Kankakee County public meetings in 2025

Board of Review

The Kankakee County Board of Review will review the 2025 Final Equalization Reports and consider State Exemption Applications. The meeting also includes a public comment period, discussion of any new or old business, and the adjournment of the 2025 session with opening of the 2026 session.

• Public Comment
• Review of 2025 Final Equalization Reports
• Adjournment of 2025 Board of Review Session and Opening of 2026 Session
• State Exemption Applications
• New Business

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review monthly financial reports from the Auditor and Treasurer, discuss cash flow, and consider amending fees and architectural service contracts. The committee will also authorize an intergovernmental agreement for animal and rabies control and adopt a new chapter of the county code regarding animals.

• Approval of November 2025 financial reports
• Amending Resolution 2025-12-09-213 Fees
• Amending Resolution 2025-09-09-168 Courthouse Architectural Services
• Authorizing execution of IGA for Animal & Rabies Control
• Adopting Chapter 10-Animals of the Kankakee County Code of Ordinance

Regional Planning Commission

The Regional Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the March 20 and September 3, 2025 meetings. It will hold Workshop #2 of the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. The agenda notes that public comment remains limited to a total of 15 minutes.

• Approve minutes from March 20, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from September 3, 2025 meeting
• Conduct Workshop #2 of the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
• Public comment time limit remains 15 minutes

Executive Committee

The committee will approve the November 19, 2025 minutes and hear monthly updates from the Health Department, Schools, Veterans Assistance Commission, County Administration, and Community Services. It will make several appointments and reappointments to local drainage districts and the Will‑Kankakee Regional Development Authority. The meeting also announces openings on the Kankakee Housing Authority, Farmland Assessment Review Committee, Regional Planning Commission, and several drainage districts.

• Reappointment of Jaeson Munyon to the Momence‑Pembroke Drainage District No 1
• Appointment of Brian Janssen to the Raymond Drainage District No 1
• Appointment of Eric Cavender to the Will‑Kankakee Regional Development Authority
• One opening on the Kankakee Housing Authority board
• Two openings on the Farmland Assessment Review Committee

Board of Review

The Kankakee County Board of Review will open with a public comment period. It will consider state exemption applications and conduct hearings for 2025 appeals. The meeting will also include discussion of new and old business before adjourning.

• Public Comment
• State Exemption Applications
• 2025 Appeals – Hearings (see attached list)
• New Business
• Old Business

Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee

The Highways, Waterways & Buildings Committee will consider resolutions to authorize the County Board Chairman to sign agreements for federal and state participation in two bridge replacement projects. The committee will also review a public bid opening for a Veterans Assistance Commission office remodel.

• Resolution for Bridge Replacement on County Highway 13 over Pike Creek
• Resolution for Bridge Replacement on County Highway 14 over Trim Creek
• Public Bid Opening for Veterans Assistance Commission Office Remodel Project
• Kankakee County Waterways Advisory Subcommittee Update
• Facility Dude Report

The committee accepted the lowest and most qualified bid ($88,438) for the Veterans Assistance Commission Office remodel, with a 13‑aye, 0‑nay vote. It also approved the county engineer pay estimates (13‑aye, 0‑nay) and passed two bridge‑replacement resolutions by voice vote. The Waterways Advisory Subcommittee’s river access agreement was accepted by voice vote, and the subcommittee was given permission to continue work on its other recommendations. An emergency purchase of a snow‑plow truck costing $47,542 was authorized.

• Accepted lowest bid ($88,438) for Veterans Assistance Commission Office remodel (13 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved county engineer pay estimates (13 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved resolution for Bridge Replacement on County Highway 14 over Trim Creek (voice vote)
• Approved resolution for Bridge Replacement on County Highway 13 over Pike Creek (voice vote)
• Accepted River Access Agreement recommendation (voice vote)
• Granted Waterways Subcommittee permission to pursue Working Team Development and Mitigation recommendations (no vote recorded)
• Authorized emergency purchase of snow‑plow truck ($47,542) (no vote recorded)

Criminal Justice Committee

The Kankakee County Criminal Justice Committee will meet on December 10, 2025 at 7:30 a.m. to receive monthly updates and reports from several criminal‑justice offices. Items include a Grand Jury Report and statistics, as well as updates from the chief judge, circuit clerk, state’s attorney, public defender, probation, sheriff/EMA, animal control, and coroner. The agenda consists of informational reports and a new/old business item, with no formal actions listed.

• Grand Jury Report (State’s Attorney’s Office – Jim Rowe)
• Grand Jury Statistics Report (State’s Attorney’s Office – Jim Rowe)
• Monthly update from Chief Judge Thomas Cunnington
• Monthly reports from Sheriff/EMA Department – Mike Downey
• Monthly reports from Animal Control – Kari Laird

The committee approved the November 12, 2025 minutes. It approved the judicial, circuit clerk, state attorney, public defender, probation, sheriff, animal control, and coroner reports, each by voice vote. Judge William Dickenson was appointed as the new Chief Judge effective Dec. 31, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 8:17 am.

• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved departmental reports (judicial, circuit clerk, state attorney, public defender, probation, sheriff, animal control, coroner) (voice vote)
• Appointed Judge William Dickenson as new Chief Judge (effective Dec. 31 2025)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:17 am (voice vote)

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

The Kankakee County Animal Welfare Advisory Committee will review updates from Animal Control and consider several items related to the county shelter. Topics include a discussion of a shelter meeting led by Jamie and Kari, ideas for a memorial wall fundraiser, cooperative initiatives for the shelter community, and planning the committee’s focus for 2026. The meeting will also approve the November 12, 2025 minutes and set the agenda for the next meeting.

• Discussion for a shelter meeting – Jamie and Kari
• Memorial wall fundraising ideas
• Cooperative initiatives for the County’s Shelter Community
• Focus and direction for the AWAC – planning for 2026
• Approval of minutes – November 12, 2025

Board of Review

The Kankakee County Board of Review will hold hearings for 2025 property assessment appeals, reviewing complaints from various property owners regarding over-assessed valuations.

• Public comment period scheduled
• Hearings for 2025-000119 to 2025-000346
• Over-assessed complaints for residential and commercial parcels
• Hearings for 2025-000084 to 2025-000153
• Hearings for 2025-000172 and 2025-338

County Board

The Kankakee County Board will consider a range of items, including reappointments to committees, code amendments affecting occupancy taxes and fees, vehicle purchases, and two agricultural rezoning cases. It will also review the 2025 tax levy request and approve funding for the County Engineer’s salary. A key decision is authorizing the Chairman to sign a collective bargaining agreement with International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 705 for maintenance workers.

• Authorize Chairman to sign collective bargaining agreement with International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 705 (maintenance) (item 222)
• Amend Chapter 50, Article III, Section 50-66 – Hotel and Motel Operators’ Occupancy Tax (item 212)
• Amend Chapter 18, Section 18-1, Chapter 2 – Fees (item 213)
• Purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet 4500 Regular Cab 4x2 Cab and Chassis to replace a 2006 Ford F450 (item 215)
• Rezoning from A-1 Agriculture to A-2 Agricultural Estate in Section 07 of Limestone Township (ZBA Case #25-08) (item 219)

The board approved the October 2025 claims and department reports, adopted a consent agenda covering multiple reappointments, purchases, and code amendments, and approved two rezoning resolutions. It also approved the Tax Year 2025 levy request and authorized the chairman to sign a collective bargaining agreement with International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 705. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved October 2025 claims – 24 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved department reports – voice vote
• Approved consent agenda items (reappointments, purchases, code amendments, Vision Zero support) – 24 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved rezoning from A‑1 to A‑2 in Limestone Township (ZBA Case #25‑08) – voice vote
• Approved rezoning from A‑1 to A‑2 in Summer Township (ZBA Case #25‑09) – voice vote
• Approved Tax Year 2025 levy request (221) – 24 ayes, 0 nays
• Authorized chairman to sign collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 705 (222) – 24 ayes, 0 nays

Waterways Advisory Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review updates on the Aroma Park Dredging Project and the Map and Signage Project. Members will also discuss a river access agreement and a partnership development working team.

• Aroma Park Dredging Project
• River Access Agreement
• Map and Signage Project update
• Kankakee & Yellow River Basin Development Commission updates
• Illinois Conservation Police update

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the October 3, 2025 meeting. It adopted a revised river access agreement to be presented to the Waterway Committee. It recommended allowing subcommittee members to volunteer for tasks delegated by the Waterway Committee. It also approved a recommendation to prepare for ice jams and spring flooding and adopted the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Approved minutes of October 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended revised river access agreement to Waterway Committee (unanimous)
• Recommended allowing subcommittee members to volunteer for Waterway Committee‑delegated tasks (unanimous)
• Recommended preparation for ice jams and spring flooding (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Subcommittee meeting schedule (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Kankakee County Board of Review will meet to hear appeals and consider state exemption applications. The meeting is scheduled for December 2, 2025, at the County Administration Building.

• Public comment period
• Hearings for 2025 property tax appeals
• State exemption applications
• New and old business
• Adjournment

Board of Review

The Board of Review will hold a public comment period, consider state exemption applications, and conduct hearings on 2025 appeals. Additional agenda items include new business and old business.

• Public Comment
• State Exemption Applications
• 2025 Appeals – Hearings
• New Business
• Old Business

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review financial reports, including a short‑term rental tax presentation and the 2025 levy request. It will consider an amendment to County Code Chapter 18, Section 18‑1 concerning fee structures. An executive session will address authorizing the board chair to sign a collective bargaining agreement with International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 705.

• Short‑Term Rental Tax presentation
• Tax Year 2025 Levy Request
• Amendment to County Code Chapter 18, Section 18‑1 – Fee Structures
• Executive session to authorize collective bargaining agreement with IBT Local 705
• Monthly Claims – October 2025 (Auditor)

The committee approved adding short‑term rental properties to County Code section 50‑66, allowing a 5% tax similar to hotels and projecting about $30,000 in annual revenue (12‑1). It also approved the October 2025 monthly claims, the Treasurer and Collector reports, and the Tax Year 2025 levy request, each passing with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes. Members voted 13‑0 to amend fee structures in County Code Chapter 18, raising paper copy, marriage, and liquor license fees. The committee entered two executive sessions on pending litigation and collective bargaining matters and authorized the board chairman to sign a collective bargaining agreement with International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 705 (each 12‑0).

• Add short‑term rentals to county code section 50‑66 (12 ayes, 1 nay)
• Approve October 2025 monthly claims (13 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approve Treasurer and Collector reports (voice vote)
• Approve Tax Year 2025 levy request (13 ayes, 0 nays)
• Amend fee structures in County Code Chapter 18 (13 ayes, 0 nays)
• Enter executive session for pending litigation (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Enter executive session for collective bargaining matter (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorize chairman to sign collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 705 (12 ayes, 0 nays)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will approve the October 22, 2025 minutes and receive monthly updates from Information Services, the Health Department, schools, the Veterans Assistance Commission, the County Administrator, and Community Services. It will appoint individuals to the Zoning Board of Appeals, GIS Committee, Regional Land Bank Authority, and County Housing Authority, and announce openings on several drainage districts and commissions. The committee will also consider a proposed amendment to the Recorder’s Statute concerning fraud and the referral process.

• Appointment of Michael Dauphin to the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Appointment of Angela Morrey to the Geographic Information System (GIS) Committee
• Opening on the Regional Planning Commission
• Opening on the Kankakee County Housing Authority (Tenant)
• Amending the Recorder’s Statute regarding the Recorder’s fraud and referral process

The committee approved the amendment to the Recorder’s Statute with a roll‑call vote of 12 ayes and 0 nays. Minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting were approved by voice vote. Several departmental reports were accepted and filed by voice vote. All listed appointments and reappointments to various boards and committees were approved by voice vote.

• Approved amendment to the Recorder’s Statute (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted County Assessor’s monthly report (voice vote)
• Accepted County Clerk’s monthly report (voice vote)
• Accepted Recorder’s monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Michael Dauphin to the Zoning Board of Appeals (voice vote)
• Approved multiple GIS Committee appointments and reappointments (voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Felicia Riley to the Kankakee County Housing Authority as a Tenant (voice vote)

Planning, Zoning & Agriculture

The Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee will review two requests to change land use from A1 Agriculture to A2 Agricultural Estate. The body will also discuss the Stormwater/MS4 Program and a proposed resolution for the Vision Zero Action Plan.

• ZBA Case #25-08: Rezoning 4054 N 6500 W Rd from A1 Agriculture to A2 Agricultural Estate
• ZBA Case #25-09: Rezoning 9673 E 6000 N Rd from A1 Agriculture to A2 Agricultural Estate
• Vision Zero Action Plan proposed resolution
• Stormwater/MS4 Program discussion

Board of Review

The Kankakee County Board of Review meeting on November 18, 2025 will include public comment, review of state exemption applications, and hearings on numerous 2025 assessment appeals. Over‑assessed and stipulation appeals for properties such as Phillips Roberta (docket 2025‑000032) and Long Joanne A. Halpin (dockets 2025‑000033, 2025‑000034) are scheduled. The board will also address any new and old business items before adjourning.

• Public Comment
• State Exemption Applications
• Over‑Assessed appeal – Phillips Roberta (docket 2025‑000032)
• Stipulation appeal – Long Joanne A. Halpin (docket 2025‑000033)
• New Business

Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee

The Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee will meet to review biddings, lettings, and pay estimates. The body is considering resolutions for two new Chevrolet chassis vehicles and the appropriation of funds for the County Engineer’s salary.

• Purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet 4500 Regular Cab 4x2 cab and chassis
• Purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet 6500 Regular Cab 4x4 cab and chassis
• Resolution Appropriating Funds for the Payment of the County Engineer’s Salary
• Aroma Park Sediment Management Project Update
• Kankakee County Waterways Advisory Subcommittee Update

The Highways, Waterways & Buildings Committee approved the October 16, 2025 minutes, the county engineer’s pay estimates, and appropriated funds for the engineer’s salary. It also approved the purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet 4500 Regular Cab 4x2 and a 2026 Chevrolet 6500 Regular Cab 4x4 to replace older vehicles. All motions passed unanimously with roll‑call votes of 10 ayes and 0 nays. The committee combined and approved the facility, financial, and building reports.

