Boone County COTW-Finance 06112026

The Boone County Committee of the Whole Finance meeting held on June 11, 2026, primarily focused on financial reports, budget monitoring, and a significant discussion regarding amendments to the Boone County Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). The meeting included approval of a 60-month fair market value lease for office equipment with Marco at $113 per month, selected after receiving multiple quotes. A major agenda item was the proposed text amendment to replace existing zoning and subdivision regulations with the new UDO, which involved detailed discussions about livestock facility setback requirements in relation to state statutes. The board considered aligning local regulations with the Illinois Livestock Management Facilities Act, particularly concerning setbacks from occupied dwellings versus lot lines, and the challenges of enforcing reverse buffer zones to protect existing agricultural operations from encroaching residential developments. The board agreed to consult the state's attorney for legal guidance before finalizing the setback language. No votes were taken on the UDO amendment during this meeting, as it was primarily a discussion session. Other topics included public comments on agricultural setbacks, financial audit updates, and intergovernmental coordination efforts. Overall, the meeting emphasized careful budget oversight and ongoing efforts to update county land use policies in compliance with state law.