Resolution of Recognition for Lincoln Lady Railers 3-A Basketball State Championship

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FY23 Logan County Salary Publication

All county offices will be closed Monday, February, 19th, 2024 for President's Day.

All county offices will be closed Monday, February 12th, 2024 for Lincoln's Birthday.

Due to the inclement weather, the Logan County Courthouse and all county offices will have a delayed opening of 10am Tuesday, January 23rd.

Due to inclement weather the Logan County Courthouse and all county offices will be closed Monday, January 22nd, 2024.

All county offices will be closed Monday, January 15th, 2024, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

All county offices will be closed Monday, January 1st, 2024 for New Year's Day.

Meeting Cancellation Notice

All county offices will be closed Monday, December 25th, 2023 for Christmas Day.

All county offices will be closed Thursday, November 23rd & Friday, November 24th, 2023 for Thanksgiving. 

Lonnie P. Buckner, age 52, of Lincoln, IL was arrested by Lincoln Police Department on 11/7/2023 at 10:49 a.m. on N. Madison Street on a Macon County Warrant.

All county offices will be closed Friday, November 10th, 2023 in observance of Veterans Day.

The Logan County Courthouse and all County Offices will be closed Monday, November 6^th to allow for the new HVAC electrical upgrades for the Logan County Courthouse Restoration.

FY23/24 Budget- ON DISPLAY

All county offices will be closed Monday, October 9th 2023, for Columbus Day.

Robert “Bob” Farmer

On Sunday September 3, 2023 at 4:40 am, Robert “Bob” Duane Farmer, 85, passed away with his wife of 63 years by his side.  He was a wonderful man, and we thank the Lord for his life and the many wonderful memories.

Bob, a lifelong resident of Logan County – whose surname reflects his occupation, was a fourth generation Farmer in Logan County and the last of that generation that remained in the county.  Bob’s great grandfather, Absolam “A.B.” Farmer traveled from Waverly, Ohio to Illinois via riverboat around 1880 with a mule.  After disembarking the riverboat in Cairo, Illinois, A.B. walked to Logan County and subsequently traded the mule for 40 acres of land (quite the bargain by today’s standards).  Funny part of the story was that the mule died 6 months later.

Robert was born to Russell Farmer (1915-1967) and Helen Louise Grubb (1917-1998) on June 28, 1938 at Deaconess Hospital in Lincoln.  He was raised by his father and stepmother, Juanita Paulsen Farmer.  He attended Rabbit Flat School (a one room school house on 5^th Street – 15 students, 7 of which were his siblings or cousins), and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1956. After high school, he served as a Private First Class in the Army Reserves and worked odd jobs before making farming his full-time job in 1964.  He never retired.

Bob married the love of his life, Diane Caplinger, on July 8, 1960.  They had 4 children – Jeffrey (Erin) Farmer of Middletown, Jennifer (Jeffrey) Jordan of Boulder City, NV, Jodi (Jerry) Williams of Litchfield, IL, and Joseph (Deb) Farmer of Fort Wayne, IN.  He has 11 surviving grandchildren – Mitchell (Brittney) Billy of Dallas, GA, Amanda Billy of Orange, CA, Kyle (Esther) Farmer of Elkhart, Drew (Megan) Jordan of Biloxi, MS, Chase Farmer of Middletown, Madison Williams (Scott Lunte) of Jefferson City, MO, Nicole Jordan (Russ) Baade of Newbury Park, CA, DR. Samantha Farmer (Kalieb) Koelmel of Indianapolis, IN, Meagan Williams of New York City, NY, Derek Farmer of Fort Wayne, IN and Ryan Farmer of Middletown. And, 4 great grandchildren – Bristol Billy of Dallas, GA, Henry Farmer of Elkhart, William Koelmel of Indianapolis, IN, and Arthur Baade of Newbury Park, CA.

Bob is also survived by his half-sister, Darla and her husband Al Cheatham of North Carolina and 2 sister-in-laws, Jean (Ingram) Farmer of Lincoln and Mary (Layton) Farmer of Bloomington, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Bob was an avid hunter, a NASCAR and Lincoln Railers basketball fan and enjoyed playing Euchre.   Later in life, he especially enjoyed watching his great grandson “Hotrod” Henry Farmer race quarter midgets.  He was a member of the Elks Lodge, the American Legion, the Logan County Farm Bureau and the NRA. In 2000, at the age of 62, Bob decided to go into politics.  He was elected to the Logan County Board where he served for 20 years on many committees, and as Board Chairman for 6 years. 

Anyone close to Bob knows he knew how to have a good time and that he loved the precious time he spent with his children, grand and great-grand children.  He was beloved, not only by his family and friends, but by the Logan County community where he was well respected for his hard work, decision making, and fairness; not to mention the fact that he could tell a good story.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents Russell and Helen, stepmother Juanita, his 2 brothers Russell and Roland, half-brother Larry, stepbrother Kenneth Paulsen, stepsister Patricia Paulsen Ritchhart Buckles, sister-in-law Carol Trail Farmer, sister-in-law Mary Wibben Paulsen, brother-in-law Clarence Ritchhart, bother-in-law Frank Buckles and grandson Brock Farmer.

Visitation will be Friday September 8^th at Holy Family Church in Lincoln from 4:00 – 7:00 pm.  Funeral service will immediately follow at 7:15 pm.

Bob’s family is hosting a Celebration of His Life on Saturday September 9^th at the American Legion in Lincoln from 12:00-3:00 pm. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to American Legion of Lincon (Post 263) or American Legion of Middletown (Post 0672).

All county offices will be closed Monday, September 4th for Labor Day.

All county offices will be closed Tuesday, July 4th, for Independence Day.

