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COUNTY BOARD MEETING - October 10, 2000

MINUTE APPROVAL ...... 233

ZONING PETITIONS #3766 Batavia Township--Raymond H. Grommes Trust...... 233 #3768 Plato Township--Mark Griffin, et ux...... 234 #3770 Big Rock Township--Old Second National Bank of Aurora, Tr#8036...... 236

RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES #00-262 Chevrolet Astro Van--Tobacco Grant Program...... 251 #00-263 Government Center Bldg. B Addition--Furniture & Equipment...... 237 #00-264 Local & Long Distance Usage Rates ...... 238 #00-265 Cartridge Tape Drives...... 238 #00-266 Revise T1 Circuit Contract...... 239 #00-267 Public Utility & Drainage Easement--County, St. Charles, et ux ...... 239 #00-268 Economic Development Committee Small Cities Grants...... 240 #00-269 Mill Creek Water Reclamation District Appointment ...... 240 #00-270 Blackberry Creek Watershed Management Plan (Support & Cooperation)241 #00-271 Integrated Management Plan for Fox River Watershedt ...... 242 #00-272 Burlington Community Fires Protection District Appointment ...... 242 #00-273 Opposing United States SB1028 (Citizens' Access to Justice Act) ...... 243 #00-274 Marie Wilkinson Child Development Center Grant ...... 251 #00-275 Fox Valley Trolley Museum Riverboat Grant ...... 243 #00-276 Court Document Storage ...... 244 #00-277 Amending FY2000 Sheriff's Budget...... 244 #00-278 Amending FY2000 Adult Corrections Budget ...... 245 #00-279 Authorizing JJC Superintendent to Maintain Existing Checking Account.245 #00-280 Authorizing Health Dept to Maintain Existing Checking Account ...... 246 #00-281 Authorizing Development Dept to Open a Checking (petty cash) Account246 #00-282 Contracts for Court Interpreters ...... 246 #00-283 Contribute Tax Rebates to County Health Dept...... 252 #00-284 Secure Shocap Web Site ...... 247 #00-285 Depositories for Funds--Regional Office of Education...... 253 #00-286 License Agreement with Chgo. Central & Pacific RR Co.--Randall Rd....248 #00-287 Engineering Design Services, LaFox Rd--Mill Creek Streambank Stabilization...... 248 #00-288 Alteration of Statutory Speed Limits (Plato Twp.) ...... 249 #00-289 Transportation Corridor Planning...... 249 #00-290 Agreement betw. County & Montgomery--Orchard & Aucutt ...... 250 #00-291 Suppl. Motor Fuel Tax Fund Appropriation--2000 County Resurfacing ...250 #00-292 Acquisition of Hwy. Right of Way--Bolz Rd...... 254 #00-293 Establishing County Ad Hoc Clean Air Committee ...... 254

APPOINTMENTS E-911 Board...... 255 Board of Health Advisory Committee ...... 256

SPEAKERS Steve Hindi--Rodeo Animal Abuse...... 256 Mazher Ahmed--County Employees Salaries ...... 256 KANE COUNTY BOARD MEETING - October 10, 2000

The Adjourned Meeting of the Kane County Board was held at the Kane County Government Center, Geneva, IL at 10:24 a.m. on Tuesday, October 10, 2000, Michael W. McCoy, Chairman; Bernadine C. Murphy, Clerk.

Roll call as follows: PRESENT: Ardelean, Barrett, Cameron, Carlson, Cook, Greviskes, Hartwell, Hoscheit, Hurlbut (late), Jones, Kosinski, McConnaughay, Mitchell, Morse, Neuberger, Rage, Richards, Sanchez, Steve-McConnaughay, Tredup, VanOvermeiren, Weigand, Wojnicki, Wolfe, & Wyatt. ABSENT: DeStefano.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Ardelean; seconded by Wolfe, that the minutes of the September 12, 2000 meeting be approved. Carried unanimously by voice vote.

ZONING PETITION #3766 (Batavia Township--Raymond H. Grommes Trust) Moved by Morse; seconded by Mitchell, that #3766 be granted.

ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

BE IT ORDAINED by the County Board of Kane County, Illinois, as follows:

(1) That the following described property is hereby rezoned and reclassified from F District-Farming to E-1 District-Estate Residential:

Plat of Survey of that part of the Southwest Quarter of Section 30, Township 39 North, Range 8 East of the third Principal Meridian, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of the Southeast Quarter of Section 25, Township 39 North, Range 7 East of the third Principal Meridian; thence South 00 degrees 27 minutes 20 seconds West along West line of the Southwest Quarter of said Section 30, 1137.80 feet for the place of beginning; thence South 00 degrees 27 minutes 20 seconds West, along said West line, 488.22 feet; thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes East, 488.11 feet; thence North 00 degrees 27 minutes 20 seconds East, 488.22 feet to a line drawn North 89 degrees 59 minutes East from the place of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes West, 488.11 feet to the place of beginning, in the Township of Batavia, Kane County, Illinois.

(2) That the rezoning be granted subject to the following stipulation:

1. An access easement shall be established to clearly identify maintenance responsibilities for the shared drive. Neither Kane County nor Batavia Township will be responsible for maintaining the shared drive.

2. An engineered site grading plan will be required at the time of building permit application.

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(3) That the zoning maps of Kane County, Illinois, be amended accordingly.

(4) This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval as provided by Law. # # #

Petitioner Lisa Randall was present and available to answer questions. Responding to a question, Randall said that it was about 1000 feet from the Nelson Lake Forest Preserve. Attorney Thomas, representing the objectors, said that the objecting property owners withdrew their objection because all stipulations had been met. No further questions or discussion. Carried by voice vote with AYES an a NAY. (Hurlbut arrived at 10:27 a.m.) ZONING PETITION #3766 GRANTED.

ZONING PETITION #3768 (Plato Township--Mark Griffin, et ux) Moved by Morse; seconded by Carlson, that #3768 be granted.

ORDINANCE GRANTING A INTERIM SPECIAL USE PURSUANT TO ARTICLE VIII, SECTION 8.1-2 (cc) OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

BE IT ORDAINED by the County Board of Kane County, Illinois, as follows:

(1) That the Interim Special Use is hereby granted and allowed under the provisions of Article VIII, Section 8.1-2 (cc), of the Zoning Ordinance of Kane County, Illinois, for a period of five years, to accommodate a drive through coffee, ice cream & soda fountain shop:

Parcel 1: That part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 8, Township 41 North, Range 7 East of the third Principal Meridian described as follows: Beginning at the point of intersections of the East line of said Northwest Quarter with the center line of the Burlington Road; thence South along the East line of said Quarter Section 165 feet; thence Westerly parallel with the center line of said Road 165 feet; thence North parallel with the East line of said Quarter Section 165 feet to the center line of said Burlington Road; thence Easterly along said center line 165 feet to the place of beginning, in the Township of Plato, Kane County, Illinois.

