The Vermillion County Commissioners convened on January 2, 2025, to address several key agenda items, including leadership nominations and the scheduling of future meetings. The meeting began with a nomination for RJ to serve as the president of the commission, which was seconded and unanimously approved. Following this, Misty Hess was nominated and confirmed as the vice president.

The commissioners then shifted their focus to the meeting schedule for 2025. A discussion ensued regarding the frequency and timing of meetings, with some members expressing a preference for evening sessions to accommodate public attendance. Misty Hess emphasized the importance of maintaining the Commissioner Mentoring Program, which has been a longstanding initiative, and suggested that two meetings in the spring and two in the fall should be scheduled during the day to allow student participation.

Tim raised concerns about the potential conflicts with the mentoring program if evening meetings were prioritized. He proposed a compromise of holding one regular meeting per month in the evening and a second meeting in the morning to handle payroll and other routine business. The discussion highlighted the need for flexibility in scheduling to ensure that all commissioners could participate effectively.

As the meeting progressed, the commissioners debated the best days for meetings, with Wednesday emerging as a preferred option due to its availability. The group considered establishing a regular meeting on the third Wednesday of each month, with a second meeting for payroll and claims as needed.

The commissioners agreed to revisit the meeting schedule in their next session, allowing Tim time to review his commitments. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 14, although Tim indicated he would be unavailable, prompting discussions about rescheduling.

Overall, the meeting underscored the commissioners' commitment to effective governance while balancing the needs of their constituents and ongoing programs. The final decisions regarding the meeting schedule will be made in the upcoming meeting, ensuring that all voices are heard and considered.