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Will CountyIL averageUS Census ACS
Population
698,450
Per-capita income
$46,216
Median home value
$298,000
Bachelor's or higher
36%
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👤 Members & officials (319)
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Who’s on the Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review
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Who’s on the Forest Preserve Board of Commissioners
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Ad Hoc Rules Committee - Regular Meeting
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners
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Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Finance Committee
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Finance Committee - Regular Meeting
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Operations Committee
Who’s on the Forest Preserve District Operations Committee - Regular Meeting
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
Who’s on the Land Use & Development Special Meeting
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Who’s on the Retiree Health Insurance Trust (OPEB)
Who’s on the Special Legislative Committee
Who’s on the Stormwater Management Planning Committee
Who’s on the Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
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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
Who’s on the WC Capital Improvements & IT Committee - Regular Meeting - Cancelled
Who’s on the WC Committee of the Whole - Informational Meeting
Who’s on the WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting
Who’s on the WC Executive Committee - Assignment Meeting
Who’s on the WC Executive Committee - Board Agenda Setting Meeting
Who’s on the WC Executive Committee - Special
Who’s on the WC Finance Committee - Regular Meeting
Who’s on the WC Finance Committee - Special Meeting
Who’s on the WC Landfill Committee - Regular Meeting
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$527.1M (FY2023)
Total spending$453.3M (FY2023)
Taxes$213.2M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$550.4M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$650 (FY2023)

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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/29/2026 Page 1 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 () 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 Agenda Historic Preservation Commission NOVEMBER 4, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/29/2026 Page 2
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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/28/2026 Page 1 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) Agenda Public Works & Transportation NOVEMBER 4, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/28/2026 Page 2 3. 26-5714 Acc …
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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/28/2026 Page 1 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) Agenda Finance NOVEMBER 4, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/28/2026 Page 2 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 …
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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/28/2026 Page 1 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) Agenda Public Health & Safety NOVEMBER 5, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/28/2026 Page 2 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 …
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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.

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Page 1 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 Agenda Forest Preserve District Forest Preserve District Operations Committee November 5, 2026 2 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.

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Page 1 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 Agenda Forest Preserve District Forest Preserve District Finance Committee November 5, 2026 2 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, …
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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.

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Page 1 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 Agenda Forest Preserve District Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund November 5, 2026 2 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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/30/2026 Page 1 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 …
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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/28/2026 Page 1 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

County Board Committee Room

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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/19/2026 Page 1 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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/14/2026 Page 1 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. (Alec Van …
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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/09/2026 Page 1 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 LUDC move off agenda 7-0 to be heard 10-1-26 PZC voted 2-3 thereby denying with 3 conditions LUDC voted 3-3 thereby denying with 3 conditions Agenda County Board OCTOBER 15, 2026 …
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 08:45 AM

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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/07/2026 Page 1 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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/07/2026 Page 1 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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/01/2026 Page 1 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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/07/2026 Page 1 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 Agenda Ad-Hoc Cannabis Revenue Review OCTOBER 13, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/07/2026 Page 2
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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/01/2026 Page 1 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.

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Page 1 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 Agenda Forest Preserve District Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners October 8, 2026 2 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 Op …
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Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 10:00 AM

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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/05/2026 Page 1 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 Will County Executive to Enter Into an 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) Agenda Executive OCTOBER 8, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/05/2026 Page 2 7. 26-5604 Ordinance Repealing Chapter 42 County Lobbyist's Registration (Philip Mock) 8. 26-5573 Authorizing …
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Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 07:00 PM

Historic Preservation Commission Committee

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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 05:30 PM

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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/28/2026 Page 1 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. 26-549 …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 10:00 AM

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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/01/2026 Page 1 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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/01/2026 Page 1 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 Agenda Finance OCTOBER 6, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/01/2026 Page 2 Health Board (ReShawn Howard) 9. 26-5532 Appropriating Grant Funds in the Sheriff's Budget – US Department of Justice (ReShawn Howard) …
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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/01/2026 Page 1 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 Agenda Legislative OCTOBER 6, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/01/2026 Page 2 NEXT MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 04, 2026
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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/02/2026 Page 1 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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/01/2026 Page 1 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) Agenda Public Works & Transportation OCTOBER 6, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/01/2026 Pa …
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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/24/2026 Page 1 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- …
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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.

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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/18/2026 Page 1 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, Illinois Posted: 10/15/2026 Page 1 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 …
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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.

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Page 1 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 Agenda Forest Preserve District Forest Preserve District Operations Committee October 1, 2026 2 6. 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, Inc. of Waukegan, Illinoi …
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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 09:15 AM

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.

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Page 1 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)) Agenda Forest Preserve District Forest Preserve District Finance Committee October 1, 2026 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. Next Meeting Date – Thursday, November 5, 2026 immediately following the Operations Committee Meeting but no …
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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/17/2026 Page 1 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 () 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, …
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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/18/2026 Page 1 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.

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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/14/2026 Page 1 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 Agenda County Board SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/14/2026 Page 2 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, Illinois Posted: 10/15/2026 Page 1 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 Frankie Pretzel, District 2 (R - New …
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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.

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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/04/2026 Page 1 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, Illinois Posted: 10/06/2026 Page 1 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) Minutes Finance SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/06/2026 Page 2 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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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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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.

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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/02/2026 Page 1 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, Illinois Posted: 10/15/2026 Page 1 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 Minutes Republican Caucus SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/15/2026 Page 2 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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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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Motion to Adjourn @ 6:36 PM RESULT: Adjourn [5 – 0] MOVER: Daniel Butler, Member SECONDER: Steve Balich, Member
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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/08/2026 Page 1 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. 26-5428 Z …
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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/02/2026 Page 1 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, Illinois Posted: 10/14/2026 Page 1 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) Minutes Democratic Caucus SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 10/14/2026 Page 2 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 1. …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
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.

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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.

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Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/04/2026 Page 1 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) Agenda Executive SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 Will County, Illinois Posted: 09/04/2026 Page 2 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, Illinois Posted: 10/08/2026 Page 1 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 …
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🗳️ 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

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

105,748
Recorded votes
$527.1M
Annual budget
$550.4M
Debt outstanding
1,993
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

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 use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.467
All kids
0.411
Black kids
0.325

Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.

Where it’s happening

geocoded land-use decisions
🗺 Interactive map
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Meeting archives

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