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A Reason for County Board Members to Watch Their Purchasing Agents Closely

Posted on 09/15/2016 by Cal SkinnerSeptember 15, 2016

Here’s what happened in Winnebago County when the County Board didn’t keep close enough watch on its Purchasing Agent: Former Winnebago County Purchasing Director Sally Claassen Sentenced to Two Years in Federal Prison for Stealing More Than $400,000 ROCKFORD — … Continue reading →

Winnebago County Purchasing Scandal Results in Seizure of Almost $300,000 from Purchasing Agent’s Bank Accounts

Posted on 02/15/2016 by Cal SkinnerFebruary 15, 2016

Winnebago County (think Rockford area), which now has fewer people than McHenry County (288,542 to 307,283) has a major county government scandal. It has reached the top of Winnebago County government, resulting in the resignation of its Board Chairman, Scott … Continue reading →