Parcel 2: The Northerly 165.00 feet (as measured on thence East and West line thereof) of the following described Parcel: That part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 8, Township 41 North, Range 7 East of the third Principal Meridian, described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Northwest Quarter; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes 17 Second West along the East line thereof, 191.05 feet to the center line of Plank Rd; thence North 80 degrees 57 minutes 13 second West along said center line, 165.0 feet to the place of beginning; thence continuing North 80 degrees 57 minutes 13 second West along said center line, 111.49 feet; thence South 0 degrees 00 minutes 17 second West

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(2) That the Interim special use be granted subject to the following stipulations

1. Business uses will be limited to those approved in the previous petition, the limited menu submitted as part of the current petition, and limited to 6 outside sales per year.

2. The property owner shall convey by warranty deed 33 feet of right- of-way from the existing pavement centerline of Plank Road at no cost to the Kane County Division of Transportation.

3. The property owner shall convey 33 feet of right-of-way from the existing pavement centerline of Route 47 at no cost to the State of Illinois.

4. The existing access on Plank Road shall be removed and restored to the satisfaction of the Kane County Division of Transportation. All disturbed areas shall be re-seeded and covered with an erosion control blanket.

5. The entrance to Olde St. Pete=s shall be 35 feet wide and located toward the western property line as shown on the site development plan dated January 24, 2000.

6. A ADo Not Bock Intersection@ (MUTCD R10-7) sign shall be placed for eastbound traffic on Plank Road at the entrance to Olde St. Pete=s. The intent of this signage is to allow traffic to exit Plank Road as quickly and smoothly as possible.

7. A stop sign and stop bar shall be placed on the south leg of the interior intersection of Olde St. Pete=s. Traffic exiting the drive- through or circulation on site will stop and yield to traffic entering the drive-through. The intent of this signage is to allow traffic to exit Plank Road as quickly and smoothly as possible.

8. When turn lanes or traffic signals are installed for Plank Road at Illinois Route 47, the Kane County Division of Transportation reserves the right to restrict the Plank Road access to Olde St. Pete=s.

9. If the property immediately to the south of Olde St. Pete=s is redeveloped or if changes from its present use are considered, the

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Kane County Division of Transportation reserves the right to restrict the access on Plank Road and cross access between the parcels.

10. The Kane County Division of Transportation reserves the right to restrict the Plank Road access if the access is found to be a safety concern to the motoring public, or is found to negatively impact traffic operations at the intersection of Plank Road and Illinois Route 47.

(3) That the zoning maps of Kane County, Illinois, be amended accordingly. (4) This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval as provided by Law. # # #

No speakers were present. Responding to a question, Director of Development Bus said this special use was to allow for a drive through and the staff was very comfortable with its recommendation. Carried by voice vote with AYES and a NAY. (Hurlbut abstained.) ZONING PETITION #3768 GRANTED.

ZONING PETITION #3770 (Big Rock Township--Old Second National Bank of Aurora, Tr#8036) Moved by Morse; seconded by Carlson, that #3770 be granted.

ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL USE PURSUANT TO ARTICLE VIII, SECTION 10.4-2 (o) OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF KANE COUNTY, ILLINOIS

BE IT ORDAINED by the County Board of Kane County, Illinois, as follows:

(1) That the Special Use is hereby granted and allowed under the provisions of Article X, Section 10.4-2 (o) , of the Zoning Ordinance of Kane County, Illinois, permitting a Special Use within the B-3 Business District to allow a self-storage facility:

That part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 23, Township 38 North, Range 6 East of the third Principal Meridian, described as follows: Commencing at the intersection of the center line of U.S. Route 30 with the West line of the Northeast Quarter of said Northwest Quarter; thence easterly along said center line of U.S. Route No. 30, 385.41 feet to a point that is 141.55 feet westerly of the Northwest corner of a tract of land conveyed to Michael C. Dugan by Document 1623608, as measured along said center line, for the point of beginning; thence southerly parallel with the westerly line of said Dugan tract 334.34 feet to the northerly line of the right of way of Burlington Northern, Inc.; thence easterly along said northerly along said westerly line 310.47 feet to the northwest corner of said Dugan tract, being on said center line; thence westerly along said center line 141.55 feet to the point of beginning, (except the northerly 40.0 feet thereof lying within said Route No. 30), in Big Rock Township, Kane County, Illinois.

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(2) That the special use be granted subject to the following stipulations

1. Right-of-way dedication for 50 feet from the existing centerline along U.S. Route 30. (Such right-of-way is to be conveyed at no cost to the Illinois Department of Transportation.)

2. Any changes to the use or configuration of the access drive or proposed construction within the right-of-way will require a permit from the Illinois Department of Transportation.

3. Any berms shall conform to 605 ILCS 5/9-115.1 regarding setback from the right-of-way line. The toe of any berm shall be setback a minimum distance of 10 feet from the right-of-way line.

4. Final engineering showing all of the proposed improvements shall be submitted and reviewed in accordance with the appropriate Kane County Ordinances.

5. Prior to any use change for the 30' x 40' building, a Septic Permit will be required from the Kane County Health Department.

(3) That the zoning maps of Kane County, Illinois, be amended accordingly.

(4) This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval as provided by Law. # # #

No speakers were present. Responding to a question, Director of Development Bus said this petition was for an improvement to an existing self storage facility. Carried unanimously by voice vote. ZONING PETITION #3770 GRANTED.

CONSENT AGENDA

Jones requested that #00-283 be considered separately. Rage requested that #00-285 be considered separately. Barrett requested that #00-292 be considered separately. Kosinski requested that #00-262 & #00-274 be considered separately. Moved by Ardelean; seconded by Steve-McConnaughay, that the Consent Agenda (#00- 263, #00-264, #00-265, #00-266, #00-267, #00-268, #00-269, #00-270, #00-271, #00- 272, #00-273, #00-275, #00-276, #00-277, #00-278, #00-279, #00-280, #00-281, #00- 282, #00-284, #00-286, #00-287, #00-288, #00-289, #00-290, & #00-291) be adopted.

