Grundy County Board met April 11.
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 | Absent | |
| Deb Warning | Board Member | Present | |
| Harold Vota | Board Member | Present | |
| Doug Boresi | Board Member | Absent | |
| Chris Balkema | Chairman | Present | |
| Greg Ridenour | Board Member | Present | |
| Drew Muffler | Vice Chair | Late | 6:32 PM |
| Caleb Counterman | Board Member | Present | |
| Dan Cheshareck | Board Member | Present | |
| 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
1. Proclamation-Grundy County Historical Society
It was MOVED by Board Member Harris and SECONDED by Board Member Greene that the Board approve Proclamation - Grundy County Historical Society, 100th Anniversary, proclaiming May 31, 2023 as Grundy County Historical Society Day. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Joshua Harris, Board Member SECONDER: Nathanael Greene, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Muffler, Schiavone |
2. Trashformation Awards
Land Use Director Heidi Miller presented the 2023 Trashformation Awards.
IV. Approval of Minutes
1. County Board - Regular Meeting - Mar 14, 2023 6:00 PM
It was MOVED by Board Member H. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board accept the Minutes from the March 14, 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: James Riley, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
V. Reports - Appointed Officials
A. Land Use Director
1. Resolution for Legal Action for the Demolition of 6145 East Northern Drive
County Administrator, Mary Kucharz, addressed the Board and gave the background information regarding the property at 6145 East Northern Drive, Morris. State's Attorney, Russ Baker, also spoke about the process. Two residents, neighboring the property in question, also spoke to the Board. Those residents were, Theodore Madden and Gregory Wilkinson. They both addressed the concerns they have with the state of the property.
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member White that the Board Approve Resolution for Legal Action for the Demolition of 6145 East Northern Drive. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Jerald White, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
A. Treasurer
1. Treasurer's Claims 3/27/2023
It was MOVED by Board Member Cheshareck and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board approve the Treasurer's Claims from 03/27/2023. Upon roll call, said MOTION PASSED by the following vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Dan Cheshareck, Board Member SECONDER: James Riley, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
It was MOVED by Board Member H. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Jenkins that the Board approve the Treasurer's Claims from 04/10/2023. It was MOVED by Board Member H. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Warning that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member SECONDER: Christina Jenkins-Likar, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
B. Regional Office of Education
1. ROE Quarterly Report
It was MOVED by Board Member White and SECONDED by Board Member Jenkins that the Board approve the Quarterly Regional Office of Education Report from 12/01/2022-02/28/23. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jerald White, Board Member SECONDER: Christina Jenkins-Likar, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
VII. Reports - Board Committees
A. Finance
1. March Fund Status Report
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Jenkins that the Board approve the Treasurer's March Fund Status Report. It was MOVED by Board Member G.
Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Warning that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Christina Jenkins-Likar, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
VIII. Appointments
A. Appointment-Laura Bernico to the Braceville Fire PD
It was MOVED by Board Member Riley and SECONDED by Board Member Counterman that the Board Approve the Appointment of Laura Bernico, Trustee Braceville Fire Protection District. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Riley, Board Member SECONDER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
B. Appointment-Patty C. Bartels to the Braceville Fire PD
It was MOVED by Board Member Riley and SECONDED by Board Member G. Vota that the Board Approve the Appointment of Patty C. Bartels, Trustee Braceville Fire Protection District. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Riley, Board Member SECONDER: Georgette Vota, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
C. Reappointment-Randy Berry to the Braceville Fire PD
It was MOVED by Board Member H. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board Approve the Re-appointment of Randy Berry, Trustee Braceville Fire Protection District. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member SECONDER: James Riley, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
D. Reappointment-Randy Alderson to the Coal City Fire PD
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member G. Vota that the Board Approve the Re-appointment of Randy Alderson, Trustee Coal City Fire Protection District. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Georgette Vota, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
E. Reappointment-Keith Roseland to the Coal City Fire PD
It was MOVED by Board Member Greene and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board Approve the Re-appointment of Keith Roseland, Trustee Coal City Fire Protection District. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Nathanael Greene, Board Member SECONDER: James Riley, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
F. Reappointment Czech, Baudino & Webster to the Mazon/Verona/Kinsman Rescue Squad District
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board Approve the Re-appointment of Robert Czech, Nicholas Baudino, and Harold Webster, Trustees Mazon-Verona-Kinsman Rescue Squad District. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: James Riley, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
G. Appointment of Ryan Cryder to the ZBA to Finish the Term of Sid Nelson
It was MOVED by Board Member H. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Jenkins that the Board Approve the Appointment of Ryan Cryder to the Zoning Board of Appeals, to Finish the Term of Sid Nelson. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member SECONDER: Christina Jenkins-Likar, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
H. Reappointment-Kathy Lambros to the Morris Fire PD
