Jo Daviess County public meetings in 2024
64 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Development & Planning Committee
The Development & Planning Committee will review and approve minutes from the November 26 meeting, discuss strategic goals, the Zephyr Revival update, and consider recommending approval of a revolving loan application from S&K Packaging in East Dubuque. It will also discuss a resolution to establish a Jo Daviess County First Time Homebuyer Assistance Loan Program, FY2025 small business grant awards, and a new scholarship program. Reports on building & zoning and economic development will be presented.
- Approve minutes of the November 26, 2024 Development & Planning Committee meeting
- Recommend approval of a revolving loan application from S&K Packaging (East Dubuque)
- Recommend approval of a resolution to establish a First Time Homebuyer Assistance Loan Program
- Recommend FY2025 Small Business Grant awards
- Recommend establishment of a scholarship program
Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee
The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will meet to discuss financial reports and tax policies. The body is considering recommendations for a five-year plan and updates to tax parcel and abatement procedures.
- Recommendation for drafting a Five-Year Plan
- Acceptance of the FY2024 Illinois Downstate Operating Assistance Program (DOAP) Financial Report
- Proposed policy to standardize tax parcel combination requests
- Proposed revision to P2003-1 Property Tax Abatement Policy
Liquor Commission
The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission will discuss and possibly act on the renewal of numerous retailer liquor licenses for 2025. The commission will also consider scheduling meeting dates for the 2025 fiscal year.
- Renewal of liquor licenses for Eagle Ridge Hospitality, LLC (multiple locations)
- Renewal of liquor licenses for Apple Canyon Lake Property Owners Association
- Renewal of liquor licenses for Galena Cellars, Inc. and Massbach Ridge, LLC
- Renewal of liquor licenses for Goldmoor Inn & Resort, Inc. and Chestnut Mountain Ski Resort, LLC
- Scheduling of FY2025 Liquor Commission meeting dates
Legislative Committee
The Legislative Committee will review unfinished business, including FY2023/FY2024 strategic goals, assignments for SB1740 (Jo Daviess 1% Service Tax) and SB2141 (ATV/UTV on public roads), and a veto‑override session with no action. New business items include discussion of a possible state budget deficit of $3.2 billion for 2026, employee retirement benefit enhancements, medical debt relief, and upcoming legislative sessions. No specific actions or votes are indicated in the agenda.
- SB1740 – Jo Daviess 1% Service Tax – Assignments
- SB2141 – ATV/UTV on Public Roads – Assignments
- State possible budget deficit of $3.2 billion for 2026
- Tier 2 Benefit Enhancement – changes to retirement age, pension salary, and cost‑of‑living adjustments
- Lame Duck session Jan 2‑7 2025 – possible action on immigration, reproductive health, environmental policies, and worker rights
708 Mental Health Board
The 708 Mental Health Board will discuss and possibly approve the 2025 contract list for several service providers, including Midwest Medical Center and Riverview Center, Inc. It will also review FY2024 third‑quarter and fourth‑quarter reimbursement requests with specific dollar amounts for each provider. Additionally, the board may approve the meeting schedule for 2025.
- Approval of FY2025 contracts for Midwest Medical Center, Riverview Center, Inc., Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc., Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, Kreider Services, Sinnissippi Centers, Inc., and Rosecrance, Inc.
- FY2024 Q3 reimbursement: Midwest Medical Center – $39,097.00
- FY2024 Q3 reimbursement: Riverview Center, Inc. – $7,807.37
- FY2024 Q4 reimbursement: Midwest Medical Center – $39,096.50
- Approval of the 708 Mental Health Board meeting schedule for 2025
708 Mental Health Board
The 708 Mental Health Board will discuss and potentially approve the 2025 meeting schedule and FY2025 contracts for seven service providers. The board will also consider reimbursement requests for service providers from the 3rd and 4th quarters of FY2024.
- FY2025 Contracts for Midwest Medical Center, Riverview Center, Jo Daviess Workshop, Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, Kreider Services, Sinnissippi Centers, and Rosecrance
- FY2024 3rd Quarter reimbursements including $39,097.00 for Midwest Medical Center and $26,641.00 for Jo Daviess Workshop
- FY2024 4th Quarter reimbursements including $39,096.50 for Midwest Medical Center and $26,639.50 for Jo Daviess Workshop
- Approval of the 2025 meeting schedule
County Board
The Jo Daviess County Board will vote on the consent agenda, which includes approving $3,962,182.89 in various county claims and several FY2024 line‑item transfers. It will also consider a petition for a one‑lot subdivision at 8854 IL Route 78 South in Stockton (zoned AG) and discuss scheduling FY2025 committee meetings. Additionally, the board will review a Public Works recommendation to lower the speed limit to 30 mph on Massbach Road between St. John's Church and E. Mueller Road, and a proposal to post FY2025 total employee compensation packages on the county website.
