Jo Daviess County public meetings in 2021
74 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Law Enforcement & Courts Committee
The committee will meet to discuss and potentially set the meeting dates and start times for FY2022. The agenda also includes a review of FY2021-FY2022 strategic goals and plans.
- Establishment of FY2022 meeting dates and start times
- Review of FY2021-FY2022 Strategic Goals and Plans
- Staff reports from the Sheriff, Circuit Clerk, Probation, and Public Defender
County Board
The County Board will review a consent agenda including $1,205,999.45 in claims and various line item transfers. The board is also considering personnel salaries, district boundary changes, and special use permits for residences.
- Claims approval for $1,205,999.45, including $128,236.44 for GGMI Hotel/Motel Tax Reimbursement
- Proposed salary of $63,914 for Chief County Assessment Officer and $58,087 for GIS/IT Systems Manager
- Bid from Virtue Motors for a Ford F550 1 ton truck chassis at a cost of $39,150
- Special use permits for non-agricultural residences on W Sand Hill Road and N Main Street
- Proposed reapportionment plan for County Board district boundary changes
Legislative Committee
The Jo Daviess County Legislative Committee will meet to adopt its 2022 meeting schedule. The body will also discuss county legislative goals and the general assembly schedule.
- Adoption of the 2022 Legislative Committee Meeting Schedule
- Discussion of possible County legislative goals
- Review of 2021 legislation from IACBM handout
- Discussion of limited general assembly schedule
Liquor Commission
The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission will discuss and potentially act on the 2022 renewal of retailer liquor licenses for 24 different businesses. These licenses range from Class A to Class E.
- Renewal of Class A license for Chestnut Mnt. Ski Resort, LLC
- Renewal of Class A license for Galena Golf Club, Inc.
- Renewal of Class E licenses for Galena Cellars, Inc. and Massbach Ridge, LCC
- Renewal of multiple licenses for Eagle Ridge Hospitality, LLC
- Renewal of Class C license for Galena Territory Assoc. Inc.
708 Mental Health Board
The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on reimbursement requests for the 3rd and 4th quarters of FY2021. The board will also receive reports from several service providers.
- Reimbursement requests for Midwest Medical Center
- Reimbursement requests for Riverview Center, Inc.
- Reimbursement requests for Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc.
- Reimbursement requests for Contact of Northern Illinois
- Reimbursement requests for Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, Kreider Services, and Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Department
Executive Committee
The Jo Daviess County Executive Committee will discuss the reapportionment of board districts and election precinct boundaries based on 2020 Census data. The body will also consider resolutions regarding staff positions, pay structures, and a federal grant agreement.
- Reapportionment of Jo Daviess County Board districts based on 2020 Census data
- Changes to election precinct boundary lines
- Reclassification and pay grade amendment for the Administrative Assistant Position – County Administrator’s Office
- Execution and amendment of Federal Section 5311 Grant Agreement
- Salary increase request by CCAO
Ethics Commission
The Ethics Commission will meet to review and approve the minutes from the November 08, 2021 meeting. The body also intends to address unfinished business regarding the approval of its operating rules and procedures.
- Approval of November 08, 2021 meeting minutes
- Approval of Ethics Commission By-Laws (Operating Rules and Procedures)
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Emergency Telephone System Board will review financial reports and accounts payable totaling $16,027.34. The board is also considering several funding requests for technical installations and equipment for the dispatch center.
- Proposed $2,662.87 for signal tower lights on dispatch consoles
- Proposed $550.00 for a control timer to disable alert tones
- Proposed $340.10 for network cables for the master Motorola computer
- Proposed $1,417.50 for a Motorola UHF radio to store page codes
- Review of November 2021 accounts payable claims totaling $16,027.34
Information & Communications Technology Committee
The Information and Communication Technology Committee will meet to discuss an intergovernmental agreement regarding project cost sharing. The body will also determine meeting dates and times for the 2022 fiscal year.
- Intergovernmental agreement with Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association for orthophotography project cost sharing
- Establishing FY2022 meeting dates and start times
- Review of 2021 County Board Retreat goals
- GIS, Website, and Information Technology updates
Development & Planning Committee
The Development & Planning Committee will discuss simplifying zoning ordinances to encourage business. Members will also consider text amendments and driveway slope regulations for guest accommodations.
