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Kane County

KC Executive Committee

Meeting Minutes

PIEROG, Allan, Bates, Gumz, Juby, Kious, Lenert, Lewis, Linder, Molina, Sanchez,

Strathmann, Surges, Tepe, Williams and ex-officio Roth (County Vice Chair)

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

9:00 AM

County Board Room

Call to Order

Chairman Pierog called the meeting to order at 9:03 AM.

Roll Call

Chairman Corinne M. Pierog

Board Member Deborah Allan

Board Member Mavis Bates

Board Member Michelle Gumz

Board Member Leslie Juby

PRESENT

Board Member Chris Kious

Board Member Bill Lenert

Board Member Michael Linder

Board Member Cherryl Strathmann

Board Member Clifford Surges

Board Member Vern Tepe

Board Member Rick Williams

Ex-Officio County Board Vice Chair Bill Roth

Board Member Anita Lewis

Board Member Jarett Sanchez

Board Member Myrna Molina

REMOTE

ABSENT

Also present: Co. Bd. Members Gripe, Penesis*; Fin. Exec. Dir. Hopkinson; PIO Mann;

ITD/BLD Exec. Dir. Fahnestock* & staff Harris, Peters; Auditor Wegman; State's

Attorney Mosser & staff Frank, Hunt*, KDOT Dir. Zakosek, KCAC Admin.

Youngsteadt*; KCHD CFO Snowden*; Dev. Dir. VanKerkhoff & staff Dall; KaneComm

Dir. Guthrie; Environ. & Water Res. Dir. Wollnik & staff Hinshaw; and members of the

press and public.

Remote Attendance Requests

Chairman Pierog announced the remote attendance requests for today's meeting. She

asked the Committee if there were any objections to Committee Members Allan, Lewis,

and Sanchez attending today's meeting remotely. There were no objections.

Pledge of Allegiance

Chairman Pierog asked Committee Member Lenert to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.

(Committee Member Allan arrived remotely at 9:04 a.m.)

Approval of Minutes: August 26, 2025 & September 3, 2025

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT

Chris Kious

Public Comment

Kane County State's Attorney Mosser explained that with respect to the FY2026

Budget process, elected officials were told to lessen the pressure on the County's

General Fund, as expenses continued to increase. All while, revenues remained

stagnant due to the decisions made by the County Board. She tried to lessen the

financial burden by seeking Riverboat Grant funding to sustain units, such as the

Domestic Violence Unit, Victim Services Unit, Child Advocacy Center (CAC), and Drug

Unit. She noted that every year she has applied for Riverboat funding, she has been

told that these units should be funded by the General Fund. However, when the

County's General Fund revenue does not increase, she is forced to find other

resources. Mosser stated that her office relied on this recommendation of applying for

more Riverboat funding. However, the decision is before this Committee to not supply

her office with the necessary funds. She explained that in addition to the County Board

requesting a budget reduction to her office's budget of $1.9M, she would have to

reduce it by another $1.3M. This would result in the termination of 40 employees. She

voiced her dismay with the Riverboat Grant Committee approving a $30K Internship

Program, a $100K for a Strategic Plan, which was previously voted down by the County

Board, $101K for Grant Management, and $35K for a Sesquicentennial Garden,

instead of prioritizing public safety of the County. Mosser asked that the resolution

authorizing Grand Victoria Riverboat funding for internal projects for FY2026 be sent

back to the Riverboat Grant Committee so that the priority can be what is best for the

County, and not what appears to be pet projects of the Board.

