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Kane County

KC Transportation Committee

Meeting Minutes

TEPE, Daugherty, Berman, Iqbal, Kious, Lenert, Roth, ex-officios Williams (County

Development Chair) and Pierog (County Chair)

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

9:00 AM

County Board Room

Call To Order

Chairman Tepe called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM.

Roll Call

Board Member Vern Tepe

Board Member Mo Iqbal

Board Member Chris Kious

Board Member Bill Lenert

Board Member Bill Roth

PRESENT

Ex-Officio (County Development Chair) Rick Williams

Board Member Gary Daugherty

Board Member Dale Berman

Ex-Officio County Board Chair Corinne M. Pierog

REMOTE

ABSENT

Also present: Co. Bd. Members Juby*, Molina*, Penesis*; KDOT Dir. Zakosek & staff

Rickert, Way, O'Connell, Hohertz, Coffinbargar, Young, Weesner, ; ASA Cermak,

Weldon; ITD staff Peters; and members of the press and public including KDOT Atty.

Pat Jaeger.

Remote Attendance Requests

Chairman Tepe announced the remote attendance requests for today's meeting. He

asked the Committee if there were any objections to Committee Members Berman and

Daugherty attending today's meeting remotely. There were no objections.

Approval of Minutes: February 18, 2025

RESULT:

MOVER:

APPROVED BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT

Chris Kious

Public Comment

None.

Finance

February Transportation Committee Finance Reports

KDOT Dir. Zakosek stated the monthly financial reports were on file. He

announced that Senior Accountant, Ashley Young, has been promoted to the

Division of Transportation's Chief Financial Officer.

Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP)

KDOT Deputy Dir. Rickert presented the Kane County Division of

Transportation's (KDOT) Draft Transportation Improvement Program for FY2025

through FY2029. He explained that KDOT is beginning to look into the five-year

financial planning efforts. He noted that this plan will include all the projected

revenues over the next five years. Additionally it will include information on

personnel, commodities, contractuals and the Transportation Improvement

Program (TIP). The TIP will include expansion projects, which include projects

that are in progress and projects that have been completed, but funding is still

owed to the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for KDOT's share of

the projects. (Committee Member Daugherty arrived remotely at 9:04 a.m.)

Rickert spoke on purchase orders. He stated that some purchase orders state

that the project was completed years prior, but the invoice from IDOT has not

been submitted to KDOT. Currently, there is approximately $90M worth of

contractual obligations. Rickert noted to get a clearer idea on where KDOT is

financially, one needs to look over the TIP. He stated that the TIP lists

expansion projects, modernization projects, safety projects, and preservation

projects. He noted that all the projects listed were approved by the Kane County

Board in prior years. KDOT has not added any new projects to this program due

to the County's financial restraints. Additionally, multiple projects are in Phase I

Engineering in order for KDOT to submit applications for outside funding

sources. Rickert stated that preservation/maintenance are the primary projects

that KDOT is responsible for. KDOT has about 68 structures to maintain and/or

replace on an annual basis, which costs $12M per year. Additionally, KDOT

expends approximately $13M a year for roadway paving, striping, and safety

aspects. Rickert stated that KDOT's annual reoccurring revenue is

approximately $52M, and about $50M in expenses for maintenance and

operations. This leaves approximately $1M to $2M for KDOT to match federal

funds, which is not a substantial amount. Rickert spoke on the financial

difficulties KDOT faces to maintain County roadways. He addressed KDOT's

contractual and commodities, such as vehicle replacements. Rickert stated that

by 2028, KDOT will be facing a $33M shortfall. This shortfall has been listed in

every KDOT financial plan over the last several years. KDOT has continued to

look into federal and state funding to address this financial gap. However, this

deficit will make it more difficult for KDOT to have local funds to match federal

funding. Rickert handed out an one-page summary: Transportation Improvement

Program (TIP) - Projected Revenues/Expenditures as of March 18, 2025. He

noted that this handout is a summary of KDOT's cash flow. He provided

examples of critical FY2026 to FY2028 projects within the TIP that utilize County

funding only. There are over $100M worth of required projects that must be

done within the next four years, such as intersection safety projects,

replacement of bridges, tree mitigation, and roadway improvements. Rickert

stated that KDOT will be working on finalizing the five-year financial plan within

the next couple months. He requested that all feedback on the financial plan and

TIP be forwarded to himself. Lastly, he explained that he was recently informed

that KDOT will be responsible for the Claude Hanson Bridge in Elgin. There is

approximately $250K worth of improvements that need to be done to this bridge.

