Kane County, IL

KC Legislative Committee

The KC Legislative Committee will meet to discuss the county's legislative agenda for FY2027-2028. The body will also consider resolutions regarding the Illinois Child Abuse Notice Act and a street designation in Aurora.

• Resolution adopting the Kane County Legislative Agenda for FY2027-2028
• Resolution supporting the Illinois Child Abuse Notice Act
• Resolution to designate 'Senator Linda Holmes Ave' at Farnsworth Avenue and Fifth Avenue in Aurora
• Travel requests for Michelle Gumz to attend NACo February and July conferences
• Census Comments Kane County Docket

KC Public Health Committee

The KC Public Health Committee will review monthly reports for finance and animal control. The body is considering resolutions for a new electronic health record agreement and professional services for office renovations.

• Resolution to enter into an agreement with Patagonia Health for Electronic Health Record (RFP 25-030-TK)
• Resolution for a professional services proposal with Wight and Company for the Elgin Satellite Health Department Office Renovation
• Low-Cost Clinic Presentation by Animal Control
• Monthly reports for Finance/Budget and Animal Control

KC Agriculture Committee

The KC Agriculture Committee will meet to receive updates from agricultural partners and consultants. The body is scheduled to consider a resolution regarding the Kenyon Legacy Farm.

• Resolution: Kenyon Legacy Farm
• Presentation on Agriculture as a Driver for Economic Development by Ellen Kamps
• Harvest Update by Janice Hill
• Farmland Protection Program updates by Dylan Kanner
• Updates from Kane County Farm Bureau, Kane-DuPage Soil and Water Conservation District, and Northern Illinois Food Bank

KC AD HOC Riverboat Grant Committee

The KC AD HOC Riverboat Grant Committee will discuss the County Board's commitment to an economic development organization. The body will consider a resolution to authorize an investment in the Kane County Economic Development Corporation (KCEDC) for 2027 using Fund 400.

• Resolution authorizing investment in the Kane County Economic Development Corporation (KCEDC) for 2027
• Proposed adjustments to the FY2027 Budget
• Discussion of Kane County Board’s commitment to an Economic Development Organization (EDO)

KC Public Service Committee

The committee will meet to receive monthly reports from various county offices. The agenda consists of routine departmental updates and procedural items.

• Finance monthly report
• Recorder monthly report
• Treasurer / Collector monthly report
• Supervisor of Assessments monthly report
• County Clerk monthly report

KC Committee of the Whole

KC County Development Committee

The KC County Development Committee will review zoning petitions and a resolution regarding a solar consultant. The body is also considering an ordinance to designate the Welsh Settlement House as a Kane County Historic Landmark.

• Ordinance to designate Welsh Settlement House as a Kane County Historic Landmark
• Resolution ratifying an Emergency Purchase Affidavit for a Solar Consultant
• Zoning Petition # 4692: J.A.X.S. CORPORATION dba Sure Green Landscape Supply & Firewood Unlimited
• Zoning Petition # 4693: TNT Howard LLC

KC Transportation Committee

The committee will consider several intergovernmental agreements for road improvements and jurisdictional transfers. Members will also vote on fuel procurement and equipment purchases for the Division of Transportation.

• Intergovernmental Agreement for Plank Road construction from Romke Road to Brier Hill Road
• Jurisdictional Transfer Agreement with Village of Campton Hills for LaFox Road County Highway 81
• Contract renewal for gasoline and diesel fuel (BID# 25-026-TL)
• Purchase of three body and equipment packages for tandem axle truck cab & chassis
• Acquisition of real property for Fabyan Parkway intersection improvements at Settlers Hill and Kingsland Drive

KC Energy and Environmental Committee

The KC Energy and Environmental Committee is reviewing resolutions for recycling center operations and staffing. The body will also discuss a contract for bus advertising to promote curbside recycling and receive updates on the Climate Action Plan.