Adam Pauley, Aurora, stated the measure of a man is not how he acts during good

times, but how he acts during times of difficulty, crisis, and/or duress. He explained that

recently, County Board Member Young showed his true colors when he used a national

tragedy to spread hate and misinformation. He stated that Young's behavior was

unbecoming of an elected official and insights further violence. The role of leadership is

to set the tone and temperature of the civil discourse, and not to use tragedy for their

own political purposes. Pauley explained that the excuse that was made for the shooter

was that he was having a "bad day". He stated that as elected officials, they must hold

themselves to the highest of standards because they represent the people. He spoke

on the removal of the District 300 School Board President from office. He stated that

allies of Board Member Young framed the issue, by stating that they have freedom of

speech, but not freedom from consequences. Pauley recommended that there be a

censure resolution against Young removing him from his committee assignments. He

stated that evil triumphs when the good do not act. Lastly, Pauley questioned the Board

about the lack of outrage over those killed by gun violence and overdoses. He stated

that the County Board is here to do the people's work, not to play bipartisan political

games. Members need to be discussing the real issues of how to improve the lives of

the people of Kane County and not to exploit tragedy for political purposes.

Kane County resident, Ginger Romano, stated that she often listens to Board meetings,

but does not hear any real movement happening with cutting the FY2026 Budget. She

has witnessed the Board playing "put and take" with funds. She stated that the

Riverboat Grant Fund was developed for benevolent things. However, it is being used

to help run the County. She noted that the County's annual budget has doubled in the

last five years. Romano stated that the County has received American Rescue Plan Act

(ARPA) funds, but are no longer. However, the Board is acting as if these funds are in

not in perpetuity. Romano stated she has heard the arguments about County Board

Member Young's comments. She spoke on the District 300 School Board President's

removal from office due to their offensive words. Romano has found it amazing how

people can turn someone's words against them. She explained that she heard Young's

comments differently than most. She stated that Charlie Kirk was one of those people

that his words were used against him. She explained that those that stood against him

really did not know him or what he stood for. She believes that if these people went

back and listened to Kirk's words, they would realize that we all want the same thing.

Brian Anderson, Sugar Grove, spoke on the last Finance Committee meeting on

September 24, 2025, where members voted to continue moving forward with the

County's Strategic Plan. He stated that he is in agreement with State's Attorney

Mosser's comments. He explained that there is still work to be done on the FY2026

Budget and money to be used, effectively. Anderson stated that the County does not

need a $30K Internship Program and a $100K Strategic Plan. He recalled County

Board Member Bates' remarks on the necessity of the Strategic Plan due to follow-up

emails. He stated that this is Business 101: come to work on time and complete your

job duties. He questioned if the County needs to expend $127K for people to follow up

on emails. Anderson stated that leadership always starts at the top. As a Chair, they

must keep the budget at the forefront. He explained that it is crucial for the County

Board to balance the budget, but they continue not to do so. Anderson has heard that

the County Board has questioned the needs and wants of the constituents. He recalled

the April 1, 2025 Consolidated Election, where a record number of constituents showed

up to vote.

Monthly Financials (K. Hopkinson)

