Kane County public meetings in 2025

KC Finance and Budget Committee

This special meeting of the Finance and Budget Committee will discuss and potentially approve ordinances authorizing cost-of-living wage increases for non-union and County Board employees for FY2026, along with budget adjustments. The committee will also consider multiple resolutions authorizing intergovernmental agreements for juvenile detention services with several counties and contracts for medical services at the Juvenile Justice Center.

• Ordinance authorizing FY2026 non-union cost-of-living wage increase and emergency budget amendments
• Ordinance authorizing FY2026 County Board employees cost-of-living wage increase and emergency budget amendments
• Resolution authorizing contract for medical services for the Juvenile Justice Center
• Resolutions authorizing intergovernmental agreements with six counties for juvenile detention services
• Resolution accepting the Low-Income Energy Efficiency Outreach and Engagement Grant

KC Agriculture Committee

The KC Agriculture Committee will consider an ordinance amending Section 2-48 of the Kane County Code to revise language related to the Agriculture Committee. Members will also discuss 2026 committee goals and receive updates from the Kane County Farm Bureau, Kane-DuPage Soil and Water Conservation District, and Northern Illinois Food Bank. The meeting includes a farmland protection program report and discussion of continuing grant-funded projects.

• Ordinance to amend Section 2-48 of Kane County Code (Standing Committees) to revise Agriculture Committee language
• Discussion of 2026 Agriculture Committee goals
• Farmland Protection Program report
• Updates from Kane County Farm Bureau, Kane-DuPage Soil and Water Conservation District, and Northern Illinois Food Bank
• Report on ARPA Small grants for farmers and other economic development projects

KC Public Service Committee

The committee will receive monthly reports from Finance, Recorder, Treasurer, Supervisor of Assessments, Regional Office of Education, Veteran's Assistance Commission, and County Clerk. They will also approve minutes from November 20, 2025, and hear public comment. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or new business.

• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2025
• Monthly financial report
• Monthly Recorder report
• Monthly Treasurer/Collector report
• Monthly County Clerk report

KC Public Health Committee

The KC Public Health Committee will review monthly reports for finance and animal control. The body is considering a resolution to authorize an agreement with the Illinois Department of Human Services for the Illinois Rapid Rehousing Program for State Fiscal Year 2026.

• Resolution for Illinois Rapid Rehousing Program agreement with Illinois Department of Human Services (SFY 2026)
• Finance/Budget monthly report
• Animal Control monthly report
• Health Department and Elgin Facility updates

KC County Development Committee

The Kane County Development Committee will hold public hearings and vote on three ordinances: one to regulate short-term rentals in unincorporated areas, one to amend noise regulations, and one to declare trespassing a public nuisance. The committee will also review monthly reports from Building & Zoning, Property Code Enforcement, and Planning & Special Projects, and hear two zoning petitions.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 2 and Chapter 7 to regulate short-term rentals in unincorporated Kane County
• Ordinance amending Chapter 15 to modify noise regulations
• Ordinance amending Chapter 15 to declare trespassing a public nuisance
• Zoning Petition #4597 (Franco Pelagio) and #4674 (CFP IL Bluestem Solar LLC)
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2025

KC Transportation Committee

The KC Transportation Committee will discuss FY2026 Motor Fuel Tax appropriations and various infrastructure contracts. The body is considering speed limit changes in Kaneville and Virgil Townships and property acquisitions for bridge and intersection projects.

• Purchase of one Case WX175 Wheeled Excavator for the Division of Transportation
• Speed limit alterations in Kaneville Township and Virgil Township (Francis Road)
• Intergovernmental Agreement with State of Illinois for Kirk Road at Douglas Road construction engineering
• Engineering services agreement with H.R. Green, Inc. for 2026 Structure Safety Inspections
• Property acquisitions for Randall Road at Hopps Road and Kirk Road bridge projects

KC Judicial/Public Safety Committee

The committee will receive monthly reports from KaneComm, Emergency Management, Sheriff, Coroner, State's Attorney, Public Defender, Court Services, and Circuit Clerk. It will vote on resolutions authorizing intergovernmental agreements for juvenile detention services with six counties (Wayne, Lawrence, Richland, Franklin, Crawford, White) and a contract for medical services for the Juvenile Justice Center. Other action items include a budget adjustment for the Child Support Fund and setting 2026 committee goals. The agenda also includes a recognition of the 50th anniversary of the Kane County Office of Emergency Management.

• Resolution authorizing a contract for medical services for the Juvenile Justice Center
• Resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Wayne County for juvenile detention services
• Resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Lawrence County for juvenile detention services
• Resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Richland County for juvenile detention services
• Resolution authorizing budget adjustment to balance Child Support Fund FY2025

KC Committee of the Whole

The Kane County Committee of the Whole will hear presentations on the Fabyan Property, including its history, a broker's opinion of value, and community solar options. Officials will discuss various options for the property. The meeting will include an executive‑session release of closed‑session minutes followed by an open‑session vote on that release.

• Presentation on history of the Fabyan Property (Jodie Wollnik & Austin Powell)
• Broker opinion of value for the Fabyan Property (Brian Carroll & Kate Coxworth, JLL)
• Kane County community solar review (Arnie Schramel, Progressive Energy)
• Discussion of options for the Fabyan Property (Jodie Wollnik & Austin Powell)
• Vote to release closed‑session minutes

KC Administration Committee

The Kane County Administration Committee will consider several resolutions, including authorizing a contract with Kluber Architects & Engineers for professional services related to the Adult Justice Center kitchen and laundry improvements. Other items include a budget adjustment for the Mill Creek Special Service Area due to a tax levy increase, approval to purchase a replacement vehicle for the Sheriff's Office and a van for the K9 unit, and a presentation on the sale or purchase of county property (Bluff City). The meeting also covers routine reports and committee goals for capital investments and IT upgrades.

• Resolution authorizing a contract with Kluber Architects & Engineers for Adult Justice Center Kitchen & Laundry Improvements
• Resolution authorizing GL changes in Building Management and Information Technologies for a Building Security Director
• Resolution authorizing a budget adjustment for Mill Creek Special Service Area due to tax levy increase
• Resolution to purchase a replacement vehicle for the Kane County Sheriff's Office
• Resolution authorizing purchase of a van for the Sheriff's Office K9 Unit

The Administration Committee moved forward five resolutions to the County Executive Committee by roll‑call vote, including a budget adjustment for the Mill Creek Special Service Area, a contract with Kluber Architects for the Adult Justice Center kitchen and laundry project, and authorizing a position change for the Building Security Director. It also approved the purchase of a replacement vehicle and a K9‑unit van for the Kane County Sheriff’s Office. An executive session was held to discuss a potential Bluff City purchase of county land, with no decision made at this meeting.

• Approved GL changes for Building Security Director position (roll‑call vote)
• Approved $55,710 contract with Kluber Architects for Adult Justice Center kitchen & laundry improvements (roll‑call vote)
• Approved budget adjustment for Mill Creek Special Service Area to reflect tax levy increase (roll‑call vote)
• Approved purchase of a replacement vehicle for the Kane County Sheriff’s Office (roll‑call vote)
• Approved purchase of a van for the Kane County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit (roll‑call vote)
• Approved November 12, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent
• Entered executive session to discuss Bluff City land purchase; decision deferred
• Approved reports placed on file by unanimous consent

KC Human Services Committee

The KC Human Services Committee will meet to review monthly financial and training reports. The committee is scheduled to discuss updates to the County Code for consistency. The agenda also lists goals regarding employee compensation, benefits, and internship policies.

• Discussion on County Code Updates for Consistency
• Review of Health Insurance, Risk Management, and Staffing reports
• Monthly Training Report from Compliance
• Monthly Finance Reports

The Human Services Committee approved the November 12, 2025 minutes and placed the committee reports on file by unanimous consent. Members reached consensus to ask the State’s Attorney’s Office to examine inconsistencies in the Kane County Code. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes – unanimous consent (mover Jon Gripe)
• Approved placement of reports on file – unanimous consent (mover Deborah Allan)
• Consensus to have the State’s Attorney’s Office review Kane County Code inconsistencies (no formal vote recorded)
• Adjourned the meeting – voice vote (mover Jon Gripe, seconder Anita Lewis)

County Board

The County Board will discuss FY2026 budgets for regional transit agencies and vote on a wide range of administrative contracts and infrastructure projects. The meeting includes decisions on affordable housing projects and road improvement fee updates.

• FY2026 Budget reviews for PACE, RTA, and Metra
• Purchase of five 2026 Tandem Axle Truck Cab and Chassis for the Division of Transportation
• Ordinance 25-478 adopting revised fees for oversize and overweight vehicles
• Resolution 25-460 authorizing Kane-Elgin Home Consortium Affordable Housing Fund projects
• Tax abatement ordinances for $7,670,000 and $13,130,000 General Obligation Bonds

The Kane County Board approved the Consent Agenda covering items 25-454 through 25-472 by roll‑call vote. The board also approved a zoning petition for CFP IL Orchard Solar, amended Section 2‑48 of the County Code, approved a personal expense voucher reimbursement, and authorized termination of the county office lease at 1750 Grandstand Place, Suite 2, Elgin.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 25-454‑25-472 (roll‑call vote)
• Approved zoning petition TMP‑25‑1399 for CFP IL Orchard Solar (roll‑call vote)
• Approved amendment 25-445 to Section 2‑48 of the County Code (roll‑call vote)
• Approved personal expense voucher reimbursement request 25-483 (roll‑call vote)
• Approved termination of office lease at 1750 Grandstand Place, Suite 2, Elgin (roll‑call vote)
• Approved executive session to discuss settlement of claims (roll‑call vote)

Forest Preserve District Executive Committee

The Forest Preserve Executive Committee will vote on approving bills and commissioners' per diem for November 2025. Several easement agreements are proposed: a fiber optic utility easement with Zayo Group at Fox River Bluff, and pipeline easements with ANR Pipeline at Cardinal Creek, Virgil, and Hampshire forest preserves. The committee will also hold a closed session to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel. Financial reports and bond investment analysis through October 2025 will be reviewed.

• Approval of bills and commissioners' per diem for November 2025
• Resolution for utility easement with Zayo Group LLC for fiber optic service at Fox River Bluff Forest Preserve
• Resolution for easement and right-of-way agreements with ANR Pipeline Company at Cardinal Creek Forest Preserve
• Resolution for easement and right-of-way agreements with ANR Pipeline Company at Virgil Forest Preserve
• Resolution for easement and right-of-way agreements with ANR Pipeline Company at Hampshire Forest Preserve

KC Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider consent agenda items including two ordinances to abate 2025 property taxes for bond debt service totaling $20.8 million, resolutions for affordable housing fund projects, and various contracts and purchases. They will also set a public hearing date for road improvement impact fee updates.