• Resolution for advertising contract with Intersection Media, LLC on Suburban Pace Bus Routes
• Resolution for agreement with Village of West Dundee and EWorks Electronics Services, Inc. for 2027 recycling center operations
• Resolution for third extension to Professional Service Agreement for 2027 recycling center staffing and operations
• Recycling program update regarding Consumer Electronics Recycling Act and Fabyan Improvements
• Updates on the Batavia Green Program and Climate Action Plan Tracker

KC Jobs Committee

The KC Jobs Committee will discuss 2026 goals and receive an update from the Kane County Economic Development Corporation. The body is considering resolutions to authorize 2027 investments and a funding agreement for economic development purposes.

• Resolution authorizing 2027 investment in the Kane County Economic Development Corporation from Fund 400
• Resolution authorizing a funding agreement between Kane County and the Kane County Economic Development Corporation
• Update from Michael Cassa, CEO of the Kane County Economic Development Corporation
• Discussion of 2026 Committee Goals including the Economic Development Strategic Plan and ARPA projects

KC Judicial/Public Safety Committee

The KC Judicial/Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports from county safety agencies. The body is considering resolutions to establish a joint emergency management system and a police service agreement with DuPage County.

• Resolution to create the Kane County Joint Emergency Management System (JEMS) and approve bylaws
• Resolution for an Intergovernmental Police Service Assistance Agreement between Kane County Sheriff’s Office and DuPage County
• Resolution for an agreement between the Juvenile Justice Center and Greater Family Health for youth dental services
• Budget impact reports regarding the Pretrial Fairness Act for the Sheriff and Public Defender's Office
• FY26 Budget Projected Performance Report for the State's Attorney

KC Legal Affairs and Claims

KC Administration Committee

The KC Administration Committee will review budget forecasts and several infrastructure projects. The body is considering resolutions for capital fund projects, software licensing, and vehicle purchases.

• Resolution to authorize updated capital projects from the Capital Fund
• Resolution for Microsoft Enterprise Software Licensing and Software Assurance (Agreement #25-448DOIT-TELEC-P-80070)
• Resolution to purchase three 2027 Tandem Axle Truck Cab and Chassis for the Division of Transportation
• Presentation on proposed multi-use path and sidewalk at the Judicial Center Campus
• Presentation on Amasa White House Stabilization Project

KC Human Services Committee

The KC Human Services Committee will review monthly financial and staffing reports. The body is considering resolutions to authorize a healthcare provider and extend a claims administrator contract. The meeting includes votes on commercial insurance payments for FY2027 and drone coverage for the Sheriff's Office.

• Resolution to authorize Magellan Healthcare, Inc. as Employee Assistance Plan Provider for 2027
• Resolution to extend contract for Workers Compensation and Liability Claims Third Party Administrator
• Resolution for FY2027 commercial insurance payments including auto, property, and liability
• Resolution for FY2026-FY2027 commercial aviation insurance for Sheriff’s Office drone operations

Forest Preserve District Commission

The Forest Preserve District Commission will meet to approve the estimated budget for Fiscal Year 2027-2028 to set the 2026 tax levy. The body will also consider several infrastructure bids and an intergovernmental easement agreement.

• Resolution FP-R-26-10-3259: FY 2027-2028 Estimated Budget for 2026 Tax Levy
• Resolution FP-R-26-10-3256: Bid for Culver Forest Preserve parking lot resurfacing in Aurora, IL
• Resolution FP-R-26-10-3257: Bid for Fabyan Villa Museum roof replacement at Fabyan Forest Preserve
• Resolution FP-R-26-10-3258: Bid for Burlington Prairie parking lot improvements and LeRoy Oakes pavement deconstruction
• Resolution FP-R-26-10-3254: Intergovernmental Easement Agreement with Fox Valley Park District

County Board

The County Board will consider a large consent agenda including multiple agricultural conservation easements and various construction contracts. The board is also scheduled to review three zoning petitions and a settlement approval following an executive session.

• Agricultural conservation easements for properties in Big Rock, Virgil, and Kaneville Townships
• Ordinance 26-462 amending the fee schedule for stormwater permits
• Ordinance 26-467 authorizing a 0.2% cost-of-living wage increase for non-union employees
• Construction contracts for the Randall Road at Claude Hanson Bridge and Kirk Road at Douglas Road projects
• Zoning petitions from American Tower, Roadside Farms 1921 LLC, and Catfish Renewable Energy LLC

KC Judicial and Public Safety Technology Commission

The KC Judicial and Public Safety Technology Commission will review budget reports and discuss the FY2027 budget. The body is also considering the formation of a Special Committee on CMS Budget Funding.

