Jo Daviess County, IL

Executive Committee

Emergency Telephone System Board

Board of Health

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

County Board

Liquor Commission

708 Mental Health Board

Legislative Committee

Joint Committee Budget Review Meetings

Special

Social & Environmental Committee

Joint Committee Budget Review Meetings

Development & Planning Committee

Information & Communications Technology Committee

Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals

Finance, Tax, & Budgets Committee

Joint Committee Budget Review Meetings

Public Works Committee

Executive Committee

Emergency Telephone System Board

Board of Health

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

Legislative Committee

Liquor Commission

County Board

Social & Environmental Committee

Public Works Committee

Development & Planning Committee

Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals

Information & Communications Technology Committee

Finance, Tax, & Budgets Committee

Executive Committee

Emergency Telephone System Board

County Board

Liquor Commission

Legislative Committee

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

Ethics Commission

Information & Communications Technology Committee

Social & Environmental Committee

Public Works Committee

Development & Planning Committee

Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals

Finance, Tax, & Budgets Committee

Board of Health

Liquor Commission

708 Mental Health Board

Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals

Finance, Tax, & Budgets Committee

The Jo Daviess County Finance, Tax, & Budgets Committee will discuss the FY2027 budget preparation and the Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda includes multiple items to recommend renewals for employee health insurance contracts with premium increases of 10.5% and 7.5%. The committee will also consider establishing a Surplus Equity Fund and dissolving the Election Equipment Upgrade Fund.

• Recommend FY2027 contract renewal with United Health Care for dental insurance with a 7.5% premium increase
• Recommend FY2027 contract renewal with 3E Partners for accident, critical illness, and hospitalization insurance with 0% premium increase
• Recommend FY2027 health insurance contract renewals with Medical Associates Health Plans with 10.5% premium increases
• Recommend FY2027 Employer HSA contributions of $2,000 for single and $3,400 for family contracts
• Recommend a Resolution to Establish a Surplus Equity Fund (094) and Dissolve the Election Equipment Upgrade Fund (049)

Information & Communications Technology Committee

Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss proposed amendments to the Jo Daviess County Zoning Regulations, specifically regarding minimum lot area in the Agricultural (AG) district and maximum non-agricultural accessory areas on parcels under five acres, as referred back by the County Board on July 14, 2026. The board will also vote on approval of minutes from three previous meetings.

• Proposed amendment to Title 8, Chapter 3: Minimum lot area in Agricultural/AG zoning district and maximum non-agricultural accessory area on parcels less than five acres
• Proposed amendment to Title 8, Chapter 5: Modify Use Table footnote for minimum lot area threshold requiring a Special Use Permit in AG district
• Approval of minutes from May 27, June 17, and June 24, 2026 meetings
• No unfinished business

Development & Planning Committee

The Jo Daviess County Development & Planning Committee will discuss and possibly recommend three economic development programs for FY2027, totaling $400,000. They will also review strategic goals and receive monthly reports on building, zoning, and economic development.

• Forgiveable Loan Program for Childcare - $100,000
• Small Business Development Grant Program - $50,000
• Target Loan Program - $250,000
• Review of FY2025/FY2027 Strategic Goals
• Monthly reports from Building & Zoning, NWILED, LRA, and Economic Development Fund

Ad-Hoc Health Insurance Committee

The Jo Daviess County Ad-Hoc Health Insurance Committee will consider recommending several FY2027 contract renewals for employee benefits, including dental, voluntary accident/critical illness/hospitalization, and multiple health insurance plans. They will also discuss HSA contributions, premium allocation, alternative insurance assistance, and a voluntary furlough program. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of prior minutes.

