Woodford County, IL

Road & Bridge Committee

The Woodford County Road & Bridge Committee will meet on August 18, 2026, to review and consider claims totaling $494,089.72 for the County Board meeting, approve minutes, and discuss old and new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive action being approval of the claims list.

• Claims totaling $494,089.72 across five funds, including $405,581.02 for township road reseals by Steffens 3-D Construction
• County Highway Fund claims of $22,096.94, including $12,977.00 for remaining roof payment on south storage shed
• County Bridge Fund claims of $64,478.28, including $56,363.90 for Section 25-00056-00-DR pay estimate 2
• Motor Fuel Tax Fund claims of $1,964.48 for gravel chips
• Review of July 13, 2026, meeting minutes and executive session minutes

County Board

The Woodford County Board will consider a six-month moratorium on data center applications, approve sheriff's office purchases for digital archiving and forensic storage, and vote on a special use permit for a church in an agricultural district. The agenda also includes several board appointments, a resolution on tax sale certificates, and routine approvals of minutes and claims.

• Ordinance 2025/26-009: six-month moratorium on data center applications
• Resolution 2025/26-060: $11,250 annual Barracuda Archiving System purchase for Sheriff
• Resolution 2025/26-061: $13,500 Magnet Forensics unlimited storage purchase
• Ordinance 2025/26-008: special use permit for Congerville Apostolic Christian Faith Church on 14.75 acres
• Resolution 2025/26-062: allow county to acquire tax sale certificates as trustee

Health Insurance Committee

Veterans Assistance Commission

The Woodford County Veterans Assistance Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review finances, and conduct regular business. They will consider resolutions to adopt a bylaw amendment and a travel policy, and discuss planning an open house cookout at their new facilities. The meeting also includes a discussion on whether to continue holding meetings in July.

• Resolution to adopt 2026-01 By Laws Amendment 01
• Resolution to adopt 2026-04 VAC Travel Policy
• Discussion on open house cookout at new facilities
• Nick Miller named new Assistant Superintendent
• Discussion on whether to hold July meetings

County Offices Committee

The Woodford County Offices Committee will consider several appointments and reappointments to local boards and districts, approve August 2026 claims, and discuss moving a copier to the Vote Center for early voting. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a roll call vote on per diem payments.

• Reappointment of Doug Wuethrich to Zoning Board of Appeals (5-year term)
• Appointment of Adam Personett to Caterpillar Trail Public Water District
• Reappointment of Don Kingdon to Panther Creek Drainage District
• Reappointment of Randy Koehler to Clayton Bennington Drainage District
• Discussion of moving County Board Copier to Vote Center for early voting

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee will discuss a proposed six-month moratorium on data center applications and permits, and review permit fees. The committee will also approve monthly claims and minutes from the July meeting.

• Ordinance 2025-26 #009: six-month moratorium on data center special use and building permit applications, expiring February 16, 2027
• Discussion on permit fees
• Approval of monthly claims
• Approval of July 13, 2026 minutes

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The Public Safety and Finance Committees are meeting jointly to review budget presentations from county departments including Health, EMA, Judicial, Public Defender, Probation, and Sheriff, with suggested 3.5% increase targets. They will also approve August claims, hear the Treasurer's report, and receive updates from the Sheriff, EMA, IT, and Animal Control. The agenda includes discussion of an MOU with Cats of West Central Illinois and quotes for IT equipment.

• Budget target suggestions of 3.5% increase for 2026/27
• Approval of August 2026 claims (Public Safety and Finance)
• Email Archiver quote from Heart Technologies (pgs. 88-94)
• Network Storage quote from Magnet Forensics (pg. 95)
• MOU with Cats of West Central Illinois (pgs. 98-99)

Road & Bridge Committee

Public Safety Committee

The Woodford County Public Safety and Finance Committees are meeting jointly to review budget presentations and set targets for the 2026-27 fiscal year, with a suggested 3.5% increase over the previous year. They will also approve August 2026 claims, hear the Treasurer's report, and receive updates from the Sheriff, EMA, IT, and Animal Control. The agenda includes discussion of quotes for email archiving and network storage, and an unfinished MOU with Cats of West Central Illinois.

