Jackson County, Illinois

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Board of Review

The Jackson County Board of Review will first approve the minutes from its previous meeting. It will then consider signing a certificate of error. The board will discuss property tax appeal docket 25-04237 and the 2023 and 2024 PTAB cases that are set for hearings in September 2026. A public comment period will follow before the meeting recesses.

• Approve minutes from the prior meeting
• Consider signing a certificate of error
• Discuss property tax appeal docket 25-04237
• Discuss 2023 and 2024 PTAB cases scheduled for September 2026 hearings
• Public comment period

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Human Resources Subcommittee will meet to discuss the proposed Artificial Intelligence Use Policy under old business. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the May 6, 2026 meeting and may enter executive session.

• 2026-571: Artificial Intelligence Use Policy discussion
• 2026-570: Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes

County Board

The County Board will vote on a resolution opposing the privatization of public water utilities. The meeting includes several high-dollar claim approvals and a presentation regarding a data center zoning request.

• Resolution 2026-46 opposing the privatization of public water utilities
• Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims for $571,180.16
• Payment of County Monthly Claims for $533,211.92
• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim for $375,487.00
• Ordinance 2026-03 to approve an altered speed zone in Murphysboro Township

Real Property Committee

The Jackson County Real Property Committee will decide on several land-use and highway items, including a land split approval, a speed zone ordinance, and monthly claims. They will also receive updates from planning commissions and discuss county bike routes and building matters. The meeting includes old and new business, followed by an executive session.

• Approval of land split Betts to Hicks parcel #10-36-100-014
• Approval of an ordinance for an altered speed zone in Murphysboro Township
• Approval of payment of County Highway monthly claims
• Discussion of Jackson County Bike Routes
• Update from Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to review property tax appeals. The agenda includes a discussion on a specific PTAB case and the signing of Certificates of Error.

• Discussion of PTAB case DKT # 2025-04237 due July 29, 2026
• Signing of Certificates of Error (COEs)

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will approve the minutes from the June 9, 2026 meeting and several routine reports, including ambulance claims, animal control updates, and health and solid waste updates. New business includes approval of the Jackson County Affirmative Action Plan and a resolution opposing the privatization of public water utilities. The meeting concludes with an executive session before adjournment.

• 2026-569 – Approval of June 09, 2026 Legislative & Public Safety Meeting Minutes
• 2026-561 – Approval of Ambulance Monthly Claims
• 2026-563 – Animal Control Monthly Update
• 2026-545 – Approval of the Jackson County Affirmative Action Plan
• 2026-546 – Approval of Resolution Declaring Opposition to Privatization of Public Water Utilities

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance Administration Committee will consider approving several payments including $375,487 for HOPE Trust medical administration, $18,222.77 for dental/vision claims, $148,608.06 in on-demand claims, and $3,778.29 in board member travel expenses. They will also receive an update on workers' compensation, review monthly treasurer reports, and discuss old business items including BS&A software cloud migration and allocation of surplus funds.

• Approval of $375,487.00 HOPE Trust Medical Administration payment
• Approval of $18,222.77 HOPE Trust Dental Vision Claims payment
• Approval of $148,608.06 On-Demand Claims
• Approval of $3,778.29 Board Member Travel Expenses
• Discussion of BS&A Software cloud migration and allocation of surplus funds

The committee approved several insurance-related payments and the use of surplus funds for courthouse entrance ADA compliance. Plans for various facility improvements will be discussed at the August meeting. A travel expense item was moved to the Full Board due to a noted error.

• Approved June 8, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved HOPE Trust Dental Vision Claims of $18,222.77 (unanimous)
• Approved HOPE Trust Medical Administration payment of $375,487.00 (unanimous)
• Deferred Board Member Travel Expenses to Full Board due to error
• Approved On-Demand Claims of $148,608.06 (unanimous)
• Approved use of surplus funds for ADA Compliance of Courthouse Entrances (unanimous)

Executive Committee

The Jackson County Executive Committee will consider appointments to fill 30 open positions on various boards and districts, including the 708 Mental Health Board, water districts, fire protection districts, and others. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes from the June 4 meeting and a chairman's report. No specific proposals or discussions are listed under new or old business.

• Approval of June 4, 2026, Executive Committee meeting minutes
• Open appointments (30) including 708 Mental Health Board (3 seats), Devils Kitchen Water District, Elverado Fire Protection District, and Jackson County Housing Authority (1 resident member)
• Appointments marked with * have an application this month: 708 Mental Health Board and Jackson County Housing Authority
• Committee will enter executive session

The committee approved the June 4, 2026, meeting minutes. Members also voted to reappoint Richard V Turner to the 708 Mental Health Board and approve Dorothy Patton for the Jackson County Housing Authority.

• Approved June 4, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reappointed Richard V Turner to 708 Mental Health Board (unanimous)
• Approved Dorothy Patton for Jackson County Housing Authority (unanimous)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Human Resources Subcommittee will consider an Artificial Intelligence Use Policy under old business. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and reports from the chair. An executive session is scheduled.

• 2026-543: Artificial Intelligence Use Policy under old business
• 2026-544: Approval of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes

Board of Review

The Board of Review will discuss a pending Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) case (DKT # 2025-04237) with a deadline of July 29, 2026. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, a certificate of error, hearings, and public comment. This is a routine appeals review session focused on one substantive item.

• Discuss PTAB case DKT # 2025-04237 due July 29, 2026

Board of Review

The Jackson County Board of Review will hold a brief procedural meeting. The only substantive item is consideration of a certificate of error (case 2026-535). The agenda otherwise includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Consideration of Certificate of Error 2026-535 to sign a certificate of errors

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

County Board

The Jackson County Board will consider several payment approvals for medical and insurance claims. The board is also reviewing a land split and an ADA Transition Plan proposal.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claims for $359,364.00
• Opioid funding for the Health Department in the amount of $110,000
• ADA Transition Plan proposal not to exceed $20,000
• Ordinance 2026-02 amending the Jackson County Raffles and Poker Runs Ordinance
• Dean to Davis Land Split Parcel # 14-14-300-016

The Jackson County Board approved several financial items, including a $393,926.91 payment for county monthly claims and a $267,742.21 Highway Department claim. It also approved the Priority Power electric rates contract and an amendment to the county raffles and poker runs ordinance. The board adopted the ADA Transition Plan with a $20,000 budget, appointed Greg Legan to the Kinkaid Reeds Creek Conservancy District Board, and approved board members' travel expenses.

• Approved $393,926.91 County monthly claims payment (YES 11, ABSTAIN 1, ABSENT 2)
• Approved $267,742.21 Highway Department monthly claims (unanimous consent)
• Approved Priority Power Electric Rates Contract (YES 10, NO 2, ABSENT 2)
• Approved amendment to Jackson County Raffles and Poker Runs Ordinance (YES 8, NO 4, ABSENT 2)
• Approved ADA Transition Plan up to $20,000 (YES 9, NO 2, ABSTAIN 1)
• Appointed Greg Legan to Kinkaid Reeds Creek Conservancy District Board (unanimous consent)
• Approved board members' travel expenses $2,117.68 (YES 11, NO 1, ABSENT 2)
• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous consent)

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board will convene to approve minutes and receive agency reports. The agenda includes a request for a 2027 levy and updates from the Mental Health Crisis Committee.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• 2026-514 Mental Health Crisis Committee updates
• 2026-515 FY27 Levy Request
• Agency Adoption Reports
• Executive Session

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to review funding applications for the 2027 fiscal year. The board will evaluate requests from 15 different organizations.

• Review of FY27 funding application for Archway, Inc.
• Review of FY27 funding application for Centerstone
• Review of FY27 funding application for Carbondale Warming Center
• Review of FY27 funding application for Southern Illinois Coalition for the Homeless
• Review of FY27 funding application for Voyage Senior Living of Murphysboro

Real Property Committee

The Jackson County Real Property Committee will meet to discuss approvals including the acceptance of an ADA Transition Plan proposal, two land split requests, and updates on DRA Critical Infrastructure and Water Cross Connect projects. The committee will also consider declarations of surplus property and reports from the Highway Department and various economic development groups.

