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Jackson CountyIL averageUS Census ACS
Population
52,706
Per-capita income
$30,227
Median home value
$125,000
Bachelor's or higher
35%
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Fri Oct 23, 2026 · 09:00

Human Resources Subcommittee

Subcommittee to review siting permit for Kimmel Street Solar 1, LLC

The Jackson County Solar Siting Permit Subcommittee will hold a public hearing regarding a solar energy facility application. The body will discuss and vote on a recommendation to the County Board concerning the permit.

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1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
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NOTICE OF MEETING JACKSON COUNTY, ILLINOIS JACKSON COUNTY SOLAR SITING PERMIT SUBCOMMITTEE Date: October 23, 2026 Time: 9:00 am CT Location: 1001 Mulberry St., Murphysboro, Illinois AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL IV. PUBLIC COMMENT V. PUBLIC HEARING ON SITING PERMIT APPLICATION OF KIMMEL STREET SOLAR 1, LLC TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A 2.000 MW AC COMMERCIAL SOLAR ENERGY FACILITY WITH BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE NOT TO EXCEED 2.000 MW AC AT PARCEL NO. 05-20-226-002. VI. CONSIDER, DISCUSS AND VOTE ON RECOMMENDATION TO COUNTY BOARD ON SITING PERMIT APPLICATION OF KIMMEL STREET SOLAR 1, LLC VII. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Review

Jackson County Board of Review to hear property tax appeals

The Board of Review will meet to approve previous minutes and review property tax appeals. The agenda includes a list of Certificates of Error for various parcels based on exemptions, factual errors, and PTAB decisions.

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900 WALNUT ST, MURPHYSBORO
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Board of Review Meeting Monday, October 26, 2026 9:00 AM 900 Walnut St Call to Order 1. 2026-887 Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2898636669237782?p=i8FgsuZijK1oo31sI2 Meeting ID: 289 863 666 923 778 2 Passcode: 6LH2Dn2d Need help? | System reference Dial in by phone +1 469-965-2480,,925361521# United States, Northlake Find a local number Phone conference ID: 925 361 521# For organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Approval of Minutes Appeals Certificate of Error 2. 2026-907 COE# Parcel # Name REASON OCT. 26 2026 2025- 000373 15-19-126- 007 FULIA EXEMPTIONS 2025- 000390 19-13-378- 006 STARKWEATHER EXEMPTIONS 2025- 000391 15-16-308- 006 STEPHENS EXEMPTIONS 2025- 000392 14-04-183- 031 TRUSTEE/ GUPTA EXEMPT 2025- 000393 05-13-200- 007 HUMPHREYS EXEMPTIONS 2025- 000394 14-05-456- 018 CASCIO-HALE EXEMPTIONS 2025- 000395 08-10-400- 013 BACHMAN EXEMPTIONS 2025- 000396 14-12-377- 008 ENDRES FACTUAL 2025- 000397 15-16-306- 035 BUSTOS EXEMPTIONS 2025- 000398 14-04-159- 034 MANGRUM EXEMPTIONS Board of Review Meeting Monday, October 26, 2026 9:00 AM 900 Walnut St Page 2 of 3 2025- 000399 09-28-301- 002 ENGLND FACTUAL 2025- 000400 15-20-476- 004 WALAS EXEMPTIONS 2025- 000401 15-16-301- 022 NOREN EXEMPTIONS 2025- 000402 01-12-400- 002 SICKMEYER EXMPTION 2025- 000403 02-09-476- 012 MITCHELL EXEMPTIONS 2025- 000404 05-05-152- 011 TRUSTEE EXEMPT 2025- 000405 05-05-153- 009 TRUST …
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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:30

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 17:00

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:00

County Board

Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:00

County Board

Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 17:30

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 17:00

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:00

County Board

Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 17:30

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 17:00

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 18:00

County Board

Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 18:00

County Board

Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 17:30

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 17:00

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 18:00

County Board

Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 18:00

County Board

Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 17:00

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 18:00

County Board

Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 18:00

County Board

Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 17:00

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu May 6, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu May 6, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu May 6, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu May 6, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jun 3, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jun 3, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jun 3, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jun 3, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jul 1, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jul 1, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jul 1, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Jul 1, 2027 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro

Recent meetings

Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00

County Board

Jackson County Board to review FY27 draft budget and levy

The County Board will vote on several insurance renewals and monthly claims. The board is also deciding on land splits, a multi-use trail funding agreement, and placing the FY27 draft budget and levy on file.

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Chair C. J. Calandro - District 3 Members Tonya Knust - District 1 Dan Bost - District 2 Faith Miller - District 4 Julie Peterson - District 5 Daniel Presley - District 6 Nel Battrell - District 7 Vice Chair Andrew Erbes - District 2 Members Jason Svanda - District 1 Tamiko Mueller - District 3 Christine Snyder - District 4 Debra Mileur- District 5 Van Ikner- District 6 Kevin Lister - District 7 County Board Meeting Tuesday, October 20, 2026 6:00 PM Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4 Invocation Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Recognition of Visitors Citizen Comments Communications Agency Reports Chairman Report I. 2026-879 DRAFT November Calendar Approval of Consent Agenda II. 2026-876 Approval of September 22, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes III. 2026-900 Approval of Work Comp Premium Renewal in the Amount of $144,210.00 County Board Meeting Tuesday, October 20, 2026 6:00 PM Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4 Page 2 of 3 IV. 2026-901 Approval of Property and Liability Premium Renewal $967,944.00 V. 2026-899 Approval of On-Demand Claims in the amount of $24,503.46 VI. 2026-892 Approval of AFSCME Resolution in Support of Choate Mental Health Employees VII. 2026-881 Approval of Ambulance Monthly Claims in the amount of $449,370.55 VIII. 2026-890 Approval of the Fourth Amendment to the Critical Care Ground Transportation Agreement with Air Methods, LLC IX. 2026-891 Approval of Resolution to …
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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 17:30

708 Mental Health Board

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

Finance Administration Committee to hold FY27 draft budget hearing

The Finance and Administration Committee is meeting for a public budget hearing. The primary item for discussion is the FY27 Draft Budget.