- Simplification and replacement of zoning ordinances
- Guest accommodations text amendment
- Guest accommodation regulations for driveway slopes
- Comprehensive plan update goal steps
- FY2022 meeting dates and start times
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on several vehicle bids and staffing. The agenda includes discussions on road plowing at the Savanna Army Depot and the 2022 meeting schedule.
- Plow/Dump Truck Chassis Bid
- Plow/Dump Truck Body Bid
- 1 ton Dump Truck Chassis Bid
- Savanna Army Depot Road Plowing
- Staff Engineer Position
Personnel Review Committee
The Personnel Review Committee will meet to discuss employee compensation policies and pay scales. The body will also consider changes to sick time limits and federal vaccine mandates.
- Discussion and possible action on Carlson Dettman compensation policy
- Possible bidding of a compensation study to a third party vendor
- Discussion on Jo Daviess County pay scale and market analysis
- Possible increase of sick time cap to 40 days
- Discussion of OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard regarding employee vaccine mandate
Social & Environmental Committee
The Social & Environmental Committee will review updates regarding the County Health Department, passenger rail feasibility, and transit service area plans. The committee may also take action on JDC Transit fares, fees, and new software procurement.
- Review of JDC Transit fares and fees
- Update on Passenger Rail Feasibility Study
- Update on Jo Daviess County Transit Service Area Plan
- Possible action on sole source procurement for new Transit Platform software
- Resolution regarding County Administrator authority for transit contracts
Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee
The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will consider paying FY2021 COVID-19 expenses over $2,000 from the Contingency Fund. The body will also discuss transferring county interests in two Thompson Township parcels to the Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association.
- Payment of FY2021 COVID-19 expenses over $2,000 from Contingency Fund (016)
- Deed of conveyance for parcel 18-003-123-00 in Thompson Township to Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association
- Deed of conveyance for parcel 18-008-020-00 in Thompson Township to Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association
- Update on Hotel/Motel Tax and Guest Accommodations
- FY2021/Fy2022 Strategic Goals and Plans
County Board
The County Board will present and consider adopting the FY2022 Annual Budget and Appropriations Ordinance. The board will also discuss and potentially adopt the FY2022 Annual Tax Levy Ordinance.
- FY2022 Jo Daviess County Annual Budget and Appropriations Ordinance
- FY2022 Jo Daviess County Annual Tax Levy Ordinance (2021 Levy/Payable 2022)
- Closed session regarding personnel, collective bargaining, and real property purchase/lease
- Closed session regarding litigation and a release agreement with the Workshop
County Board
The County Board is meeting to approve claims, public defender contracts, and zoning requests. The body will also discuss extending the COVID-19 emergency disaster declaration and updating employee operating hours.
- Approval of claims totaling $1,526,461.26
- Public Defender agreements with Thomas J. Nack ($70,401.88) and Nicholas P. Hyde ($46,365.97)
- Special use requests for residences on W Cross Road and W Sand Hill Road
- Audit engagement letters with Wipfli, LLP totaling $53,670
- Inmate food service contract with The Workshop, Galena, IL at $6.00 per lunch with beverage
Ethics Commission
The Ethics Commission will meet to organize its operations. The agenda includes electing officers and discussing the approval of commission by-laws.
- Election of Officers
- Discussion and approval of By-Laws
Personnel Review Committee
The Personnel Review Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on the classification of the County Administrator Administrative Assistant position.
- Request for classification of the County Administrator Administrative Assistant position
Board of Health
The Jo Daviess County Board of Health will review financial reports for public health and animal control funds. The board will consider actions regarding COVID grant funding, vaccination clinic agreements, and environmental health job descriptions.
- COVID Grant funding discussion and possible action
- COVID Vaccination Clinic Agreements discussion and possible action
- Environmental Health job descriptions discussion and possible action
- Financial reports for Public Health Fund 003, PH Catastrophic Fund 046, and Animal Control Fund 020
Development & Planning Committee
The Development & Planning Committee will consider a loan application from Lola’s Deli. Members will also discuss goals for simplifying and replacing current zoning ordinances to encourage business.
- Lola’s Deli Revolving Loan Fund application
- Discussion on simplification and replacement of zoning ordinances
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss highway department business. The agenda includes potential actions regarding a speed zone resolution and the Adopt-A-Highway program.
