Grundy County Board met Feb. 14.
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 |
| Ann Gill | Board Member | Present | |
| Eric Rasmusson | Board Member | Present | |
| Deb Warning | Board Member | Absent | |
| Harold Vota | Board Member | Present | |
| Doug Boresi | Board Member | Present | |
| Chris Balkema | Chairman | Present | |
| Greg Ridenour | Board Member | Present | |
| Drew Muffler | Vice Chair | Present | |
| Caleb Counterman | Board Member | Present | |
| Dan Cheshareck | Board Member | Absent | |
| Joshua Harris | Board Member | Present | |
| Jerald White | Board Member | Present | |
| Joe Schiavone | Board Member | Absent | |
| Christina Jenkins-Likar | Board Member | Present | |
| Douglas Ferro | Board Member | Present | |
| Georgette Vota | Board Member | Present | |
| James Riley | Board Member | Present | |
| Nathanael Greene | Board Member | Present |
III. Public Recognition / Public Comments
Michelle Peterson of Morris addressed the Board and spoke on various topics of concern. IV. Audit Presentation
1. FY22 Audit
Tanya Mack of Mack & Associates presented the Fiscal Year 2022 Audit. Once again, there were no findings and the County is in good financial standing.
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Ridenour that the Board approve the Annual Financial Report dated November 30, 2022. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
Board Member Vota exited the meeting at 6:26 p.m. and entered back at 6:28 p.m.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Greg Ridenour, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
V. Approval of Minutes
1. County Board - Regular Meeting - Jan 10, 2023 6:00 PM
It was MOVED by Board Member H. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member G. Vota that the Board accept the Minutes from the Jan. 10, 2023 regular County Board Meeting. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member SECONDER: Georgette Vota, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
VI. Reports - Appointed Officials
A. Land Use Director
1. Land Use Vehicle Purchase
It was MOVED by Board Member Riley and SECONDED by Board Member G. Vota that the Board Approve Land Use Vehicle Purchase of $36,883. Upon roll call said MOTION PASSED by the following vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Riley, Board Member SECONDER: Georgette Vota, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
2. Job Description for Deputy Director for Land Use Department
It was MOVED by Board Member H. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member White that the Board Approve Job Description - Deputy Director for Land Use Department. It was MOVED by Board Member Harris and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member SECONDER: Jerald White, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
3. Resolution for the Memo of Agreement with RLGA for Ewaste Recycling 2023
It was MOVED by Board Member Harris and SECONDED by Board Member Ridenour that the Board Approve Resolution for the Memo of Agreement with RLGA for ewaste Recycling events for 2023. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Joshua Harris, Board Member SECONDER: Greg Ridenour, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
4. Resolution for the Memo of Agreement for A-Team
It was MOVED by Board Member White and SECONDED by Board Member G. Vota that the Board Approve Resolution for the Memo of Agreement with events with A-Team Recyclers for 2023 electronic recycling events. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jerald White, Board Member SECONDER: Georgette Vota, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
B. County Highway Engineer
1. Preliminary Engineering Services Agreement
It was MOVED by Board Member Ridenour and SECONDED by Board Member Boresi that the Board Approve Preliminary Engineering Services Agreement for Grand Ridge Rd. structures. It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Greg Ridenour, Board Member SECONDER: Doug Boresi, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
2. Resolution for Maintenance Under Illinois Highway Code
It was MOVED by Board Member Rasmusson and SECONDED by Board Member Greene that the Board Approve Resolution for Maintenance Under Illinois Highway Code, for $300,00 of Motor Fuel Tax funds. It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member SECONDER: Nathanael Greene, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
3. IGA with LaSalle County for County Line Structure
It was MOVED by Board Member H. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Rasmusson that the Board Approve Intergovernmental Agreement with LaSalle County for the funding of the repair of bridge over Waupecon Creek. It was MOVED by Board Member Greene and SECONDED by Board Member Jenkins that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member SECONDER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
4. Multimodal Multijurisdictional Transportation Plan IGA-Action
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Ridenour that the Board Approve Intergovernmental Agreement between County of Grundy, Village of Channahon, Village of Coal City, Village of Diamond, Village of Dwight, Village of Mazon, Village of Minooka, and the City of Morris related to Multimodal Multijurisdictional Transportation Master Plan. It was MOVED by Board Member G. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Counterman that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Greg Ridenour, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
5. CDM Smith Engineering Services Agreement
It was MOVED by Board Member Jenkins and SECONDED by Board Member Counterman that the Board Approve CDM Smith Engineering Services Agreement for the purpose of preparing the Transportation Master Plan. It was MOVED by Board Member Greene and SECONDED by Board Member Rasmusson that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
Board Member Muffler exited the meeting at 6:49 p.m. and entered back at 6:51 p.m.
Board Member Ridenour exited the meeting at 6:50 p.m. and entered back at 6:51 p.m.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Christina Jenkins-Likar, Board Member SECONDER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
VII. Health Department
1. Health Department Presentation
Health Department Administrator, Michelle Pruim, addressed the Board and gave a presentation of the role and duties of the Health Department.
2. Informational: Health Department Senior Programs Associate
Michelle Pruim explained the need of a Senior Programs Associate for the Health Department. Informational only, no Board action taken.
Board Member Harris exited the meeting at 7:00 p.m. and entered back at 7:04 p.m.