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Jackson County Courthouse , Murphysboro
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Finance and Administration Committee Public Budget Hearing Thursday, October 15, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4 Christine Snyder, Chair Nel Battrell Dan Bost Andrew Erbes Van Ikner Debra Mileur Daniel Presley Call to Order Chair's Report Finance I. 2026-874 FY27 Draft Budget Executive Session Adjourn
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

Real Property Committee to review proposed FY27 Highway Budget

The committee will discuss the proposed FY27 Highway Budget and a Dilapidated Buildings Ordinance. The meeting includes reviews of land splits and resolutions regarding road and trail construction.

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1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
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Real Property Committee Meeting Wednesday, October 14, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Julie Peterson, Chair Nel Battrell Dan Bost Van Ikner Debra Mileur Christine Snyder Jason Svanda Call to Order Approval of Minutes I. 2026-849 Approval of September 16, 2026, Minutes Communications II. 2026-850 Environmental Department Updates III. 2026-851 Daily Egyptian Article Industrial Chicken Farm Set to House 30,000 Hens Stirs Controversy, Builder Pushes Back IV. 2026-852 Carbondale Times Looking at Forest as Crop V. 2026-853 The Southern Illinoisan What Goes into Deciding which Southern Illinois Streets get Fixed Land Use & Economic Development VI. 2026-855 Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission VII. 2026-856 Supervisor of Assessments Land Split Chapman Trust #14-05-0486-006 VIII. 2026-865 Supervisor of Assessments Land Split Easton #18-31-400-014 IX. 2026-857 Jackson Growth Alliance Highway Department X. 2026-858 Jackson County Bike Routes XI. 2026-859 Approval of Payment of Highway Monthly Claims XII. 2026-860 County Highway Department Update XIII. 2026-861 Resolution of Somerset Township Road District — Casey Road XIV. 2026-862 Resolution of Section 21-00185-00 BT - Multi USe Trail Construction XV. 2026-863 Propsed - FY27 Highway Budget Real Property Committee Meeting Wednesday, October 14, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Page 2 of 2 …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Review

Jackson County Board of Review to hear property tax appeals

The Board of Review will meet to discuss a Certificate of Error and review numerous property tax appeals. The board will evaluate requests related to factual errors and tax exemptions for various property owners.

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✓ Decided: Jackson County Board of Review approved multiple property tax certificates of error

The Board of Review approved a series of property tax certificates of error, ranging from case numbers 2025-000340 through 2025-000390. Case number 2025-000347 was voided, case number 2025-000373 was excluded from the motion, and case number 2025-000390 was held pending further documentation from the taxpayer.

900 WALNUT ST, MURPHYSBORO
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Board of Review Meeting Tuesday, October 13, 2026 9:00 AM 900 Walnut St Call to Order 1. 2026-847 Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/26386635701082?p=LRMrnCzT22NCedWGR6 Meeting ID: 263 866 357 010 82 Passcode: 7YL76WG9 Need help? | System reference Dial in by phone +1 469-965-2480,,303472276# United States, Northlake Find a local number Phone conference ID: 303 472 276# For organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Approval of Minutes Appeals Certificate of Error 2. 2026-848 DISCUSS CERTIFICATE OF ERROR # 390 3. 2026-875 OCT. 13 2026 2025-000340 19-06-353- 009 JONES FACTUAL 2025-000341 15-17-477- 017 GEHRS EXEMPTIONS 2025-00034215-16-462- 036 YOUNG EXEMPTIONS 2025-00034314-09-355- 004 AKEN EXEMPTIONS 2025-00034414-04-128- 005 BELLMAN EXEMPTIONS 2025-000345 19-07-251- 003 CAPPS EXEMPTIONS 2025-000346 18-15-100- 010 CRONIN EXEMPTIONS 2025-000347 VOID VOID VOID 2025-000348 14-05-460- 005 NICHOLS EXEMPTIONS 2025-000349 15-09-176- 019 ZARAGOZA EXEMPTIONS 2025-000350 19-13-326- DZIEGIELEWSKI EXEMPTIONS Board of Review Meeting Tuesday, October 13, 2026 9:00 AM 900 Walnut St Page 2 of 3 013 2025-000351 18-22-200- 009 GANIEANY EXEMPTIONS 2025-000352 14-25-101- 012 BUSCH EXEMPTIONS 2025-000353 10-21-126- 007 WEST EXEMPTIONS 2025-000354 05-05-328- 012 TRUSTEE EXEMPT 2025-000355 05-05-328- 011 TRUSTEE EXEMPT 2025-000356 05-17-253- 006 TRUSTEE EXEMPT 2025-000357 17-20-37 …
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Board of Review Meeting Tuesday, October 13, 2026 9:00 AM 900 Walnut St Call to Order CALL TO ORDER: 9:00 AM THOSE PRESENT: ALLAN KARNES JESSICA DOERR-BERGER-- STEVE SHAUWECKER-- JOINED MEETING IN PERSON @ 8:05AM ALLAN KARNES-- JOINED THE MEETING IN PERSON at 9:38AM TAMMY EHLERS- SUPERVISOR OF ASSESSMENTS.- LURA FREDERICK- COORDINATOR FOR THE BOARD 1. 2026- 847 Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/26386635701082?p=LRMrnCzT22NCedWGR6 Meeting ID: 263 866 357 010 82 Passcode: 7YL76WG9 Need help? | System reference Dial in by phone +1 469-965-2480,,303472276# United States, Northlake Find a local number Phone conference ID: 303 472 276# For organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Approval of Minutes Appeals Certificate of Error 2. 2026-848 DISCUSS CERTIFICATE OF ERROR # 390 REACH OUT TO THE TAXPAYER AND HAVE THEM SUBMIT DOCUMENTATION TO THE PARCEL, SO WE ARE ABLE TO CONTINUE WITH THE EXEMPTION. 3. 2026-875 OCT. 13 2026 2025-000340 19-06-353- 009 JONES FACTUAL 2025-000341 15-17-477- 017 GEHRS EXEMPTIONS 2025-00034215-16-462- 036 YOUNG EXEMPTIONS 2025-00034314-09-355- 004 AKEN EXEMPTIONS 2025-00034414-04-128- 005 BELLMAN EXEMPTIONS 2025-000345 19-07-251- 003 CAPPS EXEMPTIONS 2025-000346 18-15-100- 010 CRONIN EXEMPTIONS 2025-000347 VOID VOID VOID 2025-000348 14-05-460- 005 NICHOLS EXEMPTIONS 2025-000349 15-09-176- 019 ZARAGOZA EXEMPTIONS 2025-000350 19-13-326- 013 DZIEGIELE …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

