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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Grundy County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Animal control operations and adoptions
The shelter has 34 animals and adoption numbers have jumped to about 130 this year from 50-60 last year, helped by housing cats at Four Paws. Wardens are helping another county with a 60-plus-dog hoarding rescue.
Cornfest Hand-Washing Compliance
The environmental health division warned the Cornfest committee that required hand-washing stations were missing again this year and will send a certified letter requiring them next time.
WIC Fiscal Review Finding
A state fiscal review of the WIC grant found one issue: missing annual employee evaluations. The department is working with HR to adopt an evaluation policy.
Veterans Assistance Commission services
The VAC helped local veterans file 57 claims so far this fiscal year and granted about $18,800 in financial assistance, plus runs hundreds of rides to Hines and Joliet VA facilities.
Regional education office staffing
The regional education office welcomed a new full-time attendance caseworker and added a one-day-a-week professional learning specialist to support local schools; a previously tabled position needs resolution by October.
Special event liquor license for Sportsmen for Charity
The committee approved a $200 special event liquor license for the charity's September 13 event at Cardinal Transport in Coal City.
GEDC Marketing Proposal for Economic Development
The Grundy Economic Development Council pitched taking over the county's economic development marketing in-house rather than hiring outside marketers. A meeting to consider their proposal is set for June 16.
4th Annual Senior Expo results
The 4th Annual Senior Expo drew about 95 attendees with strong volunteer and vendor support, and officials used the turnout to build the case for a senior center.