Jackson County public meetings in 2024

County Board

The County Board will vote on several high-value payments, including a matching grant and monthly claims. The board is also considering an amendment to the animal control fee ordinance and filling several open appointments.

• WK&T Matching Grant Payment of $2,584,000.00
• County Monthly Claims in the amount of $2,000,881.86
• Ordinance 2024-05 amending the Animal Control Fee Ordinance
• On-Demand Claims of $146,717.71 and Highway Monthly Claims of $86,053.31
• Reallocation of remaining ARPA Med/Seg Construction Funds and interest to salaries and wages

The Jackson County Board approved a $2,584,000 matching grant payment for WK&T, reallocated remaining ARPA construction funds and interest to salaries and wages, and approved the FY23 county audit. Several resolutions of appreciation and appointments were also passed, including Tammy Ehlers as Supervisor of Assessments. Committee assignments were approved with a roll call vote of 8-5-1.

• Approved WK&T Matching Grant Payment of $2,584,000 (unanimous)
• Approved reallocating ARPA Med/Seg construction funds to salaries/wages (unanimous)
• Approved obligating ARPA interest money to salaries/wages (unanimous)
• Approved FY23 County Audit (unanimous)
• Approved Committee Assignments (8-5-1)
• Approved appointment of Tammy Ehlers as Supervisor of Assessments (unanimous)
• Approved County Monthly Claims of $2,000,881.86 (unanimous)
• Approved Board Member Travel Expenses of $4,957.36 (11-3)

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board will approve its FY25 meeting schedule, funding appropriations, and contracts. The board will also discuss the reallocation of funds for the Survivor Empowerment Center.

• Approval of FY25 Meeting Schedule
• Approval of FY25 Funding Appropriations
• Approval of FY25 Contracts
• Reallocation of Survivor Empowerment Center Funding
• Communication: Addiction Treatment Resource

The Jackson County 708 Mental Health Board approved FY25 funding appropriations for 12 agencies, totaling $621,000, and approved FY25 contracts. The board also approved the Q4 expense/status reports (3-1), reallocated Survivor Empowerment Center funding, and approved the FY25 meeting schedule. Several items were deferred to the February meeting, including addiction treatment resources and 1- and 3-year goals.

• Approved FY25 funding appropriations totaling $621,000 (unanimous)
• Approved FY25 contracts (unanimous)
• Approved Q4 expense/status reports (3-1)
• Approved reallocation of Survivor Empowerment Center funding (unanimous)
• Approved FY25 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved June 17, 2024 public hearing minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 17, 2024 board meeting minutes (unanimous)

Real Property Committee

The Jackson County Real Property Committee will approve the minutes from the November 13, 2024 meeting and review an SIU economic impact report. It will hear a presentation on the Murphysboro Solar Farm and discuss regional planning, reserve funds, assessments, growth alliance, and highway projects. The committee will also consider three resolutions: motor fuel tax maintenance, a county engineer salary reimbursement program, and a Vision Zero Action Plan.

• 2024-1053 Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• 2024-1054 SIU Economic Impact Report
• 2024-1073 Murphysboro Solar Farm Presentation
• 2024-1067 Resolution 2024-96 Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance
• 2024-1069 Resolution 2024-98 Vision Zero Action Plan

The Jackson County Real Property Committee approved payment of highway monthly claims totaling $86,053.31 and passed resolutions for motor fuel tax maintenance, county engineer salary reimbursement, and a Vision Zero Action Plan. They also approved a draft RFQ for a project manager, authorized drafting an RFP for solar proposals, and agreed to leave $2,295.96 in SIMPO reserve funds with Greater Egypt. No substantive decisions were made on other agenda items.

• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved leaving $2,295.96 SIMPO reserve funds with Greater Egypt (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Highway Monthly Claims of $86,053.31 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-96 Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-97 County Engineer Salary Reimbursement Program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-98 Vision Zero Action Plan (unanimous)
• Approved draft Project Manager RFQ (unanimous)
• Authorized drafting RFP for Illinois Solar for All (unanimous)

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will review draft animal control fees and an amendment to Ordinance 2024-03 regarding rabies tag fees. The body will also receive updates on the animal control facility, solid waste enforcement, and the recycling program.

• Review of DRAFT Animal Control Fees (2024-1070)
• Amendment to Ordinance 2024-03 to adjust rabies tag fees (2024-1044)
• Payment of ambulance monthly claims (2024-1049)
• Solid Waste Fund Update (2024-1047)
• Executive session to discuss real property (2024-1052)

The committee unanimously recommended amending Ordinance 2024-03 to double rabies tag fees for intact animals while keeping fees for spayed/neutered animals unchanged. They also reviewed a draft animal control fee schedule and requested changes, with a revised version to be brought back in January. The ambulance claims payment item was moved to the full Board agenda due to late additions.

• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended amendment to Ordinance 2024-03: rabies tag fees $7 (1-year) and $18 (3-year) for spayed/neutered; $14 (1-year) and $36 (3-year) for intact (unanimous)
• Moved ambulance monthly claims payment to full Board agenda
• Entered executive session to discuss real property (6-0)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will approve the November 14 meeting minutes and discuss insurance work‑comp updates. It will vote on several payments, including $11,256.73 for HOPE Trust dental and vision claims and $146,717.71 for on‑demand claims, as well as approve delinquent tax resolutions for multiple parcels. The committee will also authorize the creation of an Animal Control Fund and an Animal Population Control Fund, and address ARPA fund reclassification and appropriation.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims – $11,256.73
• Approval of On‑Demand Claims – $146,717.71
• Authorization to Create an Animal Control Fund
• Authorization to Create an Animal Population Control Fund
• WK&T Matching Grant Payments

The Finance and Administration Committee approved reallocating obligated Med/Seg ARPA funds to lost salaries and wages in County General revenue, and also approved obligating ARPA interest money to the same purpose. Both motions passed unanimously by roll call vote. The committee also approved payments for HOPE Trust dental/vision claims, on-demand claims, and delinquent tax resolutions, but tabled a decision on board member travel expenses pending further discussion.

• Approved reallocation of obligated Med/Seg ARPA funds to lost salaries and wages (7-0)
• Approved appropriation of ARPA interest money to lost salaries and wages (7-0)
• Approved payment of HOPE Trust dental/vision claims of $11,256.73 (unanimous)
• Approved on-demand claims of $146,717.71 (unanimous)
• Approved delinquent tax resolutions 2024-82 through 2024-95 (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on board member travel expenses of $4,590.51; moved to full Board agenda
• Deferred discussion on creating animal control and animal population control funds to January

Executive Committee

The Jackson County Executive Committee will approve the minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting, receive an update on the Rules of Engagement, consider open appointments to several local boards, and discuss the appointment of a new Supervisor of Assessments. The meeting will close with an executive session.

