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Woodford County public meetings in 2021

95 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 21, 2021

County Board

County Board to vote on apportionment plan and approve consent agenda

The Woodford County Board will consider a consent agenda with appointments, contracts, and resolutions, plus new business including an apportionment plan requiring a roll call vote. They will also set the 2022 meeting schedule and hear a presentation on rural broadband.

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✓ Decided: County Board approves 2022 apportionment plan with per diem amendment

The Woodford County Board approved the 2022 meeting schedule and the Apportionment Plan for the County Board, amending it to remove a sentence limiting per diem pay for consecutive meetings. The board also approved a change order for RLF projects with a net deduction of $6,500.55 and increased the health insurance Stop Loss Limit to $30,000. All votes were unanimous.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] County Board Members voting
7 yea
John Krug yea · Charles Nagel yea · Jerry Smith yea · Dan Steffen yea · Ansel Burditt yea · Bill Cardin yea · Richard Hill yea
motion to approve the claims Paid in Vacation since the last meeting of the Board. Mr. Burditt moved to approve the Claims Paid in Vacation, which was seconded by Mr. Smith. Chairman Krug asked if…
7 yea
Charles Nagel yea · Jerry Smith yea · Dan Steffen yea · Ansel Burditt yea · Bill Cardin yea · Richard Hill yea · Autum Jones yea
Wed Dec 15, 2021

Health Insurance Committee

Committee to decide between Symetra stop loss renewal options for 2022

The Health Care Committee is reviewing two options for 2022 Symetra Stop Loss renewals. The committee must choose between maintaining a $20,000 limit with a 20% premium increase or increasing the limit to $30,000 to keep premiums unchanged.

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✓ Decided: Health committee raises stop-loss limit to $30,000, avoids premium hike

The committee voted to increase the Symetra stop-loss limit from $20,000 to $30,000 with no premium increase, forwarding the decision to the full County Board. They also approved the 2022 monthly meeting schedule and re-elected Lisa Jording as vice-chair. Fund balances total $710,200.49, and the plan shows a net loss of $36,685.41 through November 2021.

Tue Dec 14, 2021

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Committee to discuss ARPA projects, approve $92K Schindler & Sons invoice

The Woodford County Finance & Economic Development Committee will meet to approve routine items including minutes, claims, and budget resolutions, and to discuss projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The committee will also vote on several invoices, including a $92,189.93 payment to Schindler & Sons and a $3,061.30 electrical proposal for courthouse restrooms.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves ARPA funds for courthouse HVAC project

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved moving ARPA funds forward for the courthouse HVAC project and creating a resolution for ARPA fund use. They also approved several invoices and an additional electrical cost for the courthouse restroom. The committee discussed rural broadband and decided not to use ARPA funds for it, awaiting potential grants.

Tue Dec 14, 2021

Road & Bridge Committee

Woodford County Road & Bridge Committee to consider new shop building, snow plow purchase

The Woodford County Road & Bridge Committee will review minutes, consider claims, and act on several agreements and purchases, including a new shop building, engineering services, and a snow plow truck. They will also decide whether to release or keep confidential certain executive session minutes.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $1.9M shop building, construction manager, and snow plow purchase

The Road and Bridge Committee approved several actions, including a construction management agreement for the new shop building (estimated at just under $1.9 million), a resolution allowing the County Engineer to approve fuel purchases, and a snow plow truck purchase with a maximum price increase of $22,205.14. They also approved engineering agreements with Wendler Engineering and Hutchison Engineering for various projects. The committee carried over the review of executive session minutes to January.

Tue Dec 14, 2021

County Offices Committee

County board appointments, reapportionment, and voting center resolutions on agenda

The Woodford County Offices Committee is meeting to approve several appointments to fill unexpired terms, approve December claims, and consider multiple resolutions and ordinances, including a reapportionment plan, increasing precinct size, establishing a voting center, and a fee for incomplete township assessor work. The agenda also includes setting the 2022 meeting schedule and a resolution supporting the State's Attorney Appellate Prosecutor's office.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves precinct consolidation and new voting center

The County Offices Committee approved several appointments, claims, and resolutions, including a precinct consolidation plan reducing precincts from 45 to 37 and establishing a new voting center at 1833 S. Main Street. The committee also approved the 2022 meeting schedule and an apportionment plan ordinance.

Mon Dec 13, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to review animal control contracts and ordinances

The Public Safety Committee will discuss the animal control program, including contract amendments and ordinance changes. The meeting also includes reviews of claims and reports from the Coroner, Sheriff, and Health Department.

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✓ Decided: Committee amends animal control contract and ordinance, approves Leman contract

The Public Safety Committee approved amendments to the Animal Control Administrator's contract to specify veterinarian billing procedures, amended Section 11 of the Animal Control Ordinance to allow restitution, and approved a contract with Heather Leman for holding dogs in a pending criminal case. The committee also approved November claims and the 2022 meeting schedule, and released several executive session minutes.

Mon Nov 22, 2021

Board of Health

Board to consider pay raises, new contracts, and purchases

The Woodford County Board of Health will meet to approve minutes, hear reports, and consider several proposed actions. These include a 3% pay increase for all employees, step increases tied to the county's ASME contract, a new administrator contract for Hillary Aggertt, and spending authority of up to $5,000 for the administrator. The board will also consider paying $9,000 to the Woodford County Sheriff's Office for IT services and buying new conference tables for up to $5,000.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 3% pay raise, new administrator contract

The Woodford County Board of Health approved several administrative and personnel actions, including a 3% pay increase for all full-time and part-time employees, step increases aligned with the ASME contract, a new administrator contract for Hillary Aggertt (with a noted exception regarding Section 6 to be discussed with an HR attorney), and a job title/description change for Health Educator/PIO to Communication Specialist. The board also approved spending authority for the administrator up to $5,000, an IT bill of $9,000 to the Woodford Co Sheriff's Office, and purchase of conference tables not exceeding $5,000. All motions carried, with one abstention (Schierer) on the executive session minutes approval.

Tue Nov 16, 2021

County Board

Woodford County Board to approve 2021-2022 budget and tax levy

The Woodford County Board is meeting to approve the annual budget, tax levy, and appropriations for the 2021-2022 period. The agenda also includes several committee appointments and reviews of intergovernmental agreements.

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✓ Decided: County Board approves $5.26M total tax levy, 2.54% increase

The Woodford County Board approved the FY 2022 budget, a total tax levy of $5,257,385 (a 2.54% increase over the previous year's extension), and an appropriation resolution of $36,453,576. The board also approved a $921,402 General Corporate Levy after amending it to a 2.5% increase, and approved all other individual levies as presented. The meeting included the approval of several appointments and reappointments to county committees and boards.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve the total levy in the amount of $5,257,385, which was seconded by Mr. Burditt. Chairman Krug called for a roll call vote. County Board Members voting
10 yea
Richard Hill yea · Autum Jones yea · John Krug yea · David Meinhold yea · Charles Nagel yea · Blake Parsons yea · Jonathan Schertz yea · Jerry Smith yea · Jason Spence yea · Dan Steffen yea
motion to approve the claims Paid in Vacation since the last meeting of the Board. Mrs. Jones moved to approve the Claims Paid in Vacation, which was seconded by Mr. Schertz. Chairman Krug asked if…
10 yea
Autum Jones yea · John Krug yea · David Meinhold yea · Charles Nagel yea · Blake Parsons yea · Jonathan Schertz yea · Jerry Smith yea · Jason Spence yea · Dan Steffen yea · Ansel Burditt yea
Wed Nov 10, 2021

Health Insurance Committee

Health committee to appoint 5 members, review fund balances

The Woodford County Health Care Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear public input, review fund balances, and consider appointments and reappointments to the committee. They will also receive updates on County Board actions, including the approved 2022 premium rates, and a monthly report from Snedeker's.

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✓ Decided: Health committee approves appointments, notes 2022 rate hike

The committee approved five appointments/reappointments to the Health Care Committee, including Paul Wilkins and reappointments of Melissa Andrews, Matt Noat, Cayla Comens, and Jonathan Schertz, all for 3-year terms. Fund balances were reported at $619,025.01, with a net loss of $41,091.19 through October 2021. The committee noted the County Board approved Premium Rate Scenario #2 for 2022, effective January 1, and discussed potential participation in the Hope Trust for future plan years.

Tue Nov 9, 2021

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Committee to review ARA projects, assessment office contract, and invoices

The Finance & Economic Development Committee will meet to approve claims, review the treasurer's report, and discuss the budget. New business includes a call for projects for the American Rescue Act (ARA) funds, a review of a contract with Gary Twist for a study of the Assessment Office, and action on Schindler and Kenyon invoices. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Gary Twist assessment office contract and invoices

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved a contract with Gary Twist to consult on the Assessment Office, and approved paying invoices from Schindler and Kenyon, with the county covering $3,720 over the grant allotment. The committee also discussed the ARA grant process, noting that some projects may be ineligible and that the courthouse HVAC project is eligible and will be prioritized. No other substantive decisions were made.

