McLean County public meetings in 2024

Board of Review

The Board of Review will hold public hearings on 10 assessment complaints for the 2024 tax year, including market value challenges and assessor-requested reviews. Properties involved include those owned by Dennis-Susan Costello Revocable Living Trust, Joan K. Wochner, PMO Properties, Robert L. Rewerts, Crystal A. Hernandez, and Elizabeth B. Megli/Western Avenue Community Center. The board also plans preliminary review of complaints and other business.

• 2024-000800: Market value appeal for property 14-25-277-060 (Dennis-Susan Costello Revocable Living Trust)
• 2024-000854/000857: Market value and farm appeals for PMO Properties parcels
• 2024-000860/000869: Market value appeals for Robert L. Rewerts properties
• 2024-000933-000935: Assessor-requested reviews for Elizabeth B. Megli/Western Avenue Community Center
• 2024-000900: Market value appeal for Crystal A. Hernandez property

The McLean County Board of Review held hearings on nine assessment complaints, confirming three and reducing one, while removing non-homestead exemptions from six properties. Two dockets were dismissed, and preliminary values were made final for all remaining complaints that did not request a hearing.

• Confirmed assessment for docket 2024-800 (2-0)
• Confirmed assessment for docket 2024-818 (2-0)
• Reduced assessment for docket 2024-900 (2-0)
• Removed non-homestead exemption for docket 2024-933 (2-0)
• Removed non-homestead exemption for docket 2024-934 (2-0)
• Removed non-homestead exemption for docket 2024-935 (2-0)
• Removed non-homestead exemption for dockets O-011, O-012, O-013 (2-0)
• Dismissed dockets 2024-206 and 2024-387

Board of Review

The McLean County Board of Review will hold hearings on 10 market-value assessment complaints from property owners. The board will also conduct preliminary reviews of complaints and take public comment on agenda and non-agenda items. The complaints cover various properties across the county.

• Market value complaint for parcel 14-35-452-015 (Elizabeth Megli/Willow Orchard LLC)
• Market value complaint for parcel 14-25-455-011 (Tom & Gina Nord)
• Market value complaint for parcel 21-11-151-002 (Michael Ireland)
• Market value complaint for parcel 15-30-401-020 (Kyle Richardson)
• Market value complaint for parcel 21-09-280-013 (Kenneth & Lorraine Wilmert)

The McLean County Board of Review held hearings on eight assessment complaints, granting reductions on six and confirming two, all by unanimous votes. A preliminary review of one complaint was also completed. No public comments were made.

• Docket 2024-694: Reduction granted (2-0)
• Docket 2024-712: Confirmed (2-0)
• Docket 2024-721: Reduction granted (2-0)
• Docket 2024-779: Reduction granted (2-0)
• Docket 2024-780: Reduction granted (2-0)
• Docket 2024-791: Reduction granted (2-0)
• Docket 2027-861: Reduction granted (2-0)
• Docket 2024-880: Confirmed (2-0)

Legislative Sub-Committee

The McLean County Board Legislative Subcommittee will consider approving the 2025 Legislative Program, which includes new proposed topics on the Environmental Protection Act, jail inmate mental health care reimbursement, solar grant programs, utility infrastructure grants, property tax relief for seniors, and affordable housing. The subcommittee will also vote on adopting the guiding Legislative Principles and approve minutes from the March 21, 2024 meeting. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of Legislative Principles for guiding county lobbying efforts
• Adoption of the 2025 Legislative Program with seven new or updated topic recommendations
• New recommendation on reimbursement to county jails for care of inmates with mental illnesses
• New recommendation on expanding solar grant programs and utility infrastructure grants for municipalities and counties
• New recommendation on property tax code changes to benefit senior citizens and on affordable housing support

The subcommittee recommended approval of the 2024 legislative program, including updated topics and new proposals on environmental protection, jail mental health reimbursement, solar grants, utility infrastructure, senior property tax relief, and affordable housing. The paid leave exemption was removed for later consideration. The committee will reconvene on January 7, 2025, to finalize recommendations.

• Approved minutes from March 21, 2024 meeting
• Recommended approval of Legislative Principles
• Recommended approval of updated 2024 proposed topics and recommendations
• Recommended approval of new topic on Environmental Protection Act
• Recommended approval of new topic on jail mental health reimbursement
• Recommended approval of new topic on expanding solar grant programs
• Recommended approval of new topic on utility infrastructure grants
• Recommended approval of new topic on senior property tax relief

Board of Review

The McLean County Board of Review will conduct hearings on market value assessment complaints for 10 properties. Public comment is permitted on agenda items and non-agenda items. The board may also discuss other business before recessing.

• Docket 2024-000770: POST KAMI (parcel 22-32-480-009)
• Docket 2024-000559: DOLAN SHANNON M (parcel 21-12-277-013)
• Docket 2024-000598: JOHNSON CHARLES A JR (parcel 21-12-428-042)
• Docket 2024-000726: Harris David J. & Maria F. Jazo-Harris (parcel 20-13-405-022)
• Docket 2024-000788 through 2024-000846: six additional market-value complaints

The McLean County Board of Review held hearings on nine assessment complaints, granting reductions on six and confirming three. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and recessed at noon.

• Reduction granted on docket 2024-559 (2-0)
• Reduction granted on docket 2024-598 (2-0)
• Reduction granted on docket 2024-726 (2-0)
• Confirmed docket 2024-761 (2-0)
• Reduction granted on docket 2024-770 (2-0)
• Confirmed docket 2024-788 (2-0)
• Reduction granted on docket 2027-795 (2-0)
• Reduction granted on docket 2024-797 (2-0)

METCOM Operations Board

The METCOM Operations Board will meet to approve October minutes and review expenditures from October and November 2024. The board will also receive information on staffing, system outages, and the proposed 2025 meeting schedule.

• Review of October/November 2024 expenditures
• Report on system-wide problem reports and outages
• Staffing updates
• Proposed 2025 meeting schedule

The Metcom Operations Board approved the October/November expenditures and the previous meeting's minutes. They discussed radio coverage problems in McLean, plans to upgrade to a simulcast system, and the status of the RMS and CAD projects, with a possible go-live date for CAD set for April 29, 2025. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved October and November expenditures
• Approved minutes from October 11 meeting

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee and other committees will consider several actions. The Justice Committee recommends approving a one-year contract with Jeff Brown as a Special Public Defender for $4,500 per month, effective January 1, 2025. The Finance Committee recommends extending animal control agreements with the City of Bloomington through March 31, 2025. The Transportation and Executive Committees will consider approving the McLean County Title VI Plan to ensure compliance with federal civil rights requirements.

• Request approval of contract with Jeff Brown as Special Public Defender for $4,500/month (Jan-Dec 2025)
• Request approval of contract amendment to extend Animal Control agreements with City of Bloomington through March 31, 2025
• Request approval of McLean County Title VI Plan for federal nondiscrimination compliance

The Executive Committee recommended approval of a contract amendment to extend two intergovernmental agreements for animal control removal and shelter services through March 31, 2025. It also recommended approval of the McLean County Title VI Plan. Both motions carried unanimously.

• Recommended approval of contract amendment extending two animal control intergovernmental agreements through March 31, 2025 (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of McLean County Title VI Plan (motion carried)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee, meeting as part of a series of county board committees, will consider an extension of animal control agreements with Bloomington through March 31, 2025. Other committees meeting consecutively will vote on a new Special Public Defender contract and the county's Title VI Plan.

• Approve $4,500/month contract for Special Public Defender Jeff Brown (Justice Committee)
• Extend animal control removal and shelter agreements with Bloomington through March 31, 2025 (Finance and Executive Committees)
• Approve McLean County Title VI Plan for federal compliance (Transportation and Executive Committees)

The Finance Committee voted to recommend approval of a contract amendment extending two intergovernmental agreements for animal control removal and shelter services through March 31, 2025. The motion was carried unanimously by the members present. No other business was discussed.

• Recommended approval of contract amendment extending two intergovernmental agreements for animal control and shelter services through March 31, 2025 (motion carried)

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to conduct hearings and a preliminary review of assessment complaints. The body will hear cases regarding the market value of specific properties.

• Market value complaint hearing for parcel 22-32-410-012 (BOWERS INC)
• Market value complaint hearings for BELOWZERO STORAGE LLC and VMC ENTERPRISE LLC
• Market value complaint hearings for AFMB HOLDING INC
• Market value complaint hearings for WALGREEN CO (parcels 14-35-203-001, 21-11-128-009, 21-11-128-006)
• Market value complaint hearing for MORRISSEY WASH LLC

The McLean County Board of Review held hearings on 10 assessment complaints and approved a reduction for each, with unanimous votes from Chairman Gene Yeast and Member Bob Kahman. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and recessed at 2:45 pm.

• Approved reduction on docket 2024-565 (2-0)
• Approved reduction on docket 2024-584 (2-0)
• Approved reduction on docket 2024-585 (2-0)
• Approved reduction on docket 2024-604 (2-0)
• Approved reduction on docket 2024-672 (2-0)
• Approved reduction on docket 2024-832 (2-0)
• Approved reduction on docket 2024-886 (2-0)
• Approved reduction on docket 2024-925 (2-0)

Land Use & Transportation Committee

Four county committees are meeting to act on a professional services contract for a Special Public Defender and a Title VI Plan. The Finance and Executive committees will also consider extending animal control agreements with the City of Bloomington.

• Contract for Jeff Brown as Special Public Defender at $4,500.00 per month
• Extension of two Intergovernmental Agreements with the City of Bloomington for Animal Control Removal and Shelter Services through March 31, 2025
• Approval of the McLean County Title VI Plan for IDOT compliance

Stand Up Meetings

Four county committees are meeting to decide on a special public defender contract, an extension of animal control services with the City of Bloomington, and the adoption of a Title VI Plan for federally funded programs.

• Contract for Jeff Brown as Special Public Defender at $4,500.00 per month
• Extension of two Intergovernmental Agreements with City of Bloomington for Animal Control Removal and Shelter Services through March 31, 2025
• Approval of the McLean County Title VI Plan for IDOT compliance

County Board

The McLean County Board will consider a consent agenda and committee items including the renewal of a special use permit for a commercial solar energy facility, approval of a nursing home rehabilitation project contract, and several ordinance amendments. The board will also vote on highway equipment purchases, software contracts, and intergovernmental agreements for booking services.

• Renewal of special use permit SU-24-14 for PSE McLean IL Solar VII, LLC at 9375 N 1750 East Rd, Bloomington
• Award of nursing home rehabilitation project to O'Shea Builders
• Purchase of two tandem dump trucks from JX Peterbilt and related equipment
• Contract with Tyler Technologies for Enterprise Resource Planning System
• Ordinance amendments to Chapter 165 (Animals) and Chapter 108 (Travel Policy) of the county code

The McLean County Board approved a consent agenda including a 3-year, $939,195.30 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement with Dell Technologies, a $2.7 million resurfacing project for Stringtown Road, and the purchase of highway equipment. The board also approved a $180,796.86 contract with GIVSCO Construction for the Public Defender's office remodel and a $200,964 contract with Mechanical Service Inc. for data center cooling units. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $939,195.30 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement with Dell (unanimous)
• Approved $2.7M Stringtown Road resurfacing project (unanimous)
• Approved $283,082 for two Peterbilt dump trucks (unanimous)
• Approved $180,796.86 Public Defender office remodel with GIVSCO (unanimous)
• Approved $200,964 data center cooling unit replacement with Mechanical Service Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $133,887 engineering agreement with WHKS & Co. for McTurnan Bridge (unanimous)
• Approved $680,000 Fairview Building interior demolition with Diamond Design (unanimous)
• Approved $69,700 asbestos abatement with D.E.M. Services (unanimous)

Justice Committee

The Justice Committee will vote on a one-year contract with Jeff Brown as a special public defender to handle conflict cases, paying $4,500 per month. The meeting also includes other committees considering a short-term extension of animal control service agreements with Bloomington and approval of the county's Title VI Plan for federal compliance.

• Approval of $4,500/month contract for Special Public Defender Jeff Brown (Jan-Dec 2025) to handle up to 7 felony cases per month
• Extension of animal control removal and shelter agreements with City of Bloomington through March 31, 2025
• Approval of McLean County Title VI Plan to prevent discrimination in federally funded programs

The McLean County Justice Committee approved a second contract between Jeff Brown, Special Public Defender, and the Public Defender's Office for additional services. The motion was made by Fagan and Johnston and carried. No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved second contract for Jeff Brown, Special Public Defender (motion carried)

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee will consider approving meeting minutes and recommending a one-year service agreement with PATH, Inc. for a suicide and crisis puppet show program, funded at $80,569.54. The agreement runs from January 1 to December 31, 2025.

• Approve minutes from November 6, 2024 meeting
• Recommend approval of $80,569.54 service agreement with PATH, Inc. for Suicide and Crisis Puppet Show
• Contract runs January 1 – December 31, 2025

Board of Review

The McLean County Board of Review will hold assessment complaint hearings for seven properties, including Eastland Mall LLC, The Downtowner, and Kram Property Group, with appeals filed by owners and agents. The board will also conduct a preliminary review of other assessment complaints and accept public comment on both agenda and non-agenda items.

• Hearing for Eastland Mall LLC (parcel 21-02-126-013) — Market Value complaint
• Hearing for The Downtowner (parcel 21-04-182-004) — Market Value complaint
• Hearing for Kram Property Group LLC (parcel 21-10-206-005) — Market Value complaint
• Hearing for Hershey I LLC (parcel 21-11-176-025) — Per Assessor Request
• Hearing for First State Bank (parcel 21-02-226-012) — Per Assessor Request

The McLean County Board of Review held hearings on five assessment complaints and approved a reduction for each, with unanimous votes from Chairman Gene Yeast and Member Bob Kahman. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and recessed at 1:45 pm.

• Approved reduction for docket 2024-440 (2-0)
• Approved reduction for docket 2024-441 (2-0)
• Approved reduction for docket 2024-442 (2-0)
• Approved reduction for docket 2024-556 (2-0)
• Approved reduction for docket 2024-666 (2-0)

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and review a service agreement for 2025. The body will consider a recommendation for a specific behavioral health project.

• Service Agreement for PATH: Suicide and Crisis Puppet Show (January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025)
• Approval of November 6, 2024, minutes

The Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee approved most 2025 service agreements, but tabled funding for the Suicide and Crisis Puppet Show pending more information. The board also discussed how to use an extra $7,099 in available funds, with further discussion planned for January.

• Approved 9/24/24 meeting minutes
• Approved 2025 service agreements for items B1-B5 and B7 (counseling, mobile crisis, psychiatric services, 211 call center, mental health education)
• Approved 2025 service agreement for The Baby Fold: Healthy Start (B8) with one abstention
• Defeated motion to approve 2025 service agreement for PATH: Suicide and Crisis Puppet Show (B6)
• Postponed decision on B6 to next BHPFC meeting

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The board will vote on several 2025 service agreements including a $80,569.54 suicide prevention puppet show contract, a dental clinician contract, and a medical advisor agreement. They will also consider three emergency resolutions amending FY24 budgets for grants, plus election of officers and 2025 meeting dates. An informational presentation from Home Sweet Home Ministries is also on the agenda.

• Approval of $80,569.54 PATH Suicide and Crisis Puppet Show Service Agreement for 2025
• Approval of 2025 Dental Clinician Contract
• Approval of Medical Advisor Consultant Agreement with OSF Multispecialty Group for 2025
• Approval of three emergency resolutions amending FY24 budgets for Lifestyle Coach Assistance Program, Tick Surveillance, and LHD Respiratory Surveillance grants
• November 2024 bills totaling $162,729.84

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health meeting scheduled for February 12, 2025, has been cancelled due to inclement weather.

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The McLean County Board of Health is meeting to approve several 2025 service agreements and clinician contracts. The board will also consider emergency budget amendments for three specific grants and elect officers.

• Payment of bills totaling $162,729.84
• Service agreement for PATH: Suicide and Crisis Puppet Show (Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025)
• 2025 Dental Clinician Contract and Medical Advisor Consultant Agreement with OSF Multispecialty Group
• Emergency budget amendments for Lifestyle Coach Assistance Program, Tick Surveillance, and LHD Respiratory Surveillance grants
• Election of officers and approval of 2025 meeting dates

The McLean County Board of Health approved multiple contracts and budget amendments, including the PATH suicide prevention puppet show, a dental clinician contract, a medical advisor agreement with OSF, and several FY24 budget amendments for grants. Officers for the coming year were elected unanimously. No public comments were made.

• Approved November 2024 bills totaling $162,729.84
• Elected Robert Kohlhase as president and Hannah Eisner as secretary (unanimous)
• Approved PATH: Suicide and Crisis Puppet Show Service Agreement for 2025
• Approved 2025 Dental Clinician Contract
• Approved Medical Advisor Consultant Agreement with OSF Multispecialty Group for 2025
• Approved emergency budget amendment for Lifestyle Coach Assistance Program grant
• Approved emergency budget amendment for Tick Surveillance grant
• Approved emergency budget amendment for LHD Respiratory Surveillance and Outbreak Response grant

Board of Review

The McLean County Board of Review will hold hearings on nine property assessment complaints, including market value and farm classification cases. The agenda also includes a preliminary review of additional complaints and public comment periods. The meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2024, at 9:00 am.

• Hearing for docket 2024-000670: Angela L. Thomas-McFarland, market value complaint (parcel 22-33-452-034)
• Hearing for docket 2024-000695: Norman Leasing LLC, farm complaint (parcel 22-32-451-001)
• Hearing for docket 2024-000518: Ronald W. Hammond, market value complaint (parcel 14-25-104-016)
• Hearing for docket 2024-000593: Michele M. Pugh, market value complaint (parcel 21-12-376-002)
• Hearing for docket 2024-000654: Martin & Samantha B. Dolitsky, market value complaint (parcel 15-30-351-016)

The McLean County Board of Review held hearings on seven assessment complaints, voting unanimously to reduce five assessments and confirm two. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and recessed at 1:40 pm.

• Reduction on docket 2024-591 (2-0)
• Reduction on docket 2024-593 (2-0)
• Confirmed docket 2024-597 (2-0)
• Reduction on docket 2024-623 (2-0)
• Reduction on docket 2024-652 (2-0)
• Reduction on docket 2024-670 (2-0)
• Confirmed docket 2024-695 (2-0)

Sheriff's Merit Commission

The McLean County Sheriff's Merit Commission will vote to fill board vacancies following the death of Chairperson John Elliott. The commission will also conduct interviews for deputy and correctional officer positions and review the November budget report. Old business includes updates on previous exams and interviews.

• Vote to fill Merit Commission board vacancies after Chairperson John Elliott's passing
• Interviews on Dec 10 for deputies and correctional officers
• Review of Budget Performance Report and Accumulated Transaction Listings as of November 2024
• Approval of bills
• Approval of November 12 draft minutes

Executive Committee

The McLean County Executive Committee will review and recommend actions on multiple items for the County Board, including appointments to various boards, approval of a new Enterprise Resource Planning system, and several ordinance amendments. The meeting also covers contracts for security upgrades, booking services, and construction projects, along with a nursing home project award.

• Request to award ERP system RFP to Tyler Technologies (no dollar amount specified)
• Appointment of Cameron Jiles to White Star Drainage District
• Ordinance amendments to Chapter 50 Finances and Chapter 116 Purchasing (project labor agreements and local preference policy)
• Intergovernmental agreements with Normal, Bloomington, and ISU for booking services
• Award of nursing home project to O'Shea Builders and contract authorization

The McLean County Executive Committee recommended approval of a contract with Tyler Technologies for an Enterprise Resource Planning System, along with numerous other items including software contracts, ordinances, and service agreements. The committee tabled a local preference policy ordinance pending further review of fiscal impacts. All votes were unanimous except where noted, with Chair Johnston abstaining on several items due to potential conflicts.

• Approved consent agenda including invoices totaling $449, -
• Approved appointments and reappointments (Chair Johnston abstained)
• Approved RFP award to Tyler Technologies for ERP system
• Approved contract with Cornerstone on Demand for learning management
• Approved resolution waiving bidding for Microsoft software purchase from Dell
• Tabled local preference policy ordinance to January meeting
• Approved intergovernmental agreements for booking services with Normal, Bloomington, ISU (Cline and Johnston abstained on ISU)
• Approved awarding Nursing Home project to O'Shea Builders

Board of Review

The McLean County Board of Review will hold a meeting on December 6, 2024, primarily focused on a preliminary review of assessment complaints. The agenda includes public comment periods on agenda and non-agenda items, but no specific property or dollar amounts are listed. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Preliminary review of property assessment complaints

Property Committee

The Property Committee will consider a consent agenda (minutes and bills) then vote on several facilities contracts: a $180,796.86 Public Defender office remodel with GIVSCO Construction, a change order for Government Center carpet replacement, replacement of Data Center cooling units, and plumbing upgrades. Also up for action are an ordinance amending parks fees (Section 205-37), a surplus property resolution, and amendments to leases with the Public Building Commission plus new leases for the Children's Advocacy Center and Veterans Assistance Commission at 200 W. Front Street. Informational reports cover asbestos abatement, exterior renovation change order, interior demolition/lead paint at the Fairview Building, and a nursing home rehab project update.