• Approval of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (Agenda item 2024-1026)
• Rules of Engagement (ROE) update (Agenda item 2024-1027)
• Open appointments for December 2024: Mental Health Board, Blairsville Water District, Greater Egypt, Oraville Water District (Agenda item 2024-1028)
• Discussion of Supervisor of Assessments appointment (Agenda item 2024-1029)
• Executive session (closed portion of the meeting)

The Jackson County Executive Committee recommended Tammy Ehlers for appointment as Supervisor of Assessments, and recommended re-appointments of Christine Snyder to the 708 Mental Health Board and Julie Peterson to Greater Egypt. All recommendations passed 4-0 with three members absent. The committee also discussed creating a policy to track employee raises and noted the 2023 County Audit is complete and will be presented at the December Full Board meeting.

• Recommended Tammy Ehlers for Supervisor of Assessments (4-0, 3 absent)
• Recommended Christine Snyder re-appointment to 708 Mental Health Board (4-0, 3 absent)
• Recommended Julie Peterson re-appointment to Greater Egypt (4-0, 3 absent)
• Approved November 7, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Jackson County Board of Review met and signed final certificates of error ahead of the unpaid tax judgment day. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and then recessed.

• Signed final certificates of error before unpaid tax judgment day

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Human Resources Subcommittee will meet to review the minutes from November 6, 2024. The body is scheduled to discuss an update to the Affirmative Action Plan and determine the January meeting date.

• Affirmative Action Plan Update (Item 2024-1022)
• Approval of November 6, 2024, meeting minutes (Item 2024-1021)

The Jackson County HR Subcommittee approved the November 6, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. They discussed the Affirmative Action Plan update, reviewing checklist items on non-discriminatory language and EEO data, and agreed to review items #1, #2, #5, and #8 at the January meeting. They tentatively scheduled the January meeting for January 8th and decided Erbes would give an update at the full December Board Meeting.

• Approved November 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to review Affirmative Action Plan checklist items #1, #2, #5, #8 at January meeting
• Tentatively scheduled January meeting for January 8th
• Decided Erbes to give subcommittee update at full December Board Meeting

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board will approve the September 23, 2024 meeting minutes. It will discuss the IDNR/NRED Memorandum of Agreement, the proposed Boat Ramp and Park at Turkey Bayou, and the SI Regional Bike Trails project. Additional items include a recreational bus route, an outdoor weekend event, and approval of miscellaneous expenses.

• 2024-1017 – Review IDNR/NRED Memorandum of Agreement
• 2024-1018 – Boat Ramp and Park at Turkey Bayou
• 2024-1025 – SI Regional Bike Trails proposal
• 2024-1024 – Recreational Bus Route
• 2024-1020 – Approval of Miscellaneous Expenses

County Board

The County Board will meet to swear in new members and conduct elections for the positions of Chairman and Vice-Chairman. The agenda consists of procedural organizational items.

• Swearing in of new members
• Election of Chairman
• Election of Vice-Chairman

Board of Review

The Jackson County Board of Review will review two appeal cases: a Certificate of Error (case 2024-1011) and COES hearings (case 2024-1012). The meeting also includes approval of minutes, a public comment period, and a recess.

• Appeal – Certificate of Error (case 2024-1011)
• Appeal – COES hearings (case 2024-1012)
• Approval of minutes
• Public comment
• Recess

County Board

The Jackson County Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes contract extensions, multiple financial payments, budget adjustments, and several delinquent tax resolutions. Major items include a $822,121.80 payment for highway monthly claims and a $3,522,698.64 adjustment to the County Board budget. The board will also adopt resolutions related to emergency management mutual aid and settle a tax appeal with Grand Tower Energy Corporation.

• Approval of Payment of Highway Monthly Claims – $822,121.80
• Approval of County Board Budget Adjustment – $3,522,698.64
• Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim – $280,316.00
• Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2024-68 for Permanent Parcel #14-04-333-001
• Approval of Resolution authorizing participation in the Illinois Emergency Management Mutual Aid System

County Board

The Jackson County Board will consider adopting or amending the Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 budget. The board will also consider Ordinance 2024‑04, which provides for the annual tax levy for the period December 1 2024 through November 30 2025. An executive session will follow the public agenda items.

• Adoption or amendment of the Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 budget (Agenda Item 2024‑968)
• Ordinance 2024‑04 establishing the annual tax levy for Dec 1 2024‑Nov 30 2025 (Agenda Item 2024‑969)
• Executive session (closed) after public agenda items

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review various payments, budget adjustments, and tax resolutions. The agenda includes several high-dollar claims and a significant budget amendment for the County Board.

• County Board Budget Amendment in the amount of $3,522,698.64
• On-Demand Claims payment of $469,824.63
• HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim payment of $280,316.00
• HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims payment of $12,293.84
• Delinquent Tax Resolutions for 14 permanent parcels

Real Property Committee

The Real Property Committee will consider several land‑use and infrastructure items, including a parcel split between Morrison and Popejoy. The meeting also includes updates on highway claims, bike routes, and a solar program. Minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting will be approved.

• 2024‑939 – Approval of October 16, 2024, minutes
• 2024‑961 – Morrison to Popejoy Land Split Parcel #14-30-100-030
• 2024‑945 – Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
• 2024‑944 – Jackson County Bike Routes
• 2024‑948 – Illinois Solar for All

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and review property tax appeals. The agenda includes a proposed decision for appeal 2024-964 and a certificate of error.

• Proposed decision for appeal 2024-964
• Certificate of Error
• Public hearings

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will approve the October 15, 2024 meeting minutes. It will receive communications and monthly updates from the Sheriff's Office, Animal Control, Health Department, Solid Waste, Emergency Management, Ambulance Service, and the State's Attorney. The meeting also includes a period for citizen comments before adjourning.

• 2024-929 Approval of October 15, 2024 minutes
• 2024-930 Zito Communication
• 2024-931 Animal Control Officer Monthly Update
• 2024-936 Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims
• 2024-938 State's Attorney Monthly Update

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Board of Review will meet on November 7, 2024 at 900 Walnut St. The meeting will approve the previous minutes and consider two appeals, identified as 2024‑924 and 2024‑925, which involve tentative decisions and certificates of error. The agenda also includes a hearing period, public comment, and a recess.

• Approval of minutes
• Appeal 2024‑924 – tentative decisions
• Appeal 2024‑925 – certificates of error
• Hearings
• Public comment

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider a contract extension for the County Administrator and a tax appeal settlement with Grand Tower Energy Corporation. The body will also address open appointments for several local districts and bureaus.

• Resolution 2024-xx regarding County Administrator contract extension
• Settlement of Grand Tower Energy Corporation Tax Appeals
• Coroner's vehicle repairs
• Open appointments for Blairsville Water District, Greater Egypt, Oraville Water District, and Southern Most Illinois Tourism Bureau
• Supervisor of Assessments retirement letter

Liquor Advisory Committee

The Jackson County Liquor Advisory Committee will approve the July 23, 2024 minutes, consider a proposed gaming fee increase for fiscal year 2026, review a one‑time event application from Bottom's Up, and discuss 2025 liquor license applications for dozens of establishments. The meeting is scheduled for 4:00 PM on November 6, 2024 at the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Conference Room.

