Will County public meetings in 2025

Will County Board Meeting

The Board is deciding on several zoning map amendments and special use permits for businesses and healthcare facilities. Members will also consider contracts for countywide road materials and professional services for infrastructure projects.

• Use of $5,300,600.00 in MFT funds for countywide maintenance materials
• Proposed map amendment from R-2 to C-3 for 13737 S. Archer Avenue, Lemont
• Special use permit for a halfway house at 111 Patterson Road, Joliet
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of Peotone for license plate reading cameras
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with Will County Correctional Officers

The Will County Board approved a zoning change and special use permit for a halfway house at 111 Patterson Road in Joliet, along with several other land use cases. It also approved extensions for two commercial solar energy facilities in Monee, a countywide paratransit service agreement, and a collective bargaining agreement with correctional officers. One zoning case was tabled, and a land resource management plan update was withdrawn.

• Approved map amendment R-2 to C-3 at 13737 S. Archer Avenue, Lemont (18-0)
• Approved halfway house special use and variance at 111 Patterson Road, Joliet (18-0)
• Approved special use for light equipment sales/rentals at 202 Ford Drive, New Lenox (18-0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 155 temporary uses ordinance (18-0)
• Tabled map amendment R-3 to C-4 at 501 Manhattan Road, Joliet (18-0)
• Approved first extension for Monee 77 LLC solar facility (16-2)
• Approved first extension for Monee 32 LLC solar facility (18-0)
• Approved paratransit intergovernmental agreement (18-0)

Democratic Caucus

The Will County Democratic Caucus meeting on Dec. 17, 2025 will approve the minutes from the Nov. 19, 2025 special meeting and consider several old‑business items, including U.C.C.I, NACo, and I.S.A.C.O. The new business includes a discussion of the upcoming County Board agenda. The meeting also includes public comment, announcements, and an executive session.

• Approval of Democratic Caucus minutes (item 25-3930) from the Nov. 19, 2025 special meeting
• Discussion of U.C.C.I (item 25-2560)
• Discussion of NACo (item 25-2561)
• Discussion of I.S.A.C.O (item 25-2572)
• Discussion of County Board agenda (item 25-2559)

The Will County Democratic Caucus met on December 17, 2025, and approved the minutes from the November 19, 2025 special meeting. The meeting was largely procedural, with discussions on upcoming county board agenda items, including a postponed land use ordinance, a paratransit service contract, and a collective bargaining agreement with correctional officers. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval and adjournment.

• Approved Democratic Caucus minutes for November 19, 2025 (8-0)
• Adjourned at 6:34 p.m. (10-0)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing and approved postponements of two variance applications, each by a 4-0 vote. It also reviewed several other variance and special‑use permit requests for properties in New Lenox, Homer Glen, and Joliet. The agenda notes the cancellation of the January 6, 2026 meeting and schedules the next meeting for February 3, 2026.

• Postpone rear‑yard setback variance (case 25-3380) for 3303 E Exchange St, Crete (vote 4‑0)
• Postpone animal‑confinement setback variance (case 25-3422) for 24959 Schoolhouse Rd, Manhattan (vote 4‑0)
• Consider accessory building area variance (case 25-3912) at 1237 Green St, New Lenox
• Consider special‑use permit for landscape business (case 25-3913) at 17958 S. Cedar Rd, Homer Glen
• Consider multiple variances and special‑use permit for attached ADU (case 25-3911) at 1458 Elgin Ave, Joliet

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing and voted on several zoning cases. The most significant action was recommending approval of a special use permit for a landscape business at 17958 S. Cedar Road, Homer Glen, with an added condition requiring a minimum 650-foot berm with plantings on the south property line. The commission also approved a variance for an accessory building, recommended approval of an accessory dwelling unit with variances, and postponed two other variance requests.

• Approved special use permit for landscape business at 17958 S. Cedar Road with three conditions (4-0)
• Added condition for minimum 650-foot berm with plantings on south property line (4-0)
• Approved variance for accessory building area from 1,500 to 4,049 sq ft at 1237 Green Street, New Lenox (4-0)
• Recommended approval of accessory dwelling unit special use with two conditions at 1458 Elgin Avenue, Joliet (4-0)
• Approved five variances for accessory dwelling unit at 1458 Elgin Avenue, Joliet (4-0 each)
• Postponed variance for rear yard setback at 3303 E Exchange Street, Crete until Jan 20, 2026 (4-0)
• Postponed variance for animal confinement setback at 24959 Schoolhouse Road, Manhattan until Jan 20, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved first variance extensions for Greenpath Monee LandCo and J&C Real Estate Dev LLC (4-0 each)

Republican Caucus Committee

The Will County Republican Caucus Committee will vote to approve minutes from four special meetings held on August 19, September 16, October 14, and November 18, 2025. After the approvals, the committee will discuss items on the upcoming County Board agenda, including land use, finance, public works, health and safety, legislative matters, capital improvements, landfill, and executive issues. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as public comment and announcements.

• Approve 25-3184 minutes – Special Meeting – August 19, 2025
• Approve 25-3182 minutes – Special Meeting – September 16, 2025
• Approve 25-3555 minutes – Special Meeting – October 14, 2025
• Approve 25-3684 minutes – Special Meeting – November 18, 2025
• Discuss County Board agenda topics: land use, finance, public works, health & safety, legislative, capital improvements, landfill, executive

The Will County Board Republican Caucus met on December 16, 2025, and approved minutes from four prior special meetings (August, September, October, and November 2025), each by a 6-0 vote. Members discussed the county landfill's financial performance, including a potential $1.5 million cost to add a fifth compressor to improve efficiency, and considered purchasing rental equipment. They also discussed a change in the Legislative Committee chair and the process for requesting a formal opinion from the State's Attorney's Office. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from August 19, 2025 special meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes from September 16, 2025 special meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes from October 14, 2025 special meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2025 special meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:43 PM (7-0)

Stormwater Management Planning

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee is meeting to approve several 50/50 project resolutions. These resolutions involve highway departments and local governments.

• Resolution 25-13: Wesley Township Highway Department (Second Project)
• Resolution 25-14: Troy Township Highway Department
• Resolution 25-15: Troy Township (Second Project)
• Resolution 25-16: Wilton Township Highway Department
• Resolution 25-17: City of Wilmington and Resolution 25-18: Village of Bolingbrook

Forest Preserve Board of Commissioners

The Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners will vote on several contracts, including a $198,560 bridge rehabilitation, a $93,454.60 tractor purchase, and a $143,946 Ford F‑150 purchase. The meeting also includes approval of a collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 150 and a resolution to begin negotiations for two parcels under the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. Additional items are ordinances for a utility agreement with Comcast and an intergovernmental agreement for bridge improvements.

• Approval of a Collective Bargaining Agreement with IUOE Local 150
• Award of $93,454.60 contract to John Deere & Company for a 2026 utility tractor and loader
• Award of $198,560 contract to D. Construction, Inc. for Goodenow Grove Bridge Rehabilitation
• Approval of Ordinance No. 698 authorizing Comcast to maintain underground fiber‑optic lines near Old Plank Road Trail
• Resolution authorizing staff to negotiate two parcels for the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program

The Board approved a collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 150 by a 17‑1 vote. It also authorized staff to negotiate two parcels for the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program (17‑1). Several contracts and ordinances were approved, including bridge and utility projects. The next regular meeting was set for January 8, 2026.

• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with IUOE Local 150 (17‑1)
• Approved Resolution authorizing staff to negotiate two parcels for Capital Improvement Program (17‑1)
• Awarded $93,454.60 contract to John Deere for tractor and loader (17‑1)
• Awarded $143,946.00 contract to Currie Motors for three Ford F150 Responders (17‑1)
• Awarded $198,560.00 contract to D. Construction for Goodenow Grove Bridge Rehabilitation (18‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 694 for Farrell Road Bridge Improvements (18‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 698 for Comcast fiber‑optic line maintenance (16‑1)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑16 authorizing intergovernmental agreement for prescribed burning (17‑0)

Executive Committee

The Will County Board Executive Committee will discuss a collective bargaining agreement for correctional officers and a budget transfer for FY25. The body is also reviewing requests to increase the number of available liquor licenses for three specific businesses.

• Collective Bargaining Agreement with Will County Correctional Officers
• Sunny Hill Nursing Home room rate increase
• FY25 Budget Transfer
• Liquor license increase for Kismet Restaurant LLC at 7805 W. Lincoln Highway, Frankfort
• Liquor license increases for Highland Entertainment, LLC (Joliet) and AARNA Soft Corporation (Lockport)

The Executive Committee approved the collective bargaining agreement for Will County correctional officers unanimously. It also ratified a one‑year economics executive contract, adopted a proclamation for Undersheriff Brian Conser, and approved an amended rate increase for Sunny Hill Nursing Home. Several resolutions, a FY25 budget transfer, and a liquor‑license amendment were moved forward without opposition, while a motion to place an educational‑choice referendum on the full board agenda failed.

• Approved 25-3701 Executive Minutes (Nov 13 2025) – 10‑0
• Motion to place Educational Choice for Children Act on full board agenda – failed 3‑7
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Will County Correctional Officers (25‑3909) – 10‑0
• Approved Executive Contract – Economics Ratification (25‑3917) – 10‑0
• Approved Proclamation Honoring Undersheriff Brian Conser (25‑3910) – 10‑0
• Amended and approved Sunny Hill Nursing Home rate increase – 10‑0 (amend) and 10‑0 (approve as amended)
• Moved forward FY25 Budget Transfer (RES 25‑379 25‑3583) – 10‑0
• Moved forward amendment to increase Class D liquor licenses (ORD 25‑380 25‑3577) – 10‑0

Committee of the Whole

The Will County Board Committee of the Whole will meet to approve minutes from August 2025 and receive annual budget presentations from Pace, Metra, and the Regional Transportation Authority.

• Approval of Committee of the Whole minutes from August 12, 2025
• PACE Annual Budget Presentation
• Metra Annual Budget Presentation
• RTA Annual Budget Presentation

The board approved the Committee of the Whole minutes from August 12, 2025 with a unanimous 13‑0 vote. No other actions were decided; the meeting featured budget presentations from PACE, Metra, and RTA but no further votes.

• Approved August 12, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes (13-0)

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee

The Operations Committee will consider several contract awards totaling over $430,000, approve two ordinances related to bridge improvements and fiber‑optic utility work, and adopt a resolution for prescribed burning with the U.S. Forest Service. It will also award a GIS professional services contract and discuss executive‑session matters such as collective bargaining and land acquisition. Routine items include approval of minutes, public comments, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Award $93,454.60 contract to John Deere for a 2026 utility tractor loader and loader attachment
• Award $143,946.00 contract to Currie Motors for three 2026 Ford F150 Responders
• Award $198,560.00 contract to D. Construction, Inc. for Goodenow Grove Bridge Rehabilitation
• Approve Ordinance No. 694 authorizing intergovernmental agreement for Farrell Road Bridge Improvements over Spring Creek
• Approve Ordinance No. 698 authorizing utility license for Comcast fiber‑optic pipe installation on Old Plank Road Trail

The Operations Committee approved the November 6, 2025 minutes and unanimously adopted seven contracts and two ordinances. Contracts include a John Deere utility tractor, Ford F150 responder vehicles, and a bridge rehabilitation project. Ordinances authorize utility work for a bridge improvement and fiber‑optic line maintenance. All actions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Approved $93,454.60 John Deere tractor contract (7‑0)
• Approved $143,946.00 Ford F150 responders contract (7‑0)
• Approved $198,560.00 Goodenow Grove Bridge rehabilitation contract (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 694 for Farrell Road Bridge improvements (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 698 for Comcast fiber‑optic line maintenance (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑16 for prescribed burning with U.S. Forest Service (7‑0)
• Approved GIS professional services contract to Gewalt Hamilton Associates (7‑0)

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee

The Forest Preserve District Finance Committee will consider a schedule of bills totaling $2,823,168.11. The body will also discuss a collective bargaining agreement and the initiation of negotiations for two land parcels.

• Schedule of bills for $2,823,168.11
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with IUOE Local 150
• Resolution No. 25-17 to initiate negotiations on two parcels for the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program

The Finance Committee approved the schedule of bills, the November 6, 2025 finance minutes, a collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 150, and Resolution No. 25-17 authorizing staff to start negotiations on two parcels for the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. All items were approved unanimously (8‑0). The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved schedule of bills (8‑0)
• Approved finance minutes from November 6, 2025 (8‑0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 150 (8‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-17 to initiate negotiations on two parcels for the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program (8‑0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (8‑0)

County Board - Special Meeting

The County Board is holding a special meeting to discuss a resolution regarding the FY2026 Budget/Levy. The primary item involves the use of $2.8M from Cash Reserves to reconcile the budget.

• Resolution 25-352 / 25-3710: reconcile FY2026 Budget/Levy using $2.8M from Cash Reserves

The County Board voted to amend the FY 2026 budget by using $2,778,649 from cash reserves, addressing the shortfall in the budget/levy. The motion was moved by Destinee Ortiz and seconded by Daniel Butler. The amendment passed unanimously with a 20‑0 vote.

• Amended FY 2026 budget to use $2,778,649 from cash reserves (20‑0)
• Motion to amend moved by Destinee Ortiz (District 9)
• Motion seconded by Daniel Butler (District 3)

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Land Use & Development Committee will consider several zoning map amendments, special use permits, and variances for properties in Joliet, New Lenox, and Monee. Items include a change from R-2 to C-3 at 13737 S. Archer Avenue, a commercial solar facility permit and related variances in Troy Township, and extensions for existing solar permits in Monee. The committee will also discuss an amendment to the county zoning ordinance on temporary uses.

• Map amendment from R-2 to C-3 for 13737 S. Archer Avenue, Lemont (PIN 16-05-05-101-001-0000-0000)
• Special use permit and variances for a commercial solar facility at 26347 W. Baltz Rd, Joliet (PIN 05-06-18-100-005-0000)
• Map amendment from A-1 to I-2 and special use permit for CCDD fill at vacant Brandon Road, Joliet (PIN 30-07-29-200-005-0000)
• Special use permit extensions for commercial solar facilities at 26845 S. Will Center Rd and near W. Pauling Rd, Monee (PINs 21-14-27-300-004-0000 and 21-14-28-400-006-0000)
• Amendment to Chapter 155-10.20 of the Will County Zoning Ordinance on temporary uses

Public Works & Transportation

The Will County Public Works & Transportation Committee will confirm several countywide maintenance material contracts and adopt an IDOT resolution allocating $5,300,600 of MFT funds for highway upkeep. It will also approve professional services agreements for design engineering on Wilmington‑Peotone Road and right‑of‑way appraisals for Gougar Road, and authorize speed‑zone changes and a license‑plate camera agreement with the Village of Peotone.

• Confirm award of contracts for countywide bituminous patching materials (Resolution 25-362)
• Confirm award of contracts for countywide bituminous prime materials (Resolution 25-363)
• Adopt IDOT resolution allocating $5,300,600 of MFT funds for countywide maintenance (Resolution 25-367)
• Approve design engineering services (Phase I) for Wilmington‑Peotone Road (CH 25) (Resolution 25-373)
• Authorize intergovernmental agreement with Village of Peotone for license‑plate reading cameras on county highways (Resolution 25-374)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved the minutes and then moved forward a series of contracts, agreements, and resolutions covering paratransit services, road maintenance, design engineering, speed‑zone changes, and a license‑plate camera program. All items were approved unanimously except two that passed with a 4‑1 vote. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Moved forward Intergovernmental Agreement for Paratransit Service (5‑0)
• Moved forward IDOT Resolution for Countywide Maintenance Materials using $5,300,600 MFT funds (5‑0)
• Moved forward Professional Services Agreement for Wilmington‑Peotone Road design (4‑1)
• Moved forward Intergovernmental Agreement for License Plate Reading Cameras (4‑1)
• Moved forward Extended Speed Zone 33 on Channahon‑Minooka Road (5‑0)
• Moved forward Altered Speed Zone 712 on Golfview Drive (5‑0)
• Moved forward multiple Countywide Maintenance Materials contracts (5‑0 each)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The commission will consider five zoning cases involving variances and map amendments. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding amendments to the Will County Zoning Ordinance concerning temporary uses.

