 2026-533 Approval of Resolution 2026-45 William “Bill” Alstat Public Service Award Recognition of
Frank Byrd
A motion was made by Presley, seconded by Ikner, to approve Resolution 2026-45 William "Bill" Alstat Public
Service Award Recognition of Frank Byrd. Motion …
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Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 17:30
708 Mental Health Board
708 Mental Health Board to review FY27 funding applications
The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to review funding applications for the 2027 fiscal year. The board will evaluate requests from 15 different organizations.
- Review of FY27 funding application for Archway, Inc.
- Review of FY27 funding application for Centerstone
- Review of FY27 funding application for Carbondale Warming Center
- Review of FY27 funding application for Southern Illinois Coalition for the Homeless
- Review of FY27 funding application for Voyage Senior Living of Murphysboro
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✓ Decided: 708 Mental Health Board reviews FY27 funding applications
The board reviewed funding applications from 15 agencies for FY27, with each agency given the opportunity to speak and answer questions. No decisions were made on the applications during this meeting; the meeting was adjourned at 6:13pm.
- Reviewed FY27 funding applications from 15 agencies
- Adjourned the meeting at 6:13pm
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708 Mental Health Board Meeting
Monday, June 15, 2026 5:30 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Dr. David Mac-Rizzo
Linda Flowers
Brandon Gibbs
Lateria Martin
Christine Snyder
Richard Turner
Margo Willis
Call to Order
Review FY27 Funding Applications
I. Archway, Inc.
Centerstone
Carbondale Warming Center
Good Samaritan Ministries
Perry Jackson Child Advocacy Center
Shawnee Health
SIU Clinical Center
SIU Evaluation and Developmental Center
Southern Illinois Coalition for the Homeless
Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living
Special Olympics Illinois Region K
Specialized Equine Services and Therapeutic Riding
Specialized Training for Adult Rehabilitation
Survivor Empowerment Center
Voyage Senior Living of Murphysboro
Adjourn
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708 Mental Health Board Meeting
Monday, June 15, 2026 5:30 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Call to Order
Meeting called to order at 5:35pm
Board Members Present: Dr. Mac-Rizzo, Dr. Martin, Dr. Turner, Dr. Willis
Board Members Absent: Dr. Flowers, Snyder
Review FY27 Funding Applications
Each agency was called on and given the opportunity to speak about their application and
answer questions from the board.
I.
Archway, Inc.
Centerstone
Carbondale Warming Center
Good Samaritan Ministries
Perry Jackson Child Advocacy Center
Shawnee Health
SIU Clinical Center
SIU Evaluation and Developmental Center
Southern Illinois Coalition for the Homeless
Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living
Special Olympics Illinois Region K
Specialized Equine Services and Therapeutic Riding
Specialized Training for Adult Rehabilitation
Survivor Empowerment Center
Voyage Senior Living of Murphysboro
Adjourn
Meeting was adjourned by the Chair at 6:13pm
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Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:00
708 Mental Health Board
Board to discuss FY27 levy request and crisis committee reports
The 708 Mental Health Board will convene to approve minutes and receive agency reports. The agenda includes a request for a 2027 levy and updates from the Mental Health Crisis Committee.
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- 2026-514 Mental Health Crisis Committee updates
- 2026-515 FY27 Levy Request
- Agency Adoption Reports
- Executive Session
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✓ Decided: Board requests $850,000 county levy for FY27 mental health funding
The board decided to request the County Board levy $850,000 for mental health funding for FY2027, enough to fund every agency at their full requested amount. The motion was made by Dr. Turner, seconded by Dr. Willis, and carried. The May meeting minutes were not available and will be added to the August agenda. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved motion to request County Board levy $850,000 for FY27 mental health funding (motion carried).
- Deferred May meeting minutes to August agenda (minutes not available).
- Noted Centerstone's Life 5K fundraiser on September 26 (announcement only).
- Discussed reviewing agency adoptions at a future meeting (no action taken).
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708 Mental Health Board Meeting
Monday, June 15, 2026 6:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Dr. David Mac-Rizzo
Linda Flowers
Brandon Gibbs
Lateria Martin
Christine Snyder
Richard Turner
Margo Willis
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
Communication
Recognition of Visitors
Agency Reports
I. 2026-514 Mental Health Crisis Committee
Agency Adoption Reports
Old Business
New Business
II. 2026-515 FY27 Levy Request
Executive Session
Adjourn
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708 Mental Health Board Meeting
Monday, June 15, 2026 6:00 PM
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room
Call to Order
Meeting called to order at 6:20pm
Board Members Present: Dr. Mac-Rizzo, Dr. Martin, Dr. Turner, Dr. Willis
Board Members Absent: Dr. Flowers, Snyder
Approval of Minutes
The May meeting minutes were not available, they will be added to the August agenda.
Communication
Recognition of Visitors
Agency Reports
Due to the Public Hearing being directly before this meeting, the Board did not require the
agencies to give a second report at this meeting.
Centerstone announced their upcoming LIfe 5K Annual Fundraiser on September 26 at 8am,
more information is available on their website.
I.
2026-514 Mental Health Crisis Committee
Dr. Martin reported that the committee is continuing to meet regularly to review cases and
invited all agencies to attend meetings when they are able.
Agency Adoption Reports
Willis requested the board consider reviewing and reorganizing the agency adoptions at a
future meeting.
Old Business
New Business
II.
2026-515 FY27 Levy Request
The board discussed the funding applications and the amount they want to request the County
Board levy for FY27. They decided to request enough to fund every agency at their full
requested amount. Dr. Turner moved and Dr. Willis seconded to request the County Board
levy $850,000 for mental health funding for FY2027, motion carried.
Executive Session
Adjourn …
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Net migration-365 people (-$14.0M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Flood": 5, "Severe Storm": 5, "Biological": 2, "Tornado": · last Thu Mar 26, 2020)
Traffic fatalities13 (5 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments1,196 (16,485 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$977/mo (1,387 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy18.0% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)
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