Monthly Finance Reports

Fin. Exec. Dir. Hopkinson stated the monthly financial reports were on file. She

presented the General Fund - General Account Key Indicators. She stated that

most of the differences in the accounts were due to timing issues. She

mentioned that the County has received the second installment of the property

tax revenue, which will help carry the County through the end of the year. She

explained that when the financial reports were prepared, the actual amount of

the General Fund's reserve utilization for FY2025 was $12M. She noted that the

County budgeted to use $27M. She explained that part of the difference in

amounts is due the second installment of property tax revenue has been

received. She stated that the County is still on target to use the budgeted

amount of $27M of reserves. Hopkinson presented the Tax Revenue Key

Indicators. She explained that the State Sales Tax revenue goes into the

County's General Fund - General Account. She stated that the State Sales Tax

increased over what was budgeted at $18.6M. She noted that the expected

amount was $18M. Hopkinson spoke on the Local Use Tax revenue. She

explained that it is much lower than previous years due to a State law change

that went into effect on January 1, 2025. She spoke on the Regional Transit

Authority (RTA) Sales Tax Revenue. She stated that the amount received is

over what was budgeted. She addressed the elimination of the Statewide

Grocery Tax on January 1, 2026. She noted that the Grocery Tax on tangible

items would still be included in RTA Sales Tax. Hopkinson explained that the

State Income Tax revenue is deposited into the County's General Fund and

differs from month to month, which makes it difficult to predict. Currently, the

State Income Tax revenue is less than last year's amount, but more than what

was expected. Hopkinson stated that the amount received through the Personal

Property Replacement (PPR) Tax was lower than last year and what was

budgeted. She mentioned that the State and County Motor Fuel Tax revenues

are slightly higher than expected. She noted that both Motor Fuel Taxes fund the

Kane County Division of Transportation (KDOT). She explained that the State

Motor Fuel Tax is collected across Illinois and distributed to local governments

based on population. The County Motor Fuel Tax is collected on the gallons of

gas pumped in Kane County. Hopkinson addressed questions and comments

from the Committee. Much discussion ensued.

Hopkinson stated that a Special Finance Committee meeting was scheduled for

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. to discuss the FY2026 Budget.

Committee Member Lenert added that he, along with other members, have been

working with elected officials and are moving forward with making financial

adjustments. He stated that the Finance Committee plans to present a balanced

budget at the November 10, 2025 County Board meeting for approval.

PIO Update (J. Mann)

PIO Mann provided an update on the activities of her office. She spoke on the State of

the County Address. She stated that she worked diligently on a presentation for

Madam Chairman Pierog for the State of the County Address that took place at the

Eagle Brook Country Club. She thanked KCHD Dir. Isaacson, Environ. & Water Res.

Dir. Wollnik, KDOT Deputy Dir. Rickert, and Dev. Dir. VanKerkhoff for their participation

and presentations. Mann stated that another Township Listening Session occurred with

Blackberry Township and Virgil Township, where information was shared about the

Ride in Kane Transit Program, and resources available through the Kane County

Health Department (KCHD). Additionally, she designed an informational brochure for

Committee Member Surges to bring to local festivals that highlight Kane County's

services and programs. Now, she will be designing a brochure with a graphic designer

that could be shared and used by everyone throughout the County. Mann spoke on the

Strategic Plan initiative. She explained that she has been working close with the

planning group and Committee to prepare for a county-wide communications campaign

to encourage residents to participate in upcoming community meetings and an online

survey. Recently, she was tasked with developing the County's Strategic Plan website

and the planning of the commemoration of the United States 250th Anniversary

Celebration. She explained that she has been working with the members of the Elias

Kent Kane Chapter of the Daughters of American Revolution, who advised her that

there are five Revolutionary War veterans buried in Kane County. Mann thanked SAO

IT/Graphic Designer Gunty for her design expertise to help launch the new website to

commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the United States. Mann reported that she

assisted with a tabletop exercise at the KCHD focusing on the responsive coordination

of a food borne illness event. She listed the numerous highlighted articles published in

Kane County Connects, such as remembering County Board Member Dale Berman.

(Committee Member Allan arrived in-person at 9:37 a.m.) Mann addressed questions

and comments from the Committee. Discussion ensued.

Old Business

None.

10.

New Business

Committee Member Bates voiced condolences to County Board Member Berman and

family, who was a friend and a teacher.

11.

Preliminary County Board Agenda:

------------------------------------------------ CONSENT AGENDA ------------------------------------------------

American Rescue Plan

Approving First Amendment to Agreement Between County of Kane and Elgin

Partnership for Early Learning (EPEL)

Committee Member Tepe explained that the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

Committee has had several resolutions that have went directly to the Executive

Committee, without holding an ARPA Committee meeting. However, this month,

the ARPA Committee had enough resolutions that a meeting was held. He

introduced the following seven resolutions. Tepe motioned to move the following

seven resolutions forward, Linder seconded. Motion carried unanimously by roll

call vote.