- Approval of claims totaling $3,962,182.89 (regular, LIT, IFT, hotel/motel tax reimbursement, emergency purchase, unemployment insurance, IMRF payments, special service commissions)
- FY2024 line‑item transfers, e.g., $18,539.95 moved from Maintenance and Utilities to Equipment
- Petition for a one‑lot subdivision at 8854 IL Route 78 South, Stockton (AG Agricultural District)
- Ordinance to lower speed limit to 30 mph on Massbach Road from St. John's Church to E. Mueller Road
- Discussion to post FY2025 total employee compensation packages per Public Act 097‑0609 on the county website
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Emergency Telephone System Board will review financial reports and discuss several funding requests. New business includes amending November 2024 claims, approving travel funds for two conferences, and authorizing equipment purchases. The board will decide on a $11,459.10 payment to Dell Technologies for PSAP workstations and a $27,330.25 line‑item transfer to RGB Spectrum. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, public comments, and closed session.
- Amend November 2024 ETSB claims to add a $1,392 Solacom invoice and a $26.71 translation invoice, total $6,003.43
- Approve $2,236.08 for two staff to attend the MABAS Conference in Bloomington, IL (Feb 19‑21, 2025)
- Approve $2,249.53 for staff to attend the ‘9‑1‑1 Goes to Washington’ conference in Washington, DC (Feb 23‑26, 2025)
- Approve $11,459.10 payment to Dell Technologies to replace three PSAP computer workstations
- Approve a $27,330.25 line‑item transfer to pay RGB Spectrum for an equipment purchase
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Emergency Telephone System Board will discuss several financial actions, including amending November 2024 claims, approving travel funds for conference attendance, and authorizing equipment purchases. Specific items include a Dell Technologies payment for new workstations and a line‑item transfer to cover RGB Spectrum equipment. Decisions will affect the board’s 2025 budget and operational resources.
- Amend November 2024 ETSB claims to add a $1,392.00 Sola com service invoice and a $26.71 Voiance translation invoice, adjusting the total to $6,003.43
- Approve $2,236.08 for two staff to attend the MABAS Conference in Bloomington, IL (lodging $1,046.08, per diem $280.00, mileage $260.00, $650.00 from Education and Training account)
- Approve $2,249.53 for staff to attend the “9‑1‑1 Goes to Washington” conference (lodging $1,046.53, per diem $205.00, airfare and travel $568.00, $430.00 from Education and Training account)
- Approve $11,459.10 payment to Dell Technologies to replace three aging computer workstations at the PSAP
- Approve a $27,330.25 line‑item transfer from the ETSB Interfund Transfer Account to the Equipment Account to pay RGB Spectrum for an equipment purchase
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of a policy to standardize tax parcel combination requests. It will also discuss and possibly recommend approval of Public Defender agreements with Thomas J. Nack and Ronald J. Leinen, each covering December 1 2024 through November 30 2025. Unfinished business includes updates on FY2023/FY2024 strategic goals, FOIA requests, and the Courthouse Project.
- Policy to standardize tax parcel combination requests
- Public Defender agreement with Thomas J. Nack (Dec 1 2024 – Nov 30 2025)
- Public Defender agreement with Ronald J. Leinen (Dec 1 2024 – Nov 30 2025)
- Update on FY2023/FY2024 strategic goals and plans
- Courthouse Project update
County Board
The Jo Daviess County Board will hold an organizational meeting to elect a chairman and vice-chairman, discuss standing committee structures, and schedule a board orientation. The meeting will be held at the former Galena Primary School.
- Election of County Board Chairman
- Election of County Board Vice-Chairman
- Discussion on standing committee structure
- Discussion on seating assignments for board members
- Schedule a County Board Orientation Meeting
Development & Planning Committee
The Development & Planning Committee will consider recommending a first-time homebuyer loan program. Members will also discuss a Revolving Loan Fund application from S&K Packaging in East Dubuque and review current county incentive programs.
- Possible action on a first-time homebuyer loan program
- Discussion on Revolving Loan Fund application for S&K Packaging in East Dubuque
- Update on Small Business Development Grant Program for December 2024 - May 2025
- Introduction of new Planning & Development Administrator Bill Meeker
- Establishment of FY2025 meeting dates and start times
Public Works Committee
The Jo Daviess County Public Works Committee will meet on November 25, 2024 to consider several items. Members will discuss a project map, county‑owned cemeteries, maintenance of unmarked state routes, an altered speed limit request for Massbach Road, and the schedule for the 2025 committee meetings. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.
- Project Map Discussion
- Discussion and possible action on County Owned Cemeteries
- Discussion and possible action on Maintenance of Unmarked State Routes
- Discussion and possible action on Altered Speed Limit Request for Massbach Road
- Discussion and possible action on 2025 Public Works Committee Meeting Schedule
Ethics Commission
The Jo Daviess County Ethics Commission will hold its regular meeting on November 19, 2024. Commissioners will conduct standard business including a call to order, roll call, citizen comments, approval of the June 11, 2024 minutes, and discussion of unfinished and new business. The meeting will be available both in person and via Zoom.