• FY2027 contract renewal with United Healthcare for voluntary dental insurance
• FY2027 contract renewal with 3E Partners for Colonial Life accident, critical illness, and hospitalization insurance
• FY2027 health insurance renewals with Medical Associates Health Plans for QHDHP plans (single-only 2000, 3400/6800, Copay 3000/6000)
• Discussion on FY2027 Employer HSA contribution amounts and timing
• Discussion on FY2027 Health Insurance Premium Allocation Policy and Alternative Insurance Assistance Program Policy

The Ad-Hoc Health Insurance Committee recommended FY2027 contract renewals with United Healthcare (dental, 7.5% increase), 3E Partners (voluntary accident/critical illness/hospitalization, 0% increase), and Medical Associates Health Plans (three health plans, 10.5% increase each). It also recommended continuing employer HSA contributions of $2,000 for single and increasing family from $3,300 to $3,400, and maintaining the premium allocation policy with that change. All motions passed by voice vote; one abstention was recorded on the Alternative Insurance Assistance Program Policy.

• Approved minutes of August 15, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Recommended FY2027 United Healthcare dental renewal with 7.5% premium increase (voice vote)
• Recommended FY2027 3E Partners voluntary insurance renewal with 0% increase (voice vote)
• Recommended FY2027 Medical Associates QHDHP Non-Embedded 2000 renewal with 10.5% increase (voice vote)
• Recommended FY2027 Medical Associates QHDHP 3400/6800 renewal with 10.5% increase (voice vote)
• Recommended FY2027 Medical Associates Copay 3000/6000 renewal with 10.5% increase (voice vote)
• Recommended FY2027 employer HSA contributions: $2,000 single, $3,400 family, paid bi-annually (voice vote)
• Recommended FY2027 premium allocation policy with family HSA contribution change to $3,400 (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

Social & Environmental Committee

The Jo Daviess County Social & Environmental Committee will consider recommending approval of 12 contracts between Jo Daviess County Transit and various local organizations, including schools, health centers, and community groups. They will also discuss a resolution to apply for a state capital assistance grant for paratransit vehicles. The meeting includes public comment periods and a review of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Contract recommendations for Galena Public Library District, East Dubuque School District #119, The Galena ARC, Crescent Community Health Center, Allure of Stockton, The United Methodist Church, The Galena Territory Association, Midwest Medical Center, The Senior Resource Center, and The Riverview Center with Jo Daviess County Transit
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Regional Office of Education #8 for transit services
• Resolution authorizing application for Illinois DOT capital assistance grant for paratransit vehicles
• Review of FY2025/FY2027 Strategic Goals
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker

The Jo Daviess County Social & Environmental Committee recommended approval of 12 contracts between Jo Daviess County Transit and various local organizations, plus a resolution to apply for a state capital assistance grant for paratransit vehicles. All motions passed by voice vote. The committee also reviewed progress on strategic goals, including scheduled senior services forums and completion of the mental health services goal.

• Recommended contract with Galena Public Library District (voice vote)
• Recommended contract with East Dubuque School District #119 (voice vote)
• Recommended contract with The Galena ARC (voice vote)
• Recommended contract with Crescent Community Health Center (voice vote)
• Recommended contract with Allure of Stockton (voice vote)
• Recommended contract with United Methodist Church (voice vote)
• Recommended Intergovernmental Agreement with Regional Office of Education #8 (voice vote)
• Recommended resolution for paratransit capital assistance grant application (voice vote)

Special Service Areas

The Jo Daviess County Joint Special Service Area Commissions will meet to review and potentially approve annual reports and FY2027 budget requests from three ambulance service providers serving Special Service Areas #1, #6, and #7. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Warren Area Ambulance Service, Inc. FY2026 annual reports and FY2027 budget request
• Galena Area EMS District FY2026 annual reports and FY2027 budget request
• Elizabeth Community Ambulance Service FY2026 annual reports and FY2027 budget request
• Approval of February 18, 2026 meeting minutes

The Jo Daviess County Joint Special Service Area Commissions approved FY2027 service provider budget requests for Warren, Galena, and Elizabeth ambulance services, with Galena's approval conditioned on submission of a five-year capital plan. Annual reports for all three services were also accepted. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Warren Area Ambulance FY2027 budget request at maximum levy rate (voice vote)
• Approved Galena EMS FY2027 budget request at maximum rate, contingent on five-year capital plan (voice vote)
• Approved Elizabeth Community Ambulance FY2027 budget request at maximum rate (voice vote)
• Accepted Warren Area Ambulance FY2026 annual reports (voice vote)
• Accepted Galena EMS FY2026 annual reports (voice vote)
• Accepted Elizabeth Community Ambulance FY2026 annual reports (voice vote)

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

Legislative Committee

County Board

The Jo Daviess County Board will consider transferring its Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing programs to the Winnebago County Housing Authority, with a resolution and intergovernmental agreement up for approval. The board will also vote on filling a vacant District #16 seat, approving two first-time homebuyer loans, and several transit contracts. Consent agenda includes claims totaling $1,152,771.43 and multiple appointments.