VIII. Reports - Elected Officials
A. Treasurer
1. Jan 2023 Fund Status Report
It was MOVED by Board Member Riley and SECONDED by Board Member Greene that the Board Approve the Treasurer's January 2023 Fund Status Report. It was MOVED by Board Member Jenkins and SECONDED by Board Member White that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Riley, Board Member SECONDER: Nathanael Greene, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
B. Sheriff
1. 2022 End of Year Sheriff Report
Sheriff Briley presented the Grundy County Sheriff's Office 2022 Annual Report. Informational Only.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
2. Approval of Purchase of Two Squad Cars
It was MOVED by Board Member H. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board Approve the Purchase of Two Squad Cars from Sutton Ford, Inc and DeLong Ford. It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member White that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member SECONDER: James Riley, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
3. School Resource Officer Costs
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board Approve School Resource Officer Costs model, including salaries and benefits, to be presented to those eligible school districts. It was MOVED by Board Member White and SECONDED by Board Member G. Vota that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: James Riley, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
IX. Reports - Board Committees
A. Finance
1. Treasurer's Claims 01/23/2023
It was MOVED by Board Member White and SECONDED by Board Member Ridenour that the Board Approve Treasurer's Claims of 01/23/2023. It was MOVED by Board Member Riley and SECONDED by Board Member Harris that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
Board Member Greene exited the meeting at 7:20 p.m. and entered back at 7:21 p.m.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jerald White, Board Member SECONDER: Greg Ridenour, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
2. Treasurer's Claims 02/13/2023
It was MOVED by Board Member Riley and SECONDED by Board Member Ridenour that the Board Approve Treasurer's Claims of 02/13/2023. It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Jenkins that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Riley, Board Member SECONDER: Greg Ridenour, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
X. Appointments
A. Appointment - Drew Muffler to the ETSB
It was MOVED by Board Member Harris and SECONDED by Board Member Ridenour that the Board approve the appointment of Drew Muffler to the Grundy County Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB). Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Joshua Harris, Board Member SECONDER: Greg Ridenour, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
B. Reappointment - Jeff Wilson to the ETSB
It was MOVED by Board Member Ridenour and SECONDED by Board Member Jenkins that the Board approve the reappointment of Jeff Wilson to the Grundy County Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB). Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Greg Ridenour, Board Member SECONDER: Christina Jenkins-Likar, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
C. Reappointment - Ken Briley to the ETSB
It was MOVED by Board Member White and SECONDED by Board Member Counterman that the Board approve the reappointment of Ken Briley to the Grundy County Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB). Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jerald White, Board Member SECONDER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
D. Reappoint George Lamboley to the ETSB
It was MOVED by Board Member Jenkins and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board approve the reappointment of George Lamboley to the Grundy County Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB). Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
Board Member Ridenour exited the meeting at 7:22 p.m. and entered back at 7:23 p.m.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Christina Jenkins-Likar, Board Member SECONDER: James Riley, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
XI. Resolutions
A. 2023-012 : Resolution-GE Hitachi MO Authorizing Appeal to PTAB
It was MOVED by Board Member Riley and SECONDED by Board Member Jenkins that the Board approve Resolution - Authorizing Appeal to the State of Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board. It was MOVED by Board Member Greene and SECONDED by Board Member Jenkins that the Board approve the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Riley, Board Member SECONDER: Christina Jenkins-Likar, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
B. Cancellation of Certificate, PIN#10-06-285-015, Municipal Trust 2982
It was MOVED by Board Member Ridenour and SECONDED by Board Member Greene that the Board approve the Resolution - Cancellation of Certificate of Purchase, PIN#10-06-285-015, Municipal Trust 2982. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Greg Ridenour, Board Member SECONDER: Nathanael Greene, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
C. Cancellation of Certificate, PIN#09-23-154-008, G Jiang
It was MOVED by Board Member G. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Harris that the Board approve the Resolution - Cancellation of Certificate of Purchase PIN #09-23-154-008, G. Jiang. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Georgette Vota, Board Member SECONDER: Joshua Harris, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
D. Cancellation of Certificate-PIN# 09-23-154-006, G Jiang
It was MOVED by Board Member Jenkins and SECONDED by Board Member Harris that the Board approve the Resolution - Cancellation of Certificate of Purchase PIN #09-23-154-006, G. Jiang. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
Board Member White exited the meeting at 7:32 p.m. and entered back at 7:33 p.m.
Board Member H. Vota exited the meeting at 7:33 p.m. and entered back at p.m.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Christina Jenkins-Likar, Board Member SECONDER: Joshua Harris, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
XII. Old Business
1. ARP Update-Discussion
Finance Director, Matt Melvin gave the Board and update on the ARP requests list.
XIII. New Business
A. Approve Polling Locations for February 28, 2023 Consolidated Primary
It was MOVED by Board Member Rasmusson and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board Approve Polling Locations for February 28, 2023 Consolidated Primary Election. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member SECONDER: James Riley, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
B. Child and Family Advocate Position
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Greene that the Board Approve Part-time Child and Family Advocate Position. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Nathanael Greene, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
C. Grundy County Board Committee Assignments 2022-2024
It was MOVED by Board Member Riley and SECONDED by Board Member Ridenour that the Board Approve the updated Grundy County Board Committee Assignments for 2022-2024. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Riley, Board Member SECONDER: Greg Ridenour, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
D. Grundy County Board Rules & Procedures
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Rasmusson that the Board Approve the updated Grundy County Board Rules & Procedures of Dec. 1, 2022 through Nov. 30, 2024. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Eric Rasmusson, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
XIV. Closed Session - The Board did not enter into Closed Session
XV. Announcements - Next regularly scheduled COBD Meeting is March 14, 2023 at 6:00 pm
XVI. "Something Good for Grundy County"
XVII. Adjournment
1. County Board Adjournment
It was MOVED by Board Member H. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board vote their usual mileage and per diem and adjourn at 7:42 p.m. to Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. for the next regularly scheduled County Board Meeting.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member SECONDER: James Riley, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Vota, Boresi, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Warning, Cheshareck, Schiavone |
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