The Christian County Board met remotely on Tuesday evening and discussed motions, ordinances, and committee referrals. Under public comments, there has been growing frustration of the wind turbine debate being done remotely. There were many calls for a public meeting in person, even if done outdoors as some suggested to make it easier for everyone to hear.  One caller even suggested doing it at the Christian County Fairgrounds in Taylorville.

The Executive Personnel Liquor Legislative Committee Issues that were brought up included setting a date for the second Monday of every month. The board also approved putting on the November ballot a question concerning the possibility of the formation of a new state. 

Board Member Ray Koonce says that this is not saying that Christian County would break away if this was passed. All it is doing is seeing what the people think to know whether or not to pursue it.

The motion passed to be put on the ballot by a vote of 12-4. 

GPS Monitoring, used to be covered by probation funds, but it is no longer allowed by the Circuit Judge. March, April, and May are still due with a $17,000 bill. Treasurer Betty Asmussen says there is no money in the general fund, but it should be covered by the general obligation fund.  Judge Brad Paisley explained that while it used to be paid by the probation funds, it has changed.

The three invoices are going to be paid by the general fund. The motion passed 13-3. 

The county voted to extend the emergency declaration proclamation for 30 days. The reason being that, with having the proclamation on the books will help get emergency funding later on down the road if need be.