RESOLUTION #00-263 GOVERNMENT CENTER BUILDING 'B' ADDITION (FURNITURE & EQUIPMENT)

WHEREAS, bids for the following separate trades have been received for the new building addition to Building 'B' at the Kane County Government Center: Furniture Installation, and Furniture and Equipment; and

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WHEREAS, the lowest responsible bid for the installation of furniture, and the GSA Contracts are as follows: Furniture Installation: Wal-Tek, Inc Addison, IL...... $14,800,00 Spacesaver System & Moving Existing Kardex: Bradford Systems Corporation, Morton Grove, IL...... $25,098.51 Storage Shelving: Bradford Systems Corporation, Morton Grove, IL ...... $15,259,00

TOTAL - $55,157.51

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board, that Cordogan, Clark and Associates as agents for the County be authorized to enter into contracts with the contractors listed above as per specifications in the total amount of fifty-five thousand one hundred fifty-seven dollars and fifty-one cents ($55,157.51), and that funds be paid from 001-1010-411.70-33. # # #

RESOLUTION #00-264 LOCAL AND LONG DISTANCE USAGE RATES

WHEREAS, the County advertised and distributed a Request for Proposal to interested vendors for local and long distance telephone call usage rates; and WHEREAS, four vendors responded to the RFP and the lowest qualified responses are:

Local Services: Ameritech B and A .0090 per minute B and B .0210 per minute B and C .0210 per minute Long Distance: Qwest Communications Interstate .0640 per minute Intrastate .0650 per minute

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the Chairman is authorized to enter into a two year contract with Ameritech Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, for local usage rates and a two year contract with Qwest Communications, Dublin, Ohio, for long distance usage rates. Funds for said contracts will be paid from Central Services line item 001-3510.414.60-05 for the telephone numbers that are under the County's master account with Ameritech and departments and offices will be billed directly for telephone numbers not under the master account. # # #

RESOLUTION #00-265 ACQUIRING CARTRIDGE TAPE DRIVES

WHEREAS, the 3480 compatible cartridge tape drives used to back-up information on the County's enterprise server are twelve years old and replacement parts are difficult to locate; and WHEREAS, a Request for Proposal was advertised and distributed to qualified

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RESOLUTION #00-266 REVISE T1 CIRCUIT CONTRACT

WHEREAS, a T1 circuit was installed in 1999 between the Sheriff=s Office and the radio tower at 800 Elm, Hampshire, Illinois; and WHEREAS, this circuit was placed under the County=s master agreement with Ameritech in order to receive the twenty-five percent franchise credit; and WHEREAS, the current monthly cost of this circuit ($1,222.90) can be reduced to $597.98 if it is extended to a sixty month term and this amount further reduced by another 25% by the franchise credit; and WHEREAS, the County desires to renegotiate the contract when new technology is available. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the Chairman thereof is authorized to enter into a sixty month contract for the above T1 circuit and that the monthly contract amount will be paid by Central Services (001-3510- 414.60-05). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said contract shall be renegotiated when new technology is available.

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RESOLUTION #00-267 GRANT OF PUBLIC UTILITY AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT COUNTY OF KANE (GRANTOR) CITY OF ST. CHARLES, ET UX (GRANTEES)

WHEREAS, the County of Kane is the owner of a parcel of land at the northeast corner of Peck Road and Illinois Route 38 in St. Charles Township Section 32 (P.I.N. 09- 32-300-001); and WHEREAS, the City of St. Charles owns and maintains Peck Road north of Illinois Route 38; and WHEREAS, the City of St. Charles has annexed property owned by Town and Country Homes north of said parcel of land owned by the County of Kane; and WHEREAS, the City and public utilities operating under franchise agreement granting them easement rights from said City are desirous of installing, owning and maintaining public utilities along the east side of Peck Road north of Illinois Route 38; and WHEREAS, the City of St. Charles has caused Town and Country Homes to

- 239 - KANE COUNTY BOARD MEETING - October 10, 2000 prepare a Plat of Easement, wherein the County of Kane (GRANTOR) would grant a Public Utility and Drainage Easement to the City of St. Charles and to all public utility companies operating under franchise agreement granting them easement rights from said City (GRANTEES) within a strip of land varying in width from approximately 27 feet to 34 feet and running parallel to and concentric with the easterly right-of-way line of Peck Road on the parcel of land owned by the County of Kane; and WHEREAS, the County of Kane is desirous to work with the City of St. Charles, IL in order to affect the orderly growth of said City and the installation, operation and maintenance of underground utilities to service said City=s growth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Kane County Board that for and in consideration of $1.00 and other good and valuable considerations that a public utility and drainage easement is hereby granted to the City of St. Charles, Illinois and other said public utilities across the parcel of land owned by the County of Kane at the northeast corner of Peck Road and Illinois Route 38 (P.I.N. 09-32-300-001) as legally described on the Plat of Easement and under the conditions contained therein prepared by Midwest Technical Consultants, Inc. of Naperville, Illinois (Job No. 121-264) and that the County Board Chairman is hereby authorized to affix his seal to said plat of easement.

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RESOLUTION #00-268 AWARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE SMALL CITIES GRANTS (2000)

WHEREAS, the 2000 Economic Development Committee has established a Small Cities Grant program to provide financial support for Kane County Cities with a population of 50,000 or less for economic development purposes; and WHEREAS, the Economic Development Committee has received and reviewed application for said grants. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the following grants be awarded pursuant to the Kane County Economic Development Small Cities Grant Program: Geneva (Expand and Enhance Geneva=s Economic Development Website) $4,000; Maple Park (Hire a consultant to develop and deliver financing options to prepare final downtown design plans) $9,228; Montgomery (create an interactive, informational economic development element on the Village Website) $4,500; North Aurora (Prepare an Illinois Route 31 Corridor Revitalization Study) $2,800; St. Charles (Hire a consultant to perform needs assessment and create design standards for a Corridor Beautification Improvement Project) $12,000; South Elgin (Hire a TIF consultant to implement a Tax Increment Financing District in the downtown/Route 31 corridor of South Elgin) $12,000; Sugar Grove (Develop a Strategic Economic Development Plan for the Village of Sugar Grove) $7,500.

