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$298,000 👤 Members & officials (319)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review
- Butler
- Freeman
- Newquist
- Richmond
Who’s on the Capital Improvements & IT
- Costa
- Deane-Schlottman
- Oxley
- Revis
Who’s on the Capital Improvements & IT Committee
Who’s on the Committee of the Whole
- Butler
- Costa
- Deane-Schlottman
- Logan
- Mitchell
- Ortiz
- Oxley
- Pretzel
- Revis
- Balich
- Newquist
- Ogalla
- Richmond
- Winfrey
Who’s on the Committee Of The Whole
- Deane-Schlottman
- Logan
- Mitchell
- Ogalla
- Oxley
- Pretzel
Who’s on the Democratic Caucus
- Brooks Jr
- Ortiz
- Newquist
- Winfrey
- Costa
- Ortiz
- Traynere
- VanDuyne
Who’s on the Finance Committee
Who’s on the Finance Committee Meeting
Who’s on the Forest Preserve Board of Commissioners
- Deane-Schlottman
- Pretzel
- Costa
- Mitchell
- Bullock
- Ortiz
- VanDuyne
- Ogalla
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Ad Hoc Rules Committee - Regular Meeting
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners
- Deane-Schlottman
- Ortiz
- Bullock
- Logan
- Brooks Jr
- Costa
- Mitchell
- Pretzel
- Revis
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners - Public Hearing
- Mitchell
- Ogalla
- Traynere
- Winfrey
- Newquist
- Parker
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
- Winfrey
- Diaz
- Coleman
- Ogalla
- Revis
- Mitchell
- Traynere
- Deane-Schlottman
- Ortiz
- Pretzel
- Butler
- Mueller
- Parker
- Costa
- Logan
- Bullock
- Newquist
- Balich
- Mitchell AA. ADJOURNMENT
- Oxley
- Revis AA. ADJOURNMENT
- Richmond
- VanDuyne
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Finance Committee
- Mitchell
- Deane-Schlottman
- Revis
- Winfrey
- Logan
- Richmond
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Finance Committee - Regular Meeting
- Mitchell
- Ortiz
- Winfrey
- Ogalla
- Revis
- Logan
- Costa
- Newquist
- Parker
- Freeman
- Mueller
- Oxley
- Berkowicz
- Richmond
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Operations Committee
- Deane-Schlottman
- Pretzel
- Butler
- Traynere
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Operations Committee - Regular Meeting
- Coleman
- Mitchell
- Traynere
- Deane-Schlottman
- Mueller
- Newquist
- Parker
- Pretzel
- Ogalla
- Freeman
- VanDuyne
- Balich
- Berkowicz
- Bullock
- Butler
- Costa
- Ortiz
- Hickey
- Williams
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund - Regular Meeting
Who’s on the Forest Preserve Operations Operations Committee
Who’s on the Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting
Who’s on the Landfill
- Deane-Schlottman
- Logan
- Newquist
- Pretzel
- Pretzel
Who’s on the Land Use & Development Special Meeting
Who’s on the Legislative Committee
- Brooks Jr
- Bullock
- Ogalla
- Ortiz
Who’s on the OPEB - Regular Meeting
- Bertino-Tarrant
- Ogalla
- Scharf
- Hennessy
- Traynere
- VanDuyne
Who’s on the Public Health and Safety Committee
- Deane-Schlottman
- Butler
- Hickey
- Mitchell
Who’s on the Public Health & Safety Committee
- Deane-Schlottman
- Mitchell
- Berkowicz
- Costa
- Freeman
- Hickey
Who’s on the Public Health & Safety-Regular
Who’s on the Republican Caucus
- Deane-Schlottman
- Mitchell
- Revis
- Balich
- Berkowicz
- Butler
Who’s on the Republican Caucus Committee
- Berkowicz
- Deane-Schlottman
- Mitchell
- Ogalla
Who’s on the Retiree Health Insurance Trust (OPEB)
Who’s on the Special Legislative Committee
Who’s on the Stormwater Management Planning Committee
- Bjork
- Calpin
- Parker
- Shreve
- Willard
Who’s on the Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
- Jenco
- Jessen
- Butler
- Nugent Jr
- Ortiz
- Parker
- Winfrey
- Bjork
- Orrego
- Shreve
- Wieser
Who’s on the WC Ad-Hoc Access Will County Committee - Recessed Meeting
Who’s on the WC Ad-Hoc Access Will County Committee - Special Meeting
- Winfrey
- Logan
- Deane-Schlottman
- Diaz
Who’s on the WC Ad-Hoc Old Courthouse Committee - Special Meeting
Who’s on the WC Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee - Special Meeting
Who’s on the WC Capital Improvements & IT Committee - Regular Meeting
- Coleman
- Parker
- VanDuyne
- Bullock
- Costa
- Mueller
- Revis
Who’s on the WC Capital Improvements & IT Committee - Regular Meeting - Cancelled
- Berkowicz
- Butler
- Coleman
- Mueller
- Parker
- VanDuyne
Who’s on the WC Committee of the Whole - Informational Meeting
- Ortiz
- Butler
- Costa
- Deane-Schlottman
- Logan
- Mitchell
- Oxley
- Pretzel
- Revis
- Winfrey
- Balich
- Newquist
- Ogalla
- Richmond
Who’s on the WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting
- Winfrey
- Ortiz
- Mueller
- Traynere
- Brooks Jr
- Coleman
- Freeman
- Newquist
- VanDuyne
- Diaz
- Costa
Who’s on the WC Executive Committee - Assignment Meeting
- Parker
- Balich
- Ogalla
- Berkowicz
- Mueller
Who’s on the WC Executive Committee - Board Agenda Setting Meeting
- Balich
- Berkowicz
- Deane-Schlottman
- Mueller
- Richmond
Who’s on the WC Executive Committee - Special
Who’s on the WC Finance Committee - Regular Meeting
- Parker
- Berkowicz
- Diaz
- Newquist
- Revis
- Traynere
- Winfrey
- Butler
- Logan
- Ortiz
Who’s on the WC Finance Committee - Special Meeting
Who’s on the WC Landfill Committee - Regular Meeting
- Newquist
- Deane-Schlottman
- Balich
- Logan
- Parker
- Pretzel
- VanDuyne
Who’s on the WC Legislative Committee - Regular Meeting
- Deane-Schlottman
- Logan
- Berkowicz
- Diaz
- Revis
- Brooks Jr
- Bullock
- Butler
- Mueller
- Ortiz
Who’s on the WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing
Who’s on the WC Public Health & Safety Committee - Regular Meeting
- Costa
- Mitchell
- Ortiz
- Butler
- Deane-Schlottman
- Hickey
- Williams
- Winfrey
Who’s on the WC Public Health & Safety Committee - Regular Meeting - Cancelled
Who’s on the WC Public Works & Transportation Committee - Regular Meeting
- Balich
- Butler
- Costa
- Logan
- Revis
Who’s on the WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting
- Deane-Schlottman
- Mitchell
- Parker
- Pretzel
- Revis
- Berkowicz
- Butler
- Logan
- Ogalla
Who’s on the Will County Board Meeting
- Tim Brophy — Treasurer
- Annette Parker
- Duffy Blackburn
- Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant
Who’s on the Will County Board - Recessed Meeting
Who’s on the Will County Board - Regular Meeting
Who’s on the Will County OPEB Committee
- Bertino-Tarrant
- Bertino-Tarrant
- VanDuyne
Municipal budget
Total revenue$527.1M (FY2023)
Total spending$453.3M (FY2023)
Taxes$213.2M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$550.4M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$650 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Planning and Zoning Commission Committee
County Board Room
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Capital Improvements & IT
County Board Committee Room
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 07:00 PM
Historic Preservation Commission Committee
Commission to discuss Joliet historic study and landmark plaque presentation
The Will County Historic Preservation Commission will meet to receive an update on the City of Joliet Historic Context Study. The body will also address a landmark plaque presentation for the Joseph Ferris Perry House and set the 2027 meeting schedule.
- Update on City of Joliet Historic Context Study (26-5775)
- Joseph Ferris Perry House Landmark Plaque Presentation (26-5776)
- Approval of 2027 HPC Meeting Dates (26-5778)
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WILL COUNTY BOARD HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
NOVEMBER 4, 2026
County Board Room
Regular Meeting
7:00 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
ROLL CALL - ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM
III.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5779 September 2, 2026
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V.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
VI.
CHAIR'S REPORT
VII.
STAFF'S REPORT
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
1.
26-5775 City of Joliet Historic Context Study - Update
(Marguerite Kenny)
IX.
OTHER OLD BUSINESS
X.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5776 Joseph Ferris Perry House Landmark Plaque Presentation
(Marguerite Kenny)
2.
26-5777 Annual Meeting Agenda
(Marguerite Kenny)
3.
26-5778 Approving 2027 HPC Meeting Dates
(Marguerite Kenny)
XI.
OTHER NEW BUSINESS
XII.
COMMISSIONER DISCUSSION
XIII. ADJOURNMENT DECEMBER 02, 2026
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Historic Preservation Commission
NOVEMBER 4, 2026
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Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Public Works & Transportation
Will County considers railroad quiet zones and license plate camera agreements
The Public Works & Transportation Committee will discuss intergovernmental agreements for license plate reading cameras and railroad quiet zones. The body is also reviewing right-of-way acquisitions for Gougar Road and a speed zone change on Dralle Road.
- Quick take powers for Highway Right-Of-Way acquisition for Gougar Road (Ch 52)
- Intergovernmental agreements for license plate reading cameras with New Lenox, Beecher, and Channahon
- Railroad Quiet Zone construction at Cedar Road (CH 04), Laraway Road (CH 74), and Gougar Road (CH 52)
- Establishment of Altered Speed Zone 715 along Dralle Road
- Discussion regarding a pedestrian crossing in front of the Adult Detention Center
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WILL COUNTY BOARD PUBLIC WORKS & TRANSPORTATION
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
NOVEMBER 4, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Regular Meeting
9:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5654 Public Works & Transportation - Minutes - October 6, 2026
(Jackie Traynere)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
26-5554 Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Village of New
Lenox and the County of Will for Placement of License Plate Reading Cameras Located
on County Highways in the County of Will
(Jeff Ronaldson)
2.
26-5577 Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Village of
Beecher and the County of Will for Placement of License Plate Reading Cameras
Located on County Highways in the County of Will
(Jeff Ronaldson)
VII.
