West Central Reporter

Morgan County Board met Jan. 8.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

The Morgan County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s office on January 8, 2024 at 9 am. Chr. Wankel asked for roll call. County Clerk Waggener asked for roll call as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “present” and Chr. Wankel answered “present”. Commissioner Zeller is absent from today’s meeting.

Chr. Wankel said the first order of business is the approval of the agenda. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said the next order of business is the approval of the minutes from the December 26, 2023 board meeting. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the minutes as written. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has been approved.

Public Comment-none

Committee Reports-none

Staff and Consultant Reports-none

Chr. Wankel said that bills for $51,035.67 need approval from the board for payment. There is discussion. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the payment of bills in the stated amount. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the payment of bills in the stated amount as follows. Commissioner Fanning answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Chr. Wankel said verifiable payroll for signing on the 11 and distribution on the 12 of January, respectfully, needs approval from the board. Commissioner Fanning made a motion to approve the verifiable payroll for the stated dates. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion and asked for roll call. Clk. Waggener asked for roll call for the verifiable payroll as stated as follows, Commissioner Fanning answered “aye” and Chr. Wankel answered “aye”. Clk. Waggener informed the Chr. the motion has passed.

Other Business-none

Closed Meeting Session (only if needed)-none

Chairman’s Remarks-Chr. Wankel said the Courthouse will be closed this coming Monday, January 15 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr.s birthday. Chr. Wankel also said the board wanted to congratulate MaryAnn Beard on her retirement and wanted to thank her for her years of service to the county and the courts.Chr. Wankel said the work on the courthouse windows has begun.

Commissioner Fanning made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Chr. Wankel seconded the motion. All voted “aye”. The motion has passed and the meeting stands adjourned.

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