Peoria Standard

Marshall County Board met May 10.

Here is the minutes provided by the Board:

The Marshall County Board met in the Marshall County Board Room for the May Board meeting on May 10, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. Chairman Kroeschen, called the meeting to order. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, roll call shows: Bakewell, Gauwitz, McLaughlin, Johnson, McGrath, Minnick, Stash, Waldschmidt Lindstrom and Kroeschen. Daykin was absent.

It was moved by Bakewell and seconded by Stash to approve the minutes for 4/12/18 as presented. Vote shows: all ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent, motion carried.

County Treasurer Cynthia Nighsonger gave each member a balance sheet. Only account that was in question was the Highway account. The County is spending what we are bringing in. Tax bills were mailed out May 8th and are due June 8th and September 7th. Cynthia stated that everything looks to be in good shape at this point.

County Engineer Pat Sloan reported on a ZBA hearing that was held on April 19th for ZBA 18-207 from Solar LLC, a MW Community Solar project south of the City of Lacon. John Carson was present to answer any questions. Carson also stated that there are three requirements lease, zoning, and two mega watts for Ameren. This is on 18 acres by the Lacon Cemetery. Dave Lenz Jr. was present from the Lacon Cemetery and he stated that this will give the Cemetery an extra 30 years of funds into the Cemetery account because as of right now they only have about 10 years as there is not as many burials at the Cemetery.

#18-41 It was moved by Bakewell and seconded by Gauwitz to approve the Resolution for a Special Use Permit for ZBA #18-207. Vote shows: all ayes, 0 nays, and 1 absent.

Sloan reported that the ZBA will be having another hearing May 17th at 7:00pm at the Courthouse for a public hearing on ZBA 18-208 from FFP IL Community Solar, LLC, for a MW Community Solar project on the Ruestman property North on Route 17.

Sloan reported on Highway that they are working on normal operations. Sloan reported that he keeps track of the funds and they are always transferring money around due to MFT money. Sloan stated that he has three construction projects going on this summer. Sloan also stated that he was able to hire an AG Engineer student for summer help. On May 21st LaRose South Road will be closed due to the bridge project and is hoping the new bridge will be completed by Labor Day. He also stated that the Sparland railroad tracks will be closed May 14th through May 18th.

Sloan reported on Recycling that the Collection Day that was held on April 20th at the Public Works Building in Toluca had over 165 vehicles come through. They are hoping to get everything shipped out next week.

#18-42 It was moved by Lindstrom and seconded by McLaughlin to approve the Union Contracts for Circuit Clerk, Highway and Unit B of the Sheriff Department. It’s a 3 year contract with 2% increase. Vote shows: all ayes, 0 nays, and 1 absent.

#18-43 It was moved by Lindstrom and seconded by Minnick to approve the Non Union Non Department Head Wage Increase. It is a 2% increase for 3 years.

Vote shows: all ayes, 0 nays, and 1 absent.

Bruce DeLashmit was present and went over the proposal with the County Board and was there to answer questions.

#18-44 It was moved by Bakewell and seconded by Gauwitz to approve Bellwether Proposal to do a fees ability for the County Clerk’s Office and Sheriff Department in the amount of $12,500. Roll call vote shows: all ayes, 0 nays, and 1 absent.

The Airport proposal with Bellwether was tabled until next month meeting.

#18-45 It was moved by Lindstrom and seconded by Waldschmidt to approve the re-appointment of Ed Glaser-Trustee-Lacon-Sparland Fire Protection District. Vote shows: all ayes, 0 nays, and 1 absent.

#18-46 It was moved by Lindstrom and seconded by Waldschmidt to approve the re-appointment of Jeanett Lord-Treasurer-Varna Fire Protection District. Vote shows: all ayes, 0 nays, and 1 absent.

#18-47 It was moved by Lindstrom and seconded by Gauwitz to approve the Trustee Amendment Resolution. Vote shows: all ayes, 0 nays, and 1 absent.

#18-48 It was moved by McLaughlin and seconded by Lindstrom to approve the Resolution Calling for the General Assembly to Oppose Increasing the age of “Delinquent Minors”. Vote shows: all ayes, 0 nays, and 1 absent.

