Woodford County public meetings in 2021
95 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Board
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.
- Approval of Schindler & Sons invoice for $92,189.93
- Resolution 2021/22 #002 Apportionment Plan (roll call vote)
- Resolution 2021/22 #013 purchase of new tandem axle dump truck
- Health Insurance Committee recommendation to increase stop loss limit to $30,000
- Appointments to fill unexpired terms of Jason Spence and Barry Logan
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.
- Approved 2022 County Board meeting schedule (unanimous)
- Approved Apportionment Plan with amendment removing per diem restriction (8-0)
- Approved RLF change order with net deduction of $6,500.55 (unanimous)
- Approved health insurance Stop Loss Limit increase to $30,000 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including appointments, invoices, and resolutions (unanimous)
- Approved GPEDC invoice for RLF Closeout Grant at $5,775 (unanimous)
- Approved claims paid in vacation via Resolution 2021/2022-014 (8-0)
- Approved Certificate of Giving Notice and November 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Health Insurance Committee
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.
- Option 1: Maintain $20,000 Stop Loss Limit with a 20% premium increase
- Option 2: Increase Stop Loss Limit to $30,000 with no premium increase
- Election of committee vice-chair
- Review of 2021 plan performance showing a net loss of $41,091.19 through October
- Approval of November 10, 2021, meeting minutes
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.
- Approved Option 2: increase stop-loss limit to $30,000 with no Symetra premium increase (motion carried)
- Approved 2022 monthly meeting schedule (Wednesdays at 3:00 PM, Sheriff's Conference Room)
- Elected Lisa Jording as vice-chair (unanimous)
- Approved November 10, 2021 minutes as submitted
Finance & Economic Development Committee
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.
- Discussion on ARPA-funded projects
- Approval of electrical proposal for courthouse restroom for $3,061.30
- Approval of GPEDC invoice CBDG #3-B for RFL work totaling $5,775
- Approval of Kenyon invoice #13237 for $720
- Approval of Schindler & Sons invoice for $92,189.93
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.
- Approved motion to appropriate ARPA funds for courthouse HVAC project (passed)
- Approved motion to create a resolution for ARPA fund use (passed)
- Approved additional $3,061.30 for automatic door opener wiring in courthouse restroom (passed)
- Approved GPEDC invoice for $5,775, Kenyon invoice for $720, and Schindler & Sons invoice for $92,189.93 (passed)
- Approved December claims (passed)
- Approved Resolution 2021-22 #001 for budget line-item adjustments (passed)
- Approved Resolution 2021-22 #002 for special appropriations (passed)
- Approved November 9, 2021 minutes (passed)
Road & Bridge Committee
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.
- New Shop Building bid documents and construction management agreement
- Resolution to allow County Engineer to approve fuel purchase
- County Bridge Inspection Agreement with Wendler Engineering Services, Inc.
- Engineering agreements for Sections 21-13120-77-BR, 15-00091-01-PV, and 21-00177-00-DR
- Snow plow truck 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.
- Approved construction management agreement for new shop building (motion passed)
- Approved resolution to allow County Engineer to approve fuel purchases (motion passed)
- Approved snow plow truck purchase with max price increase of $22,205 (motion passed)
- Approved Wendler Engineering bridge inspection agreement (motion passed)
- Approved Wendler Engineering agreement for Section 21-13120-77-BR (motion passed)
- Approved Hutchison Engineering agreement for CH 13 phase 2 design, base fee $93,000 (motion passed)
- Approved Wendler Engineering agreement for Section 21-00177-00-DR (motion passed)
- Approved December 2021 claims (motion passed; Steffen abstained on Steffen 3-D Construction claims)
County Offices Committee
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.
- Appointments: Autum Jones (County Offices Committee and Chairman), Nick Miller (County Board and Road and Bridge), Bill Carden (County Board and CP&Z), Nathan Schertz (Liquor Commission), John Krug and Chuck Nagel (Negotiating Committee)
- Resolution 2021/2022 #003: Approves continued operation of State's Attorney Appellate Prosecutor with $17,000 appropriation
- Ordinance 2021/2022 #002: Reapportionment plan creating 3 districts with 5 members each, effective December 20, 2021
- Resolution 2021/2022 #004: Increasing precinct size
- Resolution 2021/2022 #005: Establishing a 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.
- Approved November 9, 2021 minutes
- Released August 10, 2021 executive session minutes
- Approved appointments A-I as consent agenda
- Approved December claims
- Approved per diems for Autum Jones ($650), Dave Meinhold ($225), Chuck Nagel ($1200) (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2021/2022 #003 for State's Attorney Appellate Prosecutor
- Approved Resolution 2021/2022 #004 increasing precinct size (45 to 37 precincts)
- Approved Resolution 2021/2022 #005 establishing voting center at 1833 S. Main Street
Public Safety Committee
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.
- Approval and action on Abney Animal Control Contract Amendment ($70,000 per year)
- Approval and action on changes to the Animal Control Ordinance
- Approval and action on Leman Animal Control Contract
- Approval of November 2021 claims
- Setting the 2022 meeting schedule
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.
- Approved November 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Released executive session minutes from April 12, June 12 (two sessions), and September 13, 2021 (all unanimous)
- Approved November 2021 claims (unanimous)
- Amended Abney Animal Control Contract to add Section V - Veterinarian Bills (unanimous)
- Amended Section 11 of Animal Control Ordinance to include restitution language (unanimous)
- Approved Leman Animal Control Contract (unanimous)
- Set 2022 meeting schedule to continue current schedule (unanimous)
Board of Health
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.
- Proposed 3% pay increase for all full-time and part-time employees
- Proposed $9,000 IT bill payment to Woodford County Sheriff's Office
- Proposed purchase of conference tables with wheels, not to exceed $5,000
- Proposed job title/description change for Health Educator/PIO to Communication Strategist
- Proposed administrator contract for Hillary Aggertt
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.
- Approved September 27, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Approved keeping three executive session minutes confidential (motion carried; Schierer abstained)
- Approved monthly financial bills and bills paid in vacation (motion carried)
- Approved 2022 Board of Health meeting dates (fourth Wednesday every other month at 5:30pm) (motion carried)
- Approved administrator authority to spend up to $5,000 before board approval (motion carried)
- Approved IT bill of $9,000 to Woodford Co Sheriff's Office (motion carried)
- Approved purchase of conference tables with wheels up to $5,000 (motion carried)
- Approved 3% pay increase for all employees and step increases aligned with ASME contract (motion carried)
County Board
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.
- Approval of 2021-2022 Woodford County Budget and Funds
- Approval of 2021-2022 Tax Levy
- Resolution #2020/21-088: $121,821.00 for County Engineer salary
- Resolution #2020/21-087: $9,778.00 for Tri-County Regional Planning Commission dues
- Ordinance 2021-20 #018: Special use for dog kennel and cat rescue at 300 E Far Hills Dr.
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.
- Approved FY 2022 budget (motion carried)
- Approved total tax levy of $5,257,385 (unanimous roll call vote)
- Approved General Corporate Levy of $921,402 after amendment to 2.5% increase
- Approved appropriation resolution of $36,453,576
- Approved appointments to Public Safety, 911 Board, and Health Care Committee
- Approved intergovernmental agreements with Soil and Water Conservation Districts and Tri-County Regional Planning Commission
- Postponed agreement with Gary Twist for Assessment Office Evaluation for 30 days
- Sent Ordinance 2020/2021-018 (Eryn Pearson special use) back to Zoning Board of Appeals
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Health Insurance Committee
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.
- Appointment of Paul Wilkins (Health Dept) to a 3-year term expiring December 2024
- Reappointment of Melissa Andrews, Matt Noar, Cayla Comens, and Jonathan Schertz to 3-year terms expiring December 2024
- Approval of September 15, 2021 minutes
- County Board approved Premium Rate Scenario #2 for 2022, effective January 1
- Monthly update/quarterly report from Snedeker's
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.
- Approved appointments/reappointments of five committee members (unanimous)
- Noted County Board approval of 2022 premium rate scenario #2
- Discussed Hope Trust as potential option for Plan Year 2023
- Reported fund balances totaling $619,025.01
- Noted net loss of $41,091.19 through October 2021
Finance & Economic Development Committee
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.
- Call for projects for the ARA (American Rescue Act) funds
- Review of contract with Gary Twist for study and analysis of the Assessment Office
- Discussion and action on Schindler invoice
- Discussion and action on Kenyon invoice
- Approval of claims and treasurer's report
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.
- Approved October 12, 2021 regular meeting minutes
- Approved November claims
- Approved contract agreement with Gary Twist for assessment office study
- Approved payment of Schindler and Kenyon invoices, moving to County Board
- Noted county responsible for $3,720 over grant allotment on Schindler invoice
County Offices Committee
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.
