Will County public meetings in 2023

WC Ad-Hoc Old Courthouse Committee - Special Meeting

The committee will discuss a mission statement and the demolition of the Old Courthouse. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding potential occupancy for the building.

• Demolition of the Old Courthouse
• Discussion on potential occupancy
• Mission statement discussion

Will County Board - Recessed Meeting

The meeting includes discussions on special use permits for commercial solar energy facilities in Green Garden and Crete Townships. The board will also consider various public works contracts for road maintenance and bridge repairs. Other items include budget transfers and renaming the county animal control department.

• Special Use Permit for a commercial solar energy facility in Green Garden Township
• IDOT resolution for countywide maintenance using $4,579,900.00 in MFT funds
• Contract award to Iroquois Paving Corporation ($536,445.86) for Monee Road bridge repair
• Contract award to WMC, Inc. ($135,900.00) for salt conveyor system repairs
• Renaming the Will County Animal Control Department to Animal Protection Services

WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Democratic Caucus is holding a special meeting on December 20, 2023. The agenda includes discussions regarding workforce housing and the County Board agenda. The group will also review proclamations.

• Workforce housing discussion
• Discussion of County Board agenda
• Proclamations
• Approval of October 18, 2023 minutes

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several requests for land use changes, including special use permits for solar energy facilities in Monee Township. The meeting also includes various zoning variances for lot areas and setbacks across Joliet, Lockport, and Homer Glen.

• Special Use Permit for 44.26-acre solar facility and 0.45-acre battery storage in Monee
• Special Use Permit for 29.46-acre solar facility and 0.444-acre battery storage in Monee
• Variance to reduce lot area from 10 acres to 5 acres at 20021 Houbolt Road, Joliet
• Temporary Use Permit for wedding and events in Manhattan
• Appeal of a zoning decision at 20029 S. Graceland Lane, Frankfort

WC Ad-Hoc Old Courthouse Committee - Special Meeting

The committee will discuss a mission statement and the demolition of the Old Courthouse. Janet Diaz is listed in connection with the demolition item.

• Mission Statement discussion
• Demolition of the Old Courthouse

WC Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee - Special Meeting

The Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee is meeting to evaluate proposed changes to several county ordinances. The committee will study and prepare recommendations for the Executive Committee regarding chapters 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, and 43.

• Review of proposed changes to Ordinance Chapters 32 through 43
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 19, 2023, and October 17, 2023

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Republican Caucus is holding a special meeting to discuss several topics. The agenda includes discussions regarding FEMA funds, solar farms, and specific properties.

• Discussion of FEMA Funds
• Discussion of 1300 Copperfield
• Discussion of 9 Osgood Building
• Discussion of Solar Farms
• Discussion of Stormwater Committee

Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board will consider a contract for 2024 campus facility landscape maintenance and an engineering task order for water access at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center. Members will also review Ordinance No. 651 regarding the Sand Ridge Savanna Nature Preserve Buffer Addition. Discussion is also scheduled regarding administrative tow fees and the use of Flock cameras.

• $137,720.00 contract for 2024 Campus Facility Landscape Maintenance
• $56,010.00 task order for water access at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center
• Ordinance No. 651 for Sand Ridge Savanna Nature Preserve Buffer Addition
• Review of administrative tow fees
• Review of the use of Flock cameras

WC Executive Committee - Board Agenda Setting Meeting

This meeting is a session to set the agenda for upcoming Will County Board meetings. Proposed items include new labor agreements, intergovernmental agreements regarding transportation and recycling, and the creation of a courthouse committee.

• Adoption of collective bargaining agreement for the Treasurer’s Office
• Intergovernmental agreement with Pace for the Mobility Management Project
• Intergovernmental agreement with Troy Township for recycling
• Creation of an Ad Hoc Old Courthouse Committee
• Disposal of surplus equipment and vehicles

WC Ad-Hoc Access Will County Committee - Special Meeting

The Will County Ad-Hoc Access Will County Committee will meet to approve its mission statement and hold discussions on PACE paratransit services and township coordination. The agenda also lists a public comment period, chair reports, and an executive session. No specific funding allocations or binding votes are detailed in the posted materials.

• Approval of the committee mission statement
• Discussion on PACE and paratransit services
• Discussion with township representatives
• Public comment period
• Executive session

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Land Use & Development Committee will review applications for commercial solar energy facilities in Frankfort and Crete. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for a property in Wilmington and a public hearing on building ordinance requirements.

• Special Use Permit for a commercial solar energy facility near Kuse Rd, Frankfort
• Special Use Permit for a commercial solar energy facility on S. Nacke Road, Crete
• Rezoning request from A-1 to R-2 for 23616 W. Widows Road, Wilmington
• Public hearing on building ordinance requirements for pre-manufactured accessory storage space
• Preliminary plat extension for an industrial subdivision in Joliet Township

WC Public Health & Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will consider an intergovernmental agreement for School Resource Officer services with Lincoln-Way Community High School District #210. The agenda also includes presentations regarding the 2-1-1 hotline and the Emergency Management Agency.