• Request approval of contract with GIVSCO Construction for Public Defender office remodeling ($180,796.86)
• Change Order for Phase III of Government Center Carpet Replacement Project
• Proposal for replacement of Data Center Cooling units at Government Center Building
• Ordinance amending Chapter 205 Fees for Parks (Section 205-37)
• Lease agreements for Children's Advocacy Center and Veterans Assistance Commission at 200 W. Front Street

The McLean County Property Committee approved a consent agenda including bills of $334,174.55, a contract for the Public Defender office remodeling, a change order for carpet replacement, proposals for data center cooling units and plumbing upgrades, a parks fee ordinance, a surplus property resolution, lease amendments with the Public Building Commission, and leases for the Children's Advocacy Center and Veterans Assistance Commission. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including November 7 minutes and $334,174.55 in bills
• Recommended approval of GIVSCO Construction contract for Public Defender office remodel
• Recommended approval of change order for Phase III Government Center carpet replacement
• Recommended approval of Mechanical Service Inc. proposal for data center cooling units
• Recommended approval of PipeWorks proposal for plumbing upgrades at Government Center
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending Chapter 205 parks fees
• Recommended approval of resolution declaring surplus property
• Recommended approval of lease amendments and leases with PBC, Children's Advocacy Center, and Veterans Assistance Commission

Board of Review

The McLean County Board of Review is holding a meeting that includes public comment periods and a preliminary review of assessment complaints. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Preliminary review of assessment complaints

Health Committee

The McLean County Health Committee will meet on December 5, 2024, to consider several action items including contracts for counseling services at the Juvenile Detention Center, a professional services agreement with Carle West Physician Group for jail healthcare, an extended leave request, and a salary authorization for the Nursing Home Director. They will also discuss monthly reports and possibly enter closed session for personnel matters.

• Request approval of a contract for counseling services at the Juvenile Detention Center with Cathy Vogel (up to $42,724)
• Request approval of a Memorandum of Understanding for counseling services with Mark Benson
• Request approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Carle West Physician Group for jail healthcare
• Request approval of an extended leave per County Code 108-53 B
• Request authorization to offer a salary above identified range for the Nursing Home Director

The McLean County Health Committee approved several contracts and personnel actions, including counseling services for the Juvenile Detention Center, a professional services agreement with Carle West Physician Group, an extended leave in the Health Department, and authorization for the Nursing Home Director to offer a salary above the county code limit. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including November 7 minutes and invoices (unanimous)
• Approved counseling contract with Cathy Vogel for Juvenile Detention Center (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Mark Benson for backup counseling at Juvenile Detention Center (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Carle West Physician Group (unanimous)
• Approved extended leave per County Code 108-53B in Health Department (unanimous)
• Approved salary above code limit for Nursing Home Director (unanimous)

Board of Review

The McLean County Board of Review will conduct a preliminary review of assessment complaints. No specific properties or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda. The remainder of the meeting consists of procedural items such as call to order and public comment periods.

• Preliminary Review of Assessment Complaints

Finance Committee

The McLean County Finance Committee will meet December 4, 2024, to recommend action on ordinances amending Chapter 116 of the County Code regarding Project Labor Agreements and a Local Preference Policy. Also on the agenda are resolutions to adjust full-time equivalent positions for the Court Services and Circuit Clerk departments for 2025, and a resolution to authorize assignment of a mobile home tax sale certificate. The committee will receive monthly reports from the Treasurer, Animal Control, and County Clerk.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 116, Purchasing and Contracting – Project Labor Agreements
• Ordinance amending Chapter 116, Purchasing and Contracting – Local Preference Policy
• Resolution amending Funded Full-Time Equivalent Positions for 2025 – Court Services Department
• Resolution amending Funded Full-Time Equivalent Positions for 2025 – Circuit Clerk Department
• Resolution authorizing County Board chair to assign Mobile Home Tax Sale Certificate of Purchase

Justice Committee

The Justice Committee will consider a range of action items from the Sheriff, Children's Advocacy Center, Coroner, Public Defender, Circuit Court, and other departments. Notable items include a hazard mitigation plan consultant agreement with American Environmental Corporation, intergovernmental booking service agreements with Normal, Bloomington, and ISU, and emergency appropriations for the Children's Advocacy Center and Circuit Court. The committee also reviews sole source procurements for security upgrades at the Coroner's office and Law and Justice Center, and contracts for special public defenders.

• Hazard Mitigation Plan Consultant Agreement with American Environmental Corp. (up to $56,945.60 plus sub-recipient management costs)
• Intergovernmental booking service agreements with Town of Normal, City of Bloomington, and Illinois State University
• Emergency Appropriation Ordinance amending FY2025 budget for Children's Advocacy Center (Fund 1029)
• Sole source procurement for Coroner's office security improvements ($15,029)
• Sole source procurement for Law and Justice Center security improvements ($47,468)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The McLean County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Case SU-24-14, an application from PSE McLean IL Solar VII, LLC to amend and renew a special use permit for a commercial solar energy facility in the Agriculture District. The site is at 9375 N 1750 East Rd. in Old Town Township. The board may also hear public comment on non-agenda topics and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Case SU-24-14: amendment and renewal of special use permit SU-22-10 for a Commercial Solar Energy Generating Facility on parcels 22-31-100-003 and 22-30-300-002 at 9375 N 1750 East Rd., Bloomington, IL

Board of Review

The McLean County Board of Review will conduct hearings on ten assessment complaints (market value appeals) from property owners. The agenda also includes public comment periods and a preliminary review of assessment complaints before recessing.

• Hearing for docket 2024-000560 – owner Dennis T & Jill R McNeese, parcel 21-13-126-013
• Hearing for docket 2024-000581 – owner Karen J Kinsella & Gerald F Berthel, parcel 14-33-360-001
• Hearing for docket 2024-000571 – owner Tyler Jenkins, parcel 15-31-203-017
• Hearing for docket 2024-000508 – owner Michael A Jones, parcel 14-32-402-002
• Hearing for docket 2024-000555 – owner Kamala D Hefner, parcel 21-18-332-013

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Land Use and Development Committee is considering two escrow agreements for decommissioning: $540,525.40 from Sapphire Sky Wind Energy and $279,161.75 from ASD McLean IL Solar. These items were tabled from the November meeting. The committee will also discuss a text amendment to allow battery energy storage as a special use, which would require a public hearing before the Zoning Board of Appeals. Consent items include approval of previous meeting minutes and bills.

• Approval of escrow agreement with Sapphire Sky Wind Energy LLC for $540,525.40 for decommissioning of 64 wind towers
• Approval of escrow agreement with ASD McLean IL Solar LLC (PureSky Energy) for $279,161.75 for solar farm decommissioning
• Text amendment to zoning ordinance to allow battery energy storage systems as a major utility by special use (tabled from November)
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024 special meeting and November 4, 2024 regular meeting
• Recommendation of bills and transfers to County Board

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will discuss and recommend approval of multiple equipment purchases, including two tandem dump trucks for $283,082. The committee will also consider a joint funding agreement for the Route 66 Bike Trail section from McLean to Funk's Grove, as well as engineering services for the McTurnan Bridge and motor fuel tax resolutions for road projects. The meeting includes a consent agenda for minutes and bills.

• Approval of purchase of two tandem dump trucks from JX Peterbilt for $283,082
• Approval of purchase of dump bodies, hoists, hydraulics, vacuum excavator, and wheel loader
• Route 66 Bike Trail – joint funding agreement, local match appropriation, and IDOT intergovernmental agreement
• Engineering services agreement with WHKS & Co. for McTurnan Bridge
• Motor fuel tax resolutions for Stringtown Road and general county roads

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will hold a monthly meeting to discuss and vote on several financial matters, including reinvesting funds in longer-term CDs and approving invoices for elevator work and construction. They will also discuss a potential bond issue to fund a project for the Bloomington-Normal Water Reclamation District.

• Discussion and vote on reinvesting Commission funds at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank in longer-term CDs
• Discussion of possible Public Building Revenue Bond Issue to fund Bloomington-Normal Water Reclamation District project
• Discussion of modernization of elevators in the Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse
• Vote to approve Otis Elevator Co. invoice No. 34 for $49,525.91 for Law & Justice Center elevator contract
• Vote to approve CORE's 7th pay application of $371,047.85

Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB)

The Emergency Telephone System Board will consider approval of the proposed 2025 budget and financial investments. They will also hear reports on 911 system operations, including call statistics and a CAD project update. Minutes from the October meeting and the treasurer's financial report for September/October are up for approval.

• Approval of proposed 2025 budget
• Approval of financial investments
• Treasurer's financial report for September/October 2024
• Metcom's CAD project update
• Review of 2025 meeting schedule

County Board

The McLean County Board will hold a swearing-in ceremony for new members followed by a reorganization meeting. The board will elect a Temporary Chair, then a Chair and Vice-Chair for two-year terms. Action items include adopting an ordinance to continue the County Board Rules through December 2026, amending the Subdivision of Land and Zoning chapters of the County Code, and approving the Chairman's committee appointments.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair of the County Board
• Ordinance to continue and amend County Board Rules (Chapter 20) until December 2026
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 317 – Subdivision of Land and Chapter 350 – Zoning
• Resolution approving Chairman's appointments to standing committees, subcommittees, and the Liquor Control Commission
• Swearing-in of newly elected County Board members

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to conduct hearings and preliminary reviews of property assessment complaints. These proceedings determine the market value of specific parcels for tax purposes.

• Hearing for parcel 14-14-103-005 (Ebelherr Payton)
• Hearing for parcel 14-15-479-001 (Robdob Properties, LLC)
• Hearing for parcel 21-04-459-011 (Gray Property Management LLC)
• Hearing for parcel 20-14-203-020 (Ervin Jonathan & Jordon)
• Hearing for parcel 21-35-153-013 (Mandros David)

Justice Committee

The Justice Committee's sole action item is to recommend payment of bills and transfers, if any, to the County Board. The agenda is entirely procedural with no substantive discussions or decisions scheduled.

• Recommend payment of Bills and Transfers to the County Board

Finance Committee

The McLean County Board committees are meeting to discuss administrative salary adjustments and security upgrades. The Executive Committee is reviewing a contract to relocate two security cameras at the Health Department Center.

• Proposed contract with SEICO Security Systems for $1,185.00 to relocate two cameras at 200 W. Front St.
• Request for approval of administrative salary adjustments in the Facilities Department
• Payment of bills and transfers for Transportation, Land Use and Development, and Justice committees

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The McLean County Board committees are meeting to review administrative salary adjustments and payment of bills. The Executive Committee is specifically considering a contract to relocate two security cameras at the Health Department Center.

• Contract with SEICO Security Systems for $1,185.00 to relocate two cameras at 200 W. Front St.
• Request for administrative salary adjustments in the Facilities Department
• Recommendation of payment of bills and transfers for Transportation, Land Use and Development, and Justice committees

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider a resolution and contract with SEICO Security Systems for camera relocation at the Health Department building at 200 W. Front St. for $1,185. The Finance Committee will also discuss administrative salary adjustments in the Facilities Department and enter closed session. Other committees will recommend payment of bills and transfers.

• Request approval of administrative salary adjustments in the Facilities Department (closed session)
• Resolution and contract with SEICO Security Systems for camera installation at Health Department, $1,185
• Transportation, Land Use, and Justice committees recommend payment of bills and transfers

Stand Up Meetings

The Finance, Transportation, Land Use and Development, Justice, and Executive Committees of the McLean County Board meet on November 14, 2024. The Finance Committee will discuss administrative salary adjustments and may enter closed session for personnel matters. Other committees will recommend payment of bills. The Executive Committee will consider approving a $1,185 contract with SEICO Security Systems for camera relocation at the Health Department building at 200 W. Front St.

• Finance Committee request for administrative salary adjustments in Facilities Department
• Closed session under Open Meetings Act for personnel discussions
• Resolution and $1,185 contract with SEICO for security camera relocation at 200 W. Front St.
• Transportation, Land Use and Development, and Justice committees will recommend payment of bills and transfers

County Board

The McLean County Board will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2025 budget ordinance, capital improvement plan, full-time equivalent positions, and the 2024 tax levy. They will also vote on a $2,584,000 motor fuel tax maintenance resolution, multiple security improvement contracts, and several social service agreements.

• $2,584,000 Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance Resolution for 2025 county highway maintenance
• Sole-source procurement for security improvements at Government Center (card access) and 200 W. Front St. (card access and cameras) via SEICO
• Agreements for youth outreach, adult counseling, and 24-hour crisis team with McLean County Center for Human Services, and home-based case management with The Baby Fold
• Approval of FY 2025 Compensation Plan and amendment to Chapter 205 Fees for miscellaneous code fees
• Adoption of 2024 Tax Levy Ordinance, full-time equivalent positions resolution, and FY 2025 combined annual appropriation and budget ordinance

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health is meeting to consider approval of seven service agreements for 2025 covering counseling, crisis services, and mental health education. They will also review a correction to the 2025 fee for geothermal loop systems, approve a subaward for climate resiliency, a lab services agreement, and funding for drug court programs. The meeting includes routine items such as bills and minutes.

• Approval of 2025 service agreements with Center for Youth and Family Solutions, Integrity Counseling, McLean County Center for Human Services (Mobile Crisis Unit and Psychiatric Services), PATH 211, Project Oz, and The Baby Fold
• Approval of subaward agreement with Ecology Action Center for the Bloomington-Normal Climate Resiliency Community project
• Approval of Quest Diagnostics Laboratory Services Agreement
• Correction to Chapter 205 fees for Body of Water Loop System from $118 to $122 effective January 1, 2025
• Approval of CY25 funding agreement with McLean County Court Services to support Adult Drug Court and Recovery Court

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The McLean County Board of Health is meeting to approve several 2025 service agreements for mental health, youth, and crisis services. The board will also consider a subaward for the Bloomington-Normal Climate Resiliency Community project and a laboratory services agreement with Quest Diagnostics.

• Payment of $154,894.91 in bills across dental, WIC, and health department programs
• Service agreements for The Center for Youth and Family Solutions, Integrity Counseling, and Project Oz
• Mobile Crisis Unit and Psychiatric Services agreements with McLean County Center for Human Services
• Subaward Agreement with Ecology Action Center for the Bloomington-Normal Climate Resiliency Community project
• Funding agreement with McLean County Court Services for Adult Drug Court and Recovery Court

Board of Review

This meeting of the McLean County Board of Review is largely procedural, including approval of minutes from three prior meetings and public comment periods. The main substantive item is a preliminary review of assessment complaints, though no specific properties or numbers are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from November 4, 6, and 7, 2024
• Preliminary review of assessment complaints (no details provided)

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will discuss a possible bond issue for the Bloomington-Normal Water Reclamation District and vote on several invoices and contracts, including a $648,727 pay application, a negative change order, and two contracts for animal shelter kennels totaling over $460,000.

• Vote to approve CORE's 6th pay application of $648,727.92
• Vote to approve contract with Patterson Veterinary for $362,873.24 for stainless-steel cages and dog run at animal shelter
• Vote to approve contract with Snyder Manufacturing for $97,316.41 for laminate cages at animal shelter
• Discussion of possible bond issue for Bloomington-Normal Water Reclamation District project
• Vote to approve CORE's 3rd change order of -$68,000 for installation of animal kennels

Sheriff's Merit Commission

The Commission is reviewing the approval of several new hires and promotions for the Sheriff's Department. The body is also reviewing the Budget Performance Report and Accumulated Transaction Listings as of October 2024.

• Approval of 5 Correctional Officer interviews from October 22
• Approval of 5 Deputy applicants from October 23
• Approval of 5 Deputy Sergeants for promotion to Lieutenant from October 29
• Approval of 5 Deputies for promotion to Sergeant from November 7
• Review of Budget Performance Report and Accumulated Transaction Listings

Executive Committee

The committee is considering the Fiscal Year 2025 recommended departmental budgets, the combined annual appropriation and budget ordinance, and the 2024 tax levy ordinance. The meeting also includes various appointments to county boards and requests for sole-source security and software procurements.

• Proposed 2024 Tax Levy Ordinance
• Sole source procurement of $24,151.00 to SEICO Security Systems for Government Center improvements
• Sole source procurement for cloud-based digital evidence solutions through Axon Enterprise, Inc. for the Public Defender and State’s Attorney offices
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 205 Miscellaneous Code Fees in the McLean County Code
• Agreement with PIPCO Companies Ltd. for replacement of JDC HVAC Air Handlers

Property Committee

The Property Committee is considering several facility maintenance contracts and the recommended Fiscal Year 2025 budgets for the PBC Lease and Rent/O&M funds. The meeting includes requests for asbestos abatement, demolition, and HVAC replacements across multiple county buildings.

• Proposal from Diamond Design and Construction for interior demolition and lead paint abatement at the Fairview Building for $680,000
• Proposal from D.E.M. Services for asbestos abatement at the Fairview Building for $69,700
• Contract with GIVSCO Construction Company for Public Defender office remodeling
• Agreement with PIPCO Companies Ltd. for JDC HVAC Air Handler replacement
• FY2025 Recommended Budgets for PBC Lease Fund 0161 and PBC Rent/O&M Fund 0162

Health Committee

The McLean County Health Committee will vote on two action items: an ordinance correcting the fee for Body of Water Loop Systems from $115 to $122, and a nursing home private pay rate increase to $252 (semi-private) and $270 (private) per day for 2025. They will also consider a dental services agreement with Dr. Eric Abreu and receive monthly reports from the health department, nursing home, juvenile detention, and jail healthcare.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 205 fees, correcting Body of Water Loop System fee from $115 to $122, effective Jan 1, 2025
• Nursing home private pay rate increase: semi-private from $245 to $252/day, private from $262 to $270/day, effective Feb 1, 2025
• Agreement with Eric Abreu, DDS for correctional healthcare services (no dollar amount specified)
• Monthly reports from health department, nursing home, juvenile detention, and jail healthcare

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to conduct hearings and a preliminary review of assessment complaints. The session focuses on disputes regarding the market value of various properties.

• Assessment complaint hearings for properties including The Oaks on Hovey LLC
• Market value hearings for Cinema Development LLC
• Market value hearings for various properties managed by First Site
• Market value hearings for Sentinel Grocery I LLC
• Market value hearings for various properties managed by Young America Realty

Board of Review

The Board of Review will hold hearings on multiple property assessment complaints for the 2024 tax year, including properties from Normal and Bloomington. The board will also conduct a preliminary review of complaints and take public comment on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Market value complaint hearings for nine properties, including Target Corp (T-0137), Oak Point Apartments, and Heritage Suites of Bloomington
• Complaint for Franke LLC property at 0050 Weikle Dr., Normal
• Complaint for Flanagan Bilton LLC / Target Corp parcels on Weikle Dr.
• Complaint for Meijer Inc. property (Docket 2024-000231)
• Complaint for Phillips Edison & Company (Docket 2024-000387)

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health's Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee will consider approving eight service agreements for 2025, covering counseling, crisis services, and mental health education. They will also discuss an additional $7,099 available for behavioral health programming. The meeting includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Recommend service agreement with The Center for Youth and Family Solutions ($75,000 for counseling outreach for homeless and elderly)
• Recommend service agreement with Integrity Counseling for counseling for uninsured and underinsured
• Recommend two service agreements with McLean County Center for Human Services (Mobile Crisis Unit and Psychiatric Services)
• Recommend two service agreements with PATH (211 Call Center and Suicide Crisis Puppet Show)
• Discussion of additional $7,099 for behavioral health programming

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee will vote on recommending approval of eight service agreements for 2025, covering counseling, crisis services, and mental health education. They will also discuss an additional $7,099 available for behavioral health programming.

• Recommend approval of 8 service agreements for Jan 1–Dec 31, 2025 including Center for Youth and Family Solutions, Integrity Counseling, McLean County Center for Human Services (Mobile Crisis Unit and Psychiatric Services), PATH (211 Call Center and Suicide and Crisis Puppet Show), Project Oz, and The Baby Fold
• Discuss additional $7,099 available for behavioral health programming
• Approve minutes from September 24, 2024 meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on approving an addendum with Cott Systems for digitizing 93 volumes of historic deed books (1940s-1968) at a cost of $39,360, using microfilm from the State Archives. The committee will also consider the FY2025 Compensation Plan, recommended budgets for IMRF and Social Security, and contracts for audit services. A resolution authorizing a litigation settlement and a closed session on pending litigation are on the agenda. Routine items include approval of bills, transfers, and minutes.

