Public Meetings - Cook County, Illinois

The meeting was called to order with a quorum present. After a land acknowledgement, public testimony was heard on multiple issues, followed by consideration of numerous agenda items, including approvals of contracts, grants, and appointments, as well as a resolution prohibiting disclosure of personal information. Key debates centered on law enforcement spending and a procedural dispute over a fund transfer. Consent Calendar - Approved numerous routine items across bureaus, including reappointments, contract renewals, grants, and transfers of funds. Specific items approved include: reappointment of Heather Fournarelli to the Plum Grove Woodland Sanitary District (item 26-2388); adoption of the 2027 meeting calendar (26-2489); acceptance of additional Google Career Certificates donation (26-2623); and many others. Commissioners recorded as present or co-sponsors on certain items. Public Comments & Testimony - Anushka Gupta (Asian Americans Advancing Justice Chicago) urged a freeze on law enforcement spending to protect social services amid a $550 million budget shortfall, citing a 40% reduction in Cook County jail population and crime decreases. - Rachel Lyons (Chicago Appleseed Center for Fair Courts) supported freezing law enforcement spending and investing in health and human services, noting progress in reducing pretrial incarceration. - Rev. Christoph Ringer (A Just Harvest) called for protecting community violence intervention funding and requiring jail oversight before increasing law enforcement budgets. - Colleen Murphy (My Body Tells the Truth) requested support for implementing the Child Abuse Notice Act (HB 4350). - Ellen Zoe (Asian Americans Advancing Justice Chicago) voiced full support for resolution 26-24-26 prohibiting disclosure of personal information, citing ICE data broker access harming immigrant communities. - Esmeralda Montesinos (Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights) urged passage of the data privacy amendment, noting federal inaction. - Antonio Gutierrez (Organized Communities Against Deportations) shared personal experience supporting 4,000 families and called for passage of resolution 26-24-26 to protect personal information. - Additional speakers expressed opposition to immigrant protections and characterized other speakers as liberals harming Black communities. Discussion Items - Data Privacy Resolution (26-24-26): The board approved as substituted and amended a proposed ordinance amendment prohibiting disclosure of personal information. Multiple commissioners thanked advocates and colleagues for collaboration. - Procedural Dispute on Fund Transfer (26-2665): A proposed transfer of funds in a commissioner's budget was initially moved for approval. Corporate counsel advised it could not be voted on due to insufficient 48-hour notice under the Open Meetings Act. After debate, the chair ruled to refer the item to the Finance Committee, with a possibility of a special board meeting the following week for consideration. Key Outcomes - Approved: Resolution 26-24-26 (data privacy) passed unanimously on a voice vote. - Approved: Numerous consent calendar items, contracts, grants, appointments, and reports as listed in the motions. - Referred to Committee: Item 26-2665 (fund transfer) was referred to the Finance Committee after a procedural objection. - Commissioner Notes: Several commissioners recorded as present or co-sponsors on specific items. - Next Steps: The meeting adjourned for a 20-minute break before the consent calendar scheduled for 11:00 a.m.