• Acceptance of Jackson County ADA Transition Plan Proposal
• Approval of Land Split Dean to Davis Parcel #14-14-300-016
• Approval of Land Split Betts to Hicks Parcel #10-36-100-014
• DRA Critical Infrastructure Projects update
• Declaration of Transport Van as Surplus Property

The committee approved the April 15, 2026 meeting minutes and a specific land split for Parcel #14-14-300-016. Members also accepted the Jackson County ADA Transition Plan proposal with Battrell serving as county liaison. A proposed land split for Parcel #10-36-100-014 was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved April 15, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved Dean to Davis land split (Parcel #14-14-300-016)
• Accepted ADA Transition Plan proposal with Battrell as county liaison
• Deferred Betts to Hicks land split (Parcel #10-36-100-014) to a future meeting
• Deferred transport van surplus declaration to a future time

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will discuss routine items including approval of May meeting minutes and ambulance monthly claims of $58,685.42. They will receive updates on the animal control facility, solid waste fund, and recycling program. A key legislative item is an ordinance amending the county's raffles and poker runs rules. The committee will also consider approving opioid funding for the Health Department and review county by-laws.

• Approval of payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims ($58,685.42)
• Animal Control Facility Update
• Consideration of ordinance amending Jackson County Raffles and Poker Runs Ordinance
• Approval of Opioid Funding for the Health Department
• Review of Jackson County By-Laws

The committee approved monthly ambulance claims and opioid settlement funding for the Health Department. An amended ordinance regarding raffles and poker runs was also passed following a discussion on statutory language and fees.

• Approved May 12, 2026, meeting minutes
• Approved $58,685.42 in ambulance monthly claims
• Approved opioid settlement funding for the Health Department
• Approved amended Jackson County Raffles and Poker Runs Ordinance (4-2)
• Entered into Executive Session

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance Administration Committee will consider approval of several claims and financial reports. Items include HOPE Trust dental, vision, and medical administration claims totaling over $371,000, as well as on-demand claims and cash summaries. The committee also plans to discuss allocation of surplus funds.

• Approval of May 11 meeting minutes
• Payment of HOPE Trust dental & vision claims ($11,618.32)
• Payment of HOPE Trust medical administration claim ($359,364.00)
• Approval of on-demand claims ($60,292.42)
• Discussion of allocation of surplus funds

The committee approved several insurance and claim payments totaling over $431,000. A proposal regarding cloud migration for BS&A software was deferred for further review and contract scrutiny.

• Approved May 11, 2026, meeting minutes
• Approved HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims of $11,618.32
• Approved HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim of $359,364.00 (unanimous)
• Approved On-Demand Claims of $60,292.42 (unanimous)
• Tabled BS&A software cloud migration proposal for July meeting review

Board of Review

The Board of Review met to elect a new Chairperson and review an appeal. The Board determined that submitted evidence was insufficient to justify a value adjustment for the parcel appealed by Jonathan Grubb.

• Appointed Allan Karnes as Chair for 2026
• Denied value adjustment for Jonathan Grubb's parcel due to insufficient evidence

Executive Committee

The Jackson County Executive Committee will vote on approving minutes and two substantive items: a notice to create the Elverado Fire Protection District and an appointment to the Kinkaid Reeds Creek Conservancy District. The meeting also includes reports, communications, and an executive session.

• 2026-475: Notice of creation of Elverado Fire Protection District
• 2026-476: Approval of Kinkaid Reeds Creek Conservancy District Appointment
• 2026-474: Approval of May 7, 2026 meeting minutes

The Executive Committee approved the meeting minutes from May 7, 2026. The committee also approved an appointment for the Kinkaid Reeds Creek Conservancy District.

• Approved May 7, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Kinkaid Reeds Creek Conservancy District Appointment (unanimous roll call vote)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Jackson County HR Subcommittee will consider approval of the county's Affirmative Action Plan and an authorization for the IT Director to send an AI-related letter to all county IT users. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and standard procedural items.

• Approval of Affirmative Action Plan (Item 2026-472)
• Authorization for IT Director to send AI letter to all county IT users (Item 2026-473)
• Approval of May 6, 2026 HR Subcommittee meeting minutes (Item 2026-471)

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

Human Resources Subcommittee

Liquor Advisory Committee

The Jackson County Liquor Advisory Committee will consider an ordinance establishing a licensing system for organizations to operate raffles and poker runs. The committee also will review a Queen of Hearts application and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of Ordinance Establishing a System for the Licensing of Organizations to Operate a Raffle and Poker Runs in the County of Jackson, Illinois
• Approval of Queen of Hearts Application
• Approval of March 19, 2026, Meeting Minutes

County Board

The Jackson County Board will vote on several financial approvals, including payments to the HOPE Trust for dental, vision, medical administration, and on‑demand claims. It will also consider a contract for Priority Power electric rates and authorize a zoning assessment for data centers up to $20,000. Additional items include a resolution on a sale‑in‑error fee and an amendment to the county raffles ordinance.

• Approve $11,618.32 payment for HOPE Trust dental & vision claims (2026‑457)
• Approve $359,364.00 payment for HOPE Trust medical administration claims (2026‑458)
• Approve $15,373.16 payment for on‑demand claims (2026‑459)
• Approve Priority Power (formerly AGE) electric rates contract (2026‑465)
• Authorize up to $20,000 for Heyl Royster zoning assessment and data‑center regulation proposal (2026‑461)

The County Board approved an 18-month electric rates contract with Direct Energy and several board appointments. The Board also postponed Ordinance 2026-02 regarding raffles and poker runs and authorized a comprehensive assessment for data center regulation.

• Approved Resolution 2026-42 in appreciation of Judge Christy W. Solverson (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda with two removals (unanimous)
• Approved payment of County Monthly claims for $585,641.60 (13-0)
• Postponed Ordinance 2026-02 regarding raffles and poker runs (11-1)
• Appointed Linda Flowers and Margo Willis to the 708 Mental Board of Health (13-1)
• Appointed Paul Bennett, Derek Fisher, and Allison Campos to the Board of Health (unanimous)
• Appointed Jessica Doerr-Berger to the Board of Review (unanimous)
• Appointed H. Leon Bagley to the Lakeside Water District Board (unanimous)

Real Property Committee

The Jackson County Real Property Committee will consider accepting the county's ADA Transition Plan proposal, which outlines accessibility improvements. They will also discuss updates on bike routes, highway department activities, and a board project list. Additionally, the committee plans to declare a transport van as surplus property.

• Approval of April 15 meeting minutes (2026-436)
• Update from Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission (2026-437)
• Update on Jackson County Bike Routes (2026-441)
• Acceptance of Jackson County ADA Transition Plan proposal (2026-445)
• Declaration of transport van as surplus property (2026-447)

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will approve the April 14, 2026 meeting minutes and consider a directors report. It will vote on paying ambulance monthly claims totaling $41,161.61. The committee will receive updates on the animal control facility, health department, solid waste enforcement, recycling program, and discuss a new ordinance amending county raffles and poker runs. Additional items include a review of county by‑laws and a discussion of a data center project.

• 2026-427 – Approval of April 14, 2026 meeting minutes
• 2026-429 – Approval of ambulance monthly claims payment of $41,161.61
• 2026-430 – Animal Control Facility update
• 2026-454 – Ordinance amending Jackson County raffles and poker runs
• 2026-449 – Data Center discussion

The committee approved the April 14, 2026 Legislative & Public Safety meeting minutes. It approved payment of the ambulance department’s monthly claims totaling $41,161.61 with a unanimous roll‑call vote. It also approved an ordinance amending the Jackson County Raffles and Poker Runs ordinance, again with a unanimous roll‑call vote. A discussion on a data‑center issue was noted, but no decision was made.

