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Commission waives rifle‑range fees for new Morgan County 4‑H shooting club
Summary
After a presentation from the county 4‑H coordinator, the commission approved Resolution 25‑53 waiving rifle range fees so the newly chartered Morgan County 4‑H rifle club can practice at the county facility.
Nicole Reed, Morgan County 4‑H program coordinator, told commissioners Oct. 21 that new local 4‑H leaders have chartered a rifle shooting sports club and need a practice location. Reed said leaders have completed most training and the club is limiting enrollment to five members this first year; practices would run March through November on Monday evenings from about 5 p.m. until dark.
Reed said the program prepares youth for state and national shooting sports competitions and includes safety‑focused leader training. Commissioners asked about ages (4‑H shooting begins at age 8 or third grade) and whether the range would remain available to the public during club practice sessions; Reed said the group wanted to reserve a portion of the rifle range and would work with county staff on scheduling and logistics.
Commissioner Blocker moved to adopt Morgan County Resolution 25‑53, waiving rifle‑range fees for the Morgan County 4‑H Shooting Sports club. The motion was seconded and carried. County staff and the clerk's office were directed to coordinate scheduling and to record the fee waiver in county records.
Why it matters: 4‑H shooting is a safety‑regulated youth activity that typically requires trained leaders and dedicated practice time. The fee waiver reduces startup costs for a youth nonprofit program and directs staff to manage scheduling so the broader public use of the range can continue when possible.
Commission follow up: staff to coordinate booking and to document the arrangement in facility scheduling records.