All county offices will be closed Monday, June 19th for Juneteenth.

All county offices will be closed Monday, May 29th for Memorial Day.

The Logan County Board is seeking written proposals for a health benefits insurance firm to provide Employee Benefit Brokerage and Consulting services.

RFP

All county offices will be closed Monday, February 20th for President's Day. 

All county offices will be closed on Monday, February 13th I'm observance of Abraham Lincoln's birthday.

There will be a delayed opening on Wednesday January 25th at 9:30am for the Logan County Courthouse due to the inclement weather.

All county office will be closed Monday January 16th for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

All county offices will be closed Monday, December 26th in observance of Christmas Day.

All county offices will be closed November 24th & 25th in observance of Thanksgiving.

All county offices will be closed Friday, November 11th in observance of Veteran's Day.

All county offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 8th for General Election Day.

FY 22/23 Budget- On Display

Logan County Courthouse Fencing Press Release

All county offices will be closed Monday, October 10th in observance of Columbus Day.

All county offices will be closed Monday, July 4th, 2022 in observance of Independence Day.

All county offices will be closed Monday, June 20th, 2022 in observance of Juneteenth.

All county offices will be closed on Monday, May 30th in observance of Memorial Day.

Request for Proposals

Logan County Animal Control is looking for permanent part time help.

-Must be able to life 50lbs unassisted & clean lower kennels

-Valid Drivers License

-Logan County Residency is required

-Must be able to work weekends and be able to be On Call

-Must be comfortable around animals

Applications can be picked up in person at:

Logan County Animal Control 1517 N. Kickapoo St. Lincoln, IL 62656

 

All county offices will be closed on Monday February 21st, 2022 for President's Day.

FY 20/21 Salary Publication

The Logan County Courthouse will be closed Friday, February 11th, 2022 in observance of Abraham Lincoln's Birthday.

Due to the current winter storm and the latest models regarding accumulation, the Logan County Courthouse will be closed on Thursday, February 3, 2022.

Stay Safe!

The Logan County Courthouse will be closed on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 due to the forecasted weather.  A decision will be made by 2:30 pm on Wednesday regarding any closures or delayed openings for Thursday.

    The Planning & Zoning and Economic Development Committee of the Logan County Board recently voted to solicit candidates for the above referenced position. The person functioning in this capacity will be a full time Logan County employee and will administer our current local ordinances as well as ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations. Vital part time duties will also involve serving as director to the Regional Planning Commission, scheduling hearings for the Zoning Board of Appeals and assisting that body and administration of the Enterprise Zone.

     It is anticipated that considerable activity involving wind and solar farm development as well as surface mining will occur. Wind and solar farms already have a history in Logan County however each project is unique and will require considerable attention to detail, a close working relationship with the developers and likewise through project construction to assure all standards have been met. Success in this role will not only achieve all the above but do so in a manner that encourages further industry interests.

      This position may involve other duties as assigned and the ability to seek, write, and acquire grant funding should be expected. The capacity to work cooperatively with other community partners to include, but not limited to, municipalities and townships, the Farm Bureau, LEAD, the highway authorities, public and environmental health, and our legislative representatives in Springfield and Washington is essential. The applicant should possess a bachelor's degree in economic development, urban planning, marketing, business, or public administration.  At least three years of economic or community development or similar experience is also required.  Other qualifications include excellent computer, communication and writing skills, being able to meet deadlines, and be flexible with different types of assignments.  

      The person serving in this capacity will receive the same benefit package as other nonunion Logan County employees. This presently includes health and dental insurance, participation in IMRF, sick and vacation days as well as various State and Federal holidays. Salary will be dependent on qualification, experience, work scope capacity and is negotiable. Resumes and a statement of interest should be sent to the Logan County Board Office at 601 Broadway St. Room 17 PO Box 39 Lincoln, IL 62656 or emailed to knewman@logancountyil.gov or hand delivered. All such materials will be kept in the strictest of confidence.

      While no deadline has been established the committee will meet again on 02/02/2022 so it is advised that submission occur as soon as possible. The committee might issue a recommendation as early as mid-February however the ultimate decision will be made by the full Logan County Board and subject to passage of drug screening and a background check.

All county offices will be closed Monday, January 17 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The Logan County Board is now accepting resumes for a Logan County Facilities Maintenance Manager until January 4, 2022. The Full job description is posted below:

Facilities Manager Description

All county offices will be closed Friday December 31st in observance of New Year's Day.

All county offices will be closed Friday December 24th in observance of Christmas.

Notice of Public Hearing

Restoration Photographer

All county offices will be closed Thursday November 25th & Friday November 26th in observance of Thanksgiving.

All county offices will be closed Thursday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.

FY 21-22 Budget ON DISPLAY

All county offices will be closed Monday, October 11, 2021 in observance of Columbus Day.

All county offices will be closed Monday, September 6th 2021, in observance of Labor Day.

Supervisor of Assessments Job Description

Public Hearing Notice

Agenda

All county offices will be closed Monday, July 5th 2021 in observance of the 4th of July.

Logan County Recycling Event 2021

Invitation to Bid- Scully Park Fountain

Public Hearing Notice

All County Offices will be closed Monday, May 31st 2021 for Memorial Day.

Logan County Animal Control

Currently the McLean street entrance is open for the elevator only. The main security entrance has been moved to the Pulaski Street side due to the crane being moved. We apologize for any inconvenience and we will keep everyone updated as much as possible.

Public Hearing Notice

2021 County Farm Ground Invitation To Bid

Due to inclement weather the Logan County Courthouse will be closed Tuesday February 16th 2021. We apologize for any inconvenience and want everyone to stay safe. 

