Grundy County County Board met Sept. 10.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
I. Call to Order / Pledge of Allegiance
Chairman Balkema called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
II. Roll Call
| Attendee Name | Title | Status |
| Millie Dyer | Board Member | Present |
| Ann Gill | Board Member | Absent |
| Eric Rasmusson | Board Member | Present |
| Ken Iverson | Board Member | Present |
| Deb Warning | Board Member | Present |
| Harold Vota | Board Member | Present |
| Doug Boresi | Board Member | Present |
| Mike Onorato | Board Member | Present |
| Debra Jo Kinsella | Board Member | Present |
| Chris Balkema | Chairman | Present |
| Don Hansen | Vice Chairman | Present |
| Lana Phillips | Board Member | Present |
| Jim Ryan | Board Member | Present |
| David Valdivia | Board Member | Present |
| Greg Ridenour | Board Member | Present |
| Drew Muffler | Board Member | Present |
| James Olson | Board Member | Present |
| Ellen Hanson | Board Member | Present |
Edward Shannon, of the Downers Grove Sportsmen Club, 4700 Old Stage Rd, Morris, told the Board about the First Responders Appreciation Dinner they will be hosting on Sunday, October 13th. He invited the Board to attend the dinner and asked them to help make all first responders in the County aware of this event.
Pastor Rick Barnard, Morris, addressed the Board regarding the Cannabis items on the Board's agenda. He presented much information and research and presented packets of the information to the Board. He urged the Board to ban the sale of recreational marijuana in the areas where Grundy County has the authority.
Floyd Clark, of Morris, spoke to the Board and stated that he is in opposition of the selling of recreational marijuana in Grundy County. He congratulates and supports our local law enforcement, and the good job they do in keeping drugs out of our community. He asked the Board to consider the damage that could be done, and urged them to not allow the retail sale of marijuana for recreational use.
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. County Board - Regular Meeting - Aug 13, 2019 6:00 PM
It was MOVED by Board Member Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Warning that the Board accept the Minutes from the August 13, 2019 regular County Board Meeting. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member
SECONDER: Deb Warning, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
V. Reports - Appointed Officials
A. Land Use Director
Land Use Director, Heidi Miller, addressed the Board regarding the three land use items which required Board action.
1. Approve Renewal of Amendment for the FFP IL Community Solar, LLC Motter Grandridge Solar Farm
It was MOVED by Board Member Ryan and SECONDED by Board Member Kinsella that the Board approve 18-ZBA-011, the extension of Ordinance #2018-016, FFP IL Community Solar, LLC/Motter Grandridge. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jim Ryan, Board Member
SECONDER: Debra Jo Kinsella, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
2. Approve Renewal of Amendment for Special Use FFP IL Community Solar, LLC Motter Verona Solar Farm
It was MOVED by Board Member Kinsella and SECONDED by Board Member Rasmusson that the Board approve 18-ZBA-012, the extension of Ordinance #2018-017, FFP IL Community Solar, LLC/Motter Verona. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Debra Jo Kinsella, Board Member
SECONDER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
3. Approve Amendment of Renewal of Goodfarm Solar Farm Special Use
It was MOVED by Board Member Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Kinsella that the Board approve 18-ZBA-016, the extension of Ordinance #2018-019 - Goodfarm Solar, LLC. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member
SECONDER: Debra Jo Kinsella, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
B. County Highway Engineer
County Engineer, Eric Gibson, addressed the Board regarding the two Highway Department items which required Board action.
1. Purchase of New Pick Up Truck for Highway Department
It was MOVED by Board Member Kinsella and SECONDED by Board Member Hansen that the Board approve the purchase of new Pick Up Truck for the Highway Department, not to exceed $29,000. Upon roll call, said MOTION PREVAILED by the following vote. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Debra Jo Kinsella, Board Member
SECONDER: Don Hansen, Vice Chairman
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
2. Resolution-Agreement with Central Transportation, INC. Railroad, a Virginia Corporation--Ridge Road, Minooka Extension
It was MOVED by Board Member Kinsella and SECONDED by Board Member Rasmusson that the Board approve Resolution-Agreement with Central Transportation Inc., Ridge Road extension project. It was MOVED by Board Member Onorato and SECONDED by Board Member Rasmusson that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Debra Jo Kinsella, Board Member
SECONDER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
VI. Reports - Elected Officials
A. Treasurer
1. Monthly Treasurer's Report - 8/31/19
It was MOVED by Board Member Rasmusson and SECONDED by Board Member Hansen that the Board approve the Monthly Treasurer's Report. It was MOVED by Board Member Onorato and SECONDED by Board Member Ryan that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member
SECONDER: Don Hansen, Vice Chairman
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
B. Clerk & Recorder
1. County Clerk and Recorder Quarterly Report
It was MOVED by Board Member Phillips and SECONDED by Board Member Ryan that the Board Approve the County Clerk & Recorder Quarterly Report. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Lana Phillips, Board Member
SECONDER: Jim Ryan, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
VII. Reports - Board Committees
A. Finance
1. Claims Listing 08/26/2019
It was MOVED by Board Member Rasmusson and SECONDED by Board Member Phillips that the Board approve the Claims Listing from 08-26-19. It was MOVED by Board Member Onorato and SECONDED by Board Member Hansen that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member
SECONDER: Lana Phillips, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
2. Claims Listing 09/09/2019
It was MOVED by Board Member Rasmusson and SECONDED by Board Member Phillips that the Board approve the Claims Listing from 09-09-19. It was MOVED by Board Member Onorato and SECONDED by Board Member Ryan that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member
SECONDER: Lana Phillips, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
VIII. Ordinances
A. Ordinance-Imposition of 0.75% Sales Tax on All Persons Engaged in the Business of Selling Marijuana in the Incorporated Areas of Grundy County
Chairman Balkema led a lengthy discussion regarding the Ordinance - Imposition of a 0.75% Sales Tax on All Persons Engaged in the Business of Selling Marijuana. He told the Board that the Finance Committee and the Tax Committee had both recommended the imposition of this tax to the Full Board. He explained this tax would only be imposed on those businesses in the Incorporated areas of the County. He also told the Board there are still many unanswered questions at the State level on what exactly this tax money could be used for.