Finance Administration Committee to review FY27 draft budget

The Finance and Administration Committee will meet to review the draft budget for fiscal year 2027. The meeting includes reports from the chair and time for old and new business.

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1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
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Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Tuesday, October 13, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Christine Snyder, Chair Nel Battrell Dan Bost Andrew Erbes Van Ikner Debra Mileur Daniel Presley Call to Order Chair's Report Finance I. 2026-869 Review of FY27 Draft Budget Old Business New Business Executive Session Adjourn
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 17:00

Human Resources Subcommittee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:00

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

Jackson County committee to weigh changes to civil fees, solar, wind, and battery energy rules

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM in the Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room. The committee will vote on minutes, ambulance monthly claims, and a fourth amendment to the Critical Care Ground Transportation Agreement with Air Methods, LLC, and will hear reports on animal control, the health department, solid waste, and the State's Attorney. It will also consider a resolution to amend civil fees and criminal and traffic assessments charged by the Clerk of the Circuit Court. Several energy and land-use items are listed for discussion, including a data center review ordinance, amendments to the commercial solar siting ordinance, and ordinances for battery energy storage, commercial wind, and industrial farming.

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1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
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Legislative and Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Daniel Presley, Chair Tonya Knust Kevin Lister Faith Miller Tamiko Mueller Christine Snyder Call to Order Approval of Minutes I. 2026-828 Approval of September 15, 2026, Minutes Ambulance Service II. 2026-829 Approval of Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims III. 2026-830 Approval of Fourth Amendment to the Critical Care Ground Transportation Agreement with Air Methods, LLC IV. 2026-831 Chief's Report Animal Control V. 2026-832 Animal Control Facility Updates Heath Department & Solid Waste VI. 2026-833 Jackson County Health Department VII. 2026-834 Solid Waste Enforcement VIII. 2026-835 Solid Waste Fund Update IX. 2026-836 Recycling Program Emergency Management State's Attorney X. 2026-837 State's Attorney Monthly Update Legislative Legislative and Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, October 6, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Page 2 of 2 XI. 2026-839 Resolution to Amend Resolution #2022-41 Establishing: Civil Fees and Criminal and Traffic Assessments to be Charged by the Clerk of the Circuit Court Citizen Comments Old Business XII. 2026-840 Veterans Assistance Commission follow-up New Business XIII. 2026-841 AFSCME Resolution in Support of Choate Mental Health Employees XIV. 2026-842 Discussion of Data Center Ordinance Regarding a Commission to …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

Jackson County committee to vote on $967,944 property/liability and $144,210 work comp insurance renewals

The Jackson County Finance and Administration Committee meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM in the Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room. The committee will consider renewing its property and liability insurance premium at $967,944.00 and its workers' compensation premium at $144,210.00. It will also review auto/equipment purchases, an ordinance directing surplus equity awards be paid from the Tort liability fund, and approval of on-demand claims totaling $24,503.46. The agenda ends with an executive session to discuss personnel under the Illinois Open Meetings Act.

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1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
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Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Monday, October 5, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Christine Snyder, Chair Nel Battrell Dan Bost Andrew Erbes Van Ikner Daniel Presley Call to Order Approval of Minutes I. 2026-819 Approval of September 14, 2026, Meeting Minutes Chair's Report Insurance II. 2026-826 Work Comp Premium Renewal in the amount of $144,210.00 III. 2026-827 Property and Liability Premium Renewal $967,944.00 Finance IV. 2026-820 Auto/ Equipment Purchases V. 2026-821 Ordinance Providing That Surplus Equity Awards Shall Be Paid From The Tort liability Fund VI. 2026-817 Approval of On-Demand Claims in the amount of $24,503.46 VII. 2026-822 Cash Summaries by Bank VIII. 2026-823 Revenue and Expense by Department IX. 2026-824 County General Fund 101 Summary Labor Old Business New Business Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Monday, October 5, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Page 2 of 2 Executive Session X. 2026-825 Executive Session Under the Illinois Open Meetings Act 2 (c) 1 to Discuss Personnel Adjourn
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00

Jackson/Union Regional Port District

Jackson/Union Regional Port District meets Oct. 5; agenda is mostly procedural

The Jackson/Union Regional Port District is scheduled to meet Monday, October 5, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the Alto Pass Community Center. The only substantive action listed is approval of the August 3, 2026 meeting minutes (item 2026-838). The rest of the agenda consists of standing items — treasurer's report, old business, new business, other business, executive session, and adjournment — with no details on what, if anything, will be taken up.