OTHER OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5740
OPEN PUBLIC HEARING -
PLEASE BE ADVISED ABSOLUTELY NO NEW EVIDENCE OR INFORMATION WILL BE
ALLOWED ONCE THIS PUBLIC HEARING IS CLOSED -
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING -
(Jackie Traynere)
2.
26-5672 Requesting Quick Take Powers for the Acquisition of Highway Right-Of-Way
for Gougar Road (Ch 52) over the Canadian National Railway
(Jeff Ronaldson)
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26-5714 Acc …
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Finance Committee
Will County Finance Committee to review FY2027 annual budget and levies
The Finance Committee will discuss the FY2027 annual budget ordinance and various fund levies. The body is also considering the appropriation of voter registration grant funds and authorization for a delinquent tax program.
- FY2027 Annual Budget Ordinance
- Appropriating Illinois State Board of Elections Voter Registration State Grant FY2027 funds
- Authorization for County Executive to execute documents for Delinquent Tax Program
- FY26 Budget Transfer
- Levies for Corporate Fund, FICA, IMRF, Tort Immunity, Workers' Comp, Health Department, and Highways
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WILL COUNTY BOARD FINANCE
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
NOVEMBER 4, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Regular Meeting
10:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5647 Finance Committee Minutes - Regular Meeting - October 6, 2026
(Sherry Newquist)
2.
26-5670 Finance Committee Minutes - Special Meeting - October 13, 2026
(Sherry Newquist)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5661 Appropriating Grant Funds in the County Clerk Budget from the Illinois State
Board of Elections Voter Registration State Grant FY2027
(Annette Parker)
2.
26-5673 Authorizing County Executive to Execute Necessary Documents for
Delinquent Tax Program
(Jen Alberico)
3.
26-5698 FY26 Budget Transfer
(ReShawn Howard)
4.
26-5754 Discussion: Levy/Budget
(Sherry Newquist)
5.
26-5699 Corporate Fund Levy (1010)
(ReShawn Howard)
6.
26-5700 FICA Levy (1020)
(ReShawn Howard)
7.
26-5722 IMRF Levy (Fund 1030)
(ReShawn Howard)
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8.
26-5703 Tort Immunity (Fund 1040)
(ReShawn Howard)
9.
26-5704 Workers' Comp Levy (Fund 1050)
(ReShawn Howard)
10.
26-5705 TB Sanitarium Fund (Fund 2101)
(ReShawn Howard)
11.
26-5706 Health Department Levy (Fund 2102)
(ReShawn H …
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Legislative Committee
County Board Committee Room
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Public Health & Safety Committee
Committee to discuss detention facilities and correctional concerns
The Public Health & Safety Committee will hold discussions regarding the Adult Detention Facility and the River Valley Detention Center. The meeting includes a presentation on the Will County Center for Correctional Concerns and various departmental reports.
- Presentation: Will County Center for Correctional Concerns
- Discussion: River Valley Detention Center
- Discussion: Adult Detention Facility
- Health Department reports for October and November 2026
- Behavioral Health and Overdose Prevention reports for October and November 2026
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WILL COUNTY BOARD PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
NOVEMBER 5, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Regular Meeting
10:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5497 Public Health & Safety Committee Minutes - Regular Meeting - September 3,
2026
(Dan Butler)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5709 Presentation: Will County Center for Correctional Concerns
(Chris Alcorn)
2.
26-5727 Discussion: River Valley Detention Center
(Shannon McCormick)
3.
26-5757 Discussion: Adult Detention Facility
(Chief Deputy Warden Dave Adams)
VIII. OTHER NEW BUSINESS
IX.
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
1.
26-5508 Health Department Report - October 2026
(Elizabeth Bilotta)
2.
26-5686 Health Department Report-November 2026
(Elizabeth Bilotta)
3.
26-5509 Board of Health Meeting Minutes 8.19.26
(Elizabeth Bilotta)
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4.
26-5692 Board of Health Meeting Minutes 9.16.26
(Elizabeth Bilotta)
5.
26-5544 Behavioral Health and Overdose Prevention Report-October 2026
(Dr. Kathleen Burke)
6.
26-5688 Behavioral Health and Overdose Prevention Report-November 2026
(Dr. Kathleen Burke)
7.
26-5575 Animal Protection Services Report …
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Forest Preserve District Operations Committee
Committee considers $493,200 contract for Goodenow Grove pond improvements
The Forest Preserve District Operations Committee will meet to consider a contract for pond access improvements and a replacement hire for a marketing role. The committee will also enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining, land acquisition, litigation, and personnel.
- Contract award of $493,200.00 to LZ Design Build Group for Goodenow Grove Pond Access Improvements
- Permission to advertise for a Digital Marketing Coordinator replacement hire
- Executive session regarding land acquisition
- Executive session regarding collective bargaining
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FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
Thursday, November 5, 2026
302 N. Chicago St.
Joliet, IL 60432
9:00 AM
AGENDA
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C.
ROLL CALL
D.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
Operations Minutes October 1, 2026
E.
OLD BUSINESS – None
F.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Award of Contract in the Amount of $493,200.00 to LZ Design Build Group of Roselle,
Illinois for Goodenow Grove Pond Access Improvements
2.
Permission to Advertise – Digital Marketing Coordinator – Replacement Hire
G.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
1.
Collective Bargaining (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2))
2.
Land Acquisition (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (5))
3.
Pending or Imminent Litigation (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (11))
4.
Personnel (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1))
5.
Review of Executive Session Minutes (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21))
H.
ACTIONS FOLLOWING EXECUTIVE SESSION
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Forest Preserve District Forest Preserve District Operations
Committee
November 5, 2026
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I.
REPORTS
1.
Next Meeting Date – Thursday, January 7, 2027 at 9 AM at the Will County Office
Building, 302 N. Chicago Street, Joliet
J.
COMMENTS BY PUBLIC
K.
COMMENTS BY COMMISSIONERS
L.
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 09:15 AM
Forest Preserve District Finance Committee
Finance Committee to recommend 2027 budget and 2026 levies
The committee will consider recommending the 2027 Budget and the 2027 Appropriation Ordinance. Members will also review the adoption of six separate 2026 levies to support the district.
- Schedule of bills for $1,575,154.32
- Recommendation of the 2027 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance
- Ordinances 701-706 regarding 2026 levies for audit, insurance, IMRF, FICA, general corporate, and construction/development
- Quarterly Cash and Investment Report for 2026 Q3
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FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT FINANCE COMMITTEE
Thursday, November 5, 2026
302 N. Chicago St.
Joliet, IL 60432
9:15 AM
AGENDA
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C.
ROLL CALL
D.
SCHEDULE OF BILLS – $1,575,154.32
E.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
Finance Minutes October 1, 2026
F.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
Recommend Approval of the 2027 Budget and Adoption of the 2027 Appropriation
Ordinance
2.
Recommend Adoption of the 2026 Levies to Support the Forest Preserve District of
Will County
a. Approval of Ordinance No. 701 Audit Levy 2026
b. Approval of Ordinance No. 702 Liability Insurance Levy 2026
c. Approval of Ordinance No. 703 IMRF Levy 2026
d. Approval of Ordinance No. 704 FICA Levy 2026
e. Approval of Ordinance No. 705 General Corporate Levy 2026
f. Approval of Ordinance No. 706 Construction and Development Levy 2026
G.
NEW BUSINESS – None
H.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
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Committee
November 5, 2026
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1.
Collective Bargaining (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2))
2.
Land Acquisition (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (5))
3.
Pending or Imminent Litigation (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (11))
4.
Personnel (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1))
5.
Review of Executive Session Minutes (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21))
I.
ACTIONS FOLLOWING EXECUTIVE SESSION
J.
REPORTS
1.
Quarterly Quote Approval Report
2.
Quarterly Cash and Investment Report - 2026 Q3
3.
Next Meeting Date – Thursday, …
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance
Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund meeting
The board will review quarterly financial statements, an investment report, and a schedule of bills. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from August 6, 2026.
- Quarterly Schedule of Bills
- Quarterly Financial Statements
- Quarterly Investment Report
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FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE TRUST FUND
Thursday, November 5, 2026
302 N. Chicago St.
Joliet, IL 60432
9:30 AM
AGENDA
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C.
ROLL CALL
D.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
OPEB Minutes August 6, 2026
E.
OLD BUSINESS
F.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Quarterly Schedule of Bills
G.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
H.
ACTIONS FOLLOWING EXECUTIVE SESSION
I.
REPORTS
1.
Quarterly Financial Statements
2.
Quarterly Investment Report
3.
Next Meeting Date – Thursday, February 4, 2027 immediately following the Finance
Committee Meeting but no earlier than 9:30 AM at the Will County Office Building,
302 N. Chicago Street, Joliet
J.
COMMENTS BY PUBLIC
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Insurance Trust Fund
November 5, 2026
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K.
COMMENTS BY MEMBERS
L.
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Land Use & Development Committee
Will County reviews special use permits and solar facility extensions
The Land Use & Development Committee will consider several special use permits for commercial operations and map amendments. The body will also review multiple extension requests for commercial solar energy facilities and two subdivision plats.
- Special use permit for a truck terminal at 10114 S. Clow Creek Road, Plainfield
- Map amendment from A-1 to I-1 for 1.48 acres at 25300 & 25210 US RT 30, Plainfield
- Special use permit for craft brewing and distilling at 1333 S Schoolhouse Rd, New Lenox
- Extensions for commercial solar energy facilities in Wesley, Channahon, Florence, Joliet, and Crete Townships
- Appeal of a variance request to reduce mowing frequency at 15520 W. Baker Road, Manhattan
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WILL COUNTY BOARD LAND USE & DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
NOVEMBER 5, 2026
County Board Room
Regular Meeting
11:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER AND DECLARATION OF QUORUM
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5769 Approval of Minutes October 1, 2026
IV.
PUBLIC COMMENT
V.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5633 ZC-26-052-CCM Leasing Group LLC, Galina Scripnic of CCM Transport Inc.,
Agent and Eric Miller of Eric J. Miller Law Group Ltd., Attorney, (S-26-028) . Special
use permit for a truck terminal, Wheatland Township PIN #07-01-08-376-003-0000,
10114 S. Clow Creek Road, Plainfield, IL., County Board District 10
(Jesus Briseno)
2.