• Approved April 14, 2026 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved ambulance payment of $41,161.61 (all yes roll‑call)
• Approved amendment to Raffles and Poker Runs ordinance (all yes roll‑call)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will consider several items including approval of claims, resolutions, and reports. Key actions include a resolution to set annual salaries for certain county officeholders and a resolution to establish a sale-in-error fee. The committee will also review financial summaries and allocate surplus funds.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims: $11,618.32
• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Admin Claims: $359,364.00
• Approval of On-Demand Claims: $15,373.16
• Resolution fixing annual salary of certain county officeholders
• Resolution establishing a sale-in-error fee under 35 ILCS 200/21-330

The committee approved a resolution to raise the annual salary of specific county officeholders by $5,000 for the first year, with cost‑of‑living adjustments thereafter. The motion passed with all five members voting yes. The committee also approved a sale‑in‑error fee resolution and several payment authorizations.

• Approved $5,000 salary increase resolution for county officeholders (Presley, Erbes, Bost, Battrell, Rendleman)
• Approved Sale in Error Fee resolution pursuant to 35 ILCS 200/21‑330 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision claims $11,618.32 (Presley, Erbes, Bost, Battrell, Rendleman)
• Approved payment of HOPE Trust Medical Admin claims $359,364.00 (Presley, Erbes, Bost, Battrell, Rendleman)
• Approved On‑Demand claims payment $15,373.16 (Presley, Erbes, Bost, Battrell, Rendleman)
• Approved April 13, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider a resolution to terminate the agreement with WK&T for broadband service in Jackson County. The committee will also receive a quarterly report from ROE #30 and review multiple open appointments to various boards and districts.

• Resolution 2026-XX to terminate broadband agreement with WK&T
• ROE #30 Report and Activities FY26 Q3
• 23 open appointments across 13 boards/districts including Board of Health, water districts, and transit
• Alstat Nominations under Old Business
• Approval of April 2, 2026 meeting minutes

The committee approved the April 2, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. They confirmed nine appointments to county boards and districts, each passing unanimously. The committee approved Frank Byrd for the Alstat Award. The resolution to terminate the broadband service agreement with WK&T was tabled to give the State's Attorney time to draft a letter.

• Approved April 2, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved nine board and district appointments (unanimous)
• Approved Frank Byrd for the Alstat Award (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 2026-XX to terminate WK&T broadband agreement (consensus to table)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Jackson County Human Resources Subcommittee will consider approval of the Affirmative Action Plan (item 2026-405) and an Artificial Intelligence Use Policy (item 2026-406). They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and may enter executive session. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of April 23, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approval of Affirmative Action Plan (2026-405)
• Artificial Intelligence Use Policy (2026-406)
• Possible executive session

The subcommittee approved the April 23, 2026 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It also approved an updated affirmative action plan, correcting elected official numbers, updating demographics, and revising the organizational chart, with a unanimous roll‑call vote. No other actions were taken; the committee discussed an AI use policy but did not vote on it.

• Approved April 23, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved affirmative action plan with updates (unanimous roll‑call)

Liquor Advisory Committee

The Liquor Advisory Committee will consider approving an ordinance to establish a licensing system for organizations operating raffles and poker runs in Jackson County. They will also vote on a Queen of Hearts application and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of Ordinance 2026-410 establishing a licensing system for raffles and poker runs
• Approval of Queen of Hearts application (2026-414)
• Approval of March 19, 2026 meeting minutes (2026-393)

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The Jackson/Union Regional Port District will meet to review the minutes from February 2, 2026. The board will also discuss an update regarding the Greater Egypt Feasibility Study.

• Greater Egypt Feasibility Study update

The board voted to approve the February 2, 2026 meeting minutes. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned by motion.

• Approved February 2, 2026 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

708 Mental Health Board

The board will review the timeline for the 2027 funding application (item 2026-407). It will consider the FY 27 funding application (item 2026-408) and discuss the FY 26 funding scoring rubric (item 2026-409). An executive session will follow.

• 2026-407: Review timeline for 2027 funding application
• 2026-408: Consider FY 27 funding application
• 2026-409: Discuss FY 26 funding scoring rubric
• Executive session (closed)

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and discuss the NRED Mini-Grant Program.

• Approval of February 23, 2026, meeting minutes
• Review of NRED Mini-Grant Program

708 Mental Health Board

The Jackson County Mental Health Board will review the timeline for the 2027 funding application, consider the FY27 funding application itself, and examine the scoring rubric that will be used to evaluate proposals. The meeting includes an executive session after these agenda items.

• 2026-394: Review timeline dates for the 2027 funding application
• 2026-395: Discuss the FY27 funding application
• 2026-396: Review the FY27 funding scoring rubric

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Jackson County Human Resources Subcommittee is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss policies regarding social media and the use of artificial intelligence.

• Approval of March 31, 2026, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Social Media Policy-Artificial Intelligence Use Policy

The subcommittee unanimously approved the March 31, 2026 meeting minutes. The chairman requested a draft of the Affirmative Action Policy for the next meeting, naming Faith Miller as EEO Officer. A report on AI use was presented, and it was suggested that the Social Media and AI Use policies be separated. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned.

• Approved March 31, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Board

The Jackson County Board will consider approving monthly claims, collective bargaining agreements, and intergovernmental agreements. The board will also discuss a proposal to construct a commercial solar energy facility and hold an executive session.

• Approval of HOPE Trust dental & vision claims ($16,664.00)
• Approval of HOPE Trust medical expenses ($345,355.00)
• Approval of On-Demand Claims ($119,355.58)
• Authorization for State's Attorney's Office to use opioid settlement funds ($10,000.00)
• Consideration of Jackson Solar 2, LLC commercial solar facility siting

The board approved allocating reallocated ARPA funds to county general salaries and ambulance salaries for FY24‑25, and later voted to direct those funds solely to general salaries. It also approved several financial items, including board member travel expenses of $3,669.28, on‑demand claims of $119,355.58, and county monthly claims of $500,688.39. Additional actions included appointing new committee chairs, approving the siting of a commercial solar facility by Jackson Solar 2, LLC, and authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Kane County for juvenile detention services.

• Appointed Christine Snyder as Finance Committee Chair (unanimous consent)
• Approved Board Member Travel Expenses $3,669.28 (YES 11, NO 1)
• Approved On‑Demand Claims $119,355.58 (YES 7, NO 1, ABSTAIN 4)
• Authorized allocation of reallocated ARPA funds to General Salaries and Ambulance salaries (YES 11, NO 1)
• Reconsidered allocation of ARPA funds to General Salaries only (YES 11, ABSTAIN 1)
• Approved County Monthly Claims $500,688.39 (YES 11, ABSTAIN 1)
• Approved siting of Jackson Solar 2, LLC commercial solar facility (unanimous consent)
• Authorized intergovernmental agreement with Kane County for juvenile detention services (unanimous consent)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Jackson County Mental Health Board's Human Resources Subcommittee will consider approving the FY26 budget request and FY26 contracts. The board will also review minutes from previous meetings and receive agency and crisis committee reports. An executive session may follow.

• Approval of August 18, 2025, and December 15, 2025, meeting minutes
• Approval of FY26 budget request
• Approval of FY26 contracts
• Jackson County Mental Health Crisis Committee report
• Possible executive session

Board of Review

The Jackson County Board of Review meeting on April 17, 2026 will include a call to order, approval of minutes, and a series of appeal hearings. Six appeals are scheduled with specific times and case numbers. The agenda also provides for public comment and a recess. No decisions are listed in the agenda.