• Approved October 16, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved county engineer pay estimates (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Appropriated funds for county engineer’s salary (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Chevrolet 4500 Regular Cab 4x2 (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Chevrolet 6500 Regular Cab 4x4 (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Combined & approved facility, financial, and building reports (voice vote)

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates from Animal Control Director Kari Laird. Members will discuss fundraising ideas for the Kankakee County Animal Control, including a memorial wall, and cooperative initiatives for the shelter community.

• Fundraising ideas for Kankakee County Animal Control, including a memorial wall
• Discussion regarding a shelter meeting between Jamie and Kari
• Cooperative initiatives for the County’s Shelter Community
• Determination of focus and direction for the AWAC

Criminal Justice Committee

The committee will receive monthly updates and reports from the Chief Judge, Circuit Clerk, State’s Attorney, Public Defender, Probation, Sheriff/EMA, Animal Control, and Coroner's Office. The State's Attorney will present Grand Jury reports and statistics.

• Grand Jury Report and Statistics Report from State’s Attorney Jim Rowe
• Monthly reports from the Sheriff/EMA Department
• Monthly reports from the Public Defender’s Office
• Monthly receipts of money from the Coroner’s Office

The Criminal Justice Committee approved the October 15 minutes and the monthly reports from the Circuit Clerk, State Attorney, Public Defender, Probation, Sheriff, Animal Control, and Coroner offices. All approvals were passed by voice vote. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 8:18 a.m.

• Approved October 15 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Circuit Clerk monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved State Attorney reports (voice vote)
• Approved Public Defender monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Probation monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Sheriff monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Animal Control monthly report (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:18 a.m. (voice vote)

County Board

The County Board will discuss the combined annual budget and appropriation ordinance for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The meeting includes several appointments, resignations, and the disposal of surplus equipment.

• Combined Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for 2025-2026 Fiscal Year
• Amendment to County Code regarding Health Department Food Service Establishment Licenses and Fees
• Resolution for the Illinois Housing Development Authority’s Strong Communities Program for 15 LandBank properties
• Authorization to hire Smith, Koelling, Dykstra and Ohm, P.C. for FY2025 financial audit
• Renewal agreement with Alliant Insurance for liability, auto, inland marine, cyber, and worker's compensation

The Kankakee County Board approved the combined annual budget and appropriation ordinance for fiscal year 2025‑2026. It also approved a 3.3% renewal increase for Alliant Insurance coverage and hired an external firm to audit the FY 2025 financial statements. Additional approvals included health spending account contributions, a health department licensing amendment, and acceptance of an Illinois Housing Development Authority program.

• Approved Combined Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for FY 2025‑2026 (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved renewal of Alliant Insurance policies with 3.3% increase (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved hiring of Smith, Koelling, Dykstra and Ohm to audit FY 2025 financial statements (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Health Spending Account contributions (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved amendment to Health Department Food Service Establishment Licenses and Fees (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved acceptance of Illinois Housing Development Authority Strong Communities Program Round 2 (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved claims for September 2025 (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Appointed Steven Taden to fill County Board District #21 vacancy (21 ayes, 0 nays)

Board of Review

The Kankakee County Board of Review will hear public comments, consider state exemption applications, and conduct first reviews of 2025 appeal cases. The meeting also includes new and old business items before adjournment.

• Public Comment
• State Exemption Applications
• 2025 Appeals – First Reviews
• New Business
• Old Business

Board of Review

The Kankakee County Board of Review will hold a public comment period, consider state exemption applications, adopt the final list of 2024 certificates of error, conduct first reviews of 2025 appeals, and hold hearings on 2025 appeals as listed in the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for 8:30 AM at the County Administration Building, First Floor Conference Room.

• Public comment period
• State exemption applications
• Final list of 2024 certificates of error
• First reviews of 2025 over‑assessed appeals
• Hearings on 2025 over‑assessed appeals (see attached list)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Kankakee County Zoning Board of Appeals will review two rezoning requests. One request seeks to change the classification of 4054 N 6500 W Rd from A1 Agriculture to A2 Agricultural Estate, filed by AB Wendling LLC and Brent and Anita Wendling. The second request seeks the same classification change for 9673 E 6000 N Rd, filed by Natson II LLC and applicant Chance Marcotte. Both items will be considered during the public hearing portion of the meeting.

• Rezoning of 4054 N 6500 W Rd, Kankakee, IL from A1 Agriculture to A2 Agricultural Estate (Petition by AB Wendling LLC/Brent and Anita Wendling)
• Rezoning of 9673 E 6000 N Rd, Grant Park, IL from A1 Agriculture to A2 Agricultural Estate (Petition by Natson II LLC and applicant Chance Marcotte)

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to review state exemption applications and certificates of error. The body will conduct first reviews and hearings for 2025 property tax appeals.

• Hearings for 2025 appeals including docket 2025-000001 (BRUER JEFFERY S & LORI A)
• Hearings for 2025 appeals including docket 2025-000004 (GREEN MARY)
• Stipulation hearings for 2025 appeals including docket 2025-000005 (HARPIN DANIEL & BONNIE)
• Stipulation hearings for 2025 appeals including docket 2025-000006 (GIANCARLO, PETER A & JOHNSEN, DA)
• State Exemption Applications review

Finance Committee

The Kankakee County Finance Committee will consider authorizing the County Board Chairman to sign a renewal agreement for the county's liability, inland marine, workers' compensation, and cyber insurance. The committee will also approve the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes and review monthly audit and treasury reports for September 2025. Additional items include a cash flow update, FY26 budget discussion, and approval of the 2026 county‑funded HSA benefit.

• Authorize signing agreement to renew liability/inland marine/WC/cyber insurance package
• Approve minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting
• Auditor Colton Ekhoff presents September 2025 monthly claims
• Treasurer Nick Africano presents September 2025 Treasurer and Collector reports
• Approve 2026 Kankakee County funded HSA benefit

The committee approved the county’s liability, inland marine, workers’ comp and cyber insurance renewal with a 3.3% cost increase. It also adopted the FY26 balanced budget, the September 2025 monthly claims, the audit engagement letter for the SKDO, and the 2026 employee HSA benefit funding. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved liability/inland marine/WC/cyber insurance renewal (3.3% increase) – 11 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved September 2025 monthly claims – 11 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved combined Treasurer and Collector reports for September 2025 – voice vote
• Approved SKDO audit engagement letter for FY25 ($102,000) – 11 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved FY26 balanced budget – 11 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved 2026 county‑funded HSA benefit ($500 single, $1,000 family) – 11 ayes, 0 nays

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will review and discuss the September 17 minutes, receive monthly updates from multiple departments, and consider a proposed fee increase for the Environmental Health Food Ordinance. It will also handle appointments, resignations, and numerous board openings. No final decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Approval of September 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Proposed fee increase for the Environmental Health Food Ordinance
• Appointment of Jim Schopf Jr to the Kankakee Waterways Advisory Subcommittee
• Resignation of Matthew Olszewski from the Kankakee Regional Land Bank Authority
• Openings on the Regional Planning Commission, GIS Committee, and several drainage districts

The committee voted 11 ayes to 0 to approve the proposed fee increase for the Environmental Health Food Ordinance. It also approved disposal of surplus IT equipment, and approved the appointment of Jim Schopf Jr. to the Waterways Advisory Subcommittee along with two resignations. Several departmental reports were accepted and filed.

• Approved fee increase for Environmental Health Food Ordinance (11 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved disposal of surplus IT equipment (voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Jim Schopf Jr. to Kankakee Waterways Advisory Subcommittee (voice vote)
• Approved resignation of Matthew Olszewski from Kankakee Regional Land Bank Authority (voice vote)
• Approved resignation of Brian Porter from Zoning Board of Appeals (voice vote)
• Accepted Health Department report and filed it (voice vote)
• Accepted County Assessor’s monthly report and filed it (voice vote)
• Accepted County Clerk’s monthly report and filed it (voice vote)

Planning, Zoning & Agriculture

The Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee will review the Building Report for August and September 2025 and discuss the Stormwater/MS4 program. It will consider the Recycle Coach initiative, an overview of HB 4120 (4116) and SB25, and the Strong Communities Program Round 2 land bank. The committee will note the resignation of Brian Porter from the Zoning Board and announce an opening on the Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Building Report: August & September 2025
• Stormwater/MS4 Program Discussion
• Recycle Coach initiative
• Overview of HB 4120 (4116) & SB25
• One opening on the Zoning Board of Appeals

The Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee voted 9-0 to approve using Land Bank grant funds for the Strong Communities Program Round 2. Earlier, the committee approved the August and September building reports by voice vote and combined them into a single report, also by voice vote. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved August and September building reports (voice vote)
• Combined and approved building reports (voice vote)
• Approved access to Strong Communities Program grant funds (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Review

The Kankakee County Board of Review will hear public comment, review state exemption applications, and consider certificates of error. It will also conduct first reviews of 2025 appeals and address any new or old business items before adjourning.

• Public Comment
• State Exemption Applications
• Certificates of Error
• First Reviews of 2025 Appeals
• New Business

Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee

The Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee will meet to review biddings, lettings, and engineer pay estimates. The body will discuss additional IDOT funding for specific infrastructure projects and receive updates on waterways and building facilities.

• CH 23 (Guertin Street) Reconstruction in St. Anne: $3,000,000
• CH 14 Bridge over Trim Creek: $320,000
• CH 13 Bridge over Pike Creek: $250,000
• Aroma Park Sediment Management Project update
• Kankakee County Waterways Advisory Subcommittee update

The committee adopted the September 11, 2025 minutes by voice vote. It approved the County Engineer pay estimates, waiving the reading, with a 13‑aye, 0‑nay roll call. The Facility Dude, financial and building reports were combined and approved by voice vote. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved County Engineer pay estimates, waived reading (13 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Facility Dude, financial and building reports (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Criminal Justice Committee

The Kankakee County Criminal Justice Committee will meet on Oct. 15, 2025 at 7:30 a.m. in the 4th Floor Board Room, 189 East Court Street. The committee will receive monthly updates and reports from the Chief Judge, Circuit Clerk, State’s Attorney, Public Defender, Probation, Sheriff/EMA, Animal Control, and Coroner’s offices. The meeting will also include a public comment period and consideration of new or old business items.

• Judicial – Chief Judge Thomas Cunnington: Monthly Update
• Circuit Clerk’s Office – Sandi Cianci: Monthly Reports
• State’s Attorney’s Office – Jim Rowe: Grand Jury Report and Statistics
• Public Defender’s Office – Ed Pentuic: Monthly Reports
• Sheriff/EMA Department – Mike Downey: Monthly Report

The Criminal Justice Committee approved the September 10, 2025 minutes and approved the monthly reports from the Sheriff, Coroner, State Attorney, Probation, and Animal Control departments. The committee also approved a state grant for a Mental Health Court and the disposal of surplus equipment. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Sheriff Downey monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved combined Coroner Gessner report (voice vote)
• Approved combined State Attorney Rowe reports (voice vote)
• Approved state grant for Mental Health Court (voice vote)
• Approved Probation report (voice vote)
• Approved Animal Control report (voice vote)
• Approved disposal of surplus equipment (voice vote)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to process state exemption applications and certificates of error. The body will also conduct first reviews of 2025 appeals.

• State Exemption Applications
• Certificates of Error
• 2025 Appeals – First Reviews

County Board

The County Board will consider agreements for employee medical and dental insurance and the continued funding of an employee assistance program. The board is also deciding on several commission reappointments and the appointment of Nathan J Benoit to District #28.

• Insurance agreements with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois and Delta Dental
• Funding for Allone Health Employee Assistance Program
• Amendment to Animal Control Ordinance Section 18-1, Chapter 10
• Appointment of Nathan J Benoit to District #28 of the Kankakee County Board
• Disposal of surplus equipment for the Sheriff’s and Maintenance Departments

The County Board filled the District 28 vacancy by appointing Nathan J. Benoit with a 22‑0 vote. It approved the August 2025 claims and the consent agenda unanimously. The board also authorized medical and dental insurance agreements, continued funding for Allone Health, amended the Animal Control Ordinance, and approved the State Attorney’s Appellate Prosecutor Program for FY2026.

• Appointed Nathan J. Benoit to County Board District 28 (22‑0)
• Approved August 2025 claims (23‑0)
• Combined and approved consent agenda items (23‑0)
• Authorized Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance agreement (22‑0)
• Authorized Delta Dental dental insurance agreement (22‑0)
• Approved Allone Health as Employee Assistance Program carrier (22‑0)
• Amended Animal Control Ordinance §18‑1, Chapter 10 (22‑0)
• Approved State Attorney’s Appellate Prosecutor Program FY2026 (22‑0)

GIS Committee

The GIS Committee will approve the minutes from the July 11, 2025 meeting. It will receive updates on several ongoing projects, including the 2025 Orthophotography Project, GIS Server upgrades, a Planimetric Data update, and the ArcGIS Parcel Fabric migration. The committee will also consider new member appointments and set dates for future meetings.

• 2025 Orthophotography Project
• GIS Server Upgrades
• Planimetric Data Update
• ArcGIS Parcel Fabric Migration
• Member Appointments

The GIS Committee could not approve the previous meeting's minutes because a quorum was not present. No formal actions on project updates or appointments were taken; those items were noted for future meetings. The meeting was adjourned after a motion and second.

• Minutes not approved (no quorum)
• Motion to adjourn passed

Waterways Advisory Subcommittee

The Waterways Advisory Subcommittee will review updates on the Aroma Park Dredging Project and the Kankakee & Yellow River Basin Development Commission. It will also hear the Illinois Conservation Police and Map and Signage Project updates. Additional items include an All Hazards (Code Red) discussion, potential funding solutions, and plans for future meetings.

