Kane County Executive Committee Met Dec. 2.
Here is the minutes provided by the committee:
1. Call to Order
Chairman Lauzen called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM.
2. Roll Call
| Attendee Name | Organization | Title | Status | Arrived |
| Angela C Thomas | Kane County | Ex-Officio | Present | |
| Deborah Allan | Kane County | Board Member | Late | 9:24 AM |
| Drew Frasz | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Matt Hanson | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| John Hoscheit | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Mo Iqbal | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Mike Kenyon | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Bill Lenert | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Anita Lewis | Kane County | Board Member | Absent | |
| John Martin | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Jarett Sanchez | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Douglas Scheflow | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Clifford Surges | Kane County | Board Member | Late | |
| Steve Weber | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Barbara Wojnicki | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Christopher J Lauzen | Kane County | Chairman | Present |
3. Pledge of Allegiance
Chairman Lauzen asked Board Member Steve Weber to lead the pledge.
Chairman Lauzen affirmed how grateful we are for all veterans with a special acknowledgement to Board Members Mike Kenyon and Steve Weber.
4. Approval of Minutes: November 4, 2020
| RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Bill Lenert, Board Member SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member AYES: Angela C Thomas, Deborah Allan, Matt Hanson, John Hoscheit, Mo Iqbal, Mike Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Jarett Sanchez, Douglas Scheflow, Clifford Surges, Steve Weber, Barbara Wojnicki ABSENT: Drew Frasz, Anita Lewis |
None
6. Monthly Financials (J. Onzick)
Fin. Dir. Onzick used a presentation to update the committee on the financial reports. Onzick reported briefly on the general fund revenue variances year to date through October. Onzick continued with a review of sales tax revenue collection for FY20 and the impact of Covid 19 with a comparable from FY19. Onzick affirmed that anything beyond January 2021 cannot be counted in FY20 even if uncollected. Onzick reported on the comments from the Moody’s Report that highlight the county's positive working stability, credit reporting and healthy tax base that support a very strong economy that is far superior to the US Median. Onzick pointed out the data showing a non favorable net pension liability at 2.12% that is below the national average. Onzick acknowledged the lack of an increase to the tax levy in past 8 years. Further discussion and reflection continued by Onzick in regard to working with Chairman Lauzen and John Hoscheit, Finance Committee chairman. Onzick identified the legacy created and the gift to the future using a presentation. Member Iqbal requested suggestions to rectify and improve in regard to the pension liability downfall. Onzick had no personal suggestions.
7. Preliminary County Board Agenda - December 8, 2020
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County Development
The following ordinance moved forward to the Consent Agenda.
1. Ordinance: An Ordinance Establishing the Big Timber Oaks Special Service Area SW-53 of Kane County, Illinois and the Levy of Taxes for the Purpose of Paying the Cost of Providing Special Services
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 12/8/2020 9:45 AM TO: County Board
MOVER: John Martin, Board Member SECONDER: Bill Lenert, Board Member AYES: Angela C Thomas, Deborah Allan, Drew Frasz, Matt Hanson, John Hoscheit, Mo Iqbal, Mike Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Jarett Sanchez, Douglas Scheflow, Clifford Surges, Steve Weber, Barbara Wojnicki ABSENT: Anita Lewis |
1. Resolution: Authorizing Certain Actions Relative to the Tax Agent
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 12/8/2020 9:45 AM TO: County Board
MOVER: Deborah Allan, Board Member SECONDER: Bill Lenert, Board Member AYES: Angela C Thomas, Deborah Allan, Drew Frasz, Matt Hanson, John Hoscheit, Mo Iqbal, Mike Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Jarett Sanchez, Douglas Scheflow, Clifford Surges, Steve Weber, Barbara Wojnicki ABSENT: Anita Lewis |
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 12/08//2020 9:45 AM TO: County Board
MOVER: Bill Lenert, Board Member SECONDER: Jarett Sanchez, Board Member AYES: Angela C Thomas, Deborah Allan, Drew Frasz, Matt Hanson, John Hoscheit, Mo Iqbal, Mike Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Jarett Sanchez, Douglas Scheflow, Clifford Surges, Steve Weber, Barbara Wojnicki ABSENT: Anita Lewis |
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 12/08/2020 9:45 AM TO: County Board
