Jo Daviess County public meetings in 2023

Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee

The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will discuss and possibly act on several items, including amending the FY2024 meeting start time, setting the 2024 standard mileage rate, conveying county interest in two Galena Township parcels to Michael Kevorkian, reestablishing the Claims Committee, and amending the Fixed Asset Management Policy. The committee will also review minutes from multiple joint budget review meetings and hear staff reports.

• Resolution to convey county interest in parcels 22-100-214-00 and 207-00 in Galena Township to Michael Kevorkian
• Discussion and possible action on 2024 Jo Daviess County standard mileage rate
• Resolution to reestablish the Jo Daviess County Claims Committee
• Amendment to P2017-1 Fixed Asset Management Policy
• Amendment to FY2024 Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee meeting start time

Ad-Hoc Courthouse

The committee will discuss the current status of the Courthouse Renovation Project and the process for relocating County offices. Members may also decide on meeting dates and start times for the FY2024 committee schedule.

• Update on Courthouse Renovation Project status
• Update on relocation process for County offices
• Establishment of FY2024 meeting dates and start times

Social & Environmental Committee

The committee will review strategic goals and plans for FY2023/FY2024. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Health Department Kitchen Inspection fees.

• Discussion on Health Department Kitchen Inspection fees
• Review of FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans

Liquor Commission

The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission will consider renewing 2024 retail liquor licenses for 24 businesses, including wineries, resorts, golf courses, and event venues. They will also discuss amending the June 2024 meeting date. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Renewal for Hawk Valley Retreat and Cottages (Class F)
• Renewal for Eagle Ridge Hospitality, LLC for multiple venues (Resort & Spa, golf courses, spa, etc.)
• Renewal for Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery (Class A)
• Renewal for Massbach Ridge Winery (Class E)
• Discussion and possible action to amend FY2024 June Liquor Commission meeting date

708 Mental Health Board

The Jo Daviess County 708 Mental Health Board will discuss and potentially approve FY2024 contracts with six service providers, including Midwest Medical Center and Sinnissippi Centers. The board will also review reimbursement requests for the third and fourth quarters of FY2023. No specific dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on FY2024 contracts with Midwest Medical Center, Riverview Center, Inc., Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc., Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, Kreider Servicers, and Sinnissippi Centers
• Discussion and possible action on changing the FY2024 contract for the Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department to Sinnissippi Centers
• Review of Service Provider Reimbursement Requests for 3rd Quarter FY2023
• Review of Service Provider Reimbursement Requests for 4th Quarter FY2023
• Approval of the 708 Mental Health Board Meeting Schedule for 2024

708 Mental Health Board

The Jo Daviess County 708 Mental Health Board will discuss and potentially approve FY2024 contracts with six service providers, including Midwest Medical Center and Sinnissippi Centers. The board will also review reimbursement requests for the third and fourth quarters of FY2023. No specific dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of the 708 Mental Health Board Meeting Schedule for 2024
• FY2024 contract changes for Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department to Sinnissippi Centers
• FY2024 contracts with Midwest Medical Center, Riverview Center, Inc., Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc., Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, and Kreider Servicers
• Service Provider Reimbursement Requests for 3rd Quarter FY2023
• Service Provider Reimbursement Requests for 4th Quarter FY2023

County Board

The Jo Daviess County Board will meet to vote on a special use permit for a community solar facility, approve over $652,000 in claims, and consider numerous property conveyances and contracts. The agenda includes several resolutions for deeds of conveyance of county-owned parcels to individuals, a bid for courthouse move services, and a resolution to assess outdoor shed structures. The board will also enter closed session for personnel, collective bargaining, property, and litigation matters.

• Special Use Permit for SV CSG Wards Grove Solar, LLC community solar facility on US Route 20 East, Lena
• Claims approval totaling $652,025.29, including $169,892.69 bond payment and $15,173 emergency EMA vehicle purchase
• Resolution to assess outdoor shed type structures
• Deeds of conveyance for 11 county parcels in various townships
• Purchase of 2017 Chevrolet 2500 HD from Runde Chevrolet for $36,940

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will discuss and potentially recommend updates to employee classification, compensation, and performance management policies. The body will also review the Courthouse Project and various county administrative policies.

• Non-Represented Employee Classification/Compensation Plan and Performance Management/Evaluation/Merit Pay Policy
• Abolishment of P2019-2 Performance Management and P2019-3 New Position Classification policies
• Amendment to P2023-5 Retiree Health Insurance Assistance Policy
• Courthouse Project update and possible action
• Proposed combination and membership reduction of the Personnel Review and Ad-Hoc Health Insurance Committees

Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee

The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will discuss and possibly act on resolutions to convey the county's interest in 11 parcels across several townships to private individuals and entities, approve an audit engagement letter with Wipfli, LLP for the Circuit Clerk audit at a cost not to exceed $5,400, and amend Policy 2021-10 on expense reduction. The committee will also set meeting dates for FY2024 and review strategic goals.

• Deed conveyances for parcels in Dunleith, Guilford, Nora, Thompson, West Galena, and Warren townships
• Audit engagement with Wipfli, LLP for Circuit Clerk audit, cost not to exceed $5,400
• Amendment to Policy 2021-10 Prioritized Options to Reduce Expenses
• Discussion on FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans
• Setting FY2024 committee meeting dates and start time

Development & Planning Committee

The Jo Daviess County Development & Planning Committee will meet to discuss and potentially act on several items, including setting FY2024 meeting dates, reviewing special use permit requirements, zoning for single-family detached residences, commercial solar energy facilities, and receiving updates on the housing task force, CEDS projects, enterprise zones, and tourism. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and reports, but also substantive discussions on land use and development policies.

• Discussion and possible action on establishing FY2024 meeting dates and start time
• Review of Ordinance Requirements and Process for Special Use Permits
• Review of Jo Daviess County Zoning Ordinance – Single Family Detached Residence
• Review and discussion regarding Commercial Solar Energy facilities
• Housing Task Force Update

Ethics Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The commission will review minutes from the May 9, 2023 meeting and provide time for citizen comments.

• Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes

County Board

The County Board will present and potentially adopt the FY2024 Annual Budget and Appropriations Ordinance. The board will also discuss and potentially adopt the FY2024 Annual Tax Levy Ordinance.

• FY2024 Annual Budget and Appropriations Ordinance
• FY2024 Annual Tax Levy Ordinance (2023 Levy/Payable 2024)
• Resolution to Assess Outdoor Shed Type Structures

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee will discuss leasing equipment from RGB Spectrum to upgrade the Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP). The body will also review the Courthouse Renovation Project status and set the FY2024 meeting schedule.

• Possible action on leasing equipment for RGB Spectrum to upgrade the PSAP
• Update on Courthouse Renovation Project status
• Establishing meeting dates and start times for FY2024
• Review of FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans

Personnel Review Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend updates to employee classification, compensation, and performance management policies. The session includes proposals to abolish specific older policies and amend the employee handbook.

• Recommendation on Non-Represented Employee Classification/Compensation Plan and Performance Management/Evaluation/Merit Pay Policy
• Proposed abolition of P2019-2 Performance Management, Performance Evaluation, & Employee Merit Pay Policy
• Proposed abolition of P2019-3 New Position Classification & Reclassification Review Policy
• Proposed amendment to P2023-5 Retiree Health Insurance Assistance Policy
• Proposed amendments to the Employee Handbook

Social & Environmental Committee

The Social & Environmental Committee will discuss and potentially act on three transit contracts and an ordinance regarding animal control fines. The body will also review strategic goals and establish the FY2024 meeting schedule.

• Contract with Jo Daviess County Transit and The Elizabeth Food Basket
• Contract with Jo Daviess County Transit and AHVA Living of East Dubuque
• Contract with Jo Daviess County Transit and Medical Transportation Management Inc (MTM)
• Ordinance amending Title 5, Chapter 5 Animal Control regarding fines/fees collected and deposits in the Animal Control Fund
• FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans

Liquor Commission

The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission will discuss the renewal of two Class A retailer liquor licenses. The body will also consider establishing meeting dates and start times for FY2024.

• Liquor license renewal for FLBG, LLC dba Frentress Lake Bar & Grill, Class A
• Liquor license renewal for Chestnut Mountain Ski Resort, LLC, Class A
• Establishment of FY2024 meeting dates and start times

County Board

The County Board will consider approving $1,324,396.93 in claims and various professional service agreements. The meeting includes discussions on electrical and natural gas aggregation, courthouse parking policy, and several transit-related contracts.

• Claims approval in the amount of $1,324,396.93
• Public Defender agreements with Thomas J. Nack ($74,466.54) and Ronald J. Leinen ($49,049.52)
• Engineering agreements with Willett, Hofmann & Associates (up to $149,854.00) and WHKS Engineers (up to $5,200.00)
• Commercial Lease Agreement for 9816 U.S. Highway 20 W., Galena, IL at $5,000.00 per month
• Proposed policy to assess any property 240 square feet or larger regardless of foundation

Legislative Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on several legislative items, including a moratorium on nuclear plants and firearm access for those under protection orders. The body is also considering the FY2024 Executive Committee meeting schedule.

• Possible action on lifting moratorium on nuclear plants
• Possible action on legislation regarding firearm access for people subject to orders of protection
• Discussion on 'Invest in Kids' income tax breaks for scholar-granting organizations
• Discussion on a veto of legislation regarding downstate utilities' right to build transmission lines
• Discussion on establishing FY2024 Executive Committee meeting dates and start times

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will discuss selecting a supplier for the county's electrical aggregation program. The body is also considering several service contracts, vehicle purchases, and personnel descriptions.

• Review of electrical aggregation bids for program beginning May 2024
• Resolution to participate in the Office of the State’s Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor program for $8,000.00
• Purchase of a 2019 Buick Envision for the Emergency Management Director not to exceed $15,173.00
• Audit Engagement Letter with Wipfli, LLP for the Circuit Clerk audit not to exceed $5,400
• Public Defender agreements with Thomas J. Nack and Ronald J. Leinen

Personnel Review Committee

The Personnel Review Committee will discuss and potentially take action on the position description and grading for a Transit Training Manager. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from June 2, 2023.

• Discussion and possible action on Transit Training Manager position description
• Discussion and possible action on grading of Transit Training Manager position

Emergency Telephone System Board

The Jo Daviess County Emergency Telephone System Board will review financial reports and hear updates from the Sheriff and coordinators. The board may take action to approve the FY/2024 meeting schedule.

• October 2023 accounts payable claims of $2,171.75
• Approval of FY/2024 ETSB meeting schedule
• Review of September 30, 2023 balance sheet and revenue/expenditures

Emergency Telephone System Board

The Emergency Telephone System Board will review financial reports and departmental updates. The board is scheduled to discuss and potentially take action on the FY 2024 meeting schedule.

