Jackson County public meetings in 2023

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to conduct hearings on property tax appeals. The agenda includes reviewing certificates of error and matters from the Property Tax Appeal Board.

• Property tax appeals hearings
• Certificate of Error review
• Property Tax Appeal Board items

County Board

The Jackson County Board will meet to approve various county, ambulance, and highway claims. The board is also considering an amendment to the employee policy handbook and a land split for parcel #05-09-300-019.

• Payment of County Claims in the amount of $1,229,336.43
• Highway Monthly Claims in the amount of $109,297.92
• Ambulance Monthly Claims in the amount of $76,547.58
• Yates to Pruitt Land Split Parcel #05-09-300-019
• Resolution 2023-88 Amending the Jackson County Employee Policy Handbook

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The board will discuss GIS, bike path plans, and a recreation survey. Members are also scheduled to review payroll and miscellaneous expenses.

• 2023-646 Bike Path Plans
• 2023-647 Recreation Survey
• 2023-645 GIS
• 2023-648 Approval of Payroll Expenses
• 2023-649 Approval of Miscellaneous Expenses

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board is meeting to review agency reports and handle financial administration. The board will consider the funding appropriation for fiscal year 2024 and a quarterly expense report form.

• FY24 Funding Appropriation (Item 2023-643)
• Quarterly Expense/Status Report Form (Item 2023-644)
• Approval of August 21, 2023 meeting minutes

Human Resources Subcommittee

The subcommittee is reviewing a list of 24 parcels with associated amount of change and final decision figures. The document lists specific docket numbers, parcel IDs, and names for these adjustments.

• Docket 2023-000058 (Fager): Amount of change 137,431; Final decision 137,431
• Docket 2023-000100 (Egyptian Holdings): Amount of change 6,166; Final decision 129,516
• Docket 2023-000106 (Whitegate): Amount of change 18,592; Final decision 128,487
• Docket 2023-000522 (Colacecchi): Amount of change 36,204; Final decision 113,072
• Docket 2023-000006 (Kohlenberger): Amount of change 0; Final decision 81,831

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Board of Review is meeting to address appeals and certificates of error. The agenda includes one scheduled hearing for case 2023-638.

• Hearing for case 2023-638
• Review of appeals
• Review of certificates of error

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Board of Review is meeting to address appeals and certificates of error. The agenda includes a hearing for item 2023-639 scheduled for December 14, 2023.

• Appeals
• Certificate of Error
• Hearing 2023-639

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to address internal office matters and computing services. The agenda includes a discussion on the 2023-633 Paid Leave for All Workers Act.

• Discussion of 2023-633 Paid Leave for All Workers Act

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The District will conduct a meeting to address several items of old business and new business. The agenda includes discussions regarding bank accounts, feasibility studies, the Alto Bike Trail, and insurance.

• Port Bank Account (2023-626)
• Port SAM Number (2023-627)
• Feasibility Study/Planning Grants (2023-628)
• Alto Bike Trail (2023-629)
• Insurance (2023-630)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The subcommittee is reviewing numerous requests for property assessment adjustments. These items include disputes over overvaluation, changes to land use such as farmland status, and corrections regarding building ages or missing structures.

• Assessment adjustment for 02-34-400-003 (McQuary, J) regarding no building on parcel
• Assessment adjustment for 14-05-326-014 (Westermeier, R) regarding storage shed request
• Land use change to farmland for 13-14-300-010 (Gould, D)
• Removal of improvement for 14-05-531-005 (Elm Street Baptist)
• Overvaluation appeals for multiple GTEC parcels

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The board will discuss GIS, bike path plans, and an outdoor recreation survey. The meeting also includes the approval of payroll and miscellaneous expenses.

• Bike Path Plans (Item 2023-621)
• Outdoor Recreation Survey (Item 2023-622)
• Approval of Payroll Expenses (Item 2023-623)
• Approval of Miscellaneous Expenses (Item 2023-624)
• GIS report (Item 2023-620)

County Board

The County Board will meet to review a consent agenda containing multiple payment approvals and budget adjustments. The board is deciding on funding for medical claims, department budgets, and infrastructure projects.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $314,168.00
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims for $528,489.87
• Sheriff's Department Budget Adjustment of $109,839.60
• Federal Aid Agreement for North Marion Street Project
• Ambulance Department Budget Adjustments of $27,300.00

County Board

The County Board is meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. The board will also consider an ordinance to establish the annual tax levy for the period of December 1, 2023, through November 30, 2024.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget (2023-599)
• Ordinance 2023-06 regarding the annual tax levy for December 1, 2023, through November 30, 2024 (2023-600)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Human Resources Subcommittee is conducting hearings for a large volume of property assessment appeals. Property owners are requesting value adjustments based on comparable sales, overvaluation, or unbuildable lot status.

• Hearing for parcel 14-03-376-030 with a requested fair value of $855,086
• Hearing for parcel 14-04-454-012 regarding an unbuildable lot with a requested fair value of $28,590
• Multiple hearings for parcels requesting a fair value of $465 based on overvaluation
• Hearings for parcels 14-04-431-005, 14-04-431-006, and 14-04-431-001 regarding the removal of buildings

Real Property Committee

The committee will discuss land use, economic development, and highway department updates. Members are considering resolutions for motor fuel tax appropriations and a federal aid agreement for the North Marion Street project.

• Resolution 2023-87: Federal Aid Agreement for North Marion Street Project
• Resolution 2023-86: Motor Fuel Tax Appropriation for General Maintenance
• Resolution 2023-85: Salary Reimbursement of County Engineer from Motor Fuel Tax
• Courthouse Repairs Option 1
• Jackson County Bike Routes

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will discuss updates regarding animal control, the health department, and solid waste. Members will review a proposed animal control ordinance and a paramedic training reimbursement program. The meeting also includes a review of ambulance monthly claims.

• Animal Control Ordinance Proposal (2023-572)
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims (2023-568)
• Paramedic Training Reimbursement Program (2023-570)
• Animal Control Weapons (2023-573)
• Paid Leave (2023-595)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to approve payments for medical, dental, and vision claims. The body will also review budget adjustments for the Sheriff and Ambulance departments and discuss workers' compensation renewals.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim: $314,168.00
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims: $11,267.98
• Approval of On-Demand Claims: $37,089.51
• Sheriff Department Budget Adjustment
• Ambulance Department Budget Adjustments

Liquor Advisory Board

The board is meeting to discuss liquor license applications for 2024 and a one-day event application for Brew's Brothers. The meeting also includes a review of the Jackson County Truck License.

• Brew's Brothers One Day Event Liquor Application
• Jackson County Truck License
• 2024 License Applications for 34 entities including Big Nate's BBQ, Club Coyote, and Route 51 Brewing Company

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to review a series of property tax-related requests. The body will discuss various parcel exemptions, farmland classifications, and a map correction.

• COE parcel name request
• Tindall map correction (05-11-100-014)
• Farmland requests for Stearns (14-22-300-014) and Goad (13-09-400-006)
• Removal of improvements for farmland change for Kauffman (18-02-300-002)
• Multiple property tax exemption requests for various parcels

County Board

The County Board is meeting to approve the FY24 budget and levy, along with several large infrastructure and insurance payments. The board will also consider updates to the Carbondale/Murphysboro/Jackson County Enterprise Zone and a new FOP contract.

• FY24 Budget and Levy approval
• Highway Monthly Claims of $915,855.95
• Property & Liability Renewal of $644,890.00
• Courthouse skylight repairs up to $147,102.91 and gas piping up to $84,000
• Sheriff Department Generator Switch for $77,000.00

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The board will meet to approve payroll and miscellaneous expenses. The agenda also includes reports on GIS and a recreation survey.

• Approval of payroll expenses (Item 2023-507)
• Approval of miscellaneous expenses (Item 2023-508)
• Discussion of Recreation Survey (Item 2023-506)
• GIS report (Item 2023-505)

Real Property Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss land divisions, highway department claims, and engineering task orders. Members will review funding agreements for road upgrades and options for courthouse repairs.

• Engineering Task Order for Airport Road Safety Project
• Engineering Task Order for Mud Line Road Bridge Replacement-HLR
• IDOT Joint Funding Agreement for North Marion Street Upgrades
• Courthouse Repairs Options and Gas Piping
• Land divisions for Ralph Miller, McClure, and Enlow parcels

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding animal control, the health department, and solid waste enforcement. Members will also review ambulance claims and a paramedic training reimbursement program.

• Animal Control Ordinance Proposal (2023-483)
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims (2023-480)
• Paramedic Training Reimbursement Program (2023-482)
• Solid Waste Fund Update (2023-478)
• Recycling Program (2023-479)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review several large insurance and monthly claim payments. The body will also discuss budget adjustments for the Sheriff and Ambulance departments and a pay increase for election judges.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $301,677.00
• Payment of County Monthly Claims for $419,219.09
• Approval of On-Demand Claims for $43,906.22
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims for $5,931.16
• Election Judge pay increase

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to discuss a lease agreement and fill ten open appointments across various boards and districts. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss real property.

• Item 2023-456: Lease Agreement
• Item 2023-453: 10 open appointments including Airport Authority and Blairsville Water District
• Item 2023-455: Executive session regarding real property

Finance Administration Committee

The committee is meeting to conduct a budget hearing for fiscal year 2024. Members will review the proposed budget and the associated tax levy.

