January 2016 - Illinois Probation and Court Services Association

OUTLOOK
Winter 2016
FALL CONFERENCE
2015
Above:
Douglas B. Marlowe, J.D., Ph.D. Chief
of Science, Law & Policy for the National Association of
Drug Court Professionals.
At Left:
Carmen Rodriquez, Senior Training
Specialist for Cook County Adult Probation in Chicago.
ILLINOIS PROBATION AND COURT
SERVICES ASSOCIATION
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Most people would never accuse me of having nothing to say and, for
the most part, this is true. I am rarely speechless. Yet I find myself
struggling to put my thoughts to paper for this address. Like many of
you, I am pulled in so many directions, both personally and professionally, as I try to meet the needs of all the people in my life. It can be
overwhelming and quite daunting at times and I don’t always handle
everything with the most grace or political correctness. Add deadlines,
new job duties, volunteer work, and fitness to the mix, I get exhausted
just thinking about all the things I am sure I will find out tomorrow
that I forgot to do yesterday. My struggles are not unique. This is an
everyday, common experience among my friends, family and coworkers. I take comfort in knowing that the best of us struggle to find
balance and lead healthy lifestyles. We are, after all, only human. Secure in that knowledge, I am
grateful to make it through another day and extend apologies for the tasks I left undone and promises
not yet kept.
And yet, as Probation Officers, we sometimes give into negativity and expect our clients to “get it
together” and “stop screwing up”. We don’t always understand nor have empathy for the barriers in a
probationer’s life. As a society, we expect our managers to always have the right answer and we
expect our leaders to never make a poor decision. And when someone gets it wrong-look out! And
so, unfortunately, we are taught to point the finger at others and deflect negativity from ourselves to
others lest we find ourselves in the spotlight. Not a day goes by at the office that I don’t see or hear
this happen. “What’s in it for me?” or “why should I do more when I will get the benefit anyway” has
become fairly commonplace. We all struggle in the best of circumstances to live up to our responsibilities, but add the layer of abuse, mental and physical illness, addiction, and the multitude of other
issues we refer to as criminogenic needs, it’s no mystery why our probationers “can’t get it together”
and “stop screwing up” sometimes.
So it is somewhat amazing to see those intrepid souls who bravely get out there and try, in spite of all
this. People who say “tomorrow is another day, I will not quit, and I will help others in spite of my
own shortcomings” are my unsung heroes. These are the people who make a difference in the world.
These are the people this Association represents- Probation Officers. Probation Officers are people
who make a difference and are not afraid to try other approaches, learn from mistakes, and do their
best to lead by example. This happens daily, sometimes in spite of yourselves, but mostly because of
who you are. Probation works! And so, as your President, and representative of the Executive Board,
I can promise you that IPCSA will continue to fight-for budget increases, justice reform, officer and
community safety, and victim reparation. This Association gives us all a voice-in Springfield, in the
Courts, and in the Public. It gives us an opportunity to make a bigger difference than we could do on
our own in our small corners of the state. For this reason, membership is more important than ever!
Let’s get back to the questions of “what’s in it for me?” and “why should I if I will get the benefits
anyway?” I have been asked those questions several times since joining the Executive Board and even
more frequently since becoming President. And I admit there are many things that the Association
does that benefit the entire state-not just our members. I will start the with Probation Officer’s Act.
This document frames the work we do on a daily basis. We all know about it. We all refer to it. But
did you know that it was written at Michael Shaunnessy’s mom’s kitchen table, sponsored by IPCSA,
and enacted by a Legislature who knew about our work based on testimony and information provided
by IPCSA? The IPCSA Directory is available online. Anyone can access it. But without the Association, it would not exist. Without membership dollars, we could not pay our Executive Assistant so it
would never be updated. And, frankly, we would all lose a valuable source of information. And what
about the voice I mentioned above? One person asking for something in Springfield has very little
chance of success. But an Association representing over 800 members and 2600 Probation Officer
across the state creates ripples. People do take notice and people do listen. Once again-without
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
membership, we lose this voice. And we lose our Government Affairs Officer. Without membership
dollars, we lose the Association. And without the Association, we no longer have our President and
President-Elect, our Committee Chairs, and Committees sharing information on legislation and
testifying on our behalf to increase our funding. I truly believe that the increases in funding we have
seen in recent years would not have happened without IPCSA supporting the Chief Justice and telling
our story.
Conferences, training opportunities, networking- I could go on and on about the benefits and
importance of membership. But I truly do not wish to beat anyone over the head with this. I know
times are tough. Illinois has no budget. Governor Rauner has announced that he plans to put an end
to court ordered spending. How much this will affect us remains to be seen. I know that county
budgets are shrinking as well and it can be difficult to justify paying membership dues. However,
imagine, just for a moment, what we could accomplish if every Probation Officer in this state was a
member of IPCSA? Now, more than ever, is a critical time to support IPCSA.
As I write this, the Illinois General Assembly has gone back in session. That means John McCabe,
Tom Gregory, and the Legislative Committee will be diligently keeping an eye on Springfield. If we
hear any news about the budget, we will notify everyone as quickly as possible. I guarantee that John
and I will be making the rounds in Springfield to encourage full funding of probation. If you have
questions or suggestions about pending legislation, please contact John, Tom or any member of the
Executive Board. We want to hear from you! You can find our contact information in the Directory,
at www.IPCSA.org or send us a message on Facebook.
Additionally, I wish to welcome our new Region 3 Representative Randy Brandmeyer from Clinton
County to the Executive Board. He is already working hard for his region and the membership at
large. Thanks for dedicating your time and efforts to IPCSA!
I am excited to announce that plans are shaping up for Spring Conference 2016. My jurisdiction, the
13th Circuit, is hosting this event which will be held at Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort in Utica. We
have so many exciting things planned. Our Plenary speakers are Major General Peggy Combs and
Tim Ryan. Major General Combs is the Commanding Officer at Fort Knox and will be speaking with
us about leadership and candidate selection. We had to get the Pentagon to approve her attendance
at our event, so I hope we have a huge turnout of members to hear her speak. We will also be joined
by Tim Ryan, founder of the A Man in Recovery Foundation. Tim’s story is very powerful as he
candidly describes his descent into heroin, cocaine, and alcohol addiction which led him to lose
everything, including his son, and his path toward redemption. We will also have workshops on an
amazing array of topics including our Middle Manager’s Training Track with Marvis Meyers, Pepper
Spray Certification, pre-trial supervision, and trauma informed supervision of youth just to name a
few. We will also have the creators of PCJims and Tracker users’ workshops. Please submit any
questions you may about either of these programs to me as soon as possible so they can be included
in the workshop.
It is also my pleasure to announce that Fall Conference 2016 will be held at the Renaissance Hotel
and Convention Center in Schaumburg on October 26-28th. Cook County Juvenile, Adult, and Social
Service Departments will be co-hosting this event. It is already shaping up to be a wonderful conference with many exciting events.
I hope to see as many of you as possible at the upcoming conferences. And as you go about your
daily lives, please remember that tomorrow is another day to try again, forgive often (including yourself), and always stay safe.
Warm Regards,
Tracy Burke-Carriere, IPCSA President
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Inside this issue:
Inside
this issue:
President’s Message
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Inside This Edition
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Capitol Report
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2015 Fall Conference Distinguished Service Awards
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Darrel O. Smith President’s Award…
Thomas Gregory, Vermilion County
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Gene Hughes Highest Professional Standard Award
Steve Kelly, Coles County
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William C. Albertson Field of Achievement Award
Tyrone Sillas, St. Clair County
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Pauline Gansauer Field of Dedication Award
Linda Van Dyke, Madison County
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Robert E. Burdine Officer of the Year Award
Carla Stalnaker, Clinton County
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S. William Ettinger Field of Service Award
Tina Varney, Kendall County
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Frank Calkins Committee Member of the Year Award
Michelle Merz, Vermilion County
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Michael Rohan Innovative Leadership Award
Peggy Carey, DeKalb County
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Exemplary Service Award
Amy Guy, Wellness Loft
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Legislative Service Award…Michael Tardy, Administrative
Office of the Illinois Courts.
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Michael Shaughnessy Superior Service Award
Sue Korpai-Lake County (retired)
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Treatment Alternative Court-Best Practices in Motion
by Laura Aye
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2015 Fall Conference Recap
20-22
Member Spotlight………….Lorenzo Florentino-Cook Juvenile
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IPCSA Business Meeting Minutes, October 2015
24-27
Training Announcement
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Sneak Peek at Spring Conference 2016
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5 For 5
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Committee Reports
34-48
2016 Membership Information
49-50
IPCSA Committee Chairs/Executive Board of Directors
A special Thank
You to John Mc Cabe for
providing all photos for this publication!
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Effingham County Sheriff’s
Department serves as the Color
Guard for the 2015 Fall IPCSA
Conference hosted by the 4th
Judicial Circuit in Effingham,
Illinois
The Honorable Chief Judge
of the 4th Judicial CircuitMichael McHaney, served as
the Plenary Speaker on
opening day of the 2015 Fall
IPCSA Conference.
Honorary
Members
of the
4th
Judicial Circuit
Capitol Report
January 2016
By John McCabe
IPCSA Director of Government Affairs
Big changes have come to Springfield, some in ways I could not
imagine. A new Governor and a not-so-new General Assembly have been at
odds since January 2015. Nearly 70 % of the budget was ordered to be paid in
a series of court cases. Only the budget bill for education was signed by the
Governor last Spring and a number of spending items were adopted by the Fall.
Fortunately, the Judicial Branch funding was included in one of the court cases. For the current State fiscal
year, we will receive the same amount of money as last year. Which is good news, thanks to last year’s effort by Chief
Justice Rita Garmen to get a $40 million increase for probation.
There is no indication that there will be any budget agreement in the near future and it is quite conceivable
that there will not be a final budget. The Governor is scheduled to address the General Assembly on January 27 th for
his State of the State message and again on February 17th for his budget address for next year’s budget.
I was going to use the Chinese proverb, “May you live in interesting times” but I found out it is neither a
proverb nor Chinese.
Among the bills adopted and signed into law last year was House Bill 1, the House Heroin Task Force bill. It
is several hundred pages long. Among its provisions it removes the limit of one TASC assignment per offender. This
legislation will have an impact on drug courts and any substance abuse caseload. The Substance Abuse Committee
has been asked to review the legislation in case there is a clean-up bill to correct any problems with the legislation.
With the new IPCSA website, we are hoping to get more information about legislation on the website. Please
bear with us while the transition progresses.
Another item of interest, this will be our first session without Mike Shaughnessy as Chair of the Legislative
Committee. He has turned over the reins to Tom Gregory, who is quite familiar with the legislative process, having
served as IPCSA President and testified on our behalf on numerous occasions.
As always, please take the time to get to know your local legislators. Tell them about your job. Now is the
time to make their acquaintance. We will need their assistance this Spring, and they will need yours come election
time.
If any IPCSA Committee has a suggestion for legislation, please let Legislative Chair Tom Gregory know as
soon as possible. This is the time to prepare for the upcoming legislative session.
As a personal note, I wanted to thank the Executive Committee for their continued confidence in me and I
look forward to working on your behalf again this year.
If you have any questions concerning IPCSA Legislative Proposals, please feel free to contact myself
or Legislative Committee Chairman, Tom Gregory, Vermilion County CMO, at tgregory@vercounty.org. Anyone
that wishes to follow legislation can visit the Illinois General Assembly’s web site, www.ilga.gov. Contact John
McCabe, johnmccabe@att.net if you have questions on how to use this very helpful website.
By John McCabe, IPCSA Government Affairs Officer
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CONGRATULATIONS 2015
Distinguished Service Award Winners
The Distinguished Service Awards are presented to the Probation and Court Service
professionals who, in the opinion of their Chief Managing Officers, deserve
individual recognition for their dedication and commitment to their clients, peers,
and the community.
Cheryl Adams……..Montgomery County
Jedadiah Arnold……..Effingham County
Tera Conklin……………….…..Clay County
Lisa Brennan-Fleming..St. Clair County
Jennifer Clayton………..Madison County
Crystal Cooper…..……..McHenry County
Scott Cooper……………...Madison County
Nicole Deppe………….….Madison County
Shanna Ferrell………………..Ford County
Christy Foster………….....Clinton County
Kevin Hackethal………..Madison County
Susan Haarmann…...Effingham County
Jackie Hunt……….………..DeKalb County
Suzan Johnson………....Madison County
Kent Lovelace……..Montgomery County
Denise Marler…………...Madison County
Rocky Marron……..………….Ford County
Ellen Maxey………………..…..Ford County
Mona Mooday…..…….Effingham County
Jon Orns……………..….Woodford County
Ryan Parks………………...Fayette County
Jeremiah Sargent…………...Lake County
Sherry Shamhart…….Effingham County
Jill Schoenhoff……..……..Fayette County
Daryl Seaman……………Madison County
Dane Smith……….…...Effingham County
Carla Stalnaker…………..Clinton County
Kellie Vanderlei…………..Kendall County
Rachel Varel………………..Clinton County
Mike Venditti……………...DeKalb County
Molly Webb………..…..Effingham County
Krista Weidner……….……….Clay County
Nina Westbrook…..Montgomery County
Ryan Winters………….Effingham County
Heather Wooters………….Shelby County
Mattie Yedinak…….….Woodford County
CONGRATULATIONS 2015 IPCSA MAJOR AWARD WINNERS
Pictured left to right: Sue Korpai,
Retired-Lake County; Tyrone Sillas,
St. Clair County; Peggy Carey, DeKalb
County; Amy Guy, Wellness Loft;
Thomas Gregory, Vermilion County;
Carla Stalnaker, Clinton County; Tina
Varney, Kendall County; Linda Van
Dyke, Madison County; Michelle Merz,
Vermilion County; Steve Kelly, Coles/
Cumberland/Edgar Counties; Tracy
Burke-Carriere, IPCSA President.
A special Thank
You to all
Association Members
who nominated colleagues for an award!
