Lasalle County Board Meeting Minutes

STATE OF ILLINOIS ) COUNTY OF LASALLE ) The LaSalle County Board met pursuant to Statute at the Governmental Complex, Ottawa, Illinois, on the second Thursday of January, A.D. 2014, it being the 9th day thereof.

Chairman Hicks called the meeting to order at 1:04 p.m.

This is the second meeting of our December, 2013 Session.

Pledge of Allegiance

Chairman Hicks asked the Clerk to call the roll for Mileage & Per Diem.

PRESENT: Stephen Abel, JoAnne McNally, David Zielke, Allen Erbrederis, Catherine Owens, Charles Borchsenius, Gary Small, Jill Bernal, Joseph Oscepinski, Jr., Larry Butkus, Joseph Savitch, Michael Kasap, Sandra Billard, Joseph Panzica, Jr., Steven Tuftie, Russell Boe, Lou Anne Carretto, Tom Walsh, David Van Duzer, Arratta Znaniecki, Brian Dose, Jerry Hicks, Jim Olson, Randy Freeman, Mike Sheridan, Walter Roach, Jr., Robert Jakupcak and Elmer Walter.

There were 13 ayes claiming mileage.

Motion by Mr. Sheridan to approve the roll call for mileage and per diem, second by Mr. Roach. Voice vote; 27 ayes 1 present and 1 vacancy. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 110

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Chairman Hicks called for any additions or corrections to the December 9th minutes.

Motion by Mr. Walsh to approve the minutes as presented, second by Mr. Borchsenius. Voice vote; 27 ayes. Motion carried.

STUDENT EXCELLENCE AWARDS

Christina Dougherty, Assistant Regional Superintendent of Schools, introduced the students who were awarded the Student Excellence Awards for the month January. Anthony Colon from LaSalle-Peru High School and Sarah Smith from St. Michael the Archangel Catholic School were both presented with a plaque from Chairman Hicks and applauded by the Board for their achievements.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 111

Ms. Dougherty also wanted the board to meet one of the graduates of the ROE Special Work Program which helps students who are close to earning their credits for graduation but unable to attend school. Regional Work Program Director, Mr. Steve Malinsky, introduced Bekka Baker. Bekka explained she was homeless, living in a tent and addicted to alcohol before she entered the program. She finished classes in three weeks, earning the three credits she needed to graduate. She thanked Mr. Malisnky and Mr. Tom Ziel for helping her by encouraging her and not letting her give up. Bekka will be attending Illinois Valley Community College to obtain her C.N.A. Bekka wrote a letter describing her lifestyle before moving to Ottawa in October of 2013 to live with her grandmother who encouraged her to get her high school diploma in the ROE Program.

Mr. Malinsky explained to the board approximately 20 students have graduated from the program since it was started four years ago and thanked the board for signing on to help fund the program.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 112-113

APPOINTMENT: (#14-01) LASALLE COUNTY BOARD OF REVIEW

A resolution was submitted recommending the appointment of Joe McConville as an Alternate Member of the LaSalle County Board of Review to fill the remainder of the term left vacant by Stan Twait, which expires on May 31, 2014.

Motion by Mr. Savitch to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Jakupcak. Voice vote; 27 ayes. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 114

MOTION: EXECUTIVE SESSION

Motion by Ms. Billard to go into executive session for the Probable or Imminent Litigation 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) 11, second by Mr. Kasap. (1:21 p.m.)

Chairman Hicks called for a Roll call vote: 27 ayes and 0 absent. Motion carried.

AYES: Mr. Abel, Ms. McNally, Mr. Zielke, Mr. Erbrederis, Ms. Owens, Mr. Borchsenius, Mr. Small, Ms. Bernal, Mr. Oscepinski, Mr. Butkus, Mr. Savitch, Mr. Kasap, Ms. Billard, Mr. Panzica, Mr. Tuftie, Mr. Boe, Ms. Carretto, Mr. Walsh, Mr. Van Duzer, Ms. Znaniecki, Mr. Dose, Mr. Olson, Mr. Freeman, Mr. Sheridan, Mr. Roach, Mr. Jakupcak and Mr. Walter.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 115

MOTION: RETURN FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION

Motion by Mr. Borchsenius to go back into regular session, second by Ms. Owens. (2:10 p.m.)

Chairman Hicks called for a Roll call vote: 27 ayes and 0 absent. Motion carried.

AYES: Mr. Abel, Ms. McNally, Mr. Zielke, Mr. Erbrederis, Ms. Owens, Mr. Borchsenius, Ms. Bernal, Mr. Oscepinski, Mr. Butkus, Mr. Savitch, Mr. Kasap, Ms. Billard, Mr. Panzica, Mr. Tuftie, Mr. Boe, Ms. Carretto, Mr. Van Duzer, Ms. Znaniecki, Mr. Dose, Mr. Olson, Mr. Freeman, Mr. Sheridan, Mr. Roach, Mr. Jakupcak, Mr. Small, Mr. Walsh and Mr. Walter.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 116

RESOLUTION: (#14-02) LASALLE POWER STATION REAL PROPERTY

TAX ASSESSMENT SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT

A resolution was submitted recommending that the Chairman of the Board, in the best interest of the County and its taxpayers, be authorized to enter into the LaSalle Power Station Real Property Tax Assessment Settlement Agreement to be effective immediately upon its adoption.

Motion by Mr. Abel to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Savitch.

Chairman Hicks called for a Roll call vote: 27 ayes and 0 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 117-120

RESOLUTION: (#14-03) APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF GRUNDY, ILLINOIS, VILLAGE OF SENECA, ILLINOIS AND THE

COUNTY OF LASALLE, ILLINOIS

A resolution was submitted recommending that the County of LaSalle enter into the Memorandum of Understanding with Grundy County and the Village of Seneca, Illinois regarding the Conditional Dual Control of specific Outdoor Warning Sirens identified as LS 07 Cash Street and LS 10 N. 25th Road within the corporate limits of the Village of Seneca and that the LaSalle County Board Chairman is authorized to execute said agreement.

Connie Brooks, LaSalle County EMA Director, explained that the Village of Seneca in LaSalle County has given up their dispatch for sounding the two sirens identified as LS 07 Cash Street and LS 10 N 25th Road in Seneca, Illinois, LaSalle County, for severe weather related instances only, to Grundy County. LaSalle County is still priority for sounding the sirens for Nuclear Incidents.

Motion by Mr. Freeman to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Kasap. Voice vote; 27 ayes. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 121-124

RESOLUTION: # 14-01 (#14-04) COUNTY HIGHWAY

A resolution was submitted recommending the approval for support of a New Transportation Infrastructure Construction Program for State and Local Governments to benefit the economy and the Citizens of the State of Illinois.

Mr. Larry Kinzer, LaSalle County Highway Engineer, explained the purpose of the resolution was to draw attention to and to ask the State to support the Transportation Program and stop the diversion of monies from the road fund that are being used for other services.

Motion by Mr. Panzica to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Tuftie. Voice vote; 27 ayes. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 125-128

RESOLUTION: #14-02 (#14-05) COUNTY HIGHWAY

A resolution was submitted recommending the approval of a supplemental resolution to Resolution #12-18 for providing for the appropriation of an additional $200,000.00 from the Motor Fuel Tax Fund to cover maintenance costs from January 1, 2013 through December 31, 2013 for Section 13-00000-00-GM, PATROL #1.

Motion by Mr. Zielke to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Boe. Roll call vote: 27 ayes and 0 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 129-131

PRESENTATION: LASALLE COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT 2013 ANNUAL REPORT

Mr. Larry Kinzer, LaSalle County Engineer, presented the board with an overview of the LaSalle County Highway Department’s 2013 Annual Report.