• Map amendment and special use permit for clean construction and demolition debris fill operations on Vacant Brandon Road, Joliet
• Map amendment, special use permit for a halfway house, and variance at 111 Patterson Road, Joliet
• Five variances for setbacks and lot area for EK Motors LLC at 7958 Kennedy Rd, Peotone
• Rear setback variance for 9333 W Barr Road, Peotone
• Side yard setback variance for 328 Dell Park Avenue, Lockport

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved six variances for EK Motors LLC, reducing setbacks and lot requirements, each by a 6‑0 vote. It also approved a variance for Edward Algozine’s rear setback by a 6‑0 vote. The commission approved a map amendment changing zoning from A‑1 to I‑2 and a special use permit for clean construction debris fill on a 10‑acre parcel, each by a 4‑2 vote with four conditions attached.

• Approved variance V-25-144 (Kennedy Rd setback) 6‑0
• Approved variance V-25-148 (Rathje Rd setback) 6‑0
• Approved variance V-25-149 (lot area) 6‑0
• Approved variance V-25-150 (lot frontage) 6‑0
• Approved variance V-25-163 (side yard setback) 6‑0
• Approved variance V-25-145 (rear setback) 6‑0
• Approved map amendment A‑1 to I‑2 (M-25-018) 4‑2
• Approved special use permit for clean construction debris fill (S-25-093) 4‑2 with four conditions

Stormwater Management Planning Committee

The Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee will approve the minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting and consider several new business items. These include approval of resolutions for the 50/50 Project involving Wesley Township, Troy Township, Wilton Township, the City of Wilmington, and the Village of Bolingbrook. Additional items are a resolution for 7615 Royce Court, an update on 3102 Harris Drive in Joliet, and setting the 2026 meeting dates.

• Approve resolutions 25-13 to 25-18 for the 50/50 Project with multiple township highway departments
• Resolution 25-3630 concerning 7615 Royce Court (Brian Radner)
• Resolution 25-3058 updating 3102 Harris Drive, Joliet (Sarah Colmer and Corey Van Dyk)
• Resolution 25-3639 establishing 2026 meeting dates (Dawn Tomczak)
• Approval of minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting

Will County Board Meeting

The Will County Board will hold a public hearing on the 2026 Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance and consider various tax levies. The board will also vote on multiple land use permits and zoning amendments across several townships.

• Public hearing and vote on FY2026 Annual Budget and Appropriation Ordinance
• Special Use Permit for a bar at 7663 West St Francis Road, Frankfort
• Special Use Permit for a commercial solar energy facility on S. Spencer Road, New Lenox
• Map amendment from R-3 to C-4 for 501 Manhattan Road, Joliet
• Establishment of Altered Speed Zones 705-711 on Stuenkel Road and in Lincoln Estates

The Will County Board approved a motion to place the Certificate of Publication on file with a 21‑0 vote. The Board also approved the October 16, 2025 regular meeting minutes and the October 16, 2025 executive‑session minutes, each with a 21‑0 vote. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved motion to place on file Certificate of Publication (21‑0)
• Approved Will County Board Minutes – October 16, 2025 (21‑0)
• Approved Will County Board Minutes – October 16, 2025 (Executive Session) (21‑0)

Democratic Caucus

The Will County Democratic Caucus will meet to approve minutes from its October 15 special meeting and to discuss several old‑business items, including U.C.C.I, NACo, and I.S.A.C.O. The committee will also consider a new‑business item to discuss the upcoming County Board agenda. Public comment and announcements are also scheduled.

• Approve minutes from the October 15, 2025 Democratic Caucus special meeting (item 25-3564)
• Old business: review U.C.C.I (item 25-2560)
• Old business: review NACo (item 25-2561)
• Old business: review I.S.A.C.O (item 25-2572)
• New business: discussion of County Board agenda (item 25-2559)

The Democratic Caucus approved the October 15, 2025 meeting minutes with an 8‑0 vote. It unanimously denied Case ZC‑25‑080 (multi‑family spot zoning) and Case ZC‑25‑081 (special use permit for clean construction/demolition). The caucus unanimously approved Case ZC‑25‑085 (solar development in New Lenox) and denied RES 25‑304 (tiny home) as a resolution.

• Approved October 15 minutes (8‑0)
• Denied Case ZC‑25‑080 (multi‑family spot zoning) – unanimous
• Denied Case ZC‑25‑081 (special use permit for clean construction) – unanimous
• Approved Case ZC‑25‑085 (solar development in New Lenox) – unanimous
• Denied RES 25‑304 (tiny home) – unanimous

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several zoning variance requests and a map amendment in Crete, New Lenox, and Manhattan.

• Variance for rear yard setback from 50 feet to 24.92 feet at 3303 E Exchange Street, Crete
• Variance for lot area from 10 acres to 5.02 acres at 700 Illinois Hwy, New Lenox
• Map Amendment from R-2 to C-3 at 13737 S. Archer Avenue, Lemont
• Special use permit for light equipment sales/rentals at 202 Ford Drive, New Lenox
• Approval of the 2026 Public Hearing Dates

The Planning and Zoning Commission postponed a rear‑yard setback variance in Crete until Dec. 16, 2025. It approved three variances for a New Lenox property—lot area, lot frontage, and an animal‑confinement setback—each by a 4‑0 vote. A map amendment changing a Lemont parcel from R‑2 to C‑3 was also approved 4‑0. All actions were recorded with vote tallies.

• Postponed rear‑yard setback variance (50 ft to 24.92 ft) for Khalid Ghaben, 4‑0
• Approved lot‑area variance (10 ac to 5.02 ac) for Victoria Matusik et al., 4‑0
• Approved lot‑frontage variance (300 ft to 272 ft) for Victoria Matusik et al., 4‑0
• Approved animal‑confinement setback variance (50 ft to 32 ft) for Victoria Matusik et al., 4‑0
• Postponed animal‑confinement setback variance (50 ft to 28 ft) for Brittany Kaup, 4‑0
• Approved map amendment from R‑2 to C‑3 for Christopher L. Johnson, 4‑0

Republican Caucus

The Republican Caucus will meet to discuss items on the County Board agenda. The meeting includes reviews of land use, finance, public works, and public health. No specific votes or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Land Use & Development
• Discussion of Finance
• Discussion of Public Works & Transportation
• Discussion of Public Health & Safety
• Discussion of Capital Improvements & IT

The caucus moved the approval of minutes to the end of the meeting by unanimous consent and then approved three prior meeting minutes unanimously. The Finance Committee outcome was a 12‑10 vote to set the county levy at 0%. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:45 PM.

• Moved approval of minutes to end of meeting (unanimous consent)
• Approved August 19, 2025 Republican Caucus minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 16, 2025 Republican Caucus minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 14, 2025 Republican Caucus minutes (unanimous)
• Board voted 12‑10 to set the county levy at 0%
• Motion to adjourn passed at 6:45 PM

Forest Preserve District of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider the 2026 budget and appropriation ordinance along with 2025 property tax levies. The meeting includes votes on several service contracts and land-use agreements with local villages.

• 2026 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance No. 679 for $83,165,607
• 2025 Property Tax Levies including a $13,535,987 General Corporate Levy
• Contract for $283,399.80 to Complete Construction Resources, Inc. for a building addition at the Operations and Law Enforcement Facility
• Contract for $181,750.00 to Homer Tree Care, Inc. for 2026 annual maintenance
• Intergovernmental Agreement for land transfer and utility license to the Village of Park Forest at Thorn Creek Woods Nature Preserve

The Board approved Ordinance No. 696, authorizing an intergovernmental agreement and land transfer to the Village of Park Forest at Thorn Creek Woods Nature Preserve (19‑0). It also approved the 2026 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance No. 679 for $83,165,607 (19‑0). Additional actions included approval of several 2025 property‑tax levies, multiple service contracts, and a recommendation to hire a restoration ecologist, all passing with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes.

• Approved Ordinance No. 696 land transfer to Village of Park Forest (19‑0)
• Approved 2026 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance No. 679 for $83,165,607 (19‑0)
• Approved 2025 Property Tax Levies (Audit, Liability Insurance, IMRF, FICA, General Corporate, Construction & Development) (19‑0)
• Approved $59,983 contract to Illinois Natural History Survey for herptile surveys (18‑1)
• Approved $56,649.70 contract to G6 Site Services for Riverview Farmstead floor repair (19‑0)
• Approved $40,545 contract to Currie Motors for 2026 Ford Explorer purchase (18‑1)
• Approved $283,399.80 contract to Complete Construction Resources for Building‑D addition (19‑0)
• Approved recommendation to hire a Restoration Ecologist (19‑0)

Executive Committee

The Will County Executive Committee will consider a discussion of the Educational Choice for Children Act and authorize several intergovernmental agreements, including a grant with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security and radio‑system access for Cedar Lake and two fire departments. The agenda also includes appropriating funds for the County Engineer’s salary, designating a new county depository, and approving a contract for federal lobbying services. Additional items are multiple traffic‑code ordinance amendments, extensions of board terms, and appointments to local boards.

• 25-3399 – Discussion of the Educational Choice for Children Act (Dylan Sharkey)
• 25-3075 – Authorize Intergovernmental Grant Agreement with Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (Allison Anderson)
• 25-3188, 25-3192, 25-3233 – Intergovernmental agreements to give Cedar Lake, Lake Hills Fire Dept, and Lake Dalecarlia Volunteer Fire Dept access to the countywide radio system (Thomas Murray)
• 25-3425 – Designate American Commercial Bank & Trust, Inc. as a County Depository (Tim Brophy)
• 25-3329 – Authorize contract for Federal Lobbying Services (Joe VanDuyne)

The Executive Committee approved its meeting minutes unanimously (9‑0). It moved forward several intergovernmental agreements and ordinance changes, all with a 9‑0 vote. Most notably, the committee authorized the County Executive to execute a contract for federal lobbying services with a 9‑0 vote.

• Approved Executive Committee minutes (9‑0)
• Moved forward intergovernmental grant with Illinois Emergency Management Agency (9‑0)
• Moved forward intergovernmental agreement with Town of Cedar Lake for radio system access (9‑0)
• Moved forward intergovernmental agreement with Lake Hills Fire Department for radio system access (9‑0)
• Moved forward intergovernmental agreement with Lake Dalecarlia Volunteer Fire Department for radio system access (9‑0)
• Appropriated funds for County Engineer's salary (9‑0)
• Authorized agreement with Will County Animal Protection Services and Village of Frankfort for wildlife rabies control (9‑0)
• Authorized County Executive to execute a contract for federal lobbying services (9‑0)

Special Finance Meeting

The Will County Board Finance Committee will meet to discuss the FY2026 Annual Budget and approve various property tax levies for the upcoming year. The meeting is scheduled for November 12, 2025, at 9:00 AM in the County Board Committee Room.

• Discussion: Levy/Budget (25-3390)
• FY2026 Annual Budget (25-3332)
• Corporate Fund Levy (25-3335)
• FICA Levy (25-3337)
• County Highway Levy (25-3343)

The Finance Committee approved its October 21 minutes and then voted on a series of levy measures. Several levies were amended and subsequently approved, covering corporate funds, IMRF, tort immunity, workers' compensation, health department, county highway, county bridge, and federal aid matching. All votes and amendments were recorded with the indicated tallies.

• Approved Finance Committee minutes (25‑3496) 5‑0
• Amended Corporate Fund Levy to $108 M and approved amendment 3‑2
• Amended IMRF Levy to $14.2 M and approved amendment 5‑0
• Amended Tort Immunity Fund Levy to $5.1 M and approved amendment 3‑2
• Amended Workers' Comp Levy to $4.1 M and approved amendment 5‑0
• Amended Health Department Levy to $12 M and approved amendment 5‑0
• Amended County Highway Levy to $8.2 M and approved amendment 5‑0
• Approved County Bridge Levy 5‑0

Forest Preserve Operations Operations Committee

The committee will review several contract awards for preserve maintenance, vehicle purchases, and facility repairs. Members are also considering an ordinance for a public utility license and permissions to bid for bridge rehabilitation and habitat services.

• Contract of $283,399.80 to Complete Construction Resources, Inc. for a two-bay addition at the Operations and Law Enforcement Facility
• Contract of $181,750.00 to Homer Tree Care, Inc. for 2026 annual tree and brush maintenance
• Task Order of $114,510.00 to TERRA Engineering for HVAC design at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center
• Contract of $59,983.00 to Illinois Natural History Survey for herptile surveys at Goodenow Grove Preserve
• Ordinance No. 697 authorizing a public utility license to the Village of Rockdale for a water main crossing the Joliet Junction Trail

The Operations Committee approved a series of contracts and permissions, all by unanimous vote except one 7‑1 vote. The largest contract was $283,399.80 for a two‑bay addition to the Operations and Law Enforcement Facility. Additional approvals included contracts for surveys, repairs, vehicle purchase, waste services, tree maintenance, engineering services, a water‑main license, and bridge rehabilitation.

• Approved $283,399.80 contract for Building‑D Two‑Bay addition (8‑0)
• Approved $181,750.00 contract for annual tree and brush maintenance (8‑0)
• Approved $114,510.00 task order for HVAC design engineering services (7‑1)
• Approved $59,983.00 contract for herptile surveys at Goodenow Grove Preserve (8‑0)
• Approved $56,649.70 contract for Riverview Farmstead Settlement House floor repair (8‑0)
• Approved $40,545.00 purchase of a 2026 Ford Explorer 4WD (8‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 697 authorizing water‑main license for Village of Rockdale (8‑0)
• Approved permission to bid Goodenow Grove Bridge rehabilitation (8‑0)

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will consider several new business items, including special use permits and variances for commercial solar facilities, a bar, a group care home, and map amendments changing zoning designations. It will also hear appeals and extensions for existing solar permits and discuss the temporary use permit process, solar status, and land resource management plans. The most significant agenda item is the request for a special use permit for a 62.708‑acre commercial solar project on S. Spencer Road in New Lenox.

• Special Use Permit for a 62.708‑acre commercial solar facility on vacant property at S. Spencer Road, New Lenox (item 6)
• Special Use Permit for a commercial solar energy facility at 26347 W Baltz Rd, Joliet, with variances for ground cover height and mowing (item 1)
• Special Use Permit for a bar at 7663 West St Francis Road, Frankfort (item 2)
• Map amendment changing zoning from R‑3 to C‑4 at 501 Manhattan Road, Joliet (item 3)
• Special Use Permit for a group care home (max 6 residents) at 24606 S Kings Road, Crete (item 4)

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider approving the 2026 budget and several 2025 levy ordinances to support the Forest Preserve District. The body will also discuss a collective bargaining agreement and a land transfer agreement with the Village of Park Forest.

• Approval of 2026 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance No. 679
• Approval of 2025 Levies (Ordinances 680–685)
• Approval of Collective Bargaining Agreement with IUOE Local 150
• Approval of Ordinance No. 696 for land transfer to Village of Park Forest
• Approval of $1,239,215.03 Schedule of Bills

The committee approved a reduced 2026 budget of $83,165,607 and six 2025 levies (Ordinances 680‑685). A collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 150 was postponed, and an intergovernmental agreement authorizing a land transfer to the Village of Park Forest was approved. All votes were unanimous or near‑unanimous.

