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

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)

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

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

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)

Executive Committee

The Will County Executive Committee will meet to discuss senior tax exemptions, the number of sheriff enforcement deputies, and amendments to the liquor control ordinance. The committee will also consider contracts for demolition and lease agreements for specialty courts.

• Discussion on Senior Tax Exemption
• Increasing enforcement deputies for Sheriff's Department
• Amending Liquor Control Ordinance for Lockport Gas and Food, LLC
• Contract for demolition at 116 Walden Rd. Joliet, IL 60433
• Adopting HUD 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan

The committee approved a motion to amend the Will County Multi-Year Plan unanimously. An amendment to the qualifying‑statement resolution was defeated by a 4‑to‑5 vote. Several other items, including a qualifying‑statement resolution, an increase of one sheriff deputy, an amendment to the liquor‑license ordinance, and a demolition contract for 116 Walden Rd, were moved forward unanimously.

• Approved amendment to Will County Multi-Year Plan (unanimous)
• Amendment to qualifying‑statement resolution defeated (4‑5)
• Qualifying‑statement resolution moved forward (unanimous)
• Increase sheriff deputies by one moved forward (unanimous)
• Amend Liquor Control Ordinance to add Class C1 licenses moved forward (unanimous)
• Approve demolition contract for 116 Walden Rd moved forward (unanimous)
• Resolution authorizing lease agreements for 10 S. Chicago St. and 9 Osgood St. moved forward (unanimous)

WC Executive Committee - Board Agenda Setting Meeting

The Will County Executive Committee will discuss a range of items, including a senior tax exemption, the public defender's salary, and increasing enforcement deputies for the sheriff’s department. It will consider amending the Liquor Control Ordinance to increase the total number of Class C1 liquor licenses, authorizing lease agreements for two county properties, and approving a demolition contract and HUD consolidated plan. The meeting also includes a grant acceptance, ordinance amendments for courts, library and fiscal affairs, and an appointment for the Lockport Cemetery Association.

• Amending Liquor Control Ordinance, Chapter 110, to increase total Class C1 liquor licenses (Almas Khan D/B/A Lockport Gas and Food, LLC, 14747 W. 159Th Street, Homer Glen)
• Resolution authorizing lease agreements for 10 S. Chicago Street (Specialty Courts Program) and 9 S. Osgood Street
• Approving contract for demolition located at 116 Walden Rd., Joliet, IL 60433
• Accepting a grant under the IHDA Home Repair and Accessibility Program – Round 2 (PID# 52607)
• Setting the Public Defender's Salary

The committee approved the June 12 minutes unanimously. A motion to amend the Will County Multi-Year Plan was defeated by a 4‑to‑5 vote. All other items on the agenda were moved forward unanimously, including the public defender salary setting, adding a sheriff deputy, a liquor license amendment, lease authorizations, a demolition contract, and the HUD 2025‑2029 plan.

• Approved June 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Defeated Motion to Amend Will County Multi-Year Plan (4‑5)
• Moved forward Required Qualifying Statement for Multi-Year Plans (unanimous)
• Moved forward Setting Public Defender's Salary (unanimous)
• Moved forward Increase Sheriff’s Department deputies to 234 (unanimous)
• Moved forward Amend Liquor Ordinance to increase Class C1 licenses (unanimous)
• Moved forward Authorize lease agreements for 10 S. Chicago St. and 9 Osgood St. (unanimous)
• Moved forward Approve demolition contract for 116 Walden Rd (unanimous)

WC Landfill Committee - Regular Meeting- Cancelled

The Will County Landfill Committee regular meeting set for July 8, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The committee will meet next on August 12, 2025.

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Will County Public Health & Safety Committee will meet on July 3, 2025 to consider informational reports, including a Sunny Hill Nursing Home report, a monthly update for July 2025, approved meeting minutes from May 21, 2025, and a monthly substance‑use initiatives update. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Sunny Hill Nursing Home Report (Maggie McDowell)
• Monthly Update July 2025 (Elizabeth Bilotta)
• Approved Boh Meeting Minutes 5.21.25 (Elizabeth Bilotta)
• Monthly Substance Use Initiatives Update (Dr. Kathleen Burke)

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the minutes from its June 5, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also approved the Boh Meeting Minutes dated May 21, 2025. The committee then moved to adjourn, which was approved unanimously.

• Approved June 5, 2025 Public Health & Safety Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Boh Meeting Minutes 5/21/25 (approval recorded)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

WC Public Health & Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will meet to review informational reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda focuses on updates regarding nursing home operations and substance use initiatives.

• Sunny Hill Nursing Home Report
• Monthly Substance Use Initiatives Update
• Approval of June 5, 2025 meeting minutes

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the June 5, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It also approved the Boh meeting minutes from May 21, 2025. The committee then moved to adjourn, which was approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were voted on.

• Approved June 5, 2025 committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Boh meeting minutes dated May 21, 2025 (approved, no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn approved (unanimous)

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Land Use & Development Committee will review ordinance amendments to the county zoning code, including map changes and special use permits. Items include multiple commercial solar energy facilities with variances for ground cover height and mowing requirements. The agenda also contains a temporary use permit discussion and a solar status report.

• Special Use Permit for a 33.55‑acre commercial solar facility at 26347 W Baltz Rd, Joliet (Item 6)
• Special Use Permit for a 23.8‑acre commercial solar facility in Troy Township near Baltz Road (Item 5)
• Special Use Permit and variances for a commercial solar facility at 14910 & 14750 S Archer Ave, Lockport (Item 3)
• Map amendment from R‑5 to R‑6 for vacant property at Algonquin St and Copperfield Ave, Joliet (Item 1)
• Special Use Permit for ancillary liquor service at 14508 Archer Ave, Lockport (Item 8)

The Land Use & Development Committee postponed two pending applications, approved a map amendment for a property on E‑1 to E‑2, and voted 4‑1 to approve a special use permit for a commercial solar energy facility with four conditions. Another solar permit was also postponed.

• Postponed Map Amendment R‑5 to R‑6 (ZC‑25‑016) – Tabled unanimously (5‑0)
• Postponed Special Use Permit for Multi‑Unit Building (ZC‑25‑016) – Tabled unanimously (5‑0)
• Approved Map Amendment E‑1 to E‑2 (ZC‑25‑051) – Approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Commercial Solar Energy Facility with four conditions (ZC‑25‑027) – Approved 4‑1
• Postponed Special Use Permit for Commercial Solar Energy Facility (ZC‑25‑028) – Tabled unanimously (5‑0)

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee - Regular Meeting

The Forest Preserve District Operations Committee is meeting to award contracts for trail extensions, pavement rehabilitation, and asphalt sealing. The body will also consider the disposal of surplus equipment and the hiring of two full-time 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 (119th Street to 127th Street) engineering and permitting
• Resolution No. 25-10 to declare various vehicles and equipment as surplus for disposal
• Permission to bid for Monee Reservoir patio and lakeside shade structures

The Operations Committee unanimously approved several contracts and resolutions, sending each to the Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners. Major approvals included a $112,500 contract for the DuPage River Trail extension and a $1,133,318.52 contract for Old Plank Road Trail pavement rehabilitation and ADA improvements. The committee also approved a surplus‑disposal resolution, a bid for Monee Reservoir shade structures, and advertising for two full‑time staff positions.

• Approved $112,500 contract to Strand Associates for DuPage River Trail Extension (7‑0)
• Approved $1,133,318.52 contract to Everlast Blacktop for Old Plank Road Trail Pavement Rehabilitation & ADA Improvements (7‑0)
• Approved $182,284.16 contract to Construction Solutions for annual asphalt crack seal, seal coat, and re‑striping (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑10 declaring various vehicles, equipment, and other items surplus and authorizing disposal (7‑0)
• Approved permission to bid for Monee Reservoir patio and lakeside shade structures (7‑0)
• Approved permission to advertise for a full‑time interpretive naturalist (7‑0)
• Approved permission to advertise for a full‑time maintenance and operations project manager (7‑0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (7‑0)

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will consider and vote on Resolution No. 25‑11, which authorizes an intergovernmental agreement with the Capital Development Board, Illinois State Police, and the Forest Preserve District of Will County for the Crime Lab Wetland Mitigation Project and land transfer at Prairie Bluff Preserve. The agenda also lists a schedule of bills totaling $1,149,023.79 and includes an executive session covering collective bargaining, land acquisition, litigation, personnel, and review of executive session minutes.

• Approval of Resolution No. 25‑11 for the Crime Lab Wetland Mitigation Project at Prairie Bluff Preserve
• Schedule of bills amounting to $1,149,023.79
• Executive session topics: collective bargaining, land acquisition, pending litigation, personnel, and review of executive session minutes

The Finance Committee approved the June schedule of bills and the June 5 meeting minutes, each by a 7‑to‑0 vote. It then approved Resolution No. 25‑11, authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with the Capital Development Board, Illinois State Police, and the Forest Preserve District for the Crime Lab Wetland Mitigation Project and land transfer at Prairie Bluff Preserve, by an 8‑to‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with an 8‑to‑0 vote.

• Approved Schedule of Bills – June (7‑0)
• Approved Minutes of June 5, 2025 (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑11 authorizing intergovernmental agreement for Crime Lab wetland mitigation (8‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (8‑0)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The regular meeting of the Will County Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for July 2, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2025.

OPEB - Regular Meeting

The Will County OPEB Committee will meet to conduct regular business. The primary agenda item is a review of the investment report for the second quarter of 2025.

• Investment Report for 2nd Quarter of 2025 presented by Patrick Adams and Warner Moore

The OPEB Board approved the minutes from the April 1, 2025 regular meeting with a unanimous vote. The motion to adjourn the July 1, 2025 meeting was also approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Public Works & Transportation

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will vote to adopt the county's FY2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program. It will also confirm two resurfacing contracts totaling $890,521.67 and appropriate over $1.07 million for right‑of‑way acquisitions on Laraway and Francis Roads. Several speed‑zone changes along Division Street and Plainfield‑Naperville Road will be authorized.

• Adopt FY2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program
• Confirm contract to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. for $691,544.10 road resurfacing on River Road (CH 44) and Prairie Creek Bridge area
• Confirm contract to Iroquois Paving Corporation for $198,977.57 resurfacing on Washington Road District
• Appropriate $1,024,100 for right‑of‑way acquisition for Laraway Road improvements (CH 74)
• Authorize altered speed zones 700, 701, and 615 on Division Street and Plainfield‑Naperville Road

The Public Works & Transportation Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting. The FY2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program was discussed extensively, but no vote or formal decision on its adoption was recorded.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

WC Public Works & Transportation Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will adopt the FY2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program and consider several new business items. Items include confirming contracts for resurfacing projects on River Road, Washington Road, and other routes, appropriating funds for right‑of‑way acquisition on Laraway Road and Francis Road, and authorizing altered speed zones on Division Street and Plainfield‑Naperville Road. The meeting also includes a discussion of the Mills Road‑Cherry Hill Road study public meeting.