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

MOVER:

Michael Linder

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing the Reprogramming of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds in the

Amount of $314 (Three Hundred Fourteen Dollars) From the Kane County Office

of Emergency Management’s Mobile Operations Command Post ARPA Project

to the Kane County Building Management Department’s Access Control ARPA

Project

County Board

RESULT:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

TO:

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Michael Linder

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing the Reprogramming of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds in the

Amount of $7,265 (Seven Thousand Two Hundred Sixty-Five Dollars) from the

Kane County Environmental & Water Resources Department’s Ogden Gardens

ARPA Project to the Kane County Environmental & Water Resources

Department’s Stream Gaging ARPA Project

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

MOVER:

Michael Linder

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing the Reprogramming of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds in the

Amount of $214,567.56 (Two Hundred FOURTEEN Thousand FIVE Hundred

SIXTY-SEVEN Dollars and FIFTY-SIX Cents) from the Kane County

Environmental & Water Resources Department’s Ogden Gardens ARPA Project

to the Kane County Environmental & Water Resources Department’s Recycling

Contractual Services and Commodities ARPA Project

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

MOVER:

Michael Linder

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing the Reprogramming of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds in the

Amount of $25,450 (Twenty-Five Thousand Four Hundred Fifty Dollars) from the

Kane County Information Technologies Department’s 211 Phone System ARPA

Project to the Kane County Public Health Department’s Addressing Behavioral

Health Needs of Kane County Residents ARPA Project

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

MOVER:

Michael Linder

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing the Reprogramming of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds in the

Amount of $54,550 (Fifty-Four Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Dollars) from the

Kane County Information Technologies Department’s 211 Phone System ARPA

Project to the Kane County Building Management Department’s Access Control

ARPA Project

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

MOVER:

Michael Linder

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing the Reprogramming of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds in the

Amount of $46,200.55 (Forty-Six Thousand Two Hundred Dollars and Fifty-Five

Cents) from the Association for Individual Developments to Support the

Expansion of Access to Mental Health and Crisis Support Services ARPA

Project to the Kane County Building Management Department’s Kane County

Satellite Offices Building in Elgin HVAC System Renovations ARPA Project

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

MOVER:

Michael Linder

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Administration

Authorizing Additional Funds with Facilities Survey, LLC. (FSI) for the Building

Management Department’s Work Order Software Module for Project

Management

Committee Member Kious introduced the following five resolutions. Kious

motioned to move the following five resolutions forward, Williams seconded.

Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.

County Board

RESULT:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Chris Kious

TO:

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Rick Williams

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing a Contract for Building Management Flooring & Carpeting Services

with TSI Commercial Floor Covering, Inc. & Angstrom LLC (BID# 25-029-DH)

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Chris Kious

MOVER:

Rick Williams

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing a Contract Extension for a Water Operator for the Judicial Center

Campus with Sheaffer and Roland of Geneva, IL (RFQ# 56-024)

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Chris Kious

MOVER:

Rick Williams

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing a Lease Extension for Dark Fiber with Metro Fibernet, LLC for the

Information Technologies Department

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Chris Kious

MOVER:

Rick Williams

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing an Agreement for Cadastral Support Services

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Chris Kious

MOVER:

Rick Williams

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

County Development

Amending Chapter 6 of the Kane County Code Buildings and Building

Regulations: Article IV Fees

Committee Member Williams introduced the following three resolutions. Williams

motioned to move the following three resolutions forward, Linder seconded.

Committee Member Surges stated that the County joined the Greater

Chicagoland Economic Partnership (GCEP), along with several other collar

counties. He questioned Williams if dialog had been made with GCEP about

Kane County's fee structure versus the other collar counties'. Williams stated

that six years ago, a fee study was conducted. He explained that this ordinance

would bring all Building Permit Fees up to date with the cost-of-living and

inflation. He stated that the Stormwater Fees are based on staff time. He

explained that Environ. & Water Res. Dir. Wollnik made adjustments to the

Stormwater Fee Schedule to commensurate with what actual expenses are. As

it relates to other counties, he noted that they have not been looked into.

Williams stated that these fee increases are directly tied to Kane County's actual

services. Discussion ensued.