• Approved schedule of bills (8‑0)
• Approved 2026 Budget reduction to $83,165,607 (8‑0)
• Approved six 2025 levies (Ordinances 680‑685) (7‑0 each)
• Postponed collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 150 (8‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 696 for land transfer to Village of Park Forest (8‑0)

Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund

The Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund will approve minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting, consider the quarterly schedule of bills, and hear the quarterly operating and investment reports. The meeting also includes public and member comments and sets the next meeting date.

• Approval of August 7, 2025 OPEB meeting minutes
• New business: review of the quarterly schedule of bills
• Quarterly Operating Statement report
• Quarterly Investment Report – OPEB

The Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund board approved the August 7, 2025 OPEB minutes with a 6‑0 vote. The board also approved the quarterly schedule of bills, again 6‑0. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 6‑0 vote.

• Approved August 7, 2025 OPEB minutes (6‑0)
• Approved quarterly schedule of bills (6‑0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (6‑0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will meet to close a public hearing and consider an ordinance revision for sewage treatment and disposal. Members will also discuss animal control and the Will County CARES program.

• Approval of the Will County Onsite Wastewater Treatment Ordinance Revision (25-3035)
• Closing of public hearing on Chapter 51 – Will County Sewage Treatment and Disposal Ordinance
• Discussion on Will County CARES (25-2647)
• Discussion on Animal Control (25-3102)
• State’s Attorney’s Office Revenue Report – Safety Act (25-3096)

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the revision to the Will County Onsite Wastewater Treatment Ordinance (ORD 25-328/25-3035) with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. Earlier, the committee also approved its meeting minutes and both opened and closed a public hearing on proposed sewage ordinance amendments, each passing 5‑0. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (25-3377) – 5‑0
• Opened public hearing on sewage ordinance amendments – 5‑0
• Closed public hearing – 5‑0
• Approved Will County Onsite Wastewater Treatment Ordinance revision (ORD 25-328/25-3035) – 5‑0
• Adjourned meeting – 5‑0

Historic Preservation Commission

The Will County Historic Preservation Commission will review an update on the City of Joliet Historic Context Study and decide on the schedule for its future meetings. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and public comments.

• Update on City of Joliet Historic Context Study (old business)
• Approval of dates for upcoming Historic Preservation Commission meetings (new business)

Finance Committee

The Will County Finance Committee will discuss several financial matters, including an update on the Select Sales Tax and a presentation of the October 2025 bond transaction results. The committee will consider authorizing the County Executive to execute documents for the Delinquent Tax Program and appropriating funds for the Illinois Department of Public Health Student Loan Repayment Program. A discussion of levy and budget issues will precede a vote on the FY2026 Annual Budget and a series of specific levy proposals.

• Update on Select Sales Tax (item 25-3250)
• Speer Financial Presentation – October 2025 bond transaction results (item 25-3248)
• Authorize County Executive to execute documents for Delinquent Tax Program (item 25-3207)
• Appropriation of funds for Illinois Department of Public Health Student Loan Repayment Program (item 25-3199)
• FY2026 Annual Budget (item 25-3332)

The committee approved the October 7 Finance Committee minutes (6‑0). It moved forward two resolutions: authorizing the County Executive to execute documents for the delinquent tax program and appropriating funds for the Illinois Department of Public Health Student Loan Repayment Program (both 7‑0). The meeting was then adjourned (7‑0).

• Approved Oct 7 Finance Committee minutes (6‑0)
• Moved forward RES 25‑309/25‑3207 authorizing County Executive to execute delinquent tax program documents (7‑0)
• Moved forward RES 25‑310/25‑3199 appropriating funds for Student Loan Repayment Program (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will approve minutes from the October 21 meeting and consider several variance requests for accessory building size, height, and setbacks in New Lenox, Joliet, Mokena, and Naperville. A map amendment changing zoning from A‑1 to R‑1 for a property on W. Wilmington‑Peotone Road in Peotone will also be reviewed. An extension request for existing variances at a vacant site near Lagrange Road in Monee is on the agenda.

• Variance to increase accessory building area to 3,149 sq ft at 505 Willow Road, New Lenox (case 25-3177)
• Variance to increase accessory building area to 2,787 sq ft and height to 28 ft at 21718 S Collen Ct, Joliet (case 25-3178)
• Variance to increase accessory building area to 1,596 sq ft at 11348 195th Street, Mokena (case 25-3179)
• Variance to reduce side‑yard setback to 6 ft at 11S476 Whittington Ln, Naperville (case 25-3185)
• Map amendment changing zoning from A‑1 to R‑1 for 12504 W. Wilmington‑Peotone Road, Peotone (case 25-3186)

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission denied a variance request to increase accessory building area at 505 Willow Road from 1,800 sq ft to 3,149 sq ft (vote 0‑5). It approved two variance requests for 21718 S Collen Ct in Joliet, allowing an accessory building area increase to 2,787 sq ft and an accessory height increase to 28 ft (both votes 5‑0). The decisions were recorded after public testimony and staff reports.

• Denied variance for accessory building area increase to 3,149 sq ft at 505 Willow Rd (0‑5)
• Approved variance for accessory building area increase to 2,787 sq ft at 21718 S Collen Ct (5‑0)
• Approved variance for accessory height increase to 28 ft at 21718 S Collen Ct (5‑0)

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will discuss infrastructure agreements and road safety measures. Key items include engineering services for the Gougar Road bridge and the establishment of several altered speed zones.

• Supplemental Professional Services Agreement with A. Epstein and Sons International, Inc. for the Gougar Road (CH 52) Bridge over the CN Railroad
• Reimbursement agreement with Nicor Gas Company for facility relocation on Gougar Road (CH 52)
• Establishment of Altered Speed Zone 705 along Stuenkel Road in Green Garden Township
• Establishment of Altered Speed Zones 706 through 711 in the Lincoln Estates Subdivision
• Intergovernmental Agreement between Central Will Dial-A-Ride and the County of Will

The committee approved the October 7 minutes unanimously (7‑0). It moved forward five resolutions, including the Dial‑A‑Ride intergovernmental agreement (5‑2) and several items related to Gougar Road engineering, gas‑company reimbursement, and speed‑zone changes (each 7‑0). The meeting was adjourned unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved October 7 minutes (7‑0)
• Moved forward Intergovernmental Agreement for Central Will Dial‑A‑Ride (5‑2)
• Moved forward Supplemental Design Engineering Services for Gougar Road bridge (7‑0)
• Moved forward Reimbursement agreement with Nicor Gas for Gougar Road facilities (7‑0)
• Moved forward Altered Speed Zone 705 on Stuenkel Road (7‑0)
• Moved forward Altered Speed Zones 706‑711 in Lincoln Estates Subdivision (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

Capital Improvements & IT Committee

The Capital Improvements & IT Committee will approve the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive an update on county facilities for November 2025. The committee will hear a presentation from Speer Financial on the results of the October 2025 bond transaction and the county’s outstanding debt.

• Approve Minutes – Item 25-3351, Capital Improvements & IT Minutes – October 7, 2025
• Facilities Update – Item 25-3247, November 2025 update
• Speer Financial Presentation – Item 25-3248, results of October 2025 bond transaction and outstanding debt

The committee approved the Capital Improvements & IT minutes from October 7, 2025 with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously, also 6‑0.

• Approved Oct 7, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee will review federal and state legislative updates. Members will discuss the development of the draft 2026 Federal and State Legislative Agendas.

• Discussion on developing Draft 2026 Federal Legislative Agenda
• Discussion on developing Draft 2026 State Legislative Agenda
• Review of ISACo Tracked Bills
• Federal and State Legislative Updates

The committee voted to adopt the Resource Recovery and Energy Division proposal (6‑1) and the Community Development Division proposal unanimously. It also approved several agenda items, including a health department drug‑price program, a mental‑health proposal (with two exceptions), county clerk additions, and workforce services additions, all by unanimous vote. The meeting was adjourned with a 7‑0 vote.

• Adopted Resource Recovery and Energy Division proposal language (6‑1)
• Adopted Community Development Division proposal language (unanimous)
• Adopted State Legislative Agenda proposal language (unanimous)
• Added Health Department 340(b)-drug price program to State Legislative Agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Mental Health proposal except two issues (unanimous)
• Adopted County Clerk proposed additions (unanimous)
• Adopted Workforce Services proposed additions into Federal Legislative Agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee will consider approval of several 50/50 project resolutions for Wheatland Township, Green Garden Township, the City of Lockport, Frankfort Road District, and the Village of Crete. It will also address a second installment payment for the Fiddyment Creek project at 406 Oak Street, Lockport, and discuss funding for the City of Wilmington 50/50 project. An update on the Harris Drive project in Joliet will be provided.

• Approve resolutions 25-08 (Wheatland Township), 25-09 (Green Garden Township), 25-10 (City of Lockport), 25-11 (Frankfort Road District), 25-12 (Village of Crete)
• Authorize second installment payment for Fiddyment Creek project, 406 Oak Street, Lockport (Resolution 25-07)
• Discuss funding for City of Wilmington 50/50 stormwater project
• Update on project at 3102 Harris Drive, Joliet

Special Finance Meeting

The Will County Board Finance Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss the FY2026 general budget (item 25-3202) and the FY2026 Cannabis Fund budget (item 25-3203). The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and announcements.

• 25-3202 FY2026 Budget Discussion
• 25-3203 FY2026 Cannabis Fund Budget Discussion

The Will County Special Finance Committee met on Oct. 21, 2025 to review the FY2026 budget, levy details, reserve fund limits, and a $1 million health department funding request. Members also debated the allocation of cannabis fund monies and the status of the RNG Plant and Sunny Hill revenues. No formal approvals, denials, or vote tallies were recorded during the meeting.

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The commission will hold a public hearing to consider several zoning cases, including special use permits and map amendments. The body will also hear appeals regarding administrative decisions for a pet crematorium and a temporary tiny home use permit.

• Special Use Permit for a 62.708-acre commercial solar energy facility on S. Spencer Road, New Lenox
• Map amendment from C-6/R-4 to I-2 and Special Use Permit for construction debris fill operations at 420 Rowell Ave, Joliet
• Map amendment from R-3 to C-4 for 501 Manhattan Road, Joliet
• Special Use Permit for a bar at 7663 West St Francis Road, Frankfort
• Special Use Permit for a group care home (max 6 residents) at 24606 S Kings Road, Crete

The commission voted 6‑0 to approve two variances for Bradley G. Schwartz's property, two variances for Bradley & Kristy Moore's property, and a special‑use permit for a bar with three conditions. It voted 0‑6 to deny a map amendment changing a parcel from R‑3 to C‑4. All votes were unanimous among the six members present.

• Approved variance to reduce street yard setback from 30 ft to 18 ft (6‑0)
• Approved variance to increase maximum accessory building area from 1,500 sq ft to 3,243 sq ft (6‑0)
• Approved variance to increase accessory dwelling unit size from 743 sq ft to 923 sq ft (6‑0)
• Approved variance to increase accessory dwelling unit height from 20 ft to 25.25 ft (6‑0)
• Approved special‑use permit for a bar with three conditions (6‑0)
• Denied map amendment from R‑3 to C‑4 (0‑6)

Will County Board Meeting

The Will County Board will review land use requests, budget appropriations, and infrastructure projects. Key items include a large road construction contract and several speed zone changes.

• Contract award to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. for $10,400,058.22 for Bell Road (CH 16) from 151st Street to Martingale Lane
• Map amendment and special use permit for a multi-unit building at Algonquin Street and Copperfield Avenue, Joliet
• Second extension for a special use permit for rural events at 11332 W. Dralle Road, Monee
• Establishment of altered speed zones along 78th Avenue, Ballou Road, and Lakewood Drive
• Amendment to the Liquor Control Ordinance to increase Class B licenses for Ace & Vine, Inc. at 19816 S. Harlem Avenue, Frankfort

The Will County Board approved a certificate of publication and the minutes from the August and September meetings unanimously. A motion to suspend the rules to hear a Clear‑Armor representative passed 19‑3. The board opened and closed the public hearing for all land‑use cases unanimously, and approved a map amendment and special use permit for a multi‑unit building at Algonquin Street and Copperfield Avenue in Joliet (both votes 7‑0). The consent agenda to transfer health‑department appropriations also passed unanimously.

• Certificate of Publication placed on file – Approved [21‑0]
• August 21, 2025 Board minutes approved – Approved [21‑0]
• September 18, 2025 Board minutes approved – Approved [21‑0]
• Motion to suspend rules for Clear‑Armor speaker – Approved [19‑3]
• Open public hearing for all land‑use cases – Approved [22‑0]
• Close public hearing for all land‑use cases – Approved [22‑0]
• Map amendment (R‑5 to R‑6) and Special Use Permit for multi‑unit building in Joliet – Approved MA 7‑0, SUP 7‑0
• Consent agenda transferring health‑department appropriations – Approved [22‑0]

Democratic Caucus

The Will County Democratic Caucus will hold a special meeting at the Crest Hill Library. The meeting will approve the September 17, 2025 minutes and discuss the upcoming County Board agenda. Additional items include updates on U.C.C.I, NACo, and I.S.A.C.O.

• Approve minutes from September 17, 2025 (item 25-3187)
• Discussion of County Board agenda (item 25-2559)
• Old business: U.C.C.I (item 25-2560)
• Old business: NACo (item 25-2561)
• Old business: I.S.A.C.O (item 25-2572)

The Democratic Caucus approved the September 17 meeting minutes with a 9‑0 vote. A motion to adjourn the October 15 special meeting was also approved unanimously (9‑0). No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved September 17 meeting minutes (9‑0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (9‑0)

Republican Caucus

The Republican Caucus will meet to discuss items on the County Board agenda. The discussion will cover several committees including Land Use & Development, Finance, and Public Health & Safety.

• Approval of August 19, 2025 special meeting minutes
• Approval of September 15, 2025 special meeting minutes
• Discussion of Land Use & Development agenda
• Discussion of Finance agenda
• Discussion of Public Works & Transportation agenda

The Republican Caucus met on October 14, 2025, and called to order at 6:03 PM. A vote on approving the August and September minutes was not taken because there was no quorum. No actions were taken on new business items discussed. The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 PM with a 5‑0 vote in favor.

• Adjournment approved (5‑0)
• Approval of minutes not voted – no quorum

Landfill Committee

The Will County Landfill Committee meeting will include an update from GeoLogic Consultants and a status report on litter presented by the Resource Recovery & Energy Division. The committee will also approve the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes for the August 12, 2025 Landfill Committee meeting (Item 1)
• October Landfill Committee Meeting Update presented by Martin Fallon, P.G., GeoLogic Consultants (Item 7.1)
• Status Report – Litter presented by Dave Hartke, Director, Resource Recovery & Energy Division (Item 7.2)

The Landfill Committee approved the August 12, 2025 minutes with a 4‑0 vote and later approved the meeting adjournment with a 4‑0 vote. No other substantive actions or resolutions were adopted.

• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Approved meeting adjournment (4‑0)

Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review

The Ad‑Hoc Ordinance Review Committee will vote on several proposed changes to Title VII of the Will County Traffic Code, covering topics such as vehicle abandonment, snow routes, parking schedules, and vehicle towing. Each amendment is presented as a separate ordinance with a unique identifier. The committee will also address any public comments before moving to other business.

• ORD 25‑341 / 25‑3018 – amendment to Chapter 70: General Traffic Regulations; Abandonment of Vehicles
• ORD 25‑342 / 25‑3020 – amendment to Chapter 71: Snow Routes
• ORD 25‑344 / 25‑3023 – amendment to Chapter 73: Parking Schedules
• ORD 25‑347 / 25‑3028 – repeal of Chapter 77: Adjudication of Vehicular Regulation Violations
• ORD 25‑3030 – amendment to Chapter 78: Vehicle Towing, Seizure and Impoundment

The board approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0). It amended Chapter 51 of the Code of Ordinances, replacing “notwithstanding” with “regardless of” (6‑0). The committee then moved Chapters 51, 55, 56, 70, 71, and 72 forward to the Executive Committee, each motion passing 6‑0.