26-5518 ZC-26-049- Money Tree LLC, Owner of Record, Alexandr Istrattii, Agent and
Philip Fornaro of Fornaro Law, Attorney, (M-26-009)Map Amendment from A-1 to I-1
(1.48 acres: PINs 07-01-29-101-006-0000 & part of 07-01-29-300-012-0000),
Wheatland Township, 25300 & 25210 US RT 30, Plainfield, IL., County Board District 8
(Marguerite Kenny)
3.
26-5519 ZC-26-049- (S-26-024) Special use permit for Heavy Equipment Sales and
Rentals.
(Marguerite Kenny)
4.
26-5520 ZC-26-049- (S-26-025) Special use permit for Light Equipment Sales and
Rentals.
(Marguerite Kenny)
5.
26-5634 ZC-26-046-Ricardo Sanchez, Owner of Record and Ivan Campos, Agent, (S-26-
023) Special use permit for outdoor …
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Landfill
County Board Committee Room
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Ad-Hoc Cannabis Revenue Review
County Board Committee Room
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Special Finance Committee
Finance Committee to discuss levy and budget
The Will County Board Finance Committee is holding a special meeting. The primary item for discussion is the levy and budget.
- Discussion of Levy/Budget (Item 26-5771)
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WILL COUNTY BOARD FINANCE
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
NOVEMBER 10, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Special Meeting
10:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
26-5771 Further Discussion: Levy/Budget
(Sherry Newquist)
VII.
OTHER OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
IX.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY CHAIR
X.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XI.
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Nov 26, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Stormwater Management Planning Committee
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Recent meetings
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Stormwater Management Planning Committee
Stormwater Committee to review flooding and drainage updates
The Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review correspondence. The agenda includes updates on specific flooding and drainage issues.
- Flooding issue update at 1921 W. Quail Court
- Drainage issue update at 11438 W. 192nd Street
- Update regarding Harris Drive
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WILL COUNTY BOARD STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLANNING
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 22, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Regular Meeting
10:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
INTRODUCTIONS
IV.
PUBLIC COMMENT
V.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5567 WC Stormwater Committee – August 27, 2026, 10:00 AM ()
2.
26-5579 26-5511 WC Stormwater Management Planning-September 24, 2026
()
VI.
NEW BUSINESS CORRESPONDENCE
1.
26-5379 Update: Flooding issue at 1921 W. Quail Court (Sarah Colmer)
2.
26-5380 Update: 11438 W. 192nd Street: Drainage Issue (Sarah Colmer)
3.
26-5378 Update: Harris Drive (Sarah Colmer)
VII.
REPORT OF OFFICERS, SUBCOMMITTEES, STATE'S ATTORNEY AND/OR STAFF
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMITTEE COMMENTS
IX.
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR November 26, 2026
Meeting of November 26, 2027 has been Cancelled November meeting rescheduled to November
23, 2026
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Planning and Zoning Commission Committee
Will County Planning and Zoning Commission to review seven zoning cases
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss several variance requests and special use permits. The body is reviewing requests for land use changes across multiple townships, including requests for truck terminals and outdoor storage.
- Variance for ground cover height and mowing frequency at 5949 W Eagle Lake Road, Peotone
- Variance for street setback at vacant property on Reverend Walton Dr, Lockport
- Variance for fence height at vacant property on Manhattan-Monee Rd, Monee
- Special use permit for outdoor storage at 25555 Klemme Rd, Crete
- Special use permit for a truck terminal at 10114 S. Clow Creek Road, Plainfield
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WILL COUNTY BOARD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 20, 2026
County Board Room
Public Hearing Meeting
5:30 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF QUORUM
IV.
MINUTES APPROVAL
1.
26-5666 Minutes of September 15, 2026
()
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
ZONING CASES
1.
26-5637 ZC-26-062-Helen A Stumbris Land Trust, Owner of Record, John Prock of
Cenergy Power (d/b/a ESP Will LLC), Agent, (V-26-171) Variance for ground cover
plant height from 13 inches to 36 inches and (V-26-172) Variance for the number of
required mowings from five (5) to two (2) times, Will Township, PIN # 20-21-08-200-
001-0000, 5949 W Eagle Lake Road, Peotone, IL.
(Jesus Briseno)
2.
26-5640 ZC-26-074-Jose R. Cruz, Owner of Record and Steve Pickett of Pickett &
Associates, Inc. Agent, (V-26-187) Variance for minimum street setback from 30 feet
to 10 feet, Lockport Township, PIN # 11-04-34-418-048-0000, Vacant Property on
Reverend Walton Dr, Lockport IL.
(Kaeli Wloch)
3.
26-5643 ZC-26-077-Storage Squares LLC , Owner of Record and Bill Zalewski of
Advantage Consulting Engineers, Agent, (V-26-189) Variance for fence height from 4
ft to 8 ft within the street setback, Green Garden Township, PIN # 18-13-19-200-017-
0000, Vacant Property on Manhattan-Monee Rd, Monee, IL.
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Will County Board Meeting
Will County Board to review solar permits and 2027 legislative agendas
The County Board is considering several special use permits for commercial solar facilities and battery storage. The meeting includes votes on the 2027 state and federal legislative agendas and an AI usage policy. Other business includes budget appropriations for the Sheriff and Public Defender.
- Special use permits for solar facilities at 22939 Spencer Rd, 15520 W. Baker Road, and 25740 S 80th Ave
- Map amendment and special use permits for 13148 Maple Road
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of Monee for license plate reading cameras
- Review and approval of the 2027 Federal and State Legislative Agendas
- Approval of a new AI Usage Policy
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WILL COUNTY BOARD AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 15, 2026
County Board Room
Recessed Meeting
9:30 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
INVOCATION
IV.
ROLL CALL
V.
DECLARING QUORUM PRESENT
VI.
MOTION TO PLACE ON FILE CERTIFICATE OF PUBLICATION
VII.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
Will County Board Minutes – September 17, 2026
2.
Will County Board Minutes – October 1, 2026 (Special Meeting)
VIII. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF ELECTED OFFICIALS AND MEDIA PRESENT
IX.
HONORARY RESOLUTIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
X.
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
XI.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
Status of September 17, 2026 Resolutions/Ordinances
XII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5600 Presentation: Regional Office of Education (ROE) Update
XIII. LAND USE & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - F. PRETZEL, CHAIR
1.
ORD 26-304 / 26-5321 / ZC-26-051-The Wagner 80 Family Limited Partnership, Owner
of Record, Sam Walch of Arena Cosmos 1 Solar, LLC and Arena Cosmos 2 Solar, LLC
and Ben Jacobi of Polsinelli, Attorney, (S-26-027) Special use permit for a commercial
solar energy facility, New Lenox Township, PIN # 15-08-35-300-002-0000, 22939
Spencer Rd, Manhattan, IL , County Board District 2
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Republican Caucus
Will County Board Republican Caucus to discuss County Board agenda
The Republican Caucus will meet to discuss items on the County Board agenda across several committees. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from August 18 and September 15, 2026.
- Discussion of Land Use & Development agenda
- Discussion of Finance agenda
- Discussion of Public Works & Transportation agenda
- Discussion of Public Health & Safety agenda
- Discussion of Capital Improvements & IT and Landfill agendas
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WILL COUNTY BOARD REPUBLICAN CAUCUS
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 15, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Special Meeting
8:45 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5432 Republic Caucus Minutes August 18, 2026
(Leader Richmond)
2.
26-5535 Republican Caucus - Minutes - September 15, 2026
(Leader Richmond)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
DISCUSSION OF THE COUNTY BOARD AGENDA
Land Use & Development
Finance
Public Works & Transportation
Public Health & Safety
Legislative
Capital Improvements & IT
Landfill
Executive
VIII. OTHER NEW BUSINESS
IX.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY THE CHAIR
X.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XI.
ADJOURNMENT
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Democratic Caucus
Will County Board Democratic Caucus to discuss County Board agenda
The Democratic Caucus will hold a special meeting to review the County Board agenda. The group will also address old business regarding U.C.C.I, NACo, and I.S.A.C.O.
- Discussion of County Board Agenda (26-4414)
- Old business regarding U.C.C.I (26-4741)
- Old business regarding NACo (26-4742)
- Old business regarding I.S.A.C.O (26-4743)
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WILL COUNTY BOARD DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
20670 CITY CENTER BLVD
CREST HILL, IL 60403
OCTOBER 14, 2026
Crest Hill Library
Special Meeting
5:30 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5506 Democratic Caucus Minutes - Special Meeting - September 14, 2026
(Sherry Williams)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
26-4741 U.C.C.I
(Mica Freeman)
2.
26-4742 NACo
(Denise Winfrey)
3.
26-4743 I.S.A.C.O
(Denise Winfrey)
VII.
OTHER OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-4414 Discussion of County Board Agenda
(Sherry Williams)
IX.
OTHER NEW BUSINESS
X.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY THE CHAIR
XI.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XII.
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Landfill
Will County Landfill Committee reviews Prairie View landfill expansion and RNG facility updates
The Will County Board Landfill Committee meets October 13, 2026, in Joliet. The agenda is mostly updates: a status report on the proposed Prairie View RDF landfill expansion, plus updates on the renewable natural gas (RNG) facility and its fourth compressor. No new ordinances, contracts, or votes are listed on this agenda.
- Prairie View RDF proposed landfill expansion project status (Martin Fallon, GeoLogic Consultants)
- RNG Facility status update (Dave Hartke, Resource Recovery & Energy Division)
- RNG Facility 4th compressor update (Greg Komperda and Dave Hartke)
- Approval of August 11, 2026 Landfill Committee minutes
- Next meeting scheduled for November 10, 2026
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WILL COUNTY BOARD LANDFILL
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 13, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Regular Meeting
9:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5338 Landfill Committee - Minutes - August 11, 2026
(Dave Oxley)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
26-5547 Prairie View RDF - Proposed Landfill Expansion Project Status - General
Summary
(Martin Fallon, P.G., GeoLogic Consultants)
2.
26-5548 RNG Facility Status Update
(Dave Hartke, Director, Resource Recovery & Energy Division, Land Use Dept.)
3.
26-5549 RNG Facility - 4th Compressor Update
(Greg Komperda, RNG Project Manager & Dave Hartke, RR&E Division Director)
VII.
OTHER OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
IX.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY CHAIR
X.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XI.
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 10, 2026
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Ad-Hoc Cannabis Revenue Review
Will County reviews cannabis revenue allocation and 2027 budget
The Ad-Hoc Cannabis Revenue Review committee will discuss how revenues from the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act are allocated and disbursed. The committee is also scheduled to discuss cannabis revenue funding for the 2027 budget.