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RESOLUTION #00-269 APPOINTMENT TO MILL CREEK WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT

WHEREAS, there exists a vacancy on the Board of Trustees of the Mill Creek Water Reclamation District due to the resignation of Christopher Vieau; and WHEREAS, the Chairman of the County Board has by law the responsibility to fill said vacancy by appointment, with the advice and consent of the County Board. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that Michael D. Windle, 39W128 Weaver Lane, Geneva, Illinois, 60134, is hereby appointed to the office of Trustee of the Mill Creek Water Reclamation District, such appointment to be effective immediately and to expire on the first Monday in June in the year 2002, or until his successor shall have been appointed and qualified. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the bond of Michael D. Windle is hereby fixed in the sum of $1,000 with a corporate surety indemnifying the People of the State of Illinois and the County of Kane during his term of office. # # #

RESOLUTION #00-270 ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF SUPPORT AND COOPERATION FOR THE BLACKBERRY CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT PLAN

WHEREAS, the Blackberry Creek Watershed Resource Planning Committee has developed the Blackberry Creek Watershed Management Plan; and WHEREAS, the mission of the Blackberry Creek Watershed Management Plan is to develop and encourage the funding and implementation of a long-range plan among landowners, government agencies, and other appropriate groups which will enhance, manage, and protect human, ecological, and socioeconomic resources within the Blackberry Creek Watershed area; and WHEREAS, the completed plan will promote the safety of human inhabitants, stormwater management, surface and groundwater quality, aesthetic values, wildlife protection, and reduction in flood damages; and WHEREAS, the Blackberry Creek Watershed Management Plan was developed through a unique relationship between citizens, technical professionals and government agencies; and WHEREAS, the Blackberry Creek Watershed Management Plan is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Kane County Stormwater Management Plan, the Integrated Management Plan for the Fox River Watershed in Illinois, and the national Clean Water Action Plan: Restoring and Protecting America=s Waters; and WHEREAS, The Conservation Foundation, a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to protecting land and water resources, will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of the Blackberry Creek Watershed Management Plan. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that it offers an acknowledgment of support and cooperation to The Conservation Foundation, Blackberry Creek Watershed Resource Planning Committee and the Blackberry Creek Watershed Management Plan. # # #

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RESOLUTION #00-271 ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF SUPPORT OF THE INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE FOX RIVER WATERSHED IN ILLINOIS

WHEREAS, the Watershed Planning Committee of the Fox River Ecosystem Partnership has developed the Integrated Management Plan for the Fox River Watershed in Illinois; and WHEREAS, the vision of the Integrated Management Plan for the Fox River Watershed in Illinois is to balance all of the uses and demands on our natural resources while preserving and enhancing a healthy environment; and WHEREAS, the plan promotes sensible growth and development, improves stormwater management, and preserves and enhances ground and surface-water quality and quantity; and WHEREAS, the plan maximizes the aesthetic and year-round recreational potential of the Fox River watershed; promotes development of a comprehensive program to identify, protect and restore natural habitats, and promotes the development of an effective program of education and awareness to reach residents and decision makers in the watershed; and WHEREAS, the Integrated Management Plan for the Fox River Watershed in Illinois was developed through a consensus-based process and involved businesses, non-profit organizations, individuals, agencies, and governments; and WHEREAS, the Integrated Management Plan for the Fox River Watershed in Illinois is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Kane County Comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan, the Blackberry Creek Watershed Management Plan, the Nippersink Creek Watershed Plan, and the Chicago Wilderness Biodiversity Recovery Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, IT BE RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that it offers an acknowledgment of support of the Integrated Management Plan for the Fox River Watershed in Illinois. # # #

RESOLUTION #00-272 APPOINTMENT TO BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE BURLINGTON COMMUNITY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT (Margaret Kuschel)

WHEREAS, a vacancy exists in the office of Trustee of the Board of Trustees of the Burlington Community Fire Protection District due to the resignation of Dan Heinrich; and WHEREAS, the Chairman of the County Board has by law the responsibility to fill this vacancy by appointment with the advice and consent of the County Board. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that Margaret Kuschel, 154 Plank Road, Burlington, Illinois, 60109, is hereby appointed to the office of Trustee of the Board of Trustees of the Burlington Community Fire Protection District, such appointment to be effective immediately and expire on the first Monday in May in the year 2003 or until her successor shall have been appointed and qualified.

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the bond of Margaret Kuschel is hereby fixed in the sum of $3000 with corporate surety indemnifying the People of the State of Illinois. BE IT ALSO FURTHER RESOLVED that the Kane County Clerk forward a certified copy of this resolution to the herein named appointee and a copy to the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Case No. 68 MC 10378. # # #

RESOLUTION #00-273 OPPOSING UNITED STATES SENATE BILL 1028 (Citizens=== Access to Justice Act)

WHEREAS, the so-called Citizens= Access to Justice Act, Senate Bill 1028, has passed the U. S. House of Representatives and is currently pending in the U.S. Senate; and WHEREAS, U.S. Senate Bill 1028 does not, in fact, pertain to access to justice for ordinary citizens but is part of the agenda of the real-estate developer community; and WHEREAS, U.S. Senate Bill 1028 undermines local land planning and contravenes existing remedies currently available in the States= court systems; and WHEREAS, U.S. Senate Bill 1028 would subject local units of government to lawsuits in federal court which is an expensive process for local units of government which are struggling to reduce the expenditure of locally generated tax dollars; and WHEREAS, it has long been the position of the Kane County Board that local governments are in the best position to express and control the community needs of their citizens with regard to planning and land use. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Kane County Board expresses its opposition to Senate Bill 1028. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Kane County Board does authorize the Kane County Clerk to provide copies of this resolution to all appropriate US Senators and Representatives. # # #

RESOLUTION #00-275

AUTHORIZING A RIVERBOAT GRANT FOR THE FOX VALLEY TROLLEY MUSEUM (BLACKHAWK FOREST PRESERVE EXTENSION, PHASE II)

WHEREAS, the agreement between the County of Kane and the Grand Victoria Casino provides for the use of riverboat funds to assist in educational endeavors; and WHEREAS, the Fox River Trolley Museum has completed Phase I of its Blackhawk Forest Preserve Extension; and WHEREAS, Phase II of the Fox River Trolley Museum=s Blackhawk Forest Preserve Extension encompasses the completion of track installation, power distribution, station construction, and landscaping. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the Chairman thereof is hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with the Fox River Trolley Museum for the payment of two hundred seventy thousand dollars ($270,000)

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# # # ORDINANCE #00-276 COURT DOCUMENT STORAGE

