Property committee approves remote attendance for member Tompkins and project updates

As the clock struck 5 PM on March 4, 2025, the McLean County Property Committee convened, with all members present except for one, who participated remotely. The meeting began with a smooth roll call, confirming a quorum and allowing for the electronic attendance of member Tompkins, a practice in line with the Open Meetings Act.

The agenda moved swiftly through the consent items, including the approval of previous meeting minutes and a recommendation for bills to be forwarded to the county board. With unanimous support, the committee demonstrated a collaborative spirit early on.

Departmental updates followed, with Mr. Safa presenting his monthly report. Notably, member Duffy inquired about the sale of a 2006 Ford F-250, highlighting the committee's attention to detail regarding county assets. The discussion then shifted to an upcoming survey related to the Master Plan update, anticipated to be distributed around May 1, 2025.

The meeting took a more technical turn as Mr. Gaither introduced an action item concerning the replacement of the uninterruptible power supply (UPS) at the Law and Justice Center. Project manager Scott Fogler explained the importance of this upgrade, which ensures that critical systems remain operational during power outages. The committee approved the proposal from Weber Electric, emphasizing the urgency of the project to prevent potential failures.

County Administrator Cassie Taylor provided an update on the bridal control shelter building, reporting that it is on track for completion by July. With 65% of the work completed, the structure is taking shape, with insulation and drywall installation underway.

As the meeting drew to a close, the committee had no further business to discuss, and the next gathering was scheduled for April 8, 2025. The session concluded with a sense of accomplishment, reflecting the committee's commitment to maintaining and improving county infrastructure and services.