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Darrel O. Smith President’s
Award
Thomas Gregory
Vermilion County
The year is 1995, and Thomas “Tom” Gregory was a fresh-faced kid
graduating with a B.A. from Illinois State University. Tom started working as
an Adult Probation Officer on July 14, 1997. In 2000, he became an IPS
Officer. On January 14, 2005, a promotion to Supervisor ensued followed by a
promotion to Director on July 3, 2006, a somewhat meteoric rise through the
ranks to be sure. But aside from a distinguished career in the office, Tom is
active in the Boys and Girls Club and the American Legion and is a professor
at Danville Area Community College. As a professor, mentor, role model, and Probation Officer, he helps shape the future
of our profession by positively influencing the young people with whom he works. Always concerned about bettering our
profession for our clients, our communities, and our officers, Tom accepted an appointment to the Supreme Court Advisory
Board on November 27, 2012, a position he still holds. And, not wanting to let his skills and knowledge become stagnant,
he sets an example for ongoing education by participating in the APPA Leadership Academy.
But what about IPSCA you ask? Tom has been a member of this Association for nearly his whole career. He has not only
attended too many conferences to list, but has served on several committees including the Membership, CMO, and Legislative Committees. He is also the current Chair of the Awards Committee. Tom joined the Executive Board in 2009 as
Region 2 Representative, still looking like that fresh-face kid right out of college with the long hair and beard stubble….
Tom served as a Region Rep until 2010 when he decided to step up and run for President-Elect and won. He assumed
office on January 1, 2011, and became President on January 1, 2013. During his tenure as President, Tom started the ball
rolling on several initiatives including re-energizing our collaborations with the Annie E. Casey Foundation, the Juvenile
Justice Commission, and brought us to a better working relationship with AOIC. He testified numerous times in Springfield at budget hearings and was a true ambassador for our Profession. He also testified in April at the working group of
the House Appropriates-General Services Committee, not as a member of IPSCA, but as the CMO of his county at the
request of Chief Justice Garman at the working group of the House Appropriations – General Services Committee. Tom
has also committed to continuing to be a huge part of this Association through his acceptance of the positions of Chair of
the Legislative Committee and JDAI Liaison. As the JDAI Liaison, he is an active member of the newly formed Juvenile
Probation Committee.
Congratulations Thomas Gregory, Vermilion County Director, as this year’s 2015 recipient of the Darrel O. Smith’s
President’s Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Association and to the Profession.
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Gene Hughes Award-Highest
Professional Standards
Steve Kelly
Coles/Cumberland/Edgar Counties
The Gene Hughes Award is presented to the member of the Association who best
exemplifies the highest standards of the profession. Not to take anything away
from the other award winners, but if the Probation Prom had a MVP, this would be
it.
Steve Kelly does so much more than just work in the field of probation…. His
work goes much deeper than that.
In this time of financial crisis, budget cuts, and limited resources, we often forget
about two of our most important responsibilities, those being; providing safety to
not only the community, but to our officers as well. As Judge McHaney stated at
our lunch, we are constantly being hit with unfunded mandates. Steve Kelly always strives to find a better way to conduct
business, improve services, and stay apprised of current trends. Steve not only understands our job is to make our community a better place to live, but, more importantly, that our officers must remain safe from harm.
Steve Kelly graduated from Eastern Illinois University in 1980 and his career spans back 35 years, having held virtually
every position within his department. His career started as a pre-sentence investigation writer and he was promoted to
adult supervisor in 2000. Two years ago he became the Director of his department and his leadership skills brought
stability to a department that had recently suffered some really tough losses. He has been a long time member of our
Association and has served on the Membership Committee, Program Committee, Substance Abuse Committee, Officer
Safety and Wellness Committee, and CMO committee.
At a local level, Steve has been recognized numerous times for his efforts and expertise from law enforcement, Judges,
and other area agencies. He received recognition from the US District Court, was instrumental in forming a local Meth
Coalition, pretrial, and drug court. Additionally, Steve was the first State of Illinois Firearms instructor from the field of
Probation and Court Services.
Expertise, energy, presence, knowledge, and leadership are a few words to describe Steve Kelly. Of those words, I want
to focus on Leadership. What is leadership? There are many definitions of leadership, but the one I like the most simply
says, “Leadership is an action, not a position.” In fact, a Judge in his circuit had this to say about Steve, “On many
occasions he has gone out into the community on home visits and warrant apprehensions in order to provide critical leadership and safety training to less experienced officers.” That, my friends, is a leader.
Steve also focuses on training for his staff because he knows he is putting them into high risk situations. He doesn’t use
traditional training methods, as he randomly gives them the “what would you do” scenarios and then assists them in
coming up with an effective plan on how to deal with the situation. Steve’s office motto, “Prepare for the worst and hope
for the best” helps his officers prepare for all situations they may encounter.
To quote Steve’s fellow officer, “He is not a director that tells his line staff to do something, he shows and leads by being
out in the front lines and sharing his expertise in all situations with officers”.
Congratulations Steve Kelly, 5th Judicial Circuit, as this year’s 2015 recipient of the Gene Hughes, Highest Professional
Standards Award.
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William C. Albertson
Award- Field of
Achievement
Tyron Sillas
St. Clair County
The William C. Albertson Award is presented to a Probation Officer who, in the opinion of the Awards
Committee, has exemplified the highest standards of the profession in the Field of Achievement.
Tyrone Sillas has been a Corrections Officer at the St. Clair County Detention Center for 38 years. He has
devoted his life to his job. He is a mentor to both youth and detention staff. His knowledge and expertise in
the field of detention is incomparable and an asset to administration. He always puts the needs of the
department before his own. He is the ultimate “team player.” Supervisors describe Tyrone as, “Always on
time, always ready to go, always congenial and amiable, always efficient and effective.” With 38 years
dedicated to the profession, Tyrone has achieved much and given more.
Congratulations Tyron Sillas, St. Clair County, as this year’s 2015 recipient of the William C. Albertson
Field of Achievement Award.
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Pauline Gansauer Award-Field of
Dedication
Linda Van Dyke
Madison County
The Pauline Gansauer Award is given to a probation officer that has exemplified the highest
standards of dedication to the profession.
Linda Van Dyke began her career over 35 years ago and in her career she has served as a Detention Officer, Probation Officer,
Pre-Sentence Investigation Specialist, Supervisor and Chief Probation Officer. She was a lead person in a 6 plus year pilot
program of “What Works” and assisted with the transition to “Effective Case Works Model” on both a local and statewide basis.
Linda constantly motivates mentors and encourages her staff to embrace the principle of Effective Case Works.
Linda is active in her home community and has volunteered with the Weed and Seed Program, Line in the Sand Program and
Alton’s Prostitution Abatement Program.
Linda served on the Executive Board of the American Probation and Parole Association. She has also served on the Illinois
Department of Corrections Re-Entry Task Force and the Madison County Family Violence Coordinating Council.
She has been active with IPCSA and served on the Executive Board as President-Elect and was the first female to serve the
Association as President. She has been a past recipient of the S. William Ettinger Award and the Gene Hughes Award.
Linda has continually sought to further her education through training in an effort to better equip herself to teach others. She has
constantly sought innovative approaches that will positively impact the lives of all probationers as well as her staff. Linda
genuinely cares about people and is mindful of their needs.
Her personal philosophy has been quoted as, “One individual can make a difference, positive change is possible, and that change
is to be promoted amongst the clients with whom we work as well as amongst the department employees.”
Congratulations Linda Van Dyke, Madison County Chief Managing Officer, as this year’s 2015 recipient of the Pauline GansauerField of Dedication Award.”
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Robert E. Burdine Award Officer of the Year
CARLA STALNAKER
Clinton County
The Robert E. Burdine Office of the Year Award recognizes a line officer who has exemplified the highest standards of the
profession by the specific accomplishments and/or contributions to his/her department. Carla Stalnaker, Clinton County
Probation, exemplifies these very qualities.
Carla has worked as a Juvenile Probation Officer since 1999 and has been a member of IPCSA since 2000. It has been said that
she would not be in any other profession because of the love for the job. Throughout the years, Carla has developed a wealth of
knowledge in juvenile probation, lives the job, and is always ready and prepared to answer the call, after hours, even when inconvenient. For 16 years, Carla has shouldered the responsibility of making detention decisions, which involves interviewing
parties in person, at whatever time of night, without complaint.
From 2010-2012, Carla was Co-Chair of the Circuit’s Juvenile Action Committee and facilitated monthly information sharing
meetings between probation officers and social service agencies. At these meetings, she would arrange for a different speaker to
provide relevant information and new resources.
Carla is continually doing research. One result of the research manifested itself in an improvement in Clinton County
Probation’s Social History Reports. Being aware of current trends, Carla incorporated the “Juvenile Victimization Questionnaire” and “Adverse Childhood Experience” testing results to provide beneficial information to the Court. Carla has a thorough
understanding of juvenile statutes and DSM standards. She lays the groundwork early on in the supervision of her cases by
establishing rapport with the juveniles and their parents/guardians due, in part, to the outgoing nature of her personality.
Carla knows how to talk to people and consequently is able to develop trusting relationships early on in the supervision process.
juveniles and adults respect her because she is invested in them and is, therefore trusted by them when she has to hold them
accountable for their actions. In a true testament to the Robert E. Burdine’s legacy, Carla has cultivated positive and productive
networking relationships within the Circuit. She has become the “go-to” Juvenile Officer and is often contacted for assistance by
other juvenile probation officers, CMO’s, and local law enforcement for always having the answer.
Carla is certified to facilitate Aggression Replacement Therapy, Thinking for a Change, Jump Start, Parenting Your Out of
Control Teen, and Moral Reconation Therapy. Carla has been appointed to the Circuit’s Juvenile Justice Council and has been a
presenter at conferences speaking on the subjects of social histories, the detention of juveniles, and a local cutting edge
development of pretrial assessments for juveniles. Carla has also been recently
appointed to the local Regional Truancy Board.
Carla has unlimited energy and talent and shares both with all whom come into
contact. She is a team player and is incredibly creative and innovative. Her keen
wit and sense of humor aides in the development of positive relationships. She
knows no limits and welcomes all challenges.
Congratulations Carla Stalnaker, Clinton County Probation, as this year’s 2015
recipient of the Robert Burdine Probation Officer of the Year Award.
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S. William Ettinger Award Field of Service
Tina Varney
Kendall County
Throughout her career, Tina Varney has sought out information and direction on how to do things better for both the clients and the community.
She is not beholden to the old ways of doing things and constantly and consistently attends training, reads the research, and collaborates with
other practitioners in the field to improve her skills. She not only asks why, she asks why not? And then finds a way to get it done. Tina has the
highest expectations for herself and expects the same of her team and her colleagues. Since becoming the Director in her jurisdiction seven years
or so ago, she has guided her department through many changes in how they do business. According to the Chief Judge of her jurisdiction, she
was ‘critical to the implementation and success of their electronic monitoring, pretrial services, MST and T4C programs.’ Effecting these changes and the corresponding culture change within her department and with other stakeholders in her county took time, but was crucial in helping her
jurisdiction rise to the forefront of the implementation of the Effective Caseworks Model across the State of Illinois.
Additionally, Tina recognized a need for pretrial services, especially as they relate to domestic and other crimes of violence. She applied for and
received a grant to start a pretrial services program in her jurisdiction. This program has been instrumental in helping her county’s judges and
state’s attorneys understand and recognize which offenders are at high risk and address their cases appropriately to provide for victim and community safety as well as offender treatment and skill development.
Tina not only focuses on the local jurisdiction, but has volunteered her time for several years to be a valued part of the team assisting the Administrative Office of Illinois Courts in planning the annual CMO Symposium. This Symposium is a conference dedicated to helping the CMO’s and
supervisors in our field stay apprised of changes in the field, research, and supervision standards of both adult and juvenile offenders. In doing
so, Tina is a leader amoung leaders and shows her dedication to the idea “train the trainers.” Additionally she has been a part of the AOIC
working group dedicated to evaluating and refining the Annual Plan process to make these documents a meaningful guide for probation and court
service department across the state.
There is no doubt Tina sets the bar high. But you may be asking yourself, what does this have to do with the Ettinger? After all, this award is for
presented to an individual who, in the opinion of the Executive Board, has exemplified the highest degree of dedication and service to the
Association. So I shared all of this background stuff to illustrate that the person we see here is not a fluke. She, like the namesake for this award,
enthusiastically enjoys working with the Association and not only meets that standard, but smashes it to bits.
Tina and her supervisors recognized that front line supervisors in our field needed a forum to network about issues relevant to their positions and
needs. To that end, they helped create a Supervisor Discussion and Development Group which met biannually. Out of this workgroup came the
realization that middle manager have unique needs that were not being adequately addressed in other venues. As a result, she approached the
IPCSA Executive Board and AOIC with an innovative idea-collaborate to create a Middle Managers Training Track with workshops held both at
conference and in regional locations. Without her organization skills, dedication, and desire this program may not have come to fruition.
Furthermore, Tina was a member of the Substance Abuse Committee in the early 2000s. In April 2012, she became a co-chair of the newly
formed Officer Safety and Wellness Committee. As a Chair, she has truly excelled! She is an amazing go-getter who has been one of the primary
forces behind officer self-defense training, firearms safety training, and pepper spray certification workshops as well as the Basic Home Visit
Safety Training which is held at the ILEAS facility in Urbana. This committee is also focused on officer health and wellbeing. To that end, they
sponsor the Get Up and Go and Biggest Loser fitness contests. Tina is instrumental in organizing a fitness related activity or venue for attendees
at each IPCSA conference. Additionally, her circuit hosted a conference, which as you can tell by looking around you right now is no small
undertaking.
In 2013, Tina decided she had not given nearly enough back to the field and the Association, so she ran for the position of Secretary and took
office on January 1, 2014. Simply put, she is an amazing addition to the Executive Board. She is organized (no surprise people who know her),
thoughtful, and determined to keep the best interests of the Association and our field as a top priority. She keeps us all on task! In her role on the
Board, she helped create the new group rate plan and has been the driving force in our ongoing efforts to create a CMO Mentor Program. She has
hosted regional meetings in her jurisdiction and is among the first to volunteer to help with special projects like the IPCSA Facebook page, the
Outlook, and the IPCSA website.
Congratulations Tina Varney, Kendall County Director, as this year’s 2015 recipient of the S. William Ettinger Field of Dedication/Service to the
Association Award.
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Frank Calkins
Committee Member of the Year Award
Michelle Merz
Vermilion County
The Frank Calkins Committee Member of the Year Award was named in honor of Frank Calkins who was a Probation Officer in
Adams County and a member of the Substance Abuse Committee for 14 years. He showed support to the Association through his
work on the Substance Abuse Committee and contributions to his department and community.