• Odyssey CMS/Axon Report
• FY2026 YTD Budget Report
• FY2027 Budget discussion
• Proposed formation of Special Committee on CMS Budget Funding

Forest Preserve District Executive Committee

The Kane County Forest Preserve District Executive Committee meets Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 8:30 AM at 1996 S. Kirk Rd., Suite 320, Geneva, IL. The committee will consider a consent agenda covering payments, an easement agreement, several bids for maintenance and construction work, and the Fiscal Year 2027-2028 estimated budget for establishing the 2026 tax levy. It will also hear public comment, review August 2026 minutes and bills, and may enter closed session to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel.

• TMP-26-1253: Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2027-2028 estimated budget to establish the 2026 tax levy
• TMP-26-1227: Intergovernmental easement agreement between the Forest Preserve District of Kane County and the Fox Valley Park District
• TMP-26-1205: Bid for resurfacing the Culver Forest Preserve parking lot in Aurora, IL
• TMP-26-1214: Bid for Fabyan Villa Museum roof replacement at Fabyan Forest Preserve
• TMP-26-1237: Bid for parking lot improvements at Burlington Prairie Forest Preserve and pavement deconstruction at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve

KC Executive Committee

The Kane County Executive Committee meets Oct. 7, 2026 to review a preliminary County Board agenda and monthly financials. Members will consider a large consent agenda covering capital projects, agricultural conservation easements, transportation contracts, and several grant acceptances. They will also weigh a Fiscal Year 2027 0.2% cost-of-living wage increase for non-union employees and related budget adjustments. Most items are resolutions and ordinances being forwarded for County Board action, not final decisions by this committee.

• Ordinance authorizing a FY2027 0.2% cost-of-living wage increase for non-union employees and FY2027 budget amendments
• Eight resolutions authorizing agricultural conservation easements in Big Rock, Virgil, and Kaneville townships
• Ordinance amending stormwater permit fees (Ordinance No. 25-349)
• Resolution re-programming $40,000 from Community Mental Health Funding Bridge ARPA to a drainage cost-share project and Hampshire Township Road District agreement
• Transportation contracts including Randall Road at Claude Hanson Bridge joint replacement and Kirk Road at Douglas Road traffic signal work

County Board

The Kane County Board is holding a special meeting on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM in the County Board Room at the Government Center in Geneva. The single substantive item is Resolution 26-448, which would authorize a public censure of Chairwoman Corinne Pierog for actions involving a confidential matter. The agenda does not include the resolution text, so the specific actions and any details of the confidential matter are not established by this document. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, public comment, and an executive session.

• Resolution 26-448: public censure of Chairwoman Corinne Pierog over a confidential matter (text not attached)
• Special meeting called for 4:00 PM on September 29, 2026
• Executive session listed before open session
• No minutes up for approval
• Adjournment set for Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Forest Preserve District, Planning and Utilization Committee

The Planning and Utilization Committee will consider approving bids for herbicide control of woody resprouts, a roof replacement at Fabyan Villa Museum, and parking lot resurfacing or improvements at three forest preserves. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and a closed session to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel.

• Bid for herbicide control of woody resprouts at various preserves (TMP-26-1204)
• Bid for Fabyan Villa Museum roof replacement at Fabyan Forest Preserve (TMP-26-1214)
• Bid for resurfacing Culver Forest Preserve parking lot in Aurora, IL (TMP-26-1205)
• Bid for parking lot improvements at Burlington Prairie Forest Preserve and pavement deconstruction at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve (TMP-26-1237)
• Closed session on land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel

Forest Preserve District, Land Acquisition Committee

The Land Acquisition Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and enter closed session to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel. The main action item is a resolution approving an intergovernmental easement agreement between the Forest Preserve District and the Fox Valley Park District.

• Resolution TMP-26-1227 approving an intergovernmental easement agreement with the Fox Valley Park District
• Closed session on land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel
• Public comment period with three-minute speaker limit
• Approval of minutes from August 27, 2026 meeting

KC Labor Management Committee

The Kane County Labor Management Committee is meeting to handle routine procedural items, including approving the minutes from June 23, 2026, and hearing public comment. The main substantive item is an executive session to discuss collective bargaining agreements for Corrections and Court Security Sergeants. No decisions are listed on the agenda for open session.