• 2026-283 hearing at 10:30 AM – CHOU 19-02-302-028
• 2025-0000412 hearing at 11:45 AM – OPITZ 19-07-401-020
• 2025-0000345 hearing at 12:00 PM – TURK 19-04-101-008
• 2025-0000346 hearing at 12:15 PM – DOWNEN 07-17-400-005
• 2025-0000354 hearing at 12:30 PM – VYBORNY 19-03-376-015

The Board of Review voted to adjourn the 2025 appeal period. The motion was made by Allan Karnes, seconded by Jessica Doerr-Berger, and passed with all members in favor.

• Adjourned 2025 appeal period – motion carried (unanimous)

Real Property Committee

The Jackson County Real Property Committee will consider authorizing a lease with the Jackson County Farm Bureau to house the Probation Department. They will also vote on approving highway monthly claims of $142,739.73 and a resolution for Township Aid on District-West Grange Hall Road. Other agenda items include plans for an annex building, the county ADA plan, and surplus property of old jury box chairs.

• Approval of Highway Monthly Claims of $142,739.73
• Resolution 2026-38 for Township Aid Appropriation Somerset Township, District-West Grange Hall Road
• Authorization to enter into a lease with Jackson County Farm Bureau for housing the Probation Department
• Authorization to purchase the 250th US Flag and flag pole pulley
• Authorization of Courtroom 3 old Jury Box Chairs as surplus property

The Real Property Committee approved the March 18 minutes and authorized payment of $142,739.73 for highway monthly claims. It also approved a township aid appropriation for Somerset Township District‑West Grange Hall Road, designated courtroom chairs as surplus property, and authorized purchase of a 250th US Flag and flag‑pole pulley. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved March 18, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Highway Monthly Claims payment of $142,739.73 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑38 township aid appropriation for Somerset Township District‑West Grange Hall Road (unanimous)
• Authorized Courtroom 3 old jury box chairs as surplus property (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 250th US Flag and flag‑pole pulley (unanimous)

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will review payments for ambulance services and funding for health department programs. The body is also considering an intergovernmental agreement with Kane County for juvenile detention services.

• Payment of ambulance monthly claims totaling $45,311.89
• Authorization of up to $30,000 in HHW funds for health department event planning and supplies
• Authorization of up to $8,500 in Solid Waste funds for composting and rain barrel program supplies
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Kane County for Juvenile Detention Services
• Compost Week Proclamation

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee approved an intergovernmental agreement with Kane County to provide juvenile detention services. The agreement was authorized by a unanimous roll‑call vote. The committee also approved funding for health department events, solid waste composting outreach, and a Compost Week proclamation.

• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Kane County for Juvenile Detention Services (unanimous)
• Authorized Health Department to expend HHW funds up to $10,000 for events and up to $20,000 for extra items (unanimous)
• Authorized Health Department to expend Solid Waste funds up to $8,500 for backyard composting and rain barrel program (unanimous)
• Approved Compost Week Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved March 4, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda item to request State's Attorney appoint a Special Prosecutor for data‑center permit legislation (proposed, not voted)
• Planned light agenda for May to review By‑Laws (proposed, not voted)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Board of Review will sign final payment authorizations for a list of contractors and trusts, totaling $1,060,132. It will also conduct Certificate of Error hearings for several listed cases. No other actions are noted on the agenda.

• Final payment to Rogers Trust – $189,361
• Final payment to GTEC – $336,808
• Final payment to Shirley – $143,028
• Final payment to Craig – $33,126
• Certificate of Error hearings for cases including Huffman, Goering, Hall, and multiple Rolf entries

The Human Resources Subcommittee approved the proposed decisions on docket numbers 2025‑0000456 through 2025‑0000471 and 2025‑0000172 through 2025‑0000179. The motion to approve was made by Jessica Doerr‑Berger and seconded by Steve Shauwecker. The meeting was then adjourned by a carried motion.

• Approved payments for DKTS #2025-0000456‑#2025-0000471 (motion by Doerr‑Berger, seconded by Shauwecker)
• Approved payments for DKTS #2025-0000172‑#2025-0000179 (motion by Doerr‑Berger, seconded by Shauwecker)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Doerr‑Berger, seconded by Shauwecker, carried)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will consider several payments, including dental and vision claims for the HOPE Trust, medical admin claims, board member travel expenses, and on-demand claims. The most significant item is the approval for the State's Attorney's Office to use up to $10,000 from the Opioid Settlement Fund for four attorneys to attend a National Drug Court in Nashville. The committee will also discuss reallocating ARPA funds to county and ambulance salaries and address two delinquent tax parcels.

• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims – $16,664.00
• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Admin claims – $345,355.00
• Approval for State's Attorney's Office to use up to $10,000 from Opioid Settlement Fund for drug court attendance
• Authorize reallocation of ARPA funds to county general and ambulance salaries for FY24–25
• Delinquent tax resolutions for parcels #14-05-282-005 and #14-08-179-009

The Finance and Administration Committee approved several payments, including $16,664 for HOPE Trust dental claims and $345,355 for medical admin claims. It also authorized up to $10,000 from the Opioid Settlement Fund for State's Attorney participation in a national drug court. Additionally, the committee directed ARPA funds to be reallocated to county general and ambulance salaries for FY24‑25.

• Approved $16,664 HOPE Trust Dental & Vision claims (7-0)
• Approved $345,355 HOPE Trust Medical Admin claims (7-0)
• Approved $3,669.28 Board Member Travel expenses (7-0)
• Approved $119,355.58 On-Demand claims (7-0)
• Approved up to $10,000 Opioid Settlement Fund for drug court attorneys (7-0)
• Approved Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-36 for Parcel #14-05-282-005 (unanimous)
• Approved Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-37 for Parcel #14-08-179-009 (unanimous)
• Authorized reallocation of ARPA funds to county general and ambulance salaries FY24‑25 (7-0)

Board of Review

The Jackson County Board of Review will conduct appeal hearings for several property tax cases listed on the agenda. Items include a call to order, approval of minutes, a certificate of error hearing, public comment, and a recess. The board will hear appeals for parcels such as 2025-000427 (Fager) and 2025-000164 (DL Lakeshre).

• Appeal hearing for parcel 2025-000427 – Fager at 10:00 AM
• Appeal hearing for parcel 2025-000164 – DL Lakeshre at 10:30 AM
• Appeal hearing for parcel 2025-000163 – T&S Miller at 11:00 AM
• Appeal hearing for parcel 2025-000304 – BHS Prop. at 11:30 AM
• Appeal hearing for parcel 2025-000305 – BHS Prop. at 12:00 PM

The Board of Review conducted a series of appeal hearings on April 10, 2026, with several parties appearing in person or via Teams. No substantive motions or rulings were recorded beyond the procedural adjournment of the meeting.

• Held appeal hearings for listed cases (e.g., Fager, DL Lakeshore, T&S Miller, etc.)
• Motion to adjourn carried (motion by Allan Karnes, seconded by Jessica Doerr-Berger)

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

Executive Committee

The Jackson County Executive Committee meeting on April 2, 2026 will consider several approvals and resolutions. Items include approving minutes, appointing committee chairs, hiring help desk staff, and confirming an intergovernmental broadband network. The committee will vote on a resolution to terminate the agreement with WK&T for broadband service and on a resolution to reallocate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. An executive session will be held to discuss real property matters.

• Approval of Resolution terminating WK&T broadband agreement
• Resolution authorizing reallocation of ARPA funds
• Approval to hire help desk personnel
• Approval of intergovernmental broadband network
• Open appointments for various county boards and agencies

The committee approved Resolution 2026-XX to reallocate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. It also approved hiring Help Desk personnel and appointed Sherry Jones to the Board of Health and Kenneth Akins to the MPS Fire Protection District Board. The March 5 meeting minutes were approved unanimously, and the WK&T termination resolution was sent back for further review.

