The Jasper County Board held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday evening, December 21st, in Newton. Key actions and updates included:
- Approval of November Bills: The Board approved bills totaling $343,948 for the month of November.
- Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Levy: The Board approved the Fiscal Year 2025 Tax Levy, which includes a request for an estimated $3,100 for the University of Illinois Extension Office in Jasper County.
- Fee Increases: The Board approved an increase in fees for the County Clerk and County Recorder offices.
- Personnel Policy Update: A revised Jasper County Personnel Policy was adopted.
- Employee Appreciation Luncheon: The County Employee Appreciation Luncheon will be held on January 8th, 2025.
- Solid Waste Schedule: The 2025 Solid Waste Schedule is now available.
- Departmental Updates: The Ambulance Service, Health Department, and Highway Department provided updates during the meeting.
- Flag Design Contest: Voting for the Jasper County Flag Design Contest is ongoing until January 6th. Votes can be cast online at jaspercountyillinois.gov or in person at the County Clerk’s Office, the Chamber of Commerce Office, or the Newton Public Library.
- Holiday Closures: All non-emergency county offices and departments will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Following a closed session to discuss personnel and litigation, the Board adjourned the meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 16th, 2025.