McHenry County board approves emergency appropriations amid budget concerns
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Summary
The county board approved emergency appropriations including item 13d after members raised concerns about roughly $4.375 million in over-budget expenditures and ongoing efforts to improve expenditure tracking.
The McHenry County Board on Feb. 17 approved emergency appropriations (items including 13d, 13i and 13k), even as some members voiced alarm about the county's current budget position and plans to tighten spending controls.
Mister Scala moved to approve item 13d and Mister Collins seconded. Miss Greeno urged caution while supporting the motion, telling colleagues the county had an "over budget" impact she described at roughly $4.375 million and warned there could be an additional $3 million in pressures. She said departments will soon have enhanced financial oversight through an ADP software rollout designed to improve expenditure management. After discussion the motion carried.
The board also approved items 13i and 13k without extended discussion. Item 13k prompted a member to note that Fleming Road jurisdiction would remain a topic for possible future intergovernmental agreements.
What happened next: The board approved appointments and continued committee reports following the appropriation votes.
Why it matters: Emergency appropriations alter county spending authority and, as presented, come at a time when board members say the county faces mid-year budget pressure; the measures passed and staff will proceed under the approved appropriations.