- Possible action on an altered speed zone resolution for Badger Road in Dunleith Township
- Discussion and possible action on the Adopt-A-Highway Program
- Project Map discussion
County Board
The County Board will review claims totaling $1,846,802.02 and discuss extending the COVID-19 emergency disaster declaration. The body is also considering several special use permits for residences on small lots and various personnel appointments.
- Engineering agreement for Guilford Road bridge replacement over Small Fox Creek costing $120,300 (split equally between township and county)
- Special use permits for residences on lots less than 40 acres at 13340 Airport Road and two locations on Brandt Road
- Claims approval in the amount of $1,846,802.02
- Proposed $22,000 payment from the Mental Health Fund for a settlement and release agreement
- Line item transfers totaling $80,300.00 for Public Transit
Development & Planning Committee
The Development & Planning Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on two code amendments. These items involve guest accommodations and building regulations.
- Proposed amendment to Title 4, Chapter 6 (Guest Accommodations)
- Proposed amendment to Title 7, Chapter 1, Section 3 (Building Regulations)
708 Mental Health Board
The board will meet to review reports from various service providers and conduct general business. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from the July 14, 2021 budget meeting.
- Approval of July 14, 2021 budget meeting minutes
- Service provider reports from Midwest Medical Center
- Service provider reports from Riverview Center, Inc.
- Service provider reports from Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc.
- Service provider reports from Contact of Northern Illinois, Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, and Kreider Services
Social & Environmental Committee
The committee will review and potentially take action on JDC Transit fares, fees, and fuel bidding methodology. Members will also discuss solar and a contract between Jo Daviess County Transit and Galena ARC.
- Payment of $14,491.09 to the Workshop for 2019 expenses
- Review of fares and fees charged by JDC Transit
- Contract between Jo Daviess County Transit and Galena ARC
- FY2021 Transit Fuel Bidding Methodology
- Survey of property lines for Jo Daviess County Transit
County Board
The County Board is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding a grant application. The board is seeking financial assistance from the Illinois Department of Transportation for a Rebuild Round II project.
- Public hearing for Illinois Department of Transportation Rebuild Round II Grant Application
County Board
The County Board will discuss extending the emergency disaster declaration due to COVID-19 and reviewing the FY2022 budget schedule. The board is also considering several personnel appointments and contract extensions for county transit services.
- Claims approval in the amount of $696,297.29
- Proposed $5,760.00 contract with Knautz Flooring, Inc. for courtroom carpet
- Proposed text amendments to the Jo Daviess County Zoning Ordinance
- Line item transfers totaling $198,400.00
- Request to fill vacant Administrative Assistant and Emergency Management Coordinator positions
Liquor Commission
The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on a retailer liquor license application. The request is for a specific location in Apple River.
- Proposed Class X2 retailer liquor license for The Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association, dba Poker Run, 14A158 Canyon Club Drive, Apple River, IL
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review financial reports and discuss the allocation of American Rescue Plan and COVID grant funds. The body is considering the approval of several FY2022 budgets to move them forward to the Joint Committee Budget Meeting.
- Possible action on FY2022 budgets for Public Health Fund (003), PH Emergency Preparedness Fund (005), PH Catastrophic Fund (046), and PH Capital Investment Fund (055)
- Possible action on FY2022 budgets for Animal Control Fund (020) and Pet Population Fund (080)
- Discussion and possible action regarding COVID Grant funding
- Discussion regarding American Rescue Plan funds
- Review and possible action regarding a letter to Dr. Michael Wampfler
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Board is meeting to review financial reports and discuss several funding requests for 911 operations. The body will consider expenditures for staff certification, generator repairs, and hardware. The Board will also discuss proposed expense estimates for the FY2022 Budget.
- Proposed $1,296.40 for NENA Certification Training for T. Lange and Kris Knautz
- Proposed $180.80 for Genesis Power to repair the 911 Call Center generator
- Proposed $92.64 for a spare power supply for the 911 console
- Proposed $75.95 for a camera and microphone for the ETSB Coordinator's computer
- Discussion of proposed Expense Estimates for the FY2022 Budget
Executive Committee
The Jo Daviess County Executive Committee will discuss filling and reclassifying administrative and emergency management positions. The body will also consider a compensation plan for the County Board and a support letter for the Village of Warren.