• 2024-915 Gaming Fee Increase for FY26
• 2024-916 Bottom's Up One Time Event Application
• 2024-917 2025 License Applications – Backwoods Gaming
• 2024-917 2025 License Applications – Bottoms Up Bar & Grill
• 2024-917 2025 License Applications – multiple wineries and breweries

Human Resources Subcommittee

The subcommittee will consider approving the September 16, 2024 meeting minutes. It will discuss an update to the county’s affirmative action plan. After new business, the meeting will move to an executive session before adjourning.

• Approval of September 16, 2024 meeting minutes (Item 2024-905)
• Affirmative Action Plan update discussion (Item 2024-906)
• Executive session (no agenda details provided)

The Jackson County HR Subcommittee approved the September 16, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. The County Administrator recommended reviewing the Affirmative Action Plan one or two items per meeting, and the committee agreed to discuss questions 4, 5, and 8 at the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to review Affirmative Action Plan items one or two per meeting
• Scheduled discussion of questions 4, 5, 8 on affirmative action handout for next meeting

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The board will review updates regarding the SI Airport expansion and a presentation on the industrial park. Other agenda items include discussions on insurance, attorney services, and by-laws.

• SI Airport Expansion Update
• Industrial Park Presentation
• Board Re-appointments
• Insurance and Attorney discussions
• By-Laws review

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The board is meeting to review a memorandum of agreement with the IDNR/NRED and discuss the Turkey Bayou boat ramp and park. Members will also consider the approval of miscellaneous expenses.

• IDNR/NRED Memorandum of Agreement (Item 2024-895)
• Boat Ramp and Park-Turkey Bayou (Item 2024-896)
• Approval of miscellaneous expenses (Item 2024-898)

County Board

The Jackson County Board will meet to approve a draft ordinance for the 2025 tax levy and a draft fiscal year 2025 budget. The agenda includes approval of over $1.6 million in claims for medical, ambulance, and highway expenses, as well as the renewal of insurance and work comp policies.

• Approval of 2025 tax levy ordinance (draft)
• Approval of FY25 budget (draft)
• Approval of HOPE Trust medical claims ($315,385.00)
• Approval of highway monthly claims ($489,272.59)
• Approval of County monthly claims ($662,700.34)

Real Property Committee

The Real Property Committee will review minutes from September, discuss the Jackson County Mass Transit Article, and consider resolutions for township road aid and traffic signal maintenance with the City of Carbondale. The meeting also includes a solar ordinance, an electric contract, and a presentation by Bruce Wallace.

• Review of Jackson County Mass Transit Article
• Resolution 2024-62 for Township Road District Aid
• Resolution 2024-63 for Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Carbondale
• Solar Ordinance and Electric Contract
• Bruce Wallace Solar Presentation

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Jackson County Legislative and Public Safety Committee will approve the September 10, 2024 minutes and receive updates from Animal Control, the Health Department, Solid Waste, Emergency Management, Ambulance Service, and the State's Attorney. It will also consider the Animal Control Facility lease and payment of ambulance monthly claims. The meeting concludes with an executive session under the Illinois Open Meetings Act to discuss real property.

• 2024-835 Approval of September 10, 2024 minutes
• 2024-837 Animal Control Facility lease
• 2024-842 Payment of ambulance monthly claims
• 2024-844 State's Attorney monthly update
• 2024-845 Executive session to discuss real property

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will approve the September 5, 2024 meeting minutes and receive a broadband update. It will consider open appointments for several local agencies and discuss a right of first refusal for the Murphysboro City Administration Building. A proclamation for Workforce Development Month will be adopted, and the board will authorize the chair to negotiate a settlement of Grand Tower Energy Corporation tax appeals. An executive session is scheduled to discuss litigation.

• Approval of September 5, 2024 minutes (Item 2024-812)
• Broadband update (Item 2024-813)
• Right of First Refusal for Murphysboro City Administration Building (Item 2024-815)
• Proclamation for Workforce Development Month (Item 2024-816)
• Authorization for chair to negotiate Grand Tower Energy tax settlement (Item 2024-834)

Finance Administration Committee

The committee is meeting to hold a FY25 budget hearing. Members will discuss and vote on the draft budget and draft levy for fiscal year 2025.

• Discussion of 2024-809 FY25 Budget & Levy
• Approval of 2024-810 FY25 DRAFT Levy
• Approval of 2024-811 FY25 DRAFT Budget

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will approve the September 9, 2024 meeting minutes and consider several insurance renewals. It will authorize payments for HOPE Trust dental and vision claims ($10,025.08) and a larger medical administration claim ($315,385.00), as well as on‑demand claims totaling $132,671.06. Additional items include ARPA interest allocation, delinquent tax resolutions for specific parcels, and a salary adjustment for the County Coroner.

• Approval of September 9, 2024 minutes (2024-820)
• Work Comp Insurance Renewal (2024-817)
• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim – $315,385.00 (2024-823)
• Approval of On‑Demand Claims – $132,671.06 (2024-819)
• Delinquent Tax Resolution for Permanent Parcel #13-30-153-015 (2024-825)

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The Jackson/Union Regional Port District will approve the August 5, 2024 meeting minutes and set the date for its October meeting. It will hold a discussion on the IDOT and MARAD Port Grant Workshop. Additional items include reviews of insurance, legal counsel, by‑laws, and airport follow‑up before entering an executive session.

• 2024-799 Approval of August 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• 2024-800 IDOT & MARAD Port Grant Workshop
• 2024-801 October Port District meeting date
• 2024-802 Review of insurance
• 2024-803 Review of attorney services

Board of Review

The Jackson County Board of Review approved certificates of error as listed, except for one (2023.00024) where the exemption can only be applied to homestead properties. The board also scheduled its next meeting for October 21, 2024.

• Approved certificates of error as listed, except 2023.00024 (motion by Steve Schauwecker, second by Jessica Doerr Berger)
• Noted exemption for 2023.00024 can only apply to homestead properties

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The board will approve the August 26, 2024 meeting minutes and consider several old‑business items, including the Turkey Bayou boat ramp and park project, a memorandum of agreement with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and a recreational bus route. In new business, the board will discuss next steps for its initiatives and approve miscellaneous expense reimbursements.

• Approval of August 26, 2024 minutes (Item 2024‑793)
• Discussion of Turkey Bayou boat ramp and park project (Item 2024‑794)
• Review of IDNR/NRED Memorandum of Agreement (Item 2024‑795)
• Consideration of recreational bus route proposal (Item 2024‑796)
• Approval of miscellaneous expense reimbursements (Item 2024‑798)

County Board

The Jackson County Board will consider approving payments for HOPE Trust claims, ambulance services, and road resurfacing projects, as well as grant-funded courthouse repairs and a new master architect contract. The meeting also includes approvals for monthly claims and the authorization of open appointments.