• Adopt FY2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program
• Confirm award of $691,544.10 contract to Austin Tyler Construction for River Road resurfacing
• Confirm award of $198,977.57 contract to Iroquois Paving for Washington Road resurfacing
• Appropriate $1,024,100 for right‑of‑way acquisition on Laraway Road (CH 74)
• Authorize altered speed zones 700, 701, and 615 on Division Street and Plainfield‑Naperville Road

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved the minutes of its June 3, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other actions were formally adopted; discussion continued on the FY2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program without a recorded vote.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Capital Improvements & IT

The Capital Improvements & IT Committee will hear a facilities update from Bill Fern and an information‑technology update from Jason Donisch. No specific actions or votes are listed; the agenda consists of informational reports and routine items.

• Facilities update presentation (Bill Fern)
• Information‑technology update presentation (Jason Donisch)

The Capital Improvements & IT Committee approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other motions were voted on. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational updates on courthouse repairs, the Veterans Assistance Commission project, the new HR payroll system, D365 reporting, multi‑factor authentication, wireless upgrades, and the transition to Granicus OneMeeting.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

WC Capital Improvements & IT Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will meet to receive updates on facilities and information and communication technology (ICT). The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and status reports.

• Facilities update from Bill Fern
• ICT update from Jason Donisch

The Capital Improvements & IT Committee approved the minutes from its June 3, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other actions, approvals, or denials were recorded during the July 1 session.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will review old business items including a financial summary for the RNG facility, a proposed ordinance to issue up to $200,845,000 in general‑obligation alternate revenue bonds, and the May corporate fund budget versus actuals. In new business, the committee will consider multiple appropriations such as transferring budget funds, grant allocations for the coroner, elected‑official stipend payments, one‑time grant funds, tax‑sale certificate assignments, surplus vehicle and equipment disposals, a land‑use department payment from the Joliet Enterprise Zone, and IHDA grant funds. The meeting also includes standard procedural items, public comment, and an executive session.

• Ordinance to issue up to $200,845,000 in general‑obligation alternate revenue bonds for refinancing series 2015, 2016, and 2020 bonds
• Appropriating grant funds in the Coroner's Budget
• Appropriating stipend payments for elected officials
• Assignment of Tax Sale Certificates
• Declaring vehicles as surplus and authorizing disposal

The committee approved the June 3 finance meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It moved forward an ordinance to issue up to $200,845,000 in general obligation alternate revenue bonds to the Will County Executive Committee. Several budget appropriations and the assignment of tax‑sale certificates were also moved forward or approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 12:44 PM.

• Approved June 3 finance minutes (4‑0)
• Moved forward $200,845,000 bond ordinance to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved forward transferring appropriations within county budgets (unanimous)
• Moved forward appropriating grant funds in the Coroner's budget (unanimous)
• Approved assignment of tax sale certificates (unanimous)
• Moved forward declaring vehicles as surplus and authorizing disposal (unanimous)
• Moved forward declaring various equipment surplus and authorizing disposal (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

WC Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Finance Committee will discuss the issuance of bonds for refunding and purchasing outstanding debt. The body will also review budget appropriations for grants, elected official stipends, and the Coroner's budget. Other items include the disposal of surplus vehicles and equipment.

• General Obligation Alternate Revenue Bonds not to exceed $200,845,000
• Appropriating Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) Grant Funds
• Appropriating Grant Funds in the Coroner's Budget
• Declaring vehicles and various equipment as surplus for disposal
• Land Use Departmental Budget appropriation of a payment by the Joliet Enterprise Zone

The committee approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It moved forward an ordinance authorizing up to $200,845,000 in general obligation alternate revenue bonds to the Will County Executive Committee. Several budget appropriations, a grant fund allocation, and a tax‑sale‑certificate assignment were also moved forward or approved unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 12:44 PM.

• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Advanced $200,845,000 bond ordinance to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Assignment of Tax Sale Certificates (unanimous)
• Moved forward Transferring Appropriations within Various County Budgets to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved forward Appropriating Grant Funds in the Coroner's Budget to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved forward Appropriating Stipend Payments for Elected Officials to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved forward Declaring Vehicles as Surplus & Authorizing Disposal to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Legislative Committee

The committee will meet to review tracked bills from ISACo and receive legislative updates regarding federal and state agendas. The meeting includes standard procedural items and a scheduled executive session.

• ISACo Tracked Bills report
• Federal Legislative Update/Agenda
• State Legislative Update

The Legislative Committee approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. Later, the committee unanimously approved a motion to adjourn the July 1 meeting at 1:14 PM. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn at 1:14 PM (unanimous)

WC Legislative Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will meet to discuss legislative reports and updates. The agenda includes reviews of tracked bills from ISACo and updates on state and federal legislative agendas.

• ISACo Tracked Bills report
• Federal Legislative Update/Agenda
• State Legislative Update

The Legislative Committee approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No substantive policy actions or votes were taken during the session. The committee then moved to adjourn the meeting, which was also approved unanimously.

• Approved June 3 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider six zoning cases, including map amendments and special use permits for properties in Monee, Frankfort, Lockport, Romeoville, Wilmington, and Crete.

• ZC-25-031: Variance for reduced side yard setback and lot frontage in Monee
• ZC-25-046: Map amendment from A-1 to E-2 in Frankfort
• ZC-25-048: Special Use Permit for liquor service in Lockport
• ZC-25-052: Map amendment from A-1 to I-3 in Romeoville
• ZC-25-050: Special Use Permit for a commercial solar facility in Crete

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 public hearing by a 6‑0 vote. It then unanimously approved a variance reducing the minimum side‑yard setback from 20 ft to 10 ft (ZC‑25‑031, V‑25‑055) with a 6‑0 vote. It also unanimously approved a variance reducing the minimum lot frontage from 300 ft to 165 ft (ZC‑25‑031, V‑25‑106) with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved side‑yard setback variance (20 ft to 10 ft) (6-0)
• Approved lot frontage variance (300 ft to 165 ft) (6-0)

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee will approve minutes from the May 22 meeting and consider awarding funds for 2025 projects. The meeting is scheduled for June 26, 2025, at 10:00 AM in the County Board Committee Room.

• Approval of May 22, 2025, meeting minutes
• Awarding funds for 2025 Projects Approved Funds Tier 1
• Awarding funds for 2025 Projects to be Awarded Funds Tier 2
• Next meeting scheduled for July 24, 2025

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee approved the May 22, 2025 meeting minutes with a 9‑to‑0 vote. Members discussed Tier 1 projects already funded at $109,567.50 and considered allocating $25,000 to Tier 2 projects, but no vote was taken. They also talked about requesting a $500,000 increase to the county stormwater budget, without a formal decision.

• Approved May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (9‑0)

Will County Board - Regular Meeting

The Will County Board will vote on several contracts, including a $835,620.09 agreement with Gallagher Asphalt for resurfacing Elevator Road between U.S. Route 52 and U.S. Route 52. The board will also consider a $262,232.64 contract with D Construction for Troy Road resurfacing and accept a $140,143.90 donation in lieu of improvements from a proposed development along Laraway Road. A public hearing will address multiple land‑use cases, such as a map amendment for 3307 W Indiana Ave in Beecher and special‑use permits for agritourism and truck terminal projects.

• Approve $835,620.09 contract to Gallagher Asphalt for Elevator Road resurfacing (U.S. Route 52 to U.S. Route 52) – District 2
• Approve $262,232.64 contract to D Construction for Troy Road resurfacing – District 7
• Accept $140,143.90 donation in lieu of improvements from proposed development along Laraway Rd (C.H. 74)
• Public hearing on map amendment from E‑1 to A‑1 for 3307 W Indiana Ave, Beecher – District 2
• Consider special‑use permits for agritourism events, ancillary liquor service, rural retreat, and truck terminal at 2229 Maple Road, Joliet – District 6

The Will County Board approved several land‑use actions, all by unanimous vote. The board approved an open and a closed public hearing for land‑use cases, a map amendment for 3307 W Indiana Ave, and three special‑use permits (rural events, ancillary liquor service, and rural retreat) for LG Ranch LLC at 2229 Maple Road, Joliet. All approvals were recorded as unanimous with two members absent.

• Approved certificate of publication (unanimous, 20‑0)
• Approved May 15, 2025 board minutes (unanimous, 20‑0)
• Approved open public hearing for all land‑use cases (unanimous, 20‑0)
• Approved close public hearing for all land‑use cases (unanimous, 20‑0)
• Approved map amendment for 3307 W Indiana Ave, Beecher (unanimous, 20‑0)
• Approved special‑use permit for rural events at 2229 Maple Road (unanimous, 20‑0)
• Approved special‑use permit for ancillary liquor service at 2229 Maple Road (unanimous, 20‑0)
• Approved special‑use permit for rural retreat at 2229 Maple Road (unanimous, 20‑0)

Republican Caucus

The Will County Republican Caucus will meet on June 17, 2025 to review and discuss items on the County Board agenda, including land use, finance, public works, public health, legislative matters, capital improvements, landfill, executive issues, and forest preserve topics. No specific actions or decisions are listed in the agenda.

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

The Republican Caucus approved several land‑use items, including a map amendment for District #2, the solar project ZC‑25‑26, and the truck‑terminal project ZC‑25‑25. All were passed with majority support; the solar project and truck‑terminal each received a single dissenting vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved map amendment for District #2 (all present members voted yes)
• Approved solar project ZC‑25‑26 (one member voted no, others yes)
• Approved truck‑terminal project ZC‑25‑25 (one member voted no, others yes)
• Approved Item #5 (no objections recorded)
• Approved bar Ace & Vine (no opposition noted)
• Discussed bidding ordinance but no vote taken

WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Democratic Caucus will hold a special meeting on June 17, 2025. The meeting will include routine items such as a pledge of allegiance, roll call, and approval of minutes from the May 14 meeting. Old business items include updates from U.C.C.I, NACo, and I.S.A.C.O presented by Sherry Williams. New business consists of a discussion of the County Board agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the May 14, 2025 special meeting
• Updates on U.C.C.I, NACo, and I.S.A.C.O (presented by Sherry Williams)
• Discussion of the County Board agenda

The caucus approved the May 14 meeting minutes by an 8‑to‑0 vote. Several land‑use cases (ZC‑25‑019, ZC‑25‑021, ZC‑25‑026, ZC‑25‑025, ZC‑25‑032, ZC‑25‑012) were reported as passed. Speaker VanDuyne stated he will not place the Quarry Mining special‑use permit rescind motion on the July County Board agenda.