Tue Nov 9, 2021

County Offices Committee

Woodford County committee to vote on appointments, board rule changes

The Woodford County Offices Committee will consider appointments to the Health Care, Public Safety, and 911 boards, and discuss board rule changes allowing remote voting. The agenda also includes approval of November claims and possible release of past executive session minutes.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves appointments, claims, and keeps executive session minutes confidential

The County Offices Committee approved the October 12, 2021 minutes, kept the June 9, 2020 executive session minutes confidential, released the July 14, 2020 part 1 minutes, and kept part 2 confidential. It approved 12 appointments to the Health Care Committee, Public Safety Committee, and 911 Board, and approved November claims and three per diems totaling $3,170. The committee decided not to change board rules regarding remote attendance, and noted Jason Spence's upcoming resignation.

Mon Nov 8, 2021

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

Woodford County considers intergovernmental agreements for permit reviews

The Committee is reviewing three proposed agreements to outsource technical reviews. These include services from the Woodford and Peoria County Soil and Water Conservation Districts, as well as the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves three intergovernmental agreements

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee approved three intergovernmental agreements: one with the Woodford County Soil and Water Conservation District, one with the Peoria County Soil and Water Conservation District, and one with the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. The agreements cover soil and erosion permit projects, commercial projects, and zoning office services, respectively. All motions were carried unanimously by the three members present.

Mon Nov 8, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to discuss sheriff projects and animal control

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to review updates on sheriff's office projects and vehicle purchases. The body will also discuss animal control ordinances and contracts. An executive session is scheduled regarding the purchase of real property.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves animal control contract with restitution clause

The Public Safety Committee approved the animal control contract, which now includes a clause allowing the Animal Control Administrator to receive restitution funds for housing animals in criminal cases. The committee also approved November claims and prior meeting minutes, and discussed the sheriff's firearms training range project, which is still in negotiation. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Nov 8, 2021

Road & Bridge Committee

Committee approves $50,000 county aid for Olio Township culvert repair

The Woodford County Road & Bridge Committee reviewed claims totaling $115,892.33 for the November 16 Board meeting. The committee discussed and acted on a petition for county aid to repair a culvert in Olio Township, with the project cost split 50/50 with the township. They also addressed Tri-County Regional Planning Commission dues and the appropriation of the County Engineer's salary from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves county aid petition for Olio Township bridge repair

The Woodford County Road and Bridge Committee approved a petition for county aid to repair a bridge on 4-H Park Road in Olio Township, with a steel culvert liner to be bid next year. They also approved Tri-County Regional Planning Commission annual dues of $9,778 from MFT funds, and appropriated the County Engineer's salary from MFT funds. No public comment was made, and no old business was discussed.

Tue Oct 26, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

Woodford County ZBA to review three property use petitions

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider requests for a lot size variance and two special use permits. The items include proposals for a detached garage, an animal rescue operation, and wood processing activities.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves garage variance, denies cat rescue special use, OKs tree business

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for a detached garage in Minonk, denied a special use for a cat rescue and dog kennel in East Peoria, and approved a special use for a tree trimming and wood processing business in Germantown Hills. The cat rescue request failed on a 2-3 vote and will be sent to the County Board with a recommendation to deny.

Tue Oct 19, 2021

County Board

County Board to vote on budget display, road funds, and land purchases

The Woodford County Board is meeting to approve routine appointments, grants, and resolutions, including a $820,000 road maintenance appropriation and a contract to buy land for a shooting range. They will also consider placing the budget on public display for 15 days and discuss insurance renewal. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items under a consent agenda.

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✓ Decided: County Board approves FY2022 budget display, adds sheriff vehicles

The Woodford County Board voted to place the FY2022 budget on public display for 15 days, after approving an amendment to add two vehicles (a maintenance truck and an ESDA vehicle) back into the Sheriff's budget. The board also approved a contract with Tim Abney as Animal Control Administrator at $70,000 per year plus boarding fees, and tabled a proposed rule change on remote voting until November. A contract to purchase 2 acres for a shooting range was tabled and sent back to the Public Safety Committee.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the claims Paid in Vacation since the last meeting of the Board. Mr. Schertz moved to approve the Claims Paid in Vacation, which was seconded by Mr. Spence. Chairman Krug asked if…
8 yea
Ansel Burditt yea · John Krug yea · Barry Logan yea · David Meinhold yea · Charles Nagel yea · Blake Parsons yea · Jonathan Schertz yea · Jason Spence yea
Tue Oct 19, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Committee to discuss and act on Animal Control

The Woodford County Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and take action on Animal Control matters. The agenda includes public input, new business, and unfinished business, but no specific proposals or dollar amounts are listed.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends Tim Abney for Animal Control Administrator

The Public Safety Committee voted to recommend Tim Abney for the position of Animal Control Administrator to the full Board. The recommendation follows the withdrawal of one applicant and includes a contract similar to the previous administrator's, with an additional $10 per day for housing animals for court cases. The motion passed.

Wed Oct 13, 2021

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

Committee to discuss Special Use Permit window extensions and SUP 2018-22-S

The committee will consider extending permit windows for Special Use Permits and an extension for SUP 2018-22-S. The meeting also includes the approval of monthly claims and previous minutes.

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✓ Decided: Committee directs special use permit extensions be requested during application

The committee discussed the lack of authority to extend special use permits and concluded that petitioners should request any needed timeline extensions during their application process, to be included as a condition in the ordinance. No formal action was taken on this matter. The committee also reviewed the Omiotek lot issue, determining it is a road and bridge matter, and took no action.

Wed Oct 13, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to discuss Animal Control proposals

The committee is meeting to discuss and take action on proposals for animal control services. Other agenda items include updates on courthouse projects and sheriff vehicle replacements.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves sheriff patrol vehicle purchase up to $36,550

The Public Safety Committee approved several items, including a sheriff patrol vehicle purchase not to exceed $36,550, paid from the vehicle impound fund. They also approved a Heartland Fiber lease agreement for Annex 4, October claims, and minutes. The committee discussed five animal control proposals but took no final action, scheduling a special meeting before the next board meeting to decide.

Tue Oct 12, 2021

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Committee to approve tentative levy, draft budget, and insurance renewal

The Finance & Economic Development Committee will consider approving the tentative tax levy and draft budget for the County Board, along with property, liability, and workers' compensation insurance renewal. It will also discuss and vote on two invoices: a $4,500 GPEDC RLF invoice and a $270.00 Kenyon invoice, and call for projects for the ARA. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, claims, and the treasurer's report.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves tentative budget and levy for County Board

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved the tentative budget and levy to send to the County Board, and also approved the October claims and several invoices. The committee discussed using reserve funds to cover extraordinary costs rather than raising taxes, and noted that the county's fund balances are healthy. The meeting included a presentation on property, liability, and workers' comp renewal, and a discussion about using American Rescue Act funds for projects.

Tue Oct 12, 2021

Road & Bridge Committee

Committee to consider county aid for Linn Township bridge replacement

The Woodford County Road & Bridge Committee will discuss and act on petitions for county aid for a bridge in Linn Township and a culvert in Metamora Township, appropriate Motor Fuel Tax funds for FY2021/22 maintenance, and approve the purchase of roadway paint and glass beads. The agenda also includes review of claims for the October 19, 2021 Board meeting and an executive session for property sale or lease.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves county aid for Linn Township bridge and Metamora culvert

The Road and Bridge Committee approved county aid for a bridge in Linn Township and a culvert in Metamora Township, with the state covering half of the bridge project costs. They also appropriated $820,000 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for FY2021/22 maintenance and approved the purchase of road paint and glass beads. The committee discussed shop building plans, including raising the floor height to address drainage concerns, but took no formal action on that item.

Tue Oct 12, 2021

County Offices Committee

Woodford County Committee to review appointments and board rule changes

The County Offices Committee will consider several appointments to local fire, health, and drainage districts. The committee will also discuss changing board rules to allow for remote voting and review resolutions regarding property deeds.

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✓ Decided: Board rule change allows remote members to vote officially

The County Offices Committee approved a board rule change to officially allow members attending remotely to vote, though remote attendees still won't count toward quorum under OMA rules. The committee also approved several appointments, including fire district and drainage district reappointments, and passed resolutions for a state operating assistance agreement, a drainage commissioner appointment, and two property conveyances. Executive session minutes from 2020 were tabled to next month's agenda.

Tue Sep 28, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

Woodford County ZBA to consider four zoning petitions and one permit extension

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review requests for variances and a special use permit in Worth and Cazenovia Townships. The board will also consider a permit extension for CDG Real Estate at 56 N. Riverview Dr.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves four zoning petitions including variances and special use

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals approved all four petitions before it. It granted a road setback variance for a shed garage at 702 Somerset Dr., a rear yard setback variance for a house at 1108 Banta Rd., and a special use plus building size variance for construction services and a horse stable at 1237 N. Nofsinger Rd. A permit extension request was not acted on because the applicant did not attend.

Mon Sep 27, 2021

Board of Health

Woodford County Board of Health discusses COVID vaccines and board vacancy

The Board of Health will discuss COVID vaccine clinics and the process for filling a vacant board position. The meeting also includes reports on environmental health, clinical services, and financial bills.

