It isn't groundbreaking work but things continue to plug along as the Clinton YMCA works towards establishing a branch in Monticello.

Executive Director Rennie Cluver indicates the progress is slow and work is becoming more intentional. He explains their exploratory board is trying to make sure the things they are doing now lead them to a decision of whether or not to officially pursuing a branch in the Piatt County community. 

Y officials plan to sit down with Monticello city and school district leadership and hopes to gain their support for a YMCA in Monticello. Cluver indicates once those pieces are in place, they hope to begin a cost study on the old Lincoln School in Monticello. 

As the vision and pursuit for a Monticello YMCA branch enters the year 2020, Cluver hopes fundraising for the branch could begin this calendar year. He explains things could come together pretty quickly in the next 12 months.

Cluver feels they will soon be able to let the public in on more details of their plans. He continues to get positive feedback from Monticello residents and feels there is still interest and anticipation.