- Approval of parameters for the allocation and disbursement of Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act revenues
- Discussion regarding the 2027 Budget and Cannabis Revenue Funding
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WILL COUNTY BOARD AD-HOC CANNABIS REVENUE REVIEW
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 13, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Special Meeting
11:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5339 Ad-Hoc Cannabis Revenue Review - Minutes - August 11, 2026
(Vince Logan)
2.
26-5510 Ad-Hoc Cannabis Revenue Review - Minutes - September 8, 2026
(Vince Logan)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
26-5282-01 Discussion and Approval of the Parameters for the Allocation and
Disbursement of Revenues Collected by Will County through the Illinois Cannabis
Regulation and Tax Act
(Vince Logan)
VII.
OTHER OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5624 Discussion Regarding the 2027 Budget and Cannabis Revenue Funding
(Vince Logan)
IX.
OTHER NEW BUSINESS
X.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY CHAIR
XI.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XII.
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 10, 2026
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Special Finance Committee
Will County Finance Committee holds special meeting to discuss the FY2027 budget
The Will County Board Finance Committee meets in a special session on October 13, 2026, with the only substantive agenda item being a discussion of the FY2027 budget, presented by ReShawn Howard. The rest of the agenda is procedural: call to order, roll call, minutes approval, public comment, and adjournment. No votes on contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are listed, and no dollar figures appear in the agenda.
- Discussion of the FY2027 budget, led by ReShawn Howard (item 26-5619)
- Special meeting of the Will County Board Finance Committee, 10:00 AM, County Board Committee Room, 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet
- Public comment period included on the agenda
- Executive session listed, with no topic or reason stated
- No action items, contracts, or dollar amounts listed
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WILL COUNTY BOARD FINANCE
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 13, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Special Meeting
10:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5619 Discussion: FY2027 Budget
(ReShawn Howard)
VIII. OTHER NEW BUSINESS
IX.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY CHAIR
X.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XI.
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners
Will County Forest Preserve Board to review 2027 draft budget and 2026 levy estimates
The Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners meets Thursday, October 8, 2026, in Joliet. The board will vote on land acquisitions in the Plum Creek Watershed and near Laughton Preserve, and on contracts for tree maintenance, waste removal, and habitat services. It will also review the 2027 draft budget and proposed 2026 tax levies, and may enter executive session on bargaining, land acquisition, litigation, and personnel.
- Resolution No. 26-19: acquire Parcel PLUM3A1 in the Plum Creek Watershed under the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program
- Resolution No. 26-20: accept donation of a +/- 4.5 acre parcel adjacent to Laughton Preserve
- 2027 Draft Budget and Appropriation Ordinance to be made available for public inspection; proposed 2026 levies reviewed
- $181,750.00 contract to Homer Tree Care of Lockport for 2027 annual tree and brush maintenance
- $33,331.02 contract to Republic Services of Joliet for 2027 West Zone waste removal and recycling; task orders totaling $295,690.44 for habitat and ecological management services
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FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Thursday, October 8, 2026
302 N. Chicago St.
Joliet, IL 60432
9:00 AM
AGENDA
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C.
INVOCATION
D.
INTRODUCTION OF NEWS MEDIA
E.
ROLL CALL
F.
PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATE OF MAILING AND CERTIFICATE OF PUBLICATION
G.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
BOC Minutes September 10, 2026
H.
TREASURER'S REPORT – Berkowicz
1.
Monthly Financial Reports - September 2026
I.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS
1.
Rotary Club of Joliet
J.
PETITIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
K.
FINANCE COMMITTEE – Newquist
L.
SCHEDULE OF BILLS – $2,031,417.26
1.
Schedule of Bills - September 2026
M.
BUSINESS
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1.
Approval of Resolution No. 26-19 Authorizing the Acquisition of Parcel PLUM3A1 in
the Plum Creek Watershed as part of the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program
2.
Approval of Resolution No. 26-20 Accepting the Donation of a +/- 4.5 Acre Parcel
Adjacent to Laughton Preserve as Part of the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement
Program
3.
Recommend the 2027 Draft Budget and Appropriation Ordinance be made available
for Public Inspection
4.
Review the Estimates of the Proposed 2026 Levies and Recommend Staff Prepare the
Final 2026 Levy Ordinances
N.
REPORTS
1.
Next Meeting Date – Thursday, November 5, 2026 immediately following the
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Executive Committee
Will County Executive Committee to discuss cannabis funds and lobbying rules
The committee will consider resolutions regarding the use of cannabis funds for immigration legal services and a contract for FY2027 state lobbying services. Members will also discuss a 5-year capital improvements plan and the assessment of damaged property.
- Resolution on using cannabis funds for immigration related legal services grant program
- Contract for State Lobbying Services for Fiscal Year 2027
- Ordinance repealing Chapter 42 County Lobbyist's Registration
- Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Joliet for FY26 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Grant (JAG) Program
- Amendments to HUD grant agreements with Village of Plainfield and Village of Bolingbrook
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WILL COUNTY BOARD EXECUTIVE
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 8, 2026
County Board Room
Regular Meeting
10:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5568 Executive Committee Minutes – September 10, 2026
(Joe VanDuyne)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5598 Presentation: ARPA Closing Status
(Anna Sitton)
2.
25-4003-03 Discussion: Capital Improvements 5-Year Plan – Traffic Study, Property
Acquisitions
(Mica Freeman)
3.
26-5569 Resolution Regarding the Use of Cannabis Funds for the Immigration Related
Legal Services for Residents Legally Residing in Will County Grant Program
(County Executive’s Office)
4.
26-5599 Discussion: Assessing Damaged Property
(Dale Butalla)
5.
26-5494 Resolution
Authorizing
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County
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Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Joliet for the FY26 Edward Byrne
Memorial Justice Grant (JAG) Program
(Samantha Marcum)
6.
26-5605 Authorizing the Will County Executive to Execute a Contract for State
Lobbying Services for Fiscal Year 2027
(Joe VanDuyne)
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26-5604 Ordinance Repealing Chapter 42 County Lobbyist's Registration
(Philip Mock)
8.
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Planning and Zoning Commission Committee
Will County zoning board to hear 6 cases plus a 6-part Plainfield rezoning request
The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission meets October 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM in the County Board Room, 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet, for a public hearing meeting. The agenda lists six zoning cases, a multi-part request (ZC-26-049) covering a map amendment and special use permits in Plainfield, and two other items including a temporary rodeo permit and a variance extension. The meeting also includes public comment, minutes approval, and a possible executive session.
- ZC-26-049: Money Tree LLC seeks a map amendment from A-1 to I-1 on 1.48 acres at 25300 & 25210 US RT 30, Plainfield, plus special use permits for heavy and light equipment sales and rentals and fence height variances
- ZC-26-039: Shree Sudarsan LLC requests sign variances along Lincoln Highway at 16360 Lincoln Highway, Plainfield (signs from 1 to 3; menu board setback from 75 to 65 feet)
- ZC-26-069 and ZC-26-070: Borrelli requests to reduce minimum lot area from 10 acres to 5 acres at 15748 W Arsenal Rd, Manhattan
- ZC-26-055: Summer Das / Stillwater Solar requests ground cover plant height variance from 13 inches to 36 inches at 15520 W. Baker Road, Manhattan
- TUP-26-009: Victor Arteaga requests a temporary use permit for a cow roping rodeo on vacant property on Delite Inn Rd, Beecher
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WILL COUNTY BOARD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 6, 2026
County Board Room
Public Hearing Meeting
5:30 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF QUORUM
IV.
MINUTES APPROVAL
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
ZONING CASES
1.
26-5504 ZC-26-039-Shree Sudarsan LLC, Owner of Record, Raymond Mandarino of All
Signs Skokie Inc., Agent, (V-26-140)Variance for number of signs along a building
frontage along Lincoln Highway from 1 to 3 and (V-26-173) Variance for menu board
sign setback from residential zoning districts from 75 feet to 65 feet (155-13.50-G-2),
Plainfield Township, PIN # 06-03-23-302-001-0000, 16360 Lincoln Highway, Plainfield,
IL.
(Marguerite Kenny)
2.
26-5498 ZC-26-048-Victor Olivo, Owner of Record, (V-26-150) Variance for side yard
setback (northern side) from 10 feet to 1.3 feet, Plainfield Township, PIN # 06-03-26-
301-005-0000, 2508 Von Esch Road, Joliet, IL
(Jesus Briseno)
3.
26-5529 ZC-26-055-Summer Das, Owner of Record, Angela Feria of Cultivate Power
(d/b/a Stillwater Solar LLC), Agent, and Benjamin Jacobi of Polsinelli, Attorney, (V-26-
161) Variance for maximum ground cover plant height from 13 inches to 36 inches,
Manhattan Township, PIN # 14-12-05-400-004-0000, 15520 W. Baker Road,
Manhattan, IL.
(Jesus Briseno)
4.
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Capital Improvements & IT
Will County committee to review AI usage policy and facilities update
The Will County Board Capital Improvements & IT Committee meets October 6, 2026 in Joliet. The agenda lists approval of September minutes, a facilities update, and review and approval of an AI Usage Policy. No new business items are listed.
- Review and approval of an AI Usage Policy (Mica Freeman)
- Facilities Update October 2026 (Bill Fern)
- Approval of September 1, 2026 minutes (Mica Freeman)
- Next meeting scheduled for November 4, 2026
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WILL COUNTY BOARD CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS & IT
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 6, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Regular Meeting
10:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5496 Capital Improvements & IT - Minutes - September 1, 2026
(Mica Freeman)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
26-5578 Facilities Update October 2026
(Bill Fern)
2.
26-5602 Review and Approval: AI Usage Policy
(Mica Freeman)
VII.
OTHER OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
IX.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY CHAIR
X.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XI.
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 04, 2026
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Finance Committee
Will County Finance Committee weighs annual tax levy estimates and FY26 budget transfers
The Will County Board Finance Committee meets October 6, 2026 to review estimates of the annual aggregate levy for the county and the Community Mental Health Board, plus FY26 budget transfers and several appropriations. Members will also consider contingency fund requests for postage and medical services, a Homer Glen cost study final report, and grant fund appropriations in the Sheriff's budget. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, public comment, and surplus vehicle disposal.