• Approved Resolution 2026-XX reallocation of ARPA funds (YES: Snyder, Presley, Erbes, Calandro; absent: Ikner, Phillips, Peterson)
• Approved hire of Help Desk personnel (YES: Snyder, Presley, Peterson, Erbes, Calandro; absent: Ikner, Phillips)
• Approved appointment of Sherry Jones to Board of Health (YES: Snyder, Presley, Peterson, Erbes, Calandro; absent: Ikner, Phillips)
• Approved appointment of Kenneth Akins to MPS Fire Protection District Board (YES: Snyder, Presley, Peterson, Erbes, Calandro; absent: Ikner, Phillips)
• Approved March 5, 2026 meeting minutes by unanimous vote of present members
• Sent Resolution to terminate WK&T broadband agreement back to Executive Committee for one month
• Discussed intergovernmental broadband network (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Jackson County Human Resources Subcommittee is meeting to review the Affirmative Action Plan and a policy regarding social media and artificial intelligence use. The body will also vote on the approval of minutes from the January 7, 2026, meeting.

• Approval of January 07, 2026, meeting minutes
• Affirmative Action Plan
• Social Media Policy-Artificial Intelligence Use Policy

The subcommittee unanimously approved the January 07, 2026 meeting minutes. No decision was made on the affirmative action plan or the AI/social media policy, which remain for future discussion. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved January 07, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Jackson County Board of Review will open the meeting, approve the previous minutes, and conduct a series of appeal hearings for listed parcels. Hearings are scheduled from 10:45 AM to 1:30 PM for appellants including Ryan, Tesar, Walmart, Wells, Western, and Dillard. The agenda also includes a public comment period and a recess before adjourning.

• Appeal hearing for parcel 2025-000056 (Ryan) at 10:45 AM
• Appeal hearing for parcel 2025-000292 (Tesar) at 11:00 AM
• Appeal hearing for parcel 2025-000160 (Walmart) at 11:15 AM
• Appeal hearing for parcel 2025-000279 (Western) at 1:15 PM
• Public comment period after hearings

The Board of Review approved the meeting minutes and heard appeals for multiple parcels. A motion to adjourn was made by Allan Karnes, seconded by Jessica Doerr-Berger, and carried unanimously. The next meeting was scheduled for April 10, 2026 at 19:30 AM.

• Approved meeting minutes
• Motion to adjourn carried (all in favor)
• Scheduled next meeting for April 10, 2026 at 19:30 AM

Human Resources Subcommittee

The Jackson County Board of Review meeting on March 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM will consider appeals and certificates of error. The agenda lists scheduled hearings for several property tax cases with specific parcel numbers and owners. The meeting also includes call to order, approval of minutes, public comment, and a recess.

• 10:30 AM hearing – appeal 2025-000282 (Mezo) – parcel 16-25-401-015
• 10:45 AM hearing – appeal 2025-000333 (Asbury) – parcel 06-14-200-001
• 11:00 AM hearing – appeal 2025-000290 (Asbury) – parcel 06-11-400-001
• 11:15 AM hearing – appeal 2025-000357 (Huffman) – parcel 17-30-129-003
• 11:30 AM hearing – appeal 2025-000392 (Stearns) – parcel 15-21-404-014

The Board of Review approved the prior meeting's minutes. A motion to adjourn, made by Allan Karnes and seconded by Jessica Doerr-Berger, was carried unanimously. The next meeting is set for March 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Board

The County Board will vote on increasing the cannabis retailers' occupation tax and raising ambulance service fees. The body is also reviewing several large payment claims and an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Murphysboro for animal impoundment.

• Ordinance 2026-01 to increase the County Cannabis Retailers' Occupation Tax
• Approval of County Monthly Claims in the amount of $462,620.23
• Approval of HOPETrust Medical Administration Claims for $353,257
• Resolution 2026-33 establishing the salary for the Jackson County Sheriff
• Authorization to hire cleaning services and a project manager for 819 Walnut Street

The board voted to raise the occupation tax on county cannabis retailers. It also approved an ambulance fee increase, two intergovernmental agreements with the City of Murphysboro for animal‑impoundment services, and several appointments to local boards. Additional actions included hiring a cleaning service for 819 Walnut Street and engaging a project manager to assess that property.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-01 increasing the county cannabis retailers' occupation tax (YES 10, NO 2, ABSENT 2)
• Approved Ambulance Fee Increase (unanimous consent)
• Approved Resolution 2026-35 intergovernmental agreement with Murphysboro for animal impoundment (YES 11, NO 1, ABSENT 2)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Murphysboro for animal impoundment services (YES 11, NO 1, ABSENT 2)
• Appointed Gene Basden II to the Liquor Advisory Board (YES 9, NO 2, ABSTAIN 1, ABSENT 2)
• Appointed Homer Bates, Butch W. Cheatham, and Andrew Titsworth to the Oraville Water District Board (unanimous consent)
• Authorized hiring a cleaning service for 819 Walnut Street up to $25,000 (YES 8, NO 3, ABSTAIN 1, ABSENT 2)
• Authorized a project manager to assess 819 Walnut Street for future uses up to $20,000 (unanimous consent)

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

Liquor Advisory Committee

The Liquor Advisory Committee will first approve the minutes from its November 6, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss a new liquor classification for wedding venues, two VFW applications (a 50/50 raffle and a Queen of Hearts event), and a proposed increase to the video gaming fee. The meeting will conclude with an executive session before adjourning.

• Approval of November 06, 2025 meeting minutes (Item 2026-184)
• New liquor classification for wedding venues (Item 2026-186)
• VFW 50/50 raffle application review (Item 2026-255)
• VFW Queen of Hearts application review (Item 2026-187)
• Proposal to increase the video gaming fee (Item 2026-188)

The committee unanimously approved the November 06, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the VFW 50/50 raffle application with all members voting yes. The VFW Queen of Hearts application and a proposed video‑gaming fee increase to $250 were both rejected. The group also discussed creating a new liquor classification for wedding venues but took no action.

• Approved November 06, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved VFW 50/50 raffle application (unanimous yes vote)
• Rejected VFW Queen of Hearts application (motion down)
• Rejected video gaming fee increase to $250 (2‑5 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Real Property Committee

The Real Property Committee will meet to discuss land use, economic development, and county infrastructure. The body is reviewing highway department claims and plans for county buildings. The meeting includes a proposal for NRED Outdoor Recreation Mini-Grants.

• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims totaling $166,552.72
• Approval of NRED Outdoor Recreation Mini-Grants Proposal
• Annex Building Plans
• County ADA Plan
• Jackson County Bike Routes

The committee unanimously approved the February 18, 2026 meeting minutes. It approved Highway Monthly Claims in the amount of $166,552.72 with a 6‑0 vote. It approved the NRED Outdoor Recreation Mini‑Grants Proposal with a 7‑0 vote. The committee agreed to refer the Annex building plan to the full board for a decision.

• Approved February 18, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Highway Monthly Claims $166,552.72 (6-0)
• Approved NRED Outdoor Recreation Mini‑Grants Proposal (7-0)
• Referred Annex building plan to full board for vote

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will approve the February 9, 2026 meeting minutes and process several payments, including HOPE Trust dental, vision, and medical claims. It will adopt resolutions fixing annual salaries for certain county officeholders and establishing the salary for the Jackson County Sheriff, as well as authorize a county procurement card system. The committee will also adopt an ordinance establishing a county cannabis retailers' occupation tax.

• Approval of February 9, 2026 meeting minutes (2026-228)
• Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims – $10,645.34 (2026-229)
• Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Admin Claims – $353,257 (2026-230)
• Resolution fixing annual salary of certain county officeholders (2026-245)
• Ordinance establishing a County Cannabis Retailers' Occupation Tax (2026-248)

The Finance and Administration Committee approved an ordinance establishing a county cannabis retailers' occupation tax. The committee also approved resolutions setting the salary for the Jackson County Sheriff and authorizing a county procurement card system. Payments were authorized for HOPE Trust dental and vision claims ($10,645.34), medical admin claims ($353,257.00), board member travel expenses ($3,178.59), and on‑demand claims ($12,090.93). A resolution fixing the annual salary of certain county officeholders was postponed to the April Finance meeting.