MOTION: TO PLACE ON FILE

Motion by Mr. Boe to place the LaSalle County Highway 2013 Annual Report on file, second by Mr. Tuftie. Voice vote; 27 ayes. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 132

PRESENTATION: LASALLE COUNTY CLERK’S ANNUAL REPORT

Ms. JoAnn Carretto, LaSalle County Clerk, presented the board with the Annual Report of the LaSalle County Clerk’s Office for the period of December 1, 2012 through November 30, 2013.

MOTION: TO PLACE ON FILE

Motion by Ms. Carretto to place the LaSalle County Clerk’s Annual Report on file, second by Mr. Butkus. Voice vote; 27 ayes. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 133-134

MOTION: EXECUTIVE SESSION

Motion by Mr. Savitch to go into executive session for the purpose of collective bargaining under 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) 2, second by Ms. Billard. (2:44 p.m.)

Chairman Hicks called for a Roll call vote: 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

AYES: Mr. Abel, Ms. McNally, Mr. Zielke, Mr. Erbrederis, Ms. Owens, Mr. Borchsenius, Mr. Small, Ms. Bernal, Mr. Oscepinski, Mr. Butkus, Mr. Savitch, Mr. Kasap, Ms. Billard, Mr. Tuftie, Ms. Carretto, Mr. Walsh, Mr. Van Duzer, Ms. Znaniecki, Mr. Dose, Mr. Olson, Mr. Sheridan, Mr. Roach, Mr. Jakupcak and Mr. Walter.

ABSENT: Mr. Panzica (in at 2:50), Mr. Boe (in at 2:55), and Mr. Freeman (in at 2:50)

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 135

MOTION: RETURN FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION

Motion by Mr. Boe to go back into regular session, second by Ms. McNally. (3:12 p.m.)

Chairman Hicks called for a Roll call vote: 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried. 5

ABSENT: Mr. Jakupcak

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 136

RESOLUTION: (#14-06) COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE

FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE (FOP) & LASALLE COUNTY, & LASALLE COUNTY SHERIFF

A resolution was submitted for the approval of a Tentative Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and the County of LaSalle and the LaSalle County Sheriff for a 2 year term commencing December 1, 2012 and expiring on November 30, 2014.

Motion by Mr. Savitch to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Walsh. Roll call vote: 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

ABSENT: Mr. Dose

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 137-139

RESOLUTION (#14-07) TENTATIVE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

BETWEEN AFSCME, ELECTED PUBLIC OFFICIALS AND LASALLE COUNTY

A resolution was submitted approving a Tentative Collective Bargaining Agreement and authorizing it’s execution between AFSCME, Elected Public Officials and LaSalle County for a two year term commencing December 1, 2012 and expiring on November 30, 2014.

Motion by Ms. Bernal to approve the resolution, second by Ms. Billard.

Chairman Hicks asked for a Clean roll call. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

ABSENT: Mr. Dose

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG140-142

RESOLUTION: (#14-08) WAGE INCREASE TO ALL NON-UNION EMPLOYEES

A resolution was submitted for the approval of granting a wage increase to all non-union (exempt) employees, with the express exception of county employees whose salaries are set by 6 independent boards, and any county employees whose salaries have previously been set by separate motion or resolution.

Motion by Ms. Carretto to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Olson.

Chairman Hicks asked for a Clean roll call. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

ABSENT: Mr. Dose

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 143-145

RESOLUTION: (#14-09) HOURLY STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS FOR GROUP HEALTH BENEFITS FOR NON-UNION EMPLOYEES

A resolution was submitted recommending that the standard for eligibility for health benefits of non-union employees and certain County positions be changed from twenty (20) hours per week to thirty (30) hours per week and that current employees and certain positions that qualify under the twenty (20) hours per week standard be allowed to remain eligible for said benefits.

Motion by Mr. Small to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Abel.

Chairman Hicks asked for a Clean roll call. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

ABSENT: Mr. Dose

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 146-148

MOTION

Motion by Mr. Boe to combine the appointments, second by Mr. Panzica. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION: (#14-10) WENONA CEMETERY ASSOCIATION TRUSTEES

A resolution was submitted recommending the reappointments of Gary Kuehn, Robert Kurrle and Randy Warner for six year terms as Trustees of the Wenona Cemetery Association expiring on November 30, 2019.

Motion by Mr. Freeman to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Roach. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

ABSENT: Mr. Dose 7

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 149

RESOLUTION: (#14-11) WENONA CEMETERY ASSOCIATION TRUSTEE

A resolution was submitted recommending the appointment of Jeff Palm to complete the remaining term of Darvin Akridge as Trustee of the Wenona Cemetery Association expiring November 30, 2017.

Motion by Mr. Freeman to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Roach. Voice vote; 26 ayes, and 1 absent. Motion carried.

ABSENT: Mr. Dose

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 150-151

MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS & CORRESPONDENCE

Correspondence to the Illinois Department of Revenue regarding business address verification for tax allocation purposes dated December 23rd and December 24th, 2013 was submitted.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 153-154

LaSalle County Treasurer’s Investment Schedule dated December 19th, 2013 was submitted.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 155

Correspondence from the National Bank of Earlville regarding a Statement of Condition as of September 30th, 2013 was submitted.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 156

Correspondence from the Illinois Technology Transfer Center and the Illinois Department of Transportation was submitted and posted in the County Clerk’s office.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 157-158

Correspondence on the Public Safety Tax Monthly Totals was submitted.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 159

Motion by Ms. Owens to place the Miscellaneous Reports & Correspondence on file, second by Mr. Borchsenius. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Chairman Hicks announced the changes in the upcoming committee meetings and reminded those who were planning to attend the Christmas Party at Captain J’s to finalize their plans. He also wanted to alert the board members that IT had notified him that E-Mails were full and needed the outdated emails to be deleted.

Motion by Mr. Savitch to recess the meeting to February 13th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m., second by Mr. Oscepinski. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

CHAIRMAN HICKS RECESSED THE MEETING TO FEBRUARY 13TH, 2014 AT 1:00 P.M.

MEETING RECESSED AT 3:34 P.M.

STATE OF ILLINOIS ) COUNTY OF LASALLE ) The LaSalle County Board met pursuant to Statute at the Governmental Complex, Ottawa, Illinois, on the second Thursday of February, A.D. 2014, it being the 13th day thereof.

Chairman Hicks called the meeting to order at 1:03 p.m. This is the third meeting of our December 2013 Session. Pledge of Allegiance Chairman Hicks asked the Clerk to call the roll for Mileage and Per Diem. PRESENT: Stephen Abel, JoAnne McNally, David Zielke, Allen Erbrederis, Catherine Owens, Jill Bernal, Joseph Oscepinski, Larry Butkus, Joseph Savitch, Michael Kasap, Sandra Billard, Joseph Panzica, Steven Tuftie, Russell Boe, Lou Anne Carretto, Tom Walsh, David Van Duzer, Arratta Znaniecki, Brian Dose, Jerry Hicks, Randy Freeman, Mike Sheridan, Walter Roach, Robert Jakupcak, and Elmer Walter.

ABSENT: Gary Small, Charles Borchsenius and Jim Olson There were 9 ayes claiming mileage. Motion by Mr. Erbrederis to approve the roll call for mileage & per diem, second by Mr. Jakupcak. Voice vote; 24 ayes, 1 present, 1 vacant and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 160

APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairman Hicks called for any additions or corrections to the January 9th, 2014 Minutes.

MOTION

Motion by Mr. Dose to approve the minutes as presented, second by Mr. Van Duzer. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

STUDENT EXCELLENCE AWARD

Chris Dvorak, Regional Superintendent of Schools, introduced the students who were awarded the Student Excellence Awards. Natalie Vaessen, a student from Holy Cross School in Mendota and Megan Elizabeth Gubbels, a student from Ransom Grade School, were each presented with a plaque from Chairman Hicks and applauded by the board.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 161

MOMENT OF SILENCE

Chairman Hicks called for a “Moment of Silence” in honor of former County Board Member Mervin Eastwold.