- Appointments to Health Care Committee: Paul Wilkins, Melissa Andrews, Matt Noar, Cayla Comens, Jonathan Schertz (3-year terms to Dec 2024)
- Appointment of Ansel Burditt to Public Safety Committee, as Chairman, and to 911 Board (unexpired term of Barry Logan to Dec 2022)
- Reappointments to 911 Board: Chad Dawson, Chip Wilmot, David Fever, Tom Seckler (2-year terms to Dec 2023)
- Discussion and action on board rule changes to allow remote attendance by video/audio conference as voting members
- Approval of November claims and County Board Per Diem (roll call vote)
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.
- Approved October 12, 2021 minutes (motion passed)
- Kept June 9, 2020 executive session minutes confidential; released July 14, 2020 part 1; kept part 2 confidential (motion passed)
- Approved 12 appointments to Health Care Committee, Public Safety Committee, and 911 Board (motion passed)
- Approved November claims (motion passed)
- Approved per diems for Burditt ($420), Meinhold ($450), Logan ($2,300) (roll call 4-0)
- Decided not to change board rules on remote attendance (discussion only)
Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee
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.
- Agreement with Woodford County SWCD: $150 reimbursement per application for specific projects
- Agreement with Peoria County SWCD: $1,962.22 annual reimbursement for permit reviews
- Agreement with Tri-County Regional Planning Commission for special project services
- Discussion on updating Special Use Permit ordinance regarding timeline extensions
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.
- Approved monthly claims (3-0)
- Approved October 13, 2021 minutes (3-0)
- Approved intergovernmental agreement with Woodford County Soil and Water Conservation District (3-0)
- Approved intergovernmental agreement with Peoria County Soil and Water Conservation District (3-0)
- Approved intergovernmental agreement with Tri-County Regional Planning Commission (3-0)
Public Safety Committee
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.
- Courthouse Dome project update
- RLF Projects update
- Sheriff vehicle purchase update
- SpringBay Patrol Contract
- Animal Control Ordinance and Contract
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.
- Approved animal control contract with restitution clause (motion by Durst, seconded by Krug)
- Approved November claims (motion by Durst, seconded by Krug)
- Approved October 13, 2021 minutes (motion by Durst, seconded by Krug)
- Approved October 19, 2021 special meeting minutes (motion by Durst, seconded by Krug)
- Approved and kept confidential October 13 executive session minutes (motion by Durst, seconded by Krug)
- Appointed Blake Parsons as chairman for the meeting (motion by Durst, seconded by Krug)
Road & Bridge Committee
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.
- Approved $50,000 county aid for culvert repair on 800 N Road in Olio Township (Section 21-11150-00-DR)
- Approved claims totaling $115,892.33 across County Highway, Bridge, Matching, and Township MFT funds
- Discussed and acted on Tri-County Regional Planning Commission annual dues
- Appropriated County Engineer’s salary from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund
- Reviewed plans for the new shop building, including raising the floor by 6 inches to address rainwater collection
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.
- Approved October 12, 2021 meeting minutes
- Approved October 12, 2021 executive session minutes as amended
- Approved claims for November 16, 2021 Board meeting
- Approved county aid petition for Olio Township bridge on 4-H Park Road
- Approved Tri-County Regional Planning Commission annual dues of $9,778 from MFT funds
- Appropriated County Engineer's salary from MFT funds
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Variance for a detached garage at 3049 County Road 2000 N, Minonk
- Special Use for a Dog Kennel and Cat Rescue at 300 E Far Hills Dr, East Peoria
- Special Use for tree trimming and wood processing at 1300 N. Woodland Ln, Germantown Hills
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.
- Approved variance #2021-25-V for 24x30 shed at 3049 County Road 2000 N, Minonk (5-0)
- Denied special use #2021-26-S for cat rescue at 300 E Far Hills Dr, East Peoria (2-3)
- Approved special use #2021-27-S for tree trimming/wood processing at 1300 N. Woodland Ln, Germantown Hills (3-2)
- Approved minutes as amended
County Board
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.
- Approve $820,000 from Motor Fuel Tax for highway maintenance (FY2022)
- Approve contract to purchase 2 acres for a shooting range
- Approve GPED RLF invoice for $4,500 and Kenyon invoice for $270
- Approve State Board of Elections HAVA security grant
- Approve special use for construction services and public stable at 1237 N. Nofsinger Rd, Metamora
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.
- Approved placing FY2022 budget on display for 15 days (carried)
- Approved amendment adding sheriff maintenance truck and ESDA vehicle to budget (carried, 3 nays)
- Approved $5,000 line item for boarding confiscated dogs (carried)
- Approved contract with Tim Abney as Animal Control Administrator at $70,000/year plus $10/day per dog (carried)
- Tabled contract to purchase 2 acres for shooting range, sent to Public Safety Committee (carried)
- Tabled County Board rule change on remote voting until November (carried)
- Approved Schlindler Contract for courthouse restroom changes (carried)
- Approved property, liability, and work comp renewal (carried)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Public Safety Committee
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.
- Discussion and action on Animal Control
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.
- Recommended Tim Abney as Animal Control Administrator (motion passed)
Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee
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.
- Permit window extensions for Special Use Permits authority
- SUP extension for 2018-22-S
- Approval of monthly claims
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.
- Approved monthly claims (motion carried)
- Approved September 21, 2021 minutes (motion carried)
- Discussed special use permit extensions; no formal action, concluded to request timeline during application
- No action on SUP extension for 2018-22-S; allowed to finish current extension
- No action on Omiotek lot issue; referred to Road and Bridges committee
Public Safety Committee
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.
- Discussion and action on Animal Control proposals
- Heartland Fiber Lease Agreement for Annex 4 approval
- Sheriff Patrol Vehicle Replacement
- Court House Dome / Plaster Project update
- Heat Pump Replacement CH update
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.
- Approved September 2021 minutes (motion passed)
- Approved and kept confidential September 13 executive session minutes (motion passed)
- Approved October claims (motion passed)
- Approved Heartland Fiber lease agreement for Annex 4, sent to full board (motion passed)
- Approved sheriff patrol vehicle purchase not to exceed $36,550, paid from impound fund (motion passed)
- Approved motion to suspend rules to allow two animal control candidates to address committee (motion passed)
- Approved motion to enter executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(5) (roll call: 4-0)
- Approved motion to come out of executive session (motion passed)
Finance & Economic Development Committee
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.
- Approval of tentative levy and draft budget to County Board
- Eric Snedeker – Property, Liability and work comp renewal
- Discussion and approval of GPEDC RLF invoice for $4,500
- Discussion and approval of Kenyon Invoice 13219 for $270.00
- Call for Projects for the ARA
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.
- Approved the September 2021 meeting minutes.
- Approved October claims.
- Approved the tentative budget and levy to send to the County Board.
- Approved the GPEDC RLF invoice for $4,500.
- Approved Kenyon invoice 13219 for $270.00.
- Discussed using reserve funds for extraordinary costs instead of raising taxes.
- Discussed calling a special meeting to address projects for ARA funds.
Road & Bridge Committee
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.
- Petition for County Aid for bridge in Linn Township, Section 21-07137-00-BR (estimated cost $450,000, 50/50 county/township split)
- Petition for County Aid for culvert in Metamora Township, Section 21-08158-00-DR
- Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax funds for FY2021/22 Estimate of Maintenance
- Purchase of 6,000 gallons yellow paint, 5,000 gallons white paint, 70,000 pounds glass beads
- Claims totaling $370,205.02 across all funds for October 19, 2021 Board meeting
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.
- Approved county aid for Linn Township bridge (Section 21-07137-00-BR)
- Approved county aid for Metamora Township culvert (Section 21-08158-00-DR)
- Appropriated $820,000 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for FY2021/22 maintenance
- Approved purchase of 6,000 gallons yellow paint, 5,000 gallons white paint, 70,000 pounds glass beads
- Approved October 2021 claims (Steffen abstained)
- Approved September 2021 minutes
- Entered executive session (5-0) and took no action
County Offices Committee
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.
- Reappointments to Carlock, Secor, and Panther Creek districts
- Appointment of Karen Krug to the Board of Health
- Discussion of rule changes allowing remote attendance to vote
- Resolution 2021/22 - #076 regarding Downstate Operating Assistance Agreement (We Care)
- Deed of Conveyance resolutions for parcels #06-07-101-003 and #13-12-201-018
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.
- Approved board rule change allowing remote members to vote (motion passed)
- Approved reappointments to Carlock and Secor Fire Protection Districts and Board of Health (motion passed)
- Approved Phil Keifer reappointment to Panther Creek Drainage District (motion passed)
- Approved October claims (motion passed)
- Approved Resolution 2021/22 #076 for Downstate Operating Assistance Agreement (motion passed)
- Approved Resolution 2021/22 #077 appointing Drainage Commissioner (motion passed)
- Approved Resolution 10-21-001 for deed conveyance to Hillenburg (motion passed)
- Approved Resolution 10-21-002 for deed conveyance to Moses (motion passed)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Permit extension for CDG Real Estate at 56 N. Riverview Dr.
- Variance for road setback reduction at 702 Somerset Dr., Metamora
- Variance for rear yard setback reduction at 1108 Banta Rd, Lowpoint
- Special Use request for Construction Services and Public Stable at 1237 N. Nofsinger Rd, Metamora
- Variance for building size at 1237 N. Nofsinger Rd, Metamora
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.