All County Offices will be closed Monday, January 18th, 2021 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

All County Offices will be closed January 1st for New Year's Day.

Happy New Year and Stay Well from the Logan County Courthouse!!! 

All County Offices will be closed on December 24th and 25th for the Christmas Holiday.

Merry Christmas from the Logan County Courthouse!!!

All County Offices will be closed on Thursday November 26th and Friday November 27th for Thanksgiving.

All County offices will be closed November 3rd 2020 for Election Day and all County offices will be closed November 11th 2020 for Veterans Day.

The Logan County Offices will be closed on Monday, October 12th 2020 for Columbus Day

Notice

Logan County offices will be closed on Monday September 7, 2020 for Labor Day. 

Special Finance Meeting Notice

Public Hearing Notice

Downstate Small Business Stabilization Program Application

Logan County Offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2020 in observance of Independence Day.

Beginning June 1, 2020, all Civil Process services will resume.  Also all Sheriff's Sales can now be scheduled and conducted after June 1, 2020.  Please check back frequently to the Logan County website, www.logancountyil.gov , for updates.  Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this time.

Special Meeting Notice

Downstate Small Business Stabilization Program Application

April 3, 2020:  The suspension of services has been extended to April 30, 2020.  Thank you again for your understanding and cooperation.

As of March 17, 2020, all Civil Process service, except for Orders of Protection, will be temporarily suspended until April 15, 2020.  Also, all Sheriff’s Sales already scheduled and to be scheduled will be suspended until April 15, 2020.  At that time, the situation will be re-evaluated.  We apologize for the short notice due to the ever-evolving situation involving the COVID-19 virus.  Please check back frequently to the Logan County website, www.logancountyil.gov , for updates.  Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Circuit Clerk Criminal Office (217) 735-2376  or Civil Office (217)732-1163

In regards to Illinois Supreme Court Order and the 11^th Judicial Circuit Administrative Order 2020-06 in response to COVID-19 Emergency, Logan County Circuit Clerk’s Office will remain open with a reduction in staff to handle all statutory duties required of the clerk. Any business that can be conducted without appearing in the building should be handled by mail or phone call.  Payment of fines and fees should be paid online at www.judici.com or by mail. Record searches and requests for copies should be addressed in writing with contact information.  Please call first to see if you can be helped without appearing in the building.  For case information, court date or balances, please check online at www.judici.com

Please see the link below for the Courthouse and Logan County Officials hours & procedures for each Department.

Temporary Hours for County Officials

IMPORTANT - Please read the below information regarding COVID-19

Proclomation & Media Release

As of March 17, 2020, all Civil Process service, except for Orders of Protection, will be temporarily suspended until April 15, 2020.  Also, all Sheriff’s Sales already scheduled and to be scheduled will be suspended until April 15, 2020.  At that time, the situation will be re-evaluated.  We apologize for the short notice due to the ever-evolving situation involving the COVID-19 virus.  Please check back frequently to the Logan County website, www.logancountyil.gov , for updates.  Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Emergency Order - Covid-19

In order to protect our employees and the public, we ask that you DO NOT enter any facility during this time if you have the following active symptoms:

• Fever
• Cough/Sneezing Cold Symptoms
• Difficulty Breathing

In order to keep our facility free of COVID-19 we ask that you abide by this.  Anyone with "active" signs of this virus should stay home, avoid contact with the public, and Call their Doctor as soon as possible.

Please utilize any drop off boxes, US Mail, or telephone for general business and limit public appearance as a last resort as we are following the IDPH and CDC mitigation strategy at this time.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

 

The Logan County Board is accepting proposals for a managed print service contract. For specs, please contact Cameron Halpin at (217) 671-4199. All proposals must be turned in by March 5th. 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 2020

ILLINOIS SHERIFFS' ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIPS

                  The Illinois Sheriffs' Association announces that it will be awarding over $58,000 in college scholarships throughout the State of Illinois to students wishing to pursue higher education during the 2020-2021 academic year.  The scholarships are to be applied to tuition, books and fees only.  The student must be enrolled full-time at a certified institution of higher learning within the State of Illinois.

                  Sheriff Mark Landers, Logan County, will be awarding one (1) scholarship in the amount of $500.00.

                  There will be no restriction on any applicant by reason of race, age, creed, color, sex or national origin.  The only limitations are as follows:

·         Applicants must be permanent Illinois residents

·         Scholarships must be utilized at institutions of higher learning within the State of Illinois

·         Students must be enrolled as a full-time student during the 2020-2021 school year (excluding summer session)

                  Applications are now available at your local Sheriff's office or on the ISA Website www.ilsheriff.org.  Students must complete the application; answer the essay question and return all documentation to the Sheriff's office in their permanent county of residence by March 15, 2020 (must be postmarked by this date).  Directory of Sheriffs offices available on our website.  For more information, please contact your local Sheriff’s office, Illinois Sheriffs’ Association, high school advising center, or college financial aid office.

Logan County Offices will be closed on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 for Lincoln's Birthday and also on Monday, February 17, 2020 for Presidents' Day.

Logan County Offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2020 for New Year's Day and Monday, January 20, 2020 for Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday.

Logan County Offices will close at noon on Tuesday, December 24, 2019 and will be closed Wednesday December 25, 2019 for Christmas. 

Logan County Offices will be closed on Thursday November 28, 2019 and Friday November 29, 2019 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. 

Logan County offices will be closed on Monday November 11, 2019 for Veteran's Day. 

The Logan County Board is accepting bids for HVAC Systems at our Animal Control building.  For specs, please contact Dave Blankenship at 217-871-2998.  Bids will be opened up in the County Clerk's Office at 601 Broadway St., Room #20, Lincoln, IL 62656 on Thursday, October 31, 2019 at 10:00 am.  All bids must be turned in by this time.