- Call to Order
- Roll Call
- Citizen’s Comments
- Approval of June 11, 2024 Ethics Commission minutes
- Discussion of unfinished and new business
County Board
The Jo Daviess County Board will discuss and possibly adopt the FY2025 Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance. It will also consider the FY2025 tax levy ordinance, a $475,000 Motorola Solutions proposal for AXS Dispatch Consoles, an inmate food service bid at $10 per meal, and a contract for inmate nursing services between the Sheriff and the Health Department.
- Adopt FY2025 Jo Daviess County Annual Budget & Appropriation Ordinance
- Adopt 2024 Payable 2025 Jo Daviess County Tax Levy Ordinance
- Approve Motorola Solutions proposal for $475,000 purchase and maintenance of AXS Dispatch Consoles
- Approve inmate food service bid at $10.00 per meal from The Jo Daviess County Workshop
- Approve contract between the County Sheriff and the County Health Department for inmate nursing services
Law Enforcement & Courts Committee
The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee will discuss several FY2025 procurement items, including a $475,000 Motorola Solutions proposal for AXS Dispatch Consoles and a budget amendment to fund it. The committee will also consider bids for squad maintenance, inmate services, and the purchase of a used squad car up to $50,000. Additional agenda items cover scheduling future committee meetings and routine reports.
- Recommendation to approve Motorola Solutions proposal for $475,000 purchase and maintenance of AXS Dispatch Consoles
- Recommendation to amend FY2025 Budget and Appropriations Ordinance to allow the $475,000 expense for the consoles
- Discussion and possible action on a squad maintenance bid for FY2025
- Discussion and possible action on an inmate service bid for FY2025
- Purchase of a used squad car with police package from the City of East Dubuque, cost not to exceed $50,000
Legislative Committee
The Legislative Committee will review unfinished business including assignments for SB1740 (Jo Daviess 1% Service Tax) and SB2141 (ATV/UTV on public roads). New business includes discussion of a possible Millionaire Tax, state budget deficits, Tier 2 pension costs, and setting dates and start times for FY2025 meetings. The agenda also notes there are no governor vetoes to override and includes citizen comments.
- Review and assign SB1740 – Jo Daviess 1% Service Tax
- Review and assign SB2141 – ATV/UTV on public roads
- Discuss possible results of a Millionaire Tax
- Discuss state budget deficits and Tier 2 pension costs
- Set dates and start time for FY2025 Legislative Committee meetings
County Board
The board will vote on the consent agenda, including approval of $2,927,554.01 in claims and several FY2024 line‑item transfers. It will consider a series of resolutions to convey county interests in parcels in Guilford, Hanover, Rawlins, Thompson, Warren, and West Galena townships to private parties, as well as audit engagement letters and contracts for snow removal and public defender services. Additional items include discussion of FY2025 meeting dates, IT matters, special‑use permits for agricultural properties, and amendments to the enterprise‑zone boundaries and fee schedule.
- Approve $2,927,554.01 in county claims
- Resolution to convey parcel 08-22-156-00 in Guilford Township to Big Nexus, LLC
- Audit Engagement Letter with Wipfli, LLP for county audit, up to $39,850.00 plus fees
- Snow removal and ice control contract for Jo‑Carroll Depot, up to $6,500.00
- Special Use Permit for 483 S. Blackjack Rd., Galena (AG zoning) requested by David & Mary Jo Schoenberger
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Emergency Telephone System Board will discuss and possibly act on four new business items. These include a proposal to purchase and maintain Motorola AXS Dispatch Consoles, approval of the FY/2025 meeting schedule, a request for $185.70 to fund travel and meals for two telecommunicators attending 9‑1‑1 training in Rockford, and a $154.49 payment to GovConnections, Inc. for Adobe Acrobat software for staff use.
- Discussion and possible action on approving a Motorola proposal for purchase and maintenance of AXS Dispatch Consoles
- Approval of the FY/2025 ETSB meeting schedule
- Approval of $185.70 for mileage ($115.70) and meals ($70.00) for two telecommunicators to attend CIT Concepts 9‑1‑1 training in Rockford, IL on Nov 14, 2024
- Approval of $154.49 payment to GovConnections, Inc. for Adobe Acrobat programs for PSAP IT Specialist, ETSB Coordinator, and dispatch consoles
- Accounts payable claims: $69,157.68 for October 2024 and $4,584.72 for November 2024
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Emergency Telephone System Board will review financial reports and consider several spending requests. The board is discussing the purchase of dispatch consoles and funding for staff training and software.
- Motorola proposal for purchase and maintenance of AXS Dispatch Consoles
- October 2024 accounts payable claims of $69,157.68
- November 2024 accounts payable claims of $4,584.72
- Request for $185.70 for two telecommunicators to attend CIT Concepts for 9-1-1 Training
- Request for $154.49 for Adobe Acrobat programs from GovConnections, Inc.
Executive Committee
The Jo Daviess County Executive Committee will meet to review strategic goals, update on the Courthouse Project, and discuss the P2024 Retiree Health Insurance Assistance Policy. The body may also vote on amending the recording fee schedule and appointing an IMRF Authorized Agent.