• Executive session on collective bargaining agreements for Corrections and Court Security Sergeants
• Approval of minutes from June 23, 2026
• Public comment period
• Remote attendance requests

KC Legislative Committee

KC American Rescue Plan Committee

Forest Preserve, Finance and Administration Committee

The Kane County Forest Preserve Finance and Administration Committee will discuss the tax levy for fiscal year 2027-2028, approve a payment for a truck tariff surcharge, and review closed session minutes. The meeting also includes public comment and a closed session on land acquisition, licenses, litigation, and personnel.

• Presentation and discussion of the Tax Levy for Fiscal Year 2027-2028
• Resolution approving payment to Rush Truck Center for a tariff surcharge on a 2026 International HV607
• Review and release of closed session minutes
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel

KC Committee of the Whole

KC Public Service Committee

The Kane County Public Service Committee is meeting to receive monthly reports from several county departments, including Finance, Recorder, Treasurer/Collector, Supervisor of Assessments, Veteran's Assistance Commission, and County Clerk. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed. The committee will also consider approval of the August 20, 2026 minutes and hear public comment.

• Monthly report from Finance
• Monthly report from Recorder
• Monthly report from Treasurer/Collector
• Monthly report from Supervisor of Assessments
• Monthly report from Veteran's Assistance Commission

KC Agriculture Committee

The Kane County Agriculture Committee will consider eight resolutions authorizing the expenditure of funds and execution of agricultural conservation easement deeds for properties in Big Rock, Virgil, and Kaneville townships, as part of the county's Farmland Protection Program. The committee will also hear updates from partner organizations, including the Kane County Farm Bureau, the Kane-DuPage Soil and Water Conservation District, and the Northern Illinois Food Bank, and review its 2026 goals.

• Resolution for Big Rock Township properties (PINs 13-05-200-007, 13-05-200-009)
• Resolution for Big Rock Township properties (PINs 13-06-200-011, 13-06-100-002)
• Resolution for Big Rock Township properties (PINs 13-03-200-010, 13-03-200-012, 13-03-200-018)
• Resolution for Virgil Township property (PIN 07-22-100-006)
• Resolution for Kaneville Township property (PIN 10-32-400-001)

KC Legislative Committee

KC Public Health Committee

The Kane County Public Health Committee is meeting to approve minutes from July and August 2026, hear public comment, and receive monthly reports on finance/budget, animal control, and health department updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from July 22, 2026 and August 19, 2026
• Monthly finance/budget report
• Monthly animal control report by Brett Youngsteadt
• KCHD updates by Executive Director Michael Isaacson

The Kane County Public Health Committee approved meeting notes from July and August by unanimous consent. Members reviewed monthly reports from Animal Control and the Health Department, including data on pet tags, measles cases, and rabies. The committee requested further information on a proposed low-cost spay/neuter clinic for the next meeting.

• Approved July 22 and August 19 meeting notes by unanimous consent
• Approved reports placed on file by unanimous consent
• Adjourned meeting by voice vote
• Requested more information on KCAC low-cost clinic for next month

KC Transportation Committee

The Kane County Transportation Committee will consider several resolutions authorizing contracts and expenditures for transportation projects, including bridge work, traffic signal installation, and transit services. The agenda also includes routine reports on maintenance, planning, permitting, and traffic operations. Most items are approvals of specific contracts and agreements.

• Supplemental motor fuel tax expenditure for Muirhead Road bridge engineering over Canadian National Railroad
• Purchase of three 2027 tandem axle truck cab and chassis
• Three-year contract with Samsara for GPS and dash cameras
• Amended agreement with NV5 Geospatial for GIS services
• Construction contracts for Randall Road bridge joint replacement and Kirk Road traffic signal project

The committee approved the August 18 minutes and moved multiple resolutions forward to the KC Executive and Administration committees. These include contracts for bridge work, intersection improvements, and vehicle procurement. No final approvals were granted by the committee for the proposed contracts.

