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Champaign County Board Environment and Land Use Committee met May 10.

Here is the minutes provided by the Committee:

I. Call to Order

Committee Chair Esry called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

II. Roll Call

A verbal roll call was taken and a quorum was declared present.

III. Approval of Agenda and Addendum

Motion by Mr. Goss to approve the agenda as distributed; seconded by Ms. Petrie. Upon vote, the Motion Carried unanimously.

IV. Approval of Minutes

A. ELUC Committee meeting – March 8, 2018

Motion by Ms. Petrie to approve the minutes of the March 8, 2018 ELUC meeting; seconded by Mr. Marsh. Upon vote, the Motion Carried unanimously.

V. Public Participation

Ms. Fortado entered the meeting at 6:40 p.m.

Mr. Patterson entered the meeting at 6:43 p.m.

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Barney Bryson expressed concern regarding the bees kept by his neighbors. According to Mr. Bryson, the bees have become aggressive in the past five years. Mr. Bryson stated him and his wife, as well as several guests have been stung. He noted that several other neighbors have allowed the beekeeper to put hives on their properties as well. Mr. Bryson estimates there are at least one million bees in the area. He requests this committee help to develop a limitation to the number of bees allowed.

VI. Communications

None

VII. For Information Only

A. 2017 Champaign County MS4 Area Storm Water Survey Results

Ms. Monte reviewed the results of the survey. She noted the sample size was 350. According to Ms. Monte, 18% responded. Ms. Monte indicated this was a pilot survey and provided a baseline for future surveys.

B. Observer Report: March 26th and April 30th 2018 Mahomet Aquifer Protection Task Force Meetings

Ms. Monte summarized the document she handed out. The information contained the webpage content from the IEPA Mahomet Aquifer Protection Task Force. Ms. Monte agreed to email contact information to the committee members.

C. E-Guide for Residents of Champaign County revised 04/23/2018

Ms. Monte noted next week’s electronics collection booked fully in ten days. The next scheduled event is September 9, 2018.

D. Award of Illinois Housing Development Agency’s land Bank Grant to Village of Rantoul

Mr. Hall stated the Village requested $500,000 and was granted $150,000. According to Mr. Hall, the first step is the feasibility study. He noted the goal of the land bank is to be self-sustaining.

E. Notice of Non-Compliance with Illinois Noxious Weed Law

Mr. Hall commented that this is the second year the State of Illinois has sent out notices of non-compliance. He noted that last year, all but Williamson County received this notice. The Planning & Zoning department follows up on all complaints and every landowner has responded appropriately.

F. Public Notice of Renewal of Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) Resource conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Permit for UI Special Materials Storage Facility located at 2006 Griffith Drive, Champaign

Mr. Hall explained this item is simply for information.

VIII. Items to be Approved by ELUC

A. Recreation & & Entertainment License: Eastern Illinois A.B.A.T.E. Inc., for live bands and motorcycle rodeo, Rolling Hills Campground, 3151-A CR2800E, Penfield for June 1-3, 2018

Mr. Hall noted the Sheriff has already signed off on this.

Motion by Mr. Goss; seconded by Ms. Petrie. Upon vote, the Motion Carried unanimously.

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IX. Items to be Recommended to the County Board

A. Subdivision Case 200-18: Lenehan Acres Subdivision – Final Plat Approval of a One-Lot Minor Subdivision for an existing house located in the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 2 of T17N-R9E of the Third Principal Meridian in Crittenden Township and known as the house located at 596 CR1600 E, Philo, IL

Mr. Hall noted the purpose of separation is to sell it in compliance with the subdivision ordinance.

Motion by Ms. Petrie; seconded by Ms. Fortado. Upon vote, the Motion Carried unanimously. Ms. Petrie requested this item not be placed on the consent agenda.

B. Proposed Minor Amendments to the Champaign County Land Resource Management Plan (placed on 30-day review on March 8, 2018)

Motion by Ms. Petrie; seconded by Mr. Marsh. Upon vote, the Motion Carried unanimously. Ms. Petrie requested this item not be placed on the consent agenda.

C. Resolution Accepting the Illinois Housing Development Agency’s Abandoned Properties Program Grant

Mr.Hall stated the County requested a grant of $85,000. It received an award of $40,000. Mr. Hall believes this will cover approximately four properties. This money can reimburse maintenance expenses, such as mowing. Mr. Hall noted this grant requires quarterly reporting.

Motion by Mr. Marsh; seconded by Ms. Petrie. Upon vote, the Motion Carried unanimously.

D. Annual Facility Inspection Report for the national Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Storm Water Discharge Permit with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) for the period 4/1/17 – 3/31/18

Mr.Hall reviewed the handout provided. He noted an additional update will be added prior to the meeting of the full County Board. Mr. Goss requested Mr. Hall change “strom” sewer to “storm” sewer on page eleven of the report.

Motion by Ms. Fortado; seconded by Ms. Petrie. Upon vote, the Motion Carried unanimously. Ms. Petrie requested this item not be placed on the consent agenda.

E. Closed Session pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(6) to consider the setting of a price for lease or sale of property owned by Champaign County

Motion by Ms. Petrie to enter into Closed Session pursuant to 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(6) to consider the setting of a price for lease or sale of property owned by Champaign County and that the following parties remain present: Director of Planning and Zoning and recording secretary; seconded by Mr. Goss.

Roll call vote:

Aye: 6 – Marsh, Patterson, Petrie, Fortado, Goss, Esry

Nay: 0

Motion carried with unanimous support.

The Environment and Land Use Committee entered into Closed Session at 7:29 p.m.

The Environment and Land Use Committee resumed Open Session at 7:37 p.m.

X. Other Business

A. Solar Farm

In response to a question from Ms. Fortado, Mr. Hall explained the discussion involving solar farms continues with the Zoning Board of Appeals.

XI. Chair’s Report

None

XII. Designation of Items to be Placed on the Consent Agenda

IX C

XIII. Adjournment

Motion by Mr. Goss; seconded by Mr. Marsh. Upon vote, the Motion Carried unanimously.

There being no further business, Mr. Esry adjourned the meeting at 7:40 p.m.

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