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Livingston County
Board Packet
November 2026
NOTE:
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The Rules, Legislation, Veterans & Community Services Committee will meet at 5:45 p.m. on
Thursday, November 12th, 2026 before the County Board Meeting.

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The Rural Transportation Committee will meet at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 17th, 2026.

Bd Cvr Sht - November 2026

ANNOUNCEMENT
AND
MEETING AGENDA

LIVINGSTON COUNTY BOARD
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2026

6:00 p.m.
LIVINGSTON COUNTY
Historic Courthouse
112 W. Madison St.
Pontiac, Illinois
www.livingstoncountyil.gov

I.

Opening Ceremony
A. Call to Order
B. Invocation by Pastor Ginger Harris
C. Pledge of Allegiance by Bill Mays
D. Roll Call
E. Approval of Agenda
F. Approval of Minutes

II.

Presentations
A. Resolution of Appreciation: Joel Barickman (ACTION)
B. Resolution of Appreciation: Dan Myers (ACTION)
C. Resolution of Appreciation: Jim Blackard (ACTION)

III.

Appearances
A. N/A

IV.

Consent Agenda (ACTION)
A. Approval of Bills
B. Appointments
a. Livingston County Board of Health – Malinda Hillman, Armin Groom, John Rinker &
Andrew Jordan

V.

Action Agenda
A. Committee Reports
1. Highway Committee – Steve Lovell, Chair
ACTION AGENDA
a. Engineering Resolution: Maintenance Resolution appropriating MFT funds for estimated
2027 County Highway General Maintenance Expenses
b. Resolution: Appropriating MFT funds for the 2027 salary of the County Engineer,
Section 27-CSW105-00-AC
c. Quarterly Report: 3rd Quarter 2026
d. Report as Needed
2. Finance Committee – Marty Fannin, Chair
a. Ordinance: Adopting FY 2027 Annual Budget & Appropriations (ACTION)
b. Ordinance: Providing for the Levy of Livingston County Taxes (ACTION)
c. Ordinance: Providing for the Levy of Taxes: Mental Health Fund Levy &
Developmentally Disabled Person Fund Levy (ACTION)

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d. Ordinance: Providing for the Levy of Taxes: Southeast Livingston County Ambulance
Service Fund (ACTION)
e. Report as Needed
3. Agriculture and Zoning Committee – Michael Haag, Chair
a. Resolution: Zoning Case SU-3-26 – Illinois Cement Company, LLC (ACTION)
b. Resolution: Zoning Case SU-5-26 RPIL Solar 19, LLC (ACTION)
c. Resolution: Zoning Case ZT-6-26 Data Center Ordinance (ACTION)
d. Resolution: Zoning Case SU-5-23 Junegrass Solar, LLC – Approval of
Decommissioning Agreement (ACTION)
e. Report as Needed
4. Property Committee – Gerald Earing, Chair
a. Report as Needed
5. Sheriff, Jail & License Committee – Bob Weller, Chair
a. Report as Needed
6. Rules, Legislation, Veterans & Community Services – Jack Vietti, Chair
a. Report as Needed
7. Information Technology Committee – Gina Manker, Chair
a. Report as Needed
8. Administrative Committee – Jim Carley, Chair
a. Report as Needed
VI.

Public Comment

VII.

Executive Session
a. 5ILCS 120/2 (c)(21) – Semi-Annual Review of Executive Session Minutes

VIII.

Action Resulting from Executive Session
a. Approval of Executive Session Minutes - Content
b. Determination of Executive Session Status
c. Authorization to Dispose of Verbatim Records

IX.

Communication and Announcements

X.

Adjournment
NEXT MEETING: Monday, December 7, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m.

Co. Bd. Agenda November 12, 2026

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LIVINGSTON COUNTY BOARD
MINUTES OF OCTOBER 15, 2026 MEETING OF THE COUNTY BOARD
OPENING
County Board Chair James A. Carley called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m., in the County Board Room
of the Historic Courthouse, 112 W. Madison, Pontiac, Illinois.
Chair Carley called for a moment of silence in memory of former Sheriff Tony Childress and the mother
of Board Member Paul Ritter.
Pastor Victor Randall presented the invocation. Steven Lovell led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
County Clerk Kristy Masching called roll.

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Present: Gina Manker, Gerald L. Earing, Marty Fannin, Steven J. Lovell, Leroy Rodriquez, John L. Vietti,
Michael Haag, Craig Monson, William Mays, Joel Barickman, Linda Ambrose, Jeffrey Hamilton, Dan
Myers, Seth L. Welch, James A. Carley, Robert F. Weller
Absent: Rebekah Fehr, Paul A. Ritter

Also Present: County Clerk Kristy Masching, Executive Director Alina Hartley, Executive Assistant Jordan
Uselding, Finance Director Diane Schwahn, HR Director Ginger Harris, Outgoing Jail Superintendent Lisa
Draper, Jail Superintendent Christopher Forbes, VAC Superintendent Mike Haerr, Sheriff Ryan Bohm,
Highway Engineer Clay Metcalf, IT Support Alex Sandoval, Paul Scharnett (Hewn Architects)

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AGENDA
Chair Carley called for any changes or additions to the agenda with none requested. Motion by Manker,
second by Fannin to approve the agenda as presented. MOTION CARRIED ON VOICE VOTE WITH ALL
AYES.

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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Carley called for approval of the meeting minutes from the September 17, 2026 regular meeting
and September 17, 2026 public hearing. Motion by Earing, second by Lovell to approve the minutes as
submitted. MOTION CARRIED ON VOICE VOTE WITH ALL AYES.
APPEARANCES
Introduction of Jail Superintendent Christopher Forbes: Sheriff Bohm introduced the new Jail
Superintendent, who provided a brief overview of his background and previous work experience with
the Illinois Department of Corrections. Chairman Carley welcomed him and wished outgoing
Superintendent Lisa Draper well in her next chapter.
Paul Scharnett, Hewn Architects – Historic Courthouse Roof Project Change Order: Scharnett reported
on the progress of the project to date, including the anticipated timeline and change requests. He noted
that an increase in the contingency budget is needed to cover the additional expenses.
Resolution (#2026-10-86): Authorizing Historic Courthouse Roof Project Change Order & Project
Contingency Increase: Motion by Earing, second by Fannin for approval authorizing the Historic
Courthouse roof project change orders and contingency increase. MOTION CARRIED ON ROLL CALL
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VOTE. Ayes: Gina Manker, Gerald L. Earing, Marty Fannin, Steven J. Lovell, Leroy Rodriquez, John L.
Vietti, Michael Haag, Craig Monson, William Mays, Joel Barickman, Linda Ambrose, Jeffrey Hamilton,
Seth L. Welch, James A. Carley, Robert F. Weller Nays: Dan Myers Absent: Rebekah Fehr, Paul A. Ritter
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of Bills
Appointment: Mick Hogan – Odell Fire Protection District
Motion by Weller, second by Manker for approval of the Consent Agenda. MOTION CARRIED ON ROLL
CALL VOTE. Ayes: Gina Manker, Gerald L. Earing, Marty Fannin, Steven J. Lovell, Leroy Rodriquez, John L.
Vietti, Michael Haag, Craig Monson, William Mays, Joel Barickman, Linda Ambrose, Jeffrey Hamilton,
Dan Myers, Seth L. Welch, James A. Carley, Robert F. Weller Nays: None Absent: Rebekah Fehr, Paul A.
Ritter
PROPERTY
Committee Vice Chair Craig Monson reported that the monthly maintenance report was provided and
Hartley discussed the rural transit building project.

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HIGHWAY
Engineering Agreement & Appropriating Resolution (#2026-10-87): CH 16, Sect No. 26-00149-03-BR,
Proposed SN 053-3465 (1650N, 300E) – Hutchison Engineering, Inc., Design for Replacement of existing
bridges 3733 & 3774. Includes Resolution appropriating Road Use Agreement Funds for Local Agency
cost share.
Engineering Agreement & Appropriating Resolution (#2026-10-88): CH1, Sect No. 26-00131-02-BR,
Proposed SN 053-3445 (2600N, 2275E) – Hutchison Engineering, Inc., Design for Replacement of the
existing superstructure. Includes Resolution appropriating Matching Tax Funds for the Local Agency
share of the cost.
Bridge Petition & Engineering Agreement: Belle Prairie Rd. Dist., Sect. No. 26-03114-01-BR, Proposed
SN 053-4254 (215N, 2300E) – Hutchison Engineering, Inc., Township Bridge Program. Design for
Replacement of the existing structure.
Bridge Petition & Engineering Agreement: Charlotte Rd. Dist., Sect. No. 26-05135-00-BR, Proposed SN
053-4255 (1200N, 3240E) – Hutchison Engineering, Inc., Township Bridge Program. Design for
Replacement of the existing structure.
Bridge Petition & Engineering Agreement: Odell Rd. Dist., Sect. No. 26-18128-00-BR, Proposed SN 0534252 (2630N, 2300E) – Hutchison Engineering, Inc., Township Bridge Program. Design for Replacement
of the existing structure.
Bridge Petition & Engineering Agreement: Owego Rd. Dist., Sect. No. 26-19139-00-BR, Proposed SN
053-4256 (1600N, 2355E) – Hutchison Engineering, Inc., Township Bridge Program. Design for
Replacement of existing structure.
Motion by Haag, second by Vietti to approve the Highway action items. MOTION CARRIED ON ROLL
CALL VOTE. Ayes: Gina Manker, Gerald L. Earing, Marty Fannin, Steven J. Lovell, Leroy Rodriquez, John L.
Vietti, Michael Haag, Craig Monson, William Mays, Joel Barickman, Linda Ambrose, Jeffrey Hamilton,
Dan Myers, Seth L. Welch, James A. Carley, Robert F. Weller Nays: None Absent: Rebekah Fehr, Paul A.
Ritter
FINANCE
Presentation of FY 2027 Budget, Levies, and Capital Expenses: Motion by Fannin, second by Ambrose to
place the FY 2027 budget on public display. MOTION CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE. Ayes: Gina Manker,
Gerald L. Earing, Marty Fannin, Steven J. Lovell, Leroy Rodriquez, John L. Vietti, Michael Haag, Craig
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Monson, William Mays, Joel Barickman, Linda Ambrose, Jeffrey Hamilton, Dan Myers, Seth L. Welch,
James A. Carley, Robert F. Weller Nays: None Absent: Rebekah Fehr, Paul A. Ritter
Resolution (#2026-10-89): FY 2026 Budget Transfer: Fannin reported this is a transfer of $20,000 to
cover maintenance expenses at the Public Safety Complex. Motion by Fannin, second by Earing to
authorize the FY 2026 budget transfer. MOTION CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE. Ayes: Gina Manker,
Gerald L. Earing, Marty Fannin, Steven J. Lovell, Leroy Rodriquez, John L. Vietti, Michael Haag, Craig
Monson, William Mays, Joel Barickman, Linda Ambrose, Jeffrey Hamilton, Dan Myers, Seth L. Welch,
James A. Carley, Robert F. Weller Nays: None Absent: Rebekah Fehr, Paul A. Ritter

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Resolution (#2026-10-90): Authorizing Sale of Surplus Property: Fannin reported this is to authorize the
sale of the inoperable former IT Administrative vehicle and include it in the online auction with the
previously approved Sheriff’s vehicles. Motion by Fannin, second by Manker to authorize the sale of
surplus property. MOTION CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE. Ayes: Gina Manker, Gerald L. Earing, Marty
Fannin, Steven J. Lovell, Leroy Rodriquez, John L. Vietti, Michael Haag, Craig Monson, William Mays, Joel
Barickman, Linda Ambrose, Jeffrey Hamilton, Dan Myers, Seth L. Welch, James A. Carley, Robert F.
Weller Nays: None Absent: Rebekah Fehr, Paul A. Ritter
Committee Chair Marty Fannin reported that the only other discussion that took place was regarding
the contingency increase for the Historic Courthouse roof project.

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AGRICULTURE & ZONING
Resolution (#2026-10-91): Zoning Case SU-7-22 Old 66 Solar, LLC – Approval of Decommissioning
Agreement: A copy of the agreement and resolution were provided to the board for review. Motion by
Haag, second by Earing to approve the Decommissioning Agreement for Zoning Case SU-7-22. MOTION
CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE. Ayes: Gina Manker, Gerald L. Earing, Marty Fannin, Steven J. Lovell, Leroy
Rodriquez, John L. Vietti, Michael Haag, Craig Monson, William Mays, Joel Barickman, Linda Ambrose,
Jeffrey Hamilton, Dan Myers, Seth L. Welch, James A. Carley, Robert F. Weller Nays: None Absent:
Rebekah Fehr, Paul A. Ritter

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Committee Chair Michael Haag reported that the RPC and ZBA recommended approval of the Data
Ordinance, and it will be coming to the Board next month. Haag reported that the electronics and
battery recycling event will take place on November 14, 2026.
ADMINISTRATIVE
Livingston County Rural Transportation Plan: Hartley reported that the purpose of the plan is to guide
decisions regarding the improvement and maintenance of public transportation throughout the TriCounty Region. The plan includes a SWOT analysis, priorities, and goals, and will demonstrate the
Board’s support for the items included in the 2026 capital grant application to IDOT. Motion by Earing,
second by Fannin to approve the Livingston County Rural Transportation Plan. MOTION CARRIED ON
ROLL CALL VOTE. Ayes: Gina Manker, Gerald L. Earing, Marty Fannin, Steven J. Lovell, Leroy Rodriquez,
John L. Vietti, Michael Haag, Craig Monson, William Mays, Joel Barickman, Linda Ambrose, Jeffrey
Hamilton, Seth L. Welch, James A. Carley, Robert F. Weller Nays: Dan Myers Absent: Rebekah Fehr, Paul
A. Ritter
Resolution (#2026-10-92): Authorizing 2026 Application for Statewide Transit Capital Assistance:
Hartley reported that this is authorization to submit the applications on behalf of the county. There will
likely be three applications including applications for replacement of vehicles, maintenance software,
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and the transit building. Motion by Haag, second by Manker for approval authorizing the 2026
application for Statewide Transit Capital Assistance. MOTION CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE. Ayes: Gina
Manker, Gerald L. Earing, Marty Fannin, Steven J. Lovell, Leroy Rodriquez, John L. Vietti, Michael Haag,
Craig Monson, William Mays, Joel Barickman, Linda Ambrose, Jeffrey Hamilton, Seth L. Welch, James A.
Carley, Robert F. Weller Nays: Dan Myers Absent: Rebekah Fehr, Paul A. Ritter
SHERIFF, JAIL & LICENSE
Committee Chair Robert Weller reported that monthly reports were provided and the committee had
the opportunity to meet the new Jail Superintendent.
RULES, LEGISLATION, VETERANS, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
Committee Chair Jack Vietti reported that the committee met before the board meeting to review the
appointment of Mick Hogan.

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VAC Superintendent Haerr reported that the Veterans Lunch and Benefits Orientation will be held at the
Elks Lodge in Pontiac on November 8, 2026. Haerr asked attendees to RSVP through the VAC office and
encouraged Board Members to attend.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Committee Chair Gina Manker reported that the IT Administrator provided updates on the Quicket and
Spillman integration, as well as firewall updates and discussed audio solutions for the board room.
PUBLIC COMMENT

The floor was open for public comment.

