Maria D. Watkins

The meeting addressed several key items, including a discussion about purchasing new election tabulators and potentially using ARPA funds for the purchase. The board also discussed the county's representation on the Southern Illinois Economic Development Authority (SIDA) and the need to include it in the book of appointments. Additionally, the board addressed a new nation opioid settlement and directed the appropriate personnel to apply by the deadline.

The board meeting included discussions on the use of ARPA funds for donations to businesses in the county, with Southern Five providing advice on donation methods. Members of the Rise Community Market inquired about the county's ARPA funds and the possibility of a donation. The board also addressed the reappointment of members to the Alexander County Board of Review and tabled the Mayer Network proposal, inviting Mr. Mayer to a future meeting. Additionally, the board approved the payment of various claims, including EMA, Ambulance Department, Highway Department, and Alexander County Payroll claims.

The meeting included discussions on various topics such as a potential property purchase in Future City, the 2023-2024 ICRMT general liability renewal, and the 2024 ICRMT unemployment insurance proposal. The board also discussed the 2024 Alexander County Board Meeting schedule and the FY2025 State Matching Assistance Funds. Additionally, there was a discussion about public defenders and a joint resolution with Pulaski County, as well as cybersecurity training. The board also addressed the Ambulance account's ability to pay bills and decided on a transfer from Early Distribution. Finally, the board approved the payment of various claims, including those for the EMA, Ambulance Department, Highway Department, and Alexander County Payroll.

The board received an update on the Ambulance base renovation, including a pay estimate approval. A wish list for the Ambulance base was discussed, and a progress meeting was scheduled. The board also discussed the GIS software conversion upgrade bill. The treasurer informed the board about the Ambulance Funds being low, and the board agreed to borrow $40,000 from ARPA. There was also a discussion on how to pay for Ambulance services. The board approved to pay claims for various departments and payroll.

The meeting addressed the potential sale of county-owned properties to Timothy Lickfett, and the board approved the sale. The board discussed the possibility of the county taking over a portion of Fayville Road from the town of Thebes, but decided to table the discussion. The board heard a presentation regarding the 2024 Unemployment insurance proposal, and the 2023-2024 General Liability insurance renewal. The board approved the 2024 Alexander County Board of Commissioners meeting schedule. The board discussed the purchasing count owned property in Future City. The board discussed the new Public Defender Fund proposal. The board discussed paving of the courthouse parking lot. The board discussed how to help the Ambulance Department finically. The board approved to pay various claims.