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✓ Decided: Board approves minutes, reports, and several motions at Sept. 27 meeting

The Woodford County Board of Health met on September 27, 2021, and approved the minutes from July 26 and August 23, 2021. They also approved the financial report and monthly bills, as well as several motions related to recognition items, a PRN nurse position, and the administration report. No public input was given, and the meeting adjourned at 7:41 PM.

Tue Sep 21, 2021

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

Committee to review Green Acres Subdivision preliminary plat in Montgomery Township

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee will consider the preliminary plat for the Green Acres Subdivision in Montgomery Township, along with routine approvals of claims, minutes, and executive session minutes. The agenda includes a public input period. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 21, 2021, at 6:00 P.M.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Green Acres subdivision plat in Montgomery Township

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee approved the monthly claims, the August 9, 2021 minutes, and four sets of executive session minutes (Nov 13, 2008; Feb 10, 2009 #1 and #2; Mar 10, 2009) to be kept confidential. The committee also approved the Green Acres Subdivision plat in Montgomery Township, which will clean up the area and lay out the private road and lots. No public input was received, and the meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

Tue Sep 21, 2021

County Board

County Board to vote on consent agenda, health premiums, and special use for deer breeding

The Woodford County Board will consider a consent agenda with appointments, contracts, ordinances, and resolutions, including a special use permit for deer breeding in Metamora and approval of 2022 health care plan premiums. The board will also vote on monthly claims and discuss new business invoices for grant work. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

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✓ Decided: Woodford County Board approves consent agenda, including $373,145 election equipment

The Woodford County Board approved the consent agenda, which included the purchase of election equipment for $373,145, the 2022 health care plan premiums, and several appointments. A resolution supporting the creation of statistical boundaries for the Illinois Waterway Ports and Terminals was also approved. The board approved two invoices related to the Revolving Loan Fund Grant and approved the payment of claims.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the claims Paid in Vacation since the last meeting of the Board. Mr. Hill moved to approve the Claims Paid in Vacation, which was seconded by Mrs. Jones. Chairman Krug asked if…
10 yea
Dan Steffen yea · Ansel Burditt yea · Albert Durst yea · Richard Hill yea · Autum Jones yea · John Krug yea · Barry Logan yea · David Meinhold yea · Charles Nagel yea · Blake Parsons yea
Wed Sep 15, 2021

Health Insurance Committee

Committee to pick 2022 health plan premium rates, likely ~10% increase

The Woodford County Health Insurance Committee will review premium rate scenarios for Plan Year 2022 and select one to recommend to the County Board. The agenda also includes a claims appeal, a monthly update from Snedeker's, and follow-up on County Board actions. The attached report and email from Jason Boothe recommend considering a roughly 10% contribution increase (Scenario 2) due to rising stop-loss claims.

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Tue Sep 14, 2021

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Committee to consider Knapp Construction contract for Revolving Loan Grant phase 2

The Finance & Economic Development Committee will review the tentative budget, including the Health Department budget, and consider awarding a contract to Knapp Construction for phase 2 of the Revolving Loan Grant. They will also discuss a resolution supporting the creation of statistical boundaries for the Illinois Waterway Ports and Terminals. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, claims, and the treasurer's report.

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✓ Decided: Committee awards Knapp Construction phase 2 of Revolving Loan Project

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved awarding phase 2 of the Revolving Loan Project to Knapp Construction, despite the bid exceeding the grant. The county will contribute $50,000, and an additional $55,000 was added to the budget to cover costs. The committee also approved Resolution 2020/21-067 supporting the creation of statistical boundaries for the Illinois Waterway Ports and Terminals, and reviewed budget changes including an extra $20,000 for the 1833 polling location renovation and a Health Department nurse hire.

Tue Sep 14, 2021

County Offices Committee

County committee to weigh $373,145 election equipment purchase

The Woodford County Offices Committee will consider several appointments, approve claims, and discuss new business including a purchase of service agreement with We Care, an ordinance on Plat Act affidavits, an election equipment quote, and cabinet purchases. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and per diem payments.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves new election equipment, precinct consolidation

The County Offices Committee approved the purchase of ES&S election equipment for $373,145, a reduction from the original quote of $385,075 due to precinct consolidation. The committee also approved buying cabinets for the early voting site at 1833 S. Main for $3,931.00. Several appointments were made, including Dr. Michael Meier to the Board of Health and Sean Griffin to the Human Service Transportation Plan Committee. The committee also approved a service agreement with We Care and an ordinance requiring a Plat Act Affidavit on recorded deeds.

Mon Sep 13, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to discuss animal control framework and voting center updates

The committee will discuss the framework of Animal Control and consider action on painting and carpeting the early voting center at 1833 S. Main Street. The meeting also includes reports from the Coroner, Sheriff, and Health Department.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves September claims and discusses animal control transition

The Public Safety Committee approved the August 9, 2021 minutes and released the executive session minutes from that date. It also approved September claims, with questions about a walking pod protective track for EMA and high Heart technology bills, which were explained as annual charges. The committee discussed the upcoming resignation of the animal control administrator and options for replacing her, including hiring an independent contractor or an in-house person, but took no formal action. The committee also discussed carpeting and painting at 1833 S. Main Street for early voting, with an estimated cost of $19,928.04, but no action was taken.

Mon Sep 13, 2021

Road & Bridge Committee

Committee to act on culvert/bridge aid petitions and CH 25 overlay funding

The Woodford County Road & Bridge Committee will consider several County Aid petitions for culvert and bridge work in Clayton, Panola, Greene, and Palestine Townships, and will discuss appropriating Motor Fuel Tax funds for a mill and overlay on CH 25. They will also review quotes for Banta Road culvert cleaning and consider claims totaling over $2.1 million for the September 21 Board meeting. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the sale or lease of property.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves county aid for 5 township projects and MFT funds for CH 25

The Road and Bridge Committee approved county aid petitions for culvert/bridge projects in Clayton, Panola, Greene, and Palestine Townships, and appropriated Motor Fuel Tax funds for the CH 25 mill and overlay project. They also approved the low bid for Banta Road culvert cleaning and approved September claims, with one member abstaining. No public comments were made, and an executive session on property sale was postponed.

Tue Aug 24, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board considers deer breeding and fence variance in Metamora

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals will review petitions for special use and a fence variance at 1307 N. Woodland Ln. The board will also consider a permit extension for a property in Secor.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves deer breeding special use and 8-ft fence variance

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special use permit for deer breeding and raising on a .85-acre parcel at 1307 N. Woodland Ln., Metamora, with a condition limiting the herd to 15 deer. The board also approved a variance allowing an 8-foot fence, a 2-foot increase over the standard limit. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0).

Mon Aug 23, 2021

Board of Health

Board proposes new health staff roles and lab pricing

The Woodford County Board of Health is meeting to review monthly financials and propose several new staff positions, including an epidemiologist, a part-time nurse, and contact tracing roles. The agenda also includes a proposal to add lab draw options with specific pricing and to fill a vacant board member position. A virtual option is available for public participation due to COVID-19.

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✓ Decided: Board approves new ER coordinator role, pay increase to $24/hr

The Woodford County Board of Health approved restructuring the Emergency Response Coordinator/Epidemiologist position, increasing pay to $24/hr, and approved new job descriptions for that role, a part-time nurse, and a Contact Tracing Assistant Supervisor. The board also approved sending the part-time nurse position to the County Board Finance Committee, set lab draw prices ($20 for hepatic function panel, $25 for follicle stimulating hormone), and postponed the MRC appreciation event. All motions carried unanimously.

Tue Aug 17, 2021

County Board

✓ Decided: Board approves $2,500 stipends for full-time deputies, hires ARPA consultant

The Woodford County Board approved a resolution authorizing $2,500 stipends for full-time sworn deputies in 2021 and 2022, after an amendment to increase the amount to $3,000 failed. The board also approved hiring Bellwether LLC as a consultant for $20,000 to guide the county on spending American Rescue Plan Act funds, and approved two special use permits for firearm and large animal operations on Santa Fe Trail in Metamora.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the claims Paid in Vacation since the last meeting of the Board. Mr, Hill moved to approve the Claims Paid in Vacation, which was seconded by Mr. Meinhold. Chairman Krug asked if…
12 yea · 1 nay
Dan Steffen yea · Donald Tolan yea · Ansel Burditt yea · Albert Durst yea · Justin Faulk yea · Richard Hill yea · Autum Jones yea · John Krug yea · Barry Logan yea · David Meinhold yea · Charles Nagel yea · Blake Parsons yea · County Board Members nay
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Aug 11, 2021

Health Insurance Committee

Committee reviews 2022 health insurance premium rate scenarios

The Health Care Committee is reviewing two different premium rate scenarios for the 2022 plan year. The committee is also considering a request to fund flu shots for county employees and dependents through the General Fund.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves reprocessing of $11K out-of-network claim

The Health Care Committee approved reprocessing a county employee's out-of-network claims at the in-network rate, covering the remaining balance after the out-of-pocket limit was met. They also forwarded a recommendation for annual flu shots and reviewed two premium rate scenarios for 2022, with a decision deferred to next month. Fund balances were reported at $701,441.13.