Michelle Merz has succeeded in doing just that. She has been a Probation Officer for eight years and a member of IPCSA just as
long. Michelle is a graduate of Illinois State University. She obtained a Masters Degree from Florida Metropolitan University
with a concentration in Criminal Justice. From 2004-2006, she worked for Catholic Charities. From 2006-2007, Michelle
worked as a Juvenile Mental Health Counselor at The Center for Children Services. In October 2007, she became a fulltime
Probation Officer in Vermilion County. There Michelle worked as a Presentence Investigation Officer before becoming the Interstate Compact Officer. Outside of that she also runs women’s COG groups. We all know how difficult it can be to work with
women who have had a lot of trauma in their lives and have to get them to open up. It’s a huge trust issue. Michelle has the
ability to make women feel safe, build self-worth, and create a feeling of accomplishment. The women in the group want to
engage and learn how to make better choices. Michelle is also looking to be trained in anger management in order to develop a
program for her department.
In addition to her responsibilities at Vermilion County Probation, Michelle has also been just as dedicated to the Association.
She served as Co-Chair of the Program Committee from 2012-2014 when she had to step down as Chair due to expanding her
family. However she continued to work behind the scenes getting conferences set up. Michelle has been known to go that extra
mile to ensure a successfully conference.
Michelle Merz, has encompassed the very description of this award. She is dedicated to building up her department as well as
IPCSA. Congratulations Michelle Merz, Vermilion County Probation, as this year’s 2015 recipient of the Frank Calkins Award.
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Michael Rohan Innovative
Leadership Award
Peggy Carey
DeKalb County Court Services
The DeKalb County Early Risk Assessment Project (ERAP) was implemented in 2014. This County has an active Juvenile Justice
Council that is a true collaboration of system players, service providers, and the community. The Juvenile Justice Coordinator,
Peggy Carey, has provided leadership and guidance focused on implementing best practices to address juvenile delinquency issues
in the community. Through the efforts of Peggy Carey and the Juvenile Justice Council Chairperson, a grant was applied for and
received from the Illinois Juvenile Justice Commission that provided the funding for this new and innovative program. ERAP’s
objective is to keep kids out of the juvenile justice system and put them on a path for positive outcomes. In order to accomplish
this, the program was designed to screen kids eligible for a station adjustment by law enforcement or for truancy services from the
Regional Office of Education. Orbis was brought in to train those “gatekeepers” to use the YASI pre-screen on the kids with whom
they have contact. Juvenile Police Officers and Truancy Outreach Workers throughout the county were invited to participate in a
multi-day training on how to administer the YASI pre-screen. Additionally, two service providers were trained to conduct the YASI
full-assessment and were selected to provide services to the referred youth.
Youth assessed as low risk on the pre-screen are not referred for services, thereby not increasing their risk. The kids get a minor
consequence and the case is closed. Youth assessed as moderate/high are referred to one of the sub-contractors/service providers
for the full assessment and services targeted to their high risk needs. Initially, getting buy-in from the police to do the pre-screens
was challenging. It was a new concept for them and the first year got off to a slow start with 38 kids who were arrested for the first
time going through the program.
A second grant was secured from the Illinois Juvenile Justice Commission in 2015 to continue the program. Although funding was
not included for the truancy piece, a partnership was developed with the Juvenile Justice Council and the local mental health board
to provide the funding needed for the Regional Office of Education to continue administering the YASI pre-screen. Recently, Peggy
and the Juvenile Justice Council Chair initiated meetings with the police to discuss their concerns. After these meetings, the police
wholeheartedly voiced their support for the program. With their input and agreement of the full Juvenile Justice Council, some
changes were made to the program in the second year that expanded the program to include all kids arrested for the first time, not
just those eligible for a station adjustment (excluding sex offenses, firearms offenses and serious violent offenses).
Although, the police are no longer administering the pre-screen, the service providers are doing them, the police are securing the
release of information and completing a referral form to include any/all information the service providers need to know to
accurately score the pre-screen and full YASI. The short-term data is promising – 81% of the kids referred to the DeKalb County
“Early Risk Assessment Project (ERAP) were diverted from the court system. Low risk cases received no services while Moderate/
High risk received the targeted services at no cost. The ERAP program is building momentum and is supported and endorsed by
all of the stake-holders – including the police and State Attorney’s Office.
The ERAP program has opened the lines of communication in the county on what causes delinquency, the risk/need/responsivity
principles, incentives, and the importance of outcome data. ERAP allows us to target our limited resources to address those kids
who most need services, and we have a deliberate, collaborative plan in place towards the prevention/reduction of delinquent
behaviors while increasing the quality of life for youth and families.
Congratulations ERAP and Program Coordinator Peggy Carey, as this year’s 2015 recipient of the Michael Rohan Innovative
Leadership Award.
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Exemplary Service Award
Amy Guy
The Wellness Loft
The Exemplary Service Award is presented to the individual from the
community, who, in the opinion of the Executive Board, has served to
further probation and court services through their dedication and
commitment within the private sector.
Amy Guy recently had a Facebook cover that reads: “We Rise by Lifting Others”, and a post that contained the
following quote, “Never, never be afraid to do what’s right, especially if the well-being of a person or animal is at stake.
Society’s punishments are small compared to the wounds we inflict on our soul when we look the other way.” These
quotes truly sum up Amy’s work ethic. Amy began working with the Effingham County Probation Department in
2006 when she she assisted in securing licensing from the Department of Alcohol and Substance Abuse in an effort to
provide free substance abuse treatment to Drug Court Program participants. She left her role as the primary clinician
for the program to become a contractual trainer for DCFS, specializing in childhood trauma. However, she continued
to serve as the Director of Counseling providing quality assurance and oversight-while, receiving no monetary
compensation for her endless hours of service. Eventually Amy opened her own business, The Wellness Loft. The
Wellness Loft offers a strength based therapy approach that creates a sense of HOPE & PEACE by helping people focus on the positive, the effective and reasonable solutions that are available. Her passion is to help people of all ages
find wellness and peace. The Wellness Loft assists in promoting positive outcomes for people facing life’s challenges.
The therapeutic relationship focuses on building trust, working together, and focusing on the positives to promote
change and healing. The entire staff at the Loft truly believes in helping people turn inward and search inside themselves for what can help them achieve health, happiness, and peace.
Amy has created The Wellness Loft as a place where people can go, where they can just BE instead of DO. Contrary to
popular belief, she welcomes anyone to The Wellness Loft to just hang out and discover peace, even if they are without
any major problems! And this is so true. Although Amy has not provided direct service to the drug court program’s
first graduates since 2008, you can still find a number of them frequenting the Wellness Loft. Some are there because
they need that occasional assistance as they continue to face life’s challenges; but, many come just to focus on the
positive so they can continue to promote change and healing. And, to this day, Amy has opened her doors to these
initial graduates and provided a peaceful environment to just talk, or on occasion provide “clinical services” without
charging them a dime. In 2009, Effingham County Probation partnered with The Wellness Loft to provide clinical
services to juveniles and their families participating in the Redeploy program. Because of the services made possible
through the grant, The Wellness Loft allowed us to utilize these services with probationer’s that did not qualify for
redeploy programming-again, extending services without expecting compensation. Her intervention with these
high risk/high needs kids has far exceeded clinical services. Amy has created an atmosphere where juveniles and
their families feel safe and actually “look forward to their appointments.” Amy personally provides her contact information to the kids and families and makes herself available 24/7. She has personally responded to the homes of our
redeploy kids during crisis situations. On more than one occasion, she has single handedly diffused situations to
avoid our kids from being detained. She is known as our own JDAI initiative. Law Enforcement Officers have stated
on more than one occasion that they welcomed her assistance and can’t believe the “magic” she works with the families involved.
Amy has made the Loft our community “safe haven” for kids to go. She has been known to provide clothing, food, and
school supplies to those she counsels. She also allows kids to use the “Wellness Loft” as a place for them to “rest” or
“nap” when the home circumstances are such where sleep is nearly impossible. In 2013, Effingham County Probation
again partnered with The Wellness Loft for the Adult Redeploy Initiative to add Mental Health and Veteran’s Courts
to our list of problem solving courts. The staff at the Loft are responsible for creating and implementing programs
that assist with offender/victim mediation, promote community wellness by engaging in pro-social community
activities and partnering with the Humane Society to implement “Animal Therapy” with the mentally ill and veteran
suffering from PTSD. In addition, the Loft has been instrumental in forming a steering committee to assist with the
creation of (NAMI) National Alliance for the Mentally Ill Support Group.”
Congratulations Amy Guy, Wellness Loft, as this year’s 2015 recipient of the Exemplary Service Award.
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Legislative Service Award
Michael Tardy
Administrative Office
of the Illinois Courts
The Legislative Service Award is presented to an individual who has worked diligently to benefit the field of Probation
and Court Services on the legislative front. This year's recipient is Director Michael Tardy, Administrative Office of
Illinois Courts. Director Tardy works tirelessly to assist probation and court services departments on all levels from
training to funding. He is an outspoken advocate for our profession. Director Tardy is well known in Springfield and
has testified alongside the Chief Justice of the Illinois Supreme Court every year to urge full funding of the Judicial
Branch, especially Probation Services. I have personally heard his testimony and witnessed his passion for our field
and the work that we do. As we met individually with various legislators, so too did Director Tardy. As he has been
heard to say many, many times, “Probation Works!”
Michael J. Tardy was appointed Director of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts on January 17, 2012, after
serving as Acting Director since September 2011. Mr. Tardy has served in both clinical and administrative positions
within the Illinois Judicial Branch for the past 33 years. He initially worked for the Circuit Court of Cook County Social
Service Department, where he served in various administrative capacities. In 1988, he joined the Administrative
Office’s Probation Services Division where he served as the supervisor of field services. He was promoted to Associate
Director for the Probation Services Division in 1996, In 2002, Mr. Tardy was appointed Executive Assistant to the
Director of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts.
The Administrative Director serves as secretary to the Illinois Courts Commission as well as ex officio member of the
Illinois Judicial Conference and the Supreme Court Historical Preservation Commission. Additional memberships:
Illinois Sentencing Policy Advisory Council; Offender Risk and Needs Assessment (RANA) Task Force; Juvenile Crime
Enforcement Coalition; National Association of Social Workers; and Academy of Certified Social Workers (ASCW).
Mr. Tardy earned a Bachelor’s Degree from DePaul University and a Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from the
University of Illinois at Chicago. For the past ten years, he has served as a part-time faculty member at Loyola University Chicago in the Criminal Justice Department. Mr. Tardy is married to Michele and has three sons.
Congratulations Director Michael Tardy, Administrative Office of Illinois Courts, as this year’s 2015 recipient of the
Legislative Service Award.
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Michael Shaughnessy Superior
Service Award
SUE KORPAI
Lake County
The Micheal Shaughnessy Superior Service Award is presented to the individual
who, in the opinion of the Executive Board, has demonstrated superior service to
the department, the Association and the field of Probation prior to his/her
retirement.
Sue Korpai has worked in probation for a very, very, very long time. She obtained
her Bachelor’s Degree at Northern Illinois University. While working in the field,
she decided to go back to school and obtain her Master’s Degree from Jane Adams
School of Social Work. Upon entering college, she knew her career would revolve
around helping juveniles and their families.
Upon graduating from college, Sue obtained employment at the Lake County
Probation Department in 1978. She has worked in probation, detention, and in Lake County’s residential program as a
Therapist and Manager. She also worked with the department interns to get them ready for their career working in the Criminal
Justice field. This kind of dedication led to her becoming the Superintendent of Lake County Juvenile Detention. Sue has
worked with families, schools, treatment providers, law enforcement, other probation departments, and community partnerships to better the lives of juveniles, their families and their communities.
Sue first became a member of IPCSA 38 years ago as an intern. By 2006, she took on the role as Co-Chair of the Detention
Committee. She remained Co-Chair of the committee until her retirement from Lake County. It takes a person who is dedicated
to the advancement of the field to commit time as a Chair. It is a position one volunteers for and Sue did it well. She voiced her
opinion to ensure she was doing what she could to keep juveniles and their communities safe.
Sue’s past accomplishments include receiving the following awards: 1992 JOA Juvenile Justice Award, 2006 IPCSA William C.
Albertson Award, 2015 19th Judicial Leadership Of Excellence Award, and 2015- Lake County JOA Hall of Fame Award.
Congratulations Sue Korpai, Lake County Juvenile Detention (retired), as this year’s 2015 recipient of the Michael Shaughnessy
Superior Service Award.
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TREATMENT ALTERNATIVE COURT-BEST
PRACTICES IN MOTION
BY LAURA AYE P.O./SPECIALTY COURTS/GRUNDY COUNTY
A Court that generally addresses only one or a few areas of law or has only specifically defined powers is
commonly referred to as a Specialty court. Specialty courts are not a new concept and make up the bulk of
courts in the United States. They include juvenile, traffic, misdemeanor, and civil courts. 1 In 1989, a team of
justice professionals in the Miami-Dade area were constantly seeing the same defendants appear time and
again in their courts. Tired of the revolving door, they came up with a concept that combined drug treatment
with the structure and accountability of a court. This was the first Drug Court and the model has expanded
exponentially since then.2 Also called Treatment Alternative Courts (TAC), these types of specialty courts
have grown to include Drug Court, Mental Health Court and Veteran’s Court. Each of these courts utilizes a
multidisciplinary team of dedicated professionals working together to benefit clients by combining legal,
clinical, clinical and supervision services. TAC has been proven to work when using best practices.
An example of best practices at work can be seen in Grundy County. In 2005, the Circuit Judge Robert
Marsaglia was approached by Sheldon Sobol, who, at that time, was the Grundy County State Attorney, and
Probation Officer LuAnn Ishmael. They suggested that this county would benefit by creating a Drug
Court. Judge Marsaglia agreed and the three of them went to their first training in Nashville to get more
information. By 2006, Drug Court was implemented in Grundy County.
The Grundy County Drug Court, referred to as TAC, has grown over the last nine years and has experienced
success in educating clients about sobriety and becoming productive citizens for the rest of their lives. In
doing so, the TAC team has reduced incarceration and saved taxpayers thousands of dollars that can be better
used in the community rather than simply warehousing and labeling inmates in the Illinois Department of
Corrections.