The meeting was called to order at 2:30 PM with a quorum present. Commissioners Britton, Marita, and Shawn Morrison were excused; Commissioner Laurie was initially absent but later added to the roll. No public speakers appeared; a scheduled speaker, George Blake Moore, was not present. Consent Calendar - 26-2607: Approved the committee meeting minutes from September 22, 2026. - 26-2253: Approved a resolution authorizing Cook County's continued participation in the Greater Chicagoland Economic Partnership. Withdrawn Item - 26-2584: Withdrawn at the request of the sponsor; will be referred to the November board meeting. Property Tax Incentive Requests A bundled motion (moved by Commissioner Naya, seconded by Commissioner Miller) approved the following items: - 26-2055: Class A incentive – Johnny Rose Barbecue LLC, Calumet Park - 26-2056: Class A incentive – Calumet City Partners LLC, Calumet City - 26-2057: Class A incentive – Haydad 5 Holdings, Lansing - 26-2058: Class A incentive – ACE Group LLC, Homewood - 26-2059: Class A incentive – 2026 Burnham LLC / Alpha Pro LC, Burnham - 26-2072: Class A incentive – Vieira Investment Properties, Homewood (also noted as Madison – possible location discrepancy) - 26-2218: Class 8 incentive – Holman Owner LLC, South Chicago Heights (corrected from Class A) - 26-2219: Class A incentive – Tag Repair Center, Country Club Hills - 26-220: Amendment to correct the PIN for previously approved 6B incentive (26-1647) – 1355 Greenleaf RT LLC, Elk Grove - 26-2330: Substitute resolution for a 6B incentive, Elk Grove (as amended by errata) - 26-2425: Withdrawn before the motion. Resolution - 26-1891: Resolution to establish a designated arts agency within the Cook County Bureau of Economic Development – approved as substituted. Commissioners Miller, Naya, and other members present were added as co-sponsors. Key Outcomes - All actions were approved by unanimous voice vote. - The bundled motion (including all property tax incentives and the arts agency resolution) passed with no opposition. - The meeting adjourned shortly after the vote.

The Cook County Board of Commissioners held its regular meeting on October 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM Central, presided over by President Toni Preckwinkle. After roll call, a quorum was established with Commissioners present: Aguilar, Anaya, Daly, Dugnan, Gainer, Lowry, McCaskill, Miller, Moore, Marita, Kevin Morrison, Sean Morrison, Trevor; absent/excused: Britton, Gaynor, Scott, Stamps, Vasquez. The meeting began with a land acknowledgment and public comment. The Board approved the consent calendar and introduced, discussed, or recognized multiple resolutions and proclamations. Public Comments & Testimony - George Blake Moore: Opposed the consent calendar as lacking substance and criticized resource allocation, expressing support for Trump administration federal intervention to address immigration and inequities. - State Representative Lillian Jimenez (4th District): Expressed support for Resolution 26-2640 concerning preservation of labor and delivery services at Roseland Community Hospital. She introduced HB3453 requiring 120-day public notice before closure of prenatal units, citing black maternal mortality rates (three times higher than white women) and the need for community input. - Latania Anderson (CAPS): Expressed strong support for keeping Roseland's labor and delivery services, relaying a personal story of her sister's preterm birth at Roseland and the critical need for nearby access. - Arena Mickins (Lights of Zion Ministries): Appealed the Board to reconsider any closure of Roseland Hospital, emphasizing barriers residents face without such resources. - Trinity Perkins (on behalf of State Senator Lakeisha Collins, 5th District): Urged the Board to support Resolution 26-2640, stressing birth equity and the disproportional impact on black women. - Lartice Ray (Registered Nurse, Roseland Community Hospital): Spoke in support of Resolution 26-2640, sharing two cases of mothers who delivered in the ED due to inaccessible care, warning of consequences after planned suspension of services on October 31. - Cliff Levingston (former Chicago Bull): Briefly described his community initiatives (Turkey Drive, toy drive, sports clinic) and addressed the Board. Consent Calendar - Motion to approve the entire consent calendar was made and seconded; verbally passed unanimously by voice vote. Discussion Items & Resolutions - Chair Daly: Presented resolutions honoring Veterans Day (26-2628) and the late Mary Allen Guest (26-2661). - Commissioner Moore: Introduced resolution 26-2691 declaring October 18-24 as United Against Hate Week, referencing recent hate incidents in Palatine (threat to Hindu temple) and Evanston (hate speech at high school game). - Commissioner Lowry: Presented on behalf of Commissioner Stamps: resolutions honoring Clara Bell Holloway (100th birthday) and the late Chef Royce Williams (Chef Shania). Also presented his own resolution (26-2536) honoring Jacqueline Jackie Robinson Ivey for her service as co-chair of the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership. Jackie Robinson Ivey gave remarks. - Commissioner Anaya: Introduced