• Renaming Animal Control Department to Animal Protection Services Department
• Intergovernmental Agreement for School Resource Officer services with Lincoln-Way District #210
• Will County United Way 2-1-1 Hotline discussion
• Emergency Management Agency presentation
• Monthly updates from Sunny Hill Nursing Home and Health Department

WC Landfill Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review the status of plans for expanding the landfill. The meeting also includes discussions regarding landfill use for recycling and an update to the Will County Solid Waste Plan.

• Status of the plans for the expansion of the landfill
• Landfill use for recycling
• Will County Solid Waste Plan update

WC Committee of the Whole - Informational Meeting

The Will County Committee of the Whole is holding an informational meeting to hear annual budget presentations from regional transit agencies. The session includes updates from RTA, Metra, and PACE.

• RTA Annual Budget Presentation
• Metra Annual Budget Presentation
• PACE Annual Budget Presentation

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee - Regular Meeting

The Operations Committee will consider several contracts for landscape maintenance and engineering services. The meeting includes a vote on Ordinance No. 651 to dedicate a nature preserve buffer addition. Members will also discuss administrative tow fees and the use of Flock cameras.

• $137,720.00 contract for 2024 Campus Facility Landscape Maintenance
• $56,010.00 task order for water access at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center
• Ordinance No. 651 for Sand Ridge Savanna Nature Preserve Buffer Addition
• Permission to bid on Goodenow Grove Access Road Culvert Replacement
• Review of administrative tow fees and Flock camera usage

WC Executive Committee - Assignment Meeting

The Will County Executive Committee met to assign agenda items to several sub-committees for further action. These assignments include land use appeals, budget transfers, and public works contract confirmations. The meeting also addressed requests for legal opinions from the State's Attorney.

• $4,579,900.00 IDOT resolution for countywide maintenance materials
• $536,445.86 contract award for Highland Avenue Bridge repair in Monee Road District
• $135,900.00 contract award for salt conveyor system repairs
• Intergovernmental agreement for School Resource Officer services with Lincoln-Way District 210

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Will County Historic Preservation Commission will meet to address organizational matters. The agenda includes the adoption of a new commission logo and a review of the commission's bylaws.

• Adoption of the HPC logo
• Review of the HPC Bylaws
• Approval of November 1, 2023, meeting minutes

WC Capital Improvements & IT Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review updates regarding various FEMA-funded projects, including professional services and software for HR, Purchasing, and Budgeting. The agenda also includes progress reports on the 1300 Copperfield Ave. project and the 9 Osgood Street project.

• FEMA Resolution and Allocations update
• Updates on FEMA-funded software for HR, Purchasing, and Budget/Capital Planning
• 1300 Copperfield Ave. Project update
• 9 Osgood Street Project update
• Facilities update

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting - Cancelled

The Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee meeting scheduled for December 5, 2023, has been cancelled. The date for the next meeting is currently undetermined.

WC Legislative Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review updates on federal and state legislative activity. Members will also discuss the creation of upcoming legislative agendas for both levels of government. Additionally, a request for an Animal Control fee increase is on the agenda.

• Request for Animal Control Fee Increase
• Federal Legislative Update
• State Legislative Update
• Creation of Federal FY2025 Legislative Agenda
• Creation of State FY2024 Legislative Agenda

WC Public Works & Transportation Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee is reviewing several contract awards for road maintenance and repairs across the county. This includes funding for bituminous patching, salt conveyor system repairs, and bridge work. Members will also discuss the Will County 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan survey.

• Resolution to use $4,579,900.00 in MFT funds for countywide maintenance materials
• Contract award to WMC, Inc. ($135,900.00) for salt conveyor system repairs
• Contract award to Iroquois Paving Corporation ($536,445.86) for Highland Avenue Bridge repair
• Engineering services agreement with R S & H, Inc. for Gougar Road (CH 52)
• Transfer of jurisdiction for Parker Road (CH 1) to New Lenox Township and Village of Homer Glen

WC Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review reports on sales and cannabis taxes and the status of cash reserves. The meeting also includes an update on the RNG Facility construction and financial summary. Additionally, members will discuss budget transfers and delinquent tax program authorizations.

• Summary of select sales and cannabis taxes
• Report on status of cash reserves
• RNG Facility construction update/financial summary
• Transferring appropriations within various county budgets
• Authorization for delinquent tax program documents

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing several requests for land use changes, including a special use permit for a commercial solar energy facility in Crete. The agenda also includes temporary permits for automobile storage and various lot size and zoning amendments.

