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DUPAGE CARE CENTER UPDATE - JANELLE CHADWICK
Christine Kliebhan, Financial Analyst, spoke on behalf of the DuPage Care Center, stating the
DuPage Care Center is out of outbreak status.
Ms. Kliebhan also referred to the Transformational Renovation kickoff mentioned in Chair
Schwarze’s remarks.
COMMUNITY SERVICES UPDATE - MARY KEATING
Mary Keating, Director of Community Services, commented on the challenge David McDermott
faced starting at DuPage County the week preceding the onset of Covid-19. She thanked Mr.
McDermott for his service and wished him well.
Ms. Keating referred to the contract approval at Public Works at the earlier meeting for the
playground equipment being built at the Family Center and how this will enhance the supervised
visitations with the families. At the request of Member DeSart, Ms. Keating explained the
functions of the Family Center, stating the Family Center provides supervised visitation,
mediation, and neutral exchange for divorced or never married parents. As part of the supervised
visitation, staff have to observe the interaction of the parents and children. The playground will
elevate the opportunities of families to engage with each other outside with a basketball hoop,
hopscotch, swings, and a picnic table with shelter for families to share meals.
There will be a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the playground when complete.
Ms. Keating added she is excited about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) parking spots
being constructed at the front of the building.
Ms. Keating expressed her appreciation to the County Board members touring the Family Center
either today after the meeting or in the next couple of weeks.
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15.
OLD BUSINESS
No old business was discussed.
NEW BUSINESS
Assistant State’s Attorney Paul Bruckner introduced the new Assistant State’s Attorney, Renee
Zerante, who will soon be presiding over the Human Services Committee meetings.
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ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, Chair Schwarze requested a motion to adjourn. Member LaPlante so
moved, Member Garcia seconded, all ayes on a voice vote, the meeting was adjourned at 9:50
a.m.