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Jackson/Union Regional Port District Meeting Monday, October 5, 2026 6:00 PM Alto Pass Community Center Gene Basden II, Ethics Officer Rodney Beckman, Treasurer Bonnie Cissell, Vice-Chair Kent Pitts, Chair Brandon Smithey Nathan Colombo Bill Orrill Call to Order Approval of Minutes I. 2026-838 Approval of August 3, 2026 Meeting Minutes Communication Treasurer's Report Old Business New Business Other Business Executive Session Adjourn
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Review

900 WALNUT ST, MURPHYSBORO
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

Jackson County Executive Committee to consider appointments to 14 boards and districts

The Jackson County Executive Committee meets Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 5:00 PM in the Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room. The agenda includes approval of the September 10, 2026, minutes, a chairman's report, communications, internal office matters, and computing services. Under appointments, the committee will consider filling seats on 14 water districts, boards, and commissions. Old business includes a Community Public Service Award, and an executive session is listed before adjournment.

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1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
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Executive Committee Meeting Thursday, October 1, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room C.J. Calandro, Chair Andrew Erbes Van Ikner Julie Peterson Daniel Presley Christine Snyder Call to Order Approval of Minutes I. 2026-812 Approval of September 10, 2026, Minutes Chairman Report Communications Internal Office Matters Computing Services Appointments II. 2026-814 Alto Pass Water District (1) * Blairsville Water District (2)* Crosswalk Community Action Agency (1)* Devils’ Kitchen Water District (1) * Elverado Water District (4)* ETSB 911 (1) * Farmland Assessment Review Committee (1)* Greater Egypt RPDC (1) * Liquor Advisory Board (1) * Natural Resources Economic Development Board (2)* Executive Committee Meeting Thursday, October 1, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Page 2 of 2 Noxious Weed Commissioner (1)* Shawnee Resource Conservation & Development Area (1) * Southern Most Illinois Tourism Bureau (2)* Old Business III. 2026-813 Community Public Service Award New Business Executive Session Adjourn
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

1001 Mulberry Street, Murphysboro
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 17:00

Liquor Advisory Committee

Jackson County liquor committee to vote on FY27 liquor and gaming license applications

The Jackson County Liquor Advisory Committee meets Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the Jackson County Courthouse, County Board Office. The agenda lists three new business items: approval of the FY27 Liquor License Application (2026-809), approval of the FY27 Gaming Application (2026-810), and approval of FY27 Application Dates (2026-811). The agenda also includes approval of minutes, communications, old business, and a possible executive session. No dollar amounts, specific license holders, or application details are included in the agenda text.

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Liquor Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday, September 30, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Courthouse, County Board Office C.J. Calandro, Liquor Commissioner Daniel Presley Gene Basden Kerri Gale Marsha Casico-Hale Carolyn Ihle Jon Kilquist Call to Order Approval of Minutes Communication Old Business New Business I. 2026-809 Approval of FY27 Liquor License Application II. 2026-810 Approval of FY27 Gaming Application III. 2026-811 Approval of FY27 Application Dates Executive Session Adjourn
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30

Natural Resources Economic Development Board

200 South Illinois Ave, Carbondale
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Review

Board of Review to approve 2026 rules and appeal form

The Jackson County Board of Review is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes, signing certificates of error, and reviewing forms. The board will also approve the 2026 rules and appeal form. Public comment is scheduled before recess.

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✓ Decided: Board of Review approves 2026 assessment appeal form and board rules

The Board of Review approved the 2026 assessment appeal form and the 2026 rules for the board with language changes. The board also approved a series of certificates of error, excluding one voided entry.

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Board of Review Meeting Tuesday, September 22, 2026 8:30 AM 900 Walnut St Call to Order 1. 2026-773 Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/261376615660038?p=WkkuRb1HgsYPAIp1I7 Meeting ID: 261 376 615 660 038 Passcode: ZC3rJ6gs Need help? | System reference Dial in by phone +1 469-965-2480,,268129301# United States, Northlake Find a local number Phone conference ID: 268 129 301# For organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Approval of Minutes Certificate of Error 2. 2026-774 SIGN CERTIFICATE OF ERRORS REVIEW FORMS 3. APPROVE 2026 RULES AND APPEAL FORM Public Comment Recess
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Board of Review Meeting Tuesday, September 22, 2026 8:30 AM 900 Walnut St Call to Order CALL TO ORDER: 8:30 AM THOSE PRESENT: ALLAN KARNES JESSICA DOERR-BERGER-- ARRIVED AT 8:35 AM STEVE SHAUWECKER- TAMMY EHLERS- SUPERVISOR OF ASSESSMENTS.- JOINED IN PERSON @ 8:45AM LURA FREDERICK- COORDINATOR FOR THE BOARD ELIZABETH HUFFMAN JOINED VIA ZOOM- CARBONDALE RESIDENT JUST WANTED TO SEE WHAT HAPPENS AT A BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING. @ 8:50 AM 1. 2026- 773 Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/261376615660038?p=WkkuRb1HgsYPAIp1I7 Meeting ID: 261 376 615 660 038 Passcode: ZC3rJ6gs Need help? | System reference Dial in by phone +1 469-965-2480,,268129301# United States, Northlake Find a local number Phone conference ID: 268 129 301# For organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Approval of Minutes Certificate of Error OLD BUSINESS-- DKT # 261- SENIOR FREEZE WAS DENIED- DUE TO LACK OF COMPLETE INCOME.-- #272, #290, AND #297 ALL APPROVED. MOTION TO APPROVE CERTIFICATE OF ERROR # 2025-000301 THROUGH #2025- 00003339— EXCEPT #320(VOID) MADE BY STEVE SHAUWECKER- 2ND-- BY JESSICA DOERR-BERGER ALL IN FAVOR 2. 2026-774 SIGN CERTIFICATE OF ERRORS REVIEW FORMS MOTION TO APPROVE 2026 ASSESSMENT APPEAL FORM MADE BY ALLAN KARNES 2ND BY STEVE SHAUWECKER ALL IN FAVOR MOTION TO APPROVE 2026 RULES OF THE JACKSON COUNTY BOARD OF REVIEW * WITH LANGUAGE CHANGES* MADE BY STEVE SHAUWECKER 2ND BY JESSICA DOERR-BERGER ALL …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:00