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ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 6:43 p.m. on motion by Vietti, second by Welch. MOTION CARRIED ON VOICE
VOTE.

ATTEST:

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James A. Carley, Chair

Jordan E. Uselding
Executive Assistant,
On behalf of County Clerk, Kristy Masching

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Livingston County Board Meeting
Summary of Bills Presented - November 12, 2026
General Fund Committees
Finance

Bills Paid Total
1,504,915.96

Public Property

85,807.16

Ag & Zoning

2,465.04

Sheriff, Jail & License

172,769.65

General Fund Total

1,765,957.81

Courthouse Roof Project
Expenses paid thru 10/31/2026
Expenses unpaid as of 10/31/2026

1,649.18
156,437.55
158,086.73

Highway Funds
County Highway
County Highway (paid in Sept)

287,820.13
61,191.56

County Motor Fuel
County Motor Fuel (paid in Sept)

146,152.89
57,316.22

County Aid to Bridges
County Aid to Bridges (paid in Sept)

64,264.85
16,640.01

Matching Tax
Matching Tax (paid in Sept)

44,511.06
0.00

Road Use Agreement
Road Use Agreement (paid in Sept)

0.00
0.00

Township MFT
Township MFT (paid in Sept)

60,632.81
21,888.86

Township Bridge
Township Bridge (paid in Sept)

370,480.80
89,152.88

Highway Funds Total
Highway Funds (paid in Sept)

973,862.54
566,261.40

Veterans Fund
Veterans Assistance Commission

14,691.10

Veterans Total

14,691.10

Livingston County Health Department
310 E. Torrance Ave., Pontiac, IL 61764
Ph. 815-844-7174 * TDD 1-800-526-0844 * FAX 815-844-7468 * www.lchd.us

DATE: October 15, 2026
TO: Jack Vietti, Rules Committee Chair
James Carley, Livingston County Board Chair
FROM: Erin Fogarty, Public Health Administrator
RE: Livingston County Board of Health Appointment
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•

MaLinda Hillman has been recommended for appointment to the Board of Health. The appointment is
for a 3-year term. The new term will cover June, 2026 – June 2029.
Armin (Buzz) Groom has been recommended for appointment to the Board of Health. The appointment
is for a 3-year term. The new term will cover June, 2026 – June 2029.
John M. Rinker, MD has been recommended for appointment to the Board of Health. The appointment
is for a 3-year term. The new term will cover June, 2026 – June 2029.
Andrew Jordan, DDS has been recommended for appointment to the Board of Health. The appointment
is for a 3-year term. The new term will cover June, 2026 – June 2029.

All Board of Health terms end in the month of June for consistency’s sake. Members of the Board of Health and
Tuberculosis Board serve without compensation and come from various locations, so there is geographic
representation of the County on the Board.
As required by the Standing Rules approved October 14, 1999, this letter requests approval of this
recommendation at your next Election, Rules and Legislative Committee meeting and County Board meeting.
Please let me know if any further information is needed.
Thank you,

Erin Fogarty, PhD, MPH, MCHES
Public Health Administrator
Livingston County Health Department
Approved (Date):____________________
__________________________________
Dr. James Carley, Board Chair
__________________________________
Kristy Masching, County Clerk
Livingston County Public Health Department does not discriminate in admission to program or activities and employment in compliance
with all state and federal laws. If you feel you have been discriminated against you have a right to file a complaint with Livingston
County Health Department at 815-844-7174.

LIVINGSTON COUNTY BOARD - HIGHWAY COMMITTEE
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 2, 2026 MEETING
Committee Chair Lovell called the meeting to order at 3:30 pm at the Livingston County Highway Department.
Present:
Absent:
Other Board Members Present:
Others Present:

Lovell, Ambrose, Monson, Welch
Hamilton, Myers, Weller
Carley
Metcalf

Motion to approve the agenda as presented by Welch, second by Monson. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Motion by Ambrose, second by Welch to approve the minutes of the October 6, 2026 regular meeting as presented.
MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.

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COUNTY BOARD ACTION ITEMS:
a. Resolution: Maintenance Resolution appropriating MFT Funds for estimated 2027 County Highway General
Maintenance expenses.
b. Resolution: Appropriating MFT funds for the 2027 salary of the County Engineer, Section 27-CS105-00-AC
c. Quarterly Report: 3rd Quarter of 2026
Metcalf asked that expenses for all Highway Funds be included in the Summary of Bills Presented during each County
Board meeting so there would no longer be a need for Highway Quarterly Reports going forward. There were no
objections. Motion by Welch, second by Monson to recommend full board approval of the county board for all action
items. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
OTHER ITEMS: None

PUBLIC COMMENT: The floor was open for public comment.

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REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS: Motion by Ambrose, second by Monson to approve the bills. MOTION
CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.

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There being no further business to come before the committee, motion to adjourn the meeting by Welch, second by
Monson. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES. Meeting adjourned at 4:00 pm.

Clay A. Metcalf,
County Engineer

LIVINGSTON COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Clay A. Metcalf, P.E., County Engineer
Trent C. Ruestman, P.E., Asst. County Engineer

AGENDA:

Livingston County Board Meeting

DATE:

November 12, 2026

FROM:

Clay Metcalf, County Engineer

1705 S. Manlove Street
Pontiac, Illinois 61764

Ph. (815) 842-1184
FAX (815) 842-3305

County Board Action Items: See attached sheets
I.
II.
III.

Resolution: Maintenance Resolution appropriating MFT Funds for estimated 2027 County Highway General
Maintenance expenses.
Resolution: Appropriating MFT funds for the 2027 salary of the County Engineer, Section 27-CS105-00-AC
Quarterly Report: 3rd Quarter of 2026

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Resolution for Maintenance
Under the Illinois Highway Code
District

County

Resolution Number

Resolution Type

Section Number

3

Livingston

2026-11-

Original

27-00000-00-GM

Board

BE IT RESOLVED, by the

Livingston

County

of the

of

Local Public Agency Type

Governing Body Type

Illinois that there is hereby appropriated the sum of one million

Name of Local Public Agency

two hundred sixty thousand and no 100's

Dollars ( $1,260,000.00

)

of Motor Fuel Tax funds for the purpose of maintaining streets and highways under the applicable provisions of Illinois Highway Code from

01/01/27
Beginning Date

to

12/31/27

.

Ending Date

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that only those operations as listed and described on the approved Estimate of Maintenance Costs,
including supplemental or revised estimates approved in connection with this resolution, are eligible for maintenance with Motor Fuel Tax
funds during the period as specified above.

County

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that

Livingston

of

Local Public Agency Type

Name of Local Public Agency

shall submit within three months after the end of the maintenance period as stated above, to the Department of Transportation, on forms
available from the Department, a certified statement showing expenditures and the balances remaining in the funds authorized for
expenditure by the Department under this appropriation, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk is hereby directed to transmit four (4) certified originals of this resolution to the district office
of the Department of Transportation.

I

Kristy A. Masching

County

Name of Clerk

Local Public Agency Type

Livingston

of

Clerk in and for said

County
Local Public Agency Type

in the State of Illinois, and keeper of the records and files thereof, as

Name of Local Public Agency

provided by statute, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true, perfect and complete copy of a resolution adopted by the

Board
Governing Body Type

of

Livingston
Name of Local Public Agency

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal this

12th

day of

at a meeting held on

11/12/26

November, 2026

.

Day

(SEAL, if required by the LPA)

Date

.

Month, Year

Clerk Signature & Date

APPROVED
Regional Engineer Signature & Date
Department of Transportation

Completed 10/26/26

BLR 14220 (Rev. 12/13/22)

Local Public Agency General Maintenance
Estimate of Maintenance Costs

Submittal Type Original
District

Estimate of Cost For

3

County
Maintenance Period
Beginning
Ending

Local Public Agency

County

Section Number

Livingston County Highway Dept.

Livingston

27-00000-00-GM

01/01/27

12/31/27

Maintenance Items

Maintenance
Operation

Maint Eng Insp.
Category Req.

Aggregate
Patching
Control Bleeding

Material Categories/
Point of Delivery or
Work Performed by
an Outside Contractor

Unit

Quantity

Unit Cost

Total
Maintenance
Operation
Cost

Cost

IIA

No

CA-6 or CA-10 FOB Qrry

Ton

2,000

$15.00

$30,000.00

$30,000.00

IIA

No

CA-16 or FA-6 FOB Qrry

Ton

1,000

$15.00

$15,000.00

$15,000.00

Erosion Control

IIA

No

RR3,RR4,4x8, FOB Qrry

Ton

320

$31.25

$10,000.00

$10,000.00

Ice Control

I

No

Ton

500

$100.00

$50,000.00

$50,000.00

Traffic Control

IIA

No

Each

1,100

$50.00

$55,000.00

$55,000.00

Replace Culverts

IIA

No

Foot

1,600

$25.00

$40,000.00

$40,000.00

Bit. Seal Coat

III

Yes

Rock Salt / Maint. Yd
Signs, Posts, Hardware/
MaintYd
CSCP Various.Sizes /
Maint Yd
Bituminous Matls / Jobsite

Gallon

75,000

$5.00

$375,000.00

$375,000.00

Bit. Seal Coat
Paint Pavement
Marking 4"
Paint Pavement
Marking 4"

III

Yes

Ton

3,700

$50.00

$185,000.00

$185,000.00

III

Yes

Foot

625,000

$0.08

$50,000.00

$50,000.00

III

Yes

Foot

625,000

$0.08

$50,000.00

$50,000.00

Total Operation Cost

$860,000.00

Aggregate Chips / Jobsite
Furnish & Apply / Jobsite,
YELLOW
Furnish & Apply / Jobsite,
WHITE

Maintenance
Local Public Agency Labor
Local Public Agency Equipment
Materials/Contracts(Non Bid Items)
Materials/Deliver & Install/Materials Quotations (Bid Items)
Formal Contract (Bid Items)
Maintenance Total
Maintenance Engineering
Preliminary Engineering
Engineering Inspection
Material Testing
Advertising
Bridge Inspection Engineering
Maintenance Engineering Total
Total Estimated Maintenance

MFT Funds

Estimate of Maintenance Costs Summary
RBI Funds
Other Funds
Estimated Costs

$300,000.00

$300,000.00

$100,000.00

$100,000.00

$860,000.00

$860,000.00

$1,260,000.00

$1,260,000.00

Estimated Maintenance Eng Costs Summary
MFT Funds
RBI Funds
Other Funds
Total Est Costs

$1,260,000.00

$1,260,000.00

Remarks

Completed 10/26/26

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BLR 14222 (Rev. 05/26/23)

Estimate of Maintenance Costs
Local Public Agency

County

Section

Livingston County Highway Dept.

Livingston

27-00000-00-GM

Submittal Type Original
Maintenance Period
Beginning
Ending

01/01/27

12/31/27

SUBMITTED
Local Public Agency Official Signature & Date

Title
County Engineer/Superintendent of Highways Signature & Date

APPROVED
Regional Engineer Signature & Date
Department of Transportation

Digitally signed by Clay Metcalf
Date: 2026.10.26 07:47:41 -05'00'
IDOT Department Use Only

Received Location Received Date
WMFT Entry By

Completed 10/26/26

Additional Location?
Entry Date

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BLR 14222 (Rev. 05/26/23)

Resolution Appropriating Funds for the
Payment of the County Engineer's Salary
Yes

Does the County participate in the County Engineer's Salary Reimbursement Program?

Resolution No 2026-11-

No

Section No 27-00000-00-CS

Livingston

WHEREAS, the County Board of

STP Section No 27-CS105-00-AC

County has adopted a resolution establishing the salary of the County Engineer to

County

be 108.1% of the recommended salary for the County Engineer as determined annually by the Illinois Department of Transportation, and
percentage

Livingston

WHEREAS, the County Board of

County has entered into an agreement with the Illinois Department of

County

Transportation for transfer of Federal Surface Transportation Program funds to pay one-half of the salary paid to the County Engineer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the

Livingston

County Board that there is hereby appropriates the sum of

County

one hundred sixty two thousand, fifty-eight and 00/100
Motor Fuel Tax

Dollars ( $162,058.00 ) from the County's

01/01/27

funds for the purpose of paying the County Engineer's salary from

12/31/27

to

beginning date

Fund

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the

Livingston

and,

ending date

County Board hereby authorizes the Department of Transportation, State of

County

Illinois to transfer eighty one thousand, twenty-nine and 00/100

Dollars

( $81,029.00
) of Federal Surface Transportation Program funds allocated to
Department of Transportation in return for an equal amount of State funds; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by the

Livingston

Livingston

County to the

County

County Board that there is hereby appropriated the sum of

County

Dollars (
funds for the purpose of paying the County Engineer's expenses from

Kristy A. Masching

01/01/27
beginning date

Fund

I

) from the County's

County Clerk in and for said County of

Livingston

to

12/31/27 .
ending date

in the State of Illinois, and

County

Name of Clerk

keeper of the records and files thereof, as provided by statute, do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true, perfect and complete original of
a resolution adopted by the County Board of

Livingston

at a meeting held on

11/12/26

County

I certify that the correct TIN/FEIN number for

Livingston

County is

County

37-6001248

Legal Status: Governmental.

TIN/FEIN Number

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal this
(SEAL, if required by the LPA)

.

date

12th
Day

day of

November, 2026
Month, Year

.

Clerk Signature & Date

APPROVED
STATE OF ILLINOIS, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
For resolutions involving a transfer of STR funds:
BY:
George A. Tapas, P.E., S.E.
Engineer of Local Roads & Streets Signature & Date

Omer Osman, P.E.
Secretary of Transportation Signature & Date

For information about IDOT's collection and use of confidential information review the department's Identity Protection Policy.

Completed 10/26/26

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BLR 09221 (Rev. 01/18/23)

LPA NAME

Livingston

County

Section No

STP Section No

27-00000-00-CS

27-CS105-00-AC

For IDOT Use Only
Dates of the existing agreement between IDOT and County
Dates of the new agreement between IDOT and County

Completed 10/26/26

Beginning

Beginning

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to
to

Ending

Ending

BLR 09221 (Rev. 01/18/23)

LIVINGSTON COUNTY BOARD
FINANCE COMMITTEE
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 4, 2026
Committee Chair Marty Fannin called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Committee Room of the
Historic Courthouse.
Roll Call:
Present: Marty Fannin, Seth Welch, Gerald Earing, Michael Haag, Steven Lovell, William Mays
Absent: Paul Ritter
Also Present:
Executive Director Alina Hartley, Executive Assistant Jordan Uselding, Finance Director Diane Schwahn,
Human Resource Director Ginger Harris, Treasurer Nikki Meier, County Board Members Linda Ambrose,
James Carley

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Fannin called for any additions or corrections to the revised agenda with none requested. Motion by
Earing, second by Lovell, to approve the revised agenda as presented. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL
AYES.
The Committee reviewed the minutes of the October 6, 2026 meeting. Motion by Lovell, second by
Welch, to approve the minutes as submitted. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.

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FY2027 Budget, Capital Requests, & Levies: Schwahn presented county deficit comparables and a
budget-in-brief document highlighting key budget information. Schwahn noted that minor editing
changes were made, but the budget figures remain unchanged. Motion by Earing, second by Haag, to
recommend forwarding the FY2027 Budget and Levies to the full Board. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL
AYES.