*Please note the change in due date and time.

Logan County Offices will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2019 for Columbus Day.

The Logan County Sheriff’s Office is accepting sealed bids for the installation of video surveillance recording system at the Logan County Jail. Sealed bids must be received at the Logan County Sheriff’s Office at 601 Broadway Street, Lincoln, IL 62656 by October 20^th, 2019.  For questions, please contact Captain Michael Block at 217-735-6703.

Logan County Offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2019 for Labor Day.

Logan County Offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2019 for Independence Day.

Logan County Offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2019 for Memorial Day.

On May 2, 2019, at approximately 9:00 a.m., a portion of the interior ceiling of the 3rd floor courtroom at the Logan County Courthouse collapsed.  This collapse of the ceiling was due to rain water that entered the structure through the leaking dome.  Court was in session when the collapse occurred however there were no injuries sustained by anyone present in the courtroom.

Damage assessment is currently ongoing and at this time, as a precautionary measure, the third floor of the Logan County Courthouse will be cordoned off.  All court services will continue to function, but will be limited to the first and second floor of the courthouse.  For those appearing for a scheduled court hearing, please check in with security when entering the courthouse to ascertain where court proceedings will be taking place.  Court will be held on both the first and second floor and governmental offices will continue to operate as normal with the exception of the Logan County State's Attorney's office which was impacted by the incident.  Further information will be forthcoming on the continuity of operations from State's Attorney Hauge in regards to his office.

Please check the Logan County website for future updates.

Statement

The Logan County Board will have a special meeting on Monday, May 6, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. in the Conference Room of the Logan County Paramedic Association, 1300 N. Postville Drive, Lincoln, Illinois. The meeting will be to discuss emergency repairs to the Courthouse.

/S/ THERESA MOORE

    LOGAN COUNTY CLERK

Lincoln man sentenced to 41 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for sexually assaulting a child and producing child pornography.

On April 30, 2019, Associate Judge William Workman accepted a fully negotiated plea agreement sending Daniel C. Baker, 34, of the 1100 block of Postville Drive, to 41 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.

Baker pleaded guilty to one count of Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault of a Child and one count of Child Pornography, each a Class X Felony. On the first count, Baker was sentenced to 35 years and must serve at least 85% of the sentence. On the second count, Baker was sentenced to 6 years and must serve at least 50% of that sentence. The sentences must be served consecutively and Baker was given credit for the 428 days he spent in pre-trial detention. As a consequence of these offenses, Baker must serve between 3 years and natural life of mandatory supervised release (formerly called parole) and register as a sex offender for the rest of his natural life.

During the plea Logan County State’s Attorney Bradley Hauge stated that in August of 2017 Baker forced a child he knew, who was under 13 years old, to touch him and that Baker also took a photograph of the incident.

The Sangamon County Child Advocacy Center with the assistance of the Lincoln Police Department investigated this case.

One in four girls and one in six boys will be sexually abused by the time they are 18 years old. If you suspect a child is being abused, call 1-800-25-ABUSE.

Where:  Logan County Fairgrounds

             1408 Short 11th Street

              Lincoln, IL  62656

When:  Saturday, April 13, 2019

             8 am - Noon

 

For more details, please see the link below.

Electronics Recycling Flyer

The Logan County Board is seeking bids for mowing of County property. For bid specifications, contact the County Board Office, 217-732-6400, or akuhlman@logancountyil.gov . Bids must be received by Tuesday, March 5, 2019.

Four men sentenced to 130 combined years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for roles in 2017 Lincoln shooting.

On October 1, 2017, the Lincoln Police Department and the Logan County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call for gunshots fired in the 700 block of South Walnut Street in Lincoln, Illinois. Based on the investigation, a Logan County Grand Jury indicted Gerald Thomas Jr. (d.o.b. 5-16-91), Jeremiah Friend (d.o.b. 9-19-99), Casey J. Cottrill (d.o.b. 5-11-94) and Shondale E. Henson (d.o.b. 9-10-94).

On December 13, 2018, following a three-day bench trial, Associate Judge William Workman found Gerald Thomas Jr. guilty of two counts Attempt First Degree Murder, one count Aggravated Battery with a Firearm, and one count Unlawful Possession of Weapon by Felon. Judge Workman specifically found that during the commission of one of the Attempt First Degree Murder charges Thomas personally discharged a firearm that was the proximate cause of great bodily harm to a victim. Judge Workman further found that during the commission of the other Attempt First Degree Murder charge Thomas was armed with a firearm. The case was then continued for a sentencing hearing.

On February 12, 2019, Judge Workman sentenced Gerald Thomas Jr. to a total of 86 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Based on Illinois law, Thomas must serve at least 85% of the first 76 years and at least 50% the last 10 years. Thomas must then serve 3 years of mandatory supervised release (formerly called parole). Thomas also received credit for the 429 days he spent in custody while awaiting trial.

Also on February 12, 2019, Judge Workman accepted a fully negotiated plea agreement sending Jeremiah Friend to the Illinois Department of Corrections for 26 years for one count of Attempt First Degree Murder, followed by 3 years of mandatory supervised release. Friend must serve at least 85% of the sentence and was given received credit for 220 days spent in pre-trial detention.

On February 20, 2019, Judge Workman accepted fully negotiated plea agreements of Casey Cottrill and Shondale Henson. Cottrill and Henson each plead guilty to Aggravated Battery and were sentenced to 10 years and 8 years in the Department of Corrections, respectively. Each must serve 85% of the sentence and each must then serve 3 years of mandatory supervised release. Cottrill received credit for 435 days spent in pre-trial detention and Henson received credit for 434 days spent in pre-trial detention.

