Natasha Belli

The committee held a meeting to discuss recent storm events and the effectiveness of stormwater management infrastructure. Key discussion topics included the performance of facilities during heavy rainfall, staff responsiveness, and dewatering operations. The committee reviewed a joint funding agreement with the USGS for stream and rain gauge maintenance and forecasting. Additional business included the approval of an updated Watershed Basin Plan, authorization of an intergovernmental agreement with the Village of Downers Grove for a water quality structures project, and approval of a contract for professional engineering and land surveying services. The committee also discussed budget initiatives, specifically a proposed grant program for municipalities, and a contract for safety program management services.

The committee discussed the assignment and assumption of a Community Development Block Grant agreement to facilitate a merger between Almost Home Kids and Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, ensuring the continued use of facilities for medically fragile children. Furthermore, the committee approved a modification to a grant agreement for the City of West Chicago regarding the Eberhart Avenue area water main and streets rehabilitation project, necessitated by increased project costs and a need to reduce the scope of work to remain viable.

The meeting included the acceptance and appropriation of several Illinois Department of Human Services grants for capacity expansion, supportive housing, and rapid rehousing. The committee approved an amendment to a purchase order for an appointment scheduling system and joint agreements between DuPage County and the municipalities of Downers Grove and Wheaton regarding Community Development Block Grant qualifications. Furthermore, the committee authorized a contract for medical equipment for the DuPage Care Center, approved contract extensions for architectural services and vendor agreements, and received an update on the facility's secret garden project and current health status.

The committee discussed key achievements from the spring legislative session, focusing on the capital project reappropriation and the passage of legislation authorizing the establishment of a missing middle housing program. Discussions also touched on changes to transit board structures and governance, the status of affordable housing legislation, and expectations for the upcoming veto and lame duck sessions. Additionally, the committee addressed questions regarding first-time home buyer assistance programs and the eligibility threshold for support services.

The meeting included a recognition of the Information Technology Department for receiving a 2026 NACo Digital Counties Survey Award. The committee approved several procurement requisitions, including a contract with CDW Government, Inc. for data storage equipment, a contract with KARA Company, Inc. for managing County GPS CORS sites, and a contract with Monday.com LTD for enterprise work management seats. Additionally, an informational item regarding a contract for audiovisual evidence management software for the Public Defender's Office was accepted and placed on file.