• Special Use Permit for a commercial solar energy facility on S. Nacke Road, Crete
• Temporary use permit for storing new Ford automobiles on S. Dixie Highway, Crete
• Zoning amendment from A-1 to R-2 at 23616 W. Widows Road, Wilmington
• Variance for minimum lot frontage and area for a property on W Steger Rd, Frankfort
• Extension of variances for self-service storage height and area in Homer Glen

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Commission will hold public hearings on multiple requests to amend the Will County Zoning Ordinance. Items include requests for building height and area variances in Monee, Minooka, and Frankfort, as well as a special use permit for a solar energy facility.

• Variance for dwelling height (30 to 39 feet) and accessory building area at 25163 S. Doolittle Drive, Monee
• Variance for accessory building area increase to 3,794 square feet in Minooka
• Special Use Permit for a commercial solar energy facility in Green Garden Township
• Variance for accessory building area increase to 2,811 square feet at 9425 Majestic Dr., Monee
• Variances for accessory dwelling unit and building area at 24146 S. 88th Avenue, Frankfort

WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting

The meeting will cover Project R, housing needs, proclamations, and discussion of the County Board agenda.

• Project R
• Housing Needs Discussion
• Proclamations

WC Public Health & Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review monthly updates from the Will County Health Department, Sunny Hill Nursing Home, and substance use initiatives. New business includes a discussion regarding an Animal Control name change and an update on the Life Saver on Wheels Narcan Mobile Unit.

• Discussion regarding Animal Control name change
• Update on Life Saver on Wheels, Narcan Mobile Unit
• WCHD Health Equity Team & ARISE Coalition Update
• Monthly Update from Will County Health Department
• Monthly Update from Sunny Hill Nursing Home

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Land Use & Development Committee will vote on nine zoning ordinances, including a special use permit for an adult-use cannabis infuser in Manhattan and a commercial solar facility in Peotone. The agenda also includes four requests to extend existing solar farm permits and two appeals overturning Planning and Zoning Commission decisions. Additionally, the committee will discuss building ordinance requirements for pre-manufactured accessory storage and amendments to the zoning ordinance's use table.

• Special Use Permit for Adult Use Cannabis Infuser at 25130 S. Schoolhouse Rd, Manhattan (ZC-23-057)
• Special Use Permit for Commercial Solar Energy Facility (36.99 acres) at 8209 W. Kennedy Road, Peotone (ZC-23-096)
• Special Use Permit for Packaged Liquor Sales at 16360 Lincoln Highway, Plainfield (ZC-23-059)
• Map Amendment from A-1 to E-1 for vacant property on S. Rivals Road, Wilmington (ZC-23-075)
• Four extensions of Special Use Permits for solar facilities in Beecher and Manhattan

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Board Republican Caucus convened a special meeting to discuss the County Board Agenda. The agenda also included committee reports across various departments and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of July 18, 2023, and August 15, 2023, special meeting minutes
• Discussion of County Board Agenda
• Reports from eight committees including Finance, Public Works, and Land Use & Development

WC Executive Committee - Board Agenda Setting Meeting

The committee will review several new business items including fee eliminations, contract renewals, and intergovernmental agreements. The meeting also includes updates on ARPA funds and requests for legal opinions from the State's Attorney.

• Elimination of $5.00 filing fee to fund the Child Exchange Program
• Renewal of professional engineering service agreement with Baxter and Woodman
• Intergovernmental agreement with Crete Township Fire District for fire extinguisher recycling
• Adoption of successor collective bargaining agreements for Deputy Supervisors and Court Security Officers
• Approval of MFT funds for the County Engineer's FY2024 salary

WC Ad-Hoc Access Will County Committee - Special Meeting

The Will County Ad-Hoc Access Committee will hold a special meeting to conduct a study regarding Access Will County. The agenda contains no other specific business items for discussion.

• Access Will County (Study)

Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review the Fiscal Year 2024 appropriation and budget ordinance. The meeting also includes discussions on various 2023 levies and several service contracts.

• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriation and Budget Ordinance No. 633
• Approval of $1,208,481.26 schedule of bills for October 2023
• $33,171.36 contract award to Lakeshore Recycling Systems for West Zone waste removal
• $65,000.00 contract award to MODALI Consulting/Ignapius, Inc. for permit management services
• Intergovernmental agreement to extend the DuPage River Trail from 119th Street to 127th Street

WC Public Works & Transportation Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will review several infrastructure items including a public hearing for 143rd Street right-of-way acquisition. The agenda includes multiple funding requests and contract approvals for bridge reconstruction, road repairs, and facility maintenance.

• Public hearing for 143rd Street (CH 37) highway right-of-way acquisition
• Supplemental agreement with Gonzalez Companies, LLC for Cedar Road (CH 4) bridge reconstruction
• Additional construction engineering services for Cedar Road (CH 4) using $220,199.00 in MFT funds
• Countywide concrete repairs using $133,586.50 in MFT funds
• Contract award to Bulk Storage, Inc. for $1,213,566.00 for Caton Farm Maintenance Facility Salt Dome

WC Legislative Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Legislative Committee will meet to review legislative reports and updates. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a potential increase to the Animal Control fee.