Tue Aug 10, 2021

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Woodford County discusses hiring consultant for American Relief Act planning

The Finance & Economic Development Committee is reviewing various department budgets and the status of the Revolving Loan Fund. The committee is also considering hiring Bellwether LLC to assist with American Relief Act spending and planning.

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✓ Decided: Committee advances Bellwether ARPA consultant hire to full board

The Finance & Economic Development Committee voted to place the hiring of Bellwether LLC as an ARPA planning consultant on the full board agenda, despite unresolved questions about contract terms. The committee also reviewed departmental budget proposals for the coming fiscal year, including increases for the Sheriff's office, County Clerk, and Health Department, but took no final action on those budgets. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with approval of minutes and claims.

Tue Aug 10, 2021

County Offices Committee

Woodford County Committee considers $204,791 media conversion and various appointments

The County Offices Committee will review several appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Housing Authority. The committee will also consider salary increases for the County Coordinator and Supervisor of Assessment, along with a significant contract for digital media conversion.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves appointments, claims, and step increases

The County Offices Committee approved minutes, appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Housing Authority, August claims, per diems, and step increases for the County Coordinator and Supervisor of Assessment. It also approved an election system agreement and discussed a media conversion agreement, which was deferred to the Finance Committee. No action was taken after executive session.

Mon Aug 9, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to review contracts, projects, and agreements

The Woodford County Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including claims, a P-MEG agreement, a franchise agreement with Tel-Star Cablevision, and various project updates. The committee will also hold an executive session to discuss animal control and collective bargaining.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves deputy stipends, promotions, and new hires

The Public Safety Committee approved a $2,500 stipend for Sheriff Deputies in September 2021 and another $2,500 in September 2022, promoted three people (two in jail, one in patrol), and authorized hiring three new staff between jail and patrol. The committee also approved a key card system for Probation (not to exceed $9,000), a franchise agreement with Tel-Star Cablevision, and the P-MEG agreement. Animal control contract issues were discussed but no decision was made, with further discussion planned for next month.

Mon Aug 9, 2021

Road & Bridge Committee

Committee to discuss agreements for new shop building and bridge equipment

The Woodford County Road & Bridge Committee will review past meeting minutes and consider claims for the August 17, 2021, Board meeting. The agenda includes discussions on architecture and engineering agreements for a new shop building and reviewing bids for a Metamora Township culvert.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $54,585.88 traffic control bid for CH 7 bridge

The Road and Bridge Committee approved a $54,585.88 low bid from Road Safe for traffic control devices on the CH 7 bridge, which was reduced to one lane due to deterioration. They also approved architectural and engineering agreements for a new shop building, approved claims for the August 17 board meeting, and discussed a request to quit claim 0.186 acres to make a property buildable, but took no action on it.

Mon Aug 9, 2021

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

Woodford County CPZ Committee: Adopt-a-lot, Zoning Administrator pay step

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee will meet to approve monthly claims and prior minutes, review an executive session, and take up two new business items: an Adopt-a-lot for 1267 Millpoint Rd and Resolution 2020/21#058 regarding a Zoning Administrator longevity step. The agenda is otherwise routine, with public input and possible executive session.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Adopt-a-lot and zoning administrator pay step

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee approved monthly claims, the June minutes, an Adopt-a-lot for 1267 Millpoint Rd, and a resolution for a zoning administrator longevity step increase. All motions carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

Tue Jul 27, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

Woodford County ZBA to hear three special-use petitions, including firearm sales and farm animals

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to consider three special-use permit requests in residential districts: a firearm repair/sales and safety class business, keeping large farm-type animals, and a small landscape business. The board will also approve prior minutes and hear public input.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves firearm training special use with conditions

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special use permit for Anna and Daniel Staab to expand their firearm business to include concealed carry and safety classes with live fire at 494 Santa Fe Trail, Metamora, subject to conditions on hours, class size, and berm construction. The board also approved a special use for Kathy Webster to keep up to eight miniature Mediterranean donkeys at 488 Santa Fe Trail, with conditions on manure pile placement. A third petition for a small landscape business was withdrawn by the petitioner prior to the hearing.

Mon Jul 26, 2021

Board of Health

Woodford County Board of Health to discuss COVID vaccine clinics, FY22 budget

The Woodford County Board of Health is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear reports, and discuss several proposals including COVID vaccine clinics, flu vaccine pricing, employee recognition, and the FY22 Health Department budget. The board will also consider recognizing Dr. Bucher for 34 years of service.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health approves FY22 budget, flu vaccine pricing

The Woodford County Board of Health approved the FY22 Health Department budget for presentation to the County Board and Finance Committee, and set 2021/2022 flu vaccine pricing at $19 for regular and $55 for high dose. The board also approved meeting minutes, monthly financial bills, and discussed hiring an epidemiologist, COVID vaccination clinics, and recognition for Dr. Bucher's 34 years of service (tabled).

Tue Jul 20, 2021

County Board

County board to vote on special use, map amendment, salary hike

The Woodford County Board will consider several items, including a special use permit for a roadside farm stand, a map amendment to heavy industrial zoning, a public defender salary increase, and a road maintenance contract. The board will also vote on monthly claims and discuss a non-union employee wage scale.

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✓ Decided: County Board approves non-union wage agreement with conditions

The Woodford County Board approved the Non-Union Employee Wage Scale Agreement, effective after the Chairman signs it, with an amendment clarifying that elected officials' personal wages are not subject to the schedule. The amendment also requires all department heads to agree to the change in writing before the agreement takes effect. The board also approved the consent agenda, including appointments and ordinances, and accepted the Treasurer's report.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the claims Paid in Vacation since the last meeting of the Board. Mr. Durst moved to approve the Claims Paid in Vacation, which was seconded by Mr. Meinhold. Chairman Krug asked if…
12 yea
Jerry Smith yea · Dan Steffen yea · Donald Tolan yea · Ansel Burditt yea · Albert Durst yea · Justin Faulk yea · Richard Hill yea · Autum Jones yea · John Krug yea · Barry Logan yea · David Meinhold yea · Blake Parsons yea
Wed Jul 14, 2021

Health Insurance Committee

Committee to set 2022 premium rates, appoint new member

The Woodford County Health Care Committee will meet to approve April minutes, appoint Cayla Comens to fill an unexpired term, and receive updates on fund balances and the Snedeker's report. The main business is beginning work on establishing premium rates for Plan Year 2022 at the August meeting. The committee will also review the approved vision benefit increase to $500.

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✓ Decided: Health committee reviews rising claims, plans 2022 rate options

The Health Care Committee reviewed a 2021 Plan Performance Report showing a net loss of $58,917.38 through June 30, with medical claims already exceeding full-year totals from 2018-2020. The committee requested a second rate scenario with higher premium increases for Plan Year 2022, and decided to review both scenarios in August but delay forwarding a recommendation to the County Board until September. The committee also approved appointing Cayla Comens to fill the unexpired term of Derek Reinmann, who resigned effective July 15, 2021.

Tue Jul 13, 2021

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Woodford County committee to weigh $1.5M construction contract, pay policy

The Finance & Economic Development Committee will consider awarding a $1,498,329.50 construction contract to Knapp Concrete and approving a pay equalization policy. The agenda also includes routine items like claims approval, the treasurer's report, and budget reviews for multiple county departments.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves pay equalization policy, tables construction award

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved a Pay Equalization Policy for the employee handbook, which outlines how pay increases are determined for non-union employees and elected officials. The committee did not award the Project 2 construction contract to Knapp Concrete because the bid exceeded the grant by $498,329.50; options to reduce work or have municipalities cover the overage are being considered. The committee also reviewed the proposed budget, noting it is 'pretty flat' overall.

Tue Jul 13, 2021

County Offices Committee

County committee to consider raising public defender salary to $165,090.76

The Woodford County Offices Committee will consider a resolution to increase the Public Defender's salary to $165,090.76, retroactive to July 1, 2021, to comply with state statute and maintain reimbursements. The committee will also discuss developing administrative oversight for courthouse appointed officials, a board coordinator position, and approve July claims. Several reappointments to the Linn Mt. Vernon Cemetery Association and one appointment to the Washburn Fire Protection District are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Public Defender salary increase to $165,090.76

The County Offices Committee approved Resolution #055, increasing the Public Defender's salary to $165,090.76 retroactive to July 1, to stay within 10% of the State's Attorney's salary. The committee also approved reappointments to the Linn Mt. Vernon Cemetery Association and an appointment to the Washburn Fire Protection District. July claims and a $300 per diem for Mr. Meinhold were approved. A proposal for a new Board Coordinator position was discussed, with a job description to be developed by next month.

Mon Jul 12, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Committee to discuss deputy retention, recruitment, and compensation

The Woodford County Public Safety Committee will discuss deputy retention, recruitment, and compensation, along with updates on building projects and vehicle orders. They will also consider blood stop kits and hold an executive session on the Animal Control contract and collective bargaining.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves pay equalization policy, tables construction award

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved a Pay Equalization Policy for the employee handbook, which outlines how pay increases are determined. The committee also discussed but did not award a construction contract to Knapp Concrete for $1,498,329.50 because the cost exceeds the grant by $498,329.50; options include reducing work or asking municipalities to cover the overage. The rest of the meeting was procedural, including approval of June minutes and a treasurer's report.