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County Clerk Transition / Training Request: Hartley reported that Ores requested the opportunity to
begin training in the County Clerk’s Office prior to the start of her term. Hartley noted that the
County Clerk’s budget does not have sufficient funds to cover the additional salary expense.
Consensus of the Board was to approve the training request at the same rate of pay as the current
County Clerk, with training to begin as soon as possible. Motion by Haag, second by Lovell, to
approve the County Clerk transition training request. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Finance Report: The Committee reviewed the monthly finance report submitted by the Finance
Director. Schwahn noted that Highway bills will now be included in the monthly summary of bills rather
than reviewed quarterly by the Committee.
Review & Approval of Bills: The Committee reviewed the submitted bills. Motion by Welch, second
by Lovell, to approve the bills as submitted. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Public Comment: The floor was opened for public comment.

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Executive Session: Motion by Fannin, second by Mays to go into Executive Session pursuant to 5ILCS
120/2 (c)(21) Semi-Annual Review of Executive Session Minutes. MOTION CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE.
All voted Aye; none Nay. Absent: Paul Ritter
Executive Session began at 6:20 p.m.
Regular Session resumed at 6:28 p.m.
Action Resulting from Executive Session:
Motion by Haag, second by Lovell to approve for content the executive session minutes of June 3, 2025,
January 6, 2026, and August 4, 2026; to keep closed the executive session minutes of June 3, 2025, July
8, 2025, August 5, 2025, January 6, 2026, and August 4, 2026; and to authorize the destruction of all
verbatim records dated eighteen months and older previously approved for content. MOTION CARRIED
WITH ALL AYES.
Motion by Mays, second by Lovell, to adjourn. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
The meeting adjourned at 6:34 p.m.

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Jordan Uselding,
Executive Assistant

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Budget in Brief
An overview of Livingston County’s Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

GENERAL DIVISION
EXPENDITURES
$30,666,058

TOTAL BUDGETED
EXPENDITURES
$57,098,775

The FY2027 Budget was
adopted by the Livingston
County Board on November 12,
2026. This budget covers the
period from December 1, 2026
through November 30, 2027,
and includes funding for services
such as public safety, public
health, economic development
projects, infrastructure
maintenance, and
administrative services. This
budget continues to maintain
the County’s strong financial
position and supports long term
plans.

FY2027 BUDGET SUMMARY

PUBLIC HEALTH
EXPENDITURES
$3,087,109
SPECIAL REVENUE
FUND
EXPENDITURES
$17,185,321

FY2027 CAPITAL
OUTLAY BUDGET
$15,236,786

HIGHWAY
INFRASTRUCTURE
& EQUIPMENT

RURAL
TRANSPORTATION
EXPENDITURES
$4,111,530
MENTAL HEALTH
708 BOARD
EXPENDITURES
$1,073,757
IMRF
EXPENDITURES
$975,000

RURAL
TRANSPORTATION
$2,554,786

$8,945,000
BUILDING
MAINTENANCE &
REPAIRS

CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS &
OUTLAY

$1,255,000

$1,662,000

VEHICLE FLEET
$820,000
Budget in Brief

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LIVINGSTON COUNTY PROPERTY TAXES
In assessment year 2025 (payable in tax year 2026) there was a total of $101,531,057 levied and
extended amongst all the taxing districts within the county. Livingston County Government received
approximately 11¢ of each property tax dollar collected in 2026.
County $0.11
Cities Towns & Villages $0.12

School Districts $0.67

Townships & Road Districts $0.05
Special Districts $0.05

Special Districts consist of Cemetery, Fire, Library, Multi-Township, and Park Districts.

The County’s tax levy in the FY2027 Budget is increasing approximately 4.5%, which is larger than previous
years’ increases, but still resulted in a lower tax rate. The tax rate is based on the Equalized Assessed Value
(EAV) and the amount of property taxes levied. Although the County’s tax rate has declined, the significant
increases in EAV have created higher taxes which could offset any decreases in the rate.
Since the County’s property tax increases are limited by PTELL (Property Tax Extension Limitation Law), we
have struggled a bit to keep up with increasing expenses in some of our tax levied funds - specifically in funds
that do not have any other source of revenue. These have been a priority for the last two years, which resulted
in little to no increase in the General Fund tax levy and only increases for the funds that were required to be at a
certain rate, or required additional funds to cover expenses. Property taxes are a major source of revenue for
the County and support the administrative expenses of the County as well as supporting many of the services
that are available to citizens. Moving forward, the County needs to balance these needs with the needs and
concerns of the citizens of Livingston County.
Information regarding the County’s tax levies – actual/budgeted – can be found in our budget book in the Supplemental
Information and in the County’s Annual Financial Report (Other Information). These worksheets show the rise in EAV as
well as the actual amount of property tax collected for each of our levied funds.

Budget in Brief

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FY2027 General Fund Revenues by Function - $19,043,823
Judiciary & Court Related
10%

Public Safety
22%

General & Administrative
68%

FY2027 General Fund Expenses by Function - $19,043,823
Employee Benefits
11.09%

Other
4.06%
General & Administrative
22.25%

Judiciary & Court Related
12.14%

Public Safety
50.45%

Budget in Brief

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F O C U S
14 Municipalities
30 Townships
90,000 Sun Meals to over
600 Households
20 K-12 School
Districts
6,048 Total cases Filed in
Circuit Clerks Office

16,635 Homestead
Exemptions

6,399 Documents
recorded

194 Full Time
Equivalents
255,729 Sq. Foot
County Buildings

29,804 Rides by
Rural Transportation

17,880 Votes
Cast

Budget in Brief

25,963 Property Tax
Bills Mailed

4,574 Pet
Registrations

$28,500 Financial
Assistance to Veterans

2,549
Immunizations

12,432 Police Reports
Taken or Investigated

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ORDINANCE
2026-11-____________
ANNUAL BUDGET AND APPROPRIATIONS ORDINANCE FOR LIVINGSTON COUNTY,
ILLINOIS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR DECEMBER 1, 2026 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2027
WHEREAS, Illinois law require that Livingston County adopt an annual budget and appropriation for the
succeeding fiscal year (55 ILCS 5/6-1001 through 5/6-1008); and
WHEREAS, Livingston County’s Executive Director and Finance Director, in cooperation with the
elected and appointed officials of Livingston County Government and the relevant Standing Committees of the
County Board, have compiled the following schedules of expenditures and revenues and do hereby recommend
said schedules to this County Board as the Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2027.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, by this County Board of Livingston County, Illinois that the
schedule of expenditures totaling $57,098,775 and the schedule of revenues totaling $49,678,090 hereinafter
specified as the Annual Budget and Appropriations Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2027, be and is hereby
appropriated for the purposes detailed in the Livingston County Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 and
summarized herein for the fiscal period December 1, 2026 through November 30, 2027, said schedules attached
herewith and made a part hereof; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that the appropriations listed and referenced herein are intended to
cover all expenditures to be made by Livingston County for all of the purposes cited herein for said fiscal period;
and
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that all expenditures made during the fiscal period December 1, 2026
through November 30, 2027 are limited to the amounts specified in the schedules cited herein and all
expenditures, payments and appropriations for all county purposes are to be limited by the items of said
schedules. The County Treasurer and Finance Director shall be governed by the items in this Ordinance in the
audit and payment of the bills; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that the schedules contained within this Ordinance have been placed on
file in the Office of the County Clerk upon its introduction to the County Board on October 15, 2026 for a period
of 28 days for the public inspection thereof.

DATED at Pontiac, Illinois this 12th day of November, 2026.

______________________________________
James Carley, Chairman
Livingston County Board
ATTEST:

______________________________________
Kristy A. Masching, County Clerk

_______________________________________
Marty Fannin, Chairman
Livingston County Finance Committee

ORDINANCE
2026-11-___________

AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE LEVY OF TAXES FOR LIVINGSTON COUNTY, ILLINOIS
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR DECEMBER 1, 2026 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2027
BE IT ORDAINED, by this County Board of Livingston County, Illinois as follows:
SECTION 1. That the Annual Appropriation Ordinance of Livingston County, Illinois for the fiscal year
December 1, 2026 through November 30, 2027, has been approved and adopted in accordance with Illinois law and, by
reference, is made a part hereof.
SECTION 2. That $10,044,353 is the total amount of money heretofore legally appropriated for all county
purposes, with $3,725,000 for general county purposes, and $6,319,353 for other purposes, as required by law, be and
the same are hereby levied on all property subject to taxation within Livingston County, Illinois, as the same is
assessed and equalized for tax purposes.
SECTION 3. That the purposes for which said amount of $10,044,353 is hereby levied shall be as follows:
We have apportioned the estimated other income and use of cash reserves to various items of the
budget and would therefore, recommend that the sum of $3,725,000 be levied for the General Fund; and
We further recommend that there be levied the sum of $902,500 to the ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL
RETIREMENT FUND; and
We further recommend that there be levied the sum of $980,273 for the COUNTY HIGHWAY
FUND; and
We further recommend that there be levied the sum of $653,378 for the COUNTY AID TO BRIDGES
FUND; and
We further recommend that there be levied the sum of $666,712 for the FEDERAL AID MATCHING
TAX FUND; and
We further recommend that there be levied the sum of $27,000 for the TUBERCULOSIS CLINIC;
and
We further recommend that there be levied the sum of $595,273 for the PUBLIC HEALTH FUND;
and
We further recommend that there be levied the sum of $1,150,000 for the TORT JUDGMENT &
LIABILITY INSURANCE FUND; and
We further recommend that there be levied the sum of $1,000,000 for the SOCIAL SECURITY
FUND; and
We further recommend that there be levied the sum of $149,217 for the COUNTY EXTENSION
EDUCATION FUND; and
We further recommend that there be levied the sum of $190,000 for the VETERAN’S ASSISTANCE
COMMISSION FUND; and
We further recommend that there be levied the sum of $5,000 for the UNEMPLOYMENT
INSURANCE FUND; and
SECTION 4. That aggregate sum of said taxes to be levied is, and shall be in conformance with, all relevant
provisions of the Property Tax Extension Limitation Act as validated by the County Clerk.
DATED at Pontiac, Illinois, this 12th day of November, 2026.
_______________________________________
James Carley, Chairman
Livingston County Board
ATTEST:
_______________________________________
Kristy A. Masching, County Clerk

_______________________________________
Marty Fannin, Chairman
Livingston County Finance Committee

ORDINANCE
2026-11-___________

AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE LEVY OF TAXES FOR LIVINGSTON COUNTY,
ILLINOIS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR DECEMBER 1, 2026 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2027
WHEREAS the Livingston County Mental Health Board 708 and the Livingston County Mental Health Board
377 are considered independently of the other County tax levies;
THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by this County Board of Livingston County, Illinois, a property tax levy
in the sum of $1,306,305 for Livingston County Mental Health as follows:
$889,065 for the MENTAL HEALTH FUND – 708 BOARD; and
$417,240 for the MENTAL HEALTH FUND – 377 BOARD.
DATED at Pontiac, Illinois this 12th day of November, 2026.
_______________________________________
James Carley, Chairman
Livingston County Board
ATTEST:
_______________________________________
Kristy A. Masching, County Clerk

_______________________________________
Marty Fannin, Chairman
Livingston County Finance Committee

ORDINANCE
2026-11-__________

AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE LEVY OF TAXES FOR SOUTHEAST LIVINGSTON
COUNTY AMBULANCE SERVICE (SELCAS) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027
WHEREAS South East Livingston County Ambulance Service (SELCAS) is a Special Service Area in
Livingston County and as such, requires that their tax levy be approved by the governing municipality; and
WHEREAS the total amount of property taxes to be levied was approved by public hearing in the five
individual districts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by this County Board of Livingston County, Illinois, a property
tax levy in the sum of $ for SELCAS as follows:
$27,746 property tax levy for Chatsworth;
$263,410 property tax levy for Fairbury;
$56,477 property tax levy for Forrest;
$3,408 property tax levy for Strawn;
$210,496 property tax levy for Rural Districts
DATED at Pontiac, Illinois this 12th day of November, 2026.
_______________________________________
James Carley, Chairman
Livingston County Board
ATTEST:
_______________________________________
Kristy A. Masching, County Clerk

_______________________________________
Marty Fannin, Chairman
Livingston County Finance Committee

LIVINGSTON COUNTY BOARD
AGRICULTURE & ZONING COMMITTEE
MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 2, 2026 MEETING
Committee Chair Mike Haag called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

Mike Haag, Paul Ritter, Rebekah Fehr, Joel Barickman, Gerald Earing,
Steven Lovell, and Jack Vietti

Absent:

None

Board Members Present:

Linda Ambrose, Craig Monson, Seth Welch

Also Present:

Zoning Administrator Brittney Miller, Executive Director Alina Hartley,
Administrative Assistant Eryn Brining, Aaron Galloway (Fellheimer Law
Firm), Eric Lovgren (Illinois Cement), John Duncan (Illinois Cement),
Sean McCardle (Renewable Properties), Anne Rowley (TRC)

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Present:

Haag called for other additions or changes to the agenda. Motion by Earing, second by Vietti to approve the
agenda as written. Motion carried by voice vote with all ayes.
The Committee reviewed the minutes the October 5, 2026 committee meeting. Motion by Ritter, second by
Lovell to approve the minutes as submitted. Motion carried by voice vote with all ayes.

Zoning Administrator Report

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Miller reported she had attended the Renewable Energy Conference in Bloomington, IL in October
sharing a heavy focus for municipalities and renewable energy salesman.

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Miller shared she had also attended the IACZO webinar with focus on creating data center ordinances,
Zoning 101 and federal laws. Miller conveyed based off conversations surrounding data center
ordinances that Livingston County has surpassed the recommendations from other counties.
Miller provided an update on the Route 23 violation noting that fees had been assessed for not meeting
the remediation deadline, and collection efforts are being enforced. Miller shared she was still waiting on
a status update from the States Attorney’s office as well.
Miller shared she had met with a student in Paul Ritter’s class last week as part of an effort to offer
direction on the student’s battery recycling project for class; serving as a reminder for the County’s
electronic and battery recycling event to be held November 14th, 2026 at the Livingston County Health
Department.

Business:
a. Case SU-3-26 Illinois Cement Company
This zoning case pertains to the review of a special use to operate a mineral extraction site on an 80-acre
tract of property in an AG, Agricultural District located in unincorporated Chenoa.
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Miller gave a brief overview of the case noting the draft minutes from the October 8, 2026 Zoning
Board of Appeals had indicated the ZBA was satisfied with the new evidence provided for the well
protection and monitoring agreements, property value protection agreement, and complaint resolution
process. Miller added that Andy Keyt (Heyl Royster) had reviewed the items with the ZBA as well.
Discussion took place regarding the neighboring parties’ satisfaction with the agreements, to which a
member shared the neighbors were not yet satisfied.
Motion by Earing, second by Vietti to recommend approval of Case SU-3-26 Illinois Cement Company to the full county
board. Motion carried on roll call vote. Ayes: Mike Haag, Paul Ritter, Joel Barickman, Gerald Earing,
Steven Lovell, and Jack Vietti Nays: Rebekah Fehr Absent: None

b. ZT-6-26 Data Center Ordinance

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Miller gave a brief overview of the case noting the Regional Planning Commission and Zoning Board of
Appeals had reviewed the draft ordinance at their October meetings and recommended approval without
changes. Miller included the items labeled Exhibit A and Exhibit B submitted into evidence by Andy
Keyt.
Motion by Barickman, second by Vietti to recommend approval of Case ZT-6-26 Data Center Ordinance to the full
county board. Motion carried on roll call vote. Ayes: Mike Haag, Paul Ritter, Rebekah Fehr Joel
Barickman, Gerald Earing, Steven Lovell, and Jack Vietti Nays: None Absent: None

c. SU-5-26 RPIL Solar 19, LLC

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This zoning case pertains to the review of a proposed special use to develop a 4.99 MW solar farm on a
34.6-acre tract of land in an AG, Agricultural District, located in Section 2 of Forrest Township, in
unincorporated Forrest.
Miller gave a brief over of the case.