KDOT Dir. Zakosek and Rickert addressed questions and comments from the

Committee. Much discussion ensued.

Maintenance

Maintenance Report

KDOT Maintenance Supt. Way stated the monthly report was on file. He

reported that 75% of the snow fencing has been removed from fields. As of

March 10, 2025, KDOT has addressed cold weather conditions 30 times and

has utilized 6K tons of salt. Way thanked the Kane County Office of Emergency

Management (OEM) for their assistance on Friday, March 14, 2025 and

Saturday, March 15, 2025 with tree and power line removal from County

roadways.

Way provided a presentation on Kane County's Division of Transportation's

(KDOT) sign making process. KDOT's Sign Shop responsibilities include trash

pick-up and roadway inspection for 375 center line miles, 800 lane miles, and

16,500 signs in Kane County. Way shared a map that depicted the location of

each of these signs. He reviewed the old sign making process. This process was

a long, tedious process. Way shared the new sign making process, which has

cut down the time spent and garbage waste of each sign. He shared photos of

the new sign making machine that was purchased approximately three years

ago. The signs made with the new process are guaranteed to last 15 to 20

years. Way reviewed the cost difference between the old and new sign making

methods. The old method cost $84.58 per sign. The new method cost $58.94

per sign. The total savings for a 36x36 sign is $25.64 per sign. Way spoke on

the timesaving with the new method. The old method would take about 45

minutes. The new method takes 25 minutes. Way spoke on the UV overlay that

protects the signs. With the UV overlay installed, the sign is warranted to last 15

years. 3M states that the signs should last 20+ years, before the reflectivity falls

below acceptable range. Way spoke on emergency response. He explained that

in an event of a disaster where numerous signs were lost, the Sign Shop is now

able to print 100s of signs in less than an hour. Additionally, through the recycle

program of political signs, KDOT is able to utilize these old signs to post

temporary roadway signage, when needed. Way shared pictures of KDOT's

Sign Shop. Way addressed questions and comments from the Committee. Much

discussion ensued.

Approving Adopt-A-Highway Applicants

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Chris Kious

MOVER:

Bill Roth

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Approving a $25,000.00 Deposit for Five (5) 2026 Tandem Axle Truck Cab &

Chassis for the Kane County Division of Transportation

KDOT Maintenance Supt. Way addressed the cost of each unit. For the four

snow plows, the cost is $149,974 per chassis. For the tractor truck, the cost is

$191,305. He noted that these prices are not locked in, but it will lock in the build

spot for 2026. If some of these units are not approved in the County's FY2026

budget, the deposits are able to be utilized for those that are approved. If none

of the units are approved, the $25K deposit is refundable. Way spoke on the

difficulties of purchasing new units. Way addressed questions and comments

from the Committee. Discussion ensued.

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Bill Roth

MOVER:

Bill Lenert

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Illinois Public Works Mutual

Aid Network (IPWMAN) for Membership Participation and Mutual Aid Assistance

KDOT Maintenance Supt. Way provided additional information on this

resolution.

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Bill Lenert

TO:

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Bill Roth

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Planning & Programming

Planning & Programming Report

KDOT Deputy Dir. Rickert stated the monthly Planning and Programming Report

was on file. He reviewed the contents of the report, such as the Kane Kendall

Council of Mayors Newsletter. The newsletter lists funding opportunities. The

monthly report shares information on the Kane County Safety Action Plan.

Rickert stated that KDOT will be in Springfield to speak on transit, encouraging

certain directions, and discussing KDOT's Quick-Take Bill regarding Randall

Road at Hopps Road. He addressed the Kane County's Impact Fee program

update. He stated that KDOT staff has conducted interviews with consulting

firms to complete the statutorily required update to the Comprehensive Roadway

Improvement Plan (CRIP) and Impact Fee Program. This contract will be

presented to the Committee for approval. Rickert noted that this is done every

five years and takes about two years to complete.

Authorizing Applications for and Execution of FY2024 and FY2025 Grant

Agreements Under the Section 5310 Funds Program for Ride in Kane

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Chris Kious

MOVER:

Bill Roth

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Permitting

Permitting Report

KDOT Chief of Permitting Hohertz stated the monthly report was on file. She

highlighted projects that have undergone ongoing plan reviews and are

anticipated to start construction this spring: Kirk Road and Division Street, Main

Street and Deerpath Road, Longmeadow Parkway and Stonegate Road, and

Madeline and Big Timber.