• Approved May 14 minutes (8‑0)
• Approved map amendment ZC‑25‑019 (passed)
• Approved ZC‑25‑021 pending health department approval (passed)
• Approved truck terminal case ZC‑25‑026 (passed)
• Approved truck terminal case ZC‑25‑025 (passed)
• Approved bar permit ZC‑25‑032 (unanimously passed)
• Approved special permit for bar/video gaming ZC‑25‑012 (passed)
• Speaker VanDuyne will not place Quarry Mining rescind motion on July agenda

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Republican Caucus held a special meeting to review and discuss items on the County Board agenda. The agenda includes discussion of land use and development, finance, public works and transportation, public health and safety, legislative matters, capital improvements and IT, landfill, executive, and forest preserve issues. No specific actions or decisions are listed beyond routine approvals.

• Approval of minutes from the May 13, 2025 special meeting
• Discussion of County Board agenda topics: Land Use & Development, Finance, Public Works & Transportation, Public Health & Safety, Legislative, Capital Improvements & IT, Landfill, Executive, Forest Preserve

The caucus voted to adopt a land‑use map amendment and to allow larger accessory dwelling units. It also approved a solar project (ZC‑25‑26) and a truck‑terminal project (ZC‑25‑25) despite a few dissenting votes, and designated St. Paul’s United Church a historic landmark.

• Map amendment approved (unanimous yes)
• Accessory dwelling unit rule change approved (allows up to 49% of property size)
• Solar project ZC‑25‑26 approved (one member voted no, others yes)
• Truck‑terminal project ZC‑25‑25 approved (two members voted no, others yes)
• St. Paul’s United Church of Christ designated a historic landmark
• Extension of property use for 180 days approved
• Mulch‑It site approved as clean and compliant
• Battery‑storage component removed from solar project, approved

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will review several zoning cases, including map amendments and special use permits for commercial solar energy projects. Applicants include John Perivoliotis and partners for sites at 14910 & 14750 S Archer Ave, Lockport, and other developers for projects on W Baltz Rd and County Line Road in Joliet. The commission will also consider related variances for ground‑cover height and mowing requirements.

• ZC‑25‑027: Special Use Permit for a commercial solar facility at 14910 & 14750 S Archer Ave, Lockport (Lockport Township, County Board District 9)
• ZC‑25‑028: Special Use Permit and variances (ground‑cover height, mowing) for a solar project at 26347 W Baltz Rd, Joliet (Troy Township, District 1)
• ZC‑25‑041: Special Use Permit for a 23.8‑acre solar facility and mowing/ground‑cover variances at vacant County Line Road, Joliet (Troy Township, District 1)
• ZC‑25‑043: Special Use Permit for a 33.55‑acre solar facility and related variances at vacant County Line Road, Joliet (Troy Township, District 1)
• ZC‑25‑051: Map amendment request changing zoning from E‑1 to E‑2 for vacant property on S Kankakee St, Manhattan (Manhattan Township, District 2)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. It also approved the map amendment for case ZC‑25‑051, changing the property on S Kankakee St from E‑1 to E‑2, also by a 6‑0 vote. Staff recommended approval of a special‑use permit for a commercial solar facility, but no vote outcome was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved May 20, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Approved map amendment from E‑1 to E‑2 for ZC‑25‑051 (6‑0)

WC Executive Committee - Board Agenda Setting Meeting

The Will County Executive Committee will consider authorizing a contract to acquire real‑property parcels on Governor’s Highway in the Hellman’s Subdivision of Monee. The board will also discuss renewing several existing contracts, appointing officials to county boards, and amending multiple sections of the county code.

• Authorize approval of contract to acquire parcels along Governor’s Highway in Hellman’s Subdivision, Village of Monee
• Renew Will County One Stop Operator Agreement
• Renew two contracts with Joliet Junior College for workforce development programs
• Ordinance amendments to the Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone and related intergovernmental agreement
• Designate Staff Open Meetings Act and Freedom of Information Act officers for the Will County Board

The Will County Executive Committee approved several items by unanimous vote, including designating Open Meetings Act and FOIA officers, moving forward contracts for the One Stop Operator and Joliet Junior College workforce programs, and advancing multiple ordinance amendments related to the Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone and county personnel regulations. All motions were recorded as "Moved Forward" or "Approved as Amended" and will be sent to the Will County Board for final action.

• Designated Staff Open Meetings Act and FOIA Officers (moved forward, unanimous)
• Ordinance amending Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone (moved forward, unanimous)
• Amendment to Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone Intergovernmental Agreement (moved forward, unanimous)
• Authorized renewal of the Will County One Stop Operator Agreement (moved forward, unanimous)
• Authorized renewal of Joliet Junior College Workforce Development for WIOA Youth program (moved forward, unanimous)
• Authorized renewal of Joliet Junior College Workforce Development for Work Readiness program (moved forward, unanimous)
• Ordinance amending County Code Title III Chapter 34: Agencies, Boards and Commissions (moved forward, unanimous)
• Ordinance amending County Code Title III Chapter 36: Personnel Regulations (approved as amended, unanimous)

Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Forest Preserve District Board will consider several contracts, including a $1,284,180 award to TERRA Engineering for work on the Veterans Memorial Trail between 159th and 127th/135th Streets. It will also vote on Ordinance No. 686 for 2025‑2026 forest preserve license agreements and adopt a budget planning timetable for 2025. Additional items include smaller contracts for access‑control systems, bench replacements, and a garage addition.

• Approval of Ordinance No. 686 authorizing 2025‑2026 residential and non‑residential forest preserve license agreements
• Award of $152,364.89 contract to Current Technologies Corp. for professional access‑control and video surveillance at seven facilities
• Award of $1,284,180.00 contract to TERRA Engineering for Veterans Memorial Trail engineering (159th St to 127th/135th St)
• Award of $58,450.00 contract to Misfits Construction Co. for bench replacements at Kankakee Sands Preserve, Sand Ridge Savanna Nature Preserve, and Rock Run Rookery
• Approval of Ordinance No. 687 and Public Utility License No. 25‑15 to Village of New Lenox for a 36‑inch ductile‑iron force main under Old Plank Road Trail

The board unanimously approved Ordinance No. 686 for forest preserve license agreements and the 2025‑2026 budget planning timetable. It also approved several contracts, including a $1,284,180 award to TERRA Engineering for the Veterans Memorial Trail and a $152,364.89 award to Current Technologies for access‑control and video surveillance. The $58,450 bench‑replacement contract was approved by a 12‑to‑8 vote, while a motion to table the bench program was defeated 5‑to‑14. Additional actions included a unanimous fire‑alarm drill approval and a 13‑to‑7 vote to call the question.

• Approved Ordinance No. 686 authorizing 2025‑2026 forest preserve license agreements (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 budget planning and adoption timetable (unanimous)
• Awarded $1,284,180 contract to TERRA Engineering for Veterans Memorial Trail engineering (unanimous)
• Awarded $152,364.89 contract to Current Technologies for access‑control and video surveillance (unanimous)
• Approved $58,450 bench‑replacement contract for Kankakee Sands, Sand Ridge Savanna, and Rock Run Rookery (12‑to‑8)
• Motion to table bench replacement program defeated (5‑to‑14)
• Approved fire‑alarm drill (unanimous)
• Motion to call the question approved (13‑to‑7)

Executive Committee

The Will County Executive Committee will discuss and vote on several items, including authorizing a contract to acquire parcels of real property along Governor’s Highway in the Hellman’s Subdivision of the Village of Monee. The committee will also consider renewals of contracts with Joliet Junior College for workforce‑development programs, designate Staff Open Meetings Act and FOIA officers, and vote on multiple ordinance amendments to the county code. These actions are part of the committee’s regular agenda‑setting meeting.

• Authorize approval of the contract to acquire parcels along Governor’s Highway in Hellman’s Subdivision, Village of Monee (Jeff Ronaldson)
• Designate Staff Open Meetings Act and Freedom of Information Act officers for the Will County Board (Joe VanDuyne)
• Amend the Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone ordinance (Mike Mahoney)
• Renew the Will County One Stop Operator Agreement (Caroline Portlock)
• Renew contracts with Joliet Junior College for Workforce Development – WIOA Youth Occupational Training and Work Readiness programs (Caroline Portlock)

The committee approved the May 8 board agenda minutes and amended the agenda to place the Community Mental Health update first. It moved forward several contracts, ordinances and enterprise‑zone items to the Will County Board, including the One‑Stop Operator Agreement renewal. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Amended agenda to move Community Mental Health update to top – approved unanimously
• Approved May 8 board agenda minutes – approved unanimously
• Authorized contract for parcels along Governor’s Highway in Monee – moved forward unanimously
• Authorized renewal of the Will County One‑Stop Operator Agreement – moved forward unanimously
• Authorized renewal of Joliet Junior College workforce‑development contracts – moved forward unanimously
• Designated Staff Open Meetings Act and FOIA officers (added Jacqueline Rogers) – moved forward unanimously
• Amended Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone ordinance – moved forward unanimously
• Amended County Code chapters on agencies, nursing home, personnel regulations and public records – approved/amended unanimously

WC Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee - Special Meeting

The Will County Ad‑Hoc Ordinance Review Committee will meet on June 10, 2025 to examine proposed changes to several county ordinances. The agenda lists a review of Chapter 37 – Courts – which was updated on June 5, 2025, as well as Chapters 39, 40, 41, 42, and 43. The committee will study each change, its justification, and potential impact, and will prepare recommendations for the Executive Committee. Standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, public comment, and an executive session are also scheduled.

• Review of Chapter 37 – Courts (updated June 5, 2025)
• Review of Chapters 39, 40, 41, 42, and 43
• Preparation of recommendations for the Executive Committee
• Public comment period
• Executive session

The Ad‑Hoc Ordinance Review Committee approved the meeting minutes as amended by a unanimous vote. The committee then approved Chapter 37 of the County Code of Ordinances as amended, also unanimously. The approved Chapter 37 will be forwarded to the Executive Committee for the July meeting.

• Approved minutes as amended (unanimous vote)
• Approved Chapter 37 as amended (unanimous vote)
• Forwarded approved Chapter 37 to Executive Committee for July meeting

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee - Regular Meeting

The Operations Committee will consider several new contracts, including a $1,284,180 award to TERRA Engineering for engineering work on the Veterans Memorial Trail between 159th Street and 127th/135th Street. It will also approve ordinances authorizing utility work for the Village of New Lenox and Natural Gas Pipeline of America, LLC, and grant permission to bid for trail pavement rehabilitation and asphalt seal coating. The meeting includes an executive session on collective bargaining, land acquisition, litigation, and personnel matters.