• 2023-424 FY24 Budget
• 2023-451 FY24 Levy

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The board will meet to discuss GIS and a recreation survey. The agenda also includes the approval of meeting minutes and expenses.

• Approval of August 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of GIS
• Discussion of Recreation Survey
• Approval of expenses

County Board

The County Board is meeting to approve various monthly claims for highways, ambulances, and medical administration. The board will also consider a budget adjustment for the State's Attorney and funding for Project Diehard.

• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims: $551,849.71
• Payment of County Claims: $524,774.52
• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim: $322,656.00
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims: $170,875.52
• Project Diehard Funding Request: $20,000.00

Real Property Committee

The committee will review items related to land use, economic development, and highway department updates. Discussions include a bridge replacement task order and township aid for a cemetery road.

• Ralph Miller Land Division Parcel #05-20-400-011
• Resolution 2023-82 Township Aid Appropriation Bradley Road District-Calvary Cemetary Road
• Engineering Task Order for Mud Line Road Bridge Replacement-HLR
• Mural on Carbondale Ambulance Building
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will discuss monthly updates regarding animal control, the health department, and solid waste enforcement. The meeting also includes reviews of ambulance claims and paramedic training reimbursement policies.

• Tyler Technologies update
• Animal Control monthly update
• Jackson County Health Department update
• Solid Waste Fund update
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims

Finance Administration Committee

The committee will review several insurance-related payments, including medical administration and dental/vision claims. The agenda also includes discussions on travel expenses, election judge pay increases, and a budget adjustment for the State's Attorney.

• $322,656.00 payment for HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim
• $10,355.75 payment for HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims
• $40,961.72 approval of On-Demand Claims
• State's Attorney budget adjustment
• Election Judge pay increase

The committee approved several large payments for HOPE Trust insurance claims and on-demand expenses. It also approved a budget adjustment for the State's Attorney and recommended funding for Project Diehard. A proposed pay increase for election judges was deferred to next month.

• Approved HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims of $10,355.75 (unanimous)
• Approved HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim of $322,656.00 (5-0)
• Approved On-Demand Claims of $40,961.72 (5-0)
• Approved State's Attorney Budget Adjustment of $6,000.00 (unanimous)
• Recommended full Board approval for Project Diehard funding of $20,000.00 (unanimous)
• Tabled Election Judge Pay Increase to next month's agenda
• Forwarded Board Member Travel Expenses to full Board for approval (unanimous)
• Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review upcoming meeting calendars. The committee will also address several open appointments for various local boards and districts.

• Approval of August 3, 2023 Meeting Minutes
• Review of October Meetings Calendar
• Discussion of First Circuit Legal County Holidays
• Filling of open appointments for Blairsville Water District, ETSB 911, Greater Egypt Regional Planning District, Lakeside Water District, Natural Resources Economic Development Board, Oraville Water District, and Southern Most Illinois Tourism Bureau

The Executive Committee approved recommendations for two board appointments and a change to the October meeting schedule. The committee also approved the 2024 First Circuit legal county holidays.

• Approved recommendation for Gary Apgar to the NRED Board (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for Candice Watson to the Southern Most Illinois Tourism Board (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to move all October meetings down one week (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 First Circuit legal county holidays (unanimous)
• Approved August 3, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review is reviewing various parcel claims regarding property tax exemptions, double assessments, and factual errors. The agenda includes decisions on specific parcels to grant, deny, or void claims based on documented reasons.

• Review of multiple exemption requests for parcels including Waldrop, Kilpatrick, and Dagner
• Review of double assessment claim for parcel 432200005 (CRS)
• Review of keypunch error claim for parcel 1008300016 (Noland)
• Denial of claim for parcel 1706400011 (Jones) due to no buildings on property
• Denial of claim for parcel 1831300009 (Peters/Ward) because Daniel Ward is not on deed

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The board will review the July 24, 2023, meeting minutes and discuss several items including GIS updates and a recreation survey. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a 1/4 time position and the 2002 Greenways and Trails Plan.

• Approval of July 24, 2023, meeting minutes
• GIS communication update
• Recreation Survey discussion
• Discussion of a 1/4 time position
• Review of 2002 Greenways and Trails Plan

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board approved the hiring of Phillip Carrier for a 1/4 time position. The board also approved $78.14 in expenses for Greg Legan and the minutes from the July 24, 2023 meeting.

• Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Phillip Carrier as the 1/4 time NRED person (unanimous)
• Approved NRED expenses for Greg Legan in the amount of $78.14 (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to conduct appeals and review certificates of error. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and a period for public comment.

• Review of Certificate of Error 2023-373

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The agenda also includes agency reports and a communication regarding the September meeting.

• Approval of July 17, 2023 Public Hearing Minutes
• Approval of July 17, 2023 Meeting Minutes
• Review of FY24 Budget

The Board voted to recommend a $650,000 budget for FY24 to the Jackson County Board. Members also agreed to cancel the September meeting and reconvene in November to determine individual agency budgets.

• Approved July 17, 2023 Public Hearing Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended FY24 budget of $650,000 to the Jackson County Board (unanimous)
• Cancelled September meeting

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Jackson County Board of Review will hold a meeting to address appeals, certificates of error, and hearings. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes and a period for public comment.

• Appeals
• Certificates of Error
• Hearings

County Board

The Jackson County Board is meeting to approve various financial claims, including large payments for ambulance services and medical administration. The agenda also includes funding approvals for road resurfacing and the Carbondale Warming Center.

• Approval of $40,000 in contingency funding for Carbondale Warming Center
• Approval of $324,402.54 for ambulance monthly claims
• Funding approval for Royalton Road Resurfacing Project and Oak Street Extension Project
• Approval of $301,530.00 for HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim
• Approval of $654,069.84 for Highway monthly claims

The Board approved funding for the Royalton Road Resurfacing and Oak Street Extension projects. It also authorized $40,000 from contingency funds for the Carbondale Warming Center and approved several large payments for county claims and highway services.

• Approved $40,000 for Carbondale Warming Center from Contingency (12-2)
• Approved funding for Royalton Road Resurfacing Project (motion carries)
• Approved Federal Aid Agreement for Royalton Road Resurfacing Project (motion carries)
• Approved funding for Oak Street Extension Project in DeSoto Township (motion carries)
• Approved $654,069.84 for Highway Monthly claims (13-0-1)
• Approved $429,612.10 for County Claims (13-0-1)
• Approved $301,530.00 for HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim (via consent agenda)
• Appointed Gary Hartlieb to Crosswalk Community Action Agency (13-1)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to conduct appeals and review certificates of error. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and a period for public comment.

• Review of Certificate of Error 2023-341

Real Property Committee

The committee will review communications regarding land use, economic development, and highway department matters. The agenda includes discussions on highway claims, equipment sales, and building purchases.

• Resolution 2023-78 regarding Jackson County Highway Department surplus equipment sale
• Resolution 2023-77 for Vergennes Road District-Crow Road township aid appropriation
• Discussion of Quality Based Selection
• Fencing for vacant lot
• Capital Supply Building purchase

The committee approved over $654,000 in highway claims and a $10,000 funding request for NRED FY24. Other actions included approving a road district appropriation, the sale of surplus highway equipment, and fencing for a vacant lot.

• Approved payment of Highway Monthly Claims for $654,069.84 (6-1-0)
• Approved NRED FY24 Funding Request for $10,000
• Approved Resolution 2023-77 Township Aid Appropriation Vergennes Road District-Crow Road (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-78 Jackson County Highway Department Surplus Equipment Designation and Sale (Unanimous)
• Approved fencing for vacant lot across from courthouse not to exceed $4,000 (Paid from building maintenance)
• Authorized Sheriff's Office to negotiate price for Capital Supply Building purchase (5-1-1)
• Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will discuss monthly updates regarding animal control, the health department, and solid waste enforcement. The committee will also review ambulance service claims and a University of Illinois Extension item.

• Animal Control Monthly Update (2023-318)
• Jackson County Health Department update (2023-319)
• Solid Waste Fund Update (2023-321)
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims (2023-323)
• University of Illinois Extension item (2023-325)

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee approved the payment of monthly ambulance claims. The committee also received updates on animal control, health department operations, and solid waste enforcement.

• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Ambulance monthly claims in the amount of $324,402.54 (6-0)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance Administration Committee will review several insurance-related claims and financial reports. The agenda includes updates on workers' compensation and the approval of specific medical and dental trust payments.

• Approval of $301,530.00 HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim
• Approval of $11,651.46 in HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims
• Approval of $112,804.45 in On-Demand Claims
• Review of 2023-309 Workers' Compensation update
• Review of cash summaries by bank and revenue/expense by department

The committee approved several payments for medical, dental, and on-demand claims. Members also reached a consensus to move a $40,000 funding request for the Carbondale Warming Center to the full Board for approval.

• Approved HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims of $11,651.46 (Unanimous)
• Approved HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim of $301,530.00 (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Board Member Travel Expenses of $4,039.25 (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved On-Demand Claims of $112,804.45 (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Consensus to add $40,000 Carbondale Warming Center funding request to full Board agenda

Board of Review

The Board of Review met to conduct scheduled appeals and review certificates of error. The agenda included standard procedural items such as the approval of minutes and public comment.

• Review of Certificate of Error 2023-308

Executive Committee

The committee will review the June 1, 2023 meeting minutes and introduce the ManTra Con Executive Director. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding a broadband grant partnership.