• Discussion: Animal Control Fee Increase
• Federal Legislative Update
• State Legislative Update
• Monthly NACo Activity Report
• United Counties Council of IL (UCCI) discussion

WC Capital Improvements & IT Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Capital Improvements & IT Committee will discuss updates regarding the RNG Facility construction and financial summary. The meeting also includes several progress reports on various FEMA-funded projects involving professional services, building supplies, and software.

• RNG Facility Construction Update/Financial Summary
• FEMA Funded Projects Update - Professional Services (ICT)
• FEMA Funded Projects Update - Capital Building and Building Supplies
• FEMA Funded Project Updates for HR, Purchasing, Budget, and Finance software

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting - Cancelled

This meeting of the Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this time. The next meeting date has not yet been set and will be posted later.

WC Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review the Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the fiscal period beginning December 1, 2023. The agenda also includes discussions on appropriating specific grant funds and several fund-specific tax levies.

• Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2024
• Appropriating IDOT Statewide Planning and Research Funds Grant
• Appropriating Illinois State Board of Elections Polling Place Accessibility Grant FY2024
• Authorizing use of contingency funds for Coroner autopsy and laboratory expenses
• Multiple tax levies including Corporate, FICA, IMRF, and Health Department funds

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning cases, including special use permits for solar energy facilities and requests for property variances. The agenda also includes a temporary use permit for rodeo events in Manhattan.

• Special Use Permit for a solar energy facility at Stuenkel Road, Frankfort
• Special Use Permit for a commercial solar energy facility on 36.99 acres in Peotone
• Variance requests for lot frontage, building height, and setbacks at 18106 S. Parker Road, Mokenable
• Temporary Use Permit for rodeo events at 11605 West Pauling, Manhattan
• Map Amendment from R-4 to C-4 for vacant land in Lockport Township

Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund - Regular Meeting

The Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund will review the 2024 budget via Resolution No. 23-01. The meeting also includes a review of the quarterly schedule of bills and quarterly financial reports.

• Approval of Resolution No. 23-01, 2024 Budget
• Review of Quarterly Schedule of Bills
• Quarterly Investment Report
• Quarterly Operating Statement

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee - Regular Meeting

The Operations Committee is meeting to consider several contract awards and intergovernmental agreements. The agenda includes decisions on waste removal services, consulting services, and a trail extension project.

• $33,171.36 contract for West Zone Waste Removal and Recycling Services
• $65,000.00 contract for Special Use Permit Contract Management Professional Services
• Ordinance No. 650 regarding Wetland Mitigation Bank at Thorn Creek Headwaters Preserve
• Resolution No. 23-18 for DuPage River Trail extension from 119th Street to 127th Street
• Permission to bid 2024 Ecological Management Contracts

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review a schedule of bills totaling $1,208,481.96 and consider the 2024 Fiscal Year Appropriation and Budget Ordinance. The agenda also includes several 2023 levy ordinances and a new agreement for wetland restoration.

• Approval of $1,208,481.96 in scheduled bills
• Approval of 2024 Fiscal Year Budget Ordinance No. 633
• Approval of six 2023 levy ordinances (Audit, Liability, IMRF, FICA, Corporate, and Construction/Development)
• Agreement with V3 Wetland Restoration, LLC for Thorn Creek Headwaters Preserve
• Appointment of an authorized agent for the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund

WC Executive Committee - Assignment Meeting

The committee is reviewing the annual budget and appropriation ordinance for the fiscal period beginning December 1, 2023. The meeting also includes discussions on various tax levies, road construction engineering services, and several requests for legal opinions from the State's Attorney.

• Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for Fiscal Period Dec 1, 2023 – Nov 30, 2024
• Contract award to Bulk Storage, Inc. for $1,213,566.00 for Caton Farm Maintenance Facility Salt Dome
• Additional construction engineering services for Cedar Road (CH 4) over Spring Creek using $220,199.00 in MFT funds
• Countywide concrete repairs using $133,586.50 in MFT funds
• Improvements on Cedar Road (CH 4) over Spring Creek using $142,236.65 in MFT funds

WC Landfill Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Landfill Committee will meet to conduct a review of the siting process for the landfill. The presentation is scheduled with Charles Helsten, Devin Moose, and Martin Fallon.

• Review of the Siting Process for the Landfill

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Commission will review progress on its 2023 goals, including landmark nominations and budget requests. The meeting also includes a review of the Commission's bylaws and setting meeting dates for 2024.