- Discussion of P2024 Retiree Health Insurance Assistance Policy
- Courthouse Project Update and possible recommendation
- Discussion to amend the Predictable Recording Fee Schedule
- Discussion on establishing FY2025 meeting dates and start times
- Review of FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans
Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee
The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will approve minutes from previous meetings and review FY2023/FY2024 strategic goals. It will discuss several resolutions to convey county parcels to private parties. The committee will also consider three audit engagement letters with Wipfli, LLP, including a county audit contract costing up to $39,850. Additional items include setting future meeting dates.
- Resolution to convey parcel 08-22-156-00 in Guilford Township to Big Nexus, LLC
- Resolution to convey parcels 09-001-123-00 and 09-001-124-00 in Hanover Township to Barb Invergo and Kenneth Invergo Jr.
- Audit Engagement Letter with Wipfli, LLP for the county audit, cost not to exceed $39,850 plus fees
- Audit Engagement Letter with Wipfli, LLP for the Transit Section 5311 report, cost not to exceed $6,500 plus fees
- Audit Engagement Letter with Wipfli, LLP for the Circuit Clerk audit, cost not to exceed $10,500 plus fees
Development & Planning Committee
The Development & Planning Committee will discuss several items, including a review of the sign ordinance and proposals to expand and amend the boundaries of the Joint Northwest Illinois Certified Enterprise Zone to include the Pearl City Elevator fueling station and convenience store. The committee will also consider a first‑time homebuyer loan program presented by First Community Bank of Galena and discuss steps for implementing a business incentive grant. Additional reports on building and zoning, economic development, and regional planning will be presented.
- Review of sign ordinance with comparison to current business development regulations
- Recommendation to amend the Intergovernmental Agreement to expand the Enterprise Zone to include Pearl City Elevator fueling station/convenience store
- Recommendation to amend Enterprise Zone boundaries to include Pearl City Elevator fueling station/convenience store
- Discussion of a first‑time homebuyer loan program with First Community Bank of Galena
- Discussion of business incentive grant implementation steps
County Board
The Jo Daviess County Board is holding a FY2025 budget workshop to review the budget process and procedures. Members will consider approval of several Special Fund expense budgets, including the Social Security Fund, Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, and others. They will also discuss General Fund budgets, set a minimum fiscal year‑end fund balance of $2,855,781, and address unfunded requests and interfund transfers. A future meeting may be scheduled to adopt the FY2025 Annual Budget & Appropriation Ordinance.
- Approve Special Fund expense budgets: Social Security Fund ($243,327/$242,827), Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund ($340,110), Contingency Fund, General Capital Investment Fund, General Capital Equipment Replacement Fund, All Hazard Mitigation Fund, Courthouse Renovation Fund
- Approve General Fund (001) expense budget for Contingency (001-49197)
- Establish FY2025 minimum fiscal year‑end General Fund balance policy of $2,855,781
- Approve FY2025 schedule of interfund transfers and interfund transfer policy
- Schedule meeting to consider adoption of FY2025 Annual Budget & Appropriation Ordinance on Nov 19, 2024
County Board
The Jo Daviess County Board will review and possibly approve adjustments to several Special Fund budgets, including the Insurance Fund and Economic Development Investment Fund. It will also consider and vote on a list of General Fund expense budgets and mandatory expense adjustments for various county departments. Additional new expense requests for the Chief County Assessment Office and Safety Building will be discussed for possible inclusion in the FY2025 budget.
- Approve Insurance Fund budget with $40,449 increased revenue, $4,449 increased expense, and $604,148 minimum balance
- Adjust Economic Development Investment Fund: $38,836.93 salary decrease and $100,000 grant program increase
- Approve General Fund expense budgets for items such as Courthouse, Tax Extension, Board of Review, Grant Administrator, Communications, Court Security, Merit Commission, County Coroner, Social & Environmental, Regional Superintendent of Schools
- Approve mandatory expense adjustments, e.g., County Board paper order decrease $286.45, County Administrator paper order decrease $143.27, Sheriff paper order decrease $489.14 with $200 HSA contribution increase
- Consider new expense requests: $3,209.01 increase for Chief County Assessment Office salary/benefits and $175,145.96 increase for Safety Building to hire two corrections officers
County Board
The Jo Daviess County Board will consider its consent agenda, which includes approving $2,946,069.94 in various county claims. New business items include a holiday schedule, insurance contracts, a speed‑limit ordinance, and several infrastructure contracts. The board will also discuss a small‑business grant program and a transit service contract.
- Approve $2,946,069.94 in regular, IFT, hotel tax, emergency purchase, and special service claims
- Award a $71,206.83 bridge repair contract to Vincent Earth Moving for Chelsea Road
- Purchase a new International truck for $125,000 from Thompson Truck of Dubuque, Iowa
- Contract with 3E Partners for employee accident, critical illness, and hospitalization insurance (FY2025)
- Ordinance to lower the speed limit to 35 mph on Cole Street from Warren to the Wisconsin line
County Board
The Jo Daviess County Board will hold a FY2025 budget workshop to review the budget process and procedures. Members will consider raising the 2024 payable 2025 property tax levy option #4 from $7,983,151.41 to $8,021,508.28, approve several Special Service Area levy amounts, and evaluate round‑2 general fund revenue estimates of $11,721,042.97. The agenda also includes approval of numerous special fund budgets and mandatory expense adjustments.