• Budget target suggestions of 3.5% increase for 2026-27
• Approval of August 2026 claims for Public Safety and Finance
• Email Archiver quote from Heart Technologies (pgs. 88-94)
• Network Storage quote for Electronic Evidence from Magnet Forensics (pg. 95)
• MOU with Cats of West Central Illinois (pgs. 98-99)

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

The Woodford County Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee is meeting to review monthly claims and minutes, and to discuss unfinished business on a data center moratorium and new business on permit fees. No executive session is currently scheduled. The meeting is a regular business session with public input opportunity.

• Discussion on data center moratorium
• Discussion on permit fees
• Approval of monthly claims
• Approval of July 13, 2026 minutes

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee will discuss a proposed six-month moratorium on data center applications and consider changes to permit fees. The agenda includes approval of claims and minutes, and public input. The meeting is rescheduled to Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 5:15 PM.

• Discussion on a six-month moratorium on data center special use and building permit applications (Ordinance 2025-26 #009)
• Discussion on permit fees
• Approval of monthly claims and July 13, 2026 minutes
• Public input on permit fee waivers for tornado-damaged properties

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three petitions regarding property use and construction. The board will also discuss its by-laws.

• Petition #2026-17-V: Variance for Keith Wernsman to build an accessory structure exceeding primary dwelling size in Worth Township
• Petition #2026-18-V: Variance for Steven Dotterer for a 30-foot setback reduction for a covered porch at 1660 County Road 700 N.
• Petition #2026-19-S: Special Use request for Congerville Apostolic Christian Faith Church to operate a church on 14.75 acres in Montgomery Township

Board of Health

The Woodford County Board of Health will hear the 2027 draft budget presentation and consider updates to food enforcement policy fees and employee flu vaccine pricing. The board will also certify electronic vote results for a Heartland Health Services agreement and may discuss by-law amendments and health policies. An executive session is scheduled for personnel matters.

• Certification of electronic vote results for Heartland Health Services Memorandum of Agreement
• Discussion/action on addendum to Board of Health By-Laws (tabled)
• Discussion/action on employee health policy (tabled)
• Discussion/action on update to Food Enforcement Policy Fees
• Discussion/action on 2027 draft budget presentation

County Board

The Woodford County Board will consider several resolutions, including a $191,871 engineering services agreement for an Olio Road District project and a $94,000 contract for County Highway 9 improvements. Other actions include raising the Woodford County Public Defender’s salary to $205,486.17, authorizing a $45,498.60 purchase of replacement taser weapons, and reappointing two members to the Woodford County Housing Authority. The agenda also contains ordinances for a dog‑grooming business on State Route 117 and a map amendment for a property on Timberlan Road.

• Resolution 2025/26-054: Engineering Services Agreement up to $191,871 for Olio Road District Project
• Resolution 2025/26-053: Engineering Services Agreement up to $94,000 for County Highway 9, Section 25-00126-00-BR
• Resolution 2025/26-051: Increase Woodford County Public Defender salary to $205,486.17 effective July 1, 2026
• Resolution 2025/26-056: Purchase replacement Taser Energy Weapons up to $45,498.60 from Axon
• Ordinance 2025/26-006: Special Use permit for a dog grooming business at 2082 State Route 117, Benson, IL

The Woodford County Board approved the consent agenda, which included a salary increase for the Public Defender to $205,486.17, several highway engineering agreements, and two zoning changes. The board also approved a proclamation for National Emergency Management Awareness Month and authorized the purchase of replacement Taser Energy Weapons for the Probation and Court Services Office. Several executive session minutes were released, while others were retained as confidential.

• Approved consent agenda including Public Defender salary increase to $205,486.17
• Approved Resolution 2025/26-055 for National Emergency Management Awareness Month
• Approved Resolution 2025/26-056 for Taser purchase up to $45,498.60
• Approved engineering agreements for County Highway 9 ($94,000) and Olio Road District ($191,871)
• Granted special use for dog grooming business at 2082 State Route 117, Benson
• Approved map amendment for 504 Timberlan Road, Metamora from R-1 to AG
• Approved temporary polling location change for Cazenovia 1 precinct to Washburn Village Hall
• Approved claims payment including added $6,426.19 to Heritage John Deere Financial

Public Safety Committee

The committee will consider the purchase of new Taser equipment for the Probation Office, with a quote to be provided at the meeting. They will also discuss a resolution proclaiming National Emergency Management Awareness Month and unfinished business regarding an MOU with the Cats of West Central Illinois. Routine approvals of minutes and claims are on the agenda.