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Miller reported that the solar company is requesting to expedite the decommissioning plan process in an
effort to obtain their building permit. Miller explained that while most solar companies return for
decommissioning plan approval 9 to 12 months after Special Use Permit (SUP) approval, this company
wants to begin construction immediately. Miller raised concerns regarding this expedited timeline.
McCardle explained the company would like to begin construction in March of 2027 as procurement is
underway for the community scale solar project.
Miller reported that she had not yet received the final engineering report, to which Hartley added final
plans would need to be submitted to expedite the process for building permits.
Motion by Ritter, second by Earing to recommend approval of Case SU-5-26 RPIL Solar 19, LLC to the full county
board. Motion carried on roll call vote. Ayes: Mike Haag, Paul Ritter, Rebekah Fehr Joel Barickman,
Gerald Earing, Steven Lovell, and Jack Vietti Nays: None Absent: None

d. Cayuga Ridge Wind Farm Annual Report
Haag reported that the annual report had been received but was determined to be incomplete.
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Miller noted that she met with Cayuga Ridge representatives on October 22, 2026, and found that no
improvements had been made, as the company is still awaiting contractors and materials. Miller shared
following that meeting, Andy Keyt (Heyl Royster) and the attorney for Cayuga Ridge initiated contact;
Miller is currently awaiting a meeting to discuss remediation timelines and enforcement actions.

e. SU-5-23 Junegrass Solar, LLC – Decommissioning Plan
This zoning case pertains to the review of an extension of a previously approved special use to develop a
2 MW solar farm on approximately 19 acres of a 43-acre tract of land in an AG, Agricultural/FP,
Floodplain District located in unincorporated Pontiac near McDowell.
Miller gave a brief overview of the case citing the estimated decommissioning total of $236,449.00
without salvage.

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Motion by Ritter, second by Vietti to recommend approval of Case SU-5-23 Junegrass Solar, LLC Decommissioning
Plan to the full county board. Motion carried on roll call vote. Ayes: Mike Haag, Paul Ritter, Rebekah
Fehr Joel Barickman, Gerald Earing, Steven Lovell, and Jack Vietti Nays: None Absent: None

Haag reported well inspections had been completed at the landfill and all the wells were in compliance.
A member expressed concern over the on-going issues related to the windblown litter along the I-55
corridor and requested a status update. Miller shared that she waiting on a report from the landfill and
she would reach out again for an update.

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Other Issues to Come Before the Meeting:

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Miller reminded the committee that the Electronic and Battery Recycling Event will be held on Saturday,
November 14th, 2026 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Livingston County Health Department, adding
that volunteers are welcome.
Miller reported that Heritage Prairie Wind requested an extension of their working hours to ensure
adequate time to pour cement pads while the weather remains favorable. Miller noted that they do not
currently work on Sundays, but have requested an additional hour daily as well as Sunday work
permissions. Hartley added that the special conditions allow the company to request additional time at
the purview of the Zoning Administrator. Hearing no objections from the committee, Miller decided to
grant the extension through the end of the year, at which point she will reassess the situation.

Public comment:
The floor was open for public comment.

Review and Approval of Bills:
Motion by Vietti second by Ritter to approve the bills as submitted. Motion carried by voice vote with all ayes.

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Adjournment:
Motion by Vietti, second by Barickman to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried by voice vote with all ayes.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

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Eryn Brining, Administrative Assistant
Livingston County Regional
Planning Commission

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RESOLUTION 2026-11-_______
By the
COUNTY BOARD OF LIVINGSTON COUNTY

WHEREAS, Illinois Cement Company LLC, 1601 Rockwell Road, Lasalle, IL and owner, Fred Seeman,
11430 N. 1300 E. Rd., Chenoa, IL, has filed an application for approval of a special use for the operation
of a mineral extraction, known as Livingston County Zoning Case SU-3-26, which is available for
examination in the office of the Livingston County Regional Planning Commission, 112 W. Madison St.,
Pontiac, IL; and
WHEREAS, the legal description of said property being: PIN #21-36-100-011 S36 T27 R5 60 ACRES
N1/2 NW (EX S20 ACS) and 21-36-100-012 S36 T27 R5 20 ACRES S20 ACS N1/2 NW
WHEREAS, the applicant has requested the approval of a mineral extraction, in an AG, Agricultural
District. The applicant submitted documents as part of their application. Additional documents included
in the review of this proposed special use included a Livingston County Soil and Water Conservation
District Natural Resource Information Report, pertaining to Illinois Cement; and
WHEREAS, The Livingston County Zoning Board of Appeals held hearings June 4, 2026, July 9, 2026,
and September 10, 2026. After reviewing testimony regarding this zoning case, the Livingston County
Board of Appeals recommended to the Livingston County Board that Livingston County Zoning Case
SU-3-26 be approved, with conditions of approval that are attached. The Agriculture & Zoning
Committee of the Livingston County Board reviewed Livingston County Zoning Case SU-3-26 at their
August 5, 2026 and November 2, 2026 meetings, at which this committee recommended to the Livingston
County Board the approval of Livingston County Zoning Case SU-3-26.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Livingston County Board that Zoning Case SU-3-26 is
hereby approved with conditions of approval.
Adopted by the County Board of Livingston County, Illinois, this 12th day of November, 2026.

_________________________________________
James Carley, Chairman
Livingston County Board

_____________________________________
Kristy Masching
Livingston County Clerk

RESOLUTION 2026-11-_______
By the
COUNTY BOARD OF LIVINGSTON COUNTY

WHEREAS, RPIL Solar 19, LLC, d.b.a. Renewable Properties, LLC, with owner of said described
property being Donald L. Walter and Susan M. Walter, 3921 N 2400 E Rd, Fairbury, IL 61739, have filed
an application for approval of a special use for the development of a 4.99 MW Solar Farm known as
Livingston County Zoning Case SU-5-26, which is available for examination in the office of the
Livingston County Regional Planning Commission, 112 W. Madison St., Pontiac, IL; and
WHEREAS, the legal description of said property being: PIN #26-02-300-015 S2 T26 R7 34.60 ACRES
S1/2 OF THE FOL DESC LYG N OF THE N ROW LN OF US RTE 24 SW1/4 (EX ROW RR & EX
COM AT THE INTER OF N LN OF ROW OF RR & E LN OF PUB HWY ALG W LN OF SD SEC 2
N150' E150' S150' W150' ALG ROW OF RR).
WHEREAS, the applicant has requested the approval of a 4.99 MW Solar Farm, in an AG, Agricultural
District. The applicant submitted documents as part of their application. Additional documents included
in the review of this proposed solar farm special use included a Livingston County Soil and Water
Conservation District Natural Resource Information Report, pertaining to RPIL Solar 19, LLC; and
WHEREAS, The Livingston County Zoning Board of Appeals held a hearing on October 8, 2026. After
reviewing testimony regarding this zoning case, the Livingston County Board of Appeals recommended
to the Livingston County Board that Livingston County Zoning Case SU-5-6 be approved, with
conditions of approval that are attached. The Agriculture and Zoning Committee of the Livingston
County Board reviewed Livingston County Zoning Case SU-5-26 at their November 2, 2026 meeting, at
which this committee recommended to the Livingston County Board the approval of Livingston County
Zoning Case SU-5-26.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Livingston County Board that Zoning Case SU-5-26 is
hereby approved with conditions of approval.
Adopted by the County Board of Livingston County, Illinois, this 12th day of November 2026.

_________________________________________
James Carley, Chairman
Livingston County Board

_____________________________________
Kristy Masching
Livingston County Clerk

RPIL Solar 19, LLC Conditions of Approval
1. That the applicant's request for this special use approval and the construction and operation of
the project shall be compliant with all federal, state and local regulations now and hereafter in
effect. The construction and operation of the project shall conform to all representations made by
the applicant in its application and all public hearings, and these conditions.
2. The construction of this project should be substantially completed by December 31, 2031,
unless otherwise approved by Livingston County, after a hearing to review any proposed
amendment to extend the construction period.
3. Construction and Routine maintenance activities of the project shall be performed according
to the following schedule;
a. Commence no earlier than 7:00 am and cease by 8:00 pm during the calendar period
from September 1 through May 31, Monday through Friday.
b. Commence no earlier than 7:00 am and cease by 9:00 pm during the calendar period
from June 1 through August 31, Monday through Friday.
c. Commence no earlier than 7:00 am and cease by 4:00 pm on any Saturday.
d. No construction work shall be performed on Sunday.
The company may request approval to work during other times by submitting a request to the
Zoning Administrator identifying the reason for the request and the particular dates for the
request is made. The request shall be granted or denied by the zoning administrator, and the
company shall provide notice of the planned construction or maintenance work to nearby
residents as directed by the zoning administrator.
4. The owner operators of the proposed solar energy site consult with the proper road authority,
State, County and/or Township, prior to developing the site, for any entrance permits and use of
the respective road(s).
5. That the ownership of this special use be limited to the applicant, unless Livingston County is
informed as to what party is to be assigned ownership interest in and be responsible of the
operation of the project.
The existing company and the proposed acquiror shall provide the zoning administrator with the
name and contact information of the proposed acquiror, that proof that the financial assurance
for the current amount of the decommissioning plan is properly in place, written
acknowledgment by an authorized signatory of the acquiror that it understands, recognizes and
agrees to assume reasonability for all terms, conditions, standards of the special use at the time
the special use was granted which are in effect as of the date of the proposed assignment or
transfer required for the original approval of this zoning case or any subsequent mutually agreed

upon terms or conditions or standards of special use that are in effect as of the date of the
proposed assignment or transfer. A representative of the acquiror shall or transferee shall meet
with the zoning administrator to discuss the ongoing obligations and responsibility of the
acquiror under the conditions of the special use permit.
6. Since damage to drainage tile could have an adverse effect on the subject property and
surrounding properties, a subsurface drainage tile investigation be completed before this site is
disturbed. If drainage tile is damaged during the implementation of this project it should be
repaired according to the specifications as outlined in the Livingston County Soil and Water
Conservation District's Natural Resource Information Report for this project.
7. That the signage for this business be approved by the Livingston County Zoning
Administrator.
8. That the status of the solar development be reviewed by the Livingston County Zoning Board
of Appeals in one year, unless otherwise determined by the Livingston County Zoning
Administrator, although no such review will alter the status or validity of the special use permit
as proposed and approved.
9. A comprehensive decommissioning plan should be completed and presented to the Livingston
County Zoning Board of Appeals and the Livingston County Board as outlined in number 7 of
Sec. 56-647 Application Requirements of the Livingston County Zoning Regulations, prior to
improvement location permits being issued for this project, to ensure the property can be
productive after this project has ended, surety financing be issued listing Livingston County as
the sole beneficiary in the amount of $583,746.86.
10. That the conservation concepts for development as outlined in the Livingston County Soil
and Water Conservation District's Natural Resource Information Report for this project, be
considered as part of the project development and operation.
11. A sign or signs shall be placed at the entrance to the project. This sign(s) contain in letters
and numbers at least 3 inches in height, the 911 address of the site, an emergency phone number,
and a non-emergency phone number. These phone numbers shall also be provided to the county
emergency telephone service. These phone numbers may be used for complaints or questions by
the general public. The owner or operator of the project shall take necessary actions to resolve
all legitimate complaints. If the owner or operator fails to take necessary action to resolve any
legitimate complaint, the zoning administrator may "direct the company to take necessary action.
The owner or operator shall designate a contact person who will respond to inquiries from the
zoning administrator. Calls should be logged and reported to the zoning administrator on a
monthly basis, if such calls exist.
In the event of a disagreement between the zoning administrator and the owner or operator
and/or the person making the complaint concerning resolution of the complaint, the owner or
operator and/ or the person making the complaint may appeal the decision of the zoning
administrator to the zoning board of appeals.

12. If during the term of the special use and decommissioning period for the project, the county
reasonably retains outside consultants or other parties in order for the county to enforce,
determine compliance or obtain compliance with the applicable ordinances, regulations, and
these conditions, the responsible owner or operator shall reimburse the county for such expenses.
13. A copy of a finalized Emergency Response Plan shall be provided to the county regional
planning/ zoning office prior to the start of the operations of this project.
14. After construction is complete and the project is online, a noise study shall be conducted by a
qualified acoustician to ensure compliance with IPCB noise regulations. The results of the study
shall be provided to the zoning administrator.

RESOLUTION 2026-11-_______
By the
COUNTY BOARD OF LIVINGSTON COUNTY
WHEREAS, the Livingston County Board has filed an application to amend Chapter 56 - Zoning, Code
of Ordinances, Livingston County, Illinois, known as County Zoning Case ZT-6-26; and
WHEREAS, the Livingston County Regional Planning Commission reviewed Livingston County Zoning
Case ZT-6-26 on October 5, 2026 and recommended that County Zoning Case ZT-6-26 be approved; and
WHEREAS, the Livingston County Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on County Zoning
Case ZT-6-26 on October 8, 2026 and has recommended to the County Board of Livingston County that
County Zoning Case ZT-6-26 be approved as it is being presented to the county board; and
Proposed Text Amendment to Chapter 56, Code of Ordinances, Livingston County, Illinois,
recommending new data center language. Sections affected include:
I. Definitions.
II. Applicability
III. Prohibition
IV. Solicitation
V. Special Use Permit Application
VI. Design and Installation
VII. Operation
VIII. Liability Insurance and Indemnification
IX. Decommissioning and Site Reclamation Plan
X. Defaults and Remedies
XI. Fee Schedule and Permitting Processes
XII. Hearing Facilitator
XIII. Hearing Factors
XIV. Special Use Permit Conditions and Restrictions
XV. Severability

XVI. Effective Date
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Livingston County Board that County Zoning Case ZT-6-26
be hereby approved, with this text amendment be effective upon its approval by the Livingston County
Board.
ADOPTED BY the County Board of Livingston County, Illinois the 12th day of November 2026.

______________________________________
James Carley, Chairman
Livingston County Board

___________________________________
Kristy A. Masching, Clerk
Livingston County, Illinois

ORDINANCE NO. ___________
LIVINGSTON COUNTY, ILLINOIS
DATA CENTER ORDINANCE
I.