- Increase FY2025 Property Tax Levy Option #4 from $7,983,151.41 to $8,021,508.28
- Approve SSA levy amounts: SSA #1 – $310,944.04; SSA #6 – $593,180.42; SSA #7 – $432,949.16
- Approve Round 2 General Fund Revenue estimate of $11,721,042.97
- Approve multiple Special Fund Budgets (e.g., Public Health Emergency Preparedness Fund, County Motor Fuel Tax Fund, Sheriff’s Forfeiture Fund)
- Mandatory expense adjustment: increase Recorder Automation Fund by $50,000 for book racks
Board of Health
The Board of Health will approve the August 7, 2024 meeting minutes, receive financial reports for Public Health Fund 003 and Animal Control Fund 020, review the proposed FY25 budgets, and discuss possible action on using the DACRA system.
- Approval of minutes from the August 7, 2024 meeting
- Financial reports for Public Health Fund 003 and Animal Control Fund 020
- Review of proposed FY25 budgets
- Discussion of possible action regarding the DACRA system
Executive Committee
The Jo Daviess County Executive Committee will review the courthouse project and the 2025 holiday schedule. The body is considering a $10,000 payment for the State’s Attorney Appellate Prosecutor service program and changes to employee classifications.
- Courthouse Project update and possible recommendation
- Resolution to participate in the Office of the State’s Attorney Appellate Prosecutor program for $10,000
- Proposed part-time Code Enforcement Officer position (Grade 9, 999 annual hours)
- Proposal to remove Transit positions from the Non-Represented Employee Classification/Compensation Plan
- Closed session regarding the County Administrator Search
Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee
The Finance, Tax, & Budgets Committee will discuss and potentially act on several FY2025 employee insurance contracts. The body will also review the current electrical aggregation program agreement with Nordic Energy.
- Contract with 3E Partners for voluntary employee Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospitalization insurance for FY2025
- Renewal contract with United Health Care for voluntary employee Dental insurance for FY2025
- Renewal of the P2023-7 Alternate Insurance Assistance Program policy for FY2025
- Electrical aggregation program agreement with Nordic Energy
Development & Planning Committee
The Jo Daviess County Development & Planning Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss a $100,000 grant program for small businesses, and review a revised position description for a Planning & Development Administrative Assistant.
- Discussion and possible action on $100,000 grant program to small businesses
- Discussion and possible action on a revised position description for Planning & Development Administrative Assistant
- Discussion and possible action on a Starter Home Down Payment Loan Payment
- Review and approve minutes of the August 27, 2024 meeting
- Building & Zoning Monthly Report
Public Works Committee
The Jo Daviess County Public Works Committee will review unfinished business items such as the project map, county‑owned cemeteries, and maintenance of unmarked state routes. New business includes discussions on speed‑limit requests for Warren and Nora road districts, bids for a bridge repair project in Rush Township, a dump‑truck chassis purchase, signage for no engine braking south of Warren, and a resolution for anticipated TBP funds for Guilford Road District.
- Project Map Discussion
- Discussion and Possible Action on County Owned Cemeteries
- Discussion and Possible Action on Maintenance of Unmarked State Routes
- Discussion and Possible Action on bids for a Bridge Repair Project for Rush Township
- Discussion and Possible Action on Dump Truck Chassis Purchase
Social & Environmental Committee
The Social & Environmental Committee will discuss and possibly act on a contract with Jo Daviess County Transit and Prairie Ridge. It will also consider creating a Community Liaison Coordinator position for the transit agency. Additional items include a review of FY2023/FY2024 strategic goals and a discussion of the Ad-Hoc Mental Health Committee.
- Review and approve minutes of the August 15, 2024 Social & Environmental Committee meeting
- Unfinished Business: FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans
- Discussion on the Ad-Hoc Mental Health Committee
- Discussion and possible action on a contract with Jo Daviess County Transit and Prairie Ridge
- Discussion and possible action on creating a Community Liaison Coordinator position for Jo Daviess County Transit
Liquor Commission
The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission will approve minutes from its August 29, 2024 meeting, hear citizen comments, address unfinished business, and discuss a possible new retailer liquor license. The meeting will be held both in person at the former Galena Primary School and via Zoom.
- Approval of minutes from the August 29, 2024 meeting
- Citizen comment periods
- Discussion and possible action on issuing a county retailer liquor license
Personnel Review Committee
The Personnel Review Committee will discuss the Part‑time Code Enforcement position, including its description and grade placement, as requested by the Executive Committee. It will also consider removing the Transit positions from the current non‑represented compensation schedule. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment.
- Review of the Part‑time Code Enforcement position (description and grade placement)
- Discussion on removing Transit positions from the non‑represented compensation schedule
- Approval of minutes from the August 23, 2024 meeting
- Citizens’ comments
708 Mental Health Board
The 708 Mental Health Board will meet to conduct regular business and review service provider reports for the 3rd Quarter of FY2024. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from a July 10, 2024 Special Budget Workshop.