This case was investigated by the Lincoln Police Department with the help of the Logan County Sheriff’s Office and the Illinois State Police. Thanks to the hard work and thorough investigation by law enforcement all four men involved in this incident have been successfully prosecuted and sentenced to the Illinois Department of Corrections.

“The senseless gun violence exhibited by these men will not be tolerated,” said Logan County State’s Attorney Bradley M. Hauge. “The people who live in this community deserve to feel safe in their homes and also in public. Those who have personal disagreements should keep these sentences in mind before turning to firearms to settle their differences.”

Public notice is hereby given that the Logan County Board will receive sealed bids to Remove and Replace the Existing Aviation Fuel System at the Logan County Airport, at 2:00 PM on MARCH 19, 2019.

The project shall be constructed in accordance with the terms, conditions, and specifications of the bidding documents prepared for the project.  The project is subject to Federal provisions, including but not limited to:

Buy American Preference

Foreign Trade Restriction

Davis-Bacon

Affirmative Action

Government-wide Debarment and Suspension

Government-wide Requirements for Drug-free Workplace

Requests for bidding documents, plans, specifications, and proposal forms will be filled for a fee by Springfield Reprographics, 1620 South 5^th Street, Springfield, Illinois 62703, Phone:  (217)523-4632, Fax: (217)544-6570.  Fees, shipping costs, and printing charges shall be payable to Springfield Reprographics.

Prequalification (required) shall be requested by the proposed bidders (to the Engineer) no later than 5:00 PM on MARCH 8, 2019.  Any bidder who submits a proposal without prior prequalification shall have the bid returned, unopened, or have the proposal unopened at the letting, with no exceptions.

Bids will be opened and publicly read at the Logan County Airport, 1351 Airport Road, Lincoln, Illinois 62656, at the date and times indicated above.

Bids forwarded by mail must be received at:  Logan County Airport, P.O. Box 39, Lincoln, IL 62656 ON or BEFORE MARCH 18, 2019.

To view an interactive map of the proposed project click below.

http://logancounty.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=c13f66db53ab4fada86f775d674ea961

To view a pdf map of the project click below.

Exhibit 03 WECS and Project Map 1-29-19

For questions about the project please call Will D'Andrea in the Zoning Office, 217-732-4773.

Due to the extreme cold weather moving into the area this afternoon with wind chill temperatures in the -20 to -50 degree range expected, the Logan County Courthouse will be closed beginning at Noon today, Tuesday, January 29, 2019 and will tentatively reopen on Thursday, January 31, 2019 at 8:30.

Sheriff Mark Landers

Logan County Offices will be closed on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 for Lincoln's Birthday and Monday, February 18, 2019 for Presidents' Day.

Connie J. White, age 49, of Lincoln, IL, was arrested by Lincoln Police on 1/15/19 at 12:53pm in the 300 block of 8th St. on a charge of Driving While License Revoked.

Joseph B. Stewart, age 37, of Champaign, IL, was arrested by Logan County on 1/15/19 at 3:19pm at the Logan County Safety Complex on Logan County warrant 2018TR2792 for failure to appear on a Driving on Suspended License charge.

Gabriel R. Greer, age 28, of Springfield, IL, was arrested by Logan County on 1/16/19 at 2:20am on charges of Driving While License Revoked and Fleeing/Attempting to Elude a Peace Officer.

Cody J. Samborski, age 26, of Lincoln, IL, was arrested by Lincoln Police on 01/14/19 at 11:01 am in the 1000 block of North State Street for Driving While License Suspended.

Kourtney A. Lee, age 35, of Lincoln, IL, was arrested by Lincoln Police on 01/14/19 at 2:13 pm on 5^th St for a Logan County Traffic Warrant.

Logan County Offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 1, 2019 for New Year's Day and Monday, January 21, 2019 for Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday.

Logan County Offices will be closed on Monday, December 24, 2018 for Christmas Eve and Tuesday, December 25, 2018 for Christmas Day.

Logan County Offices will be closed on Monday, November 12, 2018 in observance of Veterans Day.  Offices will also be closed on Thursday, November 22, 2018 and Friday, November 23, 2018 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

The office of the Logan County Clerk and Recorder will be closed by county board ordinance on Election Day, November 6,2018.  Only services of Grace Period Registration and Election assistance will be offered on that day. 

Sally J. Turner,

Logan County Clerk

 

The Logan County Board is seeking bids for snow removal at the County parking lots. For bid specifications, contact the County Board Office, 732-6400, or akuhlman@logancountyil.gov. Bids must be received by Tuesday, November 6, 2018.

Logan County Offices will be closed on Monday, October 8, 2018 in observance of Columbus Day.

Logan County Supervisor of Assessments office looking for full time deputy assessor. Must be polite, professional, and dependable. Must be willing to learn assessment practices and attend training for CIAO certification. Office duties include but not limited to assisting public in filing forms and understanding the tax process, answering calls, entering data into computer system, scanning, filing, copying forms and mailing letters. Deputy assessor will also help in assessment processes for county tax purpose and work closely with other county offices and assessors. Field work may occasionally be required and those duties include but not limited to viewing, measuring, photographing, and valuing real estate. Experience working with the public, data entry, reading legal descriptions and deeds, valuation of real estate, and computer skills, are desired.   Full time Monday-Friday 8:30 - 4:30. Benefits.  Resumes due by Tuesday, September 18^th, and can be mailed to the Logan County Board, P.O. Box 39, Lincoln, IL  62656 or emailed to akuhlman@logancountyil.gov .  Questions, please call Amy Kuhlman at 217-732-6400. 

