Kane County Administration Committee met June 9.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
1. Call to Order
Chairman Kious called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
| Attendee Name | Organization | Title | Status | Arrived |
| Chris Kious | Kane County | Chairman | Present | |
| John Martin | Kane County | Vice Chair | Present | |
| Dale Berman | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Mark Davoust | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Ron Ford | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Drew Frasz | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Michelle Gumz | Kane County | Board Member | Present | |
| Corinne M. Pierog | Kane County | Ex-Officio County Board Chair | Present | |
| Kenneth C. Shepro | Kane County | Ex-Officio County Board Vice Chair | Present |
2. Approval of Minutes: May 12, 2021
| RESULT: APPROVED BY ROLL CALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: John Martin, Vice Chair SECONDER: Michelle Gumz, Board Member AYES: Chris Kious, John Martin, Dale Berman, Mark Davoust, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michelle Gumz |
3. Finance Report
The financial reports were included in the agenda packet for review. No oral report.
4. Public Comment
None.
5. Facilities Management
A. Capital Projects Update
1. Building "A" Elevator Renovation
Dir. Allen reported Res. 21-243 passed and the project would begin May 12, 2021. He added the elevator would not be shut down until the new equipment was secured and for no longer than 30 days. Allen reported the project has a completion date of July 20, 2021.
2. Building "B" Lower Roof Replacement
Dir. Allen reported items 2 through 6 were on hold and would be included in the Master Plan. 3. Coroner's Office Demolition
4. Fabyan Rd Building Management Office Demolition
5. Parking Lot Repairs, Seal Coating, Crack Filling
6. Sidewalk Repairs and Replacement
B. Resolution: Authorizing a Contract for Kane County Jail East Drive Rehab Project
Dir. Allen reviewed the scope of the project and confirmed the start date of July 13, 2021. He also provided a projected completion date of August 30, 2021. Further discussion ensued.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 6/23/2021 9:00 AM
TO: Finance and Budget Committee MOVER: John Martin, Vice Chair SECONDER: Mark Davoust, Board Member AYES: Chris Kious, John Martin, Dale Berman, Mark Davoust, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michelle Gumz |
Dir. Allen noted this is a significant project for the Circuit Clerk’s Office for a full carpet replacement. He added the carpet is in bad condition and noted it was a request from Circuit Clerk Barreiro who could not attend today. She had a descriptive presentation showcasing why the carpet was deemed un cleanable.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 6/23/2021 9:00 AM
TO: Finance and Budget Committee MOVER: Michelle Gumz, Board Member SECONDER: Dale Berman, Board Member AYES: Chris Kious, John Martin, Dale Berman, Mark Davoust, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michelle Gumz |
Dir. Allen requested authorization and briefly discussed the significant issues with the Judicial Center Boilers. He reported the need was to replace and rehab the existing system in order to obtain and secure heat in the court rooms. He added two boilers have already been replaced. The resolution supported a full replacement.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VOTE [UNANIMOUS] Next: 6/23/2021 9:00 AM
TO: Finance and Budget Committee MOVER: Michelle Gumz, Board Member SECONDER: Dale Berman, Board Member AYES: Chris Kious, John Martin, Dale Berman, Mark Davoust, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michelle Gumz |
Dir. Allen used a visual presentation to present the COVID Access Control Project for Building A. He showcased the scope of the project and provided a timeline. Member Martin acknowledged this was an extensive dollar expenditure and noted it did not address all the building's entrance issues. Martin moved to table, seconded by Frasz. No further discussion.
| RESULT: TABLED [UNANIMOUS]
TO: Finance and Budget Committee MOVER: John Martin, Vice Chair SECONDER: Dale Berman, Board Member AYES: Chris Kious, John Martin, Dale Berman, Mark Davoust, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michelle Gumz |
No report.
7. Mill Creek SSA
A. Native Landscape Maintenance RFP Update
Dir. Allen introduced our new Millcreek SSA Coordinator Bill Meyer. He noted Bill had hit the ground running and was out performing all our expectations. Allen reported the Native Landscape scope of review was in progress and would be forthcoming to the committee for approval with a resolution. Chair Kious confirmed it would be approved and paid for the by the Millcreek SSA.
B. Resolution: Authorizing a Contract for Mill Creek SSA ADA Sidewalks Improvement Project
Dir. Allen reported all proposals received for the Mill Creek SSA ADA Sidewalks Improvement Project had extended the amount allowed. He added a scope review was done.
| RESULT: MOVED FORWARD WITH ROLLCALL VO [UNANIMOUS] Next: 6/23/2021 9:00 AM
TO: Finance and Budget Committee MOVER: Drew Frasz, Board Member SECONDER: Michelle Gumz, Board Member AYES: Chris Kious, John Martin, Dale Berman, Mark Davoust, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michelle Gumz |
None
9. Construction
1. JJC Buildout Project
Dir. Allen briefly updated the Committee on the JJC Buildout Project approved by the Board. He reported a start date of May 11, 2021 and an estimated completion date of January 16, 2022.
10. New Business
A. Courthouse and Corrections Center Camera System Upgrade Project
Sheriff Hain used a power point presentation to discuss and present a camera system upgrade for the courthouse and corrections center. He noted his collaboration with Chief Judge Hull also present today. Dir. Allen acknowledged the discretion needed when discussing the project in open sessions for security purposes. Hain reported the current camera system in the jail is original from 2008 he briefly reviewed the issues and reasoning behind the upgrade. He used a visual presentation to showcase his concerns that demonstrated the current limited camera viewing capability for the deputies. He reported a recent request for proposals (RFP) that resulted in six bids. He added the bids hovered in between the $3M to $4M range and would upgrade the cameras at both the jail and the judicial center. Hain reported this was a placeholder and would return to the committee after the RFP’s have been graded and funding is identified.
B. Sheriff's Residential Addiction Treatment Facility
Sheriff Hain introduced a plan to use the 25K square footage of empty square space on the west side of the sheriff’s office and do a build out that would produce a Residential Treatment Center inside the sheriff’s office. He noted it would be the first of its kind and acknowledged Kane County currently has limited services with only two operating centers. He reported the past obstacles concerning the zoning and state law requirements allowing third party facilitators that have been worked through.
Sheriff Hain used a visual presentation created by Batavia Enterprises to showcase the possibilities for the space. Further discussion ensued. Member Martin stated this is a good thing for the County and a great utilization of space. Hain noted it would be very lucrative for the County also. He added the County could either lease out raw space or do a build out. Member Frasz confirmed the County would essentially be a land lord. Member Gumz questioned if it would have a detox space. Hain confirmed it was not in the planning. He noted the close proximity of Delnor Hospital is less than a mile. Hain reported the recent trends within in the Criminal Judicial System and added he didn’t foresee this space being needed to increase housing for inmates. Further discussion ensued. Hain briefly reviewed parking and entrance concerns and options. He reported a resolution would be forth coming to the Committee.
11. Old Business
Nothing additional.
12. Reports Placed On File
| RESULT: PLACE WRITTEN REPORTS ON FILE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Dale Berman, Board Member SECONDER: Michelle Gumz, Board Member AYES: Chris Kious, John Martin, Dale Berman, Mark Davoust, Ron Ford, Drew Frasz, Michelle Gumz |
None
14. Adjournment
This meeting was adjourned at 10:39 a.m.
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