- Approved road setback variance to 100 ft at 702 Somerset Dr. (5-0)
- Approved amended side yard setback variance to 25 ft at 1108 Banta Rd. with 365-day permit extension (5-0)
- Approved special use for construction services and public stable at 1237 N. Nofsinger Rd., max 11 horses (5-0)
- Approved building size variance to 6,240 sq ft at 1237 N. Nofsinger Rd. (5-0)
- No action on permit extension 17961-19; applicant did not attend
Board of Health
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.
- Discussion regarding COVID vaccine clinics
- Proposed invoice to pay Sanofi for flu vaccines
- Action to fill Emily Barker’s vacant Board of Health position
- Proposed recognition for Dr. Bucher’s 34 years of service
- Approval of July 26 and August 23, 2021 meeting minutes
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.
- Approved July 26, 2021 minutes (motion by Jones, second by Knepp)
- Approved August 23, 2021 minutes (motion by Laible, second by Jones)
- Approved financial report and monthly bills (motion by Schierer, second by Knepp)
- Approved MRC recognition items (motion by Schierer, second by Jones)
- Approved Dr. Bucher recognition items (motion by Knepp, second by Laible)
- Approved PRN nurse position posting for 15 days (motion by Jones, second by Schierer)
- Approved administration report (motion by Laible, second by Knepp)
Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee
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.
- Green Acres Subdivision preliminary plat – Montgomery Township
- Approval of monthly claims
- Approval of August 9, 2021, minutes
- Approval of executive session minutes from 2008 and 2009
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.
- Approved monthly claims.
- Approved August 9, 2021 minutes.
- Approved and kept confidential Nov 13, 2008 executive session minutes.
- Approved and kept confidential Feb 10, 2009 #1 executive session minutes.
- Approved and kept confidential Feb 10, 2009 #2 executive session minutes.
- Approved and kept confidential Mar 10, 2009 executive session minutes.
- Approved Green Acres Subdivision plat in Montgomery Township.
County Board
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.
- Special use permit for Kevin Wernsman to allow deer breeding on .85 acre at 1307 N. Woodland Ln., Metamora (Ordinance 2020/21 #015)
- Approval of Woodford County Health Care Plan Premiums for Plan Year 2022
- Purchase of two heat pumps for $13,160.00 from Ruyle Mechanical Services
- Award of contract to Knapp Construction for phase 2 of Revolving Loan Grant
- Approval of Kenyon and Associates invoice for $1,334.04 and Schindler & Sons invoice for $6,750 for grant work
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.
- Approved consent agenda including $373,145 election equipment purchase
- Approved Resolution 2020/2021-067 supporting Illinois Waterway Ports and Terminals boundaries
- Approved Kenyon & Associates RLF Grant Invoice 13204 for $1,334.04
- Approved Schindler & Sons invoice for $6,750.00 for grant work
- Approved payment of claims (Resolution 2020/2021-074) (11-0)
- Approved appointments to Board of Health, Human Service Transportation Plan Committee, MDP Board, and Lowpoint Street Lighting District
- Approved 2022 Woodford County Health Care Plan Premiums
- Approved Ordinance 2020/2021-015 granting special use for deer breeding in Worth Township
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Health Insurance Committee
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.
- Review and select 2022 premium rate scenarios (Scenario 2 shows ~10% increase across plans)
- Claims appeal discussion (possible action on out-of-network waiver)
- Flu shot program approved: $19 regular dose, $55 high dose, funded from General Fund Insurance Line Item #051-200-5027-013
- Monthly update/quarterly report from Snedeker's
- County Board Action follow-up (monthly item)
Finance & Economic Development Committee
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.
- Award of contract to Knapp Construction for phase 2 of the Revolving Loan Grant
- Resolution #2020/21-067 supporting creation of statistical boundaries for Illinois Waterway Ports and Terminals
- Tentative budget review, including Health Dept. budget
- Approval of claims and treasurer's report
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.
- Awarded phase 2 of Revolving Loan Project to Knapp Construction (motion passed)
- Approved Resolution 2020/21-067 supporting Illinois Waterway Ports and Terminals boundaries (motion passed)
- Approved minutes from August 10, 2021 regular meeting (motion passed)
- Adjourned meeting at 5 PM (motion passed)
County Offices Committee
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.
- Approve $373,145 ES&S election equipment quote
- Purchase of service agreement with We Care (subsidy not to exceed $58,000)
- Ordinance 2020-21 #016 requiring Plat Act affidavit and PIN on recorded deeds
- Appointments to Board of Health, HSTP Committee, MDP Board, Lowpoint Street Lighting District
- Approval of September claims and county board per diems
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.
- Approved ES&S election equipment purchase for $373,145 (motion passed)
- Approved purchase of cabinets for 1833 S. Main for $3,931.00 (motion passed)
- Appointed Dr. Michael Meier to Board of Health for 3-year term (motion passed)
- Appointed Sean Griffin to Human Service Transportation Plan Committee (motion passed)
- Reappointed D'Andra Derr to MDP Board for 3-year term (motion passed)
- Reappointed Douglas Bill and Patty Harr to Lowpoint Street Lighting District (motions passed)
- Approved September claims and per diem payments ($725 and $400) (motion passed)
- Approved Ordinance 2020/21-016 requiring Plat Act Affidavit on deeds (motion passed)
Public Safety Committee
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.
- Discussion and action on carpeting and painting 1833 S. Main Street early voting center
- Discussion on the framework of Animal Control
- Executive session regarding the purchase or lease of real property
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.
- Approved the August 9, 2021 minutes.
- Approved and released the August 9, 2021 executive session minutes.
- Approved September claims.
- Entered executive session to discuss purchase or lease of real property.
- Exited executive session with no action taken.
Road & Bridge Committee
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.
- Petition for County Aid for a culvert in Clayton Township (21-02139-00-DR / 21-07138-00-DR)
- Petitions for County Aid for bridges in Panola, Greene, and Palestine Townships
- Appropriating Motor Fuel Tax funds for CH 25 Mill & Overlay (21-00058-00-RS)
- Quotes for Banta Road Culvert Cleaning
- Claims totaling $2,164,589.28 across all funds
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.
- Approved August 9, 2021 meeting minutes (motion passed)
- Approved and kept confidential August 9, 2021 executive session minutes (motion passed)
- Approved September claims for the September 21, 2021 Board meeting (motion passed; Steffen abstained)
- Approved Clayton Township petition for county aid for a culvert (motion passed)
- Approved Panola Township petition for county aid for a bridge (motion passed)
- Approved Greene Township petition for county aid for culvert repair (motion passed)
- Approved Palestine Township petitions for county aid for two bridges (motions passed)
- Appropriated MFT funds for CH 25 Mill & Overlay (motion passed)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Special Use and Variance petition #2021-19-S/2021-20-V for deer breeding and an 8 ft. fence at 1307 N. Woodland Ln.
- Permit extension 17891-19 for Michael & Lauryn Carr at 2281 County Road 600 N, Secor, IL
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).
- Approved special use permit 2021-19-S for deer breeding/raising at 1307 N. Woodland Ln., Metamora, with max 15 deer (5-0)
- Approved variance 2021-20-V for 8-ft fence (2-ft increase) at same property (5-0)
- Approved 365-day extension for permit 17891-19 (Carr) until July 17, 2022
- Approved minutes as amended
- Kept executive session minutes from Jan 24, 2017 and Sep 23, 2014 confidential
Board of Health
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.
- Proposal for Dr. Michael Meier to serve as the Board of Health Dentist
- Proposal for an Epidemiologist position and job description
- Proposal for a Part-time Nurse position and job description
- Proposal for Contact Tracing Assistant Supervisor and three PRN Contact Tracers
- Proposal for adding Lab Draw options and pricing
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.
- Approved option 1 for ER Coordinator role, increasing pay to $24/hr (motion carried)
- Approved new Emergency Response Coordinator/Epidemiologist job description (motion carried)
- Approved part-time nurse job description and sent to County Board Finance Committee (motion carried)
- Approved Contact Tracing Assistant Supervisor job description (motion carried)
- Approved lab draw pricing: $20 hepatic function panel, $25 follicle stimulating hormone (motion carried)
- Postponed MRC appreciation event; suggested shirts for now (motion carried)
- Approved monthly financial bills (motion carried)
- Appointed Dr. Michael Meier as Board of Health Dentist (motion carried)
County Board
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.
- Approved Resolution 2020/2021-065 authorizing $2,500 stipends for full-time sworn deputies (unanimous after amendment)
- Amendment to increase stipends to $3,000 failed (4-8, 2 abstentions)
- Approved hiring Bellwether LLC consultant for $20,000 from ARPA funds (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2020/2021-014 authorizing ARPA payment to Bellwether (unanimous)
- Approved Special Use #2021-16-S for Anna and Daniel Staab for firearm repair/sales at 494 Santa Fe Trail (carried)
- Approved Special Use #2021-17-S for Kathy Webster for large farm animals at 488 Santa Fe Trail (carried)
- Approved consent agenda items including appointments, step increases, and agreements (carried)
- Approved claims and placed treasurer's report on file (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Health Insurance Committee
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.