Grundy County Health Administrator, Michelle Pruim, addressed the Board and represented the Board of Health's position on the sale and distribution of recreational marijuana in the County. She spoke on the research of public health officials and it's findings of the strong negative effects of marijuana abuse.
Chairman Balkema relayed some points from Sheriff Ken Briley, who was not able to attend the meeting. He stressed that Grundy County does not have adequate roadside checks for the testing of people under the influence of marijuana. Concern with our adolescents belief that marijuana is ok if it is considered legal by our governing bodies. Also, the real possibility of increases in traffic accidents and fatalities, due to the data shown from other states.
Coroner John Callahan also addressed the Board and spoke on the domino effect of this new law, and how it will affect many different departments in the County.
State's Attorney Jason Helland updated the Board in depth on the newly passed law, and answered several questions.
It was MOVED by Board Member Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Warning that the Board approve Ordinance-Imposition of 0.75% Sales Tax on all Persons Engaged in Business of Selling Marijuana. Upon roll call, said MOTION PREVAILED by the following vote. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member
SECONDER: Deb Warning, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
IX. New Business
A. Provide Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals to Consider a Petition to Amend the T ext of the Zoning Ordinance to Permit or Prohibit Recreational Cannabis Establishments in Unincorporated Grundy County
It was MOVED by Board Member Warning and SECONDED by Board Member Kinsella that the Board approve Recommendation to have the Land Use Department petition text amendment to Zoning Board of Appeals that would prohibit recreational cannabis businesses in Unincorporated Grundy County. Upon roll call, said MOTION PREVAILED by the following vote. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [15 TO 1]
MOVER: Deb Warning, Board Member
SECONDER: Debra Jo Kinsella, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
NAYS: Onorato
ABSENT: Gill
B. Approve Order & List of Jurors for Petit Jury
It was MOVED by Board Member Phillips and SECONDED by Board Member Olson that the Board Approve the Order & List of Jurors for Petit Jury. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Lana Phillips, Board Member
SECONDER: James Olson, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
X. Closed Session
A. Personnel 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1)
1. Motion to enter into Closed Session
It was MOVED by Board Member Phillips and SECONDED by Board Member Kinsella that the Board enter into Closed Session at 7:34 p.m. in order to discuss Personnel matters. Upon roll call, said MOTION PREVAILED by the following vote. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Lana Phillips, Board Member
SECONDER: Debra Jo Kinsella, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
2. Motion to enter back into Open Session
It was MOVED by Board Member Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Phillips that the Board approve Motion to enter back into Open Session at 8:01 p.m. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member
SECONDER: Lana Phillips, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
XI. Motion to approve Executive Session Recommendations
1. Motion to Approve Recommendation
It was MOVED by Board Member Rasmusson and SECONDED by Board Member Ridenour that the Board Approve filling the position of Information Technology Director as discussed in closed session. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member
SECONDER: Greg Ridenour, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
XII. Announcements - Next regularly scheduled COBD Meeting is October 8, 2019 at 6:00 pm
XIII. "Something Good for Grundy County"
Board Member Muffler reminded the Board to not forget the upcoming 9/11 remembrance day, and to stay vigilant.
XIV. Adjournment
XV.County Board Adjournment
It was MOVED by Board Member Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Iverson that the Board vote their usual mileage and per diem and adjourn at 8:04 p.m. to Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at 6:00 p.m., for the next regularly scheduled County Board Meeting.
KAY T. OLSON CLERK
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member
SECONDER: Ken Iverson, Board Member
AYES: Dyer, Rasmusson, Iverson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Hansen, Phillips, Ryan, Valdivia, Ridenour, Muffler, Olson, Hanson
ABSENT: Gill
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