• Approved August 18, 2026 minutes (Unanimous)
• Moved $324,151 Muirhead Road engineering funding to KC Executive Committee
• Moved purchase of three 2027 truck cabs for $498,258.33 to KC Administration Committee
• Moved $136,487.65 Samsara GPS and dash camera contract to KC Executive Committee
• Moved $4M IL-47 Planning and Environmental Linkages Study to KC Executive Committee
• Moved $1,124,200 Randall Road bridge joint replacement contract to KC Executive Committee
• Moved $1,717,216.88 Kirk Road at Douglas Road intersection contract to KC Executive Committee
• Moved Ride in Kane Program technical services agreement to KC Executive Committee

KC County Development Committee

The Kane County Development Committee will review monthly reports, zoning petitions, and a proposed stormwater fee schedule amendment. It will also consider a budget adjustment transferring funds from the Elgin Community Development Block Grant fund. The agenda includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Zoning petitions: #4691 American Tower, #4687 Roadside Farms 1921 LLC, #4690 Catfish Renewable Energy LLC
• Ordinance amending stormwater permit fee schedule (Ordinance No. 25-349)
• Resolution for budget adjustment transferring funds from Elgin CDBG Fund #401
• Preliminary plat for BDP Subdivision and variance for Lot 6 Pine View Subdivision
• Monthly financial reports and department reports

The committee moved three zoning petitions for a cell tower, residential rezoning, and a solar facility forward to the County Board. It also approved a preliminary plat for a two-lot subdivision and a setback variance for a garage. A resolution to transfer $1,783.24 from the Elgin CDBG fund was referred to the Finance and Budget Committee.

• Moved telecommunications tower petition at 44W655 Welter Road to County Board
• Moved residential rezoning petition at 50W394 and 50W372 Peterson Road to County Board
• Moved commercial solar energy facility petition on Tanner Road to County Board
• Approved preliminary plat for two-lot subdivision at 39W462 Seavey Road
• Approved setback variance for garage at Lot 6 Pine View Subdivision
• Moved $1,783.24 CDBG fund transfer to KC Finance and Budget Committee
• Moved stormwater permit fee schedule correction to KC Executive Committee
• Approved August 18, 2026 minutes (unanimous)

County Board

This is a special meeting of the Kane County Board. The board will consider two resolutions: one to appoint an interim director for the Department of Human Resource Management and another to authorize an IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) agent. The meeting also includes an executive session for personnel matters. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Resolution 26-446: Authorizing appointment of Interim Director of the Department of Human Resource Management
• Resolution 26-447: Authorizing appointment of IMRF Authorized Agent
• Executive session on employee appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal

KC Energy and Environmental Committee

The KC Energy and Environmental Committee will consider resolutions for recycling advertisements on Suburban Pace Bus Routes. The meeting also includes an update on LEED certification for the Health Department Building and an announcement regarding an energy audit and rebate program.

• Resolution: Contract with Intersection Media, LLC for bus route advertising
• Resolution: Intergovernmental Agreement with DuPage County for shared recycling advertising costs
• Update on LEED Certification for the Health Department Building
• Energy Audit & Rebate Program Announcement

The Kane County Energy and Environmental Committee approved two resolutions to move forward to the Executive Committee regarding recycling outreach. These resolutions authorize an advertising contract with Intersection Media, LLC for Pace bus routes and an intergovernmental agreement with DuPage County to share associated costs. The committee also received updates on LEED certification for the Elgin Health Department building and the county's energy audit rebate program.

• Approved August 14, 2026 meeting minutes
• Advanced Pace bus recycling advertising contract to Executive Committee
• Advanced DuPage County recycling cost-sharing IGA to Executive Committee
• Placed reports on file
• Adjourned meeting at 10:16 a.m.

KC Jobs Committee

The committee will review updates from the Kane County Economic Development Corporation and consider a resolution to recognize October as Manufacturing Month. The agenda also outlines committee goals regarding ARPA programs, regional partnerships, and the implementation of the Economic Development Strategic Plan.

• Update from Michael Cassa, CEO of Kane County Economic Development Corporation
• Resolution: Recognizing October as Manufacturing Month in Kane County
• Review of 2026 Committee Goals including ARPA project implementation
• Vote on release of closed session minutes