- Review of 2022 premium rate scenarios
- Request for flu shots at $19 per regular dose and $55 for high dose
- Discussion regarding waiver of out-of-network penalties
- Report of a net loss of $58,917.38 in the plan through the first half of 2021
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.
- Approved reprocessing Colten Zehr's claims at in-network 80/20 rate, paying remaining balance (motion carried)
- Forwarded annual flu shot recommendation to County Board at $19 regular / $55 high dose per shot (motion carried)
- Approved July 14, 2021 minutes as submitted (motion carried)
- Deferred decision on 2022 premium rate scenarios to next meeting
Finance & Economic Development Committee
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.
- Discussion on hiring Bellwether LLC consultant for American Relief Act planning
- Update on the County Revolving Loan Fund
- Review of departmental budgets including Judicial, Public Defender, Probation, Highway, Sheriff, County Clerk, and Health Department
- Review of July 2021 Summary of Accounts and Treasurer's Report
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.
- Approved July 13, 2021 minutes (motion by Jones, second by Burditt)
- Approved August claims (motion by Burditt, second by Meinhold)
- Placed Bellwether LLC ARPA consultant hire on board agenda (motion by Steffen, second by Meinhold)
County Offices Committee
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.
- Media Conversion Agreement with Fidlar Technologies for $204,791.66
- Election System Agreement for $1,080.00
- Salary increase for County Coordinator to $40,115.00
- Salary increase for Supervisor of Assessment to $54,220.00
- Appointment of Terry Pille to the Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Approved July 13, 2021 minutes
- Appointed Terry Pille to Zoning Board of Appeals (5-year term)
- Appointed Dorothy Kelso to Housing Authority (1-year term)
- Appointed Donita Curtis to Housing Authority (3-year term)
- Approved August claims
- Approved per diems for Nagel ($1,350) and Burditt ($375) (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2020/21 #059 (step increase for County Coordinator)
- Approved Resolution 2020-21 #060 (step increase for Supervisor of Assessment)
Public Safety Committee
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.
- Approval of P-MEG Agreement
- Approval of Franchise Agreement with Tel-Star Cablevision
- AED – Stop the Bleed kits for PSB, CH, Annex 1 & Annex 4 Project
- PSB Flooring Project Final Update
- Contract Discussion for Animal Control
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.
- Approved $2,500 deputy stipend for Sept 2021 and Sept 2022, 3 promotions, 3 new hires (5-0)
- Approved key card system for Probation, not to exceed $9,000
- Approved franchise agreement with Tel-Star Cablevision
- Approved P-MEG agreement, moved to full board
- Approved claims as presented
- Approved July 12, 2021 minutes
- Kept executive session minutes confidential
- Approved $6,350 additional cost for courthouse plaster insulation fix
Road & Bridge Committee
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.
- Architecture agreement for new shop building
- Engineering agreement for new shop building
- Quotes for traffic control devices on CH 7 bridge
- Bids for Metamora Township culvert, Section 20-08156-00-DR
- Vehicle sale
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.
- Approved July 7, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved claims for August 17, 2021 board meeting (unanimous)
- Approved Kenyon and Associates architectural services agreement for new shop building (unanimous)
- Approved Mohr & Kerr Engineering & Land Surveying agreement for new shop building (unanimous)
- Accepted low bid from Road Safe for $54,585.88 for traffic control devices on CH 7 bridge (unanimous)
- Approved bids for Metamora Township culvert, Section 20-08156-00-DR (unanimous)
- Discussed sale of old Highway Department vehicles, no formal action
- Entered executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(6) for sale or lease of property (unanimous)
Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee
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.
- Adopt-a-lot for 1267 Millpoint Rd
- Resolution 2020/21#058 Zoning Administrator longevity step
- Approval of monthly claims
- Approval of June 7, 2021, minutes
- Review of Executive Session
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.
- Approved monthly claims (unanimous)
- Approved June 7, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Adopt-a-lot for 1267 Millpoint Rd, sent to County Board (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2020/21#058 for zoning administrator longevity step, sent to full board (unanimous)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Special Use #2021-16-S: firearm repair & sales and safety/concealed carry classes at 494 Santa Fe Trail, Metamora (5.4 acres, R-1 district)
- Special Use #2021-17-S: large farm-type animals at 488 Santa Fe Trail, Metamora (4.5 acres, R-1 district)
- Special Use #2021-18-S: small landscape business on vacant ground east of 1190 Upper Spring Bay Rd (4.5787 acres, R-1 district)
- Approval of previous month's minutes
- Public input and updates on prior/upcoming petitions
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.
- Approved special use #2021-16-S for firearm repair/sales and safety/concealed carry classes with live fire, with conditions (5-0)
- Approved special use #2021-17-S for up to 8 miniature Mediterranean donkeys, with conditions (5-0)
- Petition #2021-18-S for small landscape business withdrawn by petitioner
Board of Health
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.
- Discussion: COVID vaccine clinics
- Proposed: 2021/2022 County Employee/Dependent & MRC flu vaccine pricing
- Proposed: County FY22 Health Department Budget
- Proposed: Recognition for Dr. Bucher’s 34 years of service to WCHD
- Discussion: Dentist- Appointed to BOH
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).
- Approved FY22 Health Department budget (motion by Barker, second by Knepp)
- Approved 2021/2022 flu vaccine pricing: $19 regular, $55 high dose (motion by Barker, second by Laible)
- Approved meeting minutes (motion by Knepp, second by Jones)
- Approved monthly financial bills (motion by Schierer, second by Knepp)
- Tabled discussion on recognition for Dr. Bucher's 34 years of service
County Board
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.
- Special use permit for roadside vegetable/farm stand at 339 E. Townhall Rd., Metamora
- Map amendment to Heavy Industrial District at 632 State Route 117, Eureka
- Resolution increasing Public Defender salary
- Resolution awarding Worth Township supplemental MFT maintenance contract to Steffen 3D
- Approval of monthly claims (roll call vote)
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.
- Approved the Non-Union Employee Wage Scale Agreement, amended to exclude elected officials' personal wages and contingent on department heads' written agreement.
- Approved the consent agenda, including reappointments to the Linn Mt. Vernon Cemetery Association and appointments to the Washburn Fire Protection District and Health Care Committee.
- Approved Ordinance 2020/2021-010 granting a special use for a roadside vegetable/farm stand in Worth Township.
- Approved Ordinance 2020/2021-011 granting a map amendment to Heavy Industrial District in Cruger Township.
- Approved Resolution 2020/2021-055 increasing the Public Defender Salary.
- Approved Resolution 2020/2021-056 awarding the Worth Township supplemental MFT Maintenance Contract to Steffen 3D.
- Approved the payment of claims via Resolution 2020/2021-057.
- Placed the Treasurer's reports and the County Board report on file.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Health Insurance Committee
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.
- Appointment of Cayla Comens (FOP Probation) to fill unexpired term of Derek Reinmann expiring December 2021
- Vision benefit increase from $200 to $500 effective July 1, 2021, approved by County Board
- Fund balances: Premium & Claims Reserve $717,239.93; Health Care Plan $33,821.04; total $751,060.97
- Plan to establish Premium Rates for Plan Year 2022 at August meeting
- Monthly update/quarterly report from Snedeker's
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.
- Approved the April 14, 2021 minutes as submitted.
- Appointed Cayla Comens to the Health Care Committee to fill the unexpired term of Derek Reinmann, expiring December 2021; forwarded to the full County Board.
- Requested a second Rate Scenario for Plan Year 2022 with higher premium increases, to be reviewed in August.
- Decided to delay forwarding the 2022 rate recommendation to the County Board until the September meeting.
- Noted the County Board approved the increase to the Vision Benefit from $200 to $500 effective July 1, 2021.
- Scheduled the next meeting for August 11, 2021.
Finance & Economic Development Committee
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.
- Award of Project 2 Construction Contract to Knapp Concrete for $1,498,329.50
- Approval of Pay Equalization Policy
- Treasurer's report covering all county funds for June 2021
- Budget review for General Fund departments including Coroner, Zoning, State's Attorney, and others
- Public input and approval of June 2021 meeting minutes
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.
- Approved the Pay Equalization Policy for the employee handbook.
- Tabled the award of the Project 2 Construction Contract to Knapp Concrete due to cost overrun.
- Approved the June 2021 regular meeting minutes.
- Reviewed the proposed budget for various county departments, noting increases due to salaries and other costs.
County Offices Committee
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.
- Resolution 2020-21 #055: Increase Public Defender salary to $165,090.76 retroactive to July 1, 2021
- Reappointments to Linn Mt. Vernon Cemetery Association (Ulrich, Winkler, Schoon, Strauch, Damerell)
- Appointment of Harold Weiss to Washburn Fire Protection District
- Developing administrative oversight for Courthouse Appointed Officials
- Approval of July claims and County Board Per Diem (roll call vote)
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.