• Resolution and agreement to transfer Jo Daviess County Housing Authority programs to Winnebago County Housing Authority
• Appointment to fill vacant County Board District #16 seat (Wards Grove & Stockton I)
• First Time Homebuyer's Loan for Sofie Ann Burke, Apple River, $6,250 for 10 years
• First Time Homebuyer's Loan for Benjamin P. Francke, Hanover, $6,000 for 10 years
• Claims approval totaling $1,152,771.43

The Jo Daviess County Board approved a resolution and intergovernmental agreement to transfer the Jo Daviess County Housing Authority's Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing programs, along with associated assets, to the Winnebago County Housing Authority, contingent on HUD approval. The board also approved a resolution to purchase a replacement sheriff's squad vehicle from the Contingency Fund, to be reimbursed in FY2027. Additionally, the board approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $1,992,614.72, and made several appointments and reappointments to various boards.

• Approved the Consent Agenda, including minutes, appointments, claims of $1,992,614.72, and line-item transfers.
• Approved a resolution to support and approve an intergovernmental agreement transferring the Jo Daviess County Housing Authority's HCV and Public Housing programs to the Winnebago County Housing Authority.
• Approved the intergovernmental agreement with Winnebago County for the transfer, contingent upon HUD approval.
• Approved a resolution to authorize purchase of a replacement Sheriff's squad vehicle from the Contingency Fund (016), to be reimbursed in FY2027 from the Sheriff Vehicle Fund (038).
• Approved an ordinance amending the County Board's rules of order and procedure regarding committees.
• Approved a resolution to dissolve the Grant Administration Oversight Committee.
• Approved two First Time Homebuyer's Loans: $6,250 for Sofie Ann Burke and $6,000 for Benjamin P. Francke.
• Approved seven contracts between Jo Daviess County Transit and various organizations, plus a Radio Etiquette Policy for transit employees.

Liquor Commission

The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission will consider issuing two temporary Class X1 retailer liquor licenses to the Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners' Association for a Poker Run on September 12 and a Fall Craft Fair on September 6, 2026. The meeting also includes approval of the July 14, 2026 minutes and public comment periods.

• Retailer liquor license for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners' Association Poker Run, 14A157 Canyon Club Rd., Apple River, IL, event Sept 12, 2026
• Retailer liquor license for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners' Association Fall Craft Fair, 14A159 Canyon Club Rd., Apple River, IL, event Sept 6, 2026
• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2026 Liquor Commission meeting

The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission approved two retailer liquor licenses for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners' Association events: a Poker Run on September 12 and a Fall Craft Fair on September 6, both at 14A157/14A159 Canyon Club Rd., Apple River, IL. The commission also approved the minutes from the July 14, 2026 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved retailer liquor license for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners' Association Poker Run, Class X1, event date September 12, 2026 (voice vote)
• Approved retailer liquor license for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners' Association Fall Craft Fair, Class X1, event date September 6, 2026 (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of July 14, 2026 Liquor Commission meeting (voice vote)

Emergency Telephone System Board

Board of Health Finance Committee

The Jo Daviess County Board of Health Finance Committee will consider and possibly approve the FY27 budgets for six funds: Public Health, Emergency Preparedness, Catastrophic, Capital Investment, Animal Control, and Pet Population. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment periods.