• Request approval of addendum with Cott Systems for digitizing 93 deed record books (1940s-1968) for $39,360
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2025 Compensation Plan
• Approval of FY2025 recommended budgets for IMRF Fund 0131 and Social Security Expense Fund 0130
• Approval of Statements of Work with outside auditor for audit and assertion-based examination services
• Authorization of resolution approving litigation settlement (closed session)

Public Building Commission

The regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Public Building Commission of McLean County scheduled for November 5, 2024, has been cancelled.

Justice Committee

The Justice Committee will review several grant approvals and intergovernmental agreements. A primary focus is a $749,954 federal grant to establish a family treatment court for adults at risk of losing children due to substance use. The body will also consider a construction contract for the Public Defender's office.

• Approval of $749,954 OJJDP grant for the McLean County Family Treatment Court
• Contract with GIVSCO Construction Company for remodeling the Public Defender’s office
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Bloomington, Normal, and McLean County for 2024 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant
• Intergovernmental Agreement between McLean and Logan Counties for the Court Appointed Special Advocates Program
• Memorandum of Understanding for Youth Diversion Collaboration between Bloomington Police, Normal Police, Sheriff's Department, and Juvenile Court Services

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings on assessment complaints for several commercial properties, including Menards, Home Depot, and others, all appealing their market value assessments. The board will also review complaints preliminarily and take public comment.

• Hearing for Menards Inc. (docket 2024-000217)
• Hearing for Home Depot USA Inc. (docket 2024-000313)
• Hearing for Diamond Huels PC Dora LLC (docket 2024-000326)
• Hearing for Evergreen Village Supportive Living LLC (docket 2024-000224)
• Hearing for Aportillos Hot Dogs LLC (docket 2024-000221)

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Land Use and Development Committee will discuss a zoning ordinance amendment to allow Battery Energy Storage Systems as a Major Utility. The body is also reviewing two escrow agreements for the decommissioning of wind and solar energy projects.

• Proposed text amendment to Zoning Ordinance for Battery Energy Storage Systems
• Escrow Agreement for Sapphire Sky Wind Energy LLC decommissioning in the amount of $540,525.40
• Escrow Agreement for ASD McLean IL Solar I decommissioning in the amount of $279,161.75

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will vote on a resolution appropriating $2,584,000 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for county road maintenance in 2025, and on a services agreement with Johnson Controls for fire and security testing. A project update on Pipeline Road / PJ Keller Highway (CH 31/8) will be presented for information. Consent items include approval of October 8 meeting minutes and any bills or transfers.

• Approve 2025 Motor Fuel Tax Maintenance Resolution and Estimate of Cost — $2,584,000
• Approve Services Agreement with Johnson Controls for Fire & Security Testing and Inspection
• Receive project summary for Pipeline Road / PJ Keller Highway (19-00192-00-RS) — 45% complete, $1.83M contract
• Consent agenda: approve Oct. 8, 2024 minutes and recommend bills/transfers to County Board

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to conduct hearings and preliminary reviews of assessment complaints. The session includes opportunities for public comment on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Assessment Complaint Hearings
• Preliminary Review of Assessment Complaints

Board of Review

The McLean County Board of Review will hold assessment complaint hearings and conduct a preliminary review of complaints. The meeting is largely procedural, with public comment periods and other business items.

• Assessment complaint hearings (schedule attached)
• Preliminary review of assessment complaints
• Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct a preliminary review of assessment complaints. The meeting includes opportunities for public comment on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Approval of October 17, 2024 minutes
• Preliminary review of assessment complaints

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The McLean County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will hear updates on criminal justice research from Illinois State University, behavioral health programs, the Life Long Access Program, Family Treatment Court, and case management systems. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• ISU Stevenson Center criminal justice research presentation
• Behavioral Health Program update from Marita Landreth
• Life Long Access Program overview
• Family Treatment Court update from Judge J. Brian Goldrick
• Case Management Systems update from William Scanlon and Craig Nelson

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to conduct hearings and a preliminary review of assessment complaints. The body will hear testimony regarding the market value and classification of specific properties.

• Market value hearing for parcel 08-29-302-009 (Daily Ben & Mary)
• Market value hearing for parcel 32-28-132-011 (Hensley Daniel D)
• Market value hearing for parcel 08-07-151-023 (Bowers Kurt T & Stephanie)
• Market value hearing for parcel 26-36-400-004 (Oldcastle Lawn & Garden Inc)
• Classification hearing for parcel 13-34-180-002 (Smith Tracey)

County Board

The McLean County Board will vote on two commercial solar farm special-use permits (10 MW in Hudson Township and 5 MW in Bellflower Township), a resolution supporting state action to protect the Mahomet Aquifer, and several other items including road resurfacing, employee holiday schedule, and health insurance rates for fiscal year 2025.

• Special use for Hudson Twp Solar LLC (up to 10 MW) on 80 acres southwest of 2500 North Rd. and 1600 East Rd.
• Special use for Bellflower Twp Solar LLC (5 MW) on property east of 3800 East Rd., 1/3 mile south of 100 North Rd.
• Resolution supporting state action to protect the Mahomet Aquifer
• Motor Fuel Tax resolution for resurfacing Towanda-Gridley Road (CH 29) from 2000 North Rd. to 2550 North Rd., $100,000
• Resolution establishing 2025 holiday schedule for county employees and setting health/life insurance rates for FY2025

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider a resolution supporting state action to protect the Mahomet Aquifer, along with approval of FY2025 budgets for multiple county departments. Other items include appointments to boards, a $30,000 grant for jail-based medication-assisted recovery, a hospice respite services agreement, and resolutions regarding mobile home tax sale certificates.

• Resolution supporting state action to protect the Mahomet Aquifer
• Approval of FY2025 recommended budgets for Regional Planning Commission, Information Technologies, Shared Sales Tax Fund, County Board, and County Administrator's Office
• $30,000 Illinois Medication Assisted Recovery Learning Collaborative Implementation Grant for jail staff training and treatment
• Resolutions authorizing the County Board Chair to assign, cancel, or execute deeds on mobile home tax sale certificates
• Hospice Patient Respite Services Agreement between OSF Healthcare System and McLean County Nursing Home

METCOM Operations Board

The METCOM Operations Board will consider approving its proposed 2025 budget as an action item. The board will also review expenditures for August and September 2024, hear department updates on staffing and system issues, and approve minutes from the August 9 meeting. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.

• Action item: Approval of proposed 2025 budget
• Review of expenditures for August and September 2024
• Department matters including problem reports, outages, and staffing updates
• Approval of minutes from August 9, 2024 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for December 13, 2024

Property Committee

The McLean County Property Committee will consider several action items including a $19,900 change order for the Government Center north elevator modernization, a new elevator maintenance contract addendum for the Jail Annex and Health Department at $1,850/month, and approval of the FY2025 budgets for Facilities Management and Parks and Recreation. The committee will also discuss the Capital Improvement Plan and receive monthly reports from staff.

• Change order for Government Center north elevator modernization: $19,900 for cab flooring/ceiling and hoistway waterproofing
• Elevator maintenance contract addendum for Jail Annex and Health Department: $1,850/month for five conveyances
• FY2025 budget approval for Facilities Management (Fund 0001, Dept 0041) covering eight programs including Juvenile Detention, Metcom, Health Department, etc.
• FY2025 budget approval for Parks and Recreation (Fund 0001, Dept 0040) covering Park Operations and Recreational Services programs
• Capital Improvement Plan (distributed separately) for the committee's review

Health Committee

The Health Committee will vote on several FY2024 recommended budgets, including for the Health Department (multiple grant funds and programs), Nursing Home, and Jail Medical/Correctional Health Services. They will also consider a Hospice Patient Respite Services Agreement between OSF Healthcare and the county nursing home. Informational reports on jail healthcare, health department activities, and juvenile detention healthcare will be presented.

• Approval of FY2024 recommended budget for Health Department funds 0061, 0102-0112 with multiple programs
• Approval of FY2024 recommended budget for Nursing Home Fund 0401 (Department 0090)
• Approval of FY2024 recommended budget for Juvenile Detention Medical and Jail Medical programs (Tort Judgement Fund 0135)
• Request approval of Hospice Patient Respite Services Agreement between OSF Healthcare System and McLean County Nursing Home
• Consent agenda includes approval of September 5, 2024 minutes and bills/transfers

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss recommended Fiscal Year 2025 budgets for several departments, including the County Clerk, Treasurer, and Animal Control. The body will also consider resolutions regarding mobile home tax sale certificates and health insurance rates for FY 2025.

• FY 2025 Recommended Budgets for County Auditor, Treasurer, Veterans Assistance, Historical Museum, Bloomington Election Commission, Assessment Office, County Clerk, Co-Operative Extension, Animal Control, and Tort Judgement
• Resolution establishing health and life insurance coverage rates for Fiscal Year 2025
• Request to pay Commerce Bank $102.01 for missing receipts from Circle K and USPS
• Resolutions to assign or cancel Mobile Home Tax Sale Certificates of Purchase
• Resolutions authorizing the County Board Chair to execute Deeds of Conveyance

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The Board of Health will consider approving $1,800,000 in CY25 behavioral health funding for eight local programs, including crisis response, counseling, and youth services. They will also vote on a Narcan vending machine memorandum of understanding. Consent agenda includes $263,354.53 in bills and a third-quarter budget report.

• Approval of $673,244.29 for McLean County Center for Human Services psychiatric services
• Approval of $280,000 for The Baby Fold Healthy Start program
• Approval of $268,196.70 for Project Oz mental health education
• Approval of Narcan Vending Machine Memorandum of Understanding template
• Consent agenda bills totaling $263,354.53 for September 2024

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health is meeting to approve funding for several behavioral health providers and a Narcan vending machine memorandum of understanding. The board will also review the 3rd Quarter Budget Report and the Health Department Administrator's report.

• Proposed CY25 Behavioral Health funding including $673,244.29 for McLean County Center for Human Services Psychiatric Services
• Proposed CY25 Behavioral Health funding including $280,000 for The Baby Fold Healthy Start
• Proposed CY25 Behavioral Health funding including $268,196.70 for Project Oz Mental Health Education
• Approval of Narcan Vending Machine Memorandum of Understanding Template
• Payment of bills totaling $263,354.53

HD - Mental Health Advisory Board Agendas and Minutes

The Mental Health Advisory Board is meeting to review structural changes and strategic priorities for the Behavioral Health Coordination Council for July 2024-2025. The board will also discuss the current strengths and needs of the McLean County Behavioral Health Service System.

• Approval of 4-23-24 meeting minutes
• BHCC structural changes and Strategic Priorities for July 2024-2025
• Review of McLean County Behavioral Health Service System strengths and needs

HD - Mental Health Advisory Board Agendas with Attachments

The Mental Health Advisory Board will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss recent structural changes to the Behavioral Health Coordination Council (BHCC), including a new ordinance passed in July 2024 that established the BHCC as an independent forum and created a separate Funding Advisory Council. Members will also review the BHCC's 2025 strategic priorities, which focus on public awareness, access to care, shelter space, workforce development, and data governance.

• Approve minutes from April 23, 2024 MHAB meeting
• Discussion of BHCC structural changes under new county ordinance (adopted July 11, 2024)
• Review of BHCC Strategic Priorities for July 2024-2025: enhancing public awareness, supporting access to behavioral health care, increasing shelter space, workforce recruitment, and data governance
• Discussion of current strengths and needs of McLean County's behavioral health system aligned with BHCC priorities
• Note: $1,500,000 budget for community projects through 2025 was approved August 19, 2024

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Land Use and Development Committee is meeting to consider the Fiscal Year 2025 recommended budgets for two departments. The body will also review building permit and home start data from August 2024.

• FY 2025 Recommended Budget for Department of Building and Zoning (Expense total: $396,273)
• FY 2025 Recommended Budget for Solid Waste Management Fund (Expense total: $37,097)
• August 2024 permit report showing 132 total permits and 21 home starts year-to-date

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Land Use & Transportation Committee will consider the Highway Department's Fiscal Year 2025 budget and a five-year capital improvement plan. The body will also discuss transferring rural transportation funding to Connect Transit and approve specific road and bridge projects.

• Proposed $100,000 for preliminary design and environmental clearances to resurface Towanda-Gridley Road
• Proposed $21,000 for riprap installation at Structure 057-4513 (Sellars Bridge) in Funk’s Grove Road District
• Resolution to transfer Section 5311 and DOAP rural transportation funding to Connect Transit
• Approval of Highway Department FY2025 Budget for Highway, Bridge Matching, County Matching, and Motor Fuel Tax funds
• Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for the Highway Department

Sheriff's Merit Commission

The commission is meeting to review personnel approvals and upcoming promotional exams. The body is also reviewing the Budget Performance Report and Accumulated Transaction Listings as of September 1, 2024.

• Merit approval of Deputies Jonathan Gardner, Adam Burris, and Justin Fleck
• Merit Lieutenant promotion exam scheduled for October 17 at 4pm
• Deputy Sergeant’s exam scheduled for October 23 at 4pm
• Approval of one Corrections applicant interviewed August 13, 2024
• Review of Budget Performance Report and Accumulated Transaction Listings

Justice Committee

The Justice Committee will consider approval of FY2025 recommended budgets for multiple justice departments, including Sheriff, State's Attorney, Circuit Clerk, and others. They will also vote on several contracts and agreements, including a $15,000 contract with the Center for Youth and Family Solutions, a grant agreement with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, and an Emergency Response Good Neighbor Agreement with One Earth Sequestration, LLC that was tabled from September. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and a possible closed session.

• Approval of FY2025 recommended budgets for State's Attorney, Coroner, Children's Advocacy Center, Circuit Clerk, Court Services, Public Defender, Metro Com Center, Sheriff, Merit Board, Jury Commission, and Circuit Court
• Request approval of an agreement with Center for Youth and Family Solutions under Adult Redeploy Illinois grant ($15,000)
• Request approval of a Grant Agreement with Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security for Sheriff (Agreement No. 25REPMCLEA)
• Request approval of an Emergency Response Good Neighbor Agreement with One Earth Sequestration, LLC (tabled from September)
• Request approval of a contract for a Special Assistant State's Attorney for specialty courts

Board of Review

The McLean County Board of Review will conduct hearings on property assessment complaints and review preliminary assessments. No specific properties or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda. The meeting also includes public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items.

• Assessment complaint hearings (schedule attached but not provided in agenda text)
• Preliminary review of assessment complaints
• Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items allowed

Zoning Board of Appeals

The McLean County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and make recommendations to the County Board on two special use applications for commercial solar energy facilities: one up to 10 MW in Hudson Township and one 5 MW in Bellflower Township. The board will also take public comment on non-agenda topics and discuss petitions.

• Case SU-24-12: Hudson Twp Solar LLC requests special use for up to 10 MW solar facility near 2500 North Rd. and 1600 East Rd.
• Case SU-24-13: Bellflower Twp Solar LLC requests special use for 5 MW solar facility east of 3800 East Rd., 1/3 mile south of 100 North Rd.
• Public comment period for non-agenda items (up to 20 minutes total, 3 minutes per speaker)

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will hold its monthly meeting to introduce a new commissioner, approve prior minutes and the treasurer's report, and vote on several invoices and contingency authorizations for ongoing projects, including elevator modernization at the Law & Justice Center and the animal control shelter. Commissioners will also discuss a possible revenue bond issue for a future Bloomington-Normal Water Reclamation District project.

• Discussion and vote to approve Otis Elevator Co. invoice ($15,843.40) for judges' elevator modernization contract
• Vote to approve CORE’s fifth pay application ($344,850.12)
• Vote to approve Williamson Excavating invoice ($129,271.00)
• Multiple design contingency authorizations for the animal control shelter: epoxy coating ($35,248), pressure tank ($12,579), septic rework ($16,114), and a negative $15,292 for fire suppression tank layout changes
• Discussion of possible public building revenue bond issue for the Bloomington-Normal Water Reclamation District project

Public Building Commission

The Board of Commissioners will hold its annual reorganizational meeting on October 1, 2024, to elect officers, ratify insurance policies for the 2024-2025 policy year with total payments of $59,307, and re-select depositories. The agenda also includes reports on continuing disclosure compliance and post-issuance tax matters for bond issues, plus votes to retain legal counsel, treasurer, and auditor for fiscal 2025.

• Re-election of Thomas W. Novosad as Chairman, William A. Zimmerman as Vice Chairman, and Terry L. Reid as Secretary; election of James A. Fruin as Assistant Treasurer
• Ratification of insurance policies totaling $59,307: $8,023 for public officials liability, $9,245 for umbrella/excess liability, $500 for business auto, $39,034 for general liability and terrorism, and $2,505 for surety bonds
• Re-selection of PNC, J.P. Morgan Chase, Heartland Bank & Trust, Clock Tower Bank, and PMA Securities as depositories for various funds
• Legal counsel’s report on PMA Securities’ continuing disclosure compliance for the Public Building Commission
• Post-issuance compliance and tax matters report for Series 2015 and Series 2022 public building revenue bonds

Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB)

The McLean County Emergency Telephone System Board will meet to approve financial reports, tower site security measures, and radio diagnostic tools. They will also receive updates on the Metcom CAD project and a roofing project. The meeting includes reports from the 911 System Manager and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of financial report for July/August 2024
• Approval of tower site security
• Approval of radio diagnostic tools
• Update on Metcom's CAD project
• Update on roofing project

Mental Health and Public Safety Fund Advisory Council

The council will review the status of the BHCC and discuss process changes for 2025. Members are scheduled to vote on bylaw amendments and set the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Adoption of Bylaw Amendments
• Selection of Annual and Special Meetings for 2025
• Review of BHCC status

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to perform a preliminary review of assessment complaints. The meeting includes opportunities for public comment on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Preliminary review of assessment complaints

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee will review and recommend funding for 13 behavioral health proposals totaling over $2.69 million for calendar year 2025. The committee will also vote on approving minutes from June 4, 2024, and receive an informational update on the CY24 second-quarter program report.

• Chestnut Health Systems: Adult Psychiatry - $661,052.16
• McLean County Center for Human Services: Psychiatric Services - $673,244.29
• McLean County Center for Human Services: Mobile Crisis Unit - $253,246.59
• The Baby Fold: Healthy Start - $302,927.25
• Project Oz: Mental Health Education for Youth and Families - $268,196.70

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The Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee is reviewing and recommending funding for 13 different service proposals for the 2025 calendar year. The committee is also reviewing the Quarter Two 2024 program report summary.

• McLean County Center for Human Services: Psychiatric Services proposal for $673,244.29
• Chestnut Health Systems: Adult Psychiatry proposal for $661,052.16
• The Baby Fold: Healthy Start proposal for $302,927.25
• Project Oz: Mental Health Education for Youth and Families proposal for $268,196.70
• McLean County Center for Human Services: Mobile Crisis Unit proposal for $253,246.59

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Land Use and Development Committee will consider two procedural items: approval of invoices totaling $1,107.87 and approval of minutes from the August 6 regular meeting. No substantive land-use or transportation actions are on the agenda.

• Approval of invoices in the amount of $1,107.87
• Approval of minutes from the August 6, 2024 regular meeting

The Land Use and Development Committee held a special meeting and approved invoices totaling $1,107.87. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 6, 2024 regular meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved invoices in the amount of $1,107.87
• Approved minutes from the August 6, 2024 regular meeting

Stand Up Meetings

The Land Use and Development Committee will consider approval of $1,107.87 in invoices and minutes from its August 6 meeting. The agenda contains only routine procedural items.

• Approval of invoices totaling $1,107.87
• Approval of minutes from the August 6, 2024 regular meeting

County Board

The County Board will discuss the recommended Fiscal Year 2025 budget and Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. The body is also deciding on several zoning applications, including three solar power facility renewals and a residential special use request.

• Contract award to Stark Excavating, Inc. for $618,905.50 for the Leonard Culvert project
• Three special use renewals for solar power generating facilities by PureSky Energy
• Proposed ordinance amending fees for Food Service and Sewage Disposal Systems
• Project Development Agreement with Johnson Controls for generator replacement at 200 W. Front Street
• Motor Fuel Tax Resolution of $25,000 for construction engineering on Seminary Street

The McLean County Board approved the FY2025 budget and a five-year capital improvement plan, along with a consent agenda containing numerous contracts, agreements, and zoning cases. The board also unanimously approved several ordinances, including amendments to licensed businesses, fee schedules, and property use regulations. All actions were approved as presented, with no items denied or tabled.

• Approved FY2025 budget and Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Approved consent agenda including construction letting, engineering services, and solar special use renewals
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with ROE #17 (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 257, Licensed Businesses (unanimous)
• Approved Voter Registration State Grant of $132,784.57 (unanimous)
• Approved fee increases for food service and sewage disposal permits (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for Veterans' Treatment Court (unanimous)
• Approved Violent Crime Victims Assistance Program Grant of $42,000 (unanimous)

Board of Review

The McLean County Board of Review convenes for a procedural meeting. They will approve prior minutes and conduct a preliminary review of assessment complaints. No specific properties or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Preliminary review of assessment complaints

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The McLean County Board of Health will consider approving the CY25 Health Department budget, a fee resolution, and several grants. Consent agenda includes bills totaling $152,006.03 for August 2024. Committee reports and the administrator's report will also be presented.