• Aroma Park Dredging Project
• Kankakee & Yellow River Basin Development Commission Updates
• Illinois Conservation Police Update
• Map and Signage Project Update
• All Hazards (Code Red) Discussion

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting. They decided to keep the bi‑monthly meeting start time at 8:30 a.m. Members unanimously approved a recommendation to pursue sustained funding for mitigation, restoration, and long‑term resilience of the Kankakee and Iroquois Rivers. The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 a.m.

• Approved August 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Retained bi‑monthly meeting start time at 8:30 a.m.
• Approved recommendation to pursue sustained funding for Kankakee and Iroquois Rivers (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:10 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to address property tax matters. The agenda includes reviewing state exemption applications and certificates of error.

• State Exemption Applications
• Certificates of Error
• 2025 Appeals – First Reviews

County Transportation Committee

The Kankakee County Transportation Committee will meet on September 30, 2025 to approve the minutes from the July 29, 2025 meeting. It will discuss the Consolidated Vehicle Procurement (CVP) Program, receive an HSTP Coordinator update, and review agency transportation needs, accessibility issues, and provider status reports. The agenda also includes public comment, media questions, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Approve minutes from the July 29, 2025 meeting
• Discuss the Consolidated Vehicle Procurement (CVP) Program
• HSTP Coordinator update
• Review agency transportation needs and accessibility issues (METRO, SHOW BUS)
• Update on program status of transportation providers (SHOW BUS rural, METRO urban)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to discuss property tax matters. The body is scheduled to review state exemption applications, certificates of error, and 2025 appeals.

• State Exemption Applications
• Certificates of Error
• New Property Requests
• 2025 Appeals – First Reviews

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss renewing the county’s medical and dental insurance policies and continuing the Employee Assistance Program. Members will also consider a proposal to increase the animal‑control fee. Additional items include monthly claims, treasurer and collector reports, and a cash‑flow update.

• Renewal of Kankakee County Medical Insurance
• Renewal of Kankakee County Dental Insurance
• Continuation of Kankakee County EAP Plan
• Proposal for Fee Increase – Animal Control
• Monthly Claims – August 2025

The committee approved remote attendance for two members, adopted the August 21, 2025 minutes, and approved the renewal of county medical and dental insurance. It also approved continuation of the Emergency Assistance Plan, an animal‑control fee increase, August claims, and combined treasurer and collector reports. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved remote attendance for Mr. Hunter and Ms. Polk via Zoom (voice vote)
• Approved August 21, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved renewal of county medical and dental insurance (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved continuation of the current Emergency Assistance Plan (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved animal‑control fee increase proposal (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved August 2025 monthly claims (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved combined County Treasurer’s Report, Collector’s Report, and September resolutions (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:41 a.m. (voice vote)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will review several commission reappointments and new appointments. The body will also discuss the 2026 holiday schedule and a resolution supporting HB 2341.

• Reappointments to the Merit Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, Animal Welfare Advisory Committee, Kankakee River Conservancy District, and Exline Creek Drainage District
• Appointment of Kevin Sullivan to the Historic Preservation Commission
• Resolution to Support HB 2341
• Establishing the Holidays for 2026
• Discussion of Website ADA Compliance Standards

The Executive Committee approved the 2026 holiday schedule and a resolution backing HB 2341, which provides additional state money for county health and well‑being programs. The committee also approved a slate of reappointments and new appointments to various commissions. All motions were carried by voice vote.

• Allowed Mr. Carrico to attend via Zoom (voice vote)
• Approved August 20, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted and filed departmental reports (voice vote)
• Approved reappointments and appointments to commissions (voice vote)
• Approved 2026 holiday schedule (voice vote)
• Approved resolution supporting HB 2341 (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:01 a.m. (voice vote)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Kankakee County Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider landmark designations and a Certificate of Appropriateness. Items include the B. Harley Bradley House and Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House as potential landmarks, and the Foerster House Certificate of Appropriateness. The commission will also receive reports on an intergovernmental agreement for the Village of St. Anne, the county courthouse, and an update on the 2023 CLG grant. No final actions are recorded in the agenda.

• Review of B. Harley Bradley House landmark status
• Review of Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House landmark status
• Certificate of Appropriateness for Foerster House
• Report on Intergovernmental Agreement for Village of St. Anne
• Update on 2023 CLG Grant

Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee

The Highways, Waterways & Buildings Committee will review biddings and lettings, discuss the County Engineer’s pay estimates, and consider resolutions. It will receive updates on the Aroma Park Sediment Management Project and the Waterways Advisory Subcommittee. The committee will also hear building reports and items proposed to be declared surplus.

• Review of biddings & lettings
• County Engineer’s pay estimates discussion
• Aroma Park Sediment Management Project update
• Kankakee County Waterways Advisory Subcommittee update
• Building reports and items to be declared surplus

The committee approved the County Engineer pay estimates by a roll‑call vote of 11 ayes and 0 nays. It also approved the August 14, 2025 meeting minutes and combined several building reports. Chairs were declared surplus for sale, and Ms. Parker was permitted to attend via Zoom. The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 a.m.

• Allowed Ms. Parker to attend via Zoom (voice vote)
• Approved August 14, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved County Engineer pay estimates (11 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Facility Dude, financial, and building reports (voice vote)
• Declared chairs surplus for sale (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:15 a.m. (voice vote)

Criminal Justice Committee

The Criminal Justice Committee will hear monthly updates from the county’s judicial, circuit clerk, state’s attorney, public defender, probation, sheriff/EMA, animal control, and coroner offices. It will consider the animal control department’s proposal to raise its service fees. The committee will also review items the sheriff/EMA department recommends declaring surplus. The meeting includes public comment and approval of the August 13, 2025 minutes.

• Animal Control – proposal for fee increase
• Sheriff/EMA Department – items to be declared surplus
• State’s Attorney’s Office – Grand Jury Report
• Approval of minutes from August 13, 2025
• Monthly reports from Judicial, Circuit Clerk, Public Defender, Probation, and Coroner offices

The committee approved the August 13, 2025 minutes and approved monthly reports from the Circuit Clerk, State’s Attorney, Public Defender, Probation, and Sheriff/EMA departments, each by voice vote. It also approved the declaration of surplus sheriff vehicles. The animal control fee‑increase proposal was moved to the Finance Committee for further consideration. The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 a.m.

• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Circuit Clerk’s monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved State’s Attorney’s Grand Jury reports (voice vote)
• Approved Public Defender’s monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Probation’s monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Sheriff/EMA monthly reports (voice vote)
• Approved declaration of surplus sheriff vehicles (voice vote)
• Moved animal control fee‑increase proposal to Finance Committee (voice vote)

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

The Animal Welfare Advisory Committee will review updates from Animal Control and discuss a shelter meeting led by Jamie and Kari. Members will consider fundraising ideas, including a memorial wall, and cooperative initiatives for the county shelter community. The committee will also address the focus and direction of the AWAC, review old business, and set the agenda for the next meeting.

• Discussion for a shelter meeting – Jamie and Kari
• Fundraising ideas, including a memorial wall
• Cooperative initiatives for the County’s Shelter Community
• Updates from Animal Control (Kari Laird)
• Agenda discussion for the next meeting

The Animal Welfare Advisory Committee unanimously approved the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes. Members agreed to negotiate the sale of the former shelter location with the identified purchaser. The discussion of a November open‑house at the County Administration Building was tabled. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Agreed to negotiate sale of former shelter location
• Tabled discussion of November 12 open‑house meeting
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

County Board

The Kankakee County Board will discuss architectural services for the courthouse remodel and engineering for a bridge replacement on County Highway 14. The board is also reviewing several zoning requests and the sale of county property at 1270 Stanford Drive.

• Agreement with Cole Jarvis for architectural services for the Kankakee County Courthouse remodel
• Professional services agreement with Hampton, Lenzini & Renwick, Inc. for bridge replacement on County Highway 14 in Momence Township
• Sale of county property located at 1270 Stanford Drive, Kankakee, Illinois
• Rezoning from R1-Residential to C2-General Commercial in Section 12 of Bourbonnais Township
• Contract renewals with Paylocity for benefits, timekeeping, and third-party administration services

The Kankakee County Board filled two board vacancies, approved multiple reappointments, and adopted several resolutions including a bridge design contract, Paylocity service contracts, a courthouse remodel architect, and the sale of County land at 1270 Stanford Drive. All motions passed unanimously (25‑0) or by voice vote. The meeting also recorded openings on various commissions and a board member resignation.

• Approved appointment of Roger Koerner Jr (District 10) and Kenneth Lewellen (District 14), 25‑0
• Approved reappointments and new appointments on drainage districts and Board of Health, 25‑0
• Approved bridge design services contract for County Highway 14, 25‑0
• Approved Paylocity contract renewal for benefits & timekeeping and COBRA/FSA/HSA services, 25‑0
• Approved architect agreement with Cole Jarvis for courthouse remodel, 25‑0
• Approved sale of County property at 1270 Stanford Drive, 25‑0
• Approved extension of broker services agreement with Nugent Curtis Real Estate, LLC, 25‑0
• Declared vacancy in Board District 28, voice vote

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to discuss state exemption applications and certificates of error. The board is scheduled to approve the 2025 Board of Review Rules and Procedures.

• Approval of 2025 Board of Review Rules and Procedures
• State Exemption Applications
• Certificates of Error

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Kankakee County Zoning Board of Appeals will convene at the Administration Building to conduct routine procedural business, including member training and public comment. No substantive zoning decisions or new business items are listed on this agenda.

Regional Planning Commission

The Kankakee County Regional Planning Commission will meet to introduce and workshop the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. The group will also hear public comments and approve minutes from the March 20, 2025 meeting.

Finance Committee

The Kankakee County Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from June, hear monthly financial reports from the auditor and treasurer, and discuss cash flow. A new business item proposes authorizing the County Board Chairman to sign an architectural services agreement for the courthouse remodel.

• Approval of June 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Monthly Claims – July 2025 (Auditor Colton Ekhoff)
• County Treasurer’s and Collector’s Reports – July 2025
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Cole Jarvis for courthouse remodel architectural services

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from June 18, 2025, and the July 2025 monthly claims. It also approved the Treasurer’s and Finance Department reports. The committee authorized the County Board Chairman to sign an agreement with Cole Jarvis for architectural services on the courthouse remodel, limited to $250,000. All motions were carried with unanimous votes where recorded.

• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved July 2025 monthly claims (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Treasurer’s and Collector’s reports for July 2025 (voice vote)
• Approved Finance Department reports (voice vote)
• Authorized County Board Chairman to sign architect agreement for courthouse remodel, not to exceed $250,000 (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Allowed Mr. Hunter and Ms. Polk to attend via Zoom (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:17 a.m. (voice vote)

Executive Committee

The Kankakee County Executive Committee will meet to approve minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting and receive monthly reports from departments including Information Services, Health, Schools, Veterans Assistance, and County Administration. The committee will also reappoint members to multiple drainage districts and appoint new members to various commissions and committees.

• Reappointment of Dennis Schafer to the Baker Creek Drainage District
• Reappointment of David Kohl to the Canavan Drainage District
• Appointment of Ashu Bansal DDS to the Board of Health (Dentist)
• Two openings on the Historic Preservation Commission (Two Historians)
• Five openings on the Kankakee County Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

The committee approved the renewal of the Paylocity contract and its COBRA/FSA/HRA TPA service proposal by a roll‑call vote of 11 ayes and 0 nays. It also approved an amendment to County Code Section 2-62 to update committee listings. Additional actions included approving Zoom attendance for two members, accepting several monthly reports, and confirming numerous appointments and reappointments.

• Approved Paylocity contract renewal and COBRA/FSA/HRA proposal (11 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved amendment to County Code Section 2-62 (voice vote)
• Approved Zoom attendance for Mr. Hunter and Ms. Munday (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from July 16, 2025 (voice vote)
• Accepted Health Department report (voice vote)
• Accepted Veterans Assistance Commission report (voice vote)
• Approved appointments and reappointments for multiple drainage districts and commissions (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:07 a.m. (voice vote)

Planning, Zoning & Agriculture

The Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee will review three specific land-use petitions in Bourbonnais and Bonfield. The body will also discuss the Zoning Ordinance and the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan.

• ZBA Case #25-05: Variance for lot width reduction at 6374C N 4150 Rd W, Bourbonnais
• ZBA Case #25-06: Rezoning from R1 Single-Family Residential to C2 General Commercial at 4084 N 1000 W Rd, Bourbonnais
• ZBA Case #25-07: Rezoning from A1 Agriculture to RE Rural Estate at 5869 W 2000 N Rd, Bonfield
• Stormwater/MS4 Program discussion
• Introduction of the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan

The Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee approved the June 17 minutes and the combined June‑July building reports. It also approved a lot‑width variance and three rezoning applications, all by voice vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved combined June and July building reports (voice vote)
• Approved variance at 6374C N 4150 Rd W, Bourbonnais (voice vote)
• Approved rezoning at 4084 N 1000 W Rd, Bourbonnais (voice vote)
• Approved rezoning at 5869 W 2000 N Rd, Bonfield (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:46 a.m. (voice vote)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss landmark status for two properties and a grant survey. The body will also review an intergovernmental agreement involving the Village of St. Anne.

• Landmark review: B. Harley Bradley House
• Landmark review: Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House
• Intergovernmental Agreement for Village of St. Anne
• 2023 CLG Grant survey comments and corrections

Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee

The Highways, Waterways & Buildings Committee will meet to approve minutes from the July 10 meeting, discuss professional services agreements, and receive updates on the Aroma Park Sediment Management Project and waterways advisory subcommittee activities. The committee will also review facility reports and financial updates for county buildings.