• Ordinance abating $7,670,000 in 2025 taxes for Series 2010 bonds
• Ordinance abating $13,130,000 in 2025 taxes for Series 2020 bonds
• Resolution authorizing Kane-Elgin Home Consortium Affordable Housing Fund Program Year 2025 Projects
• Resolution establishing public hearing date for road improvement impact fee ordinance update
• Resolution authorizing collective bargaining agreement for Kane County Clerk

The Kane County Executive Committee moved forward several resolutions to the County Board, including a contract extension for HVAC maintenance, an amendment to use an energy broker for natural gas, and authorizations for IT hardware, software, GIS licensing, and new trucks. All motions were carried unanimously by roll‑call vote. Additional finance items such as expense reimbursements and October 2025 claims were also approved to proceed.

• Moved forward contract extension for HVAC maintenance with 1 Source Mechanical, Inc., Hartwig Mechanical, Inc., Air Comfort, LLC, R.J. O'Neil, Inc., and F.E. Moran, Inc. (unanimous roll call)
• Moved forward amendment authorizing natural‑gas utility brokering with Tradition Energy (unanimous roll call)
• Moved forward use of State contract to purchase IT hardware & services (Presidio’s JPMC VOIP & Cisco) (unanimous roll call)
• Moved forward use of State contract to purchase IT software & services (Presidio’s JPMC VOIP & Cisco) (unanimous roll call)
• Moved forward master license agreement with VertiGIS Software for GIS (unanimous roll call)
• Moved forward purchase of five 2026 tandem‑axle truck cab and chassis for the Division of Transportation (unanimous roll call)
• Approved personal expense voucher reimbursement requests (unanimous roll call)
• Approved October 2025 claims paid (unanimous roll call)

County Board

This special meeting of the Kane County Board is convened primarily to consider Resolution 25-453, which would appoint a member to fill a vacancy in District 2. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comment, chairman's comments, and possible executive session.

• Resolution 25-453: Appointment to fill vacancy on Kane County Board (District 2)

The board considered Resolution 25-453 to appoint a member to the District 2 vacancy. A call to question the appointment failed 9‑9, a motion to amend the candidate to Kim Young failed 6‑10, and a motion to table the appointment failed 9‑9, leaving the seat unfilled. The board also approved a motion to enter a closed session to discuss the appointment and related matters.

• Call to question appointment (Resolution 25-453) failed (9-9)
• Motion to amend candidate to Kim Young failed (6-10)
• Motion to table the appointment failed (9-9)
• Motion to enter closed session approved (roll call vote)

KC Finance and Budget Committee

The KC Finance and Budget Committee will consider several budget adjustments for the Public Defender, Court Services, and Judiciary for FY2026. The body will also review agreements for recycling center operations and juvenile detention services. Two ordinances regarding tax abatements for general obligation bonds are on the agenda.

• Ordinance to abate 2025 taxes for $7,670,000 General Obligation Alternate Bonds Series 2010
• Ordinance to abate 2025 taxes for $13,130,000 General Obligation Bonds Series 2020
• Agreement with Village of West Dundee and eWorks Electronics Services, Inc. for 2026 recycling center operations
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Jefferson County for Juvenile Detention Services
• Budget adjustments for Public Defender, Court Services, and Judiciary FY2026 budgets

The committee approved the October 29, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent. It approved eleven personal expense vouchers totaling $4,077.40 and moved them to the Kane County Executive Committee for final approval. It also approved the October 2025 claims paid and forwarded them to the Executive Committee.

• Approved October 29, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved 11 personal expense vouchers totaling $4,077.40 (moved to KC Executive Committee)
• Approved October 2025 claims paid (moved to KC Executive Committee)

Forest Preserve District, Land Acquisition Committee

The Land Acquisition Committee will meet to discuss land acquisition and license agreements in a closed session. The committee is also considering a resolution regarding a utility easement for fiber optic service.

• TMP-25-1404: Resolution for a utility easement with Zayo Group LLC for fiber optic service at Fox River Bluff Forest Preserve

KC Agriculture Committee

The Kane County Agriculture Committee will meet on November 20, 2025 to review its 2026 goals and to consider an amendment to Section 2‑48 of the Kane County Code that defines standing committees. The proposed ordinance would update the language describing the Agriculture Committee. The agenda also includes partner updates, a public comment period, and approval of the October 23, 2025 minutes.

• Ordinance: Amend Section 2-48 of the Kane County Code (Standing Committees) to revise language related to the Agriculture Committee
• Discussion of Agriculture Committee 2026 goals, including farmland protection, grant‑funded projects, and ARPA small grants for farmers
• Updates from Kane County Farm Bureau, Kane‑DuPage Soil and Water Conservation District, and Northern Illinois Food Bank
• Public comment period for community input
• Approval of minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting

The Agriculture Committee tabled the proposed amendment to Section 2-48 (Standing Committees) for a second reading at next month’s meeting, with no vote taken. The board approved the October 23, 2025 minutes and the reports placed on file by unanimous consent. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote, and members agreed to review the 2026 Committee Goals at the next meeting.

• Tabled amendment to Section 2-48 of Kane County Code (no vote)
• Approved October 23, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent (mover: Bill Lenert)
• Approved reports placed on file by unanimous consent (mover: Bill Roth)
• Adjourned meeting by voice vote (mover: Bill Roth, seconder: Jarett Sanchez)
• Agreed to conduct final review of 2026 Committee Goals at next month's meeting

KC Public Service Committee

The Kane County Public Service Committee will receive monthly reports from Finance, Recorder, Treasurer/Collector, Supervisor of Assessments, Veteran's Assistance Commission, and County Clerk. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment. This is a routine procedural meeting with no significant decisions or proposals.

• Approval of minutes from October 23, 2025
• Monthly report from Finance
• Monthly report from Recorder
• Monthly report from Treasurer/Collector
• Monthly report from Supervisor of Assessments

The KC Public Service Committee approved the October 23, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. It also approved the reports placed on file by unanimous consent. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved October 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved reports placed on file (unanimous consent)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

KC Labor Management Committee

The KC Labor Management Committee will discuss collective bargaining agreements for Building Management and the County Clerk in executive session, then return to open session to vote on a resolution authorizing the agreement for the County Clerk. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining agreements for Building Management and County Clerk
• Resolution authorizing execution of collective bargaining agreement for Kane County Clerk
• Approval of minutes from September 23, 2025

The Labor Management Committee approved the September 23, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent. It entered executive session and unanimously approved discussion of collective bargaining agreements for Building Management and the County Clerk’s Office. The committee then authorized execution of the County Clerk’s collective bargaining agreement and adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved discussion of Building Management collective bargaining agreement (unanimous roll call vote)
• Approved discussion of County Clerk collective bargaining agreement (unanimous roll call vote)
• Authorized execution of County Clerk collective bargaining agreement (roll call vote)
• Returned to open session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

KC Legislative Committee

The Kane County Legislative Committee will approve the October 22, 2025 meeting minutes, hear public comments, receive a legislative update, and address new and old business items. No specific resolutions or contracts are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting

The Legislative Committee approved the October 22, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. It also approved the reports placed on file by unanimous consent. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved October 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved reports placed on file (unanimous consent)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

KC Public Health Committee

The Kane County Public Health Committee will review monthly finance and animal control reports, consider a resolution to accept a trust donation for Animal Control, and discuss proposed 2026 committee goals. The meeting also includes updates from the Executive Director and a behavioral health update.

• Resolution to accept and use a trust donation made to Animal Control
• Monthly Finance/Budget and Animal Control reports
• Executive Director's KCHD and behavioral health updates
• Discussion of 2026 Committee Goals
• Approval of October 22, 2025 minutes

The Public Health Committee approved the October 22, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. A roll‑call vote moved forward the acceptance and use of a trust donation for Animal Control. The committee also approved placing reports on file and agreed to submit new committee goals for 2026. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved October 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Moved forward acceptance and use of trust donation to Animal Control (roll‑call vote)
• Approved reports placed on file (unanimous consent)
• Committee agreed to submit 2026 committee goals
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

KC County Development Committee

The County Development Committee will consider an ordinance to regulate short-term rentals in unincorporated areas and hear a zoning petition for a solar farm. Routine reports on building, zoning, property code enforcement, and monthly financials are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 2 and Chapter 7 to regulate short-term rentals in unincorporated Kane County
• Zoning Petition #4673 by CFP IL Orchard Solar, LLC
• Subdivision variation for Cheval-de-Selle Unit 1, Lot 43
• Monthly financial reports and division updates
• Public comment period and possible executive session

The Development Committee approved the October 21 minutes by unanimous consent. Public comment focused on short‑term rental concerns, but no ordinance changes were adopted. The committee voted 3‑2 to move Petition #4673 for a commercial solar facility on an 87‑acre site in Sugar Grove Township forward to the County Board.

• Approved October 21 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Moved Petition #4673 (solar facility) forward to County Board (3-2 vote)
• Chairman Williams recused from discussion of Petition #4673

KC Transportation Committee

The Kane County Transportation Committee will consider several resolutions, including a FY25 budget transfer for impact fee funds, establishing a public hearing date for a road‑improvement impact fee ordinance update, and adopting revised fees for oversize and overweight vehicles. It will also vote on amendments to wayside horn agreements with Union Pacific Railroad for Brundige Road and LaFox Road. The meeting includes a resolution to acquire real property needed for the Randall Road and Hopps Road grade‑separation improvement.

• Resolution: Approving FY25 Transfer of Appropriation and Budget Adjustment for Impact Fee Funds (Funds #558, #559, #560, #300)
• Resolution: Establishing public hearing date for Road Improvement Impact Fee Ordinance update
• Ordinance: Adopting revised fees for oversize and overweight vehicles
• Resolutions: Amending wayside horn agreements with Union Pacific Railroad for Brundige Road and LaFox Road
• Resolution: Approving acquisition of real property for Randall Road at Hopps Road grade‑separation improvement

The Transportation Committee approved a real‑property acquisition for the Randall Road at Hopps Road and CNRR grade‑separation improvement. It also approved a FY25 transfer of appropriation for impact‑fee funds, revised oversize/overweight vehicle fees, amendments to Union Pacific wayside‑horn agreements, and a Phase I engineering services contract with GFT Infrastructure. A second public‑hearing date was set for January 14 2026 to consider land‑use assumptions for the Impact Fee Ordinance.

• Approved FY25 transfer of appropriation and budget adjustment for impact‑fee funds (roll call vote)
• Adopted revised fees for oversize and overweight vehicles (roll call vote)
• Approved amendment to Union Pacific Wayside Horn Agreement at Brundige Road, $16,875 (roll call vote)
• Approved amendment to Union Pacific Wayside Horn Agreement at LaFox Road, $16,875 (roll call vote)
• Approved Phase I engineering services agreement with GFT Infrastructure, up to $379,682 (roll call vote)
• Established second public‑hearing date for land‑use assumptions: January 14 2026 (voice vote)
• Approved acquisition of real property for Randall Road at Hopps Road and CNRR grade‑separation improvement (roll call vote)

County Board

This special meeting of the Kane County Board includes a vote on Resolution 25-450, which would prohibit unauthorized use of county parking lots, vacant lots, and garages for civil immigration enforcement activities, and authorize signage to ensure compliance with the Illinois Trust Act. Other scheduled matters include an ordinance to amend department head management rules, an appointment to fill a vacancy, a vote in the IMRF trustee election, and authorization for a historical marker and liberty tree.