• Award $152,364.89 contract to Current Technologies Corp. for access control and video surveillance at seven facilities
• Award $1,284,180.00 contract to TERRA Engineering for Veterans Memorial Trail engineering
• Award $58,450.00 contract to Misfits Construction for bench replacements at Kankakee Sands Preserve, Sand Ridge Savanna Nature Preserve, and Rock Run Rookery
• Approve Ordinance No. 687 and Public Utility License No. 25‑15 for Village of New Lenox force main installation
• Approve Ordinance No. 688 authorizing Public Utility Licenses 25‑16, 25‑17, 25‑18 for Natural Gas Pipeline of America

The Operations Committee approved six contracts, two utility ordinances, and two bidding permissions, each passing with an 8‑to‑0 vote. The largest contract was a $1,284,180 award to TERRA Engineering for the Veterans Memorial Trail. All items were forwarded to the Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners.

• Approved $152,364.89 contract to Current Technologies Corporation for access control and video surveillance (8-0)
• Approved $1,284,180.00 contract to TERRA Engineering for Veterans Memorial Trail engineering (8-0)
• Approved $58,450.00 contract to Misfits Construction Company for bench replacements at three preserves (8-0)
• Approved $199,866.00 contract to FBi Buildings for Operations and Law Enforcement Facility substation garage addition (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 687 and Public Utility License No. 25‑15 to Village of New Lenox for 36‑inch force main installation (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 688 and Public Utility Licenses Nos. 25‑16, 25‑17, 25‑18 to Natural Gas Pipeline of America for gas pipeline maintenance (8-0)
• Approved permission to bid Old Plank Road Trail pavement rehabilitation (8-0)
• Approved permission to bid annual asphalt crack seal and seal coating (8-0)

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Forest Preserve District Finance Committee will consider approving Ordinance No. 686, which authorizes the 2025‑2026 residential and non‑residential forest preserve license agreements. The committee will also review and approve the budget planning and adoption timetable for 2025. After public comments, the meeting will enter an executive session to discuss collective bargaining, land acquisition, pending litigation, personnel matters, and review of executive session minutes.

• Approval of Ordinance No. 686 authorizing the 2025‑2026 residential and non‑residential forest preserve license agreements
• Review and approval of budget planning and adoption timetable for 2025
• Schedule of Bills amounting to $1,305,110.53
• Executive session topics: collective bargaining, land acquisition, pending or imminent litigation, personnel, review of executive session minutes

The committee approved Ordinance No. 686 authorizing the 2025‑2026 residential and non‑residential forest preserve license agreements by a 7‑to‑0 vote. It also approved the budget planning and adoption timetable for 2025 and the May schedule of bills, each by 7‑to‑0, while a proposal to raise certain non‑residential license fees was defeated 3‑to‑4. All other motions, including the appointment of a ProTem chair and adjournment, passed unanimously.

• Approved Commissioner VanDuyne as ProTem Chair (7‑0)
• Approved May Schedule of Bills – $1,305,110.53 (7‑0)
• Approved minutes of May 1, 2025 meeting (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 686 for 2025‑2026 license agreements (7‑0)
• Defeated amendment to increase certain non‑residential license fees by 50% (3‑4)
• Approved budget planning and adoption timetable for 2025 (7‑0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (7‑0)

Public Health and Safety Committee

The Public Health and Safety Committee will meet to review a presentation on 2024 ADF revenue and budget expenses. The meeting also includes informational reports on substance use initiatives and the Sunny Hill Nursing Home.

• Presentation on 2024 ADF Revenue and Budget Expenses
• Monthly Substance Use Initiatives Update
• Sunny Hill Nursing Home Report
• Presentation on HIV and STI

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the minutes from its May 1, 2025 meeting with a 5‑to‑0 vote. It also approved the Boh meeting minutes dated April 16, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved May 1, 2025 Public Health & Safety Committee minutes (5‑0)
• Approved Boh meeting minutes dated 4/16/25 (no vote recorded)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

WC Public Health & Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Public Health & Safety Committee will review 2024 ADF revenue and expenses, receive updates on substance use initiatives, and review a report on Sunny Hill Nursing Home. The meeting is scheduled for June 5, 2025.

• Presentation on 2024 ADF Revenue and Budget Expenses
• Monthly Substance Use Initiatives Update
• Sunny Hill Nursing Home Report
• Presentation on HIV and STI
• Approved Boh Meeting Minutes 4.16.25

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the May 1, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑to‑0 vote. It also approved the April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded). The committee then adjourned unanimously at 11:12 AM.

• Approved May 1, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved April 16, 2025 minutes (vote not recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Land Use & Development Committee will review several zoning ordinance amendments, map changes, and special use permits. It will also vote on two appeals that overturn prior Planning and Zoning Commission decisions for properties on State Line Road in Crete and Dell Park Avenue in Lockport. Additional items include extensions of existing zoning cases, historic landmark designations, and updates on solar projects and the land resource management plan.

• Ordinance amendment for Terry Barton’s map change from E‑1 to A‑1 at 3307 W Indiana Ave, Beecher (ZC‑25‑019)
• Special use permits and variance for LG Ranch, LLC at 2229 Maple Road, Joliet (ZC‑25‑021)
• Overturning Planning and Zoning Commission decision for 24948 State Line Road, Crete (Appeal #APCD‑25‑001)
• Overturning Planning and Zoning Commission decision for 328 Dell Park Avenue, Lockport (Appeal #APCD‑25‑003)
• Historic landmark designation for Boniface Catholic Church at 5304 W Main Street, Monee

The committee approved a map amendment (ZC-25-019) changing zoning from E‑1 to A‑1 with a 6‑0 vote. It also approved a special use permit for rural events (S‑25‑009) with seven conditions, an ancillary liquor service permit (S‑25‑010) with three conditions, and a rural retreat permit (S‑25‑018) with five conditions, each by a 6‑0 vote. The meeting minutes were also approved unanimously.

• Approved map amendment ZC-25-019 (E‑1 to A‑1) (6‑0)
• Approved special use permit for rural events (S‑25‑009) with seven conditions (6‑0)
• Approved ancillary liquor service permit (S‑25‑010) with three conditions (6‑0)
• Approved rural retreat permit (S‑25‑018) with five conditions (6‑0)
• Approved meeting minutes (6‑0)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the designation of two historical landmarks in Monee Township. The body will also receive an update on the City of Joliet Historic Context Study.

• Landmark plaque presentation: First Presbyterian Church in Wilmington
• Historic landmark review: St. Boniface Catholic Church, 5304 W Main Street, Monee
• Historic landmark review: St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 5323 W. Margaret Street, Monee
• Update on City of Joliet Historic Context Study

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously withdrew the St. Boniface Catholic Church nomination. It opened, then closed, a public hearing for St. Paul's United Church of Christ and recommended the County Board approve its landmark nomination. All votes were 8‑0.

• Withdraw St. Boniface Catholic Church nomination (8-0)
• Open public hearing for St. Paul's UCC nomination (8-0)
• Close public hearing for St. Paul's UCC nomination (8-0)
• Recommend County Board approve St. Paul's UCC landmark nomination (8-0)
• Approve agenda (8-0)
• Approve March 5, 2025 minutes with changes (8-0)
• Adjourn meeting at 7:16 PM (8-0)

Landfill

The Will County Landfill Committee will hold its regular meeting on June 4, 2025. After routine items such as approval of minutes, the committee will conduct a facility tour of the Prairie View Landfill with Martin Fallen of Geo‑Logic Associates. No other decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Facility tour of Prairie View Landfill (June 4, 2025) with Martin Fallen, Geo‑Logic Associates
• Approval of minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting

The committee could not approve the April 8, 2025 Landfill Committee minutes because a quorum was not present; the minutes will be moved to the next meeting for approval. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously at 10:54 AM.

• Did not approve April 8, 2025 minutes – no quorum
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous) – AYES: Hickey, Brooks Jr., Bullock

WC Landfill Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Landfill Committee will hold a regular meeting and a facility tour on June 4, 2025. The agenda includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and a report from Martin Fallen of Geo-Logic Associates regarding the Prairie View Landfill.

• Approval of April 8, 2025 minutes
• Facility tour and committee meeting
• Report from Geo-Logic Associates
• Public comment period
• Executive session

The committee did not approve the April 8, 2025 meeting minutes because a quorum was not present, and the minutes will be reconsidered at the next meeting. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• April 8, 2025 minutes not approved (no quorum)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

WC Public Works & Transportation Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will discuss adopting a multi-year transportation plan and awarding several road resurfacing contracts. The body is also reviewing professional service agreements and the establishment of two altered speed zones.

• Adoption of the FY2026-2031 Transportation Improvement Program
• Contract award to Gallagher Asphalt Corporation for $835,620.09 for Elevator Road resurfacing
• Contract award to "D" Construction, Inc. for $262,232.64 for Troy Road District resurfacing
• Acceptance of a $140,143.90 donation for improvements along Laraway Rd
• Establishment of Altered Speed Zones 698 (Offner Road) and 699 (Scheer Road)

The Will County Public Works & Transportation Committee approved the FY2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program, adding the phrase “estimated totals” to the document. A motion to include a preamble stating the plan could be changed at any time was defeated. The amended plan was moved forward to the County Executive Committee. The meeting also approved the May 6, 2025 minutes.

• Approved May 6, 2025 committee minutes (6-0)
• Motion to add preamble that plan is not definite and can be changed at any time – defeated (3-4)
• Motion to accept the Transportation Plan with the addition of the word “estimated totals” – passed (6-1)
• Motion to adopt FY2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program as amended with “estimated totals” – passed (6-1)

Public Works & Transportation Committee

The Will County Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider several items at its June 3, 2025 meeting. Primary actions include adopting the FY2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program and approving contracts and professional‑service agreements for road resurfacing, asphalt work, and grade‑separation projects. The committee will also accept a $140,143.90 donation for Laraway Road improvements, establish an altered speed zone on Offner Road, and authorize a condemnation case for Francis Road improvements.

• Adopt Will County FY2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program
• Accept donation of $140,143.90 for Laraway Rd (CH 74) improvements
• Confirm $835,620.09 contract to Gallagher Asphalt for Elevator Rd resurfacing (U.S. Route 52 segment)
• Authorize professional services agreement with TranSystems for Lorenzo Rd (CH 80) grade‑separation
• Approve altered speed zone 698 along Offner Rd in Green Garden Township

The committee approved the FY2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program, adding the phrase “estimated totals.” A motion to add a preamble stating the plan could be changed at any time was defeated 3‑4. The amended plan was adopted with a 6‑1 vote.

• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (6‑0)
• Motion to add preamble that plan is not definite defeated (3‑4)
• Motion to accept the Transportation Plan with “estimated totals” passed (6‑1)
• Motion to adopt the FY2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Program as amended passed (6‑1)

Capital Improvements & IT Committee 6/3 Parallel

The Capital Improvements & IT Committee will approve the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes and receive an updated facilities report. No new business or decisions requiring votes are listed. The meeting will also include standard items such as public comment and announcements.

