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Sep 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Mason County Highway Department Road And Bridge Committee Road And Bridge Committee And Informational Meeting
The committee meeting focused on several operational updates for the highway department. Key discussions included the conclusion of the maintenance crew's oil spray patching operations, the rescheduling of the County Highway 15 striping project due to weather and mechanical issues, and the postponement of the Cape Seal contract construction to next summer to ensure temperature compliance. Additionally, the committee discussed the Enbridge Line 55 pipeline guardrail request, the coordination of used tire removal through the Illinois EPA, and the rejection of a bid for the 309 excavator because it failed to meet the required buy-back price.
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The committee reviewed and approved claims for the County Highway Department. Discussion topics included an update on maintenance crew activities such as spray patching roadways, filling washouts, culvert installation, and mowing operations. The committee received reports on seal coat work completed by Illinois Road Contractors and discussed the Cape Seal contract awarded to A.C. Pavement Striping Co. Additionally, the committee reviewed FY26-27 rock salt bid results and the upcoming auction of used highway equipment.
Aug 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Mason County Board Finance Committee Proceedings Of The Finance Committee
The committee discussed changes to Illinois Property Tax Sales and Tax Deed Proceedings, considering whether to allow the Mason County Trustee to receive all parcels or continue with private tax bidding. They reviewed a proposal for Edge CAMA Software for the Assessor's office, alongside a request for an additional staff hire, with the committee deferring decisions on both. Additionally, legal counsel provided status updates on the Coyote Road Battery Storage Project, including decommissioning cost arrangements, and the Blue Heron Solar project, noting potential progress for a September board decision.
Aug 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Road & Bridge Committee Minutes
The meeting included a review and approval of claims for the Highway Department. Key operational discussions covered ongoing road maintenance, specifically spray patching and shoulder reclaiming. Updates were provided on contracted seal coat operations, the implementation of solar road use agreements for local projects, and the rental of equipment for material processing. Additionally, the committee opened sealed bids for a new brush cutter and tractor combination, officially accepting the bid from Sloan Implement.
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