OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
WASHINGTON COUNTY BOARD MEETING
August 8, 2017
The reconvened and adjourned meeting of the County Board of Washington County, Illinois was held at the Washington County Courthouse in Nashville, Illinois on August 8, 2017 for the purpose of transacting county business that might come before the Board.
Present and presiding were Chairman Meyer and Nancy Heseman, County Clerk and Clerk of the Board.
Others present were, Debbie Stricker, Linda Tragresser, Rick Greten, Dan Bronke, Kent Ahlers, Alex Haglund and Trey Meier.
Following the Lord’s Prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Meyer called the meeting of the Washington County Board to order at 4:30 p.m.
Roll call was taken by Clerk Heseman with 13 members present. Those present were, Suedmeyer, Evans, Eigenrauch, Hohlt, Spenner, Shubert, Ibendahl, Bening, Barczewski, Brammeier, Unverfehrt, Shemonic and Meyer. Muenter and Todd were not present.
Chairman Meyer asked if there were any corrections to the minutes from the July 11, 2017 County Board Meeting. With no corrections, a motion was made by Ibendahl and seconded by Shemonic to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried.
Highway Department: Evans brought before the board 2 Resolutions. Evans informed the Board that the Road & Bridge Committee did review these resolutions and approved them to come before the County Board for their approval.
(Resolution 2017-13) (Resolution to repair a failing drainage structure, consisting of twin 72” diameter (culverts, on TR 254, Apple Tree Road, Section 23, Township 1 South, Range 1 West, Irvington Township. (See Exhibit A)
(Resolution 2017-14) (Resolution to repair a failing drainage structure, consisting of a single 36” culvert, on TR225, Elkton Road, Section 12, Township 3 South, Range 4 West, Oakdale Township. (See Exhibit B)
A motion was made by Evans and seconded by Shubert to approve both resolutions as presented. Motion carried.
(Resolution 2017-15) (Resolution for a drainage structure on County Highway 5 that qualifies for replacement under the Surface Transportation Program.) (See Exhibit C) Evans stated the Washington County Road & Bridge Committee has reviewed this project and agreed to bring it to the Board for Consideration. A motion was made by Brammeier and seconded by Shemonic to approve the resolution as presented. Motion carried.
The Claims against the County report was presented to the Board for approval.
TO THE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE BOARD: YOUR COMMITTEE ON August 7, 2017 EXAMINED ALL CLAIMS PRESENTED AND RECOMMENDS PAYMENT TO THE FOLLOWING AND THE CLERK BE DIRECTED TO ISSUE ORDER ON THE COUNTY TREASURER TO THE CLAIMANTS FOR THE AMOUNT ALLOWED. (See Exhibit D) Evans stated the Committee met and found all bills to be in order. A motion was made by Evans and seconded by Brammeier to make restitution to those claims against the county. Roll call vote was taken with 13 ayes and 0 nays. Motion carried.
The State’s Attorney Monthly Report was presented to the Board for approval. (See Exhibit E). A motion was made by Shemonic and seconded by Spenner to accept the report as presented. Motion carried.
The County Clerk & Recorder’s Monthly Report was presented to the Board for approval. (See Exhibit F) A motion was made by Suedmeyer and seconded by Unverfehrt to approve the reports as presented. Motion carried. County Clerk Heseman informed the board that the tax extensions are complete and tax bills are being printed. Petition packets are ready for the 2018 Primary Election, they can be picked up in the County Clerk’s Office. The first day to circulate petitions is September 5th.
The Emergency Ambulance and Rescue Service Monthly Report was presented to the Board for approval. (See Exhibit G) A motion was made by Shubert and seconded by Unverfehrt to accept the report as presented. Motion carried.
The Sheriff’s Monthly Report was presented to the Board for approval. (See Exhibit H) A motion was made by Spenner and seconded by Bening to accept the report as presented. Motion carried.
The Treasurer’s Cash Flow Statement and Budgetary Status Reports for period ending 07/31/17 were presented to the Board. (See Exhibits I & J) A motion was made by Hohlt and seconded by Shemonic to accept the report as presented subject to audit review. Motion carried.
Zoning:
Rick Greten brought before the board a plat of Berger’s Subdivision. (See Exhibit K) The plat of this subdivision was brought before the Planning Commission Committee, it has met all the requirements. This plat was dictated by the owner’s Will. The Planning commission recommends the County Board to approve this plat of Berger’s Subdivision as presented. A motion was made by Spenner and seconded by Shubert to concur with the Planning Commission request for the County Board to approve this Subdivision Plat. Roll call vote was taken with 13 ayes and 0 nays. Motion carried.
Rick Greten Zoning Administrator gave his yearly report July 2016 – July 2017. (See Exhibit L)
Committee Meetings:
Personnel, Policy and Appointments: Shubert stated they are still looking for 1 more appointment for the Washington County Hospital Board.
County Building: Suedmeyer reported that Spyglass Research has found some savings on the phone bills.
Suedmeyer reported on the property purchase at 166 W Walnut Street, Nashville, IL the title work is done and Chairman Meyer will be signing the final paper work. The Building Committee would like Board approval to have a survey done on this property. A motion was made by Brammeier and seconded by Unverfehrt to move forward on getting a survey on this property. Motion carried.
Suedmeyer informed the Board that he gave permission to the Nashville Chamber for the use of the Courthouse lawn for hosting the Fall Festival. The Chamber has agreed to repair any damage that might occur to the courthouse lawn.
The Finance Committee is waiting for Budget Requests they are due August 11.
Item #9 FOIA REQUEST, Chairman Meyer stated Lisa Meier informed him she would not be able to attend this meeting.
Chairman Meyer asked if the public would like to speak if they have any questions or comments. There were no comments or questions from the public.
Evans informed the Board ALL bills must be turned into the County Clerk’s office no later than Friday, September 9th, at noon if they are to be paid following the September Board meeting.
A motion was made by Hohlt and seconded by Bening to pay utility bills, payroll and overtime. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Unverfehrt and seconded by Evans to adjourn until September 12, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. Motion carried. The meeting of the Washington County Board adjourned at 5:05 P.M.
Nancy Heseman
Washington County Clerk