- Estimate of Annual Aggregate Levy for Will County (26-5530)
- Estimate of Annual Aggregate Levy for Community Mental Health Board (26-5571)
- Homer Glen Cost Study Final Report (26-5560)
- Contingency funds requested for postage (26-5516) and medical services (26-5534)
- Appropriating grant funds in Sheriff's budget from Community Mental Health Board (26-5517) and US Department of Justice (26-5532)
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WILL COUNTY BOARD FINANCE
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 6, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Regular Meeting
11:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5492 Finance Committee Minutes - Regular Meeting - September 1, 2026
(Sherry Newquist)
2.
26-5576 Finance Committee Minutes - Special Meeting - September 16, 2026
(Sherry Newquist)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5530 Estimate of Annual Aggregate Levy - Will County
(ReShawn Howard)
2.
26-5571 Estimate of Annual Aggregate Levy - Community Mental Health Board
(ReShawn Howard)
3.
26-5560 Homer Glen Cost Study Final Report
(Duffy Blackburn/Cathy Pleasant)
4.
26-5516 Authorizing the Use of Contingency Funds For Postage
(ReShawn Howard)
5.
26-5534 Authorizing the Use of Contingency Funds for Medical Services
(ReShawn Howard)
6.
26-5559 FY26 Budget Transfers
(ReShawn Howard)
7.
26-5515 Appropriating Funds in the Public Defender's Budget
(ReShawn Howard)
8.
26-5517 Appropriating Grant Funds in the Sheriff's Budget – Community Mental
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Health Board
(ReShawn Howard)
9.
26-5532 Appropriating Grant Funds in the Sheriff's Budget – US Department of Justice
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Legislative Committee
Will County committee to vote on 2027 federal and state legislative agendas
The Will County Board Legislative Committee meets Oct. 6, 2026 in Joliet to review and approve its 2027 federal and state legislative agendas. The agenda also includes updates on federal and state legislative matters and a report on ISACo-tracked bills. No new business items are listed.
- Final review and approval of the 2027 Federal Legislative Agenda (26-5596)
- Final review and approval of the 2027 State Legislative Agenda (26-5597)
- Federal Legislative Update from Smith Garson (26-5592)
- State Legislative Update from Mac Strategies (26-5593)
- Approval of Sept. 1, 2026 regular meeting minutes (26-5463)
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WILL COUNTY BOARD LEGISLATIVE
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 6, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Regular Meeting
12:00 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5463 Legislative Committee Minutes - Regular Meeting - September 1, 2026
(Denise Winfrey)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
MISCELLANEOUS LEGISLATIVE REPORTS
1.
25-2288 ISACo Tracked Bills
(Denise Winfrey)
https://www.isacoil.org/bills/
VII.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
26-5592 Federal Legislative Update
(Smith Garson)
2.
26-5593 State Legislative Update
(Mac Strategies)
3.
26-5596 Final Review and Approval of the 2027 Federal Legislative Agenda
(Denise Winfrey)
4.
26-5597 Final Review and Approval of the 2027 State Legislative Agenda
(Denise Winfrey)
VIII. OTHER OLD BUSINESS
IX.
NEW BUSINESS
X.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY CHAIR
XI.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XII.
ADJOURNMENT
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 08:45 AM
Will County OPEB Committee
Will County OPEB Committee to review 3rd quarter 2026 investment report
The Will County Board OPEB Committee meets on October 6, 2026 at 8:45 AM in Conference Room A at 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the July 7, 2026 regular meeting and a new business item: the Investment Report for the 3rd Quarter of 2026, presented by Patrick Adams and Warner Moore. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed. The remaining agenda items are procedural.
- Approval of OPEB Committee minutes from the July 7, 2026 regular meeting (26-5581)
- Investment Report for the 3rd Quarter of 2026, presented by Patrick Adams and Warner Moore (26-5591)
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WILL COUNTY BOARD OPEB
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 6, 2026
Conference Room A
Regular Meeting
8:45 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5581 OPEB Committee Minutes - Regular Meeting - July 7, 2026
(Jim Richmond)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5591 Investment Report 3rd Quarter of 2026
(Patrick Adams and Warner Moore)
VIII. OTHER NEW BUSINESS
IX.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY CHAIR
X.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XI.
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Public Works & Transportation
Will County panel weighs license-plate cameras in Monee, New Lenox, Beecher
The Will County Public Works & Transportation Committee meets Oct. 6, 2026 to consider three intergovernmental agreements with the villages of Monee, New Lenox, and Beecher to place license plate reading cameras on county highways. The agenda also includes ingress and egress requests for a solar farm on Gougar Road, an agricultural access on Center Road, and the proposed Harlow Valley Subdivision on Laraway Road, plus acceptance of a $140,143.90 donation in lieu of improvements tied to development along Laraway Road. Several items are discussion or routine status reports.
- Three agreements for license plate reading cameras on county highways with Monee, New Lenox, and Beecher
- Ingress/egress for a solar farm on Gougar Road (Ch 52), County Board District #2
- Ingress/egress for the proposed Harlow Valley Subdivision on Laraway Road (Ch 74), District #2
- Accepting a $140,143.90 donation in lieu of improvements from development along Laraway Rd (C.H. 74)
- Discussion of Bridge Scores and monthly construction, maintenance, and Phase II reports
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WILL COUNTY BOARD PUBLIC WORKS & TRANSPORTATION
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 6, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Regular Meeting
9:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5491 Public Works & Transportation - Minutes - September 1, 2026
(Jackie Traynere)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5601 Discussion: Bridge Scores
(Jeff Ronaldson)
2.
26-5553 Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Village of Monee
and The County of Will for Placement of License Plate Reading Cameras Located on
County Highways in the County of Will
(Jeff Ronaldson)
3.
26-5554 Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Village of New
Lenox and the County of Will for Placement of License Plate Reading Cameras Located
on County Highways in the County of Will
(Jeff Ronaldson)
4.
26-5577 Authorizing an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the Village of
Beecher and the County of Will for Placement of License Plate Reading Cameras
Located on County Highways in the County of Will
(Jeff Ronaldson)
5.
26-5555 Granting Ingress and Egress for a Solar Farm on Gougar Road (Ch 52), County
Board District #2
(Jeff Ronaldson)
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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Land Use & Development Committee
Will County panel weighs five solar and battery storage permits plus a Mokena rezoning
The Will County Board Land Use & Development Committee meets Oct. 1, 2026 to take up new business including special use permits for commercial solar facilities and a battery energy storage system, and a map amendment in Mokena. It will also consider two first extensions of existing special use permits and receive informational updates on the county land resource management plan and solar farms. The agenda lists no dollar amounts or final decisions; items are proposals and requests before the committee.
- Special use permit for a commercial solar energy facility by The Wagner 80 Family Limited Partnership (Cosmos Solar 1 & 2 LLC) at 22939 Spencer Rd, Manhattan, New Lenox Township
- Special use permits for a commercial solar facility and a battery energy storage system by Summer Das (Stillwater Solar LLC) at 15520 W. Baker Road, Manhattan
- Map amendment from A-2 to C-4 for Faye's 4.2 LLC at 13148 Maple Road, Mokena, plus three related special use permits (construction sales/services, auto rebuilder, vehicle storage and towing)
- Special use permit for a commercial solar facility by Steven Molter (Will Solar LLC) at 25740 S 80th Ave, Monee, Green Garden Township
- First extensions of special use permits: Gates/Modern Midways vehicle storage and towing in Monee, and 22C Development/S Western Sun LLC solar facility in Beecher
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WILL COUNTY BOARD LAND USE & DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 1, 2026
County Board Room
Regular Meeting
11:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER AND DECLARATION OF QUORUM
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5570 Minutes of September 3, 2026
()
IV.
PUBLIC COMMENT
V.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5321 ZC-26-051-The Wagner 80 Family Limited Partnership, Owner of Record, Sam
Walch of Areana Renewables, Agent (d/b/a Cosmos Solar 1 LLC & Cosmos Solar 2 LLC)
and Ben Jacobi of Polsinelli, Attorney, (S-26-027) Special use permit for a commercial
solar energy facility, New Lenox Township, PIN # 15-08-35-300-002-0000, 22939
Spencer Rd, Manhattan, IL , County Board District 2
(Marguerite Kenny)
2.
26-5428 ZC-26-055-Summer Das, Owner of Record, Angela Feria of Cultivate Power
(d/b/a Stillwater Solar LLC), Agent and Benjamin Jacobi of Polsinelli, Attorney, (S-26-
029) Special Use Permit for a commercial solar energy facility, Manhattan Township,
PIN # 14-12-05-400-004-0000, 15520 W. Baker Road, Manhattan, IL. County Board
District 2
(Jesus Briseno)
3.
26-5429 ZC-26-055-Summer Das, Owner of Record, Angela Feria of Cultivate Power
(d/b/a Stillwater Solar LLC), Agent and Benjamin Jacobi of Polsinelli, Attorney, (S-26-
031) Special use permit for a battery energy storage system, Manhattan Township,
PIN # 14-12-05-400- …
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Public Health & Safety Committee
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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Will County Board - Special Meeting
County board to discuss Ninth Street Bridge / Caton Farm Road Bridge development
The Will County Board is holding a special meeting with a single substantive agenda item: a discussion of the development of the Ninth Street Bridge / Caton Farm Road Bridge. The rest of the agenda consists of routine procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and public comment.
- Discussion of the development of the Ninth Street Bridge / Caton Farm Road Bridge (item 26-5513)
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✓ Decided: Will County Board discusses Ninth Street Bridge / Caton Farm Road project
The board held a discussion regarding the development of the Ninth Street Bridge / Caton Farm Road Bridge corridor. No official actions were taken as the item was designated for discussion only.
- No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only
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WILL COUNTY BOARD
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 1, 2026
County Board Room
Special Meeting
9:30 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
INVOCATION
IV.
ROLL CALL
V.
DECLARING QUORUM PRESENT
VI.
MOTION TO PLACE ON FILE CERTIFICATE OF PUBLICATION
VII.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF ELECTED OFFICIALS AND MEDIA PRESENT
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT FOR AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
IX.
OLD BUSINESS
X.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5513 Discussion of the Development of the Ninth Street Bridge / Caton Farm Road
Bridge
XI.
OTHER NEW BUSINESS
XII.
PUBLIC COMMENT RELEVANT TO MATTERS UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF THE COUNTY
XIII. COMMENTS BY COUNTY BOARD MEMBERS
XIV. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE REPUBLICAN LEADER, DEMOCRATIC LEADER AND COUNTY BOARD
SPEAKER
XV.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XVI. ADJOURNMENT
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WILL COUNTY BOARD MINUTES
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
OCTOBER 1, 2026
County Board Room
Special Meeting
9:30 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Member Revis called the meeting to order at 9:36 a.m.