• Approval of HOPE Trust medical claims totaling $325,027.06
• Approval of $1.2 million in highway monthly claims
• Approval of $30,000 for Household Hazardous Waste collection event
• Approval of $86,503.02 for Courthouse Door Replacements
• Approval of $16,912.55 for Courthouse Skylight Glass Replacement

The Jackson County Board approved the consent agenda (minus item 2024-770) and separately approved the 708 Mental Health Board budget adjustment of $595,000. They also approved various appointments, claims, settlements, and a lease negotiation with the Humane Society. No other substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved consent agenda with removal of 2024-770 (roll call vote)
• Approved 708 Mental Health Board budget adjustment of $595,000 (roll call vote)
• Approved appointments: Brandy E Doggett as Animal Control Administrator, Dennis R Poshard to Mass Transit District, Jan Phillips to Shawnee RC&D, D. Bost to UI Extension Board (roll call vote)
• Approved monthly claims of $492,491.69 (roll call vote, Rendleman abstained)
• Approved work comp settlement of $85,225.25 (roll call vote)
• Approved work comp settlement of $53,062.50 (roll call vote)
• Approved highway monthly claims of $1,210,298.98 (roll call vote)
• Authorized negotiation of 1-year lease with Humane Society (roll call vote)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Jackson County Human Resources Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from August 15, 2024, and discuss an update to the Affirmative Action Plan. The agenda includes setting the date for the next meeting and identifying future discussion topics.

• Approval of August 15, 2024, meeting minutes
• Affirmative Action Plan update
• October meeting date set
• Future discussion items identified
• Executive session scheduled

Real Property Committee

The Jackson County Real Property Committee will approve the July 17, 2024 minutes and discuss communications, land use, and highway department updates. It will consider resolutions to provide MFT matching funds for resurfacing Royalton Road, reconstructing the Giant City Road/Pleasant Hill Road intersection, and reconstructing North Marion Street. The committee will also review courthouse skylight glass replacement, courthouse door replacements, and a master architect contract.

• Resolution to provide MFT matching funds for Royalton Road resurfacing (20-00183-00-RS)
• Resolution to provide MFT matching funds for Giant City Rd/Pleasant Hill Rd intersection reconstruction (19-00181-00-SP)
• Resolution to provide MFT matching funds for North Marion St road reconstruction (21-00186-00-RS)
• Courthouse skylight glass replacement
• Courthouse door replacements

The Jackson County Real Property Committee approved three resolutions providing MFT matching funds for road projects, plus courthouse skylight and door replacements paid with grant funds. They also approved the Master Architect Contract and discussed future ordinances for solar and large-scale projects. The Supervisor of Assessments announced her retirement and requested her deputy be appointed to the position.

• Approved MFT matching funds for Royalton Road resurfacing (unanimous)
• Approved MFT matching funds for Giant City Rd/Pleasant Hill Rd intersection reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved MFT matching funds for North Marion Street road reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved Courthouse Skylight Glass Replacement with grant funds, $16,912.55 (unanimous)
• Approved Courthouse Door Replacements with grant funds, $86,503.02 (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved Master Architect Contract (5-0, 2 absent)
• Agreed to place solar and large-scale project ordinance discussions on October agenda

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Jackson County Legislative and Public Safety Committee will review monthly updates from the Health Department, Solid Waste, and State's Attorney, and consider amendments to Animal Control ordinances. The meeting also includes a public hearing on Household Hazardous Waste funds and an executive session regarding real property.

• Approval of Household Hazardous Waste Funds for Fall 2024 Collection
• Amendments to Animal Control Ordinances
• Solid Waste Fund Update
• Animal Control Facility Options
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims

The committee approved up to $30,000 for the Fall 2024 Household Hazardous Waste collection event and approved ambulance monthly claims of $337,392.32. They also authorized staff to work on a property lease and continue animal control talks with Carbondale. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were informational updates.

• Approved $30,000 for Fall 2024 Household Hazardous Waste collection (unanimous)
• Approved $337,392.32 ambulance monthly claims (7-0)
• Authorized Chapman to work on property lease consideration and continue animal control talks with Carbondale (unanimous)
• Approved August 13, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Board of Review voted to void assessment case 2023-00415, which was requested on farmland. The motion was made by Allan Karnes and seconded by Steve Schauwecker. The next meeting is scheduled for September 25th at 9am.

• Voided assessment case 2023-00415 on farmland (motion by Karnes, 2nd by Schauwecker)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will meet to approve payments for insurance claims, travel expenses, and on-demand claims, as well as to consider a budget adjustment for the 708 Mental Health Board and resolutions for delinquent taxes.

• Approval of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim ($309,526.00)
• Approval of On-Demand Claims ($181,411.67)
• 708 Mental Health Board Budget Adjustment
• Delinquent Tax Resolution 2024-54 (Parcel # 16-25-265-005)
• Delinquent Tax Resolution 2024-55 (Parcel # 5817)

The Finance and Administration Committee approved payments including a $309,526 HOPE Trust medical administration claim, $15,501.06 in dental and vision claims, $181,411.67 in on-demand claims, and two work comp settlements totaling $138,287.75. They also approved a 708 Mental Health Board budget adjustment, two delinquent tax resolutions, and postponed a draft funding request form for revisions. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved HOPE Trust medical administration claim of $309,526.00 (4-0, 3 absent)
• Approved HOPE Trust dental and vision claims of $15,501.06 (unanimous)
• Approved on-demand claims of $181,411.67 (5-0, 1 abstain, 1 absent)
• Approved 708 Mental Health Board budget adjustment (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved delinquent tax resolution 2024-54 for parcel #16-25-265-005 (unanimous)
• Approved delinquent tax resolution 2024-55 for parcel #5817 (unanimous)
• Approved work comp settlement of $85,225.25 (unanimous)
• Approved work comp settlement of $53,062.50 (unanimous)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will approve the August 8, 2024 meeting minutes and review open appointment nominations for several county boards and districts. The committee will discuss the County Administrator contract and the 2025 First Judicial Circuit holiday schedule. An executive session will be held to address personnel matters under the Illinois Open Meetings Act.

• Approval of August 8, 2024 minutes (Item 2024-715)
• Open appointments for nine positions across water districts, animal control, transit, and other agencies (Item 2024-717)
• Discussion of County Administrator contract (Item 2024-718)
• Consideration of 2025 First Judicial Circuit holidays (Item 2024-719)
• Executive session on personnel matters (Item 2024-720)

The Jackson County Executive Committee approved recommending several appointments to the full Board, including re-appointing Brandy Doggett as Deputy Animal Control Administrator, appointing Dennis Poshard to Jackson County Mass Transit, appointing Jan Phillips to the Shawnee Resource Conservation & Development board, and re-appointing Dan Bost to the University of Illinois Extension Board. The committee also approved the 2025 First Judicial Circuit Holidays. The County Administrator Contract was not discussed as it was not ready. An executive session was held to discuss personnel, and the committee approved what was agreed upon during the session, with one dissenting vote.