• Professional Services Agreement Supplement for bridge design on CH 14 (Vincennes Road), Section 23-00306-00-BR with Hampton, Lenzini & Renwick, Inc.
• Aroma Park Sediment Management Project Update
• Kankakee County Waterways Advisory Subcommittee Update
• Facility Dude Report, Financial Report, and Building Report for county buildings

The committee approved the County Engineer pay estimates by a 10‑aye, 0‑nay roll‑call vote. It also approved a professional services agreement supplement with Hampton, Lenzini & Renwick, Inc. for additional bridge‑design work costing $6,000, also by a 10‑aye, 0‑nay roll‑call vote. Building and facilities reports were combined and approved by voice vote, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:41 a.m.

• Approved County Engineer pay estimates (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved $6,000 bridge design supplement for CH 14 (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved minutes from July 10, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved Zoom attendance for Ms. Amber Turner (voice vote)
• Approved combined building, facility, and financial reports (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:41 a.m. (voice vote)

Criminal Justice Committee

The committee will receive monthly updates and reports from various county justice agencies. This includes reports from the Chief Judge, Circuit Clerk, State’s Attorney, Public Defender, Probation, Sheriff/EMA, Animal Control, and Coroner’s Office.

• Grand Jury Report and Statistics Report from State’s Attorney Jim Rowe
• Monthly receipts of money from Coroner Bob Gessner
• Monthly reports from Sheriff/EMA Department, Animal Control, and Probation

The Criminal Justice Committee approved the July 9 minutes and a series of monthly reports from the Circuit Clerk, State’s Attorney, Public Defender, Probation, Sheriff/EMA, and Coroner offices. It also approved a motion to let a member attend the meeting by Zoom. The meeting was adjourned after these actions.

• Allowed Mr. Hunter to attend by Zoom (voice vote)
• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Circuit Clerk’s monthly report (voice vote)
• Combined and approved State’s Attorney’s Grand Jury reports (voice vote)
• Approved Public Defender’s monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Probation’s monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Sheriff/EMA monthly report (voice vote)
• Combined and approved Coroner’s monthly reports and receipts (voice vote)

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates from Animal Control Director Kari Laird. Members will discuss a potential public meeting at the County Administration Building in September and ways to support Kankakee County Animal Control through fundraising.

• Discussion of a public meeting at the County Administration Building in September
• Fundraising and support ideas for Kankakee County Animal Control (KCAC)
• Cooperative initiatives for the County’s Shelter Community
• Determination of focus and direction for the AWAC

County Board

The Kankakee County Board will reappoint multiple drainage district officials and consider resolutions to name County Highway 2 as 'Honorary George Washington Sr. Roadway' and approve bridge replacements on County Highways 13 and 14. Salaries for the State’s Attorney and Public Defender will also be set, and surplus equipment will be declared.

• Reappointment of 13 drainage district officials
• Resolution to name County Highway 2 (4500 South Road) between 16000 East Road and 17000 East Road as 'Honorary George Washington Sr. Roadway'
• Resolutions for bridge replacements on County Highway 13 over Pike Creek and County Highway 14 over Trim Creek
• Declaration of surplus equipment for the State’s Attorney’s Office
• Setting salaries for State’s Attorney and Public Defender

The board approved the consent agenda, reappointing several drainage district members and appointing new members to various boards. It also approved bridge replacement agreements for County Highway 13 over Pike Creek and County Highway 14 over Trim Creek, each by a 20‑aye vote. Additional actions included authorizing a real‑estate sale agreement, setting the State’s Attorney and Public Defender salaries, disposing surplus equipment, and declaring a vacancy on the Board.

• Approved consent agenda with reappointments and new appointments (20 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved bridge replacement on County Highway 13 over Pike Creek (20 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved bridge replacement on County Highway 14 over Trim Creek (20 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized real‑estate sale agreement and price amendment (20 ayes, 0 nays)
• Set State’s Attorney annual salary (20 ayes, 0 nays)
• Set Public Defender annual salary (20 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved disposal of surplus equipment for State’s Attorney’s Office (voice vote)
• Declared vacancy in District 14 of the County Board (voice vote)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Kankakee County Zoning Board of Appeals will convene to review a rezoning application for a property at 5869 W 2000 N Rd in Bonfield, IL. The petition seeks to change the zoning classification from A1 Agriculture to RE Rural Estate. The board will also conduct routine procedural items including roll call, communications, and adjournment.

• Rezoning application for 5869 W 2000 N Rd, Bonfield, IL (Case #25-07) from A1 Agriculture to RE Rural Estate

Waterways Advisory Subcommittee

The Waterways Advisory Subcommittee will meet to review restoration projects and safety initiatives. The body will discuss updates regarding river basin development and Coast Guard safety programs.

• Aroma Park Dredging Project
• Kankakee & Yellow River Basin Development Commission updates
• Coast Guard Boating Safety Course and Vessel Safety Inspections
• Map & Signage Project update
• All Hazards Warnings discussion

The Waterways Advisory Subcommittee reviewed updates on education, safety, and restoration projects, and discussed upcoming tasks such as project identification and funding research. No formal approvals, denials, or votes on policy items were recorded. The meeting was adjourned by a motion that received unanimous support.

• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously (all members present in favor)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to consider state exemption applications and certificates of error. The meeting includes time for public comment and general business.

• State Exemption Applications
• Certificates of Error

County Transportation Committee

The committee will discuss transportation needs, interagency coordination, and accessibility issues involving METRO and SHOW BUS. Members will also hear comments from social service, medical, and government providers regarding disability and aging transportation.

• Consolidated Vehicle Procurement (CVP) Program
• HSTP Coordinator Update
• Accessibility issues regarding METRO and SHOW BUS
• Transportation comments from Health Department, Age Guide, and Veterans Assistance Commission
• Program status updates from SHOW BUS (Rural) and METRO (Urban)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider several appointments and reappointments to county boards and drainage districts. The meeting also includes monthly reports from the Health Department, Schools, and County Administrator.

• Reappointment of Dr Kent Frye to the Kankakee County Board of Health
• Appointment of Nathan Ulrich to the Kankakee River Valley Forest Preserve District Board
• Appointment of Jamie Skraban to the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee
• Appointment of Tonia Jones Cafi to the Regional Planning Commission
• Review of June 2025 Monthly Claims and Treasurer's reports

The Executive Committee approved the June 2025 auditor claims with a 12‑aye, 0‑nay roll‑call vote. It also combined and approved multiple appointments and reappointments, and accepted the Treasurer’s June reports and the meeting minutes. All motions passed by voice vote except the auditor claim approval, which was recorded as a roll‑call vote.

• Approved June 2025 auditor claims (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Combined and approved all listed appointments and reappointments (voice vote)
• Combined and approved Treasurer’s June 2025 reports (voice vote)
• Approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Allowed Mr. Hunter to attend via Zoom (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:58 a.m. (voice vote)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Kankakee County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two new cases. The board will review a request to reduce required lot width and a request to change a property's zoning from residential to commercial.

• ZBA Case #25-05: Variance request to reduce required lot width from 250’ to 204.9’ at 6374C N 4150 Rd W, Bourbonnais
• ZBA Case #25-06: Rezoning request from R1 Single-Family Residential to C2 General Commercial at 4084 N 1000 W Rd, Bourbonnais

GIS Committee

The GIS Committee will meet to discuss updates on several technical mapping projects. The body will review progress on orthophotography and server upgrades.

• Hydrographic/Bathymetric Project update
• 2025 Orthophotography Project update
• GIS Server Upgrades update
• Sidewalk Planimetric Update

The GIS Committee approved the combined minutes from the January 10 and April 11, 2025 meetings. The motion was made by Mr. Kerkstra, seconded by Mr. Heiden, and passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 10:32 A.M. after a motion by Ms. Gadbois was seconded by Mr. Long.

• Approved combined minutes from Jan 10 and Apr 11, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:32 A.M. (motion carried)

Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee

The Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee will discuss federal participation agreements and funding for two bridge replacements. The meeting also includes updates on sediment management in Aroma Park and building facility reports.

• Bridge replacement on County Highway 13 over Pike Creek
• Bridge replacement on County Highway 14 over Trim Creek
• Aroma Park Sediment Management Project update
• Kankakee County Waterways Advisory Subcommittee update

The committee approved the meeting minutes and the county engineer pay estimates. It adopted two resolutions authorizing the County Board Chairman to sign federal agreements and appropriate bridge funds for replacements on County Highway 13 over Pike Creek and County Highway 14 over Trim Creek. The committee also combined and approved the building reports and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved county engineer pay estimates (14 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved resolution for Bridge Replacement on County Highway 13 over Pike Creek (14 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved resolution for Bridge Replacement on County Highway 14 over Trim Creek (14 ayes, 0 nays)
• Combined and approved building reports (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates from Animal Control Director Kari Laird. Members will discuss filling an open committee position and ways to support the Kankakee County Animal Control through fundraising and cooperative initiatives.

• Filling open committee position
• Fundraising and support ideas for KCAC
• Cooperative initiatives for the County’s Shelter Community
• Focus and direction for the AWAC

The Animal Welfare Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 4:09 p.m. with a unanimous voice vote. The proposed paver project for a memory wall was kept tabled pending further planning.

• Approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:09 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)
• Paver project for memory wall remains tabled (no vote recorded)

Criminal Justice Committee

The Criminal Justice Committee will receive monthly updates from county judicial and law enforcement offices. The Sheriff's Department will provide updates on ICE agents, detainers, a mental health pilot, and drones.

• Sheriff's update on ICE Agents in Kankakee County and ICE Detainers
• Mental Health Pilot Update from the Sheriff/EMA Department
• Drone Update from the Sheriff/EMA Department
• Grand Jury and Statistics Reports from the State’s Attorney’s Office
• Monthly reports from the Coroner, Animal Control, and Public Defender

The committee voted to allow Mr. Hunter to join the meeting by Zoom. It approved the June 11 minutes and the monthly reports from the Circuit Clerk, Public Defender, Probation, Sheriff/EMA, and Animal Control departments. The meeting was adjourned at 8:17 a.m.

• Allowed Mr. Hunter to attend by Zoom (voice vote)
• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Circuit Clerk’s Office reports (voice vote)
• Approved Public Defender’s Office report (voice vote)
• Approved Probation monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Sheriff/EMA Department monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Animal Control monthly report (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:17 a.m. (voice vote)

County Board

The Kankakee County Board will discuss capital improvements for the county courthouse and the purchase of a hovercraft for local fire protection districts. The meeting includes numerous board reappointments and a proposal to name a section of County Highway 2 as the Honorary George Washington Jr. Roadway.

• Agreement with Construction Management Company for Kankakee County Courthouse capital improvements
• Grant agreement with Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity for courthouse improvements
• Purchase of a hovercraft using the River Equipment Grant Fund (Fund Number 931) for fire protection districts
• Acquisition of four landmark properties via the Illinois Housing Development Authority’s Strong Communities Program
• Designation of County Highway 2 (4500 South Road) between 16000 East Road & 17000 East Road as Honorary George Washington Jr. Roadway

The board authorized two agreements for capital improvements at the Kankakee County Courthouse and approved the purchase of a hovercraft for fire districts. It also modified a state housing grant, approved May 2025 claims, and adopted the consent agenda. Additionally, a vacancy was declared for District #10 and remote attendance was allowed for a member.

• Approved remote attendance for Mr. Hunter (voice vote)
• Approved claims for May 2025 (21 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved consent agenda (21 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized agreement with Bear Construction for courthouse improvements (20 ayes, 1 nay)
• Authorized amendment of grant with Illinois Dept of Commerce for courthouse improvements (21 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized purchase of hovercraft with River Equipment Grant Fund (20 ayes, 0 nays)
• Modified Illinois Housing Development Authority Strong Communities grant (20 ayes, 0 nays)
• Declared vacancy in District #10 of County Board (20 ayes, 0 nays)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss the B. Harley Bradley House and the Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House under landmarks. The meeting includes a report on an Intergovernmental Agreement for the Village of St. Anne and a 2023 CLG Grant survey update.

• Landmark review: B. Harley Bradley House
• Landmark review: Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House
• Intergovernmental Agreement for Village of St. Anne
• 2023 CLG Grant survey update and presentation by Ken Itle

Finance Committee

The Kankakee County Finance Committee will review monthly claims and reports from the Treasurer and Collector for May 2025. The committee will also discuss the FY2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and current cash flow.

• May 2025 Monthly Claims
• May 2025 County Treasurer’s Report
• May 2025 County Collector’s Report
• FY2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• June 2025 Monthly Resolutions

The committee approved the May 22, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It approved the May 2025 monthly claims with a roll‑call vote of 10 ayes and 0 nays. The Treasurer’s and Collector’s May 2025 reports and the FY2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report were each combined and approved by voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 10:11 a.m. by voice vote.

• Approved May 22, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved May 2025 monthly claims (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Combined and approved Treasurer’s and Collector’s May 2025 reports (voice vote)
• Combined and approved FY2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:11 a.m. (voice vote)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider the reappointment of members to various county boards, commissions, and drainage districts. The body will also review current vacancies across multiple county agencies and receive monthly reports from department heads.

• Reappointment of Antonio Carrico and Kathryn Hamblen to the Board of Health
• Reappointment of Cole Jarvis to the Historic Preservation Commission
• Reappointment of Lisa Sanford to the Kankakee Regional Land Bank Authority
• Reappointment of George H Ryan Jr to the Kankakee Valley Airport Authority
• Review of openings for the Regional Planning Commission and Kankakee County Housing Authority

The committee combined and approved a list of reappointments, new appointments and one resignation with a voice vote. Motions to accept the May 21 minutes and several departmental monthly reports were also carried by voice vote. A motion allowing Mr. Fetherling to attend via Zoom was approved. The meeting was adjourned at 9:43 a.m.

