Kane County Judicial and Public Safety Committee met June 13.
Here is the minutes provided by the committee:
1. Call to Order
Chairman Lenert called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
| Attendee Name | Title | Status |
| Bill Lenert | Chairman | Present |
| John Martin | Vice Chair | Present |
| Mo Iqbal | Board Member | Absent |
| Michael Kenyon | Board Member | Present |
| Anita Lewis | Board Member | Present |
| Jarett Sanchez | Board Member | Present |
| Angela C Thomas | Board Member | Absent |
2. Approval of Minutes: April 11, 2019 & May 9, 2019
RESULT: APPROVED WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member
SECONDER: Jarett Sanchez, Board Member
AYES: Bill Lenert, John Martin, Michael Kenyon, Anita Lewis, Jarett Sanchez
ABSENT: Mo Iqbal, Angela C Thomas
3. Public Comment
None
4. Monthly Financial Reports
Finance staff Waggoner reported the Coroner's office in the General Fund was trending slightly higher than recommended for this time of year. In the Special Revenue Fund reviewed overages were due to transfers and encumbrances, however there are no concerns at this time.
5. State's Attorney (J. McMahon)
Asst. State's Attorney Brady reported case filings so far this year recorded were 1,024 Felonies and 939 Misdemeanors. Brady noted numbers are trending upward since last year including the referrals for DCFS; they are up to 200% from last year. The significant caseload may be due to the increase in staff at the state level. The collection agency Harris and Harris will be providing a monthly update on totals collected going forward. More than $31M of delinquent cases have been turned over to collections YTD. Projections for the total 2019 actual collections was $2.75M. Brady noted there has been a 60% increase in collections in comparison to last year. Lastly, Building Management is working on repairs in the basement level of the Annex building, the damage was due to a pipe bursting.
6. Sheriff/Adult Corrections (R. Hain)
A. Monthly Report
The monthly financial and Impact reports were included in the agenda packet. Sheriff Hain provided a verbal update on the 7 year old who was struck on her bike noting she has made a full recovery. He discussed the Electronic Home Monitoring (EHM) Program. EHM is designed for candidates who are currently sentenced in jail to aid individuals to get back to work. This in turn enables vacancy to expand the recovery pod. EHM also avoids detention grade housing allowing for more residential. This change impacts funding in a positive manner.
B. Sheriff's Treatment Center Feasibility Study (Austin Dempsey and Dan Stellato of Batavia Enterprises)
Austin Dempsey of Batavia Enterprises provided background information of the Sheriff's Treatment Center Feasibility Study. Over the course of 8-weeks, various service providers were contacted to determine construction costs and details including medical office layouts and treatment centers. Dan Stellato discussed the design of the treatment center. Different building and construction sites were evaluated. It was determination that in the existing corrections building, the south pod would be the most efficient for construction. The facility would house cafeteria, beds, rooms, an atrium and triage.
Greg Wetzel discussed the financial and functionality aspects of the construction. The estimated total cost was just over $7M according to the study. Neighboring treatment center audits were reviewed generating key assumptions for a realistic operating budget. It was determined the occupancy expense averages 4% of the gross revenue. Recommendations to the County included assumptions of two different scenarios regarding the operator paying for the development costs vs. the County paying the entire development.
Bd. Member Martin asked questions regarding potential grants for the treatment facility. Sheriff Hain responded that staff has applied for grants regarding this particular facility.
Bd. Member Lewis did notate the location may not be very appealing since it is part of the Jail. Sheriff Hain responded that the entrance will be positioned and constructed to be visually attractive.
Chair Lenert suggested labeling it a treatment center section of the Judicial Public Safety Complex instead of the Jail.
C. Resolution: Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Board of Education of Central Community Unit School District No. 301 and the County of Kane Authorizing the Kane County Sheriff's Office Emergency Access to School Security Video Feeds and Radio Frequencies
This authorizes an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Board of Education of Central Community Unit School District No. 301 authorizing emergency access to school security video feeds and radio frequencies.
RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 7/3/2019 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee
MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member
SECONDER: Jarett Sanchez, Board Member
AYES: Bill Lenert, John Martin, Michael Kenyon, Anita Lewis, Jarett Sanchez
ABSENT: Mo Iqbal, Angela C Thomas
7. Judiciary & Courts (Chief Judge Clancy Boles/D. Naughton)
None
8. Court Services Administration (L. Aust)
Staff Hill provided a brief verbal report.
9. Juvenile Justice Center (M. Davis)
A. Monthly Report
Supt. Davis provided a brief report regarding the educational services provided at the JJC and presented the following resolution:
B. Resolution: Approval of Agreement to Provide Educational Services at the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center
TO: Finance and Budget Committee
MOVER: John Martin, Vice Chair
SECONDER: Anita Lewis, Board Member
AYES: Bill Lenert, John Martin, Michael Kenyon, Anita Lewis, Jarett Sanchez
ABSENT: Mo Iqbal, Angela C Thomas
10. KaneComm (M. Guthrie)
A. Monthly Report
Dir. Guthrie discussed the high volume of incidents in the past month. Sheriff Hain brought Lexi, the little girl involved in the hit and run accident in May to visit KaneComm. They have concluded the skills tests for applicants and will continue with the next exams in June. Guthrie presented the following resolution:
Resolution: Authorizing Personnel Hiring for Kane County B. Emergency Communications
RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 6/26/2019 9:00 AM
TO: Finance and Budget Committee
MOVER: Jarett Sanchez, Board Member
SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member
AYES: Bill Lenert, John Martin, Michael Kenyon, Anita Lewis, Jarett Sanchez
ABSENT: Mo Iqbal, Angela C Thomas
11. Merit Commission
The monthly report was placed on file.
12. Circuit Clerk (T. Hartwell)
Referencing the report included in the agenda packet, Cir. Clk. Hartwell provided a brief update on the case filing statistics for the month.
13. Public Defender (K. Childress)
Referencing the report included in the agenda packet, Public Defender Childress shared the monthly statistics. A formal internship program was created a few years back, which continues to go well. Staff is working on in house educational trainings and anticipate providing an all-day program in October this year. A formal invitation will be provided. Brief discussion occurred.
14. Coroner (R. Russell)
Coroner Russell distributed a report not included in the agenda packet. He provided a brief update of overdose statistics YTD. Numbers have decreased in comparison to last year.
Chair Lenert noted the positive collaboration of the Sheriff’s Department and Chief Judge’s Office resulted in the ability to regain funding for the Electronic Home Monitoring (EHM) program. Brief conversation occurred.
15. Executive Session (If Needed)
None
16. Place Written Reports on File
RESULT: PLACE WRITTEN REPORTS ON FILE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jarett Sanchez, Board Member
SECONDER: Anita Lewis, Board Member
AYES: Bill Lenert, John Martin, Michael Kenyon, Anita Lewis, Jarett Sanchez
ABSENT: Mo Iqbal, Angela C Thomas
17. Adjournment
RESULT: ADJOURNED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anita Lewis, Board Member
SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member
AYES: Bill Lenert, John Martin, Michael Kenyon, Anita Lewis, Jarett Sanchez
ABSENT: Mo Iqbal, Angela C Thomas
This meeting adjourned at 9:41 a.m
https://www.countyofkane.org/MeetingMinutes/5088/19-06-13.pdf
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