Grundy County Board met May 10.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
I. Call to Order / Pledge of Allegiance
Chairman Balkema called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
II. Roll Call
| Attendee Name | Title | Status | Arrived |
| Millie Dyer | Board Member | Present | |
| Ann Gill | Board Member | Present | |
| Eric Rasmusson | 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 | |
| David Valdivia | Board Member | Absent | |
| Greg Ridenour | Board Member | Absent | |
| Drew Muffler | VIce Chairman | Present | |
| James Olson | Board Member | Present | |
| Cody Mulac | Board Member | Absent | |
| Caleb Counterman | Board Member | Present | |
| Dan Cheshareck | Board Member | Present | |
| Joshua Harris | Board Member | Present | |
| Jerald White | Board Member | Absent |
Robert Osborne was recognized as being a member of the Grundy County Explorers who recently won the State competition for Criminal Justice.
Finance Director, Matt Melvin, introduced Alec Macdonald, the new Purchasing Manager for the County. Alec spoke briefly and gave the Board some of his background and what brought him to the County.
Monty Serena, of the South Wilmington Volunteer Fire Department addressed the Board and thanked them for the American Rescue Plan monies that the County allocated to the local fire districts. He said the district is very grateful and that this funding will help the district tremendously.
County Coroner, John Callahan, recognized his staff for their dedication and commitment. He also thanked the Board for their support regarding the training and the continuing education that his department receives. He reflected on a recent case and all the work that his staff provided on this case.
A. Paul Harris Award by Chicago Branch of Rotary International
The Grundy County Land Use Department was awarded the Paul Harris Award by the Chicago Southeast International Rotary Club. The award was given in recognition of all the work the Land Use Department has done over the past 14 years, during their annual Gently Used Toy & Book Drive. The Paul Harris Award is the highest award in Rotary, given to a Rotarian or a member of the community that has made an outstanding contribution to the community.
B. Coal City Middle School Wrestling Team / Minooka Junior High Wrestling Team
Regional Superintendent of Schools, Chris Mehochko, awarded and recognized the Coal City Middle School Wrestling Team as well as the Minooka Junior High Wrestling Team for their State Championships in Wrestling.
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. County Board - Regular Meeting - Apr 12, 2022 6:00 PM
It was MOVED by Board Member Harris and SECONDED by Board Member Dyer that the Board accept the Minutes of the April 12, 2022 regular County Board Meeting. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Joshua Harris, Board Member SECONDER: Millie Dyer, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
A. Land Use Director
1. Resolution to Approve the Contract Between Grundy County and K&S Tire Recycling, Inc.
It was MOVED by Board Member Kinsella and SECONDED by Board Member Vota that the Board approve Resolution- Contract Between Grundy County and K&S Tire Recycling, Inc. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Debra Jo Kinsella, Board Member SECONDER: Harold Vota, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
1. Resolution for Brisbin Road Over Collins Run
It was MOVED by Board Member Kinsella and SECONDED by Board Member Boresi that the Board approve Resolution for Improvement - Brisbin Road Over Collins Run. Upon roll call said MOTION PASSED by the following vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Debra Jo Kinsella, Board Member SECONDER: Doug Boresi, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
It was MOVED by Board Member Kinsella and SECONDED by Board Member Harris that the Board approve Local Public Agency Agreement for Federal Participation, Brisbin Road. It was MOVED by Board Member Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Onorato that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Debra Jo Kinsella, Board Member SECONDER: Joshua Harris, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
County Engineer Gibson told the Board of the need to an increase in salary for the open Civil Engineer salary. He explained the difficulties he is facing with the current salary range, and feels the increase is needed at this time.