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Amended Chapter 51 language, striking “notwithstanding” and inserting “regardless of” (6‑0)
• Moved Chapter 51 to Executive Committee (6‑0)
• Moved Chapter 55 to Executive Committee (6‑0)
• Moved Chapter 56 to Executive Committee (6‑0)
• Moved Chapter 70 to Executive Committee (6‑0)
• Moved Chapter 71 to Executive Committee (6‑0)
• Moved Chapter 72 to Executive Committee (6‑0)

Forest Preserve Board of Commissioners

The Forest Preserve Board will consider several resolutions, including authorizing the purchase of three parcels (SPRI3A1, A2, A3) in the Spring Creek Watershed as part of its 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. It will also discuss initiating negotiations for two additional land preservation opportunities, adopt the annual fee schedule, and review draft levy ordinances for 2025. Additional business includes awarding a $103,500 website redesign contract and rejecting a $64,932 bid for floor repair work.

• Resolution No. 25-14: authorize acquisition of parcels SPRI3A1, A2, A3 in Spring Creek Watershed
• Resolution No. 25-15: authorize staff to negotiate two land preservation opportunities
• Ordinance No. 695: approve the annual fee schedule
• Award contract $103,500 to Americaneagle.com, Inc. for website redesign
• Reject bid $64,932 to Daybreaker, Inc. for Riverview Farmstead floor repair

The Forest Preserve Board approved Resolution No. 25-14 to acquire three parcels in the Spring Creek Watershed as part of the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. It also authorized staff to negotiate two additional land preservation opportunities and adopted the annual fee schedule. Several financial actions were taken, including approval of draft levy ordinances, a website redesign contract, and the rejection of a floor‑repair bid. The board also approved hiring a project manager and entered/exited executive session as scheduled.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-14 to acquire parcels SPRI3A1, A2, A3 (16‑3)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-15 to let staff negotiate two land preservation opportunities (17‑2)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 695 approving the annual fee schedule (19‑0)
• Approved Draft Ordinances 680‑685 for 2025 levies (12‑7)
• Awarded $103,500 contract to Americaneagle.com for website redesign (19‑0)
• Rejected $64,932 bid to Daybreaker, Inc. for Riverview Farmstead floor repair (19‑0)
• Approved recommendation to hire a project manager (19‑0)
• Approved motions to enter, exit, and return to public meeting from executive session (19‑0 each)

Forest Preserve Board of Commissioners

The Forest Preserve Board will consider resolutions to acquire land parcels in the Spring Creek Watershed and authorize negotiations for two land preservation opportunities. The board will also approve the annual fee schedule and review draft ordinances for 2025 tax levies.

• Approval of Resolution No. 25-14 for Spring Creek Watershed land acquisition
• Approval of Ordinance No. 695 for the Annual Fee Schedule
• Review of Proposed 2025 Levies for final levy ordinances
• Award of contract for Website Redesign to Americaneagle.com, Inc.
• Rejection of bid for Riverview Farmstead – Settlement House Floor Repair

The board approved Resolution No. 25‑14 to acquire three parcels in the Spring Creek Watershed as part of the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. It also approved a second resolution to begin negotiations on two additional land preservation opportunities. Several financial actions were adopted, including the annual fee schedule, the 2026 draft budget for public inspection, and a set of 2025 levy ordinances. The board awarded a $103,500 website redesign contract and rejected a $64,932 floor‑repair bid.

• Approved Resolution No. 25‑14 acquisition of Spring Creek parcels (16‑3)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑15 staff negotiations on two land preservation opportunities (17‑2)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 695 approving the Annual Fee Schedule (19‑0)
• Approved making the 2026 Draft Budget and Draft Appropriation Ordinance available for public inspection (18‑1)
• Approved Draft Ordinances for six 2025 levies (12‑7)
• Awarded contract $103,500 to Americaneagle.com for website redesign (19‑0)
• Rejected bid $64,932 to Daybreaker, Inc. for floor repair at Riverview Farmstead (19‑0)
• Approved recommendation to hire a Project Manager (19‑0)

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee will consider three resolutions authorizing the County Executive to execute contracts and agreements: a state lobbying services contract, support for redefining the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, and an intergovernmental radio‑system agreement with the Town of St. John, IN. A discussion item will address moving public hearings to the Land Use & Development Committee, and two appointments to local boards will be approved.

• RES 25-291/25-3158 – Authorize the County Executive to execute a contract for state lobbying services
• RES 25-292/25-3159 – Support the redefining of the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal
• RES 25-293/25-2872 – Authorize an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of St. John, IN for countywide radio system access
• RES 25-3166 – Discussion on moving public hearings to the Land Use & Development Committee
• RES 25-295/25-3048 – Approve County Executive appointments to the Sunnyland Sanitary District of Will County

The Executive Committee approved a contract for state lobbying services, supported redefining the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, and authorized an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of St. John, Indiana. It also moved forward appointments to the Sunnyland Sanitary District and the Merit Commission, and approved agenda changes that added a liquor‑control ordinance amendment.

• Approved contract for state lobbying services (10‑1)
• Approved support for redefining Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal (10‑1)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Town of St. John, IN (11‑0)
• Moved forward appointments to Sunnyland Sanitary District (11‑0)
• Moved forward appointments to Merit Commission (11‑0)
• Approved agenda amendment to add items and postpone resolution 25‑3117 (11‑0)
• Approved agenda amendment adding liquor‑control ordinance amendment (11‑0)

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will review a contract award for road work on Bell Road. The body will also consider establishing three new altered speed zones and receive a quarterly update on Access Will County.

• Contract award to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. for $10,400,058.22 for Bell Road (CH 16) from 151st Street to Martingale Lane
• Establishment of Altered Speed Zone 702 along 78th Avenue (Frankfort Township)
• Establishment of Altered Speed Zone 703 along Ballou Road (Wesley Township)
• Establishment of Altered Speed Zone 704 along Lakewood Drive (Wesley Township)
• Review of IDOT 2026-2031 Multi-Year Program projects in Will County

The Public Works & Transportation Committee unanimously approved a $10,400,058.22 contract to P.T. Ferro Construction for Bell Road improvements from 151st Street to Martingale Lane. It also moved forward three altered speed zone authorizations for 78th Avenue, Ballou Road, and Lakewood Drive. All items were approved with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved $10,400,058.22 contract to P.T. Ferro Construction for Bell Road (7‑0)
• Authorized altered speed zone 702 along 78th Avenue (7‑0)
• Authorized altered speed zone 703 along Ballou Road (7‑0)
• Authorized altered speed zone 704 along Lakewood Drive (7‑0)
• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (7‑0)

Capital Improvements & IT Committee

The Capital Improvements & IT Committee will review updates on county facilities and a Facilities Needs Report. The body will also hold a discussion with ICT regarding artificial intelligence.

• Facilities Update October 2025
• Discussion of the Facilities Needs Report
• Discussion with ICT on Artificial Intelligence

The Capital Improvements & IT Committee approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken; the remainder of the meeting was devoted to facility updates and discussion of future space needs.

• Approved September 9, 2025 Capital Improvements & IT minutes (7-0)

Finance Committee

The Will County Finance Committee will vote on a series of resolutions that move or allocate money within various county budgets, including health, coroner, debt service, indemnity, communication center, veteran assistance, and levy estimates. Each resolution specifies a budget line item and the amount to be transferred or appropriated. The committee will also receive an update on the Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) project. No final decisions have been made prior to this meeting.

• RES 25-276 / 25-3051 – Transfer appropriations within the Health Department budget
• RES 25-280 / 25-2995 – Appropriation of funds on hand in the Debt Service Funds
• RES 25-283 / 25-3112 – Appropriation of funds on hand in the Laraway Communication Center budget
• RES 25-284 / 25-3113 – Appropriation of funds in the Veteran's Assistance Commission budget
• RES 25-285 / 25-3008 – Estimate of the Will County Annual Aggregate Levy

The Finance Committee approved the September and September‑special meeting minutes unanimously (7‑0 each). It moved forward a series of appropriations and budget transfers, all with unanimous 7‑0 votes. The committee voted 4‑3 to move forward the Will County Estimate of Annual Aggregate Levy and 5‑2 to move forward the Community Mental Health Board levy estimate. The meeting was adjourned with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved September 2, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (7‑0)
• Approved September 16, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (7‑0)
• Moved forward multiple health‑department appropriations and budget transfers (7‑0 each)
• Moved forward Will County Estimate of Annual Aggregate Levy (4‑3)
• Moved forward Community Mental Health Board levy estimate (5‑2)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (6‑0)

Legislative Committee

The committee will discuss the development of draft 2026 federal and state legislative agendas. Members will also review updates on current state and federal legislation. A resolution regarding community safety and fear is listed under new business.

• Resolution 25-3117 Declaring Will County’s Commitment to Ensure Communities Can Live and Work Without Fear
• Discussion on Draft 2026 Federal Legislative Agenda (25-3132)
• Discussion on Draft 2026 State Legislative Agenda (25-2644)
• ISACo Tracked Bills report (25-2288)

The Legislative Committee approved the September 2 and September 9 meeting minutes. Members unanimously adopted the Health Department proposals in their entirety. The board voted 4‑3 to adopt a support statement for the Federal Legislative Agenda and also passed a 4‑3 amendment to modify wording in that statement. A motion to remove a sentence from another support statement failed 2‑5.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Unanimously adopted Health Department proposals
• Adopted support statement for Federal Legislative Agenda (4‑3)
• Motion to remove sentence in support statement failed (2‑5)
• Motion to strike "state" and replace "vulnerable" passed (4‑3)
• Unanimously approved support statement for CAC

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The commission will consider several variance requests for property setbacks and building sizes. The body will also discuss a map amendment to rezone a property in Beecher and a temporary use permit for a mobile office in Frankfort.

• Map amendment to rezone 27115 S Dixie Hwy from A-1 to C-6
• Variance for accessory building area from 1,800 to 2,579 sq ft at 17563 S Richmond Road
• Variance for accessory building area from 1,500 to 2,751 sq ft at 16701 W 140th Street
• Temporary use permit for a U-Haul mobile office trailer at 19600 Harlem Avenue
• Setback variances for properties at 19238 W. John Kirkham Drive, 14708 W. Arsenal Road, 28964 S. South Park Avenue, and 19309 S Parker Road

The commission considered two variance requests. It voted 6‑0 to grant a variance reducing the west‑side yard setback from 5 ft to 3.4 ft, following staff’s recommendation for approval. It also voted 7‑0 on a variance to reduce lot frontage from 300 ft to 200.11 ft, with staff recommending denial; a motion to untable that case also passed unanimously. No members of the public voiced objections.

• Voted 6‑0 on west‑side yard setback variance (staff recommended approval)
• Voted 7‑0 on lot frontage variance (staff recommended denial)
• Motion to untable the lot frontage variance passed 7‑0
• No objectors or public comments recorded for either case

Will County OPEB Committee

The Will County OPEB Committee will approve the July 1, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss the latest investment reports and conduct a review of the investment policy. The committee will also examine its governance structure. No other decisions are listed.

• Approve 25-3134 OPEB Committee Minutes – Regular Meeting – July 1, 2025
• Review 25-3133 Investment Reports (presented by Patrick Adams and Warner Moore)
• Review 25-3099 Investment Policy (presented by Karen Hennessy)
• Review 25-3100 Governance (presented by Karen Hennessy)

The OPEB Board of Trustees approved the July 1, 2025 committee minutes with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 10:06 a.m. by a unanimous 6‑0 vote. No other actions were decided during the session.

• Approved July 1, 2025 OPEB Committee minutes (6‑0)
• Approved adjournment at 10:06 a.m. (6‑0)

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee

The Operations Committee will consider several contract actions, including approving a $114,510 task order for HVAC design at the Four Rivers Environmental Education Center. It will also award a $103,500 website redesign contract and reject a $64,932 bid for floor repair at Riverview Farmstead. Additional items include permissions to bid for waste removal, tree maintenance, and GIS professional services.

• Approve Task Order No. 3, $114,510 to TERRA Engineering for Four Rivers Center HVAC design
• Award $103,500 contract to Americaneagle.com, Inc. for website redesign
• Reject $64,932 bid to Daybreaker, Inc. for Riverview Farmstead floor repair
• Permission to bid for West Zone waste removal and recycling services
• Permission to bid for 2026 annual tree and brush maintenance

The committee postponed a $114,510 task order for HVAC design at the Four Rivers Environmental Education Center. It approved a $103,500 contract with Americaneagle.com to redesign the district website. Several bids were approved or rejected, including a $64,932 rejection for floor repair and authorizations to bid on waste removal, tree maintenance, and GIS services.

• Postponed Task Order No. 3 to TERRA Engineering ($114,510.00) [8‑0]
• Approved contract with Americaneagle.com ($103,500) for website redesign [6‑2]
• Approved rejection of Daybreaker, Inc. bid ($64,932.00) for floor repair [8‑0]
• Approved permission to bid West Zone Waste Removal and Recycling Services [8‑0]
• Approved permission to bid Annual Tree and Brush Maintenance for 2026 [8‑0]
• Approved permission to seek GIS professional services proposals [8‑0]
• Approved minutes of September 4, 2025 [7‑0]
• Approved adjournment of meeting [8‑0]

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will approve the 2026 Draft Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for public inspection. The body will also consider resolutions to acquire land in the Spring Creek Watershed and approve the 2025 Annual Fee Schedule and several levy ordinances.

• Approval of 2026 Draft Budget and Appropriation Ordinance
• Resolution to acquire Spring Creek Watershed parcels SPRI3A1, A2, and A3
• Approval of Ordinance No. 695 Annual Fee Schedule
• Approval of five levy ordinances for 2025
• Approval of $1,516,366.62 Schedule of Bills

The Finance Committee approved a resolution to acquire three parcels in the Spring Creek Watershed and authorized staff to begin negotiations on two land preservation opportunities. It also adopted the annual fee schedule and approved six ordinances establishing the 2025 audit, liability insurance, IMRF, FICA, general corporate, and construction and development levies. The draft 2026 budget and appropriation ordinance were made available for public inspection, and the meeting minutes and schedule of bills were approved.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-14 authorizing acquisition of parcels SPRI3A1, A2, A3 in Spring Creek Watershed (8‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-15 authorizing staff to negotiate two land preservation opportunities (8‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 695 approving the annual fee schedule (8‑0)
• Approved Ordinances No. 680‑685 establishing six 2025 levies (8‑0)
• Approved making the 2026 Draft Budget and Draft Appropriation Ordinance available for public inspection (8‑0)
• Approved minutes of September 4, 2025 (8‑0)
• Approved schedule of bills (8‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (0‑0)

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Will County Public Health & Safety Committee will consider the approval of the Will County Onsite Wastewater Treatment Ordinance Revision. It will also receive a coroners fatality report and a Sheriff’s Department crime report under the Safety Act. Additional items include a presentation on Will County CARES, a discussion on animal control, and several informational updates.

• Discussion: Approval of the Will County Onsite Wastewater Treatment Ordinance Revision (item 25-3035)
• Coroner’s Fatality Report (item 25-3097)
• Sheriff’s Department Crime Report – Safety Act (item 25-3098)
• Presentation: Will County CARES (item 25-2647)
• Discussion: Animal Control (item 25-3102)

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 3‑0 vote. Several agenda items, including the Will County CARES presentation and the coroner’s fatality report, were postponed for future discussion. No vote was taken on the wastewater treatment ordinance revision.