• Purchase of new Taser equipment for Probation Office (quote to be provided)
• Resolution 2025/26-055 for National Emergency Management Awareness Month
• Unfinished business: MOU with the Cats of West Central Illinois
• Approval of June 2026 claims
• Sheriff's monthly reports for July 2026

Health Insurance Committee

The Health Insurance Committee will discuss the recent upgrade of all Carle Health providers to Preferred/Tier 1 status, effective July 1, 2026, which reduces member out-of-pocket costs. They will also receive a quarterly report from Snedeker Risk Management, review fund balances, and approve minutes from the previous meeting. No new business or claims appeals are on the agenda.

• Update: all Carle Health providers are now Preferred/Tier 1 effective July 1, 2026
• Quarterly Report from Snedeker Risk Management
• County Board Action Follow-up (monthly item)
• Approval of May 13, 2026 minutes
• Report of Fund Balances (combined balance was $252,228.55 as of May 2026)

County Offices Committee

The County Offices and Finance Committees will jointly consider setting the Public Defender salary via Resolution 2025/26-051, moving the Cazenovia 1 polling location from Tjaden Memorial Library to Washburn Village Hall, and purchasing four computers for the Recorder's Office for $10,406.14. They will also vote on reappointments to the Housing Authority and review July claims and per diem payments.

• Reappointment of Erik Brewer (1-year term) and Laura Siscoe (3-year term) to the Woodford County Housing Authority
• Resolution 2025/26-051 to set the Public Defender salary
• Discussion and potential approval of moving Cazenovia 1 precinct polling location to Washburn Village Hall (134 N Jefferson St, Washburn)
• Purchase of 4 computers from Heart Technologies for $10,406.14 from Recorder's Automation Fund
• Budget presentations for State's Attorney, Regional Office of Education, Veteran's Services, Coroner, Supervisor of Assessment, and County Clerk

The joint County Offices and Finance Committee meeting approved a $4,600 per diem payment to Jonathan Schertz for service from December 2020 through June 2026, along with reappointments to the Housing Authority, a temporary polling place change, and a computer purchase. The committee also reviewed preliminary budget proposals from several county departments, with discussion focused on salary increases and a significant jump in the Child Advocacy Center line item.

• Approved $4,600 per diem for Jonathan Schertz (4-0, Rood absent)
• Reappointed Erik Brewer and Laura Siscoe to Woodford County Housing Authority
• Approved temporary move of Cazenovia 1 precinct polling location to Washburn Village Hall
• Approved $10,406.14 purchase of 4 computers for Recorder's Office
• Approved Resolution 2025/26-051 setting Public Defender salary
• Retained Feb 2025 and June 2025 executive session minutes as confidential
• Approved July 2026 County Offices claims
• Approved June 9, 2026 County Offices and June 10, 2026 Finance minutes

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The County Offices and Finance committees will hold a joint meeting to discuss department budgets and administrative appointments. The body will also consider a polling location change and a contract for new hardware.

• Purchase of 4 new computers for the Recorder’s Office from Heart Technologies for $10,406.14
• Proposed move of Cazenovia 1 precinct polling location from 104 W. Magnolia Street to 134 N Jefferson Street, Washburn
• Resolution 2025/26-051 to set the Public Defender salary
• Reappointment of Erik Brewer (1-year term) and Laura Siscoe (3-year term) to the Woodford County Housing Authority
• Budget reviews for State’s Attorney, Regional Office of Education, Veteran’s Services, Coroner, and Supervisor of Assessment

The joint County Offices and Finance Committee approved a $4,600 per diem payment to Jonathan Schertz for service from December 2020 through June 2026, and reappointed two members to the Housing Authority. The committee also approved a resolution setting the Public Defender salary, approved the temporary relocation of a polling place, and approved the purchase of four computers for the Recorder's Office. Budget discussions set a 3.5% increase target for most departments, though the State's Attorney and Supervisor of Assessments presented budgets above that target.

• Approved $4,600 per diem for Jonathan Schertz (4-0, Rood absent)
• Reappointed Erik Brewer and Laura Siscoe to Housing Authority
• Approved Resolution 2025/26-051 setting Public Defender salary
• Approved temporary move of Cazenovia 1 precinct to Washburn Village Hall
• Approved $10,406.14 purchase of 4 computers for Recorder's Office
• Retained Feb 2025 and June 2025 executive session minutes as confidential
• Approved July 2026 County Offices claims
• Set 3.5% budget increase target for 2026/27

Road & Bridge Committee

The committee will discuss and act on preliminary engineering agreements with Hampton, Lenzini, and Renwick, Inc. and Hanson Professional Services, Inc. The body is also reviewing the FY2027 Unified Planning Work Program and Joint Funding Agreement for TCRPC.