Chairman Pierog questioned the meaning and cost of several items listed in the

Ordinance's Exhibit A. Dev. Dir. VanKerkhoff addressed her questions.

Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.

County Board

RESULT:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Rick Williams

Michael Linder

TO:

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Ratifying Emergency Purchase Affidavit for a Temporary Project Manager for a

Federal Grant

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Rick Williams

Michael Linder

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Adoption of a Revised Schedule of Fees for Stormwater Permits in

Unincorporated Kane County and Non-Certified Communities

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Rick Williams

Michael Linder

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Energy/Environmental

Authorizing Amendment to Master Power Supply Agreement for the Kane

County Electrical Aggregation Program (RFP# 25-035-TK)

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Mavis Bates

MOVER:

Cherryl Strathmann

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Finance

Approving August 2025 Claims Paid

Committee Member Surges motioned to move the following 13 resolutions

forward, Roth seconded. Committee members provided their individual

comments regarding the intergovernmental agreement resolutions with several

counties for juvenile detention services. Discussion ensued. Motion carried

unanimously by roll call vote.

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing Transfer of Appropriation and Budget Adjustment in the General

Fund for Contractual Services in the County Auditor’s Office

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing the County to Contract with Humana Inc. to Provide the 2026

Healthcare Continuation Coverage for Medicare Eligible Retired and Disabled

Employees and Surviving Spouses

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

AWAY:

Authorizing the Provision of Funds to the City of Batavia for the Implementation

of an Energy Efficiency Program

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Approving FY2026 Operations and Maintenance Agreement with USGS for the

Stream and Rainfall Gages

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement with Rock Island County for

Juvenile Detention Services

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement with Ogle County for Juvenile

Detention Services

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement with Lee County for Juvenile

Detention Services

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement with Stephenson County for

Juvenile Detention Services

County Board

RESULT:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

TO:

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement with Whiteside County for Juvenile

Detention Services

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Emergency Appropriation for Transfer of Funds from JJC/AJC Refunding Debt

Service Fund #623 to the General Fund – General Account #001

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Approving an Amendment to the Agreement with Workday Adaptive Planning of

Pleasanton, California for Access to and Use of Data Analytics and

Budget/Forecasting Software

County Board Member Gripe stated that there was a scrivener's error within the

title of this resolution. He explained that Pleasanton was misspelled.

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorization to Enter Into a Contract Extension for Audit Services

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Human Services

Authorizing Contract Extension for Workers Compensation and Liability Claims

Third Party Administrator

County Board

RESULT:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Clifford Surges

Bill Roth

TO:

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Jobs

Recognizing October as Manufacturing Month in Kane County

Chairman Pierog commended the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center

(IMEC). She explained that she had the opportunity to meet with several

members of IMEC, which one gentleman still works at a shop making springs on

his father's 1940's machine. Discussion ensued.

Pierog spoke on proclamations and the timing it takes to recognize each of them

at the County Board's meetings. Further discussion ensued.

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Michelle Gumz

Michael Linder

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Public Health

Ratifying and Approving Agreements with the U.S. Department of Housing and

Urban Development for the Homeless Prevention Grants for Program Year 2025

County Board

RESULT:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

TO:

Cherryl Strathmann

Deborah Allan

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Transportation

Approving an Agreement for County Engineer’s Salary Program

Committee Member Tepe introduced the following six resolutions. Tepe

motioned to move the following six resolutions forward, Kious seconded. KDOT

Dir. Zakosek addressed questions and comments from the Committee regarding

the following resolutions. Discussion ensued. Motion carried unanimously by roll

call vote.

