Montgomery County News
County Committee Backs Circuit Clerk Contract; Wages Discussed for Sheriff’s Office Union
Montgomery County Development & Personnel Committee | November Meeting Article Summary: The Development & Personnel Committee has recommended a new...
Probation Office Eyes Move to North Main Street; 127 N. Main Proposed for Purchase
Montgomery County Buildings & Grounds Committee | November Meeting Article Summary: To address overcrowding and confidentiality concerns in the courthouse...
County Finance Committee Tightens Leash on Coal Fund Spending Following “Voucher” Issue
Montgomery County Finance Committee | November Meeting Article Summary: After department heads spent unbudgeted money from the Coal Fund during...
“Irresponsible Contractor”: Highway Committee Moves to Ban Firm After Bridge Project Issues
Montgomery County Roads & Bridges Committee | November Meeting Article Summary: The Montgomery County Roads & Bridges Committee is moving...
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Montgomery County Board for Nov. 12, 2025
Montgomery County Board Meeting | Nov. 12, 2025 Overall Meeting SummaryThe Montgomery County Board met on Tuesday, November 12, 2025,...
Board Approves Courthouse Porch Repairs; Updates on Maintenance Projects
Montgomery County Board Meeting | Nov. 12, 2025 Article Summary: The Montgomery County Board authorized nearly $18,000 in repairs for...
Shaw Appointed State’s Attorney; Mullen Named Supervisor of Assessments
Montgomery County Board Meeting | Nov. 12, 2025 Article Summary: The Montgomery County Board filled two high-profile vacancies on Tuesday,...
County Awards $1M in Energy Grants; Discusses New Wind Farm and EV Chargers
Montgomery County Board Meeting | Nov. 12, 2025 Article Summary: Montgomery County continues to expand its energy portfolio, accepting over...
Consultant Error Forces Scramble; County Board Approves FY2026 Budget with Surplus
Montgomery County Board Meeting | Nov. 12, 2025 Article Summary: After discovering a significant vendor error that under-reported expenses by...
Roads & Bridges Committee: Wind Farm Proposed for Raymond-Nokomis Area; Engineer Salary Set
Montgomery County Roads & Bridges Committee | October 2025 Article Summary: Pattern Energy has initiated discussions with the county regarding...
Buildings & Grounds Committee: Moves to Restore Courthouse Porch; EV Stations Proposed
Montgomery County Buildings & Grounds Committee | October 2025 Article Summary: The Buildings & Grounds Committee has advanced a proposal...
Development & Personnel Committee: County Awarded $1.1 Million DCEO Grant; Monitors State Control of Energy Zoning
Montgomery County Development & Personnel Committee | October 2025 Article Summary: Montgomery County has secured nearly $1.1 million in energy...
Coordinating Committee: Reviews Cemetery Laws and 2026 Schedule
Montgomery County Coordinating Committee | October 2025 Article Summary: The Coordinating Committee reviewed legal opinions regarding cemetery maintenance and moved...
Finance Committee: Spreadsheet Error Forces $1 Million Budget Correction; Committee Balances FY26 Plan
Montgomery County Finance & Budget Committee | October 2025 Article Summary: A spreadsheet error omitting over $1 million in expenses...
Meeting Summary and Briefs: Montgomery County Board for October 14, 2025
Montgomery County Board Meeting | October 14, 2025 Overall Meeting SummaryThe Montgomery County Board’s October meeting was marked by significant...
Construction Quality and Insurance Rates Addressed by County Board
Montgomery County Board Meeting | October 14, 2025 Article Summary: Following a builder's complaint about workmanship at the new Highway...
Board Doubles Solar and Wind Application Fees, Rejects No-Bid Land Deal
Montgomery County Board Meeting | October 14, 2025 Article Summary: The County Board approved significant fee increases for solar and...
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