• Approved recommending re-appointment of Brandy Doggett as Deputy Animal Control Administrator (6-0, Erbes absent)
• Approved recommending appointment of Dennis Poshard to Jackson County Mass Transit (6-0, Erbes absent)
• Approved recommending appointment of Jan Phillips to Shawnee Resource Conservation & Development board (6-0, Erbes absent)
• Approved recommending re-appointment of Dan Bost to University of Illinois Extension Board (7-0)
• Approved 2025 First Judicial Circuit Holidays (7-0)
• Approved what was agreed on during executive session on personnel (6-1, Mueller opposed)

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board will meet on August 26, 2024 at Carbondale Main Street. The board will approve the July 22, 2024 meeting minutes, consider a Memorandum of Agreement with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, discuss a recreational bus route, address a 'Moving Forward' item, and approve miscellaneous expenses. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of July 22, 2024 minutes (2024-710)
• IDNR/NRED Memorandum of Agreement (2024-711)
• Recreational Bus Route discussion (2024-712)
• "Moving Forward" item (2024-713)
• Approval of miscellaneous expenses (2024-714)

County Board

The Jackson County Board will vote on the County Administrator contract and several large financial claims, including county and highway monthly claims totaling over $1 million. It will also consider budget adjustments for the County Clerk and approve a bridge replacement project on Rubach Road. Additional items include a polling place designation for the November 2024 election and a procurement decision for animal control services.

• Approval of County Administrator Contract (IX)
• Approval of County Monthly Claims – $527,638.96 (XI)
• Approval of Highway Monthly Claims – $515,442.17 (XVIII)
• Approval of Rubach Road Bridge Replacement Project (XX)
• County Clerk Budget Adjustments – $10,000 and $25,000 (XII, XIII)

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss addiction treatment resources for Jackson County. The board is also scheduled to review future updates to its scoring rubric.

• Approval of June 17, 2024, Public Hearing Minutes (2024-681)
• Approval of June 17, 2024, Meeting Minutes (2024-682)
• Discussion of Addiction Treatment Resource for Jackson County, IL (2024-683)
• Review of Scoring Rubric Future Updates (2024-687)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Jackson County Human Resources Subcommittee will vote on the Employee Sick Bank Proposal and review the county's Affirmative Action Plan. The meeting also includes approval of the July 10, 2024, meeting minutes. No other items are scheduled for discussion.

• Approval of July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (Item 2024-636)
• Employee Sick Bank Proposal (Item 2024-637)
• Affirmative Action Plan review (Item 2024-638)

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will approve the July 16, 2024 meeting minutes and receive updates on animal control, health department, solid waste, ambulance services, and the State's Attorney. It will discuss options for an animal control facility and a proposed price increase for liquor board gaming. The meeting will conclude with an executive session to discuss real property matters.

• Approval of July 16, 2024 minutes (Item 2024-639)
• Animal Control Facility Options (Item 2024-642)
• Solid Waste Fund Update (Item 2024-645)
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims (Item 2024-647)
• Liquor Board Gaming Price Increase (Item 2024-650)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee met to approve payments for HOPE Trust claims, on-demand claims, and travel expenses. The agenda also included a draft funding request and a scheduled executive session for litigation discussion.

• Approval of HOPE Trust dental & vision claims ($16,672.40)
• Approval of HOPE Trust medical administration claim ($311,036.00)
• Approval of on-demand claims ($242,039.35)
• Draft funding request form (Old Business)
• Executive session for litigation discussion (New Business)

Executive Committee

The Jackson County Executive Committee will vote on nine open appointments for August and review proposals for the ROE office space and the County Administrator contract. The meeting will conclude with an executive session to discuss personnel.

• Approval of July 11, 2024, minutes
• Open Appointments in August 2024 (9 positions)
• ROE Office Space Proposals
• County Administrator Contract
• Executive Session for Personnel discussion

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The board will meet to approve previous minutes and review reports. The agenda includes discussions on insurance, by-laws, and an airport follow-up.

• Approval of May 6, 2024, meeting minutes
• Insurance discussion
• By-Laws discussion
• Airport follow-up

Liquor Advisory Committee

The Liquor Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the approval of liquor license and gaming applications for fiscal year 2025. The body will also consider application dates and additional classifications.

• Approval of FY25 Liquor License Application (2024-601)
• Approval of FY25 Gaming Application (2024-602)
• Approval of FY25 Application Dates (2024-603)
• Discussion of Additional Classifications (2024-604)

County Board

The County Board is meeting to approve various medical, on-demand, and monthly claims. The body will also consider a $25,000 donation to the Boy's & Girl's Club and a loan from the General Fund to the Ambulance Fund.

• Approval of On-Demand Claims in the amount of $903,848.39
• Approval of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $300,581.00
• Boy's & Girl's Club Donation Request Application for $25,000.00
• Resolution 2024-51 authorizing an Interfund Loan from the General Fund to the Ambulance Fund
• Approval of repair to Courthouse Skylight

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The board will meet to review a memorandum of agreement with the IDNR/NRED and discuss a recreational bus route. The agenda also includes a presentation on Illinois stream access issues and the approval of miscellaneous expenses.

• IDNR/NRED Memorandum of Agreement
• Recreational Bus Route
• Presentation by Drew Kazenski (BHA) on Illinois Stream Access Issues
• Approval of miscellaneous expenses
• Election or appointment of Board Officers

Real Property Committee

The committee will review updates on county buildings, mass transit, and the Highway Department. Members will consider the reappointment of the County Engineer and discuss courthouse window and skylight replacements.

• Resolution 2024-50 to reappoint the County Engineer
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
• Courthouse skylight glass replacement
• Courthouse window replacement
• Jackson County Bike Routes

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The committee will receive monthly updates on animal control, the health department, and the state's attorney. Members will consider the approval of election judges and an animal control proposal. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property.

• Approval of election judges (2024-574)
• Animal Control Proposal (2024-576)
• Payment of ambulance monthly claims (2024-571)
• Solid Waste Fund Update (2024-569)
• Executive session regarding real property (2024-577)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will review several large payments for medical claims and on-demand claims. The body will also discuss a GEMT reimbursement agreement and a donation request for the Boy's & Girl's Club.

• Payment of $903,848.39 for On-Demand Claims
• Payment of $300,581.00 for HOPE Trust Medical & Administration Claim
• Payment of $14,234.05 for HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims
• GEMT Reimbursement Agreement Resolution
• $995 cost for County Administrator's NACO Leading in Analytics program

Executive Committee

The committee will review office space proposals for the ROE and discuss a County Administrator contract. The agenda also includes public comments regarding an Energy Transition Grant and several local appointments.

• County Administrator contract discussion
• ROE Office Space Proposals
• Energy Transition Grant public comments
• Appointments for Blairsville Water District, Oraville Water District, and Jackson County Housing Authority

Human Resources Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review the minutes from the June 5, 2024, meeting. Discussion items include an employee sick bank proposal and an affirmative action plan.

• Approval of June 5, 2024, Meeting Minutes
• Employee Sick Bank Proposal
• Affirmative Action Plan

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board will discuss the Turkey Bayou Boat Ramp and a recreational bike route. The meeting also includes reviewing an IDNR/NRED memorandum of agreement and electing new board officers.

