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February 19, 2026 ·7:30 AM Final

City Hall 1st Floor CD Dept.

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Agenda — 30 items

  1. I. CALL TO ORDER
  2. II. ROLL CALL
  3. 2 Mark Buckner called the meeting to order at 7:31am
  4. 1. Introduction of Community and Economic Development Director Sarah Leys
  5. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
  6. 1. October, November and December 2025 Meeting Minutes
  7. 5 Sarah introduced herself and gave some background on positions she has held with the city and other jobs. She shared that she has a background in housing. She worked for Habitat for Humanity and the HomeStart Program. She also shared some goals and future plans for the CD Department…training’s, software and procedures.
  8. IV. NEW APPLICATIONS
  9. 2. Steven McMaster guest at the meeting. He introduced himself. He shared that he is a community member and has been trying to attend all board meetings, commissions and committees that he can.
  10. 1. Juan Ismael Esparza Vela / ESP Tech Heating and Cooling - Applying for license "A"
  11. 2. Jason A. Wollin / Baker Services LLC Applying for "A", " A1" & "F"
  12. V. RESUBMITTED APPLICATIONS
  13. 9 Motioned to approve all 3 as one by Greg Harle, motioned made by Mark Buckner, 2nd by Ryan Marshall
  14. 1. David Vernetti / Perfect Temp – Applying for the "A1" license He applied for the "A1" license on 04/19/2018 and was denied. He applied for the "A1" license on 02/10/2021 and was approved. Failed Exam. He applied for the "A1" license on 03/19/2024 and was approved. Failed Exam.
  15. 11 THE CITY OF ROCKFORD INTENDS TO COMPLY WITH THE INTENT AND SPIRIT OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. IF A SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER, PERSONAL P.A. SYSTEM, OR OTHER SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE NEEDED, PLEASE CALL THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT AT (779) 348-7391 AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE, SO WE CAN BE PREPARED TO ASSIST YOU.
  16. 12 THE APPLICATION FOR THE "A" LICENSE WAS DENIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
  17. 13 Denied by: Mark Buckner, Greg Harle, Ryan Marshall and Bill Spargue Board Members Absent: Todd Whitlock Raed Salem and Jason Bottensek
  18. 15 THE APPLICATION FOR THE "A" LICENSE WAS DENIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: Denied by: Mark Buckner, Greg Harle, Ryan Marshall, and Bill Spargue Board Members Absent: Todd Whitlock, Raed Salem, and Jason Bottensek
  19. 16 THE APPLICATION FOR THE "F" LICENSE WAS DENIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: Approved by: Mark Buckner, and Greg Harle Denied by: Ryan Marshall and Bill Spargue Board Members Absent: Todd Whitlock, Raed Salem, and Jason Bottensek
  20. 17 THE APPLICATION FOR "A1" WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: Approved by: Mark Buckner, Greg Harle, Ryan Marshall and Bill Spargue Board Members Absent: Todd Whitlock, Raed Salem and Jason Bottensek
  21. 3. Discussed not having a completed "F" test on file. Tecia will review the exam and come up with some additional questions to add to the exam and will share with board prior to moving forward. Discussed taking the "A" and "E" test to obtain the "F" license. Greg asked that I check notes from a previous meeting in 2022 in regards to a discussion that was had about the "F" license and each member provided 5 questions to add to the exam. Mark asked that we put in a recommendation to update the "F" License Exam during the New Business section of the agenda.
  22. 21 THE APPLICATION FOR THE "A1" LICENSE WAS APPROVED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE: Approved by: Mark Buckner, Greg Harle, Ryan Marshall and Bill Spargue Board Members Absent: Todd Whitlock, Raed Salem and Jason Bottensek
  23. VI. NEW LICENSES ISSUED
  24. 23 None
  25. VIII. OLD BUSINESS
  26. 25 Greg asked if we had an update on the new energy code. This was discussed in the December meeting - no new updates from Tecia. She plans to attend a class to get clarity on the exact changes that pertain to Mechanical work. She believes more are towards the Building Code. Greg shared that he thought Tecia's main concern was about the venting changes. Tecia agreed and shared that she does not feel comfortable relaying the venting changes information until she can take the courses. She will get back to the board when this is completed. Mark asked if there was any more old business - none.
  27. VII. NEW BUSINESS
  28. 27 Greg asked if everyone was contacted by Deborah about the Open Meetings Act training. Mark stated he had not. Greg shared that the email could be in Mark's spam mail. Mark stated that he will check. Greg shared that the city needs a copy of everyone's Open Meetings Act training. Christina agreed to contact Deborah to ensure all board members have complied. Greg completed his in 2022 and Bill shared he completed his prior to joining the board. Other new business: The "F" test question? Mark stated we should recommend to the authorities that the "F" test be eliminated and that applicants should be required to take the "A1" to replace if the gas is already there like a furnace replacement and an "E1" if they are installing gas piping of more than 5 feet or similar to the gas furnace or any gas appliance. Discussed eliminating the "F" test. Mark does not feel that an "F" test is a necessity. He also shared that the "F" test was created years ago for masonry fireplaces and believes it is no longer needed. Greg believes the test questions are not from 2021, but from 2017. He doesn't remember us updating the test questions to reflect 2021. Christina will check and get back to the board. Tecia explained her process for when she prints a test and distributes the exam. She also stated that the exams are printed at random using our software "SchoolHouse" She shared that she has been reviewing each exam as she prints them for applicants to ensure there are no duplicate questions and that they all pertain to the license the applicant is applying for. Mark reiterated recommendation to eliminate the "F" test and that applicants be required to take the "A1" for a fire place replacement and an "E1" if they are installing gas piping of more than 5 feet. Greg asked that we wait to look over the previous minutes to see the specific details of what was decided. The board agreed. Bill shared that the Geo Thermal Conference will be coming up later in the month. He believes it would be beneficial to Tecia. They issue the certification exam that is needed to receive any Comed rebates. He will forward the information to Tecia. Mark asked if there was any other new business. Mark entertained a motion, Greg motioned, Ryan 2nd, all agreed.
  29. IX. ADJOURNMENT
  30. 29 The meeting was adjourned at 8:23 AM.