- Approved Resolution #055 increasing Public Defender salary to $165,090.76 retroactive to July 1
- Approved reappointments of Stanley Ulrich, Vincent Winkler, Timothy L. Schoon, Gretchen A. Strauch, and Loyd Damerell to the Linn Mt. Vernon Cemetery Association
- Approved appointment of Harold Weiss to the Washburn Fire Protection District
- Approved July claims
- Approved $300 per diem for Mr. Meinhold by roll call vote (5-0)
- Approved June 8, 2021 regular meeting minutes
- Kept June 8, 2021 executive session minutes confidential
- Discussed, but did not decide on, creating a Board Coordinator position
Public Safety Committee
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.
- Discussion on blood stop kits
- PSB UPS Room HVAC split unit replacement bids
- Sheriff replacement vehicle order update
- Deputy retention, recruitment, and compensation
- Executive session on Animal Control contract and collective bargaining
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.
- Approved Pay Equalization Policy (motion by Burditt, seconded by Jones)
- Approved June 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Jones, seconded by Burditt)
- Tabled award of Project 2 Construction Contract to Knapp Concrete for $1,498,329.50 due to cost overrun
- Adjourned at 6:45 PM (motion by Burditt, seconded by Jones)
Road & Bridge Committee
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.
- Approved low bid of $72,120 from Hoerr Construction for 3 culvert liners near Congerville
- Approved June 2021 claims including Flink Company plow hitch repair, Rusty's Door Service overhead door replacement, and Amigoni Construction ditch cleaning on Banta Road
- Discussed land acquisitions for CH 13 right-of-way at $13,000 per acre based on certified appraisal
- Postponed architectural agreement with Kenyon & Associates (not to exceed $35,400) and engineering agreement with Hutchison Engineering for new shop building
- Rejected bids for CH 9 bridge repair due to 49% cost over budget
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.
- Approved June 7, 2021 regular meeting minutes (motion by Logan, seconded by Meinhold).
- Approved and kept confidential June 7, 2021 Executive Session minutes (Session 1 and Session 2).
- Approved Steffen 3D Construction bid of $52,639.80 for Worth Township Seal Coat (motion by Logan, seconded by Tolan; Steffen abstained).
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Permit extension for Timothy Martin SFD permit #17835-19, extended 365 days to May 17, 2022
- Variance #2021-12-V for Matthew & Karla Aeschleman to increase shed size by 5,169 sq ft to 6,969 sq ft on a 2-acre parcel at 1431 County Road 1700 E, Roanoke
- Variance #2021-13-V for Greg Newell to reduce road setback to 25 ft from centerline of S. Adams Road at 1620 S. Adams Rd, Eureka
- Special use #2021-14-S for James L. Kiesewetter for a roadside vegetable/farm stand with signage at 339 E. Townhall Rd, Metamora
- Map amendment #2021-15-Z for Austin Blunier to Heavy Industrial District at 632 State Route 117, Eureka
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.
- Approved a 365-day extension for permit 17835-19 to May 17, 2022.
- Approved variance 2021-12-V for a 6,969 sq. ft. shed in the Agriculture District.
- Approved variance 2021-13-V for a 25 ft. road setback at 1620 S. Adams Rd.
- Approved special use 2021-14-S for a vegetable farm stand with two signs at 339 E. Townhall Rd.
- Approved map amendment 2021-15-Z to rezone 632 State Route 117 to Heavy Industrial.
County Board
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.
- Special use permit for Adam Sommer's brew pub at 1179 Douglas Rd, Metamora
- Ordinance allowing home baked goods to be sold to the public
- Resolution awarding Hoerr Construction for culvert liners
- Resolution approving custodial contract with Mad Dog Services
- Resolution approving purchase of patrol car
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.
- Approved Resolution 2020/2021-054 as amended, authorizing the sheriff to purchase a patrol car for $28,000.
- Approved the Devnet quote as amended for Assessment Notices and Mailings.
- Approved the remaining consent agenda items, including appointments and various resolutions and invoices.
- Approved a yearbook printing quote for $656.25 for 375 books.
- Approved the claims paid in vacation since the last meeting.
- Placed the treasurer's reports on file.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Finance & Economic Development Committee
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.
- Approve Midwest Engineering invoice $18,372.06 for Grant 18-248652
- Approve GPEDC invoice $4,620 for Grant #18-248651
- Approve Kenyon Architects invoice $1,438.65 for Grant #18-248651
- Award Sidewalk Contract for Grant work
- Discussion on American Rescue Plan Act use of funds
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.
- Approved Midwest Engineering invoice for $18,372.06 (motion passed)
- Approved GPEDC invoice for $4,620 (motion passed)
- Approved Kenyon Architects invoice for corrected amount $1,198.65 (motion passed)
- Sidewalk contract not awarded; will be rebid due to bidder not registered in SAM
County Offices Committee
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.
- Reappointment of John L. Schaer to Spring Bay Fire Protection District (term expiring May 1, 2024)
- Appointment of David Meinhold to Finance and Economic Committee (term expiring Dec 2022)
- Appointment of Julie Blunier to Roanoke Fire Protection District (term expiring May 13, 2024)
- Approval of June claims and County Board Per Diem (roll call vote)
- Discussion of Devnet quote for assessment notices and Cupcake Ordinance
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.
- Approved sending cupcake ordinance to full board (motion passed)
- Approved appointments: John L. Schaer to Spring Bay Fire Protection District, David Meinhold to Finance and Economic Committee, Julie Blunier to Roanoke Fire Protection District (motion passed)
- Approved June claims (motion passed)
- Approved per diems for Autum Jones ($875) and Barry Logan ($2,700) (5-0 roll call)
- Approved Devnet quote for assessment notices, not to exceed $1,665.00 (motion passed)
- Approved May 11, 2021 minutes with correction (motion passed)
Road & Bridge Committee
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.
- Award of $72,120 contract to Hoerr Construction, Inc. for culvert liners on CH 9 (Brown Road) and CH 21 (Danvers Road)
- Approval of claims totaling $65,841.71 across County Highway, Bridge, Matching, and Motor Fuel Tax funds
- Discussion of agreement with Blunier Builders of Eureka, IL for preliminary design of the new shop building
- Discussion of Architecture Agreement with Kenyon & Associates for the new shop building
- Discussion of Engineering Agreement with Hutchison Engineering, Inc. for the new shop building
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.
- Approved June 2021 claims (motion passed)
- Approved $72,120 culvert liner bid from Hoerr Construction (motion passed)
- Withdrew motion for Kenyon & Associates architectural agreement (premature)
- Held discussion on Hutchison Engineering agreement (put on hold)
- Rejected bids for County Highway 9 bridge repair (motion passed)
- Entered executive session for property sale/lease (unanimous)
- Entered executive session for personnel (unanimous)
- No action taken after executive sessions
Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee
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.
- Discussion of restrictions on large special use permits (SUPs) near municipalities
- Appointment of John Obery to Zoning Board of Appeals (Alternate) for unexpired term expiring August 1, 2024
- Legislation update
- Approval of monthly claims and April 12, 2021 minutes
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.
- Tabled discussion on restrictions for large SUPs near municipalities (motion carried)
- Approved monthly claims (motion carried)
- Approved April 12, 2021 minutes (motion carried)
- Approved appointment of John Obery to Zoning Board of Appeals as alternate (motion carried)
Public Safety Committee
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.
- Janitorial bid approval for county custodial services
- PSB flashing replacement update
- CH plaster repair/painting project update
- Sheriff vehicles information
- MOU with Health Department
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.
- Approved May 11, 2021 minutes (motion passed)
- Approved June claims, including $798 for insect repellent (motion passed)
- Approved Mad Dog Cleaning Services for $99,106 per year (motion passed)
- Authorized Sheriff to purchase a vehicle not to exceed $25,000, paid from Impounded Vehicle Fund (motion passed)
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Variance for 2586 County Road 500 N. to allow a 23 ft. side yard setback
- Special use permit for a Brew Pub at 1179 Douglas Rd.
- Approval of previous month's minutes
- Permit extensions
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.
- Approved variance #2021-10-V for a 23-ft side yard setback (7-ft reduction) for a garage addition (4-0 vote)
- Approved special use #2021-09-S for a brew pub in the Agriculture District, with sign condition (4-0 vote)
- Approved minutes as amended (motion carried)
Board of Health
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.
- Proposed payment of up to $13,000 to Church of the Nazarene for COVID vaccine clinic facility use
- Proposed payment of up to $10,000 to Woodford County Sheriff's Office for 100 ITFC compliance checks
- Proposed payment of $3,000 to Tazewell County Health Department for WIC assistance (July 2020-January 2021)
- Discussion: Mass vaccination clinics and processes going forward
- Proposed: IDPH/CDC mask wearing guidance for WCHD building
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.
- Approved March 22, 2021 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Approved monthly finances/bills paid (motion carried)
- Approved MOU with Woodford County Board with added yearly review language (motion carried)
- Approved tent repairs at $192.20 using grant or reserve funds (motion carried)
- Approved payment up to $13,000 to Church of Nazarene for vaccine clinic facility use (motion carried)
- Approved payment up to $10,000 to Woodford County Sheriff's Office for 100 ITFC compliance checks (motion carried)
- Approved no-cost extension for contact tracing deliverable through December (motion carried)
- Approved compensation time usage for non-exempt employees with overtime pay (motion carried)
County Board
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.
