Galesburg Reporter

McDonough County Board met Aug. 17.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

The monthly meeting of the McDonough County Board was held at the McDonough County Courthouse, in Courtroom 201 at 7:00 p.m. Roll call resulted in 19 present, and 2 absent. Members Cindi Helling and Mike Cox were absent. Sheriff Nick Petitgout made the opening declaration. Chair Schwerer led the Pledge of Allegiance.

EXHIBIT 1

Board Member Cortelyou moved with a second by Board Member McGrew to approve the minutes of July 20, 2022. Motion carried with a voice vote.

EXHIBIT 2

The report from Public Defender, Stephanie Hilton for the month of July, 2022 was received and filed.

EXHIBIT 3

The report of Sales Tax collected in May, 2022 was received and filed. County Sales Tax, Public Safety Tax, Cannabis Tax, and Transportation Tax.

EXHIBIT 4

The report of Balances and Investments from County Treasurer Graves for the month of July, 2022 was received and filed.

EXHIBIT 5

The report of Circuit Clerk Wilson for the month of July, 2022 was received and filed.

EXHIBIT 6

The report from County Clerk DeJaynes on Warrants Issued in Vacation for the month of July, 2022 was received and filed.

EXHIBIT 7

The Transfer of Appropriations of Monies was referred to the Finance Committee. Finance Chair Hiel reported the finance committee did not transfer any funds as Exhibit 7A

EXHIBIT 8

Board Member Aurelio moved with a second by Board Member Clark to approve the report of the Finance Committee as read. Motion carried with a roll call vote of 19 yeas, 0 nays, 0 pass, and 2 absent as Exhibit 8A.

EXHIBIT 9

Board Member Nissen moved with a second by Board Member Marcott to dispense with the reading of the claims report and to approve it as approved by the Claims Committee. Motion carried with a roll call vote of 19 yeas, 0 nays, 0 pass, and 2 absent as Exhibit 9A.

EXHIBIT 10

Accept resignation of Circuit Clerk Kim Wilson effective August 31, 2022 as Exhibit 10A.

EXHIBIT 11

Board Member McGrew moved with a second by Board Member Litchfield to Appoint Ian Fischer to Circuit Clerk effective September 1, 2022. Motion carried with a voice vote as Exhibit 11A.

EXHIBIT 12

A discussion was held regarding the West Prairie School District Intergovernmental Agreement.

Board Member Erlandson made a motion to amend the Agreement, under Section 10 strike out “for each day the service is provided” moved with a second by Board Member Aurelio. Motion carried with a roll call vote of 19 yeas, 0 nays, 0 pass, and 2 absent as Exhibit 12A.

Board Member Cortelyou moved with a second by Board Member Marcott to approve the West Prairie School District Intergovernmental Agreement.

EXHIBIT 13

Board Member Durkin moved with a second by Board Member Melvin to approve the Everbridge Quote. Motion carried with a roll call vote of 19 yeas, 0 nays, 0 pass, and 2 absent as Exhibit 13A.

EXHIBIT 14

Board Member McGrew moved with a second by Board Member Foster to approve Resolution to Award 2022 Highway Striping Contract. Motion carried with a roll call vote of 19 yeas, 0 nays, 0 pass, and 2 absent as Exhibit 14A.

EXHIBIT 15

Board Member Calvert moved with a second by Board Member Chapman to approve Resolution Request for County Aid to Bridge Funds Project 2145-16 Hire Township Road District. Motion carried with a roll call vote of 19 yeas, 0 nays, 0 pass, and 2 absent as Exhibit 15A.

EXHIBIT 16

Board Member Chapman moved with a second by Board Member Aurelio to approve Resolution Request for County Aid to Bridge Funds Project 2248-20 Mound Township Road District. Motion carried with a roll call vote of 19 yeas, 0 nays, 0 pass, and 2 absent as Exhibit 16A.

EXHIBIT 17

Board Member Dixon moved with a second by Board Member Marcott to approve Resolution Request for County Aid to Bridge Funds Project 2230-102 McDonough County. Motion carried with a roll call vote of 19 yeas, 0 nays, 0 pass, and 2 absent as Exhibit 17A.

EXHIBIT 18

Board Member Aurelio moved with a second by Board Member Kipling to approve Resolution Request for County Aid to Bridge Funds Project 2230-103 McDonough County. Motion carried with a roll call vote of 19 yeas, 0 nays, 0 pass, and 2 absent as Exhibit 18A.

EXHIBIT 19

Board Member McLean moved with a second by Board Member Litchfield to approve Resolution for Tax Deed 11-200-723-00. Motion carried with a roll call vote of 19 yeas, 0 nays, 0 pass, and 2 absent as Exhibit 19A.

EXHIBIT 20

County Chair Schwerer informed the Board that the architectural firm walked through the Courthouse earlier this week.

EXHIBIT 21

None.

EXHIBIT 22

Several members of the community were present to voice their concerns about the CO2 pipeline. Steve Hess is with Citizens Against Hartland Greenway CO2. He spoke about eminent domain, and the dangers of the pipeline, he would like to see the County Board take steps to prevent the pipeline. Clarke Kelso spoke about the impact of the pipeline on tile systems for farm ground. He has concerns about the pressure of the pipeline at 2,000 pounds. Steve Woods also voiced his concerns.

Bill Jacobs would like to thank the Highway Department for the work they have done in the southern part of the County.

Chair Schwerer entertained a motion that Days and Miles are checked, roll be called, and the Board adjourn until Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. Board Member Cortelyou moved with a second by Board Member Aurelio to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried with a roll call vote of 19 yeas, 0 nays, 0 pass, and 2 absent. With no further business to discuss the meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Sheriff Petitgout gave the closing declaration.

http://mcg.mcdonough.il.us/documents/2022%20Minutes/2022-08-17%20Board.pdf