• IDNR/NRED Memorandum of Agreement
• Recreational Bike Route
• Election of Board Officers
• Turkey Bayou Boat Ramp
• Approval of payroll and miscellaneous expenses

County Board

The board will review several financial claims, including $319,805.00 for medical administration. Agenda items include a new broadband service agreement and funding for highway and ambulance services. Members will also address various local appointments and a fund transfer to the ambulance fund.

• Broadband service agreement and grant matching funds
• $319,805.00 HOPE Trust Medical Administration claim
• Railway-Highway Grade Crossing Improvements on Elkville Road
• Highway monthly claims of $228,827.59
• County monthly claims of $669,793.85

708 Mental Health Board

The board is reviewing fiscal year 2025 funding applications for thirteen organizations. This review covers various mental health and community support service providers.

• Review of FY25 funding applications for thirteen service providers

708 Mental Health Board

The Jackson County 708 Mental Health Board is meeting to approve April 15, 2024, minutes and review agency reports. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the FY25 budget request and a mental health crisis committee.

• Approval of April 15, 2024, meeting minutes
• FY25 Budget Request
• Mental Health Crisis Committee discussion

Real Property Committee

The Jackson County Real Property Committee will discuss land use, highway department updates, and courthouse maintenance. The agenda includes reviewing regional planning communications and approving material bids.

• Agreement for Railway-Highway Grade Crossing Improvements at Elkville Road
• Resolution 2024-44 to award 2024 MFT Oil BAM material bids
• Courthouse window and door replacement
• Review of Pugh Land Division Parcel #14-06-201-021

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will hear updates regarding Animal Control, the Health Department, and Solid Waste. The agenda also includes the payment of monthly ambulance service claims and the approval of election judges.

• Animal Control presentation and monthly update
• Jackson County Health Department and Solid Waste enforcement updates
• Payment of monthly ambulance service claims
• Approval of election judges
• Review of procurement policy

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance Administration Committee will review several insurance-related claims and financial reports. This includes processing payments for HOPE Trust dental, vision, and medical administration claims. The committee will also discuss GASB audit reports and a draft funding request form.

• $319,805.00 payment for HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim
• $17,713.00 payment for HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims
• Approval of $22,591.64 in On-Demand Claims
• Review of GASB Audit Reports
• Discussion of draft Funding Request Form

Executive Committee

The Jackson County Executive Committee will approve May minutes and set the July meeting calendar. The committee will also address internal office matters regarding computing services and consider several open appointments for June 2024.

• Approval of May 9, 2024, minutes
• Internal office matters and computing services
• Appointments for Blairsville Water District
• Appointments for Oraville Water District
• Appointment of Deputy Animal Control Administrator

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Jackson County Human Resources Subcommittee will meet to review the April 3, 2024, meeting minutes. The committee is scheduled to discuss an employee sick bank proposal and an affirmative action plan.

• Employee Sick Bank Proposal (2024-455)
• Affirmative Action Plan (2024-456)
• Approval of April 3, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Review

The Jackson County Board of Review will consider the reappointment of Jessica Doerr Berger to the Property Tax Appeal Board. The meeting also includes hearings for property tax appeals and certificates of error.

• Reappointment of Jessica Doerr Berger to the Property Tax Appeal Board
• Property tax appeal hearings
• Certificates of error

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The Jackson/Union Regional Port District meeting includes the approval of May 6, 2024, minutes and an introduction for Nathan Colombo. The agenda also covers discussions regarding insurance, by-laws, and an airport follow-up.

• Approval of May 6, 2024, meeting minutes
• Introduction of Nathan Colombo
• Discussion on insurance
• Review of By-Laws
• Airport follow-up

County Board

The County Board is meeting to approve various monthly claims and specific payments for medical and dental services. The board will also consider authorizing funds for a household chemical collection event in June 2024.

• Approval of County Monthly Claims in the amount of $801,523.70
• Authorization of up to $65,000 for Jackson County Health Department Household Chemical Collection
• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim of $333,581.00
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims in the amount of $232,867.48
• Review of 14 open appointments for various districts and boards

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review various county claims and financial summaries. The body will consider payments for medical administration, dental and vision claims, and general county expenses.

• Payment of County Claims in the amount of $801,523.70
• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim in the amount of $333,581.00
• Approval of On-Demand Claims in the amount of $49,847.78
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims in the amount of $12,354.39
• Review of DRAFT Funding Request Form

Real Property Committee

The committee will review updates on the Safe Route to Schools project and regional planning initiatives. Members will also discuss courthouse maintenance and the payment of highway monthly claims.

• Courthouse skylight glass replacement
• Courthouse window replacement
• Payment of Highway monthly claims
• Safe Route to Schools Project update
• Jackson County Bike Routes

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct business including property tax appeal board matters and certificates of error. The agenda includes hearings and a period for public comment.

• Property Tax Appeal Board appeals
• Certificates of Error
• Hearings

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding animal control, the health department, and solid waste. Members will consider approvals for hazardous waste collection funds and ambulance monthly claims.

• Approval of Hazardous Waste Collection Funds for June 2024
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims
• Review of Procurement Policy
• EMS Week Proclamation
• Solid Waste Fund Update and Recycling Program

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to review internal office matters and fill vacancies across various local boards and districts. The session includes an update from the Resource Coordinator and a discussion on Alstat Award nominations.

• Filling 14 open appointments including Blairsville Water District, Board of Review, and Liquor Advisory Board
• Appointments for Oraville and South Highway Water Districts
• Appointment for Deputy Animal Control Administrator
• Appointment for Greater Egypt Regional Planning District
• Discussion of Alstat Award Nominations

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Human Resources Subcommittee is meeting to review an employee sick bank proposal and an affirmative action plan. The body will also discuss the content of an HR survey.

• Employee Sick Bank Proposal (2024-394)
• Affirmative Action Plan (2024-395)
• HR Survey Content (2024-396)

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review the treasurer's report. The agenda includes discussions on insurance, by-laws, and a follow-up regarding an airport tour.

• Approval of February 5, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of insurance (Item 2024-398)
• Discussion of by-laws (Item 2024-399)
• Airport tour follow-up (Item 2024-400)

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to process property tax appeals and certificates of error. The body will conduct hearings and review matters related to the Property Tax Appeal Board.

• Property tax appeals
• Certificates of Error
• Tax hearings

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to conduct hearings and address property tax appeals. The agenda includes reviewing certificates of error and approving previous meeting minutes.

• Property Tax Appeal Board appeals
• Certificate of Error review
• Tax appeal hearings

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The board is meeting to discuss bike path plans, a recreation survey, and a memorandum of agreement with the IDNR. Members will also consider a recreational bus route and the approval of payroll and miscellaneous expenses.

