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Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met Aug. 5.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

The meeting of the County Commissioners of Monroe County, Illinois was called to order at 8:15 a.m. by Chairman George E. Green.

The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Chairman George E. Green, Commissioner Vicki Koerber, and Commissioner Doug Garmer were present.

Others present included County Clerk Jonathan McLean, State’s Attorney Ryan Webb, Scott Woodsmall of the Republic-Times, Maintenance Director Joe Lewis, Jim Schmersahl, Scot Luchtefeld, Sydney Horn, and Sheila Wetzler.

Chairman Green asked for public comments. Sydney Horn expressed concerns about not receiving draft minutes before the Board votes to approve them. He would like to see them so he can comment on them before voted to be approved. He also asked for an update on proposed changes to the planning commission rules pertaining to quorum.

Commissioner Koerber made a motion to approve the following County bills and payroll for payment. Seconded by Commissioner Garmer. All voting Aye. None Nay. None Absent. Motion carried.

Commissioner Koerber made a motion to approve Board meeting minutes for the July 15, 2024 regular meeting and July 15, 2024 closed meeting. Second by Commissioner Garmer. All voting Aye. None Nay. None Absent. Motion carried.

There were no Oak Hill Care Center Accounts Payable to be approved.

Democratic Party Chairman Scot Luchtefeld came before the Board to deliver news that Marge Francois will resign from the Board of Review. A signed letter will be delivered to the Board as soon as possible. Mr. Luchtefeld recommended that Board choose Sonja Madlinger as a replacement.

Commissioner Koerber made a motion to approve a resolution to appoint Pamela K. Poetker to the Southwestern Illinois Metropolitan and Regional Planning Commission for a term of one-year to commence on August 5, 2024 and expire on August 4, 2025 or until a successor is appointed and has qualified. Second by Commissioner Garmer. All voting Aye. None Nay. None Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-82

Commissioner Koerber made a motion to approve a resolution to reappoint Glen Lutz to the Monroe County Nursing Home Memorial Endowment Association for a term of four years to commence on August 6, 2024 and expire on August 5, 2028 or until a successor is appointed and has qualified. Second by Commissioner Garmer. All voting Aye. None Nay. None Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-83

Commissioner Koerber made a motion to approve a resolution to appoint Mike Roediger to the 9-1-1 Emergency Telephone System Board for a term to commence on August 5, 2024 and expire on December 1, 2025 or until a successor is appointed and has qualified. Second by Commissioner Garmer. All voting Aye. None Nay. None Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-84

Jim Hill and Clyde Heller presented an update on Discover Downstate, formerly known as IllinoiSouth. This is an organization that promotes tourism in Southern Illinois.

Jim Schmersahl presented the fiscal year 2023 audit for Monroe County. The audit includes the nursing home and circuit clerk audit. The audit is available on the county website for public inspection.

Commissioner Koerber made a motion to approve a permit to conduct a raffle that benefits the Holes Fore Heroes Golf Tournament on August 9, 2024. Second by Commissioner Garmer. All voting Aye. None Nay. None Absent. Motion carried.

Carla Heise came before the Board to discuss a resolution for no treat/non-transport. The resolution temporarily eliminates no treat/non-transport fees from August 1, 2024 until January 31, 2025. Commissioner Koerber made a motion to approve the resolution. Second by Commissioner Garmer. All voting Aye. None Nay. None Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-85

Joe Lewis came before the Board to present an update on the jail addition project. It is two months ahead of schedule and approximately $5,800 under budget.

Commissioner Koerber made a motion to approve going into closed session for the purpose of litigation and personnel. Second by Commissioner Garmer. All voting Aye. None Nay. None Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-86

The closed meeting started at 9:58 a.m.

Commissioner Koerber made a motion to approve coming out of closed session. Second by Commissioner Garmer. All voting Aye. None Nay. None Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-87

The meeting was reopened at 10:56 a.m.

Commissioner Koerber made a motion to adjourn. Second by Commissioner Garmer. All voting Aye. None Nay. None Absent. Motion carried.

The meeting ended at 10:56 a.m.

https://monroecountyil.gov/departments/board-of-commissioners/county-board-minutes/