• Review of 2023 Goals and Objectives
• Discussion on existing HPC handouts regarding historic preservation
• HPC logo update
• Establishment of 2024 HPC meeting dates
• Review of Commission Bylaws

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting - Cancelled

The special meeting of the Will County Board Republican Caucus scheduled for October 19, 2023, was cancelled.

Will County Board - Recessed Meeting

The Will County Board will discuss and vote on several rezoning cases and solar energy facility permits. The meeting also includes financial reports, grant appropriations, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Ordinance amending the zoning ordinance for a truck terminal in Monee Township
• Special use permit for a solar energy facility with variances in Monee Township
• Appropriating $71,400 from MFT funds for right-of-way acquisition services along Laraway Road
• Authorizing design engineering services for Francis Road and Marley Road intersection

WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting

The caucus will meet to discuss the Joliet Township Grant and the FY2024 Budget. The agenda also includes discussions regarding County Board Rules and the County Board Agenda.

• Discussion of Joliet Township Grant
• Discussion of FY2024 Budget
• Discussion of County Board Rules
• Discussion of County Board Agenda

WC Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee - Special Meeting

The Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee met to study and evaluate proposed changes to multiple chapters of the Will County Ordinances. The committee's role is to assess the necessity and impact of these changes before making recommendations to the Executive Committee.

• Review of changes to Will County Ordinances Chapters 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, and 43

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Board Republican Caucus is convening a special meeting to discuss the County Board Agenda. The agenda also includes committee reports covering areas such as finance, land use, and public safety.

• Approval of minutes from the June 13, 2023, special meeting
• Discussion of County Board Agenda
• Reports from Land Use & Development, Finance, and Public Works & Transportation committees
• Reports from Public Health & Public Safety, Legislative, Capital Improvements & IT, and Executive committees

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing multiple requests for variances, special use permits, and map amendments. The agenda includes items ranging from residential lot adjustments in Wilmington to cannabis infuser and liquor sales permits.

• Variance request for 26247 Willow Lane to adjust lot area, frontage, and setbacks
• Special Use Permit for outdoor storage at 21204 S. Pfeiffer Road, Frankfort
• Special Use Permit for an adult-use cannabis infuser at 25130 S. Schoolhouse Rd, Manhattan
• Special Use Permit for packaged liquor sales at 16360 Lincoln Highway, Plainfield
• Map amendment from A-1 to E-1 for vacant land east of Rivals Road, Wilmington

WC Executive Committee - Board Agenda Setting Meeting

The committee is meeting to determine the agenda for the upcoming County Board meeting. Discussion items include property acquisitions for flood mitigation and various administrative appointments.

• Property acquisition for DuPage River Flood Mitigation Project
• Subrecipient agreements for the Housing Stabilization Program
• Contract for State Lobbying Services
• Establishment of Old Courthouse Alternative Use Exploration Ad-Hoc Committee
• County Executive appointments to Planning and Zoning, Board of Health, and other boards

WC Finance Committee - Special Meeting

The Will County Board Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the annual aggregate levy estimate and the 2023 estimate levy for the Community Mental Health Board. The meeting includes standard procedures such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• Determination of the Estimate of the Annual Aggregate Levy
• 2023 Estimate Levy for the Community Mental Health Board

OPEB - Regular Meeting

The committee will review an investment report and an OPEB actuarial valuation report. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the OPEB investment policy and administrative appointments for the January 2024 election.

• Review of Investment Report
• Review of OPEB Actuarial Valuation Report
• Discussion of OPEB Investment Policy
• Appointment of Election Administrator for January 2024 Election
• Setting date for special meeting regarding 2024 Retiree Election winner

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee - Regular Meeting

The Operations Committee is reviewing several contract awards for various trades including excavation, landscaping, and electrical work for the Hidden Oaks Nature Center. The committee will also consider vehicle purchases, maintenance contracts, and engineering services for local trail and pond projects.

• Multiple renovation contracts for Hidden Oaks Nature Center ranging from $8,000 to $419,000
• Purchase of two 2024 Dodge Ram 1500 Hybrid trucks for $80,627.16
• Annual tree and brush maintenance contract for $181,750.00
• Body worn camera package from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $142,828.30
• Engineering services for Rock Run Greenway Trail improvements for $54,582.00

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The Finance Committee will review the proposed 2023 levies and consider authorizing staff to prepare final ordinances. The committee will also address Ordinance No. 649 regarding the 2024 Fee Schedule.

• Approval of a $1,180,408.22 schedule of bills
• Adoption of 2024 Fee Schedule (Ordinance No. 649)
• Review of proposed 2023 levies
• Approval of Tentative Appropriation and Budget Ordinance No. 633 for public display

WC Landfill Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will meet to review the landfill history and address other old and new business. No specific new projects or contracts are listed on this agenda.

• Review of Landfill History

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Commission will meet to discuss the vacant Secretary role and provide updates on the Will County Courthouse and 2023 Landmark Monitoring. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding existing historic preservation handouts.