County Board

County Board to fill District 1 vacancy, approve audit and payments

The Jackson County Board is meeting to fill a District 1 vacancy, hear an audit presentation, and approve a consent agenda that includes numerous payments and resolutions. The board will also consider an energy efficiency plan, a Heartland proposal, and a budget update.

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✓ Decided: Jackson County Board appoints new members and approves various payments

The Board appointed Jason Svanda to the District 1 seat and filled several administrative and board vacancies. The Board approved the Jackson County Energy Efficiency Plan and authorized multiple payments for county claims, ambulance services, and highway costs.

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Chair C. J. Calandro - District 3 Members Tonya Knust - District 1 Dan Bost - District 2 Faith Miller - District 4 Julie Peterson - District 5 Daniel Presley - District 6 Nel Battrell - District 7 Vice Chair Andrew Erbes - District 2 Members Jan L. Phillips - District 1 Tamiko Mueller - District 3 Christine Snyder - District 4 - District 5 Van Ikner- District 6 Kevin Lister - District 7 County Board Meeting Tuesday, September 22, 2026 6:00 PM Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4 Invocation Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Recognition of Visitors Citizen Comments Communications Agency Reports Chairman Report I. 2026-778 Appointment of District 1 Vacancy II. 2026-779 DRAFT October Calendar III. 2026-780 Audit Presentation Approval of Consent Agenda County Board Meeting Tuesday, September 22, 2026 6:00 PM Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4 Page 2 of 3 IV. 2026-775 Approval of August 18,2026, Board Meeting Minutes V. 2026-791 Approval of Energy Audit Proposal VI. 2026-792 Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Dental & Vision Claims in the amount of $9,566.42 VII. 2026-793 Approval of Payment of HOPE Trust Medical Administration Claim in the amount of $345,548.00 VIII. 2026-794 Approval of On Demand Claims in the amount of $112,902.45 IX. 2026-795 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-56 Parcel #05-05-328-011 X. 2026-796 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-57 Parcel #05-05-0328-012 …
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County Board Meeting Tuesday, September 22, 2026 6:00 PM Jackson County Courthouse, Courtroom 4 Invocation Call to Order Chairman Calandro called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Members present: Knust, Bost, Mueller, Miller, Snyder, Peterson, Mileur, Presley, Ikner, Battrell, Lister, Erbes, Calandro. Members absent: Phillips. Recognition of Visitors Citizen Comments Mr. Cano, with the USDA, spoke on the collaboration with the USDA and the new US Fire Agency. Mr. Archer proposed an amendment to the bylaws concerning Citizens Comments during County Board Meetings. Ms. Knust presented documentation to the Board concerning Christine Snyder not residing in District 4 and asked Board to take action. Communications Agency Reports Peterson spoke on the following: The Greater Egypt Executive Committee met on September 8, 2026 at the Marion office. The members approved the August staff report, grants or contracts executed by the Executive Director which included three IEPA grants and the IDOT Long Range Transportation grant, and the list of bills. The committee also discussed extending the deadline for submissions for this year's service awards until the end of September. The next full commission meeting will be October 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Marion office. Mueller spoke on the following: The Jackson Growth Alliance collaborates with SI Now to produce a booklet that showcases Jackson County bu …
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 17:00

Real Property Committee

Committee to discuss dilapidated buildings ordinance and ADA survey

The Jackson County Real Property Committee is meeting to handle routine approvals and discuss several land-use and property items. Notable discussions include a possible dilapidated buildings ordinance, an ADA transition survey, and updates from the highway department and county buildings and grounds.

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✓ Decided: Real Property Committee approves $774,712.80 in highway claims

The committee approved monthly highway claims and a land split for a property in Ava. Members discussed a port feasibility study and the status of the Union Hill Road project.

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Real Property Committee Meeting Wednesday, September 16, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Julie Peterson, Chair Nel Battrell Dan Bost Van Ikner Jan Phillips Christine Snyder Call to Order Approval of Minutes I. 2026-761 Approval of August 12, 2026, Minutes Communications Land Use & Economic Development II. 2026-762 Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission III. 2026-763 Supervisor of Assessments Land Split McBride to McBride Parcel #02-25-476-002 IV. 2026-764 Jackson Growth Alliance V. 2026-765 Southwest Connector Taskforce Highway Department VI. 2026-766 Jackson County Bike Routes VII. 2026-767 Approval of Payment of Highway Monthly Claims VIII. 2026-768 County Highway Department Update County Buildings & Grounds IX. 2026-769 Discussion of Dilapidated Buildings Ordinance X. 2026-770 ADA Transition Survey Discussion Old Business New Business Real Property Committee Meeting Wednesday, September 16, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Page 2 of 2 Executive Session Adjourn
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Real Property Committee Meeting Wednesday, September 16, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Call to Order ( 5:04 P.M.) Present: Peterson, Battrell, Bost, Ikner, Snyder Also Present: Samantha Sullivan, Sammie Craig, Kevin Lister, Tammy Ehlers, Mitch Burdick Peterson recognized the visitors and gave Sammie Craig who is a Community Health Worker with Jackson County Health Department the opportunity to speak. Craig said that they are looking to identify a smaller community in need to offer technical assistance such as safe route to school, sidewalk and pedestrian network improvements, bicycle infrastructure planning, and downtown walkability enhancements. Craig passed out technical assistance menus to the committee. Craig answered questions from the committee. Approval of Minutes I. 2026-761 Approval of August 12, 2026, Minutes A motion was made by Snyder, seconded by Battrell, to approve the August 12, 2026, minutes as presented. The motion carried by unanimous vote. Communications Peterson made the committee aware that she did attend the SIMMS ribbon cutting on August 28,2026. Kinkaid Reed's Creek Conversancy district did reach out to Peterson about grant work and she did point them in the direction of Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission while NRED is on hold. Land Use & Economic Development II. 2026-762 Greater Egypt Regional Planning & Development Commission Peterson reported that they did have …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:00

