• Visitors
    1. The Board recognized Paul and Jacque Jaquet who represent Eagle Enterprises in Galva, Il. They explained their role in offering a recycling program to the Hollis Township area.
  • Town Building, Grounds & Equipment
    1. The confirmation from Darcy Ray was reviewed for lawn care services for the 2011 season. After review the Board approved the re-hiring of Darcy Ray's Lawn Service for the current year.
  • Communications and Correspondence
    1. The Board reviewed the response from TOI regarding the prevailing wage threshold.
    2. The refund from TOIRMA was noted. The amount being $2054.
  • Town Business
    1. The Supervisor requested the Board to consider suggestions for individuals to fill the soon to be vacated clerks position.
  • Clerk Business
    1. The Clerk received the copies of all Statements of Economic Interest for filing at the Peoria County Courthouse.
  • Road Business
    1. The Board reviewed the information received regarding the FEMA application for the Feb. 2011 blizzard.
    2. The Road Commissioner stated that Carri-Scharf Co. has not to date installed the required Cul-de-Sac at the entrance by Cilco Lane. More information to follow.
    3. The Road Commissioner also informed the Board of a grant which may be available to assist the road district on the replacement of all road signs.
  • Trustees
    1. The Board briefly reviewed the pending House Bill #1926 in Springfield, Il. and voiced opposition to this pending legislation.
  • Tax Assessor
    1. The Tax Assessor informed the Board that it appers that there are more persons complaining about their tax assessments but some reductions are being allowed.
  • Old/Unfinished Business
    1. The Board approved a motion to accept the resignation of the present clerk, R. D. Hostetter effective May 31, 2011 and also declared a vacancy in that office as of that date.
    2. The Board had a brief discussion on information received from a seminar held March 23rd, 2011 by the Heyl Royster firm in Peoria, IL.
  • New Business
    1. The Board approved a Hollis Township Identity Protection Policy as suggested by the Il. Attorney General's Office.
    2. The Board also approved the appointment of Mr. Gregory S. Hill as a trustee for the Tuscarora Fire Protection District for a three year term.
    3. The Board also approved the Agenda for the Annual Town Meeting to be held Tuesday April 12, 2011.
Author
Roger Hostetter, Sr.