resolutions for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (October 2026) and Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October 2026), citing statistics: one in four women experience intimate partner violence; one in eight women diagnosed with breast cancer, and an estimated 321,910 women will be diagnosed in 2026. Recognized representatives from the organization A Yes. - Commissioner Kevin Morrison: Introduced resolutions for Hindu Heritage Month and LGBTQ History Month / National Coming Out Day (October). Note: these were on the consent calendar. - Commissioner Miller: Introduced resolution 26-2646 designating November 12 as Social Media Safety Day in Cook County. Cited Surgeon General warnings, cyberbullying, and risks from AI deepfakes; noted 70% higher likelihood of suicidal thoughts among teens spending over 5 hours a day on social media. Also honored the late Gerard Caswell Walker. - Commissioner Aguilr: Invited participation in Dia de los Muertos event in the lobby. - Resolution 26-2640 (concerning Roseland Hospital labor and delivery services): Refered to the Health and Hospitals Committee for further review. Commissioner McCaskill asked Representative Jimenez and supporters to join for a photo. Key Outcomes - The consent calendar was approved unanimously. - Multiple resolutions were presented and either recognized or refered to committees. Specifically, Resolution 26-2640 was refered to the Health and Hospitals Committee without a vote. - The meeting was adjourned on a motion, seconded and approved by voice vote.

The Cook County Asset Management Committee met on October 22, 2026, at 1:30 PM. After initially lacking a quorum, Commissioner Anaya was added to the roll, achieving quorum. The committee considered consent items, including contract approvals, lease renewals, and deferred two items after questioning. One public speaker registered but did not appear. Consent Calendar - Approved minutes from the September 22, 2026 meeting (moved by Commissioner Degnan, seconded by Commissioner Anaya; voice vote unanimous). - Approved the following items as amended by an errata (item 26-1806 corrected contract value and fiscal year impact): - 26-223: Authorization for payment ($194,933.22) to Millhouse Engineering for design and engineering services related to DOC Division 1 and 1A demolition. - 26-227: Authorization for payment ($3,366,993.52) to Pagoda CCI Joint Venture for final balances and change orders on DOC demolition. - 26-2278: Lease renewal with Bass Furniture and Rug Company for the Freedom Defense Center of Roseland (36 months, $80,000 fiscal impact). - 26-2282: Lease renewal with UCAN for Restorative Justice Community Court (1 year, $12,000). - 26-2283: Lease renewal with West Side Health Authority for Freedom Defense Center of Austin (3 years, $263,000). (Moved by Commissioner Anaya, seconded by Commissioner McCaskill; voice vote unanimous.) Public Comments & Testimony - One speaker, George Blake Moore, registered but was not present at the time of public comment. Discussion Items - Item 26-1806 (FH Passion SN Nielsen Associates CMR contract): Bureau Chief Jamie Myers and Director of Capital Planning Earl Manning presented the contract for a new Department of Transportation and Highways District Maintenance Facility in Schaumburg, with a not-to-exceed amount of $61,322,870. The project is supported by a $10.5 million TIF fund from the Village of Schaumburg (approved December 2024). Commissioner Degnan raised detailed questions about the cost breakdown, noting discrepancies between the total project estimate ($64 million after TIF credits) and the contract value ($61 million); an errata had been issued to remove duplicate pre-construction fees. Degnan questioned the inclusion of $6 million in contingency and escalation for years 2024-2026, arguing costs already known, and the structure of other contingencies (total $5 million additional for design changes and upper limit). She expressed concern about budget discipline given competing county needs. Staff acknowledged the numbers may need adjustment and agreed to provide corrected information. The committee deferred the item pending further review. - Item 26-2242 (Countywide roof replacement services contract): Also deferred without discussion (moved by Commissioner Anaya, seconded by Commissioner Degnan; voice vote). Key Outcomes - Deferred: Item 26-1806 (CMAR contract) and item 26-2242 (roofing contract) were deferred for additional information. - Received and Filed (voice vote unanimous): - 26-2287: Corporate Portfolio Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Status Report (July 2026) – noted late but committed to future timely submissions. - 26-1424: Annual ADA Improvement Report – covered county efforts on accessibility, policy updates, and work with the accessibility working group. Commissioner Anaya inquired about ongoing guidance from the group and incorporation of universal design standards; staff responded that higher standards are being developed for FY27. - Adjourned: Motion by Commissioner Anaya, seconded by Commissioner Degnan; voice vote carried. Note: Commissioner Britton was added as excused absence at the end of the meeting.