• Discussion and possible action to accept FY27 Public Health Fund (003) budget
• Discussion and possible action to accept FY27 PH Emergency Preparedness Fund (005) budget
• Discussion and possible action to accept FY27 PH Catastrophic Fund (046) budget
• Discussion and possible action to accept FY27 PH Capital Investment Fund (055) budget
• Discussion and possible action to accept FY27 Animal Control Fund (020) budget

Board of Health

The Jo Daviess County Board of Health will consider approving multiple FY27 budgets (Public Health Fund 003, Emergency Preparedness Fund 005, Catastrophic Fund 046, Capital Investment Fund 055, Animal Control Fund 020, and Pet Population Fund 080) to forward to the Joint Committee Budget Meeting. The board will also discuss the DACRA system for Animal Control and take possible action on a capital improvement plan and the 2025-2030 IPLAN. The meeting includes review of financial reports for the Public Health and Animal Control funds.

• Discussion and possible action on the 2025-2030 IPLAN
• Discussion and possible action on a capital improvement plan
• Review of 003 Public Health Fund and 020 Animal Control Fund reports
• Discussion regarding DACRA system for Animal Control program
• Approval of minutes from the March 4, 2026 meeting

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will discuss recommending the transfer of Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing programs and assets from the Jo Daviess County Housing Authority to the Winnebago County Housing Authority. The proposal includes a requirement for one Jo Daviess County resident to be appointed to the Winnebago County Housing Authority Board, pending HUD approval.

• Proposed transfer of Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing programs to Winnebago County Housing Authority
• Proposed Intergovernmental Agreement between Winnebago County and Jo Daviess County
• Possible recommendation for an Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances regarding Committee rules of order and procedure
• Review of FY2025/FY2027 Strategic Goals
• Update on Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests

The Executive Committee recommended an intergovernmental agreement to transfer the Jo Daviess County Housing Authority's programs and assets to the Winnebago County Housing Authority. This action follows a HUD mandate for the consolidation of small housing authorities. The committee also recommended a technical correction to the Code of Ordinances regarding committee chair titles.

• Approved July 6, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote, 1 abstention)
• Recommended Ordinance to change 'Committee Vice Chairs' to 'Committee Co-Chairs' in the Code of Ordinances (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution to support Intergovernmental Agreement transferring Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing programs/assets to Winnebago County Housing Authority (voice vote)
• Recommended Intergovernmental Agreement transferring 104 public housing units and associated assets to Winnebago County Housing Authority, including one Jo Daviess resident board seat subject to HUD approval (voice vote)

Finance, Tax, & Budgets Committee

The Jo Daviess County Finance, Tax, & Budgets Committee will discuss unfinished FY2025/FY2027 strategic goals and the Capital Improvement Plan. New business includes possible amendments to grant oversight and fixed asset policies, a resolution to dissolve the Grant Administration Oversight Committee, and a proposal to purchase a replacement sheriff’s squad vehicle.

• Review and possible action on the Jo Daviess County Capital Improvement Plan
• Amend P2021-9 Grants Administrative Oversight Policy
• Resolution to dissolve the Grant Administration Oversight Committee
• Amend P2026-9 Fixed Asset Management Policy
• Purchase replacement sheriff’s squad vehicle from Contingency Fund (016) to be reimbursed in FY2027 from Sheriff Vehicle Fund (038)

The committee recommended the dissolution of the Grant Administration Oversight Committee and approved updates to grant and asset management policies. It also recommended the purchase of a replacement sheriff's squad vehicle using the Contingency Fund. Members discussed delays in the first tax distribution from the Treasurer's office.

• Recommended amending P2021-9 Grants Administrative Oversight Policy (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution to Dissolve the Grant Administration Oversight Committee (voice vote)
• Recommended amending P2026-9 Fixed Asset Management Policy (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution to purchase replacement Sheriff's squad vehicle from Contingency Fund (016) to be reimbursed in FY2027 from Sheriff Vehicle Fund (038) (voice vote)
• Marked funding for Blackjack to Hwy 20 road project as 'Closed' in Strategic Goals
• Approved June 25, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Information & Communications Technology Committee

The Jo Daviess County Information & Communications Technology Committee will review and possibly recommend a new Public Communications & Social Media Guidance Policy. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and discussion of strategic goals for FY2025/FY2027.