Logan County Offices will be closed on Monday, September 3, 2018 in observance of Labor Day.

September 4th at 1:30 pm

Oasis Senior Center, Lincoln

Flyer

MEETING CHANGE NOTICE

Due to unforeseen circumstances, all Logan County Board Committee meetings usually held in the Blue Room of the Logan County Safety Complex will be held in Room 17 of the Logan County Courthouse the entire month of July.

/S/ Sally J. Turner

Logan County Clerk

July 2, 2018

 

MEETING NOTICE

The Logan County Airport and Farm meeting will meet at 7:00p.m at the Logan County Highway Department in the Conference Room instead of the Safety Complex.

The Logan County Road and Bridge meeting will meet at 7:30p.m at the Logan County Highway Department in the Conference Room instead of the Safety Complex.

The Logan County Highway Department is located at 529 S. McLean Street, Lincoln, IL 62656

/S/ SALLY J. TURNER

                                                    LOGAN COUNTY CLERK

Anyone interested in getting alerts sent to your phone from the EMA/911 office can text LOGAN911EMA to 888777

Logan County Offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, 2018 in observance of Independence Day.

Logan County Offices will be closed on Monday, May 28, 2018 in observance of Memorial Day.

The Department of Revenue, Springfield, Illinois has fixed Monday, June 4, 2018, as the date for an examination for the office of Supervisor of Assessments.

The examination will be held at the Logan County Courthouse, located at 601 Broadway St., Room 17, Lincoln, IL  62656 at the hour of 9:30 a.m.

Application forms and information may be obtained by contacting Amy Kuhlman at the Board Office in the Logan County Courthouse, in Lincoln, located at 601 Broadway St., Room 16, Lincoln, IL  62656.  Individuals interested in taking the examination should contact Amy Kuhlman at 217-732-6400 by 10:00 a.m. of the Friday before, June 1, 2018, the examination to register.

To be eligible for election or appointment to the office of Supervisor of Assessments, an individual must meet the eligibility criteria set forth in 35 ILCS 200/3-5 of the Property Tax Code.

The examination and facilities will be accessible to persons with disabilities in compliance with state and federal laws.  Persons in need of special accommodations should notify Amy Kuhlman at 217-732-6400, by Friday, June 1, 2018 before 4:30 p.m. to make the necessary arrangements.

Ring found on 5/15/18 outside on the Courthouse grounds.  Identification and Pick-up in the County Board Office.

The Office of the County Clerk and Recorder is closed on Election Day, March 20th, to all services other than election related.

INFORMATIONAL MEETING

The Greater Peoria Economic Development Council (GPEDC) will host an informational meeting on Monday, February 26, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at Lincoln Park District in the Ball Room.

LOGAN COUNTY BOARD

Logan County Offices will be closed on Monday, February 12, 2018 in observance of Lincoln's Birthday and Monday, February 19, 2018 in observance of Presidents' Day.

Logan County Offices will be closed on Monday, January 1, 2018 in observance of New Year's Day and Monday, January 15, 2018 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Logan County Offices will be closed Thursday, November 23rd, 2017 and Friday, November 24th, 2017 in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.

EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 1, 2017, PERSONAL CELL PHONES WILL NO LONGER BE ALLOWED INSIDE THE LOGAN COUNTY COURTHOUSE.

YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO SECURE YOUR PERSONAL CELL PHONE OUTSIDE OF THE BUILDING.

To: Logan County Media

From:  Sally J. Turner, Logan County Clerk

Date: September 25, 2017

No Election in Illinois This November

Logan County Clerk Sally J. Turner wants voters to know there is no election in November of this year. Turner said her office has received a few calls from voters wanting to know when Election was to be held in November, where they vote, and who's on the ballot. 

Many standard calendars list Tuesday, November 7 as Election Day, but that's not the case in Illinois. Our next election will be the General Primary on March 20, 2018, in which voters will nominate within their party for the those they want to represent them in the November 2018 General Election.  Petitions are now being circulated for placement on the ballot for the March Primary, which leads to additional confusion by the electorate. 

If you have questions concerning voting and voting eligibility, please contact the Office of the County Clerk Elections Department at (217)732-4148 or go to the website at www.logancountyil.gov under County Clerk for useful tools for the election, registration and voting.

LOGAN COUNTY REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Public Notice

Notice is hereby given that Logan County (Owner) is requesting innovative solutions and proposals from qualified providers for energy conservation measures at Owner facilities pursuant to the Local Government Energy Conservation Act, 50 ILCS 515. These services and improvements are to be delivered on a guaranteed performance contracting basis which will allow Owner to: 1) incur no initial capital cost, 2) achieve significant long term savings which are measured and verified, 3) obtain an annual savings guarantee which will be equal to or greater than the total annual project costs, 4) obtain consistent levels of facility occupant comfort and system functionality, and 5) finance the project through an installment payment or a lease purchase arrangement over an extended contract term.

Sealed proposals shall be received at 601 Broadway Street P.O. Box 39, Lincoln, IL 62656 no later than Noon on August 1st, 2017. Extensions will not be granted and late responses will not be accepted. At 6:00pm on August 1st, 2017 all proposals will be publicly opened by a representative of Owner at The Logan County Safety Complex during the monthly Building and Grounds Committee meeting located at 911 Pekin Street, Lincoln, IL 62656.

In accordance with 50 ILCS 515, Owner discloses that SmartWatt participated in the preparation of this Request for Proposals. No investment grade energy audit was conducted.

Direct questions regarding this Request for Proposals to Amy Kuhlman in the County Board Office at (217) 732-6400.