• Approval of CY25 McLean County Health Department budget
• Approval of Fee Resolution
• Approval of Lifestyle Coach Assistance Program Grant
• Approval of Proposal from Patterson Dental
• Consent agenda bills: $152,006.03 total for August 2024

The McLean County Board of Health approved the CY25 health department budget, a fee resolution, and a grant for the Lifestyle Coach Assistance Program. A proposal from Patterson Dental received no action. The meeting was otherwise routine, with no public participation.

• Approved CY25 McLean County Health Department budget (motion by Selzer/Kohlhase)
• Approved Fee Resolution (motion by Schafer/Selzer)
• Approved Lifestyle Coach Assistance Program Grant (motion by Tello/Galue)
• No action taken on Patterson Dental proposal

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The Board of Health will meet to approve the CY25 Health Department budget and a fee resolution. The body will also consider a grant for the Lifestyle Coach Assistance Program and a proposal from Patterson Dental.

• Approval of the CY25 McLean County Health Department Budget
• Approval of Fee Resolution
• Approval of the Lifestyle Coach Assistance Program Grant
• Approval of Proposal from Patterson Dental
• Payment of bills totaling $152,006.03

The McLean County Board of Health approved the consent agenda, including $152,006.03 in bills for August 2024. The board also approved the CY25 budget, a fee resolution increasing the COVID-19 vaccine price, a $35,971.60 grant for diabetes prevention, and a proposal from Patterson Dental for new practice management software. The meeting included reports from various divisions and committees.

• Approved August 2024 bills totaling $152,006.03
• Approved CY25 McLean County Health Department Budget
• Approved Fee Resolution increasing Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine (12+) fee from $125.00 to $135.00
• Approved Lifestyle Coach Assistance Program Grant from IDPH for $35,971.60
• Approved Patterson Dental proposal for Fuse software, total cost $6,271.00

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The McLean County Board of Health Budget Committee will receive an update on the CY25 budget, which includes a $5,432 increase and reduced tax rate. The committee will also discuss fee adjustments and review county-wide public mental health funding. No final votes are scheduled; these are discussion and informational items.

• CY25 budget update: $5,432 increase, reduced tax rate from 10% to 8% EAV, increased Fund 112 fund balance usage from $538,611 to $807,429
• Discussion of fee changes for health department services
• Review of county-wide public mental health funding
• Dental sealant grant and WIC grant budget details included

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is discussing various departmental actions, including fee amendments for food service and sewage systems. The body is also reviewing intergovernmental agreements and proposals for county facility maintenance and language services.

• Proposal from Propio LS, LLC for interpretation and translation services for Behavioral Health Coordination
• Ordinance amendments for Chapter 205 Fees regarding Food Service and Sewage Disposal Systems
• Project Development Agreement with Johnson Controls for generator replacement at 200 W. Front Street
• Agreement with Stewart Spreading Inc. for COMLARA Park Sewage Treatment Plant Rehabilitation
• Intergovernmental Agreement for a Veterans’ Treatment Court Coordinator with Ford, Livingston, Logan, and Woodford counties

The McLean County Executive Committee approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes and invoices totaling $319,348.49. It recommended approval of several items for the full Board, including a translation services contract, state grants, fee ordinance amendments, an intergovernmental agreement for a Veterans' Treatment Court Coordinator, a county property use ordinance, and agreements for sewage treatment and education services. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda with invoices totaling $319,348.49
• Recommended approval of Propio LS LLC translation services contract
• Recommended approval of Voter Registration State Grant from Illinois Board of Elections
• Recommended approval of fee ordinance amendments for food service and sewage/water/geothermal systems
• Recommended approval of intergovernmental agreement for Veterans' Treatment Court Coordinator
• Recommended approval of Violent Crime Victims Assistance Program Grant Agreement
• Recommended approval of ordinance on use of county cul-de-sacs, loading docks, sallyports, and parking lots
• Recommended approval of agreement with Stewart Spreading Inc. for COMLARA Park sewage treatment plant rehabilitation

Property Committee

The committee will consider several action items, including a project development agreement with Johnson Controls to replace the 49-year-old emergency generator at the McLean County Health Department, a $66,500 phase III carpet replacement at the Government Center, and an ordinance regulating use of county parking lots and cul-de-sacs. They will also vote on bills and transfers, and receive updates on Parks and Facilities projects.

• Request approval of Project Development Agreement with Johnson Controls for generator replacement at 200 W. Front Street (Health Department)
• Request approval of $66,500 carpet replacement phase III at Government Center (104 W Front Street)
• Request approval for McLean County Museum of History to install concrete pad on Old Courthouse Square
• Ordinance pertaining to use of cul-de-sacs, loading docks, sallyports, and parking lots owned by McLean County
• Resolution authorizing temporary closure of East Street Parking Lot for public event on September 13–14, 2024

Health Committee

The Health Committee will discuss and potentially recommend two ordinances amending Chapter 205 fees for food service and sewage disposal systems, as part of the 2025 budget. The committee will also consider approving an affiliation agreement with Ohio Medical Career College for the nursing home. Consent items include approval of August meeting minutes and recommending payment of bills.

• 3% increase for all food service permit fees in Chapter 205 Section 205-35
• 3% increase for most sewage/water well/geothermal permit fees in Section 205-40, plus a sand filter permit fee hike from $168 to $260
• Increase in sewage disposal installer license fee from $50 to $100
• New fees for additional septic tanks ($50 each), Illinois Raised Filter Bed ($260), Presby system ($173), and variance review ($50)
• Request to approve an Affiliation Agreement with Ohio Medical Career College for the nursing home

The McLean County Health Committee recommended approval of two ordinances amending county fees for food service and sewage/water well/geothermal systems, marking the first fee increase since 2021. The committee also approved an affiliation agreement with Ohio Medical Career College for nursing home clinicals. All motions carried unanimously.

• Recommended approval of fee increase ordinance for Chapter 216 Food Service (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of fee increase ordinance for Chapter 310 Sewage Disposal, Water Wells, Geothermal (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of Affiliation Agreement with Ohio Medical Career College (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda including August 8, 2024 minutes and invoices (motion carried)

Finance Committee

The McLean County Finance Committee will consider accepting a $132,784.57 Voter Registration State Grant from the Illinois State Board of Elections for FY24. The committee also will review requests to cancel three MH Tax Sale Certificates and receive monthly financial reports from the Treasurer, Animal Control, Auditor, and County Clerk. The agenda includes public appearances and consent agenda approval of bills and minutes from August 7.

• Approval of $132,784.57 Voter Registration State Grant from Illinois State Board of Elections
• Cancelation of MH Tax Sale Certificate 2021-90032 for parcel MB-00-0187A
• Cancelation of MH Tax Sale Certificate 2021-90070 for parcel SG-00-0085
• Cancelation of MH Tax Sale Certificate 2021-90075 for parcel SG-00-0209
• County Treasurer's Monthly Financial Reports (to be distributed)

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The McLean County Board of Health By Laws Review Committee is meeting to discuss proposed updates to the current bylaws. The meeting is scheduled for September 4, 2024, at the McLean County Health Department.

• Discussion of proposed updates to the current bylaws

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The committee is reviewing several construction and engineering agreements, including a bid for a concrete box culvert and management services for a new cold storage building. Members will also discuss Motor Fuel Tax resolutions for road improvements.

• Contract award to Stark Excavating, Inc. for $618,905.50 for the Leonard Culvert project on 3700 East Road
• Engineering Services Agreement with Chastain & Associates for $98,768 for the Leonard Culvert project
• Motor Fuel Tax Resolution of $25,000 for construction engineering on Seminary Street
• Construction Management Services Agreement with Midwest Construction Professionals for a new cold storage building on Route 9
• Motor Fuel Tax Resolution for Stringtown Road (CH 32)

The Transportation Committee recommended approval of a resolution for the August 27, 2024 Construction Letting, funded entirely by township bridge funds. It also recommended approval of a Motor Fuel Tax Resolution for Seminary Street, an Engineering Services Agreement with Chastain & Associates for the Leonard Culvert project, and a Motor Fuel Tax Resolution for Stringtown Road. A proposed Construction Management Services Agreement with Midwest Construction Professionals died for lack of a second. The committee approved the consent agenda including Highway Department invoices of $3,744,365.74.

• Approved consent agenda including Highway Department invoices of $3,744,365.74 (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of Resolution for Aug. 27, 2024 Construction Letting (motion carried)
• Construction Management Services Agreement with Midwest Construction Professionals died for lack of a second
• Recommended approval of Motor Fuel Tax Resolution for Seminary Street (CH 27) (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of Engineering Services Agreement with Chastain & Associates for Leonard Culvert (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of Motor Fuel Tax Resolution for Stringtown Road (CH 32) (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and make recommendations on four special use requests and one zoning text amendment. The text amendment (ZA-24-01) proposes deleting the 200-foot separation requirement for major utilities from R-1 and R-2 residential districts. Other cases include a special use for a single-family home on unsuitable farmland near 1700 East Rd. and three requests to amend and renew special use permits for solar generating facilities by PureSky Energy in Gridley and Bloomington townships.

• Case SU-24-08: special use for single-family residence on unsuitable farmland in Randolph Township east of 1700 East Rd. and 1/2 mile north of US Rte. 136
• Case ZA-24-01: text amendment to delete 200-foot separation requirement for Major Utility from R-1 and R-2 districts
• Case SU-24-09: amend/renew solar facility special use at 31039 N 2280 East Rd., Gridley Township (PureSky Energy)
• Case SU-24-10: amend/renew solar facility special use south of 925 North Rd. east of US 51 in Bloomington Township (PureSky Energy)
• Case SU-24-11: amend/renew solar facility special use north of Old Colonial Rd. and 1600 East Rd. in Bloomington Township (PureSky Energy)

The McLean County Zoning Board of Appeals recommended approval of all five agenda items, including a special use for a single-family residence, a zoning text amendment to remove a 200-foot separation requirement for major utilities, and three solar farm special use amendments/renewals. All votes were unanimous (7-0) with two members absent. The recommendations will go to the County Board for final action.

• Recommended approval of special use SU-24-08 for a single-family residence in A-Agriculture District (7-0)
• Recommended approval of text amendment ZA-24-01 to delete 200-foot separation requirement for major utilities from R-1 and R-2 districts (7-0)
• Recommended approval of solar farm special use amendment/renewal SU-24-09 in Gridley Township (7-0)
• Recommended approval of solar farm special use amendment/renewal SU-24-10 in Bloomington Township (7-0)
• Recommended approval of solar farm special use amendment/renewal SU-24-11 in Bloomington Township (7-0)
• Approved minutes from August 6, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will discuss and vote on multiple invoices for elevator modernization and facility construction. The board will also review the Animal Control Shelter Project and elevator updates at the Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse.

• Otis Elevator Co. invoices totaling $356,721.08 for Judges' and Law & Justice Center elevators
• CORE 4th Pay Application for $372,710.04
• Ameren Illinois down payment of $22,097.48 for Electric System Extension Agreement
• Williamson Excavating, LLC. change order for $23,194.50
• Entre Solutions II invoice for $2,780.00 for communications cabling

The Public Building Commission approved multiple payments for the Law & Justice Center elevator modernization and the Animal Control Shelter project, including a $145,011.55 invoice from Otis Elevator Co. and a $372,710.04 pay application from CORE. A $23,194.50 change order for Williamson Excavating was also approved. The Commission received updates on the shelter project, which remains on schedule with a contract total of approximately $8.8 million.

• Approved Otis Elevator Co. Invoice #29 for $145,011.55 (unanimous)
• Approved Entre Solutions II invoice for $2,780.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Otis Elevator Co. Invoice #30 for $55,716.64 (unanimous)
• Approved Otis Elevator Co. Invoice #31 for $111,433.27 (unanimous)
• Approved Otis Elevator Co. Invoice #32 for $44,559.57 (unanimous)
• Approved Farnsworth Group invoice for $11,529.60 (unanimous)
• Approved CORE 4th pay application for $372,710.04 (unanimous)
• Approved Williamson Excavating change order for $23,194.50 (unanimous)

Justice Committee

The Justice Committee will review an intergovernmental agreement to share benefit costs for a Veterans’ Treatment Court Coordinator among five counties. The body will also consider a grant for crime victims and an emergency response agreement with a private company.

• Intergovernmental Agreement for Veterans’ Treatment Court Coordinator benefits (McLean County share: 59.6%)
• Violent Crime Victims Assistance Program Grant Agreement with the State of Illinois Office of the Attorney General
• Emergency Response Good Neighbor Agreement with One Earth Sequestration, LLC
• Approval of bills and transfers to the County Board

The McLean County Justice Committee met on September 3, 2024, and approved routine items including minutes, bills, and two intergovernmental agreements. The committee tabled a proposed Emergency Response Good Neighbor Agreement with One Earth Sequestration, LLC until the October 8 meeting, citing concerns about timing and incomplete safety planning. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from July 11 and August 6, 2024 meetings
• Approved bills totaling $382,164.47
• Recommended approval of Intergovernmental Agreement for Veterans' Treatment Court Coordinator (5 counties)
• Recommended approval of Violent Crime Victims Assistance Program Grant Agreement (Grant #25-1030)
• Tabled Emergency Response Good Neighbor Agreement with One Earth Sequestration, LLC until October 8, 2024

Mental Health and Public Safety Fund Advisory Council

This is the organization meeting of the new Mental Health and Public Safety Fund Advisory Council (FAC). The council will elect a presiding officer, consider adopting bylaws, and make budget recommendations for community behavioral health initiatives ($3,544,754) and criminal justice services related to detention and behavioral health ($1,690,321). These recommendations will go to the McLean County Board for allocation of the Special Mental Health and Public Safety Fund.

• Election of presiding officer for one-year term
• Consideration and potential adoption of FAC bylaws
• Recommended budget for Community Behavioral Health Initiatives totaling $3,544,754
• Recommended budget for Criminal Justice Services related to detention and behavioral health totaling $1,690,321
• Review of the Reorganization Plan establishing the Behavioral Health Coordinating Council and FAC

Justice Committee

The McLean County Board Justice Committee will consider two action items: a $39,786 contract with Taza Construction to replace flooring in the coroner's morgue at the Law and Justice Center, and a proposal from KED Bluestone for engineering work on a UPS system replacement at the same facility.

• Request to approve $39,786 floor replacement in coroner's morgue (Taza Construction)
• Request to approve engineering work for UPS system replacement at Law and Justice Center (KED Bluestone)
• Flooring project includes elastomeric polyurethane with antimicrobial coating at 104 W. Front Street, Bloomington

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Justice Committee will consider two construction contracts: replacing the coroner's morgue flooring for $39,786 and engineering for a UPS system replacement. The Transportation Committee will consider approving an amended construction management services agreement with Midwest Construction Professionals.

• Approval of $39,786 proposal from Taza Construction for morgue flooring replacement (1,000 sq ft elastomeric system)
• Approval of proposal from KED Bluestone for engineering work on UPS system replacement at Law and Justice Center
• Approval of amended construction management services agreement with Midwest Construction Professionals

Stand Up Meetings

The Justice and Transportation committees will consider three action items: replacing the Coroner's Morgue flooring for $39,786, approving engineering work for the UPS system at the Law and Justice Center, and amending a construction management services agreement with Midwest Construction Professionals. These items are scheduled for votes at the August 15, 2024 stand-up meetings.

• Approval of $39,786 proposal from Taza Construction to replace flooring in the McLean County Coroner's Morgue at the Law and Justice Center (104 W. Front St., Bloomington).
• Approval of proposal from KED Bluestone for engineering work on replacement of the UPS system in the Law and Justice Center.
• Approval of amended construction management services agreement with Midwest Construction Professionals.

County Board

The County Board will discuss boundary modifications for the Bloomington-Normal Enterprise Zone to accommodate Rivian expansion. The body is also reviewing agreements for a new Animal Control Center and various infrastructure contracts.

• Boundary modifications to the Bloomington-Normal Enterprise Zone for Rivian expansion
• Contract for aluminum box culvert in Anchor Township with Metal Culverts, Inc. for $60,797.55
• Special use application for J&A Grain, LLC to expand an Agricultural Processing Facility at 9641 E 200 North Road
• Proposal for flooring replacement in the McLean County Coroner's Morgue by Taza Construction LLC
• Denial of certification for a proposition to erect a replica Franklin Square Soldiers Monument

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The McLean County Board of Health will consider approving two ordinances that amend fees for food service establishments and sewage disposal systems. They will also vote on a proposal from Patterson Dental and a budget revision for a youth suicide prevention program. The board will receive updates on the CY25 budget and a grant showing decreased state funding for local health protection.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 205 fees for food service (Chapter 216)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 205 fees for sewage disposal systems (Chapter 310)
• Approval of proposal from Patterson Dental
• Budget revision for Youth Suicide Prevention Education – NAMI Ending the Silence Program from Project Oz
• Emergency resolution amending FY24 budget for SIPA Grant (Fund 0107-0061-0062)

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The McLean County Board of Health is meeting to vote on fee amendments for food service and sewage disposal systems. The board will also review a proposal from Patterson Dental and budget requests for youth suicide prevention and the SIPA Grant.

• Payment of bills totaling $312,519.41
• Ordinance amending Chapter 205 Fees for Chapter 216 Food Service
• Ordinance amending Chapter 205 Fees for Chapter 310 Sewage Disposal Systems, Water Wells and Geothermal Exchange Systems
• Proposal from Patterson Dental
• Budget Revision Request from Project Oz for Youth Suicide Prevention Education- NAMI Ending the Silence Program

Sheriff's Merit Commission

The McLean County Sheriff's Merit Commission will interview 3 corrections applicants at this regular meeting. The commission will also review draft minutes from July 9, 2024, and consider the budget performance report and accumulated transaction listings as of July 1, 2024. Previous interviews of corrections and deputy applicants from July and August were all approved.

• Interview of 3 corrections applicants
• Approval of July 9, 2024 draft minutes
• Review of Budget Performance Report and Accumulated Transaction Listings as of July 1, 2024
• Submit and approve bills

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is discussing a broadband feasibility study for rural residents and proposing a boundary modification for the Bloomington-Normal Enterprise Zone to accommodate Rivian's expansion. The body is also considering various drainage district appointments and several facility maintenance contracts.

• Proposed boundary modification to the Bloomington-Normal Enterprise Zone for Rivian Expansion
• Agreement with Heartland Business Systems for Office 365 file migration
• Proposed flooring replacement for the McLean County Coroner's Morgue by Taza Construction LLC
• Proposed roof replacement at Metcom facility by Messing Roofing
• Two-lot subdivision final plat for Cloverhill Farms at 4213 and 4215 W. Ziebarth Rd.

METCOM Operations Board

The METCOM Operations Board will approve June meeting minutes and review expenditures for June and July 2024. Director Rhonda Flegel will present updates on system outages, staffing, and other department matters. The next meeting is scheduled for October 11, 2024. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings noted.

• Approval of June 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of expenditures for June and July 2024
• Department updates on problem reports, outages, and staffing
• Announcement of next meeting on October 11, 2024

Property Committee

The McLean County Property Committee will meet to approve routine minutes, bills, and four capital-expense contracts. Three proposals from private contractors totaling $122,000-plus are on the agenda for action: morgue flooring, Metcom roofing, and Law and Justice Center UPS-system engineering. A change order for the boiler project in the 200 W. Front Street building is also slated for approval.

• $39,786 contract with Taza Construction LLC for Coroner’s Morgue flooring replacement at 104 W. Front Street
• Proposal from Messing Roofing to replace roof at Metcom facility
• Proposal from KED Bluestone for UPS-system engineering in Law and Justice Center
• Change Order for Boiler Project in 200 W. Front Street Building

Health Committee

The McLean County Health Committee meets to receive informational reports from the Nursing Home, Juvenile Detention, Jail Healthcare, Health Department, and County Administrator. No action items are scheduled; all departmental matters are presented for information only, including a discussion of reclassifying Public Health Nurse positions and a CESSA presentation.

• Nursing Home monthly report: June census averaged 96.2 residents, revenue 11% above budget, expenses 1% under budget
• Juvenile Detention monthly healthcare report for June 2024
• Jail Healthcare reports for May and June 2024 from Advanced Correctional Healthcare
• Health Department report including reclassification of Public Health Nurse positions
• CESSA presentation by Meghan Moser and Rhonda Flegel

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several action items including a proposed ordinance to modify the Bloomington-Normal Enterprise Zone boundaries for Rivian expansion, authorization of new animal control service contracts with rural municipalities, and acceptance of financial and audit reports. The committee will also vote on a resolution to cancel a mobile home tax sale certificate and reclassification of public health nurse positions.