MOVER: Deborah Allan, Board Member SECONDER: Jarett Sanchez, Board Member AYES: Angela C Thomas, Deborah Allan, Drew Frasz, Matt Hanson, John Hoscheit, Mo Iqbal, Mike Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Jarett Sanchez, Douglas Scheflow, Clifford Surges, Steve Weber, Barbara Wojnicki ABSENT: Anita Lewis |
The following 21 items were moved forward to the Consent Agenda:
1. Resolution: Authorizing FY21 Budget Adjustment Related to 9-14-20 Allocation
2. Resolution: Authorizing Allocation of Savings Generated by Cares Act Payroll Reimbursements and Related FY21 Budget Adjustment for Emergency Purchase of Health Department Generator
3. Resolution: Authorizing Allocation of Cares Act Funds and Related FY20 and FY21 Budget Adjustments for Emergency Purchase of Air Purification Equipment
4. Resolution: Authorizing a Budget Adjustment to Resolution 20-387 for the Emergency Purchase Affidavit for the Kane County Sheriff's Office Purchase of a Vehicle for Kane County Sheriff's Office Drug Task Force
5. Resolution: Authorizing a 2021 Budget Adjustment and Addendum to Warranty, Support and Licensing Agreement with Hart InterCivic for Voting System
6. Resolution: Approving Payment of Commercial Insurance FY2021 Including Auto, Property, General Liability, Law Enforcement, Employment Practices, Public Official Liability, Excess Liability, Cyber Liability, Crime, Workers Compensation and a Service Agreement with Presidio Insurance and Related FY2021 Budget Adjustment
7. Resolution: Authorizing Additional Funding for Multi-Use Facility Project and Related FY21 Budget Adjustment
8. Resolution: Authorizing Reduction in fees for Kane County Liquor Licenses for 2021 and FY21 Budget Adjustment
9. Resolution: Authorizing a Contract with Flexible Benefits Service Corporation to Administer Flexible Spending Accounts
10. Resolution: Approving 2021 Retiree Monthly Health and Dental Contribution 11. Resolution: Authorizing DevNet Taxpayer Portal for Property Information System
12. Resolution: Authorization to Purchase Naloxone with funding from Illinois Department of Human Services
13. Resolution: Authorizing the Intergovernmental Agreement Among the County of Kane, the Village of West Dundee, and eWorks Electronics Services for the Recycling of Electronics Equipment 2021
14. Resolution: Adopting the Kane County Solid Waste Management and Resource Recovery Plan 2020 Update
15. Resolution: Authorizing Annual Renewal of CityView License and Maintenance With Harris Corporation
16. Resolution: Authorizing a Contract Extension for Electrical Aggregation Program Consultant
17. Resolution: Amending Resolution 20-278 to Include Supplemental Expenditures for Food Distribution Expenses
18. Ordinance: Abating the Taxes Heretofore Levied for the Year 2020 to Pay the Debt Service on $27,225,000 General Obligation Alternate Bonds (State Income Tax Alternate Revenue Source), Series 2013 of the County of Kane, Illinois
19. Ordinance: Abating the Taxes Heretofore Levied for the Year 2020 to Pay the Debt Service on $26,875,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds (MFT Alternate Revenue Source), Series 2004
20. Ordinance: Abating the Taxes Heretofore Levied for the Year 2020 to Pay Debt Service on $7,670,000 General Obligation Alternate Bonds (Riverboat Revenue Alternate Revenue Source) Series 2010 of the County of Kane, Illinois
21. Resolution: Authorizing Participation in the State's Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor Program
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 12/08/2020 9:45 AM TO: County Board
MOVER: John Hoscheit, Board Member SECONDER: Bill Lenert, Board Member AYES: Angela C Thomas, Deborah Allan, Drew Frasz, Matt Hanson, John Hoscheit, Mo Iqbal, Mike Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Jarett Sanchez, Douglas Scheflow, Clifford Surges, Steve Weber, Barbara Wojnicki ABSENT: Anita Lewis |
Chairman Lauzen confirmed that all Treasurer Rickert's concerns had been addressed. Lauzen used a presentation highlighting the Three+One opportunity and benefits. Chairman Lauzen requested clerk amend and add the date of 12/18/2020 vs as soon as possible currently included. Hoscheit motioned as amended, Seconded by Lenert. Motion carries. Member Sanchez requested discussion in regard to the treasurer’s concerns. Lauzen confirmed the concerns had been addressed and there was nothing new for discussion. Lauzen reviewed the positive aspects of this opportunity using a visual presentation.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 12/08/2020 9:45 AM TO: County Board
MOVER: John Hoscheit, Board Member SECONDER: Bill Lenert, Board Member AYES: Angela C Thomas, Deborah Allan, Drew Frasz, Matt Hanson, John Hoscheit, Mo Iqbal, Mike Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Jarett Sanchez, Douglas Scheflow, Clifford Surges, Steve Weber, Barbara Wojnicki ABSENT: Anita Lewis |
The resolution was reported not necessary by the Chairman of Finance, John Hoscheit.
