Michaela M. Bradley

The committee discussed and approved an ordinance amending the county food code, a resolution in support of the Illinois America250 Commemoration, a resolution awarding the purchase of court docket software for the Family Court Center, and a resolution awarding a PC replacement project. Future agenda items were identified, including a follow-up on communication procedures with veterinarians regarding animal services.

The committee discussed and approved several resolutions, including an intergovernmental cooperation agreement for police services between the Winnebago County Sheriff's Office and the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County. Additionally, they reviewed and approved agreements with Winnebago County CASA, the Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm System, and Remedies Renewing Lives, as well as a veterinarian services agreement with Shelter Vet-On-The-Go, PLLC. The committee also authorized the purchase order for a new law enforcement training simulator for the Sheriff's Office.

The committee meeting focused on discussion of the fiscal year 2027 budget calendar and the fiscal year 2027 levy. Additionally, the committee considered resolutions for authorizing IMRF benefit protection leave and adopting the fiscal year 2027 budget policy. The meeting also included a closed session to discuss labor negotiations and a review of debt payment schedules.

The committee discussed and approved several ordinances concerning budget amendments for Motorola Starcom radio replacements, grant extensions, an ILEAS grant award, Family Courts Center owner direct expenses, and the court-case management system. Additionally, the committee engaged in a discussion regarding the camera project and reviewed the First Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Report.

The board meeting agenda includes presentations regarding the Children's Center, the review of appointments to various local boards and authorities, and reports from standing committees including Finance, Zoning, Economic Development, Operations and Administrative, Public Works, and Public Safety and Judiciary. Specific agenda items cover the approval of resolutions for budget policies, zoning requests, redevelopment agreements, infrastructure funding, and the purchase of various equipment for county operations. Additionally, the board will address unfinished business regarding amendments to the local food code and new business concerning the organizational structure of the County Board.