RESOLUTION: (#14-12) APPROVINGTHE INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT

WITH THE CITY OF OTTAWA- I-80 NORTH TIF DISTRICT

A resolution was submitted recommending the approval of an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Ottawa I-80 North TIF District.

Ottawa City Engineer, David Noble, addressed the board on the success of the I- 80 North TIF District which was created in 1993 and will be expiring in 2016. It consists of 55 new businesses that employ over 2000 people with the investment in construction close to $100,000,000. Mr. Noble pointed out 1/3 of the land was still vacant and with only 2 years left in the life of the TIF district it made it difficult to compete with other areas along Route 80 who are offering TIF deals to prospective businesses. If the life of the TIF was extended 12 years new businesses could be attracted to build in the TIF District. Mr. Noble added in order for the proposal to move forward a “Letter of Support” was needed to be sent to the General Assembly from each of the taxing bodies in the TIF District. Development & TIF Committee Chairperson and Board Member, Steve Abel, recommended extending the TIF District, stating it could mean $275,000 for 2012-2013 and long term the proposal was a good deal for both the City of Ottawa and the County.

Motion by Mr. Abel to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Boe. Roll call vote: 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried. PRESENT: Mr. Abel, Ms. McNally, Mr. Zielke, Mr. Erbrederis, Ms. Owens, Ms. Bernal, Mr. Oscepinski, Mr. Butkus, Mr. Savitch, Mr. Kasap, Ms. Billard, Mr. Panzica, Mr. Tuftie, Mr. Boe, Ms. Carretto, Mr. Walsh, Mr. Van Duzer, Ms. Znaniecki, Mr. Dose, Mr. Freeman, Mr. Sheridan, Mr. Roach, Mr. Jakupcak and Mr. Walter.

ABSENT: Mr. Small, Mr. Erbrederis and Mr. Borchsenius

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 162-169

RESOLUTION: (#14-13) AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF A LETTER OF SUPPORT

TO EXTEND CITY OF OTTAWA I-80 TIF DISTRICT

A resolution was submitted recommending authorizing the execution and delivery of a “Letter of Support” to the legislature of the State of Illinois to support a Bill to extend the life of the Ottawa I-80 North TIF District from twenty-three years to thirty-five years, an additional twelve years beyond its current scheduled termination date. Motion by Mr. Boe to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Kasap. Voice Vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 170- 173

MOTION: GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION

Motion by Mr. Savitch to go into executive session for the purpose of collective bargaining under 5 ILCS 120/2 (c) 2, second by Mr. Walsh. Roll call vote: 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried. (1:26p.m.)

PRESENT: Mr. Abel, Ms. McNally, Mr. Zielke, Mr. Erbrederis, Ms. Owens, Ms. Bernal, Mr. Oscepinski, Mr. Butkus, Mr. Savitch, Mr. Kasap, Ms. Billard, Mr. Panzica, Mr. Tuftie, Mr. Boe, Ms. Carretto, Mr. Walsh, Mr. Van Duzer, Ms. Znaniecki, Mr. Dose, Mr. Freeman, Mr. Sheridan, Mr. Roach, Mr. Jakupcak and Mr. Walter.

ABSENT: Mr. Borchsenius, Mr. Olson and Mr. Small

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 174

MOTION: RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION

Motion by Ms. Owens to return to regular session, second by Mr. Sheridan. Roll call vote: 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried. (1:38 p.m.)

ABSENT: Mr. Small, Charles Borchsenius and Mr. Olson

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 175

RESOLUTION: (#14-14) COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT BETWEEN COUNTY OF LASALLE, LASALLE COUNTY SHERIFF & MAP

A resolution was submitted for approval of a collective bargaining agreement between the County of LaSalle, LaSalle County Sheriff and the Metropolitan Alliance of Police, (MAP).

Motion by Ms. Billard to approve the resolution, second by Ms. Carretto. Chairman Hicks asked for a clean roll call. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 176-178

PRESENTATION

Mark Krueger, Director of Probation Services, presented the board with the Annual Probation and Court Services Report from December 1, 2012 to November 30, 2013.

MOTION: TO PLACE ON FILE

Motion by Ms. Znaniecki to place the Probation and Court Services Annual Report on file, second by Mr. Butkus. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 179

PRESENTATION

Patrick Sweeney, LaSalle County Detention Home Director, presented the board with the Detention Home Annual Report from December 1, 2012 to November 30, 2013.

MOTION: TO PLACE ON FILE

Motion by Mr. Boe to place the Detention Home Annual Report of file, second by Mr. Butkus. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 180

RESOLUTION: (#14-15) POLLING PLACE APPROVAL/2014 ELECTION CYLCE

A resolution was submitted regarding a list of polling places to be accepted for use in the 2014 Election Cycle, to include the March 18th General Primary Election, November 4th General Election and any Special Elections as so ordered and any vacancies in the polling places which may occur be filled by the County Clerk at her discretion.

County Clerk, JoAnn Carretto, informed the board that at the time of the committee meeting there were three vacant polling places, South Ottawa 1, South Ottawa 2 and Northville 2, that have now been filled and an updated list was available in the County Clerk’s office.

Motion by Mr. Van Duzer to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Tuftie. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 181-184

RESOLUTION: (#14-16) AUTHORIZING PERSONS IN THE OFFICE OF THE

COUNTY CLERK & REGIONAL SITES ON ELECTION NIGHT A resolution was submitted stating that the only individuals allowed in the office of the County Clerk and at the four (4) regional sites on election nights will be LaSalle County Deputy County Clerks, County Center Judges of Election, Judges of Election returning ballots and supplies, E S & S staff, I.T. staff and building managers of the regional sites or the building mangers designee and one (1) Republican and one (1) Democratic Counting Center Judge of Election and setting forth the names of those individuals who may witness the central accumulation tabulation via closed circuit television in an area of the County Clerk’s office set aside for their viewing.

Those authorized are:

Jerry Hicks: Chairman, LaSalle County Board Jim Olson: Vice-Chairman, LaSalle County Board Randy Freeman: Chairman, Information Technologies, Central Services & Printing Committee of the LaSalle County Board Lou Anne Carretto: Chairman, County Clerk, Treasurer, Assessment, Board of Review & GIS Committee of the LaSalle County Board Representative: LaSalle County Democratic Central Committee (may rotate) Representative: LaSalle County Republican Central Committee (may rotate) Representative: LaSalle County State’s Attorney Office

Mr. Freeman noticed the resolution had an incorrect election date and County Clerk, JoAnn Carretto, said it should read March 18th, 2014 General Primary and would be corrected.

Motion by Ms. Carretto to approve the resolution as corrected, second by Mr. Sheridan. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 185-186

ORDINANCE: (#14-17) AMENDING ORDINANCE #12-200 AMUSEMENT

LICENSE FEES FOR AMUSEMENT DEVICES

An ordinance was submitted regarding an amendment to Ordinance #12-200 Amusement License Fees for Amusement Devices outside the Corporate Limits of all Cities, Villages and Incorporated Towns of LaSalle County to clarify “terminal operator” or “distributor” to be defined as:

SECTION 1

d). “terminal operator ” means an individual, partnership, corporation, or limited liability company that is licensed under this Act and that owns, services, and maintains video gaming terminals for placement in licensed establishments, licensed truck stop establishments, licensed fraternal establishments, or licensed veterans establishments. 230-ILCS 40/5

SECTON 3: License Fee

The annual fee for a distributor license and/or for a terminal operator as defined by 230 ILCS 40/5, license shall be $2000.00 and shall not be prorated.

Chairman Hicks reported the County’s 5% of the monthly intake from Amusement Devices has been $8000 plus.

Motion by Mr. Jakupcak to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Savitch. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 187-190

APPOINTMENTS: (#14-18) LASALLE COUNTY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS

A resolution was submitted recommending the reappointment of Larry Bianchi to the LaSalle County Zoning Board of Appeals for a 5 year term expiring March 31, 2019 or until a successor is appointed and qualified.