The following 3 items were moved forward to the Consent Agenda:
24. Resolution: Rehiring of Full Time Office Assistant Position
25. Resolution: Re-Authorizing Moratorium on Personnel Hiring and Replacement 26. Resolution: Report of October 2020 Claims Paid
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 12/08/2020 9:45 AM TO: County Board
MOVER: John Hoscheit, Board Member SECONDER: Mo Iqbal, Board Member AYES: Angela C Thomas, Deborah Allan, Drew Frasz, Matt Hanson, John Hoscheit, Mo Iqbal, Mike Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Jarett Sanchez, Douglas Scheflow, Clifford Surges, Steve Weber, Barbara Wojnicki ABSENT: Anita Lewis |
The following 7 items were moved forward to the Consent Agenda:
1. Resolution: Approving an Agreement with Workday Adaptive Planning of Palo Alto, California for Access To and Use of Data Analytics and Budgeting/Forecasting Software
2. Resolution: Approving Adopt-A-Highway Program Applicants
3. Resolution: Approving Purchase of Two (2) Dump Body and Equipment Packages Including Installation Thereof on Two (2) Single Axle Plow Trucks for the County Division of Transportation
4. Resolution: Approving Purchase of Two (2) 2021 Single Axle Truck Cab and Chassis for the Kane County Division of Transportation
5. Resolution: Approving an Agreement with GIS Solutions, Inc. of Springfield, Illinois for Geographic Information System Services
6. Resolution: Approving an Engineering Services Agreement with Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. of Elgin, Illinois for 2021 Structure Safety Inspections, Kane County Section No. 20-00528-00-EG
7. Resolution: Amending Resolution Approving Acquisition of Highway Right of Way, Fabyan Parkway/Bliss Road/Main Street, Kane County Section No. 14-00288-01-PV, Parcel No. 0008
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 12/08/2020 9:45 AM TO: County Board
MOVER: Drew Frasz, Board Member SECONDER: Barbara Wojnicki, Board Member AYES: Angela C Thomas, Deborah Allan, Drew Frasz, Matt Hanson, John Hoscheit, Mo Iqbal, Mike Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Jarett Sanchez, Douglas Scheflow, Clifford Surges, Steve Weber, Barbara Wojnicki ABSENT: Anita Lewis |
The following 5 items were moved forward to the Consent Agenda.
1. Resolution: Amending Resolution 20-278 to Include Supplemental Expenditures for Food Distribution Expenses
2. Resolution: Approving Funding Agreement For CARES Act Distributions For Non-Profit Organizations and Small Businesses
3. Resolution: Authorizing Kane County State's Attorney's Office to Execute Agreements For the Distribution of CARES Act Funds to Nonprofit Organizations and Small Businesses
4. Resolution: Authorizing Approval of Applications of Coronavirus Relief Fund Program Funding Agreement with Specific Nonprofits for Distribution of CARES Act Funding by Amending Resolution 20-442
5. Resolution: Authorizing Specific Reimbursement of Cares Act Funds to Public Action to Deliver Shelter d/b/a "Hesed House"
6. Resolution: Authorizing Additional CARES Act Air Purification and Health Department Generator to Support Vaccine Refrigeration
Fin. Dir. Onzick affirmed item 6 is a duplicate. Hoscheit amended his motion to support the removal of item 6. Seconded by Kenyon.
Member Surges requested a discussion in support of eligibility and inclusion of Santa's Village to Grant Funding. Chair Hoscheit stated it can be discussed at the next CAAC meeting and be added to the non consent portion of the agenda for County Board if approved.
8. Executive Session
None
9. Committee Reports
Member Wojnicki discussed her concerns in regard to the Energy and Environment committee's recent decision to table the new green building policy. Wojnicki discussed the importance and her support of the green building policy. Allan reported this resolution was tabled by the Administration Committee due to the recent departure and therefore lack of a facilities director. Allan affirmed that the new director of facilities management would need to be directly involved. Allan acknowledged the importance of this policy and other green measures moving forward when entering new capital building projects. Allan briefly discussed the need of an additional policy that lays out the role of the building management department.
Member Surges briefly discussed accomplishments made during his chair of the Human Resources committee and acknowledged HRM Dir. Wetzel and thanked her for all her contributions. Member Frasz questioned Mr. Nagel's status. Lauzen confirmed Mr. Nagel's last day was 11/30/20 and that the IT Department would be supporting Kane County Connects moving forward. This would save $100K for Kane County Taxpayers. Frasz stated he would motion that Mr. Nagel be reinstated for 30 days till the New Board could discuss. Member Thomas confirmed she concurred with Frasz and his comments pertaining to Mr. Nagel. Chair Lauzen stated their comments would be noted. Member Iqbal reported the Census Committee was no longer needed and should be dissolved as it had completed its function. Lauzen recognized the work done by Iqbal and the census committee.
Lauzen discussed the death of our night custodian's father with covid expressing his sorrow and encouraging the committee's members prayers. Lauzen briefly discussed a second round of funding for pandemic relief and plans in progress for distribution of the covid vaccines. Chairman Lauzen reminded the committee of an ethic's violation raised by Member Hanson at the last Committee Meeting.
Lauzen displayed for the committee a visual presentation to defend his reputation and clear the air confirming that he did not take part in any ethic's violation. Member Hanson responded to Lauzen and shared his opinion. Member Iqbal briefly discussed the ethic’s ordinance and the need to amend it. Chair Lauzen thanked elected officials and department heads for all their hard work and the citizens of Kane County that have allowed him to serve for 8 years.
10. Adjournment
| RESULT: APPROVED WITH VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mike Kenyon, Board Member SECONDER: Mo Iqbal, Board Member AYES: Angela C Thomas, Deborah Allan, Drew Frasz, Matt Hanson, John Hoscheit, Mo Iqbal, Mike Kenyon, Bill Lenert, John Martin, Jarett Sanchez, Douglas Scheflow, Clifford Surges, Steve Weber, Barbara Wojnicki ABSENT: Anita Lewis |
This meeting was adjourned at 10:27 AM.
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