The Cook County Commission on Human Rights met on October 22, 2026, from 2:34 p.m. to 3:25 p.m. Commissioners approved routine items, elected leadership, reviewed the director's quarterly report and outreach activities, approved investigation extension requests, and acted on a request for reconsideration. Consent Calendar - Approved Commissioner Ratner's virtual participation. - Approved the meeting agenda. - Approved the May 21, 2026, regular meeting open minutes. - Approved Commissioner Orr's virtual participation due to her employment exception. - Approved the May 21, 2026, regular meeting closed minutes, with abstentions noted: Commissioner Block abstained because he was not present at that meeting, and another abstention was recorded for an item in which a commissioner did not participate (the request for commission initiation). Director's Report - The director reported second-quarter caseload statistics: cases pending 236 (compared with 240 last quarter), inquiries 226 (down from 260), cases filed 75 (down from 112), investigations closed 83 (compared with 80), known settlement amounts totaling 162, and seven cases settled in the quarter. No cases were in administrative hearings, though an increase was expected by the next meeting. - The director highlighted work on an online complaint portal with the Bureau of Technology, led by data fellow Julian Lance, and noted the 2026 Cook County minimum wage increase effective July 1: $15.40/hour for non-tipped workers and $9.25/hour for tipped workers, with overtime rates of $23.10 and $16.94, respectively. - A commissioner asked for the number of cases going to mediation and how many are resolved through mediation. The director said the report does not currently capture that breakdown and agreed to provide it in the future. Outreach Report - Outreach staff reviewed communications and public education work: a May 27 fireside chat on the JHA Impact Assessment with a recording available on YouTube, Illinois Reentry Council participation, fair housing resource events, and the June 16 release of the 2025 annual report with a social media reel and distribution to more than 250 community partners. - The outreach team noted press coverage of the minimum wage increase and Check Your Check on WBBM, WGN, WTTW, and the Chicago Tribune. - Upcoming events included a July 21 virtual Where to File training (6-7 p.m.), Fiesta del Sol volunteer shifts on July 24 and 25, an August 17 Illinois Reentry Council housing work group meeting, and an August 29 fair housing training for CIC. - The human rights newsletter has 2,548 subscribers, and Instagram followers grew by 46 since the start of the year to 336. Investigation Extension Requests - The commission considered 42 investigation extension requests. One case, 2024 PA006, was noted as a fourth extension; the director attributed multiple extensions to vacant investigator and legal counsel positions and limited senior staff capacity, noting investigators carry 80 to 90 active cases. - The chair amended the extension for 2024 PA006 to January 9, 2027, then the commission approved all 42 extension requests by voice vote. Executive Session and Reconsideration - The commission moved to executive session and later reconvened. - It denied the request for reconsideration in case 2026 PA0018 by a unanimous roll-call vote. Key Outcomes - Chair Sohel was reelected chair and Commissioner Isaacs was elected vice chair by unanimous roll call; both positions were uncontested. - All 42 investigation extension requests were approved, with 2024 PA006 extended to January 9, 2027. - Reconsideration request 2026 PA0018 was denied unanimously. - The open and closed May 21, 2026 minutes were approved, with noted abstentions. - The meeting adjourned at 3:25 p.m.; the next meeting date was not announced.