Part-time maintenance person 3 days per week for parks and courthouse. Must be at least 18.

Submit resume’ in person to County Board Office, 601 Broadway, Room#16, by Wed., June 14^th.

Real Estate tax bills will be mailed out Tuesday, May 30, 2017. Please see the Treasurer’s Office website for further information.

    On November 1, 2016, Associate Judge William Workman accepted a fully negotiated plea sentencing Misty McKenzie to 15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for the offense of Aggravated Unlawful Participation in Methamphetamine Manufacturing, a Class X Felony. 

     The conviction and sentence stem from a June 15, 2016 investigation by the Lincoln Police Department at 122 South Logan Street, Apt. #4, Lincoln, Illinois. Officers conducted a search of the apartment and discovered 211 grams of a substance containing methamphetamine along with other items associated with the manufacture of methamphetamine. 

     Misty McKenzie pleaded guilty to participation in the manufacture of at least 100 grams of a substance containing methamphetamine and that the manufacture took place in a multi-unit dwelling. For the offense of Aggravated Unlawful Participation in Methamphetamine Manufacture, Associate Judge William Workman sentenced Misty McKenzie to 15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. The law requires that McKenzie serve 75% of the 15 year prison sentence before becoming eligible for mandatory supervised release (formerly known as parole). Her current projected parole date is September 15, 2027.

 

     On November 16, 2016, Associate Judge William Workman held a sentencing hearing for Donald E. Sturgeon for convictions entered after a September jury trial. In September of this year, a Logan County jury found Sturgeon guilty of the following offenses: Aggravated Unlawful Participation in Methamphetamine Manufacturing, a class X Felony; Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine Precursors, a Class 2 Felony; and Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine with the Intent to Deliver, a Class 2 Felony.

     The convictions and sentence stem from a January 14, 2016 investigation by the Lincoln Police Department at 1006 7th Street, Lincoln, Illinois. Officers apprehended Donald E. Sturgeon outside that residence. Initially, Donald E. Sturgeon fled from police throwing a vial containing methamphetamine. Pursuant to a search incident to arrest, officers discovered over 30 grams of pseudoephedrine (a substance used to manufacture methamphetamine) on Sturgeon's person. Inside the residence of 1006 7th Street, officers located an active methamphetamine lab in a room where Sturgeon was staying.

     The jury found beyond a reasonable doubt that Donald E. Sturgeon participated in the manufacture of at least 400 grams of substance containing methamphetamine and that the manufacturing took place within 1,000 feet of Jefferson Elementary School. The jury also found beyond a reasonable doubt that Sturgeon possessed at least 30 grams of a methamphetamine precursor with the intent that it be used to manufacture a substance containing methamphetamine, and that Sturgeon possessed with the intent to deliver a substance containing methamphetamine.  

     For the offenses of Aggravated Unlawful Participation in Methamphetamine Manufacturing and Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine Precursors, Associate Judge William Workman sentenced Donald E. Sturgeon to 45 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. The law requires that Sturgeon serve 75% of the 45 year prison sentence before becoming eligible for mandatory supervised released (formerly known as parole).

     For the offense of Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine with Intent to Deliver, Associate Judge William Workman sentenced Donald E. Sturgeon to 14 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. All three prison sentences, pursuant to law, will run concurrent to each other.

     At the time of these offenses Donald E. Sturgeon was on mandatory supervised release (formerly known as parole) from the Illinois Department of Corrections for two Class X Felony drug convictions - one conviction out of DeWitt County and another conviction out of Macon County.

     "The Court sentenced Mr. Sturgeon to a lengthy term of prison in part because of Mr. Sturgeon's significant criminal history but also to deter others from committing these types of offenses. The message of deterrence is very clear: the production and delivery of methamphetamine is an offense that will bring very serious consequences," stated Jonathan Wright, Logan County State's Attorney.

    On October 19, 2016, Associate Judge Thomas Funk sentenced Tina Patton to 3 1/2 years to the Illinois Department of Corrections. The sentence is based on her conviction in Logan County case number 2015-CF-154 for Forgery, a class 3 felony.

     On the same date, Associate Judge William Workman sentenced Kristofer Haning to 4 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. The sentence is based on his conviction in Logan County case number 2015-CF-175 for Aggravated Driving Under the Influence, a class 2 felony.

     On October 18, 2016, Associate Judge William Workman accepted a fully negotiated plea agreement which sentenced Lawrence Bunkley to 3 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections in Logan County case number 2015-CF-192 for the offense of Aggravated Driving Under the Influence, a class 4 felony.

     On September 13, 2016, Associate Judge William Workman accepted a fully negotiated plea agreement sentencing Calen Ballard to 6 1/2 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections with a period of 1 year of mandatory supervised release (formerly known as parole) for the offense of Unlawful Delivery of a Controlled Substance, a class 3 felony, in Logan County case number 16 CF 42.

     On February 23, 2016, Lincoln Police conducted a follow-up investigation regarding a heroin overdose that occurred 5 days before at the Budget Inn, 2011 N. Kickapoo Street, Lincoln. Officers entered room 123 of the Budget Inn and found several individuals inside, including Calen Ballard. Officers observed small pieces of foil consistent with the packaging of heroin, a hypodermic syringe, and 0.3 grams of a substance that tested positive for the presence of heroin. One of the occupants of the room stated he had just purchased the heroin from Ballard prior to police arrival.

     Based on the Lincoln Police heroin overdose investigation, Jason Routson was also charged, convicted and sentenced for the offense of Aggravated Battery, a class 1 felony. Routson was sentenced to a term of 8 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections in Logan County case number 16 CF 36 on April 19, 2016.