• Preliminary Engineering agreement with Hampton, Lenzini, and Renwick, Inc. for Section 26-00126-00-BR
• Preliminary Engineering agreement with Hanson Professional Services, Inc. for Section 26-11151-00-BR
• TCRPC FY2027 Unified Planning Work Program & Joint Funding Agreement
• Claims for July 21, 2026 Board meeting totaling $21,007.17 (Highway Fund), $54,132.19 (Bridge Fund), and $145,419.72 (Motor Fuel Tax Fund)

The Road & Bridge Committee approved the FY2027 Unified Planning Work Program with TCRPC, contributing $14,949.41, and approved preliminary engineering agreements for two bridge replacements: one on County Highway 9 near Carlock ($94,000) and one on County Road 1875 E near Eureka (funded by township). They also approved scrapping metal roofing and approved routine claims and minutes.

• Approved July 2026 claims (unanimous)
• Approved TCRPC FY2027 UPWP & Joint Funding Agreement ($14,949.41 share)
• Approved preliminary engineering agreement with Hampton, Lenzini, and Renwick for bridge on County Highway 9 ($94,000)
• Approved preliminary engineering agreement with Hanson Professional Services for bridge on County Road 1875 E
• Approved scrapping metal roofing from Maintenance Department
• Approved June 8, 2026 minutes
• Retained January 12, 2026 Executive Session minutes as confidential
• Retained February 9, 2026 Executive Session minutes as confidential

Public Safety Committee

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

The Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee will consider a proposed ordinance imposing a six-month moratorium on accepting special use and building permit applications for data centers. The moratorium would allow county officials to study resident concerns and develop comprehensive regulations. The committee will also elect a chairman and vice chairman.

• Proposed ordinance for six-month moratorium on data center development
• Election of committee chairman and vice chairman
• Public input period

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and vote on seven petitions including variances, a special use for a dog grooming business, and a map amendment to change zoning from Residential to Agriculture on 9.48 acres. The board will also discuss by-laws and take public input.

• Map Amendment #2026-13-Z: rezone 9.48 acres from Residential (R-1) to Agriculture at 504 Timberlan Rd, Metamora
• Special Use #2026-11-S: allow a dog grooming business at 2082 State Route 117, Benson
• Variance #2026-7-V: reduce front setback to build a detached garage at 543 County Highway 8, Congerville
• Variance #2026-14-V: add an inground pool on a non-conforming lot at 1403 County Road 2200 N, Washburn
• Variance #2026-15-V: construct an accessory structure larger than 1,800 sq ft in Montgomery Township

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved five variances for structures and business use, and one map amendment to change land from residential to agricultural. One petition for a variance was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved after-the-fact variance for a deck at 1403 County Road 2200 N, Washburn (5-0)
• Approved special use for a dog grooming business at 2082 State Route 117, Benson (5-0)
• Approved variance for an accessory structure over 1,800sf at 359 Denman Road, Carlock (5-0)
• Approved map amendment from Residential to Agriculture for 9.48 acres at 504 Timberlan Rd, Metamora (5-0)
• Approved variance for an inground pool setback at 1403 County Road 2200 N, Washburn (5-0)
• Approved variance for an accessory structure over 1,800sf at parcel 18-16-100-027, Congerville (5-0)
• Petition for variance at 543 County Highway 8, Congerville withdrawn by Cordell Devall

County Board

The Woodford County Board will vote on several resolutions including County Aid for a bridge replacement on Olio Road, supplemental engineering services for a Metamora Township project, and a purchase of sheriff office computers costing $47,135.60. An ordinance will grant a special use permit for a retail facility on 36 acres at 2696 County Road 600 N. The board will also adopt an updated Purchasing Ordinance and discuss amendments to board rules and budget items.

• Resolution 2025/26-047 authorizing County Aid to replace an existing bridge on Olio Road (County Road 1875 E).
• Resolution 2025/26-048 for supplemental engineering services from Maurer Stutz, not to exceed $3,985 for the Metamora Township Project.
• Resolution 2025/26-049 authorizing the Sheriff to purchase computers from Heart Technologies for $47,135.60.
• Ordinance 2025/26-004 granting a special use permit for a retail facility on 36 acres at 2696 County Road 600 N., El Paso.
• Ordinance 2025/26-005 updating the Woodford County Purchasing Ordinance, replacing the 2017 version.