• Resolution 2023-76: Jackson County Broadband Grant Partnership Resolution
• Appointment of members to Blairsville Water District, ETSB 911, and Lakeside Water District
• Appointment of members to Oraville Water District and Southern Most Illinois Tourism Bureau
• Introduction of ManTra Con Executive Director

The committee approved Resolution 2023-76 to partner with Western Kentucky & Tennessee Telecommunications Cooperative for broadband infrastructure grants. The committee also recommended three appointments to the full Board. June 1, 2023 meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved Resolution 2023-76 Jackson County Broadband Grant Partnership Resolution (4-0)
• Approved recommendation to full Board for Gary Hartlieb re-appointment to Crosswalk Community Action Agency (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to full Board for Lee Fronabarger appointment to Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to full Board for Jodi Robertson re-appointment to TB Board (unanimous)
• Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to conduct business including the approval of minutes and public comment. The agenda includes a review of appeals and one specific certificate of error.

• Review of 2023-303 Certificates of Error

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Board of Review will hold a meeting to address flood plain variances, appeals, and certificates of error. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes and a period for public comment.

• Flood Plain Variance
• Appeals
• Certificate of Error
• Hearings

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board will discuss updates regarding the Jackson County/University of Illinois Outdoor Recreation Survey. The board will also address NRED by-laws, part-time staff, and a cross country bike route.

• Update on Jackson County/University of Illinois Outdoor Recreation Survey content and launch date
• Discussion regarding NRED By-Laws
• Discussion regarding NRED Part/Time Staff
• Discussion regarding Cross Country Bike Route

The board approved the May 22, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed the launch of an outdoor recreation survey and the use of $3,000 in County Board funding to hire a quarter-time staff member for the project. The board also agreed to support efforts to make the county more accessible for cyclists.

• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided Legan will create a job description for a quarter-time staff position to be sent to the County Administrator
• Agreed to help with the project to make the County more user-friendly for cyclists

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Liquor Advisory Committee will meet to discuss several items regarding liquor and gaming licenses. The agenda includes the approval of April 5, 2023, minutes and the Jackson County Liquor Truck License.

• Approval of FY24 Liquor License Application
• Approval of FY24 Gaming License Application
• Approval of FY24 Application Dates
• Jackson County Liquor Truck License review

The committee approved the FY24 liquor license application, gaming license application, and associated application dates. The board deferred a decision on liquor truck licensing pending parameter requirements from the State's Attorney's Office.

• Approved April 5, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY24 Liquor License Application (unanimous)
• Approved FY24 Gaming License Application (unanimous)
• Approved FY24 Application dates (unanimous)
• Tabled liquor truck license decision pending State's Attorney's Office input

County Board

The Jackson County Board will meet to review various financial claims, contract approvals, and infrastructure projects. Key items include a base bid for the Courthouse Renovation Project and several payments related to health insurance and county claims.

• Courthouse Renovation Project base bid of $3,636,178.72
• Approval of On-Demand Claims in the amount of $553,917.99
• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration claim for $308,470.00
• Project management contract for Craine/Willis Demolition not to exceed $29,999.99
• State's Attorney Office Renovations up to $15,000

The County Board approved a base bid of $3,636,178.72 for courthouse renovations using cash reserves. Other key actions included establishing a Budget Stabilization Fund and approving various building maintenance and health insurance payments.

• Approved Courthouse Renovation Project Base Bid of $3,636,178.72 (motion carries)
• Approved Navigate as Project Managers for Craine/Willis Demolition not to exceed $29,999.99 (12-2)
• Approved Resolution 2023-75 establishing a Budget Stabilization Fund (motion carries)
• Approved State's Attorney Office Renovations not to exceed $15,000 (motion carries)
• Approved Roof Hatch Replacement of $7,041.96 (motion carries)
• Approved payment of County monthly claims of $351,170.31 (12-0-1)
• Approved payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration claim of $308,470.00 (via consent agenda)
• Approved payment of On-Demand Claims of $553,917.99 (via consent agenda)

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board is meeting to review second quarter reports and discuss website suggestions. The board will also address the FY24 budget request and agency funding appropriations.

• FY24 Agency Funding Appropriation
• FY24 Budget Request
• Review of 2nd Quarter Reports
• Website Suggestions

The Board reviewed second quarter agency expense and status reports. Decisions regarding FY24 agency funding appropriations and the budget request were tabled for further review. The Board agreed to meet again on August 21 to decide on the budget request for the County Board.

• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled FY24 Agency Funding Appropriation and Budget Request for further review
• Agreed to revise agency scoring rubric for future use

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board is meeting to review funding applications for the 2024 fiscal year. The board will consider requests from 11 different service providers.

• Review of FY24 funding applications for 11 organizations, including Centerstone and Shawnee Health Service
• Review of application from Carbondale Warming Center
• Review of application from Perry-Jackson Child Advocacy Center
• Review of application from Survivor Empowerment Center
• Review of applications from SIU Clinical Center and SIU Evaluation and Developmental Center

The board held a public hearing to review funding applications for the 2024 fiscal year. Several agencies presented their requests and answered questions from the board. No final funding decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Reviewed FY24 funding applications from 8 presenting agencies
• Noted absence of Good Samaritan Ministries, SIU Clinical Center, and Survivor Empowerment Center

Real Property Committee

The committee will review highway department claims and bid awards for road oil products. Members are discussing infrastructure projects including the Giant City Rd/Pleasant Hill Rd intersection and courthouse restoration. The meeting also covers land use and economic development updates.

• Resolution 2023-72 to award 2023 MFT bids for road oil products
• Resolution 2023-73 to appropriate MFT funds for Giant City Rd/Pleasant Hill Rd intersection improvement
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
• Courthouse Restoration Project
• Project Management for Craine/Willis Demo

The committee recommended a $3.6M courthouse restoration base bid and the hiring of a project manager for the Craine/Willis demolition. They also approved funding for NRED, highway claims, and various building maintenance projects.

• Recommended $3.6M Courthouse Restoration Project base bid (7-0)
• Recommended hiring Craine/Willis demolition Project Manager up to $29,999.99 (6-1)
• Approved $205,469.08 for Highway Monthly claims (7-0)
• Approved $3,000 NRED funding request from hotel/motel tax (Unanimous)
• Approved State's Attorney's Office renovations up to $15,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $7,041.96 for Roof Hatch Replacement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-72 for 2023 MFT Road Oil Products bids (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-73 for Giant City Rd/Pleasant Hill Rd intersection funds (Unanimous)

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The committee will discuss an animal control ordinance proposal and receive updates on the health department and solid waste enforcement. The meeting also includes a review of ambulance monthly claims and the recycling program.

• Animal Control Ordinance Proposal (2023-241)
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims (2023-239)
• Solid Waste Fund Update (2023-237)
• Recycling Program (2023-238)
• Solid Waste Enforcement (2023-236)

The committee approved the minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting. Other business included reports on health department vaccinations, solid waste enforcement, and the relocation of ambulance administrative offices to a new headquarters. No new ordinances were voted upon.

• Approved June 13, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Review

This is a procedural meeting of the Jackson County Board of Review. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a certificate of error, an executive session, appeals, hearings, and public comment. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed.

• Approval of minutes
• Certificate of error
• Executive session
• Appeals and hearings
• Public comment

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review insurance claims, health insurance premiums, and travel expenses. The body will also discuss the Courthouse Restoration Project and reserve fund policies.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $308,470.00
• Approval of On-Demand Claims for $553,917.99
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims for $10,197.24
• Payment of Board Member Travel Expenses for $3,918.31
• Discussion of Courthouse Restoration Project and Public Defender Salary Adjustment

The committee approved several large payments for medical claims, on-demand expenses, and dental/vision claims. Members also voted to increase FY24 health insurance premiums for non-bargaining employees and approved a salary adjustment for the Public Defender.

• Approved HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim of $308,470.00 (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved on-demand claims of $553,917.99 (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims of $10,197.24 (unanimous)
• Approved FY24 non-bargaining employee insurance premium increases of $20 for HOPE 1000 and $10 for HOPE 4000 (unanimous)
• Approved Board member travel expenses of $3,863.31 (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Delinquent Tax Resolutions 2023-70 and 2023-71 (unanimous)
• Approved Public Defender Salary Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved Devnet Renewal contract pending changes from State's Attorney's Office (6-0, 1 absent)

Health Insurance Task Force

The Health Insurance Task Force is meeting to review follow-up items and costs associated with FY24 employee health insurance. The body will also vote on the approval of the June 6, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approval of June 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• FY24 Health Insurance follow-up
• FY24 Employee Health Insurance Cost

The Health Insurance Task Force recommended that the full Board increase FY24 insurance costs for non-bargaining employees. The proposal includes a $20 increase for the 1000 plan and a $10 increase for the 4000 plan. The group also noted that the County Board previously approved staying with HOPE Trust for FY24.

• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended raising FY24 insurance costs for non-bargaining employees: $20 for the 1000 plan and $10 for the 4000 plan (unanimous)

County Board

The County Board is meeting to approve various medical, ambulance, and highway claims. The board will also address 20 open appointments across several local boards and water districts.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim: $308,644.00
• Payment of On-Demand Claims: $402,695.87
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims: $352,149.28
• Payment of Highway Claims: $439,833.84
• Review of 20 open appointments including Board of Health and various Water Districts

The County Board approved HOPE Trust as the employee health insurance provider for FY24. The board also filled several vacancies on the Board of Health, various water districts, and the 708 Mental Health Board. Multiple payments for county claims, highway claims, and insurance were approved.