• Approval of minutes from the May 6, 2025 committee meeting
• Facilities update (attachment updated, presented by Bill Fern)

The Capital Improvements & IT Committee approved the minutes from its May 6, 2025 meeting with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 10:18 PM with a unanimous approval of the motion to adjourn. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

WC Capital Improvements & IT Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Capital Improvements & IT Committee will meet on June 3, 2025 to approve the minutes from its May 6, 2025 meeting, receive a facilities update, and address other old business items. No new business or specific decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting
• Facilities update (attachment) presented by Bill Fern
• Discussion of other old business items

The Capital Improvements & IT Committee approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting by a 6‑to‑0 vote. The committee then approved a motion to adjourn the June 3 meeting unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Will County Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes, review county grants, and consider transferring appropriations within various county budgets. The agenda includes a presentation on the River Valley Detention Center and the disposal of surplus vehicles.

• Approval of May 6, 2025 Finance Committee minutes
• Presentation on River Valley Detention Center
• Transferring Appropriations within Various County Budgets
• Declaring Vehicles as Surplus & Authorizing Disposal
• Appropriating Grant Funds in the Health Department Budget

The Finance Committee approved its May 6, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5‑to‑0 vote. The committee unanimously moved the River Valley Detention Center presentation forward to the County Executive Committee for further action. Several budget‑related items were also unanimously moved forward to the Executive Committee, and the meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved May 6, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (5‑0)
• Moved River Valley Detention Center recommendation forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved transferring appropriations within various county budgets forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved appropriating funds in the Coroner's Budget forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved declaring vehicles as surplus & authorizing disposal forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved transfer of funds – CHC forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved appropriating grant funds in the Health Department Budget forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

WC Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Finance Committee will review updates on county grants and a presentation on the River Valley Detention Center. New business includes transferring appropriations across county budgets, allocating funds to the Coroner's and Health Department budgets, and declaring certain vehicles surplus for disposal. The committee will also discuss a fund transfer for CHC. All items are scheduled for discussion at the regular meeting on June 3, 2025.

• County Grants Update (Samantha Marcum)
• River Valley Detention Center Presentation (Shannon D. McCormick)
• Transferring Appropriations within Various County Budgets (ReShawn Howard)
• Appropriating Funds in the Coroner's Budget (ReShawn Howard)
• Declaring Vehicles as Surplus & Authorizing Disposal (Kevin Lynn)

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the May 6 meeting by a 5‑to‑0 vote. The committee unanimously moved the River Valley Detention Center presentation forward to the Will County Executive Committee, with a follow‑up meeting scheduled for June 12, 2025. Several other items, including appropriations and fund transfers, were also moved forward unanimously. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 11:45 AM.

• Approved May 6 minutes (5‑to‑0)
• Moved River Valley Detention Center recommendation forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved transferring appropriations within county budgets forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved appropriating funds in the Coroner's budget forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved declaring vehicles as surplus and authorizing disposal forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved transfer of funds – CHC forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved appropriating grant funds in the Health Department budget forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Legislative Committee Meeting

The Legislative Committee will review federal and state legislative updates and hold a discussion on the upcoming legislative session. No specific actions, votes, or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• ISACo Tracked Bills (Destinee Ortiz)
• Federal Legislative Update/Agenda (Smith Garson)
• State Legislative Update (Mac Strategies)
• Discussion: Legislative Session (Destinee Ortiz)

The committee reviewed federal reconciliation bill impacts on Medicaid and SNAP, and received updates on state legislation affecting Will County. Members discussed the transit fiscal cliff, FEMA Flood Mitigation Assistance program, and raised concerns about recent letters to legislators. No motions were adopted, voted on, or otherwise decided during the meeting.

WC Legislative Committee - Regular Meeting

The Legislative Committee will review federal and state legislative updates and hold a discussion on the upcoming legislative session. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• ISACo Tracked Bills (Destinee Ortiz)
• Federal Legislative Update/Agenda – Attachment Added (Smith Garson)
• State Legislative Update (Mac Strategies)
• Discussion: Legislative Session (Destinee Ortiz)

The Legislative Committee approved the minutes from its May 6, 2025 meeting. Members received updates on federal legislation, including the Reconciliation Bill and related Medicaid and SNAP changes, and on state bills affecting Will County. The committee discussed concerns about recent letters to legislators and Open Meetings Act compliance, but no further actions were taken.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (vote not recorded)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an amendment to the county’s accessory dwelling unit provisions in the zoning ordinance. The meeting will also review several notice‑of‑variance requests for property owners in New Lenox, Manhattan, Wilmington, and other townships, as well as special‑use and temporary‑use permit applications. All items will be discussed during the public hearing portion of the June 3, 2025 session.

• Notice of variance (Case ZC‑25‑039) for Thomas Bennett at 230 Forest View Drive, New Lenox (changes to accessory building area and multiple setbacks)
• Notice of variance (Case ZC‑25‑045) for Daniel and Tiana Shanahan at 16143 W Kathryn Ave, Manhattan (accessory building area and street yard setback)
• Ordinance amending zoning for a special‑use permit for a bar at 19816 S Harlem Avenue, Frankfort (Noble Ctr Lincoln IL, LLC)
• Temporary use permit (TUP‑25‑004) for Piepenbrink Living Trust to place a 40‑foot container at 1032 W Frank Street, Crete
• Amendment to Sections 155‑10.10 of the zoning ordinance concerning accessory dwelling units (Item 25‑154)

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved all five variances requested by Dave Walden for the property at 28303 Cedar Lane in Wilmington Township. Votes were 6‑0 with five commissioners voting yes and two absent. The approvals modify side yard, street yard, rear yard, lot frontage, and lot area requirements under the county zoning ordinance.

• Approved variance V-25-084: side yard setback reduced to 9.03 ft (5‑0) – Dave Walden
• Approved variance V-25-085: street yard setback reduced to 56 ft (5‑0) – Dave Walden
• Approved variance V-25-086: rear yard setback reduced to 17 ft (5‑0) – Dave Walden
• Approved variance V-25-087: lot frontage reduced to 0 ft (5‑0) – Dave Walden
• Approved variance V-25-088: lot area reduced to 13,285.03 sq ft (5‑0) – Dave Walden
• Approved variance V-25-064: max accessory building area increased to 2,600 sq ft (5‑0) – Thomas Bennett
• Approved variance V-25-073: street setback reduced to 12 ft (unanimous) – Thomas Bennett
• Approved variance V-25-074: rear setback reduced to 33 ft (5‑0) – Thomas Bennett

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee will review the 2025 Project Program Allocation of Funds, which covers 17 projects. The committee will discuss how the county’s stormwater budget will be distributed among these projects. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment.

• 2025 Project Program Allocation of Funds – funding for 17 stormwater projects

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee approved the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting by a 13‑0 vote. No other actions were formally voted on; the remaining agenda items were discussed and earmarked for further review or tier classification.

• Approved April 24, 2025 meeting minutes (13-0 unanimous)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several variance requests and ordinance amendments. Items include variances for accessory building areas and setbacks at properties in Plainfield, Wilmington, and New Lenox, as well as map amendments and special‑use permits for sites in Beecher, Joliet, and Monee. The commission will vote on each request during the May 20, 2025 meeting.

• Variance (V‑25‑038, V‑25‑041, V‑25‑043) for Julio Ortega at 17342 S Delia Ave, Plainfield – increase accessory building area to 2,794 sq ft and reduce setbacks
• Variance (V‑25‑054) for Mikel Godsey at 34200 S Rivals Rd, Wilmington – increase accessory building area to 3,700 sq ft
• Variance (V‑25‑057) for Clarke Christiansen at 321 E 4th Ave, New Lenox – increase accessory building area to 2,908 sq ft
• Ordinance (M‑25‑002) map amendment for Terry Barton at 3307 W Indiana Ave, Beecher
• Ordinance (S‑25‑009, S‑25‑010, S‑25‑018, V‑25‑037) special‑use permits and variance for LG Ranch, LLC at 2229 Maple Rd, Joliet

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the April 15 and May 6 public hearings unanimously. It then unanimously approved six variance requests: three for 17342 S Delia Ave (accessory building area, street yard setback, rear yard setback), one for 34200 S Rivals Rd, one for 321 E 4Th Ave, and one for 146 Terry Ellen Lane.

• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved variance (V-25-038) for max accessory building area 1,500→2,794 sq ft at 17342 S Delia Ave (4-0)
• Approved variance (V-25-041) for street yard setback 30 ft→14 ft at 17342 S Delia Ave (4-0)
• Approved variance (V-25-043) for rear yard setback 5 ft→3 ft at 17342 S Delia Ave (4-0)
• Approved variance (V-25-054) for max accessory building area 1,800→3,700 sq ft at 34200 S Rivals Rd (4-0)
• Approved variance (V-25-057) for max accessory building area 1,500→2,908 sq ft at 321 E 4Th Ave (4-0)
• Approved variance (V-25-062) for max accessory building area 1,500→1,764 sq ft at 146 Terry Ellen Lane (4-0)

Will County Board - Recessed Meeting

The Will County Board recessed meeting will consider several land‑use permits, approve major road‑work contracts, and adopt finance committee items. Land‑use decisions include approvals and denials of special‑use permits and variances for projects such as a dynamic digital display, farm animal keeping, and packaged liquor sales. The Public Works & Transportation Committee will vote on contracts totaling over $1 million for resurfacing projects on Marley Road and Homer Road. Finance and executive committee consent items will also be placed on the record.

• Approve $646,199.71 contract to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. for resurfacing Marley Road (U.S. Route 6 to Wolf Road) in County Board District 4
• Approve $362,235.35 contract to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. for resurfacing Homer Road District (163rd Street from John Lane Crossing to Cedar Road) in Districts 4 and 5
• Approve Special Use Permit for a Dynamic Digital Display with two setbacks variances at 21750 W. Route 113, Custer Park, Custer Township (District 1)
• Deny Special Use Permit and related variances for keeping a farm animal (horse) at 24948 S State Line Road, Crete, IL (District 3)
• Approve Special Use Permit for Packaged Liquor Sales at 14747 W 159th Street, Homer Glen, IL with three conditions (District 4)

The board unanimously approved a special use permit and related variances for a dynamic digital display at 21750 W Route 113 in Custer Township. It also unanimously approved a special use permit for packaged liquor sales at 14747 W 159th St in Homer Glen, with both the Planning Zoning Commission (5‑0) and Land Use Development Committee (7‑0) recommending approval with conditions. The board postponed consideration of the farm‑animal and accessory‑building case (ZC‑25‑002) to the June 18, 2025 meeting. Additionally, the board approved both opening and closing public hearings for all land‑use cases unanimously.