The Grundy County TAC is a team approach. Unlike traditional probation, a probation officer is just a small
part of the team that is led by the Judge and joined by the State’s Attorney, Public Defender, Case Manager,
Law Enforcement Officers, and Clinical Treatment Providers. Once a week, the team has a staffing to
compare notes and discuss each client, case by case, and advocate for what they perceive as best for each
client. Each team member brings something different to the table, so there is often debates prior to court. But
a consensus is always reached prior convening court. The main objective is always to act in the client’s best
interest. TAC encourages clients to battle their addictions and their mental illnesses by gradually changing
their way of thinking. The team is consistent in guiding these clients in a positive direction, while giving them
any help that they may need both physically and emotionally. It can be a balancing act being supportive,
while still holding each individual responsible for their own personal decisions.
Drug Court Model Best Practices encourages the use of both incentives and sanctions as tools to assist our
clients, while encouraging them to take baby steps towards their lifelong goals. At any given TAC Hearing,
you may see someone receive a sanction, such as jail time for a negative choice made, while another client
may receive an incentive such as a gift card for a job well done. At no time does anyone receive a sanction
based on their addiction. This is often contrary to the practices of the traditional Criminal Justice System.
Additional best practices tools used in TAC are MRT and Thinking for a Change. These are two additional
classes that may be offered to the clients to give them a new way of thinking and problem solving in their day
to day lives.
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The proactive trend continued in Grundy County when Judge Lance Peterson began to research the benefits for
Mental Health Court in 2014. What he found was alarming. Furthermore, incarcerating people with serious
mental illnesses “is expensive and results in negative outcomes for clients, their families and their communities.”3 According to a 2006 study published by the Justice Department’s Bureau of Justice statistics, “more than
half of all prison and jail inmates, including 56 percent of state prisoners, 45 percent of federal prisoners and 64
percent of local jail inmates, were found to have a mental health problems.” When broken down by gender,
“female inmates had higher rates of mental health problems than male inmates -- in state prisons, 73 percent of
females and 55 percent of males; in federal prisons, 61 percent of females and 44 percent of males; and in local
jails, 75 percent of females and 63 percent of males.”4 Furthermore, approximately “15 percent of men and 31
percent of women in jail have a serious mental illness (Steadman et al., 2009). It is estimated that each year
more than 1.1 million people diagnosed with mental illnesses are arrested in the United States (Steadman et al.
2009; Federal Bureau of Investigation, 2009). Roughly three-quarters of these individuals are expected to also
experience co-occurring substance use disorders, which increase their likelihood of becoming involved in the
justice system (Teplin, 1994; Abram et al., 2003).”3
Mental Health Court was implemented in Grundy County in February 2015. Another dedicated team of
professionals was formed with the sole goal of advocating for the mentally ill with respect and education rather
than incarceration. In Grundy County, the participants in drug court and mental health court understand that a
successful termination in their program will result in a dismissal of their charges. Each participant is given
deferred judgement on their case, where they have a sentence with a disposition of IDOC attached. It is
reinforced week after week that each team member is there to help them at every step of the program. This
may be the first time that these clients have experienced such support.
Personally, I am proud to be a small part of the Specialty Courts or TAC of Grundy County thanks to the
progressive thinking of Judge Robert Marsaglia, Judge Lance Peterson, Judge Sheldon Sobol and the now retired Probation Officer LuAnn Ishmael. Time will only tell how successful these courts will become. There’s
very strong evidence to remain optimistic. To quote Judge Lance Peterson, “It’s a marathon, not a sprint.”
1. The Free Dictionary (website). http://legal-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/special+courts
2. National Association of Drug Court Professionals (website). http://www.nadcp.org/learn/what-are-drug-courts/drug-court-history
3. Judges Guide to Mental Health Diversion. (website). http://www.prainc.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/MHD-preview.pdf
4. James, D. and Glaze, L. STUDY FINDS MORE THAN HALF OF ALL PRISON AND JAIL INMATES HAVE MENTAL HEALTH
PROBLEMS (press release). Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs. September 6, 2006. BJS0606. http://ojp.gov/newsroom/
pressreleases/2006/BJS06064.htm
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2015 Family Feud Winners: Justin’s Team
Justin Brock, Gail Westerhoff; Jen Hoffman,
Valetta Franks; Wendy Venvertloh and Curtis
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Special “Thanks” to Ashley Hammer for creating the
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Clinton County Probation
Officers:
Carla Stalnaker
Christy Foster
Rachal Varel
2015 Fall Conference Glow
Dance Award for
“Glowing the Most”
Member Spotlight: Lorenzo Florentino-Cook County Juvenile Probation
Lorenzo Fiorentino has been with the Cook County Juvenile Probation Department since 1995. He was assigned as a Field
Officer in various units that cover different neighborhoods of Chicago as well as his last assignment was with the Juvenile
Sex Offender Unit. In April 2015, Lorenzo was promoted to Supervisor and assigned to the CPD 15 unit which covers the west
side of the city. Lorenzo is currently working on obtaining his Master of Arts Degree in Human Services Administration
from Concordia College to further his opportunities in probation.
Lorenzo served in the Illinois Army National Guard since 1988 and, after September 11th, Lorenzo took a leave of absence
from the probation department in order to go active duty. During his period of active duty, Lorenzo had a variety of assignments which included a year in Afghanistan and New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. During the course of a twenty one
year period Lorenzo has received approximately 43 decorations, awards and citations which include receiving
The Bronze Star. He retired in 2009 as a Major in the Military Police Corp and returned to the Cook County
Probation Department.
In addition to working for the probation department and serving our country, Lorenzo had worked part-time
for a variety of west suburban police departments but the majority of time was with the Village of River Grove.
It was from this department that he retired this year as a Lieutenant.
As busy as Lorenzo had been during his career he has found time to spend with his wife of 25 years and their two children. It
was because of the support of his family that Lorenzo has been able to accomplish all that he has.
Article Submitted by Mary Joe Herner, Cook County Juvenile Probation
Honorary Membership
The Executive Board continues to invite members of the Association who have retired after a
minimum of ten (10) years of probation or court services employment to be eligible for a lifetime
membership to the Association. If you or someone within your department would like to be
considered for Honorary Membership a written petition must be submitted to the Executive Board
for approval. If you have additional questions regarding Honorary Membership please contact one
of your board members. To submit a written petition please forward to:
Illinois Probation and Court Services Association
P.O. Box 474
Effingham, IL 62401
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IPCSA BUSINESS MEETING
IPCSA Membership Business Meeting Minutes– Fall 2015, Effingham, Illinois
10/23/2015 – 9:00am
Executive Board in Attendance: Greg Barrett, Tracy Burke-Carriere, Chris English, Margi Gilmour, Mark
Krueger, John McCabe, Deborah Norman, Cheryl Meyers, Bob Shafer, Cassy Taylor, and Tina Varney
Call Meeting to Order/President’s Comments: President Burke-Carriere called the meeting to order at
9:00am. President Burke-Carriere expressed appreciation to the Program Committee, Executive Board, and
4th Judicial Circuit for their hard work towards a successful conference. Appreciation plaques were presented
in absentia to the following; Laura Cooper-Christian County, Randy Brandmeyer-Clinton County, Renee PrideMarion County, and Jyl Fathauer-Shelby County. Appreciation plaques were presented in person to the
following; Curtis Leib-Clay County, Cheryl Meyers-Effingham County, Dora Griffith-Jasper County, Meredith
Stewart-Fayette County, and Banee Ulrici-Montgomery County. On behalf of the 4th Judicial Circuit, Curtis
Leib expressed appreciation for all staff for their hard work and the association for their continued good
work.
Announce Upcoming Conferences: President Burke-Carriere announced future conference sites as follows;
Spring 2016 – 4/26/16-4/29/16 in Utica, Illinois hosted by the 13th Judicial Circuit and Fall 2016 – tentatively scheduled to be hosted by Cook County Juvenile and Cook County Social. Fall 2016 conference location is
tentatively scheduled for Tinley Park, Illinois on a date to be announced. President Burke-Carriere asked
members to contact President-Elect Krueger with interest in hosting in 2016 or 2017.
Last Call for raffle and 50/50 tickets: Last call was made prior to the start of the meeting.
Legislative Report: Governmental Relations Officer McCabe discussed HB1 and the Heroin Task Force that
passed this year. He requested members forward suggestions for any changes to him so if there are things
that need fixing it can be attached through a trailer bill. Governmental Relations Officer McCabe reported this
year is an election year and encouraged all members to reach out to their legislators in order to be heard.
President Burke-Carriere expressed appreciation for the opportunity to watch Mr. McCabe in person while
working in Springfield. She expressed appreciation for the relationships Mr. McCabe has formulated over the
years on behalf of the Association.
Statewide Representative Report: Statewide Representative Barrett explained that the Association has
been hosting region meetings for approximately two years in an effort to increase the transparency of board
activities. The meetings have been well received and well attended with ideas for board initiatives originating at the meetings. The next Region 1 meeting is scheduled for 12/4/15 at 10:00am at a location to be
determined and announced. Regions 2 and 3 meetings will be scheduled and invitations sent out. Statewide
Representative Barrett encouraged members to reach out to the Region Representatives with ideas or
questions.
Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Taylor thanked members for their support and reported the Association is in
good financial standing. This conference netted $1,420.00 from the merchandise table, $1,292.50 from the
raffle for the local charity and $100.00 from the Substance Abuse Committee for the local charity. Lastly, the
winner of the 50/50 raffle will receive $214.00.
Representative Chair Report: Representative Chair Norman reported the conference was a great success
and thanked all Committee Chairs for the continued work on behalf of the Association.
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Committee Reports: Representative Chair Norman facilitated the following reports;
Awards: Chair Tom Gregory thanked the committee and the Executive Board for their work with all
of the awards this year. Chair Gregory encouraged members to nominate their co-workers for the
good work they are doing. Nomination forms will be sent out in Summer 2016. Chair Gregory
welcomed new member Christine Ceresa and reported that although he will remain on the committee, he will be stepping down as Chair due to his commitments as JDAI Liaison and Legislative Chair.
CMO: Co-Chair Krueger reported a great turnout at the meeting this week and welcomed new
Co-Chair Cassy Taylor to the committee. He reported that the committee discussed beginning the
County Annual Plans based upon the draft that has been previously sent out. Anyone who has not
received it can contact Co-Chair Krueger for a copy. Co-Chair Krueger discussed the Juvenile Probation Committee chaired by Mary Joe Herner, Cook County and the pending CMO Mentoring program
that is being developed.
Detention: Co-Chair Connie Kaiser reported that Brian Brown, Superintendent from Peoria has been
named as the new Co-Chair of the committee to replace retired Co-Chair Sue Korpai. The committee
met twice since the Spring conference and has had good attendance at each meeting. They have been
discussing the new laws that take effect 1/1/16. Co-Chair Kaiser reported an expectation that the
numbers of youth that are detained will increase as will the average length of stay. She reported
having spoken with Rob Vickery of the Illinois Juvenile Justice Commission who explained that the
DOJJ standards are with Peg Robertson and the new AOIC standards are being worked on. They have
been working on PREA standards and are considering some detention training tracks. IBARJ is
currently inside 4 Illinois facilities and the committee is also working together with the new Juvenile
Probation committee. Lastly, Co-Chair Kaiser reported facilities around the state have been working
on a similar project with their residents that will help raise funds for cancer charities. The next meeting will be in Bloomington at the end of March 2016.
Domestic Violence and Victims Concerns: No report presented.
Gender Responsive: Mary Stoczynski reported the committee is working on a transgender training
and fundraising activity for Fall 2016. They will be meeting before Spring 2016.
Interstate/Intrastate: Sharon Klapperich reported the committee met Wednesday and discussed the
Probation Services Fee form. In addition, the committee is discussing Inter/Intrastate best practices.
Their next meeting will be Spring 2016. Chair Klapperich encouraged interested members to contact
her with questions or to join the committee.
Juvenile Probation: Co-Chair Mary Joe Herner reported the meeting was well attended by probation
and detention. She reported other committee Co-Chairs are Jana Haskins and Kimberli Lindstrom.
Membership: Co-Chair Ashley Armstrong reported 855 current Association members. Of those, 121
are new and 25 honorary. The committee hosted the new member reception on Wednesday with 7 of
the 31 new members registered for conference, attending. There was a successful membership drive
in Cook County recently, with another one scheduled for 11/18/15. The Association’s trifold was
recently updated by committee member Melissa Smith. There will be a new 5 for 5 article request
coming out soon and the committee will be meeting next via teleconference in the near future.
Nominations/Elections: Co-Chair Frank Morelli announced the following positions and candidates
for election; Secretary-Tina Varney, Treasurer-Cassy Taylor, Region 1 (contested)-Margi Gilmour and
Gary Jakubowski, and Region 3-Randy Brandmeyer. The official results are as follows; Secretary-Tina
Varney, Treasurer-Cassy Taylor, Region 1-Margi Gilmour, and Region 3-Randy Brandmeyer. Co-Chair
Morelli reported at the Spring 2016 conference nominations will be accepted for the following
positions; Region 2, Statewide and President-Elect.
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Officer Safety and Wellness: Co-Chair Mic Seward reported the committee has facilitated a couple of
wellness initiatives. The Get Up & Go campaign had 7 participants, who were presented with certificates. Winners in 3 of the 6 categories were announced; Heidi Furry, Vermilion County-Advanced
Female with 129.8 miles, Audra Puleo, DeKalb County-Intermediate Female and Brian VanMeter,
Kendall County-Beginner Male. Co-Chair Seward explained that the committee is expanding the
competition to include all walking or running miles throughout the year. The second wellness
initiative was the Biggest Loser, which had 20 participants. All participants were presented with a
certificate, with the following winners announced; Deborah Norman, Lake County-Individual Female
(also received a $50.00 check) and Rob Wyre, Champaign County-Individual Male (also received a
$50.00 check) and Champaign County as the Circuit winner with 10 participants receiving individual
medals; Teresa Zebe, Tanya Wall, Janet Wells, Betsy Carper, Lacy Busboom, Max White, Amanda
Wells, Nicki Roelfs, Rob Wyre, and Joe Gordon. Co-Chair Seward reported the committee hosted a HV
Safety training in September 2015 and will be sending out registration information for the April 2016
session. The committee is also selling a safety related book as a resource for departments and
Co-Chair Seward thanked the Executive Board for approving the up-front money for the books.
Pretrial: Co-Chair Marty Offutt- Gruber reported it is an exciting time to work in pretrial. There are
several recent evidence-based studies on the topic of pretrial that have been published. Some of
those studies have looked at money bail not correlating with pretrial misconduct, small amount of
incarceration having a negative effect, and pretrial assessments. Cook, Kane and McLean Counties
will be participating in a pilot program of a new assessment tool. AOIC will be facilitating pretrial
specific trainings for practitioners, judges and attorneys. The committee is planning a training for
Spring 2016 with the help of NAPSA. The 2016 NAPSA conference will be held in Fall in Utah. Lastly,
the committee has also developed a list of all pretrial practitioners in Illinois.
Program: Co-Chair Tina Quick thanked the 4th Circuit for hosting this conference, the staff and
Director of the Thelma Keller Conference Center and the Executive Board. The committee met on
Wednesday and had two new members join. The Spring 2016 conference will be in Utica and Fall
2016 in Cook County. Next week the committee will be visiting locations in Tinley Park, Illinois for
Fall 2016. Co-Chair Quick reported conference surveys are really important so that the committee can
make improvements. She announced Sharon Klapperich as the survey prize winner and asked that
members forward training ideas to her.
Research: Chair Lisa Aust reported the committee met this week and discussed placing more emphasis on establishing a community of interested people via email format. Given cutbacks on travel it is
believed this avenue will allow more people to participate. She discussed the pending AOIC statistical
collection project that in theory will allow people to query the data. She is hoping to have a demonstration at the Fall 2016 conference. The committee also continues to work with ICJIA to look at their
available information. She discussed the 4th Circuit’s research project of implementing SPSS that will
allow more data analysis of outcomes. They plan to utilize this data tool to determine efficacy of their
service providers.
Resource: Chair Margi Gilmour reported the conference had 17 vendors with BI, Arrowhead and
Siemens sponsoring breaks, Rosecrance sponsoring the new member reception, and Goodin, CAM,
and SCRAM sponsoring the Family Feud game. Goodin, Rosecrance, Smart Start, and Great Lakes Lab
all presented giveaways at lunch on Thursday. Chair Gilmour thanked all vendors for their continued
support of the Association.
Sex Offender: Member Greg Barrett reported there are a lot of sex offender officers on their committee, but members do not have to be assigned specifically to sex offender caseloads to benefit from
committee membership. They meet 4 times each year and work closely with John McCabe regarding
legislation. Member Barrett encouraged members to reach out to Co-Chairs or committee members
for information.
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CON’T
Substance Abuse: Co-Chair Christine Winters reported Bob Grimer from Gateway presented at their
committee meeting this week and discussed co-occurring disorders and treatment. The committee
currently sponsors the substance abuse awareness contest and they still have some packets. They
are working on an idea for an IPCSA calendar as a fundraiser and continue to provide lots of
brochures and pamphlets at each conference. They have a cash-n-carry table along with a silent
auction and at this conference had a guessing game contest. The committee hosted a training at this
conference with Dr. Jeremy Jewel of Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville who discussed
substance abuse and ADHD.. The committee will meet again on 12/9/15 in LaSalle. Those unable to
attend in person can join via conference call.
Technology: No report presented.
Representative Chair Norman presented Sue Korpai from Detention Committee and Tracy Burke-Carriere of
Substance Abuse Committee with plaques for the years of chairing their respective committees.
Representative Chair Norman expressed appreciation for all committee members and their participation
advancing the work throughout the committees.
Present Charity with Donation: President Burke-Carriere called Christine Winters, Co-Chair of the
Substance Abuse Committee to the podium to present the check to the local charity. Co-Chair Winters then
called Shelby Overbeck, Treasurer of S.T.A.R. to the podium, who then accepted two checks, $1,292.50 and
$100.00 on behalf of her charity. Ms. Overbeck expressed appreciation to the board for the assistance.
Old Business: President Burke-Carriere discussed working with a private company to re-design the Association’s website. The project is well underway and much more user friendly. Members can now check out
committee pages for updates, projects and meeting minutes. The home page has an events calendar and job
listings can be included on the website. The project continues and some of the upcoming changes include,
Executive Board members and Committee Chairs email addresses and membership renewal along with
conference and training online registrations. The Association continues to update the Facebook page and
any request to post social media updates can be forwarded to the Executive Board or Technology Committee.
President Burke-Carriere called for any other old business. After hearing no additional old business items
President Burke-Barrier reported Outlook articles are due no later than 12/15/15 to Cheryl Meyers.
Co-Chair Quick reported training proposals for Spring 2016 are due by 1/31/16, but President BurkeCarriere requested them sooner rather than later.
New Business: President Burke-Carriere asked for any new business. No member brought forward new
business items.
Adjourn: President Burke-Carriere asked for a motion to adjourn. After a motion to adjourn by Gary
Jakubowski, Cook County, a second by Susan Dobbs, 13th Judicial Circuit, no further discussion, the membership voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 10:08am.
Sincerely Submitted,
Tina J. Varney
Secretary
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SPRING CONFERENCE 2016 FEATURED SPEAKER
Major General Peggy C. Combs
Major General Peggy C. Combs, was commissioned a Regular Army second
lieutenant in the United States Army Chemical Corps in May 1985, as a
distinguished military graduate of the Reserve Officer Training Corps
Program at Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York. Throughout her 29
year service tenure, Major General Combs has served in a variety of leadership and staff positions at the tactical, operational and strategic levels.
Tactical assignments include a myriad of diverse staff officer positions at the
battalion, brigade and division level, in the 2nd Armored Division, Fort
Hood, Texas, 25th Infantry Division (Light), Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, the
3rd Infantry Division (Mechanized), Fort Stewart, Georgia, and at the
Maneuver Support Center of Excellence, Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Command assignments include
Commander, Headquarters and Headquarters Company Aviation Brigade, 25th Infantry Division (Light),
Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Commander, 84th Chemical Battalion, and Commander 3rd Chemical Brigade,
Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Major General Combs served at the joint operational level as the Joint Nuclear, Biological and Chemical Operations Officer during Operation Enduring Freedom, for the United States
Central Command (CENTCOM), MacDill AFB, Florida, and as the Chief of Staff for the Iraq Training and
Advisory Mission, United States Forces-Iraq, Baghdad, Iraq. Strategic level assignments include duty at the
National Ground Intelligence Center in Charlottesville, Virginia, and as the Chief, Full Dimension Protection
Division, DCS G8, US Army Pentagon, Washington, DC. Major General Combs served as the Deputy Commanding General, US Army Cadet Command (ROTC) and Fort Knox, Fort Knox, Kentucky. She most recently served as the 27th Chief of Chemical and Commandant, US Army Chemical, Biological, Radiological,
and Nuclear School at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. From 21 May-27 August 2013, Major General Combs
simultaneously served as the Commanding General, US Army Training Center and Fort Jackson, Fort Jackson, South Carolina.
Major General Combs' military education includes the US Army Command and General Staff College, and
the US Army War College. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Syracuse University, a Master of
Science Degree from Saint Mary College, and a Master of Strategic Arts Degree from the US Army War
College.
Major General Combs' awards and decorations include the Army Legion of Merit (three oak leaf clusters), the
Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Bronze Star Medal, the Army Meritorious Service Medal (five oak
leaf clusters), the Joint Service Achievement Medal (one oak leaf cluster), the Army Commendation Medal
(three oak leaf clusters), the Army Achievement Medal (one oak leaf cluster), the Humanitarian Service
Medal, the Iraq Campaign Medal, the Parachutist Badge and the Air Assault Badge.
Also featured at Spring Conference 2016: Workshops on an amazing array of topics
including our Middle Manager’s Training Track with Marvis Meyers, Pepper Spray
Certification, pre-trial supervision, and trauma informed supervision of youth just to name
a few. We will also have the creators of PC Jims and Tracker users’ workshops. Please
submit any questions you may about either of these programs to Tracy Burke-Carriere at
TBCarriere@bureaucounty-il.gov as soon as possible so they can be included in the
workshop.
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SPRING CONFERENCE 2016 FEATURED SPEAKER
Tim’s Story
A six-figure salary, a beautiful home in the suburbs, a loving family – Tim Ryan had it all, then lost it
all because of an addiction to heroin, cocaine, other drugs and alcohol.
For years, Tim had great success in business and in life, despite a habit that was forming around
“drinking and drugging.” But when he added heroin to the mix, Tim’s balancing act spiraled out of
control. Often spending nearly $500 a day to support his opiate habit, his career and relationships
suffered setback after setback. His uncontrollable addiction to substances resulted in multiple
overdoses, rehab stays, and even jail time.
Sentenced to seven years in the Sheridan Correctional Center for a number of drug-related
convictions, Tim got clean and sober behind bars. However, “life on the outside” wasn’t working in
his favor.
While there, his wife divorced him. And his son Nick, who he had introduced to heroin along with
his teenage friends, continued to abuse the drug, caught in a seemingly hopeless trap. Tim was
released from prison after just 14 months, yet his time there was enough to convince him to
maintain a strong 12-step recovery program. At last, it seemed as though hope was returning to his
life.
But six months later, the bottom fell out. His 20-year-old son Nick died tragically from a heroin
overdose.
Attempting to get beyond the devastation and heartbreak, Tim used Nick’s death as the inspiration
to spread a message of hope and recovery to others, believing that if even one family could be
spared the horrors of the disease of addiction, he would be making a difference. Then one family
led to two, which led to four, which led to eight and so on.
Today, in addition to running Opiate Recovery Groups for addicts and families, Tim is the Midwest
Coordinator for Banyan Treatment Centers. He is a “sober coach” and frequently speaks to school
groups, corporations and others who care to hear his message. And, most importantly, he is the
founder of A Man in Recovery Foundation, whose vision is ambitious yet realistic.
Tim believes he is blessed with the gift of continued sobriety, and he has made it his personal mission to promote awareness of the life-threatening effects of opiate addiction, most especially heroin. He has left the business world behind, instead committing himself to educate people about the
hard truths of addiction and the potential for a full and happy life in recovery.
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SPRING CONFERENCE 2016 RAFFLE RECIPIENT
BUILDING FOUNDATIONS FOR THE FUTURE
Donation Items
Paper Plates
Napkins
Coffee Cups
Sandwich Bags
Toilet Paper
Paper Towels
Aluminum Foil
Garbage Bags
Laundry Soap
White Vinegar
Bleach
Windex
Soft Scrub
Coffee
Soups
Canned Veggies
Canned Ravioli
Peanut Butter
Dishes
Toys
Pots and Pans
Shoes
School Supplies
Games
Puzzles
Clothing
Underwear
Socks
Travel Size
Toiletries:
Soap
Shampoo
Conditioner
Solid Deodorant
Toothpaste
Combs
Brushes
Shaving Cream
Razors (no single
blades)
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As host of the 2016 Spring IPCSA Conference, the 13th Judicial
Circuit has selected Illinois Valley PADS to be the recipient of
donations acquired during the conference. This organization
is responsible for providing shelter to those in need as well as a
resale boutique, Lily Pads. 100% of the proceeds from this
resale shop are used to support the homeless shelters. The 13 th
Judicial Circuit Probation and Court Services employees will
donate 5 volunteer hours for every $100.00 raised at 2016
Spring Conference. The Substance Abuse Committee will be
collecting items the shelter is in need of during the conference.
The more money raised, the more hours we will volunteer at
PADS….put us to work!!
5 FOR 5
What is your
favorite
memory of an
IPCSA
Conference or
the best time
you had at
conference?
What is the
funniest
excuse you
have heard
from a client
in regard to a
violation?
How did you
end up in this
field?
What would
you be doing if
you did not
work in this
field?
If you could
do one thing
in the next
two years,
what would it
be?
Meeting other
officers from around
the state. I have
made so many great
friends at the conferences. I look forward
to attending them
every year.
Missed appointment
due to 45 years old
and teething.
Was looking for a
change of employment and there was a
job opening at
Vermillion County
Probation
Physical Education
Teacher.
Travel More….
Especially anywhere
warm, preferably
with a beach.
Coles County PO
Meagan Weaver
breaking it down
during her rap at
karaoke.
Defendant said,
“When you told me
not to leave the state,
you didn’t say I
couldn’t go to
Indiana.”
Moved from working
with juveniles in
education to Court
Services.
Working as a beachcomber on the outer
bank of N.C.
Win the lottery and
retire to the beach.
My favorite
memories of conference involve the good
times had playing
bags and dancing all
night.
A parent claiming
her son’s body
temperature is
always cold to
explain the ice cold
urine sample given
by her son. He later
admitted to using
toilet water.
My mother works as
a jail administrator,
so my interest in law
enforcement developed early. When I
picked up a pamphlet
about probation my
sophomore year at
college, I thought it
sounded like me.
Kmart CEO.
Attention Kmart
shoppers…..
I would run a half
marathon at Disney
World.
I enjoy meeting new
people within the
profession. As far as
a favorite conference
I suppose there a few
that stand out but
they are all fun or
interesting in their
own way.
Having dealt with sex
offenders for several
years I’ve heard some
creative excuses. I
never realized
people’s hands could
go places on their
own.
Probably something
in a business setting.
Watch the Cubs win
the world series!
Probably teaching or
working for DCFSstill working with
people just in a different capacity.
Umm not sure….take
a vacation with just
my husband! We’ve
got two small children and a little
break would be awesome!
By Bob Shafer
Paige Hurt
Vermillion County
Monty Smith
Edgar County
Jana Pamperin
Coles County
Todd Maxfield
Coles/Cumberland
My favorite memory
at conference would
be at Utica, IL. I had
a great time,
awesome area and
LOVED the
scavenger hunt.
Michelle Merz
Vermillion County
I enjoyed the training
at this conference as
well, motorcycle
gangs, juvenile fire
setters and mace
training in the
parking lot!
I’ve heard, “My
doctor gave me a
prescription for
that.” It was cocaine.
You mean
Indianapolis is
Indiana?
I graduated from
Eastern in 1998 and
started working at an
agency servicing
developmentally
disabled adults. I
was able to make it 3
years and needed a
change. A professor
called and said Coles
County was looking
for a P.O. I applied
and got the job.