• Discussion and possible vote on Vacant Secretary Role
• Update on Will County Courthouse
• Update on 2023 Landmark Monitoring
• Discussion on existing HPC Handouts about Historic Preservation

WC Capital Improvements & IT Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Capital Improvements & IT Committee will review several updates regarding FEMA-funded projects involving software and professional services. The committee will also discuss hiring a company for a facilities assessment and receive updates on RNG Facility construction.

• Discussion on hiring a company for a facilities assessment
• RNG Facility construction update and financial summary
• Updates on FEMA-funded projects regarding software for HR, Purchasing, Budget/Capital Planning, and Finance
• Updates on FEMA-funded professional services and building supplies

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting - Cancelled

The Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee regular meeting scheduled for October 3, 2023, has been cancelled. No future meeting has been scheduled at this time.

WC Legislative Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review legislative reports from ISACo and NACo. The agenda also includes discussions regarding truck size or weight increases and updates to the FY2023 State Legislative Agenda.

• Discussion on opposing truck size or weight increases
• ISACo legislative update
• Amending FY2023 State Legislative Agenda
• Review of NACo activity report

WC Public Works & Transportation Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee is reviewing several professional service agreements and fund appropriations for right-of-way acquisition along Laraway Road. Members will also discuss design engineering services and funding for the Francis Road and Marley Road intersection.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of New Lenox for license plate reading cameras
• Right-of-way acquisition agreements and MFT fund appropriations for Laraway Road (CH 74)
• $348,713.30 appropriation for design engineering services on Francis Road and Marley Road
• IDOT announcement regarding Brandon Road bridge closure through late 2024
• Public information meeting for Mills/Cherry Hill Road Phase I scheduled for Oct. 18

WC Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will discuss the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and updates regarding select sales and cannabis taxes. Members will also review various grant appropriations for the Health Department and State's Attorney's Office.

• Discussion of FY2024 Budget
• Determination of the Annual Aggregate Levy estimate
• Appropriating IDPH Suicide Prevention First Responders Grant funds
• Appropriating IDPH Strengthening Illinois Public Health Administration Grant funds
• Assignment of Tax Sale Certificates

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting - Cancelled

The Will County Board Republican Caucus special meeting scheduled for September 21, 2023, has been cancelled.

Will County Board - Regular Meeting

The Will County Board is reviewing several zoning amendments, including requests for map amendments and special use permits. The meeting also covers financial appropriations for grants and debt service, as well as intergovernmental agreements for road repairs and camera placements.

• Zoning Case ZC-22-076: Map amendment from E-1 to R-1 in Manhattan Township
• Zoning Case ZC-23-031: Special use permits for rural events and liquor service in Crete Township
• Appropriation of grant funds for the County Clerk's Voter Registration State Grant 2023 and 2024
• Tax abatement for debt service on $34,720,000 outstanding principal of Building Will Bonds (Series 2016)
• Intergovernmental agreement with Channahon for license plate reading cameras on County highways

WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Board Democratic Caucus convened a special meeting to discuss several items of new business. The agenda includes discussions regarding PT Ferro Blasting, opioid revenue, and the County Board agenda.

• Discussion of PT Ferro Blasting
• Discussion of Opioid Revenue
• Discussion of County Board Agenda

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Commission is reviewing multiple requests for zoning changes, including a special use permit for a solar energy facility in Joliet. Other items include property variances for setbacks and lot sizes, a map amendment in Naperville, and a temporary use permit for rodeo events in Manhattan.

• Special Use Permit for Commercial Solar Energy Facility on V Rickey Drive, Joliet
• Variance requests for side yard and lot frontage at 1357 North Cedar Road, New Lenox
• Variance requests for setbacks and lot area at 1127 Spencer Road, Joliet
• Special Use Permit and multiple variances for an Accessory Dwelling Unit at 34420 and 34421 Lakeside Terrace, Wilmington
• Map Amendment from A-1 to R-3 at 24613 W. 103Rd Street, Naperville

WC Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee - Special Meeting

The Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee will study proposed changes to various county ordinance chapters. The committee evaluates the necessity and impact of these changes to prepare recommendations for the Executive Committee.

• Review of changes to Chapter 10
• Review of changes to Chapter 30
• Review of changes to Chapter 31
• Review of changes to Chapters 32 through 43

WC Committee of the Whole - Informational Meeting

This is an informational meeting regarding the Access Will County Plan. The committee will review the plan and consider added comments related to it.

• Access Will County Plan presentation
• Review of comments on Access Will County Plan

WC Finance Committee - Special Meeting

The Will County Board Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to review levy and expense assumptions. The agenda also includes standard procedures such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• Review of Levy & Expense Assumptions

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting

The caucus will discuss the County Executive's proposed 2023 levy and the FY2024 draft annual budget. Members will also discuss the process for requesting opinions from the State's Attorney's Office and the Will County Mental Health Board levy.