- County Board Compensation Plan
- Request to fill vacant Administrative Assistant position
- Request to reclassify the Administrative Assistant position
- Request to fill future vacant Emergency Management Coordinator position
- Letter of Support for Village of Warren Termination Date Extension Request
Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee
The Finance, Tax, & Budgets Committee will discuss initial target budget amounts for the FY2022 General Fund and Highway Fund. The body will also consider paying eligible FY2021 COVID-19 expenses over $2,000 from the Contingency Fund. Other items include updates on hotel/motel taxes and purchasing card policies.
- Payment of FY2021 COVID-19 expenses over $2,000 from Contingency Fund (016)
- Initial FY2022 General Fund target budget amounts
- Initial FY2022 Highway Fund target budget amounts
- FY2022 Budget Review Schedule
- Update on Hotel/Motel Tax and Guest Accommodations
Development & Planning Committee
The Development & Planning Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a Guest Accommodations Ordinance and its associated application. The body will also review strategic goals and plans for FY2021/FY2022.
- Discussion and possible action on Guest Accommodations Ordinance and regulations
- Review of FY2021/FY2022 Strategic Goals and Plans
- Discussion of business community image regarding the July 31, 2021 Chamber event and County Fair
- Information on customer service survey
Law Enforcement & Courts Committee
The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee will discuss and potentially act on five flooring estimates from Knautz Flooring, Inc. The body will also review strategic goals and the MDFPD Communication Tower Project.
- Estimate #1973: large courtroom carpet for $5,760.00
- Estimate #1974: Courthouse second floor carpet for $11,810.00
- Estimate #1975: Courthouse second floor hallway vinyl flooring for $11,320.00
- Estimate #1976: Courthouse first floor – East vinyl flooring for $7,925.00
- Estimate #1977: Courthouse first floor – west vinyl flooring for $10,785.00
Social & Environmental Committee
The Social & Environmental Committee will discuss updates regarding the county health department, passenger rail feasibility, and the transit service area plan. The body may take action on JDC Transit fares and fees as well as committee assignments from the 2021 County Board Planning Retreat.
- Possible action on fares/fees charged by JDC Transit
- Update on Jo Daviess County Health Department
- Passenger Rail Feasibility Study update
- Update on Jo Daviess County Transit Service Area Plan
- Possible action on committee assignments from 2021 County Board Planning Retreat
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review financial reports for the Public Health, PH Catastrophic, and Animal Control funds. The body will also discuss the Health Department Employee Handbook and a possible amendment to a COVID Grant in-kind contribution.
- Financial reports for Public Health Fund 003, PH Catastrophic Fund 046, and Animal Control Fund 020
- Discussion regarding Health Department Employee Handbook
- Possible action regarding COVID Grant in-kind contribution amendment
County Board
The Jo Daviess County Board will discuss the County Position Classification and Compensation Plan. The board is also considering recommendations regarding the Joint Northwest Illinois Certified Enterprise Zone and the appointment of a Transit Director/PCOM.
- Discussion and possible action on the Jo Daviess County Position Classification and Compensation Plan
- Recommendation regarding the Transit Director/PCOM position and advance step hire request
- Ordinance Amending the Boundaries of the Joint Northwest Illinois Certified Enterprise Zone
- Resolution to Authorize an Amendment to Intergovernmental Agreement for the Operation of an Enterprise Zone
Information & Communications Technology Committee
The Information and Communications Technology Committee will consider intergovernmental agreements for sharing costs of an orthophotography project. The body will also discuss issuing new laptops to County Board members and review items from the County Board Retreat.
- Cost sharing agreements for orthophotography with East Dubuque, Elizabeth, Galena, Galena Territory Association, Scales Mound, Stockton, and Warren
- Possible action on issuing new laptops to County Board members
- GIS update
- Website update
- Information Technology update
Development & Planning Committee
The Development & Planning Committee will consider text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding nonconforming use and accessory buildings. The body will also discuss changes to the Joint Northwest Illinois Certified Enterprise Zone boundaries and its intergovernmental agreement.
- Proposed change to Zoning Ordinance Section 8-6-6-i to extend abandonment period from 12 to 60 months
- Proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance Section 8-5B-1 regarding accessory buildings established prior to principal use
- Ordinance amending the boundaries of the Joint Northwest Illinois Certified Enterprise Zone
- Resolution to authorize an amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement for the Operation of an Enterprise Zone
- Report of priorities from the June 16, 2021 County Board Retreat
Law Enforcement & Courts Committee
The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee will discuss the purchase of a police vehicle and receive updates on a communication tower project. The meeting includes reports from the Sheriff, Circuit Clerk, Probation, and Public Defender.