It was MOVED by Board Member Greene and SECONDED by Board Member White that the Board Approve the Reappointment of Kathy Lambros, Trustee to the Morris Fire Protection District. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Nathanael Greene, Board Member SECONDER: Jerald White, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
I. Reappointment-Mike Feeney to the Morris Fire PD
It was MOVED by Board Member White and SECONDED by Board Member Greene that the Board Approve the Reappointment of Mike Feeney, Trustee to the Morris Fire Protection District. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jerald White, Board Member SECONDER: Nathanael Greene, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
J. Reappointments to the Minooka Fire PD- Clark & Robinson
It was MOVED by Board Member Harris and SECONDED by Board Member Warning that the Board Approve the Reappointment of Angela Robinson and David Clark, Trustees to the Minooka Fire Protection District. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Joshua Harris, Board Member SECONDER: Deb Warning, Board Member AYES: Gill, Rasmusson, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Boresi, Schiavone |
K. Reappointment-JC Lawson to the GC Housing Authority
It was MOVED by Board Member White and SECONDED by Board Member Jenkins that the Board Approve the Reappointment of JC Lawson to the Grundy County Housing Authority. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jerald White, Board Member SECONDER: Christina Jenkins-Likar, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
L. Appoint Gerry Johnson to the Seneca Fire PD
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Gill that the Board Approve the Reappointment of Gerry Johnson, Trustee Seneca Fire Protection District. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Ann Gill, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
M. Reappoint Patrick Carey & Tyson Dollinger-Verona-Kinsman Fire PD-23-26
It was MOVED by Board Member Riley and SECONDED by Board Member G. Vota that the Board Approve the Reappointment of Patrick Carey & Tyson Dollinger, Trustees Verona-Kinsman Fire Protection District. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Riley, Board Member SECONDER: Georgette Vota, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
N. Reappoint Brent Baker-Verona-Kinsman Fire PD
It was MOVED by Board Member Riley and SECONDED by Board Member Counterman that the Board Approve the Reappointment of Brent Baker, Trustee Verona-Kinsman Fire Protection District. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: James Riley, Board Member SECONDER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
IX. Old Business
1. Budget Timeline
Matt Melvin, Finance Director, addressed the Board and explained the FY'24 Budget Process & Timeline.
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Harris that the Board Approve the 2024 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan Timeline. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Joshua Harris, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
2. ARP Request List Update
Matt Melvin updated the Board on the current ARP Request Listing, he explained the changes made since the last presentation, including the removal of Item #54.
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board Approve the ARP Request List Update of 04/10/2023. It was MOVED by Board Member Jenkins and SECONDED by Board Member Greene 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, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
X. New Business
A. Health Department Space Strategy - Informational
The Board heard an update on the proposed Community Services Building, which would include the Health Department and corresponding county services. Also discussed was the space needs for other County departments and their possible relocation to the Administration Building.
B. Courthouse HVAC-Vendor Approval
It was MOVED by Board Member Greene and SECONDED by Board Member G. Vota that the Board Approve the Courthouse HVAC Replacement Project and Vendor Approval. It was MOVED by Board Member H. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member Riley that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Nathanael Greene, Board Member SECONDER: Georgette Vota, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
C. Legal Secretary (Traffic & Misdemeanor) Position
It was MOVED by Board Member Riley and SECONDED by Board Member Ridenour that the Board Approve Legal Secretary (Traffic & Misdemeanor) Position. 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, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
XI. Closed Session
A. Motion to Enter Into Closed Session
It was MOVED by Board Member Counterman and SECONDED by Board Member Greene that the Board enter into Closed Session for the purpose of possible Land Acquisition/Personnel. It was MOVED by Board Member Riley and SECONDED by Board Member Warning that the Board accept the results of the previous roll call. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Caleb Counterman, Board Member SECONDER: Nathanael Greene, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
B. Personnel 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1)
C. Land Acquisition and the sale/lease of property 5 ILCS 120/2 (c)(5) and (6) D. Motion to Enter Back into Open Session
It was MOVED by Board Member White and SECONDED by Board Member Jenkins that the Board Enter Back into Open Session. Chairman Balkema declared MOTION PASSED by unanimous voice vote. MOTION CARRIED.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jerald White, Board Member SECONDER: Christina Jenkins-Likar, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
XII. Motion to approve Executive Session Recommendations
No action was taken in Closed Session.
XIII. Announcements - Next regularly scheduled COBD Meeting is May 9, 2023 at 6:00 pm
XIV. "Something Good for Grundy County"
The new tax administration software and tax extension process is moving along smoothly.
XV. Adjournment
1. County Board Adjournment
t was MOVED by Board Member H. Vota and SECONDED by Board Member White that the Board vote their usual mileage and per diem and adjourn at 8:02 p.m. to Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. for the next regularly scheduled County Board Meeting.
| RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Harold Vota, Board Member SECONDER: Jerald White, Board Member AYES: Gill, Warning, Vota, Balkema, Ridenour, Muffler, Counterman, Cheshareck, Harris, White, Jenkins-Likar, Ferro, Vota, Riley, Greene ABSENT: Rasmusson, Boresi, Schiavone |
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