• Review and approval of June 24, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on Public Communications & Social Media Guidance Policy

The committee voted to recommend a Public Communications & Social Media Guidance Policy to manage public access to information and address FOIA and records-retention risks. Members discussed using a single county Facebook page and CivicPlus automation for resident updates. The June 24, 2026, meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved June 24, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Recommended Public Communications & Social Media Guidance Policy (voice vote)

Development & Planning Committee

The Development & Planning Committee will discuss and possibly recommend two first-time homebuyer loans. The body will also review FY2027 economic development programs and strategic goals. Monthly reports from building, zoning, and redevelopment authorities are scheduled for review.

• First Time Homebuyer's Loan for Sofie Ann Burke in the amount of $6,250
• First Time Homebuyer's Loan for Benjamin P. Francke in the amount of $6,000
• FY2027 Economic Development Programs
• FY2025/FY2027 Strategic Goals
• Economic Development Fund (018) Financial Reports

The committee approved two first-time homebuyer loans and set a total spending limit for FY27 economic development programs. Members discussed potential uses for funds, including child care and small business grants, though specific program allocations were not finalized.

• Approved $6,250 First Time Homebuyer's Loan for Sofie Ann Burke (voice vote)
• Approved $6,000 First Time Homebuyer's Loan for Benjamin P. Francke (voice vote)
• Allocated $400,000 for FY27 economic development expenses
• Approved June 23, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals

General

The Jo Daviess County Board of Review will approve the minutes from the 2025 session and provide time for public comment. The main agenda item is a discussion of the Illinois Department of Revenue’s proposed 2027 state certification and PI values for farmland and how the board will implement the proposed procedures. No specific decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes of the 2025 session
• Public comment on agenda items
• Discussion of the 2027 Illinois certification and PI values of farmland proposed by the Illinois Department of Revenue
• Public comment on non‑agenda items
• Committee concerns

Social & Environmental Committee

The Social & Environmental Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval for seven contracts involving Jo Daviess County Transit. The body will also consider a resident survey and three community forums regarding senior services.

• Contracts between Jo Daviess County Transit and Fields of Sinsinawa, St. Dominic Villa, Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation, East Galena Township, The Galena Rotary Club, The Mop Shop, and St. Vincent de Paul
• Proposed resident survey regarding Senior Services in Jo Daviess County
• Proposed community forums in Stockton, Galena, and East Dubuque regarding Senior Services
• Proposed Radio Etiquette Policy for Jo Daviess County Transit Employees
• FY2025/FY2027 Strategic Goals

The Social & Environmental Committee recommended and approved contracts with Fields of Sinsinawa, St. Dominic Villa, Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation, East Galena Township, The Galena Rotary Club, The Mop Shop, and St. Vincent de Paul for Jo Daviess County Transit. A survey to gather resident input on senior services was also approved. All motions carried by voice vote.

• Approved contract with Fields of Sinsinawa (voice vote)
• Approved contract with St. Dominic Villa (voice vote)
• Approved contract with Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation (voice vote)
• Approved contract with East Galena Township (voice vote)
• Approved contract with The Galena Rotary Club (voice vote)
• Approved contract with The Mop Shop (voice vote)
• Approved contract with St. Vincent de Paul (voice vote)
• Approved survey on senior services for county residents (voice vote)

County Board

The Jo Daviess County Board will consider a slate of zoning ordinance amendments, including allowing accessory dwelling units, expanding home occupations, and revising sign regulations. The board also will vote on contracts for server purchases, road projects, and equipment, as well as approve over $1.19 million in claims. Key finance items include eliminating the Executive Secretary position and adopting a revised compensation policy for non-represented employees.

• Claims approval totaling $1,191,292.24, including payments to ambulance services
• Purchase of three replacement production host servers from Storage IT Solutions for $55,764.96
• Discussion and possible vote on zoning amendments: allow ADUs, expand home occupations, revise sign rules
• Helm Group bid for Guilford Township Hot Mix Asphalt Surfacing Project at $58,061.70
• Eliminate Executive Secretary position, create Executive Specialist with Grade 9 pay

The board denied a proposal to cut the agricultural zone minimum lot size from 40 acres to 2 acres (13‑3 vote). It approved several IT purchases, including three production servers for $55,764.96 and three disaster‑recovery servers for $37,500.00, both by voice vote. The County Engineer’s salary resolution of $125,000 plus benefits and an $800,000 MFT maintenance budget were each approved unanimously (16‑0). The board also approved the consent agenda and a $1,255,522.14 claims package.