• Ordinance 25-445 amending Section 2-48 of the Kane County Code to provide for management of department heads by committees
• Resolution 25-449 appointment to fill vacancy on Kane County Board (District 2)
• Resolution 25-450 prohibiting unauthorized use of county parking lots, vacant lots, and garages for civil immigration enforcement activities
• Resolution 25-451 authorizing Kane County’s vote in the 2025 IMRF Trustee Election
• Resolution 25-452 authorizing placement of a historical marker and liberty tree to honor Revolutionary War patriots buried in Kane County

KC Jobs Committee

The committee will review updates on economic development initiatives and discuss goals for 2026. The meeting includes presentations from the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Marines recruitment offices regarding workforce readiness.

• Discussion of Jobs Committee 2026 Goals
• U.S. Air Force recruitment presentation by Technical Sergeant Adam Mayer
• U.S. Marines recruitment presentation by Sergeant Alejandro Mendoza
• Workforce Ready: High School Initiatives
• Kane County Economic Development Initiatives staff updates

The KC Jobs Committee approved the October 17, 2025 minutes and placed reports on file by unanimous consent. Remote attendance for Member Strathmann was allowed after no objections were raised. The Committee postponed review of the 2026 Goals to the next meeting and then adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved October 17, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent
• Allowed remote attendance for Member Strathmann (no objections)
• Approved placement of reports on file by unanimous consent
• Deferred review and approval of 2026 Jobs Committee Goals to next meeting
• Adjourned meeting by voice vote

KC Energy and Environmental Committee

The Kane County Energy and Environmental Committee will review 2026 SMART goals and approve a professional service agreement for recycling center staffing and operations. The committee will also authorize an agreement with the Village of West Dundee for the operation of the West Dundee Recycling Center in 2026.

• Approval of October 17, 2025 minutes
• Review of 2026 Energy and Environmental SMART Goals
• Authorization for recycling center staffing and operations
• Agreement with Village of West Dundee for recycling center operation
• Feed the Cart regional recycling outreach campaign

The Energy and Environmental Committee approved the 2026 SMART goals for the committee. It authorized a second extension and scope‑of‑work adjustment to the professional service agreement for the 2026 Recycling Center. It also approved an agreement with the Village of West Dundee and eWorks Electronics Services, Inc. to operate the West Dundee Recycling Center in 2026. All approvals were made by roll‑call vote or unanimous consent as noted in the minutes.

• Approved 2026 Energy and Environmental Committee SMART Goals by consensus
• Authorized second extension and scope‑of‑work adjustment to the 2026 Recycling Center professional service agreement (roll‑call vote)
• Authorized agreement with Village of West Dundee and eWorks Electronics Services, Inc. for operation of West Dundee Recycling Center in 2026 (roll‑call vote)
• Approved October 17, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent
• Approved reports placed on file by unanimous consent

KC AD HOC Committee District 2 Search

The committee voted unanimously to enter executive session at 3:07 p.m. and returned to open session at 5:16 p.m. by voice vote. A consensus vote was taken to recommend a candidate for District 2, but the recommendation was not disclosed publicly. The meeting was adjourned at 5:18 p.m. by voice vote.

• Approved entry into executive session (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Approved return to open session (unanimous voice vote)
• Conducted consensus vote to recommend District 2 applicant (outcome not disclosed)
• Approved adjournment (voice vote)

KC Legal Affairs and Claims

The Legal Affairs and Claims Committee will vote on a global settlement agreement for three pending lawsuits. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and an executive session for pending litigation.

• Vote on global settlement agreement in cases 23CV14811, 23CV6377, and 23CV1236
• Executive session for pending litigation

The Legal Affairs and Claims Committee approved the minutes from July 10, 2025. It entered and later exited an executive session to discuss pending litigation. The committee voted to approve a global settlement of $15,000 covering cases 23CV14811, 23CV6377, and 23CV1236. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved entry into executive session to discuss pending litigation (unanimous roll call)
• Approved return to open session (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $15,000 global settlement for cases 23CV14811, 23CV6377, 23CV1236 (roll call vote)
• Approved adjournment (voice vote)

KC Judicial/Public Safety Committee

The Kane County Judicial/Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports from various departments and consider two resolutions. One resolution authorizes an intergovernmental agreement with Jefferson County for juvenile detention services. The other resolution notifies renewal of sex offender treatment services.

• Resolution: Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement with Jefferson County for Juvenile Detention Services
• Resolution: Notification of Renewal of Sex Offender Treatment Services
• Monthly reports from Emergency Management, Sheriff/Adult Corrections, Coroner, State's Attorney, Public Defender, and Court Services Administration

The committee approved the October 16 minutes by unanimous consent. It moved forward a resolution authorizing a three‑year intergovernmental agreement with Jefferson County for juvenile detention services at $225 per detainee. It also moved forward a resolution renewing a sex‑offender treatment services MOU with Nickerson and Associates. Both resolutions were referred to the appropriate county committees for further action.

• Approved October 16 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Authorized intergovernmental juvenile detention agreement with Jefferson County – $225 per detainee, 3‑year term (moved forward to Finance and Budget Committee)
• Advanced renewal of sex‑offender treatment services MOU with Nickerson and Associates (moved forward to Executive Committee)

KC Administration Committee

The committee will vote on resolutions to extend HVAC maintenance contracts, purchase IT hardware/software, license GIS software, and buy five 2026 tandem axle trucks. They will also hear reports on finance, building management, and information technologies.

• Resolution to extend HVAC maintenance contracts with multiple vendors (BID# 23-007)
• Resolution for natural gas utility brokering and purchase agreement
• Resolution to purchase IT hardware/software via state contract through Presidio
• Resolution to authorize a Master License Agreement with VertiGIS Software
• Resolution to purchase five 2026 tandem axle truck cab and chassis for the Division of Transportation

The Administration Committee approved the October 15 minutes, authorized a one‑year HVAC contract extension, a natural‑gas brokerage agreement, hardware and software purchases under a state contract, a GIS master license, five new trucks, and a historical marker with liberty tree. All items moved forward by roll‑call vote except the minutes and reports, which were approved by unanimous consent.

• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Authorized one‑year HVAC maintenance contract extension (roll call vote)
• Authorized natural‑gas utility brokering and purchase agreement (roll call vote)
• Authorized $950K hardware purchase via state contract (roll call vote)
• Authorized $1.2M software purchase via state contract (roll call vote)
• Authorized GIS master license agreement with VertiGIS (roll call vote)
• Approved purchase of five 2026 tandem‑axle trucks (roll call vote)
• Authorized placement of historical marker and liberty tree at Third Street Courthouse (roll call vote)

KC Human Services Committee

The Kane County Human Services Committee will meet to approve financial reports, review human resources matters including health insurance, and consider resolutions authorizing a new employee assistance plan provider and a performance evaluation policy.

• Approval of October 15, 2025 minutes
• Monthly financial reports
• Health insurance and risk management updates
• Resolution authorizing Magellan Healthcare as EAP provider for 2026
• Resolution authorizing addition of performance evaluation policy

The committee approved the resolution to authorize Magellan Healthcare, Inc. as Kane County’s Employee Assistance Plan Provider for 2026, moving the item to the KC Finance and Budget Committee by roll‑call vote. It also approved adding an employee performance evaluation policy to the County Personnel Policy Handbook, moving it to the KC Executive Committee by roll‑call vote. The October 15, 2025 minutes were approved unanimously and the meeting adjourned at 9:32 a.m.

• Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Authorized Magellan Healthcare as employee assistance plan provider for 2026 (moved forward by roll‑call vote to KC Finance and Budget Committee)
• Approved addition of employee performance evaluation policy to Personnel Policy Handbook (moved forward by roll‑call vote to KC Executive Committee)
• Approved reports placed on file (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:32 a.m. (voice vote)

County Board

The Kane County Board will vote on the Fiscal Year 2026 annual appropriations and budget, along with tax levies for the General Fund and several special service areas. The board also considers resolutions on immigrant rights, a new Local Historian position, and multiple contracts including a $270,000 GIS services agreement. A request to draft an ordinance prohibiting use of county property for federal immigration enforcement will be discussed.

• Adoption of FY2026 budget and tax levies for multiple funds and special service areas (Ordinance 25-387, Resolutions 25-426 through 25-444)
• Resolution 25-414 in support of immigrant rights, human dignity, and fair reform
• Request to draft an ordinance prohibiting federal immigration agents from using county-owned property for civil enforcement (TMP-25-1405)
• Ordinance 25-389 to establish the position of Local Historian, and Resolution 25-390 appointing Kenneth C. Shepro to that role
• Resolution 25-399 approving $270,000 for GIS professional services with NV5 over three years

The Kane County Board approved a series of items including software amendments for the Sheriff, an emergency purchase for Workforce Development, and a resolution supporting immigrant rights. It also created and appointed a Local Historian, appointed a Director of Workforce Development, and approved numerous capital projects and contracts through the consent agenda.

• Approved amendment to AltoVista ARX Alert software for the Sheriff (Item 25-398) – vote 23-0
• Approved emergency purchase affidavit for interim Director of Workforce Development (Item 25-401)
• Approved resolution supporting immigrant rights, human dignity, and fair reform (Item 25-414)
• Approved donation of artwork to Animal Control (Item 25-415)
• Approved relocation commitment agreement with Commonwealth Edison for Randall Road at Hopps Road (Item 25-423)
• Approved creation and appointment of Kane County Local Historian (Items 25-389, 25-390) by roll call vote
• Approved appointment of Director of Workforce Development (Item 25-391) by roll call vote
• Approved Consent Agenda items covering capital projects, contracts, and other authorizations (Items 25-392‑425) by roll call vote

Forest Preserve District Commission

The Commission is meeting to approve tax levies for several funds for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and abate certain 2025 tax debts. The body will also consider contracts for preserve maintenance and professional design services.

• Tax levy ordinances for the General, Illinois Municipal Retirement, Insurance Liability, Construction & Development, and Social Security funds (FY 2026-2027)
• Contract with Wight and Company for professional design services for an Urban Ecology Field Station at Arlene Shoemaker Forest Preserve
• License agreement renewal with T-Mobile Central LLC at Buffalo Park Forest Preserve
• Amendment to a use and licensee agreement with Dundee Township for the Barn at the Schweitzer Forest Preserve
• Approval of bids for herbicide control of woody resprouts at various preserves

Forest Preserve District Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider ordinances to levy taxes for fiscal year 2026-2027 for the General Fund, IMRF, Insurance Liability, Construction & Development, and Social Security funds, along with abatements for 2025 debt service on two bond series. Other business includes license agreements for T-Mobile at Buffalo Park and Dundee Township, approval of herbicide control bids, and a contract for design services for an Urban Ecology Field Station at Arlene Shoemaker Forest Preserve. The committee will also approve bills and per diem for October 2025, hear public comment, and may go into closed session for land acquisition and legal matters.