• Ordinance authorizing boundary modifications to the Bloomington-Normal Enterprise Zone for Rivian expansion
• Request approval of Animal Control Removal Agreement and Animal Control Center Agreement templates with participating municipalities
• Accept and place on file the County Treasurer’s Monthly Financial Reports
• Presentation and acceptance of the Popular Annual Financial Report and Single Audit Report for FY 2023
• Request approval of reclassification of Public Health Nurses (Health Department)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The McLean County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and make final decisions on two variance requests and a special use application. The board also will discuss petitions and receive information about an upcoming Illinois Association of County Zoning Officials meeting.

• Case ZV-24-04: Variance to allow graded asphalt millings for a commercial parking lot instead of asphalt or concrete at 1750 East Rd., Hudson Township (final decision)
• Case ZV-24-05: Variance to allow a shed 6 feet from the property line instead of 20 feet in R-1 district at 25250 Hiawatha Ln., Hudson (final decision)
• Case SU-24-07: Special use to expand an Agricultural Processing Facility approved in 2008 at 9641 E 200 North Road, McLean (recommendation to County Board)
• Public comment period for non-agenda topics (20-minute limit, 3 minutes per speaker)
• Information item: Remote IACZO meeting with presentations on zoning basics and County Board-ZBA vote conflicts

Justice Committee

The committee is deciding on two grant agreements: an Illinois Supreme Court Access to Justice Improvement Grant for language translation, cell phone lockers and baby-changing stations, and a Violent Crime Victims Assistance Program Grant for CASA. It will also consider approval of travel vouchers and routine consent items including minutes and bills. Several departments present monthly statistical and caseload reports for information only.

• Request approval of IL Supreme Court Access to Justice Improvement Grant (Circuit Court)
• Request approval of travel vouchers (Circuit Court)
• Request approval of Violent Crime Victims Assistance Program Grant Agreement between IL Attorney General and McLean County CASA (Grant #25-1065)
• Consent agenda: approval of July 2, 2024 minutes and bills/transfers
• Monthly statistical reports from Sheriff, Coroner, Public Defender, Court Services, State's Attorney, Circuit Clerk, and Children's Advocacy Center

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Land Use and Development Committee will vote on a waiver of preliminary plan requirements and approval of a final plat for the two-lot Cloverhill Farms Subdivision in Dry Grove Township. The committee will also consider intergovernmental agreements to fund the McLean County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Ecology Action Center. Consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and bills.

• Request by Kathryn Schwoerer for waiver of preliminary plan and approval of final plat for Cloverhill Farms Subdivision at 4213 and 4215 W. Ziebarth Rd., Bloomington
• Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement to fund the McLean County Soil and Water Conservation District
• Approval of Sub-award Agreement between the County of McLean and the Ecology Action Center
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes from June 13 special meeting and July 2 regular meeting, plus any bills and transfers

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will vote on three action items: awarding a bid for an aluminum box culvert, approving a construction management services agreement for a new highway storage building, and considering a joint culvert replacement petition. They will also receive updates on several ongoing road and bridge projects. These recommendations will be forwarded to the County Board.

• Approval of bid for aluminum box culvert in Anchor Township: $60,797.55 to Metal Culverts Inc.
• Construction management services agreement with Midwest Construction Professionals for new highway storage building (fees up to $29,400)
• Bridge construction petition for joint culvert replacement #1 on 1000N Road in Cheney's Grove Road District (estimated $43,500, county share from November 2023 appropriation)
• Project summaries: Baker Bridge (Lexington-Leroy Road), Seminary Street (Downs), Colfax Road, Lexington-Leroy Road, McLean Road, and Hudson East

Public Building Commission

This meeting of the Public Building Commission includes votes on several financial matters, including re-investing funds, approving invoices, and change orders for the Animal Control Shelter project. Key decisions involve a $367,614 fire suppression upgrade, a $159,956 credit from a septic contract, and a $240,411.17 pay application from CORE. The board will also discuss elevator modernization in the Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse.

• Vote to approve $367,614 change order for fire suppression system at McLean County Animal Control Shelter
• Vote to approve $240,411.17 third pay application from CORE
• Vote to approve change order credit of -$159,956 for septic contract
• Discussion of elevator modernization in Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse
• Vote to authorize re-investment of money market fund at Heartland Bank & Trust Co. and accounts at J.P. Morgan Chase Bank

Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB)

The Emergency Telephone System Board will consider approving a bid acquired by County Facilities, review the 911 system manager's reports including call stats and project updates, and act on the treasurer's financial report for May/June 2024. The meeting also includes updates on the Metcom CAD project and board/public comments.

• Approval of minutes from May 28, 2024 meeting
• Approval of financial report for May/June 2024
• Acceptance of a proposed bid as acquired by County Facilities (no dollar amount specified)
• 911 system manager's status, CAD, call stats, error report, and Everest Tower project updates
• Metcom's CAD project update as old business

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The McLean County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will receive updates on behavioral health coordination, criminal justice data analysis, and family treatment court operations. Members will also review outcomes from the NACo Virtual Summit and discuss case management system updates. No votes or new proposals are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• Review of NACo Virtual Summit and FFI Leadership Network
• Behavioral Health Coordination update from Assistant Director Samantha Harrell
• Criminal Justice Data Analysis presentation by Dr. Frank Beck of ISU Stevenson Center
• Family Treatment Court update by William Scanlon
• CMS/JMS/RMS (case management systems) update by William Scanlon and Craig Nelson

County Board

The County Board will consider funding for the resurfacing of PJ Keller Highway near Lexington. The meeting also includes zoning applications in Lawndale and Towanda Townships and several committee reports.

• $750,000 in total funding for PJ Keller Highway (CH 8) resurfacing
• Zoning case SU-24-05 for a single-family residence in Lawndale Township
• Zoning case SU-24-06 for a Rural Specialty Facility in Towanda Township
• Agreement with GIVSCO Construction Company for Fairview Building renovations
• Ordinance to establish a Mental Health and Public Safety Fund Advisory Council

Stand Up Meetings

The Property Committee will consider a resolution to award a contract for resurfacing the west parking lot at the Law and Justice Center. The Justice Committee will discuss authorizing salary offers above the 2024 Compensation Plan. A closed session regarding personnel matters may also be held.

• Contract for Law and Justice Center west parking lot resurfacing: $108,772.80
• Authorization for County Administrator to offer salaries above the 2024 Compensation Plan

Property Committee

The Property Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for resurfacing the west parking lot at the Law and Justice Center. The Justice Committee will also consider authorizing salary offers above those identified in the 2024 Compensation Plan.

• Contract award to McLean County Asphalt Co., Inc. for $108,772.80 for Law & Justice Center west parking lot resurfacing
• Request to authorize the County Administrator to offer salaries above the 2024 Compensation Plan

Justice Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to award a contract for resurfacing the Law and Justice Center west parking lot. It will also review a request to authorize salaries above the 2024 Compensation Plan limits. A closed session regarding personnel matters may be held if requested.

• $108,772.80 contract award for Law and Justice Center west parking lot resurfacing
• Request to authorize salaries above the 2024 Compensation Plan limits

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The Board of Health will review an update on a service agreement with Chestnut Health Systems, Inc. for opioid prevention services funded by the National Opioid Abatement Trust II Distribution. The meeting also includes reviewing June 2024 bills totaling $187,688.50 and a preview of the FY25 budget.

• Service agreement with Chestnut Health Systems, Inc. for opioid prevention ($43,750)
• Approval of June 2024 bills totaling $187,688.50
• FY25 Budget Preview
• Position Reclassification Proposal

Sheriff's Merit Commission

The commission will conduct interviews for four deputy sheriff applicants and one corrections applicant. The board also reviewed the budget performance report as of June 1, 2024, and will process bills for approval.

• Interviews for four deputy sheriff applicants and one corrections applicant
• Review of Budget Performance Report and Accumulated Transaction Listings through June 1, 2024
• Approval of bills

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct a hearing regarding a non-homestead exemption application for parcel number 02-05-400-008. The meeting also includes discussions about corrections to the Board's rules and complaint form, as well as updates on online hearing equipment.

• Non-homestead exemption application hearing for parcel 02-05-400-008
• Correction to Board of Review Rules and complaint form
• Discussion regarding a new camera for online hearings
• Review of preliminary publication plan

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider an agreement with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for an $87,047.91 IT backup solution to improve disaster recovery. Members will also review an ordinance to establish a Mental Health and Public Safety Fund Advisory Council. Other items include various grant agreements and budget amendments.

• $87,047.91 agreement with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for IT backups
• Ordinance establishing a Mental Health and Public Safety Fund Advisory Council
• Violent Crime Victims Assistance Program Grant Agreement
• Grant agreement between Children's Advocacy Centers of Illinois and McLean County CAC
• Agreement with GIVSCO Construction Company for Fairview Building renovations

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a memorandum of understanding with AFSCME Local 537 and the reclassification of Court Services positions. The committee will also consider travel reimbursement requests and a resolution for a deed of conveyance.

• Memorandum of Understanding between McLean County and AFSCME Local 537
• Reclassification of Court Services positions
• Resolution authorizing the County Board Chair to execute a Deed of Conveyance
• Amendment to the FY24 Full-Time Equivalent Position Resolution
• Approval of employee travel reimbursement for April 2024

Justice Committee

The committee will consider several requests for action, including grant agreements for violent crime victims and the Children's Advocacy Center. Members will also review emergency appropriation ordinances and a services agreement for an opioid prevention coordinator.

• Violent Crime Victims Assistance Program Grant Agreement (Grant 25-1070)
• Grant Agreement between Children's Advocacy Centers of Illinois and McLean County CAC
• Resolution to resurface the west parking lot at the Law and Justice Center
• Emergency Appropriation Ordinance for Metcom Fund 04252
• Services Agreement with Chestnut Health Systems for an Opioid Prevention Coordinator

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two applications for special uses within the A-Agriculture District. These include a request for a single-family residence in Colfax and a rural specialty facility in Towanda. The board's findings will be presented as recommendations to the County Board.

• Single-family residence special use application at 23447 N 3225 East Rd., Colfax
• Rural Specialty Facility special use application at 1002 Towanda Barnes Rd., Towanda

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The committee will consider a request to approve a Regional Planning Service Agreement for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. The agenda also includes information regarding an Illinois EPA Grant - EAC.

• Regional Planning Service Agreement for fiscal year 2024-2025
• Illinois EPA Grant - EAC

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The committee will review funding resolutions for the resurfacing of PJ Keller Highway near Lexington. Members will also consider joining the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network and a memorandum of understanding with AFSCME Local 537. Additionally, the committee will receive updates on several ongoing road projects.

• $750,000 in total funding for PJ Keller Highway resurfacing
• $500 annual fee for Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network membership
• Memorandum of Understanding with AFSCME Local 537
• Culvert replacement petition for Anchor Road District
• Project updates for Baker Bridge, Seminary Street, and Colfax Road

Public Building Commission

The Board will consider a resolution for up to $32,100,000 in public building revenue bonds. Members will also discuss elevator modernization at the Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse. The meeting includes votes on several invoices and contract updates.

• Resolution for up to $32,100,000 in public building revenue refunding bonds
• New contract amount with Farnsworth Group, Inc. up to $447,102.00
• Otis Elevator Co. invoice of $116,883.45 for jail elevator modernization
• Discussion regarding the Animal Control Shelter Project
• Approval of CORE’s second pay application for $92,616.54

Property Committee

The Property Committee will consider an agreement with GIVSCO Construction Company for exterior renovations to the Fairview Building in Normal. The committee will also review a grant agreement with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and an ordinance regarding a lease amendment.

• $391,245 contract for Fairview Building exterior renovations
• Grant agreement with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
• Ordinance for a lease agreement amendment and tax levy
• Highway Department resurfacing at the L&J building

Health Committee

The committee will review monthly reports from the Nursing Home and Juvenile Detention Center. It will also consider an emergency appropriation of $10,498 for plumbing and electrical work in a health department clinic space. This project is intended to relocate the Children’s Immunization program.

• Emergency Appropriation Ordinance for $10,498 for clinic plumbing and electrical work
• May 2024 Nursing Home monthly report
• Juvenile Detention Center monthly statistics
• Health Department monthly report and FTE position resolution

METCOM Operations Board

The METCOM Operations Board will review expenditures from April and May 2024. The meeting also includes information on staffing, system outages, and the approval of minutes from April 12, 2024.

• Approval of April 12, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of April/May 2024 expenditures
• Information on system-wide issues and outages
• Department updates regarding staffing

Liquor Control Commission

The commission will consider requests for the renewal of annual liquor licenses for the 2024-2025 period. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 6, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of May 6, 2024, meeting minutes
• Renewal of annual liquor licenses for the 2024-2025 period

Health Committee

The Transportation, Land Use and Development, and Health committees are meeting for procedural business. The agenda consists of requests to approve minutes from recent meetings and bills submitted by the County Auditor.

• Approval of May 7, 2024 Transportation Committee minutes
• Approval of May 16, 2024 Land Use and Development Committee minutes
• Approval of May 16, 2024 Health Committee minutes
• Approval of bills submitted by the County Auditor

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The scheduled meetings for the Transportation, Land Use and Development, and Health committees consist of procedural items. The committees will consider approving minutes from recent regular and special meetings along with bills submitted by the County Auditor.

• Approval of May 7, 2024 Transportation Committee minutes and bills
• Approval of May 16, 2024 Land Use and Development Committee minutes and bills
• Approval of May 16, 2024 Health Committee minutes and bills

Stand Up Meetings

The Transportation, Land Use and Development, and Health committees will hold stand-up meetings. These sessions consist of procedural items to approve minutes from previous regular and special meetings and process bills submitted by the County Auditor.

• Approval of May 7, 2024 Transportation Committee minutes and bills
• Approval of May 16, 2024 Land Use and Development Committee minutes and bills
• Approval of May 16, 2024 Health Committee minutes and bills

County Board

The board will review a resolution for a referendum to eliminate the elected office of the County Auditor. Members are also considering a proposal to withdraw from a multi-county public transportation agreement. Additionally, several IT contract change orders and grant agreements are up for approval.

• Resolution approving a referendum to eliminate the elected County Auditor office
• $150,000 change order with Mission Critical Partners for IT services
• $107,500 change order with Caliber Public Safety for professional services
• Resolution to withdraw from a multi-county public transportation agreement
• Grant agreement between the County and Children’s Advocacy Centers of Illinois

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The McLean County Board of Health will consider several service agreements and funding proposals for the upcoming period. This includes reviewing medical services for Illinois State University and peer support development. The board will also address various administrative resolutions and budget items.

• $21,775 funding proposal for Chestnut Health System’s Peer Support Workforce Development
• Service agreements with The Baby Fold, Integrity Counseling, and Center for Youth and Family Solutions
• Medical Services Agreement with Illinois State University Student Health Services
• Emergency Appropriation Ordinance for specific funds
• Resolution establishing fees for service

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The Board will review May 2024 bills totaling $371,737.60 and consider several proposed service agreements. These include programs for peer support development, counseling services, and a medical agreement with Illinois State University. The meeting also includes updates on avian flu monitoring and the mobile unit.

• Funding approval for Chestnut Health System’s Peer Support Workforce Development ($21,775)
• Service agreements with The Baby Fold, Integrity Counseling, and Center for Youth and Family Solutions
• Medical Services Agreement with Illinois State University Student Health Services
• Approval of an Emergency Appropriation Ordinance for Fund 0112-0061-0064
• Resolution establishing fees for service

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The Budget Committee is reviewing the 2025 budget overview, including projected revenue from property taxes and grants. The discussion includes updates on WIC program funding, dental services, and new respiratory surveillance grants.

• Proposed $10,208,034 operational budget for 2025, a 3.8% decrease from the 2024 amended budget
• Request for $5,349,422 in property tax-supported funds
• Renewal of WIC Program contract with DHS totaling $540,974 for 2025
• New $100,210 SIPA grant for public health staff recruitment and retention
• New $210,024 RSOR grant for respiratory disease surveillance and outbreak response

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The McLean County Board of Health Budget Committee will meet to review May 8, 2024, minutes and receive information regarding FY25 grants. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding the 2025 budget overview.

• Approval of May 8, 2024, minutes
• FY25 grants information
• 2025 budget overview discussion

Sheriff's Merit Commission

The commission is reviewing the Budget Performance Report and transaction listings as of May 1, 2024. The meeting also covers the completion of probationary periods for two correctional officers and recent applicant approvals.

• Completion of one-year probationary periods for Justin Jones and Kain Jackson
• Approval of eight corrections applicants interviewed on May 7, 2024
• Approval of two corrections applicants interviewed on May 29, 2024
• Review of Budget Performance Report and Accumulated Transaction Listings

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will review several appointments and reappointments to various county boards. The agenda includes two IT contract change orders totaling over $250,000 for software tasks and professional services. Additionally, members will consider a resolution regarding an auditor elimination referendum and an ordinance to establish a new advisory council.

• $150,000 change order with Mission Critical Partners
• $107,500 change order with Caliber Public Safety
• Resolution approving a referendum to eliminate the County Auditor office
• Grant agreements with Children’s Advocacy Centers of Illinois and the Illinois Association of Court Appointed Special Advocates
• Ordinance establishing a Mental Health and Public Safety Fund Advisory Council

Board of Review

This meeting is for the organizational purposes of the 2024 Board of Review session. The agenda includes electing a chairperson and discussing rules and procedures for the year.

• Election of a chairperson for the 2024 Session
• Discussion regarding rules and procedures for the 2024 Session

Property Committee

The Property Committee will review monthly reports from the Parks and Recreation and Facilities Management departments. The committee will also consider approving a grant agreement with the State of Illinois for repairs to the Fairview Building.

• Approval of a $220,000 grant agreement with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
• Approval of May 9, 2024, meeting minutes
• Recommendation for approval of bills and transfers to the County Board

Finance Committee

The committee will consider a position reclassification in the Court Services Department and administration salary adjustments. Members will also review monthly financial reports from the County Clerk, Treasurer, and Animal Control. Additionally, the committee is scheduled to recommend approval of bills and transfers to the County Board.

• Position Reclassification in Court Services Department
• Resolution amending the Funded Full-Time Equivalent Position Resolution for FY 2024 (Fund 0107)
• Administration Salary Adjustments per Code §108-47
• Approval of County Clerk's April 2024 monthly reports

Justice Committee

The committee will review monthly reports from the Sheriff, State's Attorney, and Circuit Clerk. Action items include approving counseling service agreements and grant agreements for the Children's Advocacy Center. Court Services also presented a request to reclassify a probation officer position.

• Counseling services agreement with Sharon Klingman for the Children’s Advocacy Center
• Grant agreement between the County of McLean and the Children’s Advocacy Centers of Illinois
• Grant agreement between the County of McLean and the Illinois Association of Court Appointed Special Advocates
• Reclassification of a probation officer I position to a probation officer II/Training Officer

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The Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee is reviewing several service agreements and funding proposals for 2024. The committee will also discuss budget updates for mobile crisis and adult psychiatry programs. Members will review the first quarter program report summary.

• Recommend $21,775 in funding for Chestnut Health System’s Peer Support Workforce Development
• Recommend approval of service agreements with The Baby Fold, Integrity Counseling, and Center for Youth and Family Solutions
• Reallocate funds within the 2024 ROE and Board of Health contract to McLean County Center for Human Services
• Approve release of a Request for Proposal (RFP) for 2025 behavioral health funding

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a variance request for property at 17033 N 975 East Rd., Bloomington, IL. The applicant is requesting to reduce the required front setback from 60 feet to 50 feet. This item is scheduled for a final decision.

• Case ZV-24-03: Variance request for 17033 N 975 East Rd., Bloomington, IL
• Request to reduce front setback from 60 feet to 50 feet in the A-Agriculture District

Public Building Commission

The Board will discuss modernizing elevators in the Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse. Members will also consider several contracts for bond counsel and septic work at the Animal Control Shelter Site.

• $90,000.00 agreement with Chapman & Cutler, LLP for bond counsel
• $159,956.00 contract with Williamson Excavating, LLC for septic work at the Animal Control Shelter Site
• New contract amount up to $447,102.00 with Farnsworth Group, Inc.
• $118,013.47 pay application for CORE
• Elevator modernization for Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The committee will review a $21,775 funding proposal for peer support workforce development. Members will also consider several service agreements and budget updates for mobile crisis and adult psychiatry programs. The meeting includes the release of a request for 2025 behavioral health funding.

• $21,775 funding proposal for Chestnut Health System’s Peer Support Workforce Development
• Service agreements with The Baby Fold, Integrity Counseling, and Center for Youth and Family Solutions
• Contract assignment changes between ROE and the Board of Health to McLean County Center for Human Services
• Release of Request for Proposal (RFP) for 2025 Behavioral Health funding
• Budget reviews for Mobile Crisis and Adult Psychiatry programs

Farmland Assessment Review Committee

The Farmland Assessment Review Committee will meet to announce 2025 farmland values and discuss the valuation process. The agenda also includes adoption of prior meeting minutes, public comments, and committee discussion.