• Approved Ordinance Establishing a County Cannabis Retailers' Occupation Tax (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution Establishing the Salary for the Jackson County Sheriff (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution Authorizing the County Issued Procurement Card System (unanimous)
• Approved Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims – $10,645.34 (unanimous)
• Approved Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Admin Claims – $353,257.00 (YES: Rendleman, Presley, Ikner, Erbes, Bost, Battrell, Snyder)
• Approved Payment of Board Member Travel Expenses – $3,178.59 (unanimous)
• Approved Approval of On‑Demand Claims – $12,090.93 (unanimous)
• Postponed Resolution Fixing the Annual Salary of Certain County Officeholders to April meeting (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to review specific property tax appeals. The agenda lists scheduled hearings for various parcels, including those owned by Walgreens, Graham Cracker, and Mid-South.

• Appeal 2025-000180 (Walgreens, Parcel 14-04-459-012)
• Appeal 2025-000155 (Walgreens, Parcel 14-04-459-011)
• Appeal 2025-000156 (Walgreens, Parcel 15-20-201-048)
• Appeals 2025-0000126, 2025-0000127, 2025-0000128 (Graham Cracker)
• Appeals 2025-0000113 through 2025-0000124 (including Mid-South and Lynn-Anthy)

The Jackson County Board of Review met on March 16, 2026 at 900 Walnut St. A motion to adjourn was made by Allan Karnes, seconded by Jessica Doerr-Berger, and carried with all members in favor. No other substantive decisions—such as approvals or denials—were recorded; the agenda listed appeals and a certificate of error but no outcomes were noted. The next meeting is scheduled for March 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM.

• Motion to adjourn carried (all in favor)

Board of Review

Board of Review

The Board approved the meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded) and then adjourned. The motion to adjourn was made by Allan Karnes, seconded by Jessica Doerr-Berger, and carried unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn carried (all in favor)

Board of Review

The Board of Review approved the meeting minutes and considered appeals. It moved to sign proposed decisions on DKTs #2025-000453‑455 and on other DKTs, though no vote results were recorded. A list of Hileman and Lofton farmland items with dollar amounts was presented. The session was adjourned with all members in favor.

• Approved meeting minutes (no vote recorded)
• Motion to sign proposed decisions on DKTs #2025-000453‑455 (no vote recorded)
• Motion to sign proposed decisions on DKTs (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting – all in favor (motion carried)

Executive Committee

The Jackson County Executive Committee will consider several agenda items, including the approval of February 5, 2026 meeting minutes and reports from the Regional Office of Education and the City of Murphysboro. Open appointments for various local boards and districts will be reviewed. New business includes Alstat nominations and a proposal for an Intergovernmental Broadband Network. An executive session will address personnel and real property matters.

• 2026-193: Approval of February 05, 2026 meeting minutes
• 2026-194: Regional Office of Education Quarterly Report
• 2026-195: City of Murphysboro Notice
• 2026-196: Help Desk Personnel Proposal
• 2026-198: Intergovernmental Broadband Network

The committee unanimously approved the February 5, 2026 meeting minutes. It confirmed appointments to the Liquor Board, Oraville Water District, and South Highway Water District, with all present members voting yes. The committee also requested that the Help Desk Personnel proposal be placed back on the agenda for next month. An executive session was opened to discuss personnel and real property matters, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved February 5, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Gene Basden to Liquor Board (YES: Phillips, Snyder, Presley, Calandro)
• Approved Butch Cheatham, Homer Bates, Andy Titsworth to Oraville Water District (YES: Phillips, Snyder, Presley, Calandro)
• Approved Kerry Lee Braswell and Mark Wece to South Highway Water District (YES: Phillips, Snyder, Presley, Calandro)
• Requested Help Desk Personnel proposal be returned to agenda next month
• Moved to executive session to discuss personnel and real property (YES: Phillips, Snyder, Presley, Calandro)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will meet to review updates on ambulance services, animal control, and solid waste operations. The agenda includes a public discussion on a proposed ambulance service fee increase and updates to the county's by-laws.

• 2026-214 Ambulance Service Fee Increase
• 2026-211 Solid Waste Enforcement
• 2026-212 Solid Waste Fund Update
• 2026-213 Recycling Program
• 2026-216 Jackson County By-Laws

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee unanimously approved the February 10, 2026 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved an increase to the ambulance service fee. No other items were decided; discussions on animal control, health, solid waste, and by‑law changes were left pending. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved February 10, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved ambulance service fee increase (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review voted unanimously to review a series of appeals listed by docket numbers. Board member Jessica Doerr‑Berger recused herself from docket #331. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved motion to review appeals (all in favor)
• Jessica Doerr‑Berger recused herself from DKT #331
• Approved minutes of the meeting
• Motion to adjourn carried (all in favor)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The subcommittee will approve the minutes from the January 7, 2026 meeting. It will review the county's affirmative action plan. It will discuss a social media policy that addresses artificial intelligence use.

• Approve Jan 7 2026 meeting minutes (Agenda item 2026‑189)
• Review affirmative action plan (Agenda item 2026‑190)
• Consider social media policy on artificial intelligence use (Agenda item 2026‑191)

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The Jackson/Union Regional Port District will meet to review the monthly treasurer's report and receive an update on the Greater Egypt Feasibility Study. The board will also address annual economic interest statements.

• Greater Egypt Feasibility Study update
• Annual Economic Interest Statements
• Monthly Treasurer's Report

Board of Review

The Board approved a motion to review appeals on an unspecified docket. It also approved signing the proposed decisions for docket 2025-000286. Finally, the Board approved a motion to adjourn the meeting. All three motions passed with unanimous support.

• Approved motion to review appeals (all in favor)
• Approved motion to sign proposed decisions on docket 2025-000286 (all in favor)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (all in favor)

Board of Review

Board of Review

The Board of Review approved the minutes from the prior meeting. A motion was made to sign proposed decisions on a series of docket items (2025-0000268 through 2025-0000300). The board then adjourned the meeting, with the motion carried unanimously. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes (vote not recorded)
• Motion to sign proposed decisions on docket items presented (outcome not recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried, all in favor)

Board of Review

The Board of Review met on February 25, 2026, reviewed a list of appeals for various parcels, and then voted to adjourn. The motion to adjourn was made by Allan Karnes, seconded by Jessica Doerr‑Berger, and carried unanimously. No other approvals, denials, or tabled actions were recorded.

• Motion to adjourn carried (all in favor)

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to approve the FY26 budget request and associated contracts. The board will also review yearly goals and receive a report from the Jackson County Mental Health Crisis Committee.

• Approval of FY26 Budget Request (2026-178)
• Approval of FY26 Contracts (2026-179)
• Review of Yearly Goals (2026-180)
• Jackson County Mental Health Crisis Committee Report

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and hold a discussion regarding the NRED Grant Program.

• Approval of October 27, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of NRED Grant Program

The board approved the October 27, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. They also approved the Natural Resources Economic Development (NRED) Grant Program to be forwarded to the March Real Property Meeting, again unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved NRED Grant Program to go to March Real Property Meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Jackson County Board of Review met on Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Members present were Allan Karnes, Jessica Doerr-Berger, Tammy Ehlers, and Lura Frederick. The board considered a motion to review a list of appeals and a motion to adjourn; the adjournment motion was carried. The next meeting is set for February 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM.

• Motion to adjourn carried

Board of Review

The Board entered an executive session at 10:55 a.m. and exited at 1:35 p.m. A motion to adjourn was then made and carried with all members in favor. No other motions were recorded as approved or denied.