• Ordinance abating 2025 tax levy for Series 2016B refunding bonds (TMP-25-1245)
• Ordinance abating portion of 2025 taxes for Series 2025 limited tax bonds (TMP-25-1283)
• Tax levy ordinances for General Fund, IMRF, Insurance Liability, Construction & Development, and Social Security funds for fiscal 2026-2027
• Resolution renewing T-Mobile license at Buffalo Park Forest Preserve (TMP-25-1304)
• Resolution approving contract with Wight and Company for design services for Urban Ecology Field Station at Arlene Shoemaker Forest Preserve (TMP-25-1314)

KC Executive Committee

The committee is reviewing a preliminary County Board agenda that includes adopting tax levies for multiple funds and special service areas. The body will also consider various facility contracts, public safety software, and transportation improvements.

• Adoption of tax levies for the General Fund, Insurance Liability Fund, and multiple Special Service Areas
• Professional services contract with NV5 for GIS services totaling $270,000 over three years
• Phase I engineering services with Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc. for French/Harmony Extension Improvements
• Purchase of a Rapid DNA Instrument and Database for the Kane County Forensics Lab
• Contract with Lite Construction, Inc. for Adult Justice Center kitchen and laundry improvements

The Kane County Executive Committee approved the minutes from the October 8 and October 22, 2025 meetings. The motion was made by Board Member Michelle Gumz and passed by unanimous consent. No other formal actions or votes were recorded in the meeting.

• Approved October 8 and October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)

Forest Preserve District, Planning and Utilization Committee

The Planning and Utilization Committee will vote on three resolutions: an amended use agreement with Dundee Township for a barn at Schweitzer Forest Preserve, bids for herbicide control of woody resprouts at various preserves, and a contract with Wight and Company for professional design services for an Urban Ecology Field Station at Arlene Shoemaker Forest Preserve. The committee will also enter closed session to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel.

• Resolution authorizing amendment to use and licensee agreement with Dundee Township for the barn at Schweitzer Forest Preserve
• Resolution approving bids for herbicide control of woody resprouts at various preserves
• Resolution approving contract with Wight and Company for professional design services for Urban Ecology Field Station at Arlene Shoemaker Forest Preserve
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel

Forest Preserve District, Land Acquisition Committee

The Land Acquisition Committee will consider a resolution to amend and renew a license agreement with T-Mobile Central LLC at Buffalo Park Forest Preserve. The committee will also hold a closed session to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel. Public comment is allowed, and minutes from the previous meeting will be approved.

• Resolution TMP-25-1304: Amending and renewing a license agreement with T-Mobile Central LLC at Buffalo Park Forest Preserve
• Closed session for land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel
• Approval of minutes from September 25, 2025
• Public comment period (each speaker limited to three minutes)

KC Finance and Budget Committee

The Finance and Budget Committee will consider adopting tax levies for the General Fund, Insurance Liability, IMRF, Social Security, Highway, Bridge, Health, Veterans' Commission, and several special service/billing areas. Additionally, the committee will review budget adjustments, authorize a new vision insurance provider, approve funding for a rapid DNA instrument, and accept grants. Public comment and approval of previous minutes are also on the agenda.

• 18 resolutions adopting tax levies for various county funds and special service areas
• Budget adjustments for Public Defender, Court Services, and Judiciary FY2026 budgets
• Resolution authorizing EyeMed Vision Care as county vision insurance provider for 2026
• Resolution authorizing funding and purchase of a Rapid DNA Instrument for the Forensics Lab
• Resolution accepting ComEd Powering Safe Communities Program Grant

The committee unanimously approved the September 24 and October 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It then voted by roll call to approve the County’s per‑diem meal rates for calendar year 2026 and to approve the September 2025 claims paid. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved September 24 and October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved per‑diem meal rates for calendar year 2026 (roll call vote)
• Approved September 2025 claims paid (roll call vote)

Forest Preserve, Finance and Administration Committee

The Forest Preserve Finance and Administration Committee will consider several tax levy ordinances for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027, covering the General Fund, Municipal Retirement Fund, Insurance Liability Fund, Construction & Development Fund, and Social Security Fund. It will also approve a resolution restating the district’s Cafeteria 125 Plan document and two ordinances that abate 2025 taxes to fund debt service on Series 2016B and Series 2025 bonds. A closed session is scheduled to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel matters.

• TMP-25-1311 – Resolution approving restatement of the District’s Cafeteria 125 Plan document
• TMP-25-1245 – Ordinance abating 2025 taxes to pay debt service on Series 2016B bonds
• TMP-25-1283 – Ordinance abating 2025 taxes to pay debt service on Series 2025 bonds
• TMP-25-1284, 1289, 1290, 1294, 1296 – Ordinances levying taxes for FY 2026‑27 for General Fund, Municipal Retirement Fund, Insurance Liability Fund, Construction & Development Fund, and Social Security Fund
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel

KC Agriculture Committee

The Kane County Agriculture Committee will review its 2025 goals, including revisions to the County Code definition and farmland protection efforts. The meeting includes updates from the Kane County Farm Bureau, the Soil and Water Conservation District, and the Northern Illinois Food Bank.

• Review 2025 Committee Goals
• Kane County Farm Bureau Updates
• Kane-DuPage Soil and Water Conservation District Updates
• Northern Illinois Food Bank Updates
• Farmer Weatherization Rebate Program Presentation

The Kane County Agriculture Committee approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. It also approved the reports placed on file by unanimous consent. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved reports placed on file (unanimous consent)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

KC Public Service Committee

The committee will receive monthly reports from several county departments. Members will also conduct a review of the 2026 Public Service Committee goals.

• Monthly reports from Finance, Recorder, Treasurer/Collector, Supervisor of Assessments, Veteran's Assistance Commission, and County Clerk
• 2026 Public Service Committee Goals Review

The committee approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. It also approved placing the reports on file and adjourned the meeting by voice vote. Members unanimously agreed to review the Public Service Committee goals for 2026 at the next meeting.

• Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved placing reports on file (unanimous consent)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)
• Unanimously decided to review 2026 Public Service Committee goals at next month's meeting

County Board

The County Board is holding a special meeting to adopt the FY2026 budget and annual appropriations. Members will also consider new taxes and budget adjustments for several county departments.

• Ordinance 25-387: Adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Appropriations and Budget
• Ordinance 25-382: Establishing County Grocery Retailers’ and Grocery Service Occupation Taxes
• Resolution 25-381: Authorizing an increase in the County Motor Fuel Tax
• Budget adjustments for Public Defender’s, Court Services, and Judiciary FY2026 budgets
• Resolution 25-388: Approving the FY26 Budget for public display

The board approved Resolution 25-381 to increase the county motor fuel tax. It also approved Resolution 25-382 establishing a county grocery retailers’ occupation tax and a grocery service occupation tax for unincorporated residents. The FY26 budget was approved for public display under Resolution 25-388. The meeting was adjourned to November 10, 2025, and several budget‑adjustment resolutions were deferred for later consideration.

• Approved increase in county motor fuel tax (Resolution 25-381)
• Approved county grocery retailers’ occupation tax and grocery service occupation tax (Resolution 25-382)
• Approved FY26 budget to be placed on public display (Resolution 25-388)
• Deferred budget adjustments for Public Defender, Court Services, Judiciary, and ordinance amendment (Resolutions 25-383‑386)
• Adjourned meeting to November 10, 2025 (voice vote)

KC Executive Committee

The KC Executive Committee holds a special meeting to consider several fiscal measures, including a resolution to increase the county motor fuel tax, an ordinance to create new grocery retailers' and service occupation taxes, and budget adjustments for the Public Defender, Court Services, and Judiciary. The committee will also discuss adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Appropriations and Budget and placing it on public display.

• Resolution authorizing an increase in the County Motor Fuel Tax
• Ordinance establishing and imposing a County Grocery Retailers’ Occupation Tax and a County Grocery Service Occupation Tax
• Resolution authorizing a budget adjustment for the Public Defender’s FY2026 Budget
• Resolution authorizing a budget adjustment for Court Services FY2026 Budget
• Ordinance adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Appropriations and Budget

The Executive Committee heard public comments on gas and grocery taxes, budget deficits, and spending concerns. Members presented a resolution to raise the County Motor Fuel Tax by three cents to fund the FY2026 budget. No vote or formal approval was recorded during the meeting.

KC Legislative Committee

The KC Legislative Committee will consider a resolution supporting immigrant rights, human dignity, and fair reform in Kane County. The meeting also includes a legislative update and approval of prior minutes. Public comment will be heard.

• Resolution authorizing support for immigrant rights, human dignity, and fair reform in Kane County
• Legislative update on state and federal matters
• Approval of minutes from July 16, 2025

The committee approved the July 16, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent. A resolution in support of immigrant rights, human dignity, and fair reform was moved forward to the KC Executive Committee by roll‑call vote (1 aye, 3 present). Reports were placed on file with unanimous consent, and the meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent
• Resolution supporting immigrant rights moved forward by roll‑call vote (1 aye, 3 present)
• Reports placed on file approved by unanimous consent
• Meeting adjourned approved by voice vote

KC Public Health Committee

The Kane County Public Health Committee will hold a routine meeting with monthly reports from Finance/Budget and Animal Control, and a resolution to accept donated artwork for Animal Control. New business includes a review of the 2026 committee goals. Health Department updates and public health data are noted as not attached to the agenda.

• Resolution authorizing acceptance of artwork donated to Animal Control
• Monthly Finance/Budget report
• Monthly Animal Control report
• 2026 Committee Goals Review under New Business
• Health Department updates and Public Health Data (not attached)

The Public Health Committee approved the September 17 minutes by unanimous consent. It moved forward the acceptance and appreciation of artwork donated to Animal Control by roll‑call vote. Reports placed on file were approved by unanimous consent, and the meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved September 17 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Accepted and appreciated donated artwork for Animal Control (roll‑call vote)
• Approved reports placed on file (unanimous consent)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

KC Finance and Budget Committee

The Finance and Budget Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on the FY2026 budget, including a presentation and adoption of the annual appropriations. The agenda also includes resolutions to increase the county motor fuel tax and establish a grocery retailers' occupation tax, as well as budget adjustments for the Public Defender, Court Services, and Judiciary. A resolution to place the FY26 budget on public display is also scheduled for a vote.

• FY2026 Budget Presentation
• Resolution: Authorizing an Increase in the County Motor Fuel Tax
• Ordinance: Establishing and Imposing a County Grocery Retailers’ Occupation Tax
• Resolution: Authorizing a Budget Adjustment for Public Defender’s FY2026 Budget
• Ordinance: Adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Appropriations and Budget

The Finance and Budget Committee voted to advance the FY2026 budget to the Kane County Executive Committee for approval and public display. It also moved forward proposals to increase the county motor fuel tax and to impose a grocery retailers’ and service occupation tax. Several budget adjustments for the Public Defender, Court Services, and Judiciary were held over for future consideration. An amendment changing the ordinance date to November 10, 2025 was approved unanimously.