WHEREAS, the Circuit Court Clerk is dedicated to enhancing the efficient operations of the courts through implementing an imaging and electronic records system in the traffic and misdemeanor courts; and, WHEREAS, implementing the imaging and electronic records system in the traffic and misdemeanor courts will help control the Circuit Court Clerk=s need for increased head count in that area; and, WHEREAS, the Circuit Court Clerk has been and will continue to seek ways of advancing technologies as set out in the county-wide technology plan; and, WHEREAS, the Document Storage Fund has been accumulating revenues and interest from said fund for these purposes; and, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Kane County Board that the following Budget Adjustments be made to the fiscal year 2000 budget and expenditures in accordance therewith be ratified:

065-6260-615.40-42 Part-time Salaries +1,000 065-6260-615.50-14 Contracts & Consulting <20,000> 065-6260-615.50-84 Film Conversion <32,000> 065-6260-615.60-11 Office Supplies <20,000> 065-6260-615.60-12 DP Supplies <20,000> 065-3260-615.65-80 Net Income Amount <26,303> 065-6260-615.70-06 Computers/Printers/Copiers +1,420,211 065-6260-615.70-07 Computer Software +128,525 065-6260-615-70.09 Office Furniture & Equipment +43,000 065-0000-399.39-99 Cash on Hand +1,474,433

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ORDINANCE #00-277 AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2000 BUDGET ORDINANCE (SHERIFF===S OFFICE)

WHEREAS, significant changes occurred with expenditure projections with the budget of the Sheriff=s Office after the budget preparation process and they have since experienced insufficient funding in various line items; and WHEREAS, in order to accurately reflect the true activity of Fund 7010, a budget revision is necessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Kane County Board that the 2000 Fiscal Year Budget be amended as follows:

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001-7010-711.70-10 Special Purpose Equipment (15,000) 001-7010-711.60-05 Telephone 15,000 001-7010-711.70-06 Computers/Printers/Copiers (10,000) 001-7010-711.60-05 Telephone 10,000 001-7010-711.70-15 Automotive Equipment (20,000) 001-7010-711.60-45 Fuel 20,000 001-7010-711.40-01 Full-Time Salaries (32,000) 001-7010-711.50-14 Contracts & Consulting 32,000

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ORDINANCE #00-278 AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2000 BUDGET ORDINANCE (ADULT CORRECTIONS)

WHEREAS, significant changes occurred with expenditure projections with the budget of Adult Corrections after the budget preparation process and they have since experienced insufficient funding in various line items; and WHEREAS, in order to accurately reflect the true activity of Fund 7020, a budget revision is necessary. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Kane County Board that the 2000 Fiscal Year Budget be amended as follows:

001-7020-611.70-10 Special Purpose Equipment (3,950) 001-7020-611.60-05 Telephone 3,950 001-7020-611.70-11 Communications Equipment (10,000) 001-7020-611.60-04 Disposal & Water Softner 10,000 001-7020-611.70-18 Machinery & Equipment (8,590) 001-7020-611.60-01 Utilities-Electric 8,590 001-7020-611.70-15 Automotive Equipment (20,000) 001-7020-611.60-02 Utilities-Gas & Electric 20,000 001-7020-611.70-06 Computers/Printers/Copiers (436) 001-7020-611.70-09 Office Furniture (157) 001-7020-611.60-48 Repair & Maintenance-Machinery 593

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RESOLUTION #00-279 AUTHORIZING JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER SUPERINTENDENT TO MAINTAIN EXISTING CHECKING ACCOUNT FOR FUND 001-6034

WHEREAS, this account is used only for collection and disbursement of the Juvenile Justice Center's Challenge Program residents= vending machines, educational field trips and the annual Challenge Open House; and, WHEREAS, this account is managed by the Juvenile Justice Center=s Superintendent for the disbursement of payment for the purchase of soda, candy and chips for the vending machines on a weekly basis. It is also used to provide the residents with educational field trips.

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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the Juvenile Justice Center is hereby authorized to maintain the existing State Bank of Geneva Checking Account (#191 353) for fund 001-6034. This account will be included in the annual audit process and will be managed in accordance with Resolution 00-63. The balance in this account shall not exceed $1,000.00.

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RESOLUTION #00-280 AUTHORIZING KANE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO MAINTAIN EXISTING CHECKING ACCOUNT FOR FUND 041-7810, ACCOUNT #191434

WHEREAS, this account is a petty cash account held at the State Bank of Geneva, used for operational and personal expense reimbursements; and WHEREAS, this account is managed by the Program Support Director for the reimbursement of personal expenses under $25.00 and operating supplies for Administrative, Environmental Health, and Personal Health programs. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the Health Department is hereby authorized to maintain the existing checking account for fund 041-7810. This account will be included in the annual audit process and will be managed in accordance with Resolution 00-63. The balance in this account shall not exceed $1,000.00.

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RESOLUTION #00-281 AUTHORIZING THE KANE COUNTY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO OPEN A CHECKING (PETTY CASH) ACCOUNT FOR FUND NUMBER 001-4010-416

WHEREAS, the Kane County Development Department needs this account to reimburse employee's mileage and other miscellaneous small expenses; and WHEREAS, this account is reimbursed through the Department's regular budget on a monthly basis and is audited by the Auditor's office. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the Kane County Development Department is hereby authorized to have the Treasurer open a Checking (Petty Cash) Account for fund number 001-4010-416. If this account already exists then authorization for maintenance of said account is given. This account will be included in the annual audit process and will be managed in accordance with resolution 00-63. The balance in this account shall not exceed $1,000.00.

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RESOLUTION #00-282 ENTERING INTO CONTRACTS FOR COURT INTERPRETERS

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WHEREAS, the court is required by Constitutional Law by statute to provide interpreters for persons unable to communicate in the English language; and WHEREAS, Kane County issued a request for proposals numbered RFP-J&C 01- 99/00 requesting proposals from various interpreting firms for providing services to the courts; and WHEREAS, the courts have reviewed those proposals and have now decided to enter into contractual agreements with two firms for providing interpreters for the courts. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that it authorizes the courts to enter into agreements with Hispanic Lingual Services and Interlate Systems, Inc. for the time period of October 1, 2000, to September 30, 2001, for the express purpose of providing Spanish interpreters for the courts. The expenses for the contract shall be paid from Department 6220 (Judiciary), line item 50-07 (Contracts and Consulting). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that total costs for this agreement in the courts and times specified should not exceed $107,848.00 (one hundred seven thousand eight hundred forty-eight dollars) excluding the costs for special settings and trials. Payments shall be made on a monthly basis according to routine Kane County payment policies.