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

MOVER:

Chris Kious

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Approving Adopt-A-Highway Applicants

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

MOVER:

Chris Kious

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Establishing a Public Hearing Date for Consideration of Land Use Assumptions

for an Update to the Kane County Road Improvement Impact Fee Ordinance

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

MOVER:

Chris Kious

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Approving a Contract for Construction with Helm Electric Facility Solutions, Inc.

dba Helm Electric of Rockford, Illinois for the KDOT Fiber Optic Backup

Improvement Project, Kane County Section No. 25-00583-00-TL

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

MOVER:

Chris Kious

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Approving a Contract for Construction with Martam Construction, Inc. of Elgin,

Illinois for Randall Road at Illinois Route 72 Intersection Improvement, Kane

County Section No. 19-00514-00-WR

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

MOVER:

Chris Kious

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Approving an Agreement with Stanley Consultants, Inc. of Chicago, Illinois for

Phase III Construction Engineering Services for Randall Road at Illinois Route

72 Intersection Improvement, Kane County Section No. 19-00514-00-WR

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

MOVER:

Chris Kious

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

------------------------------------------END OF CONSENT AGENDA ------------------------------------------

Approving County Board Personal Expense Voucher Reimbursement Request

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Bill Roth

MOVER:

Bill Lenert

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Leslie Juby, Chris Kious, Bill Lenert,

Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez, Cherryl Strathmann,

Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams, and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

Michelle Gumz

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Creating the Position of Kane County Historian

Chairman Pierog stated that the country is approaching the 250th Anniversary of

the United States. She explained that this resolution would establish a voluntary

Historian position in Kane County that is provided by the State of Illinois at no

cost. She stated that the Historian would be responsible for creating historical

documents of the County's past to present day. She explained that the only

State requirement for this position is that the County supply a safe where all the

historical documents would be stored. She stated that there is a safe at the Third

Street Courthouse that could be utilized.

County Board

RESULT:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Michelle Gumz

Mavis Bates

TO:

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing Grand Victoria Riverboat Funding for Internal Projects for FY2026

Committee Member Gumz motioned to send this resolution back to the AD HOC

Riverboat Grant Committee, Surges seconded. Much discussion ensued. Motion

failed by a 4-8 vote, with one member away.

Committee Member Kious motioned to move this resolution forward, Strathmann

seconded.

The Committee took a brief recess at 10:42 a.m. The Committee returned at

10:53 a.m.

Kious addressed the AD HOC Riverboat Grant Committee's process in

determining the allocation amounts for internal projects for FY2026. He

explained that the Committee was presented with the original applications. He

noted that the Committee only changed the allocation amounts for the State's

Attorney's programs. He explained that the Riverboat Committee agreed to give

the State's Attorney's Office (SAO) the same allocation for the programs from

FY2025. Additionally, the Committee agreed to not utilize the fund's reserves for

the FY2026 allocations. After these decisions were made, the final allotment of

Riverboat Grant funds was $4,896,289.97, with $4.5M in reserves. Kious

explained that the Committee did not agree with the original allocation of

$5,507,765.00, which did not include any external applications. Additionally, the

Committee agreed to have an allocation spilt for internal and external projects of

83%, or $4,063,602.00, and 17%, or $832,687.97. Kious explained the

reasoning behind decreasing the allocation amount for the SAO. He stated that

the decision was made due to the significant growth within SAO of $1.3M. With

this in mind, the Committee decided to allocate a total amount of $4,369,602.00.

Kious read aloud the Resolution 93-237 - Internal Controls and Distribution of

Funds. He stated that the funds allotted would support and enhance County

programs that affect education, economic development, and/or environmental

issues. He explained that as long as he has been chairman of the Riverboat

Grant Committee, he has tried to ensure all decisions were made using the

three E's. Discussion ensued.

Gumz suggested that all original requests be approved, which would leave the

overall fund balance for the Riverboat Fund at $3.6M. Gumz motioned to amend

this resolution to grant all request allocations in the amount of $5,201,765.00.

Strathmann seconded. Further discussion ensued.