• FY2026 Budget moved forward to Executive Committee for approval
• County Motor Fuel Tax increase moved forward to Executive Committee
• County Grocery Retailers’ and Service Occupation Tax moved forward to Executive Committee (AYE: Bill Lenert; NAY: Clifford Surges absent)
• Public Defender FY2026 budget adjustment held over
• Court Services FY2026 budget adjustment held over
• Judiciary FY2026 budget adjustment held over
• Amendment to change "Passed by the Kane County Board on" date to November 10, 2025 approved unanimously
• FY26 Budget approved to be placed on public display, moved forward to Executive Committee

KC Land / Cash Subcommittee

The KC Land / Cash Subcommittee will consider a request for relief from a land and cash obligation identified by PIN 09-19-451-002. The item appears under New and Unfinished Business. The meeting also includes routine agenda steps such as call to order, roll call, remote attendance requests, approval of minutes, public comment, and possible executive session.

• Review request for relief from land/cash obligation (PIN 09-19-451-002)

KC County Development Committee

The County Development Committee will review zoning petitions and a proposed ordinance to regulate short-term rentals in unincorporated areas. The body will also discuss landscape screening for commercial solar energy facilities.

• Ordinance to regulate short-term rentals in unincorporated areas
• Zoning Petition #4668: SunVest Solar, LLC
• Zoning Petition #4670: Whiskey Grain Kennels, LLC
• Zoning Petition #4672: John Webb, et ux/Just for Paws
• Discussion on landscape screening for commercial solar energy facilities

The Development Committee voted to move Zoning Petition 4668 for a 39‑acre commercial solar facility in Rutland Township forward to the County Board by roll‑call vote. The committee also moved Zoning Petition 4670 for a dog‑kennel/training facility forward to the County Board. After recusing himself, Chairman Williams had a Pro‑Temp Chairman appointed and the September 16 minutes were approved by unanimous consent.

• Petition 4668 (Solar) moved forward to County Board (roll‑call vote)
• Petition 4670 (Whiskey Grain Kennels) moved forward to County Board (roll‑call vote)
• Pro‑Temp Chairman appointed after recusal (unanimous voice vote)
• September 16, 2025 minutes approved by unanimous consent

KC Transportation Committee

The KC Transportation Committee will hear a Metra draft budget presentation, approve a collective bargaining agreement, and consider several resolutions for vehicle and equipment purchases. Other items include a speed-limit ordinance, engineering service agreements, and land acquisition for intersection improvements. The meeting includes routine reports on maintenance, planning, and traffic operations.

• Metra Draft Budget Presentation
• Resolution authorizing execution of collective bargaining agreement for Division of Transportation
• Resolution authorizing purchase of gasoline and diesel fuel (BID# 25-026) for multiple agencies
• Resolution approving purchase of five 2026 tandem axle truck cab and chassis
• Resolution approving Phase I engineering services agreement with Crawford, Murphy & Tilly for French/Harmony Extension Improvements

The Transportation Committee approved the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. The approval was made by unanimous consent. No other motions or votes were recorded in this meeting.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)

KC Jobs Committee

The committee will discuss goals for 2026 and receive staff updates on economic development initiatives. The meeting includes a presentation from the Office of Community Reinvestment's Workforce Development Division.

• Discussion of Jobs Committee 2026 Goals
• Staff updates on Kane County Economic Development Initiatives
• Workforce Development Division staff presentation
• Review of 2025 goals including the Economic Development Strategic Plan and ARPA projects

The committee approved the September 12, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. It also approved the reports placed on file by unanimous consent. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved September 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved reports placed on file (unanimous consent)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

KC Energy and Environmental Committee

The committee will discuss opportunities for community solar on the Fabyan property and set 2026 goals. It will consider two resolutions: accepting a ComEd Powering Safe Communities Program grant and authorizing a MOU with The Conservation Foundation for a tree grant to new homeowners. Other items include updates on recycling and sustainability.

• Discussion of community solar opportunities on Fabyan property
• Setting 2026 Energy and Environmental Committee goals
• Resolution accepting ComEd Powering Safe Communities Program grant
• Resolution authorizing MOU with Conservation Foundation for 'New Trees for New Homeowners' grant
• Developing budget and implementation strategy for Tree Protection Ordinance

The committee approved the September 12, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent. It moved forward the acceptance of the ComEd Powering Safe Communities Program Grant with a roll‑call vote (aye: Bill Tarver, Deborah Allan, Chris Kious, Ted Penesis, Cherryl Strathmann, Bill Roth; absent: Mavis Bates, David Young, Corinne M. Pierog). It also authorized a memorandum of understanding with the Conservation Foundation for the “New Trees for New Homeowners” Nicor charitable giving grant, passed by the same roll‑call vote. The committee reached consensus to proceed with preparations and recommendations for a community solar project on the Fabyan property.

• Approved September 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Moved forward acceptance of ComEd Powering Safe Communities Program Grant (roll‑call vote)
• Authorized MOU with Conservation Foundation for “New Trees for New Homeowners” grant (roll‑call vote)
• Consensus to proceed with community solar preparations on Fabyan property
• Approved placement of reports on file (unanimous consent)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

KC Judicial/Public Safety Committee

The Judicial/Public Safety Committee will hear monthly reports from KaneComm, Emergency Management, Sheriff, Coroner, and other departments. Several resolutions are on the agenda, including a contract for a telephone/video visitation system at the Adult Justice Center, a grant for officer recruitment and retention, and funding for a Rapid DNA instrument. The committee also plans to continue reviewing the financial impact of the Safe-T Act and addressing space needs for public safety partners.

• Resolution authorizing a contract with IC Solutions for the Kane County Adult Justice Center Telephone/Video Visitation System
• Resolution authorizing a grant agreement with the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board for the Officer Recruitment and Retention Grant
• Resolution authorizing funding and purchase of a Rapid DNA Instrument and Database Capability for the Kane County Forensics Lab
• Resolution authorizing receipt of the Child Protection Data Courts Grant
• Monthly financial reports and reports from department heads

The Judicial/Public Safety Committee moved forward a contract with IC Solutions for the Kane County Adult Justice Center telephone/video visitation system to the KC Executive Committee (5 AYE, 1 NAY, 2 absent). It also forwarded a grant agreement with the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board for an officer recruitment and retention grant to the KC Executive Committee (6 AYE, 2 absent). Finally, it approved funding and a $12,434.50 warranty for a Rapid DNA instrument for the Forensics Lab, sending the request to the KC Finance and Budget Committee (6 AYE, 2 absent). The September 11, 2025 minutes were approved by unanimous consent.

• Moved forward IC Solutions visitation system contract to KC Executive Committee (5 AYE, 1 NAY, 2 absent)
• Moved forward ILETSB officer recruitment and retention grant to KC Executive Committee (6 AYE, 2 absent)
• Moved forward Rapid DNA instrument purchase and $12,434.50 warranty to KC Finance and Budget Committee (6 AYE, 2 absent)
• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent

KC Administration Committee

The Kane County Administration Committee will consider resolutions to authorize capital projects, extend contracts for building automation and water testing, and purchase software for the courts and sheriff's office.

• Resolution to authorize updated capital projects from the Capital Fund
• Resolution to extend contract with F.E. Moran for Building Automation System services
• Resolution to authorize contract with Phigenics for Judicial Center water testing
• Resolution to authorize contract with Lite Construction for Adult Justice Center kitchen & laundry improvements
• Resolution to authorize purchase of Justice Case Access Portal Software from Tyler Technologies

The Administration Committee approved a three‑year, $270,000 contract with NV5 for GIS professional services. It also approved several contract extensions, including the Building Automation System with F.E. Moran, Inc., a water‑testing contract with Phigenics (up to $60K), additional lawn‑maintenance funds with Ratliff Landscaping (up to $200K), and a contract with Lite Construction for Adult Justice Center kitchen and laundry upgrades. The committee approved the purchase of a Justice Case Access Portal software from Tyler Technologies and an amendment to a Tyler public‑safety software agreement at $20,424 annually. The proposed amendment to increase Elgin Health Building repair funding was not moved forward.

• Approved $270,000 GIS professional services contract with NV5 (roll call)
• Approved one‑year extension of Building Automation System contract with F.E. Moran, Inc. (roll call)
• Approved one‑year extension of water‑testing contract with Phigenics (up to $60K) (roll call)
• Approved additional funds up to $200K for lawn and maintenance services with Ratliff Landscaping (roll call)
• Approved contract with Lite Construction for Adult Justice Center kitchen & laundry improvements (roll call)
• Approved purchase of Justice Case Access Portal software from Tyler Technologies (roll call)
• Approved amendment to Tyler public‑safety software agreement at $20,424 annually (roll call)
• Did not adopt amendment to increase Elgin Health Building repair funding (no vote)

KC Human Services Committee

The Kane County Human Services Committee will discuss and potentially act on multiple items including a liability insurance renewal with Alliant, a resolution designating EyeMed Vision Care as the county's vision insurance provider for 2026, and a resolution revising the Personnel Policy Handbook regarding extended illness leave. The committee will also consider several ordinances amending the county code to define management authority over department heads. Monthly financial reports, training compliance, and internship policies are also on the agenda.

• Liability Insurance Renewal with Alliant
• Resolution: Authorizing EyeMed Vision Care as Kane County’s Vision Insurance Plan Provider for 2026
• Resolution: Revising the Personnel Policy Handbook Sections Regarding Extended Illness Leave
• Ordinance: Amending Section 2-48 of the Kane County Code for Management of Department Heads by Committees
• Ordinance: Amending Section 2-51 of the Kane County Code for Management of Department Heads by County Board Chairman

The committee approved the September 10, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent. It moved forward a resolution authorizing EyeMed Vision Care as Kane County’s vision insurance provider for 2026 to the Finance and Budget Committee. It also moved forward a revision of the Personnel Policy Handbook regarding extended illness leave to the Executive Committee, while three proposed ordinances on department‑head management were tabled.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved placement of reports on file (unanimous consent)
• Moved forward EyeMed Vision Care authorization to KC Finance and Budget Committee (roll call vote; AYE: Deborah Allan; ABSENT: Corinne M. Pierog)
• Moved forward Personnel Policy Handbook revision to KC Executive Committee (roll call vote; AYE: Corinne M. Pierog)
• Tabled ordinance amending Section 2-48 of the Kane County Code (department heads by committees)
• Tabled ordinance amending Section 2-51 of the Kane County Code (department heads by County Board Chairman)
• Tabled ordinance amending Sections 2-48 and 2-51 (combined approach)
• No other substantive decisions recorded

County Board

The Kane County Board will vote on a consent agenda that reprograms several American Rescue Plan (ARPA) allocations, including $239,230.95 to the Environmental & Water Resources Department’s recycling contractual services. Additional items include approvals of contracts for building‑management flooring, intergovernmental agreements for juvenile detention services, and a resolution creating the County Historian position. The board will also consider zoning petitions and a public hearing on road‑improvement impact fee updates.