• October 2023 accounts payable claims totaling $2,171.75
• Approval of FY 2024 ETSB meeting schedule

Board of Health

The Jo Daviess County Board of Health will review financial reports for the Public Health and Animal Control funds. The board may take action on a space allocation agreement and an ordinance regarding animal control fines and fees.

• Space allocation agreement with Rosecrance
• Ordinance amending Title 5, Chapter 5 Animal Control, Section 7 regarding Fines/Fees Collected
• Financial reports for Public Health Fund 003 and Animal Control Fund 020
• 2024 Board of Health and Finance committee meeting schedules

Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee

The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will discuss the FY2024 budget update and potential revisions to financial policies. The body is also considering several audit engagement letters and a natural gas purchase agreement for county facilities.

• Audit engagement with Wipfli, LLP for Jo Daviess County audit: $43,000 plus $4,750 for single audit and $4,750 per additional major program
• Audit engagement with Wipfli, LLP for Circuit Clerk audit: cost not to exceed $5,400
• Audit engagement with Wipfli, LLP for Transit Section 5311 report: $1,750
• Proposed policy to assess property 160 square feet or larger
• Natural gas purchase agreement for Courthouse, Public Safety Building, Health Department, and Highway Facilities

Development & Planning Committee

The Development & Planning Committee will review a Comprehensive Plan update and discuss childcare needs with the Birth to Five Regional Council. The body may take action on a request regarding the Blackjack Watershed Project in collaboration with the USDA and Illinois NRCS.

• Possible action on Blackjack Watershed Project request with USDA and Illinois NRCS
• Discussion on childcare in Jo Daviess County with Lou Ann Hayes
• Comprehensive Plan update and public meeting results
• Review of goal setting strategies from the July 6, 2023 Board Retreat
• Building & Zoning monthly report on permits and text amendments

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss highway department projects and potential actions on county-owned cemeteries and UTV usage on public roads. The body will also consider engineering agreements for bridge and culvert projects in Dunleith and Scales Mound Townships.

• Engineering agreement for a bridge in Dunleith Township on Route 5
• Engineering agreement for bathymetry surveys for a bridge on Massbach Road and a culvert on Holland Road in Scales Mound Township
• Possible action on UTV usage on public roads
• Possible action on county owned cemeteries
• Discussion on solar electricity generation at the Highway Department Facility

Ad-Hoc Courthouse

The Ad-Hoc Courthouse Committee is meeting to review the status of the courthouse renovation and the relocation of county offices. The committee will also consider possible action on a design amendment for furniture, furnishings, and equipment.

• Discussion and possible action on Shive-Hattery Amendment No. 5: Furniture, Furnishings and Equipment Design
• Update on Courthouse Renovation Project Status
• Update on relocation process for County offices

Social & Environmental Committee

The Social & Environmental Committee will discuss the position description and grading for a Transit Training Manager. The body is also considering multiple contracts between Jo Daviess County Transit and various local organizations and municipalities.

• Discussion and possible action on Transit Training Manager position description and grading
• Proposed contracts between Jo Daviess County Transit and entities including City of Galena, East Galena Township, and West Galena Township
• Proposed contracts between Jo Daviess County Transit and organizations including Riverview Center, Galena Public Library District, and The Elizabeth Food Basket
• Resolution to establish a Technical Advisory Committee for a Federal Section 5305 (e) Grant project
• Review of FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans

County Board

The County Board is conducting a workshop to review the FY2024 budget process and determine funding for unfunded requests. The body will consider adjustments to General and Special Fund budgets and the interfund transfer policy.

• Renewal of FY2024 Property & Casualty and Workers Compensation Insurance with ICRMT for $451,501.00
• Resolution to create the Illinois Supreme Court Public Defender’s Fund
• Review of Special Fund budgets including the Courthouse Renovation and Capital Equipment Replacement funds
• Discussion on FY2024 General Fund target amounts for the County Treasurer and County Clerk & Recorder
• Closed session regarding the lease of property in Galena, Illinois

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on service bids for the 2024 fiscal year. The body will also review a UPS preventative maintenance report and the county's FCC license.

• FY2024 squad maintenance bid
• FY2024 inmate food service bid
• UPS Preventative Maintenance Report
• Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license for Jo Daviess County
• Courthouse Renovation Project status update

County Board

The County Board is reviewing and potentially approving expense budgets for the General Fund and various Special Funds for fiscal year 2024. The body is also discussing the allocation of sales tax revenue and minimum fund balance policies.

• Proposed division of FY2024 County (1%) sales tax: 75% to General Fund and 25% to County Highway Fund
• Review of General Fund budgets including Sheriff, Coroner, and Courts
• Review of Special Fund budgets including Public Health (minimum balance $393,163.00) and Tourism Promotion (minimum balance $442,000.00)
• Confirmation of General Fund minimum fiscal year end fund balance of $2,640,024.00
• Discussion of FY2024 Interfund Transfer Schedule and policy

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee will discuss and potentially approve two single sole source procurement contracts. These items involve Exela Technologies and OCV, LLC (The GovApp).

• Proposed sole source procurement and contract for Exela Technologies
• Proposed sole source procurement and contract for OCV, LLC (The GovApp)

County Board

The County Board will review a consent agenda including over $1.19 million in claims and several line item transfers. The board is also considering a special use permit for government services in Vinegar Hill Township and updates to the courthouse renovation budget.

• Claims approval in the amount of $1,190,549.46
• Special Use Permit for Vinegar Hill township office and storage at IL Route 84 North and West State Line Road
• Revised schematic design budget for the Ad-Hoc Courthouse Committee, including removal of a $110,000 Sheriff’s Fascia and Soffit item
• Sole source procurement contracts for Exela Technologies and OCV, LLC (The GovApp)
• Blackjack Watershed Project request for collaboration with USDA and Illinois NRCS

County Board

The County Board is meeting to review and approve the FY2024 budget process, including revenue estimates and fund allocations. The board will discuss salary adjustments for various county departments and evaluate special fund budgets.

• Review and possible approval of Option 3 of the 2023 Property Tax Levy extension and distribution
• Review and approval of Round 2 General Fund Revenue Estimates
• Possible action on salary adjustments for departments including Courthouse, Treasurer, and State’s Attorney
• Review and possible adjustment of special fund budgets for Highway, Mental Health, and Transit
• Review of new Unfunded Requests and Unfunded Activities Requests

Emergency Telephone System Board

The Emergency Telephone System Board will review several equipment and training expenditures. The body is also considering an amendment to increase the Chairperson's purchasing power and the renewal of a $400,000 CD.

• Payment of $47,123 to Genesis Power for a replacement generator at the County Bldg
• Renewal of a $400,000.00 +interest CD with First Community Bank of Galena
• Proposed by-law amendment to increase Chairperson purchasing authority from $1,000 to $3,000
• Payment of $1,875.00 to Solacom for digibox port reconfiguration for Rapid SOS premium
• Payment of $877.39 to Motorola Solutions for CAD/Power Phone interface maintenance

Executive Committee

The Jo Daviess County Executive Committee will discuss insurance renewals and employee transportation. The body will also review the Courthouse Project and consider the purchase of property in Galena during a closed session.

• Renewal of FY2024 Property & Casualty and Workers Compensation Insurance with ICRMT for $451,501.00
• Discussion and possible action on transportation of employees to Hanover facility
• Courthouse Project update and possible action
• Closed session regarding the purchase of property in Galena, Illinois
• Review of FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans

Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee

The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will review the FY2024 budget update and revenue estimates. Members will discuss the allocation of the 2023 property tax levy and potential expense changes for the General Fund Budget.

• Allocation of 2023 property tax levy (payable 2024)
• Renewal of FY2024 Property & Casualty and Workers Compensation Insurance with ICRMT
• FY2024 Round 2 Revenue Estimates review
• FY2024 Cost Fee Study
• FY2024 unfunded requests review

Information & Communications Technology Committee

The Information and Communication Technology Committee will meet to receive updates on GIS, the county website, and information technology. The body will also hold a discussion regarding broadband redundancy and SD-WAN.

• Broadband Redundancy and SD-WAN discussion
• GIS update
• Website update
• Information Technology update

Development & Planning Committee

The Development & Planning Committee will discuss a potential collaboration with the USDA and Illinois NRCS regarding the Blackjack Watershed Project. The body will also receive an educational presentation on childcare and review a Comprehensive Plan update.

• Blackjack Watershed Project request for collaboration/sponsorship with USDA and Illinois NRCS
• Childcare education presentation by Lou Ann Hayes of Birth to Five Regional Council
• Comprehensive Plan update and public meeting results
• Discussion of goal setting from the July 6, 2023 biennial Board Retreat

Ad-Hoc Courthouse

The Ad-Hoc Courthouse Committee is meeting to review the status of the Courthouse Renovation Project. Members will discuss a revised schematic design budget, a reduced schedule, and a planned unit development submittal to the Galena Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Revised schematic design budget and reduced schedule
• Planned unit development submittal to Galena Zoning Board of Appeals
• Update on the relocation process for County offices
• Courthouse Renovation Project status update

Legislative Committee

The committee will discuss various state-level issues, including political contributions, union influence, and Chicago policy results. The meeting also includes a review of FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans.

• FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans
• Discussion on Governor Pritzker’s $1 million political contribution to State Supreme Court Justices
• Review of $5.2 billion in state unemployment agency overpayments
• Discussion of $1 billion cost for non-citizen health care
• Review of state pension systems funding shortfall of $14 billion

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board is meeting to review quarterly reports from various service providers. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from two previous budget workshop meetings.

• Review of 3rd Quarter FY2023 reports from Midwest Medical Center, Riverview Center, Inc., and Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc.
• Review of 3rd Quarter FY2023 reports from Contact of Northern Illinois, Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, Kreider Services, and Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department
• Approval of July 12, 2023 Budget Workshop minutes
• Approval of September 6, 2023 Special Budget Workshop minutes

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to review service provider reports for the third quarter of fiscal year 2023. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from two previous budget workshop meetings.

• Review of 3rd Quarter FY2023 reports from Midwest Medical Center, Riverview Center, Inc., and Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc.
• Review of 3rd Quarter FY2023 reports from Contact of Northern Illinois, Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, and Kreider Services
• Review of 3rd Quarter FY2023 report from Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department
• Approval of July 12, 2023 and September 6, 2023 Budget Workshop minutes

Social & Environmental Committee

The Social & Environmental Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on hiring a consultant. The consultant would conduct a comprehensive analysis of ridership for Jo Daviess County Transit.

• Discussion and possible action to hire a consultant for Jo Daviess County Transit ridership analysis

County Board

The County Board will consider approving over $1.1 million in claims and several 2024 employee benefit renewals, including health and dental insurance. The board is also reviewing special use permits for residential and government services and a bridge engineering agreement.