Legislative and Public Safety Committee

Committee to consider solar, wind, battery storage ordinance

The Jackson County Legislative and Public Safety Committee is meeting to consider a new ordinance on solar, wind, and battery storage, and to discuss a draft data center ordinance. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and ambulance claims, updates from county departments, and a personnel executive session.

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✓ Decided: Jackson County committee approves $137,068.17 for ambulance service claims

The Legislative and Public Safety Committee approved the payment of monthly ambulance claims and the minutes from their previous meeting. Members also discussed potential changes to recycling contracts, the development of a data center ordinance, and the possible establishment of a Veterans Assistance Commission. The committee tabled a discussion regarding solar, wind, and battery storage ordinances until October.

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Legislative and Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, September 15, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Daniel Presley, Chair Tonya Knust Kevin Lister Faith Miller Tamiko Mueller Jan Phillips Christine Snyder Call to Order Approval of Minutes I. 2026-751 Approval of August 11,2026, Minutes Ambulance Service II. 2026-752 Approval of Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims III. 2026-753 Chief's Report Animal Control Heath Department & Solid Waste IV. 2026-754 Jackson County Health Department V. 2026-755 Solid Waste Enforcement VI. 2026-756 Solid Waste Fund Update VII. 2026-757 Recycling Program Emergency Management State's Attorney VIII. 2026-758 State's Attorney Monthly Update Legislative Citizen Comments Legislative and Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, September 15, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Page 2 of 2 Old Business IX. 2026-771 Update on Data Center Ordinance Draft New Business X. 2026-772 Discussion on Veterans Assistance Commission XI. 2026-760 Consideration of a Solar, Wind, and Battery Storage Ordinance Executive Session XII. 2026-759 Executive Session Under the Illinois Open Meeting Act 2 (c) 1 to Discuss Personnel Adjourn
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Legislative and Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, September 15, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Call to Order (5:00 P.M.) Present: Presley, Knust, Lister, Miller, Mueller, Snyder Also Present: Nel Battrell, Dan Bost, Debbie Mileur, Joni Bailey, Kerri Gale, Mark Kuhns, Peggy Wilken Approval of Minutes I. 2026-751 Approval of August 11,2026, Minutes A motion was made by Snyder, seconded by Miller, to approve the August 11, 2026, minutes as presented. The motion carried by unanimous vote. Ambulance Service II. 2026-752 Approval of Payment of Ambulance Monthly Claims A motion was made by Miller, seconded by Snyder, to approve the payment of ambulance monthly claims in the amount of $137,068.17. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote; YES (6) Presley, Knust, Lister, Miller, Mueller, Snyder NO (0) III. 2026-753 Chief's Report Chief Kuhns updated the committee in the month of August he handed out three critical life- saving awards to crew members of the Jackson County Ambulance Service. They also had their 3rd annual family day, which was well received, and they participated in the annual school administrative planning for Carbondale and Murphysboro school districts. The Jackson County Sheriffs department utilized the back garage space for training. Mueller expressed her appreciation to Chief Kuhns concerning the crew members who received the critical life-saving award. Animal Control Heath …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Review

Jackson County Board of Review meets to handle property assessment appeals

The Jackson County Board of Review is meeting to conduct routine business, including approving minutes, considering a Certificate of Error, and taking public comment. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy items listed.

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✓ Decided: Board of Review approves specific Certificates of Error

The Board of Review approved a range of Certificates of Error from #2025-000258 through #2025-0000300, with several specific exceptions. Certain items were placed on hold or voided.

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Board of Review Meeting Tuesday, September 15, 2026 9:00 AM 900 Walnut St Call to Order 1. 2026-734 Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/29910222039212?p=08h3SD29AFZRXwwn60 Meeting ID: 299 102 220 392 12 Passcode: Za7nn6sP Need help? | System reference Dial in by phone +1 469-965-2480,,574872428# United States, Northlake Find a local number Phone conference ID: 574 872 428# For organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Approval of Minutes Certificate of Error Public Comment Recess
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Board of Review Meeting Tuesday, September 15, 2026 9:00 AM 900 Walnut St Call to Order CALL TO ORDER: 9:00 AM THOSE PRESENT: ALLAN KARNES JESSICA DOERR-BERGER STEVE SHAUWECKER- JOINED THE MEETINGS IN PERSON AT 9:20 AM TAMMY EHLERS- SUPERVISOR OF ASSESSMENTS. LURA FREDERICK- COORDINATOR FOR THE BOARD 1. 2026- 734 Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/29910222039212?p=08h3SD29AFZRXwwn60 Meeting ID: 299 102 220 392 12 Passcode: Za7nn6sP Need help? | System reference Dial in by phone +1 469-965-2480,,574872428# United States, Northlake Find a local number Phone conference ID: 574 872 428# For organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Approval of Minutes Certificate of Error MOTION TO APPROVE CERTIFICATE OF ERROR # 2025-000258 THROUGH 2025- 0000300 — EXCEPT #261( HOLD FOR MORE INFORMATION), #272,(- HOLD-REVISIT), #273, (VOID)-#290,(HOLD- CHECK AGE)--. #194--- APPROVED OLD BUSINESS MADE BY ALLAN KARNES 2ND BY JESSICA DOERR-BERGER Public Comment Recess NEXT MEETING: SEPTEMBER 22, 2026- 8:30 A.M. MEETING ADJOURNED: 10:20AM [MIN_SIGNATURES]
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:00