Went to school for
criminal justice and
started out in social
services-eventually
made my way to
probation and have
been here for 8 years!
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
Awards Committee
Each year the Awards Committee is given the task to obtain nominations throughout the State of Illinois
for individuals who should be recognized for their dedication and commitment to the field of probation.
Many probation officers or individuals within the courts do not ask or require to be recognized for the work
he/she does. It is a phenomenal feeling to be seated with peers and your name is called to receive a major
award. Most recipients of the awards can name someone else who he or she feels is just as deserving. If you
know of someone who should receive one of the awards, it is simple to make a nomination. Contact anyone
on the Awards Committee or Executive Board, and they can assist you. Nominations can be submitted by
coworkers, supervisors, or members of IPCSA. After the nominations are submitted, the committee meets to
discuss each of the nominees for the major awards. Once a person is selected as the recipient of an award, the
committee will notify the department to ensure the recipient is present during the banquet.
This year was the 46th Annual Awards Banquet. IPCSA awarded 36 Distinguished Service Awards along
with 11 major awards recipients. Major awards recipients were:
Tom Gregory of Vermilion County: Darrel O. Smith President’s Award
Steve Kelly of Coles County: Gene Hughes Highest Professional Standards Award
Michelle Merz of Vermilion County: Frank Calkins Committee Member of the Year Award
Carla Stalnaker of Clinton County: Robert E. Burdine Officer of the Year Award
Sue Korpai of Lake County: Michael Shaughnessy Superior Service Award
Linda VanDyke of Madison County: Pauline Gansauer Field of Dedication Award
Tyrone Sillas of St. Clair County: William C. Albertson Field of Achievement Award
Tina Varney of Kendall County: S. William Ettinger Field of Service Award
Peggy Carey of DeKalb County: Michael Rohan Innovative Leadership Award Offender Program
Development
Amy Guy, Wellness Loft of Effingham, IL: Exemplary Service Award
Michael Tardy of Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts: Legislative Service Award
Congratulations to all the award recipients. Continue to submit nominations and IPCSA will continue to recognize the dedication and hard work of the professionals in the field of Probation and Detention. If you
would like more information about the awards, or about becoming a committee member, please contact Susan Dobbs at sdobbs@grundyco.org.
Respectfully Submitted by Susan Dobbs, 13th Circuit
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
CMO Committee
The CMO Committee meeting was held at the Fall Conference in Effingham, IL, on Wednesday,
October 21, 2015. Co-Chairs, Mark Krueger, 13th Judicial Circuit Probation, and Cassy Taylor, Ford
County Probation, welcomed members of the committee.
Tracy Burke-Carriere, IPCSA President, spoke to those in attendance regarding the new group rate
plan for IPCSA . The group rate has been created to facilitate an increase in membership and was
conceived from the region meetings and feedback from the membership. Group memberships
follow the calendar year and are available for 2016 from January 1 to April 1, 2016. Please contact
an Executive Board member for more information. Tracy encouraged all CMO Committee
members to check out the new IPCSA website. If you have information, job postings, trainings or
events to add to the website, please send to info@ipcsa.org.
Rich Adkins, AOIC, spoke on behalf of Margie Groot. He informed members the 2016 Annual
Probation Plan was with the Director and would be released to CMO’s soon. He stated there were
no significant changes from the previous year. There is no information on the Supreme Court’s state
budget. As of now, AOIC is operating with 2016 allocations being the same as the original
allocations from 2015. New position grants for high risk offenders should continue to be submitted
for allocations. Adult Standards, Intrastate Standards and standards and certification process for
Problem Solving Courts are awaiting approval. The Supreme Court Advisory Board has reviewed
both. Committees are currently meeting regarding data collection and systems in order to exchange
information with case management systems and the State. The National Center for State Courts is
preparing a report with a data dictionary. In the next year, the project will be furthered by testing
the exchange of data within those systems. One benefit will be the ability to conduct longitudinal
studies. Negotiations with MHS are ongoing to address the raise in rates for LSI-R assessments.
John McCabe spoke on the budget process. He reported 90% of the State is operating under
Judicial Order and counties should start to receive allocations if they have not already. The
Legislative Committee has reviewed the bills and given response.
Mark Krueger reported the new Juvenile Probation Committee is active and Chairman, Mary Jo
Herner, Cook Co. Juvenile, is requesting support and membership from every circuit in the state.
Cassy Taylor reminded the members of the Middle Management Training Track being held at the
Fall Conference and again in the Spring 2016. Marvis Meyers with AAIM has been contracted to
present to middle managers. If CMO’s have ideas for future training tracks, please contact the
Program Committee or the Executive Board. Cassy asked for volunteers for a small committee to
review ideas and develop the Mentoring Project. Four CMO’s signed up to date.
The next meeting will be held at Spring Conference, Wednesday April 27th in Utica, IL.
Respectfully Submitted by Cassy Taylor, Ford County Probation
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
Detention Committee
There was excellent Detention Committee attendance and active
participation during 2015. The Detention Committee put considerable effort into making certain that all matters of importance
related to juvenile justice were addressed through the work of the
committee. The formation of the Juvenile Probation Committee in
2015 has relieved some of the pressure on the Detention Committee to try to deal with issues that would be more suitably addressed
by a committee dedicated to non-detention related juvenile justice
issues. There has been Detention Committee representation at Juvenile Probation Committee meetings, and
the Detention Committee will continue to work with the Juvenile Probation Committee in regard to issues of
mutual interest and concern.
The committee worked together with the Administrative
Office of Illinois Courts to plan for the development of training curricula and training methods for detention facility staffs,
to collaborate on the implementation of PREA standards in
detention facilities in the coming year and to develop AOIC
Juvenile Detention standards. Robert Vickery from the
Illinois Juvenile Justice Commission has attended several of
the Detention Committee meetings and in many ways has
served to connect the committee with the Illinois Juvenile
Justice Commission. Because Robert is engaged in drafting
the update to Detention Standards at the request of the Illinois
Department of Juvenile Justice, he has also been able to keep
the committee updated regarding the status of the standards. Sara Balgoyen, Executive Director of the
Illinois Balanced and Restorative Justice Initiative, has attended Detention Committee Meetings to share
information about the work that IBARJ is doing with several of the county juvenile detention facilities in
Illinois. The work involves increasing restorative justice practices in juvenile detention facilities in a way
that is sustainable and able to be replicated in other facilities. Another focus for the committee during 2015
was to begin an annual community service project that involves the participation of youth in detention. For
the first year the plan is for youth in each facility to make fleece blankets and/or pillows to donate to cancer
centers in Illinois.
The committee has conferred about many subjects of importance to juvenile detention practitioners, and
members have come together to address identified issues of importance to the membership. The Detention
Committee has taken on issues that have led to the improvement in the quality of detention services provided for youth in detention in Illinois.
Anyone with interest in juvenile detention is welcome to join the Detention Committee, and may do so by
getting in touch with Co-Chairs, Connie Kaiser at ckaiser@co.champaign.il.us or Brian Brown at
bbrown@peoriacounty.org .
Respectfully Submitted by: Connie Kaiser, Champaign County
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
Gender Responsive Committee
At the Fall Conference there were seven members in attendance. We continue to stay small in numbers but
consistent with the members on our committee. Several things were discussed but our main focus is sponsoring a speaker for Fall Conference 2016. The speaker would be from Cook County and they would present on
LGBT issues.
Respectfully Submitted by: Ava Carpenter-McPike, Sangamon County and
Joyce Ricci, Tazewell County
Inter/Intrastate Committee
The Inter/Intrastate Committee met again at the 2015 Fall Conference where we discussed best practices for
both Interstate and Intrastate Transfers. We also discussed the Notification for Probation Fee Schedule Form
and discussed the possibilities of its effects on the collection of Probation Service Fees in Illinois. At that
time I had a call out to the AOIC to determine if there was a change in the fees being collected after the form
was put in place.
Anyone interested in joining the committee can contact Chair Sharon Klapperich at sklapperich@lakecountyil.gov or 847-377-3659.
Respectfully Submitted by: Sharon Klapperich, Lake County
Juvenile Probation Committee
The first full meeting of this newly created committee was at the 2015 Fall Conference in O’Fallon. The
turnout for this meeting was amazing with approximately 15 people attending. Through the introductions, we
learned this committee has a wide variety of experience from a variety of counties. The enthusiasm for this
new committee just showed how dedicated we all are to the juveniles in Illinois and there were some wonderful suggestions of topics for us to address. John McCabe then came into the meeting and briefed us as to how
we will have a great deal of impact on legislation pertaining to juvenile law and that we would be reviewing
proposed legislation for input. We then adjourned for lunch and the key note speaker. Our meeting may have
been shorter than we would have liked, yet productive.
Respectfully Submitted by: Mary Jo Herner, Cook County Juvenile
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
Nomination/Elections Committee
This past year IPCSA completed elections for the following Executive positions: Secretary, Treasurer,
and Region 1 and Region 3 Representatives. Congratulations to our Secretary Tina Varney, Director
Kendall County Probation & Court Services; Treasurer Cassy Taylor, Chief Managing Officer Ford
County Probation & Court Services; Region 1 Representative Margi Gilmour, Dekalb County Court
Services; and new Board Member Region 3 Representative Randy Brandmeyer, Chief Managing
Officer, Clinton County Probation.
In the Fall of 2016, the IPCSA Executive Board positions of Region 2 Representative, Statewide
Representative and President-Elect are open for election. Region II consists of the following Circuits:
5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11,14 and 21st.
The following qualifications are necessary to run for office: full membership in the Association, active participation in committees or special projects for two years, appropriate judicial officer approval to attend,
travel, and devote time to the Association business, and verification of qualifications by the Nominations/
Elections Committee. If you would like more information about these elections, or about becoming a committee member, please contact Frank Morelli at 847-377-3646 or Ken Burn at 815-772-5276.
Respectfully Submitted by Frank Morelli, Lake County
Join us in Utica
April 27-29, 2016
Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort
2016 Spring Conference
Hosted by the 13th Judicial Circuit
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
Officer Safety and Wellness Committee
The Officer Safety & Wellness Committee is focused on promoting a healthy and safe working environment
for all probation and detention officers in the State of Illinois. The committee has representation from a large
percentage of all Illinois Circuits with more than 30 members.
The OSWC finished its second Biggest Loser contest and awarded certificates and prizes at the 2015 Fall
Conference. From June through August 2015 participants competed as individuals and together within their
Circuit to lose the most body mass. Deborah Norman of Lake County and Rob Wyre of Champaign County
each received $50.00 as individual winners. The 6th Circuit/Champaign County team members of Lacy
Busboom, Betsy Carper, Joe Gordon, Nicki Roelfs, Tanya Wall, Amanda Wells, Janet Wells, Max White,
Rob Wyre, and Teresa Zebe received medals for winning the Circuit award.
The second annual Get Up & Go campaign ended on September 30, 2015. The winners, who each received
an IPCSA gear item of their choice were as follows; Beginner/Male = Brian VanMeter (Kendall) with 3.1
miles, Intermediate/Female = Audra Puleo (DeKalb) with 63.1 miles and Advanced/Female = Heidi Furry
(Vermilion) with 129.8 miles. Thank you to all who participated and congratulations to the winners. The
2015-2016 campaign began October 1, 2015, and will extend through September 30, 2015. The committee
announced big changes to the competition this year. Beginning October 1, 2015, all miles logged within a gps
enabled application will count along with official race miles. Members may join at any time! Please take
this opportunity to get up and get going!
For more information contact Francie Cain
(francesf@lasallecounty.com) or Tina Varney (tvarney@co.kendall.il.us).
The committee hosted the first ever Basic Home Visit Safety training at ILEAS in Urbana, Illinois, in September 2015. Through classroom and practical, scenario-based exercises our trainers, Mic Seward and Evan
Gregg taught; home visit safety principles, dress, dwelling types, approach to residences, rural/urban settings,
purpose, stairs, and verbal interactions to field officers with the primary goal of officer safety. The participants were in the classroom on day one and participated in mock home visit scenarios with instant feedback
on day two. The participants were surveyed and the information obtained will be used to help improve the
next session. Of those surveyed (27 of 30), 88% reported they would recommend the training to others and all
reported having learned from the class. The next session is April 12-13, 2016, at ILEAS in Urbana, Illinois,
and although all slots are full, a waiting list is being developed for future interest. Note: the course does not
cover use of force, weapons, defensive tactics, or searches. Please contact Tina Varney for additional information. The OSWC would like to extend its sincerest appreciation to Joe Gordon and Champaign County
Probation for help providing food and beverages during the September training. In addition, the committee is
thankful to Joe Gordon and Champaign County as well as John Prinzi and Will County for providing actors
for the mock home visit portion of the training. Please contact Tina Varney for more information.
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The committee also pre-purchased copies of a book entitled “Officer Survival” and has made them available
to members at a cost of $22.00. This book, written by a former Probation Officer for Probation Officers
contains a great deal of pertinent and valuable information to keep officers safe. To obtain a copy contact,
Mic Seward or Tina Varney. Proceeds benefit the OSWC.
In the wake of the tragic events of December 2 in San Bernardino, California, the Illinois Probation and Court
Services Association – Officer Safety and Wellness Committee, would like to recognize the professionalism
and commitment to community safety of our brothers and sisters of San Bernardino Probation Department.
An event such as what transpired is extremely taxing to law enforcement resources and support must be rapid
and skilled. It was moving to watch our compatriots putting themselves at the service, and at risk, to help the
citizens, victims, and fellow Law Enforcement Officers. Great Job!
In this day in age, it is never more apparent, how critical safety and wellness protocols and training are within
the field. Making sure that we make it home safely at the end of every day should be the number one priority!
Regularly scheduled meetings of the OSWC are at Spring Conference, Committee Appreciation Picnic (June)
and Fall Conference. Additional meetings may be held with ample notice via conference calling. Feel free to
contact one of the co-chairs for more information about the OSWC; Francie Cain –
francesf@lasallecounty.com or Tina Varney – tvarney@co.kendall.il.us or Mic Seward – Mseward@tazewell.com.
Respectfully Submitted by Tina Varney, Kendall County
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IPCSA
Officer Safety & Wellness Committee
Get Up and Go
Application & Waiver
2015-2016
The IPCSA Officer Safety and Wellness Committee exists to promote health and safety for all probation
and detention staff in the State of Illinois. One way to support that mission is to encourage fitness
among the association members. The OSWC invites all members to join our Get Up and Go campaign.
Here’s how it works:
Beginning October 1st and running through September 30th of the following year participating
members will log their walking or running miles through the use of a GPS enabled smart phone app (i.e.
Map My Run) and log monthly totals. Those men and women with the most verifiable miles in each of
the three categories will win a prize at the following Fall Conference.
Honor System Categories:
1. Beginner – defined as just starting to become active or re-starting after having been inactive
for a period of time. This category maybe walks/runs an average of 1-2 times each week.
2. Intermediate – defined as one who has a regular running routine and completes multiple registered running events during the 12-month period. You may train for some running events
but you are not a “regular” half or full marathoner. This category walks/runs an average of 3
-5 times each week.
3. Advanced – defined as one who is committed to running and has been for quite some time.
Running is in your soul. This category regularly trains for several registered running events
during the 12-month period. You are a regular competitor in half or full marathons.
Rules:
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You must log your walk and/or run miles on a GPS enabled smart phone app in order for your miles to count.
Walk and/or run miles through the app count as do official race events
You must complete the attached application, read and sign the waiver and submit it prior to your first logged mile or event. Any
miles or event listed on your log, dated before your application and waiver was received will not be counted.
Only running and/or walking miles during October 1st through September 30th of the following year will be counted.
You must complete your mile log and submit it no later than October 7th in order for consideration at Fall Conference.
The OSWC retains the right to determine a winner in the event of a tie or perceived tie.
The OSWC requests that you submit at least one photograph of yourself at one of your events.
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(Print the following)
Name:__________________________________________________________
Date:__________________________
County/Jurisdiction:_________________________________________________________________________________
E-mail:_________________________________________________________
Anticipated Category:
Male:
□ Beginner
□ Intermediate
□ Advanced
Female:
□ Beginner
□ Intermediate
□ Advanced
Waiver
I know that walking/running for a race is potentially hazardous activity, which could cause
injury or death. I will not enter and participate unless I am medically able and properly trained,
and by my signature, I certify that I am medically able to perform this event, and am in good
health, and I am properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of race officials relative to any
aspect of my participation in the events, including the right of any officials to deny or suspend
my participation for any reason whatsoever. I attest that I have read the rules of the races and
agree to abide by them. I assume all risks associated with running in these events, including but
not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effects of the weather, including high
heat and/or humidity, traffic and the conditions of the roads/surfaces, all such risks being
known and appreciated by me. I will abide by all race rules. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of your accepting my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled
to act on my behalf, waive and release the Illinois Probation and Court Services Association, it’s
employees, agents, executive board officials, members, sponsors, and their representatives and
successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in these
events, even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the
persons named in this waiver. I grant permission to all of the foregoing to use my photographs,
motion pictures, recordings or any other record of these events for any legitimate purpose.
Signature:___________________________________________
Date:____________________________________
Original, completed application and waiver must be mailed prior to your first competition to
the attention of; Tina Varney, Kendall County Court Services, 807 W. John Street, Yorkville, IL
60560 or Francie Cain, 13th Judicial Circuit Court Services, LaSalle County Adult Probation, 119
W. Madison Street, Room 404, Ottawa, IL 61350.
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Officer Safety & Wellness Committee
Get Up and Go
Event Log ~ 2015-2016
Name:_______________________________________________________________ Date:_________________________________________
(print)
Email:_______________________________________________________________
County/Jurisdiction:________________________________________________________________________________________________
Honor System Category (select only one):
Male:
□ Beginner
□ Intermediate
□ Advanced
Female:
□ Beginner
□ Intermediate
□ Advanced
Month Total Monthly Miles
October 2015
November 2015
December 2015
January 2016
February 2016
March 2016
April 2016
May 2016
June 2016
July 2016
August 2016
September 2016
TOTAL MILES
Smart Phone App(s) Used:_____________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
By signing this document, I certify everything is true and accurate:
Signature:___________________________________________
Date:____________________________________
(Forms submitted without signature and date will not be considered)
Forms submitted after October 7th will not be considered. Submit via email to: Tina Varney tvarney@co.kendall.il.us or Francie
Cain at FrancesF@lasallecounty.com
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Pre-Trial Committee
The Pretrial Services Committee is still buzzing after many members were
able to attend the National Association of Pretrial Services Agencies
(NAPSA) Conference held in Indianapolis, Indiana, in August of 2015.
Many exciting new initiatives and research was shared nationally and more
information can be found on the NAPSA website: https://napsa.org/
The Arnold Foundation has formed a partnership with Cook, McLean, and
Kane County to do a year long pilot project to validate the Public Safety
Assessment (PSA-Court). The assessment is a new risk assessment that has been validated in Kentucky, New York
City, and other areas to determine likelihood to appear in court, likelihood of new arrest, and the likelihood of a new
violent offense. The hope is that after this pilot program, the risk assessment can be a validated tool for the State of
Illinois to use at bond call.
The AOIC is also looking to update pretrial standards for the state after Pretrial Services Coordinator Tanya Anderson
is able to meet with and review all existing pretrial programs in the state. The AOIC also reported that it was likely to
host trainings in the upcoming year for Illinois Pretrial practitioners.
The committee currently plans to continue working to try to address legislation impacting the inconsistent practice of
defendants having legal representation at bond call in conjunction with the legislative committee. The committee is also
hoping to enlist of aid of national level experts in the field of Pretrial Services from Kentucky to present a training at the
upcoming Spring Conference in 2016. And, as always, the committee hopes to continue to assist with networking and
supporting existing and new pretrial programs through the state.
Lastly the Pretrial Justice Institute (PJI) in addition to publishing exciting new research into the pretrial field has also
announced a new national initiative called, “3 days count”. The intent is to implement commonsense solutions to widespread pretrial justice challenges and are hoping to enlist 20 states by 2020 to join the initiative. More information can
be found on their website: http://www.pretrial.org/
Respectfully Submitted, Michael Venditti, DeKalb County Court Services
Program Committee
The Program Committee is looking forward to planning our upcoming Spring
Conference in Utica, Illinois, hosted by the 13th Judicial Circuit. We are working on
planning events and trainings that will accommodate all conference attendees. The
Grizzly Jack’s Grand Bear Resort will offer exciting event opportunities, making this
location unique from other conferences! Looking forward to Fall 2016, we are
excited to return to Cook County after a long hiatus. Stay tuned for more details!
The Program Committee is currently searching for interested counties to host future conferences that will provide
accommodations and attractions beneficial to IPCSA members. We need host sites for 2017! Please contact us if your
county or circuit is interested in hosting. We are always looking for direction in training and current trends in our field.
Please send any and all training ideas you may have to Tina Quick (tquick@vercounty.org).
The Program Committee would like to invite anyone who wants to get involved to join our committee. We would love
to hear your ideas for various trainings or ways to improve future conferences. Feel free to contact Co-Chairs: Tina
Quick (tquick@vercounty.org) or Kelly McConkey (kmcconkey@tazewell.com).
The next Program Committee Meeting will be held on January 28, 2016, at 9:30 am at the ILEAS building in Urbana
(Champaign County). We look forward to seeing you there!
Respectfully Submitted By Kelly McConkey, Tazewell County
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Representative Committee
Representative Committee consists of 20 committees which met three times this year. The committees were
busy this year. The Association welcomed the official formation of the Juvenile Probation Committee. This
committee is dedicated to bringing awareness to the Association as well as Probation Officers throughout the
state of Illinois on juvenile probation concerns. The committee has three Chairs: Jana Haskins of Rock Island
County Juvenile Probation, May Joe Herner of Cook County Juvenile Probation, and Kimberli Lindstrom of
Henry County Probation. The Officer Safety and Wellness Committee (OSWC) is always busy promoting
events that encourage good health and safety. This year they had two events: Biggest Loser and Get Up & Go
Campaign. Both programs were successful. OSWC also held an external training on Basic Home Visit Safety.
The training was well attended. A second session of Basic Home Visit Safety Training has been scheduled for
April, however, this session is already full. Therefore, a wait list has been created.
This year we’ve seen transitions within Committee Chairs. Tom Gregory has stepped down as Chair of the
Awards Committee and will become Chair of the Legislative Committee. Cassy Taylor will join Mark
Krueger as Co-Chair of the CMO Committee. We also welcome Brian Brown of Peoria County Juvenile
Detention Center as Co-Chair of the Detention Committee.
One highlight of Fall Conference is always the Awards Banquet. The Representative Committee had the honor
of awarding one IPCSA committee member the Frank Calkins Committee Member of the Year Award. This
year three names were submitted and it was close! Michelle Merz of the Program Committee was given the
honors. Congratulations Michelle!! Committee membership is one of the most rewarding ways that a person
can participate in IPCSA. Get involved! It is a great way to meet colleagues from across the state and connect
with resources. For more information about the Association or any committee go to www.ipcsa.org, like us on
Facebook, or contact Deborah Norman, Representative Chair at Representative Chair at 847-377-3660 or
dnorman@lakecountyil.gov.
Respectfully Submitted by: Deborah Norman, Lake County
JOIN AN IPCSA COMMITTEE!
Share your professional knowledge and experience
Network with professionals from your neighboring counties
Investigate and sponsor training workshops specific to committee interest
IPCSA has a committee that fits you! See page 51 for contact names and numbers.
Go to IPCSA’s website at www.ipcsa.org for more
committee information,
meeting dates and times.
Or contact your
Representative Board Member
Deborah Norman at
dnorman@lakecountyil.gov
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RESOURCE COMMITTEE REPORT
We had 17 vendors exhibit at the Fall Conference hosted by the 4 th Judicial Circuit in Effingham on October 21-23, 2015. All
17 vendors have shown their support for IPCSA by exhibiting at past IPCSA conferences. Six of the vendors traveled from out
of state to exhibit at the Fall Conference.
The vendor’s displays represented a wide range of probation-related services including drug testing, GPS, case management
software, substance abuse treatment services, and residential placement services. Conference participants were afforded an
opportunity to interact with the vendors before and after the workshops, as well as, at the Wednesday evening All Members
Reception and Family Feud contest.
We want to thank and acknowledge the following vendors for their generous contributions and/or donations to the Fall Conference:
Goodin Associates, CAM Systems, and Alcohol Monitors of IL/SCRAM stepped up once again and sponsored the Family Feud
contest with complimentary cocktails on Wednesday evening. This was the first Family Feud contest and it was a big hit with
the participants and the audience! Over the last few years, Alcohol Monitors of IL/SCRAM, Goodin & Associates, and CAM
Systems have jointly sponsored 9 bags contests at conferences.
Rosecrance Health Network continues to sponsor the New Member reception conference after conference, and did so again for
the 2015 Fall Conference. New IPCSA members received a homemade goodie basket at the Wednesday evening New Member
Reception.
Arrowhead, BI Incorporated, and Siemen’s Healthcare Diagnostics each donated $150 to sponsor a conference break for all of
the attendees.
The following vendors donated some awesome raffle prizes for the lucky IPCSA members who won! Goodin Associates donated several 6 packs of craft beer, t-shirts, and Dale’s RV plus 2 zombies; Smart Start donated a portable breath tester; Rosecrance
donated a smartphone speaker; Great Lakes Lab donated a popcorn popper and popcorn.
Our vendors represent the latest technology and services available in the field of Probation and Court Services. The exhibit fees
generate revenue for the Association to help bring quality trainings and workshops to the conferences.
The Resource
Committee encourages the IPCSA membership to consider supporting our vendors by using their services when needed and
appropriate. The vendors who participated in the Fall Conference include:
1 Step Detect
Great Lakes Lab
3M Electronic Monitoring
Norman Sleezer Youth Home
3rd Millennium Classroom
Rosecrance Health Network
BI, Inc.
Siemens Diagnostic
Arrowhead Ranch
Smart Start
CAM Systems
Solution Specialties
Caseload Pro
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Chestnut Health Systems
Witham Toxicology Lab
Gateway Alcohol & Drug Treatment
Goodin Associates
Thank you
for your support of IPCSA
For information about joining the Resource Committee or for more information about the vendors, please contact Margi Gilmour at (815)
895-7193 or mgilmour@dekalbcounty.org
Respectfully Submitted by: Margi Gilmour, DeKalb County
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Sex Offender Committee
The Sex Offender Committee met at Fall Conference. Though it was brief,
we discussed pending legislation and the enactment of Revenge Porn Law.
We sponsored training on the mechanics and usefulness of the polygraph in
sex offender treatment, which was very well attended, and discussed upcoming trainings sponsored by SOMB on Juvenile Risk Assessments and Sex
Offender Registration by the AOIC. SOMB is continuing to move forward
with proposed changes in the guidelines for the treatment of adult sex offenders and continues to plan
trainings for the upcoming year. We met our AOIC representative Christine Boyd and the discussion of sex
offender supervision strategies/contact standards have been brought up. It has been proposed to create a
small focus group to discuss similarities and differences in each county. We are also continuing our project
on creating a database of sex offender specific court orders and/or conditions. Our field is constantly
changing, and for those counties that are looking at updating their orders, we would like to have a place for
them to start. Please send us a copy of your court order to either Jamie Oliphant at
joliphant@lakecountyil.gov or Joe Howe at jhowe@tazewell.com to add to our database. Finally, we are
always looking for new training ideas and contacts for future conferences. Consider dropping in on one of
our meetings and/or being added to our email distribution list to see what our committee is about. Hope to
see you there!
