The Richland County Board met in regular session last night in Olney, covering a full agenda of updates and approvals:
- The Board approved all May bill payments, including $332,095 in non-county claims and $267,102 in county general claims.
- An update was presented on the two bids received for the county-wide law enforcement and emergency services radio project. No action was taken at this time.
- The Board received an IT report, noting increased usage of the county’s website at richlandcounty.illinois.gov.
- Approved the EJ Water Phase 82 #3 pay estimate job.
- Re-appointed Wayne Schuetz and Ed Jones to the Olney-Noble Airport Authority Board for five-year terms.
- Approved the County Engineer’s salary and a cooperative agreement with IDOT, under which the state will pay 50% of the salary.
- Announced that the reconstruction of Shell Road is now complete.
- Following an executive session, the Board approved motions related to personnel matters.
The next Richland County Board meeting is scheduled for July 10th.