• Announcement of 2025 Farmland Values
• Discussion of 2025 Farmland Valuation Process
• Public Comments

Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB)

The McLean County Emergency Telephone System Board will meet to approve the minutes from March 26, 2024, the financial report for March/April 2024, and a records disposal action. They will also receive informational reports on the 911 system, including status, CAD, call stats, and project updates, plus an update on the Metcom CAD project.

• Approval of Financial Report for March/April 2024
• Approval for Records Disposal
• 911 System Manager's Reports: Status, CAD, Call Stats, Error Report
• Project Updates/Everest Tower
• Metcom's CAD Project Update

County Board

The McLean County Board is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes a special use permit for a commercial solar energy facility on 1,365 acres in Cheneys Grove Township, as well as several road construction contracts. The board will also consider ordinances on alcohol sales, county board salaries, a distracted driving policy, and a PACE program for energy projects.

• Special use for Archtop Solar LLC (Earthrise Energy) for a 1,365-acre commercial solar facility in Cheneys Grove Township
• Road construction contracts totaling over $3.1 million, including $1,826,218.73 to HJ Eppel for Pipeline Road and PJ Keller Highway resurfacing
• Ordinance to establish a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program with up to $75,000,000 in revenue notes
• Ordinance amending Chapter 160 (Alcoholic Beverages) of the County Code
• Ordinance setting salaries for County Board members, Circuit Clerk, County Auditor, and Coroner

Health Committee

The Health Committee will consider approval of minutes from its March 14 special meeting and April 2 regular meeting, along with any bills and transfers. The meeting follows the Land Use and Development Committee session.

• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2024 special meeting
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of bills and transfers, if any

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The McLean County Board's Land Use and Development Committee and Health Committee are meeting to approve routine items: minutes from prior meetings and any bills and transfers. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of Land Use and Development Committee minutes from March 14, 2024 special meeting and April 2, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of Health Committee minutes from April 4, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of bills and transfers, if any, for both committees

Stand Up Meetings

The Land Use and Development Committee and Health Committee of the McLean County Board are meeting to approve minutes from prior meetings and any bills or transfers. The agenda contains only routine procedural items, with no substantive policy decisions or discussions listed.

• Approval of Land Use and Development Committee minutes from March 14, 2024 special meeting and April 2, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of Health Committee minutes from April 4, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of bills and transfers, if any, for both committees

Sheriff's Merit Commission

The McLean County Sheriff's Merit Commission is meeting to review and approve personnel actions for the Sheriff's Department. They will approve minutes from the April 9 meeting, review a budget performance report, and consider bills. The commission also plans to interview six corrections officer applicants at this meeting.

• Approved 9 corrections applicants for Sergeants
• Approved 3 Corrections Officers completing probation: Blaise Campbell (Mar 27), Iya Beyer (Apr 3), Ronald Fields (Apr 3)
• Interviewing 6 Corrections applicants at tonight's meeting
• Reviewed Budget Performance Report & Accumulated Transaction Listings as of April 1, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for June 11, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.

Executive Committee

The McLean County Executive Committee is reviewing a wide range of items for potential action, including a $75 million Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program, the FY 2025 budget policy and calendar, and several technology contracts. The committee will also consider appointments, a change order for court system software, and various ordinances and agreements. Most items are presented for action, meaning the committee may vote to recommend them to the full County Board.

• Ordinance to establish a PACE program and issue up to $75,000,000 in taxable PACE revenue notes
• Resolution establishing the FY 2025 Budget Policy and Schedule A calendar for budget preparation
• Change order with Journal Technologies Inc. for $165,000 to add AOIC-required data elements to court case management system
• Resolution approving joint purchasing for 14 mobile data computers from CDS Office Technologies at a total cost of $68,518
• Ordinance amending Chapter 160 (Alcoholic Beverages) of the McLean County Code

Property Committee

The Property Committee will consider approving a professional services agreement with Keith Engineering Design for plumbing replacement design at the Government Center and Public Health Building. The agenda also includes a monthly report from Parks and Recreation and approval of bills and minutes.

• Request approval of proposal from Keith Engineering Design for plumbing replacement at Government Center (115 E. Washington St.) and 200 W. Front Street Building
• Parks Director reports auction of two vehicles and 18 kayaks on GovDeals completed
• Low quote from Concrete Concepts for new concrete sidewalks at COMLARA Park/Evergreen Lake
• Brick and mortar/tuck pointing quotes for Glasener Beach House came in over budget
• Wetland project at COMLARA Park expected to start mid-July 2024

Health Committee

The Health Committee will consider approving unpaid bills for February and March 2024 owed to contracted service providers for developmental disability and behavioral health programs. The Health Department administrator reports that bills were submitted to the Auditor's office in March and April but have not yet been paid despite multiple follow-ups. The committee will also receive updates on communicable disease, immunizations, and emergency preparedness activities from the first quarter of 2024.

• Request to approve overdue payments totaling over $200,000 to agencies like Marcfirst, Easter Seals, and PATH for February and March 2024
• Report on measles outbreak response and immunization education efforts in the community
• Update on staffing shortages: two full-time RN positions unfilled in the Communicable Disease program and two nurse resignations in the Immunization program
• Strategic plan update includes work on language interpreter services, a measles tabletop exercise, and active shooter training for staff
• Jail health report shows an increase in the average daily population and a rise in the percentage of inmates on medication from 70% in January to 90% in March

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several action items, including a resolution to establish the FY2025 budget policy and calendar, a resolution authorizing the County Board Chair to execute a deed of conveyance, and an ordinance creating a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program with up to $75,000,000 in taxable revenue notes. The committee will also review a proposed agreement with the Illinois Energy Conservation Authority for program administration. Routine items include approval of minutes, bills, and transfers, plus informational reports from the Auditor, County Clerk, Treasurer, Animal Control, and Supervisor of Assessments.

• Ordinance to establish a PACE program and issue up to $75,000,000 in taxable PACE revenue notes
• Resolution establishing the FY2025 budget policy and calendar
• Resolution authorizing the County Board Chair to execute a deed of conveyance
• Agreement with Illinois Energy Conservation Authority for program development and administrative services
• Approval of bills and transfers to the County Board

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The McLean County Board of Health Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the 2025 budget plan, including the first quarter 2024 salary tracker and behavioral health funding. The agenda includes public participation and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• 1st Quarter 2024 Fund 112 Salary Tracker
• 2025 Budget Plan
• 2025 Behavioral Health Funding

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The McLean County Board of Health will vote on funding for three programs, terminate two contracts, and approve a new language services contract. The board will also consider a resolution establishing service fees and an amended position resolution for an epidemiologist.

• Approve $20,000 for Center for Youth and Family Solutions therapist training
• Approve $23,072.32 for Integrity Counseling for uninsured/underinsured counseling
• Approve $12,152.68 for The Baby Fold behavioral training
• Terminate contract with Regional Office of Education for Embedded School Program
• Approve contract with Propio for language services

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health Budget Committee is meeting to review the first quarter 2025 salary tracker for Fund 112 and discuss the 2025 budget plan, including behavioral health funding. The agenda includes discussion of spending down fund balances and potential projects, but no final decisions are scheduled.

• 1st Quarter 2024 Fund 112 Salary Tracker shows projected surplus/deficit of -$1,702.48
• 2025 Budget Plan includes facility maintenance, professional development, outreach, and service enhancements
• Discussion of 2025 Behavioral Health Funding
• Proposed projects include 2nd floor carpeting, clinic updates, and mobile medical unit supplies

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The McLean County Board of Health will consider approving $55,225 in funding for three behavioral health programs for July-December 2024, terminating contracts with the Regional Office of Education and Pacific Interpreter, and approving a new language services contract with Propio. The board will also vote on a resolution establishing fees for service, a painting proposal for the west side clinic, and a resolution amending the FY24 full-time equivalent position for an Epidemiologist. Informational items include updates on the mobile unit, dental federal financial participation, and additional IDPH grants.

• Approve $20,000 for Center for Youth and Family Solutions: Therapist Trauma Training Event
• Approve $23,072.32 for Integrity Counseling: Counseling for the Uninsured and Underinsured
• Approve $12,152.68 for The Baby Fold: Beyond Dysregulation- Moving to Co-Regulation and Self-Regulation
• Terminate contract with Regional Office of Education for Embedded School Program
• Approve contract with Propio for language services; terminate Pacific Interpreter contract

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission of McLean County will hold its monthly meeting to discuss and vote on several financial items, including payments for elevator consulting, drilling work, and pre-construction services. They will also discuss modernization of elevators in the Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse, the Animal Control Shelter Project, and the status of facility operations and maintenance.

• Vote to approve $10,300 invoice from The Elevator Consultants (TEC) for April 23, 2024
• Vote to approve change order and $29,950 payment to Kickapoo Drilling Co.
• Vote to approve $23,500 pre-construction services invoice from CORE
• Discussion of elevator modernization in Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse
• Discussion of Animal Control Shelter Project

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The McLean County Transportation Committee is meeting to approve bids from the April 30, 2024 project letting for several road construction and maintenance projects, and to approve a bridge construction petition for culvert replacements in Old Town Road District. The committee will also receive informational updates on three ongoing projects. The agenda includes consent items for minutes and bills.

• Approval of bids for resurfacing Pipeline Road & PJ Keller Highway ($1,826,218.73 to H.J. Eppel), 625 North Road ($106,886.83 to Rowe Construction), CH 44 in Village of McLean ($490,366.14 to Rowe Construction), cape seal on Pipeline and Ziebarth roads ($590,537.70 to A.C. Pavement Striping), and culvert liner on Pipeline Road ($96,025.00 to Hoerr Construction)
• Approval of bridge construction petition for joint culvert replacements #1 and #1A on Cheney's Grove Road in Old Town Road District, estimated cost $59,000
• Informational updates on Baker Bridge deck replacement (Lexington-Leroy Road), Seminary Street in Downs, and Colfax Road projects

Zoning Board of Appeals

The McLean County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on two special-use permit requests. One would allow a public park in Cropsey Township, and the other would permit a large commercial solar energy facility in Cheneys Grove Township. Both cases are recommendations to the County Board.

• Case SU-24-04: Cropsey Township requests a special use for a public park and recreation area at 117 N. Pratt St., Cropsey, with a waiver of paved parking in the R-1 district.
• Case SU-24-03: Archtop Solar, LLC seeks a special use for a Commercial Solar Energy Generating Facility on 1,365 acres across 15 parcels in Cheneys Grove Township.

Justice Committee

The McLean County Justice Committee is scheduled to vote on three specific agreements: a contract for Bryan J. McIntyre as Special Public Defender, a sponsored research agreement with Illinois State University, and a service agreement with the Center for Youth and Family Solutions. The meeting also includes informational reports on caseloads, court statistics, and sheriff data. No dollar amounts are specified for the university or youth services agreements in the provided text.

• Approval of contract for Bryan J. McIntyre as Special Public Defender at $3,317.21 per month (June 1–Dec 31, 2024)
• Approval of Sponsored Research Agreement with Illinois State University (Dr. Frank Beck) for Criminal Justice Coordinating Council data analysis
• Approval of agreement with Center for Youth and Family Solutions for peer support services for veterans
• Approval of grant agreement with Illinois Prairie Community Foundation by Children’s Advocacy Center
• Review of March 2024 Public Defender caseload report showing 285 new cases

Liquor Control Commission

The Liquor Control Commission will consider approving an ordinance to amend Chapter 160 of the McLean County Code, which regulates alcoholic beverages. The proposed changes include updates to deputy commissioner appointments, license issuance authority, record-keeping duties, and new requirements for state liquor licenses. The meeting will also include approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 160 (Alcoholic Beverages) of the McLean County Code
• Changes to deputy commissioner appointments (up to 7 members) and tie-breaking vote authority
• New requirement for licensees to obtain a State of Illinois liquor license
• Updates to application processes for Class E, F, and G licenses, including new notification requirements
• Waiver of health department inspections and certain permits for renewal applications

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The McLean County Board of Health's Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee will consider approving the grant process for CY2025, recommend funding for several behavioral health proposals for the second half of 2024, and discuss terminating a contract with the Regional Office of Education for the Embedded School Program.

• Recommend grants for 2025 via RFP for total budgeted funds
• Bridgeway: $77,000
• Chestnut Health Systems Peer Support Workforce Development: $44,795
• Chestnut Health Systems Adult Psychiatry: $77,000
• Request to terminate ROE contract and reassign to McLean County Center for Human Services

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The McLean County Board of Health's Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee will consider approving minutes, recommend a 2025 grant process via RFP, review and recommend funding for six CY24 proposals totaling $254,018.50, and discuss terminating the ROE contract for the Embedded School Program. The agenda also includes a draft 2025 RFP with funding focus areas and eligibility information.

• Recommend grants for 2025 via RFP for total budgeted funds
• Review CY24 funding: Bridgeway $77,000, Chestnut Health $44,795 and $77,000, CYFS $20,000, Integrity Counseling $23,070.82, The Baby Fold $12,152.68
• Recommend terminating ROE contract for Embedded School Program and reassigning to McLean County Center for Human Services
• Draft 2025 RFP includes focus areas like behavioral health services for homeless, asylum seekers, and peer support
• Total CY24 recommended funding: $254,018.50

HD - Mental Health Advisory Board Agendas and Minutes

The Mental Health Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss current needs, gaps, and priorities in the county's behavioral health service system. No votes on new policies or funding are scheduled.

• Approve minutes from the June 13, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of current needs, gaps, and priorities in the McLean County Behavioral Health Service System

HD - Mental Health Advisory Board Agendas with Attachments

The Mental Health Advisory Board will meet to discuss the current needs, gaps, and priorities of the McLean County Behavioral Health Service System. The board will also consider approving minutes from a previous meeting. No votes on new policies or funding are scheduled.

• Discussion of current needs, gaps, and priorities in the McLean County Behavioral Health Service System (Pages 2-3)
• Approval of June 2023 meeting minutes

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The McLean County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council is meeting to hear reports and discuss criminal justice topics. Key agenda items include a report from the ISU Stevenson Center, revisions to the pretrial detention process, and updates from the Behavioral Health Coordinating Council and the jail management systems.

• ISU Stevenson Center report by Dr. Frank Beck
• Revisions to pretrial detention process led by Judge Yoder and Chief Judge Costigan
• Behavioral Health Coordinating Council update
• CMS/JMS/RMS system update by Craig Nelson and William Scanlon

METCOM Operations Board

The METCOM Operations Board is meeting to approve minutes, review expenditures for February and March 2024, and receive updates from the director on system issues, staffing, and other department matters. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 9, 2024
• Review of expenditures for February and March 2024
• Director's report on problem reports, outages, and system-wide issues
• Staffing update
• Next meeting scheduled for June 14, 2024

Health Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a resolution to amend the funded full-time equivalent position resolution for Fiscal Year 2024, adding a full-time SOC Grant Project Director in the Behavioral Health Coordination Department. The committee will also vote on a 12-month agreement with COTT Systems for broadband high-speed access at $1,885 per month, with three optional renewal terms through 2028. The Health Committee will consider approval of minutes from the March 7, 2024 meeting and any bills and transfers.

• Request approval of Resolution Amending Funded Full-Time Equivalent Position Resolution for FY2024 Fund 0007 to add a full-time SOC Grant Project Director (0.67 FTE for 8 months)
• Request approval of agreement with COTT Systems for broadband high-speed access at $1,885/month for 12 months (5/1/2024-4/30/2025) with three optional renewal terms
• COTT Systems agreement includes $1,000,000 general liability insurance requirement and 50% early termination fee
• Possible closed session under 2(c)(1) of Open Meetings Act to discuss employee or independent contractor discipline or performance

Finance Committee

The McLean County Finance Committee will consider three action items: amending the FY2024 funded full-time equivalent position resolution to add a part-time SOC Grant Project Director in the Behavioral Health Coordination Department, approving a service agreement with COTT Systems, and waiving County Code 108-17. A closed session may follow to discuss personnel matters.

• Resolution amending FY2024 FTE positions to add 0.67 FTE SOC Grant Project Director in Fund 0007
• Agreement with COTT Systems (lease fee $1,885/month, 12-month term 5/1/2024-4/30/2025, with three optional renewals)
• Waiver of County Code 108-17 (text to be distributed)
• Possible closed session under Open Meetings Act 2(c)(1) for personnel matters

Stand Up Meetings

The McLean County Board committees will consider a resolution to add a full-time SOC Grant Project Director position, approve a service agreement with COTT Systems, and possibly waive County Code 108-17. A closed session may follow to discuss personnel matters.

• Resolution amending FY2024 FTE resolution to add 1.00 FTE SOC Grant Project Director in Fund 0007
• Agreement with COTT Systems (lease fee $1,885/month, 12-month term 5/1/2024-4/30/2025)
• Request to waive County Code 108-17
• Possible closed session under Open Meetings Act for personnel matters

County Board

The McLean County Board is meeting to approve a consent agenda that includes awarding road construction and maintenance contracts totaling about $5.2 million, a special use permit for an agricultural tourism facility, and numerous appointments to local boards and fire districts. The board will also consider several ordinances, including amendments to county board rules and personnel policies, and an emergency appropriation for the fiscal year 2024 budget.

• Award $945,363.67 to Beniach Construction for county maintenance section 24-00000-00-GM Group 2
• Award $1,926,565.31 and $1,592,617.75 to Beniach Construction for 2024 seal coat combinations (Groups 1 and 2)
• Award $594,148.20 to Beniach Construction for South Downs Road (CH 27) project
• Approve special use permit for Sam Payne for an Agricultural Tourism Facility at 23999 E 2200 North Rd., Lexington
• Approve contracts for engineering services for Capodice Bridge, School Land Bridge, Unruh Bridge, and Historic Route 66 Bike Trail

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The McLean County Board of Health will consider approving March 2024 bills totaling $139,888.85 and several contracts, including agreements with Illinois State University, The Lamar Companies, Cumulus Media, WEEK, and Sungard Window Coverings. The board will also receive informational updates on the first quarter budget, mobile unit, and camera project, along with committee reports.

• Approval of bills totaling $139,888.85 for March 2024
• MOU with Illinois State University for Point of Dispensing (POD) and Drop Site
• Contract with The Lamar Companies for WIC billboard
• Contract with Cumulus Media for PrEP radio and digital media campaign
• Contract with Cumulus Media for Lead awareness digital media campaign

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health will consider approving several contracts and a memorandum of understanding with Illinois State University for emergency dispensing sites. The board will also review a first-quarter budget report and hear updates on the mobile health unit and camera project. Consent agenda includes paying bills totaling $139,888.85 for March 2024.

• MOU with Illinois State University for Point of Dispensing (POD) and Drop Site
• Contract with The Lamar Companies for WIC billboard
• Contract with Cumulus Media for PrEP radio and digital media campaign
• Contract with Cumulus Media for Lead awareness digital media campaign
• Contracts with WEEK for vaping education

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the 2023 year-end fund balance report, ideal balances for funds 109 and 112, and anticipated 2024 projects and expenses. The agenda includes a detailed financial projection showing declining fund balances through 2028, with a projected deficit by 2028. The committee will also review completed and planned expenditures, including a $600,000 generator and clinic improvements.

• 2023 end-of-year fund balance report for multiple funds
• Discussion of ideal balance for funds 109 and 112
• Projected fund balance decline to -$1,436,195 by 2028
• Completed projects totaling $171,555.57, including security cameras ($91,020.73)
• Planned projects totaling $691,108.96, including new generator ($600,000)

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The McLean County Board of Health Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the 2023 end-of-year fund balance report, ideal balance levels for Funds 109 and 112, and anticipated projects or expenses. The agenda is largely discussion-focused with no formal votes or public hearings listed.

• 2023 end of year Fund Balance report
• Ideal balance for Fund 109 and 112
• Anticipated projects or expenses
• Public participation period

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission will hold its rescheduled monthly meeting to vote on several invoices and contracts, including a $6.98 million guaranteed maximum price for the animal control shelter project. They will also discuss elevator modernization in the Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse, and approve financial reports and a financial advisory engagement.

• Vote to approve $6,984,605 guaranteed maximum price for CORE Construction Services of Illinois, Inc. for animal control shelter
• Vote to approve Otis Elevator Co. invoices: $127,119.41 (elevator contract) and $223,094.70 (work by others)
• Vote to approve $1,812 OOMA invoice for elevator video technology wiring
• Vote to approve $4,000 Otis electrical wiring invoice and $11,817.84 Farnsworth Group invoice
• Discussion of elevator modernization in Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse

Sheriff's Merit Commission

The McLean County Sheriff's Merit Commission is reviewing hiring and promotion matters for deputies and correctional officers. They approved 6 job applicants, reviewed test results for Corrections Sergeant candidates, and will interview 9 applicants for that position. The commission also reviewed budget reports and approved bills.

