Dylan J. OppoldActing County Engineer
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Jo Daviess County
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Jo Daviess County.
- Buyer type:
- County
- Location:
- Galena, IL
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Jo Daviess County.
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
162141
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
112
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
21,594
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
42 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Jo Daviess County
The committee reviewed strategic goals and the status of the Capital Improvement Plan. They received updates on FY2027 budget preparation, including revenue estimates and operational target restorations. Several actions were taken, including recommending the dissolution of the Election Equipment Upgrade Fund, renewal of various employee benefit contracts (dental, accident, critical illness, and hospitalization), and approval of health insurance plan renewals with premium increases. Additionally, the committee established employer HSA contribution amounts, updated the Premium Allocation Policy, and reaffirmed the Alternative Insurance Assistance and Voluntary Employee Furlough Program policies. A Resolution to establish a Surplus Equity Fund with a budget appropriation was also passed following discussion and amendment. Finally, the committee reviewed departmental reports on assessments, grants, and general financial status.
The committee reviewed FY2025/FY2027 strategic goals and held an extensive discussion on FY2027 program priorities, specifically childcare development, loan program structures, and the sustainability of Fund 018 revenues. Key actions included the approval of a Forgivable Loan Program for Childcare, while proposals for a Small Business Development Grant Program and a Target Loan Program were rejected. Additionally, the committee received monthly reports on building and zoning permits, regional economic development activities, and financial updates regarding the Economic Development Fund.
The committee reviewed strategic goals and the Capital Improvement Plan, specifically focusing on updated GIS/IT project numbers and bridge/road project estimates, alongside discussions on federal funding and long-term costs. The meeting included reviews of the Grants Administrative Oversight Policy, updates to the Fixed Asset Management Policy, and a request for the purchase of a replacement sheriff's squad vehicle using the Contingency Fund. Reports from the Assessments and Grants departments were received, and the committee discussed issues regarding the Treasurer's delayed tax distribution, emphasizing the need for improved communication and contingency planning for future cycles.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Jo Daviess County meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Jo Daviess County.
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