Cynthia A. Nighsonger

The Marshall County Board meeting included updates from the Health Department regarding national immunization month and a West Nile case in Lacon. The Zoning update mentioned two hearings for a cell tower alteration and a temporary meteorological tower. The Highway update covered tar cracking on Tax School Road, maintenance work, and a bid letting for Bell Plain Harvest Road Bridge. The board approved the Bell Plain Township Bridge Replacement and the appointment of Kimberlee Paszko to the Varna Fire Protection District. They also discussed trustee tax resolution, public comments on home schooling, and committee reports covering various topics such as animal control, building and grounds, coroner/sheriff activities, EMA updates, finance/budget matters, highway and recycling, human resources and IT, insurance, lower and upper offices, public transportation, airport updates, community mental health, economic development, ETSB, health department staffing, human services transportation, M-P Extension, ROE, Tri-County Opportunities, Upper IL River Valley Development Authority, and zoning and land use.

The Marshall County Board meeting included updates from the Health Department, Zoning, and Highway departments. Discussions covered topics such as flu clinics, permit lists, ditch mowing, crack sealing, and bridge inspections. The board approved the re-appointment of Mike McKinney to the Board of Review, along with multiple trustee tax resolutions for various townships. An Intergovernmental Agreement for District Probation Services was approved, as well as putting the 2026 Budget on the County Clerk's counter for review. The State's Attorney Appellate Prosecutor resolution was also approved. Committee reports included updates on animal control, building and grounds, coroner/sheriff, EMA, finance/budget, county highway & recycling, human resources & IT, insurance, lower & upper offices, public transportation, airport, community mental health, economic development, ETSB, health department, human services transportation committee, M-P Extension, ROE, Tri-County Opportunities, Upper IL River Valley Development Authority, and zoning & land use.

The Marshall County Board meeting included the acceptance of Henry Gauwitz's resignation, the appointment of Travis McGlasson as County Board Chairperson, and Brad Lindstrom as Vice-Chairperson. The Health Department provided an update on the upcoming flu season and a new lab company. Zoning updates included hearings for a text amendment and a special use permit, along with a request to re-appoint John Murphy to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The board also discussed and approved resolutions related to text amendments, special use permits, and cooperative purchasing. Public comments were heard regarding homeschooling regulations. Several trustee tax resolutions were approved, and appointments were made to the Bell Plain Cemetery and the Marshall County Board of Health.

The meeting agenda covered several areas including Health Department updates, noting an increase in influenza cases in Marshall County, and Zoning matters. The Zoning discussion involved approving a resolution related to a Special Use Permit extension request from Prairie Violet Wind LLC for three existing MET Towers associated with the Old Town Wind Project. The Highway Department reported on maintenance activities, including brush trimming and the installation of a guard rail on Harvest Road Bridge. The Recycling report indicated routine operation and submission of annual forms. Correspondence included noting the IRS mileage rate for 2026. The consent agenda included approvals for payment of bills, an appointment to the Marshall-Putnam River Conservancy Board, and the re-appointment of members to the Bell Plain Cemetery Board.

The Marshall County Board meeting included discussions and actions on several key areas. The board approved the appointment of a new member to County Board District 3. Updates were provided on zoning activities, highway maintenance, and recycling efforts. Budget changes were reported, including adjustments to the County Board Salary line and the County Engineer salary. The board approved the 2026 Budget and Levy. Additionally, the board approved the appointment of a member to the Marshall County Airport Board and approved the Rules of Order. There was a discussion regarding a County Seal design. Committee reports covered topics such as animal control, building and grounds, coroner/sheriff, EMA, finance/budget, county highway & recycling, human resources & IT, insurance, lower & upper offices, public transportation, airport, community mental health, economic development, ETSB, health department, human services transportation committee, M-P Extension, ROE, Tri-County Opportunities, Upper IL River Valley Development Authority, and zoning & land use.