• Resolution 25‑338: Reprogram $239,230.95 ARPA funds to the Environmental & Water Resources Department’s Recycling Contractual Services and Commodities project.
• Resolution 25‑337: Reprogram $7,265 ARPA funds to the Environmental & Water Resources Department’s Stream Gaging project.
• Resolution 25‑343: Authorize a contract for building‑management flooring & carpeting services with TSI Commercial Floor Covering, Inc. & Angstrom LLC (BID# 25‑029‑DH).
• Resolutions 25‑359 through 25‑363: Approve intergovernmental agreements with Rock Island, Ogle, Lee, Stephenson, and Whiteside counties for juvenile detention services.
• Resolution 25‑351: Create the position of Kane County Historian.

The board adopted the "We Stand United Against Hate Week" proclamation after amending its wording, with a unanimous 21‑0 roll‑call vote. Earlier, the Veterans’ Week proclamation was also adopted by roll‑call vote. The board removed Resolution No. 25‑338 from the consent agenda.

• Adopt Veterans’ Week proclamation (adopted by roll‑call vote, all ayes)
• Motion to table Hate Week proclamation failed (vote 7‑15)
• Amend Hate Week proclamation wording (vote 21‑0)
• Adopt Hate Week proclamation as amended (vote 21‑0)
• Adopt original proclamation as amended (vote 21‑0)
• Remove Resolution No. 25‑338 from consent agenda (motion by Tepe passed)
• Approve remote attendance for Board Member Daugherty by consensus (no objections)
• Approve September 9, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent

Forest Preserve District Commission

The Forest Preserve District Commission will consider resolutions including a 44.45-acre land purchase adjacent to Meissner-Corron Forest Preserve, a bison grazing license with the American Indian Center, and the FY2026-2027 estimated budget for the 2025 tax levy. They will also vote on a three-year ADP contract for payroll and HR services and an amendment to the purchasing ordinance. The meeting opens with public comment and recognition of the late Commissioner Dale Berman.

• Resolution to purchase ~44.45 acres adjacent to Meissner-Corron Forest Preserve in Campton Township
• Resolution authorizing a bison grazing license with the American Indian Center at Burlington Prairie Forest Preserve
• Resolution approving a three-year contract with ADP for payroll, HR, tax filing, and record-keeping
• Resolution establishing the FY2026-2027 estimated budget for the 2025 tax levy
• Ordinance amending the Forest Preserve District's purchasing ordinance

Judicial and Public Safety Strategic Planning and Technology Commission

The Judicial and Public Safety Strategic Planning and Technology Commission will consider an ordinance that restates and amends several prior ordinances establishing the commission. The commission will also receive reports on the Odyssey CMS/Axon system and the 2025 YTD budget, discuss the status of the 2026 submitted budget, and elect a chairperson. Proposed 2026 meeting dates will be set.

• Ordinance: Restating and Amending Ordinances 20-296, 18-419, 14-168, 14-12, 13-27, and 11-400 Establishing the Judicial and Public Safety Strategic Planning and Technology Commission
• Election of Chairperson
• Status of 2026 Submitted Budget
• Odyssey CMS/Axon Report
• 2025 YTD Budget Report

The Commission voted to keep Judge Judith Brawka as its Chairperson for another two‑year term. It also approved the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes, adopted the proposed 2026 meeting dates, and approved the reports placed on file. The meeting was then adjourned.

• July 10, 2025 minutes approved (voice vote)
• Judge Judith Brawka reappointed as Chairperson (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• 2026 meeting dates (Jan 8, Apr 9, Jul 9, Oct 8) approved (voice vote)
• Reports placed on file approved (voice vote)
• Meeting adjourned (voice vote)

Forest Preserve District Executive Committee

The Forest Preserve District Executive Committee will vote on several resolutions including a three-year contract with ADP for payroll services, an amendment to the purchasing ordinance, and the FY2026-2027 estimated budget to set the 2025 tax levy. They will also consider a license for bison grazing at Burlington Prairie Forest Preserve with the American Indian Center, and approve the purchase of approximately 44.45 acres adjacent to Meissner-Corron Forest Preserve. A closed session is scheduled to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel.

• Approval of bills and commissioners' per diem for September 2025
• Three-year contract with ADP for payroll, HR, tax filing, and record keeping
• Ordinance amending the Purchasing Ordinance for the Forest Preserve District
• Resolution approving FY2026-2027 estimated budget to establish 2025 tax levy
• Purchase of 44.45 +/- acres adjacent to Meissner-Corron Forest Preserve in Campton Township

KC Strategic Plan Subcommittee

The Kane County Strategic Plan Subcommittee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss survey questions, stakeholder lists, and locations for community meetings and forums.

• Approval of September 24, 2025 minutes
• Review of survey questions
• Review of stakeholder list
• Discussion of community meeting locations

KC Executive Committee

The Kane County Executive Committee will review a consent agenda with more than 30 resolutions and ordinances, including ARPA fund reprogrammings, contract awards, and fee schedule updates. Non-consent items include a resolution to create the position of Kane County Historian, authorizing Grand Victoria Riverboat funding for internal projects, and a proclamation for Veterans' Week. The committee also will consider a resolution to set a public hearing date for updating the road improvement impact fee ordinance.

• Resolution creating the position of Kane County Historian
• Resolution authorizing $239,230.95 reprogramming from Ogden Gardens ARPA project to Recycling Contractual Services
• Resolution awarding construction contract for Randall Road at Illinois Route 72 intersection improvement to Martam Construction, Inc. ($ not specified)
• Ordinance adopting revised schedule of fees for stormwater permits in unincorporated Kane County
• Resolution authorizing contract extension for Dark Fiber with Metro Fibernet, LLC for IT department

The Executive Committee approved remote attendance for three members after hearing no objections. The minutes from the August 26 and September 3 meetings were approved by unanimous consent. The committee then moved forward seven American Rescue Plan Act resolutions, including a first amendment to the agreement with the Elgin Partnership for Early Learning, with the motion passing unanimously.

• Approved remote attendance for Allan, Lewis, and Sanchez (no objections)
• Approved August 26 and September 3 minutes by unanimous consent
• Advanced seven ARPA resolutions, including EPEL amendment (unanimous vote)

Kane County Ad Hoc Executive Director of Workforce Development Search Committee

The Kane County Ad Hoc Executive Director of Workforce Development Search Committee is meeting to interview candidates for the position. The interviews will occur in executive session, followed by open session and adjournment. No other business is on the agenda.

• Executive session for candidate interviews for Executive Director of Workforce Development

KC AD HOC Riverboat Grant Committee

The Kane County Riverboat Grant Committee will meet to review internal grant applications for fiscal year 2026. The group will also review the history of fund allocations and current balances.

• Review FY2026 internal grant applications
• Review three-year history of GVRB fund allocations
• Review GVRB fund 2026 internal applications and balances

The Riverboat Grant Committee moved a set of internal funding recommendations to the Executive Committee and approved them by voice vote. The approved projects total $4,063,602, leaving roughly $1.1 million for external requests. No reserves from the Riverboat Fund were used.

• Approved $30,000 for County Board Internship Program
• Approved $100,000 for County Board Strategic Plan
• Approved $1,064,481 for State's Attorney Child Advocacy Center
• Approved $750,000 for County Board Farmland Preservation
• Approved $580,375 for Development Economic Development
• Approved $306,500 for Information Tech Web Technical Services
• Approved $213,229 for Health Kane Kares
• Approved $161,400 for Environmental Management Recycling Program

Forest Preserve District, Planning and Utilization Committee

The Planning and Utilization Committee will consider a resolution authorizing a license for bison grazing with the American Indian Center at Burlington Prairie Forest Preserve. The committee will also hold a closed session to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel. Other items include approval of minutes from June and August 2025 and public comment.

• Resolution authorizing bison grazing license with American Indian Center at Burlington Prairie Forest Preserve (TMP-25-1142)
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition, license agreements, potential litigation, and personnel

Forest Preserve District, Land Acquisition Committee

The Kane County Forest Preserve District Land Acquisition Committee will meet to approve minutes and discuss land acquisition, license agreements, and potential litigation in closed session. The meeting will be held in Geneva, Illinois.

• Approval of August 28, 2025 minutes
• Closed session for land acquisition and potential litigation
• Public comment period with 3-minute limit per speaker
• Remote attendance via Zoom available
• Next meeting scheduled for October 30, 2025

KC Strategic Plan Subcommittee

The KC Strategic Plan Subcommittee will discuss and vote on approving six categories for the Social Pin Point Ideas Wall, including Jobs, Transportation, Community Wellbeing, IT, Energy, and Housing. The committee will also review and approve survey questions, a stakeholder list, and the strategic planning schedule. Additionally, they will discuss a community promotion plan and public forum locations for November 4th and 5th.

• Approve six categories for Social Pin Point Ideas Wall: Jobs and Economic Development, Transportation and Mobility, Community Wellbeing and Public Health, IT and Buildings, Energy and Environmental, Housing, Land Use, and the Built Enviornment
• Review & approve survey questions
• Approve stakeholder list recommendations
• Approve Kane County Strategic Planning Schedule
• Discuss Public Forum Locations on November 4th & 5th

The subcommittee approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. Remote attendance for members Molina and Linder was allowed after no objections were raised. The committee also decided that future subcommittee meetings will be held on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 12:00 p.m.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Allowed remote attendance for members Molina and Linder (no objections)
• Set subcommittee meetings for the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 12:00 p.m.

KC American Rescue Plan Committee

The Kane County American Rescue Plan Committee will discuss a program report and consider seven resolutions to reprogram ARPA funds between county projects. Notable actions include a $239,230.95 transfer from the Ogden Gardens project to recycling contractual services, and a $46,200.55 transfer from mental health support to HVAC renovations. The committee will also vote on a first amendment to an agreement with the Elgin Partnership for Early Learning.

• Resolution to approve First Amendment to agreement with Elgin Partnership for Early Learning (EPEL)
• Reprogram $239,230.95 from Ogden Gardens ARPA Project to Recycling Contractual Services ARPA Project
• Reprogram $46,200.55 from mental health crisis support project to HVAC renovations at Kane County Satellite Offices in Elgin
• Reprogram $54,550 from 211 Phone System ARPA Project to Access Control ARPA Project
• Reprogram $25,450 from 211 Phone System ARPA Project to Addressing Behavioral Health Needs of Kane County Residents ARPA Project

The KC American Rescue Plan Committee moved forward multiple reprogramming actions for State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, including a $214,567.56 transfer from the Ogden Gardens project to a recycling services project. The committee also approved a First Amendment to the agreement with the Elgin Partnership for Early Learning. Prior meeting minutes from February 26, 2025 were approved by unanimous consent.