10.

Traffic Operations

Traffic Operations Report

KDOT Traffic Operations Engineer Weesner stated the monthly Traffic

Operations Report was on file. He stated that KDOT is in the last year of a three-

year lumineer replacement project. This project entails the replacement of

Metal-Halide lighting with LED lights. Additionally, KDOT is replacing the light

engines in the decorative housings on the Fabyan Parkway Bridge. With these

replacements, the County can expect the lights to have a longer lifetime and

electricity savings. Weesner addressed questions and comments from the

Committee.

11.

Project Implementation

Project Implementation Report

KDOT Chief of Design O'Connell stated the monthly Project Implementation

Report was on file. She highlighted the awards received for the Longmeadow

Parkway Corridor project and the Dauberman Road Extension project.

Longmeadow Parkway won for projects greater than $75M at both the APWA

Fox Valley Branch and the Chicago Metro Chapter. Additionally, Longmeadow

Parkway won the ACEC Illinois Honor Award and the Lincoln Grand Conceptor

Award for the best project in Illinois. O'Connell stated that the Dauberman Road

Extension project won the APWA Fox Valley Branch Award for projects $25M to

$75M. O'Connell addressed questions and comments from the Committee.

Approving a $193,746.89 Contract for Construction with D. Construction, Inc. of

Coal City, Illinois for the Keslinger Road Box Culvert Extension and Guardrail

Removal Project, Kane County Section No. 24-00575-00-DR

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Rick Williams

MOVER:

Bill Lenert

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Approving a $260,071.50 Contract for Construction with Martam Construction,

Inc. of Elgin, Illinois for the LaFox Road Pedestrian Box Culvert Repair Project,

Kane County Section No. 24-00574-00-BT

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Rick Williams

MOVER:

Bill Roth

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Approving a $6,248,000.00 Contract for Construction with Builders Paving, LLC

of Hillside, Illinois for 2025 Kane County Resurfacing Project, Kane County

Section No. 24-00576-00-RS

KDOT Asst. Dir. Coffinbargar addressed questions and comments from the

Committee.

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Bill Roth

MOVER:

Bill Lenert

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Approving a $125,000.00 Appropriation to the Forest Preserve District of Kane

County for Improvements to Buffalo Park and Brunner Family Forest Preserves

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Chris Kious

MOVER:

Bill Roth

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Approving a $100,000.00 Relocation Commitment Agreement with

Commonwealth Edison Company for Relocation of Facilities for the Randall

Road at Hopps Road Intersection Improvement, Kane County Section No.

19-00511-00-CH

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Bill Roth

MOVER:

Bill Lenert

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Approving a $372,811.00 Engineering Services Agreement with H.R. Green, Inc.

of Aurora, Illinois for 2025 Structure Safety Inspections, Kane County Section

No. 25-00579-00-EG

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Bill Roth

MOVER:

Bill Lenert

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with the State of Illinois for

$58,885.20 for Phase III Construction for Illinois Route 47/U.S. Route 30 at

Waterpark Way to Jericho Road

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Bill Lenert

MOVER:

Dale Berman

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Approving a $483,483.00 Contract for Construction with Builders Paving, LLC of

Hillside, Illinois for the 2025 Blackberry Township Road District, Section No.

25-04000-01-GM

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Rick Williams

TO:

MOVER:

SECONDER:

Bill Roth

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Approving a $175,398.75 Contract for Construction with Peter Baker & Son Co.

of Lake Bluff, Illinois for 2025 Burlington Township Road District, Section No.

25-05000-01-GM

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Bill Roth

MOVER:

Bill Lenert

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Approving a $387,887.00 Contract for Construction with Builders Paving, LLC of

Hillside, Illinois for 2025 Kaneville Township Road District, Section No.

25-11000-01-GM

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Bill Lenert

MOVER:

Bill Roth

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT:

Approving a $991,000.30 Contract for Construction with Plote Construction, Inc.

of Hoffman Estates, Illinois for 2025 St. Charles Township Road District, Section

No. 25-14000-01-GM

KC Executive Committee

RESULT:

TO:

MOVED FORWARD BY ROLL CALL VOTE

KC Executive Committee

Bill Roth

MOVER:

Rick Williams

SECONDER:

Vern Tepe, Gary Daugherty, Dale Berman, Mo Iqbal, Chris Kious,

Bill Lenert, Bill Roth, and Rick Williams

AYE:

Corinne M. Pierog

ABSENT: