Stewardship/liaison for matters pertaining to: ETSB (E-9-1-1); applicable fire protection districts; Local Emergency Planning Committee; the betterment of public safety; the legislative processes at the State and Federal level which affect McHenry County; foster an environment where intergovernmental relation and communication is prioritized; coordinate with the Internal Support & Facilities Committee and oversee County communication program with residents.

The Law & Government/Liquor Committee recommends appointments to several fire protection districts; reviews expenditures over $30,000, grants, contracts and annual budgets for the State's Attorney Office, Public Defender, Courts, Coroner, EMA, Sheriff and Circuit Clerk; reviews collective bargaining agreements for the Coroner, Sheriff and Clerk as needed.

On behalf of the McHenry County Liquor Commissioner, the Law & Government/Liquor Committee reviews new liquor license applications and grants or denies licenses as may be deemed appropriate in accordance with the McHenry County Liquor Control Code and adjudicates complaints and/or alleged violations in accordance with the McHenry County Liquor Control Code.

Agencies of the Circuit Court Clerk; Courts (including Court Administrator; Jury Commission, and the Law Library); Public Defender; State's Attorney; Court Services; Sheriff; Emergency Management Agency (EMA); Coroner; Fox Waterway Agency (FWA); and Merit Commission.

For documents and applications related to liquor, raffles or coin-operated amusement devices, please visit our Liquor Licenses page.