DEFINITIONS.
A. "Applicant" means the en ty who submits to the county a special use permit applica on for
a data center facility. All references to “applicant” in this ordinance shall include and apply to
the applicant and applicant's successors-in-interest and assigns; the facility owner and facility
owner’s successors-in-interest and assigns; and the operator and operator’s successors-ininterest and assigns.
B. “Commercial opera on date” means the calendar date on which the data center facility begins
any opera ons, except ini al tes ng.
C. “Cer ficate of occupancy” means the county issued permission to occupy and u lize the
space, as intended.
D. “Data center” means a building or buildings which are occupied primarily by computers
and/or telecommunica ons and related equipment where digital informa on is processed,
transferred and/or stored. “Data center” includes any building or buildings which house
facili es or equipment primarily intended for ar ficial intelligence, cryptocurrency mining,
blockchain transac on processing, server farms. “Data center” as used in this ordinance shall
also include the terms “facility” and “project.” As used in this Ordinance, “data center” shall
include any building or buildings which leases IT infrastructure space to others (co-located
data center) for the storage, processing, and transferring of digital informa on and the total
processing space exceeds 10,000 square feet. As used in this Ordinance, “data center” does
not include “enterprise data center(s)” as defined in this Ordinance.
E. “Data center accessory system(s)” or “accessory system(s)” means ancillary uses, systems or
structures secondary and incidental to a data center, including but not limited to,
administra ve, logis cal, fiber op c, storage, and security buildings or structures; sources of
electrical power; electrical substa ons; u lity lines; cooling water systems and wastewater
treatment systems; water holding facili es; pump sta ons; water towers; environmental
controls (air condi oning or cooling towers, fire suppression, and related equipment); security
features, provided such data centers/structures are located on the same tract or assemblage
of nearby parcels developed as a unified development with a data center or for the purpose
of suppor ng the data center. The use shall not include energy genera on systems used or
intended to be used to supply power to the data center during normal opera ons.
F. “Enterprise data center(s)” means a data center where such structures and accessory systems
are owned and operated in order to solely provide IT infrastructure, data processing, transfer
and/or storage for a business or enterprise whose primary business is unrelated to the
opera on of a data center and are under 10,000 square feet in total processing space; or up
to 25,000 square feet in total processing space where the IT infrastructure, data processing,
transfer and/or storage is for a business or enterprise unrelated to the opera on of a data

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center, and the structures and accessory systems are located on the same or an adjacent
parcel to the business or enterprise.
Examples of a primary business unrelated to the opera on of a data center include, but are
not limited to: manufacturing facili es; hospitals and medical providers; legal providers;
accoun ng services; retail trade of goods; educa onal ins tu ons; food service; public
administra on; mining, quarrying, oil and gas extrac on; agriculture, forestry, fishing and
hun ng; transporta on; finance and insurance.
Examples of a primary business related to the opera on of a data center and not defined
herein as an enterprise data center, include, but are not limited to: social media companies;
co-located data centers as defined in this Ordinance; data centers as defined in this Ordinance.
G. “Facility owner” means (i) a person or en ty with a direct controlling ownership interest in a
data center facility, regardless of whether the person is involved in acquiring the necessary
rights, permits, and approvals or otherwise planning for the construc on and opera on of the
facility, and (ii) a person or en ty who, at the me the facility is being developed, is ac ng as
a developer of the facility by acquiring the necessary rights, permits, and approvals or by
planning for the construc on and opera on of the facility, regardless of whether the person
will own or operate the facility.
H. "Financial assurance" means assurance from a credit worthy party, examples of which include
a surety bond (e.g., performance and payment bond), trust instrument, cash escrow, or
irrevocable le er of credit.
I.

"Nonpar cipa ng property" means real property that is not a par cipa ng property.

J.

"Nonpar cipa ng residence" means a residence that is located on nonpar cipa ng property
and that is exis ng and occupied on the date that a special use permit applica on for the data
center facility is filed with the county.

K. "Community space” means any one or more of the following that is u lized as such on the
date that a special use permit applica on for the data center facility is filed with the county: a
school (including preschool), long term care facili es, re rement and nursing homes,
hospitals, place of worship, day care facility (including in-home daycare), public library,
publicly owned parks, campgrounds or community center.
L. “Operator” means the person or en ty responsible for the day-to-day opera on and
maintenance of the data center facility, including any third-party subcontractors, successorsin-interest and assigns.
M. "Par cipa ng property" means real property that is the subject of a wri en agreement
between a facility owner and the property owner of the real property that provides the facility
owner an easement, op on, lease, or license to use the real property for the purpose of
construc ng a data center facility or accessory system(s). "Par cipa ng property" also
includes real property that is owned by a facility owner for the purpose of construc ng a data
center facility or accessory system(s).

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N. "Professional engineer" means a qualified individual who is licensed as a professional engineer
in the State of Illinois.
O. “Project” means the data center facility and accessory system(s).
P. "Protected lands" means real property that is: (1) subject to a permanent conserva on right
consistent with the Illinois Real Property Conserva on Rights Act (765 ILCS 120/1 et seq.); or
(2) registered or designated as a nature preserve, buffer, or land and water reserve under the
Illinois Natural Areas Preserva on Act (525 ILCS 30/1 et seq.).
II.

APPLICABILITY.
This Ordinance applies to data centers and data center accessory systems located outside the
jurisdic on of a municipality that exceed 10,000 square feet of processing space, or the
an cipated maximum power draw exceeds 5 megawa s of alterna ng current capacity, or the
an cipated water consump on exceeds 100,000 gallons per day.

III.

PROHIBITION.
No data center facili es or accessory system(s) governed by this ordinance shall be constructed,
erected, installed, or located within the county without a special use permit and building permit
granted by the county. Data center facili es and accessory system(s) are only allowed by special
use permit and building permit upon proper es zoned as “General Industry (I2)” pursuant to the
County’s zoning map. Unless otherwise allowed by the county, all projects shall conform to the
representa ons made within the special use permit applica on, representa ons during the public
hearing process, and representa ons contained within the building permit applica on.

No data center may be constructed or operated in the following zoning districts or upon parcels
with the following zoning classifica on: Agricultural (AG), Floodplain (FP), Rural Residence (RA),
Single-Family Residence (R1), Low Density Mul ple Family Residence (R2), Interchange Residence
(R3), Mobile Home Park (MH), Local Business (C1), Central Business (C2), General Business (C3),
Interchange Business (C4), Light Industry (I1), or Interchange Industry (I3).
No data center may be constructed on farmland classified as “prime farmland” pursuant to the
United States Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conserva on Service (NCRS).
Enterprise data centers, as defined in this Ordinance, are permi ed with the applica on for and
receipt of a building permit for the enterprise data center.
IV.

SOLICITATION.
Prior to contac ng any property owner or property owner’s representa ve, any person intending
to solicit a property owner in person for the lease, purchase, or use of property in rela on to any
por on of a data center facility, including accessory system(s), must submit to the county sheriff’s
office an applica on for a solicitor permit with an applica on processing fee in the amount of $100
and must submit to a criminal background check. A solicitor permit shall only be issued upon
approval by the county zoning administrator and upon payment of a solicitor permit fee in the

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amount of $1,000. A solicitor permit shall be valid for one calendar year from the date of issuance
and shall not be transferable to any other person.
V.

SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION.
A. To obtain a special use permit for a data center facility and accessory system(s), the applicant
must submit a special use permit applica on to the county.
B. The applicant may provide supplementa on of documents or addi onal informa on to the
special use permit applica on but may not make material changes to the applica on unless
requested or permi ed by the County. Material changes include, but are not limited to,
changes to the parcels involved or expansion of the facili es/building(s) involved.
C. The applicant shall submit at least 10 copies of the special use permit applica on to the
county, and at least one copy in electronic format.
D. The special use permit applica on submi ed to the county shall contain the following:
1. A project summary for the data center facility and its accessory system(s), including:
a. A general descrip on of the project, including:
i.
ii.
iii.
iv.
v.

A general descrip on of the project;
Number of structure(s);
Number of generators;
The height of any building and accessory system(s) for the Project;
Approximate overall nameplate genera ng capacity of any electrical
genera on system u lized to power the data center or data center
accessory system(s);
vi. Poten al equipment manufacturers of major equipment to be
u lized at the Project including power genera on equipment, energy
storage systems, cooling systems, water systems, transformers,
inverters; and
vii. Overall construc on meline and construc on phasing plan;

b. A descrip on of the applicant, facility owner, and operator, including their
respec ve business structures as required for publica on pursuant to the
Illinois Coun es Code (55 ILCS 5/5-12009.5);
2. The name, address, and phone number of the applicant, facility owner, operator,
par cipa ng property owners, and documenta on demonstra ng land ownership or
legal control of the property;
3. A site plan for the project showing the boundaries of the project parcel, property lines,
setback lines, exis ng or proposed easements, loca on of all exis ng structures with
their uses iden fied, all proposed structures including, but not limited to: the project
structures, the project substa on(s), interconnec on substa on, energy storage

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systems (if any), and any accessory system(s); on-site vehicular circula on, vehicular
parking; number and legal descrip ons for each parcel;
4. Any of the following within 2,500 feet of the project parcel boundary (a) residences,
(b) community space (c) setback lines, (d) public access roads and turnout loca ons,
(e) loca on of any wetlands, flood plain, drainage structures (including surface ditches
and subsurface drainage lines), underground mines, scenic and natural areas;
5. A topographic map depic ng the project site and surrounding area within 1,000 feet;
6. A proposed decommissioning plan for the project, including cost es ma ons and a
dra form of financial assurance for same;
7. Wri en approval from relevant road authori es of the roads to be u lized for
construc on and a dra form of financial assurance for the protec on of said roads;
8. Sound modeling demonstra ng that the project will comply with the sound
requirements of Illinois law;
9. A vibra on study as required by the Ordinance;
10. Results and recommenda ons from consulta on with the Illinois Department of
Natural Resources (IDNR) obtained through its Ecological Compliance Assessment
Tool” (EcoCAT) or a comparable successor tool;
11. Results and recommenda ons from consulta on with the Illinois State Historic
Preserva on Office (SHPO) regarding poten al impacts on State-registered historic
sites under the Illinois State Agency Historic Resources Preserva on Act (20 ILCS
3420/1 et seq.);
12. Evidence demonstra ng that the project will avoid protected lands as iden fied by
the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the Illinois Nature Preserves
Commission (INPC);
13. A farmland drainage plan (to include a drain le survey) which shall also be provided
to any impacted drainage district prior to applying for the special use permit;
14. Adequate proof that the special use permit applica on has been submi ed to the
following: fire departments or fire protec on districts, local ambulance service
providers, and local law enforcement authori es;
15. A proposed vegeta ve screening plan and vegeta on/weed management plan;
16. A proposed grading plan and dust mi ga on plan if any grading will be necessary for
the construc on of the project;

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17. A copy of all communica on and interference studies demonstra ng the poten al
impacts of the project on television, radio, telephone (including mobile phone
communica ons), transporta on communica on devices, emergency and law
enforcement communica ons including E911 communica ons, and weather radar
u lized by the Na onal Weather Service or others to communicate weather events to
the public;
18. A water use and water feasibility study demonstra ng that public and private water
resources will not be nega vely impacted from the project;
19. An energy study demonstra ng the poten al impact of the project on energy supply
and prices;
20. A preliminary emergency response plan which shall include detailed procedures for
fire suppression, containment, ven la on, evacua on, an evalua on of the access
roads and hydrant loca ons within the site to ensure suitable access for emergency
equipment at the project, a plan for training of first responders, and annual fire safety
inspec ons demonstra ng compliance with the fire safety standards to be performed
by a qualified professional on behalf of the data center;
21. A storm water management plan designed to prevent, limit and remedy stormwater
runoff, erosion and sediment control during the construc on and opera on of the
project, including the design of any reten on or deten on ponds;
22. All informa on required under Sec on 5-12024 of the Illinois Coun es Code (55 ILCS
5/5-12024) for any energy storage systems u lized for the project;
23. For co-located data centers, the number of separate systems to be leased to thirdpar es;
24. A comprehensive cost-benefit analysis taking into account, at a minimum, the
following: tax revenue and poten al tax loss; water, power and u lity requirements
and any necessary improvements to public infrastructure, and the costs of such
improvements; job crea on in comparison to any an cipated job loss and the average
full- me equivalent salary in each category.
25. Phase I and Phase II (if the Phase I assessment finds a recognized environmental
condi on) Environmental Site Assessments performed according to ASTM standards
pursuant to ASTM E1527 and ASTM E1903 respec vely.
26. At least 30 days prior to filing the applica on, Applicant shall provide the necessary
informa on required by the Livingston County Soil Water Conserva on District in
order for them to review the proposal and provide any report to the County. With the
special use permit applica on, the applicant shall proof of providing the SWCD with
the applica on.

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27. Any other informa on requested by the county or its consultants necessary to
evaluate the special use permit applica on and to demonstrate that the project meets
the provisions of this ordinance; and
28. Any other informa on normally required by, or reasonably requested by, the county
as part of its permi ng requirements for buildings or other structures within in the
district for which the project is proposed.
29. An affidavit from the applicant indica ng the applica on is complete in accordance
with law and the provisions of this Ordinance.
VI.

DESIGN AND INSTALLATION.
A. Design Safety Cer fica on.
The data center shall conform to federal and state laws and regula ons, and all applicable
industry standards, including those of Underwriters Laboratories, American Na onal
Standards Ins tute (ANSI) (most recent edi on), Na onal Fire Protec on Associa on
standards (including but not limited to NFPA 75 and NFPA 70). All standards denoted herein
shall refer to the latest version published prior to the issuance of a building permit. Prior to
the issuance of a building permit, applicant shall submit cer ficates of design compliance from
equipment manufacturers obtained from Underwriters Laboratories (UL) or an equivalent
third party. Prior to the issuance of the building permit, applicant shall provide to the county
a copy of all applicable law, regula on, and standards governing the project.
To the extent the provisions of this ordinance conflict with any industry safety standard, such
as UL, ANSI or NFPA requirements, the more stringent requirements shall apply.
B. Aesthe cs and Ligh ng.
1. Design and Consistency: To the extent feasible, any structures u lized at the site shall
be of similar design.
2. Ligh ng: Projects shall comply with responsible outdoor ligh ng provided by the DarkSky Interna onal.
3. Debris and Garbage: The project area shall be kept free of debris and garbage at all
mes during the life of the project.
4. Landscape Buffer: A landscape buffer is required between any data center and data
center accessory system(s) and any residen ally used parcel, community space, or
public right-of-way within 500 feet. The landscape buffer shall, at a minimum, comply
with the following requirements, and shall be maintained throughout the life of the
project:

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a. The landscape buffer shall be at least 25 feet in width and may be part of the
minimum setback distance.
b. The landscape buffer plan ngs shall consist of na ve species and shall
include, at a minimum:
i.

One large evergreen tree per 25 linear feet of buffer. The size of the
evergreen trees shall be a minimum of eight feet in height at the me
of plan ng.
ii. One deciduous canopy (shade) tree per 75 linear feet of buffer. The
size of the canopy (shade) trees shall be a minimum of 2-inch caliper
at the me of plan ng.
iii. One ornamental/flowering tree per 50 linear feet of buffer. The size
of the ornamental/flowering trees shall be a minimum of eight feet
in height for mul -stemmed varie es, or two and one-half inches
caliper at the me of plan ng for single-stemmed varie es.
iv. Five shrubs per 25 linear feet of buffering. Shrubs shall be fully
branched and at a minimum of three feet in height at the me of
plan ng. Shrubs shall be a combina on of evergreen and deciduous
species, with a minimum of 50% being evergreen.
c. If exis ng vegeta on is adequate to meet the intent of the required landscape
buffer to screen the data center and any data center accessory system such
exis ng vegeta on shall subs tute for the vegeta ve screening requirements
upon recommenda on by the County Engineer and Zoning Board of Appeals.