The Woodford County Board approved Ordinance 2025/26-005, updating the County Purchasing Ordinance and increasing spending thresholds from $3,000 to $5,000 and from $10,000 to $15,000. The board also amended its rules to align with the new ordinance, requiring a 2/3 majority vote, which passed unanimously. All other consent agenda items were approved, including appointments, resolutions for road projects, and a special use permit.

• Approved Ordinance 2025/26-005 updating the Purchasing Ordinance, raising spending limits (unanimous)
• Amended County Board Rules to match updated Purchasing Ordinance (11-0 roll call)
• Approved Resolution 2025/26-047 for County Aid for Olio Road District bridge replacement
• Approved Resolution 2025/26-048 for supplemental engineering services from Maurer Stutz ($3,985)
• Approved Resolution 2025/26-049 for Sheriff's office computer purchase from Heart Technologies ($47,135.60)
• Approved Ordinance 2025/26-004 granting special use to Austin and Kate Evans for retail facility at 2696 County Road 600 N.
• Approved reappointments to Secor Fire Protection District, MDP Board, and Linn Mt. Vernon Cemetery Association
• Approved Resolution 2025/26-050 for payment of claims (11-0 roll call)

Health Insurance Committee

Finance & Economic Development Committee

The committee will consider a $5,000 funding request from the Heart of Illinois Regional Port District, discuss updating the county purchasing ordinance, and continue budget target setting. It will also approve June 2026 claims, receive a treasurer's report, and hear updates on the animal control building and negotiating team.

• Request for $5,000 from Heart of Illinois Regional Port District (HIRPD)
• Discussion on updating the Woodford County Purchasing Ordinance
• Budget discussion on target setting for the upcoming budget
• Approval of June 2026 claims (amount not specified)
• Animal Control Building Update

The committee approved the May 13, 2026 minutes and the June 2026 claims. It voted to approve a $5,000 payment to the Heart of Illinois Regional Port District. It also approved increasing the county purchasing ordinance limits to $5,000 and $15,000. The topic of a resident representative for the El Paso TIF Joint Review Board was moved to the County Offices Committee.

• Approved May 13, 2026 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved June 2026 claims (motion passed)
• Approved $5,000 payment to Heart of Illinois Regional Port District (motion passed)
• Approved purchasing ordinance limit increases to $5,000 and $15,000 (motion passed)
• Moved resident representative appointment discussion to County Offices Committee (Chairman decision)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Veterans Assistance Commission

The Woodford County Veterans Assistance Commission will meet to review financial reports and approve minutes. The body is scheduled to consider resolutions for the 2027 budget, 2026 by-laws, and the 2026 Financial Assistance Policy.

• Resolution to adopt 2027 Budget
• Resolution to adopt 2026 By-Laws
• Resolution to adopt 2026 Financial Assistance Policy
• Discussion of Post Everlasting

The Woodford County Veterans Assistance Commission met on June 10, 2026, and approved three resolutions: adopting the 2026 by-laws (with an amendment to add an annual review of the Superintendent), adopting the 2027 budget, and adopting the 2026 Financial Assistance Policy. The commission also noted that the Post Everlasting event went better this year than last. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Adopted 2026 By-Laws with amendment for annual Superintendent review (motion by Sean Tibbs, second by Steve Hetz)
• Adopted 2027 Budget (motion by Steve Hetz, second by Sean Tibbs)
• Adopted 2026 Financial Assistance Policy (motion by Steve Hetz, second by Sean Tibbs)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion by Steve Hetz, second by Larry Miles)

County Offices Committee

The County Offices Committee will discuss and potentially approve 13 proposed amendments to the Personnel Policy, covering topics such as AI use in employment, bereavement leave, neonatal intensive care leave, and whistleblower protections. The committee will also consider several reappointments to boards including the Secor Fire Protection District, MDP Board, Panther Creek Drainage District, and Linn Mt. Vernon Cemetery Association, and discuss the reappointment of Kirby Wagner to the Heart of Illinois Regional Port District. Additionally, approval of June 2026 claims and county board per diem is scheduled.