Motion by Mr. Oscepinski to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Savitch. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

Mr. Boe added that Larry has done an excellent job and is an asset to the County as a member on the Zoning Board of Appeals.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 191

MISCELLANEOUS CORRESPONDENCE AND REPORTS

Correspondence to the Illinois Department of Revenue regarding business address verification for allocation purposes dated January 9th, 2014 was submitted.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 192-194

LaSalle County Treasurer’s Investment Schedule dated January 31st, 2014 was submitted.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 195

Public Notice from the US Army Corps of Engineers regarding a permit application by applicant Infra Metals of Marseilles for maintenance dredging of the barge docking area along the Illinois River in Peru, Illinois was submitted and posted in the County Clerk’s Office.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 196-199

Correspondence from the Illinois Department of Transportation, dated January 20th, 2014, regarding a joint agreement on Jobs C-93-063-13 and C-93-078-13 was submitted.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 200-203

Correspondence from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency regarding a permit application to manage waste at Carus Disposal Area No. 3 was submitted and posted in the County Clerk’s Office.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 204

Correspondence to the Illinois Department of Revenue regarding business address verification for allocation purposes dated February 3rd, 2014 was submitted.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 205-207

Correspondence from Martin J. Rue, Superintendent of Veterans Assistance Commission, regarding the annual financial report and a copy of a letter sent to Governor Pat Quinn regarding the hiring of additional staff for the Veterans Home in LaSalle Illinois so that all 200 health care beds can be filled was submitted and filed in the County Clerk’s office.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 208

Correspondence on the Public Safety Tax Monthly Totals was submitted.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 209

ANNOUNCEMENTS

th Chairman Hicks reminded the board that Per Diems were due by February 28 , 2014.

Next month’s County Clerk’s meeting will be moved to Wednesday, March 19th, 2014 due to the March 18th election and the Auditor’s meeting will be moved to Tuesday, March 18th, 2014.

Mr. Boe informed the board a Public Notice would be going out from Enbridge Pipeline regarding architectural surveying on line 61 and the tentative date for construction on the new pipeline is May 1st, 2014.

MOTION: TO PLACE ON FILE

Motion by Mr. Walter to place the Miscellaneous Correspondence and Reports on file, second by Mr. Dose. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

MOTION

Motion by Mr. Savitch to adjourn the meeting to March 10th, 2014 at 6:00 P.M. in Room 250, second by Mr. Oscepinski. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

CHAIRMAN HICKS DECLARED THE MEETING ADJOURNED TO MARCH 10TH, 2014

MEETING ADJOURNED AT 2:12 P.M.

STATE OF ILLINOIS ) COUNTY OF LASALLE ) RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE LASALLE COUNTY BOARD HELD AT THE GOVERNMENTAL COMPLEX, OTTAWA, ILLINOIS. BEGUN AND HELD ON THE SECOND MONDAY OF MARCH, A.D., 2014, IT BEING THE 10TH DAY THEREOF.

STATE OF ILLINOIS ) COUNTY OF LASALLE ) The LaSalle County Board met pursuant to Statute at the Governmental Complex, Ottawa, Illinois, on the second Monday of March, A.D. 2014, it being the 10th day thereof.

This is the first meeting of our March 2014 Session.

Pledge of Allegiance

Chairman Hicks called the meeting to order at 6:05 P.M.

PRESENT: Mr. Abel, Ms. McNally, Mr. Zielke, Mr. Erbrederis, Ms. Owens, Mr. Borchsenius, Mr. Small, Ms. Bernal, Mr. Oscepinski, Mr. Savitch, Mr. Kasap, Ms. Billard, Mr. Panzica, Mr. Tuftie, Mr. Boe, Ms. Carretto, Mr. Walsh, Mr. Van Duzer, Ms. Znaniecki, Mr. Dose, Mr. Hicks, Mr. Olson, Mr. Freeman, Mr. Sheridan, Mr. Roach, Mr. Jakupcak and Mr. Walter.

ABSENT: Mr. Butkus

There were 12 ayes claiming mileage.

Motion by Mr. Jakupcak to approve the roll call for mileage & per diem, second by Mr. Erbrederis. Voice vote; 26 ayes, 1 absent, 1 present and 1 vacant. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 210

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Chairman Hicks called for any additions or corrections to the February 13th, 2014 minutes.

Motion by Mr. Panzica to approve the minutes as presented, second by Mr. Roach. Voice vote; 26 ayes 1 absent. Motion carried.

STUDENT EXCELLENCE AWARDS

Mr. Chris Dvorak, Regional Superintendent of Schools, introduced the students who were awarded the Student Excellence Awards: from Holy Family School in Oglesby, Grace Wasilewski; and from Tonica Grade School, Lindsey Rimes.

Both Students were presented with an award plaque from Chairman Hicks and applauded by the Board.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 211

PRESENTATION

Mr. Chris Dvorak, Regional Superintendent of Schools, presented the Regional Office of Education #35 Annual Report 2012-2013 to the board.

MOTION TO PLACE ON FILE

Motion by Ms. Billard to place the Regional Office of Education #35’s Annual Report 2012-2013 on file, second by Ms. Bernal. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 212

RESOLUTION: (#14-19) APPOINTMENT OF COUNTY BOARD & SCHOOL MEMBER

TO ROE ALIGNMENT COMMITTEE

A resolution was submitted recommending the appointment of representatives to the Regional Office Education-Realignment for the Counties of LaSalle, Putnam and Marshall Committee. Sandi Billard was appointed as the LaSalle County Board Member Representative whose term expires on November 30, 2014 and Richard Allan Myers as LaSalle County School Representative whose term expires on August 1, 2015. Motion by Ms. Carretto to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Abel. Voice vote; 25 ayes, 1 absent and 1 abstain. (Ms. Billard) Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 213-214

PRESENTATION: INSURANCE TRUST 2012-2013 ANNUAL REPORT

Mr. Marius Derango, LaSalle County Insurance Trustee, presented the Insurance Trust’s 2012-2013 Annual Report to be placed on file. He introduced Rob Fitzgerald, Accounts Manager, Chris Brewer, Claims Manager and Lyle Williams, Loss Control and Risk Management members of the Third Party Administrator CCMSI who gave an up-to- date report and overview of the Trust. Mr. Mike Vezetti of Vezzetti Capital Management, also addressed the board with a general overview. He stated the debt issued to the County to fund the Insurance Trust would be paid in full after 10 years which will be 12-01-14 and is doing as well as projected and added the Insurance Trust is in good shape.

MOTION: TO PLACE ON FILE

Motion by Ms. Billard to place the LaSalle County Insurance Trust’s Annual Report on file, second by Mr. Savitch. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 215-216

OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL

Mr. Patrick Sweeney, Detention Home Superintendent, addressed the board for the approval of three staff members from the Detention Home to travel to Omaha, NE to take part in the Heartland Juvenile Services Conference. The cost is $99.00 per person plus hotel and traveling expenses for 2 nights with each person receiving 30 hours of total training.

MOTION: APPROVE OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL

Motion by Mr. Borchsenius to approve Out-Of-State Travel for 3 employees from the Detention Home to travel to Omaha, NE. to the Heartland Juvenile Services Conference, second by Ms. Owens. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

ORDINANCE: (#14-20) AMENDINGTHE PARKS RULES AND REGULATIONS

An ordinance was submitted amending the LaSalle County Parks Rules and Regulations.

Motion by Mr. Jakupcak to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Walter. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 217-219

RESOLUTION: (#14-21) MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH LANDCOMP CORPORATION A resolution was submitted approving authorization for the County Board Chairman to execute a Memorandum of Agreement with LandComp Corporation regarding landfill service area and tonnage.

The proposed Memorandum of Agreement will allow Vendor to keep the same Service area but increases the allowable tonnage of waste to 330,000 per year. Should the Vendor exceed the allowable tonnage of waste, Vendor shall pay to the County a surcharge of $1.00 per ton for every ton of waste over 320,000 tons of waste per year to 324,999 tons, and a surcharge of $2.00 for every ton over 325,000 tons of waste per

year with a cap of 330,000 tons in addition to the current Host Benefit Fee for a period of three years beginning January 1, 2014 and ending December 31, 2016.