• Approved 4 Corrections and 2 Deputy applicants after interviews
• 9 of 10 candidates passed Corrections Sergeant testing
• Will interview 9 Corrections Sergeants applicants
• Reviewed Budget Performance Report and Accumulated Transaction Listings as of March 1, 2024
• Next meeting set for May 14, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in Sheriff's Training Room

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider a consent agenda, public comment, and numerous appointments and reappointments to fire protection districts and other local bodies. They will also review contracts, budget amendments, and resolutions, including a sole-source security purchase and several engineering agreements.

• Sole source procurement with SEICO Security Systems for Government Center security improvements, $30,274.99
• Appointments and reappointments to fire protection districts, water districts, and airport board
• Agreements with The Baby Fold, Center for Youth and Family Solutions, and other behavioral health providers
• Emergency appropriation ordinances for FY2024 budget amendments (Highway Fund, IDNR grant)
• Engineering services agreements for Capodice Bridge, School Land Bridge, and Historic Route 66 Bike Trail

Rules Sub-Committee

The Rules Sub-Committee will consider a series of proposed amendments to Chapter 20 of the McLean County Code, which governs County Board operations. These amendments cover various procedural aspects, including meeting schedules, public comment rules, and officer elections. The committee will also approve minutes from its February 8, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2024 meeting
• Amendments to Chapter 20 Sections 2, 3, 4, 11A, 11D, 11H(1), 12E, 12I, 13G(2), 13G(3), 13H, 13L, 16F(7), 16F(8), and 20G
• Amendment to Chapter 20 Section 10A(1) regarding initial meeting and election of officers
• Amendment to Chapter 20 Section 10I regarding filling County Board Chair vacancies
• Amendment to Chapter 20 Section 11D regarding agenda preparation deadlines

Property Committee

The Property Committee will consider approving contracts with SEICO for installing security cameras at the Government Center and Health Department for $97,884. The committee will also vote on placing a historical marker on the Old Courthouse Square and accepting a state grant agreement for the Parks and Recreation Department. These items require full County Board approval after committee recommendation.

• Request approval of $97,884 contract with SEICO for security cameras at Government Center and Health Department
• Request approval of historical marker placement on Old Courthouse Square
• Request approval of grant agreement with Illinois Department of Natural Resources
• Request approval of emergency appropriation ordinance amending FY2024 budget for IDNR grant
• Nursing Home Remodel and Parks Department new docks presented for information only

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several action items, including an ordinance to establish a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program, an amendment to the Full Time Resolution for the Sheriff's department, a budget for an Employee Wellness Fair, and agreements with COTT Systems, PMA Securities, and the Illinois Energy Conservation Authority. The committee will also review monthly reports from the County Clerk, Treasurer, and Animal Control, and accept the County Auditor's Financial Reporting Achievement award.

• Ordinance to establish a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program
• Amendment to the Full Time Resolution - Sheriff
• Employee Wellness Fair Budget
• Agreement with COTT Systems
• Resolution authorizing County Board Chair to assign Mobile Home Tax Sale Certificate of Purchase

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and discussion on a special use permit application (Case SU-24-02) from Sam Payne to allow an Agricultural Tourism Facility in the A-Agriculture District at 23999 E 2200 North Rd., Lexington, IL. The board will make a recommendation to the County Board.

• Case SU-24-02: special use permit for Agricultural Tourism Facility
• Applicant: Sam Payne
• Location: 23999 E 2200 North Rd., Lexington, IL (Money Creek Township)
• Zoning district: A-Agriculture
• Public comment period for non-agenda items (20 minutes total, 3 minutes per speaker)

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Land Use and Development Committee will consider two zoning text amendments: one to remove a 200-foot separation requirement for major utilities from R-1 and R-2 districts to comply with state law, and another to allow battery energy storage systems as a major utility with use standards. They will also recommend approval of a three-year intergovernmental agreement for the Dropbox Recycling Program, with the county's estimated first-year cost at $58,880. The meeting includes consent agenda items and public comment.

• Text amendment to delete separation requirement for major utilities from R-1 and R-2 districts (to comply with Public Act 102-1123)
• Text amendment to allow Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) as a Major Utility with use standards
• Approval of cost-sharing IGA for Dropbox Recycling Program with Bloomington and Normal, total base fee $176,640/year, county share estimated $58,880 in year one
• Consent agenda: approval of February 15, 2024 special meeting minutes and bills/transfers

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The McLean County Land Use & Transportation Committee is meeting to consider several road and bridge construction contracts, including a $5.7 million package of seal coat and maintenance projects awarded to Beniach Construction, and a $452,791 bridge replacement in Yates Township. They will also review engineering service agreements for bridge projects and approve related funding resolutions. The agenda is largely routine, with most items being consent agenda approvals.

• Approve $945,363.67 contract to Beniach Construction for county maintenance (Sec 24-00000-00-GM)
• Approve $1,926,565.31 and $1,592,617.75 seal coat contracts to Beniach for townships south and north of IL Rte 9
• Approve $594,148.20 contract to Beniach for South Downs Road (CH 27) reconstruction
• Approve $452,791.65 contract to Stark Excavating for Seegmiller II Bridge in Yates Township
• Approve engineering agreements with Hampton, Lenzini & Renwick for Capodice and School Land bridges

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission of McLean County, Illinois, has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. in the Government Center, Room 404, 115 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, Illinois. The notice, dated March 22, 2024, was issued by Secretary Terry L. Reid pursuant to the Illinois Open Meetings Act. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Cancellation of April 2, 2024 regular meeting
• Meeting location: Government Center, Room 404, 115 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, Illinois
• Notice dated March 22, 2024, signed by Secretary Terry L. Reid

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The committee will discuss the 2025 behavioral health funding process and potential increases to the Mental Health Advisory Board membership. Discussions also include Medicaid reimbursement rates for adult psychiatry and the Mobile Crisis Program.

• Approval of March 5, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of 2025 Behavioral Health Funding Process
• Discussion of Mental Health Advisory Board membership
• Discussion of Medicaid Reimbursement Rates for Adult Psychiatry and Mobile Crisis Program

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health's Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee will meet to approve minutes and discuss the 2025 behavioral health funding process, increasing membership on the Mental Health Advisory Board, and Medicaid reimbursement rates for adult psychiatry and the mobile crisis program. The agenda includes a funding table showing CY24 allocations totaling $1,722,844.52 across seven programs, and a rate table showing increases for crisis and mobile crisis services.

• Approve 3/5/24 minutes
• Discuss 2025 Behavioral Health Funding Process
• Discuss increasing membership on the Mental Health Advisory Board
• Discuss Medicaid Reimbursement Rates regarding Adult Psychiatry and Mobile Crisis Program
• Funding table shows CY24 total of $1,722,844.52, up from $1,666,425.90 in CY23

Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB)

The McLean County Emergency Telephone System Board will vote on approving contracts for vegetation control and air quality assessment, amending budget lines, and electing officers. They will also receive reports on the 911 system, including call statistics and project updates.

• Approval to Contract FS for Vegetation Control
• Approval to Contract MEC Services for Air Quality Assessment
• Approval to Amend Budget Lines 750.0001 and 850.0001
• Election of Officers
• 911 System Manager's Reports including Call Stats and Project Updates

Legislative Sub-Committee

The Legislative Sub-Committee is recommending adoption of the 2024 Legislative Program, which outlines the county's priorities for state legislation. The program covers topics such as protecting local revenues, transportation funding, mental health services, and property tax relief. The sub-committee will vote on a resolution to send the program to state legislators and the governor.

• Resolution adopting 2024 Legislative Program for McLean County
• Support for increasing Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF) revenue
• Support for county authority to impose a Motor Fuel Tax, as in Kane, McHenry, and DuPage counties
• Support for Senate Bills 2030 and 2318 to expand senior property tax freeze eligibility
• Opposition to House Bill 4162, which would allow remote participation in open meetings without a physical quorum

County Board

The McLean County Board will hold a public hearing and vote on funding for Show Bus rural transit, approve road resurfacing contracts totaling over $3 million, and consider numerous other contracts and agreements. The agenda includes several emergency appropriation ordinances and a resolution to declare surplus highway vehicles.

• Public hearing on IDOT FY2025 Section 5311 and DOAP applications for Show Bus operating assistance
• Approval of $1,791,440.20 for Lexington/LeRoy Rd and $1,236,895.62 for Hudson East Rd resurfacing to Rowe Construction
• Purchase of three pickup trucks for $140,662 from Barker Chevrolet and Barker Motor Co.
• Contract with YWCA McLean County Stepping Stones and agreements with Carle Health and Life Long Access
• Multiple emergency appropriation ordinances for various county funds

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Land Use and Development Committee is meeting to consider approval of bills and transfers, if any are presented. The agenda contains no other substantive items, so the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of bills and transfers (if any)

Stand Up Meetings

The McLean County Board committees are holding stand-up meetings on March 14, 2024. The only listed item is approval of bills and transfers, which is routine administrative business. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of bills and transfers (if any)

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The McLean County Board of Health is meeting to approve minutes, consent agenda bills totaling $559,001.90, and several action items. Key decisions include denying additional funding for a school program, approving a behavioral health contract RFP, and approving the annual report. The board will also discuss by-laws and 2025 budget goals.

• Deny $75,594.44 additional funding for CY24 Embedded School Program
• Approve RFP for six-month Behavioral Health contract at $77,000
• Approve 2023 Annual Report
• Consent agenda bills totaling $559,001.90 for February 2024
• Discuss Board of Health By-Laws and 2025 Budget Goals

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health will consider action items including denying additional funding for the CY24 Embedded School Program and approving a request for proposal for a six-month behavioral health contract. They will also discuss by-laws, 2025 budget goals, and receive updates on the mobile unit and 2023 year-end budget.

• Deny $75,594.44 funding request from Regional Office of Education for CY24 Embedded School Program
• Approve RFP for six-month Behavioral Health contract in amount of $77,000
• Approve 2023 McLean County Health Department Annual Report
• Consent agenda includes bills totaling $559,001.90 for February 2024
• Discussion of Board of Health By-Laws and 2025 Budget Goals

Sheriff's Merit Commission

The McLean County Sheriff's Merit Commission reviewed February minutes, approved 15 candidates (7 corrections officers and 8 deputies) from March 5 interviews, and scheduled corrections sergeant testing for April 2. The commission also reviewed the February budget performance report and approved bills.

• Approved 7 corrections officer candidates and 8 deputy candidates from March 5 interviews
• Corrections Sergeants Testing scheduled for April 2 at 3:30 p.m. in the Training Room
• Reviewed Budget Performance Report and Accumulated Transaction Listings for February 2024
• Next regular meeting set for April 9, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in the Sheriff's Training Room

Executive Committee

The McLean County Executive Committee will consider several contracts and budget amendments. Key items include agreements for behavioral health services with YWCA Stepping Stones ($100,000), Carle Health ($50,000), and the Regional Office of Education, plus multiple emergency appropriation ordinances for various county departments. The committee will also review contracts for wastewater treatment, fire alarm monitoring, and boiler replacement.

• Approve $100,000 contract with YWCA Stepping Stones for adult sexual assault services
• Authorize $50,000 agreement with Carle Health for psychiatry services
• Approve agreement with Regional Office of Education for behavioral health
• Approve multiple emergency appropriation ordinances for FY2023 budgets
• Approve contracts for wastewater treatment, fire alarm monitoring, and boiler replacement

Property Committee

The McLean County Property Committee will consider multiple action items including contracts for wastewater treatment plant management, fire alarm services, carpet replacement, and boiler replacement, as well as emergency appropriation ordinances to amend the FY2023 and FY2024 budgets. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and informational reports from the Parks and Facilities departments.

• Request approval of $8,424 annual contract with Total Environmental Service Technologies for wastewater treatment plant operation at COMLARA Park
• Request approval of contracts with Johnson Controls for fire alarm services and monitoring at Government Center and Old Courthouse
• Request approval of $51,000 addendum with Cushings' Commercial Carpet for phase 2 of Government Center carpet replacement
• Request approval of $52,790 addendum with Pipco for boiler replacement at 200 W. Front St. building
• Request approval of emergency appropriation ordinances amending FY2023 and FY2024 combined annual appropriations

Health Committee

The McLean County Health Committee will consider four emergency appropriation ordinances amending the county's FY2023 and FY2024 budgets, primarily to adjust personnel and other costs due to vacancies and to carry over funds for clinic painting and furniture projects. The committee will also receive monthly healthcare reports from the Juvenile Detention Center, Jail, Health Department, and Nursing Home, and consider a contract with Loving Peace Hospice for skilled nursing facility inpatient care services.

• Emergency Appropriation Ordinances for Health Department Funds 0105, 0106, 0110 (FY2023) and 0112 (FY2024)
• Fund 0112 amendment adds $83,723 for clinic painting and waiting room furniture
• Skilled Nursing Facility Inpatient Care Services Agreement with Loving Peace Hospice, Inc. d/b/a Gentiva
• Monthly healthcare reports from Juvenile Detention, Jail, Health Department, and Nursing Home
• Consent agenda includes approval of February 8, 2024 minutes and bills/transfers

Finance Committee

The McLean County Finance Committee is meeting to consider several action items, including an emergency appropriation ordinance for the Animal Control Department, a resolution for mobile home tax sale certificates, a Class C raffle approval, and a memorandum of understanding for a correctional officer recruiting incentive. The committee will also receive monthly reports from the County Clerk, Treasurer, and Animal Control. A closed session may be held to discuss collective negotiating matters.

• Emergency Appropriation Ordinance for Animal Control: adds $5,853 in contributions and $39,707 in animal registration fees, and increases overtime, contract services, and non-contractual services budgets
• Resolution authorizing County Board Chair to assign Mobile Home Tax Sale Certificate of Purchase
• Request approval of a Class C Raffle
• Memorandum of Understanding for Correctional Officer Recruiting Incentive between McLean County Board, Sheriff, and Fraternal Order of Police
• County Treasurer's Monthly Financial Reports to be accepted and placed on file

Justice Committee

The McLean County Justice Committee is scheduled to vote on three specific actions: approving a $78,676 federal grant for victim assistance, approving an intergovernmental agreement with the Village of Carlock, and approving an emergency appropriation ordinance for the FY2023 budget. The remaining agenda items consist of informational monthly reports from the Coroner, Public Defender, Circuit Court, and Sheriff.

• Approval of a $78,676 VOCA Grant Agreement (No. 222046) with the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority for victim assistance services
• Approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between McLean County, the Village of Carlock, and the McLean County Sheriff
• Approval of an Emergency Appropriation Ordinance amending the McLean County Fiscal Year 2023 Combined Annual Appropriation and Budget Ordinance
• Informational review of January 2024 statistics from the Children’s Advocacy Center, Coroner, Public Defender, and Circuit Clerk

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The McLean County Board of Health's Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee will meet to consider action items including approving prior minutes, a funding request from the Regional Office of Education for the CY24 embedded school program, and recommending expenditure of remaining 2024 funds. They will also discuss program summary reports and Medicaid reimbursement rates for adult psychiatry and mobile crisis programs.

• Consider $75,594.44 funding request from Regional Office of Education for CY24 embedded school program
• Recommend expenditure of remaining 2024 funding
• Approve minutes from 2/6/24 meeting
• Discuss CY23 Quarter Four and Annual Program Summary Report
• Discuss Medicaid Reimbursement Rates for Adult Psychiatry and Mobile Crisis Programs

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The Land Use & Transportation Committee will consider approving several rural public transportation funding applications and agreements for FY 2025, including IDOT Section 5311 and DOAP applications, a purchase of service agreement with SHOW BUS, and a revised vehicle lease. The committee will also review resolutions for equipment and construction lettings, bridge construction petitions, and an engineering services agreement. These items are recommended for approval and will be forwarded to the County Board.

• IDOT FY 2025 Section 5311 Formula Application for Rural Areas Operating Assistance
• IDOT FY 2025 Downstate Operating Assistance Program (DOAP) Application for Rural Areas
• Purchase of Service Agreement with SHOW BUS for Rural Public Transportation in FY 2025
• Revised Vehicle Lease Agreement with SHOW BUS
• Engineering Services Agreement with Hutchison Engineering, Inc. for Seegmiller II Bridge, Yates Road District

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission of McLean County will hold its monthly meeting on March 5, 2024, at 3:30 p.m. in Room 404 of the Government Center. The board will vote on approving the treasurer's report and payment of bills, as well as several invoices related to the Sidewalk Freight Lift contract and design services. They will also discuss the modernization of elevators in the Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse, the Animal Control Shelter Project, and a potential reinvestment of funds.

• Vote to approve Otis Elevator Co. invoice #23 for $11,412.56 (Sidewalk Freight Lift contract)
• Vote to approve Otis Elevator Co. invoice #24 for $20,289.00 (Sidewalk Freight Lift contract)
• Vote to approve Weber Electric, Inc. invoice dated Feb 2, 2024, for $2,711.84
• Vote to approve Farnsworth Group, Inc. February 2024 invoice for $28,824.00
• Vote on 1st Amendment to design services contract with Farnsworth Group, Inc. to complete IT Architectural's scope of work

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health's Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee will consider a request from the Regional Office of Education for an additional $75,594.44 to fund the CY24 embedded school program, and will recommend how to spend the remaining 2024 funding (about $77,155.48). They will also discuss quarterly and annual program reports for 2023, including Medicaid reimbursement rates for adult psychiatry and mobile crisis programs.

• Consider letter from Regional Office of Education requesting $75,594.44 additional funding for CY24 embedded school program
• Recommend expenditure of remaining 2024 funding (up to $77,155.48) for behavioral health services
• Discuss CY23 Quarter Four and Annual Program Summary Report
• Discuss Medicaid Reimbursement Rates for Adult Psychiatry and Mobile Crisis Programs
• Approve minutes from 2/6/24 meeting

Stand Up Meetings

The McLean County Board committees are meeting to consider several information technology purchases, including a $196,825.25 Dell computer equipment purchase, network switching equipment, antivirus software, and an AWS agreement. The Executive Committee will also approve minutes from previous meetings. These are action items for approval.

• Resolution to purchase Dell computers and laptops for $196,825.25 via MHEC joint purchasing contract
• Resolution to purchase network switching equipment from Gov Connection via Omniapartners
• Resolution to purchase antivirus software from Gov Connection via Omniapartners
• Resolution authorizing acceptance of AWS Public Sector Agreement via GovConnection
• Approval of minutes from November 16, 2023, December 14, 2023, and January 11, 2024 special meetings

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The McLean County Executive Committee and Land Use & Development Committee are meeting to consider several information technology purchases and to approve prior meeting minutes. The main action is a resolution to buy 91 desktops, 97 laptops, and 71 docking stations from Dell for $196,825.25, using a joint purchasing contract to bypass the formal bidding process. Other proposed purchases include network switching equipment, antivirus software, and an Amazon Web Services agreement. The Land Use & Development Committee will also approve minutes from three prior meetings.

• Resolution to purchase Dell computer equipment for $196,825.25 via MHEC contract
• Resolution to purchase network switching equipment from Gov Connection via Omniapartners
• Resolution to purchase antivirus software from Gov Connection via Omniapartners
• Resolution to accept Amazon Web Services Public Sector Agreement via GovConnection
• Approval of minutes from Nov 16, 2023, Dec 14, 2023, and Jan 11, 2024 special meetings

Executive Committee

The McLean County Executive Committee will consider approving four resolutions to purchase IT equipment and services through joint purchasing agreements, including $196,825.25 for Dell computers, laptops, and docks. They will also consider purchases of network switching equipment, antivirus software, and an AWS agreement. The Land Use and Development Committee will approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Purchase of 91 desktops, 97 laptops, and 71 docks from Dell for $196,825.25
• Purchase of network switching equipment from Gov Connection via Omnia Partners
• Purchase of antivirus software from Gov Connection via Omnia Partners
• Acceptance of AWS Public Sector Agreement via GovConnection
• Approval of minutes from Nov 16, Dec 14, Jan 11 meetings

County Board

The McLean County Board is meeting to vote on a consent agenda covering highway material and construction lettings, zoning special-use permits, and multiple contracts and purchases, including Dell computers, network equipment, antivirus software, and AWS services. Standing committees will present budget amendments, grant agreements, and an emergency appropriation ordinance. The board will also consider a site location approval for a recycling transfer station and several appointments.

• Approve special use for single-family residence at 39457 S. East St., Saybrook (SU-23-08)
• Approve special use for single-family residence at 1612 N 1300 East Rd., Heyworth (SU-24-01)
• Award material letting to Contech Engineered Solutions totaling $1,099,247.05
• Purchase computers/laptops from Dell via MHEC joint purchasing agreement
• Approve Lakeshore Recycling Systems application for Henson Recycling Campus Transfer Station site location

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The McLean County Board of Health will meet to approve minutes, consent agenda bills totaling $282,045.14, and several action items including emergency appropriation ordinances for the CY24 budget and various contracts. They will also discuss by-laws and topics like artificial intelligence and semaglutide.