- Possible purchase of one 2021 Ford utility AWD Police Interceptor from Morrow Brothers for $34,985.00
- Update on the MDFPD Communication Tower Project
Social & Environmental Committee
The Social & Environmental Committee will discuss the potential hire of a Transit Director/PCOM. The body will also review updates on the county health department and passenger rail feasibility.
- Possible action to recommend the hire of a Transit Director/PCOM
- Review and possible action on JDC Transit fares and fees
- Update on Jo Daviess County Health Department
- Update on Passenger Rail Feasibility Study
- Update on Jo Daviess County Transit Service Area Plan
Liquor Commission
The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission is meeting to discuss procedures for one or two day special event liquor licenses. The body will also consider issuing a retailer liquor license to the Galena Elks Home Association.
- Procedure for one or two day special event liquor licenses
- Retailer liquor license application for Galena Elks Home Association (dba Shenandoah Riding Center Freedom Reins Pro Rodeo) for July 2-5, 2021
Legislative Committee
The Legislative Committee is meeting to discuss the end of the legislative session and the impact of passed bills on county government and local interests. The body will also discuss the ComEd bribery investigation and new legislative districts.
- Discussion of ComEd bribery investigation
- Review of passed bills related to County government and local interest
- Discussion of new legislative districts and the Supreme Court
- UCCI Annual Meeting at the Galena Territory (July 25-27)
Board of Health
The Jo Daviess County Board of Health will review financial reports and discuss administrative updates. The board may take action regarding COVID grant reimbursements for Midwest Medical Center and Medical Associates.
- Possible action on COVID Grant reimbursement to Midwest Medical Center and Medical Associates
- Review of Public Health Fund 003, PH Catastrophic Fund 046, and Animal Control Fund 020
- Discussion of Board of Health Bylaws
- Discussion of Health Department Employee Handbook
- Discussion of Board of Health Committees
708 Mental Health Board
The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to discuss service provider reports and administrative updates. The board is considering a contract amendment and a change in board leadership.
- Possible action to approve Amended Service Provider Contract for Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Office
- Possible action to appoint Mary Jo Losey as secretary to replace Leslie Hawley
- Service provider reports from Midwest Medical Center, Riverview Center, Inc., Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc., Contact of Northern Illinois, Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, Kreider, and Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Office
County Board
The County Board will discuss extending the emergency disaster declaration due to COVID-19 and approve over $595,000 in claims. The body is also reviewing several personnel policy amendments and board appointments.
- Claims approval in the amount of $595,852.44
- Special use permit for a residence on a lot less than 40 acres on Brandt Road, Scales Mound
- Line item transfers totaling $15,945.81
- Sole/Single Source Procurement for antenna equipment for MDFPD Communication Tower Project
- Revision of the Operator Agreement termination date with The Workshop to July 31, 2021
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Emergency Telephone System Board is meeting to review financial reports and discuss several equipment and service payments. The board will consider funding for communications equipment, generator repairs, and telecommunicator training.
- Proposed $21,351.69 for public safety communications equipment on the AT&T Tower north of East Dubuque
- Proposed $2,568.15 for 911 Call Center Office generator repairs via Genesis Power
- Proposed payment up to $2,300 to Call One for 11 wireless headsets and 3 adapters
- Proposed $3,000 to Motorola Solutions for three days of Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) training
- Proposed $883.96 to Quill, LLC for printer ink cartridges
Board of Health
The Jo Daviess County Board of Health will review financial reports for public health and animal control funds. The board is scheduled to discuss bylaws, the employee handbook, and committee structures. Members may take action regarding COVID grant reimbursements for Medical Associates and Midwest Medical Center.
- COVID Grant reimbursement for Midwest Medical Center and Medical Associates
- Financial reports for Public Health Fund 003, PH Catastrophic Fund 046, and Animal Control Fund 020
- Discussion of Board of Health Bylaws
- Discussion of Health Department Employee Handbook
- Discussion of Board of Health Committees
Executive Committee
The Jo Daviess County Executive Committee will meet to discuss updates to employee handbooks and various administrative policies. The body is also considering the reclassification of the Chief Deputy County Clerk position.