• Approved HOPE Trust as FY24 Employee Health Insurance (10-1-1)
• Approved Brandon Gibbs to the 708 Mental Health Board (Carried)
• Approved Allison Campos, Lynn Heins, Sherry Jones, and Katherine Poulos to the Board of Health (Carried)
• Approved Robert Hughey and Conyers Robert Lamb to the Buncombe Public Water District (Carried)
• Approved Gene Basden II to the Jackson/Union Regional Port District (9-3)
• Approved Harold Brock and Gary Rowden to the Murdale Water District (Carried)
• Approved $397,796.00 in County Claims (Carried)
• Approved $439,833.84 in Highway Claims (Carried)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review several large insurance and on-demand claim payments. The body will also discuss health insurance recommendations for FY24 and three different financial policies regarding funds and capital improvements.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim: $308,644.00
• Approval of On-Demand Claims: $402,695.87
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims: $11,023.85
• Payment of Board Member Travel Expenses: $4,743.08
• Review of Unrestricted Fund Balance, Reserve Fund, and Capital Improvement policies

The committee approved several insurance and travel payments and recommended continuing with HOPE Trust for FY24 health insurance. Discussions regarding unrestricted fund balance, reserve fund, and capital improvement policies were held but no action was taken.

• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $11,023.85 for HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims (unanimous)
• Approved $308,644.00 for HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim (6-0)
• Recommended HOPE Trust as FY24 Employee Health Insurance to the full Board
• Approved $4,743.08 for Board Member travel expenses (6-0)
• Approved $402,695.87 for On-Demand claims (6-0)

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will review updates on animal control, the health department, and solid waste. The body will also consider a proposal for an animal control ordinance and the payment of monthly ambulance claims.

• Animal Control Ordinance Proposal
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims
• Solid Waste Fund Update
• Recycling Program review
• Solid Waste Enforcement

The committee approved the payment of monthly ambulance claims and the May 9 meeting minutes. Members discussed proposed changes to the Animal Control Ordinance and requested a refined version for the next meeting. The committee also received reports on health department grants, solid waste enforcement, and recycling programs.

• Approved payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims for $352,149.28 (unanimous)
• Approved May 9, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus reached to have State's Attorney and County Administrator refine Animal Control Ordinance for next month's meeting

Real Property Committee

The committee is meeting to review reports from regional planning and economic development organizations. Members will discuss courthouse leak remediation and the Capital Supply Building. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Shawnee Forest.

• Courthouse Leak Remediation Presentation
• Capital Supply Building
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
• Jackson County Bike Routes
• Shawnee Forest discussion

The committee approved the minutes from the May 8, 2023 meeting. Members received presentations on courthouse leak remediation and the proposed Shawnee National Park & Climate Preserve, but no formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved May 8, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

National Opioid Taskforce

The National Opioid Taskforce is meeting to receive a settlement update and a presentation from the ROE. The body will also address questions from the County Administrator regarding whether to save or spend funds and how to allocate the budget.

• Settlement update
• ROE presentation
• Discussion on spending versus saving funds
• Discussion on funding one program versus multiple programs
• Budget funds review

The National Opioid Taskforce approved the May 2, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed pending settlement payments and a drug education survey for school districts. The group agreed to hold the next meeting in September or October to better determine how to allocate settlement funds.

• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Health Insurance Task Force

The Health Insurance Task Force is meeting to evaluate insurance proposals and determine recommendations for the 2024 fiscal year.

• Evaluation of insurance proposals
• FY24 health insurance recommendation

The Health Insurance Task Force reached a consensus to recommend staying with HOPE Trust for FY24 health insurance. The group agreed they did not want a self-funded plan. This recommendation will move to the Finance Committee and then to the full Board for final approval.

• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to recommend staying with HOPE Trust for FY24 health insurance
• Reached consensus to reject self-funded plans
• Agreed to a July meeting to discuss employee health coverage payment amounts

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The board will meet to review and approve previous minutes. Discussion items include insurance, legal representation, and district by-laws.

• Approval of May 15, 2023 minutes
• Errors and Omissions Insurance
• Attorney selection/review
• District By-Laws

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to discuss internal office matters and review 20 open appointments across various boards and districts. The agenda also includes presentations from Mantra-Con and CTS.

• Review of 20 open appointments including the Board of Health and 708 Mental Health Board
• Review of appointments for Blairsville, Buncombe, Lakeside, and Murdale Water Districts
• Mantra-Con introduction
• CTS presentation

The committee voted to recommend multiple appointments and re-appointments to the full Board for the 708 Mental Health Board, Board of Health, Buncombe Water District, Jackson/Union Regional Port District, and Murdale Water District. The committee also received a presentation on CTS computing services.

• Approved May 4, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Brandon Gibbs to 708 Mental Health Board (unanimous)
• Recommended Allison Campos and re-appointments of Lynn Heins, Sherry Jones, and Katherine Poulos to Board of Health (unanimous)
• Recommended Conyers Robert Lamb and re-appointment of Robert Hughey to Buncombe Water District (unanimous)
• Recommended re-appointment of Gene Basden to Jackson/Union Regional Port District (carried)
• Recommended re-appointments of Harold Brock and Gary Rowden to Murdale Water District (unanimous)

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The board is meeting to review reports on GIS and by-laws, as well as an outdoor recreation survey update. Members will discuss a proposed vendor list and the second phase of NRED.

• Jackson County/University of Illinois Outdoor Recreation Survey update
• Proposed Jackson County Vendor List
• NRED Phase II
• Grand Tower
• Anti-National Park Campaign

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board approved the creation of a county vendor list for outdoor services. Members discussed potential intergovernmental agreements for Phase II of the NRED plan and reviewed updates on an outdoor recreation survey.

• Approved February 2, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion for Anthony Henson to begin creating a vendor list for those offering services related to the outdoors or serving outdoor users (unanimous)
• Directed Anthony Henson to engage with County IT staff for a GIS project update
• Decided to place officer elections on next month's agenda

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board is meeting to discuss funding processes and agency reports. The board will consider the approval of funding applications and due dates for fiscal year 2024.

• Approval of FY24 Funding Application
• Approval of Funding Due Dates
• Mini-Grant Updates

The 708 Mental Health Board approved the funding application and associated due dates for fiscal year 2024. The board also approved the minutes from the March 20, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY2024 708 funding application (unanimous)
• Approved funding due dates for the FY2024 funding application process (unanimous)

County Board

The County Board is meeting to approve various payments, including medical claims and monthly county and highway expenses. The board will also consider a statutory fee increase for recordings and the purchase of two new tandem dump trucks.

• Ordinance 2023-03 authorizing statutory fee increase for recordings
• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $307,057.00
• Payment of County Monthly Claims for $523,084.46
• Resolution 2023-68 to award and purchase two new tandem dump trucks
• Resolution 2023-69 approving task order for HSIP Grant Application-Airport Road

The County Board approved a consent agenda containing multiple payments and resolutions, including a statutory fee increase for recordings. The board also authorized the purchase of two new tandem dump trucks and filled several board appointments. A representative was approved to attend a property auction.

• Approved purchase of two new tandem dump trucks (Resolution 2023-68)
• Approved $523,084.46 for County Monthly Claims
• Approved $256,291.97 for Highway Monthly Claims
• Approved $307,057.00 for HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim
• Approved Ordinance 2023-03 for statutory fee increase for recordings
• Approved Allan Karnes and Stephen Schauwecker to the Board of Review
• Approved John W McLaughlin to the Oraville Water District
• Approved $8,000.00 for June Household Hazardous Waste collection

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The board will hold elections for several officer positions, including Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, and Ethics Officer. Members will also discuss budgeting, attorney selection, and insurance.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, and Ethics Officer
• Discussion of Errors and Omissions Insurance
• Selection of Attorney
• Budgeting discussion

The board elected a Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, and Ethics Officer. Members agreed to move future meetings to the first Monday of the month starting in June. The board decided to request start-up funds from the Jackson County Finance Committee.

• Approved April 17, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Changed meeting dates to the 1st Monday of the month
• Elected Mr. Kent as Chair (4-3)
• Elected Ms. Cissell as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Beckman as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Appointed Lance Meisenheimer as Secretary
• Elected Mr. Basden as Ethics Officer (unanimous)
• Decided Basden will request start-up funds from Jackson County Finance Committee in June

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to approve several large insurance and medical claim payments. The body will also consider a statutory fee increase for recordings and resolutions regarding delinquent taxes.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim: $307,057.00
• Payment of Hope Trust Dental & Vision Claims: $11,459.05
• Approval of On-Demand Claims: $22,847.66
• Ordinance 2023-03 authorizing statutory fee increase for recordings
• Delinquent Tax Resolutions for four parcels

The committee approved several large payments for health insurance claims and board travel expenses. It also authorized a statutory fee increase for recordings and approved four delinquent tax resolutions. Members reached a consensus to research a plan for spending restricted solid waste funds.