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Member Butler led the Pledge of Allegiance.
III.
ROLL CALL
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
Joe VanDuyne, Speaker, District 1 (D - Wilmington)
Judy Ogalla, District 2 (R - Monee)
Frankie Pretzel, District 2 (R - New Lenox)
Daniel Butler, District 3 (R - Frankfort)
Sherry Newquist, District 3 (D - Steger)
Steve Balich, District 4 (R - Homer Glen)
Jim Richmond, District 4 (R - Mokena)
Dave Oxley, District 5 (R - Lockport)
Sherry Williams, District 5 (D - Crest Hill)
Herbert Brooks Jr., District 6 (D - Joliet)
Dawn Bullock, District 7 (D - Plainfield)
Mica Freeman, District 8 (D - Plainfield)
Mark Revis, District 8 (R - Plainfield)
Raquel Mitchell, District 9 (R - Bolingbrook)
Julie Berkowicz, District 10 (R - Naperville)
Kelly Hickey, District 10 (D - Naperville)
Elnalyn Costa, District 11 (D - Bolingbrook)
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT
Katie Deane-Schlottman, District 1 (R - Joliet)
Denise Winfrey, District 6 (D - Joliet)
Vince Logan, District 7 (R - Joliet)
Destinee Ortiz, District 9 (D - Romeoville)
Jacqueline Traynere, District 11 (D - Bolingbrook)
IV.
DECLARING QUORUM PRESENT
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
MINUTES
Cou …
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Forest Preserve District Operations Committee
Forest Preserve panel votes on $181,750 tree contract and $33,331 waste deal
The Forest Preserve District Operations Committee meets Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM at 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet, to vote on 2027 contracts for tree and brush maintenance and waste removal, two water main licenses at Hammel Woods and Theodore Marsh, and habitat management task orders. It will also consider an intergovernmental agreement with the U.S. Forest Service for prescribed burning along the Wauponsee Glacial Trail and permission to bid Goodenow Grove Pond access improvements. The agenda includes an executive session on collective bargaining, land acquisition, litigation, personnel, and review of prior executive session minutes, with no actions listed afterward. Reports include the 2027 fee schedule and 2027 events schedule.
- Contract award of $181,750.00 to Homer Tree Care of Lockport, Illinois for 2027 Annual Tree and Brush Maintenance
- Contract award of $33,331.02 to Republic Services of Joliet, Illinois for 2027 West Zone Waste Removal and Recycling Services
- Ordinance No. 712 authorizing License No. 26-08 to the Grand Prairie Water Commission for a water transmission main at Hammel Woods
- Ordinance No. 713 authorizing License No. 26-09 to the Grand Prairie Water Commission for a water transmission main at Theodore Marsh
- Task orders totaling $89,446.90 to Davey Resource Group, Inc., $84,105.54 to Integrated Lakes Management, Inc., and $122,138.00 to Natural Resource Management, Inc. for habitat enhancement and ecological management services
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FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
Thursday, October 1, 2026
302 N. Chicago St.
Joliet, IL 60432
9:00 AM
AGENDA
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C.
ROLL CALL
D.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
Operations Minutes September 3, 2026
E.
OLD BUSINESS
F.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Award of Contract in the Amount of $181,750.00 to Homer Tree Care of Lockport,
Illinois, for 2027 Annual Tree and Brush Maintenance
2.
Award of Contract in the Amount of $33,331.02 to Republic Services of Joliet, Illinois
for 2027 West Zone Waste Removal and Recycling Services
3.
Approval of Ordinance No. 712, Authorizing License No. 26-08, to the Grand Prairie
Water Commission for the Purpose of Installing and Maintaining a Water
Transmission Main at Hammel Woods
4.
Approval of Ordinance No. 713, Authorizing License No. 26-09, to the Grand Prairie
Water Commission for the Purpose of Installing and Maintaining a Water
Transmission Main at Theodore Marsh
5.
Approval of Resolution No. 26-21 Authorizing Intergovernmental Agreement No. 26-
06 with the U.S. Forest Service to Perform Prescribed Burning Along the Wauponsee
Glacial Trail
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Approve Two Task Orders Totaling $89,446.90 to Davey Resource Group, Inc. of
Elmhurst, Illinois; One Task Order for $84,105.54 to Integrated Lakes Management,
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Forest Preserve District Finance Committee
Forest Preserve Finance Committee reviews 2027 draft budget and 2026 levy estimates
The Will County Forest Preserve District Finance Committee meets Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 9:15 AM at 302 N. Chicago St., Joliet. The committee will consider recommending the 2027 Draft Budget and Appropriation Ordinance be made available for public inspection, and will review estimates of the proposed 2026 levies and recommend staff prepare the final 2026 levy ordinances. It will also vote on two land resolutions: acquiring Parcel PLUM3A1 in the Plum Creek Watershed and accepting a donation of about 4.5 acres adjacent to Laughton Preserve, both under the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program. An executive session is scheduled on collective bargaining, land acquisition, litigation, personnel, and review of executive session minutes.
- Schedule of Bills: $2,031,417.26
- Resolution No. 26-19: acquisition of Parcel PLUM3A1 in the Plum Creek Watershed (2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program)
- Resolution No. 26-20: accept donation of a +/- 4.5 acre parcel adjacent to Laughton Preserve
- Review proposed 2026 levies and recommend staff prepare final 2026 levy ordinances
- Recommend 2027 Draft Budget and Appropriation Ordinance be made available for public inspection
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FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT FINANCE COMMITTEE
Thursday, October 1, 2026
302 N. Chicago St.
Joliet, IL 60432
9:15 AM
AGENDA
A.
CALL TO ORDER
B.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C.
ROLL CALL
D.
SCHEDULE OF BILLS – $2,031,417.26
E.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
Finance Minutes September 3, 2026
F.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
Recommend the 2027 Draft Budget and Appropriation Ordinance be made available
for Public Inspection
G.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Approval of Resolution No. 26-19 Authorizing the Acquisition of Parcel PLUM3A1 in
the Plum Creek Watershed as part of the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program
2.
Approval of Resolution No. 26-20 Accepting the Donation of a +/- 4.5 Acre Parcel
Adjacent to Laughton Preserve as Part of the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement
Program
3.
Review the Estimates of the Proposed 2026 Levies and Recommend Staff Prepare the
Final 2026 Levy Ordinances
H.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
1.
Collective Bargaining (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (2))
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October 1, 2026
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2.
Land Acquisition (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (5))
3.
Pending or Imminent Litigation (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (11))
4.
Personnel (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (1))
5.
Review of Executive Session Minutes (5 ILCS 120/2 (c) (21))
I.
ACTIONS FOLLOWING EXECUTIVE SESSION
J.
REPORTS
1.
Next Meeting Date – Thursday, November 5, 2026 immediately following the
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Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Planning and Zoning Commission
Will County zoning board hears 4 variances, 1 map change, 4 special uses
The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a public hearing on several zoning cases, including four variance requests and a map amendment with associated special use permits. Four items were moved off the agenda by the Land Use Development Committee to be heard on October 1, 2026. The commission will also approve minutes from its August 18, 2026 meeting.
- Variance to reduce minimum lot area from 10 to 5 acres, Monee Township, vacant W Dralle Rd
- Variance to increase accessory building area from 3,000 to 5,360 sq ft, 23036 Scheer Rd, New Lenox
- Variance to increase accessory building area from 3,000 to 5,975 sq ft, 1764 W. Elms Court Lane, Crete
- Variance to reduce rear yard setback from 20 to 10 feet, 21528 W Douglas Ct, Plainfield
- Map amendment from A-2 to C-4 and special use permits for construction sales, auto rebuilder, vehicle storage/towing, and commercial solar at 13148 Maple Rd and 22939 Spencer Rd (moved to 10-1-26)
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WILL COUNTY BOARD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
SEPTEMBER 29, 2026
County Board Room
Public Hearing Meeting
5:30 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF QUORUM
IV.
MINUTES APPROVAL
1.
26-5420 WC Planning and Zoning Commission-Public Hearing-August 18, 2026, 5:30
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V.
ZONING CASES
1.
26-5319 ZC-26-029-Jan Kowalkowski, Owner of Record, (V-26-128) Variance for
minimum lot area from 10 acres to 5 acres, Monee Township, PIN # 21-14-18-200-
022-0000, Vacant W Dralle Rd, Monee, IL
(Alec Van Patten)
2.
26-5387 ZC-26-054-Terry & Judy Jacobs, Owner of Record and Terry Jacobs, Agent, (V-
26-164) Variance for maximum accessory building area from 3,000 square feet to
5,360 square feet, New Lenox Township, PIN # 15-08-36-400-012-0000, 23036 Scheer
Rd, New Lenox, IL
(Kaeli Wloch)
3.
26-5320 ZC-26-057-Safee Shaheed, Owner of Record, Kale Carlson of Milmar Post
Buildings, Agent, (V-26-165) Variance for maximum accessory building area from
3,000 square feet to 5,975 square feet, Crete Township, PIN # 23-15-30-201-008-0000,
1764 W. Elms Court Lane, Crete, IL.
(Jesus Briseno)
4.
26-5323 ZC-26-059-Kuzmicki Family Revocable Living Trust, Owner of Record,
Kimberly Kuzmicki, Agent, (V-26-167) Variance for minimum rear yard setback from
20 feet to 10 feet, …
Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Stormwater Management Planning Committee
Committee to approve funds for Wheatland Industrial Park stormwater project
The Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee will consider approving funds for a 50/50 project with Wheatland Township Road District for improvements at Wheatland Industrial Park. They will also receive updates on flooding and drainage issues at two residential properties, and discuss wetlands and a possible ordinance review for lower-profile solar technology.
- Approval of funds for 50/50 project: Wheatland Township Road District, Wheatland Industrial Park Improvements (26-5511)
- Update: Flooding issue at 1921 W. Quail Court (26-5379)
- Information: Drainage issue at 11438 W. 192nd Street (26-5380)
- Discussion: Wetlands
- Discussion: Review of Stormwater Ordinance for Lower Profile Solar technology
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WILL COUNTY BOARD STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLANNING
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
SEPTEMBER 24, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Regular Meeting
10:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
INTRODUCTIONS
IV.
PUBLIC COMMENT
V.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
VI.
NEW BUSINESS CORRESPONDENCE
1.
