Kane County Judicial/Public Safety Committee met Sept. 10.
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 | Organization | Title | Status | Arrived |
| Bill Lenert | Kane County | Chairman | Present | |
| John Martin | Kane County | Vice Chair | Present | |
| Mo Iqbal | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Michael Kenyon | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Anita Lewis | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Jarett Sanchez | Kane County | Board Member | Present | 9:10 AM |
| Angela C Thomas | Kane County | Board Member | Present |
2. Approval of Minutes: August 13, 2020
RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mo Iqbal, Board Member
SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member
AYES: Bill Lenert, John Martin, Mo Iqbal, Michael Kenyon, Anita Lewis, Jarett Sanchez
ABSENT: Angela C Thomas
3. Public Comment
None
4. Monthly Financial Reports
A. Judiciary Financial Reports
The attached reports were discussed.
5. State's Attorney (K. Orland)
A. Monthly Report
SAO Orland reported a back log in cases the SAO continued to work through and a slight increase in case fillings from FY19. Chair Lenert announced Orland would be a part of the transition team for the new SAO in November.
6. Sheriff/Adult Corrections (R. Hain)
A. Monthly Report
Sheriff Hain provided updates concerning Covid 19, discussed jail statistics and acknowledged precautions being used by staff. Further discussion continued addressing diversion programs and the continuation of social distancing. Hain stated the Sheriff's Office continued to provide support to the Municipalities. Chair Lenert commended the Sheriff and the Sheriff's Office for the support they provided Hesed House during the Covid Crisis.
B. Resolution: Re-Appointment of Peter Burgert Sr. as Chairman of the Merit Commission
RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 10/7/2020 9:00 AM
TO: Executive Committee
MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member
SECONDER: Mo Iqbal, Board Member
AYES: Bill Lenert, John Martin, Mo Iqbal, Michael Kenyon, Anita Lewis, Jarett Sanchez
ABSENT: Angela C Thomas
C. Resolution: Approving the Purchase of Protective Gear for Sheriff's Mobile Field Force Team Sheriff Hain presented the Resolution and discussed the need for updated equipment. Chair Lenert reminded the Committee the funds supporting this Resolution will come out of Sheriff funds with no additional support.
RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 9/30/2020 9:00 AM
TO: Finance and Budget Committee
MOVER: John Martin, Board Member
SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member
AYES: Bill Lenert, John Martin, Mo Iqbal, Michael Kenyon, Anita Lewis, Jarett Sanchez
ABSENT: Angela C Thomas
7. Judiciary & Courts (Hull)
A. Monthly Report
Chief Judge Hull reported on the need to provide public access to the court system especially electronically during covid to keep cases moving forward. Hull discussed the increased volume of evictions projected. Hull commended Kane County's ability to consistently maintain credibility within its departments. Hull stated Kane County’s communication of policies, Sheriff’s Office cooperation and Building Management's ability to provide all day cleaning services has helped build trust during the Covid health crisis.
8. Court Services Administration (L. Aust)
A. Monthly Report
Dir. Aust provided a brief verbal report and presented the following resolution:
B. Resolution: Authorizing Contract Agreement with One Hope United for Multi-Systemic Therapy Services
RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 9/30/2020 9:00 AM
TO: Finance and Budget Committee
MOTION: Michael Kenyon, Board Member
SECONDED: Mo Iqbal, Board Member
AYES: Bill Lenert, John Martin, Mo Iqbal, Michael Kenyon, Anita Lewis, Jarett Sanchez
ABSENT: Angela C Thomas
Chair Lenert acknowledged Aust for her continual efforts and reporting to the Committee.
9. Juvenile Justice Center (M. Davis)
A. JJC Monthly Report
Supt. Davis briefly reported and updated the Committee on JJC acknowledging a return of full staff and the restarting of programs. Brief discussion continued with Chair Lenert's acknowledgement of a job well done by Davis concluding this report until next Month.
10. KaneComm (M. Guthrie)
A. Monthly Report
Dir. Guthrie referenced the report included in the agenda packet noting training, hiring and precautions continue. Guthrie also discussed system updates and identified call activity increases from the previous year.
11. Merit Commission
None
12. Circuit Clerk (T. Hartwell)
A. August 2020 CIC Monthly Report
Cir. Clk. Hartwell referenced the report included in the agenda packet. Chair Lenert acknowledged a job well done collecting revenue.
13. Public Defender (R. Conant)
PD Conant reported numbers being up from last year and a backlog they continual work through with SAO assistance. Acknowledging positive feedback concerning Kane County and their progresses. Chair Lenert acknowledged Conant for her support along with Chief Judge Hull. ITD was commended for the technology supplied in supporting electronic court reminders.
14. Coroner
Reports attached to Agenda for review.
15. Executive Session (If Needed)
None
16. Place Written Reports on File
RESULT: PLACE WRITTEN REPORTS ON FILE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mo Iqbal, Board Member
SECONDER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member
AYES: Bill Lenert, John Martin, Mo Iqbal, Michael Kenyon, Anita Lewis, Jarett Sanchez
ABSENT: Angela C Thomas
17. Adjournment
RESULT: ADJOURNED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Kenyon, Board Member
SECONDER: Mo Iqbal, Board Member
AYES: Bill Lenert, John Martin, Mo Iqbal, Michael Kenyon, Anita Lewis, Jarett Sanchez
ABSENT: Angela C Thomas
This meeting was adjourned at 9:37 a.m.
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