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Monroe County Board of County Commissioners met Aug. 19.

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 Commissioner Vicki Koerber.

The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Commissioner Vicki Koerber and Commissioner Doug Garmer were present. Chairman George E. Green was absent. As Vice Chairman of the Board, Commissioner Koerber shall act as the Chair of the meeting.

Others present included County Clerk Jonathan McLean, State’s Attorney Ryan Webb, Scott Woodsmall of the Republic-Times, Maintenance Director Joe Lewis, Jim Crowe, Scot Luchtefeld, Sydney Horn, Pat Kelly, Alex Felix, Caroline Muench, Dixie Lauterjung, and Sheila Wetzler.

Commissioner Vicki Koerber asked for public comments. Alex Felix spoke in favor of the county nursing home and shared reasons why he feels that the nursing home should continue to be owned and operated by the county. Caroline Muench also spoke in favor of the nursing home and shared reasons why she feels the nursing home is a benefit to the county and should continue to be owned and operated by the county. Scot Luchtefeld spoke regarding the resignation of Marge Francois from the Board of Review and expressed concerns regarding the Board of Review conducting business prior to a new Democratic member being appointed to serve. Pat Kelly commented that the voters should decide if the county should sell the county nursing home.

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

Commissioner Garmer made a motion to approve the accounts payable for the nursing home. Seconded by Commissioner Koerber. All voting Aye. None Nay. None Absent. Motion carried.

Commissioner Garmer made a motion to approve a resolution to reappoint Brian Edler to the Harrisonville Drainage and Levee District for a term of three years to commence on September 2, 2024 and expire on September 1, 2027 or until a successor is appointed and has qualified. Second by Commissioner Koerber. All voting Aye. None Nay. None Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-88

Commissioner Garmer made a motion to approve a resolution to reappoint Paul Minton to the Stringtown Drainage and Levee District #4 for a term of three years to commence on September 2, 2024 and expire on September 1, 2027 or until a successor is appointed and has qualified. Second by Commissioner Koerber. All voting Aye. None Nay. Green Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-89

Commissioner Garmer made a motion to approve a resolution to reappoint James Seboldt to the Fort Chartres Drainage and Levee District #5 for a term of three years to commence on September 2, 2024 and expire on September 1, 2027 or until a successor is appointed and has qualified. Second by Commissioner Koerber. All voting Aye. None Nay. Green Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-90

Commissioner Garmer made a motion to approve a resolution to reappoint Steve Mueller to the Fountain Water District for a term of five years to commence on September 2, 2024 and expire on September 1, 2029 or until a successor is appointed and has qualified. Second by Commissioner Koerber. All voting Aye. None Nay. Green Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-91

Commissioner Garmer made a motion to accept the resignation of Marge Francois from the Monroe County Board of Review. Second by Commissioner Koerber. All voting Aye. None Nay. Green Absent. Motion carried.

Shari Kruep and Alicia Emmerich presented the monthly nursing home report. Commissioner Garmer made a motion to approve the August 2024 refund requests in the amount of $6,977.59. Second by Commissioner Koerber. All voting Aye. None Nay. Green Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-92

Rebecca Kenison, Executive Director of the Southwestern Illinois Metropolitan and Regional Planning Commission (SIMAPC), gave an update on the organization. She reviewed planning services the organization can offer to Monroe County.

Probation Officer Courtney Schweickhardt told the Board that the annual plan for probation is still being prepared and she will have a final plan for approval at the next Board meeting.

Circuit Clerk Lisa Fallon reviewed the annual audit of her office. Commissioner Garner made a motion to approve the audit from Schmersahl and Treloar. Second by Commissioner Koerber. All voting Aye. None Nay. Green Absent. Motion carried.

County Engineer Aaron Metzger came before the Board to award the construction contract for the Village of Hecker North Park Street Drainage Improvements to Huebner Concrete Contracting in the amount of $64,095.15. This was the lowest bid received for the project. Commissioner Garmer made a motion to approve the resolution awarding the project to Huebner Concrete Contracting. Second by Commissioner Koerber. All voting Aye. None Nay. Green Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-93

Commissioner Garmer made a motion to approve going into closed session for the purpose of litigation and personnel. Second by Commissioner Koerber. All voting Aye. None Nay. Green Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-94

The closed meeting started at 9:17 a.m.

Commissioner Garmer made a motion to approve coming out of closed session. Second by Commissioner Koerber. All voting Aye. None Nay. Green Absent. Motion carried. Resolution #24-95

The meeting was reopened at 10:26 a.m.

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

The meeting ended at 10:26 a.m.

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