5. Vegeta on/Weed Management: The project shall perform an assessment of the
property for the presence of noxious weeds, in par cular, those regulated by the
Illinois Noxious Weed Law (505 ILCS 100/1 et seq.) and the Illinois Exo c Weed Act
(525 ILCS 10/1 et seq.). In addi on to those weeds specifically regulated by statute or
regula on, the applicant shall perform an assessment of the property for all species
of Amaranthus, including but not limited to, Amaranthus Tuberculatus (waterhemp,
roughfruit waterhemp, roughfruit amaranth, etc.). Such assessment shall include the
presence and propensity for such weeds to exist within the project area and a plan for
eradica on and management of such weeds. A vegeta on/weed management plan
must be submi ed as part of the special use permit applica on and may be subject
to revision, review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit.
6. Fencing: The project shall be enclosed by fencing having a height of at least six feet.
The fencing shall not be chain-link and cannot include barbed wire or razor wire or
similarly visible deterrence devices unless otherwise required by law, regula on,
recommenda on of governmental en ty such as the Illinois Department of Natural
Resources, or na onally accepted standard applicable to the project. If the fencing is
fully screened by vegeta ve screening, then the fencing aesthe cs requirements shall
not apply.

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C. Warnings.
1. A visible warning sign concerning voltage must be placed at all entrances, at all
transformers and inverters, substa ons, and other loca ons where high voltage is
present and is reasonably accessible by others.
D. Dimensional Standards.
1. The dimensional standards of data centers and data center accessory systems shall be
in accordance with the General Industrial district with the following excep ons
(setback distances shall be measured from the nearest edge of any above-ground
component of the project, excluding fencing):
a. Community Spaces and Dwellings on Nonpar cipa ng Property: 2,000 feet to
the nearest point on the outside wall of any dwelling on a nonpar cipa ng
parcel and the nearest parcel line of any community space.
b. Boundary Lines of Par cipa ng Property: None.
c. Boundary Lines of Nonpar cipa ng Property: 1,000 feet to the nearest point
on the property line of the nonpar cipa ng property.
d. Public Road Rights-of-Way: 300 feet to the nearest edge of the public rightof-way.
e. Fencing: 50 feet from the nearest edge of any public road right-of-way or
nonpar cipa ng parcel.
f.

Height: the maximum building height for a data center and data center
accessory system(s) shall be sixty (60) feet, inclusive of any roof mounted
equipment such as cooling and ven la on systems, HVAC units and cooling
towers.

2. Setback requirements may be waived by the wri en consent of the property owner
of each affected nonpar cipa ng property, except for community spaces. Any waiver
of the above setback requirements shall run with the land and shall be recorded with
the county recorder prior to the issuance of any building permit for project.
E. Compliance with Addi onal Regula ons.
Nothing in this ordinance is intended to preempt any other applicable state and federal laws
regula ons, requirements, industry standards, and any agreements regarding the project.

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F. Use of Public Roads.
1. Prior to applying for a building permit, an applicant proposing to use any county,
municipality, township or village roads, for the purpose of transpor ng equipment for
construc on, opera on, or maintenance of a data center shall:
a. Iden fy all such public roads; and
b. Conduct a preconstruc on baseline survey to determine exis ng road
condi ons for assessing poten al future damage.
2. Prior to applying for any building permit, the applicant must enter into a road use
agreement with the county and each affected road district that includes the following
provisions, at a minimum:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.

Project layout map;
Transporta on impact analysis;
No fica on procedures for road closures and/or lane restric ons;
Preconstruc on plans;
Project traffic map;
Project scope of repairs;
Post-construc on repairs;
Insurance; and
Financial assurance in forms and amounts acceptable to the county.

3. The road use agreement shall require applicant to be responsible for the reasonable
cost of improving roads used to construct the project and the cost of repairing roads
used by the facility owner during construc on of the project. Roadways improved in
prepara on for and during the construc on of the project shall be repaired and
restored to the improved condi on at the cost of the developer if the roadways have
degraded or were damaged as a result of construc on-related ac vi es.
4. All repairs and improvements to county public roads and roadway appurtenances
shall be subject to the prior approval of the county before being made and shall also
be subject to inspec on and acceptance by the county a er such repairs and
improvements are completed. The county’s road use agreement, and any further
agreements contemplated therein, regarding the maintenance and repair of county
public roads and highways, must be approved by the county board prior to the
approval of any building permit applica ons related to the construc on of the project.
Copies of any other road use agreements for the project must also be provided to the
county zoning administrator prior to the approval of any building permit applica ons.
G. Site Assessment.
To ensure that the subsurface condi ons of the site will provide proper support for the project
and soil restora on, the applicant, at its expense, shall provide soil and geotechnical boring
reports to the county as part of its building permit applica on.

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H. Communica ons Analysis; Interference.

1. The applicant shall demonstrate that the proposed Project will not interfere with
electromagne c communica ons through the use of a third-party professional.
2. The applicant shall demonstrate that the proposed Project will not interfere with
weather radar of the Na onal Weather Service through the use of a third-party
professional.
3. The facility owner/operator shall, at its own expense, immediately mi gate and
eliminate any interference the project causes with electromagne c communica ons,
including, but not limited to, radio, telephone, microwave, or television signals,
especially those affec ng government public safety communica ons (police, fire,
emergency management services, and 911 dispatch).
a. The applicant shall provide microwave transmission providers and local
emergency service providers with a copy of the project summary and site
plan. If these providers demonstrate a likelihood of interference, the facility
owner/operator shall take all necessary measures to minimize and mi gate
the an cipated interference. For any interference affec ng public safety
communica ons, the facility owner/operator shall immediately implement all
necessary and commercially available measures to eliminate the interference.
b. If the facility owner/operator receives a wri en interference complaint a er
construc on, it shall respond immediately. For public safety communica ons
complaints, the facility owner/operator must immediately take all necessary
and commercially available steps to eliminate the interference.
4. If, a er construc on of the project, the facility owner/operator receives a wri en
complaint related to interference with local residen al television or radio recep on,
the facility owner/operator shall take commercially reasonable steps to inves gate
and respond. A summary of the complaint and subsequent response from the facility
owner/operator shall be forwarded to the county for review. The facility
owner/operator shall have 30 calendar days to verify the complaint, and 15 calendar
days to respond. Said response shall be addressed and forwarded to both the county
and the complainant. Such response shall include, but not be limited to, an
acknowledgment that a complaint was made and evaluated by the facility
owner/operator; and if considered valid by the facility owner/operator, an
explana on, including a meline, as to how the facility owner/operator will resolve
the complaint. In no event shall valid television recep on issues persist beyond 60
calendar days from the date the complaint is validated. If considered invalid by the
facility owner/operator, an explana on, including suppor ng documenta on and
expert opinions as to why the applicant believes the complaint is not valid shall be
provided to the county and the complainant.

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I.

Sound and Vibra on.
1. The Applicant shall demonstrate with tes mony from a qualified professional during
the Special Use Permit hearing that the Project will comply with the Illinois Pollu on
Control Board (IPCB) standards regula ng sound. Within one year following
comple on of construc on and during opera on of the Project, the owner shall
perform at least one sound study u lizing a qualified third-party. If the sound study
demonstrates non-compliance with the relevant IPCB standards, the owner shall
cause the Project to cease or curtail opera on of the Project to gain compliance with
the IPCB standards. In order to resume normal opera on of the Project, the owner
must provide a remedia on plan to be reviewed and approved by the County. Within
30 days of resuming normal opera on, the owner must provide a sound study
demonstra ng compliance with the IPCB standards.
2. The applicant shall provide a vibra on study prepared by a qualified professional that
demonstrates that no vibra on from the data center or accessory system(s) will be
percep ble to the human sense of feeling beyond the property line and that no
damage will occur to public or private property due vibra ons from the site.

J.

Power.
1. If the applicant proposes connec ng the data center to the public grid, the applicant
shall provide an interconnec on agreement from the public u lity, or wri en
confirma on from the public u lity that no such agreement will be required.
Applicant shall also provide, with the special use permit applica on, sufficient
evidence from a qualified professional that the project will not increase electricity
rates, reliability or availability of electricity to the general public.
2. Any energy genera on system designed or used to supply power (including backup
power) directly to a data center during normal opera ons, including but not limited
to, solar, wind, fossil fuel, natural gas, energy storage systems, diesel generator
systems or nuclear energy genera ng systems, shall be considered part of the Project
and subject to addi onal regula on or requirements to minimize any public or private
impacts. Unless prohibited by law, such systems shall not be considered personal
property for the purposes of property tax assessment.

K. Water and Sewer.
1. The applicant shall provide a water use and water feasibility study. The purpose of
the study is to determine if there is an adequate supply of water for the proposed use
and to es mate the impact of the use on exis ng wells, groundwater, and surface
waters in the vicinity. During the public hearing on the Project, the applicant shall
provide tes mony from a qualified professional(s) regarding the water use at the
project based on the specific water systems proposed and in regard to the impact of
water use at the project upon public and private water supplies. No data center shall
be approved unless the water feasibility study demonstrates that the an cipated
water supply yield is adequate for the project and that the proposed water
withdrawals and discharges will not endanger or adversely affect the quan ty or
quality of groundwater supplies or surface waters in the vicinity. The water feasibility
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a. The projected water demands of the data center;
b. The source of water to be used;
c. A descrip on of how water will be used, including the amount or propor on
of water to be used for each purpose (e.g. cooling, humidity control, fire
suppression, and domes c usage);
d. The long-term safe yield of the water source;
e. A descrip on of the amount or por on of water withdrawn that will be
recycled or discharged and by what means;
f. A geologic map of the area with a radius of at least one mile from the site;
g. The loca on of all exis ng and proposed wells within 1,000 feet of the
property boundary, with a nota on of the capacity of all high yield wells;
h. The loca on of all surface waters, including perennial and intermi ent
streams, rivers, lakes, reservoirs, ponds, wetlands, springs, natural seeps, and
estuaries, within 1,000 feet of the property boundary;
i. A determina on of the effects of the proposed water supply system on the
quan ty and quality of water in nearby wells, surface waters, and the
groundwater table;
j. A statement of the qualifica ons and the signature(s) of the person(s)
preparing for the study; and
2. To the extent the project will u lize water for non-potable use, such as in cooling or
humidity control, the project shall u lize solely a closed loop system. As part of the
special use permit applica on, the project shall submit proof that the Project will not
diminish public or private water supply. Diminishment shall include, but not be
limited to, decrease in water pressure in a private or public water supply,
diminishment of private or public water quality, diminishment of water available for
public or private use. If the charging of the closed loop system occurs from a public
water supply or ground water sources, the applicant shall submit sufficient
informa on as part of the special use permit applica on that the ini al charging and
subsequent replenishment of the system will not nega vely impact any public or
private water supply or result in any diminishment of such supply.
3. The applicant shall demonstrate that adequate means of wastewater disposal,
including domes c wastewater and wastewater used for cooling or industrial
purposes, have been provided and approved by the relevant public body.
L. Avian and Wildlife Impact Study.
The applicant, at its expense, shall have a third-party, qualified professional conduct an
environmental impact study and submit said study to the county as part of the special use
permit applica on. The project shall be located, designed, constructed, and operated so as to
avoid and if necessary, mi gate, impacts to wildlife.
M. As-Built Map and Legal Descrip ons.
Within 30 calendar days of comple on of construc on of the project, the facility owner or
operator shall deliver to the county "as-built" maps, a final site plan and engineering plans
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State of Illinois. Within 60 days of comple on of the project, the facility owner shall provide
the site plans with legal descrip ons to the County Assessor, Township Assessor and any taxing
authority district in which the project resides.
N. Engineer's Cer ficate.
Prior to the issuance of a building permit, applicant must submit a cer fica on from a
structural engineer registered in the State of Illinois that the project design is compa ble with
and appropriate given the specific soil, subsurface and climate condi ons. The structural
engineer's cer ficate shall be submi ed as part of the building permit applica on.
O. Conformance with Approved Applica on and Plans.
The facility owner/operator shall construct and operate the project in conformance with the
special use permit and any condi ons, building permit requirements, this ordinance and all
applicable state, federal and local laws, regula ons, and permits.
P. Addi onal Terms and Condi ons.
1. All technical submissions, as defined by the Illinois Professional Engineering Prac ce
Act of 1989 (225 ILCS 325/1 et seq.), contained in the special use permit applica on
and the building permit applica on shall be prepared and signed by a professional
engineer for the relevant discipline.
2. The county may retain a qualified, independent code inspector or professional
engineer both to make inspec ons of the project during and a er construc on and to
consult with the county to confirm that the construc on, substan al repair,
replacement, repowering of energy supply and/or decommissioning of the project is
performed in compliance with applicable ordinance, condi ons, electrical and
building codes, state and federal law and regula on. During the Special Use Permit
process, the county may retain third-party(ies) to consult on any aspect of the Project
including poten al impacts and compliance with any law/regula on/ordinance/
standard. The cost and fees so incurred by the county in retaining said inspector or
engineer shall be promptly reimbursed by the applicant within 60 days of receipt of
an invoice from the County.
3. Parking shall be provided on a paved surface and sufficient to provide at least one
parking spot designated for each employee at peak employee u liza on during
opera on, and at least one parking spot designated for vehicles owned and/or u lized
by the project during opera on.
4. Project labor agreements with local union labor organiza ons are preferred and
encouraged by the County.
5. Community benefit agreements are preferred and encouraged by the County. To the
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be with local non-profit en es for the u liza on of community spaces or programs
designed to benefit or available to benefit all residents of the County.
6. Costs of any public infrastructure improvements necessitated by, or due to or as a
consequence of the Project, shall be paid for by the owner. If such improvements are
necessary or recommended, then prior to the issuance of a building permit for any
Project, the Owner and County (or public infrastructure owner, if different than the
County) shall enter into a Public Infrastructure Improvement Agreement which shall
include, at a minimum, the cost assessment, method of payment, ming of payment
and warranty period(s) for such improvements.
7. To the extent a reasonable deprecia on in adjacent proper es is demonstrated during
the Special Use Permit hearing, the owner shall enter into property value guarantees
with the adjacent property owners and provide the executed guarantees prior to the
issuance of any building permit for the Project.
8. All backup generators installed at a data center shall comply with, and be cer fied to
meet or exceed, the U.S. Environmental Protec on Agency’s Tier 4 (Final) emissions
standards applicable to new diesel generators.
9. No more than two (2) backup generators may be operated for tes ng purposes at the
same me. Monthly tes ng of each generator shall not exceed thirty (30) minutes per
generator. All generator tes ng shall occur between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00
pm, Monday through Friday.
10. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for the project, the facility owner must
provide an affidavit a es ng to the following:
a. That the requirements of law, regula on, ordinance, condi ons of approval,
or agreement(s) related to the project are binding upon the facility owner,
operator, and their respec ve successors and assigns.
b. Any divestment of the project, other than financial assignments granted to
investors or creditors, does not alleviate the obliga ons of the facility owner
or operator unless the successor or assign agrees in wri ng to assume all such
obliga ons.
c. The County’s representa ves have a right of entry onto the project property
at all mes during the construc on for the purpose of inspec ng the means
and methods of construc on. Once the project is opera onal, the County’s
representa ves shall have the right to enter upon the project property with
no less than twenty-four (24) hours’ no ce for the purpose of determining

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compliance with law, regula on, ordinance, condi ons of approval or
agreement(s) with the County.