The Cook County Ethics Board convened on October 22, 2026, with Chair Raw presiding alongside Board Members Sinan and Sagal, establishing a quorum. The meeting covered the approval of prior meeting minutes, a detailed quarterly report from Director King, and votes on several determinations, advisory opinions, and requests to open investigations. Consent Calendar - Agenda Approval: The agenda for the meeting was approved unanimously. - Minutes Approval: The minutes from the May 7, 2026 meeting were approved unanimously. The amended minutes from the March 10, 2026 meeting were also approved unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the general public offered statements. Director's Report - Director King presented the third-quarter report for the fiscal year. Key statistics included: - 6 investigations currently open. - 1 request for investigation was denied due to lack of jurisdiction. - 13 advisory opinions were rendered in the quarter, an increase from 9 in the prior quarter. - 36 routine inquiries were handled. - 285 employees were trained, a number expected to rise following the launch of the annual ethics training in September. - Training and Outreach: The annual ethics training launched with the highest number of participating offices in recent years, including the President's Office, Cook County Board of Review, Forest Preserve District, Clerk's Office, Treasurer's Office, Circuit Court, Clerk of the Circuit Court, and Sheriff's Office. The office issued reminders on prohibited political activity within the 60-day pre-election period and provided updated gift ban guidance. - Vendor Compliance: The office is preparing to send notices regarding the annual familial disclosure requirement to vendors. - Board Q&A: In response to a board member's question, Director King reported that the office has not seen a significant uptick in questions about prohibited political activity directly, though the majority of general inquiries relate to gift restrictions, specifically regarding conference invitations and travel coverage. Action Items - Case 2026 I002 (Determination): A motion was made to approve the notice of determination in this case with amendments discussed in closed session. The motion passed unanimously. - Advisory Opinion 2026 A002: The board voted unanimously to approve the advisory opinion. - Investigations 2026 I007 and 2026 I008: The board voted unanimously in separate motions to approve the requests to open investigations in both cases. Key Outcomes - Votes: All action items on the agenda passed unanimously. - Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 5:03 PM Central.

The Legislation and Intergovernmental Relations Committee of the Cook County Board of Commissioners convened on October 22, 2026. A large portion of the meeting was dedicated to public testimony on two significant policy matters: a resolution to close the "data broker loophole" to prevent the sale of personal data to third parties including ICE, and an ordinance expanding birth certificate fee waivers for domestic violence survivors. The committee unanimously approved the data privacy ordinance after roughly four and a half years of advocacy. Several administrative appointments were also confirmed. Consent Calendar - Item 26-26-35: Minutes from the September 23, 2026, meeting were approved. - Item 26-24-25 (Tax Certificate Pilot Program): A resolution authorizing a pilot program for a Cook County Tax Certificate program was approved without debate. - Item 26-24-16 (Inspector General Peer Review): An amendment was approved allowing the Office of the Inspector General to submit itself to peer reviews conducted by the Association of Inspectors General at a minimal cost. Public Comments & Testimony Topic: Resolution 26-2426 (Data Broker Loophole) A large coalition of immigrant rights, civil rights, and labor organizations spoke in strong support of closing the loophole. - Claudia Marchan (Exec. Dir., Immigration Law & Justice of N. Illinois / ICIRR): Shared a personal experience where LexisNexis created a 46-page report containing her full Social Security number and family information without consent. Expressed full support for the ordinance to protect vulnerable communities. - Rania Salem (Arab American Action Network): Described ICE surveillance tactics, including vehicles parked in neighborhoods for hours. Argued the loophole allows ICE to target individuals and urged the board to pass the resolution. - Sarah Oseguera (Blue Island Robbins Neighborhood Network / ICIRR): Stated that fear of data sharing prevents families from seeking care. Her network recently helped reunite three families separated by detention. Supported