• Bike Path Plans: Antero Group
• Recreation Survey: Next Steps
• IDNR/NRED Memorandum of Agreement
• Recreational Bus Route
• Approval of payroll and miscellaneous expenses

County Board

The County Board will vote on several large payments for medical claims, monthly county and highway expenses, and courthouse maintenance. The board is also considering the reappointment of the County Engineer and filling nine open appointments for various water and fire districts.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $335,350.00
• Payment of County Monthly Claims for $589,443.75
• Courthouse Repairs Change Order for Pole Barn Roof Repair for $33,868.06
• Courthouse Elevator Repair for $12,932.00
• Resolution 2024-43 regarding the reappointment of the County Engineer

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to discuss the funding application timeline and approve the FY25 funding application. The board will also review Q1 status and expense forms.

• Approval of FY25 Funding Application
• FY25 Funding Application Timeline
• Review of Q1 Status/Expense Forms

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review the FY22 audit and process several insurance and medical claims. The body will also address delinquent tax resolutions for two specific parcels.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $335,350.00
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims for $4,720.80
• Approval of On-Demand Claims for $89,865.49
• Delinquent Tax Resolutions for parcels #05-05-327-006 and #13-30-153-014
• FY22 Audit Presentation

Real Property Committee

The committee will review updates on land use, economic development, and highway projects. Members will consider the reappointment of the County Engineer and discuss several courthouse maintenance projects. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property.

• Resolution 2024-43 regarding the reappointment of the County Engineer
• Courthouse elevator repair, skylight glass replacement, and window replacement
• Acceptance of donated land
• Capital Supply Pole Barn Roof
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The committee will receive monthly updates from Animal Control, the Health Department, and the State's Attorney. Members will discuss solid waste enforcement, the recycling program, and future policy updates. The meeting includes a review of ambulance monthly claims.

• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims (2024-334)
• Solid Waste Fund Update (2024-332)
• Solid Waste Enforcement (2024-331)
• Recycling Program (2024-333)
• Future Policy Updates (2024-337)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will discuss open appointments for several water, planning, and fire protection districts. The meeting also includes updates on broadband and the animal control facility.

• Appointments for Blairsville, Murdale, Oraville, and South Highway Water Districts
• Appointments for Greater Egypt Regional Planning District
• Appointments for Jackson/Union Regional Port District
• Appointments for Kinkaid Reeds Conservancy District and MPS Fire Protection District
• Discussion of Animal Control Facility

Human Resources Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review the March 13, 2024, meeting minutes and a 2014 HR audit. The agenda also includes a proposal regarding an employee sick bank.

• Review of 2014 HR Audit
• Employee Sick Bank Proposal

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The Jackson/Union Regional Port District will hold a meeting at the Alto Pass Community Center. The agenda includes a tour and presentation by the Jackson County Airport.

• Tour and Presentation by Jackson County Airport

County Board

The County Board will consider two ordinances regarding animal control and associated fees. The board is also reviewing several payment claims for county operations, ambulance services, and highways.

• Ordinance 2024-02 and 2024-03 regarding Animal Control and Animal Control Fees
• County Monthly Claims in the amount of $1,537,027.46
• On Demand Claims in the amount of $333,738.73
• HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claims in the amount of $335,585.00
• Ordinance 2024-01 for an Altered Speed Zone on East Boskydell Road

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The board will discuss bike path plans from the Antero Group and next steps for a recreation survey. The meeting includes reviews of the IDNR/NRED Memorandum of Agreement and a recreational bus route.

• Bike Path Plans: Antero Group
• Recreation Survey next steps
• IDNR/NRED Memorandum of Agreement
• Recreational Bus Route
• Touch of Nature Trails Recreational Activity Review

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to handle property tax appeals and certificates of error. The body will also hold an executive session to discuss litigation.

• Executive session for litigation discussion
• Issuance of 03.21.2024 final decisions
• Hearings on appeals
• Review of Certificates of Error

Real Property Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss land use, economic development, and highway department updates. Key items include a proposed speed zone change and the approval of motor fuel tax maintenance bids.

• Ordinance 2024-01: Altered Speed Zone-East Boskydell Rd
• Resolution 2024-39: 2024 Motor Fuel Tax General Maintenance Bid Tabulation
• Burrow Land Split Parcel #19-22-100-009
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
• Discussion on Courthouse Light Poles and Animal Control Facility

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will discuss updates to animal control and solid waste programs. The body is considering two ordinances regarding animal control and fee structures. Members will also review monthly reports from the Health Department, State's Attorney, and ambulance services.

• Ordinance 2024-xx providing for Animal Control in Jackson County
• Ordinance 2024-xx regarding Animal Control Fees
• Approval of Solid Waste Funds for rain barrel and compost bin sales
• Payment of ambulance monthly claims
• Discussion of Animal Control Facility

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to address property tax appeals and certificates of error. The agenda includes one scheduled hearing for case 2024-224.

• Hearing for case 2024-224
• Review of appeals
• Review of certificates of error

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to approve various county claims and insurance payments. The body will also discuss coroner vehicles, an animal control facility, and delinquent tax resolutions.

• Payment of County Monthly Claims totaling $1,537,027.46
• Approval of On-Demand Claims in the amount of $333,738.73
• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $335,585.00
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims for $3,712.00
• Delinquent Tax Resolutions for six permanent parcel numbers

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and address certificates of error. The body is scheduled to conduct a hearing for case 2024-223.

• Hearing for case 2024-223
• Review of Certificates of Error
• Property tax appeals

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve minutes and address certificates of error. The body is scheduled to conduct hearings on property tax appeals.

• Hearing 2024-222 scheduled for 03.11.24

Human Resources Subcommittee

The subcommittee will discuss employee sick leave donation and the current personnel policy handbook. The meeting includes a call to order, approval of minutes, and an executive session.

• 2024-220 Employee Sick Leave Donation Bank
• 2024-221 Current Jackson County Personnel Policy Handbook

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct business regarding tax appeals. The meeting includes a scheduled hearing for case 2024-214.

• Hearing for case 2024-214
• Review of Appeals
• Review of Certificate of Error

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and address appeals and certificates of error. The session includes a scheduled hearing for case 2024-199.

• Hearing for case 2024-199

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and address internal office matters. The agenda includes filling seven open appointments across various local boards and districts.

• Approval of February 8, 2024, Minutes
• Blairsville Water District appointments (2)
• Greater Egypt Regional Planning District appointment (1)
• Jackson/Union Regional Port District appointment (1)
• Liquor Advisory Board appointment (1)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct a meeting to address property tax appeals. The agenda includes the review of certificates of error and scheduled hearings.

• Certificate of Error reviews
• Hearings for case 2024-198

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and address appeals and certificates of error. The meeting includes a scheduled hearing for case 2024-197.

• Hearing for case 2024-197

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The board will meet to select a Port Secretary and discuss administrative matters. The agenda includes reviews of insurance, attorney services, and by-laws.

• Selection of Port Secretary
• Discussion of insurance
• Discussion of attorney
• Review of By-Laws
• Introduction of Deputy Jackson County Administrator for Economic & Broadband Development

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to address property tax appeals and certificates of error. The session includes a scheduled hearing for case 2024-93.

• Hearing for case 2024-93
• Review of property tax appeals
• Review of certificates of error

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Board of Review is meeting to process appeals and certificates of error. The session includes scheduled hearings for case 2024-81.