• Approved combined appointments, reappointments and resignation (voice vote)
• Approved Zoom attendance for Mr. Fetherling (voice vote)
• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted Health Department report (voice vote)
• Accepted County Assessor monthly report (voice vote)
• Accepted County Clerk monthly report (voice vote)
• Accepted Recorder monthly report (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:43 a.m. (voice vote)

Planning, Zoning & Agriculture

The Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee will review building reports for April and May 2025. The body will discuss the Stormwater/MS4 Program and a grant request for SCP Round 2.

• Stormwater/MS4 Program discussion
• MS4 Report
• SCP Round 2 Grant Request

The Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee approved the Kankakee Regional Land Bank's request to use up to $20,000 of SCP Round 2 funds and recommended it to the full board. The committee also approved the April 15 minutes, the April and May building reports, and a motion to allow two members to attend via Zoom. The meeting was adjourned at 9:27 a.m.

• Approved April 15 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved April and May building reports (voice vote)
• Approved Zoom attendance for Ms. Munday and Mr. Fetherling (voice vote)
• Approved SCP Round 2 grant request up to $20,000, recommended to full board (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to address state exemption applications and certificates of error. The meeting includes time for public comment and general business.

• State Exemption Applications
• Certificates of Error

Farmland Assessment Review Committee

The Farmland Assessment Review Committee will meet to review certified 2026 PI values. The body will discuss value ratio graphs and percentage changes in farmland values across assessment jurisdictions from 2024 to 2025.

• Presentation of Certified 2026 PI Values
• Discussion of PI Value Ratio Graph
• Review of farmland value changes by jurisdiction from 2024 to 2025

Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee

The Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee will discuss capital improvements for the Kankakee County Courthouse and the resurfacing of County Highway 41. The body will also review updates on the Aroma Park Sediment Management Project and a rescue boat for the Limestone Fire Protection District.

• Agreement with Construction Management Company for Kankakee County Courthouse capital improvements
• Grant agreement with Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity for courthouse improvements
• Local Agency Agreement for resurfacing County Highway 41 between South Street and the Will County Line
• Designation of County Highway 2 (4500 South Road) between 16000 East Road & 17000 East Road as “Honorary George Washington Jr. Roadway”
• Limestone Fire Protection District Rescue Boat

The committee approved Bear Construction as the manager for the courthouse capital‑improvement project and authorized the $6 million state grant needed for the work. It also approved the purchase of a rescue boat for the Limestone Fire Protection District, set a highway honorary designation, and completed routine approvals such as the meeting minutes and pay estimates.

• Allowed Mr. Fetherling to attend via Zoom (voice vote)
• Approved May 15, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Bear Construction as courthouse construction manager (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved execution of $6 M grant agreement for courthouse improvements (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved County Engineer pay estimates (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Designated County Highway 2 as “Honorary George Washington Jr. Roadway” (voice vote)
• Approved purchase of Limestone Fire Protection District rescue boat up to $75,000 (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:36 a.m. (voice vote)

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates from Animal Control and discuss ways to support the Kankakee County Animal Control (KCAC). Members will also address filling an open committee position and cooperative initiatives for the shelter community.

• Fundraising and support ideas for KCAC
• Cooperative initiatives for the County’s Shelter Community
• Filling an open committee position
• Discussion on the focus and direction for the AWAC

The Animal Welfare Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting after correcting a spelling error, using a unanimous voice vote. No other motions were adopted; the remainder of the meeting consisted of updates, reports, and discussion of upcoming events and projects.

• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, unanimous)

Criminal Justice Committee

The committee will receive monthly updates and reports from various county legal and public safety offices. The meeting includes reports from the Chief Judge, Circuit Clerk, State's Attorney, Public Defender, Probation, Sheriff/EMA, Animal Control, and the Coroner.

• Grand Jury Report and Statistics Report from State's Attorney Jim Rowe
• Monthly reports from the Sheriff/EMA Department
• Monthly reports and receipts of money from the Coroner's Office
• Monthly updates from Chief Judge Thomas Cunnington

The Criminal Justice Committee approved the May 14 minutes and allowed Mr. Hunter to attend via Zoom. It approved or combined and approved monthly reports from the judiciary, clerk, public defender, probation, sheriff/EMA, animal control, and coroner offices. The meeting was adjourned at 8:04 a.m.

• Allowed Mr. Hunter to attend by Zoom (voice vote)
• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Combined and approved judicial and clerk reports (voice vote)
• Approved Public Defender report (voice vote)
• Approved Probation report (voice vote)
• Approved Sheriff/EMA report (voice vote)
• Approved Animal Control report (voice vote)
• Combined and approved Coroner Office reports (voice vote)

County Board

The Kankakee County Board will discuss infrastructure agreements for County Highway 41 and County Highway 37. The meeting includes a series of board and commission appointments and the adoption of an updated expense and travel reimbursement policy.

• Resurfacing of County Highway 41 using federal participation and matching tax funds
• Bridge replacement design on County Highway 37 in Otto & Aroma Townships via Hutchison Engineering, Inc.
• Agreement with Government Business Systems Inc. for new Voter Registration System software
• Updated Kankakee County Policy and Procedure Manual for expense/travel reimbursement
• Proclamation declaring June 10, 2025, as Alexis McCullough Day

The Kankakee County Board approved a series of resolutions covering claims payments, a consent agenda of reappointments, and several infrastructure and technology contracts. All motions passed with overwhelming support, most 22‑0 and one 21‑0. The board also removed a pending appointment resolution from the consent agenda with a 21‑1 vote.

• Approved claims for March and April 2025 (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved consent agenda reappointments and appointments (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Removed Michael Bossert appointment resolution from consent agenda (21 ayes, 1 nay)
• Authorized renewal of electric load aggregation agreement (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized resurfacing of County Highway 41 (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized bridge design agreement for County Highway 37 (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized county engineer’s salary agreement (22 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized new voter registration system software license (21 ayes, 0 nays)

Waterways Advisory Subcommittee

The Waterways Advisory Subcommittee will meet to discuss updates on Aroma Park dredging and the Kankakee & Yellow River Basin Development Commission. The body is also considering an amendment to Ordinance 2024-04-09-41 and the adoption of subcommittee by-laws.

• Amendment of Ordinance 2024-04-09-41
• Adoption of Subcommittee By-Laws
• Aroma Park Dredging Update
• Coast Guard Boating Safety Course scheduled for July 19, 2025

The subcommittee voted to approve the revised by‑laws governing the Waterways Advisory Subcommittee. It also approved a recommendation to create detailed mapping of the Kankakee and Iroquois Rivers, including safety signage and QR codes. Both motions were supported by all members present. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved revised subcommittee by‑laws (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to map Kankakee & Iroquois Rivers (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss the B. Harley Bradley House and Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House landmarks. Members will also review an Intergovernmental Agreement for the Village of St. Anne and a 2023 CLG Grant survey update.

• Landmark review: B. Harley Bradley House
• Landmark review: Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House
• Intergovernmental Agreement for Village of St. Anne
• 2023 CLG Grant Survey Update
• Resignation of Sheri Ebert

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the FY24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for SKDO and discuss a cash flow update. The body will also consider an amendment to ARPA Resolution 2024-12-10-180. Other business includes reports from the Auditor, Treasurer, and Collector.

• FY24 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report - SKDO
• Amendment to ARPA Resolution 2024-12-10-180
• MC2 Electric Aggregation Program presentation
• Monthly claims for March and April 2025
• County Treasurer and Collector reports for February, March, and April 2025

The Finance Committee adopted a six‑year electric aggregation contract with MC2 Energy, voting 10 ayes and 0 nays. It also approved the March and April 2025 monthly claims (9‑0) and combined the Treasurer’s and Collector’s reports for February‑April (voice vote). An amendment adding Fund 095 to ARPA Resolution 2024‑12‑10‑180 was adopted unanimously (10‑0). The minutes from March 20 and April 17 were approved by voice vote.

• Approved six‑year MC2 electric aggregation program (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved March & April 2025 monthly claims (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved combined Treasurer’s and Collector’s reports for Feb‑Apr 2025 (voice vote)
• Amended ARPA Resolution 2024‑12‑10‑180 to add Fund 095 (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved combined minutes from March 20 and April 17, 2025 (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:43 a.m. (voice vote)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will review monthly reports from county departments and various commissions. The body is considering the adoption of an updated Policy and Procedure Manual regarding expense and travel reimbursement. The meeting also includes a series of appointments and reappointments to local boards and commissions.

• Adoption of updated Kankakee County Policy and Procedure Manual – Expense/Travel Reimbursement
• Reappointments to the Regional Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, and Kankakee Regional Land Bank Authority
• Appointments to the Grant Park Fire Protection District, Board of Review, and Will Kankakee Regional Development Authority
• Resignations from the Kankakee County Housing Authority and Historic Preservation Commission
• Identification of 30+ vacancies across various drainage districts, fire protection districts, and county boards

The committee approved an updated Kankakee County Expense/Travel Reimbursement policy, requiring claims to be submitted within 30 days. It also combined and approved a list of appointments, reappointments and resignations. Both actions were carried by voice vote.

• Approved updated Expense/Travel Reimbursement policy (voice vote)
• Combined and approved appointments, reappointments and resignations (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from April 16, 2025 (voice vote)
• Amended agenda to place Schools after minutes (voice vote)
• Amended agenda to place County Administrator after Legislative (voice vote)
• Accepted and filed Schools report (voice vote)
• Accepted and filed Health Department report (voice vote)
• Accepted and filed Veterans Assistance Commission report (voice vote)

Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee

The committee will vote on resolutions authorizing federal participation and matching funds for resurfacing County Highway 41 in Essex, and an engineering agreement to design the Sugar Island Bridge replacement on CH 37. Members will also receive updates on the Aroma Park sediment management project and county buildings. Routine items include approving April minutes, bid lettings, and pay estimates.

• Resolution to sign Local Agency Agreement and appropriate matching tax funds for resurfacing CH 41 between South Street and the Will County line
• Resolution to sign engineering agreement with Hutchison Engineering for Sugar Island Bridge replacement design on CH 37 in Aroma and Otto Townships
• Resolution appropriating funds for county engineer's salary
• Aroma Park Sediment Management Project update
• County Engineer's Pay Estimates and bid for HMA plant mix (25-00000-03-GM)

The committee accepted the lowest responsible bidder, Kankakee Valley Construction, for the County‑25‑00000‑03‑GM road project with a unanimous 12‑0 vote. It also approved the County Engineer’s pay estimates and three resolutions: matching funds for Highway 41 resurfacing, design funding for the Sugar Island Bridge replacement, and salary appropriation for the County Engineer. All votes were unanimous.

• Accepted lowest responsible bidder (KVCC) for County‑25‑00000‑03‑GM road contract (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved County Engineer pay estimates (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved resolution for $139,000 county match to resurface Highway 41 (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved resolution to sign engineering agreement and fund design of Sugar Island Bridge replacement (12 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved resolution to appropriate funds for County Engineer’s salary (12 ayes, 0 nays)

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

The Animal Welfare Advisory Committee will meet to approve April meeting minutes, receive an update from Animal Control, and discuss filling an open committee position. Members will also talk about fundraising ideas and cooperative initiatives for the county's shelter community. No formal votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled; the meeting is largely discussion and planning.

• Approval of April 9, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion on filling an open committee position
• Fundraising and support ideas for the Kankakee County Animal Control
• Cooperative initiatives for the county's shelter community
• Focus and direction for the AWAC

Criminal Justice Committee

The Criminal Justice Committee will receive routine monthly reports from the judiciary, circuit clerk, state's attorney, public defender, probation, sheriff, animal control, and coroner. The only action items are a declaration of surplus vehicles from the Sheriff's Department and a warrants update.

• Sheriff's Department declaration of disposal surplus vehicles
• Sheriff's Department warrants update
• State's Attorney's Office grand jury and grand jury statistics reports
• Coroner's Office monthly receipts of money report
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2025

The Criminal Justice Committee approved a motion to let Ms. Munday attend the meeting by Zoom. It also approved the April 9 minutes and a series of departmental monthly reports, including those from the Circuit Clerk, Public Defender, Probation, Sheriff/EMA, Animal Control, and Coroner offices. The committee approved the declaration of surplus vehicles and adjourned the meeting at 8:22 a.m.

• Approved Zoom attendance for Ms. Munday (voice vote)
• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Circuit Clerk’s combined reports (voice vote)
• Approved Public Defender’s monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Probation’s monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Sheriff/EMA monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved declaration of surplus vehicles (voice vote)
• Approved Animal Control’s monthly report (voice vote)

County Board

The Kankakee County Board will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, several appointments and reappointments to local boards and fire protection districts, and a resolution supporting agriculture. The board is also set to vote on an amendment to the collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police for lieutenants, a zoning variance and map amendments, a motor vehicle lease with SHOWBUS, and a road use agreement with Illinois Generation, LLC for roadway improvements related to a ComEd substation in Essex Township.

• Resolution authorizing the County Board Chairman to sign the Essex Substation Road Use Agreement with Illinois Generation, LLC for roadway improvements for a ComEd substation in Essex Township
• Amending Resolution Number 2024-03-12-27 – Authorizing the County Board Chairman to sign a collective bargaining agreement with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Labor Council on behalf of Kankakee County Lieutenants
• Kankakee County Zoning Map Amendments – 2025
• Motor Vehicle Lease with SHOWBUS to provide transportation for Kankakee County
• Resolution in Support of Agriculture in Kankakee County

The County Board approved remote attendance for a member and moved the Certificates of Appreciation to the top of the agenda. It adopted the consent agenda, which included 13 board and district appointments. The board also approved several resolutions, including a collective bargaining agreement with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police, a road use agreement for the Essex Substation, zoning map amendments, a variance in Pembroke Township, and a motor‑vehicle lease with SHOWBUS. An executive session was entered to discuss pending litigation.