VII.

OPERATION.
A. Maintenance and Repor ng.
1. Annual Report: The facility owner must submit, on an annual basis on or before
February 1st of each calendar year following its commercial opera on date, a report
to the county zoning administrator containing the following informa on: (i) a general
descrip on of any physical repairs, replacements, or modifica ons to the project; (ii)
complaints pertaining to setbacks, water use, power use, noise, appearance, safety,
ligh ng and use of any public roads received by the facility owner concerning the
project and the resolu on of such complaints; (iii) calls for emergency services; (iv) a
general summary of service calls to the project; (v) current cer ficates of insurance;
(vi) a report of the annual and per month use of water at the site; (vii) a report of the
annual and per month electricity use at the site; and (vi) contact informa on (names,
email address and phone numbers) for the person(s) with general oversight of the
facility including emergency response; In addi on to the annual report, such
informa on shall be provided upon direct request by the county. Failure to provide
the annual report or report directly as requested by the county (within 30 days) shall
be considered a material viola on of this ordinance be subject to a daily fine of
$1,000.00 per day assessed from the date the annual report was due un l such me
as the annual report is provided to the County. Whenever the person(s) with oversight
or emergency responsibili es changes or said person(s) contact informa on changes,
the facility owner shall provide updated informa on to the county within seven
calendar days.
B. Emergency Response.
1. The applicant shall submit to all local emergency responders a copy of the site plan
and standard opera ng procedures and guidelines for the project so that the local law
enforcement, fire department/fire protec on district and rescue units, emergency
medical service providers and emergency management service providers having
jurisdic on over the project may evaluate and coordinate emergency response plans
with the applicant. Such materials shall be provided prior to the filing of the special
use permit applica on.
2. The facility owner, at its own expense, shall provide annual training for, and the
necessary equipment to, the operator and local emergency response authori es and
their personnel so that they can properly respond to a poten al emergency at the
project.
3. The facility owner and operator shall cooperate with all local emergency responders
to develop an emergency response plan. The plan shall include, at a minimum, 24hour contact informa on (names, tles, email addresses, cell phone numbers) for the

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facility owner and the operator, at least three designated facility representa ves (a
primary representa ve with two alternate representa ves, that are on-call 24 hours
per day/7 days per week/365 days per year. Any change in the designated facility
representa ves and/or contact informa on shall be promptly communicated to the
county zoning administrator. The content of the emergency response plan, including
the 24-hour contact informa on, shall be reviewed and updated on an annual basis.
4. Any portion of the project that experiences a fire or weather impact/damage shall be
immediately addressed by the facility owner and operator in coordination with all fire
departments/fire protection districts and any other emergency response agencies
within the project footprint. The facility owner shall notify the county zoning
administrator within 24 hours of any fire incident or weather impact/damage and
shall provide to the county zoning administrator within seven days the following
information: (1) extent of damage and whether the fire or weather impact/damage
resulted in any portion of the project becoming inoperable; (2) the estimated time
for repair; (3) whether overweight or oversize vehicles will need to utilize public roads
for repair of any damaged equipment; and (4) the point of contact for the facility
owner regarding the emergency and repairs, and point of contact for any
contractor(s) performing the repairs.
5. Nothing in this ordinance shall alleviate the need to comply with all other applicable
life, health, safety, fire and emergency laws and regula ons.
C. Drainage Systems.
The applicant, at its expense, shall repair, in a prompt and mely manner, all waterways,
drainage ditches, agricultural drainage systems, field les, or any other private and public
infrastructure improvements damaged during construc on, maintenance and/or opera on of
the project.
D. Complaint Resolu on.
The facility owner shall, at its expense and in coordina on with the county, develop a system
for logging and inves ga ng complaints related to the project. The facility owner shall resolve
such non-emergency complaints on a case-by-case basis and shall provide wri en
confirma on to the county. All costs and fees incurred by the county in a emp ng to or
resolving complaints shall be reimbursed by the facility owner. The facility owner and operator
shall also designate and maintain for the dura on of the project a telephone number and
email address as its public informa on/inquiry/complaint hotline which shall be answered by
a customer service representa ve on a 24/7 basis. The facility owner and operator shall post
the telephone number and email address for the customer service representa ve in a
prominent, easy to find loca on on their websites and at the project site on signage.
VIII.

LIABILITY INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION.
A. Commencing with the issuance of a building permit, the facility owner shall maintain a current
general comprehensive liability policy, pollu on liability and automobile liability coverage
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$20,000,000 per occurrence and $40,000,000 in the aggregate, during the life of the project.
All insurance policies shall be in the name of the facility owner. The original cer ficate of
insurance shall be provided to the county zoning administrator upon prior to the issuance of
a building permit, and at each subsequent renewal, at least annually therea er. Addi onally,
the facility owner shall promptly increase policy limits if the amount required under this
ordinance is increased, upon wri en no ce from the county, and the facility owner shall
therea er provide proof of the increased policy to the county zoning administrator.
B. The facility owner and operator shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the county and its
officers, appointed and elected officials, employees, a orneys, engineers and agents
(collec vely and individually, the indemnified par es) from and against any and all claims,
demands, losses, suits, causes of ac on, damages, injuries, costs, expenses and liabili es
whatsoever, including reasonable a orney’s fees rela ng to or arising out of the issuance of
the special use permit or the construc on, opera on, maintenance and removal of the and
affiliated equipment including, without limita on, liability for property damage or personal
injury (including death or illness), whether said liability is premised on contract or on tort
(including without limita on strict liability or negligence) or any acts or omissions of the
facility owner and/or the operator under this ordinance or the special use permit, except to
the extent any such claims, demands, losses, suits, causes of ac on, damages, injuries, costs,
expenses and liabili es arise from the negligence or inten onal acts of such indemnified
par es. This general indemnifica on shall not be construed as limi ng or qualifying the
county’s other indemnifica on rights or immuni es available under the law.
IX.

DECOMMISSIONING AND SITE RECLAMATION PLAN.
A. Any project, or por on thereof, that is no longer u lized as a data center and has not been
repurposed for other uses for a period of 24 months or greater, shall be decommissioned.
B. Applicant must submit a decommissioning plan with cost es ma on to the county as part of
the special use permit applica on and shall provide tes mony suppor ng the calcula on of
costs during the public hearing on the special use permit applica on. Salvage or resale value
shall not be considered for purposes of cost es ma on.
C. Prior to receiving any building permit for the project, the facility owner shall enter into a
decommissioning agreement with the county to be approved by the county board and post a
financial assurance equal to or greater than 125% of the decommissioning cost es mate.
D. The facility owner shall submit an updated decommissioning plan with updated cost
es ma on and updated financial assurance in accordance with the schedule agreed in the
decommissioning agreement.
E. The county may u lize a third-party engineer and/or counsel to review any decommissioning
plan and cost es ma on prior to approval of the decommissioning agreement/plan and
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X.

DEFAULTS AND REMEDIES.
A. Any project declared to be unsafe by the county by reason of inadequate maintenance,
dilapidation, obsolescence, fire hazard, damage, or abandonment is hereby declared a public
safety issue and shall be abated by repair, rehabilitation, demolition, or removal in
accordance with the procedures set forth in this ordinance and decommissioning agreement
or plan.
B. Failure by the applicant, facility owner, or operator to comply with any provisions of this
ordinance, provisions under the special use permit, other permits, any conditions imposed on
the project, and/or failure to comply with any law or regulation shall constitute a default
under this ordinance and shall be grounds for revocation of any special use permit or other
permits granted by the county board or the county.
C. Prior to implementation of the existing county procedures for the resolution of such
default(s), the appropriate county body shall first provide written notice to the facility owner
and operator, setting forth the alleged default(s). Such written notice shall provide the facility
owner and operator a reasonable time period, not to exceed 30 days, for good faith
negotiations to resolve the alleged default(s).
D. If the county determines that the parties cannot resolve the alleged defaults within the good
faith negotiation period, the county shall make application to the circuit court for an
injunction requiring conformance with this ordinance or make such other order as the court
deems necessary to secure compliance with the ordinance.
E. Any violation of this ordinance shall be an offense punishable by a fine of $1,000. Each
violation shall be a separate offense. Each day a violation occurs or continues shall be a
separate offense, subject to a $1,000 fine for each additional day the violation is not
corrected. A court may impose any additional and appropriate per day fine for each day the
violation exists or until such violation is remedied, and the court may consider the nature of
the violation, the degree of public safety involved, and the efforts of the county, the applicant,
facility owner, and/or operator to resolve quickly and safely any and all violations. It is the
intent that any dispute between the parties be resolved promptly, and where possible, by
informal discussions with the county, as may be outlined elsewhere in this ordinance.
F. After the effective date of this ordinance, any person/entity who proceeds with the
development of a data center located within the territorial jurisdiction of this ordinance, prior
to obtaining all approvals under the terms of this ordinance, shall be deemed in violation of
this ordinance and shall be fined as stated herein.
G. The county reserves the right to hire third-parties to enforce this ordinance and/or determine
compliance with this ordinance. The applicant, facility owner, and/or operator is responsible
for payment of all costs and fees incurred.
H. Nothing herein shall prevent the county from taking such other lawful action to prevent or
remedy violations. All costs connected therewith shall accrue to the applicant, facility owner,
and/or operator responsible for the project.

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XI.

FEE SCHEDULE AND PERMITTING PROCESSES.
A. Special Use Permit Applica on Fees.
1. Prior to processing any special use permit applica on for a data center, the applicant
must submit a non-refundable payment to the county of $25,000.00, and $.50 (fi y
cents) per square foot up to a maximum fee of $250,000.00
2. In addi on to the applica on fee, the applicant shall be responsible for any third-party
costs of the county in rela on to the special use permit applica on.
B. Building Permit Applica on Fees.
1. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the facility owner must deposit a nonrefundable building permit fee equa ng to $25,000.00, and $.50 (fi y cents) per
square foot up to a maximum fee of $500,000.00. 25,
2. In addi on to the building permit fee, the applicant shall be responsible for any thirdparty costs of the county in rela on to the building permit or enforcement of
requirements related to the construc on, opera on, or decommissioning of the
Project.
C. Opera ng Permit Fees.

1. The facility owner shall pay an annual opera ng permit fee of $5,000.00, plus $.10 (10 cents) per square
foot up to a maximum fee of $25,000.00.
2. The opera ng permit fee shall be paid on or before
January 1st of each year, beginning with the first date following the issuance of the building permit.
D. All Costs Paid by Applicant/Facility Owner/Operator.
1. The applicant, facility owner, and/or operator shall pay all costs incurred by the
county, those costs associated with all offices, boards and commissions of the county,
and third-party costs incurred by the county, including but not limited to, direct or
indirect costs associated with the hearing, permi ng, opera ons, inspec ons,
decommissioning, li ga on, disputes, and/or nego a ons.
2. Any costs that remain unpaid a er 30 days following a request for payment from the
county shall be subject to any and all available remedies including fines or revoca on
of any previously issued permit.
XII.

HEARING FACILITATOR.
A. The county may engage the services of a hearing facilitator. The hearing facilitator shall be an
independent contractor who shall conduct a hearing in accordance with all applicable rules of
the county but has no adjudicatory responsibility other than ruling on requests for
con nuances, procedural ma ers, admissibility of evidence and the propriety of any
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B. The hearing facilitator shall be an a orney, licensed to prac ce in the State of Illinois. The
applicant shall reimburse the county for the fees and costs charged by the facilitator.
XIII.

HEARING FACTORS.
In addi on to the requirements of the provisions of this ordinance, the following factors shall be
considered as a balancing test by the county in rendering a decision related to the special use
permit applica on for a data center:
1. The establishment, maintenance or opera on of the project will not be detrimental
to or endanger the public health, safety, morals, comfort or general welfare;
2. The project will not be injurious to the uses and enjoyment of other property in the
immediate vicinity for the purposes already permi ed, nor substan ally diminish and
impair property values of surrounding proper es;
3. The establishment of the project will not impede the normal and orderly development
and improvement of the surrounding proper es;
4. Adequate public u li es, access roads, drainage and/or necessary facili es have been
or will be provided;
5. Adequate measures have been or will be taken to provide ingress and egress so
designed as to minimize traffic conges on in the public streets;
6. The project is not contrary to the objec ves of the current comprehensive plan of the
county (if any); and
7. The project will, in all other respects, conform to the applicable regula ons of this
ordinance and the zoning district in which it is located, except as such regula ons may,
in each instance, be modified pursuant to the recommenda ons of and as approved
by the county board.

XIV.

SPECIAL USE PERMIT CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS.
A. Condi ons.
As part of its approval of a special use permit for a data center, the county board may s pulate
condi ons, guarantees, and restric ons upon the establishment, loca on, construc on,
maintenance, and opera on of the facility as deemed necessary for the protec on of the
public interest and to secure compliance with the standards and requirements of this
ordinance.
B. Revoca on.
1. In any case where a special use permit has been approved for a data center, the
applicant shall apply for a building permit from the county, and all other permits
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commence and ac vely pursue construc on of facility within two years from the date
of the gran ng of the special use permit. If the applicant fails to apply for a building
permit from the county and all other permits required by other government or
regulatory agencies prior to construc on and/or fails to commence and ac vely
pursue construc on of the facility within this two year period, then without further
ac on by the county, the special use permit for the facility shall be automa cally
terminated, revoked and void. Upon wri en request supported by evidence that the
applicant has diligently pursued issuance of all necessary permits for the facility
required to commence construc on and that any delay in commencement of
construc on of the facility is due to condi ons out of its control, the county may allow
for a reasonable extension of me.
2. A special use permit shall be automa cally terminated, revoked and void if the
applicant dissolves or ceases to do business, abandons the facility, or the facility
ceases to operate for more than 24 consecu ve months.
3. A special use permit may be revoked by the county if the facility is not constructed,
installed and/or operated in substan al conformance with the county-approved
plans, the regula ons of this ordinance and the special use permit, condi ons and
restric ons, or failure to comply with any county, state or federal permits, laws or
regula ons.
C. Transferability.
The Special Use Permit is transferable or assignable, subject to approval of the County Board,
which shall not be unreasonably withheld. Any such transfer or assignment may be subject to
further restric on by condi on of approval.
D. Special Use Permit Effec ve Date and Expira on.
A special use permit granted under this ordinance shall become effec ve upon the date of
approval of the special use permit by the county board. The special use permit shall
automa cally terminate 30 years a er the issuance of a building permit, unless otherwise
limited or extended by condi on or resolu on of the county board.
XV.

SEVERABILITY.
If any sec on, paragraph, clause, phrase or part of this ordinance is for any reason held invalid by
any court of competent jurisdic on, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining
provisions of this ordinance.

XVI.

EFFECTIVE DATE.
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and a er its passage, publica on and approval
as required by law, and all prior ordinances pertaining to the subjects of this ordinance shall be
deemed repealed from and a er the effec ve date of this ordinance.