- Approval of July 10, 2024 Special Budget Workshop minutes
- 3rd Quarter FY2024 reports from Midwest Medical Center
- 3rd Quarter FY2024 reports from Riverview Center, Inc.
- 3rd Quarter FY2024 reports from Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc.
- 3rd Quarter FY2024 reports from Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, Kreider Services, and Sinnissippi Centers, Inc.
708 Mental Health Board
The 708 Mental Health Board will approve minutes from the July 10, 2024 Special Budget Workshop. The board will hear Treasurer and President reports, citizen comments, and service provider reports for the third quarter of FY2024. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next regular meeting for December 11, 2024.
- Approval of minutes from the July 10, 2024 Special Budget Workshop
- Treasurer’s Report
- President’s Report
- Service Provider Reports for 3rd Quarter FY2024 (Midwest Medical Center, Riverview Center, Inc., Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc., Tyler’s Justice Center for Children, Kreider Services, Sinnissippi Centers, Inc.)
- Scheduling of next regular meeting on December 11, 2024
Legislative Committee
The Jo Daviess County Legislative Committee will review the status of two county bills and respond to a letter from Senator Chesney. The committee will also discuss various state-level legislative topics and policy effects.
- Status of SB1746 regarding Jo Daviess 1% Service Tax
- Status of SB2141 regarding ATV/UTV on public roads
- Committee response to Senator Chesney’s letter regarding veto overrides
- Discussion on non-citizen voting and Obama care eligibility in Illinois
- Discussion on Illinois medical debt coverage and gender care
County Board
The County Board will review FY2025 health insurance renewals, HSA contributions, and a voluntary employee furlough program. The board is also deciding on transit contracts for school districts and a special use permit for a rural business.
- Claims approval in the amount of $2,179,412.23
- FY2025 Health Insurance Renewal with Medical Associates Health Plans
- Transit contracts with Stockton School District #206 ($25.00 per passenger per trip) and East Dubuque School District #119 ($18.00 per hour per passenger per trip)
- Special Use Permit for storing uncut logs at 9681 Illinois Route 84 S, Hanover
- Establishment of an Indemnity Fund (092) for the FY2025 Budget
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Jo Daviess County Emergency Telephone System Board will meet to review financial reports and discuss approving funds for staff training and office equipment.
- Approve $2,282.12 for three T/Cs to attend IPSTA training in Springfield, IL
- Approve $1,548.00 for a desk and storage unit for the ETSB IT Technician
- Review Accounts Payable Claims of $7,420.33 for September 2024
- Review Financial Reports for July 31, 2024
- Review Regular Meeting Minutes from August 7, 2024
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Emergency Telephone System Board will discuss two funding requests. The first is a $2,282.12 request from the ETSB Coordinator to send three staff members to an IPSTA training conference in Springfield, Illinois, with $525.00 from the Education and Training account and $1,757.12 from the Travel account. The second is a $1,548.00 request, plus shipping, to purchase a desk and storage unit for the newly hired ETSB IT Technician, to be paid from the Equipment account. The board will vote on whether to approve these expenditures.
- Funding request of $2,282.12 for three staff to attend IPSTA training conference in Springfield, IL, Oct 20‑24, 2024
- Funding request of $1,548.00 (plus shipping) to purchase a desk and storage unit for the ETSB IT Technician
- Accounts payable claims listed: $7,420.33 and $8,812.33
- Balance sheet and revenue/expenditure reports as of July 31, 2024
- Closed session scheduled
Executive Committee
The Jo Daviess County Executive Committee will meet to discuss administrative staffing and project updates. The body may take action on a County Administrator search and the reinstatement of a part-time Inspector position.
- Possible action to conduct a County Administrator search
- Possible action to reinstate a part-time Inspector position
- Discussion on funding for the Planning & Development Administrative Assistant position
- Courthouse Project update and possible action
- Update on Jo Daviess County FOIA requests
Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee
The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will discuss and possibly act on FY2025 health insurance renewals with Medical Associates Health Plans, employee voluntary benefits, and fund descriptions. The committee will also review the FY2025 budget process and consider mandatory expense requests.
- Discussion on FY2025 Health Insurance Renewal with Medical Associates Health Plans
- Discussion on FY2025 Employee Voluntary Dental Insurance
- Discussion on FY2025 Employee Voluntary Aflac Group Insurance Benefits
- Discussion on FY2025 Health Insurance Premium Allocation Policy options
- Review and Summary of the FY2025 Budget Process to Date
Liquor Commission
The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission will meet to discuss and potentially act on a retailer liquor license application. The meeting includes a review of previous minutes and time for citizen comments.
- Possible issuance of a Class H retailer liquor license to Dittmar Farms, LLC (dba Dittmar Farms & Orchard) at 256 S. Grebner Rd., Elizabeth, IL
Development & Planning Committee
The Development & Planning Committee will review FY2023/FY2024 strategic goals and plans, and consider a $100,000 Small Business Economic Development Grant Program. It will also discuss a Starter Home Down Payment Loan Payment and an interim staffing plan. Reports from Building & Zoning, Economic Development, and the Blackhawk Hills Regional Council will be presented.