• Approval of claims totaling $1,133,444.22
• Engineering agreement for a bridge on Willow Road with Willett, Hofmann & Associates not to exceed $139,728.00
• Special Use Permit for a non-agricultural residence on East Parker Rd, Stockton
• Special Use Permit for government services at 7753 Badger Rd, East Dubuque
• Renewal of MAHP health insurance plans and United Healthcare Group Dental Insurance for FY2024

The Board approved several health insurance renewals, a new pay schedule, and a retiree health insurance policy. It also authorized a bridge engineering agreement for Willow Road and a ridership analysis for county transit. Two special use permits for residential and government services were approved.

• Approved bridge engineering agreement for Willow Road with Willett, Hofmann & Associates (max $139,728.00)
• Approved hiring RLS Services for Jo Daviess County Transit ridership analysis ($79,198.32)
• Approved Special Use Permit for non-agricultural residence at TBD East Parker Rd (16-1)
• Approved Special Use Permit for government services at 7753 Badger Rd (17-0)
• Approved Non-represented/Non-elected Pay Schedule effective Dec 1, 2023 (17-0)
• Approved Retiree Health Insurance Assistance Policy effective Dec 1, 2023 (17-0)
• Approved deed of conveyance for parcel 21-001-493-00 to Terry Mutert (17-0)
• Approved deed of conveyance for parcel 22-10-944-00 to City of Galena (17-0)

708 Mental Health Board

The board will discuss and potentially take action on the FY2024 Mental Health Fund budget and service provider funding requests. The meeting also includes review of reimbursement requests for the second quarter of FY2023.

• FY2024 Mental Health Fund (014) Budget
• FY2024 funding requests for Midwest Medical Center, Riverview Center, Jo Daviess Workshop, Contact of Northern Illinois, Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, Kreider Services, and Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department
• Reimbursement request for Midwest Medical Center: $32,294.25
• Reimbursement request for Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc.: $21,250.00
• Reimbursement request for Riverview Center, Inc.: $9,148.75

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on the FY2024 Mental Health Fund budget. The board will also review funding requests for service providers for FY2024 and reimbursement requests for the second quarter of FY2023.

• FY2024 Mental Health Fund (014) Budget
• FY2024 Service Provider Funding Requests for seven organizations including Midwest Medical Center and Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department
• Reimbursement request for Midwest Medical Center: $32,294.25
• Reimbursement request for Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc.: $21,250.00
• Reimbursement request for Riverview Center, Inc.: $9,148.75

The Board approved total expenditures of $416,250.00 for FY2025. Members approved several 2nd Quarter FY2023 reimbursement requests and set funding allocations for six service providers for FY2024.

• Approved FY2025 total expenditures of $416,250.00
• Approved FY2023 2nd Quarter reimbursements for Midwest Medical Center ($32,294.25), Riverview Center, Inc. ($9,148.75), Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc. ($21,250.00), Tyler’s Justice Center for Children ($3,000.00), and Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department ($690.00)
• Approved returning remaining 2023 funding from Contact of Northern Illinois to the budget
• Approved FY2024 funding for Midwest Medical Center ($156,387.50)
• Approved FY2024 funding for Riverview Center, Inc. ($81,562.50)
• Approved FY2024 funding for Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc. ($106,562.50)
• Approved FY2024 funding for Tyler’s Justice Center for Children ($16,000.00)
• Approved FY2024 funding for Kreider Services, Inc. ($31,562.50) and Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department ($10,000.00)

Executive Committee

The Jo Daviess County Executive Committee will discuss and potentially act on several health insurance plan renewals for FY2024. The committee will also review the 2024 holiday schedule and updates on the Courthouse Project and employee compensation plan.

• FY2024 Health Insurance Renewal with Medical Associates Group Health Insurance Plan featuring an 18.4% rate increase
• MA HP Qualified High Deductible Plan ($3,000/$6,000 Embedded) at $783.17/month single and $1,917.21/month family
• MAHP Qualified High Deductible Plan ($2,000 Non-Embedded) single contract at $848.07/month
• MAHP Traditional Group Health Insurance Plan at $1,185.74/month single and $2,905.13/month family
• Closed session discussion regarding the purchase of property in Galena, Illinois

The committee approved the 2024 holiday schedule and several health insurance plan renewals. Following a closed session, a new employee pay schedule and retiree health insurance assistance benefit were approved. The committee also discussed courthouse project updates and strategic goals for economic development.

• Approved 2024 Jo Daviess County Holiday Schedule (6-1)
• Approved MAHP Qualified High Deductible Health Insurance Plan $3,000/$6,000 Embedded Plan (All Ayes)
• Approved MAHP Qualified High Deductible Health Insurance Plan $2000 Non-Embedded Plan SINGLE ONLY (All Ayes)
• Approved MAHP Traditional Group Health Insurance Plan (All Ayes)
• Approved Voluntary Supplemental Insurance United Healthcare Group Dental Insurance for FY2024 (All Ayes)
• Approved Aflac Group Advantage Plus and Critical Illness Advantage Insurance for FY2024 (All Ayes)
• Approved new pay schedule with retiree health insurance assistance benefit (All Ayes)
• Approved minutes of the August 1, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee

The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will review the FY2024 county budget update and strategic goals. The body will consider actions on health insurance premium allocations, an insurance assistance program, and a voluntary employee furlough program.

• FY2024 Jo Daviess County Budget Update
• FY2024 Health Insurance Premium Allocation Policy
• FY2024 Alternative Insurance Assistance Program
• FY2024 Voluntary Employee Furlough Program
• Deed of conveyance for parcel 21-001-493-00 in Warren Township and parcel 22-10-944-00 in West Galena Township

The committee approved several FY2024 personnel policies and authorized the conveyance of two county land parcels. It also voted to transfer a small fund balance from the JDC Civic Center line item to miscellaneous cash accounts.

• Approved FY2024 Health Insurance Premium Allocation Policy (all ayes)
• Approved FY2024 Alternative Insurance Assistance Program to be paid bi-annually (all ayes)
• Approved FY2024 Voluntary Employee Furlough Program (all ayes)
• Approved deed of conveyance for parcel 21-001-493-00 in Warren Township to Terry Mutert (all ayes)
• Approved deed of conveyance for parcel 22-100-944-00 in West Galena Township to City of Galena (all ayes)
• Approved transfer of $209.92 from general fund Line Item 001-10116 JDC Civic Center to 001-10112 Miscellaneous Cash Accounts (all ayes)

Public Works Committee

The Jo Daviess County Public Works Committee will meet to discuss several highway department matters. The body will consider possible actions regarding county-owned cemeteries, UTV usage on public roads, and noxious weed concerns.

• Engineering agreement for a bridge on Willow Road
• Solar electricity generation at the Highway Department Facility
• UTV usage on public roads
• County owned cemeteries
• Noxious weed concerns

The committee approved an engineering agreement for bridge repair or replacement on Willow Road using local funding. Additionally, the committee voted to add Poison Hemlock to the list of Noxious Weeds. Other items, including UTV usage and cemetery signage, remain under discussion.

• Approved engineering agreement with Willett, Hofmann & Associates for Willow Road bridge at a NTE cost of $139,728.00
• Approved adding Poison Hemlock to the list of Noxious Weeds
• Approved minutes from April 10, 2023 meeting
• Approved minutes from June 13, 2023 meeting
• Approved minutes from July 24, 2023 meeting

Liquor Commission

The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially issue two retailer liquor licenses. Both requests are for the Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association at 14A200 E. Apple Canyon Rd.

• Retailer liquor license (Class X2) for Fall Craft Fair on September 3, 2023
• Retailer liquor license (Class X2) for Farm to Table on September 23, 2023

The Liquor Commission approved two Class X2 retailer liquor licenses for the Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association. Both licenses are for specific dates in September 2023. The commission also approved the minutes from the July 19, 2023 meeting.

• Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Class X2 retailer liquor license for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association dba Fall Craft Fair for September 3, 2023 (all ayes)
• Approved Class X2 retailer liquor license for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association dba Farm to Table for September 23, 2023 (all ayes)

County Board

The County Board is reviewing claims totaling $2,495,582.05 and discussing the purchase of property at 6 Commercial Drive in Hanover. The board will also consider several zoning requests and the creation of new courthouse renovation and bond funds.

• Approval of claims totaling $2,495,582.05
• Proposed purchase of property at 6 Commercial Drive, Hanover, IL
• Zoning requests for Brogley Estates (9197 IL Route 84 North), Galena Cider Company (6629 West Beaty Hollow Road), and Saunders Propane Company (East Canyon Road)
• Proposed $15,000 cost share project on Krise Road for Berreman Township
• Creation of a Courthouse Renovation Fund and a Courthouse Bond Fund

The Board approved the purchase of property at 6 Commercial Drive in Hanover and created new funds for courthouse renovation and bonds. Several zoning requests and a PACE area ordinance were also approved. Additionally, the Board reappointed the Chief County Assessment Officer.

• Reappointed Laura Edmonds as Chief County Assessment Officer (voice vote)
• Approved Brogley Estates subdivision and Special Use Permit (17-0)
• Approved Special Use for Rural Business for Galena Cider Company (17-0)
• Approved Map Amendment to Industrial District for Saunders Propane Company, Inc. (16-0)
• Approved moving Wards Grove precinct poll location to Calvary Church (17-0)
• Approved contract and resolution to purchase property at 6 Commercial Drive, Hanover (17-0)
• Approved $7,375.69 transfer from General Fund to Sheriff’s Forfeiture Fund (17-0)
• Created Courthouse Renovation and Courthouse Bond special funds (17-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review financial reports for the Public Health and Animal Control funds. The board is scheduled to discuss and potentially approve six different FY24 budgets to move them forward to the Joint Committee Budget Meeting.

• FY24 Public Health Fund (003) budget
• FY24 PH Emergency Preparedness Fund (005) budget
• FY24 PH Catastrophic Fund (046) budget
• FY24 PH Capital Investment Fund (055) budget
• FY24 Animal Control Fund (020) and Pet Population Fund (080) budgets

The Board of Health approved the proposed FY24 budgets for the Public Health, Emergency Preparedness, Catastrophic, Capital Investment, Animal Control, and Pet Population funds. These budgets will now move forward to the Social and Environmental Health committee. The board also approved the meeting minutes from May 10, 2023.

• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (All in favor)
• Approved FY24 Public Health Fund (003) budget (All in favor)
• Approved FY24 PH Emergency Preparedness Fund (005) budget (All in favor)
• Approved FY24 PH Catastrophic Fund (046) budget (All in favor)
• Approved FY24 PH Capital Investment Fund (055) budget (All in favor)
• Approved FY24 Animal Control Fund (020) budget (All in favor)
• Approved FY24 Pet Population Fund (080) budget (All in favor)

Emergency Telephone System Board

The Board will review financial reports and consider funding for staff training and equipment. Members will also discuss and possibly act on the 2024 Budget Expense Estimates.

• 2024 Budget Expense Estimates
• $2,411.50 for ETSB Coordinator and two T/Cs to attend IPSTA Conference
• $1,018.60 for two T/Cs to attend MABAS In-Service Training
• $409.97 for a replacement printer and toner
• $39.34 to Solacom for support of four ETSB telephones

The Board approved expenditure budgets for FY2024 and authorized several payments for staff training, equipment, and services. Accounts payable claims for June and July 2023 were also approved.

• Approved FY2024 ETSB Expenditures budget of $510,069.00 (all ayes)
• Approved FY2024 ETSB Capital Equipment Expenditures budget of $50,000.00 (all ayes)
• Approved June 2023 accounts payable claims of $93,271.85 (carried)
• Approved July 2023 accounts payable claims of $9,299.10 (carried)
• Approved $1,018.60 for two T/Cs to attend MABAS training in Champaign (all ayes)
• Approved $2,411.50 for Coordinator and two T/Cs to attend IPSTA Conference (all ayes)
• Approved $39.34 payment to Solacom for telephone support (all ayes)
• Approved $409.97 for a replacement printer and toner (all ayes)

Emergency Telephone System Board

The Emergency Telephone System Board will review financial reports and the 2024 Budget Expense Estimates. The board is also considering several funding requests for staff training and equipment maintenance.

• Approval of 2024 Budget Expense Estimates
• Proposed $1,018.60 for two T/Cs to attend MABAS training in Champaign, IL
• Proposed $2,411.50 for Coordinator and two T/Cs to attend IPSTA Conference in Springfield, IL
• Proposed $409.97 for a replacement printer and toner
• Proposed $39.34 payment to Solacom for telephone support

The Board approved the FY2024 budget for expenditures and capital equipment. It also authorized payments for accounts payable, staff training, and equipment maintenance.

• Approved FY2024 Budget 007 ETSB Expenditures of $510,069.00 (all ayes)
• Approved FY2024 Budget 075 ETSB Capital Equipment Expenditures of $50,000.00 (all ayes)
• Approved June 2023 accounts payable claims of $93,271.85 (roll call vote)
• Approved July 2023 accounts payable claims of $9,299.10 (roll call vote)
• Approved $1,018.60 for two T/Cs to attend MABAS training in Champaign (all ayes)
• Approved $2,411.50 for Coordinator and two T/Cs to attend IPSTA Conference (all ayes)
• Approved $39.34 to Solacom for support of four ETSB telephones (all ayes)
• Approved $409.97 for a replacement printer and toner (all ayes)

Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee

The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will discuss the initial FY2024 General Fund target budget amounts. The body will also consider creating special funds for courthouse renovations and bonds.

• Ordinance to create a Pace Area and establish the Illinois Finance Authority Property Assessed Clean Energy Program
• Resolution to create a Courthouse Renovation Fund
• Resolution to create a Courthouse Bond Fund
• Initial FY2024 General Fund target budget amounts
• FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans

The committee approved the initial FY2024 General Fund target budget and established two new special funds for courthouse renovation and bond payments. It also approved an ordinance creating a Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) program to support economic development.

• Approved Ordinance creating a Pace Area and establishing the Illinois Finance Authority Property Assessed Clean Energy Program (All Ayes)
• Approved Resolution to create a Courthouse Renovation Fund as a Special Fund (All Ayes)
• Approved Resolution to create a Courthouse Bond Fund as a Special Fund (All Ayes)
• Approved FY2024 General Fund target budget amounts as presented (All Ayes)
• Approved June 29, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will discuss possible actions regarding the consolidation of election poll locations and the purchase of property at 6 Commercial Drive in Hanover. The body will also review updates on the Courthouse Project and the county compensation plan.

• Resolution to move Wards Grove precinct to Calvary Church at 315 W. Maple Ave, Stockton
• Contract to purchase property at 6 Commercial Drive, Hanover, IL
• Courthouse Project update and possible action
• Compensation Plan update and possible action
• Union Negotiations Local 722 (Closed Session)

The committee approved the purchase of property at 6 Commercial Drive in Hanover for temporary office space and storage. They also approved a resolution to move the Wards Grove election precinct to Calvary Church in Stockton.

• Approved Resolution to Consolidate Election Poll Locations, moving Wards Grove precinct to Calvary Church (All Ayes)
• Approved contract to purchase property at 6 Commercial Drive, Hanover, IL (All Ayes)
• Approved minutes of July 3 and July 18, 2023 meetings with corrections

Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee

The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will review the FY2024 Budget Update and consider approving initial target budget amounts for the General Fund. The body will also discuss possible actions regarding Fund 88 and Fund 89.

• Initial FY2024 General Fund target budget amounts
• Resolution regarding Fund 88
• Resolution regarding Fund 89
• FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans

Information & Communications Technology Committee

The Information and Communication Technology Committee will meet to discuss the renewal of GIS software maintenance and Dell support for Storage Area Network switches. The body will also review budget considerations for GIS and IT for fiscal year 2024.

• Renewal of GIS software annual maintenance
• Extension of Dell support on Storage Area Network (SAN) switches
• FY2024 GIS/IT budget considerations
• GIS, Website, and Information Technology updates

The Information & Communications Technology Committee approved two expenditures for software maintenance and hardware warranties. The committee also reviewed updates for GIS, the website, and IT, and discussed budget considerations for FY2024.

• Approved GIS software annual maintenance for $11,702.64 (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year Dell support/warranty extension for SAN switches for $11,022.56 (unanimous)
• Approved May 31, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Development & Planning Committee

The committee will review the Comprehensive Plan update and discuss potential actions based on goals set during the July 6, 2023, biennial Board Retreat. The meeting also includes monthly reports on building, zoning, and economic development.

• Comprehensive Plan update
• Goal setting results from July 6, 2023 Board Retreat
• Building & Zoning monthly report including permits and text amendments appeals
• NW Illinois Economic Development monthly report
• Blackhawk Hills Regional Council report

The committee approved the minutes from the May 23, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the progress of the Comprehensive Plan update, including the launch of planjodaviess.com and upcoming public events. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Jo Daviess County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss highway department operations and safety analysis. The body will consider actions regarding county-owned cemeteries, UTV usage on public roads, and noxious weeds.

• Possible action on Berreman Township 50/50 Project on Krise Road
• Discussion on solar electricity generation at the Highway Department Facility
• Possible action on UTV usage on public roads
• Possible action on county owned cemeteries
• Discussion on county wide accident map for safety project analysis

The committee approved a cost share project to replace a failing culvert on Krise Road in Berreman Township. Members also discussed a draft ordinance for UTV usage on county highways and reviewed active project maps. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved Berreman Township cost share project for Krise Road culvert at an estimated cost of $15,000

Ad-Hoc Courthouse

The Ad-Hoc Courthouse Committee is meeting to receive an update on the Courthouse Renovation Project. The committee will discuss and potentially take action to approve Schedule Option #3.

• Update on Courthouse Renovation Project status
• Discussion and possible action to approve Schedule Option #3

The Ad-Hoc Jo Daviess County Courthouse Committee approved Schedule Option #3 for the courthouse renovation project. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 15, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Schedule Option #3 (all Ayes)
• Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (all Ayes)

Liquor Commission

The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission will discuss and potentially act on three requests for retailer liquor licenses. These include two temporary event licenses and one Class A license.

• Retailer liquor license for Jo Daviess County Agricultural Society (Jo Daviess County Fair), 101 High St., Warren, IL (Class X1, August 3-7, 2023)
• Retailer liquor license for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners’ Association Poker Run, 14A200 E. Canyon Club Dr., Apple River, IL (Class X2, September 9, 2023)
• Retailer liquor license for Dittmar Farms, LLC (Dittmar Farms & Orchard), 256 S. Grebner Road, Elizabeth, IL (Class A)

The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission approved three applications for retailer liquor licenses. These licenses were granted to the Jo Daviess County Fair, the Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners’ Association Poker Run, and Dittmar Farms & Orchard.

• Approved Class X1 liquor license for Jo Daviess County Agricultural Society dba Jo Daviess County Fair (all ayes)
• Approved Class X2 liquor license for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners’ Association dba Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners’ Association Poker Run (all ayes)
• Approved Class A liquor license for Dittmar Farms, LLC dba Dittmar Farms & Orchard (all ayes)
• Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Executive Committee

The Jo Daviess County Board Executive Committee will meet to discuss the potential purchase or lease of real property. This item is scheduled for a closed session.

• Closed session discussion regarding the purchase of property in Hanover, IL

The committee entered a closed session to discuss the purchase of real property in Hanover, IL. Following the session, the committee voted to authorize the County Board Chairperson and County Administrator to negotiate the purchase.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for real property purchase/lease (all ayes)
• Authorized County Board Chairperson LaDon Trost and County Administrator Scott Toot to negotiate the purchase of property in Hanover (voice vote carried)

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee will review the 2021 strategic goals and consider action on the 2023 goals. The body will also discuss a Memorandum of Understanding regarding the Jo Daviess County Sheriff Towing List Application.

• Discussion and possible action on 2023 County Board Strategic Goals
• Discussion and possible action on the Jo Daviess County Sheriff Towing List Application Memorandum of Understanding
• Update on Courthouse Renovation Project Status
• Review of 2021 County Board Strategic Goals

The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee approved a memorandum of understanding for the Sheriff's towing list to clarify that tow agencies cannot charge the county for vehicle storage. The committee also discussed strategic goals regarding facility security and EMS volunteer shortages.

• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved Jo Daviess County Sheriff Towing List Application Memorandum of Understanding (all ayes)

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board is meeting for a budget workshop. The board will discuss and potentially take action on the FY2024 Mental Health Fund (014) budget and funding requests for several service providers.

• FY2024 Mental Health Fund (014) Budget
• Funding request: Midwest Medical Center
• Funding request: Riverview Center, Inc.
• Funding request: Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc.
• Funding request: Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department

The Board approved the FY2024 Mental Health Fund budget, including the use of up to $50,000 from the fund balance. The Board also approved specific funding amounts for seven service providers.

• Approved use of up to $50,000 from Fund Balance (AIF)
• Approved $14,175 in total expenses for FY2024 (AIF)
• Approved $149,825.00 for Midwest Medical Center (AIF)
• Approved $75,000.00 for Riverview Center, Inc. (AIF)
• Approved $100,000.00 for Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc. (AIF)
• Approved $17,000.00 for Contact of Northern Illinois (AIF)
• Approved $14,000.00 for Tyler’s Justice Center for Children (AIF)
• Approved $25,000.00 for Kreider Services, Inc. (AIF)

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on the FY2024 Mental Health Fund (014) budget. The board will also review funding requests from several service providers for the 2024 fiscal year.