Motion by Mr. Abel to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Van Duzer. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 220-223

ORDINANCE: #14-01-S.U. (#14-22) REQUESTING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT UNDER THE LASALLE COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE An ordinance was submitted recommending the approval of Petition #14-01-S.U. filed by owners Mary L. Hoffar, Fred K. Davis Trustee, and Patricia R. Davis Trustee and applicant Dan and Josh Voss who are requesting an approval for a Special Use Permit for loading and hauling of sand, gravel or other aggregate (Transload Facility w/Rail), located in the Agricultural (A-1) District.

MOTION

Motion by Mr. Small to place 2 conditions on the ordinance, second by Mr. Erbrederis. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

1. The owner will pave the onsight route with concrete or asphalt within 18 months of start-up of operations. 2. The owner will construct a berm east of the loading area approximately 400 feet in length and with a minimum height of 4 feet and maximum of 10 feet.

Mr. Walsh questioned if a script could be made for County Board for point of reference. Mr. Harsted agreed to copy the page and store it with the hard copies. Motion by Mr. Small to approve the ordinance as amended, second by Ms. Bernal. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 224-226

ORDINANCE: #14-02-S.U. (#14-23) REQUESTING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT UNDER THE LASALLE COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE

An ordinance was submitted recommending the approval of Petition #14-02-S.U. filed by owner William H. Mitchell Trust and applicant Chad Hoke Farm and Agent Manager who are requesting an approval for a Special Use Permit to split 3.0 ± acres for a single family use located (any additional property must be legally recorded as part of a preexisting legal buildable lot), in the Agricultural (A-1) District.

Mr. Harsted informed the board the publication was incorrectly printed in the ordinance as being published in The Times and should have read The News Tribune.

MOTION TO AMEND

Motion by Mr. Freeman to amend the ordinance to correct that publication was in The Times of Ottawa to the News Tribune of LaSalle, second by Mr. Boe. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

Motion by Mr. Freeman to approve the resolution as amended, second by Mr. Boe. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 227-228

PRESENTATION Mike Harsted presented the 2013 Environmental Service and Land Use Annual Report to the board.

MOTION: TO PLACE ON FILE Motion by Mr. Walter to place the 2013 Environmental Service and Land Use Annual Report of file, second by Mr. Sheridan. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 229-236

RESOLUTION: #14-03 (#14-24) COUNTY HIGHWAY

A resolution was submitted recommending the approval for the local agency agreement for Federal participation for section 15-00326-00-WR, County Highway 29 (Kangley Blacktop from the Intersection of County Highway 64, Oakley Avenue, Northerly to County Highway 5, Sandy Ford Road) and appropriating County Motor Fuel Tax and STM funds for said project.

Motion by Mr. Panzica to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Borchsenius. Roll call vote: 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 237-246

RESOLUTION: #14-04 (#14-25) COUNTY HIGHWAY A resolution was submitted recommending the approval for designating County Highway 36, Dupont Road (F.A.S. Route 1273) from its intersection with Il Route 170 at Seneca east to the LaSalle/Grundy County line as a Class III Truck Route and authorizing the County Board Chairman to enter into an agreement with the IL Department of Transportation for reimbursement from the Truck Access Route Program (TARP) Fund and appropriating County Motor Fuel Tax, STM and County Highway funds for said project.

Motion by Mr. Walter to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Zielke. Clean roll call. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 247-255

RESOLUTION: #14-05 (#14-26) COUNTY HIGHWAY A resolution was submitted recommending the approval for designating County Highway 5, Sandy Ford Road, from its Intersection with County Highway 29 and extending Easterly to IL Route 23, as a Class III Truck Route.

Motion by Mr. Freeman to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Roach. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 256-258

Larry Kinzer, LaSalle County Engineer, presented the board with a page printed from the LaSalle County Highway Department’s website (www.lasallecountyhighway.org) and pointed out several helpful feature and special announcements. One important feature that was very useful this winter was the condition of county roads and explained the website had over 3000 hits on the first day. He commended his assistant, Vic Washelesky, for his time and work in putting the website together and maintaining it.

Several board members mentioned the site was very easy to use and computer friendly.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 259

RESOLUTION: 01-14-001- (#14-27) SURRENDER OF TAX SALE CERTIFICATE A resolution was submitted stating that the Chairman of the Board of LaSalle County, Illinois, authorizes the cancellation of the appropriate Certificate(s) of Purchase on the described real estate parcel #32-22-202-021 for the sum of $884.90 to be paid to the Treasurer of LaSalle County, Illinois, to be disbursed according to law. This resolution to be effective for sixty (60) days from this date and any transaction between the above parties not occurring within this period shall be null and void.

Motion by Mr. Sheridan to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Dose. Roll call vote: 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 260-264

RESOLUTION: 01-14-002 (#14-28) SURRENDER MOBILE HOME TAX SALE A resolution was submitted approving the Chairman of the Board be authorized to assign the Tax Sale Certificate of Purchase MH09-1313, parcel #29-98-100-123, for the exchange for payment to the Treasurer of LaSalle County, Illinois, of the sum of $398.48, which shall be disbursed according to law. This resolution shall be effective for sixty (60) days from this date and any transaction between the parties not occurring within this period shall be null and void.

Motion by Mr. Oscepinski to approve the resolution, second by Ms. McNally. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 265-268

RESOLUTION: 01-14-003 (#14-29) SURRENDER MOBILE HOME TAX SALE A resolution was submitted stating that the Chairman of the Board be authorized to assign the Tax Sale Certificate of Purchase MH10-0024, parcel #18-98-200-022, in exchange for payment to the Treasurer of LaSalle County, Illinois, of the sum of $201.81, which shall be disbursed according to law. This resolution shall be effective for sixty (60) days from this date and any transaction between the parties not occurring within this period shall be null and void.

Motion by Mr. Oscepinski to approve the resolution, second by Ms. McNally. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 269-271 RESOLUTION: 01-14-04 (#14-30) SURRENDER MOBILE HOME TAX SALE A resolution was submitted stating that the Chairman of the Board be authorized to assign the Tax Sale Certificate of Purchase MH10-0013, parcel #06-98-490-002C, in exchange for payment to the Treasurer of LaSalle County, Illinois, of the sum of $214.03, which shall be disbursed according to law. This resolution shall be effective for sixty (60) days from this date and any transaction between the parties not occurring within this period shall be null and void.

Motion by Mr. Oscepinski to approve the resolution, second by Ms. McNally. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 272-274 RESOLUTION: 01-14-005 (# 14-31) DEED OF CONVEYANCE A resolution was submitted stating that the Chairman of the Board be authorized to execute a deed of conveyance of the County’s interest or authorize the cancellation of the appropriate Certificate(s) of Purchase #10-0804, as the case may be, on the real estate, parcel #24-18-212-022, for the sum of $1054.49 to be paid to the Treasurer of LaSalle County, Illinois, to be disbursed according to law. This resolution to be effective

9 for sixty (60) days from this date and any transaction between the parties not occurring within this period shall be null and void.

Motion by Ms. Znaniecki to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Kasap. Clean roll call: 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 275-278

RESOLUTION: 01-14-006 (#14-32) DEED OF CONVEYANCE A resolution was submitted stating that the Chairman of the Board be authorized to execute a deed of conveyance of the County’s interest of authorize the cancellation of the appropriate Certificate(s) of Purchase #09-0388, as the case may be on the real estate, parcel #17-09-0388, for the sum of $168.73 to be paid to the Treasurer of LaSalle County, Illinois, to be disbursed according to law. This resolution to be effective for sixty (60) days from this date and any transaction between parties not occurring within this period shall be null and void.