• Approved First Amendment to Agreement with Elgin Partnership for Early Learning (moved forward)
• Approved reprogramming $314 from Mobile Operations Command Post ARPA to Access Control ARPA (moved forward)
• Approved reprogramming $7,265 from Ogden Gardens ARPA to Stream Gaging ARPA (moved forward)
• Approved reprogramming $214,567.56 from Ogden Gardens ARPA to Recycling Services ARPA (moved forward)
• Approved reprogramming $25,450 from 211 Phone System ARPA to Behavioral Health Needs ARPA (moved forward)
• Approved reprogramming $54,550 from 211 Phone System ARPA to Access Control ARPA (moved forward)
• Approved reprogramming $46,200.55 from Mental Health Expansion ARPA to HVAC System Renovations ARPA (moved forward)
• Approved minutes of February 26, 2025 by unanimous consent

KC Finance and Budget Committee

The Finance and Budget Committee will consider a resolution to contract with Humana Inc. for 2026 healthcare continuation coverage for Medicare-eligible retired and disabled employees and surviving spouses. Other items include an emergency appropriation to transfer funds from a debt service fund to the general fund, several intergovernmental agreements for juvenile detention services, and a resolution providing funds to Batavia for an energy efficiency program. The meeting also covers routine reports from the Treasurer, Auditor, and Finance Director.

• Resolution authorizing contract with Humana Inc. for 2026 healthcare coverage for Medicare-eligible retirees, disabled employees, and surviving spouses
• Resolution providing funds to the City of Batavia for an energy efficiency program
• Emergency appropriation for transfer of funds from JJC/AJC Refunding Debt Service Fund #623 to the General Fund – General Account #001
• Intergovernmental agreements with Rock Island, Ogle, Lee, Stephenson, and Whiteside counties for juvenile detention services
• Approval of August 2025 claims paid and budget adjustments in the Auditor's Office

The Finance and Budget Committee approved the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting by unanimous consent. It also approved August 2025 claims, authorized a budget adjustment for the Auditor’s Office AI expense, and approved three new contracts: a Humana Inc. healthcare continuation contract, funding for the City of Batavia energy‑efficiency program, and a USGS operations and maintenance agreement for stream and rainfall gages.

• Approved August 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved August 2025 claims paid (roll call vote)
• Authorized transfer of appropriation and budget adjustment for Auditor’s Office AI expense (roll call vote)
• Authorized contract with Humana Inc. for 2026 healthcare continuation coverage (roll call vote)
• Authorized funds to City of Batavia for energy‑efficiency program (roll call vote)
• Approved FY2026 operations and maintenance agreement with USGS for stream and rainfall gages (roll call vote)

KC Labor Management Committee

The KC Labor Management Committee will hold a primarily procedural meeting, including approval of previous minutes and an executive session to discuss collective bargaining agreements for the County Clerk's Office.

• Executive session to discuss collective bargaining agreements for the County Clerk's Office

The Labor Management Committee approved the August 26, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent. It entered executive session to discuss the County Clerk's Office collective bargaining agreements, with a unanimous roll‑call vote. The committee then returned to open session by unanimous voice vote and adjourned the meeting by voice vote.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Entered executive session to discuss Clerk's office bargaining agreements (unanimous roll‑call)
• Returned to open session (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

KC Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to review presentations and hold discussions regarding groundwater sustainability and the Climate Action Implementation Plan.

• Discussion on Kane County Shallow Groundwater Sustainability
• Discussion on Kane County Climate Action Implementation Plan

Forest Preserve, Finance and Administration Committee

The Forest Preserve, Finance and Administration Committee will review a payroll services contract and an amendment to the purchasing ordinance. Members will also discuss the tax levy for fiscal year 2026-2027.

• TMP-25-1038: Three-year contract with Automatic Data Processing (ADP) for payroll, HR, tax filing, and record keeping
• TMP-25-1042: Ordinance amending the Purchasing Ordinance for the Forest Preserve District of Kane County
• TMP-25-1167: Presentation and discussion of the Tax Levy for Fiscal Year 2026-2027

KC Agriculture Committee

The committee will discuss and adopt its 2025 goals, including revising the County Code definition of the committee, raising public awareness of agriculture, farmland protection, and the Growing for Kane program. Partners will provide updates: Kane County Farm Bureau, Northern Illinois Food Bank, SNAP-Ed, and the Soil and Water Conservation District. A presentation on the Growing for Kane program is also scheduled.

• Revise County Code definition of the Agriculture Committee
• Farmland protection and pursuing funding for conservation efforts
• Growing for Kane program updates — expanding locally grown foods and community access
• ARPA small grants for farmers
• Economic development projects for agriculture identified in the Economic Development Strategic Plan

The meeting began without an in‑person quorum, so no votes could be taken. After a quorum was established, the committee approved the meeting reports by unanimous consent and then adjourned by voice vote. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.

• Approved reports placed on file (unanimous consent)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

KC Public Service Committee

The Public Service Committee will receive monthly reports from the Recorder, Treasurer, Supervisor of Assessments, Veteran's Assistance Commission, and County Clerk. The committee will also consider two proclamations: one recognizing Veteran's Week and another honoring Chris Lauzen for the 2025 Cashvest National Leadership Award. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial actions.

• Proclamation recognizing Veteran's Week
• Proclamation honoring Chris Lauzen for Cashvest National Leadership Award
• Monthly financial report from Finance
• Monthly report from Recorder
• Monthly report from Treasurer/Collector

The KC Public Service Committee voted to move forward a proclamation honoring Treasurer Chris Lauzen for the 2025 Cashvest National Leadership Award. The committee also approved a proclamation recognizing November 4‑11, 2025 as Veterans’ Week in Kane County. Minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting and the report‑placement filing were approved by unanimous consent. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Proclamation honoring Chris Lauzen for 2025 Cashvest award moved forward (ayes: Sanchez, Lewis, Tepe; nay: Surges absent; Gumz away)
• Proclamation recognizing Nov 4‑11, 2025 as Veterans’ Week moved forward (ayes: Sanchez, Young, Gripe, Gumz, Lewis, Tepe; Surges absent)
• Approval of August 21, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent
• Approval of reports placed on file by unanimous consent

KC Public Health Committee

The Kane County Public Health Committee will approve agreements with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for Homeless Prevention Grants for Program Year 2025. The committee will also review monthly reports on finance, animal control, and the Executive Director's updates on West Nile Virus and suicide prevention.

• Ratify agreements with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for Homeless Prevention Grants for Program Year 2025
• Executive Director update on West Nile Virus Prevention
• Executive Director update on Suicide Prevention Awareness Month - Kane County Data
• Executive Director update on KCHD Elgin Facility Updates
• Animal Control monthly report

The committee ratified agreements with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the 2025 Homeless Prevention Grants, moving the measure forward by roll‑call vote. Minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting were approved by unanimous consent. Remote attendance for three members was accepted without objection, and the meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Ratified HUD Homeless Prevention Grants agreement (roll call vote)
• Approved August 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved remote attendance for Arroyo, Penesis, Tarver (no objections)
• Approved reports placed on file (unanimous consent)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

KC County Development Committee

The Kane County Development Committee will review building and zoning reports, consider fee changes for stormwater permits, and discuss landscape screening for commercial solar facilities. The committee will also address a setback variation for the Knoll Creek West subdivision.

• Zoning petitions for Riverside Club, Michael Bohanek, and SV CSG Wilson School Solar LLC
• Resolution to amend Chapter 6 of the Kane County Code regarding building fees
• Ordinance to adopt a revised schedule of fees for stormwater permits
• Setback variation request for the Knoll Creek West subdivision
• Discussion on landscape screening for commercial solar energy facilities

The committee appointed County Vice‑Chairman Bill Roth as Pro‑Temp Chairman by unanimous roll‑call vote. The minutes from August 19 and August 28 were approved by unanimous consent. Zoning Petition 4665 (Riverside Club Special Use Permit) and Petition 4667 (Rezoning of 50W760 Scott Road) were each moved forward to the County Board by roll‑call vote.

• Appointed Bill Roth as Pro‑Temp Chairman (unanimous roll‑call)
• Approved August 19 and August 28 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Moved Petition 4665 (Riverside Club Special Use Permit) forward to County Board (AYE: Sonia Garcia, Mo Iqbal, Bill Lenert; NAY: Dale Berman, Corinne M. Pierog)
• Moved Petition 4667 (Rezoning of 50W760 Scott Road) forward to County Board (AYE: Dale Berman, Corinne M. Pierog; NAY: none recorded)

KC Transportation Committee

The KC Transportation Committee will consider resolutions to approve construction contracts for the Randall Road at Illinois Route 72 Intersection Improvement and the KDOT Fiber Optic Backup Improvement Project, as well as a resolution to schedule a public hearing on land use assumptions for the Road Improvement Impact Fee Ordinance. The meeting also includes routine reports on finance, maintenance, and traffic operations.

• Resolution approving construction contract for Randall Road at Illinois Route 72 Intersection Improvement (contractor TBD)
• Resolution approving agreement with Stanley Consultants for Phase III engineering on Randall Road-IL 72 project
• Resolution approving contract with Helm Electric for KDOT Fiber Optic Backup Improvement Project
• Resolution to set public hearing date for updating Road Improvement Impact Fee Ordinance land use assumptions
• Resolution approving agreement for County Engineer's Salary Program

The Transportation Committee moved forward the agreement for the County Engineer's Salary Program, making it a perpetual arrangement, by roll‑call vote. It also approved a contract with Helm Electric for the KDOT Fiber Optic Backup Improvement Project by roll‑call vote. Additionally, the committee approved a public hearing date of November 18, 2025 for the Road Improvement Impact Fee Ordinance and adopted two Adopt‑A‑Highway renewal applications.

• Approved perpetual County Engineer salary agreement (roll‑call vote)
• Approved contract with Helm Electric for fiber optic backup project (roll‑call vote)
• Approved public hearing date Nov 18, 2025 for Impact Fee Ordinance (roll‑call vote)
• Adopt‑A‑Highway renewals approved for IBEW Local 117 and The Phillips Family (roll‑call vote)
• Adopt‑A‑Highway renewals approved (roll‑call vote)
• Adopt‑A‑Highway renewals approved (roll‑call vote)
• Adopt‑A‑Highway renewals approved (roll‑call vote)
• Adopt‑A‑Highway renewals approved (roll‑call vote)

KC Jobs Committee

The KC Jobs Committee will discuss an ad-hoc task force on government business policy improvements to reduce red tape, consider a resolution recognizing October as Manufacturing Month in Kane County, and receive staff updates on economic development initiatives. The meeting also covers workforce development, ARPA program objectives, and regional partnership efforts.

• Ad-Hoc Task Force to discuss government business policy improvements (cutting red tape)
• Resolution recognizing October as Manufacturing Month in Kane County
• Staff updates on Kane County Economic Development Initiatives
• Office of Community Reinvestment - Workforce Development Division
• Implementation of approved ARPA projects including Economic Development Organization launch, Fabulous Fox! Water Trail, farmer grants, tourism, and manufacturing

The committee approved the August 15, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent. A motion to forward matters to the Kane County Executive Committee was approved by roll‑call vote. Placement of reports on file was approved by unanimous consent, and the meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved August 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Motion to forward items to KC Executive Committee approved by roll‑call vote (aye: Gary Daugherty)
• Approved placement of reports on file (unanimous consent)
• Adjourned meeting by voice vote

KC Energy and Environmental Committee

The KC Energy and Environmental Committee will review the Environmental Management FY2026 budget and a groundwater study update. Members will consider resolutions regarding the electrical aggregation program and funding for a residential energy efficiency program in the City of Batavia.

