08312026 Finance IT Tax Committee Meeting

The Iroquois County Board held a Finance IT Tax Committee meeting on August 31, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. Key procurement discussions included the absence of a formal contract for IT services with Area Wide Technologies despite payments totaling over $102,000 as of May 31, 2026, prompting considerations about whether to continue outsourcing or hire in-house IT personnel. The board also deliberated on establishing a new solid waste coordinator position with a proposed annual salary of $5,000, contingent on identifying a revenue source to fund the role. Additionally, the board reviewed budget adjustments including salary increases for administrative assistants and discussed funding requests, such as a $30,000 support request for the Airy County Economic Development Association. Other procurement-related topics included insurance costs related to fuel storage and equipment, and the management of commercial property listings to attract business investment. Motions were passed to approve the solid waste coordinator salary and budget adjustments for administrative staff.