the ordinance to protect the dignity of residents. - Dylan Robinson (Centro de Trabajadores Unidos): Related the story of "Frank," a Cook County resident detained by ICE while showering at home. Argued data brokers profit from community suffering and urged the board to pass the resolution. - Ellen Zoe (Asian Americans Advancing Justice Chicago / ICIRR): Noted that ICE tactics have shifted toward highly targeted detentions enabled by data. Connected the loophole to historic surveillance programs and urged a yes vote. - Hannah Luco (Just Futures Law): Provided a history of the loophole since 2011. Cited that ICE contracts with major data brokers nearly tripled from $4.9 million to $14.5 million between 2018 and 2025. Urged the board to pass the ordinance. - Chris Pierre (Cook County Resident, Albany Park): Expressed personal anger over the sale of personal data. Supported the ordinance to protect neighbors from deportation and corporate exploitation. - Pablo Padilla (Exec. Dir., Corazon Community Center): Told the story of a 15-year-old boy in his summer camp who was detained by ICE. Stressed that families must be able to seek help without fear. Topic: Ordinance 26-1993 (Birth Certificate Fee Waivers for Domestic Violence Survivors) - Kayla Posley (Network Advocating Against Domestic Violence): Expressed strong support. Noted that the current ordinance only allows fee waivers for survivors residing in shelters, leaving out those who access other services or report to police. The proposal mirrors state law and expands eligibility. - Delaney Hefner (Domestic Violence Advocate): Described a client with six children who lost a rare housing opportunity because she could not access a birth certificate quickly. Argued expanding the waiver is essential for safety and independence. Discussion Items - Item 26-24-26: Data Privacy / Closing the Data Broker Loophole - Commissioner Anaya, the chief sponsor, introduced the ordinance. She recounted a four-and-a-half-year effort following community advocacy to close the loophole. She framed the ordinance as a duty to protect residents from being targeted and to be a good steward of public funds. - Commissioner Vasquez, a co-sponsor, stressed that the ordinance protects the data of all Cook County residents, not just immigrants, from big tech and big corporations that profit from selling information. - Commissioner Degnan congratulated the sponsors and emphasized the need for continued vigilance, stating that the work does not stop here as new loopholes will likely emerge. He highlighted risks to reproductive rights and other sensitive data. - Chairman Britton remarked on the timeliness of the issue, linking the local fight to national concerns about corporate power and democracy, citing a Wall Street Journal story on Starlink as an example of the national conversation. - Commissioners Trevor, Aguilar, and Daly all expressed support and requested to be added as co-sponsors. - Item 26-19-93 (Birth Certificate Fee Waivers): At the request of Commissioner Anaya, this item was deferred for further discussion without a vote. - Appointments: - Jamie Myers was approved as Bureau Chief of Asset Management. Myers noted nearly 10 years of experience in county facilities. - Dr. Megan Carolyn was approved as Animal and Rabies Control Administrator. Dr. Carolyn detailed her experience handling the first rabies case in a domestic dog in over 60 years, which required the vaccination and quarantine of over 90 exposed animals. She outlined future goals including strengthening ties with public health and purchasing an emergency mobile animal shelter. - Thomas Casey was appointed to the South Cook Mosquito Abatement District. - Bill Fister was appointed to the Plum Grove Woodlands Sanitary District. - Felicia Houston was appointed to the South Cook Mosquito Abatement District. Key Outcomes - Resolution 26-2426 (Data Broker Loophole): PASSED. The committee unanimously approved the substitute ordinance as amended in the errata, which prevents county vendors from selling or sharing personal data with third parties. The ordinance will proceed to the full County Board for final approval. - Appointments: PASSED. All five appointments (Jamie Myers, Dr. Megan Carolyn, Thomas Casey, Bill Fister, Felicia Houston) were approved unanimously by voice vote. - Item 26-24-25 (Tax Certificate Pilot): PASSED. - Item 26-24-16 (IG Peer Review): PASSED. - Ordinance 26-19-93 (Birth Certificates): DEFERRED. The item was deferred at the sponsor's request to allow for further discussions. - Next Steps: All approved appointments and ordinances are scheduled to be finalized at the full Cook County Board meeting on October 23, 2026.