• Adjourned meeting (all in favor, motion carried)

Board of Review

County Board

The Jackson County Board will vote on a series of payment approvals, including a $457,784.87 county monthly claim and a $379,722.00 HOPE Trust medical claim. The meeting also includes approval of an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Carbondale for animal impoundment services, a township aid appropriation for the Bradley Road – Wilson Road area, and a proposal to allow hybrid (in‑person and virtual) board meetings. Additional items cover delinquent tax resolutions, membership dues, and open appointments to various county boards and commissions.

• Approval of County Monthly Claims payment of $457,784.87 (Finance & Administration Committee)
• Approval of HOPE Trust Medical Administration claim payment of $379,722.00
• Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Carbondale for Animal Impoundment Services
• Approval of Township Aid Appropriation for Bradley Road District – Wilson Road
• Approval of Jackson County Board Bylaws Hybrid Meeting Proposal

The board approved a $25,000 allocation from Illinois opioid funds to the Jackson County Courts Opioid Fund. It also approved the consent agenda (removing item #6) and several financial payments, including travel expenses and monthly claim reimbursements. Additionally, the board appointed individuals to the Animal Control Administrator position, the Jackson Growth Alliance board, the Merit Commission board, and the South Highway Water District board.

• Allocated $25,000 opioid fund to county courts (YES 13)
• Approved consent agenda with removal of item #6 (YES 13)
• Approved board member travel expenses $3,869.75 (YES 10, NO 2, ABSTAIN 1)
• Appointed Brian Chapman as Animal Control Administrator (YES 12, NO 1)
• Appointed Tamiko Mueller to Jackson Growth Alliance board (YES 12, ABSTAIN 1)
• Appointed Kenny Jarret to Merit Commission board (YES 13)
• Appointed Ryan Hall to South Highway Water District board (YES 13)
• Approved county monthly claims payment $457,784.87 (YES 13)

Liquor Advisory Committee

The Liquor Advisory Committee is meeting to review liquor classifications and applications. The body will discuss a fee increase for video gaming and a new classification for wedding venues.

• New liquor classification for wedding venues (2026-156)
• VFW Queen of Hearts application (2026-157)
• Video gaming fee increase (2026-158)

Board of Review

The Board of Review met on February 17, 2026, reviewed the 2025 appeals spreadsheet, discussed certificates of error and hearings, and took public comment. A motion to adjourn was made by Allan Karnes, seconded by Jessica Doerr-Berger, and carried unanimously. The next meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2026.

• Motion to adjourn carried (unanimous)

Real Property Committee

The Real Property Committee will first approve the minutes from the January 14, 2026 meeting. It will then discuss communications, land‑use and economic‑development items, and several Highway Department matters. The committee will consider a resolution to award the 2026 MFT aggregate bids and a resolution for township aid appropriation for the Bradley Road District, as well as annex building plans and the County ADA Plan.

• 2026-138 Approval of January 14, 2026 Meeting Minutes
• 2026-148 Resolution to Award 2026 MFT Aggregate Bids
• 2026-154 Resolution Township Aid Appropriation Bradley Road District
• 2026-151 Annex Building Plans
• 2026-152 County ADA Plan

The Real Property Committee unanimously approved the January 14, 2026 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved the resolution to award the 2026 MFT aggregate bids and the resolution for the Bradley Road District township aid appropriation. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved January 14, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 MFT aggregate bids resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Bradley Road District township aid appropriation resolution (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and address tax appeals. The session includes the review of proposed decisions for appeal 2026-159 and the processing of certificates of error.

• Review of proposed decisions for appeal 2026-159
• Processing of Certificates of Error

The board considered several motions, including to review a list of appeals, to sign proposed decisions on multiple docket numbers, and to approve a Certificate of Error for docket #2025-00670. Each motion was made by Allan Karnes and seconded by Jessica Doerr‑Berger, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome for these items. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that passed unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (motion carried unanimously)

Board of Review

The board moved to adjourn the February 10 meeting; the motion was carried with all members in favor. Motions to sign proposed decisions, to review appeals, and to approve a Certificate of Error were introduced, but the minutes do not record any vote outcome for those items.

• Adjourned meeting (motion carried, all in favor)

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will consider several agenda items, including routine approvals and updates. The committee will vote on a resolution approving an intergovernmental agreement between Jackson County and the City of Carbondale for animal impoundment services. Other items include payment of ambulance monthly claims, an update on the animal control facility, and updates on health, solid waste, recycling, and by‑law changes.

• Approval of January 13, 2026 meeting minutes (Item 2026-124)
• Payment of ambulance monthly claims (Item 2026-125)
• Animal Control Facility update (Item 2026-128)
• Resolution approving intergovernmental agreement with City of Carbondale for animal impoundment services (Items 2026-134 & 2026-136)
• Solid Waste Fund update and recycling program (Items 2026-131 & 2026-132)

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the January 13, 2026 meeting. It approved the county’s ambulance monthly claim payment of $45,707.64. The committee also unanimously approved both the resolution and the intergovernmental agreement for animal impoundment services between Jackson County and the City of Carbondale. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved Jan 13, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved ambulance monthly claims payment of $45,707.64 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for intergovernmental animal impoundment agreement (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement for animal impoundment services (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will meet to approve payments for HOPE Trust claims, travel expenses, and membership dues totaling over $423,000. The body will also consider a delinquent tax resolution and a proposed ordinance to establish a county cannabis retailers' occupation tax.

• Approval of HOPE Trust claims ($10,235.68 dental, $379,722.00 medical)
• Approval of travel expenses ($3,869.75)
• Approval of On Demand Claims ($31,086.50)
• Ordinance establishing a county cannabis retailers' occupation tax
• Delinquent Tax Resolutions for two parcels

The Finance and Administration Committee approved several payments, including a $379,722 medical claim for the HOPE Trust and a $10,235.68 dental and vision claim. It also approved two delinquent tax resolutions for specific parcels and accepted membership dues for ISACo and the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce. The ordinance on a county cannabis retailers' occupation tax was noted for further work in March.

• Approved payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision claims $10,235.68 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of HOPE Trust Medical Admin claims $379,722.00 (YES: Snyder, Presley, Ikner, Erbes, Bost)
• Approved payment of Board Member travel expenses $3,869.75 (YES: Snyder, Ikner, Presley, Erbes, Bost; NO: Battrell)
• Approved On Demand Claims $31,086.50 (YES: Snyder, Presley, Ikner, Erbes, Bost, Battrell)
• Approved Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-28 Parcel #14-12-403-019 (unanimous)
• Approved Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-29 Parcel #625 (unanimous)
• Approved ISACo Membership dues $647 (unanimous)
• Approved Carbondale Chamber of Commerce dues $270 (unanimous)

Executive Committee

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will approve the January 8 meeting minutes, consider a list of 23 open appointments for various county boards and agencies, receive an update on broadband initiatives, discuss recommendations from the Commercial Solar Siting Subcommittee, and hold a closed session on personnel matters.

• Approval of January 8, 2026 meeting minutes (Item 2026-106)
• Consideration of 23 open appointments across boards such as Board of Health, Animal Control, and water districts (Item 2026-113)
• Broadband update (Item 2026-110)
• Commercial Solar Siting Subcommittee discussion (Item 2026-112)
• Executive session on personnel under the Illinois Open Meetings Act (Item 2026-111)

The committee approved the minutes from the January 8, 2026 meeting. It confirmed several appointments, including Brian Chapman as Animal Control Administrator, Tamiko Mueller to the Jackson Growth Alliance Board, Kenny Jarrett to the Merit Commission, and Ryan Hall to the South Highway Water District. The board also approved the creation of a Commercial Solar Siting Subcommittee. All motions passed by unanimous vote.