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RESOLUTION #00-284 DEVELOPMENT OF A SECURE SHOCAP WEB SITE

WHEREAS, the Agreement between Kane County and the Grand Victoria Casino provides for the use of riverboat funds to assist in educational endeavors; and WHEREAS, to more effectively provide information to its users SHOCAP requires increased availability of its information to participating police departments, schools, and agencies; and WHEREAS, the security of SHOCAP information is of paramount importance to the fulfillment of SHOCAP=s goals; and WHEREAS, developing a secure web site and utilizing the County=s encrypted virtual private network will provide the security needed to preserve the integrity and security of SHOCAP data; and WHEREAS, implementation of the secure web site requires a server and software development and a proposal has been received for the secure web site development working in conjunction with the Information Technologies Department; and WHEREAS, the software development will occur in two phases. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the Chairman thereof is authorized to enter into a contract with Hilltek Consulting, Batavia, Illinois for twenty-four thousand five hundred dollars ($24,500) for the Phase 1 development of the secure web site, said amount to be paid from riverboat funds. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that additional funding of six thousand six hundred and ninety dollars ($6,690) be allocated to acquire the server, operating system and database for the web site and four thousand three hundred dollars ($4,300) be provided for the Phase 2 development for session management of the secure site, for a grand total of thirty-five thousand four hundred ninety dollars ($35,490) to be paid from the Riverboat Fund.

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RESOLUTION #00-286

LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE CHICAGO CENTRAL AND PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY RANDALL ROAD

WHEREAS, the County of Kane desires to construct and maintain fiber optic cable on County Highway #34, commonly known as Randall Road, which includes the Chicago Central and Pacific Railroad Crossing in Coleman, IL; and WHEREAS, it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County of Kane and of the motoring public to improve said highway; and WHEREAS, in order to effectuate said improvement it is necessary that the County enter into an agreement with the Chicago Central and Pacific Railroad Company, 17641 South Ashland Avenue, Homewood, IL 60430-1345 to construct and maintain fiber optic cable across, long and underneath the property of the Railroad. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the Chairman of the Kane County Board be and is hereby authorized to execute a license agreement (a copy of which is on file with the County Clerk) with the Chicago Central and Pacific Railroad Company, Homewood, Illinois for said improvement.

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RESOLUTION #00-287

AGREEMENT FOR ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES LAFOX ROAD - MILL CREEK STREAMBANK STABILIZATION

WHEREAS, it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County of Kane and of the motoring public to perform bank stabilization on LaFox Road; and WHEREAS, in order to effectuate said project it is necessary that the County retain the professional services of Christopher B. Burke Engineering West, Ltd. of St. Charles, Illinois, to provide engineering design services; and WHEREAS, the cost for said services shall not exceed Thirty Seven Thousand Six Hundred Dollars ($37,600.00). NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the Chairman thereof is hereby authorized to execute an agreement with Christopher B. Burke Engineering West, Ltd. of St. Charles for Engineering Design Services. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Kane County Board appropriate the sum of Thirty Seven Thousand Six Hundred Dollars ($37,600.00) to pay for said services and that said funds be paid from Local Option Tax Fund No. 035, Line Item No. 50-13.

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ORDINANCE #00-288 APPROVING ALTERATION OF STATUTORY SPEED LIMITS (Plato Township)

WHEREAS, the Transportation Committee has caused an engineering and traffic investigation to be made on the below-named streets or highways not under the jurisdiction of the Illinois Department of Transportation; and WHEREAS, the Committee has reviewed the results of said investigation and has recommended the alteration of maximum speed limits as set out in the Illinois Vehicle Code, 625ILCS 5/11-604, so as to be both reasonable, safe and proper. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Kane County Board, that pursuant to Illinois Vehicle Code, 625ILCS 5/11-604, the maximum speed limits on the section of the below named streets or highways shall be as indicated in the following schedule; and, BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED, that this ordinance shall be effective upon the approval of the Kane County Board as provided by Statute and the posting of signs giving notice of the altered maximum speed limits.

Plato Township

Exact Limits of Zone Street From To MPH

Nesler Road 800= south of Water Road 1700= north of Water Road 45 # # #

RESOLUTION #00-289 TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR PLANNING

WHEREAS, the County of Kane, in the normal course of business of the Kane County Division of Transportation, intends to continue efforts to analyze corridor capacity and create plans for major transportation corridors in Kane County; and WHEREAS, it is deemed to be in the best interest of the County of Kane and of the motoring public to develop the Transportation Corridor Plan in an expeditious and timely manner; and WHEREAS, in order to develop said corridor plan, it is necessary that the County retain the professional services of CH2M Hill, of Chicago, Illinois; and WHEREAS, the cost for said services shall not exceed Five Hundred Forty Thousand Dollars ($540,000.00). NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the Chairman thereof is hereby authorized to execute an agreement (copy of which is on file with the Kane County Clerk) with CH2M Hill of Chicago, Illinois, for Transportation Corridor Planning not to exceed Five Hundred Forty Thousand Dollars ($540,000.00). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Kane County Board appropriate the sum of Five Hundred Forty Thousand Dollars ($540,000.00) to pay for said Transportation Corridor Planning and that said funds be paid from the Local Option Tax Fund 035, line item 50-13.

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RESOLUTION #00-290 APPROVING INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF KANE AND THE VILLAGE OF MONTGOMERY (ORCHARD ROAD AND AUCUTT ROAD)

WHEREAS, the Illinois Constitution of 1970, Article VII, Section 10 and 5 ILCS 220/1 et seq. authorizes the County of Kane and the Village of Montgomery to cooperate in the performance of their respective duties and responsibilities by contract and other agreements; and WHEREAS, the County and the Village of Montgomery desire to undertake channelization improvements to improve Kane County Highway No. 83, also known as Orchard Road (hereinafter "Orchard"), at the intersection of Aucutt Road; and WHEREAS, the County and the Village of Montgomery desire to cooperate among themselves to accomplish the improvement at the Orchard Road and Aucutt Road intersection; and WHEREAS, the improvement is deemed by the County and the Village of Montgomery to be of immediate benefit to the residents of the County of Kane in that it shall facilitate the safe and efficient movement of traffic and shall provide for the safety of the motoring public. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the Chairman thereof is hereby authorized to execute an intergovernmental agreement associated with the channelization improvements at the Orchard Road and Aucutt Road intersection. # # #