• Review of the County Executive's Proposed 2023 Levy
• Review of the FY2024 Draft Annual Budget
• Discussion on requesting opinions from the State's Attorney's Office
• Discussion regarding Will County Mental Health Board Levy

Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the draft FY2024 budget and review August 2023 bills totaling $812,944.65. The meeting includes several contract awards for trail improvements and vehicle purchases.

• Discussion of Draft FY2024 Budget
• $672,993.70 contract to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. for Rock Run Greenway Trail – Essessington Road Improvements
• $243,894.00 contract to TERRA Engineering for Phase II Engineering of the Plum Creek Greenway Trail
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of Manhattan for Marion Street Wauponsee Glacial Trail Connection
• Purchase of two Ford F-350 trucks from Sutton Ford totaling $100,305.00

WC Executive Committee - Board Agenda Setting Meeting

This meeting is a procedural session to set the agenda for future meetings. The committee will review old business regarding the American Rescue Plan and discuss new items including intergovernmental agreements and county appointments.

• FY23 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Joliet
• Amendment to Joint Agreement between Village of Bolingbrook and Will County for HUD grant programs
• Declaration of various equipment surplus and authorization for disposal
• County Executive appointments to Black Walnut Creek, Exline Union, Historic Preservation, and Stormwater committees
• Request for State's Attorney opinions on mental health referendum, noise land use, and animal cruelty ordinances

WC Public Health & Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review an intergovernmental agreement for School Resource Officer services involving the Sheriff’s Office and Homer School District 33C. The meeting also includes updates on substance use initiatives, nursing home operations, and a presentation on food and nutrition access.

• Intergovernmental Agreement for School Resource Officer Services with Homer School District 33C
• Presentation by Will County MAPP Collaborative - Food & Nutrition Access Task Force
• Monthly Substance Use Initiatives Update
• Monthly Update from Sunny Hill Nursing Home
• Monthly Update from Will County Health Department

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Land Use & Development Committee will consider several zoning cases, including requests for commercial solar energy facilities and map amendments. The committee will also discuss updates to the Land Resource Management Plan and industrial/commercial use ordinances.

• Special Use Permit request for a commercial solar energy facility on Seil Road in Joliet
• Map amendment from E-1 to R-1 for property at NE Corner of Kankakee and Smith Roads, Manhattan
• Special Use Permit request for rural events and ancillary liquor service in Crete Township
• Map amendment and variance request for 2201 Lawrence Avenue, Lockport
• Map amendment from A-1 to R-3 for 2203 Lawrence Avenue, Lockport

The committee unanimously approved removing zoning case ZC‑23‑058 from the agenda. It also unanimously approved a map amendment that changes the zoning of a 6.54‑acre parcel in Manhattan Township from E‑1 to R‑1. The committee unanimously approved the minutes of the August 8, 2023 meeting.

• Approved removal of case ZC‑23‑058 from agenda (6‑0 unanimous)
• Approved map amendment changing zoning from E‑1 to R‑1 for PIN 14‑12‑11‑300‑024‑0000 (6‑0 unanimous)
• Approved August 8, 2023 meeting minutes (6‑0 unanimous)

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee - Regular Meeting

The Operations Committee is reviewing several contract awards for trail construction, engineering, and maintenance. The agenda also includes approving intergovernmental agreements with Manhattan, Joliet, Lockport, and the Toll Highway Authority.

• $672,993.70 contract for Rock Run Greenway Trail – Essington Road Improvements
• $243,894.00 contract for Phase II Engineering of the Plum Creek Greenway Trail
• $29,500.00 contract for Riverview Farmstead Barn & Settlement House exterior work
• Purchase of two Ford F-350 trucks totaling $100,305.00 from Sutton Ford
• Intergovernmental agreements regarding the Marion Street Wauponsee Glacial Trail Connection

The committee approved several trail-related contracts and intergovernmental agreements, including engineering for the Plum Creek Greenway Trail. It also authorized the purchase of two Ford F-350 pickup trucks and a grant agreement for fiscal recovery funds. One contract for barn painting was defeated.

• Approved $672,993.70 contract to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. for Rock Run Greenway Trail improvements (9-0)
• Approved $243,894.00 contract to TERRA Engineering for Plum Creek Greenway Trail Phase II Engineering (9-0)
• Defeated $29,500.00 contract to American Painting Inc. for Riverview Farmstead Barn & Settlement House (0-9)
• Approved purchase of two 2024 Ford F-350 pickup trucks from Sutton Ford totaling $100,305.00 (9-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreements with Village of Manhattan, City of Joliet, Illinois State Toll Highway Authority, and City of Lockport (9-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-16 for a subrecipient grant agreement using State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (9-0)
• Approved permission to bid annual tree and brush maintenance (9-0)
• Approved request to advertise for a full-time Human Resources Generalist (9-0)

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review a schedule of bills totaling $812,944.65 and discuss the draft FY2024 budget. Members will also consider an ordinance for an intergovernmental agreement with the Village of Manhattan regarding the Marion Street Wauponsee Glacial Trail Connection.