• Approved remote attendance for Mr. Fetherling (voice vote)
• Amended agenda to place Certificates of Appreciation first (voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda with 13 appointments (24 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved resolution authorizing Chairman to sign Essex Substation Road Use Agreement (voice vote)
• Approved amendment to collective bargaining agreement with Illinois FOP (24 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved ZBA variance for Pembroke Township lot width (voice vote)
• Approved motor vehicle lease with SHOWBUS for county transportation (24 ayes, 0 nays)
• Entered executive session on pending litigation (24 ayes, 0 nays)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider approval of April 7, 2025 minutes, discuss landmarks including the B. Harley Bradley House and Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House, and hear reports on an intergovernmental agreement with the Village of St. Anne. The commission will also receive updates on the 2023 CLG Grant survey and the Community Foundation Grant.

• Discussion of B. Harley Bradley House landmark
• Discussion of Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House landmark
• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness (unspecified)
• Intergovernmental Agreement for Village of St. Anne
• Update on 2023 CLG Grant survey and Community Foundation Grant

Board of Review

The Kankakee County Board of Review will hold a regular meeting with items including public comment, state exemption applications, certificates of error, and new and old business. No specific properties, dollar amounts, or ordinances are listed, making this a primarily procedural agenda.

• Public Comment period
• State Exemption Applications to be reviewed
• Certificates of Error to be processed

Finance Committee

The Kankakee County Finance Committee is meeting to discuss routine financial matters and consider an amendment to the ARPA resolution for the Circuit Clerk Remodel Project. The agenda includes approval of March minutes, monthly claims from the Auditor, and reports from the Treasurer and Finance Department. The amendment to the ARPA resolution is the most substantive item, potentially adjusting funding for the remodel project.

• Amendment to the ARPA resolution for the Circuit Clerk Remodel Project
• Auditor's monthly claims review
• County Treasurer's report for February & March 2025
• County Collector's report for February & March 2025
• Finance Department cash flow update and miscellaneous financial reports

The Kankakee County Finance Committee met on April 17, 2025 but did not have a quorum because state law requires members to attend in person. Consequently, no votes or approvals were possible, including the March 20, 2025 minutes and the financial reports presented. All items were discussed but remained unacted upon.

• Approval of March 20, 2025 minutes not approved (no quorum)
• Monthly claims not voted on (no quorum)

Executive Committee

This is a mostly procedural meeting. The committee will hear routine monthly reports from several departments and then consider a long list of appointments, reappointments, and resignations to various local boards and fire protection districts. The agenda also lists many current openings on advisory committees, boards, and drainage districts.

• Appointment of Peter Dvorak to the Kankakee River Valley Forest Preserve District
• Reappointment of Troy Coffman to the Joe Benes Drainage District
• Resignation of Scott Dillman from the Grant Park Fire Protection District
• Over two dozen openings listed for advisory committees, fire protection districts, and drainage districts

The Executive Committee approved a motion to let two members attend via Zoom and approved the March 19 minutes. It accepted departmental reports from Health, Veterans Assistance, Assessor, Clerk, and Recorder. The committee combined and approved a list of appointments, reappointments and one resignation for various district boards. All actions passed by voice vote.

• Approved Zoom attendance for Mr. Fetherling and Mr. Carrico (voice vote)
• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted Health Department report and filed it (voice vote)
• Accepted Veterans Assistance Commission report and filed it (voice vote)
• Accepted County Assessor’s monthly report and filed it (voice vote)
• Accepted County Clerk’s monthly report and filed it (voice vote)
• Accepted Recorder’s monthly report and filed it (voice vote)
• Approved appointments, reappointments and resignation listed (voice vote)

Planning, Zoning & Agriculture

The Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee will discuss a variance request for lot width on a parcel in Pembroke Township (ZBA Case#24-10) and review a proposed lease agreement with SHOWBUS. Other items include the March 2025 building report, an update on the Stormwater/MS4 program, the 2025 Zoning Map, a legislative update, and the Historic Preservation 2024 annual report.

• ZBA Case#24-10: variance for lot width (121-99.e) on a parcel in Section 11 of Pembroke Township, petitioner Lynn III LLC St. Anne Series (Michael Ferry)
• Lease Agreement with SHOWBUS for transportation services
• Building Report for March 2025 and Stormwater/MS4 Program discussion
• 2025 Zoning Map review
• Historic Preservation 2024 Annual Report

The Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee approved the March 18 minutes, the March building report, a variance for Lynn III LLC, and the 2025 zoning map. It also accepted the Historic Preservation 2024 report and approved a lease amendment with SHOWBUS for a new 2024 bus and removal of buses 10 and 11. All motions passed by voice vote except the lease amendment, which passed 11‑0.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved March 2025 building report (voice vote)
• Approved ZBA variance 121-99.e for Lynn III LLC (voice vote)
• Adopted 2025 zoning map (voice vote)
• Accepted Historic Preservation 2024 report (voice vote)
• Approved SHOWBUS lease amendment adding new 2024 bus and removing buses 10 & 11 (11 ayes, 0 nays)

GIS Committee

The Kankakee County GIS Committee will meet on April 11, 2025, to review minutes and hear updates on ongoing projects, including the hydrographic/bathymetric project, 2025 orthophotography, GIS server upgrades, and sidewalk planimetric updates. Under new business, the committee will discuss a proposed GIS recording fee. No action items or votes are specified in the agenda.

• Discussion of proposed GIS recording fee
• Hydrographic/bathymetric project update
• 2025 orthophotography project update
• GIS server upgrades update
• Sidewalk planimetric update

The GIS Committee did not have a quorum to approve the January 10 minutes, so they were placed on the next agenda. Committee members received updates on the hydrographic survey, ortho image, GIS server upgrade, and sidewalk planimetric data projects. The committee was informed that the Kankakee County Board approved raising the GIS recording fee from $17 to $30, to be reviewed every two years. No votes or formal decisions were recorded by the committee.

Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee

The committee voted to amend Ordinance 2024-04-09-01, changing the Waterways Advisory Committee size from nine to ten members. The County Engineer pay estimates were approved by a roll‑call vote of 13 ayes and 0 nays. Several routine motions to combine and approve reports and minutes were carried by voice vote.

• Amended Ordinance 2024-04-09-01 to increase Waterways Advisory Committee members to ten (voice vote)
• Approved County Engineer pay estimates (13 ayes, 0 nays)
• Combined and approved meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Combined and waived reading of pay estimates (voice vote)
• Combined and approved reports (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:30 a.m. (voice vote)

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates from Animal Control and discuss ways to meet the needs of the Kankakee County Animal Control (KCAC). Members will also review fundraising ideas and cooperative initiatives for the county's shelter community.

• Filling open committee position
• Fundraising and support ideas for the KCAC
• Cooperative initiatives for the County’s Shelter Community
• Removal of KCAC sign from Grinnell Road

The Animal Welfare Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting by voice vote after a motion from Dale Bush and a second from Susan Sheets. Members agreed to create a strategic communication plan, assigning Abby Smith to assist with the AWAC Facebook project and Carol Webber to locate local festivals for outreach. The committee will discuss a potential new board member with Administrator Kari Laird, with Abby Smith to provide an application form. The next meeting is scheduled for May 14, 2025 at the KCAC building.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Abby Smith assigned to assist with AWAC Facebook project
• Carol Webber tasked to find list of local events and festivals for May meeting
• Members agreed to develop a strategic communication plan to improve public perception
• Abby Smith and/or Chairman Tinker Parker to discuss potential new board member with Administrator Kari Laird
• Abby Smith to provide a candidate application form for board consideration
• Scheduled next meeting for May 14, 2025 at KCAC building
• Adjourned at 4:30 p.m.

Criminal Justice Committee

The Criminal Justice Committee will hear monthly reports from the Chief Judge, Circuit Clerk, State's Attorney, Public Defender, Probation, Sheriff, Animal Control, and Coroner. No votes on new ordinances or contracts are scheduled; the agenda consists entirely of routine updates and approval of prior minutes.

• Monthly update from Chief Judge Thomas Cunnington
• Grand Jury Report and Statistics from State’s Attorney Jim Rowe
• Monthly Receipts of Money from Coroner Bob Gessner
• Monthly report from Sheriff Mike Downey (Sheriff/EMA Department)
• Approval of minutes from March 12, 2025

The Criminal Justice Committee approved the March 12 minutes and a series of monthly departmental reports, including those from the Circuit Clerk, State’s Attorney, Public Defender, Probation, Sheriff, Animal Control, and Coroner offices. A motion was passed to let Ms. Munday participate via Zoom. The meeting was adjourned at 8:29 a.m.

• Approved Zoom attendance for Ms. Munday (voice vote)
• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Circuit Clerk monthly reports (voice vote)
• Combined and approved Grand Jury reports (voice vote)
• Approved Public Defender monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Probation monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Sheriff/EMA monthly report (voice vote)
• Combined and approved Coroner reports (voice vote)

County Board

The County Board will discuss amendments to the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget and a collective bargaining agreement for corrections officers. The meeting includes several rezoning requests in Manteno, Otto, and Ganeer Townships, as well as appointments to county boards and commissions.

• Rezoning requests in Manteno (Case#24-14), Otto (Case#25-01, #25-02), and Ganeer (Case#25-03) Townships
• Amendments to the Annual Budget & Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Collective Bargaining Agreement between the County and Illinois Fraternal Order of Police for Corrections Officers
• Agreement with Docufree for digitization services and SHOWBUS for rural public transportation
• Reimbursement agreement with Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America for casing extension on County Highway 9

The board unanimously approved a collective bargaining agreement for Kankakee County corrections officers with the Fraternal Order of Police. It also adopted several rezoning changes, updated the fee schedule for the Recorder’s Office, and approved a digitization services contract. Additional actions included budget amendments and a service agreement with SHOWBUS for rural transportation. All motions passed by voice vote or a roll‑call vote of 25‑0.

• Approved collective bargaining agreement for corrections officers (25 ayes to 0 nays)
• Approved amendment to Predictable Fee Schedule for Recorder’s Office (25 ayes to 0 nays)
• Approved agreement with Docufree for digitization services (25 ayes to 0 nays)
• Approved amendments to 2023‑2024 annual budget and appropriation ordinance (25 ayes to 0 nays)
• Approved rezoning A1 Agricultural to I1 Light Industrial in Manteno Township (voice vote)
• Approved rezoning A1 Agricultural/RE Rural Estate to RE with horse‑setback variance in Otto Township (voice vote)
• Approved rezoning I1 Light Industrial to RE Rural Estate in Otto Township (voice vote)
• Approved purchase of service agreement with SHOWBUS for rural public transportation (25 ayes to 0 nays)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider updates on the B. Harley Bradley House and the Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House landmarks, review a certificate of appropriateness, and discuss an intergovernmental agreement with the Village of St. Anne. They will also receive a survey update under the 2023 CLG Grant and approve minutes from February.

• Discussion of B. Harley Bradley House landmark
• Discussion of Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House landmark
• Certificate of Appropriateness review
• Intergovernmental Agreement for Village of St. Anne
• 2023 CLG Grant Survey Update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a continued variance request (Case#24-10) for a lot width reduction on a parcel in Pembroke Township. The petitioner is Lynn III LLC St. Anne Series, seeking relief from Section 121-99.e. The board will take public testimony and consider the request.

• Continued ZBA Case#24-10: Variance for lot width (121-99.e) on parcel in Section 11, Pembroke Township
• Petitioner: Lynn III LLC St. Anne Series (Michael Ferry, Manager)
• Public hearing scheduled for the variance request

Waterways Advisory Subcommittee

The subcommittee will initiate the Aroma Park Dredging Project. Members will also discuss equipment usage and evaluate project priorities, including those previously proposed by Mr. Johnson.

• Kick off of Aroma Park Dredging Project
• Discussion of equipment usage
• Review of Mr. Johnson's project priorities

The subcommittee voted to approve the amended by‑laws that add a new member to represent the Indiana Commission. It also approved a motion to create a mapping project for the Kankakee and Iroquois Rivers, including signage and QR codes. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved amended by‑laws adding new Indiana Commission representative (unanimously)
• Approved river‑mapping project for Kankakee & Iroquois Rivers (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss monthly claims, treasurer's and collector's reports, and budget amendments. New business includes authorizing the County Board Chairman to sign a collective bargaining agreement for FOP Corrections Officers for December 1, 2024 through November 30, 2027, a lighting upgrade, a recorder fee study and potential fee increase, and a Docufree agreement. The committee may also enter executive session for collective bargaining.

• Authorizing signing of FOP Corrections Officers collective bargaining agreement (December 1, 2024 – November 30, 2027)
• Lighting upgrade (no further details provided)
• Recorder fee study and fee increase
• Docufree agreement
• FY2024 General Fund & Special Fund budget amendments

The committee unanimously approved the collective bargaining agreement for the FOP Corrections Officers contract covering Dec 1 2024‑Nov 30 2027. It also approved the monthly claims, FY2024 budget amendments, a recorder fee increase to $82, and a Docufree digitization agreement. All motions passed with roll‑call votes of 10 ayes and 0 nays, except a few items approved by voice vote.

• Approved FOP Corrections Officers contract (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved monthly claims (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved FY2024 General Fund & Special Fund budget amendments (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved recorder fee increase to $82 (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Docufree agreement for record digitization (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved monthly resolutions for March 2025 (voice vote)
• Approved Treasury monthly resolutions (voice vote)

Regional Planning Commission

The Regional Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to present and discuss the 2050 KATS Long Range Transportation Plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, and old/new business.

• Public hearing on the 2050 KATS Long Range Transportation Plan, including presentation and public questions

Executive Committee

The Kankakee County Executive Committee will meet March 19 to consider authorizing the sale of real estate and a broker services agreement with Nugent Curtis Real Estate, LLC. The agenda also includes discussion of the 2025 Kankakee Food Ordinance Changes, monthly reports from departments, and several appointments to county boards and commissions. An executive session is scheduled to discuss the sale of real estate under state statute.