• Approved January 08, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Brian Chapman as Animal Control Administrator (unanimous)
• Reappointed Tamiko Mueller to Jackson Growth Alliance Board (unanimous)
• Reappointed Kenny Jarrett to Merit Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Ryan Hall to South Highway Water District (unanimous)
• Approved Commercial Solar Siting Subcommittee (unanimous)
• Moved into Executive Session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Human Resources Subcommittee

The subcommittee will vote to approve the minutes from the January 7, 2026 meeting. It will review an update to the county’s affirmative action policy. It will discuss a new social media policy that addresses artificial intelligence use.

• Approval of January 7, 2026 meeting minutes (Agenda item 2026-95)
• Review and possible adoption of affirmative action policy (Agenda item 2026-96)
• Review and possible adoption of social media policy covering artificial intelligence use (Agenda item 2026-102)

Board of Review

The Board of Review met on February 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM. No substantive actions or votes were recorded; the meeting proceeded to public comment and was then adjourned. The motion to adjourn was carried with all members in favor.

• Motion to adjourn carried (all in favor)

Health Insurance Task Force

The Health Insurance Task Force is meeting to approve previous minutes and discuss health insurance. The body will specifically address the 2026 HOPE Trust preferred providers and a dividend check.

• Approval of March 19, 2025, meeting minutes
• HOPE Trust Dividend Check
• 2026 HOPE Trust Preferred Providers
• Discussion of health insurance

The task force approved the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The board decided to hold health‑insurance meetings quarterly, scheduling the next meeting for May. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved March 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided on quarterly health‑insurance meetings, next in May
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Jackson County Board of Review will approve the previous meeting's minutes. It will discuss and vote on proposed decisions to sign, including certificates of error and appeals to review. The meeting also includes a public comment period and a recess.

• Approval of Minutes
• Discussion and Vote on Proposed Decisions to Sign
• Review of Certificates of Error and Appeals
• Public Comment
• Recess

The Board of Review approved the flood variance request for the Gorham Fire Department. It also approved signing of proposed decisions on numerous DKTS items, adopted a Certificate of Error with two exceptions retired, and ordered review of several appeal cases while dismissing one. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Gorham Fire Department flood variance (motion by Allan Karnes, seconded by Jessica Doerr-Berger)
• Approved signing of proposed decisions on DKTS #2025-0000133, #189, #197, #202-#203, #206-#208, #223, #226-#231, #234-#236, #238-#244, #284, #289, #290, #430, #431
• Approved Certificate of Error DKTS #2025-00643 through #2024-000659, retiring/voiding #643 and #658
• Ordered review of appeals on DKTS #2025-000046, #00047, #53, #54, #60, #0108-#0128, #0132; dismissed DKT #2025-000134
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and hold a discussion regarding the NRED Grant Program.

• Approval of October 27, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of NRED Grant Program

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

The Jackson/Union Regional Port District board will consider approval of the November 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive an update on the 2026 Annual Financial Report. The board will also hear updates on the Greater Egypt feasibility study and the Grand Tower Power Plant.

• Approve November 3, 2025 meeting minutes (Agenda item 2026-84)
• Annual Financial Report update (Agenda item 2026-85)
• Greater Egypt feasibility study update (Agenda item 2026-86)
• Grand Tower Power Plant update (Agenda item 2026-87)

The board approved the November 03, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. No other actions were taken on old or new business items. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved November 03, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

The Natural Resources Economic Development Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and hold a discussion regarding the NRED Grant Program.

• Approval of October 27, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of NRED Grant Program

County Board

The Jackson County Board will vote on several financial payments, including a $1,046,284.26 county claim and a $681,822.00 HOPE Trust medical admin claim. It will also approve numerous delinquent tax resolutions for specific parcels. Additional items include ambulance and highway claim payments and an executive session on personnel matters.

• Approve payment of HOPE Trust Medical Admin Claims – $681,822.00
• Approve payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims – $312,807.66
• Approve payment of Highway Monthly Claims – $86,743.46
• Approve delinquent tax resolutions for parcels such as #14-04-479-006 and #15-16-402-006
• Executive session to discuss personnel under the Illinois Open Meeting Act

The Jackson County Board approved the Consent Agenda and several large payments, including $1,046,284.26 for county claims and $5,668.31 for board travel expenses. It also declared tasers surplus property and renewed CLA audit services. The board entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved payment of County Claims $1,046,284.26 (YES 13, NO 0, ABSTAIN 1)
• Approved payment of Board Member Travel Expenses $5,668.31 (YES 13, NO 1)
• Approved declaration of tasers as surplus property
• Approved renewal of CLA Audit Services
• Approved payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims $312,807.66
• Approved payment of Highway Monthly Claims $86,743.46
• Entered Executive Session to discuss personnel (unanimous consent)

Human Resources Subcommittee

Board of Review

The board considered multiple motions on proposed decisions for various DKT numbers and a certificate of error, but the minutes do not record any vote outcomes for those items. The only motion with a recorded result was the adjournment, which passed with all members in favor. The board also set the next meeting for February 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM.

• Adjournment motion carried (all in favor)
• Next meeting scheduled for February 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Real Property Committee

The Real Property Committee will meet to discuss land use, economic development, and highway updates. The body is scheduled to consider the payment of monthly highway claims. Other agenda items include the ADA Transportation Plan and the VFW parking lot.

• Payment of Highway Monthly Claims in the amount of $86,743.46
• Jackson County Bike Routes
• VFW Parking Lot
• ADA Transportation Plan
• Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission

The Real Property Committee approved the December 10, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It also approved payment of the Highway Monthly Claims in the amount of $86,743.46, with all present members voting yes. The board decided not to purchase the VFW parking lot. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved December 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Highway Monthly Claims $86,743.46 (unanimous)
• Declined purchase of VFW parking lot

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee will consider several items, including approval of the December 9, 2025 meeting minutes and a notification of upcoming vegetation activities. It will vote on payment of ambulance monthly claims totaling $312,807.66 and discuss a lift‑assist fee increase for nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Additional updates include animal control facilities, health department matters, solid waste enforcement, recycling program, and a discussion of county by‑laws.

• Approval of December 09, 2025 meeting minutes (Item 2026-16)
• Upcoming vegetation activities notification (Item 2026-20)
• Payment of ambulance monthly claims amounting to $312,807.66 (Item 2026-23)
• Consideration of nursing home/assisted living lift‑assist fee increase (Item 2026-17)
• Animal control facility update (Item 2026-18)

Finance Administration Committee

The Finance and Administration Committee will consider several financial items, including approval of the December 8, 2025 meeting minutes and a large payment of $681,822 for Hope Trust medical administration claims. Other items include payments for dental and vision claims, board member travel expenses, on‑demand claims, and renewal of the CLA audit services. The committee will also review delinquent tax resolutions for multiple parcels and receive reports on cash summaries, departmental revenue and expenses, and the County General Fund.

• Payment of Hope Trust Dental & Vision Claims – $10,094.70
• Payment of Hope Trust Medical Admin Claims – $681,822.00
• Payment of Board Member Travel Expenses – $4,702.07
• Approval of On Demand Claims – $246,301.95
• Renewal of CLA Audit Services

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to discuss internal office matters and computing services. The body will review 21 open appointments across various county boards and districts for January 2026.

• Review of 21 open appointments including Board of Health, Liquor Board, and TB Board
• Replacement of County Board Representative for Greater Egypt
• Appointments for Blairsville, Elverado, and Oraville Water Districts
• Appointments for ETSB 911 and Jackson County Mass Transit

Human Resources Subcommittee

The subcommittee will vote to approve the minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting. It will discuss and potentially adopt an updated affirmative action policy. It will also review a proposed social media policy.

• Approve December 3, 2025 meeting minutes (Item 2025-1247)
• Consider affirmative action policy (Item 2026-3)
• Consider social media policy (Item 2026-4)

Board of Review

Jackson/Union Regional Port District