• FY2024 Mental Health Fund (014) Budget
• Funding request: Midwest Medical Center
• Funding request: Riverview Center, Inc.
• Funding request: Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc.
• Funding request: Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department

County Board

The Jo Daviess County Board will vote on several special use requests for residential and cannabis facilities. The board is also reviewing over $1.1 million in claims and various committee appointments.

• Approval of claims totaling $1,100,229.88
• Special use request for Botanicannabis, LLC for an Adult Use Cannabis Grow Facility on West Buckhill Road
• Special use request for a residence on a lot less than 40 acres at 9031 West Buckhill Road
• Special use request for Middendorf’s 3rd Addition to Menominee Township on North High Ridge Road
• Recommendation to approve the Financial Administrative Manager position at Pay Grade 7, Step 3

The County Board approved a special use request for an adult use cannabis grow facility and several residential zoning requests. The board also re-established the Ad-Hoc Comprehensive Plan Committee and approved over $1.1 million in claims.

• Approved special use for Botanicannabis, LLC Adult Use Cannabis Grow Facility (11-4)
• Approved Middendorf’s 3rd Addition to Menominee Township one-lot subdivision (15-0)
• Approved special use for existing residence at 9031 West Buckhill Road (15-0)
• Approved final Jo Daviess County Position Descriptions (15-0)
• Approved Financial Administrative Manager position at Pay Grade 7, Step 3 (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution to Re-establish the Jo Daviess County Ad-Hoc Comprehensive Plan Committee (15-0)
• Appointed 12 members to the Ad-Hoc Comprehensive Planning Committee (voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,100,229.88 in claims (15-0)

County Board

The Board approved hiring appraiser James K. Tellatin for a PTAB case at a cost not to exceed $5,900. Members also developed and prioritized a list of county goals and projects to be assigned to various committees.

• Approved hiring appraiser James K. Tellatin for Prairie Ridge of Galena PTAB case (cost not to exceed $5,900) (Voice vote)

Executive Committee

The committee approved final position descriptions for multiple county departments and the State's Attorney Office Manager. Members also approved a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a compensation market analysis and a resolution to reestablish the Ad-Hoc Comprehensive Plan Committee.

• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved final States Attorney Office Manager Position Description
• Approved final position descriptions for 13 county departments
• Approved Financial Administrative Manager position at Pay Grade 7, Step 3
• Approved Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Compensation Market Analysis
• Approved resolution to reestablish the Jo Daviess County Ad-Hoc Comprehensive Plan Committee

Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee

The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will review revenue estimates and establish initial allocations for the 2023 property tax levy and FY2024 sales tax. The body will also discuss expense budget guidelines for FY2024.

• Review of FY2024 Round 1 revenue estimates
• Initial allocation of 2023 property tax levy (payable 2024)
• Initial allocation of FY2024 County (1%) sales tax
• Establishment of FY2024 Expense Budget Guidelines
• Proposed transfer of $7,375.69 in Cannabis Use Tax Funds from General Fund 001-34613 to Sheriff’s Forfeiture Fund 009-34613

The committee approved the initial distribution of the 2023 property tax levy and set FY2024 expense budget guidelines. It also established the allocation for the FY2024 County sales tax and approved a fund transfer for cannabis use taxes.

• Approved Option #1 for initial distribution of 2023 property tax levy (all ayes)
• Allocated FY2024 County (1%) sales tax at 75% General Fund and 25% County Highway Fund (5-2)
• Approved FY2024 expense budget guidelines for General, County Highway, and County Special funds (all ayes)
• Approved transfer of $7,375.69 in Cannabis Use Tax Funds from General Fund to Sheriff’s Forfeiture Fund (all ayes)
• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (all ayes)

Liquor Commission

The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission approved a temporary retail liquor license for The Galena Trading Corporation. The license is for use at the Shenandoah Riding Center for two specific dates in 2023.

• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Class X2 retail liquor license for The Galena Trading Corporation (dba Shenandoah Riding Center) at 200 N. Brodrecht Road, Galena, IL for June 30-July 1, 2023 (all ayes)

Ad-Hoc Courthouse

The committee approved the placement of the courthouse addition secured entrance in the center of the addition. Members discussed zoning issues with the City of Galena that will delay the renovation project by a couple of months. A bond sale for the project resulted in $50,000 more than planned with a lower interest rate.

• Approved placement of Courthouse Addition Secured Entrance in the center of the addition (9-0)
• Approved minutes of June 1, 2023 meeting as corrected (9-0)

708 Mental Health Board

The Board approved several reimbursement requests for service providers for the first quarter of FY2023. The Board also approved revised and regular minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved $32,294.25 reimbursement for Midwest Medical Center
• Approved $14,724.69 reimbursement for Riverview Center, Inc
• Approved $21,250.00 reimbursement for Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc
• Approved $3,000.00 reimbursement for Tyler’s Justice Center for Children
• Approved $1,080.00 reimbursement for Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department
• Approved $3,750.00 reimbursement for Contact of Northern Illinois
• Approved revised minutes for December 14, 2022 and February 15, 2023
• Approved minutes for April 12, 2023

County Board

The Board approved several road and bridge repair bids, funding for Sheriff's Office cameras, and amendments to zoning and food establishment ordinances. It also authorized a tax refund of $19,011.24 for erroneous assessments.

• Approved $37,191.70 bid for bridge cap repair on Buckhill Road
• Approved $67,000.00 bid for Menominee Township culvert lining on Station Road
• Approved $31,707.20 bid for Hanover Township culvert replacement on Whitton Road
• Approved $47,052.00 from Contingency Fund for Sheriff's Office body and squad car cameras (15-0-2)
• Approved $19,011.24 refund for erroneous tax assessments (15-0-2)
• Approved amendments to Zoning Ordinance regarding Intensity of Use and Accessory Uses (15-0-2)
• Approved amendment to ETSB By-Laws allowing Chairperson expenditures up to $3,000 (15-0-2)
• Approved Ordinance amending Code of Ordinances regarding Food and Food Establishments

Public Works Committee

The Jo Daviess County Public Works Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on bids for two highway projects. The meeting includes time for citizens' comments and board member concerns.

• Bids for a Menominee Township Culvert Lining Project
• Bids for a Hanover Township Culvert Replacement Project

The committee approved two construction bids for culvert work. One project involves a liner on Station Road and the other a replacement on Whitton Road.

• Approved $67,000 bid from Hoerr Construction for Menominee Township culvert liner project on Station Road
• Approved $31,707.20 bid from Martin and Company for Hanover Township culvert replacement project on Whitton Road

Legislative Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the May 11, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed the Illinois FY2024 budget summary and the status of several state bills. A board member reported the successful sale of bonds totaling $8.766 million.

• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Emergency Telephone System Board

The Board approved May accounts payable claims and funding for staff to attend a national conference. Additionally, a service agreement for phone interpretation services was approved.

• Approved May 2023 accounts payable claims of $4,762.69 (6-0)
• Approved $5,150 for Sgt. Gonzalez and one T/C to attend National APCO Conference (6-0)
• Approved service agreement with Voiance for Phone Interpretation Services (6-0)

Emergency Telephone System Board

The Board approved funding for two staff members to attend a national conference and authorized a service agreement for phone interpretation services. May accounts payable claims were also approved.

• Approved $4,762.69 in accounts payable claims for May (6-0)
• Approved $5,150 for Sgt. Gonzalez and one T/C to attend National APCO Conference (6-0)
• Approved service agreement with Voiance for phone interpretation services (6-0)

Executive Committee

The committee approved a new personnel grading scale and authorized the use of the Contingency Fund for Sheriff's Office body and squad cameras. They also forwarded a resolution to refund erroneous tax assessments for a specific parcel to the County Board.

• Approved personnel grading scale (All Ayes)
• Approved using Contingency Fund (016) for Sheriff's squad and body cameras (All Ayes)
• Forwarded resolution to refund erroneous assessments for Parcel 20-000-035-00 to County Board (All Ayes)
• Set 2023 County Board retreat for July 6, 2023, at Elizabeth Community Building (All Ayes)
• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Opened several closed session minutes from 2017, 2018, and 2021 (Carried)
• Voted to keep County Board Closed Session minutes from April 12, 2021, closed (Carried)

Personnel Review Committee

The committee approved position descriptions for Office Managers in Administration, Highway, Planning & Development, Probation, and the Sheriff's office. A recommended grading scale for the compensation plan was sent to the Executive Committee. The State’s Attorney Office Manager description was postponed for template updates.

• Approved Probation Office Manager position description (all ayes)
• Approved Administration Office Manager position description (all ayes)
• Approved Highway Department Office Manager position description (all ayes)
• Approved Planning & Development Office Manager position description (all ayes)
• Approved Sheriff Office Manager position description with corrections (all ayes)
• Postponed State’s Attorney Office Manager position description for template updates (all ayes)
• Recommended grading scale to Executive Committee with changes to Transit Director/PCOM and removal of Grant Administrator/PCOM (10-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (10-0, 1 abstention)

Ad-Hoc Courthouse

The committee approved the FY2023 meeting schedule and corrected the minutes from the April 25, 2023 meeting. Members discussed courthouse renovation designs, including entrance locations and the potential for a basement. The group also explored temporary office locations to minimize disruption during construction.

• Approved FY2023 Ad-Hoc Courthouse Meeting Schedule (8-0)
• Approved corrected April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

Information & Communications Technology Committee

The committee approved the March 29, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed using $3,200 in budgeted funds for a new county logo but took no formal action, opting instead to explore a scholarship contest for local high school students.

• Approved March 29, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Took no action on logo development; deferred to explore high school student contest

Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee

The committee selected a paying agent for the 2023 bonds to manage fees for courthouse renovations. They also discussed the FY2024 budget preparation and review schedules without taking formal action on them.

• Approved Amalgamated Bank of Chicago as Paying Agent with $300 acceptance fee and $300 annual administration fee (All Ayes)
• Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Development & Planning Committee

The committee approved the April 25, 2023, meeting minutes and voted to cancel the meeting scheduled for June 27, 2023. Members discussed goals for the Board Retreat and received reports on building permits and economic development.

• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)
• Cancelled June 27, 2023 committee meeting (All Ayes)

Public Works Committee

The committee approved a contract for bridge cap repairs on Buckhill Road. Members also discussed a draft ordinance for UTV usage on county highways and the management of Poison Hemlock.

• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved $37,191.70 bid from Martin and Company Excavators for East Galena/Rawlins Township Bridge Repair Project

Liquor Commission

The Liquor Commission approved a retail liquor license for the Galena Art & Recreation Center (dba Brew Fest) for an event at Chestnut Mountain Resort. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 19, 2023 meeting.

• Approved retail liquor license for Galena Art & Recreation Center (dba Brew Fest) at 8700 W. Chestnut Mountain Rd., Galena, IL, Class X1, July 21-23, 2023 (all ayes)
• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee will consider increasing the ETSB Chairperson's spending authority and address repairs for a damaged retaining wall and guardrail. The body will also review FY2022 strategic goals and receive staff reports.

• Proposed amendment to increase ETSB Chairperson purchasing power from $1,000.00 to $3,000.00
• Discussion and possible action on repairs for a retaining wall and guardrail damaged February 26, 2023
• Review of FY2022 Strategic Goals and Plans

The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee approved a $12,205.00 bid for retaining wall and guardrail repairs. The committee also approved an amendment to the ETSB By-Laws to increase the Chairperson's spending authority.

• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved $12,205.00 bid from Chris Jackson Landscaping, Inc. for retaining wall and guardrail repairs (all ayes)
• Approved amendment to ETSB By-Laws increasing Chairperson expenditure authority from $1,000.00 to $3,000.00 (all ayes)

Legislative Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the April 12, 2023 meeting. Members discussed various state bills and the potential impact of SB1830 regarding drug possession and record expungement. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved a change to the seasonal food establishment license category. The maximum duration for these establishments to operate in a license year was increased from 90 to 180 consecutive days.

• Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes with amendment (All in favor)
• Changed seasonal food establishment license limit to no more than 180 consecutive days (All in favor)

Ethics Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the December meeting. No new business or substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Approved December minutes

County Board

The Jo Daviess County Board will discuss funding and contracts for courthouse improvements and renovations. The body is also reviewing special use applications for solar and agricultural businesses in Stockton.

• Proposed ordinance for General Obligation Bonds not to exceed $15,000,000 for courthouse renovations
• Proposed $1,192,125 agreement with Shive-Hattery and $56,000 agreement with Conlon Construction for courthouse project
• Special Use application for a Community Solar Garden along South Curtiss Road, Stockton
• Special Use application for an Agricultural Equipment Repair Business along U.S. Route 20 and South Golf Road, Stockton
• Approval of claims totaling $793,607.57

The County Board approved a bond issue and professional service agreements for the Jo Daviess County Courthouse renovation. The board also approved several special use permits for solar and business operations in Stockton and amended zoning ordinances for wind and solar facilities.

• Approved ordinance for General Obligation Bonds up to $15,000,000 for courthouse renovation (14-3)
• Approved $1,192,125.00 Professional Services Agreement with Shive-Hattery for courthouse renovation (14-3)
• Approved $56,000.00 Professional Service Agreement with Conlon Construction for courthouse preconstruction (14-3)
• Approved special use for USS Curtiss Solar LLC community solar garden in Stockton (17-0)
• Approved special use for Brad Marcure agricultural equipment repair business in Stockton (17-0)
• Approved amendments to Zoning Ordinance regarding Wind and Solar Facilities (17-0)
• Approved up to $10,000.00 from Contingency Fund for shelving and material transportation (16-1)
• Approved retiree health insurance for Chief Deputy Sheriff and Lieutenant positions (16-0)

Emergency Telephone System Board

The Emergency Telephone System Board voted to recommend Helen Kilgore's reappointment to a three-year term as a public representative, effective June 1, 2023. They also approved an amendment raising the chairperson's purchasing authority from $1,000 to $3,000, and elected Jeff Wood as Vice-Chairperson and Helen Kilgore as Secretary. The board approved $21,882.14 in accounts payable claims and noted progress on Next Generation 911 system cutover and Starcom equipment acquisition.

• Recommended reappointment of Helen Kilgore to 3-year ETSB term (4-0)
• Approved amendment raising chairperson purchasing authority to $3,000 (4-0)
• Elected Jeff Wood as Vice-Chairperson by acclamation (4-0)
• Elected Helen Kilgore as Secretary by acclamation (4-0)
• Approved $21,882.14 in accounts payable claims (4-0)
• Filed April 2023 meeting minutes for audit
• Filed March financial reports for audit

County Board

The board met in closed session to discuss the reclassification of the Legal Services Manager, EMA Coordinator, and CVB Marketing Manager positions. The record does not state whether these reclassifications were voted on or approved.

• Discussed reclassifying Legal Services Manager from grade 7, step 6 ($19.70/hr) to grade 8, step 4 ($19.08/hr)
• Discussed reclassifying EMA Coordinator from grade 9, step 4 ($20.40/hr) to grade 12, step 1 ($22.42/hr)
• Discussed reclassifying CVB Marketing Manager from grade 6, step 3 ($15.49/hr) to grade 8, step 1 ($17.57/hr)

Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee

The committee accepted the FY2022 financial audit, which returned a clean unmodified opinion. Members also approved funding for moving courthouse materials to the Highway Department and discussed the C-PACE program.

• Approved March 30, 2023 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Accepted FY2022 Jo Daviess County Audit as presented (all ayes)
• Approved up to $10,000 from Contingency Fund (016) for shelving and transportation of materials from Courthouse 3rd floor to Highway Department (6-1)

Development & Planning Committee

The Development & Planning Committee approved a resolution supporting Illinois and Jo Daviess County agriculture. The committee also reviewed the schedule for a Comprehensive Plan update and discussed local workforce and childcare challenges.

• Approved minutes for February 28, 2023 meeting (All Ayes)
• Approved forwarding Resolution of Support for Illinois and Jo Daviess County agriculture to the County Board (All Ayes)

Ad-Hoc Courthouse

The Ad-Hoc Courthouse Committee recommended a professional services agreement with Shive-Hattery to the County Board. The committee also requested that the County Board extend the committee's authority to make recommendations through project completion. Discussions were held regarding bonding costs and a preliminary official statement, but no action was taken on the latter.

• Recommended approval of Professional Services Agreement with Shive-Hattery to County Board (9-0)
• Requested County Board amend Resolution 2023-2 to allow committee to continue meeting through project completion (9-0)
• Approved March 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0-1)

Personnel Review Committee

The committee approved updated position descriptions for 13 departments and adopted a standardized template for Office Manager roles. Members also established a subcommittee to develop a grading process for positions.

• Approved minutes of March 15, 2023 meeting (11-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minimum qualifications for certain roles to include a Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree in a related field, or three years of experience (unanimous)
• Approved revised position descriptions for Administration, Assessor, Circuit Clerk, County Clerk and Recorder, Emergency Management, GIS/IT, Highway, Planning & Development, Probation, Sheriff, States Attorney, Transit and Treasurer (unanimous)
• Denied motion for County Board to create a grading matrix or procedure (3-9)
• Formed a five-member subcommittee (Brandel, Phillips, Toot, Keeffer, Kaiser) to develop a sample grouping for position grading
• Approved Office Manager Position Description template (unanimous)

Social & Environmental Committee

The Social and Environmental Committee approved a resolution to apply for a Federal Sec 5305(e) Transit Statewide/Non-Metropolitan Transportation Planning grant. The committee deferred the review of FY22 strategic goals and plans until May.

• Approved resolution to apply for Federal Sec 5305(e) Transit Federal Technical Studies Grant (4-0)
• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (all ayes)

Liquor Commission

The Liquor Commission approved three retail liquor license applications for 2023. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 15, 2023 meeting.

• Approved 2023 Class A retail liquor license for Eagle Ridge Hospitality, LLC (dba Stonedrift Spa) (All ayes)
• Approved 2023 Class A retail liquor license for The Galena Trading Corporation (dba The Shenandoah Riding Center) (All ayes)
• Approved Class X1 retail liquor license for Scales Mound Fire Protection District at 2085 S. Apple Canyon Rd., Apple River, IL, effective July 1, 2023 (All ayes)
• Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes (Voice vote)

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee approved a request from the Emergency Telephone System Board to purchase Flex Server Migration and GIS Server Migration software from Motorola. The software is intended to maintain the operational security of Spillman programs. The expense was not in the 2023 budget, but the ETSB has sufficient funds.

• Approved purchase of Motorola Flex Server and GIS Server Migration software for $14,826.90 (All Ayes)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to discuss new business and review reports from several service providers for the first quarter of FY2023. The board will also review the treasurer's and president's reports.

• Service provider reports for Midwest Medical Center
• Service provider reports for Riverview Center, Inc.
• Service provider reports for Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc.
• Service provider reports for Contact of Northern Illinois
• Service provider reports for Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, Kreider Services, and Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department

The board received quarterly updates from local mental health and social service providers. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made during the meeting. The motion to approve previous meeting minutes was pulled for further review.

• Pulled approval of December 14, 2022 and February 15, 2023 minutes for further review

Legislative Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the March 9, 2023 meeting. Members discussed the status of several state bills, including HB1465, HB3053, SB1514, HB1076, SB325, and HB1286, and reviewed FY2021/FY2022 Strategic Goals and Plans.

• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

County Board

The County Board approved a $48,150 agreement for a Comprehensive Plan update and several equipment purchases from Whiteside County. The board also approved a residential subdivision plat and a special use permit for a non-agricultural residence. A motion to deny a community solar garden application failed.

• Approved $48,150 professional service agreement with MSA Professional Services, Inc. for Comprehensive Plan update
• Approved $70,000 purchase of chip spreader and two rubber-tired rollers from Whiteside County
• Approved $25,000 purchase of 1999 Etnyre/Freightliner distributor truck from Whiteside County
• Approved Galena Golf View Estates Phase II Subdivision plat
• Approved Special Use Permit for non-agricultural residence at TBD W Schapville Road
• Denied motion to deny community solar garden at TBD S Curtiss Road (1-14)
• Extended COVID-19 Emergency Disaster Declaration to May 9, 2023 (12-2)
• Approved $510,851.33 in claims via consent agenda (15-0)

County Board

The County Board conducted a public hearing regarding the intent to issue not to exceed $15,000,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds for courthouse renovations and additions. Board members and a resident discussed funding scenarios, interest rates, and alternative building options. No formal vote was taken on the bond issuance during this meeting.

• Held public hearing on intent to issue up to $15,000,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds for courthouse improvements

Public Works Committee

The committee reviewed and approved the annual MFT Maintenance Material bids for both the townships and the county. These bids determine the vendors for road maintenance materials purchased with MFT and local funds.

• Approved Township MFT Maintenance bids
• Approved County MFT Maintenance bids

Emergency Telephone System Board

The Board approved March accounts payable and funding for three training events. They recommended the reappointment of three board members and requested County Board approval for Motorola server migration software.

