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AUTHORIZING MRRW CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR THE JUDICIAL TECHNOLOGY MODERNIZATION ARPA PROJECT (BID# 23-032)
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WHEREAS, the Kane County 16th Judicial Circuit Court has the need for Judicial Technology Modernization for the purpose of modernizing video and audio equipment in all courtrooms to increase the use of virtual hearings via Zoom; and
WHEREAS, the expansion and upgrade of our courtroom technology would allow for continued use of virtual hearings and expand our capabilities with evidence presentation and integrated assisted listening devices for the hearing impaired. The permanent installation of equipment would also provide consistency with the three courtrooms we have already upgraded (two Juvenile Courtrooms and one Order of Protection Courtroom) and would allow for increased use of remote hearings across all case types which would support the delivery of efficient services to the citizens of Kane County. While improving efficiencies, remote court appearances also offer significant time and cost savings for litigants and attorneys. Kane County benefits as well with the continued use of on-line video interpreter transportation and mileage. More importantly, improved technology for remote hearings will improve access to the courts for self-represented litigants. Citizens of Kane County may no longer need to take time off of work, find transportation, or obtain childcare to attend court in-person; and
WHEREAS, Kane County is currently in contract with MRRW Construction Services per Resolution No. 23-285 (BID#23-032) to cover construction projects which cannot be performed in-house by County staff; and
WHEREAS, this project is being funded by State Grants and ARPA funding (RES No. 23-79); and
WHEREAS, the Kane County 16th Judicial Circuit Court has the need to utilize MRRW Construction Services to complete additional work for the Judicial Technology Modernization project; and
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