Wed Jul 7, 2021

Road & Bridge Committee

Committee approves culvert liner bid, delays new shop building design

The Woodford County Road & Bridge Committee approved a $72,120 bid for culvert liners, discussed claims including land acquisitions for CH 13, and postponed decisions on the new shop building design and engineering agreements until the committee decides on building type. They also rejected bids for CH 9 bridge repair due to cost overruns.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $52,639.80 seal coat bid for Worth Township

The committee approved the only bid received for the Worth Township Seal Coat project, from Steffen 3D Construction, for $52,639.80. They also approved the minutes from the June 7 meeting and kept executive session minutes confidential. The committee discussed the new shop building, deciding to use a wood post frame and to have Kenyon handle architectural design while KED provides mechanical, electrical, and plumbing specs, but took no formal action. No action was taken on the architecture or engineering agreements, which remain under discussion.

Tue Jun 22, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear four variance, special use, and zoning petitions

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals is meeting to consider four petitions: two variances, one special use permit, and one map amendment. The board will also vote on a permit extension and approve the previous month's minutes.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves four petitions including shed variances, farm stand, and rezoning

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals approved all four petitions before it. It granted a 365-day extension for a single-family dwelling permit, a variance for a large shed, a road setback variance for another shed, a special use for a vegetable farm stand, and a map amendment to rezone a property to Heavy Industrial. All votes were unanimous.

Tue Jun 15, 2021

County Board

County board to vote on special use for brew pub in Worth Township

The Woodford County Board is meeting to consider a consent agenda that includes a special use permit for a brew pub, several appointments, and various contracts and invoices. They will also discuss a non-union employee wage scale and approve monthly claims.

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✓ Decided: Woodford County Board approves amended sheriff patrol car purchase

The board approved Resolution 2020/2021-054, authorizing the sheriff to purchase a patrol car, after amending the amount from $25,000 to $28,000. The consent agenda was approved with two items pulled and amended: the patrol car resolution and a Devnet quote for assessment notices and mailings. The board also approved a yearbook printing quote for $656.25, and placed the treasurer's reports on file.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the claims Paid in Vacation since the last meeting of the Board. Mr. Steffen moved to approve the Claims Paid in Vacation, which was seconded by Mr. Burditt. Chairman Krug asked if…
11 yea
Jonathan Schertz yea · Jerry Smith yea · Jason Spence yea · Dan Steffen yea · Donald Tolan yea · Ansel Burditt yea · Richard Hill yea · Autum Jones yea · John Krug yea · Barry Logan yea · David Meinhold yea
Tue Jun 8, 2021

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Committee to discuss American Rescue Plan fund use and approve grant invoices

The Finance & Economic Development Committee will review the treasurer's report, discuss budget development, and consider several invoices for grant-funded projects. They will also discuss how to use American Rescue Plan Act funds. The meeting includes routine approvals of claims and minutes.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves engineering invoices, tables sidewalk contract

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved three invoices for grant-funded work, including a corrected amount for Kenyon Architects. A sidewalk contract was not awarded because the only bidder was not registered in SAM, so it will be rebid. The committee also discussed potential uses for ARP Act funds, including infrastructure, broadband, and courthouse HVAC.

Tue Jun 8, 2021

County Offices Committee

Committee to consider appointments, claims, and cupcake ordinance

The Woodford County Offices Committee is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, making appointments to fire protection districts and a finance committee, and approving June claims. They will also discuss a quote for assessment notices and a proposed cupcake ordinance, though no details are provided in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves cupcake ordinance for home baking sales

The County Offices Committee approved a motion to send a cupcake ordinance to the full board, which would allow residents in unincorporated areas to bake goods at home and sell them, subject to a $1,000 monthly limit and restrictions on hazardous foods. The committee also approved appointments, June claims, per diems, and a Devnet quote for assessment notices.

Mon Jun 7, 2021

Road & Bridge Committee

Committee awards $72,120 contract for culvert liners on County Highways 9 and 21

The Woodford County Road & Bridge Committee met to approve claims totaling $65,841.71 for the Highway, Bridge, Matching, and Motor Fuel Tax funds. The committee discussed and acted on the award of a $72,120 contract to Hoerr Construction, Inc. for culvert liners on County Highway 9 and County Highway 21. Additionally, the committee considered agreements for the new shop building with Blunier Builders, Kenyon & Associates, and Hutchison Engineering, Inc., as well as bids for the County Highway 9 Bridge Repair.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves culvert liner bid, delays new shop building agreements

The Road and Bridge Committee approved a $72,120 low bid from Hoerr Construction for three culvert liners near Congerville. It tabled agreements for architectural and engineering services for a new shop building, deciding the building type first. Bids for County Highway 9 bridge repair were rejected due to cost overruns. The committee also approved June 2021 claims and entered executive sessions for property and personnel, with no action taken afterward.

Mon Jun 7, 2021

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

Committee to consider restrictions on large special use permits near municipalities

The Woodford County Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business, including restrictions on large special use permits (SUPs) near municipalities and a legislation update. They will also consider appointing John Obery to the Zoning Board of Appeals as an alternate. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering claims, minutes, and public input.

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✓ Decided: Committee tables restrictions on large SUPs near municipalities

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee voted to table discussion on restricting large special use permits (SUPs) near municipalities, deciding to keep existing restrictions and procedures in place. The committee also approved monthly claims, the April minutes, and the appointment of John Obery as an alternate to the Zoning Board of Appeals. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Jun 7, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Public Safety Committee to review janitorial bid, sheriff updates, and health MOU

The Woodford County Public Safety Committee is meeting to approve claims, hear updates from the Coroner, Sheriff, Animal Control, and Health Department, and discuss new and unfinished business, including a memorandum of understanding with the Health Department. The agenda includes a janitorial bid for county custodial services, a flashing replacement update, and a plaster repair/painting project update.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $99,106 janitorial contract and $25,000 vehicle purchase

The Public Safety Committee approved a janitorial services contract with Mad Dog Cleaning for $99,106 per year, and authorized the Sheriff to purchase a vehicle not to exceed $25,000 using funds from the Impounded Vehicle Fund. Both motions passed. The committee also approved June claims, including $798 for insect repellent for the West Nile Surveillance Program.

Tue May 25, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board reviews variance and brew pub petitions

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two petitions. These include a side yard setback variance in Palestine Township and a request for a brew pub in Worth Township.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves garage setback variance and brew pub special use

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for Dean Hastings to build a garage addition with a reduced side yard setback of 23 feet (7-foot reduction) at 2586 County Road 500 N, El Paso. The board also approved a special use permit for Adam Sommer to operate a brew pub at 1179 Douglas Rd, Metamora, with a condition that any sign comply with §154.22.6.G. Both approvals were unanimous.

Mon May 24, 2021

Board of Health

Health board to consider COVID vaccine clinic payments, mask guidance

The Woodford County Board of Health will meet to discuss and potentially approve several COVID-19-related items, including payments for vaccine clinic facilities and contact tracing, as well as mask guidance for the health department building. The board will also review financial reports, discuss a memorandum of understanding with the county board, and consider personnel policy changes.

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✓ Decided: Board approves MOU with County, tent repairs, and COVID-related payments

The Woodford County Board of Health approved a memorandum of understanding with the County Board, including added language to review it yearly. It also approved tent repairs ($192.20) using grant or reserve funds, and approved payments up to $13,000 to Church of Nazarene for vaccine clinic use, up to $10,000 to the Sheriff's Office for ITFC compliance checks, and a no-cost extension for contact tracing through December. The board also approved the March 22 minutes, monthly finances, and several other routine items.

Tue May 18, 2021

County Board

County Board to vote on zoning changes, contracts, and reapportionment

The Woodford County Board is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes appointments, a reapportionment plan, two zoning changes, and several contracts and resolutions. They will also consider new business items, including a payment to Kenyon and amendments to the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission. The meeting includes public input and committee reports.

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✓ Decided: County Board approves amended reapportionment plan and consent agenda

The Woodford County Board approved the amended Reapportionment Plan (Ordinance 2020/2021-005), which now specifies that vacancies be filled by a person recommended by the political party of the vacating member. The board also approved the remaining consent agenda items, including zoning changes, appointments, and construction contracts, and passed a resolution to combine the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission and PPUATS into a single board.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the claims Paid in Vacation since the last meeting of the Board. Mr. Meinhold moved to approve the Claims Paid in Vacation, which was seconded by Mr. Tolan. Chairman Krug asked if…
12 yea
Charles Nagel yea · Jonathan Schertz yea · Jason Spence yea · Dan Steffen yea · Donald Tolan yea · Ansel Burditt yea · Albert Durst yea · Justin Faulk yea · Richard Hill yea · Autum Jones yea · John Krug yea · Barry Logan yea
Tue May 11, 2021

County Offices Committee

Committee to consider appointments, claims, and reapportionment ordinance

The Woodford County Offices Committee is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, making appointments to local boards, and approving claims. They will also discuss unfinished business such as handling deeds and a fee reimbursement, and consider a resolution amending the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission, its bylaws, and a reapportionment ordinance.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves appointments, per diems, and Tri-County merger resolution

The County Offices Committee approved four appointments, May claims, and per diem payments. It also approved a resolution and by-laws for the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission merger, reducing Woodford County's voting seats from 7 to 3, and passed a reapportionment ordinance. All motions passed unanimously.