• Approved Consent Agenda (16‑0 roll call)
• Approved claims totaling $1,255,522.14 (part of consent agenda)
• Approved purchase of three production host servers for $55,764.96 (voice vote)
• Approved purchase of three disaster‑recovery host servers for $37,500.00 (voice vote)
• Approved County Engineer salary resolution $125,000 plus benefits (16‑0 roll call)
• Approved County 2026 MFT Maintenance funding $800,000 (16‑0 roll call)
• Denied amendment to reduce agricultural minimum lot area from 40 acres to 2 acres (13‑3 roll call)
• Referred the same amendment back to Planning Commission with direction for a 10‑acre option (13‑3 roll call)

Public Works Committee

The Jo Daviess County Public Works Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approving bids for an asphalt surfacing project ($58,061.70) and a boom mower ($37,950), as well as resolutions for the county engineer's salary ($125,000 plus benefits) and $800,000 in MFT maintenance. The committee will also review strategic goals and receive a report from the county engineer.

• Bid for Guilford Township Hot Mix Asphalt Surfacing Project ($58,061.70)
• Bid for 17-foot Boom Mower from Kunau Implement ($37,950)
• Resolution for 2026 County Engineer Salary ($125,000 plus $32,433 in benefits)
• Resolution for 2026 MFT Maintenance ($800,000 from line item 006-43142-601)
• Review of FY2025/FY2027 Strategic Goals

The Executive Committee removed a proposed Blackjack Road project from strategic goals following a traffic study. The committee also recommended an intergovernmental agreement for a Galena parking ramp and an ordinance regarding animal waste on county property.

• Approved June 1, 2026 minutes (voice vote)
• Removed Blackjack Road construction from FY2025/FY2027 Strategic Goals (voice vote)
• Recommended Intergovernmental Agreement for Galena parking ramp at 311 North Bench Street (voice vote)
• Recommended ordinance amending Title 5, Chapter 12 to regulate animal waste on county property (voice vote)
• Approved opening specific historical closed session minutes (voice vote)
• Approved keeping specific historical closed session minutes closed (voice vote)

Liquor Commission

The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission will meet to review and potentially issue five retailer liquor licenses for specific events in Galena, Elizabeth, Apple River, and Warren.

• License for Galena Art & Recreation Center (Galena ARC Brewfest) on August 1, 2026
• License for Dittmar Farms & Orchard on a six-month period in 2026
• License for Apple Canyon Lake Sizzling Concert on July 25, 2026
• License for Safe Haven Humane Society Paws at the Pavilion on September 19, 2026
• License for Jo Daviess County Fair on July 30 to August 2, 2026

The Executive Committee removed a proposed Blackjack Road project from strategic goals following a traffic study. The committee also recommended an agreement for a parking ramp at 311 North Bench Street and an ordinance regarding animal waste on county property.

• Removed Blackjack Road construction from FY2025/FY2027 Strategic Goals (voice vote)
• Recommended Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Galena for parking ramp at 311 North Bench Street (voice vote)
• Recommended ordinance amending Title 5, Chapter 12 to regulate animal waste on county property (voice vote)
• Opened specific historical Executive Committee and County Board closed session minutes (voice vote)

Legislative Committee

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

The Jo Daviess County Law Enforcement & Courts Committee will approve minutes from the June 11 meeting and discuss FY2025/FY2027 strategic goals, updates on the MDFPD communication tower and hazardous materials mutual aid. New business includes reviewing a quote for TheSheriffApp.com mobile application, limited to $15,717, and recommending approval of an Illinois Emergency Management Mutual Aid System agreement and related resolution. The committee will also consider relocating the Law Library within the courthouse.