- Discussion and possible action on $100,000 Small Business Economic Development Grant Program
- Discussion and possible action on a Starter Home Down Payment Loan Payment
- Review of FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans
- Consideration of an interim staffing plan
- Building & Zoning monthly report (permits, hearings, amendments, appeals)
Personnel Review Committee
The Personnel Review Committee will open the meeting, confirm a quorum, and approve the minutes from its June 26, 2024 session. It will hear comments from citizens and address unfinished business. The primary new business item is a discussion and possible action on the EMA Director position description. The committee will also set its next meeting date before adjourning.
- Approve minutes of June 26, 2024 Personnel Review Committee meeting
- Citizens’ comments segment
- Discussion and possible action on the EMA Director position description
Law Enforcement & Courts Committee
The Law Enforcement & Courts Committee will discuss a request from the ETSB Coordinator to buy two Guardian Mobile 911 PCs for a total of $65,800. The purchase must be approved by the committee, the County Board, and included in the FY 2025 budget before proceeding. The meeting will also review the FY 2023/24 strategic goals, the status of the courthouse renovation project, and adopt minutes from the July 17, 2024 meeting.
- Approve minutes from the July 17, 2024 Law Enforcement & Courts Committee meeting
- Review FY 2023/24 strategic goals and plans
- Update on courthouse renovation project status
- Discuss and possibly approve purchase of two Guardian Mobile 911 PCs from Solacom for $65,800
Social & Environmental Committee
The Social & Environmental Committee will review unfinished FY2023/FY2024 strategic goals and consider possible actions on contracts between Jo Daviess County Transit and Stockton School District #206 and East Dubuque School District #119. It will also discuss forming an ad‑hoc committee to study mental‑health needs in the county. Staff reports from the Transit Director, Public Health, and Mental Health Board will be presented.
- Unfinished Business: FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans
- New Business: Contract with Jo Daviess County Transit and Stockton School District #206
- New Business: Contract with Jo Daviess County Transit and East Dubuque School District #119
- New Business: Creation of an Ad‑Hoc Committee to investigate mental‑health needs
- Staff Reports from Transit Director, Public Health, and Mental Health Board
Information & Communications Technology Committee
The Information & Communications Technology Committee will meet on August 13, 2024 to approve minutes from its July 31 meeting and hear citizen comments. The primary new business is a discussion and possible recommendation to the County Board for approval of new Storage Area Network (SAN) equipment. The meeting will conclude with a second period for citizen comments before adjournment.
- Approval of minutes from the July 31, 2024 ICTC meeting
- Discussion and possible recommendation to the County Board for approval of new SAN equipment
- Two periods for citizen comments
Public Works Committee
The Jo Daviess County Public Works Committee will meet to discuss and possibly take action on bids for the Rush Township Bridge Repair Project and the Canyon Park Road Resurfacing Project.
- Discussion on Rush Township Bridge Repair bids
- Discussion on Canyon Park Road Resurfacing bids
- Discussion on County MFT Resolution for Canyon Park Road Resurfacing
County Board
The board will vote on approving $2,239,935.31 in various county claims and $109,344.39 in FY2024 line‑item transfers. It will also consider a resolution to dissolve the Jo Daviess County Ad‑Hoc Courthouse Committee, a speed‑limit reduction on Charles Mound Road, and transit contracts with set passenger rates.
- Approve claims totaling $2,239,935.31, including $1,850,829.21 regular claims and other reimbursements
- Approve FY2024 line‑item transfers of $109,344.39 across highways, vehicle, other improvements, and buildings
- Resolution to dissolve the Jo Daviess County Ad‑Hoc Courthouse Committee
- Recommendation to lower the speed limit on Charles Mound Road (Scales Mound Township)
- Contracts with Jo Daviess County Transit: $1.00 per passenger per trip with Galena United Methodist Church and $6.00 per hour per passenger with Rosecrance
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Emergency Telephone System Board will review financial reports and the FY2025 Revenue and Expense Estimates. The board is also considering several funding requests for IT equipment and staff training.
- Proposed $65,800 purchase of two Guardian Mobile 911 PCs from Solacom
- Proposed $922.85 for IT equipment to connect 911 hardware with Prepared 911
- Proposed $595.00 for a NENA Communication Training Officer course in Freeport, IL
- Proposed $99.00 for 'Burnout In-9-1-1' training in Dekalb County
- Review of July 2024 accounts payable claims of $53,490.42 and August 2024 claims of $21,459.06
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Emergency Telephone System Board will review financial reports and the FY2025 Revenue and Expense Estimates. The board is discussing several funding requests for IT equipment and staff training.
- Proposed $65,800 purchase of two Guardian Mobile 911 PCs from Solacom
- Proposed $922.85 for IT equipment to connect 911 hardware and Prepared 911
- Proposed $595.00 for a NENA Communication Training Officer course in Freeport, IL
- Proposed $99.00 for 'Burnout In-9-1-1' training in Dekalb County
- Review of July 2024 accounts payable claims of $53,490.42 and August 2024 claims of $21,459.06
Board of Health
The Board of Health is meeting to review financial reports and consider the approval of several fiscal year 2025 budgets. If approved, these budgets will move forward to the Joint Committee Budget Meeting.
