The Christian County Board met Tuesday evening at the County Courthouse. During public comments, the board heard from Patrick Murphy, Superintendent of the Morrisonville School District, who spoke out in support of the solar project saying that it would be a huge economic support for the School District.  Greg Vasilion, the developer of the solar project, also spoke about the project asking for an extension on the project.

Chief Deputy Jim Baker from the Christian County Sheriff’s Office encouraged everyone to download their new app. He says the radar is very accurate and was paramount for safety during the most recent storm. 

After going into closed session at 6:45, the board reconvened at 7:08.  Thomas Snyder Jr. brought agenda items for the highway/building/grounds/environmental/zoning/welfare committee. The board approved a motion to look at moving the zoning and solid waste departments to the  ROE Office on the first floor of the Courthouse. Clint Epley discussed executive/personnel/liquor/legislative.  A few residency waiver requests were approved.  The board also approved drafting a letter of support for a bill introduced by Senator Steve McClure and a CO2 Moratorium.  

Under new business/old business/and other, Jim Baker spoke out about updates on the jail and the upcoming budget. 

Deputy Baker says 17 officers are taking care of the entire county. Without Taylorville and Pana, 18,000 people are being taken care of by the 17 officers and an increase was asked for more officers. 

The ZBA recommended approval of the special unit permit for the upcoming solar project. Chairman Bryan Sharp spoke out about what he would like to see including some additional things that must be done before the project can be approved most notably clarity and  

The motion to amend the special use permit was approved with everyone saying yes except Jeffrey Nolen who abstained and two "no" votes. The next county board meeting is Tuesday, September 19th.