• Approved April 10, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved $11,459.05 for HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims (Unanimous)
• Approved $307,057.00 for HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,420.53 for Board Member Travel Expenses (7-0)
• Approved $22,847.66 for On-Demand Claims (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-03 for statutory fee increase for recordings (Unanimous)
• Approved Delinquent Tax Resolutions 2023-64 through 2023-67 (Unanimous)
• Consensus to research requirements for restricted solid waste fund expenditure plan

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss updates on animal control, health, and solid waste. The body will review a proposed animal control ordinance and approve funding for hazardous waste collection.

• Animal Control Ordinance Proposal (2023-85)
• Approval of Household Hazardous Waste Funds for June Collection (2023-100)
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims (2023-83)
• Solid Waste Fund Update (2023-81)
• Recycling Program (2023-82)

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee authorized funding for a household chemical collection event and approved monthly ambulance service payments. The committee also determined that the State's Attorney will provide updates only on civil matters for the county.

• Approved April 11, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized JCHD to spend up to $8,000 in household hazardous waste funds for June 24 event supplies and advertising (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Ambulance Monthly claims for $40,228.27 (unanimous)
• Decided State's Attorney updates will be limited to county civil matters
• Consensus to send current animal control ordinance document to legal for review

Real Property Committee

The committee will discuss highway department updates, including a new tandem dump truck purchase and a speed zone change on East Boskeydell Road. Members will also review a task order for an Airport Rd grant application and a space needs study for county buildings.

• Resolution 2023-68 to award and purchase a new tandem dump truck
• Ordinance for an altered speed zone on East Boskeydell Road
• Resolution 2023-69 for HSIP Grant Application task order regarding Airport Rd
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
• Discussion on Shawnee Forest

The Real Property Committee approved the purchase of two tandem dump trucks and a task order for an HSIP Grant Application for Airport Road. The committee also recommended that the full Board consider purchasing the Capital Supply Building at auction.

• Approved Resolution 2023-68 to purchase 2 tandem dump trucks (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-69 for HSIP Grant Application-Airport Road task order (7-0)
• Recommended full Board consider attending auction to purchase Capital Supply Building (Unanimous)
• Approved April 12, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Selected option 2 for space needs study: courthouse renovation, demolition of Craine and Willis buildings, and new courts buildings construction

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to discuss administrative updates and the June meetings calendar. The body will review 13 open appointments across various boards and water districts. No new business or specific contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Review of 13 open appointments including 708 Mental Health Board and Board of Review
• Appointments for Blairsville, Buncombe, Lakeside, Murdale, and Oraville Water Districts
• Appointments for ETSB 911 and Greater Egypt Regional Planning District
• Resource Coordinator update
• William "Bill" Alstat Award

The Executive Committee approved the March 2, 2023 meeting minutes unanimously. They recommended the reappointment of Allan Karnes and Stephen Schauwecker to the Board of Review, and John McLaughlin to the Oraville Water District, all by unanimous votes. The committee also decided to recommend Gail Thomas as the sole recipient of the William 'Bill' Alstat award.

• Approved March 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Allan Karnes and Stephen Schauwecker to Board of Review (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of John McLaughlin to Oraville Water District (unanimous)
• Recommended Gail Thomas for William 'Bill' Alstat award (motion made, no vote recorded)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The subcommittee is meeting to review presentations regarding broadband services. The agenda lists three specific presentations for consideration.

• Presentation 2023-61 Protek
• Presentation 2023-62 WK&T
• Presentation 2023-63 Frontier

The Human Resources Subcommittee of the Jackson County Board heard presentations from three broadband providers—Protek, WK&T, and Frontier—on their broadband services. No decisions, approvals, or votes on broadband matters were made during the meeting. The meeting adjourned without any substantive action.

• Heard presentation from Protek (2023-61)
• Heard presentation from WK&T (2023-62)
• Heard presentation from Frontier (2023-63)
• Motion to adjourn approved (Phillips/Erbes)

National Opioid Taskforce

The National Opioid Taskforce is meeting to review a settlement update and a Drug Court presentation. The body will also discuss a One Day Summit.

• Settlement update (Item 2023-47)
• Drug Court presentation (Item 2023-51)
• One Day Summit discussion (Item 2023-52)

The taskforce approved the April 4, 2023 meeting minutes and decided not to move forward with a one-day summit. Members discussed the 1st Circuit Drug Court Program and its needs regarding transportation, housing, and support. The group will meet next month to discuss how to allocate opioid settlement funds.

• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided not to move forward with the one-day summit

Health Insurance Task Force

The Health Insurance Task Force is meeting to review questions and answers regarding a Request for Proposals (RFP). The body will also discuss evaluation criteria for the process.

• Review of RFP Question & Answer (Item 2023-54)
• Discussion of Evaluation Criteria (Item 2023-55)
• Approval of April 3, 2023 meeting minutes

The task force approved the scoring rubric for evaluating insurance RFP responses. The County Administrator provided an update on the RFP question and answer session. Members discussed employee concerns regarding the cost of family insurance.

• Approved April 3, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved evaluation criteria scoring rubric (unanimous)

County Board

The County Board is meeting for a retreat focused on goal setting and strategic planning. The session includes a review of recent accomplishments and the prioritization of future goals.

• Prioritization of goals (Item 23-8069)
• Effort and cost estimates (Item 23-8070)

The meeting had no quorum, so no official actions were taken. Board members present held a general discussion to prioritize goals suggested at the January County Board Retreat.

County Board

The County Board will vote on several funding approvals, including ambulance services and health trust claims. The board is also considering a fee increase for recordings and the adoption of a Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Ambulance Budget Adjustment of $450,000.00
• Ordinance 2023-02 authorizing statutory fee increase for recordings
• HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim of $304,324.00
• Resolution 2023-60 adopting the Jackson County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution 2023-61 rescinding annual renewal requirements for Senior Homestead Exemption

The County Board approved the purchase of an ambulance building and several large payments for medical and county claims. The board denied a proposed ordinance to increase statutory recording fees. Several appointments to water, fire, and conservancy districts were also confirmed.

• Approved Ambulance Building Purchase (13-0)
• Denied Ordinance 2023-02 for statutory recording fee increases (5-8)
• Approved $100,000 Solid Waste repayment in November (10-3)
• Approved $304,324.00 HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim
• Approved $450,000.00 Ambulance Budget Adjustment
• Approved use of Energy Transition Community Grant Funds for building demolition (13-0)
• Approved appointments of Warren P Ladner (Buncombe Water District), Michael S Barone (Kinkaid-Reed's Conservancy District), and Kenneth T. Akins (MPS Fire Protection District)
• Approved $374,828.97 in County Claims (12-0-1)

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will discuss future meeting items and establish the date, place, and time for subsequent meetings.

The board established a recurring meeting schedule for the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Members agreed to prioritize the election of officers, budgeting, insurance, and by-laws at the next meeting. No final decision was made regarding a permanent meeting location.

• Set future meetings for the 3rd Monday of the month at 6pm
• Decided to elect a chair and treasurer at the next meeting
• Decided to discuss budgeting, errors and omissions insurance, and by-laws at the next meeting

Real Property Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to change senior homestead exemption renewals and discussing several county facility projects. The meeting includes updates on courthouse repairs and highway department claims.

• Resolution 2023-61 to rescind annual renewal requirement for Senior Homestead Exemption
• Resolution 2023-62 regarding Township Aid for Makanda Township
• Discussion of Ambulance Building Purchase
• Updates on Courthouse Roof and leak remediation
• Review of ADA Steps

The Real Property Committee approved several funding requests for highway claims and courthouse roof maintenance. It recommended that the Full Board approve the purchase of an ambulance building and use a $124,423 DCEO grant for the demolition of the Willis and Craine Buildings.

• Approved March 8, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-61 rescinding annual renewal of Senior Homestead Exemption (Unanimous)
• Approved Highway Monthly Claims of $97,208.51 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-62 for Makanda Township Aid (Unanimous)
• Recommended Ambulance Building Purchase to Full Board (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,250 for infrared investigation of courthouse roof (Unanimous)
• Recommended using $124,423 DCEO grant for demolition of Willis and Craine Buildings to Full Board (Unanimous)

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will discuss public health, solid waste, and emergency services. The body is reviewing a multi-hazard mitigation plan and a proposal for an animal control ordinance. Members will also discuss the purchase of an ambulance building.

• Resolution 2023-60 Adopting the Jackson County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Ambulance Building Purchase
• Animal Control Ordinance Proposal
• Resolution 2023-63 IMRF Resolution Allowing Service Credit for Military Service
• Discussion of Billboards

The committee approved payments for ambulance claims and military service credits for IMRF retirement. It recommended that the full Board approve the purchase of an ambulance building and the adoption of the Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan. A decision was made to pay $100K plus interest to the Solid Waste Fund in November.

• Approved payment of Ambulance Monthly claims for $50,743.51 (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to full Board for Ambulance Building Purchase (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to full Board for Resolution 2023-60 Adopting the Jackson County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-63 allowing IMRF service credit for military service (unanimous)
• Approved paying $100K plus interest to the Solid Waste Fund in November (unanimous)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Animal Control Ordinance proposal pending requested changes

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review several large insurance and operational payments. The body is also discussing an ordinance to increase statutory recording fees and the purchase of an ambulance building.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $304,324.00
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims for $26,778.39
• Approval of On-Demand Claims for $88,606.99
• Ordinance 2023-02 authorizing statutory fee increase for recordings
• Ambulance Building Purchase and Budget Adjustment

The committee approved several insurance and operational payments, a statutory fee increase for recordings, and a budget adjustment for the ambulance service. Members discussed a potential new space needs study and cash reserve policies but reached no formal decisions on those items. Two litigation settlements were authorized following an executive session.