• Proposed amendments to the Personnel Policy covering 13 areas including AI use, family bereavement leave, neonatal intensive care leave, and whistleblower protections
• Reappointment of Robert Seggerman to the Secor Fire Protection District for a 3-year term expiring June 12, 2029
• Reappointment of Kristen Fehr and Eric Scroggs to the MDP Board for 3-year terms expiring 2028 and 2029
• Appointment of Josh Schick to the Panther Creek Drainage District to complete the unexpired term of Lynn Stoller expiring September 2028
• Discussion of reappointment of Kirby Wagner to the Heart of Illinois Regional Port District (term expiring August 20, 2026)

The County Offices Committee approved several reappointments, accepted June 2026 claims and a $1,375 per‑diem for Autum Jones, and voted to allow the Illinois Separation Referendum Group to circulate petitions. All motions passed and the meeting was adjourned at 5:08 PM.

• Reappointed Robert Seggerman to Secor Fire Protection District (3‑year term) – motion passed
• Reappointed Kristen Fehr and Eric Scroggs to MDP Board (3‑year terms) – motion passed
• Appointed Josh Schick to Panther Creek Drainage District to fill unexpired term – motion passed
• Reappointed Robin Strauch to Linn Mt. Vernon Cemetery Association (4‑year term) – motion passed
• Approved June 2026 claims – motion passed
• Approved $1,375 per diem for Autum Jones (aye votes: Rood, Reeb, Wilcoxen, Durst; Jones abstained) – motion passed
• Decided to let Illinois Separation Referendum Group circulate petitions – motion passed
• Adjourned meeting – motion passed

Public Safety Committee

The committee will vote on approving a computer replacement for the sheriff's office, with quotes from CDW-G and Heart Technology. They will also discuss an unfinished MOU with Cats of Central Illinois and approve June 2026 claims. Other items include an update on the Woodford County Storm Ready designation and monthly reports from the sheriff, EMA, IT, and animal control.

• Sheriff's Office computer replacement approval with quotes from CDW-G (pg. 10-11) and Heart Technology (pg. 12-16)
• Unfinished business: MOU with the Cats of Central Illinois
• Approval of June 2026 claims
• Woodford County Storm Ready status update (pgs. 25-26)
• Animal control building loan agreement

The Public Safety Committee approved the Sheriff's Office computer replacement for 18 computers, choosing the Heart Technologies quote of $47,135.60 over a lower CDW-G bid. The committee also approved the June 2026 claims and the May 11, 2026 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or updates.

• Approved June 2026 claims (motion passed)
• Approved May 11, 2026 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved Sheriff's Office computer replacement for 18 computers from Heart Technologies at $47,135.60 (motion passed)

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

The Woodford County Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee will hold its regular meeting to consider a proposed data center and to review the Illinois Builds Act. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of claims and minutes, and public input.

• Discussion of a proposed data center
• Review of the Illinois Builds Act

The Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee approved the March 9, 2026 minutes after a motion by Wilcoxen, seconded by Parsons; the motion passed. The committee then adjourned at 4:57 p.m. following a motion by Wilcoxen, seconded by Parsons; the motion passed. No other actions were taken.

• Approved March 9, 2026 minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:57 p.m. (motion passed)

Road & Bridge Committee

The committee will discuss and act on a petition for County Aid to replace a bridge in Olio Township (Section 26-11151-00-BR) and a supplemental engineering agreement with Maurer-Stutz, Inc. for Section 24-08 160-00-BR. Claims totaling $180,486.38 across five funds will be considered for approval at the June 16 County Board meeting. Other business includes a discussion of metal from the roof and a possible executive session.

• Petition for County Aid for bridge in Olio Township, Section 26-11151-00-BR
• Supplemental Engineering Agreement with Maurer-Stutz, Inc. for Section 24-08 160-00-BR
• Claims totaling $180,486.38 (County Highway $67,350.91, Bridge $7,979.67, Matching $1,452.30, Motor Fuel Tax $28,303.50, Township Motor Fuel Tax $75,400.00)
• Discussion of metal from roof
• Possible executive session and subsequent action

The committee approved a petition for County Aid regarding a bridge replacement in Olio Township. They also approved a supplemental engineering agreement with Maurer-Stutz, Inc. for Section 24-08160-00-BR. Additionally, a claim for $6,426.19 was pulled for further information until next month.

• Approved May 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved $7,639.80 in claims
• Pulled $6,426.19 claim for John Deere Financial pending further information
• Approved petition for County Aid for Olio Township bridge (Section 26-11151-00-BR)
• Approved supplemental engineering agreement with Maurer-Stutz, Inc. (Section 24-08160-00-BR)