• Environmental Management’s FY2026 Budget Presentation
• Resolution to amend Master Power Supply Agreement for Electrical Aggregation Program (RFP #25-035-TK)
• Resolution to provide funds to the City of Batavia for an energy efficiency program
• Resolution for FY2026 Operations and Maintenance Agreement with USGS for stream and rainfall gages
• Kane County Groundwater Study update

The Energy and Environmental Committee moved three items forward by roll‑call vote: an amendment to the Master Power Supply Agreement for the Electrical Aggregation Program, provision of funds to the City of Batavia for its energy‑efficiency program, and a FY2026 operations and maintenance agreement with the USGS for stream and rainfall gauges. Minutes from August 15, 2025, and the report filing were approved by unanimous consent, and the meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Amendment to Master Power Supply Agreement for Electrical Aggregation Program – moved forward by roll‑call vote (AYE: David Young; NAY: Bill Tarter, Corinne M. Pierog; ABSENT: Ted Penesis)
• Provision of funds to City of Batavia for energy‑efficiency program – moved forward by roll‑call vote (AYE: David Young; NAY: Bill Tarter, Corinne M. Pierog)
• FY2026 Operations and Maintenance Agreement with USGS for stream and rainfall gauges – moved forward by roll‑call vote (AYE: Bill Tarter, Corinne M. Pierog)
• Approval of August 15, 2025 minutes – approved by unanimous consent
• Reports placed on file – approved by unanimous consent
• Adjournment – approved by voice vote

KC Judicial/Public Safety Committee

The committee will consider a resolution authorizing funding for a rapid DNA instrument and database capability for the Kane County Forensics Lab, along with a budget adjustment. They will also vote on intergovernmental agreements with five counties for juvenile detention services. Monthly reports from KaneComm, Emergency Management, Sheriff/Adult Corrections, Coroner, and other offices are scheduled for discussion.

• Resolution authorizing funding for purchase of Rapid DNA Instrument and database capability for Kane County Forensics Lab and budget adjustment
• Intergovernmental agreements for juvenile detention services with Rock Island, Ogle, Lee, Stephenson, and Whiteside counties
• Monthly reports from KaneComm, Emergency Management, Sheriff/Adult Corrections, Coroner, State's Attorney, Public Defender, Court Services, and Circuit Clerk
• Committee goals include reviewing financial impact of Safe-T Act and addressing space needs for Judicial/Public Safety partners

The committee approved the August 14 minutes by unanimous consent and allowed two members to attend remotely with no objections. A motion to advance the purchase of a Rapid DNA instrument for the Forensics Lab failed because it lacked a second. A resolution to move an intergovernmental juvenile detention agreement to the Finance and Budget Committee was moved forward by roll‑call vote.

• Approved August 14 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Allowed remote attendance for members Gumz and Williams (no objections)
• Motion to advance Rapid DNA instrument purchase failed (no second)
• Resolution to move juvenile detention intergovernmental agreement to Finance & Budget Committee moved forward (roll‑call vote)

KC Administration Committee

The KC Administration Committee will consider several resolutions authorizing contracts and extensions for building management, information technology, and GIS services. Notable items include a dark fiber lease extension with Metro Fibernet, additional funds for work order software, and a contract for flooring and carpeting services. The committee will also review finance reports and committee goals.

• Resolution authorizing additional funds with Facilities Survey, LLC for work order software module
• Resolution authorizing contract for flooring & carpeting services with TSI Commercial Floor Covering, Inc. & Angstrom LLC (BID# 25-029-DH)
• Resolution authorizing contract extension for water operator with Sheaffer and Roland of Geneva, IL (RFQ# 56-024)
• Resolution authorizing lease extension for dark fiber with Metro Fibernet, LLC for Information Technologies
• Resolution authorizing agreement for cadastral support services for Geographic Information Systems

The Administration Committee approved the August 15, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent. Several contract resolutions—including a work‑order software module, flooring services, a water‑operator extension, a dark‑fiber lease, and GIS cadastral support—were moved forward to the KC Executive Committee. The committee also authorized a discussion on purchasing or leasing County real property in an executive session, and then returned to open session.

• Approved August 15, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent
• Moved forward Building Management work‑order software module contract ($8K/yr) to KC Executive Committee
• Moved forward Building Management flooring & carpeting services contract (BID# 25-029-DH) to KC Executive Committee
• Moved forward Water Operator contract extension ($21K) for Judicial Center Campus to KC Executive Committee
• Moved forward Dark Fiber lease extension for IT Department (three‑year) to KC Executive Committee
• Moved forward GIS cadastral support services agreement with The Sidwell Company to KC Executive Committee
• Authorized discussion of purchase/lease of real property (executive session) – unanimous roll call
• Authorized return to open session – unanimous voice vote

KC Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee will consider a resolution to award a contract to Humana Inc. to provide continuation health coverage for Medicare‑eligible retired and disabled employees and their surviving spouses in 2026. The meeting will also review a resolution extending the workers‑compensation claims administrator contract and discuss updates to benefits enrollment, extended illness policy, and employee health insurance matters.

• Resolution to contract with Humana Inc. for 2026 Medicare continuation coverage
• Resolution to extend contract with Workers Compensation and Liability Claims Third Party Administrator
• Discussion of 2026 benefits enrollment process
• Update to extended illness policy
• Review of health insurance issues by Department of Human Resource Management

The Human Services Committee voted to forward a resolution authorizing a contract with Humana Inc. for 2026 Medicare supplement coverage to the Finance and Budget Committee. It also forwarded a contract extension for workers‑compensation claims to the Executive Committee. The committee approved the July 9 minutes, placed reports on file, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent
• Moved forward workers‑compensation contract extension to KC Executive Committee (roll‑call vote; Pierog absent)
• Moved forward Humana contract for 2026 Medicare supplement to KC Finance and Budget Committee (roll‑call vote; Pierog absent)
• Approved placement of reports on file by unanimous consent
• Adjourned meeting by voice vote

County Board

The County Board will hear the FY2024 annual audit and consider a consent agenda with numerous resolutions including property acquisitions, contracts, and grants. An executive session is scheduled for settlement of claims, followed by a vote on a specific claim. A zoning petition for Anamite Solar, LLC will be heard, and several intergovernmental agreements for juvenile detention services are up for approval.

• Presentation of Kane County FY2024 Annual Audit
• Zoning petition #4664 by Anamite Solar, LLC
• Authorizing acquisition of real property for Randall Road at Hopps Road intersection and CNRR grade separation improvement (Section 19-00511-00-CH)
• Authorizing intergovernmental agreements with Montgomery, Mason, Shelby, and Carroll counties for juvenile detention services
• Resolution confirming subrecipients for Housing Stabilization Services using Emergency Rental Assistance Program 2 funds

The Kane County Board adopted five proclamations covering suicide prevention, preparedness, Constitution Week, recovery and Hispanic Heritage Month. Resolution 25-308 for an artwork donation was moved up and passed unanimously by voice vote. The board then approved the Consent Agenda, which includes authorizations for supplies, capital projects, contracts, easement amendments, and other items listed in resolutions 25-297 through 25-324.

• Adopted TMP-25-1060 proclamation recognizing September 2025 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month (roll call vote)
• Adopted TMP-25-954 proclamation recognizing September 2025 as National Preparedness Month (roll call vote)
• Adopted TMP-25-1063 proclamation commemorating Constitution and Citizenship Day (roll call vote)
• Adopted TMP-25-1062 proclamation recognizing National Recovery Month and International Overdose Awareness Day (roll call vote)
• Adopted TMP-25-1107 proclamation recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month (roll call vote)
• Approved Resolution 25-308 (artwork donation) by unanimous voice vote
• Approved the Consent Agenda authorizing items 25-297 to 25-324 (including purchases, contracts, and easement amendments)
• Removed Resolutions 25-299, 25-300, 25-307, and 25-309 from the Consent Agenda per member requests

Forest Preserve District Commission

The Forest Preserve District Commission will vote on resolutions including a major land acquisition/exchange of approximately 415 acres in Campton and Blackberry townships, purchases of equipment and vehicles, and applications for state grant funds. They will also consider a utility easement for fiber optic service on the Great Western Trail and approve minutes and bills from August.

• Resolution affirming letter of intent for purchase, donation, exchange, and sale of ~415 acres in Campton and Blackberry townships (FP-R-25-09-3186)
• Resolution to apply for IDNR OSLAD grant for acquisition assistance adjacent to Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve (FP-R-25-09-3181)
• Resolution to apply for IDNR OSLAD grant for wildlife observation platform at Muirhead Springs Forest Preserve (FP-R-25-09-3185)
• Resolution approving purchase of one 96" Toro 7500 Z Master and four Ford trucks (FP-R-25-09-3176, 3177)
• Resolution authorizing utility easement with METRONET for fiber optic on Great Western Trail (FP-R-25-09-3180)

KC AD HOC Opioid Settlement Fund Committee

The KC AD HOC Opioid Settlement Fund Committee will meet to discuss the allocation of settlement revenue. The primary item is a resolution to approve expenditures for forensic lab expenses and a corresponding budget adjustment.

• Resolution approving Opioid Settlement Revenue Expenditures for Forensic Lab Expenses and budget adjustment

The committee did not have a quorum, so no actions were taken. Approval of the May 1, 2025 minutes and the resolution to fund forensic lab expenses were postponed to the next meeting. Chairman Isaacson will contact members to set a new meeting date.

Forest Preserve District Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will review resolutions for land acquisition grants and utility easements. The body is also deciding on several vehicle and equipment purchases and maintenance bids for preserves and golf courses.

• Utility easement with METRONET for fiber optic service at Great Western Trail in Campton Township
• IDNR OSLAD grant applications for property in Dundee Township and improvements at Muirhead Springs Forest Preserve
• Purchase of two 2025 Ford F-150 Police Responder trucks, one 2025 Ford F-450, and one 2025 Ford F-550
• Bids for resurfacing Hughes Creek Golf Club cart paths and new construction at Settler’s Hill Golf Course
• Bids for tree and brush clearing at portions of 11 Forest Preserves

KC Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider a consent agenda with over 40 resolutions, including major transportation projects like property acquisitions for Randall Road improvements and engineering amendments for Longmeadow Parkway. Other items include farmland conservation easement amendments, rental assistance intergovernmental agreements, opioid response funding, and juvenile detention service contracts. The committee also will vote on proclamations and a few non-consent items such as an artwork donation and housing stabilization services.

• Resolution authorizing acquisition of real property for Randall Road at Hopps Road Intersection and CNRR Grade Separation Improvement Project
• Resolution amending Resolution 25-066 for Randall Road at Big Timber Road Intersection Improvement Project property acquisition
• Resolution approving Amendment No. 2 for Phase III Construction Engineering Services for Longmeadow Parkway C-2
• Resolution authorizing Intergovernmental Agreement with Illinois Housing Development Authority for Emergency Rental Assistance Program funds
• Resolution authorizing Opioid Response Community Implementation Projects

The Executive Committee approved the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. The Committee also agreed to move to agenda item 14B for a Legislative Update. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Moved to agenda item 14B Legislative Update (consensus)