• Approved HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims of $26,778.39 (unanimous)
• Approved HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim of $304,324.00 (4-0-3)
• Approved Board Member Travel Expenses of $5,380.01 (5-0-2)
• Approved On-Demand Claims of $88,606.99 (5-0-2)
• Approved $500 for County Administrator Professional Development Academy (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-02 for statutory fee increase for recordings (unanimous)
• Approved Ambulance Budget Adjustment of $450,000.00 (unanimous)
• Authorized insurance adjuster to settle two litigation cases (unanimous)

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board is meeting to review updates on a joint outdoor recreation survey with the University of Illinois. The board will also discuss NRED Phase II and a potential change to meeting dates.

• Jackson County/University of Illinois Outdoor Recreation Survey update and focus group
• NRED Phase II
• NRED By-Laws
• National Bike Route
• GIS report

The meeting scheduled for April 6, 2023, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No official actions were taken.

Executive Committee

The meeting scheduled for April 6, 2023, was cancelled. The agenda listed items regarding broadband updates and several open appointments.

• Broadband update
• Open appointments for 708 Mental Health Board, Blairsville Water District, and Buncombe Water District
• Open appointments for ETSB 911, Greater Egypt Regional Planning District, and Kinkaid Reed’s Creek Conservancy District
• Open appointments for MPS Fire District, Natural Resources Economic Development Board, and Southern Most Illinois Tourism Bureau
• William "Bill" Alstat Award

The meeting scheduled for April 6, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive decisions were recorded.

Liquor Advisory Board

The Liquor Advisory Board is meeting to discuss updates to liquor ordinances and licensing requirements. The board will review a specific application for Shawnee Cave and requirements for managers or owners living outside the county.

• Camera requirements and liquor ordinance update (23-8006)
• Jackson County Liquor Truck License (23-8007)
• Manager/Owner living outside of county requirements (23-8008)
• Shawnee Cave application (23-8009)

The board decided that Shawnee Cave does not currently qualify for a liquor license. The County Administrator will notify the owner that a temporary one-day class H license may be issued if a county vendor is found for their event. The board also tabled the camera requirements ordinance update indefinitely.

• Approved February 7, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Camera Requirements/Liquor Ordinance Update indefinitely (unanimous)
• Denied Shawnee Cave liquor license application
• Agreed to allow temporary one-day class H licenses for Shawnee Cave if a county vendor is used

National Opioid Taskforce

The National Opioid Taskforce is meeting to review updates regarding settlement 23-8010. The body will also discuss funding proposals related to settlement 23-8011.

• Update on settlement 23-8010
• Funding proposals for settlement 23-8011

The taskforce discussed various proposals for utilizing opioid settlement funds, including hiring a counselor for the Med/Seg unit and funding drug court. The group decided to research a one-day summit featuring representatives from county organizations to better understand local needs.

• Decided to begin looking into a one-day summit with county organization representatives
• County Administrator to invite Judge Bost and/or Solverson to the next meeting

IT Subcommittee

The Health Insurance Taskforce is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss the Request for Proposals (RFP) process. The body will review changes to the RFP and establish evaluation criteria.

• Review of RFP changes (Item 23-8013)
• Discussion of evaluation criteria (Item 23-8014)

The taskforce reviewed changes to the health insurance Request for Proposals (RFP) recommended by outside counsel. Members agreed to a new timeline for bid submissions and openings. No changes were made to the evaluation criteria.

• Approved March 13, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Set proposal due date to 5/12/23
• Set proposal opening date to 5/15/23

County Board

The Jackson County Board is meeting to approve various county claims, intergovernmental agreements, and board appointments. The agenda includes decisions on public safety software, road contracts, and a property purchase.

• Donation request for Carbondale Warming Center in the amount of $40,000.00
• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $319,283.00
• Payment of County Claims in the amount of $365,915.03
• Union Hill Road Engineer Contract Amendment
• Jurisdictional Transfer for County Highway 11/Township Road 921 (Reed Station Road)

The County Board approved a significant donation for the Carbondale Warming Center and authorized several public safety and health insurance agreements. The board also appointed members to the Opioid Sub-Committee and the Natural Resources Economic Development Board.

• Approved $400,000 donation to Carbondale Warming Center from Contingency (12-2)
• Approved Tyler Technologies Enterprise Public Safety Software Agreement (14-0)
• Approved RFP for Health Insurance pending legal review (14-0)
• Appointed Snyder, Lister, and Knust to the Opioid Sub-Committee (14-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement between Jackson County Sheriff's Office and Illinois Dept of Children and Family Services (14-0)
• Approved Architect of Record (8-5)
• Approved payment of County Monthly Claims for $365,915.03 (13-0-1)
• Approved real property discussed in Executive Session (11-2-1)

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to discuss county opioid settlement information. The board is scheduled to approve first-quarter expense and status reports and address mini-grant funding.

• County Opioid Settlement Information (Item 23-7973)
• Approval of Q1 Expense/Status Reports (Item 23-7974)
• Mini-Grant Funding (Item 23-7975)

The board lacked a quorum to take formal votes, but members reached consensus on several items. They agreed to have the County Administrator approve Q1 expense/status reports and determined the distribution of mini-grant funding.

• Consensus reached for County Administrator to approve Q1 expense/status reports
• Consensus reached to fund mini-grant requests as asked, except Good Samaritan which will receive $3,275.00

County Board

The County Board is meeting to consider appointments for several local boards and water districts. The agenda includes the review of 21 delinquent tax resolutions and various county maintenance bids.

• Appointments for Buncombe, Elverado, and South Highway Water Districts
• Appointments for Cable TV Commission, ETSB 911, Housing Authority, Mass Transit, and Liquor Advisory Board
• Delinquent Tax Resolutions 2016-03 through 2016-21
• Micro-surfacing of Hickory Ridge Road/Hoffman Road
• County and Township MFT Maintenance Program Bids

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to handle property tax appeals, certificates of error, and hearings. The body will also consult with Assistant States Attorney Joni Bailey regarding a 2022 PTAB case involving the Grand Tower Energy Center.

• Discussion with Asst. States Attorney Joni Bailey regarding Grand Tower Energy Center 2022 PTAB case
• Review of appeals
• Certificate of Error
• Hearings
• Discussion of cases currently at PTAB level

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The committee will review updates on animal control, the health department, and solid waste. Members will discuss funding for a continuous warming center and future non-profit funding.

• Payment of ambulance monthly claims
• Continuous warming center funding
• Future non-profit funding
• Opioid settlement update
• Ordinance update

The committee approved monthly ambulance claims and the February 14 meeting minutes. Members voted to review the Animal Control Ordinance and recommend the creation of an opioid sub-committee to the full Board. The committee also recommended that the Carbondale Warming Center continue requesting future funding directly from the full board.

• Approved February 14, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved ambulance monthly claims of $145,689.86 (7-0)
• Approved review of Animal Control Ordinance for next month's meeting (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to full Board to implement an opioid sub-committee (unanimous)
• Recommended Carbondale Warming Center continue reaching out to full board for future funding

IT Subcommittee

The Health Insurance Taskforce is meeting to review and approve the Request for Proposal for FY24 health insurance. The body will also vote on the minutes from the March 7, 2023 meeting.

• Approval of FY24 Health Insurance Request for Proposal
• Approval of March 7, 2023 meeting minutes

The Health Insurance Taskforce approved sending the FY24 Health Insurance Request for Proposal (RFP) to outside counsel, OKGC, for review. The group reached a consensus to send the RFP to the full Board this month pending that legal review.

• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sending Health Insurance RFP to outside counsel OKGC for review (7-0)
• Approved proceeding with Health Insurance RFP pending legal review (7-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to hear property tax appeals and discuss cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level. The session includes a series of scheduled hearings for specific property parcels.

• Hearing for 306 Reed Station Rd (2022-172)
• Hearings for Bridgewood Dr parcels (2022-173, 2022-174)
• Hearings for Plum St parcels (2022-175, 2022-176)
• Hearings for 304 Apricot Alley, 105 W Douglas St, and 201 N Oak
• Hearings for Miles Fam Trust properties at 200 N Cherry, 202 N Cherry, and 310 W Douglas

Real Property Committee

The Real Property Committee is meeting to review highway department claims and updates. The body will discuss a contract amendment for Union Hill Road and a jurisdictional transfer for Reed Station Road.

• Union Hill Road Engineer Contract Amendment
• Resolution for Jurisdictional Transfer of Reed Station Road
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
• Jackson County Bike Routes
• Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission

The committee approved a contract amendment for the Union Hill Road engineer and a resolution for the jurisdictional transfer of Reed Station Road. Other items discussed included courthouse maintenance and the Supervisor of Assessments' office relocation.

• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Union Hill Road Engineer Contract Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution for Jurisdictional Transfer of Reed Station Road (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to approve previous minutes and conduct hearings on property tax appeals. The session includes a review of cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Appeal 2022-000289 for PIERMO CABINS (19-29-276-007)

IT Subcommittee

The Health Insurance Taskforce is meeting to approve the minutes from February 15, 2023, and consider the Request for Proposal for FY24 health insurance.