Finance Administration Committee

Committee to approve $345,548 medical claim and delinquent tax resolutions

The Jackson County Finance and Administration Committee will consider approving payments including a $345,548 Hope Trust medical administration claim, a $9,566.42 dental and vision claims payment, and $112,902.45 in on-demand claims. Members will also vote on eight delinquent tax resolutions for specific parcels and discuss a tort liability fund option for surplus equity claims. The agenda includes routine items like meeting minutes, travel expenses, and cash summaries, plus an executive session to discuss personnel.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $345,548 medical claim, advances delinquent tax resolutions

The Finance and Administration Committee approved payment of Hope Trust Dental & Vision claims ($9,566.42) and a Hope Trust Medical Administration claim ($345,548.00), along with $112,902.45 in on-demand claims. The committee approved seven delinquent tax resolutions covering various parcels. On the Tort Liability Fund option, the committee reached consensus to have the State's Attorney's office draft an ordinance and resolution for October's meeting. Board member travel expenses were sent to the full board by consensus, and the committee directed staff to begin negotiations on moving BS&A software to the cloud.

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Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Monday, September 14, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Christine Snyder, Chair Nel Battrell Dan Bost Andrew Erbes Van Ikner Daniel Presley Call to Order Approval of Minutes I. 2026-735 Approval of August 10, 2026, Meeting Minutes Chair's Report Insurance II. 2026-731 Work Comp Update III. 2026-736 Approval of Payment of Hope Trust Dental & Vision Claims in the amount of $9,566.42 IV. 2026-737 Approval of Payment of Hope Trust Medical Administration Claim in the amount of $345,548.00 Finance V. 2026-732 Payment of Board Member Travel Expenses in the amount of VI. 2026-733 Approval of On-Demand Claims in the amount of $112,902.45 VII. 2026-739 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-56 Parcel #05-05-328-011 VIII. 2026-740 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-57 Parcel #05-05-328-012 IX. 2026-741 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-58 Parcel #05-17-253-006 X. 2026-742 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-59 Parcel #5586 XI. 2026-743 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-60 Parcel #5317 XII. 2026-744 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-61 Parcel #17-20-377-006 XIII. 2026-745 Approval of Delinquent Tax Resolution 2026-62 Parcel #17-20-377-014 XIV. 2026-749 PA 104-0553 Tort Liability Fund Option for Surplus Equity Claims XV. 2026-746 Cash Summaries by Bank Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Monday, Se …
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Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Monday, September 14, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Call to Order ( 5:04 P.M.) Present: Snyder, Battrell, Bost, Ikner, Presley Absent: Erbes Also Present: Kevin Lister, Josh Barringer, Liz Stevenson, Cleta Shirley, Peggy Wilken, Mary Beth Varner, Marsha Cascio-Hale, Joni Bailey Approval of Minutes I. 2026-735 Approval of August 10, 2026, Meeting Minutes A motion was made by Battrell, seconded by Ikner, to approve the August 10, 2026, minutes as presented. The motion carried by unanimous vote. Chair's Report Insurance II. 2026-731 Work Comp Update The County Administrator updated the committee that the county has received back the work comp audit. In the audit, they billed the county additional money, but some people were incorrectly categorized. The board staff went back through the audit and recategorized those people, and now the county owes nothing. III. 2026-736 Approval of Payment of Hope Trust Dental & Vision Claims in the amount of $9,566.42 A motion was made by Bost, seconded by Presley, to approve payment of Hope Trust Dental & Vision Claims in the amount of $9,566.42. The motion carried by unanimous vote. IV. 2026-737 Approval of Payment of Hope Trust Medical Administration Claim in the amount of $345,548.00 A motion was made by Battrell, seconded by Ikner, to approve payment of Hope Trust Medical Administration Claim in the amount of $345,548.0 …
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Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

Jackson County Executive Committee meets September 10, 2026

The Executive Committee will meet to discuss internal office matters and computing services. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Rendleman Award and an energy audit proposal.

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✓ Decided: Committee advances energy audit for Jackson County Jail, sends appointments to full board

The Executive Committee approved a recommendation to the full board to accept an energy audit proposal aimed at improving energy efficiency at the Jackson County Jail, tied to a DCEO Energy Improvement Grant. It also approved recommendations to the full board for several appointments and re-appointments to county water, health, transit, and economic development boards. A discussion of the Rendleman Award was postponed to next month because of Mueller's absence. During citizen comment, a resident raised concerns about a large-scale chicken farm planned near her home, and the chairman directed that the topic go to the Legislative and Public Safety Committee's October agenda.