Motion by Ms. Znaniecki to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Kasap. Clean roll call. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 279-281

RESOLUTION: (#14-33) AMENDING RESOLUTION #11-63 REAPPORTIONMENT A resolution was submitted for the approval of amending Resolution #11-63 due to a scrivener’s error and replace the portion of Section 1 describing District #29 with the following corrected description to match the boundary map attached to and made a part of the Resolution as though fully set forth herein and referred to in Section 3 hererafter is the boundary map for the County as a whole, which illustrates the districts as they will exist and will act as the official documentation of this reapportionment .

Motion by Ms. Carretto to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Boe. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 282-288

QUARTERLY REPORT: COMMITTEE WORK MISCELLANEOUS The Quarterly Report for Committee Work Miscellaneous was submitted in the total amount of $ 28,140.17.

Motion by Mr. Boe to approve the quarterly report, second by Mr. Jakupcak. Roll call vote: 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

AYES: Mr. Abel, Ms. McNally, Mr. Zielke, Mr. Erbrederis, Ms. Owens, Mr. Borchsenius, Mr. Small, Ms. Bernal, Mr. Oscepinski, Mr. Savitch, Mr. Kasap, Ms. Billard, Mr. Panzica, Mr. Tuftie, Mr. Boe, Ms. Carretto, Mr. Walsh, Mr. Van Duzer, Ms. Znaniecki, Mr. Dose, Mr. Olson, Mr. Freeman, Mr. Sheridan, Mr. Roach, Mr. Jakupcak and Mr. Walter.

ABSENT: Mr. Butkus

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 289-317

MOTION: EXECUTIVE SESSION Motion by Mr. Borchsenius to go into Executive Session as per 5 ILCS 120/2 © 21 for review of prior executive session minutes, second by Ms. Owens. (7:55)

Chairman Hicks called for a Roll call vote: 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

ABSENT: Mr. Butkus

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 318

MOTION: RETURN FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION

Motion by Mr. Kasap to return to regular session, second by Mr. Van Duzer. (8:00)

Chairman Hicks called for a Roll call vote: 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

ABSENT: Mr. Butkus

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 319

MOTION: TO RELEASE PRIOR EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES

Motion by Mr. Walsh to approve and release Executive Session Minutes 08-09- 12 and 1-09-14 and to keep closed for the need of confidentiality Executive Session Minutes 11-14-06, 08-09-07,12-10-07, 06-09-08,11-21-08,02-05-09,12-14-09, 01-14- 10,10-14-10 ,#1 of 03-14-11, #2 of 03-14-11, 05-12-11, 06-13-11, #1 of 7-14-11, #2 of 07-14-11, #1 0f 02-09-12, #2 of 02-09-12, 04-12-12, 09-10-12, 01-10-13,11-21-13, #2 of 01-09-14, and 02-13-14, second by Mr. Olson. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1absent. Motion carried.

MOTION

Mr. Boe made a motion to combine the appointments, second by Mr. Freeman. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

APPOINTMENT: (#14-34) ALLEN TOWNSHIP FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

A resolution was submitted reappointing Henry (Frank) Hepner as a Trustee of the Allen Township Fire Protection District for a three year term beginning May 5th, 2014 and expiring on the first Monday of May, 2017 or until his successor takes office.

Motion by Mr. Zielke to approve the appointment, second by Mr. Walter. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 320-321

APPOINTMENT: (#14-35) OGLESBY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

A resolution was submitted for the reappointment of Gary Marincic as a Trustee of the Oglesby Fire Protection District for a three year term beginning May 5th, 2014 and expiring on the first Monday of May, 2017 or until his successor takes office.

Motion by Mr. Zielke to approve the appointment, second by Mr. Walter. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 322-323

APPOINTMENT: (#14-36) READING COMMUNITY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

A resolution was submitted for the reappointment of Ronald Sievers as a Trustee of the Reading Community Fire Protection District for a three year term beginning May 5th, 2014 and expiring on the first Monday of May, 2017 or until his successor takes office.

Motion by Mr. Zielke to approve the appointment, second by Mr. Walter. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 325-329

APPOINTMENT: (#14-37) SOMONAUK FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

A resolution was submitted for the reappointment of H. Alex Marshall as a Trustee of the Somonauk Community Fire Protection District for a three year term beginning May 5th, 2014 and expiring on the first Monday of May, 2017 or until his successor takes office.

Motion by Mr. Zielke to approve the appointment, second by Mr. Walter. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 330

MISCELLANEOUS CORRESPONDENCE AND REPORTS

Correspondence from the Illinois Department of Corrections regarding the 2014 annual inspection report for the LaSalle County Jail was submitted and posted in the County Clerk’s office.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 331-333

Correspondence from the Illinois Department of Transportation, dated February 20th, 2014, regarding a meeting to be held on Thursday, March 20th, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at the Utica Village Hall to discuss the ongoing engineering study to replace the bridge carrying Illinois 178 over the Illinois River at Utica was submitted and posted in the County Clerk’s office.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 334-335

Public Notice from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency regarding a proposed renewal of the Clean Air Act Permit Program Permit for U.S. Silica Company in Ottawa was submitted and posted in the Count Clerk’s office.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 336

LaSalle County Treasurer’s Investment Schedule dated March 3rd, 2014 was submitted.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 337

Correspondence to the Illinois Department of Revenue regarding business verification for tax allocation purposes dated March 3rd, 2014 was submitted.

SEE RECORD BOOK 204, PG 338-340

Motion by Mr. Erbrederis to place all on file, second by Ms. Billard. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mr. Zielke wanted to make the board aware that National AG Day will be March 25th, 2014.

Mr. Panzica mentioned the Tri-County Annual Report and explained ways the Tri-County Opportunity Council helps residents in LaSalle County.

Ms. Bernal brought the board up to date on the Starved Rock Country and Heritage Corridor Marathon that will be held in Ottawa.

Motion by Mr. Savitch to recess to April 10th, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. in Room 250 at the Governmental Complex, second by Mr. Oscepinski. Voice vote; 26 ayes and 1 absent. Motion carried.

CHAIRMAN HICKS DECLARED THE MEETING RECESSED TO APRIL 10, 2014

MEETING RECESSED AT 8:13 P.M.

STATE OF ILLINOIS ) COUNTY OF LASALLE ) The LaSalle County Board met pursuant to Statue at the Governmental Complex, Ottawa, Illinois, on the second Thursday of April, A.D. 2014, it being the 10th day thereof.

Chairman Hicks called the meeting to order at 1:06 P.M. This is the second meeting of our March, 2014 Session. Pledge of Allegiance Chairman Hicks asked the Clerk to call the roll for Mileage & Per Diem. PRESENT: Stephen Abel, David Zielke, Allen Erbrederis, Catherine Owens, Charles Borchsenius, Gary Small, Joseph Oscepinski, Jr., Larry Butkus, Joseph Savitch, Michael Kasap, Sandra Billard, Joseph Panzica, Jr., Steven Tuftie, Russell Boe, Lou Anne Carretto, Tom Walsh, Arratta Znaniecki, Brian Dose, Jerry Hicks, Jim Olson, Randy Freeman, Mike Sheridan, Walter Roach, Jr., Robert Jakupcak and Elmer Walter.

ABSENT: JoAnn McNally, Jill Bernal and David Van Duzer

There were 12 ayes claiming mileage.

Motion by Mr. Borchsenius to approve the roll call for mileage & per diem, second by Ms. Billard. Voice vote; 24 ayes, 3 absent, 1 present and 1 vacancy. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 001

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Chairman Hicks called for any additions or corrections to the March 10th minutes.

Motion by Mr. Walsh to approve the March 10th minutes as presented, second by Mr. Olson. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

STUDENT EXCELLENCE AWARDS

Ms. Christina Dougherty, Assistant Regional Superintendent of Schools, introduced the students who were awarded the Student Excellence Awards: from Lincoln Jr. High in LaSalle, Cayla Doehler; and from Waltham Elementary School in Utica, Jordan Ovanic. 1

Christina informed the Board that Cayla Doehler could not attend the meeting to receive her award. She and Regional Superintendent of Schools, Chris Dvorak, would present her with her award later.