1. Salary Increase - Civil Engineer salary
It was MOVED by Board Member Harris and SECONDED by Board Member Rasmusson that the Board approve Salary Increase - Civil Engineer salary. It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Onorato that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Joshua Harris, Board Member SECONDER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
It was MOVED by Board Member Boresi and SECONDED by Board Member Olson that the Board approve Joint Funding Agreement for State-Let Construction Work, DuPont Road. It was MOVED by Board Member Onorato and SECONDED by Board Member Counterman that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Doug Boresi, Board Member SECONDER: James Olson, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
It was MOVED by Board Member Kinsella and SECONDED by Board Member Olson that the Board approve Resolution for Improvement - for DuPont Road Over Waupecan. It was MOVED by Board Member Onorato and SECONDED by Board Member Counterman that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Debra Jo Kinsella, Board Member SECONDER: James Olson, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
A. Treasurer
1. April Fund Status Report
It was MOVED by Board Member Warning and SECONDED by Board Member Rasmusson that the Board approve the April Fund Status Report. It was MOVED by Board Member Onorato and SECONDED by Board Member Counterman that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deb Warning, Board Member SECONDER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
A. Finance
1. Treasurer's Claims 04-25-22
It was MOVED by Board Member Rasmusson and SECONDED by Board Member Dyer that the Board approve the Claims Listing from 04-25-22. It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Harris that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member SECONDER: Millie Dyer, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
It was MOVED by Board Member Warning and SECONDED by Board Member Rasmusson that the Board approve the Claims Listing from 05-09-22. It was MOVED by Board Member Onorato and SECONDED by Board Member Counterman that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deb Warning, Board Member SECONDER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
A. Reappointment of Mike Onorato to the Board of Review
It was MOVED by Board Member Rasmusson and SECONDED by Board Member Olson that the Board approve the Reappointment of Mike Onorato to the Board of Review. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by voice vote, with Board Member Onorato abstaining. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [12 TO 0]
MOVER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member SECONDER: James Olson, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSTAIN: Onorato ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Onorato that the Board approve the Reappointment of Laura Schiavone to the Board of Review. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Mike Onorato, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
It was MOVED by Board Member Onorato and SECONDED by Board Member Harris that the Board approve the Reappointment of Joe Kutches to the Board of Review. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Mike Onorato, Board Member SECONDER: Joshua Harris, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
It was MOVED by Board Member Warning and SECONDED by Board Member Onorato that the Board approve the Reappointment of Paul Larson to the Ethics Commission. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deb Warning, Board Member SECONDER: Mike Onorato, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
It was MOVED by Board Member Olson and SECONDED by Board Member Muffler that the Board approve the Reappointment of Don Schuck to the Ethics Commission. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Olson, Board Member SECONDER: Drew Muffler, VIce Chairman AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
It was MOVED by Board Member Olson and SECONDED by Board Member Onorato that the Board approve the Reappointment of Luella Kellogg to the Ethics Commission. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Olson, Board Member SECONDER: Mike Onorato, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
It was MOVED by Board Member Harris and SECONDED by Board Member Counterman that the Board approve the Reappointment of Roger Turman to the Ethics Commission. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Joshua Harris, Board Member SECONDER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
A. Resolution Establishing the Salary for the Grundy County Sheriff
It was MOVED by Board Member Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Boresi that the Board approve the Resolution Establishing the Salary for the Grundy County Sheriff. It was MOVED by Board Member Onorato and SECONDED by Board Member Counterman that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member SECONDER: Doug Boresi, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
1. ARP Request List 5/6/2022
Finance Director, Matt Melvin, gave an update of the ARP request listing to the Board. He reminded them of the projects that have already been approved and those that are still being considered.
2. ARP- NP Staff Recommendations
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Warning that the Board approve the American Rescue Plan, Non-profit requests, that were recommended for County Board approval. It was MOVED by Board Member Rasmusson and SECONDED by Board Member Onorato that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Deb Warning, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
A. EDPA Tax Rebate- Unlimited Carrier
It was MOVED by Board Member Harris and SECONDED by Board Member Onorato that the Board approve the three year EDPA Tax Rebate Proposal with Unlimited Carrier. It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Onorato that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Joshua Harris, Board Member SECONDER: Mike Onorato, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
1. Chamlin Jail Plumbing Proposal
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Rasmusson that the Board approve Agreement for Engineering Services with Chamlin & Associates, Inc., for Grundy County Courthouse/Detention Building Cell Plumbing Modifications. It was MOVED by Board Member Onorato and SECONDED by Board Member Harris that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
1. 2022 Goals- Action Item Review
County Administrator, Mary Kucharz, gave the Board a brief update on the 2022 Goals list. XII. Closed Session .
A. Motion for County Board to enter into Closed Session - Discuss Litigation 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(11)
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Gill that the Board approve motion to enter into Closed Session at 7:18 p.m. for the purpose of discussing present Litigation 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(11). Upon roll call said MOTION PASSED by the following vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Ann Gill, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Onorato that the Board enter back into Open Session at 7:29 p.m. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Mike Onorato, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
It was MOVED by Board Member Harris and SECONDED by Board Member Olson that the Board approve the 4th Amended Dresden Power Station Real Property Tax Assessment Settlement Agreement as presented, and direct counsel to present agreement to the Circuit Court of Grundy County for consideration and approval. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Joshua Harris, Board Member SECONDER: James Olson, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
XIV. "Something Good for Grundy County"
Chairman Balkema stated that the Grundy County Health Department was recently received the Healthcare Heroes Award from the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce and Grundy Economic Development Council. He also told the Board that Grundy County received the Partnership of the Year Award for the Save Dresden campaign, recognizing County Board Member Gill for all her efforts with this campaign.
XV. Adjournment
1. County Board Adjournment
It was MOVED by Board Member Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Dyer that the Board vote their usual mileage and per diem and adjourn at 7:34 p.m., to Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 6:00 p.m., for the next regularly scheduled County Board meeting.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member SECONDER: Millie Dyer, Board Member AYES: Dyer, Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Boresi, Onorato, Kinsella, Muffler, Olson, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris ABSENT: Valdivia, Ridenour, Mulac, White |
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