McLean County

The McLean County Commission meeting included discussions and actions on several key areas. A proposal for an Active Shooter Exercise was approved pending state approval. Updates were provided on Disaster Emergency Services activities and road maintenance challenges due to rain. The commission addressed a request for a sign on County Road 8 and considered the purchase of a John Deere mower and a V Plow attachment. A boring permit for RTC Networks was approved. The responsibility for road maintenance in Blackwater Township was discussed, with the county agreeing to maintain roads for the remainder of 2025. The meeting recessed for a Tax Equalization Meeting, where residential, commercial, and agricultural real estate sales ratios were approved, and concerns about property value increases were addressed. A three-year agreement with Vanguard was approved. A proposal for flooring installation in the Law Enforcement Center's Dispatch area was approved, and police contracts for several cities were presented. The Pledge of Securities from TruCommunity Bank was accepted, and resolutions for DCHSZ Transfer of Funds and the McLean County Auditor's Sweep Account Transfer of Funds were approved. An appointment was made to the McLean-Mercer Regional Library Board. The fee collection reports from the Recorder and Sheriff were received, and a list of delinquent tax payers was presented. Vouchers for payment were approved. The upcoming McLean County Sheriff's Auction was announced, and the review of budgets was scheduled to begin at the next meeting.

The McLean County Commission meeting included presentations on the Lewis and Clark Development Group and its grant programs. Discussions covered road repairs in Wilton, graveling operations, and mower purchases. The commission authorized the purchase of a truck with a wet kit and a utility trailer. A boring permit request from Falkirk Mining Company was approved. Public hearings were held for permission to operate within 100' of right-of-way and for a temporary road closure, both related to Falkirk Mining Company. The commission reviewed and approved budget proposals for various departments for 2026, including Tax Equalization/Land Use, Veterans Services, Disaster Emergency Services, Employee Risk Management, County Recorder, McLean County Historical Society, State's Attorney, Communications, E-911 Coordinator, Election Expenses, Utilities, Emergency Fund, and Special Assessments. Additionally, several applications for variances and a zoning change were approved.

The McLean County Board of Commissioners approved and adopted the final budget for the calendar year beginning January 1, and ending December 31, 2026. The budget includes allocations for various departments and undertakings, such as Public Safety, Highway Operations, and Special Districts, with specific attention to fund balances, projected revenues, and required levies for each.