Meeting Place: Fulton County Board Office, 257 W. Lincoln St., Lewistown, IL 61542
Time: 5:00pm
Date: December 18th, 2024
1. Call To Order
Meeting called to order at 5:00pm by Chairman Phillips
2. Roll Call
Bob Ackerman – Present Sally Jo Clark – Absent Cathy Eathington – Present
Mat Fletcher – Absent Jason Myetich – Present Bill Phillips – Present
Damon Roberson – Present
Fulton County Board Members:
Elected & Appointed Officials: Kim Mayberry, Zoning Enforcement Officer
Guest(s):
3. Call for Additions/Deletions to and Approval of Agenda – Remove Item 6.b
Motion to Approve Agenda as Altered: Roberson
Second: Ackerman
VOICE VOTE: All Ayes – Motion Passed
Bob Ackerman – Yes Sally Jo Clark – Absent Cathy Eathington – Yes
Mat Fletcher – Absent Jason Myetich – Yes Bill Phillips –Yes
Damon Roberson – Yes
4. Approval of Previous Minutes –November 20th, 2024
Motion to Approve November 20th, 2024 Minutes: Eathington
Second: Roberson
VOICE VOTE: All Ayes – Motion Passed
Bob Ackerman – Yes Sally Jo Clark – Absent Cathy Eathington – Yes
Mat Fletcher – Absent Jason Myetich – Yes Bill Phillips –Yes
Damon Roberson – Yes
5. Public Remarks – None
6. New Business
a. Discussion/Action: Public Hearing To Request A Variance Of Section 11-A.1 Of The Fulton County Zoning Ordinance In Respect To Lot Width Minimums In The AC District. Parcel #10-09-15-300-004
Chairman Phillips asked if there was representative present. Mr. John McCarthy came forward to speak as representative of the estate of John S. Viano. He stated that Mr. and Mrs. Viano owned about 70 acres in Orion Township. They acquired the property on Jan 31st, 1955. The AC District provides for a minimum lot width of 150 feet. The purpose of this request is to obtain a variance in lot width from 150 feet to 128.6 feet. Surveys presented for the ZBA members to look over. He went on to explain that this property has existed in its present form for probably 100 years. There are farm fields on each side of the property. The plan is to sell 69 acres to a farmer and remaining 1 acre to an heir. Member Ackerman asked if there would be another house built on the lot. To which Mr. McCarthy replied no, there is already a house on the property. He clarified that they are dividing one acre out of the parcel. Chairman Phillips stated that the property was in this existence before Fulton County Zoning started.
Chairman Phillips asked if there were any members of the public who wished to speak on this matter.
There were none.
Chairman Phillips open for questions from the board members. Member Eathington clarified that the farm ground is being sold then asked about the plans for the remaining 1 acre. Mr. McCarthy replied it would be sold to an heir.
Chairman Phillips presented the finding of facts:
1. There are no objections to this request.
2. The condition of this land existed before Fulton County Zoning.
Motion to Approve the Finding of Facts: Roberson
Second: Ackerman
RCV: Motion Passed
Bob Ackerman – Yes Sally Jo Clark – Absent Cathy Eathington – Yes
Mat Fletcher – Absent Jason Myetich – Yes Bill Phillips –Yes
Damon Roberson – Yes
Chairman Phillips suggested to approve the variance to allow the lot with of 128.6 feet.
Motion to Grant the Variance: Ackerman
Second: Myetich
RCV: Motion Passed
Bob Ackerman – Yes Sally Jo Clark – Absent Cathy Eathington – Yes
Mat Fletcher – Absent Jason Myetich – Yes Bill Phillips –Yes
Damon Roberson – Yes
b. Discussion/Action: Public Hearing To Request A Conditional Use Permit To Operate A Short Term Rental In Accordance With Section 4.A.1.b(10) Of The Fulton County Zoning Ordinance Parcel #15-15-11-100-015
c. Discussion/Action: Public Hearing To Request A Conditional Use Permit To Operate A Short Term Rental In Accordance With Section 4.A.1.b(10) Of The Fulton County Zoning Ordinance Parcel #15-15-21-200-003
Chairman Phillips asked if there was someone who would like to speak on this matter. Mr. Greives identified himself and was sworn in. Chairman Phillips complimented the beautiful view while visiting the property. Mr. Greives agreed that there is a beautiful view of Rice Lake and the valley. They plan to run the short-term rental during the nice weather months, April through October or November. There is a six-acre lake, swimming pool, horseshoe pits, shooting range, and an archery range. It would be ideal for family gathering and things of that nature. People want to be able to come and enjoy Fulton County.
Chairman Phillips asked if there were members from the public who had questions on this matter.
There were none.
Chairman Phillips opened for questions from the board members. Member Roberson stated this makes sense. With agreement from other members. Member Eathington asked if the furniture would stay and if the kitchen would be available for guests to use. Mr. Grieves said yes, furniture would stay and the kitchen would be used. Member Myetich asked if hunting would be allowed. Mr. Grieves said no hunting would be allowed.
Charmain Phillips proposed the Finding of Facts
1. The site meets requirements for granting a Conditional Use Permit.
2. No objection from any neighbors.
3. This property use will be an asset to Fulton County.
Motion to Approve the Finding of Facts: Roberson
Second: Ackerman
RCV: Motion Passed
Bob Ackerman – Yes Sally Jo Clark – Absent Cathy Eathington – Yes
Mat Fletcher – Absent Jason Myetich – Yes Bill Phillips –Yes
Damon Roberson – Yes
Motion to Grant the Conditional Use Permit: Eathington
Second: Ackerman
RCV: Motion Passed
Bob Ackerman – Yes Sally Jo Clark – Absent Cathy Eathington – Yes
Mat Fletcher – Absent Jason Myetich – Yes Bill Phillips –Yes
Damon Roberson – Yes
d. Discussion/Action: Amendment Correcting the 2019 Ordinance Creating Zoning Provisions for the Distribution and Sale of Medical and Recreational Cannabis in Fulton County, IL from “Chapter 9.4” to “Chapter 9.6”.
Motion to Approve: Ackerman
Second: Roberson
RCV: Motion Passed
Bob Ackerman – Yes Sally Jo Clark – Absent Cathy Eathington – Yes
Mat Fletcher – Absent Jason Myetich – Yes Bill Phillips –Yes
Damon Roberson – Yes
7. Old Business – None
8. Other – None
9. Executive Session – None
10. Adjournment
Motion to Adjourn: Roberson
Second: Myetich
All Ayes; Meeting Adjourned at 5:19p.m.
