The Christian County Board met on Tuesday evening to discuss business, review committee reports and hear from the public during their monthly meeting at the Christian County Court House.  A packed house required the meeting to be moved up to the third floor.  During public comments, a group spoke out in support of tightening up voting restrictions and to make sure that our next election is counted fairly and accurately.  

There was also heavy discussion concerning a solar farm just outside of Pana located 2,000 feet north of the intersection of E 400 North Road and N 2400 East Road in Pana Township. Many people spoke during the public comment section during the meeting many in support of the farm and many against it. Ray Koonce spoke out and said that even though he’s not really for the Solar Farm, new legislation from Springfield has pretty much tied the board's hands to the point that unless there is something illegal in the farm, they have to approve it. 

Some County Board members including Venise McWard were concerned about drainage issues and how many solar farms is too many solar farms. When the vote was pushed through all Council members voted yes except for Clayton Walter who was absent, Clint Epley, Jessica Langen, McWard, Jean Vandenbergh, and David Buckles. 

Council Chairman Bryan Sharp spoke to Regional Radio News who voiced his frustration over feeling like his hands are tied by legislation. 

The County had a good audit.  Sharp says he is very impressed but knows that with the financial climate right now it’s important that Christian County stays on top of finances. 

The County approved the Christian County Fair Plaque and Sign.  There will also be license plates to commemorate the 100th Anniversary for $30. 

Under new business, Sharp says that the myths about the Christian County Health Department need to stop. 

Sharp also says that Christian County has nothing to do with Fur Love, the resale shop in Taylorville. He says that no money has been received at this time from them. 

The next County Board meeting is set for June 18th.