• Approval of FY24 Health Insurance Request for Proposal (Item 23-7942)

The Health Insurance Taskforce approved a recommendation to the full Board for the FY24 Health Insurance Request for Proposal. The group amended the proposal to remove section 2.1 before the final vote.

• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to the full Board for the FY24 Health Insurance Request for Proposal (1 yes, 1 abstain)
• Approved amendment to remove section 2.1 from the Proposal (unanimous)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to approve several insurance and travel payments. The body will also review a draft Request for Proposal for health insurance and a software agreement with Tyler Technologies.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $319,283.00
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims for $3,848.17
• Payment of Board Member Travel Expenses for $3,499.96
• Approval of On-Demand Claims for $15,552.55
• Tyler Technologies Enterprise Public Safety Software Agreement

The committee approved several insurance and medical claims and a $40,000 donation to the Carbondale Warming Center. It also approved a public safety software agreement with Tyler Technologies to be paid from the Ambulance and Sheriff's Office budgets.

• Approved February 6, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,848.17 for HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims (Unanimous)
• Approved $319,283.00 for HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim (7-0)
• Approved $15,552.55 for On-Demand Claims (Unanimous)
• Approved Tyler Technologies Enterprise Public Safety Software Agreement (7-0)
• Approved paying Tyler Software Agreement from Ambulance and Sheriff's Office budgets (7-0)
• Approved $40,000 donation to Carbondale Warming Center from contingency (7-0)

County Board

The County Board will meet to review presentations from architects. The agenda also includes standard business and an executive session.

• Architect presentations

The Board heard presentations from HOK, Eggemeyer & Associates, and White & Borgognoni. Three separate motions to appoint an architect failed to reach the required vote threshold. The item was moved to the March 21st meeting agenda.

• Motion to appoint White & Borgognoni as Architect of Record failed (6-5)
• Motion to appoint HOK as Architect of Record failed (5-6)
• Motion to appoint Eggemeyer & Associates as Architect of Record failed (6-5)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will discuss open appointments for several local boards and districts. The body is also reviewing ISACo dues, retreat funding, and legal opinions for county contracts.

• Open appointments for 708 Mental Health Board, Blairsville Water District, Buncombe Water District, ETSB 911, Natural Resources Economic Development Board, and Southern Most Illinois Tourism Bureau
• Broadband update
• ISACo Dues
• Retreat Funding
• Legal Opinions for County Contracts/Agreements

The committee approved the appointment of Kie Layne to the Natural Resources Economic Development Board and authorized $1,500 for future board retreat funding. Members also agreed to maintain the current process for obtaining legal opinions on county contracts using a new request form.

• Approved January 5, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized Brian Chapman to explore reserving a fiber strand for county government use
• Approved recommendation to the full Board to appoint Kie Layne to the Natural Resources Economic Development Board (unanimous)
• Approved payment of ISACo dues (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 for future Board retreat funding (unanimous)
• Decided to keep the current process for State's Attorney Office legal opinions on contracts and utilize a new request form

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board is meeting to review a recreation survey and discuss the 2023 Balancing Nature and Commerce Course. The board will also receive reports on GIS and the City of Carbondale Cedar Lake Recreation Plan.

• Jackson County/University of Illinois Outdoor Recreation Survey
• 2023 Balancing Nature and Commerce Course - The Conservation Fund
• City of Carbondale Cedar Lake Recreation Plan Report-Back
• National Bike Route
• NRED By-Laws

The meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not reached. No substantive decisions were made.

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to conduct hearings on specific property tax appeals. The body will also discuss cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Hearing for 597 Dove Lane (Parcel 04-13-00-016)
• Hearing for 5280 Highway 149 (Parcel 102-03-00-001)
• Hearing for 100 Hartline (Parcel 192-92-76-005)
• Hearing for Hartline Rd (Parcel 192-92-76-006)
• Hearing for Hartline Rd (Parcel 192-92-76-007)

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to hear property tax appeals and discuss cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Hearing for 214 N Ash St (McCarthy)
• Hearing for 3750 Viola Ln (Wright)
• Hearing for 614 Vogel (Morgan)
• Hearing for 17066 N US 51 (Vallino)
• Hearing for 864 Koonce Rd (Smith)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet virtually to conduct hearings on property tax appeals. The body will also discuss cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Hearing for 102 S Camelot (Cochran)
• Hearing for 100 S Camelot (Cochran)
• Hearing for 77 Butterfly Lane (Cochran)
• Hearing for 509 N Lexington (Cochran)
• Hearing for 1010 N Bridge St (Porter)

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to conduct hearings on appeals and certificates of error. The body will also discuss cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Appeals hearings
• Certificates of Error
• Discussion of pending PTAB cases

County Board

The County Board is deciding on several high-value payments, including medical administration claims and general county claims. The body will also consider agreements for public safety software, land acquisition, and a mutual aid system for fire services.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $307,920.00
• Payment of County Claims in the amount of $542,035.75
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims in the amount of $203,383.01
• Approval of Tyler Technologies Enterprise Public Safety Software Agreement
• Ordinance 2023-01 for participation in the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System

The County Board approved a request to seek bids for health insurance and authorized the Municode Codification Agreement. Members also approved various claims, budget adjustments, and a special meeting on March 4 to decide on an Architect of Record.

• Approved request to seek bids for health insurance and create RFP (12-1)
• Approved Municode Codification Agreement (13-0)
• Approved Special Full Board Meeting on March 4, 2023 to decide on Architect of Record (13-0)
• Postponed Tyler Technologies Enterprise Public Safety Software Agreement until next month (8-5)
• Approved $542,035.75 in County Claims (13-0)
• Approved $203,383.01 in Highway Monthly Claims (13-0)
• Approved $307,920.00 for HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim
• Approved polling places (13-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to conduct hearings regarding appeals and certificates of error. The body will also discuss cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Appeals hearings
• Certificate of Error reviews
• Discussion of pending PTAB cases

IT Subcommittee

The Health Insurance Taskforce is meeting to review and discuss health insurance for fiscal year 2024. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• FY24 Health Insurance (Item 23-7883)
• Approval of January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (Item 23-7882)

The Health Insurance Taskforce unanimously recommended that the full Board go out for bid for 2024 health insurance. The group further recommended that Board staff, rather than the USI consulting firm, create the Request for Proposals (RFP).

• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to full Board to go out for bid for 2024 health insurance (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for Board staff to create the RFP (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct hearings. The primary focus of the session is the GTEC 2022 assessment appeal and a discussion of cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• GTEC 2022 assessment appeal hearing
• Discussion of pending PTAB cases
• Review of Certificates of Error

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will review updates on animal control, the health department, and solid waste. The body is considering Ordinance 2023-01 to authorize participation in the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS).

• Ordinance 2023-01: Intergovernmental Agreement for Mutual Aid Box Alarm System
• Payment of ambulance monthly claims
• Solid Waste Fund update
• Opioid Settlement update
• Recycling Program discussion

The committee approved an intergovernmental agreement for the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) and authorized payment for ambulance claims. They also approved small incentives for a rabies tag design contest. Discussions were held regarding the use of opioid settlement funds, which will be addressed in future meetings.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-01 for MABAS Intergovernmental Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to full Board for MABAS Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved $47,638.43 for Ambulance Monthly Claims (7-0)
• Approved $150 in gift card incentives for rabies tag design contest (Unanimous)
• Approved January 10, 2023 minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to conduct hearings on appeals and certificates of error. The body will also discuss cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Hearings for appeals
• Review of Certificates of Error
• Discussion of pending PTAB cases

Real Property Committee

The committee will review updates on land use, economic development, and highway department operations. Members will consider a professional services agreement for land acquisition and a potential property purchase.

• Resolution to approve 2023 MFT Material Bid Award
• Professional Services Agreement-Land Acquisition
• Potential Property Purchase
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
• Jackson County Bike Routes

The Real Property Committee approved a material bid award and recommended two agreements to the full Board. The committee also voted to negotiate the cost of a property discussed in executive session.

• Approved 2023 MFT Material Bid Award (unanimous)
• Recommended Professional Services Agreement-Land Acquisition to full Board subject to clause update (unanimous)
• Recommended engaging HOK as new Architect of Record to full Board (5-1)
• Approved negotiating the cost of property discussed in executive session (unanimous)
• Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Liquor Advisory Board

The Liquor Advisory Board is meeting to review updates to the liquor ordinance regarding camera requirements. The board will also discuss the Jackson County Liquor Truck License.

• Camera requirements and liquor ordinance update
• Jackson County Liquor Truck License

The board approved the minutes from November 9, 2022. Members discussed the possibility of allowing liquor and food trucks in unincorporated areas and requested draft language to update the liquor ordinance for review at the next meeting.

• Approved November 9, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Requested draft verbiage for mobile liquor truck licenses to be presented at the next meeting

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to process property tax appeals and review dockets 271-288. The board will also address a certificate of error and discuss cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Review of appeal dockets 271-288
• Issuance of Certificate of Error Coe 2021-416 due to administrative error
• Discussion of pending PTAB cases

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance Administration Committee is meeting to review various insurance claims, travel expenses, and tax resolutions. The body will also discuss software, funding for the SW Connector, and ARPA fund allocations.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim: $307,920.00
• Approval of On Demand Claims: $85,901.00
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims: $5,556.72
• Payment of Board Member Travel Expenses: $4,964.86
• Delinquent Tax Resolutions for Parcels #14-04-378-003, #09-33-402-010, and #06-21-103-009

The committee approved several insurance and medical payments, including a $307,920 medical administration claim. Members also recommended the purchase of Tyler Technologies public safety software and approved the Municode Codification program.