• Approved meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)
• Postponed Will County CARES presentation
• Continued discussion on animal control (no decision)
• Postponed coroner’s fatality report discussion
• No vote on wastewater treatment ordinance revision

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Land Use & Development Committee will consider a map amendment changing the zoning of a vacant property at Algonquin Street and Copperfield Avenue from R‑5 to R‑6, along with a special use permit for a multi‑unit building. Additional items include an extension of a special use permit for rural events at 11332 W. Dralle Road, a discussion of the temporary use permit process, a minor subdivision application for the Wandersee property, and updates on solar projects and the county’s land‑resource management plan.

• Map amendment from R‑5 to R‑6 and special use permit for multi‑unit building at Algonquin St & Copperfield Ave, Joliet (Item 1, 25-2197)
• Second extension of special use permit for rural events at 11332 W. Dralle Road, Monee (Item 1, 25-3000)
• Discussion of the temporary use permit process (Item 2, 25-2336)
• Minor subdivision (Wandersee Subdivision) application in Manhattan Township, S. Kankakee St (Item 3, 25-2750)
• Updates on solar status (Item 4, 25-2130) and land resource management plan (Item 5, 25-2131)

The Land Use & Development Committee met with a quorum and heard a staff report recommending denial of a map amendment for a vacant lot at Algonquin Street and Copperfield Avenue. Committee members asked questions about zoning, services, and the proposed affordable housing project, but no vote or formal decision was recorded. The meeting concluded without any approvals, denials, or tabling of the application.

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee will review budget discussions, meeting schedules, and specific project resolutions including a highway department project and a property at 406 Oak Street. The agenda also includes an update on a property at 3102 Harris Drive.

• Approval of August 28, 2025 minutes
• Budget discussion (Item 25-3055)
• Meeting schedules (Item 25-3056)
• Project resolutions: Wesley Township Highway Dept. and 406 Oak Street
• Update on 3102 Harris Drive

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee approved two project resolutions: $25,000 to Wesley Township Highway Department and $15,900 to 406 Oak Street in Lockport, each with a unanimous 12‑0 vote. The committee also approved the August 28, 2025 meeting minutes by a 10‑0 vote. Future meeting dates were set for November 24 and December 15, both at 10:00 AM.

• Approved resolution 25-06 Wesley Township Highway Department $25,000 (12‑0)
• Approved resolution 25-03 406 Oak Street, Lockport $15,900 (12‑0)
• Approved August 28, 2025 meeting minutes (10‑0)
• Scheduled November 24, 2025 meeting at 10:00 AM (tentative)
• Scheduled December 15, 2025 meeting at 10:00 AM (tentative)

Special Legislative Committee

The Special Legislative Committee will discuss the development of the county’s draft 2026 Federal Legislative Agenda and the draft 2026 State Legislative Agenda, both presented by Destinee Ortiz. No decisions are listed; the items are for discussion only.

• 25-2645 – Discussion: Developing Draft 2026 Federal Legislative Agenda (Destinee Ortiz)
• 25-2644 – Discussion: Developing Draft 2026 State Legislative Agenda (Destinee Ortiz)

The Special Legislative Committee rejected an amendment to remove LGBTQIA+ from a statement, keeping the original language (3-2). Several other proposals were retained on the agenda, with votes ranging from unanimous to 3-2. The committee also approved moving public comment to the start of future meetings and adjourned the session unanimously.

• Rejected amendment to remove LGBTQIA+ from statement (3-2)
• Kept Sanctuary Jurisdictions proposal on agenda (3-2)
• Kept Community Solar and Microgrid Projects proposal on agenda (3-2)
• Amendment to replace "advance environmental justice" with "protect vital environmental areas" approved unanimously
• Amendment to remove climate justice and paid leave failed (2-3)
• Kept Comprehensive Climate Justice, Paid Leave, and Immigration Reform proposal as written (3-2)
• Public comment will be moved to the beginning of committee agendas (announcement)
• Motion to adjourn approved (5-0)

Will County Board Meeting

The Will County Board will review several special use permits for solar facilities and commercial sites. The body is also deciding on multiple tax abatements for bond debt service and awarding infrastructure contracts for countywide repairs and road improvements.

• Contract for Countywide Concrete Repairs awarded to Davis Concrete for $418,875.00
• MFT funds of $468,374.00 for improvements to Laraway Road (CH 74) from Cedar Road east to Wolf Road
• Special use permit for light equipment sales/rentals at 10051 Bode Street, Unit C, Plainfield
• Seven separate extensions for special use permits, including multiple commercial solar energy facilities
• Tax abatements for debt service on various General Obligation bonds ranging from $2,624,175 to $7,534,987

The Will County Board approved the certificate of publication with a 17‑0 vote. The board also discussed adding the County Executive’s August 2025 presentation to the minutes and considered postponing approval of those minutes, but no vote outcome was recorded on that matter.

• Approved certificate of publication (17‑0)

Democratic Caucus

The Democratic Caucus will meet to review the County Board agenda. The meeting also includes discussions on old business regarding U.C.C.I, NACo, and I.S.A.C.O.

• Discussion of County Board Agenda (Item 25-2559)
• Old business regarding U.C.C.I (Item 25-2560)
• Old business regarding NACo (Item 25-2561)
• Old business regarding I.S.A.C.O (Item 25-2572)

The Will County Democratic Caucus approved the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 7‑0 vote. No other resolutions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

• Approved August 20, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

Special Finance Meeting

The Will County Board Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss proposed expenses for the FY2026 budget. The committee will also consider the use of contingency funds for IPMG Wire regarding tort immunity.

• Authorization of contingency funds for IPMG Wire (Tort Immunity)
• Discussion of FY2026 Proposed Budget Expenses

The Finance Committee approved a resolution (RES 25-258 / 25-2904) to use contingency funds for the IPMG wire project, passing 4‑0. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved move forward on RES 25-258/25-2904 authorizing use of contingency funds for IPMG wire (4‑0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (5‑0)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request submitted by Bradley G. Schwartz. The request seeks to reduce the street‑yard setback from 30 feet to 18 feet and to increase the maximum accessory building area from 1,500 square feet to 3,243 square feet on the property at 25665 Caton Farm Road, Plainfield, IL. The commission will discuss and decide on this variance during the September 16, 2025 meeting.

• Variance for street‑yard setback reduction (30 ft → 18 ft) and accessory building area increase (1,500 sf → 3,243 sf) for 25665 Caton Farm Road, Plainfield, IL (V-25-095, V-25-096) – applicant Bradley G. Schwartz

The commission did not achieve a quorum, so the September 16 meeting was rescheduled for October 21, 2025. No zoning cases were decided and no votes were taken.

Republican Caucus

The Republican Caucus will meet to discuss items on the County Board agenda. The discussion covers several committees including Land Use & Development, Finance, and Public Works & Transportation. No specific votes or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Land Use & Development
• Discussion of Finance
• Discussion of Public Works & Transportation
• Discussion of Public Health & Safety
• Discussion of Capital Improvements & IT

The Republican Caucus met on September 16, 2025, but there was no quorum to vote on the prior minutes. The only formal action taken was a motion to adjourn, which was approved by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was then concluded.

• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Executive Committee Meeting

The Executive Committee will consider a presentation on the Will County Mental Health 708 Board and its 2026 budget proposal. Several ordinance amendments to chapters 41, 50, 52, 53, and 54 of the county code will be discussed. The committee will also make executive appointments to the Godley Public Water District, the Workforce Investment Board, and the Bonnie Brae Manor Sanitary District.

• Will County Mental Health 708 Board presentation and 2026 budget proposal (item 25-2625)
• Ordinance amending chapter 41 of the code of ordinances (item 25-2190)
• Amending Chapter 50 of the code of ordinances (item 25-2320)
• Repealing Chapter 52 of the code of ordinances (item 25-2322)
• Executive appointments to local districts and boards (items 25-2605, 25-2606, 25-2607)

The board approved a series of ordinance amendments to Chapters 41, 50, 52, 53 and 54 of the Code of Ordinances, each passing unanimously (10‑0). It also authorized the development of a strategic plan for the Will County Board (10‑0) and confirmed three executive appointments—Mike Mahoney to the Godley Public Water District, the Workforce Investment Board, and the Bonnie Brae Manor Sanitary District—each approved 10‑0.

• Approved 25-2525 Executive Committee Minutes 07.10.2025 (10‑0)
• Approved 25-2826 Executive Committee Minutes 08.14.2025 (10‑0)
• Authorized development of a strategic plan for the Will County Board (10‑0)
• Approved ordinance amendments to Chapters 41, 50, 52, 53 and 54 of the Code of Ordinances (10‑0)
• Approved appointment of Mike Mahoney to the Godley Public Water District (10‑0)
• Approved appointment of Mike Mahoney to the Workforce Investment Board (10‑0)
• Approved appointment of Mike Mahoney to the Bonnie Brae Manor Sanitary District (10‑0)

Forest Preserve Board of Commissioners

The Forest Preserve Board will consider resolutions to acquire land in the North DuPage and Spring Creek watersheds and authorize a contract for the Farrell Road Bridge improvements over Spring Creek. The board will also review the 2026 draft budget and award contracts totaling $270,852.15 for Hickory Creek and Hadley Valley trail resurfacing.

• Approval of Resolution No. 25-12 for North DuPage River Watershed land acquisition
• Approval of Resolution No. 25-13 for Spring Creek Watershed land negotiations
• Award of $126,580.90 contract for Hickory Creek Bikeway Resurfacing
• Award of $144,272.25 contract for Hadley Valley Access Trail Improvements
• Approval of Ordinance No. 694 for Farrell Road Bridge Improvements over Spring Creek

The board approved Resolution No. 25-12 to acquire Parcel NDP1A1 in the North DuPage River Watershed, voting 19‑0. It also approved Resolution No. 25-13 to begin negotiations on two parcels in the Spring Creek Watershed, passing 18‑1 with one nay vote. Contracts were awarded for the Hickory Creek Bikeway resurfacing ($126,580.90) and the Hadley Valley Access Trail improvements ($144,272.25), each approved 19‑0. Additional actions included postponing Ordinance No. 694, approving an executive‑session agenda, and hiring an interpretive naturalist at Plum Creek Nature Center, all approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-12 acquisition of Parcel NDP1A1 (19‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-13 staff negotiations on two Spring Creek parcels (18‑1, Nay: Revis)
• Approved $126,580.90 contract to Construction Solutions for Hickory Creek Bikeway resurfacing (19‑0)
• Approved $144,272.25 contract to Everlast Blacktop for Hadley Valley Access Trail improvements (19‑0)
• Postponed Ordinance No. 694 for Farrell Road Bridge improvements (0‑0)
• Approved executive session agenda covering collective bargaining, land acquisition, litigation (19‑0)
• Approved hiring of an interpretive naturalist at Plum Creek Nature Center (19‑0)
• Approved minutes of August 14, 2025 meeting (17‑0)

Forest Preserve Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2026 draft budget and authorize land acquisitions in the North DuPage River and Spring Creek watersheds. The meeting includes votes on trail resurfacing contracts and a utility license for bridge improvements.

• Resolution No. 25-12 for acquisition of Parcel NDP1A1 in North DuPage River Watershed
• Resolution No. 25-13 to initiate negotiations on two parcels in Spring Creek Watershed
• Contract of $126,580.90 to Construction Solutions of Illinois, Inc. for Hickory Creek Bikeway Resurfacing
• Contract of $144,272.25 to Everlast Blacktop, Inc. for Hadley Valley Access Trail Improvements
• Ordinance No. 694 for Intergovernmental Agreement No. 25-02 with City of Joliet for Farrell Road Bridge Improvements

The Forest Preserve Board approved several key actions, including the acquisition of Parcel NDP1A1 and the initiation of negotiations for two Spring Creek parcels. Two construction contracts for trail and bikeway improvements were also approved. An ordinance for the Farrell Road Bridge improvements was postponed, and the board approved hiring an interpretive naturalist at Plum Creek Nature Center.

• Approved amendment to August 14 minutes (17-0)
• Approved August financial statements (19-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-12 acquiring Parcel NDP1A1 (19-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-13 to negotiate two Spring Creek parcels (18-1)
• Approved $126,580.90 contract to Construction Solutions for Hickory Creek Bikeway resurfacing (19-0)
• Approved $144,272.25 contract to Everlast Blacktop for Hadley Valley Access Trail improvements (19-0)
• Postponed Ordinance No. 694 for Joliet Farrell Road Bridge improvements (0-0)
• Approved hiring an Interpretive Naturalist at Plum Creek Nature Center (19-0)

Special Legislative Meeting

The Will County Board Legislative Committee will discuss the development of draft agendas for the 2026 federal and state legislatures. These items appear under old business as items 25-2645 and 25-2644. The agenda calls for discussion only, with no specific decisions noted.

• 25-2645 – Discussion: Developing Draft 2026 Federal Legislative Agenda (Destinee Ortiz)
• 25-2644 – Discussion: Developing Draft 2026 State Legislative Agenda (Destinee Ortiz)

The board moved the Asian Carp discussion forward to the County Board agenda and removed several proposals, including the Renewable Fuel Standard and a Health Department Medicaid request, with unanimous consent. Members also agreed to delete the word “disproportionate” from a Core Human Services program item. A special meeting was set for September 25 at 11:00 a.m., and the session was adjourned at 12:15 p.m. by a 7‑0 vote.

• Moved Asian Carp item forward to County Board agenda (unanimous)
• Removed Renewable Fuel Standard proposal (unanimous)
• Removed Health Department Medicaid Coverage request (unanimous)
• Deleted the word “disproportionate” from Core Human Services program item (unanimous)
• Scheduled a special meeting for September 25 at 11:00 a.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:15 p.m., vote 7‑0

Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review

The Will County Board Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee will consider amendments to Chapters 51, 55, and 56 of the Code of Ordinances. The meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2025, at 1:46 PM in the County Board Committee Room.

• Review of 25-2824 Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Minutes from August 12, 2025
• Amending Chapter 51 of Code of Ordinances (25-2321)
• Amending Chapter 55 of Code of Ordinances (ORD 25-339 / 25-2325)
• Amending Chapter 56 of Code of Ordinances (ORD 25-340 / 25-2326)
• Next meeting scheduled for October 14, 2025

The board approved the meeting minutes unanimously. It voted 6‑0 to postpone the amendment of Chapter 51, Chapter 55, and Chapter 56 of the Code of Ordinances until the October 14, 2025 meeting. The session was then adjourned with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Postponed Chapter 51 amendment to Oct 14 (6‑0)
• Postponed Chapter 55 amendment to Oct 14 (6‑0)
• Postponed Chapter 56 amendment to Oct 14 (6‑0)
• Approved adjournment at 10:43 a.m. (6‑0)

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee

The Forest Preserve District Operations Committee will consider several new business items, including two construction contracts, an ordinance authorizing an intergovernmental agreement for bridge improvements, and permissions to bid on two facility projects. The agenda also includes an executive session covering collective bargaining, land acquisition, litigation, personnel, and a review of executive session minutes. A quarterly capital projects status report and the next meeting date are also scheduled.

