Kane County Legislative Committee met April 18.

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella

Jun 10, 2018

Here is the minutes provided by the Committee:

1. Call to Order

Co-Chair Starrett called the meeting to order at 10:38 AM.

Attendee Name Title Status Arrived

Deborah Allan Board Member Present

Philip Lewis Board Member Present

Monica Silva Board Member Late 10:53 AM

Angela C Thomas Board Member Present

Barbara Wojnicki Board Member Present

Barbara Hernandez Co-Chair Present

Susan Starrett Co-Chair Present

Also present: Co. Bd. Smith, staff Nagel; and ITD staff Peters.

2. Approval of Minutes: March 21, 2018

Result: Approved With Voice Vote [Unanimous]

Mover: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member

Seconder: Angela C Thomas, Board Member

Ayes: Deborah Allan, Philip Lewis, Angela C Thomas, Barbara Wojnicki, Barbara Hernandez, Susan Starrett

Absent: Monica Silva

3. Public Comment

None

4. Old Business

A. Legislative Update

Co-Chair Starrett provided an update on previously discussed bills noting most of the legislation has gone on to the rules committee, third readings, and/or assignments. She mentioned HB4581 and HB4711 had short debates, SB2600 and SB2572 were postponed, and SB2332 is on its third reading.

5. New Business

Starrett discussed HB4104 on Municipal CD-Audit Report Standards. She noted that the Supreme Court discussed sales tax for the internet and Congress is set to tackle opioid legislation. Starrett shared information on NACo's (National Association of Counties) educational programs for students and key county economic programs that fall under the FY2018 omnibus bill.

Thomas suggested a list of bills to be placed on the agenda in order to have a proper discussion.

She asked that a calendar be put together with guest and topic information. Thomas noted the DuPage County Board has eliminated a fire district and suggested reviewing cost saving strategies.

(Silva arrives @ 10:53 a.m.)

Smith added there is a new bill pending to eliminate the township consolidation bill. Conversation occurred.

Starrett promoted upcoming NACo webinar events and conferences.

6. Executive Session (If needed)

None

7. Adjournment

Result: Adjourned By Voice Vote [Unanimous]

Mover: Angela C Thomas, Board Member

Seconder: Monica Silva, Board Member

Ayes: Deborah Allan, Philip Lewis, Monica Silva, Angela C Thomas, Barbara Wojnicki, Barbara Hernandez,

Susan Starrett

This meeting was adjourned at 11:18 AM.