Mon May 10, 2021

Road & Bridge Committee

Committee to act on new shop building design contracts and culvert bids

The Woodford County Road and Bridge Committee will consider professional services agreements for pre-construction and preliminary design of a new shop building, and will review bids for the Greene Township Culvert project. The committee will also consider claims for the May 18, 2021 Board meeting and hold an executive session.

✓ Decided: Committee approves $8,500 pre-construction services agreement for new shop building

The Road and Bridge Committee approved a professional services agreement with Midwest Construction Professionals for pre-construction services for a new shop building, not to exceed $8,500. They also approved a $159,349.53 bid from Otto Baum for the Greene Township culvert replacement. An agreement with Blunier Builders for preliminary design was tabled. The committee approved May claims, with one member abstaining from claims related to his own company.

Mon May 10, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Committee to review bids, IT costs, and vaccination updates

The Public Safety Committee will consider bids for masonry and janitorial services, review quotes for IT network upgrades, and receive updates on mass vaccination and contact tracing. They will also discuss the Health Department MOU and IT services.

✓ Decided: Committee approves $37,475 masonry bid for PSB flashing project

The Public Safety Committee approved a $37,475 masonry bid for the PSB flashing project, along with April claims and IT upgrades from HEART Technologies. The janitorial bid was deferred to next month. The health department reported vaccination and contact tracing updates.

Tue Apr 27, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

Woodford County ZBA to review manufacturing, variance, and map amendment petitions

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several petitions regarding land use in Worth, Montgomery, Cazenovia, and Metamora Townships. Items include a request for ammunition manufacturing, a shed size variance, and a map amendment for industrial use.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves ammunition manufacturing special use in R-1 district

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special use permit for an ammunition remanufacturing business at a home in an R-1 district, a variance to split an existing shed onto its own lot, and a map amendment to rezone a parcel to Heavy Industrial for a propane facility. The board also affirmed the zoning administrator's decision that a 1.82-acre lot is non-buildable and non-variable, denying an appeal. All votes were unanimous except for the appeal, which passed 4-1.

Tue Apr 20, 2021

County Board

County Board to vote on zoning change, contracts, and vision benefit increase

The Woodford County Board will consider a consent agenda including a zoning map amendment, multiple road maintenance contracts, and a vision benefit increase. They will also review committee reports and approve monthly claims. The meeting includes routine approvals and a public input period.

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✓ Decided: Board approves resolution opposing state wind farm bill, 11-2

The Woodford County Board approved Resolution 2020/2021-044, which calls on the Governor and General Assembly to protect local control of zoning and land use, with two dissenting votes. The board also approved a $22,500 contract for wind farm decommissioning cost certification, contingent on the State's Attorney's review. A memorandum of understanding with the Woodford County Health Department was approved after discussion of structural concerns.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Resolution 2020/2021-037 approving the payment of the Claims, which was seconded by Mr. Parsons. Chairman Krug called for a roll call vote. County Board Members voting
12 yea
Barry Logan yea · David Meinhold yea · Charles Nagel yea · Blake Parsons yea · Jonathan Schertz yea · Jerry Smith yea · Dan Steffen yea · Donald Tolan yea · Ansel Burditt yea · Justin Faulk yea · Richard Hill yea · Autum Jones yea
motion to go into Executive Session. Mr. Logan moved to go into Executive Session under 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) 11 Litigation, which was seconded by Mr. Nagel. Chairman Krug called for a roll call vote…
12 yea
David Meinhold yea · Charles Nagel yea · Blake Parsons yea · Jonathan Schertz yea · Jerry Smith yea · Dan Steffen yea · Donald Tolan yea · Ansel Burditt yea · Justin Faulk yea · Richard Hill yea · Autum Jones yea · John Krug yea
Wed Apr 14, 2021

Health Insurance Committee

Committee to consider increasing dental and vision plan benefits

The Woodford County Health Care Committee will discuss and possibly act on increasing Dental/Vision Plan benefits. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes, fund balance reports, and a monthly update from Snedeker's. No items were forwarded to the County Board in March.

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✓ Decided: Health committee votes to raise vision benefit to $500

The Woodford County Health Care Committee voted to increase the vision benefit from $200 to $500, effective July 1, 2021, with the cost absorbed from reserves for the remainder of the plan year. The motion also calls for re-evaluating dental/vision premiums in future plan years. The item will be forwarded to the full County Board for approval.

Tue Apr 13, 2021

County Offices Committee

Committee to discuss reapportionment plan and property tax case

The Woodford County Offices Committee will meet to approve minutes and claims, consider appointments to local districts, and discuss several items including a property tax matter, a reapportionment plan, a recording vendor, and a C of E update. Public participation is available via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves sale-in-error remedy for Skaggs property tax issue

The committee approved a motion to declare a sale in error for Daniel Skaggs' property, which was sold for delinquent taxes due to unentered deeds. It also approved keeping the current reapportionment plan, recommended switching the recording vendor from CIC to Fidlar, and approved appointments and claims.

Tue Apr 13, 2021

Finance & Economic Development Committee

County audit, building bids, pay equalization on agenda

The Woodford County Finance & Economic Development Committee is meeting to review the county audit, discuss building project bids, and continue pay equalization talks. The agenda also includes routine items like claims approval and the treasurer's report.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends $368K building contract for ADA grant project

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved a motion to recommend awarding a $368,000 contract to Phil Schindler & Sons for building improvements under the CDBG RLF Closeout Grant, contingent on fund availability. The committee also received a clean audit report with four findings, including one corrected issue regarding Coronavirus Relief funding reporting. Pay equalization for non-union employees was discussed, with a resolution expected next month.

Mon Apr 12, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Committee to consider sheriff's building repairs, HVAC study, and probation squad car purchase

The Woodford County Public Safety Committee will review and potentially approve several sheriff's department projects, including plaster and painting repairs, an HVAC engineering study, and a probation squad car purchase. They will also receive updates on elevator, restroom, ADA access, digital recorder, and courtroom flooring projects. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval, claims, and public input, followed by an executive session on employee compensation.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves courthouse and PSB painting, HVAC studies

The Public Safety Committee approved bids for painting the courthouse and Public Safety Building, with a 10% contingency, and approved contracts for HVAC engineering studies. It also approved a probation vehicle purchase and discussed IT costs and a potential Merit Commission.

Mon Apr 12, 2021

Road & Bridge Committee

Committee to award seal coat, calcium chloride, aggregate, bridge, and culvert bids

The Woodford County Road & Bridge Committee will review and act on multiple bids for road maintenance projects, including seal coating, calcium chloride, aggregate surfacing, bridge painting, and culvert work. They will also consider a professional services agreement, a snow plow truck purchase, and claims for the April 20 County Board meeting. The agenda includes a project update on a new shop building and an executive session.

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✓ Decided: Committee awards multiple road, bridge, and township contracts

The Woodford County Road and Bridge Committee approved several contracts, including seal coat, calcium chloride, aggregate surface, bridge painting, and culvert replacement projects. They also approved a professional services agreement for asset tracking software and a snow plow truck purchase. All motions passed, with member Dan Steffen abstaining from votes on contracts awarded to Steffens 3D.

Mon Apr 12, 2021

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

Woodford County committee to discuss accessory dwelling units, wind farm contracts

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee will meet to consider unfinished business, including accessory dwelling units and a decommissioning contract with Patrick Engineering. They will also review new business items such as a letter of credit from Minonk Wind and its annual inspection report, as well as state bills. Planning and zoning issues include subdivisions on Charis Lane and Cottonwood Lane.

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✓ Decided: Committee advances two subdivisions and wind reports to full board

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee approved monthly claims and minutes, and voted to send the Charis Lane and Cottonwood Lane subdivisions to the full board. It also approved sending the Minonk Wind annual inspection report and a decommissioning contract with Patrick Engineering to the full board. The committee discussed accessory dwelling units, House Bill 2875, and Senate Bill 1602 but took no action, keeping them on the agenda for future monitoring.

Tue Apr 6, 2021

Liquor Commission

Liquor Commission to decide on Adam Sommer's license and Class F extension

The Woodford County Liquor Commission will consider and possibly act on a liquor license for Adam Sommer and an extension of a Class F license for an extra day. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public input.