On September 13, 2016, Associate Judge William Workman accepted a fully negotiated plea agreement sentencing Jacob Mehan to 3 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections with a period of 2 years of mandatory supervised release (formerly known as parole) for the offense of Aggravated Driving Under the Influence, a class 2 felony, and Aggravated Battery, a class 2 felony, in Logan County case number 16-CF-126.

     On July 29, 2016, Lincoln Police observed a 1996 Dodge pickup truck driving slowly and erratically at or near the intersection of S. McLean Street and Pulaski Street. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was identified as Jacob Mehan. Officers smelled a strong odor of alcoholic beverage coming from Mehan's breath and also observed poor balance. Officers also located an open bottle of alcohol within the cab of the pickup truck. Based upon Mehan's two prior convictions of driving under the influence, the offense was elevated to a felony.

     Due to resisting on scene, medical personnel were dispatched to provide treatment to Jacob Mehan. While providing care, Mehan kicked the hand of one of the first responders which lead to the offense of Aggravated Battery.

     The sentence calls for a 3 year sentence to prison on both Aggravated Driving Under the Influence and Aggravated Battery which will run concurrent to each other.

       On September 7, 2016, Associate Judge William Workman accepted a fully negotiated plea agreement sentencing Stephen Nelson to 8 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections with a period of 2 years of mandatory supervised release (formerly known as parole) for the offense of Aggravated Battery, a class 1 felony, in Logan County case number 15-CF-122.

       The case arose out of a July 2015 investigation of a heroin overdose. On July 14, 2015, Lincoln Police responded to a dispatch of a heroin overdose. Upon arrival, they discovered an individual displaying signs of a heroin overdose. Logan County Paramedics responded to the scene as well and provided medical care and transportation to the Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital. The individual who overdosed survived the incident. Upon investigation, the other individuals on scene provided information that Stephen Nelson was the original source of heroin for the overdose. A search warrant was obtained for Stephen Nelson's residence which produced evidence corroborating the statements of those on scene.

       In an unrelated criminal investigation, Stephen Nelson also pleaded guilty to Unlawful Delivery of a Controlled Substance, a class 2 felony, in Logan County case number 15-CF-96. He was sentenced to 5 years in prison which will run concurrent with the 8 year sentence for Aggravated Battery.

On July 20, 2016, Associated Judge William Workman sentenced Randy E. Rice to 2 1/2 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections with 1 year of mandatory supervised release (formerly known as parole). Rice was previously convicted of Aggravated Driving Under the Influence, a class 4 felony and sentenced to a term of probation. On March 15, 2016, Rice admitted to violating his probation and the case was set for sentencing. At the sentencing hearing, the Court followed the recommendations of the State's Attorneys' Office and sentenced Rice to prison.

 

On August 16, 2016, Associate Judge William Workman sentenced Ricky L. Gharrett pursuant to a fully negotiated plea agreement. The agreement sentenced Gharrett to 7 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections with a period of 2 years of mandatory supervised release (formerly known as parole) for one count of Unlawful Delivery of Controlled Substance within 1,000 feet of Real Property Comprising a School, a class 1 felony.

 

The case arose out of a May 2016 investigation conducted by Illinois State Police and the Lincoln Police Department. Working with a confidential source, law enforcement conducted a controlled purchase of less than 0.1 grams of heroin from Ricky Gharrett. The transaction occurred at 215 N. Butler Street, which is located less than 1,000 feet from Washington-Monroe School.       

Central Illinois motorcyclists are honoring those who died in the line of duty while raising money for the families left behind.

The 12th annual Peace Keepers ride raises money for the Illinois Military Family relief fund.

This year's ride kicked off at Camp Lincoln before heading to South Jacksonville in memory of police officer Scot Fitzgerald.

Then the ride continued through Pleasant Plains to recognize fallen solider Joshua Powell.

With recent police shootings throughout the country, organizers say now is the time to show support of deserving officers.

"Look at what's happening around us. We need to continue to show support. We understand that there are bad people in every organization and in every group, but today isn't about that. Today's about the support and honoring our military families," said Mylas Copeland, president of Peace Keepers Ride Incorporated.

Copeland says this year's goal was $35,000

Nearly 250 motorcyclists joined in the ride.

     On June 29, 2016, Associate Judge William Workman sentenced Sherman Willis to 9 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections with a period 1 year of mandatory supervised release (formerly known as parole) for three counts of Unlawful Delivery of Controlled Substance, each a class 3 felony.

   

July is Extreme Heat Preparedness Month

   

Heat kills by pushing the human body beyond its limits. In extreme heat and high humidity, evaporation is slowed and the body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature.

Most heat disorders occur because the victim has been overexposed to heat or has over-exercised for his or her age and physical condition. Older adults, young children and those who are sick or overweight are more likely to succumb to extreme heat.

Conditions that can induce heat-related illnesses include stagnant atmospheric conditions and poor air quality. Consequently, people living in urban areas may be at greater risk from the effects of a prolonged heat wave than those living in rural areas. Also, asphalt and concrete store heat longer and gradually release heat at night, which can produce higher nighttime temperatures known as the "urban heat island effect."

A heat wave is an extended period of extreme heat, and is often accompanied by high humidity. These conditions can be dangerous and even life-threatening for humans who don't take the proper precautions.

The public health crisis in Flint, Mich., is a man-made disaster. An unfortunately titled “emergency manager” appointed by the governor to oversee the city’s finances made the decision to switch drinking water sources from Lake Huron to the Flint River to save money.

The river water was highly corrosive, causing lead to leach into the drinking water. State and federal regulators were slow to respond to residents’ concerns and either minimized or ignored the lead problem for months.