Jordan Ovanic was presented with an award plaque from Chairman Hicks and applauded by the Board.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 002

RESOLUTION: (#14-38) HONORING KEN PYSZKA

A resolution was submitted honoring Ken Pyszka, LaSalle County Mental Health “708” Director, on his retirement. Mr. Pyszka has dedicated almost 40 years of service to LaSalle County Mental Health “708” Board as LaSalle County Board Member and then as LaSalle County Mental Health “708” Director from 1996 through 2013.

. Mr. Pyszka established a very strong working relationship with the LaSalle County Board and all the “708” Agency Directors and was instrumental in adding Court Appointed Special Advocates “CASA” to the Agencies funded by “708”.

Motion by Mr. Boe to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Savitch. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

Mr. Pyszka was presented with a plaque and a framed copy of the Resolution from Chairman Hicks. The County Board Members extended their sincere appreciation and deepest gratitude on his loyal service to LaSalle County and the citizens of LaSalle County.

LaSalle County’s new “708” Mental Health Board Director, Nancy Meyer and “708” Mental Health Board Member, Bill Warnell were present to congratulate Ken on his retirement. They both praised Mr. Pyszka for his years of service and commented it was an honor and a pleasure to have worked with him.

Mr. Boe thanked Ken for his accomplishments and for all the good things he has done throughout the years for the “708” Mental Health Board and the citizens of LaSalle County.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 003

PRESENTATION

Mr. Jeff Johnson, Senior Manager from the Dixon Office, for WIPFLI, LLP, LaSalle County’s outside auditor, presented the County Board with the LaSalle County 2013 Annual Financial Report. He explained there were no major deviations from the original plan and the audit went very well this year. He felt there was still improvement needed in the segregation of duties in certain areas of the County.

Mr. Walsh asked if there were any special ways the County could prepare itself for the Pension Liability that would be presented in the future and Jeff explained ways others have addressed the issue.

Mr. Abel questioned his concerns as to how serious were the segregation of duties and positions. Jeff explained although it was minor it should be addressed.

Ms. Znaniecki, Finance and Fee Committee Chairman, added the general fund ended with a negative $128,366. She stated that was not a true amount because there were still salary contracts that were not completed at the time and some that are not completed still, adding the bottom line is much worse. She asked her fellow board members to make sure they are vigilant in checking their funds on their committees and where they ended. Ms. Znaniecki invited the other board members to attend the budget hearings so they could learn more on what takes place.

MOTION: TO PLACE LASALLE COUNTY ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT

ON FILE FOR REVIEW

Motion by Mr. Freeman to place the 2013 LaSalle County Annual Financial Report on file for review, second by Ms. Znaniecki. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 4-8

RESOLUTION: (#14-39) AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE AUTHORITY FOR ILLINOIS CAPITAL FUNDS GRANT A resolution was presented recommending the approval for authorizing Signature Authority for Illinois Capital Funds for Grant Project #12-203558 with North Central Illinois Council of

Governments, as Grant Administrator, to sign all capital fund payment checks and grant modification requests, provided that the County has approved all such actions.

Motion by Mr. Small to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Butkus. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 9-10

RESOLUTION: (#14-40) AGREEMENT FOR APPLICATION ADMINISTRATION

& COORDINATION SERVICES

A resolution was submitted for the approval of Agreement for Application, Administration and Coordination Services for Illinois Bond Fund Grant # 12-203558 with North Central Illinois Council of Governments on behalf of LaSalle County.

Motion by Ms. Carretto to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Dose. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 11-14

ORDINANCE: (#14-41) SPECIAL USE PERMIT

An ordinance was submitted requesting approval of Petition #14-03 requesting a Special Use Permit filed by owner Nicole Wilson and applicant Chad Irving requesting approval to construct an accessory structure greater than 1300 square feet, on parcel #34-30-302-088, located in the single family Residential District (R-2), pursuant to Section 8.2-3F and Section 14.10 of the LaSalle County Zoning Ordinance.

Motion by Mr. Roach to approve the ordinance, second by Mr. Sheridan. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 15-16

ORDINANCE TO AMEND LASALLE COUNTY ZONING ORDIANCE TEXT

Mike Harsted, LaSalle County Enforcement Officer, explained the Ordinance to amend LaSalle County Zoning Ordinance Text would need to be on file for 30 days in the County Clerk’s office and would be presented at next month’s meeting.

RESOLUTION: (#14-42) OPPOSING SENATE BILL # 3263

A resolution was submitted recommending opposing Senate Bill #3263 (the Wind Energy Facilities Construction and Deconstruction Act) which would transfer the authority to establish standards for and regulate the siting of wind farms and electric-generating wind devices.

Motion by Mr. Abel to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Walsh. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

Mr. Walsh added there was a deadline of April 11th and requested copies of the resolution be faxed to the bill’s sponsor Senator Sullivan, Senators Sue Rezin and Tim Bivins, Representatives Frank Mautino, John Anthony and Tom Demmer.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 17-18

RESOLUTION: (#14-43) FLOOD PLAIN VARIANCE

A resolution was submitted requesting approval for a Floodplain Variance to the LaSalle County Floodplain Regulations Ordinance be granted to Jeff and Ann Hamer for the construction of an addition to an existing single family home structure which has a walkout basement that is below the base flood elevation, at the mailing address of 399 Holiday Drive, located in Northville Township, LaSalle County, Illinois.

Motion by Mr. Erbrederis to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Zielke. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 18a-18b

RESOLUTION: (#14-44) 14-06 COUNTY HIGHWAY

A resolution was submitted authorizing the Chairman of the Board to enter into a Local Agency Agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation and to execute the required documents to approve $111,000 to be appropriated from the Special Tax Matching Fund for construction and

engineering to replace Structure #050-3208 carrying County Highway 66 over Covel Creek, Section 15-00730-00-BR.

Motion by Mr. Panzica to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Tuftie. Roll call vote: 23 ayes and 4 absent. Motion carried.

ABSENT: Ms. McNally, Mr. Van Buren, Ms. Bernal and Mr. Boe

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 19-21

RESOLUTION: (#14-45) 14-07 COUNTY HIGHWAY

A resolution was submitted recommending approval for the County Board Chairman to be authorized to enter into a Supplemental Agreement to Resolution #13-18 with Hutchison Engineering, Inc., (Phase 2) for engineering services and that sufficient funds be appropriated from the County Highway Fund to cover the cost for Section 13-00323-00-SP, County Highway 4 & 15 Intersection.

Motion by Mr. Borchsenius to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Walter. Clean roll call. Voice vote; 23 ayes and 4 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 22-24

PRESENTATION

Mr. Patrick Sweeney, Detention Home Director, presented the LaSalle County Detention Home’s Quarterly Report for December 1, 2013 through February 28, 2014 to the board.

Motion by Mr. Erbrederis to place the Detention Home’s Quarterly Report on file, second by Mr. Oscepinski. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 26-29

PRESENTATION

Mr. Mark Krueger, Director of Probation Services, presented the Probation and Court Services Quarterly Report for December 1, 2013 through February 28, 2014 to the board.

Motion by Ms. Carretto to place the Probation and Court Services Quarterly Report on file, second by Mr. Butkus. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 30-32

PRESENTATION

CiCi Fisher Chalus, C.A.S.A. Executive Director, presented the board with the C.A.S.A. Annual Report. Ms. Chalus reported 60 children were served over the course of the fiscal year and 7 new advocates were trained making a total of 32 advocates who speak up for children who cannot speak for themselves. She announced the 7th annual Chocolate Fund Raiser “NOTHING’S SWEETER THAN A CHILD” will be held on April 13th, 2014 at Celebrations 150 Hall in LaSalle.