• Approved HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim of $307,920.00 (5-0-2)
• Approved HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims of $5,556.72 (unanimous)
• Approved On Demand Claims of $85,901.00 (6-0-1)
• Recommended Tyler Technologies Enterprise Public Safety Software to full Board (6-0-1)
• Approved Municode Codification subject to State's Attorney contract review (unanimous)
• Approved $500 for Southwest Connector funding (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 IT Budget Adjustment for Assessments (unanimous)
• Approved paying Assessment Lease and Utilities from Contingency for remainder of 2023 (6-0-1)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to conduct hearings and sign final decisions regarding property tax appeals. The body will also discuss cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Property tax appeal hearings
• Signing of final appeal decisions
• Review of Certificates of Error
• Discussion of pending PTAB cases

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board is meeting to review reports on GIS and board by-laws. The session includes discussions on a joint outdoor recreation survey with the University of Illinois and stakeholder feedback.

• Jackson County/U of I Outdoor Recreation Survey
• Recreation Survey Stakeholder Discussion
• GIS report
• NRED By-laws report
• SI Now

The board approved the minutes from the January 5, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on a new GIS system and a postponed outdoor recreation survey. The board also held a discussion with SI Now regarding economic development and eco-tourism.

• Approved January 5, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to conduct a final hearing schedule for January 25, 2023. The body will address appeals, certificates of error, and cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Final hearing schedule for 1.25.23
• Review of appeals and certificates of error
• Discussion of pending PTAB cases

IT Subcommittee

The Health Insurance Taskforce is meeting to discuss the HOPE Trust and USI. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from March 31, 2022.

• Approval of March 31, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion of HOPE Trust
• Discussion of USI
• Scheduling of future meetings

The taskforce approved the March 31, 2022, meeting minutes. Members heard presentations from HOPE Trust and USI regarding insurance options and consulting services. The group decided to meet again on February 22, 2023, to further discuss whether to bid for a new insurance company.

• Approved March 31, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for February 22, 2023

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct hearings on appeals and certificates of error. The meeting includes a discussion of cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Appeals hearings
• Certificate of Error reviews
• Discussion of pending PTAB cases

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to approve a FY23 staffing invoice and review draft materials for a mini-grant program. The agenda also includes a guest speaker from the CBI-SP VA Program.

• Approval of FY23 Staffing Invoice
• Review of Draft Mini-Grant Application
• Review of Draft Mini-Grant Newspaper Advertisement
• CBI-SP VA Program Guest Speaker

The 708 Mental Health Board approved the FY23 staffing invoice and a mini-grant application including a target populations question. The board also approved a newspaper advertisement for the mini-grant to be posted in February.

• Approved December 22, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY23 Staffing Invoice (unanimous)
• Approved Mini-Grant application with addition of target population question (unanimous)
• Approved Mini-Grant Newspaper Advertisement for February posting (unanimous)
• Snyder adopted the Survivor Empowerment Center

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve minutes and conduct hearings regarding appeals and certificates of error. The board will also discuss cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Appeals hearings
• Certificate of Error review
• Discussion of pending PTAB cases

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to conduct hearings on property tax appeals. The session includes the approval of previous minutes and a discussion of cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Property tax appeal hearings
• Discussion of pending PTAB cases

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to conduct hearings on property appeals and certificates of error. The body will also discuss cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Property assessment appeals
• Certificates of Error
• PTAB case discussions

County Board

The County Board is meeting to approve various medical, highway, and monthly claims, as well as a $250,000 budget amendment for the Treasurer's Office. The board will also consider 53 delinquent tax resolutions and several board appointments.

• HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim of $637,874.00
• County Monthly Claims totaling $1,106,558.85
• Treasurer's Office Budget Amendment of $250,000.00
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims of $88,664.70
• Approval to join the Local Energy Action Program (LEAP)

The County Board approved a consent agenda including numerous delinquent tax resolutions and medical claims. The board also voted to join the Local Energy Action Program and approved several board appointments.

• Approved County Monthly Claims of $1,106,558.85 (13-0)
• Approved joining the Local Energy Action Program (LEAP) (13-0)
• Approved HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim of $637,874.00
• Approved Treasurer's Office Budget Amendment of $250,000.00
• Appointed Erbes, Comparato, and Battrell to the Health Insurance Taskforce
• Appointed Van K Ikner, Greg Legan, and Jan Phillips to various boards (13-0)
• Approved Board Member Travel Expenses of $4,609.71 (13-0)
• Tabled Delinquent Tax Resolution 2023-16 Parcel #05-25-100-009 to next month

County Board

The meeting consists of procedural training and orientation for newly elected board members. The agenda focuses on government basics, ethics, and legal procedures.

• County Government 101 training
• OMA, FOIA, and Parliamentary Procedure review
• Code of Ethics discussion
• Review of County Board accomplishments

The Board conducted an orientation for new members covering county government, budget, and legal procedures. Members reached a consensus to find a new temporary space for the Public Defender by March 1st. The Board scheduled a follow-up meeting for March 4th to review progress and develop a master plan for space needs.

• Consensus reached to find temporary space for Public Defender by March 1st
• Scheduled follow-up meeting for March 4th

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve minutes and conduct hearings. The body will sign 2021 final certificates of error for specific cases and discuss pending cases at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Signing of 2021 final certificates of error for BOOTH (2021.000411) and Miller (2021.000412)
• Scheduled hearings for January 12
• Discussion of cases currently at the PTAB level

Real Property Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss land use, economic development, and highway department updates. Key items include a specific land split and an intergovernmental agreement for mass appraisal.

• Followell to Robertson Land Split Parcel #09-34-176-013
• Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) Intergovernmental Agreement
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
• Jackson County Bike Routes
• Architect of Record

The Real Property Committee approved a land split for Parcel #09-34-176-013 and an intergovernmental agreement for mass appraisal software. The committee also authorized payment for monthly highway claims. An item regarding the Architect of Record was moved to the February agenda.

• Approved December 12, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Followell to Robertson Land Split Parcel #09-34-176-013 (unanimous)
• Approved Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) Intergovernmental Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Highway Monthly claims in the amount of $88,664.70 (unanimous)
• Moved Architect of Record item to February meeting agenda

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to address property tax appeals and certificates of error. The meeting includes a discussion of cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Appeals hearings
• Certificate of Error review
• Discussion of pending PTAB cases

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to conduct hearings on appeals and certificates of error. The session includes discussions on cases currently at the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) level.

• Hearings on appeals
• Certificate of Error reviews
• Discussion of pending PTAB cases

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review several large insurance and medical claims payments. The body will also consider a budget amendment for the Treasurer's Office and a series of 53 delinquent tax resolutions for various parcels.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim: $637,874.00
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims: $9,782.61
• Approval of On-Demand Claims: $46,068.59
• Payment of Board Member Travel Expenses: $4,013.15
• Delinquent Tax Resolutions 2023-01 through 2023-53

The committee approved several insurance and claim payments, including medical and dental costs. Members also approved a series of delinquent tax resolutions and a budget amendment for the Treasurer's Office.

• Approved HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim of $637,874.00 (6-0)
• Approved HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims of $9,782.61 (unanimous)
• Approved On-Demand claims of $46,068.59 (unanimous)
• Approved Delinquent Tax Resolutions 2023-01 through 2023-53 (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer's Office Budget Amendment to allocate interest funds to County Board budget Contingency (unanimous)
• Passed Board Member Travel Expenses of $4,013.15 to full Board for approval
• Approved December 14, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to conduct hearings and review property tax appeals. The body will consider certificates of error and decisions from the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB).

• Review of appeals for parcels including 10.17.100.013 (Van Awken), 18.14.200.001 (Johnson), and 19.08.178.009 (Hertter)
• Review of appeals for parcels including 19.02.200.006 (Humphrey), 14.04.337.013 (Stewart), and 15.20.181.011 (Dorsey)
• Review of appeals for parcels including 09.28.376.018 (Hampton), 14.04.431.004 (Glasser), 02.25.408.010 (Stout), and 15.16.154.021 (Donoghue)
• Signing of Certificates of Error for cases decided by the PTAB

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board is meeting to review reports on GIS and board by-laws. The body will discuss an outdoor recreation survey and activities for economic development attraction.

• Jackson County/University of Illinois Outdoor Recreation Survey
• Shawnee Resource Conservation & Development Area
• Economic Development Attraction Activities
• January Quarterly Report to Real Property Committee
• City of Carbondale Cedar Lake Recreation Plan

The board approved the minutes from the December 8, 2022 meeting. Members discussed a potential indoor climbing gym and the status of an outdoor recreation survey, but no other formal actions were taken.

• Approved December 8, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to discuss open appointments for several regional boards and commissions. The body will also address the United Counties Council of Illinois (UCCI) annual membership dues.

• Open appointments for 708 Mental Health Board, Blairsville Water District, and ETSB 911
• Open appointments for Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission and Jackson/Union Regional Port District
• Open appointments for Natural Resources Economic Development Board, Shawnee Resource Conservation & Development Area, and Southern Most Illinois Tourism Bureau
• United Counties Council of Illinois (UCCI) annual membership dues
• Local Energy Action Program (LEAP)