• Hearings for case 2024-81
• Review of Certificates of Error
• Property tax appeals

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct hearings on property tax appeals. The agenda includes the review of certificates of error and specific hearing 2024-80.

• Hearings for appeal 2024-80
• Review of Certificates of Error
• Property tax appeals

Health Insurance Task Force

The Health Insurance Task Force is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss two specific applications. The body will review the HOPE Trust App and the HSA Central App.

• Approval of July 5, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion of HOPE Trust App
• Discussion of HSA Central App

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board is meeting to discuss recreation mapping, bike path plans, and a recreational bus route. The board will also review a memorandum of agreement with IDNR/NRED and approve payroll and miscellaneous expenses.

• Bike Path Plans: Antero Group
• IDNR/NRED Memorandum of Agreement
• Recreational Bus Route
• Recreation Survey
• Approval of payroll and miscellaneous expenses

708 Mental Health Board

The board will meet to review agency reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding FY24 funding appropriations and contract approvals.

• Approval of August 21, 2023, Board Meeting Minutes
• FY24 Funding Appropriation
• FY24 Contracts Approval

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct a meeting at 900 Walnut St. The agenda includes the approval of minutes and hearings regarding certificates of error.

• Certificate of Error Hearings: 2024-79

Liquor Advisory Committee

The Liquor Advisory Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and review liquor license applications. The body will consider requests for Life O Riley Venue, LLC and Shawnee Cave.

• Approval of Life O Riley Venue, LLC Liquor License (2024-141)
• Review of Shawnee Cave Liquor License (2024-142)
• Approval of November 6, 2023 Minutes (2024-140)

County Board

The County Board will decide on numerous delinquent tax resolutions and various administrative appointments. The body is also reviewing several large payments for county claims, medical administration, and highway services.

• Approval of County Monthly Claims for $1,589,854.94
• Approval of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $348,238.00
• Approval of Highway Monthly Claims for $150,545.58
• Funding for the Jackson County Historical Society in the amount of $20,000.00
• Resolution 2024-32 supporting HB3137 regarding the IMRF Pension Code

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to approve previous minutes and conduct business regarding tax appeals. The session includes a review of certificates of error and scheduled hearings.

• Hearing 2024-78

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to discuss insurance updates and various payments. The body will review several medical and dental claims and a series of delinquent tax resolutions for specific parcels.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim: $348,238.00
• Payment of On-Demand Claims: $44,991.75
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims: $924.00
• Delinquent Tax Resolutions 2024-02 through 2024-31 for various parcel numbers
• Payment of Board Member Travel Expenses

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct hearings on property tax appeals. The session includes a review of a Certificate of Error and specific hearings for case 2024-82.

• Hearings for case 2024-82
• Review of Certificate of Error
• Property tax appeals

Real Property Committee

The committee will discuss land use, economic development, and highway department operations. Agenda items include professional services for bridge inspections and a budget adjustment for capital outlay equipment.

• Contract for Professional Services for In-Depth Bridge Inspections
• Budget Adjustment for Capital Outlay-Equipment
• Agreement for County Engineer Salary-Federal/State Funds
• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
• Ambulance Mural Project

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will review updates from the Health Department, Solid Waste, and the State's Attorney. The body is considering new ordinances regarding animal control and fees, as well as resolutions concerning HB3137 and a ceasefire in Gaza.

• Ordinance 2024-xx providing for animal control in Jackson County
• Ordinance 2024-xx regarding animal control fees
• Resolution 2024-xx calling for ceasefire in Gaza
• Resolution 2024-xx supporting HB3137 to amend IMRF Pension Code
• Payment of ambulance monthly claims

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and address certificates of error. The body will conduct hearings on property tax appeals, specifically case 2024-63.

• Hearing for appeal 2024-63

Executive Committee

The Jackson County Executive Committee will meet to discuss staffing updates and fill 12 open appointments across various boards and districts. The meeting includes a review of minutes from October 12, 2023.

• Appointments for Blairsville, Lakeside, and Oraville Water Districts
• Appointments for Crosswalk Community Action Agency and ETSB 911
• County Board Representative appointments for SIMPO and Illinois Association of County Board Members
• Appointment for the Merit Commission
• Appointment for the Liquor Advisory Board

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and address appeals and certificates of error. The session includes scheduled hearings for case 2024-62.

• Hearing for case 2024-62
• Review of appeals
• Review of certificates of error

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The board will meet to review insurance quotes for directors and officers and discuss the appointment of an attorney. The meeting also includes a review of historic port documents and by-laws.

• Director's & Officer's Insurance Quotes
• Attorney appointment
• Historic Port Documents
• Historic By-Laws

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to conduct final decisions on appeals and certificates of error. The agenda includes a public comment period.

• Final Decisions on Appeals
• Certificates of Error
• Hearings

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board will review bike path plans from the Antero Group and discuss next steps for a recreation survey. The body will also consider a memorandum of agreement with IDNR/NRED and a recreational bus route.

• Bike Path Plans: Antero Group
• IDNR/NRED Memorandum of Agreement
• Recreational Bus Route
• Approval of payroll expenses
• Approval of miscellaneous expenses

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and address property tax appeals. The agenda includes a review of a 2022 Certificate of Error and the scheduling of hearings.

• Review of 2024-60 Final 2022 COES
• Hearing schedule for 2024-59
• Property tax appeals

County Board

The County Board is meeting to approve several large payment claims and travel expenses. Members will also discuss a broadband update and polling locations. An executive session is scheduled to discuss real property.

• HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim: $676,589.00
• County Monthly Claims: $574,241.73
• On-Demand Claims: $151,443.10
• Highway Claims: $168,331.21
• Ambulance Monthly Claims: $39,272.41

Real Property Committee

The committee will discuss land use, economic development, and highway department claims. The meeting includes a review of the Quality Based Selection Process and an executive session regarding real property.

• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims
• Resolution 2024-01 Approval of Quality Based Selection Process
• Jackson County Bike Routes
• Ambulance Mural
• Executive Session to discuss Real Property

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will review updates from the Health Department, Solid Waste, and the State's Attorney's Office. The body will discuss a proposed animal control ordinance and polling locations.

• 2024-20 Animal Control Ordinance Proposal
• 2024-22 Polling Locations
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims
• Solid Waste Fund Update
• Recycling Program

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting to review departmental revenues and expenses. The body will consider funding requests from the Port District and the Murphysboro Chamber of Commerce.

• Approval of on-demand claims totaling $151,443.10
• Port District funding request
• Murphysboro Chamber of Commerce funding request
• Payment of Board Member travel expenses
• Workers' compensation update

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to discuss broadband and resource coordinator updates. The body will also consider filling 12 open appointments across various local districts and boards.

• Open appointments for Blairsville, Lakeside, and Oraville Water Districts
• Open appointments for Crosswalk Community Action Agency and ETSB 911
• Open appointments for Greater Egypt Regional Planning District and SIMPO
• Broadband update
• Resource Coordinator update