• Award of $126,580.90 contract to Construction Solutions of Illinois, Inc. for Hickory Creek Bikeway resurfacing
• Award of $144,272.25 contract to Everlast Blacktop, Inc. for Hadley Valley Access Trail improvements
• Approval of Ordinance No. 694 authorizing Intergovernmental Agreement No. 25-02 for Farrell Road Bridge improvements over Spring Creek
• Permission to bid the Riverview Farmstead Settlement House floor repair
• Permission to bid Building D Two‑Bay addition construction at the Operations and Law Enforcement Facility

The Operations Committee approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting. It awarded two construction contracts, approved an intergovernmental agreement for a bridge improvement, and gave permission to bid two additional projects. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved August 7, 2025 Operations minutes (7‑0)
• Awarded $126,580.90 contract to Construction Solutions of Illinois for Hickory Creek Bikeway resurfacing (7‑0)
• Awarded $144,272.25 contract to Everlast Blacktop, Inc. for Hadley Valley Access Trail improvements (8‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 694 authorizing intergovernmental agreement for Farrell Road Bridge improvements (8‑0)
• Approved permission to bid Riverview Farmstead Settlement House floor repair (8‑0)
• Approved permission to bid Building D Two Bay addition at Operations and Law Enforcement Facility (8‑0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (8‑0)

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee

The Forest Preserve District Finance Committee will consider two resolutions to acquire land: one to purchase Parcel NDP1A1 in the North DuPage River Watershed and another to begin negotiations for two parcels in the Spring Creek Watershed as part of the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. The committee will also review the draft budget for fiscal year 2026. An executive session will be held to discuss collective bargaining, land acquisition, pending litigation, personnel matters, and to review executive‑session minutes.

• Resolution No. 25-12: Authorize acquisition of Parcel NDP1A1 in the North DuPage River Watershed
• Resolution No. 25-13: Authorize staff to initiate negotiations on two parcels in the Spring Creek Watershed
• 2026 Draft Budget Review
• Executive session – collective bargaining discussion
• Executive session – land acquisition, pending litigation, personnel, and minutes review

The Finance Committee unanimously approved the schedule of bills and the August 7, 2025 finance minutes. It also approved Resolution No. 25‑12 to acquire Parcel NDP1A1 in the North DuPage River watershed (8‑0) and Resolution No. 25‑13 to begin negotiations on two parcels in the Spring Creek watershed (6‑2). A draft FY2026 budget was presented and staff recommended moving forward, with final approval set for October. No public comments were received.

• Approved schedule of bills (8‑0)
• Approved August 7, 2025 finance minutes (8‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑12 to acquire Parcel NDP1A1 (8‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑13 to initiate negotiations on two Spring Creek parcels (6‑2)
• Adjourned meeting (8‑0)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will hear a presentation on the Will County CARES program from Joliet Fire Chief Jeff Carey and EMA Director John Lukancic. The meeting also includes several informational reports covering the WCHD Substance Use Initiative, the September Public Health & Safety report, a monthly update, and Board of Health minutes. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation: Will County CARES (Joliet Fire Chief Jeff Carey & EMA Director John Lukancic)
• Informational Report: WCHD Substance Use Initiative (Sept 1, 2025)
• Informational Report: September PHS Report
• Informational Report: Monthly Update September 2025
• Informational Report: BOH Minutes 6.18.25

The committee approved the August 5, 2025 Public Health and Safety Committee minutes (4‑0). A motion to suspend the rules to allow public comment on animal control was approved (3‑1). The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote (4‑0).

• Approved August 5, 2025 committee minutes (4-0)
• Approved motion to suspend rules for public comment on animal control (3-1)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting at 11:48 AM (4-0)

WC Land Use and Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Land Use and Development Committee will consider several special use permits and map amendments. The meeting includes reviews of commercial solar energy facilities and various land use extensions.

• Map amendment from R-5 to R-6 and special use permit for a multi-unit building at Algonquin Street and Copperfield Avenue, Joliet
• Special use permit for a commercial solar energy facility and variances at 26347 W Baltz Rd, Joliet
• Special use permit for a rural retreat at 2400 Bemes Road, Crete
• Special use permit for light equipment sales/rentals at 10051 Bode Street, Unit C, Plainfield
• Five separate extensions for commercial solar energy facility special use permits in Peotone, Monee, Joliet, and Crete

The committee approved the July 3, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. Two applications— a map amendment from R‑5 to R‑6 and a special‑use permit for a multi‑unit building at Algonquin Street and Copperfield Avenue—were postponed to October 2, 2025 with no vote recorded. No decision was made on the Second Story Foundation special‑use permit; the item was discussed but not voted on.

• Approved July 3, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Postponed map amendment from R‑5 to R‑6 (no vote, postponed to Oct 2, 2025)
• Postponed special‑use permit for multi‑unit building (no vote, postponed to Oct 2, 2025)
• Discussed Second Story Foundation special‑use permit – no vote

Public Works & Transportation

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will discuss road reconstruction and engineering services for 143rd Street and Laraway Road. The body is also reviewing a contract for countywide concrete repairs and an agreement for license plate reading cameras.

• Contract award to Davis Concrete for $418,875.00 for countywide concrete repairs
• MFT funds of $468,374.00 for Laraway Road (CH 74) improvements from Cedar Road to Wolf Road
• Condemnation cases for 143rd Street improvements from Parker Road to Golden Oak Drive
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of Romeoville for license plate reading cameras
• Agreement with Enbridge for facility relocation on Exchange Street (CH 49)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. A motion to move public comment up on the agenda was defeated by a 3‑4 vote. No other substantive actions were decided; the resolution to authorize condemnation cases was introduced but no vote was recorded.

• Approved August 5 minutes (5‑0)
• Motion to move public comment up failed (3‑4)

Capital Improvements & IT

The committee will meet to discuss updates regarding county facilities and master planning. The agenda consists primarily of updates on existing projects and procedural items.

• Facilities Update September 2025
• Master Planning Update from Wight and Co.

The County Board approved the Capital Improvements & IT meeting minutes from August 5, 2025 with a 5‑0 vote. Later, the board voted 5‑0 to adjourn the September 2, 2025 meeting.

• Approved August 5, 2025 Capital Improvements & IT minutes (5‑0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the September 2, 2025 meeting (5‑0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will approve the August 5 minutes and consider several financial actions. Items include authorizing contingency funds for the Sheriff Adult Detention Facility, a grants update, a presentation of the FY2024 audit, and a series of tax abatements to fund debt service on various bond series for FY2026. The committee will also address appropriation of a state polling‑place accessibility grant, a tax‑sale certificate assignment, a FY25 budget transfer, and a discussion of FY26 revenue projections.

• Authorize use of contingency funds for the Sheriff Adult Detention Facility (item 25-2196)
• Appropriate Illinois State Board of Elections Polling Place Accessibility Grant FY2025 funds in the County Clerk Budget (item 25-2475)
• Abate taxes to pay $7,534,987 debt service on $36,585,000 General Obligation Transportation Improvement Bonds (Series 2010) for FY2026 (item 25-2587)
• Assign Tax Sale Certificate (item 25-2586)
• FY25 Budget Transfer (item 25-2652)

The Finance Committee approved the August 5 minutes and removed the Sheriff Adult Detention Facility contingency item from the agenda. It moved forward a grant appropriation for the County Clerk budget and several tax‑abatement orders to fund debt service on various bonds, including a $7,534,987 payment for transportation improvement bonds. The committee also approved the assignment of a tax‑sale certificate and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved August 5 Finance Committee minutes (6‑0)
• Removed Sheriff Adult Detention Facility contingency item from agenda (6‑0)
• Moved forward appropriating grant funds in the County Clerk budget (6‑0)
• Moved forward tax abatement to pay $7,534,987 debt service on transportation bonds (6‑0)
• Moved forward tax abatement to pay $4,922,200 debt service on refunding bonds (6‑0)
• Moved forward tax abatement to pay $4,398,500 debt service on building bonds (6‑0)
• Approved assignment of tax‑sale certificate (6‑0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (6‑0)

Legislative Committee

The committee will review legislative updates from state and federal levels. Members will discuss the development of draft legislative agendas for 2026 for both state and federal jurisdictions.

• Review of ISACo Tracked Bills
• Federal Legislative Update
• State Legislative Update
• Discussion on Draft 2026 State Legislative Agenda
• Discussion on Draft 2026 Federal Legislative Agenda

The Legislative Committee approved its August 5 minutes unanimously (7‑0). Members postponed the discussion on the 2026 State Legislative Agenda (7‑0). A motion to change the word “Equity” to “Equality” in the Racial Equity Impact Statement failed (3‑4). The statement was approved in its original form by a 4‑3 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved August 5, 2025 Legislative Committee minutes (7‑0)
• Postponed discussion of Draft 2026 State Legislative Agenda (7‑0)
• Failed motion to replace “Equity” with “Equality” in Racial Equity Impact Statement (3‑4)
• Approved Racial Equity Impact Statement as originally written (4‑3)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (7‑0)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The commission will consider several zoning cases, including parking and setback variances and a map amendment. The body will also review a special use permit for equipment rentals and a temporary permit for a fall festival.

• Variance for parking spaces (76 to 54) and off-site parking location at 17940 S Bronk Road
• Map Amendment from E-1 to A-1 at 31414 S. Egyptian Trail
• Special use permit for light equipment sales/rentals at 10051 Bode Street, Unit C
• Temporary use permit for annual fall festival with paintball at 3450 Crete-Monee Road
• Variance extensions for mowing frequency and plant height at 2618 S. Chicago Street and 116 Zipf Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the variance to reduce the street yard setback from 80 feet to 43 feet for the property at 5760 W. Laurel Lane, Monee (ZC‑25‑073) with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The commission discussed two variances for the Islamic Community of Illinois (parking space reduction and off‑site parking location) but no vote or final decision was recorded. The meeting ended after the discussion of those items.

• Approved street yard setback variance (80 ft → 43 ft) – vote 5‑0 (Mitchell, Bettenhausen, Warrick, Stipan, Navarrete)
• No decision recorded on parking‑space reduction variance (76 → 54 spaces)
• No decision recorded on off‑site parking location variance (600 ft → 900 ft)

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee will discuss funding information and projects requiring resolution approval. The body will also consider new projects for fund allocation and review specific drainage updates.

• Resolution approval for Plainfield Township-Plantation Road Drainage Project
• Resolution approval for Plainfield Township-Virginia Drive Underdrain Installation
• Resolution approval for Lockport Township-Heiland Property Flood Project
• Fund allocation for Troy Township-Rock Run and Shepley Road
• Fund allocation for Fiddymint Creek 406 Oak Street and Long Run Creek

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee voted 11‑0 to approve resolutions funding three completed township drainage projects: Plainfield Township Plantation Road Drainage ($11,486.47), Virginia Drive underdrain ($7,338.47), and Lockport Township Heiland Property Flood ($2,867.50). It also approved new fund allocations for Troy Township projects: Rock Run ($12,500.00) and Shepley Road ($25,000.00). All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved Plainfield Township Plantation Road Drainage Project ($11,486.47) (11‑0)
• Approved Plainfield Township Virginia Drive underdrain installation ($7,338.47) (11‑0)
• Approved Lockport Township Heiland Property Flood Project ($2,867.50) (11‑0)
• Approved new fund allocation for Troy Township Rock Run ($12,500.00) (11‑0)
• Approved new fund allocation for Troy Township Shepley Road ($25,000.00) (11‑0)

Will County Board Meeting

The Board will receive the State of the County and Fiscal Year 2026 Budget presentation. Members will also consider several special use permits and a map amendment for land use cases. Additionally, the body will review infrastructure contracts and county ordinance amendments.

• FY 2026 Budget Presentation (25-2511)
• Contract award to “D“ Construction, Inc. for $1,465,938.49 for Kankakee Street Bridge
• Map Amendment from A-1/A-2/R-3 to I-1 for 918 Manhattan Road, Joliet
• Special use permit for landscape business at 9003 W Stuenkel Road, Frankfort
• Opposing federal legislation to increase truck size and weight limits (RES 25-232)

The board voted to place the Certificate of Publication on file, passing the motion 17‑0. It also approved the July 17, 2025 board minutes, both the regular and executive‑session versions, each with a 17‑0 vote. All votes were recorded with one member abstaining on each item.

• Place Certificate of Publication on file approved (17‑0)
• Approve July 17, 2025 board minutes (regular) approved (17‑0)
• Approve July 17, 2025 board minutes (executive session) approved (17‑0)

Democratic Caucus

The Will County Democratic Caucus met on August 20, 2025 to approve the July 16 minutes and review several old‑business items, including U.C.C.I, NACo, I.S.A.C.O, opioid distribution, and county fair assignment information. In new business, the caucus will discuss sign‑ups for the upcoming Vet Fest and a discussion of the County Board agenda. The meeting also includes public comments, announcements, and an executive session.

• Approval of minutes (25-2520) from July 16, 2025
• Old business: U.C.C.I (25-2560)
• Old business: Opioid Distribution (25-2574)
• New business: Vet Fest Sign‑Up (25-2576)
• New business: Discussion of County Board Agenda (25-2559)

The Democratic Caucus approved the July 16 meeting minutes by an 8‑0 vote. In land‑use matters, the board unanimously approved case ZC‑25‑057 and unanimously denied the special‑use permit ZC‑25‑020. The resolution opposing the federal truck‑size and weight‑limit legislation also passed unanimously. No other substantive votes were recorded.

• Approved July 16 meeting minutes (8‑0)
• Approved land‑use case ZC‑25‑057 (unanimous)
• Denied special‑use permit ZC‑25‑020 for landscaping business (unanimous)
• Approved resolution opposing federal truck size and weight limit legislation (unanimous)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Commission will consider several zoning cases, including a special use permit for a rural retreat and three lot variance requests. The body will also hear an appeal regarding commercial vehicle license plate classifications in a residential district.

• Special Use Permit for a rural retreat at 2400 Bemes Road, Crete
• Variance for minimum lot frontage (80 feet to 0 feet) at Vacant S Frontage Road, Channahon
• Variance for minimum lot area (10 acres to 3 acres) at 11531 W Pauling Road, Manhattan
• Variance for lot area (10 acres to 5 acres) at 1444 E Corning Road, Beecher
• Appeal of administrative decision regarding commercial vehicle license plates at 17438 W Bluff Road, Lemont

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on August 19, 2025 for special‑use permit ZC‑25‑063 for the Second Story Foundation’s rural‑retreat project at 2400 Bemes Road, Crete. Staff presented a recommendation to approve the permit with seven conditions. Several township officials and residents testified, with Crete Township recommending denial. The minutes do not show a vote or final approval or denial, so no decision was recorded.

Republican Caucus

The Republican Caucus will discuss the upcoming Will County Board agenda items. Topics include land use and development, finance, public works and transportation, public health and safety, and legislative matters. No decisions are listed; the meeting is for review and comment.

• Discussion of County Board agenda – Land Use & Development
• Discussion of County Board agenda – Finance
• Discussion of County Board agenda – Public Works & Transportation
• Discussion of County Board agenda – Public Health & Safety
• Discussion of County Board agenda – Legislative

The Republican Caucus approved the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote. The members then voted 6‑0 to adjourn the August 19 session at 6:30 p.m.

• Approved July 15 minutes (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:30 p.m. (6‑0)

Forest Preserve Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several ordinances regarding agricultural and public utility licenses. The meeting includes votes on construction contracts for the Monee Reservoir and software renewals, as well as a budget reallocation for development funds.

• Schedule of Bills totaling $1,063,752.83
• Contract for Microsoft O365 License Renewal with Dell Technologies for $49,053.24
• Contract with Schwartz Excavating for $61,310.00 for Monee Reservoir patio and shade structures
• Ordinances No. 689 and 690 regarding agricultural licenses for the 2026-2028 Farm License Program
• Public utility licenses for bridge improvements at Jackson Creek Preserve and a sewer line at Old Plank Road Trail

The Forest Preserve Board approved a $49,053.24 Microsoft O365 license renewal contract with Dell Technologies and a $61,310.00 contract with Schwartz Excavating for the Monee Reservoir shade structures. It also adopted Ordinances 689, 690, 691, 692, and 693, authorizing new and extended agricultural licenses and public utility licenses, and approved the Schedule of Bills for July 2025. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved $49,053.24 Microsoft O365 license renewal contract to Dell Technologies (18-0)
• Approved $61,310.00 contract to Schwartz Excavating for Monee Reservoir structures (18-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 689 authorizing three agricultural licenses (18-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 690 extending eighteen agricultural licenses (18-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 691 authorizing Public Utility License 25-19 to Manhattan Township Road District (18-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 692 authorizing Public Utility License 25-20 to Village of Mokena (19-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 693 budget reallocation of construction and development funds (18-0)
• Approved Schedule of Bills for July 2025 (18-0)

Forest Preserve Board of Commissioners

The Will County Forest Preserve Board approved contracts for Microsoft software and park structures, along with several agricultural and utility license ordinances. The meeting also covered financial reports and public comments.