- Possible action to amend Resolution R2019-10 regarding Chief Deputy County Clerk reclassification and pay grade structure
- Discussion on a new employee tuition reimbursement policy
- Proposed amendments to Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (P2018-11), Whistleblower Protection (P2018-12), and Discrimination, Harassment & Sexual Misconduct (P2018-1) policies
- Possible appointment of Angela Kaiser as IMRF Authorized Agent
- Updates on Bautsch Gray and Marsden Mine Sites on Blackjack Road
Social & Environmental Committee
The Social & Environmental Committee is meeting to discuss the transition of the Jo Daviess County Transit system. The body will consider resolutions regarding employee compensation, health insurance eligibility, and handbook amendments for part-time benefits.
- Resolution to implement Jo Daviess County Transit System employees into the County Compensation Plan
- Proposal for full-time transit employees to be eligible for County health insurance on September 1, 2021
- Proposed amendments to Employee Handbook Article VI regarding part-time holiday, vacation, and sick leave benefits
- Closed session to discuss specific transit positions including Director/PCOM, Operations Manager, Mechanic, Dispatcher, Driver, and Office Manager
Liquor Commission
The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission will discuss and potentially act on issuing retailer liquor licenses for several entities. This includes a long-term license for a Galena business and three event-specific licenses for Apple River.
- Retailer liquor license (Class A) for Galena Trading Corporation (dba Pool Concession Stand) at 2000 Territory Drive
- Retailer liquor license (Class X2) for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association for July 10, 2021 Open Air Concert
- Retailer liquor license (Class X2) for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association for July 24, 2021 Sizzling Summer Concert
- Retailer liquor license (Class X2) for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association for September 25, 2021 Farm to Table Dinner
Legislative Committee
The committee is reviewing the status of several state bills and discussing the impact of Illinois census results and reapportionment. Members may also take action regarding support for mutual aid agreements with out-of-state agencies.
- Review of SB103 (IEMA Disaster Declaration), SB508 (Property Tax), HB642 (Term Limits), and HB102 (Local Government Consolidation)
- Discussion of HB 4074 (Consumers and Climate Act)
- Review of Illinois census population loss of 18,124 and congressional seat loss
- Possible action on mutual aid agreements with out-of-state agencies
County Board
The County Board will consider the FY2020 annual financial report and a resolution to extend the COVID-19 emergency disaster declaration. The body is also deciding on several bridge and culvert repairs and the appointment of a new board member for District #12.
- Claims approval in the amount of $490,326.59
- Proposed $40,000 bridge repair on Irish Hollow Road (50/50 aid)
- Proposed $15,000 culvert replacement on Canyon Road (50/50 aid)
- Professional services agreement with ShiveHattery for Courthouse Exterior Repairs at $30,500.00
- Proposed $43,179.00 upgrade to the PowerPhone Cash Program for the ETSB
Social & Environmental Committee
The Social & Environmental Committee will receive an update on Jo Daviess County Transit. The body may take action on a resolution to approve transit position classifications, amend the county pay grade schedule, and approve position descriptions.
- Discussion and possible action on a Resolution to Approve Jo Daviess County Transit position classifications
- Proposed amendment to the Jo Daviess County Pay Grade Schedule
- Approval of associated position descriptions for Jo Daviess County Transit
- Closed session regarding personnel for Transit Director/PCOM, Operations Manager, Mechanic/Collision Repair Technician, Dispatcher, Driver, and Office Manager
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review financial reports for the Public Health, PH Catastrophic, and Animal Control funds. The body will discuss COVID-19 vaccinations, board bylaws, the employee handbook, and board committees.
- Financial reports for Public Health Fund 003, PH Catastrophic Fund 046, and Animal Control Fund 020
- Discussion regarding COVID and vaccinations
- Discussion regarding Board of Health Bylaws
- Discussion regarding Health Department Employee Handbook
- Discussion regarding Board of Health Committees
Emergency Telephone System Board
The board will discuss and potentially act on a telephone system upgrade and the reappointment of a public safety agency representative. The meeting also includes the annual election of a Vice Chairman and Secretary.
- Possible approval of $1,450 quote from Comtech Solacom Technologies, Inc to upgrade the PSAP telephone system
- Possible recommendation to reappoint Kevin Stewart, Chief of Stocton Police Department, to a three-year term
- Election of Vice Chairman
- Election of Secretary
- Review of April 2021 accounts payable claims totaling $123,599.78
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will discuss the Jo Daviess County reapportionment plan, including district mapping and board compensation. The body may also act on a resolution regarding local control of zoning and land use and amendments to employee policies.