• Approved special use permit and three variances for dynamic digital display at 21750 W. Route 113 (PZC 5‑0, LUDC 7‑0, unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for packaged liquor sales at 14747 W. 159th St (PZC 5‑0, LUDC 7‑0, unanimous)
• Postponed farm animal and accessory building case ZC‑25‑002 to 6/18/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved opening public hearing for land‑use cases (unanimous)
• Approved closing public hearing for land‑use cases (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Will County Board Committee of the Whole will hold its regular meeting on May 14, 2025. The agenda consists mainly of standard procedural items and a presentation by the State’s Attorney’s Office on land use cases and a Freedom of Information Act request. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by State's Attorney's Office: Land Use Cases, FOIA

The Committee of the Whole approved a motion allowing County Board members to join the meeting virtually, with a 12‑0 vote. The board clarified that virtual participants may not vote because the meeting is informational only. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also approved unanimously.

• Approved virtual participation for members (12-0)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

WC Committee of the Whole - Informational Meeting

The Will County Board Committee of the Whole will convene for an informational meeting to review agenda items and receive a presentation from the State's Attorney's Office regarding land use cases and Freedom of Information Act requests.

• Presentation by State's Attorney's Office on land use cases and FOIA
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Public comment on agenda items
• Public comment on matters under county jurisdiction
• Executive session

The Committee of the Whole approved a motion to allow County Board members to join the meeting virtually, with a vote of 12‑0. Because the meeting was designated informational, no voting on other agenda items took place. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved virtual participation for County Board members (12-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Board Democratic Caucus is holding a special meeting to discuss agenda item requests and the County Board agenda. The group will also review old business regarding U.C.C.I, NACo, and I.S.A.C.O.

• Discussion of U.C.C.I
• Discussion of NACo
• Discussion of I.S.A.C.O
• Review of Agenda Item Requests
• Discussion of County Board Agenda

The Will County Democratic Caucus approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 special meeting with an 8‑to‑0 vote. No formal votes were taken on the new business items discussed. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Board Republican Caucus is holding a special meeting to discuss the County Board agenda. The discussion covers multiple committees including Finance, Public Works & Transportation, and Land Use & Development.

• 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 approved the prior meeting minutes unanimously. It voted unanimously against the solar farm in New Lenox (item 4) and against a special‑use permit for farm animals (item 2) on the County Board agenda. Members approved raising the University of Illinois grant from $50,000 to $75,000, increasing the election judges stipend from $200 to $220, and pulling Public Works item 1 off the consent agenda.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted unanimously against solar farm in New Lenox (item 4)
• Voted unanimously against special‑use permit for farm animals (item 2)
• Approved raising University of Illinois grant to $75,000
• Approved increasing election judges stipend to $220
• Agreed to pull Public Works item 1 off the consent agenda

WC Landfill Committee - Regular Meeting - Cancelled

The regular meeting scheduled for May 13, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate items.

WC Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee - Special Meeting

The Will County Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee will meet to study and evaluate proposed changes to county ordinances, focusing on Chapters 34 through 43. The committee will prepare recommendations to the Executive Committee regarding these changes.

• Review of proposed changes to Chapters 34-43
• Approval of minutes from April 8, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period scheduled
• Executive session to follow
• Next meeting scheduled for June 10, 2025

The committee approved the April 8, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. It then unanimously moved Chapters 34, 35, and 38, as amended, to the Will County Executive Committee for further action. The board also approved removing the phrase “personal computer” to broaden the language to include other electronic devices.

• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (5‑0 vote)
• Moved Chapter 34 (as amended) to Executive Committee (unanimous 6‑0)
• Moved Chapter 35 (as amended) to Executive Committee (unanimous 6‑0)
• Moved Chapter 38 to Executive Committee (unanimous 6‑0)
• Approved amendment removing “personal computer” wording to include phones, iPads, etc. (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold an informational meeting about Sunny Hill Nursing Home. The agenda includes approval of minutes from two prior informational meetings, a presentation and tour, and opportunities for public comment. No decisions or votes are listed beyond routine approvals.

• Sunny Hill Nursing Home informational meeting at 9:30 AM
• Approval of minutes from Oct 29 2024 and Dec 10 2024 informational meetings
• Public comment limited to agenda items
• Presentation and tour of the nursing home facility

The Committee of the Whole met for an informational session and toured Sunny Hill Nursing Home. No substantive actions or votes on policy were taken. The meeting was formally adjourned with a unanimous motion.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous approval)

WC Committee of the Whole - Informational Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting for an informational session regarding Sunny Hill Nursing Home. The agenda includes a presentation and tour.

• Presentation and tour regarding Sunny Hill Nursing Home

The Will County Committee of the Whole held an informational meeting featuring a presentation and tour of Sunny Hill Nursing Home. No policy, budget, or zoning actions were taken. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously

Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Forest Preserve District Board will vote on Ordinance No. 677 that sets the 2025/26 land use fees. It will also award a $40,000 contract to GeoTech, Inc. for ALTA survey services on parcels PLUM1A1‑A7, and a $34,293.44 contract to Shorewood Home and Auto for a 2025 Polaris Ranger. Additional items include approval of Ordinance No. 678 and a utility license for a storm sewer in the Village of Manhattan, and a resolution amending a license with the City of Joliet for two 99‑year areas. Executive session topics such as collective bargaining and land acquisition will be reviewed.

• Approval of Ordinance No. 677 establishing 2025/26 land use fees
• Award of $40,000 contract to GeoTech, Inc. for ALTA survey services on parcels PLUM1A1‑A7
• Award of $34,293.44 contract to Shorewood Home and Auto (Crete, IL) for one 2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 Northstar
• Approval of Ordinance No. 678 and Public Utility License No. 25‑11 to Village of Manhattan for a 12‑inch storm sewer under Wauponsee Glacial Trail
• Approval of Resolution No. 25‑09 amending License No. 19‑18 with City of Joliet for two 99‑year license areas

The Forest Preserve District Board unanimously approved Ordinance No. 677 establishing the 2025‑26 land‑use fees. It also approved a $40,000 ALTA survey contract with GeoTech, Inc., a $34,293.44 purchase of a Polaris Ranger from Shorewood Home and Auto, and Ordinance No. 678 with a public‑utility license for a storm‑sewer project in the Village of Manhattan. The $1,328,320.73 schedule of bills for April and a resolution amending a Joliet utility license were likewise approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance No. 677 establishing 2025/26 land‑use fees (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 contract to GeoTech, Inc. for ALTA survey services (unanimous)
• Approved $34,293.44 contract to Shorewood Home and Auto for a Polaris Ranger (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 678 and Public Utility License No. 25‑11 for Village of Manhattan storm‑sewer (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑09 authorizing amendments to License No. 19‑18 with City of Joliet (unanimous)
• Approved Schedule of Bills for April totaling $1,328,320.73 (unanimous)
• Approved Executive Session minutes (20‑0)

WC Executive Committee - Board Agenda Setting Meeting

The Executive Committee is meeting to determine the agenda for the May 15 County Board meeting. The body will discuss land use public hearings, purchasing code amendments, and several intergovernmental agreements.

• Discussion on eliminating public hearings for land use cases at the County Board
• Ordinance amending Chapter 41 (Purchasing Code) to establish location preferences for public works projects
• Resolution supporting the dissolution of the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of Shorewood for Countywide Radio System access
• Designating Midland Federal Savings & Loan as a County Depository

The Executive Committee moved several items forward to the Will County Board, including a resolution to acquire a remaining flood‑plain property in Shorewood. It also approved a resolution to dissolve the Southeast Joliet Sanitary District and transfer its assets. Additional actions approved were an ordinance to give local preference in public‑works contracts and the designation of a new county depository. All decisions were approved by the recorded vote tallies.

• Approved minutes of the April 10, 2025 meeting (10‑0)
• Moved forward review of Updated Chapters §10 and §30 (10‑1)
• Approved resolution to acquire Shorewood flood‑plain property (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 41 purchasing code (10‑1)
• Approved resolution to dissolve Southeast Joliet Sanitary District (10‑0)
• Approved designation of Midland Federal Savings & Loan as county depository (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Village of Shorewood for radio system access (unanimous)
• Approved appointment for Manhattan Fire Protection District (10‑0)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The regular meeting of the Will County Historic Preservation Commission on May 7, 2025 was cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place, and the next meeting is set for June 4, 2025.

WC Public Works & Transportation Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Public Works & Transportation Committee will vote on several contract awards and service agreements, including two road resurfacing contracts and a pavement‑management system update. It will also consider a $25,000 appropriation for design work on a grade‑separation railroad crossing on Gougar Road. An intergovernmental agreement with the City of Joliet for traffic‑signal maintenance and energy will be authorized. Old‑business presentations on the county’s long‑range transportation plan and Vision Zero initiative will be discussed.

• Confirm award of contract to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. ($646,199.71) for Marley Road resurfacing from U.S. Route 6 to Wolf Road, County Board District #4
• Confirm award of contract to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. ($362,235.35) for Homer Road District resurfacing 163rd Street from John Lane Crossing to Cedar Road, Districts #4 and #5
• Authorize professional services agreement with Applied Research Associates, Inc. for the Will County Pavement Management System Update (all districts)
• Appropriate $25,000 for review and approval of design and engineering for grade‑separation railroad crossing improvements on Gougar Road (CH 52) over the CN Railroad, District #2
• Authorize intergovernmental agreement with the City of Joliet for maintenance and energy of traffic signals at Renwick Road (CH 36) and Old Renwick Trail, Districts #7 and #9

The Public Works & Transportation Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the April 1 meeting. It moved forward a Vision Zero proclamation, allowing the county to seek federal safety funds. The committee also confirmed awards for two road resurfacing contracts and approved professional services for a pavement management system update, all with unanimous votes.

• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved forward Vision Zero proclamation (unanimous)
• Confirmed award of contract to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. for Marley Road resurfacing ($646,199.71) (unanimous)
• Confirmed award of contract to Austin Tyler Construction, Inc. for Homer Road resurfacing ($362,235.35) (unanimous)
• Authorized professional services agreement for Pavement Management System update with Applied Research Associates, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized intergovernmental agreement for traffic signal maintenance at Renwick Road and Old Renwick Trail (unanimous)

WC Capital Improvements & IT Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Capital Improvements & IT Committee will consider authorizing a contract to acquire real property along Governor's Highway in Monee. The meeting agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and a facilities update.

• Authorize contract for property acquisition along Governor's Highway in Monee
• Approval of April 1, 2025 committee minutes
• Facilities update presentation
• Meeting amended to remove item #2 from New Business

The Capital Improvements & IT Committee met on May 6, 2025. The members approved the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting by a 5‑to‑0 vote. No other actions were formally adopted during the session.

• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

WC Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Finance Committee will discuss several new business items, including a resolution for an opioid grant, a fund commitment for the University of Illinois Cooperative Extension, and an appropriation for the Sheriff's budget. The meeting also includes a presentation on the River Valley Detention Center and a proposal to increase compensation for election judges starting in the 2026 primary. Old business items cover a financial summary of the RNG facility and reports on sales and cannabis taxes.