• Authorizing the County Board Chairman to sign an agreement for the sale of real estate
• Authorizing a broker services agreement with Nugent Curtis Real Estate, LLC
• Discussion of the 2025 Kankakee Food Ordinance Changes (Health Department)
• Appointments to the Public Building Commission, Housing Authority, and other boards
• Executive session to discuss the sale of real estate (55 ILCS 5/5-1005)

The Executive Committee approved two real estate actions: authorizing the County Board Chairman to sign an agreement for the sale of real estate, and authorizing him to execute a broker services agreement with Nugent Curtis Real Estate, LLC. Both passed unanimously by roll call vote of 12-0. The committee also approved 2025 food ordinance changes to align with the 2022 FDA food code, and accepted multiple department reports.

• Approved agreement for sale of real estate (12-0)
• Approved broker services agreement with Nugent Curtis Real Estate, LLC (12-0)
• Approved 2025 Kankakee Food Ordinance changes (voice vote)
• Accepted Health Department administrator's report (voice vote)
• Accepted Veterans Assistance Commission monthly report (voice vote)
• Accepted County Assessor's monthly report (voice vote)
• Accepted County Clerk's monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved combined appointments/reappointments to boards and commissions (voice vote)

Planning, Zoning & Agriculture

The Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee will consider four zoning changes and variances across Manteno, Otto, and Ganeer Townships. The body will also discuss the Stormwater/MS4 Program and several transportation grant applications and service agreements.

• ZBA Case#24-14: Rezoning from A1-Agricultural to I1-Light Industrial at Hemlock Drive, Manteno
• ZBA Case#25-01: Rezoning to RE-Rural Estate and setback variance at 2805 W 7000 S Road, Chebanse
• ZBA Case#25-02: Rezoning from I1-Light Industrial to RE-Rural Estate at 5382 S 2000 W Road, Chebanse
• ZBA Case#25-03: Rezoning from A1-Agriculture to RE-Rural Estate and accessory structure variance at 10078 E 1500 N Road, Momence
• FY2025 FTA Section 5311 and Illinois Downstate Operating Assistance Program applications

The Kankakee County Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee approved four rezoning requests, all recommended 6-0 by the ZBA, and authorized the county board chairman to execute FY2026 transit applications. The committee also approved the February 2025 building report and the combined minutes from February 18, 2025, and March 20, 2024. All votes were voice votes with no recorded opposition.

• Approved rezoning from A1 to I1 for Affordable Mini Storage at Hemlock Drive, Manteno (voice vote)
• Approved rezoning to RE and variance for horse setback at 2805 W 7000 S Road, Chebanse (voice vote)
• Approved rezoning from I1 to RE at 5382 S 2000 W Road, Chebanse (voice vote)
• Approved rezoning to RE and variance for accessory structures at 10078 E 1500 N Road, Momence (voice vote)
• Authorized county board chairman to execute FY2026 FTA Section 5311 and Downstate Operating Assistance applications (voice vote)
• Approved February 2025 building report with 38 permits and $14,866 revenue (voice vote)
• Approved combined minutes of February 18, 2025, and March 20, 2024 (voice vote)

Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee

The Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee will discuss a reimbursement agreement for pipeline improvements and review bids for covers and sealcoats. The meeting also includes updates on the Aroma Park Sediment Management Project and county building reports.

• NGPL Facility Adjustment & Reimbursement Agreement for pipeline improvements on CH 9 east of US 45 in Manteno
• Bidding for County 25-XX000-01-GM (Covers & Sealcoats)
• Aroma Park Sediment Management Project update
• Kankakee County Waterways Advisory Subcommittee update
• County Engineer’s pay estimates

The committee opened bids for County project 25-XX000-01-GM (Covers & Sealcoats) and approved Grosso Construction Co. as the lowest responsible bidder in a 13-0 roll call vote. They also approved pay estimates and a resolution for NGPL pipeline improvements on CH 9 east of US 45 in Manteno, both by 13-0 votes. Reports on buildings and facilities were approved by voice vote.

• Approved Grosso Construction Co. as lowest responsible bidder for covers and sealcoats (13-0)
• Approved county engineer pay estimates (13-0)
• Approved NGPL facility adjustment and reimbursement agreement for pipeline improvements on CH 9 (13-0)
• Approved combined minutes from previous meetings (voice vote)
• Approved buildings and facilities reports (voice vote)

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

This is a regular meeting of the Kankakee County Animal Welfare Advisory Committee. The agenda includes approval of February minutes, updates from Animal Control, and discussion items such as filling an open committee position, meeting facility needs, fundraising ideas, cooperative initiatives with the county shelter community, and an upcoming Animal Welfare Workshop with the State’s Attorney’s Office. No binding votes or new ordinances are scheduled; the meeting is primarily discussion and planning.

• Discussion on filling an open committee position
• Fundraising and support ideas for the Kankakee County Animal Control (KCAC)
• Cooperative initiatives for the county’s shelter community
• Animal Welfare Workshop with the State’s Attorney’s Office
• Focus and direction for the AWAC

The Kankakee County Animal Welfare Advisory Committee met on March 12, 2025, and unanimously approved the February 19, 2025, minutes. Administrator Kari Laird reported that a part-time kennel technician was hired for a full-time Animal Control Officer position, and interviews for the open part-time position will be held. The County Board approved a $6,000 per year contract with the Village of Manteno, and similar contracts were sent to Momence and Kankakee, though the Kankakee City Code Committee tabled the proposal. The committee discussed ongoing issues such as the shelter's heating problems, fundraising approval, and filling an open committee position.

• Approved February 19, 2025, meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Noted County Board approved $6,000/year contract with Village of Manteno for animal control services
• Acknowledged Kankakee City Code Committee tabled proposed $35,000 contract with City of Kankakee
• Discussed filling open AWAC committee position from animal shelter community (no action taken)
• Noted legal opinion allows KCAC to sponsor fundraisers; AWAC assistance to be explored

Criminal Justice Committee

The Criminal Justice Committee receives monthly reports from judicial, circuit clerk, state's attorney, public defender, probation, sheriff, animal control, and coroner offices for January and February 2025. No votes or new business are scheduled; the agenda consists of routine updates and approval of previous minutes.

• Chief Judge monthly update
• Circuit Clerk monthly reports for January and February
• State's Attorney grand jury reports and statistics for January and February
• Public Defender monthly reports for January and February
• Coroner monthly reports and receipts of money for January and February

The Criminal Justice Committee approved the January 15, 2025 minutes, the Circuit Clerk's January reports, combined Grand Jury reports, Public Defender's monthly report, Probation monthly report, Sheriff/EMA monthly report, Animal Control monthly reports, and combined Coroner reports, all by voice vote. Judge Cunnington reported approval of a $45,871 tech grant from the Administrative Office of Illinois Courts. Certificates of Appreciation were presented to Ed Pentuic (30 years) and Robert Gessner (40 years). No substantive policy decisions were made; all actions were routine approvals.

• Approved January 15, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Circuit Clerk's January monthly reports (voice vote)
• Approved combined Grand Jury and Grand Jury Statistics reports (voice vote)
• Approved Public Defender's monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Probation monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Sheriff/EMA monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Animal Control monthly reports (voice vote)
• Approved combined Coroner monthly reports and receipts (voice vote)

County Board

The County Board will vote on several resolutions, including a contract with Point of Difference Strategies, a zoning variance in Manteno Township, participation in the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network, and an intergovernmental agreement for animal control with the Village of Manteno. Routine reports, appointments, and committee updates will also be presented.

• Authorizing the County Board Chairman to sign an agreement with Point of Difference Strategies (consulting)
• ZBA Case#24-13: variance for off-street parking (industrial use) in Manteno Township
• Resolution to execute the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network (IPWMAN) agreement for county highways
• Intergovernmental agreement with the Village of Manteno for animal and rabies control services
• Appointments to Little Beaver Drainage District, Claussen Park Drainage District, and the Emergency Telephone System Board

The Kankakee County Board approved January 2025 claims, the consent agenda, and several resolutions including an agreement with Point of Difference Strategies, a zoning variance in Manteno Township, participation in the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network, and an intergovernmental agreement for animal control with the Village of Manteno. All votes passed unanimously with 23 ayes and 0 nays where roll call votes were taken. The meeting was largely routine, with no public commentary or substantive debate.

• Approved January 2025 claims (23-0)
• Approved consent agenda including appointments to drainage districts, Public Building Commission, and Emergency Telephone System Board (23-0)
• Approved agreement with Point of Difference Strategies (23-0)
• Approved ZBA case #24-13 variance for off-street parking in Manteno Township (voice vote)
• Approved participation in Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network (voice vote)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement for animal and rabies control with Village of Manteno (23-0)
• Approved minutes of last meeting (voice vote)
• Approved department reports (voice vote)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Kankakee County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two continued cases and four new cases involving rezoning and variance requests. The agenda includes a variance for lot width in Pembroke Township, a rezoning from agricultural to light industrial in Manteno Township, and multiple rezoning and variance requests in Otto, Ganeer, and other townships.

• Continued Case #24-10: Variance for lot width in Section 11, Pembroke Township (petitioner: Lynn III LLC St. Anne Series)
• Continued Case #24-14: Rezoning from A1-Agricultural to I1-Light Industrial on Hemlock Drive, Manteno Township (petitioner: Affordable Mini Storage – Manteno LLC)
• New Case #25-01: Rezoning from A1/RE to RE and variance for horse setback at 2805 W 7000 S Road, Chebanse (petitioners: Scott & Amy Zabel)
• New Case #25-03: Rezoning from A1 to RE and variance for accessory structures at 10078 E 1500 N Road, Momence (petitioner: Brent F. Havener)

Regional Planning Commission

The Kankakee County Regional Planning Commission will hold a plenary session to continue discussion on the Long Range Transportation Plan. The meeting includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Continued discussion and plenary session on the Long Range Transportation Plan
• Public comment period with a 15-minute total limit
• Approval of minutes from January 23, 2025
• Next scheduled meeting: April 17, 2025

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review monthly claims, treasurer and collector reports, and cash flow updates. Members will discuss the draft FY24 year-end update and grants.

• Authorization for Chairman to sign agreement with Point of Difference Strategies
• Review of Monthly Claims
• County Treasurer’s and Collector’s reports for January 2024
• Draft FY24 Year-End Update and Grant discussion
• Cash flow update

The Finance Committee authorized the Chairman to sign a lobbying agreement with Point of Difference Strategies, introduced by Mr. Alexander-Hildebrand and the Sheriff. The committee also approved monthly claims from the Auditor's office and combined reports from the Treasurer's office. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 9:36 a.m.

• Authorized Chairman to sign agreement with Point of Difference Strategies (10-0)
• Approved Auditor's monthly claims (9-0)
• Approved Treasurer's and Collector's reports and February resolutions (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from January 23, 2025 (voice vote)
• Allowed Mr. Swanson and Mr. Marion to attend via Zoom (voice vote)

Animal Welfare Advisory Committee

The Animal Welfare Advisory Committee will discuss filling a vacant committee position, meeting the needs of the Kankakee County Animal Control (KCAC), fundraising ideas, cooperative initiatives with the County's Shelter Community, and an Animal Welfare Workshop with the State's Attorney's Office. They will also approve minutes from November 2024 and receive updates from the Animal Control Director. No votes on ordinances or contracts are expected.

• Discussion on filling open committee position
• Discussion on meeting the needs of KCAC
• Fundraising and support ideas for KCAC
• Cooperative initiatives for the County's Shelter Community
• Animal Welfare Workshop with the State's Attorney's Office

The Kankakee County Animal Welfare Advisory Committee met on February 19, 2025, and unanimously approved the minutes from the November 13, 2024, meeting. Administrator Kari Laird reported that a contract with the Village of Manteno has been approved, and contracts are in place with several other villages. The committee discussed ongoing needs, fundraising, and filling an open board position, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Noted Manteno contract approved; contracts sent to Kankakee and Momence for action

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to receive monthly reports from the Health Department, Information Services, and other county offices, consider several appointments to local boards and drainage districts, and discuss new business including an intergovernmental agreement for animal and rabies control services and compliance with the Decennial Committee Reports on Local Government Efficiency Act for Bourbonnais Township and Road District.

• Appointment of Richard Lottinville and David Hoekstra to the Little Beaver Drainage District
• Appointment of Andrew DeGroot to the Clausen Drainage District
• Appointment of Craig Long to the Kankakee County Public Building Commission
• Interview and appointment/reappointment to the Emergency Telephone System Board (911)
• Intergovernmental Agreement for Animal & Rabies Control Services

The Kankakee County Executive Committee approved an intergovernmental agreement for animal and rabies control services by a 13-0 roll call vote. Members also approved multiple appointments to local boards and districts, accepted departmental reports, and filed a compliance report from Bourbonnais Township & Road District. No public comment was received.

• Approved intergovernmental agreement for animal & rabies control services (13-0)
• Approved appointments to Little Beaver Drainage District, Clausen Drainage District, Public Building Commission, and 911 board
• Accepted Health Department administrator's report and filed it
• Approved minutes of January 22, 2025
• Accepted Veterans Assistance Commission monthly report
• Approved County Assessor's monthly report
• Approved County Clerk's monthly report
• Filed Bourbonnais Township & Road District compliance report

Planning, Zoning & Agriculture

The Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee will hear a zoning variance request (ZBA#24-13) for off-street parking at an industrial site in Manteno Township. Members will also review the January 2025 building report, discuss the stormwater/MS4 program, and consider a Rural Transit purchase of service agreement. The meeting begins with public comment and approval of the January 21, 2025 minutes.

• ZBA Case#24-13: Variance request (121-294.b.10.f.8) for off-street parking at an industrial parcel in Section 23, Manteno Township; petitioners: Van Drunen Land Holdings LLC & Piggush Engineering, Inc.
• Building report for January 2025
• Stormwater/MS4 Program discussion
• Rural Transit Purchase of Service Agreement
• Approval of minutes from January 21, 2025

The committee approved ZBA Case #24-13, a variance for off-street parking for industrial use on a parcel in Manteno Township, as recommended 4-0 by the ZBA. They also approved the January 2025 building report and the minutes of the January 21, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the rural transit purchase agreement was discussed but not voted on.