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||Executive Committee Meeting Thursday, September 10, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room|C.J. Calandro, Chair Andrew Erbes Van Ikner Julie Peterson Daniel Presley Christine Snyder Jan Phillips| |---|---|---| |Call to Order||| |Approval of Minutes||| |I. 2026-720 Chairman Report|Approval of August 06,2026, Minutes|| |II. 2026-721 Communications Internal Office Matters Computing Services Appointments|District 1 Vacancy|| |III. 2026-722|Buncombe Water District (2) *|| |IV. 2026-723|Jackson County Board of Health (1)*|| |V. 2026-724|Jackson County Mass Transit (3) *|| |VI. 2026-725|Murdale Water District (1) *|| |VII. 2026-726 Old Business|Natural Resources Economic Development Board (NRED) (3) *|| |VIII. 2026-727 New Business|Discussion Regarding Rendleman Award|| |IX. 2026-728|Energy Audit Proposal|| ## Executive Committee Meeting Thursday, September 10, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room ## Executive Session Adjourn
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Executive Committee Meeting Thursday, September 10, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff's Office Conference Room Call to Order (5:00 P.M.) Present: Calandro, Erbes,Peterson, Presley, Snyder Absent: Ikner Also Present: Kevin Lister, Nel Battrell, Robert Burns, Mary Beth Varner, Kerri Gale, Erin Ashley Approval of Minutes I. 2026-720 Approval of August 06,2026, Minutes A motion was made by Peterson, seconded by Erbes, to approve the August 6,2026, minutes as presented. The motion carried by unanimous vote. Chairman Report II. 2026-721 District 1 Vacancy Calandro notified the committee that District 1 Board Member Jan Phillips resigned. Calandro thanked Phillips for his service as a Jackson County Board member. Communications Internal Office Matters Computing Services Calandro asked Barringer if he had an update for the committee. Barringer asked direction from the committee on the BS&A cloud upgrade. Presley stated that the direction of the July Finance Committee meeting was to go with upgrading it once a year at a cost of approximately $40,000. Barringer notified the committee that there are issues with the current version. There is a push from elected offices to upgrade to the cloud. Presely asked to get the cloud option, would that be something that Barringer would schedule right away? Barriger stated not right away but that he would build a line for it in next year's budget. Appointments III. 2026-722 Buncombe Water District (2 …
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Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 17:00

Human Resources Subcommittee

Jackson County HR Subcommittee to discuss AI policy and Affirmative Action Plan

The Human Resources Subcommittee will meet on September 9, 2026, to review the July 22 meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions regarding an Artificial Intelligence Use Policy and an Affirmative Action Plan.

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HR Sub-Committee Meeting Wednesday, September 9, 2026 5:00 PM Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Conference Room Andrew Erbes, Chair Faith Miller Christine Snyder Call to Order Approval of Minutes I. 2026-717 Approval of July 22, 2026, Meeting Minutes Chair's Report Old Business II. 2026-718 Artificial Intelligence Use Policy III. 2026-719 Affirmative Action Plan New Business Executive Session Adjourn
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 13:00

Board of Review

Board of Review to hear property tax appeal and certificate of error

The Jackson County Board of Review is meeting to approve minutes, hear a property tax appeal, consider a certificate of error, and hold a PTAB hearing. The agenda includes one specific appeal case and a public comment period.

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✓ Decided: Jackson County Board of Review approved and denied certificates of error

The Jackson County Board of Review met on September 8, 2026, and addressed certificates of error, approving numbers 2025-000216 through 2025-0000257 with specific exceptions. Number 256 was denied due to income, number 228 was held for farmland reevaluation, and number 194 was approved as an old business. The board also noted a PTAB hearing (2023-03154) scheduled for 3:15 p.m. and adjourned at 3:31 p.m.

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Board of Review Meeting Tuesday, September 8, 2026 1:00 PM 900 Walnut St Call to Order 1. 202 6- 729 Microsoft Teams meeting Join:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/210546370294147?p=VizfaJjo Nv2mI2xvYE Meeting ID:210 546 370 294 147 Passcode:yW6Bp7PC Need help? | System reference Dial in by phone +1 469-965-2480,,986424397# United States, Northlake Find a local number Phone conference ID:986 424 397# For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Approval of Minutes Appeals Certificate of Error PTAB HEARING 2. 2026-730 2023-03154-- 14-04-253-007- 3:15P.M Public Comment Recess
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Board of Review Meeting Tuesday, September 8, 2026 1:00 PM 900 Walnut St Call to Order THOSE PRESENT: 1:00P.M. ALLAN KARNES JESSICA DOERR-BERGER STEVE SHAUWECKER- TAMMY EHLERS- SUPERVISOR OF ASSESSMENTS. LURA FREDERICK- COORDINATOR FOR THE BOARD 1 . 202 6- 729 Microsoft Teams meeting Join:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/210546370294147?p=Vi zfaJjoNv2mI2xvYE Meeting ID:210 546 370 294 147 Passcode:yW6Bp7PC Need help? | System reference Dial in by phone +1 469-965-2480,,986424397# United States, Northlake Find a local number Phone conference ID:986 424 397# For organizers:Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN Approval of Minutes Appeals Certificate of Error MOTION TO APPROVE CERTIFICATE OF ERROR # 2025-000216 THROUGH 2025- 0000257- EXCEPT #256- DENIED INCOME IS OVER- #228- HOLD FOR FARMLAND REEVALUATED. #194 APPROVED AS OLD BUSUNE MADE BY ALLAN KARNES 2ND BY JESSICA DOERR-BERGER PTAB HEARING 2. 2026-730 2023-03154-- 14-04-253-007- 3:15P.M Public Comment Recess NEXT MEETING: SEPTEMBER 15,, 2026- 9 A.M. MEETING ADJOURNED: 3:31P.M.. [MIN_SIGNATURES]
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 17:00

Executive Committee

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Executive Committee

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Executive Committee

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Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Flood": 5, "Severe Storm": 5, "Biological": 2, "Tornado": · last Thu Mar 26, 2020)
Traffic fatalities13 (5 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments1,196 (16,485 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$977/mo (1,387 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy18.0% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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4
Recorded votes
4
Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.459
All kids
0.410
Black kids
0.297

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Where it’s happening

geocoded land-use decisions
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Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.

Meeting archives

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