The Taylorville Park Board met on Monday evening to discuss business, review the ordinance, and go over committee reports. They also went over the Ameren issue after they were offered land.

The meeting started by passing minutes and going over the Treasurer’s report. They then reviewed the proposal for an OSLAD grant for the new swimming pool. That vote was passed unanimously. 

The board then moved to the most pressing issue of the night which was the Ameren issue. The Taylorville Park District was offered the land that Ameren is currently dealing with right now. The Board was strongly against taking in the land due to liability concerns. Board President Marlene Miller said that while attending the meeting that took place over the issue, she was told it could take 100 years to fully recover the soil. There were also concerns over the safety of the land. 

The Board voted and unanimously denied looking into taking in the property. 

Next, Recreational Director Bailey Hancock gave her report. It was stated that camp is coming to a soon close and that swim lessons and the pool are doing very well. The Don Bragg sports complex is also getting ready to switch over to youth football.

The Next Park Board meeting is Scheduled For August 28th.