• Approve quote for TheSheriffApp.com mobile app, cost not to exceed $15,717
• Recommend approval of Illinois Emergency Management Mutual Aid System (IEMMAS) Intergovernmental Agreement
• Recommend approval of Resolution authorizing participation in IEMMAS
• Update on MDFPD Communication Tower located on Route 5, East Dubuque
• Discussion to relocate the Law Library within the Courthouse

The committee approved the purchase of TheSheriffApp.com mobile application for up to $15,717.00. Members also recommended relocating the Law Library to the first floor and repurposing its current space for court staff. Additionally, the committee recommended approval of the Illinois Emergency Management Mutual Aid System (IEMMAS) agreement and resolution.

• Approved June 11, 2026 minutes by voice vote
• Recommended relocation of Law Library to first floor and repurposing current space (voice vote)
• Approved purchase of TheSheriffApp.com mobile application for up to $15,717.00 (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of IEMMAS Intergovernmental Agreement (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of IEMMAS participation resolution (voice vote)

708 Mental Health Board

The board will discuss and possibly adopt the FY2027 Mental Health Fund (014) Budget and approve funding requests from seven service providers. They will also consider reimbursement requests for Q2 FY2026 from providers totaling $106,095.97. Additionally, the board will review the Service Provider annual funding application and quarterly reporting process.

• Discussion and possible action on FY2027 Mental Health Fund (014) Budget
• FY2027 Service Provider Funding Requests from 7 providers: Midwest Medical Center, Riverview Center, The Workshop, Tyler's Justice Center for Children, Kreider Services, Sinnissippi Centers, Rosecrance
• Service Provider Reimbursement Requests for Q2 FY2026: Midwest Medical Center $38,750.00, Riverview Center $15,500.00, The Workshop $16,250.00, Tyler's Justice Center $4,000.00, Kreider Services $20,000.00, Sinnissippi Centers $360.00, Rosecrance $11,235.97
• Discussion and possible action to adopt Service Provider annual funding application and quarterly reporting criteria
• Approval of minutes from June 10, 2026 meeting

The 708 Mental Health Board approved the FY2027 Mental Health Fund (014) budget. It postponed adoption of the Service Provider annual funding application and delayed final action on FY2027 Service Provider Funding Requests until the September 9 meeting. The board also approved several Q2 FY2026 reimbursement requests for service providers. The meeting adjourned at 6:12 PM.

• Approved FY2027 Mental Health Fund (014) Budget (voice vote)
• Postponed adoption of Service Provider annual funding application (voice vote)
• Postponed final action on FY2027 Service Provider Funding Requests until Sept 9 (voice vote)
• Approved Q2 FY2026 reimbursement to Midwest Medical Center $38,750.00 (voice vote)
• Approved Q2 FY2026 reimbursement to Riverview Center $15,500.00 (voice vote)
• Approved Q2 FY2026 reimbursement to The Workshop $16,250.00 (voice vote)
• Approved Q2 FY2026 reimbursement to Tyler's Justice Center for Children $4,000.00 (voice vote)
• Approved Q2 FY2026 reimbursement to Kreider Services, Inc. $20,000.00 (voice vote)

Executive Committee

The Jo Daviess County Executive Committee will discuss and possibly recommend an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Galena to build a parking ramp at 311 North Bench Street. They will also consider an ordinance to prohibit dogs on county property and regulate animal waste. Other items include a traffic analysis for Blackjack Road and a presentation from the Illinois Separation Foundation.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Galena for parking ramp at 311 North Bench Street
• Ordinance Amendment to Title 5, Chapter 12: prohibit dogs on county property, regulate animal waste
• Blackjack Road Connector Traffic Analysis presentation
• Update on Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Requests
• Review of closed session minutes under Section 2(c)21

The committee removed a proposed Blackjack Road project from strategic goals following a traffic study. Members also recommended an agreement for a Galena parking ramp and an ordinance regarding animal waste on county property.

• Approved June 1, 2026 minutes (voice vote)
• Removed Blackjack Road construction from FY2025/FY2027 Strategic Goals (voice vote)
• Recommended Intergovernmental Agreement for a parking ramp at 311 North Bench Street (voice vote)
• Recommended ordinance to regulate animal waste on county property (voice vote)
• Opened specific historical Executive Committee and County Board closed session minutes (voice vote)