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PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the Livingston County Board, this 12th day of November, 2026.

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James Carley, Chairman
County Board of Livingston County, Illinois
ATTEST:
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Kristy A. Masching, Clerk
County Board of Livingston County, Illinois
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RESOLUTION 2026-11-_______

RESOLUTION APPROVING THE DECOMISSIONING AGREEMENT ENTERED INTO
BETWEEN JUNEGRASS SOLAR, LLC AND LIVINGSTON COUNTY OF LIVINGSTON,
ILLINOIS
WHEREAS, Junegrass Solar, LLC, known as Livingston County Zoning Case SU-5-23, was approved for the
construction and operation for a Commercial Solar Energy Facility pursuant to Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Ordinance approving the Commercial Solar Energy Facility included conditions requiring a
Decommissioning Agreement to be entered into between the developer and the County; and

WHEREAS, the parties have discussed and come to terms pursuant to those discussions; and
WHEREAS, the County finds the attached Decommissioning Agreement (Exhibit A hereto) is mutually
beneficial to the Parties, and in the best interests of the County and its citizens, and best protects the public
funds in the event decommissioning must be performed by the County.
WHEREAS, the Agriculture and Zoning Committee of the Livingston County Board discussed this
Decommissioning Agreement at their November 2, 2026 meeting and recommended approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Livingston County Board that the attached Decommissioning
Agreement (Ex. A) for Livingston County Zoning Case SU-5-23 is hereby approved.
ADOPTED by the County Board of Livingston County, Illinois this 12th day of November 2026.
AYES________NAYS________ABSTAIN________ABSENT________PRESENT________

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James A. Carley, Chairman
County Board of Livingston, Illinois

ATTEST
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Kristy A. Masching, Clerk
County Board of Livingston, Illinois

LIVINGSTON COUNTY BOARD
PUBLIC PROPERTY COMMITTEE
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 4, 2026
Committee Chair Gerald Earing called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. in the Committee Room of the
Historic Courthouse.
Roll Call:
Present: Gerald Earing, Craig Monson, Gina Manker, Dan Myers, Jack Vietti
Absent: Seth Welch, Robert Weller
Also Present:
Executive Director Alina Hartley, Executive Assistant Jordan Uselding, Facility Services Manager Shawn
Johnson, Finance Director Diane Schwahn, Human Resource Director Ginger Harris, County Board
Members James Carley, Marty Fannin, William Mays, Linda Ambrose

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Earing called for any additions or corrections to the revised agenda with none requested. Motion by
Manker, second by Vietti to approve the revised agenda as presented. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL
AYES.
The committee reviewed the minutes from the October 6, 2026 meeting. Motion by Earing, second by
Monson to approve the minutes as submitted. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Monthly Department Report: A copy of the monthly department report was provided and is included
with the minutes.

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Public Safety Complex - Johnson reported that the sump pump ordered in July has been delivered.
Metropolitan inspected the pit and estimated the rebuild cost at approximately $50,000-$60,000. The
project will need to be bid out.

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Water Street Building – Johnson reported receiving a quote of approximately $15,000 to replace the
basement carpeting. While the Coroner’s Office carpeting could be replaced separately, other areas also
need replacement due to wheelchair damage and general wear. Johnson plans to obtain additional
quotes from local contractors.
Historic Courthouse – Johnson reported that the scaffolding on the north side is being removed. Work
will then continue on the outrigger and gable wall support.
Review & Approval of Bills: The Committee reviewed the monthly bills submitted. Motion by Vietti,
second by Manker to approve the bills as presented. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Public Comment: The floor was open for public comment.
Executive Session: Motion by Manker, second by Monson to go into Executive Session pursuant to 5ILCS
120/2 (c)(21) Semi-Annual Review of Executive Session Minutes. MOTION CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE.
All voted Aye; none Nay. Absent: Seth Welch, Robert Weller

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Executive Session began at 4:08 p.m.
Regular Session resumed at 4:10 p.m.
Action Resulting from Executive Session:
Motion by Manker, second by Monson to open the executive session minutes of October 8, 2024
(pending litigation) and April 8, 2025 (semi-annual review). MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Motion by Manker, second by Vietti to authorize the destruction of all verbatim records dated eighteen
months and older previously approved for content. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Motion by Vietti, second by Myers to adjourn. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
The meeting adjourned at 4:12 p.m.

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Facility Manager Report
October 2026
To: Public Property Committee
From: Shawn Johnson

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Public Safety Complex
 Sewage ejector pump failed. Pit will require extensive rebuild. Still waiting on pump.
 Expansion tank for chilled water loop needs to be replaced.
 Fire alarm problems persist. Panel EST3X will be obsolete (upgrade is EST4). First quote has
been received. Bennett has been notified to give a quote.
 Hot water recirculation line was running at twice the designed maximum flow rate. Rate has
been adjusted.
Law and Justice Center
 DOAS fan needs to be balanced and still have a problem with the Johnson’s system
 Johnson program is losing functions.
 Sump pump for storm pit failed.

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Historic Court House
 Roof project continues. All scaffolding on the north side of the building has been green lighted
to come down.
 Clocks will need to get a new updated start capacitor. Durham Electric to find one.

Torrance
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Health and Education Building
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Highway Department
Water Street Building
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LIVINGSTON COUNTY BOARD
SHERIFF, JAIL & LICENSE COMMITTEE
MINUTES NOVEMBER 2, 2026
Committee Vice Chair Joel Barickman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. in the Committee Room
of the Historic Courthouse.
Roll Call:
Present: Joel Barickman, Gina Manker, Craig Monson, Paul Ritter
Absent: Robert Weller, William Mays, Jeffrey Hamilton
Also Present:
Executive Director Alina Hartley, Executive Assistant Jordan Uselding, Sheriff Ryan Bohm, Finance
Director Diane Schwahn, Human Resource Director Ginger Harris, Probation Director Ron Baker, County
Board Members James Carley, Steven Lovell, Linda Ambrose, Seth Welch, Gerald Earing

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Barickman called for any additions or corrections to the agenda with none requested. Motion by
Manker, second by Ritter, to approve the agenda as presented. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
The Committee reviewed the minutes of the October 5, 2026 meeting. Motion by Ritter, second by
Monson, to approve the minutes as submitted. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Introduction of New Jail Superintendent: Removed.

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Monthly Department Report: Regular monthly reports were reviewed, which included updates on
warnings issued, citations issued, total incidents, and general deputy activity. Sheriff Bohm provided a
document outlining new statewide micromobility rules and regulations that take effect as of January 1,
2027.

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Sheriff Bohm noted that flock camera funding is in a holding pattern by the State.
Animal Control Report: A copy of the monthly animal control report was provided.
Pro-Active Report: A copy of the Pro-Active Report was provided.
Housing Report: A copy of the Housing Report was provided. Sheriff Bohm reported that Forbes has
taken over as Superintendent of today, and Draper is now in an advisory role until her departure.
Probation Quarterly Report: Baker reported that caseloads remain manageable and staffing is
promising. The Personnel Support staff member successfully completed their one-year probationary
period. Two officers have reached the nine-month mark and one has reached six months, with all doing
well in their positions.
Baker reported State funding for the year has been received in an amount greater than anticipated. A
multi-year funding cushion has been established, which is beneficial as revenue continues to decline due
to the Safety Act.

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There are currently eight participants in Drug Court, with two additional cases pending and three
graduates for the year. Veterans Court has six participants and no graduates this year.
Huffing was noted as a growing concern, with two individuals passing away this year. It was explained
that the substance cannot be detected through standard testing. Kratom was also discussed, including
concerns regarding its misuse and the potential for legislative changes during the spring session.
Other Business:
Review & Approval of Bills: The committee reviewed the bills submitted. Motion by Manker, second by
Ritter, to approve the bills as submitted. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Public Comment: The floor was opened for public comment.

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Executive Session: Motion by Ritter, second by Barickman to go into Executive Session pursuant to 5ILCS
120/2 (c)(21) Semi-Annual Review of Executive Session Minutes. MOTION CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE.
All voted Aye; none Nay. Absent: Robert Weller, William Mays, Jeffrey Hamilton
Executive Session began at 5:27 p.m.
Regular Session resumed at 5:30 p.m.

Action Resulting from Executive Session: Motion by Ritter, second by Manker to approve for content
and open the executive session minutes of August 3, 2026. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.

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Motion by Manker, second by Ritter to authorize the destruction of all verbatim records dated eighteen
months and older previously approved for content. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.

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Motion by Ritter, second by Monson, to adjourn. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
The meeting adjourned at 5:32 p.m.

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Jordan Uselding,
Executive Assistant

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LIVINGSTON COUNTY BOARD
INFORMATION & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 4, 2026
Committee Chair Gina Manker called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. in the Committee Room of the Historic
Courthouse.
Roll Call:
Present: Gina Manker, William Mays, Marty Fannin, Rebekah Fehr, Dan Myers, Leroy Rodriquez
Absent: Joel Barickman
Also Present:
Executive Director Alina Hartley, Executive Assistant Jordan Uselding, IT Administrator Jon Sear, Finance Director
Diane Schwahn, County Board Members James Carley, Craig Monson, Linda Ambrose
Manker called for any additions or corrections to the agenda with none requested. Motion by Mays, second by
Rodriquez to approve the agenda as presented. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.

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The Committee reviewed the minutes of the October 7, 2026 meeting. Motion by Fannin, second by Mays to
approve the minutes as submitted. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Update on Quicket Solutions and Spillman Integration: Sear reported a meeting was held with Quicket and
Spillman this week and a new project manager has been assigned. Sear is awaiting temporary licensing from
Spillman to test the product prior to purchasing. The licensing cost is $8,000 for a five-year term. The goal is to
have the integration completed by the end of the year.

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FY2027 Budget & Capital Expenses: Sear reported no changes to the FY 2027 IT budget and no capital requests.
Sear reported working on switching telephone providers and is awaiting a quote, which he anticipates will lower
budgetary costs.

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Monthly Department Report: Sear provided a maintenance report detailing IT-related work completed during
October 2026 for the committee’s review. Sear reported they are working on modifications to the jail door
system to allow master control to transfer access to male pod.
Sear reported the firewall work for the Health Department will be completed next week, with the Highway
Department remaining. Additional licensing has been requested to add the highway department to the county’s
email domain.
Other Business: Sear reported that one electronic voting machine locked up at City Hall and a few machines ran
out of paper. He noted that voter turnout was higher than in previous elections.
The floor was open for public comment.
Motion by Fannin, second by Mays to adjourn. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Meeting adjourned at 4:37 p.m.
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LIVINGSTON COUNTY BOARD
ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 4, 2026
Chair James Carley called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. in the Committee Room of the Historic
Courthouse.
Roll Call:
Present:
Absent:

James Carley, Steven Lovell, Gerald Earing, Marty Fannin, Michael Haag, Gina Manker,
Jack Vietti, Robert Weller
Robert Weller

Also Present:
Executive Director Alina Hartley, Executive Assistant Jordan Uselding, Human Resource Director Ginger
Harris, Finance Director Diane Schwahn, County Board Members Linda Ambrose and William Mays

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Carley called for any additions or corrections to the agenda with none requested. Motion by Earing,
second by Fannin to approve the agenda as presented. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
The committee reviewed the minutes of the October 7, 2026 committee meeting. Motion by Manker,
second by Vietti to approve the minutes as submitted. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Resolutions of Appreciation: Carley advised that the Board will present Resolutions of Appreciation to
the Board Members whose terms are ending.

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Report from Human Resources Director:
Harris reported the following open positions: Home Visitor for HFI at the Health Department, four
Correctional Officers, and an on-call Animal Control Assistant. All positions are posted on the County
website and Indeed.

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Harris reported that the Director of Communications resigned. Interviews have been held for an interim
and permanent replacement. The VCOM Board President will discuss the permanent replacement at
their next meeting.
Harris reported that the health insurance renewal process has been challenging due to rising costs, plan
changes, and employee concerns. BCBS provided corrected renewal rates on November 3 after an initial
calculation error. Open enrollment began today and will remain open through November 18.
Harris reported that pay rate change forms have been distributed to department officials for review and
signature, with changes effective December 1.
Harris reported that upcoming changes to Illinois employment laws will require updates to the County’s
Personnel Policy. Proposed updates will be presented in January.

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Report from Executive Director:
Hartley reported attending the UCCI Conference and quarterly CIRMA meeting. The annual insurance
renewal came in below the initial estimate, with a 5% increase. CIRMA is reviewing whether separate
insurance coverage will be required for the VAC due to recent legislative changes.
Hartley reported that two Downstate Capital Assistance Program grant applications were submitted: just
over $1.9 million for transit vehicles and $5 million for a transit building. HEWN completed the
schematic design and design development documents within the requested timeframe.
Hartley reported that the draft transit audit was received with no findings. The final audit is expected to
be presented at the November 17 Transportation Committee meeting.
Hartley reported working on guidelines for daycare economic development incentives to increase
daycare availability.

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Hartley reported that the final 2026 vehicles, including an administrative vehicle and maintenance
vehicle, are complete. Excess vehicles are being prepared for auction through Purple Wave.
Hartley reported that the Administrative Team was asked to assist with VCOM 911 collective bargaining
matters. Due to the complexity, outsourcing may be recommended.
Hartley reported that CIRBN has secured a new contractor to complete the project. Temporary storage
space is needed for materials previously stored by the former contractor. Discussion was held regarding
possible storage options.

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Comments from the Chairman – The chairman had nothing to report.

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Comments from Committee Chairman –
On behalf of the Highway Committee, Lovell reported that the committee reviewed fund appropriations
for general maintenance expenses and the County Engineer’s salary.
On behalf of the Information Technology Committee, Manker reported that the Quicket and Spillman
integration is progressing, with email licensing still pending.
On behalf of the Rules, Legislation, Veterans and Community Services Committee, Vietti reported that
the committee will meet prior to the County Board meeting.
On behalf of the Property Committee, Earing reported that the regular monthly report was presented,
along with an update on the Historic Courthouse project.
On behalf of the Ag & Zoning Committee, Haag reported that the committee reviewed the proposed
data center ordinance, a decommissioning plan, and two zoning cases.
On behalf of the Finance Committee, Fannin reported that the FY2027 budget and levies will be
presented to the County Board.

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On behalf of the Sheriff, Jail & License Committee, Carley reported that monthly reports were reviewed.
Forbes has fully transitioned into the position, with Draper serving in an advisory role for the remainder
of the transition period.
Public Comment – The floor was open for public comment.
Executive Session: Motion by Fannin, second by Haag to go into Executive Session pursuant to 5ILCS
120/2 (c)(21) Semi-Annual Review of Executive Session Minutes. MOTION CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE.
All voted Aye; none Nay. Absent: Robert Weller
Executive Session began at 5:25p.m.
Regular Session resumed at 5:30 p.m.

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Action Resulting from Executive Session:
Motion by Manker, second by Earing to open the executive session minutes of November 7, 2024 and
January 8, 2025, and to authorize the destruction of all verbatim records dated eighteen months and
older previously approved for content. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Motion by Manker, second by Haag to approve for content the executive session minutes of November
5, 2025 and keep them closed. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Motion by Vietti, second by Earing to adjourn the meeting. MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Meeting adjourned at 5:32 p.m.

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