• Approval of bills totaling $812,944.65
• Ordinance No. 648 for Marion Street Wauponsee Glacial Trail Connection
• Discussion of draft FY2024 Budget
• Executive session regarding collective bargaining and land acquisition

The committee approved a schedule of bills and an intergovernmental agreement with the Village of Manhattan. Members also reviewed the draft FY2024 Budget, which is scheduled for further review in October.

• Approved schedule of bills for $812,944.65 (7-0)
• Approved August 3, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 648 for Marion Street Wauponsee Glacial Trail Connection agreement with Village of Manhattan (7-0)

WC Executive Committee - Assignment Meeting

The committee is reviewing various committee assignment requests, including tax abatement processes for several multi-million dollar bond series. The meeting also addresses road improvements, intergovernmental agreements, and budget appropriations for county departments.

• Tax abatements for debt service on multiple bonds, including $7,111,111 for Series 2020 Building Will Bonds
• Request for refund of application fees for Zoning Case ZC-23-028 by Ukfes and Ramsey Properties, LLC
• Authorization of MFT funds ($122,025.00) for engineering services on West River Road (CH 26)
• Intergovernmental agreement between Will County Sheriff’s Office and Homer School District 33C for School Resource Officer Services
• Appropriation of $60,000.00 in MFT funds for improvements to Briggs Street (CH 54)

The committee unanimously approved minutes from four meetings held between April and June 2023. Members discussed the Access Will County Plan and the potential for adaptive reuse of the old courthouse, though no final decision was reached on those items. The committee unanimously moved the CMAP Plan of Action for Regional Transit (PART) study forward to the Will County Board.

• Approved April 6, 2023 Assignment Meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved May 11, 2023 Board Agenda Setting Meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved June 1, 2023 Assignment Meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved June 8, 2023 Board Agenda Setting Meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Moved CMAP Plan of Action for Regional Transit (PART) study to Will County Board (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Will County Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing several landmark nomination applications and discussing a joint grant proposal for the Joliet South End Neighborhood Study. The meeting also includes discussions regarding commission vacancies and potential plaque donations.

• Review of City of Joliet South End Neighborhood Study CLG Grant Proposal
• Landmark nomination application for First Presbyterian Church (301 North Kankakee Street, Wilmington)
• Landmark nomination application for Fallon Farmstead (23656 S. Vetter Road, Elwood)
• Discussion regarding donating a replacement plaque to Union Cemetery
• Discussion of potential voting on the vacant Secretary role

The Commission discussed supporting a CLG grant proposal for a study on sites associated with Joliet's black community. Chairman Daniel Seggebruch proposed committing $5,000 from the current budget to the project, a suggestion that received verbal agreement from other members.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Deferred approval of August 2, 2023 minutes until October

WC Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review several tax abatements to pay debt service on various county bonds. Members will also discuss the FY22 financial audit, the Treasurer's investment policy, and several grant appropriations for the County Clerk and Health Department.

• Tax abatements for multiple bond series, including $7,111,111 in debt service for Series 2020 bonds
• Appropriation of Illinois State Board of Elections Voter Registration grants for the County Clerk
• Appropriation of IDPH Student Loan Repayment and Well Woman Visits grants for the Health Department
• Authorization of Sheriff's Department vehicle lease agreement with DEA
• Discussion of FY22 Financial Audit and FY24 Budget Revenue

The committee unanimously moved several grant fund appropriations for the Coroner, County Clerk, and Health Department forward to the County Board and Executive Committee. Members also advanced a series of property tax abatements for various general obligation bonds. Additionally, a proposal to use Sheriff's Department funds for a DEA vehicle lease agreement was moved forward.

• Approved minutes from May 2, June 6, July 5, and August 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Moved forward grant funds for Coroner's budget (SUDORS IDPH) to County Board (Unanimous)
• Moved forward 2023 and 2024 Voter Registration State Grant funds for County Clerk to Executive Committee (Unanimous)
• Moved forward grant funds and budget transfers for Health Department and Community Health Center to County Board (Unanimous)
• Moved forward use of $35,000 Sheriff's vehicle fund for DEA lease agreement to County Board (Unanimous)
• Moved forward seven tax abatements for General Obligation bonds to County Board (Unanimous)
• Moved forward final abatement of Clearview Special Service Area Number Y2000-A Bonds to County Board (Unanimous)
• Moved forward appropriation of funds for Sunny Hill Nursing Home budget to County Board (Unanimous)