• Approved March 2023 accounts payable claims of $17,053.20 (6-0)
• Recommended reappointment of William Kimball as Public Representative and Chairperson (6-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Jeff Wood as Public Representative (6-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Lucas Bourquin as Public Safety Agency Representative (6-0)
• Approved $366.74 for two T/Cs to attend Critical Incident Training in Peoria (6-0)
• Approved $526.44 for two T/Cs to attend Critical Incident Training in Peru (6-0)
• Approved $4,800.00 for Sgt. Gonzalez and T/C Knautz to attend NENA conference (6-0)
• Recommended County Board approve $14,826.90 for Motorola server migration software (6-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health approved the purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. A special meeting was scheduled for May 10, 2023, to discuss licensing options for farmers' market vendors.

• Approved purchase of 2023 Chevrolet Colorado WT for $34,440.00 with a $5,000 trade-in (All in favor)
• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (All in favor)
• Scheduled special meeting for May 10, 2023, to discuss retail food establishment license options

Executive Committee

The committee approved an ordinance to increase fees charged by the County Clerk/Recorder due to rising state costs. Members also received updates on the courthouse project, county transit staffing, and the compensation plan.

• Approved Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances regarding County Clerk/Recorder fees (All Ayes)
• Set minimum fee for recording standard documents at $81.00 (All Ayes)
• Set minimum fee for recording non-standard documents at $102.00 (All Ayes)
• Approved minutes of the March 6, 2023 meeting (Voice vote)

County Board

The board held a special meeting focused on a presentation regarding parliamentary procedures and boardsmanship. No substantive legislative decisions were made.

Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee

The committee approved a resolution to transfer the County's interest in a specific parcel of land in Thompson Township. Members also discussed the C-PACE program and received financial updates regarding general fund revenues and cannabis tax growth.

• Approved Resolution to execute deed of conveyance for parcel 18-006-101-00 in Thompson Township to Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association (All Ayes)
• Approved January 26, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes)

Information & Communications Technology Committee

The Information & Communications Technology Committee unanimously recommended three policy updates for County Board approval. These include revisions to the GIS Cost Recovery and IT Acceptable Use policies, as well as the establishment of a new Guest WiFi Network Policy.

• Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended County Board approval of updated GIS Cost Recovery Policy (unanimous)
• Recommended County Board approval of updated IT Acceptable Use Policy (unanimous)
• Recommended County Board approval of new County Guest WiFi Network Policy (unanimous)

Development & Planning Committee

The Development & Planning Committee approved a contract with MSA Professional Services to update the county's Comprehensive Plan. The committee also discussed renewable energy regulations and the Jo Daviess County Housing Study, though no formal actions were taken on those items.

• Approved contract with MSA Professional Services for Comprehensive Plan update for $48,150 (All Ayes)
• Approved minutes from February 28, 2023 meeting (All Ayes)

Public Works Committee

The committee approved the purchase of seal coat equipment and a distributor truck from Whiteside County. They also authorized the purchase of a used GMC Sierra pickup truck. Members discussed a potential ordinance to allow UTVs on county highways.

• Approved minutes from February 27, 2023 meeting
• Approved purchase of 4wd Etnyre chip spreader and two Hypac rubber-tired rollers from Whiteside County for $70,000
• Approved purchase of 1999 Etnyre/Freightliner distributor truck from Whiteside County for $25,000
• Approved purchase of 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 from Elizabeth Garage for $17,500 plus document fees (carried with one Nay vote)

Personnel Review Committee

The committee reviewed position descriptions for multiple county departments and requested revisions to standardize office manager duties and work environment sections. The committee also discussed implementing mandatory criminal background checks for all employees.

• Approved minutes from Nov 4, 2021 (all ayes)
• Approved minutes from Nov 19, 2021 (all ayes)
• Approved minutes from June 13, 2022 (all ayes)
• Approved minutes from Dec 29, 2022 (all ayes)
• Tabled grading of position descriptions until job descriptions are corrected
• Requested a new part-time Clerical job description

Liquor Commission

The commission approved a 2023 Class C retail liquor license for The Cove. It also approved a Class X2 license for an Independence Celebration event held from June 30 to July 3, 2023.

• Approved 2023 Class C retail liquor license for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association (dba The Cove) (All Ayes)
• Approved Class X2 retail liquor license for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association Independence Celebration at 14A200 E. Canyon Club Dr. for June 30-July 3, 2023 (All Ayes)
• Approved minutes from December 15, 2022 meeting

County Board

The County Board conducted a public hearing regarding grant applications for the FY24 Federal Section 5311 and State of Illinois Downstate Operating Assistance Programs. No public comments were received, and no formal votes on the grants were recorded in these minutes.

• Held public hearing for FY24 Section 5311 and Downstate Operating Assistance grants
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

County Board

The County Board approved a bond issuance of up to $15 million to renovate and equip the Jo Daviess County Courthouse. Other key actions included approving new law enforcement camera equipment and extending the COVID-19 emergency disaster declaration.

• Approved issuance of up to $15,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds for courthouse addition and renovation (14-2)
• Approved $114,685.00 five-year contract for body/squad cameras from Digital Ally (voice vote)
• Extended COVID-19 Emergency Disaster Declaration to April 10, 2023 (12-2-2)
• Approved $34,550.00 and $13,600.00 proposals from MSA Professional Services for Comprehensive Plan updates (voice vote)
• Approved $2,545,753.92 in claims and $8,849.83 in Emergency Telephone Systems Board Fund claims (16-0)
• Approved amendments to Environmental Health Fees for Cottage Food/Farmers Market (16-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Animal Control code (16-0)
• Approved annual ordinance and grants for Public Transit Service operation (16-0)

Social & Environmental Committee

The committee approved several measures to support Jo Daviess County Transit, including grant applications and intergovernmental agreements with the City of Galena. It also updated Environmental Health fees for farmers markets and cottage food operations and approved an ordinance regarding animal control.

• Approved updated Environmental Health fees: $25 for Limited egg Farmers’ Market, $75 for Farmers’ Market, $50 for Cottage Food registration, and $325 inspection fee (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances regarding Animal Control (5-0)
• Approved annual Ordinance to operate a Public Transit Service (5-0)
• Approved Resolution for Public Transportation Financial Assistance Grant – Section 5311 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution for Public Transportation Financial Assistance Grant – DOAP (5-0)
• Approved contract between Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation and Jo Daviess County Transit (5-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreements with City of Galena for Town Route and Ride Galena Route (Voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved Resolution authorizing acceptance of the Special Warranty (5-0)

Ad-Hoc Courthouse

The Ad-Hoc Courthouse Committee approved a project milestone schedule and a bond issuance timetable. The committee recommended the County Board authorize up to $15 million in General Obligation Bonds for courthouse additions and repairs.

• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (All ayes)
• Approved project preliminary milestone schedule proposed by Shive-Hattery (7-0)
• Approved engagement letter with Chapman and Cutler LLP for Bond and Disclosure Counsel Services subject to State's Attorney review (7-0)
• Approved bond issuance timetable proposed by Baird (8-0)
• Recommended County Board ordinance for General Obligation Bonds not to exceed $15,000,000 for courthouse addition and renovation (8-0)
• Approved that the bond ordinance be subject to review by the State's Attorney (6-2)

Legislative Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the February 15, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed bills introduced by Senator Chesney and Representative McCombie, as well as legislation that has passed out of committee. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Executive Committee

The committee approved a motion to review the P2017-1 Fixed Asset Management Policy to shift certain tasks to auditors. Members also discussed a $10 million bonding plan for courthouse renovations and the status of a county compensation study.

• Approved review of P2017-1 Fixed Asset Management Policy to remove auditor-performed tasks (7-0)
• Approved opening closed session minutes from Jan 14, 2014 (voice vote)
• Approved opening closed session minutes from Feb 3, 2014 (voice vote)
• Approved keeping closed session minutes from Mar 31, 2014 closed (voice vote)
• Approved keeping closed session minutes from May 13, 2014 closed (voice vote)
• Approved opening closed session minutes from Jun 10, 2014 (voice vote)
• Approved opening closed session minutes from Jul 8, 2014 (voice vote)
• Approved keeping closed session minutes from Oct 14, 2014 closed (voice vote)

Emergency Telephone System Board

The Emergency Telephone System Board approved $4,990 for Power FTO training software and several maintenance contracts for communications towers and UPS systems. The board also approved February accounts payable and travel funds for the ETSB Coordinator.

• Approved February accounts payable claims of $11,375.20 (5-0)
• Approved $4,990.00 for Power FTO Subscription software (5-0)
• Approved $52.50 reimbursement to DeKalb County ETSB for NG-911 legal work (5-0)
• Approved $64.99 for Verbatim USB flash drives (5-0)
• Approved $89.38 for 911 Call Center tower maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $350.00 for Galena Communications Tower maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $350.00 for Elizabeth Communications Tower maintenance (5-0)
• Approved $3,176.55 to replace 32 UPS System batteries (5-0)

Development & Planning Committee

The Development & Planning Committee contracted MSA Professional Services, Inc. to update the county's Comprehensive Plan. The committee also moved proposed energy siting reforms to the Zoning Board for consideration.

• Approved MSA Professional Services, Inc. proposal for Comprehensive Plan update at a cost of $34,550 (7-0)
• Approved all seven a la carte options in the MSA proposal totaling $13,600 (7-0)
• Approved moving Siting Reform for energy to the Zoning Board for consideration (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved minutes for the January 24, 2023 meeting (voice vote, all ayes)

Public Works Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the January 23, 2023 meeting. Other items were discussed, including solar energy options, equipment purchases, and UTV usage, but no further formal actions were taken.

• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee approved forwarding two equipment purchases to the County Board for final approval. These include a state bid for radio equipment and a multi-year contract for cameras. The committee also updated its 2023 meeting schedule.

• Forwarded approval of $383,481 Motorola Solutions bid for Initial Starcom System to County Board (all ayes)
• Forwarded approval of $114,685 five-year contract for Digital Ally body/squad cameras to County Board (all ayes)
• Revised June meeting date to June 20th (all ayes)
• Approved August 15, 2022 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved September 19, 2022 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (all ayes)

708 Mental Health Board

The 708 Mental Health Board approved seven service provider contracts for the 2023 fiscal year. All motions passed with all members in favor.

• Approved Midwest Medical Center contract for $129,177.00
• Approved Riverview Center, Inc. contract for $64,177.00
• Approved Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc. contract for $85,000.00
• Approved Contact of Northern Illinois contract for $15,000.00
• Approved Tyler’s Justice Center for Children contract for $12,000.00
• Approved Kreider Services contract for $22,177.00
• Approved Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department contract for $14,000.00

Legislative Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the January 12, 2023 meeting. Members discussed several state bills, including a 1% service tax on hotel stays and the Recreational Trails of Illinois Act, but took no formal action on them. The meeting also included discussions on state wind farm guidelines and local zoning concerns.

• Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Ad-Hoc Courthouse

The Ad-Hoc Courthouse Committee approved the use of Baird as the bonding agent for building renovations. The committee also designated specific representatives to lead the project and discussed construction management options and timelines.

• Approved using Baird as the bonding agent for courthouse renovation (6-3)
• Approved LaDon Trost and Scott Toot as representatives for the Ad-Hoc Courthouse Committee (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes from January 23, 2023 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

County Board

The County Board voted to renovate the existing Courthouse building and extended the COVID-19 Emergency Disaster Declaration through March 14, 2023. The board also approved several land conveyances to the Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association and authorized the hosting of the Karst Feature Database on the county website.

• Approved renovation of current Courthouse building (13-4)
• Extended COVID-19 Emergency Disaster Declaration to March 14, 2023 (15-2)
• Approved hosting Jo Daviess County Karst GIS database on county website (voice vote)
• Approved deed of conveyance for parcel 18-013-098-00 to Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association (17-0)
• Approved deed of conveyance for parcel 18-003-101-00 to Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association (17-0)
• Approved $42,799.80 purchase of 20 Dell Latitude 5430 Rugged laptops (voice vote)
• Approved two Special Use Permits for non-agricultural residences at 859 S Blackjack Road (17-0)
• Approved $4,095 annual software license with DEVNET, Inc. for five years (voice vote)

Board of Health

The Board approved a code change to Title 5, Chapter 5, Section 5 (5-5-5) defining public nuisances related to noisy dogs. The board also reviewed budget comparisons for the Public Health, PH Catastrophic, and Animal Control funds through December 31, 2022.

• Approved minutes from January 4, 2023 meeting
• Approved proposed code change to Title 5, Chapter 5, Section 5 (5-5-5): Noisy Dogs

Executive Committee

The committee approved a parliamentary procedures presentation and the renewal of pollution liability insurance. Following a closed session, it was decided that department heads and the Personnel Review Committee will handle position and job placement descriptions.

• Approved Parliamentary Procedures & Boardsmanship presentation by Nancy Sylvester for up to $2,500 plus mileage (7-1)
• Approved renewal of Pollution Liability Insurance with Westchester Environmental – Illinois Union Insurance Company for $3,912 (unanimous)
• Approved that Position Descriptions and Job Placement Descriptions be completed by County Department Heads and the Personnel Review Committee
• Approved minutes of the January 3, 2023 meeting (voice vote)

Emergency Telephone System Board

The Emergency Telephone System Board approved a $500,000 investment in a CD at First Community Bank of Galena. The board also approved January accounts payable and funding for equipment and training travel. No action was taken on a proposal for Power FTO Subscription software.

• Approved investing $500,000 in a 13-month CD at First Community Bank of Galena at 4.25% (7-0)
• Approved January 2023 accounts payable claims of $8,849.83 (7-0)
• Approved $439.96 from Equipment Account for 4 wireless keyboards (7-0)
• Approved up to $7,600 for Coordinator and two dispatchers to attend Motorola/Spillman Summit Training Conference (7-0)
• No action taken on $5,250 request for Power FTO Subscription software

Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee

The committee decided to recommend proceeding with a rehabilitation plan for the current courthouse due to bonding limits and costs. They also approved moving two property conveyances and a software service agreement to the County Board.

• Recommended proceeding with Shive-Hattery rehabilitation plan for courthouse
• Moved Resolution to County Board to convey parcel 18-013-098-00 to Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution to convey parcel 18-003-101-00 to Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association (all ayes)
• Moved Agreement for DEVNET, Inc. Wedge program services to County Board at $4,095 per year for five years (all ayes)
• Approved November 17 and December 29, 2022 meeting minutes (all ayes)

Information & Communications Technology Committee

The committee voted to recommend that the County Board host the Karst GIS database and make it accessible on the county website for public, subscription, and government access. The database was developed via grant funding and will no longer be hosted by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service after fall 2023.

• Approved December 28, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended County Board host Karst GIS database and provide free digital data requests (unanimous)

Development & Planning Committee

The Development & Planning Committee will review responses to requests for proposals for a Comprehensive Plan update. Members will also discuss the Jo Daviess County Housing Study and prioritize committee goals.

• Discussion on RFP responses for Comprehensive Plan update
• Discussion and possible action on Jo Daviess County Housing Study
• Report on a rural tourism grant from Ill Extension Director Margaret Larson
• Establishment of FY2023 meeting dates and start times

The Development & Planning Committee voted to send the completed Housing Study by the Blackhawk Hills Regional Council to the County Board for adoption and website posting. The committee also established its meeting dates and start times for FY2023.

• Approved motion to bring Blackhawk Hills Regional Council Housing Study to County Board for adoption and posting (All Ayes)
• Approved FY2023 meeting dates and start times (All Ayes)
• Approved minutes from November 29, 2022 meeting (All Ayes)

Ad-Hoc Courthouse

The Ad-Hoc Jo Daviess County Courthouse Committee voted to recommend that the County Board pursue rehabilitation of the existing courthouse rather than building a new facility. The committee also appointed a Vice-Chairman and discussed bonding processes and ARPA funding.

• Appointed Melisa Hammer as Committee Vice-Chairman (all ayes)
• Recommended to County Board to rehabilitate the current Courthouse building (7-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss equipment and vehicle procurement, including the use of Sourcewell and the purchase of a skid loader trailer. The body will also consider actions regarding solar electricity generation at the Highway Department facility and the management of county-owned cemeteries.

• Annual Spring Weight Posting Resolution
• Solar electricity generation at the Highway Department facility
• Skid loader trailer purchase
• Use of Sourcewell for equipment/vehicle purchases
• County owned cemeteries

The committee approved a resolution for annual spring road postings and the purchase of a skid loader trailer. Members also established the 2023 meeting schedule and discussed procurement alternatives for vehicles.

• Approved minutes from November 28, 2022 meeting
• Approved resolution for spring road postings from February 15 to May 15
• Approved purchase of skid loader trailer from Nite Equipment for $15,748
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule for 4th Monday of each month at 6:00pm (7:00pm May-August)

Social & Environmental Committee

The committee approved hiring five additional transit drivers and established a contract with Galena Strauss Senior Care. Multiple resolutions were passed to update Jo Daviess County Health Department fees for farmers' markets, cottage foods, shared kitchens, and food establishments. A proposed code change regarding noisy dogs was postponed.

• Approved contract between Jo Daviess County Transit and Galena Strauss Senior Care (Voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved hiring 2 full-time and 3 part-time transit drivers (Voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved Farmers' Market fees ($25 egg permit, $75 full permit) and Cottage Food registration increase to $50 (6-0)
• Approved shared kitchen license fees: High Risk $200, Medium Risk $125, Low Risk $75 (6-0)
• Approved food establishment fee increases effective December 2023, including high risk fees rising from $450 to $675 (6-0)
• Approved FY2023 meeting dates and start times (Voice vote, all ayes)
• Postponed code change for Noisy Dogs (5-5-5) until February meeting
• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (Voice vote, all ayes)

Law Enforcement & Courts Committee

The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee approved the purchase of 20 rugged laptops from Dell Technologies. The committee also approved the Contract Law Enforcement Plan of Operations for the Blanding Landing Recreation Area and set a 4 p.m. start time for FY2023 meetings.

• Approved purchase of 20 Dell Latitude 5430 Rugged laptops for a total not to exceed $42,799.80 (all ayes)
• Approved Contract Law Enforcement Plan of Operations for Mississippi River Project, Blanding Landing Recreation Area (all ayes)
• Approved FY2023 meeting dates and 4 p.m. start time (all ayes)
• Approved minutes from October 17, 2022 meeting (all ayes)

Legislative Committee

The committee approved the FY2023 meeting schedule with a modified start time of 2 p.m. Members discussed several state-level bills and legislative trends, including weapon laws and legislator salaries, but took no formal action on them.

• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved FY2023 meeting dates with start time changed to 2 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)

County Board

The County Board approved the promotion of Ryan Afflerbaugh to IT Systems Manager with a retroactive salary. The board also established a courthouse committee and passed a resolution opposing specific state firearm legislation.

• Promoted Ryan Afflerbaugh to IT Systems Manager at $58,087 annual salary, retroactive to Dec 1, 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved resolution opposing Illinois HB5855, SB2226, and HB5471 (16-1)
• Established Jo Daviess County Ad-Hoc Courthouse Committee (17-0)
• Appointed 9 members to the Ad-Hoc Courthouse Committee (17-0)
• Extended COVID-19 Emergency Disaster Declaration to Feb 15, 2023 (15-2)
• Set 2023 standard mileage rate at $0.65 per mile, to be set annually based on IRS rates (voice vote)
• Approved $781,597.90 in claims and $85,749.19 in Emergency Telephone Systems Board Fund claims (17-0)
• Appointed Laura Winter to Planning Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals as an alternate (17-0)

Board of Health

The Board approved a new fee schedule for shared kitchen users based on risk levels. The Board also elected its officers for the term and approved the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Approved shared kitchen license fees: High Risk $200/year, Medium Risk $125/year, and Low Risk $75/year
• Elected Merri Berlage as Board President, Peg Dittmar as Vice President, and Tara Redfearn as Secretary
• Approved the 2023 Board of Health and committee meeting schedule
• Approved minutes from the September 7, 2022 meeting

Emergency Telephone System Board

The Board approved December accounts payable claims totaling $85,749.19 and a reimbursement for legal work. Members also received updates on the implementation of text-to-911 and ongoing issues with Solacom hardware.

• Approved December accounts payable claims of $85,749.19 (6-0)
• Approved $87.50 payment to DeKalb County ETSB for NINGA legal work (6-0)
• Decided against approving the $4,528.68 maintenance agreement with Nelson Systems

Executive Committee

The committee approved a personnel promotion and established the FY2023 meeting schedule. Members also voted to open or keep closed several historical closed session minutes from 2012 and 2013. Discussions were held regarding the courthouse and a compensation study, but no action was taken on those items.

• Promoted Ryan Afflerbaugh to IT Manager at $58,087.00 salary, retroactive to Dec 1, 2022
• Approved FY2023 Executive Committee meeting dates and start times
• Approved minutes from Sept 6, 2022 and Nov 1, 2022 meetings
• Opened closed session minutes from April 2, 2012, Oct 24, 2012, Feb 12, 2013, March 4, 2013, and Aug 5, 2013
• Maintained closed status for minutes from March 13, 2012, April 9, 2012, Aug 14, 2012, Jan 2, 2013, and Feb 4, 2013