Boone County Conservation District
May 19, 2026
The lede
- Board approved Transportation Alternative Program funding award of $203,074 for a project expected to begin construction in winter 2027 (funds must be spent by May 2032)
- Solar system construction bid process yielded no submissions; Executive Director will review next steps
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of Poplar Grove was modified and delayed until June for further review
- District will create clearer citation procedures and funding outline for upcoming major projects
Decisions & votes
Approved (unanimous):
- April 21, 2026 meeting minutes
- Authorization for Executive Director Sage to sign Transportation Alternative Program Acceptance and Acknowledgement Agreement with Region 1 Planning Council for $203,074 in reimbursable funding
- Accounts payable through May 19, 2026
No action taken:
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of Poplar Grove (postponed to June pending minor changes to activities and timeline)
- Official Notice to Bidders for 25kW Solar System construction (no bids received)
Discussion items
- Executive Director Sage will create an outline for the Board detailing funding for upcoming major projects
- Stand-alone citations will be written with clear directions; attorney’s fees only charged if legal representation occurs
- Education Department had busy spring; still seeking counselors for some positions
- Pavilion roof replacement requires architect due to size; architect will help determine best approach
- Transportation Alternative Program funds are reimbursable and construction expected to begin winter 2027
Financial / operational notes
- April 2026 financial reports placed on file subject to audit
- Transportation Alternative Program award: $203,074 (reimbursable funds, must be spent by May 2032)
- Accounts payable approved through May 19, 2026
- 25kW solar system construction project received no bids; Executive Director reviewing next steps