- Ordinance 2020-21 #005: Reapportionment Plan for the County Board
- Ordinance 2020-21 #006: Map amendment for Yoder Oil to Heavy Industrial (I-2) on ~4 acres near State Route 89 and County Highway 18, Cazenovia
- Ordinance 2020-21 #007: Special use for Dennis Tipsword Jr. for ammunition manufacturing at 1520 Grove Lane, Metamora
- Resolution #2020/21-046: Award Greene Township culvert replacement contract to Otto Baum Company, Inc.
- Approval of Kenyon Invoice #13187 for $1,177.38
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.
- Approved amended Reapportionment Plan (Ordinance 2020/2021-005) with party-recommendation vacancy language
- Approved consent agenda: appointments to Washburn Fire Protection District, Tri-County River Valley Development Authority, and Board of Review
- Approved zoning map amendment for Yoder Oil (Cazenovia Township) to Heavy Industrial (I-2)
- Approved special use for Dennis Tipsword Jr. ammunition manufacturing (Worth Township)
- Approved Greene Township culvert replacement contract to Otto Baum Company, Inc.
- Approved Olio/Palestine Township culvert replacement contract to Knapp Concrete Contractors, Inc.
- Approved Resolution 2020/2021-045 to combine Tri-County Regional Planning Commission and PPUATS
- Approved claims payment Resolution 2020/2021-047 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
County Offices Committee
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.
- Appointment of Stan Ulrich to Washburn Fire Protection District (term to June 1, 2024)
- Appointment of Tim Schoon to Tri-County River Valley Development Authority (3-year term)
- Appointment of Cheryl Suckow to Board of Review (completing term to June 1, 2023)
- Reappointment of Jim Hinrichsen to Board of Review (2-year term)
- Approval of Ordinance 2020-21 #005 Reapportionment
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.
- Approved April 13, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Stan Ulrich to Washburn Fire Protection District (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Tim Schoon to Tri-County River Valley Development Authority (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Cheryl Suckow to Board of Review (unanimous)
- Approved reappointment of Jim Hinrichsen to Board of Review (unanimous)
- Approved May claims and per diems totaling $2,925 (unanimous roll call)
- Approved reimbursement to Daniel Skaggs for fees from line item 051-210-5026-013 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2020/21 #046 and by-laws for Tri-County merger, and Ordinance 2020-21 #005 (unanimous)
Road & Bridge Committee
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.
- Professional services agreement with Midwest Construction Professionals for pre-construction services, not to exceed $8,500
- Agreement with Blunier Builders for preliminary design of new shop building
- Bids for Greene Township Culvert, Section 20-05149-00-BR
- Claims totaling $146,506.02 for County Highway Fund, $2,363.75 for County Bridge Fund, $44,901.41 for County Matching Fund, $41,745.11 for County Motor Fuel Tax Fund, and $501.35 for Township Motor Fuel Tax Fund
- Executive session and potential action following it
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.
- Approved $8,500 pre-construction services agreement with Midwest Construction Professionals (motion passed)
- Approved $159,349.53 bid from Otto Baum for Greene Township culvert replacement (motion passed)
- Tabled agreement with Blunier Builders for preliminary design of new shop building (motion passed)
- Approved May claims for the May 18, 2021 Board meeting (motion passed; Steffen abstained from Steffen 3-D claims)
Public Safety Committee
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.
- Masonry bid approval for PSB Flashing project
- Janitorial bid approval for County Custodial Services
- HEART Technologies network/software updates quote
- HEART Technologies network switch replacement quote
- Mass vaccination and contact tracing updates
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.
- Approved April claims (motion passed)
- Approved $37,475 masonry bid for PSB flashing project (motion passed)
- Approved HEART Technologies network/software upgrades (motion passed)
- Approved HEART Technologies network switch replacement (motion passed)
- Deferred janitorial bid to next month's agenda
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Ammunition manufacturing business petition at 1520 Grove Lane, Metamora
- Shed size variance for property between 1896 and 1922 County Road 400 N, Congerville
- Map Amendment to Heavy Industrial District near State Route 89 and County Highway 18
- Appeal regarding the buildable status of a 1.82 acre lot at 1461 County Highway 1
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.
- Approved special use for ammunition manufacturing at 1520 Grove Lane, Metamora (5-0)
- Approved shed size variance to split shed onto its own lot near Congerville (5-0)
- Approved map amendment to Heavy Industrial for propane facility near Cazenovia (5-0)
- Affirmed zoning administrator's decision that 1.82-acre lot at 1461 County Highway 1 is non-buildable (4-1)
County Board
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.
- Map amendment for 30.02 acres at 1400 and 1414 US Highway 150, Goodfield, from Commercial/R-1 to Agriculture
- Resolution #2020/21-034: $ contract to Era Valdivia Contractors for TR 91 Bridge Painting over Partridge Creek
- Resolution #2020/21-035: $ contract to Knapp Concrete Contractors for TR 162 Box Culvert Replacement
- Resolution #2020/21-038: purchase of new tandem axle dump truck for snow plowing
- Increase vision benefit to $500 per 24-month period effective July 1, 2021
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.
- Approved Resolution 2020/2021-044 opposing state wind farm legislation (11-2)
- Approved $22,500 for Patrick Engineering decommissioning certification, contingent on State's Attorney review
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Woodford County Health Department
- Approved Kenyon & Associates RLF Grant Invoice amended to $1,820.33
- Approved consent agenda including appointments, ordinances, and resolutions
- Approved claims paid in vacation, including two added expert witness claims
- Approved Ordinance 2020/2021-004 for Montgomery Township map amendment to Agriculture District
- Approved multiple MFT maintenance contracts for seal coat, calcium chloride, and aggregate
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Health Insurance Committee
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.
- Discussion/Action on increasing Dental/Vision Plan Benefits
- Approval of March 10, 2021 Minutes
- Report of Fund Balances
- Monthly Update/Quarterly Report from Snedeker's
- County Board Action Follow-up (no items forwarded in March)
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.
- Approved increasing vision benefit to $500 effective July 1, 2021 (not retroactive), absorbing cost from reserves, and re-evaluating future premiums (motion carried)
- Approved minutes of March 10, 2021 as submitted (motion carried)
- Adjourned at 3:45 PM (motion carried)
County Offices Committee
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.
- Appointment of Jason Howard to Caterpillar Trail Public Water District (5-year term expiring May 1, 2026)
- Reappointment of Carolyn Flowers to Roanoke Fire Protection District (3-year term expiring May 13, 2024)
- Reappointment of Don Kingdon to Panther Creek Drainage District (3-year term expiring September 2023)
- Discussion on Daniel Skaggs property tax
- Discussion and approval of Reapportionment Plan
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.
- Approved sale in error for Daniel Skaggs property (motion passed)
- Approved keeping current reapportionment plan and sending to Board (motion passed)
- Recommended switching recording vendor to Fidlar, passed to full Board (motion passed)
- Approved appointments: Jason Howard, Carolyn Flowers, Don Kingdon (motion passed)
- Approved March claims (motion passed)
- Approved four per diem claims totaling $2,550 (roll call 4-0)
- Approved March 9, 2021 minutes (motion passed)
Finance & Economic Development Committee
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.
- Presentation of County Audit by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
- Discussion and recommendation of building project bids
- Ongoing discussion on pay equalization
- Approval of March 9, 2021 meeting minutes
- Approval of claims
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.
- Approved motion to recommend $368,000 contract to Phil Schindler & Sons for CDBG RLF building improvements (motion passed)
- Approved March 9, 2021 meeting minutes (motion passed)
- Approved claims (motion passed)
- Received clean audit report from CliftonLarsonAllen with four findings, one corrected
- Discussed pay equalization policy, resolution expected next month
Public Safety Committee
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.
- PSB & CH Plaster Repair & Painting Project Bid Approval
- PSB & CH HVAC Engineering Study / Proposal Approval
- Probation squad car purchase
- RLF Elevator Project, CH Restroom Project & Annex 4 ADA Access Project informational
- Executive session on employee compensation
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.
- Approved Wright of Way bid for courthouse painting and Dunbar Painting for PSB, plus 10% contingency
- Approved Keith Engineering HVAC study contracts for PSB ($6,000) and Courthouse ($8,100)
- Approved probation vehicle purchase not to exceed $35,000
- Entered executive session on employee compensation (5-0)
Road & Bridge Committee
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.
- Seal Coat bids, Section 21-XX000-15-GM
- Calcium Chloride bids, Section 21-XX000-01-GM
- Aggregate Surface bids for Cazenovia, Panola, and Roanoke Townships
- Worth Township Bridge Painting bid, Section 20-17150-77-BR
- Snow Plow Truck purchase
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.