- Jo Daviess County Reapportionment plan (districts, mapping, and compensation)
- Resolution Calling for the Governor and General Assembly to Protect Local Control of Zoning and Land Use
- Amendment to Policy P2020-4 Employee Absence During Catastrophic Public Health Event
- Amendment to the Jo Daviess County Employee Handbook
- Update on Bautsch Gray and Marsden Mine Sites on Blackjack Road
Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee
The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will discuss the FY2020 county financial audit and potential use of the Contingency Fund for park committee expenses and COVID-19 costs. The body will also consider establishing an American Rescue Plan Fund.
- Presentation and possible acceptance of the FY2020 Jo Daviess County Financial Audit
- Proposed resolution to use the Contingency Fund for Ad-Hoc County Park Committee expenses
- Proposed resolution to establish the American Rescue Plan Fund
- Possible payment of FY2021 COVID-19 expenses over $2,000 from the Contingency Fund
- Possible action on a Program Development and Administrative Services Agreement with the Illinois Energy Conservation Authority NFP
Development & Planning Committee
The Development & Planning Committee will consider the scope of services for a Comprehensive Plan RFP and a Housing Needs Assessment Study with Blackhawk Hills Regional Council. The body will also discuss financing an informational table for the July 31 Galena Chamber Business Showcase.
- Scope of Services for Comprehensive Plan RFP
- Housing Needs Assessment Study with Blackhawk Hills Regional Council
- Financing for July 31 Galena Chamber Business Showcase informational table
- Galena Library program on Jo Daviess County involvement
- LRA Board update on LRA/Port Authority discussions
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss several infrastructure projects and funding requests. The body will consider actions regarding bridge repairs, road recycling, and county aid for township projects.
- Federal Participation Agreement and Local Contribution Resolution for Woodbine Township Apple River Road Bridge Project
- Engineering Agreement with Willett Hoffman for Irish Hollow Road bridge repair design
- Request from East Galena Township for county aid for Irish Hollow Road bridge repairs
- Request from Nora Township for county aid for a Canyon Road culvert replacement
- Quotations for liquid base stabilizer for Blackjack Road recycling
Law Enforcement & Courts Committee
The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee will meet to discuss a professional services agreement for courthouse exterior repairs and weekday inmate food service. The body will also receive progress reports on the All Hazard Mitigation Plan and the MDFPD Communication Tower Project.
- Professional services agreement with ShiveHattery for Courthouse Exterior Repairs
- Weekday (Monday-Friday) inmate food service
- Jo Daviess County All Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
- MDFPD Communication Tower Project update
Board of Health
The Jo Daviess County Board of Health is meeting via audio call to review financial reports and conduct unfinished business. The board will discuss and potentially take action on COVID vaccinations and the department's new phone system.
- Financial reports for Public Health Fund 003, PH Catastrophic Fund 046, and Animal Control Fund 020
- Election of Board of Health Officers
- Discussion and possible action regarding COVID and vaccinations
- Discussion and possible action regarding the health department’s new phone system
Liquor Commission
The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially issue three retail liquor licenses for specific events. The meeting is being held virtually due to a gubernatorial stay-at-home order.
- Retail liquor license for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association (May Day Auction) at 14A158 Canyon Club Drive, Apple River
- Liquor license for Jo Daviess County Agricultural Society (Jo Daviess County Fair/Wreck in Warren) at 101 High St., Warren
- Retail liquor license for Galena Art & Recreation Center (Brew Fest at Chestnut Mountain Resort) at 8700 W. Chestnut Mountain Rd., Galena
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on maintenance bids. These items concern both Township and County Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) funds for 2021.
- 2021 Township MFT Maintenance Bids
- 2021 County MFT Maintenance Bids
County Board
The County Board will discuss the resignation of County Administrator Dan Reimer and a recommendation to hire a replacement. The board is also considering COVID-19 emergency declarations and small business stabilization grants.
- Proposed purchase of a used 2010 John Deere 329D skid steer loader for $28,170
- Claims approval in the amount of $592,221.96
- Proposed $15,862.00 in Small Business Stabilization Grant Program grants
- Special use permit for a commercial dog kennel at 7341 E Center Road, Stockton
- Proposed COVID-19 expenses from Contingency Fund for Top Notch ($2,400.00) and Dell Technologies ($4,548.35)
Social & Environmental Committee
The Social & Environmental Committee is meeting to discuss the operational status and probationary period of Jo Daviess Transit/Workshop. The body will consider whether to continue with the current operator under a final probationary period or initiate a termination notice.