- FY25 Public Health Fund (003) budget
- FY25 PH Emergency Preparedness Fund (005) budget
- FY25 PH Catastrophic Fund (046) budget
- FY25 PH Capital Investment Fund (055) budget
- FY25 Animal Control Fund (020) and Pet Population Fund (080) budgets
Executive Committee
The Jo Daviess County Executive Committee will meet to discuss the Courthouse Project and FOIA requests. The body may take action on a resolution to dissolve the Ad-Hoc Courthouse Committee.
- Courthouse Project update and possible action
- Possible action on a resolution to dissolve the Ad-Hoc Courthouse Committee
- Update on Jo Daviess County FOIA requests
- Review of FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans
Information & Communications Technology Committee
The Information and Communication Technology Committee will discuss renewing annual maintenance for GIS software. The body may also recommend that the County Board approve new Storage Area Network (SAN) equipment.
- Recommendation for new SAN (Storage Area Network) equipment
- Renewal of GIS software annual maintenance
- Review of FY2023 County Board Retreat Committee Goals
- Determination of committee meeting dates for the remainder of FY2024
Liquor Commission
The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission will meet to discuss and potentially issue a retailer liquor license. The request is for the Jo Daviess County Agricultural Society for use during the county fair.
- Proposed Class X1 retailer liquor license for Jo Daviess County Agricultural Society (dba Jo Daviess County Fair) at 101 High Street, Warren, IL
Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee
The Finance, Tax & Budgets Committee will review items related to the FY2025 county budget, including the amended expense budget guidelines and the initial general fund target budget amounts. They will also consider FY2023/FY2024 strategic goals and plans as unfinished business. Staff reports from several county offices will be presented. Citizens will have opportunities for comments.
- Discussion and possible action on the amended FY2025 Expense Budget Guidelines
- Discussion and possible action to approve the Initial FY2025 General Fund Target Budget Amounts, including any new mandatory and/or necessary expenses
- Unfinished Business: FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans
- Staff Reports from Chief County Assessment Office, Treasurer’s Office, Grants Administrator, and County Administrator
County Board
The Jo Daviess County Board will discuss and may take action on a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local #722. A closed session will address collective bargaining matters under section 2(c)2. Standard agenda items include citizen comments, board member concerns, and adjournment.
- Discussion and possible action on a collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local #722
- Closed session on collective bargaining matters (section 2(c)2)
- Citizen comments
- Board member concerns
- Adjournment
Development & Planning Committee
The Development & Planning Committee will discuss potential actions regarding a small business grant program and a starter home down payment loan. The body will also review amendments to the County Code of Ordinances concerning 911 address signs.
- Small Business Economic Development Grant Program ($100,000)
- Starter Home Down Payment Loan Payment
- County Code of Ordinances amendments for 911 address signs
- Development & Planning department budget planning process
- FY2023/FY2024 Strategic Goals and Plans
Public Works Committee
The Jo Daviess County Public Works Committee will meet to discuss highway and bridge maintenance and road projects. The body will consider actions regarding county-owned cemeteries and a federal aid agreement for road recycling.
- Federal Aid Agreement and Resolution for Scout Camp Road Cold in Place Recycling Project
- Possible Township Road Altered Speed Limit Request for Scales Mound Road District
- County Highway and Bridge Replacement/Maintenance Schedule
- Action on County Owned Cemeteries
- Action on Apple Canyon State Park Roads
Liquor Commission
The Jo Daviess County Liquor Commission will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss issuing a new liquor license to Safe Haven (dba Boogie at the Barn).
- Approval of minutes from May 20 and June 21, 2024
- Discussion on issuing a Class X1 liquor license to Safe Haven (dba Boogie at the Barn)
- License to serve liquor from September 20-23, 2024
- License location: 3441 W. Longhollow Rd., Galena, IL
- Meeting to be held virtually via Zoom
708 Mental Health Board
The 708 Mental Health Board is conducting a budget workshop regarding the FY2025 Mental Health Fund. The board will discuss funding requests for several service providers and review second-quarter reimbursement requests for FY2024.
- Discussion of FY2025 Mental Health Fund (014) Budget
- Funding requests for seven service providers, including Rosecrance and Midwest Medical Center
- $39,097.00 reimbursement request for Midwest Medical Center
- $26,641.00 reimbursement request for Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc.
- $10,552.70 reimbursement request for Riverview Center, Inc.
708 Mental Health Board
The 708 Mental Health Board is holding a budget workshop to discuss the FY2025 Mental Health Fund budget. The board will also consider FY2025 service provider funding requests and second quarter FY2024 reimbursement requests.
- FY2025 Mental Health Fund (014) Budget discussion
- FY2025 Service Provider Funding Requests
- $39,097.00 reimbursement request for Midwest Medical Center
- $26,641.00 reimbursement request for Jo Daviess Workshop, Inc.
- $10,552.70 reimbursement request for Riverview Center, Inc.