• Opioid Grant Request: Stepping Stones – resolution and attachment
• Commitment of funds for the University of Illinois Cooperative Extension
• Appropriation of funds in the Sheriff's budget
• River Valley Detention Center presentation
• Increase in compensation for election judges beginning with the 2026 primary

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the April 1 and April 16 meetings unanimously. It moved forward a $250,000 opioid settlement grant to Stepping Stones and amended the University of Illinois Extension funding to $75,000, both unanimously. The committee also approved an appropriation for sheriff‑budget drone equipment by a 6‑to‑1 vote and endorsed a resolution to raise election judges’ daily pay to $220, unanimously.

• Approved April 1, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 16, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Moved forward $250,000 Opioid Grant to Stepping Stones (unanimous)
• Amended University of Illinois Extension funding to $75,000 (unanimous)
• Appropriated sheriff‑budget funds for drone equipment (6 to 1)
• Approved election judges’ pay increase to $220 per day (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

WC Legislative Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review updates on federal and state legislation. Members will discuss adding new concepts to the state legislative agenda.

• ISACo Tracked Bills report
• Federal Legislative Update
• State Legislative Update
• Discussion on adding concepts to the State Legislative Agenda

The Legislative Committee voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting. Later, the committee unanimously approved a motion to adjourn at 2:33 PM. No other actions were voted on.

• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn at 2:33 PM (unanimous)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will consider five items: two variance requests for lot size and setbacks in Monee and Joliet, a map amendment for a property in Beecher, a special use permit for a truck terminal on Haven Avenue in New Lenox, and a special use permit for a bar on Lincoln Highway in Frankfort. Decisions will be made during the public hearing portion of the meeting.

• Variance to reduce minimum lot area from 10 acres to 5 acres and side‑yard setback from 50 ft to 36 ft at 8130 W. Bruns Road, Monee (Case ZC‑25‑029)
• Variance to reduce street‑yard setbacks and lot area for a vacant property on Zarley Boulevard, Joliet (Case ZC‑25‑036)
• Map amendment changing zoning from E‑1 to A‑1 for 3307 W. Indiana Ave, Beecher (Case ZC‑25‑019)
• Special use permit for a truck terminal at 16720 Haven Avenue, New Lenox (Case ZC‑25‑025)
• Special use permit for a bar at 7905 W. Lincoln Highway, Frankfort (Case ZC‑25‑032)

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission approved four variances for a property at 8130 W. Bruns Road, three street‑yard and lot‑area variances for a property on Chicago Street and Zarley Boulevard, and a special‑use permit for a truck terminal at 16720 Haven Avenue, all by 4‑0 votes. The commission also tabled a map amendment for 3307 W. Indiana Ave until May 20 2050. All actions were taken with a quorum present and no objections recorded.

• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes, 4‑0
• Approved variance V‑25‑044 (lot area 10 acres → 5 acres) for 8130 W. Bruns Rd, 4‑0
• Approved variance V‑25‑045 (side‑yard setback 50 ft → 36 ft) for 8130 W. Bruns Rd, 4‑0
• Approved variance V‑25‑059 (street‑yard setback Chicago St 80 ft → 30 ft) for Roberto Vargas property, 4‑0
• Approved variance V‑25‑060 (street‑yard setback Zarley Blvd 80 ft → 50 ft) for same property, 4‑0
• Approved variance V‑25‑061 (lot area 20,000 sf → 14,500 sf) for same property, 4‑0
• Tabled map amendment from E‑1 to A‑1 for 3307 W Indiana Ave until May 20 2050, 4‑0
• Approved special‑use permit for truck terminal at 16720 Haven Ave with three conditions, 4‑0

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee - Regular Meeting

The Forest Preserve District Operations Committee is meeting to review contracts for equipment and utility licenses. The body will discuss infrastructure crossings and land license amendments.

• Contract of $34,293.44 to Shorewood Home and Auto for one 2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 Northstar
• Ordinance No. 678 and Public Utility License No. 25-11 for a 12-inch storm sewer under the Wauponsee Glacial Trail
• Resolution No. 25-09 to amend License No. 19-18 with the City of Joliet for two license areas
• Permission to bid for the 2025 Bench Replacement Program at Kankakee Sands and Rock Run Rookery
• Permission to advertise for a full-time Facility Office Manager

The Operations Committee approved the April 3 minutes (11‑0). It awarded a $34,293.44 contract to Shorewood Home and Auto for a Polaris Ranger. The committee also approved a storm‑sewer ordinance, a license amendment resolution, permission to bid a bench replacement program, and to advertise for a full‑time facility office manager. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April 3 minutes (11‑0)
• Approved $34,293.44 contract to Shorewood Home and Auto (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 678 & Public Utility License No. 25‑11 for Manhattan storm sewer (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑09 amending License No. 19‑18 with City of Joliet (unanimous)
• Approved permission to bid 2025 Bench Replacement Program (unanimous)
• Approved permission to advertise for full‑time Facility Office Manager (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The Finance Committee will consider awarding a $40,000 contract for ALTA survey services and establishing new 2025/26 land use fees. The meeting will also include a review of bills totaling $1,328,320.73 and a scheduled executive session.

• Award of Contract to GeoTech, Inc. for $40,000 for ALTA Survey Services
• Approval of Ordinance No. 677 establishing 2025/26 Land Use Fees
• Schedule of Bills totaling $1,328,320.73
• Permission to bid six (6) Farm Licenses
• Executive Session for collective bargaining and land acquisition

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting. It also approved a $40,000 contract with GeoTech, Inc. for an ALTA survey of parcels PLUM1A1‑A7, and adopted Ordinance No. 677 establishing the 2025‑26 land‑use fees. Finally, the committee gave unanimous permission to bid six farm licenses.

• Approved minutes of April 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 GeoTech, Inc. ALTA survey contract (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 677 establishing 2025‑26 land‑use fees (unanimous)
• Approved permission to bid six farm licenses (unanimous)

Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund - Regular Meeting

The board will approve the minutes from its February 6, 2025 meeting. It will review the quarterly schedule of bills and hear the quarterly operating and investment reports. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session.

• Approval of minutes from February 6, 2025
• Quarterly Schedule of Bills
• Quarterly Operating Statement
• Quarterly Investment Report
• Public comment period

The board approved the February 6, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved the quarterly schedule of bills unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved February 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved quarterly schedule of bills (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

WC Public Health & Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Public Health & Safety Committee will discuss appropriating funds in the Health Department budget. It will also review a proposed admission policy for non‑Will County residents at Sunny Hill Nursing Home. Informational reports on Sunny Hill, a monthly health update, and substance‑use initiatives will be presented.

• Appropriating funds in the Health Department budget
• Sunny Hill Nursing Home admission policy for non‑Will County residents
• Sunny Hill Nursing Home informational report
• Monthly health department update for May 2025
• Monthly substance‑use initiatives update

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the April 3 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. Two items—funding for the Health Department budget and the Sunny Hill Nursing Home admission policy—were not discussed but were moved forward to the Will County Board with a 5‑0 vote. The committee also approved the Boh meeting minutes and unanimously adjourned the meeting.

• Approved April 3, 2025 committee minutes (5‑0)
• Moved forward Health Department budget appropriation to the Board (5‑0)
• Moved forward Sunny Hill Nursing Home admission policy to the Board (5‑0)
• Approved Boh meeting minutes 3.19.25 (vote not recorded)
• Motion to adjourn approved unanimously

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Land Use & Development Committee will consider several ordinance amendments that grant special use permits and variances for commercial solar energy projects on parcels ranging from 34 to 74.99 acres. The agenda also includes permits for a dynamic digital display, a farm animal keep, and packaged liquor sales. Additional items are a status report on solar projects, updates to the Land Resource Management Plan, and a discussion of accessory dwelling units.

• Special Use Permit and variances for a 74.99‑acre solar facility at vacant property on S Gougar Rd, New Lenox (PIN 15‑08‑20‑100‑013‑0000)
• Special Use Permit and variances for a 34‑acre solar facility at vacant property on Wilmington‑Peotone Road, Wilmington (PIN 09‑18‑30‑100‑006‑0000)
• Special Use Permit for a dynamic digital display with setback variances at 21750 W. Route 113, Custer Park (PIN 01‑24‑13‑401‑012‑0000)
• Special Use Permit for keeping a horse and related variances at 24948 S State Line Road, Crete (PIN 23‑16‑17‑102‑018‑0000 etc.)
• Special Use Permit for packaged liquor sales at 14747 W 159Th Street, Homer Glen (PIN 16‑05‑21‑201‑001‑0000)

The committee approved the April 3 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. It then unanimously approved a special use permit (ZC‑24‑123) for a dynamic digital display sign with a 7‑0 vote. The proposed special use permit for farm animals (ZC‑25‑002) was discussed, but no vote outcome was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved April 3 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Dynamic Digital Display special use permit (7-0 unanimous)
• No vote recorded on farm animal special use permit; staff recommended denial

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee will approve the minutes from its March 27, 2025 meeting. It will then consider the submitted 2025 projects and funding allocations. Additional items include officer and subcommittee reports, public comment, and announcements.

• Approval of minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting
• Review of submitted 2025 stormwater projects and funding allocations
• Report from officers and subcommittees
• Public comment period
• Announcements and committee comments

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee approved the minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting with a vote of 9‑0. No funding or project decisions were made; members discussed allocating money but took no formal action. The committee then voted 11‑0 to adjourn the meeting at 10:12 a.m.

• Approved March 27, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (11-0)

Will County Board - Recessed Meeting

The Will County Board will consider contracts for LED traffic signal modules, guardrail maintenance, and wetland banking credits. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning permits for truck terminals and solar energy facilities.

• Contract award: H & H Electric Co. ($290,068.88) for LED signal modules
• Contract award: P.T. Ferro Construction, Co. ($372,195.80) for Channahon Road resurfacing
• Contract award: V3 Wetland Restoration, LLC ($4,324,550.00) for wetland banking credits
• Public hearing: Special Use Permit for a Truck Terminal at 22645 Cherry Hill Road
• Public hearing: Special Use Permit for a Commercial Solar Energy Facility at 5949 W Eagle Lake Road

The Will County Board voted 13‑9 to approve a special use permit and related variances for a 35.07‑acre commercial solar energy facility in Green Garden Township. The board also approved a truck‑terminal permit with conditions, a 19.28‑acre solar permit after a tie‑break, and several unanimous finance items.