• Approved ZBA Case #24-13 variance for off-street parking (voice vote)
• Approved January 2025 building report (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of January 21, 2025 (voice vote)

Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee

The Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee will review biddings for aggregate, culverts, and specific projects in Norton, Pembroke, and Pilot. The body will consider a resolution to join the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network (IPWMAN).

• Biddings for FOB Aggregate and FOB Culverts
• Biddings for Norton 25-09000-00-GM, Pembroke 25-11000-00-GM, and Pilot 25-12000-00-GM
• Resolution to execute the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network (IPWMAN) Agreement
• Aroma Park Sediment Management Project update
• Kankakee County Waterways Advisory Subcommittee update

The committee approved the lowest responsible bidders for five road and culvert projects, including FOB aggregate and culverts, and projects in Norton, Pembroke, and Pilot, with a unanimous roll call vote of 11-0. They also approved county engineer pay estimates and a resolution to reauthorize participation in the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network (IPWMAN). The Aroma Park sediment management project contract has been executed and the contractor given notice to proceed.

• Approved lowest responsible bidders for five road/culvert projects (11-0)
• Approved county engineer pay estimates (11-0)
• Approved resolution reauthorizing IPWMAN participation (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of January 16, 2025 (voice vote)
• Amended agenda to move Buildings before Biddings and Lettings (voice vote)
• Approved Buildings reports (Facility Dude, financial, building) (voice vote)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to address state exemption applications and certificates of error. The meeting also includes time for public comment and general business.

• State Exemption Applications
• Certificates of Error

County Board

The Kankakee County Board will consider the appointment of Patricia High as Regional Superintendent of Schools for Iroquois and Kankakee Counties, replacing Frank Petkunas who resigned. The board will also vote on a property tax abatement for tax year 2024 and an amended levy request. Routine reports, surplus equipment declarations, and appointments to various boards and drainage districts are on the consent agenda.

• Appointment of Patricia High as Regional Superintendent of Schools for Iroquois and Kankakee Counties
• Property Tax Abatement for Tax Year 2024 Payable in Tax Year 2025
• Amended Tax Year 2024 Levy Request
• ZBA Case#24-12: Special Use Permit for a Bed & Breakfast in R-1 Residential District in Aroma Township
• Resolution authorizing engineering agreement with Gonzales Companies, LLC for bridge replacements on County Highway 16 in Manteno and Sumner Townships

The Kankakee County Board approved an amended tax year 2024 levy request and a property tax abatement for tax year 2024, both by unanimous roll call votes. The board also accepted the resignation of the Regional Superintendent of Schools and appointed Dr. Patricia High to the position. Several other resolutions were approved, including a special use permit for a bed and breakfast, a solar inspection service agreement with the Village of Buckingham, and bridge design contracts.

• Approved amended tax year 2024 levy request (24-0)
• Approved property tax abatement for tax year 2024 (24-0)
• Accepted resignation of Frank Petkunas as Regional Superintendent of Schools (voice vote)
• Appointed Dr. Patricia High as Regional Superintendent of Schools (voice vote)
• Approved special use permit for bed and breakfast in Aroma Township (voice vote)
• Approved solar inspection service agreement with Village of Buckingham (24-0)
• Approved bridge design contracts for County Highway 16 (24-0)
• Approved consent agenda including surplus declarations and appointments (24-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Kankakee County Board of Review is meeting on February 11, 2025, but the agenda contains only routine procedural items: public comment, state exemption applications, certificates of error, new business, old business, and adjournment. No specific cases, dollar amounts, or public hearings are identified. The meeting appears to be administrative in nature.

• Public comment period open
• State exemption applications to be considered
• Certificates of error to be reviewed
• New business and old business discussion
• No specific zoning or tax appeal cases listed

Waterways Advisory Subcommittee

The Waterways Advisory Subcommittee voted unanimously to recommend that the County Board create an additional At-Large seat so both candidates can join. They also approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed river mapping, equipment delivery, erosion concerns, and the Aroma Park boat ramp maintenance plan.

• Approved minutes of last meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended adding an At-Large seat to County Board (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:35 am (voice vote)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Kankakee County Historic Preservation Commission will consider landmarks including the B. Harley Bradley House and Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House, review a Certificate of Appropriateness, and receive an update on the 2023 CLG Grant survey. The meeting also includes an intergovernmental agreement for the Village of St. Anne and an annual report from Commissioner Jane Johnson.

• Discussion of B. Harley Bradley House and Lorenzo and Hazel Smith House as landmarks
• Certificate of Appropriateness review
• Intergovernmental Agreement for Village of St. Anne
• 2023 CLG Grant survey update
• Annual report by Jane Johnson

Finance Committee

The Kankakee County Finance Committee will meet to review monthly claims, the treasurer's and collector's reports, and discuss financial reports including a cash flow update. The committee will also consider a property tax abatement for Tax Year 2024.

• Approval of minutes from December 2 and December 18, 2024
• Auditor's monthly claims review
• Treasurer's report and collector's report for December 2024
• Monthly resolutions for January from the Treasurer's Office
• Discussion of Tax Year 2024 Property Tax Abatement

The Finance Committee approved the auditor's monthly claims and the Tax Year 2024 property tax abatement, both by unanimous roll call votes of 10-0. The committee also approved the combined minutes from December 10 and 18, 2025, and the treasurer's reports for December 2024, along with monthly resolutions for January. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 9:16 a.m.

• Approved auditor's monthly claims (10-0)
• Approved Tax Year 2024 property tax abatement (10-0)
• Approved combined minutes of December 10 and 18, 2025 (voice vote)
• Approved treasurer's report for December 2024 and monthly resolutions for January (voice vote)

Regional Planning Commission

The Kankakee County Regional Planning Commission will continue its discussion on the Long Range Transportation Plan, a plenary session ongoing from previous meetings. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes from December 19, 2024, public comment, and setting the next meeting date.

• Discussion and plenary session continuation of the Long Range Transportation Plan
• Approval of minutes from December 19, 2024
• Public comment limited to 15 minutes total with limited seating in the conference room
• Next scheduled meeting set for February 20, 2025

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will meet to receive monthly reports from county departments and administrators. The body is considering several appointments to the Little Beaver Drainage District and the Kankakee Waterways Advisory Subcommittee.

• Appointment of Scott DeYoung to the Little Beaver Drainage District
• Appointments of David Skelly, Todd Huntley, and Frank Koehler to the Kankakee Waterways Advisory Subcommittee
• Review of openings for the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee and Historic Preservation Commission
• Review of openings for the Board of Health and Emergency Telephone System Board (911)
• Review of openings for several drainage districts including Claussen Park, Exline Creek, Gar Creek, Little Beaver, and Manteno District No. 9

The Executive Committee approved appointments to the Little Beaver Drainage District and Kankakee Waterways Advisory Subcommittee, and accepted monthly reports from the Assessor, Clerk, Recorder, and Veterans Assistance Commission. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational with department updates.

• Approved appointments to Little Beaver Drainage District and Kankakee Waterways Advisory Subcommittee (voice vote)
• Accepted and filed Veterans Assistance Commission monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved and filed County Assessor's monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved and filed County Clerk's monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved and filed Recorder's monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of December 18, 2024 (voice vote)

Planning, Zoning & Agriculture

The Planning, Zoning & Agriculture Committee will hear a request for a Special Use Permit for a bed-and-breakfast in an R1 residential district in Aroma Township. The committee will also review a service agreement with the Village of Buckingham for plan review and inspections, and receive a December building report and stormwater discussion.

• ZBA Case#24-12: Special Use Permit#2 (Bed & Breakfast) in R1 district, Aroma Township, petitioners Joanne & Nathan Frogge
• Service agreement with Village of Buckingham for plan review and inspections
• Building Report for December 2024
• Stormwater/MS4 Program Discussion

The committee approved a special use permit for a bed-and-brefast in Aroma Township, recommended 6-0 by the ZBA with eight conditions. They also approved a service agreement with the Village of Buckingham for plan review and inspections of residential solar facilities. The December building report was approved, and the committee discussed potential revenue from short-term rentals.

• Approved ZBA Case #24-12 special use permit for bed-and-breakfast in Aroma Township (voice vote)
• Approved service agreement with Village of Buckingham for plan review and inspections (10-0)
• Approved December 2024 building report (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of December 17, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee

The Highways, Waterways & Buildings Committee will consider resolutions to declare highway equipment as surplus, authorize an engineering agreement with Gonzales Companies LLC for two bridge replacements on County Highway 16 (Manteno and Sumner Townships), and receive updates on the Aroma Park Sediment Management Project and the Waterways Advisory Subcommittee. Also on the agenda are building reports and surplus office equipment/vehicle declarations.

• Resolution to authorize engineering agreement with Gonzales Companies LLC for design of two bridge replacements on County Highway 16, appropriating County Bridge Funds
• Resolution declaring highway department equipment as surplus property
• Declaration of surplus office equipment and a vehicle from the Buildings department
• Aroma Park Sediment Management Project update from Waterways
• River Equipment Storage discussion under Other Business

The Kankakee County Highways, Waterways, & Buildings Committee approved several items, including the annual Illinois Highway Code maintenance resolution, a declaration of surplus highway equipment, and a resolution authorizing an engineering agreement with Gonzales Companies, LLC for designing two bridge replacements on County Highway 16. Pay estimates were also approved unanimously. The committee also approved surplus office equipment and a vehicle, and received updates on river equipment storage and the Aroma Park sediment management project.

• Approved county engineer pay estimates (12-0)
• Approved resolution for maintenance under Illinois Highway Code (13-0)
• Approved declaration of highway department equipment as surplus (voice vote)
• Approved engineering agreement with Gonzales Companies, LLC for two bridge replacements on County Highway 16 (13-0)
• Approved building reports (voice vote)
• Approved declaration of surplus office equipment and a vehicle (voice vote)

Criminal Justice Committee

The Criminal Justice Committee will receive monthly reports from the judicial, circuit clerk, state's attorney, public defender, probation, sheriff, animal control, and coroner's offices. The probation department also seeks approval to declare a vehicle surplus. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Probation Department requests approval to declare a surplus vehicle
• State's Attorney's Office presents Grand Jury Report and statistics
• Coroner's Office reports monthly receipts of money
• Approval of minutes from December 11, 2024 meeting

The Criminal Justice Committee approved routine monthly reports from the Circuit Clerk, State's Attorney, Public Defender, Probation, Sheriff/EMA, Animal Control, and Coroner offices, all by voice vote. They also approved declaring a 2008 Impala as surplus for auction. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved minutes from December 11, 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved Circuit Clerk's monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved State's Attorney's grand jury reports (voice vote)
• Approved Public Defender's monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Probation's monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved declaration of 2008 Impala as surplus (voice vote)
• Approved Sheriff/EMA monthly report (voice vote)
• Approved Animal Control monthly report (voice vote)

County Board

The County Board will meet to review department reports and a presentation from the Economic Alliance. The body is deciding on several board appointments and a zoning variance in Pembroke Township.

• ZBA Case#24-09: Variance for driveway spacing and intervals in Section 06 of Pembroke Township
• Amendment of Resolution 2023-09-12-206 to $480,600
• Appointment of Ryan Marion to the Regional Planning Commission and Economic Alliance Board
• Declaration of surplus furniture for Courts
• Resolution to designate the Board Chairman as the authority to enter contracts with the State of Illinois

The Kankakee County Board approved all items on the agenda, including November 2024 claims, the consent agenda, and several resolutions. All roll call votes passed unanimously with 26 ayes and 0 nays. The board also approved a variance in Pembroke Township and designated the Board Chairman to enter into contracts with the State of Illinois.

• Approved November 2024 claims (26-0)
• Approved consent agenda including surplus furniture declaration and appointments (26-0)
• Amended Resolution 2023-09-12-206 to $480,600 (26-0)
• Approved ZBA Case#24-09 variance in Pembroke Township (voice vote)
• Authorized Board Chairman to enter into contracts with State of Illinois (26-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Kankakee County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on three cases: a continued variance request for lot width in Pembroke Township, a new special use permit for a bed & breakfast in Aroma Township, and a new variance for off-street parking for industrial use in Manteno Township. The board will also conduct old and new business.

• Continued Case: ZBA Case#24-10 – Variance 121-99.e (Lot Width) on a parcel in Section 11 of Pembroke Township, petitioner Lynn III LLC St. Anne Series.
• New Case: ZBA Case#24-12 – Special Use Permit#2 (Bed & Breakfast) in R1-Single Family Residential District, Section 06 of Aroma Township, petitioners Joanne & Nathan Frogge.
• New Case: ZBA Case#24-13 – Variance 121-294.b.10.f.8 (Off-Street Parking for Industrial Use) in Section 23 of Manteno Township, petitioner Van Drunen Land Holdings LLC.

GIS Committee

The Kankakee County GIS Committee will hear routine project updates on the hydrographic/bathymetric survey, 2025 orthophotography, GIS server upgrades, and sidewalk planimetric mapping. No votes or new business are listed; the meeting consists of call to order, public comment, minutes approval, and scheduled future dates.

• Hydrographic/Bathymetric Project update
• 2025 Orthophotography Project update
• GIS Server Upgrades update
• Sidewalk Planimetric Update
• Approval of October 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Kankakee County GIS Committee met on January 10, 2025, and unanimously approved the minutes from October 11, 2024. No public comment was made. Project updates were discussed, including the nearing completion of the hydrographic survey, the upcoming 2025 Ortho Image Project pilot flight in March, and the ongoing GIS server upgrade with cadastral data migration. No formal decisions were made on these projects; staff will consider options for data publication and potential fee adjustments.

• Approved minutes from October 11, 2024 (unanimous)
• Discussed hydrographic survey data publication options (no decision)
• Noted 2025 Ortho Image Project pilot flight scheduled for March
• Reported cadastral data migration to new GIS server completed
• Considered cost study for fee adjustments (no decision)