Dev. Dir. VanKerkhoff suggested that the Committee address the internal

requests and funding amount, first. Secondly, he stated that Committee could

make another amendment addressing the externals. He noted that if the agreed

upon allotment amount is more that the Riverboat Fund has received, then it

would be utilizing the unobligated or reserve. Further discussion ensued on

potential changes to the Riverboat Grand funding. Kious presented a table

depicting the Riverboat Grant's 2019-2026 Yearly Comparison of Allotments. He

spoke on the percentage increases from year to year. Further discussion

ensued.

Then motion to amend made by Gumz and seconded by Strathmann failed by a

4-9 vote.

VanKerkhoff stated that the resolution does include the $4,063,602.00 for

internal applications and $832,687.97 for external applications, which totals

$4.8M.

County Board

RESULT:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Chris Kious

TO:

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Cherryl Strathmann

Corinne M. Pierog, Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Chris Kious, Bill

Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, and Cherryl Strathmann

AYE:

Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick

Williams, and Bill Roth

NAY:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

Jarett Sanchez

ABSENT:

AWAY:

After the vote, discussion ensued on the $100K allocation for the Kane County

Strategic Plan.

Ratifying an Emergency Purchase Affidavit for Radio Tower Installations and

Repairs

Committee Member Juby asked KaneComm Dir. Guthrie if the equipment's

repairs and replacements were not known or planned for beforehand. Guthrie

explained that KaneComm has a project with American Rescue Plan Act (APRA)

funds. She stated that the equipment in place is antiquated and that KaneComm

is trying to make the best out of the funds. She explained that as the project has

progressed, it has been found that the equipment on the radio tower needs to be

replaced, such as antennas and cabling. Guthrie stated that she does have the

opportunity to have this money reimbursed and to find other funding sources.

However, after discussions with the State's Attorney's Office (SAO), it was

decided that this resolution would make it quicker and more efficient to be

addressed now. Guthrie addressed questions and comments from the

Committee. Discussion ensued.

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Michelle Gumz

Bill Roth

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Ratifying and Approving Amendment to Grant Agreement Between the County

of Kane and Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Bill Roth

MOVER:

Deborah Allan

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Authorizing Expense Budget Amount to be Used for the 2026 General Fund

General Account Budget

Committee Member Lenert introduced this resolution. He explained that this

resolution addresses the compliance of departments/offices with the FY2026

General Fund Expense Budget.

SAO Chief of Civil Frank clarified that this resolution pertains to a prior resolution

that locked in expense numbers for elected officials. However, there was no

mechanism on how to put this change into the budget. Frank explained that this

resolution will not put the changes into the FY2026 Budget. He stated that the

purpose of this resolution would be to lock in the numbers that will be used by all

departments/offices. He noted that through this resolution the County Board

would be providing the total sum number.

Fin. Exec. Dir. Hopkinson explained that there were departments/offices that

were still making adjustments to their budget as of yesterday, and that Exhibit A

that was handed out at today's meeting, may be incorrect. Frank stated that this

resolution will create a hard cap for elected officials that was predetermined in

the previous resolution. If the Committee later decides to increase the allotted

amount, further amendments would be needed. Frank explained that for the

purposes of having a hard number for elected officials to develop their budgets

on, this resolution will need to be approved. Frank addressed questions and

comments from the Committee. Discussion ensued.

County Board

RESULT:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Vern Tepe

Bill Lenert

TO:

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Leslie Juby, Chris Kious, Bill Lenert,

Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez, Cherryl Strathmann,

Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams, and Bill Roth

AYE:

Michelle Gumz

NAY:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

Proclamation Recognizing November 4-11, 2025 as Veterans’ Week in Kane

County, Illinois

County Board

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

County Board

Rick Williams

Michelle Gumz

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Deborah Allan, Mavis Bates, Michelle Gumz, Leslie Juby, Chris

Kious, Bill Lenert, Anita Lewis, Michael Linder, Jarett Sanchez,

Cherryl Strathmann, Clifford Surges, Vern Tepe, Rick Williams,

and Bill Roth

AYE:

Dale Berman, and Myrna Molina

ABSENT:

12.