- Approved April 20, 2021 claims (motion passed)
- Awarded seal coat contract to Steffens 3D (motion passed, Steffen abstained)
- Awarded calcium chloride contract to Sicaleo Ltd. (motion passed)
- Awarded aggregate surface contracts to Steffens 3D for Cazenovia, Panola, and Roanoke Townships (motion passed, Steffen abstained)
- Awarded Worth Township bridge painting contract to Era Valdivia Contractors, Inc. (motion passed)
- Awarded Olio/Palestine Township culvert contract to Knapp Concrete (motion passed)
- Approved professional services agreement with Cloudpoint Geospatial (motion passed)
- Accepted bid from Central Illinois Truck for a snow plow (motion passed)
Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee
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.
- Accessory Dwelling Units discussion
- Decommissioning plan contract with Patrick Engineering ready to sign
- New Letter of Credit from Minonk Wind
- Minonk Wind 2020 Annual Inspection Report
- Charis Lane and Cottonwood Lane Subdivisions
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.
- Approved monthly claims (unanimous)
- Approved March 8, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved sending decommissioning contract with Patrick Engineering to full board (unanimous)
- Approved sending Minonk Wind 2020 Annual Inspection Report to full board (unanimous)
- Approved Charis Lane Subdivision to full board (unanimous)
- Approved Cottonwood Lane Subdivision to full board (unanimous)
Liquor Commission
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.
- License for Adam Sommer
- Extension of Class F license for an extra day
- Approval of March 2, 2021 minutes
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- 2018-22-S Spring Bay LLC – SUP extension request for solar farm
- #2021-02-V – sign size variance for 24 sq ft double-sided sign (increase of 6.5 sq ft) at 1396 County Road 1200 E, Metamora
- #2021-03-Z – map amendment from Commercial and R-1 to Agriculture on 30.02 acres at 1400 and 1414 US Highway 150, Goodfield
- #2021-04-V – rear yard setback variance to reduce to 10 ft (reduction of 20 ft) at 72 Millpoint Rd, East Peoria
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.
- Approved 15-month extension for Spring Bay Solar 1 LLC special use permit (unanimous)
- Approved sign size variance for Andrew Martin at 1396 County Road 1200 E, Metamora (5-0)
- Approved map amendment from Commercial/R-1 to Agriculture for 1400 and 1414 US Hwy 150, Goodfield (5-0)
- Denied rear yard setback variance for Robert and Carol Meyer at 72 Millpoint Rd (2-3)
Board of Health
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.
- Discussion: Mass Vaccination Clinics/Processes
- Proposed: Mass Vaccination Additional Funding
- Proposed: McLean County Alternative Housing Memorandum of Understanding
- Proposed Policy Change: Policy 501 Procedure for Lead Poisoning Screening
- Proposed: MOU with Woodford County Board
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.
- Approved January 25, 2021 regular meeting minutes and January 29, 2021 special meeting minutes.
- Approved and kept confidential executive session minutes from January 25, 2021 (Parts 1 and 2) and March 25, 2019 (Parts 1-3).
- Approved and kept confidential executive session minutes from May 20, 2019 and July 27, 2020 (Parts 1-5).
- Approved monthly finances/bills paid.
- Approved proposal to open building to public with mask requirement and limited hours at administrator's discretion.
- Approved mass vaccination additional funding, McLean County Alternative Housing MOU, employee lease agreement for Dr. Knepp, and no-cost extension for contact tracing grant.
- Approved policy changes 501, 502, and 503 regarding lead poisoning screening and testing procedures.
- Tabled MOU with Woodford County Board for further review by board members.
County Board
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.
- Map amendment in Minonk Township from Heavy Industrial (I-2) to Agriculture (AG) for a dwelling at 2659 County Road 1900 N
- Resolution 2020-21 #027 to reduce liquor license fees due to COVID for 2021
- Resolution #2020/21-025 authorizing $20,397 construction engineering agreement with Maurer-Stutz, Inc.
- Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services with El Paso
- Approval of monthly claims (Resolution 2020/21 #028)
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.
- Approved the consent agenda, including the CEDS report, appointments, and resolutions.
- Tabled the reappointment of Sheila Durst to the Washburn Fire Protection District.
- Tabled the purchase of electronic devices for board members for further committee discussion.
- Approved payment of a Kenyon invoice for $360.00 related to the RLF grant.
- Approved Resolution 2020/2021-028 for payment of claims.
- Approved the minutes of the February 16, 2021 regular session.
- Approved and kept confidential the Executive Session Minutes of January 19, 2021.
- Approved the Certificate of Giving Notice.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Health Insurance Committee
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.
- Discussion of COBRA IMRF Retiree Rate tiers
- TRIA Annual Report
- Claims Appeal
- Report of Fund Balances
- Monthly Update/Quarterly Report from Snedeker's
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.
- Approved the December 9, 2020 minutes as submitted, with Doug Mullen abstaining.
- Reviewed the TRIA Health annual report, noting $3,722 invested and $32,392 in annualized savings.
- Discussed but did not adopt a 4-tier COBRA rate structure; will consider it before next year's rate adoption.
- Noted that three reappointments and one new appointment were approved by the County Board in December 2020.
- Received the 2021 Plan Performance Report from Snedeker's, showing a net gain of $37,363.02 through February 28, 2021.
Finance & Economic Development Committee
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.
- Review of 2021-2025 CEDS for Greater Peoria region (Logan, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford counties)
- CEDS includes goals for economy, workforce, quality of place, natural resources, and diversity/equity/inclusion
- Mentions initiatives like Distillery Labs innovation center in Peoria, set to open in 2021
- Highlights regional assets: Illinois River, Mahomet Aquifer, agriculture, healthcare, manufacturing
- CEDS is required for federal Economic Development District designation and access to EDA grants
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.
- Approved Resolution 2020-21 #026 to increase the bond amount for the Treasurer and County Clerk to $1,000,000 each.
- Approved the minutes of the February 16, 2021 regular meeting.
- Approved the March claims.
- Discussed the CEDS report (no formal action taken).
- Discussed payment of RFL grant invoices (no formal action taken).
County Offices Committee
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.
- Appointment of Mike Hutchinson to HSTP Committee to complete unexpired term expiring Aug 21, 2022
- Reappointments to Washburn and El Paso Fire Protection Districts, Caterpillar Trail Public Water District, and Germantown Hills Fire Protection District
- Approval of March claims and County Board Per Diem (roll call vote)
- Temporary polling place changes: Olio 3 to Church of the Nazarene, Roanoke 3 to Roanoke park building, Worth 7 & 8 to Worth Township Building, Worth 9 & 10 to Marlene's Event Barn
- Discussion of board member electronic devices
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.
- Approved appointments A-F including Hutchinson to HSTP and reappointments to fire districts (motion passed)
- Approved March claims (motion passed)
- Approved David Meinhold's $175 per diem (4-0)
- Approved Richard Hill's $2,175 per diem (3-0, Hill abstained)
- Approved Russ Cotton's $1,800 per diem (4-0)
- Approved temporary polling place changes for Olio 3, Roanoke 3, Worth 7&8, Worth 9&10 (motion passed)
- Moved Surface Pro tablet purchase proposal to County Board for discussion (motion passed)
Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee
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.
- Wind Decommissioning, Patrick Engineering Agreement
- Accessory Dwelling Units
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.
- Approved monthly claims.
- Approved February 8, 2020, minutes.
- Approved and kept confidential Nov 13, 2008, Executive Session minutes.
- Approved and kept confidential Feb 10, 2009, #1 Executive Session minutes.
- Approved and kept confidential Feb 10, 2009, #2 Executive Session minutes.
- Approved and kept confidential Mar 10, 2009, Executive Session minutes.
- Tabled the Patrick Engineering agreement for wind decommissioning until needed.
- Kept accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on the agenda for further discussion.
Road & Bridge Committee
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.
- Review of Woodford County Culvert bids (Section 21-00000-04-GM)
- Discussion on cold patch quotations
- Proposed purchase of a new pick-up truck
- Construction engineering agreement with Maurer-Stutz, Inc. for Worth Township MFT Section 20-17150-77-BR
- Update on Asset Management Program Software Grant
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.
- Approved the February 8, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Approved claims for the March 16, 2021 Board meeting.
- Approved the low bid from Contech for $10,519.20 for culvert work (Section 21-00000-04-GM).
- Approved cold patch quotes not to exceed $10,000.
- Approved the low bid from Bob Ridings for $28,471.00 for a new pick-up truck, amended to not exceed $28,471.00.
- Approved the construction engineering agreement with Maurer-Stutz, Inc. not to exceed $20,397 for Worth Township MFT Section 20-17150-77-BR.
- Agreed that Option 1A is the best placement for the new shop building and will seek a variance from the Village of Roanoke.
Public Safety Committee
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.
- Approval of February 8, 2021 minutes and executive session minutes
- Approval of claims
- Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal Control Services with El Paso
- Executive session on employee compensation (5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(1))
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.
- Approved February 8, 2021 minutes
- Approved and made public February 8, 2021 executive session minutes
- Approved March claims
- Approved intergovernmental agreement for animal control services with El Paso
Liquor Commission
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.
- Discussion/action on possible waiver of County liquor fees 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.