The Cook County Rules and Administration Committee met on October 22, 2026 at 9:30 AM. Chairman called the meeting to order, and the roll was read. A reminder was provided about vaccinations available the next day from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM on the 8th floor. Consent Calendar - Item 262637: Committee meeting minutes from September 23, 2026, approved unanimously. Motion by Vice Chairman Degnan, seconded by Commissioner Scott. - Item 262638: Journal of Proceedings from September 24, 2026, approved unanimously. Motion by Commissioner Britton, seconded by Commissioner Scott and Vice Chairman Degnan. Key Outcomes - Both items were approved with all aye votes. - The meeting was adjourned after the approvals, with the Finance committee noted as next.

The Technology and Innovation Committee of Cook County met on October 22, 2026, to consider five items: a contract increase for enterprise workspace management software, a contract for LIDAR data collection, a contract amendment for Gartner research services, a contract amendment for jail management software enhancements, and two information technology reports. All items except the reports were approved, with one commissioner voting present on the Gartner amendment; the reports were deferred to the next meeting. Discussion Items - Item 26-1594 – Contract Increase with eKIFM Solutions (TriRega Software): Jamie Myers, Bureau Chief of Bureau of Asset Management, presented a $1.5 million contract increase for IBM Tririga, an integrated workplace management system. The amendment adds 200 user licenses, covering continued vendor support and technical expertise. Commissioner Degnan asked about the number of additional users (200) and the competitive bidding process. The item was approved unanimously. - Item 26-2186 – Proposed Contract with FUGRO USA Land Inc. (LIDAR Collection): Todd Schubler, Director of GIS for the Bureau of Technology, presented a $774,693 contract for a 3D surface scan of Cook County, used for infrastructure, flood mitigation, and change detection. No questions were raised. The item was approved unanimously. - Item 26-2290 – Contract Amendment with Gartner Inc.: Heman Sundram, Chief Technology Officer, requested a one-year, $1.9 million amendment for Gartner research subscriptions, analyst calls, conferences, and strategy services. Commissioner Degnan questioned the cost growth from $1 million/year to $2 million/year, the value of the subscriptions, and whether other offices had scrubbed their usage. Sundram noted that Bureau of Technology had reduced its own licenses by one-third and that other offices (e.g., Sheriff, Assessor) increased usage. Savings from vendor negotiations were cited but not quantified. Commissioner Degnan voted present; all other commissioners voted aye. The item was approved. - Item 26-2152 – Contract Amendment with Harris Corrections Solutions (Jail Management Software): Jason Hernandez, Executive Director of Cook County Sheriff’s Office, presented a contract increase for enhancements to the jail management system, including mobile access, digital log conversion, research and development for automated classification and housing assignments, and compliance with the Pretrial Fairness Act. Commissioner Trevor requested specifics on the R&D (automated inmate classification and separation). Commissioner Vasquez asked that results be shared with the chair. The item was approved unanimously. - Items 26-2234 and 26-2236 – Information Technology Projects Report and Integrated Automated Criminal Justice System Report: Commissioner Degnan moved to defer both reports, seconded by Commissioner Scott. The motion passed unanimously. The reports are expected to return next month. Key Outcomes - Approvals: Items 26-1594, 26-2186, and 26-2152 were approved unanimously. - Approval with Present Vote: Item 26-2290 was approved with Commissioner Degnan voting present; all other commissioners voted aye. - Deferral: Items 26-2234 and 26-2236 were deferred to the next committee meeting. - Next Steps: Commissioner Degnan requested that the chair confirm other offices have reviewed and minimized their Gartner subscriptions; the chair agreed to follow up. The Bureau of Asset Management will continue implementation of the Tririga system. The Sheriff’s Office will update the committee on the jail management software R&D outcomes.