RESOLUTION #00-291 SUPPLEMENTAL MOTOR FUEL TAX FUND APPROPRIATION 2000 COUNTY RESURFACING

WHEREAS, this improvement is designated as Section 00-00248-00-RS and the Kane County Board, pursuant to Resolution No. 00-202, previously appropriated the sum of Five Hundred Forty Nine Thousand Four Hundred Twenty Four and 01/100 Dollars ($549,424.01) from Motor Fuel Tax Fund #033, Line Item # 50-64; and WHEREAS, the County and the Village of Montgomery desire to implement a temporary improvement plan, including left turn lanes, at Orchard Road and Aucutt Road; and WHEREAS, additional funds will be required to implement the temporary improvement plan at the Orchard Road and Aucutt Road intersection. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that there is hereby appropriated the additional sum of Forty Five Thousand Dollars ($45,000.00) from Motor Fuel Tax Fund #033, Line Item #50-64. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Engineer shall, as soon as practicable after December 31, 1999, submit to the Illinois Department of Transportation, Schaumburg, Illinois, on forms furnished by the said department, a certified statement showing expenditures from and balances remaining in funds authorized for expenditure by said department under this appropriation. # # #

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No questions or discussion. Roll call on Consent Agenda (#00-263, #00-264, #00-265, #00-266, #00-267, #00-268, #00-269, #00-270, #00-271, #00-272, #00-273, #00-275, #00-276, #00-277, #00-278, #00-279, #00-280, #00-281, #00-282, #00-284, #00-286, #00-287, #00-288, #00-289, #00-290, & #00-291) as follows: AYES: Ardelean, Barrett, Cameron, Carlson, Cook, Greviskes, Hartwell, Hoscheit, Hurlbut, Jones, McConnaughay, Mitchell, Morse, Neuberger, Rage, Richards, Sanchez, Steve- McConnaughay, Tredup, VanOvermeiren, Weigand, Wojnicki, Wolfe, & Wyatt. NAYS: Kosinski. CONSENT AGENDA ADOPTED.

RESOLUTION #00-262 Moved by Richards, seconded by Cameron, that #00-262 be adopted.

ONE (1) USED 2000 CHEVROLET ASTRO VAN FOR THE TOBACCO GRANT PROGRAM

WHEREAS, quotations have been received for the purchase of one (1) used 2000 Chevrolet Astro Van for the Tobacco Grant Program; and WHEREAS, the lowest responsible response was from Hoskins Chevrolet, Inc., Elk Grove Village, Illinois, at $17,885.00. NOW, THEREFORE, IT BE RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the Chairman thereof is authorized to enter into a contract for the purchase of one (1) used 2000 Chevrolet Astro Van for the Tobacco Grant Program to be purchased from Hoskins Chevrolet, Inc., Elk Grove Village, Illinois, at a cost of seventeen thousand eight hundred eighty-five dollars ($17,885.00). Funds will be expended from the Tobacco Grant Fund 041-7825-715.70-15 # # #

Discussion followed on the car purchase. Roll call on #00-262 as follows: AYES: Ardelean, Barrett, Cameron, Carlson, Cook, Greviskes, Hartwell, Hoscheit, Hurlbut, Jones, Kosinski, McConnaughay, Mitchell, Morse, Neuberger, Rage, Richards, Sanchez, Steve-McConnaughay, Tredup, VanOvermeiren, Weigand, Wojnicki, Wolfe, & Wyatt. NAYS: None. RESOLUTION #00- 262 ADOPTED.

RESOLUTION #00-274 Moved by Jones; seconded by Greviskes, that #00-274 be adopted. (Weigand left at 10:40 a.m.) GRANT FOR MARIE WILKINSON CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

WHEREAS, the Agreement between Kane County and the Grand Victoria Casino provides for the use of Riverboat funds to assist in educational endeavors; and WHEREAS, Kane County is committed to supporting and encouraging programs that address at risk youth; and WHEREAS, the Marie Wilkinson Child Development Center is a non-profit daycare facility that promotes cognitive learning,

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Responding to a question as to why more money was needed, the Health Committee Chair said that it was because the architect/engineering firm had underestimated the project's cost, adding that infrastructure had to be brought up to code. Roll call on #00-274 as follows: AYES: Ardelean, Barrett, Cameron, Carlson, Cook, Greviskes, Hartwell, Hoscheit, Hurlbut, Jones, Kosinski, McConnaughay, Mitchell, Morse, Neuberger, Rage, Richards, Sanchez, Steve-McConnaughay, Tredup, VanOvermeiren, Wojnicki, Wolfe, & Wyatt. NAYS: None. RESOLUTION #00-274 ADOPTED.

RESOLUTION #00-283 Moved by Jones; seconded by Wojnicki, that #00-283 be adopted.

ENCOURAGING THE CITIZENS OF KANE COUNTY TO CONTRIBUTE TAX REBATES TO THE KANE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

WHEREAS, a settlement with major tobacco companies has made millions of dollars available to the states for use in combating the smoking of tobacco products; and WHEREAS, medical research as shown that younger people are more susceptible to the addictive characteristics of tobacco; and WHEREAS, the state of Illinois has deemed a property tax rebate to be a proper use of tobacco settlement money; and WHEREAS, the Kane County Health Department can better achieve the goal of a tobacco-free Kane County if it has additional funding available to it. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the citizens of Kane County are encouraged to donate to the Kane County Health Department, or any recognized charitable group such as the American Cancer Society, income tax rebates received by the State of Illinois and funded with tobacco settlement money.

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Moved by Jones; seconded by Wyatt, that the resolution be amended. Carried unanimously by voice vote. A member said that any member voting AYE should donate the settlement money as well. Roll call on #00-283 (as amended) as follows: AYES: Ardelean, Barrett, Cameron, Carlson, Cook, Greviskes, Hartwell, Hoscheit, Hurlbut, Jones, McConnaughay, Morse, Neuberger, Rage, Richards, Sanchez, Steve- McConnaughay, Tredup, VanOvermeiren, Wojnicki,& Wyatt. NAYS: Kosinski, Mitchell & Wolfe. AYES: 21. NAYS: 3. RESOLUTION #00-283 ADOPTED.

RESOLUTION #00-285 Moved by Cameron; seconded by Mitchell, that #00-285 be adopted.