26-5511 Approval of funds for completion of 50/50 project program: Wheatland
Township Road District, Wheatland Industrial Park Improvements (Dawn Tomczak)
2.
26-5379 Update: Flooding issue at 1921 W. Quail Court (Sarah Colmer)
3.
26-5380 Information: 11438 W. 192nd Street: Drainage Issue (Sarah Colmer)
Discussion: Wetlands
Discussion: Review of Stormwater Ordinance for Lower Profile Solar technology
VII.
REPORT OF OFFICERS, SUBCOMMITTEES, STATE'S ATTORNEY AND/OR STAFF
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENTS / COMMITTEE COMMENTS
IX.
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR October 22, 2026
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Will County Board Meeting
County board to vote on land use, solar, tax abatements
The Will County Board will consider several land use items, including a map amendment in Homer Township, extensions for solar and industrial special use permits, and a land resource management plan update. The board will also vote on consent agendas covering budget transfers, tax abatements for bond debt service, and road and bridge projects. A presentation from Silver Cross Hospital is scheduled.
- Map amendment from A-1 to E-2 for Kirby Family Trust, 13915 W. Bruce Road, Homer Glen
- Fourth extension for Prairie Solar special use permit, Peotone Township
- Third extension for MWRD special use permits, 18500 9th Street, Romeoville
- Tax abatements for bond debt service totaling over $26 million across five ordinances
- Design engineering agreement with Burns and McDonnell for Wilmington-Peotone Road
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✓ Decided: Will County Board approves land resource plan and various budget transfers
The Board approved a Land Resource Management Plan update and several zoning extensions, including a fourth extension for a solar energy facility. Financial actions included transferring $800,000 in ARPA interest to the Capital Improvement fund and abating several million dollars in bond debt service. The Board postponed an appointment to the Sheriff's Merit Commission.
- Approved Land Resource Management Plan update (21-0)
- Approved map amendment from A-1 to E-2 at 13915 W. Bruce Road (19-2)
- Approved fourth extension for Prairie Solar, LLC special use permit (14-7)
- Approved third extension for manufacturing permits at 18500 9th Street (18-3)
- Approved $800,000 transfer from ARPA interest to Capital Improvement fund (21-0)
- Approved five tax abatements for general obligation bonds (21-0 each)
- Approved strategic plan for the Will County Board (21-0)
- Postponed appointment to the Sheriff's Merit Commission (11-10)
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WILL COUNTY BOARD AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
SEPTEMBER 17, 2026
County Board Room
Regular Meeting
9:30 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
INVOCATION
IV.
ROLL CALL
V.
DECLARING QUORUM PRESENT
VI.
MOTION TO PLACE ON FILE CERTIFICATE OF PUBLICATION
VII.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5444 Will County Board Minutes – August 20, 2026
2.
26-5445 Will County Board Minutes – August 20, 2026 (Executive Session)
VIII. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF ELECTED OFFICIALS AND MEDIA PRESENT
IX.
HONORARY RESOLUTIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
X.
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
XI.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
Status of August 20, 2026 Resolutions/Ordinances
XII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5466 Presentation: Silver Cross Hospital
(Michael Mutterer, Scott Paddock)
XIII. LAND USE & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - F. PRETZEL, CHAIR
1.
RES 26-062 / 25-3937-02 Resolution Land Resource Management Plan Update
(Fairmont)
Recommend to schedule on September 4, 2025.
LUDC on November 6, 2025 approved 6-0 to schedule to CB for December 18. 2025
CB removed from Agenda schedule to PZC for public hearing
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PZC approved 6-0 (2_3_26)
CB postponed to May 21, 2026 CB
NH postponed to July 16, 2026 CB
NH postponed to August 20, 2026 CB
2.
ORD 26-277 / 26-5252 ZC-26-045- Kirb …
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WILL COUNTY BOARD MINUTES
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
SEPTEMBER 17, 2026
County Board Room
Regular Meeting
9:30 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Executive Bertino-Tarrant called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m.
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Member Ogalla led the Pledge of Allegiance.
III.
INVOCATION
Member Ogalla introduced the Clergy, Dr. Glenda Wright McCullum.
IV.
ROLL CALL
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
Jim Richmond, District 4 (R - Mokena)
Sherry Williams, District 5 (D - Crest Hill)
Katie Deane-Schlottman, District 1 (R - Joliet)
Judy Ogalla, District 2 (R - Monee)
Daniel Butler, District 3 (R - Frankfort)
Sherry Newquist, District 3 (D - Steger)
Steve Balich, District 4 (R - Homer Glen)
Dave Oxley, District 5 (R - Lockport)
Herbert Brooks Jr., District 6 (D - Joliet)
Denise Winfrey, District 6 (D - Joliet)
Dawn Bullock, District 7 (D - Plainfield)
Vince Logan, District 7 (R - Joliet)
Mica Freeman, District 8 (D - Plainfield)
Mark Revis, District 8 (R - Plainfield)
Raquel Mitchell, District 9 (R - Bolingbrook)
Destinee Ortiz, District 9 (D - Romeoville)
Julie Berkowicz, District 10 (R - Naperville)
Kelly Hickey, District 10 D (Naperville)
Elnalyn Costa, District 11 (D - Bolingbrook)
Jacqueline Traynere, District 11 (D - Bolingbrook)
Joe VanDuyne, Speaker, District 1 (D - Wilmington)
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 01:30 PM
Special Finance Committee
Will County Board Finance Committee to discuss FY2027 budget expenses
The Will County Board Finance Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss expenses related to the FY2027 budget. The agenda also includes standard procedures such as approval of minutes and public comment.
- FY2027 Budget Discussion - Expenses (Item 26-5465)
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✓ Decided: Finance Committee discusses proposed FY2027 budget expenses
The committee held a discussion regarding Corporate Fund expenses for the FY2027 budget, including a proposed 0% levy. Members discussed health insurance cost increases, cash reserve percentages, and funding for the Children’s Advocacy Center. No substantive votes were taken on the budget items.
- Adjourned meeting at 2:29 p.m. (6-0)
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WILL COUNTY BOARD FINANCE
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
SEPTEMBER 16, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Special Meeting
1:30 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5465 FY2027 Budget Discussion - Expenses
(ReShawn Howard)
VIII. OTHER NEW BUSINESS
IX.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY CHAIR
X.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XI.
ADJOURNMENT
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WILL COUNTY BOARD FINANCE
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
SEPTEMBER 16, 2026
County Board Committee Room
Special Meeting
1:30 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Newquist called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m.
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Ms. Hamann led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
III.
ROLL CALL
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
Sherry Newquist, Chair
Julie Berkowicz, Vice-Chair
Daniel Butler, Member
Mica Freeman, Member
Jacqueline Traynere, Member
Denise Winfrey, Member
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT
Dave Oxley, Member
Other County Board Members Present: Leader Richmond, Leader Williams, D. Bullock, K.
Hickey, S. Balich
Also Present: Speaker VanDuyne, J. Rogers, C. Pelkie, M. Hamann
Present from State’s Attorney’s Office: K. Meyers
Minutes by P. Perez
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
VII.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5465 FY2027 Budget Discussion - Expenses
(ReShawn Howard)
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Ms. Howard started by saying that she would be discussing the Corporate Fund expenses and
went over her presentation. She explained to Chair Newquist how the Other Financing Sources
work in each category. This is money that is being transferred out of the Corporate Fund into
these special funds.
Ms. Howard answered several questio …
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Motion to Adjourn @ 2:29 p.m. RESULT: Approved [6 – 0] MOVER: Jacqueline Traynere, Member SECONDER: Mica Freeman, Member
6 yea · 1 absent
Newquist yea · Berkowicz yea · Butler yea · Freeman yea · Traynere yea · Winfrey yea · Oxley absent
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 06:00 PM
Republican Caucus
Will County Republican Caucus to discuss county board agenda items
This is a special meeting of the Will County Board Republican Caucus. The main item is a discussion of the county board agenda, covering topics such as land use, finance, public works, and public health. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.
- Approval of minutes from August 18, 2026 meeting
- Discussion of county board agenda across multiple policy areas
- Public comment period
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✓ Decided: Will County Republican Caucus discusses upcoming agenda items and adjourns
The Will County Board Republican Caucus met on September 15, 2026, to discuss upcoming County Board agenda items including land use plans, zoning extensions, budget transfers, and sheriff's department personnel. Caucus members also discussed executive session confidentiality and county board rules before adjourning at 6:36 PM. The meeting recorded no formal final votes on county legislation, only a procedural adjournment vote.
- Adjourned the meeting at 6:36 PM (5-0)
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WILL COUNTY BOARD REPUBLICAN CAUCUS
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
11008 W LINCOLN HIGHWAY
FRANKFORT, IL 60423
SEPTEMBER 15, 2026
Frankfort Township Building
Special Meeting
6:00 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5432 Republic Caucus Minutes August 18, 2026
(Leader Richmond)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
VII.
OTHER OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
DISCUSSION OF THE COUNTY BOARD AGENDA
Land Use & Development
Finance
Public Works & Transportation
Public Health & Safety
Legislative
Capital Improvements & IT
Landfill
Executive
IX.
OTHER NEW BUSINESS
X.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY THE CHAIR
XI.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XII.
ADJOURNMENT
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WILL COUNTY BOARD REPUBLICAN CAUCUS
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
11008 W LINCOLN HIGHWAY
FRANKFORT, IL 60423
SEPTEMBER 15, 2026
Frankfort Township Building
Special Meeting
6:00 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Mr. Richmond called the Meeting to Order at 6:01 PM
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Ms. Ogalla led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
III.
ROLL CALL
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
Judy Ogalla, Republican Whip
Steve Balich, Member
Daniel Butler, Member
Vince Logan, Member
Jim Richmond, Republican Leader
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT
Julie Berkowicz, Member
Katie Deane-Schlottman, Member
Raquel Mitchell, Member
Dave Oxley, Member
Frankie Pretzel, Member
Mark Revis, Member
Present from the State’s Attorney’s Office: Mr. Meyers
Also Present: Mr. Pelkie
Minutes by: Ms. Ceci
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5432 Republic Caucus Minutes August 18, 2026
(Leader Richmond)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
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VII.