Respectfully Submitted By: Jamie Olipant, Lake County
Substance Abuse Committee
The Substance Abuse Committee has two projects going on currently. At
the Spring Conference we launched the resurrection of the 3D contest in a
slightly modified way. We are calling it the Substance Abuse Awareness
Project contest. It is an opportunity for departments around the state to
showcase substance abuse prevention efforts they might already be doing
or ones that they wanted to try. We wanted to expand it to encompass any
type of substance abuse awareness efforts rather than just simply drunk or drugged driving. The packets for
the contest were handed out at Spring and Fall conference and the entries are due at Spring conference 2016
when the SAC will pick a winner. We will have a gift card as a prize. We are also putting together an IPCSA
calendar. This is still in the preliminary stages but the goal is to have it by Fall Conference at our table for
sale, with the proceeds to go to the Association. The calendar is slated to have all the IPCSA committee meetings for the year, IPCSA conference dates, trainings related to the probation field, etc. We hope to utilize a
variety of things such as IPCSA photos, art work, funny sayings, anecdotes from the probation field, etc. We
welcome submissions from the whole association. The SAC strives to bring a speaker to each of our committee meetings that take place during the conferences. The speakers we choose have something to offer from the
standpoint of working with substance abusers. We are committed to finding trainings/workshops related to the
field of substance abuse for each conference as well. The SAC always has a table at each conference with
handouts related to substance abuse/addiction free of charge. We also attempt to have a fundraiser at each
conference in order to offer some financial assistance to whatever charity is being highlighted. Our 2016
meetings are as follow: March 9, 2016 at 10 a.m. at LaSalle County Probation Department; April 27, 2016 @
10 (Spring Conference); June 17, 2016 at 10 (Friday- Starved Rock State Park); and August 10, 2016 @ 10
a.m. at LaSalle County Probation Department. If you would like to participate in a meeting but are unable to
come, the committee also utilizes a conference call number. If you are interested in joining us, you can reach
Chris Winters at cwinters@co.effingham.il.us; Gary Jakubowski at gary.jakubowksi@cookcountyil.gov, or
Deborah Norman at dnorman@lakecountyil.gov.
Respectfully Submitted By: Christine Winters, Effingham County
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Technology Committee
The Technology Committee would like once again remind you take a few moments and visit our
organization’s website www.ipcsa.org. In the past year, the Association has redeveloped the website with
hope to ensure information is updated in a timely manner and relevant to its members. If you have any ideas or suggestions, please pass these on to either the Technology Committee or a member of the Executive
Board.
We are working on developing one or two trainings for the 2016 conferences. If you have an idea or
would like to see a technology-related topic presented, please let us know and we will work on setting it
up.
In other news, the Technology Committee would like invite anyone who wants to get involved to join our
committee. We would love to see some new faces and hear your ideas for future projects. Also, if you
have any experience or interest in assisting with the IPCSA website, feel free to contact Chair Rob
Zastany at rzastanyjr@lakecountyil.gov. Our next meeting is tentatively scheduled for the 2016 Spring
Conference, please look at the conference schedule for time and place.
Respectfully Submitted by Rob Zastany, Lake County
Join us in Schaumburg
October 26-28, 2016
Renaissance Hotel
2016 Fall Conference
Hosted by Cook County Juvenile, Adult and
Social Service Departments
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ILLINOIS PROBATION AND COURT SERVICES ASSOCIATION
2016 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION INFORMATION
(January 1st to December 31, 2016)
Members are the backbone of this Association and your interest in becoming a member is appreciated. IPCSA has an active
membership of approximately 1000 members and is considered one of the largest state probation associations in the U.S.
(Completing all of the requested information will ensure that you receive all future mailings to the correct address.)
FULL INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL $50.00
Full Membership: Individuals employed by
probation and court services departments and/or appointed by the court are eligible upon payment of dues for voting membership
and may hold office
FIRST-TIME FULL MEMBERSHIP $25.00
STUDENT/INTERN MEMBERSHIP - $25.00
Student Membership: Individuals
full-time college students, upon payment of dues, are eligible for non-voting membership and may not hold office.
who
are
AFFILIATE INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP $60.00
Affiliate Membership: Not-for-profit organizations, law enforcement officers, correctional officers, universities, and private business firms interested in probation and court
services are eligible for individual, non-voting membership and may not hold office on the Executive Board. Affiliate members are
eligible to chair a committee upon approval from the Board.
AFFILIATE BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP $200.00
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP $60.00
Associate Membership: Individuals not covered
above are eligible for non-voting membership upon payment of dues and may not hold office.
JUDICIAL MEMBERSHIP $60.00
Judicial Membership:
A judge is eligible for
non-voting membership and may not hold office A Judicial member may chair a committee upon approval from the Board.
HONORARY MEMBERSHIP $0
Honorary Membership: Members who retire
after ten (10) years of active service and participation are eligible for voting lifetime membership without further payment of dues
upon approval from the Executive Board. A written petition for any eligible member must be submitted to the Executive Board for
approval. Honorary members may retain and complete their current term of office. Honorary members may not run for
re- election.
GROUP RATES:
Group rates only available if paid prior to April 1, 2016
Tier
1
1-9 Members- $50.00 Per Person
Tier 2
10-15 Member-$475.00 total cost
Tier
3
16-20 Members-$750.00 total cost
Tier 4
21-25 Members-$975.00 total cost
Tier
5
26-35 Members-$1,200.00 total cost
Tier 6
36-45 Members-$1,650.00 total cost
Tier
7
46-55 Members-$2,100.00 total cost
Tier 8
56-70 Members-$2,525.00 total cost
Tier
9
71-100 Members-$3,200.00 total cost
Tier 10
Tier 11
101-200 Members-$4,500.00 total cost
201 + Members-$6,500.00 total cost
Group Rates: 2016 Group Membership Rates include a 1-year pilot program with the following criteria:
-Group rates are applicable to departments who register, one-time as a group, prior to
4/1/16
-Any registrations after 4/1/16 will pay individually
-Memberships belong to the individual and are not transferable
-How a jurisdiction existed prior the establishment of the group rates is the format in
which group rates can be used. For example, if the jurisdiction runs as a “Circuit” it may
utilize the group rates as a Circuit. If it is a “County” it must register as a County.
-Detention may register with their respective County or separate
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2016 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM
Please complete the following information for each paid membership:
This membership application is being processed as
(see previous page for definitions):
FULL INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL $50.00
FIRST-TIME INDIVIDUAL MEMBER $25.00
STUDENT/INTERN INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP - $25.00
AFFILIATE INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP $60.00
AFFILIATE BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP $200.00
ASSOCIATE INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP $60.00
JUDICIAL INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP $60.00
HONORARY INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP $0
GROUP RATES:
# in group: _____
Tier:_____
Name:________________________________
Total Cost Due: __________
Position/Title:_____________________________
County/Department Name:____________________________________Circuit_____________
Office Address: ____________________________________ Daytime Phone #: (
)_________
____________________________________
City: ________________________State: ______ Zip Code:____________________
E-mail Address:____________________________________
(required to receive IPCSA correspondence)
MEMBERSHIP FEE PAID FOR BY:
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Department
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Applicant
An IPCSA Member since: ________ (Year)
I AM INTERESTED IN BEING CONTACTED TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FOLLOWING COMMITTEE
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Awards Committee
 CMO Committee
 Detention/JDAI Committee
 Domestic/Family Violence/Victim’s Concern Committee
 Gender Responsive Committee
 Interstate/Intrastate Committee
 Juvenile Probation Committee
 Legislative Committee (CMO approval required)
 Membership Committee
 Nominations/Elections Committee
 Officer Safety and Wellness Committee
 Pretrial Services Committed
 Program Committee
 Representative Committee
 Research Committee
 Resource Committee
 Sex Offender Committee
 Substance Abuse Committee

Technology Committee
Please send this form with your membership dues, made payable to IPCSA, to the following address:
(Payee will be responsible for any bank charges associated with insufficient funds)
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IPCSA — P.O. Box 474—Effingham, Illinois 62401
Committees provide numerous functions for the Association.
Whether it is developing training, working with vendors, helping with legislation or
fundraising, the committees are vital to the future of our Association.
It is necessary to receive permission from your Chief Managing Officer
committee. Please contact any of the following chairpersons if you want information or would like to join a committee.
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Awards Committee .............................................. Susan Dobbs (chair).......................... 13th Judicial Circuit. ...... 815-941-3266 ........... sdobbs@grundyco.org
CMO Committee................................................... Cassy Taylor (co-chair) ..................... Ford County ................... 217-379-9450 ........... ctaylor@fordcounty.illinois.gov
CMO Committee................................................... Mark Krueger (co-chair) .................... La Salle County ............. 815-434-0736 ........... mark-krueger@lasallecounty.com
Detention/JDAI Committee ................................. Connie Kaiser (co-chair).................... Champaign County ........ 217-384-3780 ........... ckaiser@co.champaign.il.us
Detention/JDAI Committee ................................. Brian Brown (co-chair)………………..Peoria County…………..309-634-4220……….bbrown@peoriacounty,org
Domestic and Victim’s Concern’s Committee . Nicole Tennison (co-chair) ................ McLean County ............. 309-888-5360 ........... nicole.tennison@mcleancountyil.gov
Domestic and Victim’s Concern’s Committee . Laura Aye (co-chair) .......................... Grundy County .............. 815-941-3266 ........... laye@grundyco.org
Gender Responsive Committee ......................... Ava Carpenter-McPike (co-chair) ...... Sangamon County......... 217-747-8016 ........... avac@co.sangamon.il.us
Gender Responsive Committee ......................... Joyce Ricci (co-chair) ........................ Tazewell County ............ 309-477-2281 ........... jricci@tazewell.com
Interstate/Intrastate Committee ......................... Sharon Klapperich (chair) ................. Lake County ................. 847-377-3659 ........... sklapperich@lakecountyil.gov
Juvenile Probation Committee .......................... Mary Joe Herner (co-chair) .............. Cook County Juv .......... 708-974-6686 ........... maryjoe.herner@cookcountyil.gov
Juvenile Probation Committee .......................... Jana Haskins (co-chair) ................... Rock Island County ...... 309-558-3780 ........... jhaskins@co.rock-islandil.us
Juvenile Probation Committee .......................... Kimberli Lindstrom (co-chair) ........... Henry County ................ 309-937-3580 ........... klindstrom@henrycty.com
Legislative Committee ........................................ Thomas Gregory (co-chair) ............... Vermilion County ........... 217-554-7901 ........... tgregory@vercounty.org
Membership Committee...................................... Ashley Armstrong (co-chair).............. Coles County ................. 217-348-7300 ........... aarmstrong@co.coles.il.us
Membership Committee...................................... Mitch Goodwin (co-chair) .................. Coles County ................. 217-348-0535 ........... mgoodwin@co.coles.il.us
Nominations/Elections Committee .................... Ken Burn (co-chair) ........................... Whiteside County .......... 815-772-5276 ........... kburn@whiteside.org
Nominations/Elections Committee .................... Frank W. Morelli (co-chair) ................ Lake County .................. 847-377-3646 ........... FMorelli@lakecountyil.gov
Officer Safety and Wellness .............................. Tina Varney (co-chair) ....................... Kendall County .............. 630-553-4180 ........... tvarney@co.kendall.il.us
Officer Safety and Wellness .............................. Francie Cain (co-chair) ...................... LaSalle County .............. 815-343-0736 ........... francesf@lasallecounty.com
Officer Safety and Wellness .............................. Mic Seward (co-chair) ....................... Tazewell County ............ 309-477-2281 ........... MSeward@tazewell.com
Pretrial Services Committee .............................. Marty Offutt-Gruber (co-chair) ........... Kane County ................. 630-232-5805 ........... Offutt-grubermarty@co.kane.il.us
Pretrial Services Committee .............................. Michael Venditti (co-chair) ................. DeKalb County ............. 815-895-7193 ........... mvenditti@dekalbcounty.org
Program Committee ............................................ Tina Quick (co-chair) ......................... Vermilion County ........... 217-554-7929 ........... tquick@vercounty.org
Program Committee ............................................ Kelly McConkey (co-chair) ................ Tazewell County ............ 309-477-2281 ........... KMcConkey@tazewell.com
Representative Committee ................................. Deborah Norman (chair).................... Lake County .................. 847-377-3660 ........... dnorman@lakecountyil.gov
Research Committee………………………………Lisa J. Aust (chair) ............................. Kane County .................. 630-232-5805 ........... AustLisa@co.kane.il.us
Resource Committee .......................................... Margi Gilmour (co-chair).................... DeKalb County .............. 815-895-7196 ........... mgilmour@dekalbcounty.org
Sex Offender Committee .................................... Joe Howe (co-chair) .......................... Tazewell County ............ 309-477-2281 ........... jhowe@tazewell.com
Sex Offender Committee .................................... Jamie Oliphant (co-chair) .................. Lake County .................. 847-377-3664 ........... joliphant@lakecountyil.gov.
Substance Abuse Committee ............................ Gary Jakubowski (co-chair) ............... Cook County .................. 708-974-6698 ........... gjake14@yahoo.com
Substance Abuse Committee ............................ Deborah Norman (co-chair)............... Lake County .................. 847-377-3660 ........... dnorman@lakecountyil.gov
Substance Abuse Committee ............................ Christine Winters (co-chair)............... Effingham County .......... 217-347--7931 .......... cwinters@co.effiingham.il.us
Technology Committee....................................... Robert Zastany, Jr. (co-chair) ........... Lake County .................. 847-377-3614 ........... rzastanyjr@lakecountyil.gov
EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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President .............................................................. Tracy Burke-Carriere......................... Bureau County .............. 815-872-8951 ........... TBCarriere@bureaucounty-il.gov
President-Elect .................................................... Mark Krueger..................................... 13th Judicial Circuit ....... 815-434-0736 ........... mark-krueger@lasallecounty.com
Secretary .............................................................. Tina Varney ....................................... Kendall County .............. 630-553-4180………..tvarney@co.kendall.il.us
Treasurer .............................................................. Cassy Taylor ..................................... Ford County................... 217-379-9450 ........... ctaylor@fordcounty.illinois.gov
Representative Chair .......................................... Deborah Norman ............................... Lake County .................. 847-377-3660 ........... dnorman@lakecountyil.gov
Statewide Representative................................... Greg Barrett....................................... Iroquois County ............. 815-432-6969 ........... gbarrett@co.iroquois.il.us
Region I Representative ..................................... Tammie Birmann ............................... Cook Social Services .... 773-674-6012 ........... tammie.birmann@cookcountyil.gov
Region II Representative .................................... Robert Shafer .................................... Adams County ............... 217-277-2170 ........... rshafer@co.adams.il.us
Region III Representative ................................... Randy Brandmeyer ........................... Clinton County ............... 618-594-2464 .......... randy.brandmeyer@clintonco.illinois.gov
Governmental Relations ..................................... John McCabe .................................... McCabe and Associates 312-543-0644 ........... johnmccabe@att.net
Executive Assistant ............................................ Cheryl Meyers ................................... Effingham County.......... 217-347-7931 ........... ipcsa@consolidated.net
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