The board voted 11-0 Wednesday to “investigate” building a new space for the Boone County Animal Services and Adoption Center. The vote doesn’t guarantee officials will approve future plans, but leaders said they were in favor of moving to a new spot.
The current building has been plagued with several issues that make it almost inoperable, including a cracked kennel floor and mice infestation. The chain-link fence that separates dog areas allows diseases, including kennel cough, to be spread among pets quickly….
In other news, Boone County Veterans Assistance Commission President Greg Kelm wants to know which officials are willing to commit political suicide by not supporting the county’s 3,400 former soldiers.
Read more: http://www.rrstar.com/news/x1843591140/Boone-officials-seek-design-revenue-streams-for-new-animal-building#ixzz2fLEPNKAK
Thursday, September 19, 2013
Articles about Boone County Board meeting of September 18, 2013
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Come tonight 9-11-2013 and “voice” your opinion regarding a full interchange on Irene Road
The meeting was set up especially for Flora Township officials and residents but all are invited.—Bill Pysson
Here is the invitation from Kenny Freeman, Flora Township Trustee and District #3, Boone County Board member.
Kenny Freeman updated his status: "Just a reminder for anyone wishing to attend the Boone County/Belvidere City Coordinating committee at 6:30 pm at the Administration Building on Logan Avenue. All Flora Township residents that would like to learn more about the Irene Road interchange. I hope to see you there."
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Petitions for March Primary available in Boone County - Rockford, IL - Rockford Register Star
Yes, Bill will be running for re-election.
BELVIDERE — Petitions for the March 18, 2014 primary can be picked up in the Boone County Clerk’s office at the Boone County Administration Building, 1212 Logan Ave., Suite 103.
The offices up for nomination are the Boone County sheriff, the Boone County treasurer, the Boone County clerk and recorder, and county board members for Districts 1, 2 and 3. The first day to file is Nov. 25; the last will be Dec. 2.
Petitions for March Primary available in Boone County - Rockford, IL - Rockford Register Star
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
Good News for Timberlane:: Bridge Bidding to begin
Illinois Department of Transportation has approved the letting of bids for the Orth Road Bridge. See photocopy below.
The bridge will be bid in November. Construction could begin in April 2014 with possible opening of new bridge in July 2014.
Monday, September 2, 2013
The bridge replacements across the Tollway have begun
Nearly half of the bridges are being replaced; all at once. Mill Road, Irene Road, Stone Quarry, and Genoa Roads—all have detours.
Important stories which affect county government
Mayor Chamberlain lends support to improve Boone County Animal Services. See: http://www.belvideredailyrepublican.net/news/mayor-says-join-the-pack/ and Boone County Watchdog: http://boonecountywatchdog.blogspot.com/2013/08/mayor-says-join-pack-belvidere-daily.html
Members of County Board want Health Department ordinance changed. See: http://www.belvideredailyrepublican.net/news/tootsie-roll-tangle-still-spinning/ and Boone County Watchdog: http://boonecountywatchdog.blogspot.com/2013/08/tootsie-roll-tangle-still-spinning.html and the earlier story regarding the county fair: http://www.belvideredailyrepublican.net/news/board-member-calls-departments-actions-ridiculous/
Johnson Road Tollway bridge to be rebuilt. See:http://www.belvideredailyrepublican.net/news/illinois-tollway-agrees-to-spare-johnson-road-bridge-over-i-90/ and Boone County Watchdog: http://boonecountywatchdog.blogspot.com/2013/08/illinois-tollway-agrees-to-spare.html
Preliminary County budget has large deficit See:http://www.belvideredailyrepublican.net/news/boone-county-preliminary-budget-outlook-324000-deficit/ and Boone County Watchdog: http://boonecountywatchdog.blogspot.com/2013/08/boone-county-preliminary-budget-outlook.html
Hearing at ZBA concerning wind turbines were postponed this month due to Polte’s special use request for their gravel operation. However opponents of wind energy in Boone County were spreading word of the Lee County lawsuit. SEE: http://www.saukvalley.com/2013/08/15/residents-sue-over-wind-farm-in-lee-county/a2mqrc3/
Actions at Zoning Board of Appeals: Polte Quarry case to take another month, Wind Turbines postpone until October or later. SEE: http://www.belvideredailyrepublican.net/news/quarry-permit-and-protocol-at-focus-of-debate/
Additional stories should follow as monthly subcommittee meetings have just begun.—Bill P