OTHER OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
DISCUSSION OF THE COUNTY BOARD AGENDA
Land Use & Development
Ms. Ogalla said the first item is for a resolution for Land Use Land Resource
Management Plan Update for Fairmont. This is something that we do on the plan that
they have with the floods, this is just an update. Then next was Nate Washburn …
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6 absent · 5 yea
Ogalla yea · Balich yea · Butler yea · Logan yea · Richmond yea · Berkowicz absent · Deane-Schlottman absent · Mitchell absent · Oxley absent · Pretzel absent · Revis absent
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Planning and Zoning Commission Committee
Will County Commission to review solar energy and zoning variance requests
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several zoning cases. The agenda includes special use permits for solar energy facilities and battery storage in Manhattan and Monee, alongside various property variances.
- Special Use Permit for commercial solar energy facility and battery storage at 15520 W. Baker Road, Manhattan
- Special Use Permit for commercial solar energy facility at 25740 S 80th Ave, Monee
- Variance for minimum lot frontage at 942 N Marley Rd, New Lenox
- Variances for accessory building area and side yard setbacks at 1813 Lakewood Drive, Wilmington
- Variance for side yard setback at 26049 Lockport Street, Plainfield
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WILL COUNTY BOARD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
SEPTEMBER 15, 2026
County Board Room
Public Hearing Meeting
5:30 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF QUORUM
IV.
MINUTES APPROVAL
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
ZONING CASES
1.
26-5433 ZC-26-058-Kieth and Natalie Hearns, Owner of Record, (V-26-166) Variance
for minimum lot frontage form 180 ft to 0 ft, New Lenox Township, PIN#15-08-14-
200-014-0000, 942 N Marley Rd, New Lenox, IL
(Alec Van Patten)
2.
26-5435 ZC-26-061-John and Kathi Hernandez, Owner of Record, (V-26-169) Variance
for maximum accessory building area from 1,500 square feet to 1,583 square feet, (V-
26-170) Variance for minimum side yard setback (south side) from 10 feet to 2 feet
and (V-26-179) Variance for minimum side yard setback (north side) from 10 feet to 5
feet, Wesley Township, PIN # 08-24-01-102-007-0000, 08-24-01-102-039-0000 & 08-
24-01-101-008-0000, 1813 Lakewood Drive, Wilmington, IL
(Jesus Briseno)
3.
26-5434 ZC-26-066-Hively Enterprises, LLC, Owner of Record, Joseph Hammer of The
Will Group Engineering, Agent, (V-26-175) Variance for minimum side yard setback
(east side) from 50 feet to 16 feet., Plainfield Township, PIN # 06-03-18-100-004-0000,
26049 Lockport Street, Plainfield, IL
(Marguerite Kenny)
4.
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Democratic Caucus
Will County Democratic Caucus meets to review minutes and discuss county board agenda
The Will County Board Democratic Caucus will hold a special meeting to approve minutes from August 19, 2026, and discuss items from the upcoming County Board agenda. No substantive decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.
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✓ Decided: Will County Democratic Caucus approves August minutes and adjourns
The Will County Board Democratic Caucus approved the minutes from their August 19, 2026, special meeting by a 6-0 vote. Members primarily discussed upcoming County Board agenda items, including land use, transportation, capital improvements, and election mail-in ballot procedures. The meeting was adjourned at 6:32 p.m. with a 7-0 vote.
- Approved August 19, 2026 Democratic Caucus Minutes (6-0)
- Adjourned the meeting (7-0)
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WILL COUNTY BOARD DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
20670 CITY CENTER BLVD
CREST HILL, IL 60403
SEPTEMBER 14, 2026
Crest Hill Library
Special Meeting
5:30 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5431 Democratic Caucus Minutes - Special Meeting - August 19, 2026
(Sherry Williams)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
26-4741 U.C.C.I
(Mica Freeman)
2.
26-4742 NACo
(Denise Winfrey)
3.
26-4743 I.S.A.C.O
(Denise Winfrey)
VII.
OTHER OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-4414 Discussion of County Board Agenda
(Sherry Williams)
IX.
OTHER NEW BUSINESS
X.
ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY THE CHAIR
XI.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
XII.
ADJOURNMENT
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WILL COUNTY BOARD DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
20670 CITY CENTER BLVD
CREST HILL, IL 60403
SEPTEMBER 14, 2026
Crest Hill Library
Special Meeting
5:30 PM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Leader Williams called the meeting to order at 5:46 p.m., once a quorum was met.
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Ms. Hickey led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
III.
ROLL CALL
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
Mica Freeman, Democratic Whip
Elnalyn Costa, Member
Kelly Hickey, Member
Sherry Newquist, Member
Jacqueline Traynere, Member
Denise Winfrey, Member
Sherry Williams, Democratic Leader
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT
Herbert Brooks Jr., Member
Dawn Bullock, Member
Destinee Ortiz, Member
Joe VanDuyne, County Board Speaker
Ms. Costa arrived at 5:49 p.m.
Also Present: Executive Bertino-Tarrant, M. Mahoney, C. Pelkie, two guests
Present from State’s Attorney’s Office: S. Pyles
Minutes by P. Perez
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5431 Democratic Caucus Minutes - Special Meeting - August 19, 2026
(Sherry Williams)
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RESULT:
Approved [6 – 0]
MOVER:
Jacqueline Traynere, Member
SECONDER:
Kelly Hickey, Member
AYES:
Freeman, Hickey, Newquist, Traynere, Winfrey, Williams
AWAY:
Costa
ABSENT:
Brooks Jr., Bullock, Ortiz, VanDuyne
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
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Motion to Adjourn @ 6:32 p.m. RESULT: Approved [7 – 0] MOVER: Kelly Hickey, Member SECONDER: Mica Freeman, Democratic Whip
7 yea · 4 absent
Freeman yea · Costa yea · Hickey yea · Newquist yea · Traynere yea · Winfrey yea · Williams yea · Brooks Jr absent · Bullock absent · Ortiz absent · VanDuyne absent
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Executive Committee
Will County Executive Committee discusses strategic plan and bridge project
The committee will review a resolution for the Will County Board Strategic Plan and discuss the Caton Farm Road / Bruce Road Bridge Project. The agenda also includes updates on the vote-by-mail program and joint grant agreements with Bolingbrook and Plainfield.
- Resolution approving a Strategic Plan for The Will County Board
- Discussion regarding the Caton Farm Road / Bruce Road Bridge Project
- Extension of joint agreement with Village of Bolingbrook for HUD grant programs
- Joint agreement with Village of Plainfield for HUD grant programs
- Status update on the Will County Vote By Mail Program for the General Election
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✓ Decided: Executive Committee moves strategic plan and HUD grant agreements forward
The committee approved a new strategic plan and several joint agreements for HUD grant programs to be sent to the County Board. It also dissolved the Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee and approved a raffle license waiver. A resolution regarding the annual tax sale was postponed until December.
- Moved strategic plan for Will County Board forward (10-0)
- Dissolved Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee (10-0)
- Moved HUD grant agreements for Bolingbrook and Plainfield forward (9-0 each)
- Moved appropriation of Indemnity Fund funds forward (9-0)
- Approved raffle license waiver for Oak Park Sportsmen's Club (9-0)
- Postponed annual tax sale resolution until December (10-0)
- Moved Workforce Investment Board appointments forward (10-0)
- Moved Merit Commission appointments forward (10-0)
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WILL COUNTY BOARD EXECUTIVE
COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
County Board Room
Regular Meeting
10:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
III.
ROLL CALL
IV.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
26-5438 Executive Committee Minutes – August 13, 2026
(Joe VanDuyne)
V.
PUBLIC COMMENT
VI.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
RES 26-268 / 26-5311-01 Resolution regarding the role of the County in the annual tax
sale
(Scott Pyles)
VII.
OTHER OLD BUSINESS
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
1.
26-5405 Presentation: Northern Illinois Food Bank
(Emily Frost)
2.
26-5368 Will County Community Mental Health Board Quarterly Report
(Teena Mackey)
3.
26-5437 Status of Will County Vote By Mail Program for General Election
(County Clerk Annette Parker)
4.
26-5462 Discussion: Background on Caton Farm Road / Bruce Road Bridge Project
(Dave Oxley, Jeff Ronaldson)
5.
26-5443 Resolution Approving a Strategic Plan for The Will County Board
(Sherry Williams)
6.
26-5442 Resolution Dissolving the Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee
(Joe VanDuyne)
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7.
26-5370 Authorizing Extension of Joint Agreement between Village of Bolingbrook
and the County of Will for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Community Development Block Grant and H …
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WILL COUNTY BOARD EXECUTIVE
COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
302 N. CHICAGO ST.
JOLIET, IL 60432
SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
County Board Room
Regular Meeting
10:00 AM
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Speaker VanDuyne called the meeting to order at 10:30 a.m.
II.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Ms. Bilotta led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
III.
ROLL CALL
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
Jim Richmond, Vice-Chair
Sherry Williams, Member
Daniel Butler, Member
Mica Freeman, Member
Kelly Hickey, Member
Sherry Newquist, Member
Dave Oxley, Member
Jacqueline Traynere, Member
Denise Winfrey, Member
Joe VanDuyne, Chair
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT
Vince Logan, Member
Frankie Pretzel, Member
Other County Board Members Present: S. Balich, J. Ogalla, D. Bullock, J. Berkowicz
Also Present: J. Rogers, C. Pelkie, M. Hamann
Present from State’s Attorney’s Office: K. Meyers
Minutes by P. Perez
Before proceeding, Speaker VanDuyne announced that Ms. Freeman could not attend in person
due to a family medical emergency. He then asked for a Motion to allow her to attend and
participate in the meeting virtually. Ms. Hickey Motioned and Leader Williams seconded the
Motion.
Speaker VanDuyne clarified to Mr. Butler that participation means commenting and voting in
the meeting. He reminded members that according to the Rules, they have to give permission as
Minutes
Executive
SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
Will County, Ill …
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to add Mica Freeman virtually to the meeting RESULT: Approved [8 – 1] MOVER: Kelly Hickey, Member SECONDER: Sherry Williams, Member
8 yea · 1 nay
Richmond yea · Williams yea · Hickey yea · Newquist yea · Oxley yea · Traynere yea · Winfrey yea · VanDuyne yea · Butler nay
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 213 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
🌐 County-level context (Will County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+334 people (-$102.2M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Severe Storm": 5, "Flood": 4, "Snowstorm": 4, "Tornado": 3 · last Fri Sep 20, 2024)
Traffic fatalities58 (12 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments17,085 (267,545 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,761/mo (3,791 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy16.8% (low numeracy 25% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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1,993
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$527.1M
Spending$453.3M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$550.4M
Debt-to-revenue1.04×
Debt-load index59 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the
research explorer.
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