Motion by Mr. Borchsenius to place the C.A.S.A. Annual Report of file, second by Ms. Carretto. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 33-34

RESOLUTION: (#14-46) DENTAL INSURANCE PROVIDER

A resolution was submitted recommending authorizing and approving Delta Dental as Dental Insurance Provider for all eligible employees of the County of LaSalle, Illinois with an effective date of June 1, 2014 at the sole expense of the employee.

Ms. Billard reported the premium amount is still the same as it has been the last two years.

Motion by Ms. Billard to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Walsh. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 35-36

RESOLUTION: (#14-47) CONSOLIDATED OMNIBUS RECONCILIATION ACT

(COBRA) HEALTH INSURANCE RATES (DENTAL)

A resolution was submitted recommending that pursuant with the provisions of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) LaSalle County should charge 7

employees whose employment with LaSalle County has terminated an amount equal to 102% of the current monthly dental insurance premium in effect at the time of termination of employment with LaSalle County and offer its employees two dental play options, a High Plan & a Low Plan.

Those monthly premiums under LaSalle County’s current dental insurance plans are:

HIGH PLAN: $30.57 plus $0.61 (102%) for a total of $31.18 for Single coverage, $61.14 plus $1.22 (102%) for a total of $62.36 for Employee and Spouse coverage, $66.03 plus $1.32 (102%) for a total of $67.35 for Employee plus child(ren), and $105.35 plus $2.11 (102%) for a total of $107.46 for Family coverage.

LOW PLAN: $23.20 plus $0.46 (102%) for a total of $23.66 for Single coverage, $46.40 plus $0.93 (102%) for a total of $47.33 for Employee and Spouse coverage, $47.45 plus $0.95 (102%) for a total of $48.40 for Employee plus child(ren), and $82.18 plus $1.64 (102%) for a total of $83.82 for Family coverage.

Mary Holland, Human Resource Director, added the 2% of the 102% charge of Cobra Administration Fee helps offset what the County pays to Blue Cross and Blue Shield. She also added the premium rates and the COBRA rates still remain the same as it has been the last two years.

Motion by Mr. Kasap to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Dose. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK, PG 37-38

RESOLUTION: (#14-48) REVIEW CURRENT 911 STATUTORY PROVISIONS

A resolution was submitted recommending approval for LaSalle County Board to urge the Illinois General Assembly to review all potential funding options for the continued viability of the 911 Systems; to grant counties with 911 Systems the appropriate revenues, extend the current Wireless Emergency Telephone Safety Act; and to support the various boards established under the Emergency Telephone System Act who have the responsibility for planning 911 Systems; coordinating and supervising implementation, upgrading and maintaining of the Systems; and implementation of the next generation 911.

Motion by Mr. Walsh to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Olson. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

Chairman Hicks explained the reasons for the County’s concern was that it receives $1.50 per landline and $.72 for each cell phone in LaSalle County at this time. Households are having less landlines and changing to more cell phones. The County’s concern is that Springfield may change the legislation that would pull money from the County and give the State more say as to how and where this funding would be spent.

Chairman Hicks explained the resolution was to encourage the State not to reduce or take away the funds the County receives in the future.

Mr. Abel questioned whether there were any bills in Springfield currently that might pick up this money and if so would the County be made aware so that it can head them off?

Mr. Walsh answered there were five bills currently in Springfield and the County would be made aware as they had with the Wind Farms.

It was requested copies of the Resolution be sent to the Legislature Government in Springfield.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 39

RESOLUTION: (#14-49) MOTORCYCLE SAFETY & AWARENESS MONTH

A resolution was submitted recommending approval to proclaim the Month of May, this Year 2014 as Motorcycle Safety & Awareness Month in the County of LaSalle and urge all motorists to join in an effort to improve safety and awareness on our roadways.

Motion by Mr. Sheridan to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Panzica. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 40

RESOLUTION: (#14-50) AMENDING LASALLE COUNTY LIQUOR RESOLUTION #99-276

A resolution was submitted recommending the approval for amending LaSalle County Liquor Resolution #99-276 regulating the retail sale of alcohol liquors outside the corporate limits of all cities, villages and incorporated towns to set forth additional conditions on One Day Events.

Motion by Mr. Jakupcak to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Savitch. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 41-42

MOTION: TO PLACE ON FILE THE AMENDMENT TO LASALLE COUNTY RULE BOOK

Motion by Mr. Butkus to place the amendment to the LaSalle County Rule Book on file for 30 days in the County Clerk’s office, second by Mr. Boe. Voice vote; 24 ayes and 3 absent. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION: (#14-51) LASALLE COUNTY SHERIFF’S SALARY

A resolution was submitted for the approval of the salary of the LaSalle County Sheriff for the years 2014 through November 30, 2018 as follows, plus an additional $1,500.00 annually as Supervisor of Safety.

December 01, 2014 through November 30, 2015 $ 73,080.00

December 01, 2015 through November 30, 2016 $ 74,176.00

December 01, 2016 through November 30, 2017 $ 75,289.00

December 01, 2017 through November 30, 2018 $ 76,418.00

Chairman Hicks added the Sheriff’s salary is low in comparison to other counties.

Motion by Mr. Savitch to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Walsh. Roll call vote: 20 ayes, 2 abstain and 5 absent. Motion carried.

ABSTAIN: Mr. Jakupcak and Mr. Zielke

ABSENT: Ms. McNally, Mr. Small, Ms. Bernal, Mr. Oscepinski and Mr. Van Duzer

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 43-45

RESOLUTION: (#14-52) SALARIES OF COUNTY CLERK AND TREASURER

A resolution was submitted for the approval of the salaries of the LaSalle County Clerk and LaSalle County Treasurer beginning December 2014 through November 30, 2018. The County Clerk will receive an additional $1,500.00 annually as Supervisor of Elections.

December 01, 2014 through November 30, 2015 $ 64,500.00

December 01, 2015 through November 30, 2016 $ 66,000.00

December 01, 2016 through November 30, 2017 $ 66,990.00

December 01, 2017 through November 30, 2018 $ 67,995.00

Motion by Mr. Olson to approve the resolution, second by Ms. Billard. Roll call vote: 22 ayes and 5 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 46-48

RESOLUTION: (#14-53) REAPPOINTMENT OF CHIEF COUNTY ASSESSMENT OFFICER

A resolution was submitted recommending the reappointment of Linda Kendall as Chief County Assessment Officer for a four year term from May 1, 2014 to April 30, 2018 and that the per year salaries under said four year term will be as follows and that the increases for the four year term are contingent upon the County having assessment levels between 31 1/3% and 35 1/3% which qualifies the County for salary reimbursement pursuant to statutes:

May 1, 2014 to April 30, 2015 $ 81,629.00

May 1, 2015 to April 30, 2016 $ 82,854.00

May 1, 2016 to April 30, 2017 $ 84,097.00

May 1, 2017 to April 30, 2018 $ 85,358.00

Motion by Ms. Carretto to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Jakupcak. Clean roll call vote; Voice vote; 22 ayes and 5 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 49-51

APPOINTMENT: (#14-54) LASALLE COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD

A resolution was submitted recommending the appointment of Marguerite Corcoran to the LaSalle County Housing Authority Board of Commissioners to the position left vacant by the resignation of Commissioner Florence Kepper, for the remaining term expiring on June 30, 2018 or until a successor takes office.

Motion by Mr. Roach to approve the resolution, second by Mr. Freeman. Voice vote; 22 ayes and 5 absent. Motion carried.

SEE RECORD BOOK 205, PG 52

MOTION

Motion by Mr. Boe to read all appointments at once, second by Mr. Freeman. Voice vote; 22 ayes and 5 absent. Motion carried.

APPOINTMENT: (#14-55) DIMMICK-PERU RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

A resolution was submitted recommending the reappointment of Donald J. Lamps as Trustee of the Dimmick-Peru Rural Fire Protection District for a three year term beginning May 5th, 2014 and expiring on the first Monday of May 2017 or until a successor takes office.