Julie Briner the Transportation Manager was present. The grant is for $36,000 and they currently have seven mini vans and 1 full size. They do have one van that is inoperable.

#18-49 It was moved by Lindstrom and seconded by Waldschmidt to approve Resolution Authorization Application for a Public Transportation Capital Assistance Grant under the Illinois Department of transportation’s general authority to make such Grants. Vote shows: all ayes, 0 nays, and 1 absent.

The Mental Health Board Compensation was tabled. They currently budget $44,000 per year. They are hoping to meet each quarter.

Break was held 9:40 a.m.-9:55 a.m.

It was moved by Stash and seconded by Minnick for Payment of the Bills.

Committee Reports:

Animal Control: Waldschmidt reported that there are currently 2 dogs in the pound.

Building & Grounds: Johnson reported we had a flood in the Assessor Office and Jill Piper and I have been working with the insurance adjuster Benjamin Rock. The County has a $1,000 deductable. The leak came from the Jury room upstairs as the unit had a sensor on it but the phone number was hooked up for them to call the Circuit Clerk’s office instead of the Sheriff Department. Jill Piper had Andy Karpet Cleaning come and clean the vault tile floor and Andy is the one that found the leak as it was coming in the hallway from the Assessor Office. A computer, dymo label maker, two phones, walls, papers, cabinet, carpet and tile floor were all affected by the damage. Jill Piper has submitted the bills that have been paid to the insurance company. It was recommended that we have someone to come out and make sure that we do not have any mold issue. Johnson also reported that by June of 2019 we have to have a lactation room in the building that includes (sink with cold water, chair, table and an outlet).

EMA: McLaughlin reported that Rich sent in an emergency plan to the state at the end of April and they have 30 days to accept it or send it back to make changes to it. A grant of $7100 was received. The generator was serviced. They are having an annual drill on August 11th at the Airport. He has taken many hours of training. Jim Lykins will be retiring from the EMA Board due to health reasons.

Finance/Budget: Nothing to report.

County Highway & Recycling: Lindstrom reported that Pat has three construction projects going on.

Human Resources & IT: Lindstrom stated that they will be sitting down with the deputies for negotiations.

Judicial Offices: Nothing to report.

Lower Level Offices: Nothing to report

Public Transportation: Waldschmidt reported that they are currently receiving all their funding.

County Sheriff & Coroner: Gauwitz reported that the Impala was sold to Chicago Motors for $4,700 which was better than only getting $2,000 for a trade in. The new Dodge Ram has been equipped and is in use. Jason Spradling has been hired to replace Corby Miller who retired. He is fully trained and certified. He currently does not live in the County but is planning on moving to Marshall County.

Economic Development Vice Chairman McGlasson reported that they had a meeting last Monday and discussed goal setting and reaching out to local chambers and gathering contact information.

Enterprise Zone: Bakewell reported that the next meeting will be May 15th and they are working on two new projects.

ETSB 911: Mike Mayer reported that the next meeting will be May 16th at 6:00 p.m. and Cindy Burelee will be present.

Health Dept: Lindstrom reported everything is going well.

Human Services Transportation Comm.: Nothing to report.

Marshall-Putnam Extension: Nothing to report.

Regional Office of Education: Bakewell reported they are going to have an end of the year wrap up on June 7th.

Tri-County Opportunities: Johnson reported that they awarded two scholarships to Marshall County students. They approved an employee Dental/Health plan. They have three grant applications for low energy.

Upper IL River Valley Development Authority: Bakewell reported on two enterprise zone projects.

Zoning & Land Use: Stash reported the next meeting is May 17th.

At 10:21 a.m. it was moved by Bakewell and seconded by McLaughlin to Adjourn the meeting. Vote shows: all ayes, 0 nays, and 1 absent.

6/14/18 It was moved by Bakewell and seconded by Lindstrom to approve the minutes 5/10/18 as presented. Vote shows: all ayes, 0 nays, 2 absent. Motion carried.

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