• Award of Contract for Microsoft O365 License Renewal in the Amount of $49,053.24 to Dell Technologies
• Award of Contract in the Amount of $61,310.00 to Schwartz Excavating for Monee Reservoir - Patio and Lakeside Shade Structures
• Approval of Ordinance No. 689, Authorizing Three (3) Agricultural Licenses Associated with the 2026-2028 Farm License Program
• Approval of Ordinance No. 691, Authorizing Public Utility License No. 25-19 to the Manhattan Township Road District
• Approval of Ordinance No. 692, Authorizing Public Utility License No. 25-20 to the Village of Mokena

The Forest Preserve Board approved several unanimous actions, including a $61,310 contract to Schwartz Excavating for patio and lakeside shade structures at Monee Reservoir and a $49,053.24 Microsoft O365 license renewal with Dell Technologies. It also adopted ordinances authorizing agricultural licenses, reallocating construction funds, and granting public utility licenses for bridge and sewer projects. All motions passed with vote totals of 18‑0 or 19‑0.

• Approved $49,053.24 Microsoft O365 license renewal contract with Dell Technologies (18-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 689 authorizing three agricultural licenses (2026-2028) (18-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 690 extending eighteen agricultural licenses (2026) (18-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 693 budget reallocation of construction and development funds (18-0)
• Approved $61,310 contract to Schwartz Excavating for Monee Reservoir patio and shade structures (18-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 691 public utility license to Manhattan Township Road District for bridge improvements (18-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 692 public utility license to Village of Mokena for sanitary sewer line maintenance (19-0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (19-0)

Executive Committee Meeting

The Executive Committee will vote to approve the Houbolt Toll Bridge Memorandum of Understanding with United Bridge Partners (term update). It will also authorize the County Executive to execute memoranda of understanding with UChicago Argonne LLC and the Town of Dyer, IN, to provide access to the countywide radio system, and to appropriate State of Illinois grant funds in the sheriff's budget. Several ordinance amendments to chapters 35, 39, 42 and 43 of the code of ordinances are slated for adoption.

• Approve Houbolt Toll Bridge Memorandum of Understanding with United Bridge Partners (term update) – Item 25-2194
• Authorize MOU with UChicago Argonne LLC for countywide radio system access – Item 25-2289
• Authorize Intergovernmental Agreement with Town of Dyer, IN for radio system access – Item 25-2290
• Appropriate State of Illinois grant funds in the sheriff's budget – Item 25-2512
• Adopt ordinance amendments to chapters 35, 39, 42, and 43 of the code of ordinances – Items 25-2188, 25-2189, 25-2191, 25-2192

The board postponed approval of the July 07.10.2025 Executive Committee minutes to the next meeting (10‑0). It approved the July executive‑session minutes (10‑0) and moved forward an amendment to the Houbolt Toll Bridge memorandum (9‑0). The committee also authorized three intergovernmental agreements for the countywide radio system, appropriated state grant funds for the sheriff’s budget, and adopted an ordinance amendment to chapter 35 of the code (all 9‑0).

• Postponed approval of July 07.10.2025 Executive Committee minutes (10‑0)
• Approved Executive Session minutes 07.10.2025 (10‑0)
• Approved amendment to Houbolt Toll Bridge Memorandum of Understanding (9‑0)
• Authorized MOU with UChicago Argonne LLC for countywide radio system (9‑0)
• Authorized intergovernmental agreement with Town of Dyer for countywide radio system (9‑0)
• Authorized intergovernmental agreement with Lowell Volunteer Fire Department for countywide radio system (9‑0)
• Appropriated State of Illinois grant funds in the Sheriff’s budget (9‑0)
• Adopted ordinance amending chapter 35 of the code of ordinances (9‑0)

Landfill Committee

The Will County Landfill Committee will review meeting minutes from April and June, receive an update on August operations, and hear a report on litter near the landfill.

• Approval of April and June Landfill Committee minutes
• Update on August Landfill Committee operations
• Report on litter along roadways near the County Landfill

The committee approved the April 8, 2025 landfill minutes (item 25-2347) with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the June 4, 2025 landfill minutes (item 25-2419) with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes 25-2347 (April 8, 2025) [5‑0]
• Approved minutes 25-2419 (June 4, 2025) [5‑0]
• Adjourned meeting [5‑0]

Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review

The Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee is meeting to discuss old business regarding the county code. The session focuses on amending or repealing several chapters of the Code of Ordinances.

• ORD 25-268 / 25-2320: Amending Chapter 50 of Code of Ordinances
• 25-2321: Amending Chapter 51 of Code of Ordinances
• ORD 25-269 / 25-2322: Repealing Chapter 52 of Code of Ordinances
• ORD 25-270 / 25-2323: Amending Chapter 53 of Code of Ordinances
• ORD 25-271 / 25-2324: Amending Chapter 54 of Code of Ordinances

The Ad‑Hoc Ordinance Review Committee approved the July 22 minutes (6‑0). It voted to move the amended Chapter 50 solid‑waste ordinance to the Executive Committee (5‑1). Chapter 51 was postponed to September (6‑0). Chapters 52, 53, and 54 were each moved forward for Executive Committee approval (each 6‑0). The meeting was adjourned (6‑0).

• Approved July 22 minutes (6‑0)
• Move Chapter 50 solid‑waste ordinance forward (5‑1)
• Postpone Chapter 51 to September meeting (6‑0)
• Move Chapter 52 repeal forward (6‑0)
• Move Chapter 53 amendment forward (6‑0)
• Move Chapter 54 amendment forward (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (6‑0)

Committee of the Whole

The Will County Board Committee of the Whole will meet at 12:00 PM on August 12, 2025. The agenda includes approval of four prior Committee of the Whole minutes (10/29/2024, 12/10/2024, 5/9/2025, 5/14/2025). A presentation on Robert’s Rules of Order and parliamentary procedures will be given. The meeting also allows public comment on agenda items and other routine business.

• Approve minutes 25-2468 (10/29/2024)
• Approve minutes 25-2469 (12/10/2024)
• Approve minutes 25-2466 (05/09/2025)
• Approve minutes 25-2467 (05/14/2025)
• Presentation: Robert’s Rules of Order and Parliamentary Procedures (item 25-2470)

The Committee of the Whole approved four sets of previously recorded minutes, each passing unanimously with a 14‑0 vote and one member abstaining. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 14‑0 vote. No substantive policy actions were taken.

• Approved 25-2468 Committee of the Whole Minutes (10.29.2024) (14‑0)
• Approved 25-2469 Committee of the Whole Minutes (12.10.2024) (14‑0)
• Approved 25-2466 Committee of the Whole Minutes (05.09.2025) (14‑0)
• Approved 25-2467 Committee of the Whole Minutes (05.14.2025) (14‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (14‑0)

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee

The Forest Preserve District Finance Committee will consider awarding a Microsoft O365 license renewal contract worth $49,053.24 to Dell Technologies. It will also vote on three ordinances: No. 689 to authorize three agricultural licenses for the 2026‑2028 Farm License Program, No. 690 to extend eighteen agricultural licenses for the 2026 program, and No. 693 to reallocate construction and development funds for fiscal years 2023‑2026. An executive session will be held to discuss collective bargaining, land acquisition, pending litigation, personnel matters, and to review executive‑session minutes. The committee will approve the minutes from the July 3, 2025 meeting and receive quarterly quote and investment reports.

• Award of Contract for Microsoft O365 License Renewal in the amount of $49,053.24 to Dell Technologies
• Approval of Ordinance No. 689 authorizing three agricultural licenses for the 2026‑2028 Farm License Program
• Approval of Ordinance No. 690 authorizing the extension of eighteen agricultural licenses for the 2026 Farm License Program
• Approval of Ordinance No. 693 budget reallocation of construction and development funds for FY 2023‑2026
• Executive session topics: collective bargaining, land acquisition, pending litigation, personnel, review of executive‑session minutes

The committee approved a $49,053.24 contract with Dell Technologies for Microsoft O365 license renewal. It also adopted Ordinance No. 689 for three new agricultural licenses and Ordinance No. 690 extending eighteen existing licenses. Additionally, Ordinance No. 693 reallocated construction and development funds for fiscal years 2023‑2026.

• Approved $49,053.24 Microsoft O365 license renewal contract with Dell Technologies (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 689 authorizing three agricultural licenses (8‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 690 extending eighteen agricultural licenses (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 693 budget reallocation of construction and development funds 2023‑2026 (8‑0)
• Approved minutes of July 3, 2025 meeting (7‑0)
• Approved schedule of bills (7‑0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (8‑0)

Retiree Health Insurance Trust (OPEB)

The Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust meeting will approve the May 1, 2025 OPEB minutes, discuss the quarterly schedule of bills, and review the quarterly operating and investment statements along with the 2024 annual comprehensive financial report. No other decisions are listed. The agenda also includes public comments, commissioner comments, and an executive session.

• Approval of OPEB minutes from May 1, 2025
• Quarterly schedule of bills
• Quarterly operating statement
• Quarterly investment report
• OPEB Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for 2024

The Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust Board approved the May 1, 2025 OPEB meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the Quarterly Schedule of Bills (item 065 25‑2404) by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved May 1, 2025 OPEB minutes (5‑0)
• Approved Quarterly Schedule of Bills (065 25‑2404) (5‑0)
• Approved adjournment (5‑0)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee will hear two presentations, one on Will County Animal Protection Services and another on the financial impact of grant reductions to the Health Department. It will also review several informational reports, including the August public health and safety report, substance‑use initiatives, and a nursing home safety report. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda consists of presentations and reports.

• Presentation: Will County Animal Protection Services (Anna Payton)
• Presentation: Financial Impact of Grant Reductions on Health Department (Elizabeth Bilotta)
• Public Health and Safety August Report (Elizabeth Bilotta)
• WCHD Substance Use Initiatives August 1, 2025 (Dr. Kathleen Burke)
• Sunny Hill Nursing Home Public Health & Safety Report (Maggie McDowell)

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the July 3, 2025 minutes with a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 11:39 AM by a 5‑0 vote. No other actions or approvals were recorded.

• Approved July 3, 2025 Public Health & Safety Committee minutes (7‑0)
• Approved motion to adjourn at 11:39 AM (5‑0)

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Land Use & Development Committee will review several special use permit applications, including a landscape and lawn maintenance business in Frankfort, a dynamic display sign in Crete, and ancillary liquor service permits for two restaurants in Frankfort. The committee will also consider a map amendment in Joliet and a variance for vehicle parking in Lemont. Additional extension requests for special use permits will be discussed under other business.

• Special use permit for Green Garden Township landscaping business at 9003 W Stuenkel Road, Frankfort (Case 25-0668)
• Variance for dynamic display sign setbacks at 25930 S Cottage Grove Avenue, Crete (Case 25-0665)
• Ancillary liquor service permits for Kismet Restaurant (7805 W. Lincoln Highway, Frankfort) and Noble Ctr Lincoln IL (19866 S. Harlem, Frankfort) (Cases 25-2135, 25-2137)
• Map amendment changing zones from A-1/A-2/R-3 to I-1 at 918 Manhattan Road, Joliet (Case 25-2138)
• Vehicle parking variances increasing allowed vehicles at 17438 W. Bluff Road, Lemont (Case 25-2139)

The Will County Land Use & Development Committee voted 4‑0 to approve special‑use permits for a landscape and lawn‑maintenance business (ZC‑25‑060), an on‑premise dynamic display in agricultural and residential districts (ZC‑25‑049), and ancillary liquor service permits for two locations in Frankfort Township (ZC‑25‑042 and ZC‑25‑064). Commissioner Mitchell was absent for each vote. A fifth application (ZC‑25‑020) was discussed but no motion or vote was recorded.

• Approved special‑use permit for landscape and lawn‑maintenance business (ZC‑25‑060) – vote 4‑0
• Approved special‑use permit for on‑premise dynamic display (ZC‑25‑049) – vote 4‑0
• Approved ancillary liquor service permit for THC, LLC (ZC‑25‑042) – vote 4‑0
• Approved ancillary liquor service permit for Noble Ctr Lincoln IL, LLC (ZC‑25‑064) – vote 4‑0

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee

The committee will vote on awarding a $61,310 contract to Schwartz Excavating for patio and lakeside shade structures at Monee Reservoir. It will also consider two ordinances authorizing utility licenses for bridge work at Jackson Creek Preserve and sewer line maintenance on the Old Plank Road Trail. Additional items include permission to bid the Hickory Creek Bikeway resurfacing and Hadley Valley Access Trail improvements.

• Award contract $61,310 to Schwartz Excavating (Countryside, IL) for Monee Reservoir patio and shade structures
• Approve Ordinance No. 691 for public utility license 25-19 to Manhattan Township Road District for bridge improvements at Jackson Creek Preserve
• Approve Ordinance No. 692 for public utility license 25-20 to Village of Mokena for sanitary sewer line maintenance crossing Old Plank Road Trail east of 116th Street
• Permission to bid Hickory Creek Bikeway resurfacing
• Permission to bid Hadley Valley Access Trail improvements

The Operations Committee unanimously approved a $61,310 contract with Schwartz Excavating for patio and lakeside shade structures at the Monee Reservoir. It also approved two public utility licenses for bridge work at Jackson Creek Preserve and for sewer line maintenance in Mokena. Additionally, the committee authorized bids for the Hickory Creek Bikeway resurfacing and Hadley Valley Access Trail improvements.

• Approved $61,310 contract with Schwartz Excavating for Monee Reservoir shade structures (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 691 authorizing Public Utility License 25‑19 for bridge improvements at Jackson Creek Preserve (8‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 692 authorizing Public Utility License 25‑20 for sanitary sewer line maintenance crossing Old Plank Road Trail (8‑0)
• Approved permission to bid the Hickory Creek Bikeway resurfacing project (8‑0)
• Approved permission to bid the Hadley Valley Access Trail improvements (8‑0)

Public Works & Transportation

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will review several infrastructure contracts and professional service agreements. The meeting includes a presentation on the 'Our Way Forward 2050' long-range highway plan.

• Contract award to “D“ Construction, Inc. for $1,465,938.49 for Kankakee Street Bridge over Jackson Creek
• Contract award to Tri-State Asphalt for oil at $2.82/Gallon
• Supplemental professional services agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Bell Road (CH 16)
• Agreement with AT&T for facility relocation reimbursement on 80th Ave (CH 83)
• Supplemental professional services agreement with Alfred Benesch and Company on 80th Avenue (CH 83)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved the July 1, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It then approved seven resolutions authorizing road‑related contracts and supplemental professional services, each passing 6‑0. The board also set the next meeting for September 2, 2025.

