East Central Reporter

Clark County Board met Friday, March 17.

Here are the minutes as provided by Clark County:

Proceedings of the Regular Meeting Clark County March 17, 2017

The regular meeting of the County Board met March 17, 2017 at 8:00 A.M. and was called to Order by Chairman John Hammond. County Clerk Carrie Downey led the pledge of allegiance.

ROLL CALL 8:00 A.M.

Rex Goble District #1 Mike Brandenburg District #2 Jim Bolin District #3 John Hammond District #4 Susan Guinnip District #5 Todd Kuhn District #6 Mike Parsons District #7

Motion by Rex Goble and second by Todd Kuhn to approve the minutes of the February 17 and March 2, 2017 Board Meetings. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Motion by Mike Brandenburg and second by Susan Guinnip to approve the General Claims. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Motion by Mike Parsons and second by Jim Bolin to approve the County Highway Claims. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted. (See attached).

County Highway Engineer, Dallas Richardson, went through his agenda. Dallas reported he has not heard back from the State on the Melrose Bridge project. He presented a resolution for the 2017 MFT Rock Letting.

Motion by Mike Brandenburg and second by Todd Kuhn to accept the Resolution as shown in the County Board packet. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Highway Discussion Continued: The weather has hampered work progress on Cline Orchard road. The old mowing tractor was sold at an auction for $36,700. They will rent a mowing tractor from Alliance Tractor for the summer at a cost of $7000. The 65 bridges were inspected in February. The HSIP Grant for guard rail and culverts on Clarksville road has been received. Dallas will send the joint agreement to the State for approval and then will bring to the County Board for their approval. The Highway Department will be closed on Good Friday along with the Courthouse. The Highway Department is looking to replace their current grader. Caterpillar has a demo that only has 200 hours on it with a tier 3 motor. They will trade a 2001 grader that has 4800 hours on it for a $135,000 difference.

Motion by Mike Parsons and second by Rex Goble to accept all Office Reports for February 2017. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”, except District 2 abstained. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted. (See attached).

New Business: Tammy See, Animal Control warden presented a quote from Morrow Brothers Ford for a new animal control truck. The truck is a 2017 Ford F150 with an extended cab. Dallas will set the old truck out for sale in front of the County Highway building on Route 1.

Motion by Mike Parsons and second by Rex Goble to approve the purchase of a 2017 Ford F150 extended cab truck for a price of $23,685. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Jason Wimbley, Casey Ambulance Coordinator presented a quote for cardiac monitors for the Ambulance Service.

Motion by Jim Bolin and second by Mike Brandenburg to approve the purchase of 8 cardiac monitors at a price of $22,570. Each monitor will have a one year warranty. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Motion by Jim Bolin and second by Mike Parsons to change the following term ending dates of North Fork Conservancy District to the following: R.G. Hetsley for term ending August 21, 2018; Jeff Yoder for term ending August 21, 2019 and Randell Smith for term ending August 21, 2021. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Motion by Todd Kuhn and second by Susan Guinnip to appoint Mike Murphy to the Marshall Fire Protection District. This is a 3 year term effective May 1, 2017 to May 1, 2020. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Discussion was held where to pay the Highway Department for the Extension Building parking lot work.

Motion by Susan Guinnip and second by Mike Parsons to pay from the “General Fund” for the Extension building parking lot. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Public Comments: Warren LeFever had public comments in regards to Clark County Health Department tax. He gave the Board Members a written letter. Warren’s letter is on file with the County Clerk’s Office.

Motion by Jim Bolin and second by Mike Parsons to enter into Executive Session at 8:33 a.m. to discuss personnel. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Closed Meeting Certification – Clark County Board

I certify that I understand Section 2 of the Illinois Open Meetings Act and that to the best of my knowledge and belief no other topic was discussed during the closed meeting or closed portion of the meeting, in violation of the Illinois Open Meetings Act.

/s/ John L. Hammond, Presiding Officer

Motion by Mike Parsons and second by Mike Brandenburg to come out of Executive Session at 9:20 a.m. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Motion by Rex Goble and second by Mike Parsons to approve Preceding bills plus $1000 for a patrol car repair. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Motion by Jim Bolin and second by Todd Kuhn to approve One Day and Mileage claims. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted.

Motion by Susan Guinnip and second by Mike Brandenburg that the meeting be adjourned until April 21, 2017 at 8:00 a.m. The Chairman put the question and upon the roll being taken all members present voted “aye”. Whereupon the Chairman declared the motion adopted. The meeting adjourned at 9:25 a.m.

IN ATTENDANCE: Ami Shaw – Clark County Circuit Clerk; Dallas Richardson – Clark County Engineer; Lisa Richey – Supervisor of Assessments; Nancy Macey – Clark County Treasurer’s Office; Warren LeFever; Gary Strohm – Marshall Advocate; Jason Wimbley – Clark County Ambulance; Jerry Parsley – Clark County Sheriff; Michelle Blankenship – Clark County Probation Officer; Tammy See – Animal Control; John Donham; Larry Norton.