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Previously, the Behavioral Health Coordinating Council [BHCC] — an ad hoc committee composed largely of mental health experts in the area — made spending proposals. The McLean County Board's Executive Committee approved an ordinance Monday to make the group an independent body, stripping members of that authority.
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The McLean County Board’s executive committee unanimously approved a resolution Monday to place a referendum on the November ballot to eliminate the elected office overseeing county finances and bookkeeping, sending the issue to the full board on Thursday.
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The McLean County Board on Thursday rejected a proposal calling for the board to oppose tax-supported services for certain groups of immigrants. The 13-to-7 vote followed nearly two hours of public comments before a standing room-only crowd.
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The board unanimously reelected Republican John McIntyre as chair, while Democrat Elizabeth Johnston was chosen vice chair as part of an agreement the two parties brokered after the Nov. 8 election when 10 Democrats and 10 Republicans won board seats.
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McLean County Board chair Jon McIntyre says if he's reelected, it will likely be his final term in office. Democrat Elizabeth Johnston also is seeking reelection in District 5. Political newcomer Hannah Blumenshine is running for one of the two seats, too.
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Two McLean County Board members who helped select the 24 community members to lead the county's redistricting efforts say the advisory panels show political balance and gender and ethnic diversity.
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Democrats in McLean County say President Joe Biden hit all the right notes in his inaugural address on Wednesday, emphasizing the message of unity is just…
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The McLean County Board has approved keeping the property tax rate the same, as part of next year’s $104.5 million budget.Board member Chuck Erickson…
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Stress is abundant during the COVID-19 pandemic. Job loss, health fears, time spent away from loved ones — it piles up. And that stress takes a toll on…
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A proposal to regulate gatherings on county property -- which called for issuing organizers a fine if they don't provide advance notice of demonstrations…