Executive Session

Chairman Pierog stated that the matter for Executive Session has been cleared up.

There was no need for an Executive Session at today's meeting.

Pending Litigation

13.

14.

Open Session

Committee Reports

Madam Chairman's Comments

Chairman Pierog asked the Committee to start thinking of their respective Committee's

FY2026 goals. She requested that the goals be quantified. Pierog spoke on the State

of the County Address. She reported that another State of the County Address will be

held on September 22, 2026. Pierog informed the Committee that the National

Association of Counties (NaCo) has invited all Board Chairmen to attend a training at

Stanford University. She noted that her airfare, local transportation, and hotel room will

be covered by a grant. However, she will be submitting a Personal Expense Voucher

for her travel expenses to and from the airport. Pierog stated that the vacancy for

District 2 Board Member has been published. She explained that a resolution

pertaining to the vacancy will be placed on the County Board agenda. She noted that

the seat will need to be filled by December 1, 2025. Pierog announced that there will be

a Special Finance Committee meeting on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 to discuss the

budget. She noted that the final budget approval will be made at the November 10,

2025 County Board meeting. Pierog spoke on her recent visits to County townships.

She noted that this has been a successful outreach. She explained that there is a

concern for many townships on grant writing. Many are seeking support and assistance

with this. Another concern is the need for a public medical closet. Pierog explained that

this medical closet would be available for those that need certain medical equipment.

Lastly, she announced that former County Board Member Berman's visitation is

scheduled for Friday, October 10, 2025, and the funeral would take place the following

Saturday.

Legislative Update

Committee Member Gumz provided the Legislative Update. She stated that the Veto

Session begins on October 14, 2025. She noted that the Governor has vetoed two bills.

She spoke on the Regional Authority Transit (RTA) Bill. She explained that the

County's Lobbyist Team, Chairman Pierog, and herself have been engaged in possible

solutions. She stated that the RTA's deficit was roughly $720M. She explained that

Kane County has been at the table to discuss the governance issues raised with the

Transit Bill. On the Federal side, Gumz stated that Government is shut down. However,

the County does continue to get suggested appropriations. However, no appropriation

will be provided while the government is shut down.

Chairman Pierog stated that she will put together a summary of items that have been

impacted through the Government shutdown in Kane County, such as reduction of

grants for next week's County Board meeting. Discussion ensued.

Committee Member Juby recommended that a tree be planted in honor of Dale

Berman.

All Other Committees

Committee Member Bates provided a progress report on the Strategic Plan

Subcommittee. She explained that the Committee has set their dates/times for the

town hall meetings. She stated that the survey questions that will go out to the

stakeholders have been determined. Lastly, she stated that the Kane County Strategic

Plan website will go live shortly.

Committee Member Surges stated that he took a meeting with the owner of The Bricks,

a local wedding venue, regarding the river situation in the northern counties. He

explained that when the dam was removed from the Fox River, the built up of silt was

not flush out, like expected. Now, all the silt has settled in the river, which has been

problematic. He thanked Forest Preserve Executive Director, Ben Haberthur, for

addressing this matter. Secondly, Surges explained that he was approached by the

Village of East Dundee. He stated that the Village's Administrator is seeking support for

the Haeger property site. He recommended the Village reach out to Chairman Pierog,

County Board Members Kious and Sanchez, and himself. Lastly, Surges stated that at

the next Human Services Committee meeting, a discussion will be had on department

heads and who they report to. He explained that there will be two resolutions on the

Human Services agenda that are being reviewed by the State's Attorney's Office. He

stated that the Human Services Committee will have to decide on how to move forward

with the two resolutions.

Committee Member Kious stated that the Administration Committee and staff are

finalizing the Capital Projects list. He explained that the list will be presented at the next

Administration Committee meeting. Additionally, Kious reported that the HVAC systems

at the Elgin Health Department building and the Kane County Sheriff's Office's shooting

range are set to be installed shortly. He noted that these projects are all funded by the

American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

15.

Adjournment