During a recent government meeting, board member Tom Kitson urged the public to treat county employees with respect as the deadline for tax payments approaches. He emphasized that complaints regarding tax bills should be directed to board members rather than the employees who process these payments. Kitson highlighted that the county only retains a small portion of the taxes collected, with most funds allocated to other organizations.

The meeting also featured public comments, notably from Rich Hansen, who addressed ongoing issues with recycling bins on 4th Street. Hansen reported that the bins are frequently overflowing and that improper disposal of waste has become a significant problem. He suggested that the county needs to take action to improve the situation, including possibly increasing the frequency of pickups and enhancing signage to educate the public about proper recycling practices.

Board members acknowledged the recycling issues, with some expressing a need for a cost-benefit analysis of the recycling program. They discussed the potential for collaboration with the city of Dixon to address these challenges more effectively. The meeting concluded with a consensus on the necessity for further investigation and action to resolve the recycling concerns raised by Hansen.