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Tue Mar 23, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning board to hear solar farm extension, sign variance, rezoning, setback variance

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals will consider several land-use requests, including a permit extension for a solar farm, a sign size variance, a map amendment to rezone property to agriculture, and a rear yard setback variance. The board will also approve minutes and hear public input.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves solar SUP extension, sign variance, and rezoning; denies setback variance

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals approved a 15-month extension for the Spring Bay Solar 1 LLC special use permit, a sign size variance for Andrew Martin, and a map amendment rezoning two properties from Commercial/Residential to Agriculture. A variance to reduce the rear yard setback at 72 Millpoint Rd was denied. All votes were unanimous except the denied variance, which failed 2-3.

Mon Mar 22, 2021

Board of Health

Board of Health to discuss mass vaccination clinics and funding

The Woodford County Board of Health is meeting to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss several items including mass vaccination clinics and additional funding, a memorandum of understanding with McLean County for alternative housing, and policy changes for lead poisoning screening. The board will also consider releasing or keeping confidential several executive session minutes from 2019 and 2020.

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✓ Decided: Board approves reopening building to public with mask requirement

The Woodford County Board of Health approved reopening the health department building to the public with limited hours and a mask requirement, contingent on staff availability. The board also approved multiple consent items, including minutes, financial reports, and several policy changes, and tabled a proposed MOU with the Woodford County Board for further review.

Tue Mar 16, 2021

County Board

County Board to vote on consent agenda, zoning change, and liquor fee reduction

The Woodford County Board is meeting to approve a consent agenda that includes appointments, polling place changes, a zoning map amendment, and several resolutions. They will also discuss electronic devices for board members and approve monthly claims. The agenda is largely routine, with the most notable items being a zoning change in Minonk and a resolution to reduce liquor license fees due to COVID.

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✓ Decided: County Board approves consent agenda, tables reappointment and device purchase

The Woodford County Board approved the consent agenda, including the CEDS report, several appointments, and various resolutions. A reappointment to the Washburn Fire Protection District was tabled for further review. A proposal to purchase electronic devices for board members was also tabled for further committee discussion.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the claims Paid in Vacation since the last meeting of the Board. Mr. Tolan moved to approve the Claims Paid in Vacation, which was seconded by Mr. Meinhold. 5 Chairman Krug asked if…
12 yea
John Krug yea · Barry Logan yea · David Meinhold yea · Charles Nagel yea · Blake Parsons yea · Jonathan Schertz yea · Jerry Smith yea · Jason Spence yea · Dan Steffen yea · Donald Tolan yea · Ansel Burditt yea · Justin Faulk yea
Wed Mar 10, 2021

Health Insurance Committee

Health committee to review TRIA report, COBRA retiree rate tiers

The Woodford County Health Care Committee will meet to review the TRIA annual report, discuss COBRA and IMRF retiree rate tiers, and hear a claims appeal. The agenda also includes fund balance reports, appointments, and updates from Snedeker's. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

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✓ Decided: Committee reviews TRIA Health report, defers COBRA rate tier change

The committee reviewed the TRIA Health annual report, noting $3,722 invested and $32,392 in annualized savings. They discussed but did not adopt a 4-tier COBRA rate structure, deferring any change until next year. They also approved the December 9, 2020 minutes and received a financial update from Snedeker's.

Tue Mar 9, 2021

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Committee to review 2021-2025 regional economic development strategy

The Woodford County Finance & Economic Development Committee is reviewing the 2021-2025 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the Greater Peoria region, which includes Woodford County. The document outlines regional goals, strategies, and tactics for economic development, workforce, quality of place, and natural resources, based on extensive community input. The committee is likely to discuss or consider this plan for adoption or endorsement.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves raising Treasurer and County Clerk bonds to $1M

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved Resolution 2020-21 #026, increasing the bond amount for the Treasurer and County Clerk to $1,000,000 each, with no additional cost to the county. The committee also approved the February 16, 2021 meeting minutes, March claims, and discussed the CEDS report and RFL grant invoice payment procedures. No public input was received, and the meeting adjourned at 5:56 PM.

Tue Mar 9, 2021

County Offices Committee

Committee to vote on appointments, claims, and polling place changes

The Woodford County County Offices Committee is meeting to consider several appointments and reappointments to local boards and districts, approve monthly claims including per diem payments, and approve temporary changes to four polling places. The agenda also includes discussion of board member electronic devices and other routine business.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves appointments, claims, and polling place changes

The County Offices Committee approved several appointments to local boards and districts, including Mike Hutchinson to the HSTP Committee and reappointments to fire protection districts. The committee also approved March claims, three per diem payments, and temporary polling place changes for the April election due to COVID-19. A proposal to purchase Surface Pro tablets for board members was moved to the County Board for further discussion.

Mon Mar 8, 2021

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

Committee to discuss accessory dwelling units and wind decommissioning

The Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee will meet to discuss new business regarding accessory dwelling units. The body will also address unfinished business concerning a Patrick Engineering agreement for wind decommissioning.

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✓ Decided: Committee tables wind decommissioning contract, keeps ADU issue on agenda

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee approved monthly claims and minutes from February 8, 2020, and approved and kept confidential four executive session minutes from 2008-2009. The committee tabled the Patrick Engineering agreement for wind decommissioning until needed, and discussed accessory dwelling units (ADUs), keeping the issue on the agenda for further research. No public input was received, and the meeting adjourned at 6:44 pm.

Mon Mar 8, 2021

Road & Bridge Committee

Woodford County Committee to review culvert bids and vehicle purchases

The Road and Bridge Committee will meet to discuss and act on several infrastructure items, including culvert material bids and cold patch quotations. The committee will also consider the purchase of a new pick-up truck and an engineering agreement for Worth Township.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves culvert bid, cold patch, truck, engineering deal

The Woodford County Road and Bridge Committee approved four items: a $10,519.20 culvert bid from Contech, cold patch quotes not to exceed $10,000, a new pick-up truck for $28,471 (amended to not exceed that amount), and a construction engineering agreement with Maurer-Stutz, Inc. not to exceed $20,397. The committee also discussed options for a new shop building and agreed that Option 1A is the best placement, with a variance request to be pursued with the Village of Roanoke.

Mon Mar 8, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Committee to consider animal control agreement with El Paso

The Woodford County Public Safety Committee is meeting to approve minutes, claims, and discuss reports from the coroner, sheriff, animal control, and health department. The main new business is an intergovernmental agreement for animal control services with El Paso. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss employee compensation.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves El Paso animal control agreement, February minutes

The Public Safety Committee approved the February 8, 2021 minutes and the executive session minutes, and approved the March claims. They also approved an intergovernmental agreement with El Paso for animal control services. The Health Department reported on COVID-19 vaccine clinics, noting they are receiving doses and working with local partners, but no new decisions were made on that front.

Tue Mar 2, 2021

Liquor Commission

County liquor commission to consider waiving liquor fees due to COVID

The Woodford County Liquor Commission will meet to consider waiving county liquor fees in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda includes approval of the previous year's minutes and public input, but the main item is the discussion and possible action on the fee waiver.

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✓ Decided: Woodford County liquor fees cut 50% for 2021 due to COVID

The commission voted to reduce all county liquor license fees by 50% for 2021, responding to revenue losses reported by local businesses during the pandemic. The motion passed unanimously. The commission also discussed but took no action on a request to extend the Class F license from 3 to 4 days, deferring to the State's Attorney for legal review.

Tue Feb 23, 2021

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear Minonk Township map amendment from industrial to agriculture

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a map amendment petition to rezone an 8.5-acre parcel in Minonk Township from Heavy Industrial (I-2) to Agriculture (AG) to allow a dwelling. The board will also review a permit extension for a shed in Metamora and approve minutes from previous meetings.

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✓ Decided: ZBA approves rezoning of 8.5-acre Minonk parcel from industrial to agricultural

The Woodford County Zoning Board of Appeals approved a map amendment (Petition 2021-01-Z) to rezone an 8.5-acre parcel at 2659 County Road 1900 N, Minonk, from Heavy Industrial (I-2) to Agriculture (AG) to allow construction of a dwelling. The board also extended a building permit for Bruce Heman at 957 County Road 1600 N, Metamora, until October 1, 2021, changing the structure from a shed to a dwelling. Minutes from previous meetings and executive session minutes were approved as part of routine business.

Tue Feb 16, 2021

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Woodford County Finance Committee to review claims, treasurer report, and new business

The Finance & Economic Development Committee will convene to approve February 2021 claims, review the treasurer's report, and address new and unfinished business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed for this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves February claims and January minutes

The Finance & Economic Development Committee approved the January 12, 2021 meeting minutes and the February 2021 claims. The treasurer reported that sales tax revenue is tracking at or above previous years despite the pandemic. No new or unfinished business was discussed.

Tue Feb 16, 2021

County Board

County board holds public hearing on grant program

The Woodford County Board is holding a public hearing to provide required information about a grant program, including its purpose and the businesses that benefit. Public input and comments will be accepted before adjournment.

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Tue Feb 16, 2021

County Board

Woodford County Board to review grant agreements and various service contracts

The Woodford County Board will meet to consider several appointments to local boards, including the 911 Emergency Telephone System and Board of Health. The agenda also includes resolutions for federal grant agreements with We Care and various procurement items for road materials and equipment.

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✓ Decided: County Board approves $100K patrol contract with Village of Washburn

The Woodford County Board approved a patrol contract with the Village of Washburn, with the first year not to exceed $100,000. The board also approved the consent agenda, including appointments and various resolutions, and approved claims as amended. A resolution authorizing the Sheriff to purchase five vehicles was approved with an amendment to the dollar amount.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to approve the claims as amended; motion carried. Mr. Tolan presented and read Resolution 2020/2021-019 approving the payment of the Claims, which was seconded by Mr. Meinhold. Chairman Krug…
10 yea
Autum Jones yea · John Krug yea · Barry Logan yea · David Meinhold yea · Charles Nagel yea · Blake Parsons yea · Jonathan Schertz yea · Jerry Smith yea · Dan Steffen yea · Donald Tolan yea
Mon Feb 8, 2021

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

Committee considers $22,500 contract for wind farm decommissioning estimate

The Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee is meeting to discuss a proposal from Patrick Engineering Inc. to estimate decommissioning costs for the Panther Grove Wind Farm. The body will also address subdivision issues and select a Vice Chairman.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves two subdivisions, picks vice chair

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee approved two subdivision plats (Worner Subdivision #2 and White Hart Lane Subdivision) to forward to the County Board, and selected Ansel Burditt as Vice Chairman. The committee also reviewed a wind decommissioning contract with Patrick Engineering, but took no action pending additional quotes and contract revisions.

Mon Feb 8, 2021

Road & Bridge Committee

Committee to act on road materials, salt, and claims

The Woodford County Road & Bridge Committee will review minutes, consider claims for the February 16 Board meeting, and act on several material procurement items including crack sealant, spray patch oil, stockpiling materials, pit materials, and bulk rock salt for FY 2021/22. The agenda also includes discussion of the Highway Department shop building and an executive session.

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Mon Feb 8, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Sheriff vehicle bids, StarCom21, and FEMA aid on agenda

The Woodford County Public Safety Committee will meet to approve February claims and discuss several Sheriff's Department items, including vehicle bids, the StarCom 21 radio system update, the Annex 4 project, and FEMA public assistance. The committee will also consider entering executive session for contract negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $153,531 bid for five sheriff vehicles

The Public Safety Committee approved the sheriff vehicle bid from Roanoke Motors for four Dodge Durango SUVs and one Dodge Charger sedan at $153,531. They also approved February claims, the January 11 minutes, and a $16,985 bid from Ruyle for three heat pump replacements. The committee moved the sheriff's proposal for the Washburn contract to the County Board after executive session. No other substantive decisions were made.

Fri Jan 29, 2021

Board of Health

Board of Health to decide on COVID-19 equipment purchases and vaccine funding

The Woodford County Board of Health will consider purchasing a large dispensing tent, laptops, iPads, and a pharmaceutical-grade freezer, likely for COVID-19 response. They will also discuss a mass vaccination funding application, vaccine administrative fee or FEMA public aid options, and contact tracing quarantine guidelines. The board will vote on releasing or keeping confidential numerous executive session minutes from 2008 to 2018.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $21,606 tent, laptops, iPads, freezer, and grant support

The Woodford County Board of Health approved multiple purchases and actions, including a $21,606 dispensing tent, $5,587.30 for laptops, $2,500 for iPads, and $3,156.25 for a pharmaceutical-grade freezer. They also supported a $150,000 mass vaccination funding grant application and approved a 14-day quarantine recommendation. All motions carried unanimously.

Mon Jan 25, 2021

Board of Health

Board of Health to discuss mass vaccination clinics and funding

The Woodford County Board of Health will meet to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss several items including mass vaccination clinics and funding, PRN nurse positions, and contact tracing guidelines. They will also consider agreements for Dr. Susan Cole and appointments to the board. The meeting includes executive sessions for personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Board keeps health department closed to public, approves COVID vaccination support

The Woodford County Board of Health voted to keep the health department building closed to the public and continue precautions for traditional services. The board also approved supporting the mass vaccination application process, approved a new PRN vaccinator position at $20-$23 per hour, and appointed Dr. Cole as medical and lab director. All votes were unanimous.

Tue Jan 19, 2021

County Board

County board to consider electric aggregation referendum for April ballot

The Woodford County Board will consider an ordinance to place an electric aggregation referendum on the April ballot, which would allow the county to negotiate electricity supply rates for residents and small businesses. The board will also vote on a $113,000 wheel loader purchase, approve monthly claims, and make several appointments, including filling a board vacancy.

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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] County Board Members voting
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Justin Faulk nay · Richard Hill nay · Autum Jones nay · Barry Logan nay · David Meinhold nay · Charles Nagel nay · Jonathan Schertz nay · Jason Spence nay · Dan Steffen nay · Donald Tolan nay
motion to approve the claims as amended; motion carried. Mr. Schertz presented and read Resolution 202020/2021-009 approving the payment of the Claims, which was seconded by Mr. Meinhold. Chairman…
12 yea
Richard Hill yea · Autum Jones yea · John Krug yea · Barry Logan yea · David Meinhold yea · Charles Nagel yea · Jonathan Schertz yea · Jason Spence yea · Dan Steffen yea · Donald Tolan yea · Ansel Burditt yea · Albert Durst yea
motion to go into Executive Session. Mr. Nagel moved to go into Executive Session under 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) 11 Litigation, which was seconded by Mr. Logan. Chairman Krug called for a roll call vote…
12 yea
Autum Jones yea · John Krug yea · Barry Logan yea · David Meinhold yea · Charles Nagel yea · Jonathan Schertz yea · Jason Spence yea · Dan Steffen yea · Donald Tolan yea · Ansel Burditt yea · Albert Durst yea · Justin Faulk yea
Tue Jan 12, 2021

County Offices Committee

Committee to fill board vacancy, make multiple appointments

The Woodford County Offices Committee will consider filling a vacant county board seat, reappointing health board members, and making several appointments to the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission and other bodies. They will also review December claims, discuss a grant, and consider a contract amendment.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves appointments, claims, and several spending items

The County Offices Committee approved multiple appointments, including reappointments to the Board of Health and several Tri-County Regional Planning Commission positions, plus the appointment of Ansil Burditt to fill an unexpired board term. The committee also approved January 2021 claims, two per diem payments, and several spending measures, including paying for VA monitors, using a grant for election judge hazard pay, hiring a coop student, and combining Devenet contracts. A motion to purchase iPads for board members was approved, but a discussion on adding a Zoom account resulted in keeping the current setup.

Tue Jan 12, 2021

Finance & Economic Development Committee

Committee to revisit mortgage credit program, appoint vice-chair, approve claims

The Finance & Economic Development Committee will meet to discuss the Illinois Assist Mortgage Credit Certificate Program, which was tabled in December, appoint a vice-chairman, and consider a stipend for GPEDC grant administration. They will also approve claims, hear the treasurer's report, and receive an update on revolving loan fund projects. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public input.

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Mon Jan 11, 2021

Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee

Committee to discuss wind decommissioning firms and SUP restrictions

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee will meet to discuss the selection of a decommissioning firm for wind projects and restrictions on large Special Use Permits (SUPs) near municipalities. The body will also review the annual meeting schedule and annual report.

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✓ Decided: Committee tables large SUP restrictions for 4 months

The Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Committee voted to table any changes to restrictions on large special use permits (SUPs) near municipalities for four months, after discussing landowner rights and overlapping municipal planning areas. They also approved monthly claims, prior meeting minutes, and the annual meeting schedule, and agreed to contact Patrick Engineering about wind decommissioning work.

Mon Jan 11, 2021

Public Safety Committee

Woodford County Public Safety Committee to discuss COVID-19 vaccination and radio system

The Woodford County Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on public safety matters, including updates from the Sheriff on radio and vehicle replacements, and the Health Department on mass vaccination and contact tracing. The agenda includes approval of claims, new business items, and a possible executive session on compensation.

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✓ Decided: Committee questions health dept bonuses, comp time payments

The committee approved routine minutes and January claims, and discussed updates on sheriff's annexes, vehicles, and radio systems. It also questioned payments to health department employees, including a $12,500 bonus and $29,529.08 in comp time/overtime to Ms. Aggertt, and $13,809.54 to Ms. Kelly, noting these were not budgeted and are under review by the State's Attorney. Donald Tolan was appointed Vice-Chairman.

Mon Jan 11, 2021

Road & Bridge Committee

Committee to act on $113,000 wheel loader bid

The Woodford County Road & Bridge Committee will consider claims, review minutes, and act on a wheel loader bid. The County Engineer recommends accepting Martin Equipment's low bid of $113,000 for a new John Deere 624P wheel loader, including trade-in of the existing 2009 loader. The committee will also discuss the new shop building, fuel bid results, 2021 seal coat, and spring weight limits.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $113,000 wheel loader bid from Martin Equipment

The Road and Bridge Committee approved the low bid from Martin Equipment for a new wheel loader at $113,000, including a $68,000 trade-in. They also approved claims for the January 19, 2021 Board meeting and the minutes from December 8, 2020. No other formal decisions were made; discussions covered future truck purchases, a new shop building, fuel bids, and seal coat plans.