• Approved July 1, 2025 Public Works & Transportation minutes (6‑0)
• Approved award of contract to Tri‑State Asphalt ($2.82/gal) for Will Road District Materials (6‑0)
• Approved award of contract to D Construction, Inc. ($1,465,938.49) for Manhattan Road District bridge (6‑0)
• Authorized supplemental professional services agreement with AECOM Technical Services for Bell Road (CH 16) (6‑0)
• Authorized agreement with Illinois Bell Telephone Co. d/b/a AT&T for reimbursement on 80th Ave improvements (6‑0)
• Authorized supplemental professional services agreement with Alfred Benesch for 80th Ave (CH 83) (6‑0)
• Authorized supplemental professional services agreement with Ciorba Group for Manhattan Township Road District design engineering (Phase II) (6‑0)
• Approved scheduling of next meeting for September 2, 2025 (6‑0)

Capital Improvements & IT

The committee will meet to approve the July 1, 2025, meeting minutes. The agenda includes a discussion on facilities updates under old business.

• Approval of July 1, 2025, meeting minutes (25-2198)
• Facilities updates discussion (25-2328)

The County Board approved the Capital Improvements & IT minutes from July 1, 2025 with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 11:26 a.m. also by a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved July 1, 2025 Capital Improvements & IT minutes (6‑0)
• Approved adjournment at 11:26 a.m. (6‑0)

Legislative Committee

The committee will discuss the development of the 2026 State Legislative Agenda. Members will also review state and federal legislative updates. The meeting includes a proposal to oppose federal legislation regarding truck size and weight limits.

• Opposing Federal Legislation to Increase Truck Size and Weight Limits (25-2465)
• Developing 2026 State Legislative Agenda (25-2331)
• ISACo Tracked Bills report (25-2288)
• Federal Legislative Update (25-2207)
• State Legislative Update (25-2206)

The Legislative Committee approved the July 1, 2025 minutes with a 6‑0 vote. It then passed a resolution opposing federal legislation to increase truck size and weight limits by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with a 6‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 1, 2025 Legislative Committee minutes (6‑0)
• Passed resolution opposing federal truck size and weight limits legislation (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (6‑0)

Finance Committee

The Will County Finance Committee will review several financial matters, including a presentation on the health department’s grant reductions, appropriating state grant funds for the sheriff’s budget, and a request to use contingency funds for the sheriff’s adult detention facility. It will also consider amending the predictable fee schedule for the Recorder of Deeds and authorizing the county executive to execute documents for the delinquent tax program. The meeting includes approval of minutes, old business items such as sales and cannabis tax reports, and stipend payments for elected officials. Public comment and an executive session will follow the agenda items.

• Appropriating State of Illinois grant funds in the sheriff’s budget (item 25-2177)
• Authorizing use of contingency funds for the sheriff adult detention facility (item 25-2196)
• Amending the predictable fee schedule for the Recorder of Deeds (item 25-2169)
• Authorizing county executive to execute documents for delinquent tax program (item 25-2199)
• Presentation on financial impact of grant reductions on Health Department (item 25-2350)

The committee approved the July 1 Finance Committee minutes (6‑0). Members amended the stipend resolution to include the County Clerk (5‑2) and then approved the amended resolution (7‑0). Several other resolutions were moved forward, and the request to use contingency funds for the Sheriff Adult Detention Facility was postponed (6‑0).

• Approved July 1 Finance Committee minutes (6‑0)
• Amended stipend resolution to include County Clerk (5‑2)
• Approved amended stipend resolution (7‑0)
• Moved forward on appropriating State grant funds in the Sheriff's budget (6‑0)
• Postponed use of contingency funds for Sheriff Adult Detention Facility (6‑0)
• Moved forward on amending the Recorder of Deeds fee schedule (6‑0)
• Moved forward on authorizing County Executive for delinquent tax program (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (6‑0)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 17, 2025. Commissioners will consider five items: a variance to increase accessory building area, a map amendment, two special‑use permits for ancillary liquor service, and a special‑use permit with vehicle variances for a landscaping business. Decisions will be made on each request during the meeting.

• Variance to raise maximum accessory building area from 1,200 sq ft to 1,783 sq ft at 512 Blackhawk Street, Joliet (case 25‑2136)
• Map amendment changing zoning from A‑1/A‑2/R‑3 to I‑1 at 918 Manhattan Road, Joliet (case 25‑2138)
• Special‑use permit for ancillary liquor service at 7805 W. Lincoln Highway, Frankfort (case 25‑2135)
• Special‑use permit for ancillary liquor service at 19866 S. Harlem, Frankfort (case 25‑2137)
• Special‑use permit for landscaping business with vehicle variances (5 to 21 residential vehicles, 2 to 16 commercial vehicles) at 17438 W. Bluff Road, Lemont (case 25‑2139)

The Planning and Zoning Commission denied the variance request to increase the accessory building area from 1,200 sq ft to 1,783 sq ft at 512 Blackhawk Street. The vote was unanimous, 6‑0. No final vote or decision was recorded for the Manhattan Road map amendment request.

• Denied variance for 512 Blackhawk St accessory building (6-0)

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee will review several items related to stormwater projects. Items include a resolution approving the 2025 Village of Romeoville 50/50 Project Program, approval of Tier 1 project data, and allocation of Tier 2 project funds. The committee will also discuss drainage concerns at 3102 Harris Drive in Joliet and issues concerning Fiddyment and Long Run Creeks. Public comment will be taken on the drainage and creek items.

• Resolution approving 2025 Village of Romeoville 50/50 Project Program
• Approval of 2025 Project data for Tier 1
• Award of funds for 2025 Tier 2 projects
• Drainage concerns at 3102 Harris Drive, Joliet, IL
• Discussion of Fiddyment and Long Run Creeks

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee voted unanimously to approve a $25,000 grant to the Wesley Township Highway Department (Resolution 25‑06) and a $15,900 grant to 406 Oak Street in Lockport (Resolution 25‑03). The board also set tentative future meeting dates for November 24 and December 15, 2025. Budget figures for 2025 and the upcoming 2026 50/50 program were discussed but no new funding decisions were made.

• Approved $25,000 grant to Wesley Township Highway Department (Resolution 25‑06, 12‑0)
• Approved $15,900 grant to 406 Oak Street, Lockport (Resolution 25‑03, 12‑0)
• Approved August 28, 2025 meeting minutes (10‑0)
• Scheduled next regular meeting for November 24, 2025 at 10 AM
• Tentatively scheduled December 15, 2025 meeting at 10 AM

WC Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee - Special Meeting

The Will County Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee meets to study proposed changes to county chapters, including nursing home policies, purchasing codes, and administrative adjudication. The agenda also includes a discussion on assets and a presentation by the Treasurer on ACH payments for property taxes.

• Review of Chapter 35: County Nursing Home
• Review of Chapter 39: County Policies
• Review of Chapter 41: Purchasing Code
• Review of Chapter 42: County Lobbyist's Registration
• Review of Chapter 43: Administrative Adjudication

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the June 10 meeting and suspended rules to discuss new business first. It approved an amendment to Chapter 35 adding full‑time employment language, removing the word “employees,” and renaming Sunny Hill to County Nursing Home, then moved Chapter 35 forward for approval. The Anti‑Harassment policy in Chapter 39.07 and the Responsible Bidder ordinance language in Chapter 41 were each moved forward by a 3‑to‑2 vote. Chapter 42 was also moved forward unanimously to the Executive Committee.

• Approved June 10 minutes (unanimous)
• Suspended rules to discuss new business (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 35 (full‑time, remove employees, rename) (unanimous)
• Moved Chapter 35 forward for approval (unanimous)
• Moved Anti‑Harassment policy in Chapter 39.07 forward (3‑to‑2)
• Moved Responsible Bidder ordinance language into Chapter 41 forward (3‑to‑2)
• Moved Chapter 42 to Executive Committee (unanimous)

Will County Board - Recessed Meeting

The Will County Board will consider a finance ordinance to issue general obligation alternate revenue bonds not to exceed $200,845,000. It will also act on several land‑use cases, including approvals and denials of special‑use permits and map amendments. Additionally, the board will approve road‑construction contracts totaling roughly $890,000.

• Ordinance 25-192 authorizing issuance of general obligation alternate revenue bonds up to $200,845,000
• Contract award to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. for $691,544.10 to resurface River Road (CH 44) and related sections
• Contract award to Iroquois Paving Corporation for $198,977.57 to resurface Washington Road District and Yates Avenue
• Denial of special‑use permit for a commercial solar facility on 23.8 acres (Shorewood Grain Farmers LLC) by LUDC
• Approval of map amendment from A‑1 to E‑2 for Jeong Bog Oh and partners in Green Garden Township

The Board approved the certificate of publication and the June 18 minutes unanimously. A motion to suspend the rules to extend speaker time was defeated 12‑10. The Land Use Committee opened and then closed a public hearing unanimously, and subsequently approved a special use permit with several variances for a farm at 24948 S State Line Road (21‑1 vote) and a map amendment for a property on S Kankakee St (unanimous).

• Certificate of publication placed on file – approved unanimously
• June 18 board minutes approved – approved unanimously
• Motion to suspend rules for speaker time defeated – 12 to 10 (needed 14)
• Land Use public hearing opened – approved unanimously
• Land Use public hearing closed – approved 21 to 0
• Special use permit and variances for 24948 S State Line Rd approved – 21 to 1
• Map amendment for S Kankakee St property approved – approved unanimously

WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Democratic Caucus will hold a special meeting on July 16, 2025. The meeting will approve minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting, review old‑business items including U.C.C.I, NACo, and I.S.A.C.O, and discuss the upcoming County Board agenda. No formal decisions beyond routine approvals are listed.

• Approve minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting
• Review U.C.C.I (Sherry Williams)
• Review NACo (Sherry Williams)
• Review I.S.A.C.O (Sherry Williams)
• Discussion of County Board agenda

The caucus approved the previous meeting minutes with a 9‑to‑0 vote. In land‑use discussion, Case ZC‑25‑052 for a boat and RV storage facility was approved unanimously, while several other cases were denied or passed as noted. Item 25‑209 qualifying statement was voted in favor, but the amendment was not supported. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (9‑0)
• Case ZC‑25‑052 boat and RV storage facility passed unanimously
• Cases ZC‑25‑002, ZC‑25‑041, ZC‑25‑043 denied
• Cases ZC‑25‑051, ZC‑25‑027, ZC‑25‑046, ZC‑25‑048 passed
• Case ZC‑25‑054 passed
• Case ZC‑25‑050 approved (member opposed)
• Item 25‑209 qualifying statement voted in favor (amendment rejected)
• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously

Republican Caucus

The Will County Republican Caucus will hold a special meeting on July 15, 2025. The agenda includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and a discussion of the County Board agenda. Topics for discussion cover land use & development, finance, public works & transportation, public health & safety, legislative matters, capital improvements & IT, landfill, executive, and forest preserve issues. No specific decisions or actions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the May 13, 2025 special meeting
• Approval of minutes from the June 17, 2025 special meeting
• Discussion of County Board agenda: Land Use & Development
• Discussion of County Board agenda: Finance
• Discussion of County Board agenda: Public Works & Transportation

The caucus unanimously approved the minutes from the May 13 and June 17 special meetings and the current meeting. On the agenda, Item 3 was approved 4‑1, Items 4 and 5 were rejected 1‑4, Item 8 was approved 5‑0, and Item 10 passed 3‑2. The members also agreed that Mr. Butler will draft an amendment to the Transportation Improvement Program.

• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved current meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Item 3 approved 4‑1
• Items 4‑5 rejected 1‑4
• Item 8 approved 5‑0
• Item 10 approved 3‑2
• Assigned Mr. Butler to propose amendment to Transportation Improvement Program

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Republican Caucus will hold a special meeting to discuss the county board agenda, including topics such as land use, finance, public works, and capital improvements. The meeting will be held at the Frankfort Township Building.

• Discussion of County Board Agenda items
• Review of May and June caucus meeting minutes
• Public comments period included

The caucus approved the minutes from the May 13 and June 17 special meetings by unanimous vote. Several agenda items were voted on: Item 3 (4‑1), Items 4‑5 (1‑4), Item 8 (5‑0), and Item 10 (3‑2). The minutes record the vote tallies but do not state the final outcomes of those items.

• Approved May 13, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous) – mover Dave Oxley, seconder Frankie Pretzel
• Approved June 17, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous) – mover Dave Oxley, seconder Judy Ogalla
• Vote on Item 3 resulted in a 4‑1 tally (outcome not recorded)
• Vote on Items 4‑5 resulted in a 1‑4 tally (outcome not recorded)
• Vote on Item 8 resulted in a 5‑0 tally (outcome not recorded)
• Vote on Item 10 resulted in a 3‑2 tally (outcome not recorded)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider five zoning cases, including four variance requests and one special use permit. The meeting will be held at the County Board Room in Joliet and streamed online.

• Variance for accessory building area increase to 2,432 sq ft (24615 W. 103Rd St, Naperville)
• Variance for building height increase to 29.75 ft (24615 W. 103Rd St, Naperville)
• Variance for East Side Yard Setback reduction to 4 ft (7948 W Harvest Dr, Frankfort)
• Variance for Minimum Lot Area reduction to 5 acres (12211 W. Baker Rd, Manhattan)
• Special Use Permit for landscaping business (9003 W. Stuenkel Road, Frankfort)

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission approved a series of variances and special‑use permits, each by a 6‑0 vote. Approvals included accessory building area and height variances, a yard‑setback variance, a minimum‑lot‑area variance, and special‑use permits for landscaping and a dynamic display sign, all with conditions where noted. The meeting was adjourned at 6:14 PM.

• Approved variance for maximum accessory building area (1,800 sq ft → 2,432 sq ft) – 6‑0
• Approved variance for maximum building height (25 ft → 29.75 ft) – 6‑0
• Approved variance for east side yard setback (10 ft → 4 ft) – 6‑0
• Approved variance for minimum lot area (10 ac → 5 ac) – 6‑0
• Approved special‑use permit for landscaping and lawn‑maintenance business with three conditions – 6‑0
• Approved variance for minimum setback of freestanding sign (10 ft → 7 ft) – 6‑0
• Approved variance for minimum setback of dynamic display sign face (300 ft → 219 ft) – 6‑0
• Approved special‑use permit for on‑premise dynamic display with two conditions – 6‑0

Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure contracts and a land transfer agreement. The board will also review the 2024 audit and consider hiring two new staff positions.

• Contract of $1,133,318.52 to Everlast Blacktop for Old Plank Road Trail Pavement Rehabilitation & ADA Improvements
• Contract of $182,284.16 to Construction Solutions of Illinois, Inc for annual asphalt crack seal, seal coat, and re-striping
• Contract of $112,500.00 to Strand Associates, Inc. for DuPage River Trail Extension engineering and permitting
• Schedule of Bills for June 2025 totaling $1,149,023.79
• Resolution No. 25-11 regarding Crime Lab Wetland Mitigation Project and land transfer at Prairie Bluff Preserve

The Board unanimously approved Resolution No. 25‑11 authorizing an intergovernmental agreement for the Crime Lab Wetland Mitigation Project at Prairie Bluff Preserve. It also approved four contract awards for trail and road work, declared surplus equipment for disposal, and authorized hiring of a facility office manager and a restoration ecologist. All actions were adopted without dissent.

• Approved Resolution No. 25‑11 authorizing intergovernmental agreement with Capital Development Board, Illinois State Police, and Forest Preserve District of Will County for Crime Lab Wetland Mitigation Project (unanimous)
• Approved $112,500 contract to Strand Associates, Inc. for engineering and permitting of DuPage River Trail Extension – 119th St to 127th St (unanimous)
• Approved $1,133,318.52 contract to Everlast Blacktop for Old Plank Road Trail pavement rehabilitation and ADA improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $182,284.16 contract to Construction Solutions of Illinois for annual asphalt crack seal, seal coat, and re‑striping (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑10 declaring various vehicles, equipment, and other items surplus and authorizing disposal (unanimous)
• Approved permission to hire a Facility Office Manager at Hidden Oaks Nature Center (unanimous)
• Approved permission to hire a Restoration Ecologist (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)