- Possible action to approve Jo Daviess County Transit Procurement Policy
- Possible action to approve Jo Daviess County Transit Title VI Policy
- Review of probationary period for Jo Daviess Transit/Workshop
- Discussion on whether to terminate the agreement with the current transit operator
- Possible action on the Jo Daviess County Operator Agreement
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Emergency Telephone System Board is meeting to discuss several equipment upgrades and training costs for the Dispatch Center. The board will review financial reports and consider multiple quotes for software and hardware modifications.
- Proposed $43,179.00 quote to upgrade PowerPhone Cach Program
- Proposed $10,429.87 quote to Motorola Solutions for equipment modifications
- Proposed $4,025.00 purchase of two chairs from Concept Seating
- Proposed $1,134.19 quote to Dell Technologies for equipment modifications
- Proposed $729.00 payment to PowerPhone for dispatcher certification training
Executive Committee
The Jo Daviess County Executive Committee will meet to discuss the dissolution of the Probation Restitution Fund and review IT staff job descriptions. The body will also receive updates on mine sites on Blackjack Road and the County Administrator search.
- Possible action on a Resolution to Dissolve and Rescind the Probation Restitution Fund
- Review and update of IT Systems Manager and IT Technician job descriptions
- Update on Bautsch Gray and Marsden Mine Sites on Blackjack Road
- Discussion on IT Systems Manager and Deputy Treasurer Advance Step Hires
- Update on County Administrator Search
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will hold a closed session to interview applicants for the County Administrator position. The committee may take action to recommend a hire pending an employment agreement.
- Closed session for interviewing County Administrator applicants
- Possible action to recommend the hire of a County Administrator
Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee
The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will discuss a program agreement with the Illinois Energy Conservation Authority NFP. The body is also considering payments for COVID-19 expenses and a partnership with the HOPE Foundation.
- Proposed payment of $2,400.00 to Top Notch for FY2021 COVID-19 expenses from the Contingency Fund
- Proposed resolution to partner with the HOPE Foundation for the Community Resources Directory
- Discussion of a Program Development and Administrative Services Agreement with the Illinois Energy Conservation Authority NFP
- Possible amendment to P2014-1 Policy for Review and Approval of Year-end Financial Statements
- Update on Hotel/Motel Tax and Jo Daviess County Purchasing Card Policy
Development & Planning Committee
The Development & Planning Committee will discuss the scope of services for a Comprehensive Plan RFP and review Chapter 9 of the Comprehensive Plan. The body will also consider a presentation for the Galena Public Library Program regarding county operations.
- Possible action on Scope of Services for Comprehensive Plan RFP
- Review and discussion of Chapter 9 of Comprehensive Plan
- Possible action on Galena Public Library Program presentation
- Update on LRA/Port Authority discussions
- Relocation Guide progress update
Law Enforcement & Courts Committee
The committee will review progress on strategic goals, the All Hazard Mitigation Plan, and the MDFPD Communication Tower Project. Members may also take action regarding tuition reimbursement.
- Discussion and possible action on tuition reimbursement
- Update on the MDFPD Communication Tower Project
- Progress report on Jo Daviess County All Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
- Review of FY2019/FY2020 Strategic Goals & Plans
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss the use of UTVs on public roads and the 2021 MFT Maintenance Material Bid Letting Schedule. The body will also consider action on the purchase of a used skid loader.
- Possible action on a used skid loader purchase
- Discussion and possible action on UTV usage of public roads
- Discussion on 2021 MFT Maintenance Material Bid Letting Schedule
- Project map discussion
Social & Environmental Committee
The Social & Environmental Committee will review updates on the county health department and passenger rail feasibility. The body is considering actions regarding JDC Transit fares, animal control ordinance violations, and zero-emission vehicle pilots.
- Review and possible action on JDC Transit fares and fees
- Discussion on IDOT’s CVP pilot for zero emission cutaway paratransit vehicles
- Possible action to submit a letter of commitment for IDOT’s Lo/No Emissions project
- Possible action on partnering with The HOPE Foundation for the Community Resources Directory
- Discussion and possible action regarding Animal Control Ordinance Violations