- Approved reducing county liquor license fees by 50% for 2021 (motion by Logan, seconded by Steffen).
- Tabled discussion on changing Class F license duration from 3 to 4 days; no action taken, referred to State's Attorney.
- Approved the minutes from March 2, 2020.
Zoning Board of Appeals
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.
- Petition 2021-01-Z: Map amendment from I-2 to AG for 8.5 acres at 2659 County Road 1900 N, Minonk
- Permit extension 17750-19: Bruce Herman, shed at 957 County Road 1600 N, Metamora
- Approval of minutes from eight prior meetings (Oct–Dec 2020)
- Review of executive session minutes from 2017 and 2014 for release or keep confidential
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.
- Approved map amendment 2021-01-Z from I-2 to AG for 2659 County Road 1900 N, Minonk (5-0)
- Extended building permit 17750-19 for Bruce Heman as a dwelling until October 1, 2021 (all ayes)
- Approved minutes from October 27, 2020 and November 24, 2020
- Approved minutes from six wind hearing dates (Nov 16, 2020 - Dec 10, 2020) as amended
- Kept executive session minutes from September 23, 2014 confidential
- Kept executive session minutes from January 28, 2017 confidential
Finance & Economic Development Committee
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.
- Approval of February 2021 claims
- Treasurer's report on county finances
- New business and unfinished business items
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.
- Approved January 12, 2021 meeting minutes
- Approved February 2021 claims
County Board
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.
- Public hearing on grant program
- Purpose of grant discussed
- Businesses benefitted identified
- Public input/comments accepted
County Board
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.
- Approval of Federal 5311 Grant Agreements with We Care (FY2021 and FY2022)
- Resolution to authorize the Sheriff to purchase three water pumps from Ruyle
- Resolution to authorize the Sheriff to purchase five vehicles
- Acceptance of quotes for Spray Patch Oil, Aggregate Stockpile Material, and Aggregate Pit Material
- Procurement of Bulk Rock Salt through the Joint State bidding process
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.
- Approved patrol contract with Village of Washburn, first year not to exceed $100,000
- Approved Resolution 2020/2021-022 authorizing Sheriff to purchase five vehicles, amended to $153,531
- Approved consent agenda items including appointments to fire districts, 911 board, and Board of Health
- Approved claims as amended, adding $2,830.45 for State's Attorney travel
- Approved Resolution 2020/2021-019 for payment of claims (11-0)
- Approved minutes of January 19, 2021 meeting
- Approved Certificate of Giving Notice
- Placed Treasurer's reports and correspondence on file
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee
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.
- Proposed contract with Patrick Engineering Inc. for a decommissioning cost estimate not to exceed $22,500
- Worner Subdivision #2
- White Hart Lane (Deckard) Subdivision
- Selection of Vice Chairman
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.
- Approved monthly claims (motion carried)
- Approved January 11, 2021 minutes (motion carried)
- Elected Ansel Burditt as Vice Chairman (motion carried)
- Approved Worner Subdivision #2, two-lot subdivision in Worth Township, to forward to County Board (motion carried)
- Approved White Hart Lane (Deckard) Subdivision, one-lot subdivision in Panola Township, to forward to County Board (motion carried)
Road & Bridge Committee
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.
- Crack sealant material quote from Logan Contractors Supply, Inc. for $6,500.00
- Spray patch oil quotes, Section 21-00000-19-GM
- Quotes for stockpiling materials, Section 21-00000-20-GM
- Quotes for pit materials, Section 21-00000-25-GM
- Procurement of Bulk Rock Salt for FY 2021/22
Public Safety Committee
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.
- Approval of February claims
- Sheriff vehicle bids
- StarCom 21 Project Update
- Annex 4 Project Update
- EMA Public Assistance FEMA
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.
- Approved January 11, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved February claims (unanimous)
- Approved Roanoke Motors bid for 4 Dodge Durangos and 1 Dodge Charger for $153,531 (unanimous)
- Approved Ruyle bid for three heat pumps at $16,985 (unanimous)
- Moved sheriff's proposal for Washburn contract to County Board (unanimous)
Board of Health
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.
- Purchase of large dispensing tent
- Purchase of laptops, iPads, and pharmaceutical grade freezer
- Discussion of Mass Vaccination Funding Application
- Discussion/action on vaccine administrative fee or FEMA public aid options
- Release or keep confidential executive session minutes (2008-2018)
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.
- Approved $21,606 purchase of large dispensing tent
- Approved $5,587.30 purchase of 5 laptops
- Approved $2,500 purchase of iPads
- Approved $3,156.25 purchase of pharmaceutical-grade freezer
- Supported $150,000 mass vaccination funding grant application
- Approved 14-day quarantine recommendation
- Authorized signature limits: Hillary for $2,500 or less, Bonnie over that, Emily as backup
Board of Health
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.
- Discussion: Mass Vaccination Clinics/Processes
- Proposed: Mass Vaccination Funding
- Proposed: PRN Nurses (temporary positions)
- Proposed: Dr. Susan Cole Medical Director Agreement
- Discussion/Action: Hazard Pay & Overtime
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.
- Approved November 23, 2020 regular session minutes (all in favor)
- Approved financial report (all in favor)
- Approved Dr. Cole as medical director (all in favor)
- Approved Dr. Cole as lab director (all in favor)
- Approved keeping WCHD building closed to public (all in favor)
- Approved supporting mass vaccination application process (all in favor)
- Approved JD PRN Vaccinator position at $20-$23/hour (all in favor)
- Approved 2020 Annual Report to send to County Board (all in favor)
County Board
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.
- Ordinance 2020-21 #002: Good Energy electric aggregation referendum
- Resolution #2020/21-010: $113,000 wheel loader purchase from Martin Equipment
- Appointment of Ansil Burditt to fill unexpired board term of Josh Davis
- Approval of monthly claims (roll call vote)
- Public hearing on Downstate Small Business Grants Closeout
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
County Offices Committee
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.
- Appoint Ansil Burditt to fill Josh Davis's unexpired county board term until December 2022
- Reappoint Susan Cole, MD and Lisa Maynard to the Board of Health for 3-year terms
- Appoint five members to Tri-County Regional Planning Commission until July 1, 2021 or merger
- Discuss Center for Technology and Civic Life Grant
- Amendment to Devenet Contract
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.
- Approved December 8, 2020 regular meeting minutes
- Approved and kept confidential July 14, 2020 executive session minutes (both sessions)
- Kept confidential June 15, 2020 executive session minutes
- Approved appointments A-L, including Board of Health reappointments and Tri-County Regional Planning Commission appointments
- Approved January 2021 claims
- Approved per diems for Emily Barker ($675) and Dave Meinhold ($200) by roll call votes
- Approved motion to have Deb Breyman contact Heart Technologies regarding iPads for board members
- Approved paying for VA monitors out of VA line item, using grant for hazard pay, hiring coop student, and combining Devenet contracts
Finance & Economic Development Committee
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.
- Illinois Assist Mortgage Credit Certificate Program (tabled from December)
- Appointment of Finance Committee Vice-Chairman
- GPEDC extra stipend for grant administration work
- Update on RLF projects
- Approval of claims
Conservation, Planning & Zoning Committee
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.
- Selection of Wind Decommissioning Firm: Patrick Engineering, Burns & McDonnell, Atwell Group, or others
- Discussion of restrictions on large SUPs in the vicinity of Municipalities
- Review of Annual Report
- Approval of monthly claims
- No January Planning and Zoning hearing
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.
- Approved monthly claims (motion carried)
- Approved September 9, 2020 minutes (motion carried)
- Approved July 13, 2020 executive session minutes, kept confidential (motion carried)
- Tabled restrictions on large SUPs for 4 months (motion carried)
- Approved annual meeting schedule, with October meeting moved to Wednesday (no formal vote recorded)
- Agreed to contact Patrick Engineering about wind decommissioning (consensus, no formal vote)
Public Safety Committee
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.
- Sheriff updates: Annex 1-2, Annex 4, StarCom 21 Radio System, Vehicle Replacement, PSB-CH Projects
- Health Department: Mass Vaccination and Contact Tracing updates
- New Business: Discussion on board room lectern, appointment of Vice-Chairman, Cures Grant Salary Use
- Executive Session: ILCS 120/2 (c)(1) Compensation
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.
- Approved December 7, 2020 minutes (motion passed)
- Approved January 2021 claims (motion passed)
- Appointed Donald Tolan as Vice-Chairman (motion passed)
- Decided to leave boardroom lectern as is, reevaluate in a few months
- Discussed health department salary payments, to be investigated further
Road & Bridge Committee
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.
- Wheel loader bid: Martin Equipment, $113,000 (low bid) vs. Birkey's, $136,770
- Claims totaling $58,525.05 across five funds for January 19, 2021 Board meeting
- New shop building discussion
- Fuel bid results and 2021 seal coat discussion
- Spring weight limits and next month's bid openings for materials and crack sealant
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.
- Approved wheel loader bid from Martin Equipment for $113,000 (including $68,000 trade-in)
- Approved claims for January 19, 2021 Board meeting
- Approved minutes of December 8, 2020 meeting