DEPOSITORIES FOR FUNDS OF THE REGIONAL OFFICE OF EDUCATION

WHEREAS, Clem Mejia, Regional Superintendent of the County of Kane, State of Illinois, pursuant to 105 ILCS 5/4-11, has requested that the Kane County Board designate depositories in which the funds or monies in his custody as Regional Superintendent of this County may be deposited. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the following are hereby designated depositories for County funds and monies which are in custody of Clem Mejia, Regional Superintendent of the County of Kane:

Kane County: Bank One, Banco Popular, First American Bank, First Midwest Bank, Firstar Bank, Harris Bank, Hinckley State Bank, Old Kent Bank, Old Second Community Bank, Old Second Bank, State Bank of Geneva, St. Paul Federal Bank for Savings, Valley Community Bank, West Suburban Bank of Aurora, Elgin State Bank # # #

Moved by Cameron; seconded by Wolfe, that the resolution be amended. Carried unanimously by voice vote. Roll call on #00-285 (as amended) as follows: AYES: Ardelean, Barrett, Cameron, Carlson, Cook, Greviskes, Hartwell, Hurlbut, Jones, Kosinski, McConnaughay, Mitchell, Morse, Neuberger, Richards, Sanchez, VanOvermeiren, Wojnicki, Wolfe, & Wyatt. NAYS: None. ABSTAIN: Hoscheit, Rage, Steve-McConnaughay, & Tredup. AYES: 20. NAYS: 0. ABSTAIN: 4. RESOLUTION #00-285 ADOPTED.

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RESOLUTION #00-292 Moved by Rage; seconded by Mitchell, that #00-292 be adopted.

ACQUISITION OF HIGHWAY RIGHT-OF-WAY BOLZ ROAD

WHEREAS, the County of Kane has proposed a crossing of the Fox River in the vicinity of Bolz Road near Algonquin, Illinois; and WHEREAS, in order to accomplish the improvement as contemplated, it is necessary that the County of Kane obtain right-of-way; and WHEREAS, the proposed improvement of Bolz Road apparently has occasioned upon a property owner, whose property is directly in the proposed alignment, hardship relative to his ability to sell his property; and WHEREAS, Daniel Kennedy, the owner of the real property that is legally described in Exhibit "A" (on file with the County Clerk), has offered to sell said property to the County of Kane for the sum of one hundred thirty thousand dollars ($130,000.00). NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that the County of Kane shall accept his offer to sell the property described in Exhibit "A" (on file with the County Clerk) to the County of Kane for the total sum of one hundred thirty thousand dollars ($130,000.00) to be paid from County Bridge Tax Fund #032, Line Item #70-30; and, if necessary, the Chairman is hereby authorized and directed to execute any documents required to conclude the purchase thereof.

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Some concerns that were discussed: protection of the environment, open space and stormwater management. Roll call on #00-292 as follows: AYES: Ardelean, Cameron, Carlson, Cook, Greviskes, Hartwell, Hoscheit, Hurlbut, Jones, McConnaughay, Mitchell, Morse, Neuberger, Rage, Richards, Sanchez, Steve- McConnaughay, Tredup, VanOvermeiren, Wojnicki, Wolfe, & Wyatt. NAYS: Barrett & Kosinski. AYES: 22. NAYS: 2. RESOLUTION #00-292 ADOPTED.

RESOLUTION #00-293 Moved by VanOvermeiren; seconded by Wyatt, that #00-293 be adopted.

ESTABLISHING THE KANE COUNTY AD HOC CLEAN AIR COMMITTEE

WHEREAS, the unregulated open burning of landscape waste and/or other materials is injurious to the health of the people of Kane County; and WHEREAS, open burning pollutes the air; and WHEREAS, the Open Burning Task Force has recommended the burning of landscape waste be banned in certain townships; and WHEREAS, the Kane County Department of Transportation has performed an evaluation of the probable cost of implementation of a leaf pick-up program; and WHEREAS, a Public Hearing was held on September 6, 2000 concerning the burning ban and associated waste disposal strategies; and

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WHEREAS, the Kane County Board desires to establish a comprehensive policy to improve air quality with minimum negative impact on its citizens. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Kane County Board that it hereby establishes the Ad Hoc Clean Air Committee which shall consist of the following members: Jan Carlson - Elburn Jim Mitchell - North Aurora Karen Steve-McConnaughay - St. Charles Don Wolfe - Elgin Bill Wyatt - Aurora

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Jim Mitchell shall serve as Chairman of the Committee and shall report all findings and recommendations to the Executive Committee of the Kane County Board. # # #

Discussion followed over needing representation from the far north end of the County, where disposal of leaves was an issue because of the many trees. The Ad Hoc Clean Air Committee chairman said that all were welcome to attend the meetings. McCoy added that he felt the five appointed members were sufficient representation for the County as a whole. Roll call on #00-292 as follows: AYES: Ardelean, Cameron, Carlson, Cook, Greviskes, Hartwell, Hoscheit, Hurlbut, Jones, Kosinski, McConnaughay, Mitchell, Morse, Neuberger, Richards, Sanchez, Steve-McConnaughay, Tredup, VanOvermeiren, Wojnicki, Wolfe, & Wyatt. NAYS: Barrett & Rage. AYES: 22. NAYS: 2. RESOLUTION #00-293 ADOPTED.

APPOINTMENTS Chairman McCoy appointed the following:

E-9-1-1 Telephone Management Board: (Term for one year, expiring 6/2001)

COUNTY Ken Ramsey, Sheriff Alt. - Leonard Notz, Dir. Comm. Sheriff's Dept. GENEVA Jerry Bleck, Dir., Tri-Com BATAVIA Dennis Anderson, Chief, B.P.D. Alt. - William Darin, Chief, B.F.D. ST. CHARLES Larry Swanson, Chief, S.C.F.D. Alt. - Don Shaw, Chief, S.C.P.D. NORTH AURORA Thomas Fetzer, Chief, N.A.P.D. AURORA Larry Langston, Chief, A.P.D. Alt. - Jeannie Kvidera, Tele. Supr., (repl. Billie Porte) MONTGOMERY Dennis Schmidt, Chief, M.P.D. Alt. - Gene Keck, Dir. Comm. M.P.D. SUGAR GROVE James R. Quist, Chief, S.G.P.D.

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BOARD OF HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Lulu Blacksmith, replacing Russell Diefenbach (Term expires February, 2002) Stephanie Weber, (Term expires October, 2003)

Moved by Ardelean; seconded by Neuberger, that these appointments be approved. Carried unanimously by voice vote.

SPEAKERS Steve Hindi of Elburn spoke on the inhumane treatment of rodeo animals, requesting a county committee look into it. McCoy said that it was a reasonable request which would be on the next Public Safety committee meeting agenda.

County employee Mazher Ahmed spoke on the low salaries of Kane County employees, resulting in turnovers and many openings not being able to be filled.

There being no further business, moved by Greviskes; seconded by Richards, that the meeting stand adjourned until the next regularly scheduled meeting. Carried unanimously by voice vote. Chairman McCoy adjourned the meeting at 11:13 a.m.

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