• Approval of emergency appropriation ordinance amending CY24 budget for Fund 0112
• Approval of emergency appropriation ordinance for security cameras
• Approval of proposal from CertaPro Painters for painting east side clinic area
• Approval of Interpretation and Translation Services Agreement with Western Avenue Community Center
• Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Livingston County Health Department

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health will meet on February 14, 2024, to approve minutes, consent agenda bills totaling $282,045.14, and several action items including emergency appropriation ordinances for Fund 0112, a painting proposal, a translation services agreement, and a memorandum of understanding with Livingston County. They will also discuss by-laws and topics like artificial intelligence and semaglutide.

• Approval of emergency appropriation ordinance amending CY24 budget for Fund 0112 (multiple programs)
• Approval of emergency appropriation ordinance for security cameras in Fund 0112
• Approval of proposal from CertaPro Painters for painting east side clinic area
• Approval of Interpretation and Translation Services Agreement with Western Avenue Community Center
• Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Livingston County Health Department

Sheriff's Merit Commission

The McLean County Sheriff's Merit Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main business is conducting interviews for two correctional officer applicants, following one interview held on January 11th. The board will also review and approve the draft minutes from the January 9th meeting, the budget report, and any bills or expenses.

• Interview 2 correctional officer applicants
• Review draft minutes of January 9, 2024 meeting
• Review budget report and accumulated transaction listing as of January 1, 2024
• Submit and approve bills and other expenses
• Schedule next regular board meeting for March 12, 2024

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider several budget and appropriation amendments across multiple county funds. The meeting also includes requests for IT equipment purchases and various board appointments.

• Purchase of network switching equipment from Gov Connection for $67,935.84
• Purchase of SentinelOne anti-virus software from Gov Connection for $70,670.07
• Amendments to the 2023 and 2024 Combined Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinances
• Appointments to the Emergency Telephone System Board, Central Illinois Regional Airport Board, and Board of Health
• Approval of an intergovernmental agreement with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency

METCOM Operations Board

The METCOM Operations Board will review expenditures and department updates, and vote on two action items: increasing dispatcher training pay from 1.25 to 2 hours of overtime per 8-hour training session, and approving/signing the ProPheonix CAD contract. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Approval of increasing dispatcher training pay to 2 hours OT per 8 hours training
• Approval and signing of ProPheonix CAD contract
• Review of expenditures for December 2023 and January 2024
• Approval of minutes from December 8, 2023 and January 4, 2024
• Next meeting announced for April 12, 2024

Health Committee

The McLean County Health Committee will consider approving a counseling services contract for the Juvenile Detention Center and two emergency appropriation ordinances for the Health Department's budget. The committee will also receive monthly reports from the Nursing Home, Juvenile Detention, Jail Healthcare, and Health Department.

• Request approval of a contract for Counseling Services at the McLean County Juvenile Detention Center with Cathy Vogel, not to exceed $33,176
• Request approval of an Emergency Appropriation Ordinance Amending the McLean County Fiscal Year 2024 Combined Annual Appropriation and Budget Ordinance for Fund 0112
• Request approval of an Emergency Appropriation Ordinance Amending the McLean County Fiscal Year 2024 Combined Annual Appropriation and Budget Ordinance
• Monthly report from the Nursing Home showing December 2023 average daily census of 100.2 residents and net loss of $476,962.12 for the month

Rules Sub-Committee

The Rules Sub-Committee is reviewing proposed amendments to Chapter 20 of the McLean County Code regarding County Board rules. The items presented for action include updates to the establishment, election districts, and terms of office for Board members.

• Proposed amendments to Chapter 20 of the McLean County Code (County Board Rules)
• Review of Board district reapportionment and election procedures
• Discussion of Board officer election processes and tie-breaking options
• Review of procedures for filling County Board and Countywide elected official vacancies

Property Committee

The Property Committee will consider two action items: a $14,000 contract with Design Mavens Architecture for renovating the Public Defender's Office on the 6th floor of the Law and Justice Center, and a $174,868 contract with Seico for security camera installation at the Government Center and Health Department. The committee will also recommend declaring 18 surplus kayaks as surplus property for auction via GovDeals.

• Request approval of $14,000 architectural services contract with Design Mavens Architecture for Public Defender's Office renovation (6th floor, Law and Justice Center)
• Request award of $174,868 security camera system RFP to Seico for Government Center and Health Department sites
• Recommend declaration of 18 surplus kayaks (Ocean, Lifetime, Perception, Bic Sport) as surplus property for auction via GovDeals
• Monthly reports from Facilities Management and Parks and Recreation departments

Finance Committee

The committee will review requests to amend the 2023 and 2024 combined annual budget and appropriation ordinances. Members will also consider several ordinances to transfer monies between various county funds, including the General Fund, Health Department, and Nursing Home Fund.

• Amendments to the 2023 and 2024 Combined Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance
• Emergency Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2023 Funds 0130 and 0131
• Transfer of monies from County General Fund 0001 to the Children’s Advocacy Center, Court Security, IDPA IV-D, and Tort Judgement Funds
• Transfer of monies from the Health Department Fund 0112 to the Persons with Developmental Disability Fund 0110
• Proposed 2024 Insurance Program

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and vote on two special-use permit requests to allow single-family residences in agricultural districts on land unsuitable for farming. Both cases will be recommendations to the County Board.

• Case SU-23-08: Bart Singletary requests a special use for a single-family residence at 39457 S. East St., Saybrook, IL (Cheneys Grove Township).
• Case SU-24-01: Jessica Scharf requests a special use for a single-family residence at 1612 N 1300 East Rd., Heyworth, IL (Randolph Township).
• Both properties are in the A-Agriculture District on land deemed unsuitable for farming.

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The McLean County Land Use & Transportation Committee will consider approving several highway department actions, including material and construction contracts, bridge culvert replacements, and a grant agreement. The most significant items are the approval of bids for metal and plastic pipe materials totaling over $1 million, and a $1.3 million bridge deck replacement on Lexington-Leroy Road.

• Approve material letting bids to Contech Engineered Solutions totaling $1,099,247.05 for metal and plastic pipe
• Approve construction letting bids: $1,316,799.75 to Stark Excavating for Baker Bridge deck replacement on Lexington-Leroy Road (CH 21)
• Approve $87,323.91 to Beniach Construction for seal coat on Riddlepit Road (CH 15) from Sapphire Sky Wind Farm
• Approve bridge construction petitions for joint culvert replacements in Funks Grove and Yates Road Districts
• Approve highway fund resolutions for McLean Road and South Downs Road (CH 27)

Public Building Commission

The Board will discuss elevator modernization at the Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse. The meeting includes votes on several invoices and low-bids for electrical equipment and generators.

• Modernization of elevators in the Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse
• Animal Control Shelter Project discussion
• January 2024 Farnsworth Group, Inc. invoice for $72,060.00
• Zeller Electric, Inc. low-bid of $16,830.00 for electrical distribution equipment
• Foster Jacob Electrical's low-bid of $71,500.00 for a generator

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The McLean County Board of Health's Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee will meet to approve minutes and 2024 meeting dates, and discuss the funding process for remaining 2024 allocations, the 2025 indirect cost rate, a letter about the Embedded School Program, and possible rate increases for adult psychiatry and mobile crisis services.

• Approve 11/13/23 minutes
• Approve 2024 committee meeting dates
• Discuss funding process for remaining 2024 allocations
• Discuss 2025 indirect cost rate
• Discuss rate increases for adult psychiatry and mobile crisis reimbursement

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health's Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee will discuss the process for awarding the remaining $77,155.48 in 2024 mental health funding allocations, the indirect cost rate for 2025 funding, a letter from the Regional Office of Education regarding the Embedded School Program, and potential rate increases for adult psychiatry and mobile crisis reimbursement. The committee will also approve minutes from the November 13, 2023 meeting and set 2024 meeting dates.

• Discuss funding process for remaining $77,155.48 in 2024 mental health contracts
• Discuss indirect cost rate for 2025 funding (potential raise above 10%)
• Discuss letter from Regional Office of Education regarding Embedded School Program
• Discuss rate increases for adult psychiatry and mobile crisis reimbursement
• Approve 2024 Behavioral Health Policy and Funding Committee meeting dates

Justice Committee

The McLean County Justice Committee will review and potentially approve several action items, including an intergovernmental agreement for emergency management funding, software and service contracts for the Public Defender's Office, and multiple grant agreements for the Children's Advocacy Center. The committee will also receive informational reports from various county departments.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Illinois Emergency Management Agency for $94,714.38 (Emergency Management Performance Grant)
• Software License Agreement with JusticeText Inc. for the Public Defender's Office
• Contract with David W. Butler as Special Public Defender
• Grant Agreement with Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority for CASA-VOCA
• Services Agreement with Project Oz for Opioid Prevention Program

Legislative Sub-Committee

The Legislative Sub-Committee of the McLean County Board will consider approving the 2024 Legislative Program, which outlines the county's state and federal legislative priorities. The program includes positions on revenue protection, transportation funding, mental health funding, and other issues. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Approval of the 2024 Legislative Program
• Support for a county motor fuel tax and electric vehicle road funding
• Opposition to House Bill 4162 (remote participation in Open Meetings)
• Support for Senate Bills 2030 and 2318 (senior property tax freeze)
• Support for increased Medicaid reimbursement rates

Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB)

The McLean County Emergency Telephone System Board will meet to approve the November/December 2023 financial report and a contract for air duct cleaning at the METCOM center. They will also receive updates on the 911 system, including call statistics, project updates, and the status of the Everest tower and CAD project. The meeting includes public comment and officer elections are announced for March.

• Approval of Financial Report for November/December 2023
• Approval of Air Duct Cleaning at Metcom
• Everest (Charolais Lane) Tower Update
• MetCom's CAD Project Update
• Election of Officers at March meeting

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The McLean County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council is meeting to receive updates on several criminal justice initiatives, including treatment courts, behavioral health, and case management systems. The agenda includes presentations from Gateway Foundation, ISU Stevenson Center, and county officials. No votes or decisions are listed; the meeting appears to be informational.

• Gateway Foundation and Treatment Courts presentation by Sandra Beecher
• Research and Reporting Update from ISU Stevenson Center, Dr. Frank Beck
• Behavioral Health Update by Kevin McCall
• Family Treatment Court update by William Scanlon and Judge J. Brian Goldrick
• Justice System Case Management Systems update by William Scanlon and Craig Nelson

County Board

The McLean County Board is meeting to approve a consent agenda that includes awarding a $1,695,306.36 construction contract for the Seminary Street (CH 27) project in the Village of Downs, along with various material supply contracts for 2024 maintenance. The board will also consider several agreements, including a broadband feasibility study, a sewage treatment plant design project, and a fire extinguisher inspection contract. Additionally, they will vote on ordinances amending personnel policies and fees for affordable housing, and an immigration services resolution.

• Award $1,695,306.36 to Rowe Construction for Seminary Street (CH 27) project
• Approve contract with CCG Consulting for rural broadband feasibility study
• Approve agreement with Baxter & Woodman for COMLARA Park sewage treatment plant rehabilitation design
• Approve agreement with Johnson Controls for fire extinguisher inspections
• Amend Chapter 205 fees for affordable housing (tabled from December)

Executive Committee

The McLean County Executive Committee will consider adopting the 2024 Legislative Program, which outlines the county's state and federal legislative priorities, including funding for local government revenues, transportation, mental health, and property tax relief. The Property Committee will also consider approving an agreement with Johnson Controls for fire extinguisher inspections, with corrected terms and conditions. The Land Use and Development Committee will consider approving bills and transfers.

• Adoption of 2024 Legislative Program with priorities on LGDF, transportation funding, mental health, and property tax relief
• Approval of agreement with Johnson Controls for fire extinguisher inspections
• Support for Senate Bills 2030 and 2318 to expand senior property tax freeze income limits
• Opposition to House Bill 4162 that would allow remote participation in open meetings without a quorum
• Support for legislation to create a statewide paint stewardship program for household hazardous waste

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The McLean County Board committees will consider adopting the 2024 Legislative Program, which outlines the county's state and federal legislative priorities, and approve a corrected agreement with Johnson Controls for fire extinguisher inspections. The legislative program covers topics such as protecting local government revenues, transportation funding, mental health services, and property tax relief.

• Adoption of 2024 Legislative Program for McLean County
• Approval of agreement with Johnson Controls for fire extinguisher inspections
• Legislative program includes support for county motor fuel tax authority and electric vehicle road funding
• Program opposes House Bill 4162 (remote meeting participation) and supports Senate Bills 2030 and 2318 (senior property tax freeze)
• Program supports legislation for statewide paint stewardship program and higher Medicaid reimbursement rates

Property Committee

The Property Committee will consider approving an agreement with Johnson Controls for fire extinguisher inspections, with corrected terms and conditions. The meeting follows the Executive Committee, which will consider adopting the 2024 Legislative Program for McLean County.

• Request approval of agreement with Johnson Controls for fire extinguisher inspections (contract terms and conditions corrected after January meeting)
• Request approval of Resolution adopting the 2024 Legislative Program for McLean County

Stand Up Meetings

The McLean County Board committees will meet to consider adopting the 2024 Legislative Program, which outlines the county's state and federal legislative priorities, and to approve an agreement with Johnson Controls for fire extinguisher inspections. The legislative program covers topics such as protecting local revenues, transportation funding, mental health funding, and property tax relief for seniors. The fire extinguisher inspection contract was previously approved but is being re-presented with corrected terms and conditions.

• Adoption of 2024 Legislative Program for McLean County
• Approval of agreement with Johnson Controls for fire extinguisher inspections
• Legislative priorities include opposing reductions in state-collected local revenues (LGDF, CPPRT, sales tax, motor fuel tax)
• Support for legislation to allow a county motor fuel tax and fund road maintenance from electric vehicles
• Resolution in support of Senate Bills 2030 and 2318 to expand senior property tax freeze

HD - Board of Health Agenda and Minutes

The McLean County Board of Health is meeting to approve December 2023 bills totaling $323,702.61 and an emergency appropriation ordinance amending the CY24 budget for a state public health grant. The board will also discuss the 2025 budget and a Quality of Life grant, and receive committee reports.

• Approval of December 2023 bills totaling $323,702.61 across six funds
• Emergency appropriation ordinance for Fund 0107.0061.0062 (SIPA grant)
• 2025 Budget Discussion
• Quality of Life grant discussion
• Approval of updated 2024 meeting dates

HD - Board of Health Agenda with Attachments

The McLean County Board of Health will discuss priorities for the 2025 budget, including chronic disease prevention, emerging disease threats, mental health, and health equity. The board will also consider approving an emergency appropriation ordinance for the Strengthening Illinois Public Health Administration (SIPA) grant, and approve updated 2024 meeting dates. Consent agenda includes payment of bills totaling $323,702.61 for December 2023.

• Approval of Emergency Appropriation Ordinance for SIPA grant (Fund 0107.0061.0062)
• Discussion of 2025 budget priorities: chronic disease, emerging diseases, mental health, health equity, workforce
• Consent agenda: bills totaling $323,702.61 for December 2023
• Approval of updated 2024 Board of Health meeting dates
• Informational item: Quality of Life grant

Sheriff's Merit Commission

The McLean County Sheriff's Merit Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. They will conduct one corrections officer interview, review the budget report, approve bills, and elect commission officers for 2024. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and scheduling for the next regular meeting.

• Interview of 1 corrections applicant
• Budget Report & Accumulated Transaction Listing as of December 1, 2023
• Submit & Approve Bills and/or other expenses
• Election of Merit Officers at January 2024 meeting
• Regular Board Meeting scheduled for February 12, 2024

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider several departmental requests, including emergency budget amendments for the Sheriff's Office and a new maintenance agreement with the City of Bloomington. The committee will also review appointments for local boards and various service contracts for county facilities.

• Emergency appropriation for Sheriff's Office opioid grant funds ($20,965 for FY2023; $29,035 for FY2024)
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Bloomington for street and road maintenance
• Contract with CCG Consulting for a Rural Broadband Expansion feasibility study
• Bid from TOP roofing for the Fairview Building roof project
• Agreement with Johnson Controls for fire extinguisher inspections

Health Committee

The Health Committee will consider approving a dental services agreement for the jail and receive annual reports from the Health Department, Nursing Home, Juvenile Detention, and Jail. No other action items are on the agenda. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and public comment.

• Request approval of Agreement between McLean County and Eric Abreu, DDS for jail dental services
• Monthly reports from Health Department, Nursing Home, Juvenile Detention, and Jail
• Approval of December 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommend approval of bills and transfers to the County Board

METCOM Operations Board

The Metcom Operations Board is holding a special meeting to consider approval of a CAD (Computer-Aided Dispatch) vendor selection. This is the only action item on the agenda, with the rest of the meeting reserved for old, new, and general business.

• Approval of CAD vendor selection

Property Committee

The McLean County Property Committee will consider approving contracts for the COMLARA Park sewage treatment plant rehabilitation design and bidding assistance, fire extinguisher inspections, and a roof project at the Fairview Building. The committee will also hear monthly reports from the Parks and Recreation and Facilities Management departments.

• Agreement with Baxter & Woodman for COMLARA Park Sewage Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Design and Bidding Assistance Project
• Agreement with Johnson Controls for Fire Extinguisher inspections
• Bid from TOP roofing for roof project at Fairview Building
• Monthly reports from Parks and Recreation and Facilities Management

Finance Committee

The McLean County Finance Committee is meeting to review and recommend approval of bills, transfers, and several action items, including a resolution to assign a mobile home tax sale certificate, an emergency appropriation for the County Clerk's elections division, and an amendment to full-time equivalent positions for the Circuit Court. The agenda also includes informational reports from the Supervisor of Assessments, County Treasurer, Animal Control, County Auditor, and County Clerk.

• Resolution authorizing County Board Chair to assign Mobile Home Tax Sale Certificate of Purchase
• Emergency Appropriation Ordinance amending FY2024 budget for County Clerk Elections Division (Fund 0001)
• Resolution amending Funded Full-Time Equivalent Position Resolution for FY2024 for Circuit Court (Fund 0001, Dept 0016)
• County Treasurer's Monthly Financial Reports to be filed
• Animal Control monthly report with 2023 statistics

Justice Committee

The McLean County Justice Committee will consider two emergency appropriation ordinances from the Sheriff's Office to amend the FY2023 and FY2024 budgets for the Illinois Medication Assisted Recovery (MAR) Grant, which funds the Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program at the county jail. The committee will also review a request to create a grant-funded Program Administrator position in the Circuit Court, along with routine monthly statistical reports from various county departments.

• Emergency appropriation ordinance amending FY2023 budget for Sheriff's Fund 0001 for MAR Grant
• Emergency appropriation ordinance amending FY2024 budget for Sheriff's Fund 0001 for MAR Grant
• Request to approve a grant-funded Program Administrator position for Circuit Court
• Monthly statistical reports from Circuit Clerk, Sheriff, Children's Advocacy Center, Coroner, Public Defender, Court Services, and State's Attorney

Land Use & Transportation Committee

The McLean County Land Use & Transportation Committee will consider approving bids from the December 20, 2023 letting, including a $1,695,306.36 contract to Rowe Construction for the Seminary Street (CH 27) project in the Village of Downs. The committee will also review an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Bloomington for maintenance work, motor fuel tax resolutions for Hudson East Road, and an engineering services agreement with Lewis, Yockey & Brown, Inc. These items are recommended for approval and will be forwarded to the County Board.

• Award $1,695,306.36 to Rowe Construction for Seminary Street (CH 27) road project
• Intergovernmental agreement with City of Bloomington for street/road maintenance
• Motor Fuel Tax & Matching Fund resolutions for Hudson East Road (CH 12)
• Engineering services agreement with Lewis, Yockey & Brown, Inc.
• Approval of 2024 maintenance material bids (multiple suppliers, per-ton prices)

Public Building Commission

The Public Building Commission of McLean County will hold its monthly meeting on January 2, 2024, to discuss and vote on several financial items, including a $201,895.54 invoice from Otis Elevator Co. for elevator modernization at the Law & Justice Center, a Farnsworth Group invoice, a well drilling proposal from Kickapoo Drilling Co., and amendments to lease and operation contracts. The board will also discuss elevator modernization, the Animal Control Shelter project, and a new commissioner appointment.

• Vote on Otis Elevator Co. invoice #22 for $201,895.54 (Law & Justice Center elevator contract)
• Discussion of elevator modernization in Law & Justice Center and Old County Courthouse
• Discussion of Animal Control Shelter project
• Vote on Kickapoo Drilling Co. proposal for well drilling at new Animal Control Shelter site
• Vote on 2024 amendments to lease and operation/maintenance contracts