• Approved special use permit and variances for 35.07‑acre solar facility – 13‑9 vote
• Approved special use permit for truck terminal with four conditions – 6‑0 vote
• Approved special use permit and variances for 19.28‑acre solar facility with conditions – 12‑11 after tie break
• Approved extension of special use permit for Wildflower Farm (11332 W. Dralle Rd) – unanimous
• Approved transfer of Health Department funds for temporary contracted staff – unanimous
• Approved appropriation of grant funds for suicide prevention – unanimous
• Approved closure of public hearing for all land‑use cases – unanimous
• Approved motion to place certificate of publication on file – unanimous

WC Finance Committee - Special Meeting

The Will County Finance Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss priorities for the FY2026 budget. Committee members will review anticipated future needs, changes, and challenges for several county departments, including the Sheriff’s Department, 12th District Court, and Health Department. No specific budget allocations or actions are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of FY2026 budget priorities for county agencies (e.g., Sheriff’s Department, 12th District Court, Health Department)

The Will County Finance Committee met on April 16, 2025 and heard budget requests from the Sheriff’s Department, Jail, courts, health department, probation office, nursing home, and County Clerk. No approvals, denials, or other substantive actions were recorded. The only formal action was a motion to recess, which passed unanimously.

• Motion to recess approved (unanimous)

WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Board Democratic Caucus will meet to discuss the County Board agenda and the Committee of the Whole. The group will also review old business regarding U.C.C.I, NACo, I.S.A.C.O, and opioid funds.

• Discussion of County Board Agenda
• Review of opioid funds
• Committee of the Whole discussion
• U.C.C.I, NACo, and I.S.A.C.O old business

The caucus approved the March 19 meeting minutes with a 6‑to‑0 vote. It approved a solar energy facility (ZC‑24‑102) by a 5‑to‑1 vote and approved a truck terminal (ZC‑24‑081) after Land Use review. Budget transfers and a contingency fund for a Medicaid/Medicare consultant were passed, and the group decided the raffle‑license waiver vote does not need to be held.

• Approved March 19, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved solar energy facility ZC‑24‑102 (5-1)
• Approved truck terminal ZC‑24‑081 (Land Use approval)
• Approved budget transfers and contingency funds for Medicaid/Medicare consultant (unanimous)
• Set opioid grant funding limit to $250,000 per agency per year
• Decided raffle‑license waiver vote does not have to occur
• Approved pending $90,000 deposit for opioid fund replenishment
• Approved consent agenda items for Public Works & Transportation (unanimous)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider several zoning cases, including special use permits for commercial solar energy and a truck terminal. The body will also review various variance requests for residential setbacks and a temporary use permit for rodeo events.

• Special Use Permit for a truck terminal at 16720 Haven Avenue, Joliet
• Special Use Permit for a 74.99-acre commercial solar energy facility on S Gougar Rd, New Lenox
• Special Use Permit for a 34-acre commercial solar energy facility on Wilmington-Peotone Road, Wilmington
• Temporary Use Permit for public rodeo events at 13745 Bruns Road, Manhattan
• Setback variances for 328 Dell Park Ave and 302 Hughes in Lockport

The Planning and Zoning Commission denied the side‑yard setback variance (V‑25‑039) by a 3‑2 vote. It approved the street‑setback variance (V‑25‑040) 5‑0 and the west‑side yard setback variance (V‑25‑058) 5‑0. The special‑use permit for a truck terminal (S‑25‑012) was postponed (tabled) 5‑0.

• Denied side‑yard setback variance (V‑25‑039) 3‑2
• Approved street‑setback variance (V‑25‑040) 5‑0
• Approved west‑side yard setback variance (V‑25‑058) 5‑0
• Postponed special‑use permit for truck terminal (S‑25‑012) 5‑0

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Board Republican Caucus will hold a special meeting to discuss the County Board agenda. Topics for discussion include finance, public works, public health, and land use. 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 Will County Republican Caucus approved the minutes of the Jan. 14, Feb. 18 and Mar. 18, 2025 special meetings by unanimous vote. No other actions or votes were recorded during the April 15, 2025 session.

• Approved Jan. 14, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Feb. 18, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Mar. 18, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)

Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners will review land acquisitions and intergovernmental agreements for trail improvements. The board is also considering several vehicle and service contracts.

• Acquisition of parcels PLUM1A1 through A7 in the Plum Creek Watershed
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of Romeoville for acquisition of Parcel NDPXD1
• Schedule of bills totaling $1,252,765.86
• Contracts for two vehicles from Currie Motors Commercial Center totaling $83,457.00
• Janitorial services contract with Eco Clean Maintenance, Inc. for $62,700.00

The board approved Resolution No. 25‑06 authorizing the acquisition of several parcels in the Plum Creek Watershed. It also approved Intergovernmental Agreement No. 25‑08 with the Village of Romeoville and Intergovernmental Agreement No. 25‑01 for the DuPage River Trail – Weber Road Improvements Project. Three vehicle purchase contracts and a janitorial‑services contract were awarded, and Lisa Lukasevich was appointed as the retiree representative on the district’s health‑insurance trust.

• Approved Resolution No. 25‑06 acquiring Plum Creek parcels (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement No. 25‑08 with Romeoville (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement No. 25‑01 for DuPage River Trail improvements (unanimous)
• Awarded $39,119 contract to Currie Motors for 2025 Ford Explorer (unanimous)
• Awarded $44,338 contract to Currie Motors for 2025 Ford F150 (unanimous)
• Awarded $62,700 contract to Eco Clean Maintenance for janitorial services (unanimous)
• Approved Schedule of Bills for March totaling $1,252,765.86 (unanimous)
• Appointed Lisa Lukasevich as retiree representative on the health‑insurance trust (unanimous)

WC Executive Committee - Board Agenda Setting Meeting

The committee is meeting to determine the upcoming County Board agenda. Discussions include potential debt service savings from bond refunding and pay raises for future elected officials and board members.

• Proposed pay raises for future Countywide Elected Officials and County Board Members
• Resolution to expand the Will County Mobility Management Program to Channahon, Manhattan, and Plainfield Townships
• Proposed amendments to Code of Ordinances Chapters 31, 32, and 33
• Resolution to name the former Will County Courthouse site as Courtside Plaza
• Intergovernmental Agreements with New Lenox, New Lenox Township, and Homer Glen for hazardous waste drop-off events

The County Board approved an intergovernmental agreement that adds Channahon, Manhattan and Plainfield townships to the existing Dial‑a‑Ride program. The Executive Committee moved forward discussion on future pay raises for elected officials and board members with a 10‑to‑1 vote, sending it to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The committee also advanced the juvenile detention facility options to the Finance Committee by unanimous vote. Additionally, the Board approved amendments to the Code of Ordinances and a resolution appropriating sponsorship funds, each passing unanimously.

• Approved IGA to expand Dial‑a‑Ride to Channahon, Manhattan, Plainfield (8‑1)
• Moved forward pay‑raise discussion to Planning and Zoning Commission (10‑1)
• Moved forward juvenile detention facility options to Finance Committee (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Code of Ordinances Chapters 31‑33 (9‑0)
• Approved amendment of resolution appropriating sponsorship funds in Workforce Services budget (9‑0)

WC Landfill Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Landfill Committee will meet to discuss the status of the Prairie View Landfill Expansion Project. Martin Fallon, P.G., is scheduled to provide an update on the project.

• Prairie View Landfill Expansion Project status update

The WC Landfill Committee approved the February 11, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn at 9:38 AM was also approved unanimously. No other actions or approvals were recorded during the session.

• Approved Feb 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

WC Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee - Special Meeting

The Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee is meeting to study and evaluate proposed changes to county ordinances. The committee reviews chapters to determine if changes are required by law and their impact on the county before making recommendations to the Executive Committee.

• Review of updated Chapters §10 and §30
• Review of Chapters §34, §35, §36, §37, §38, §39, §40, §41, §42, and §43

The Will County Ad‑Hoc Ordinance Review Committee approved the minutes of its February 11, 2025 meeting and its March 11, 2025 meeting. Both approvals were unanimous, with a 5‑to‑0 vote. No other actions were formally adopted during the April 8 session.

• Approved Feb 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved Mar 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)

WC Public Health & Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Health & Safety Committee will discuss an intergovernmental agreement between the Will County Sheriff’s Office and Joliet Township Government. The meeting also includes several informational reports on nursing home and substance use initiatives.

• Intergovernmental Agreement between Joliet Township Government and Will County Sheriff’s Office regarding transportation for health and social services
• Sunny Hill Nursing Home Report
• Monthly Substance Use Initiatives Update
• MAPP Collaborative Report

The committee unanimously approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It then voted unanimously to move the updated Intergovernmental Agreement with Joliet Township forward to the Will County Executive Committee. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 11:00 AM.

• Approved Mar 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous, 6‑0)
• Moved updated Joliet Township‑Sheriff’s Office IGA to Executive Committee (unanimous, 6‑0)
• Approved motion to adjourn at 11:00 AM (unanimous, 6‑0)

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Land Use & Development Committee will consider four ordinances amending the zoning ordinance to approve special use permits for a truck terminal in Joliet and three commercial solar energy facilities in Monee and Peotone. The committee will also review a zoning case for a bar/tavern in Joliet and discuss accessory dwelling units.

• Ordinance for truck terminal at 22645 Cherry Hill Road, Joliet
• Ordinance for commercial solar facility on LaGrange Road, Monee
• Ordinance for commercial solar facility at 5949 W Eagle Lake Road, Peotone
• Ordinance for bar/tavern at 1619 E. Cass Street, Joliet
• Discussion on accessory dwelling units

The Will County Land Use & Development Committee voted 6‑0 to approve Special Use Permit ZC‑24‑081 for a truck terminal at 22645 Cherry Hill Road, New Lenox Township, adding four conditions. The committee also unanimously approved the minutes from the January, February and March 2025 meetings (6‑0 each). No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved Jan 2, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Feb 6, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Mar 6, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit ZC-24-081 for truck terminal with four conditions (6-0)

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The commission is meeting to consider several variance requests and special use permits for properties in Lockport, Plainfield, Custer Park, Crete, and Homer Glen. The body will also hear two appeals regarding a landscape business application in Lemont.

• Special use permit for packaged liquor sales at 14747 W 159Th Street, Homer Glen
• Special use permit for a dynamic digital display and setbacks at 21750 W. Route 113, Custer Park
• Special use permit for keeping a horse and accessory building variance at 24948 S State Line Road, Crete
• Appeal of administrative decisions for a landscape and lawn maintenance business at 17438 W Bluff Road, Lemont
• Variances for street, rear, and side yard setbacks at 17525 High Rd Court, 908 Maryville Drive, and 21315 Silktree Cir

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a special use permit for a dynamic digital display, denying the setback variance for the sign face and approving the side‑yard setback variance. It also approved four separate variances for street, rear, side, and building setbacks, each by a 5‑0 vote. Minutes from the March 4 and March 18 meetings were unanimously approved.

• Approved variance for minimum street yard setback from 47 ft to 37 ft (ZC‑25‑011) – 5‑0
• Approved variance for rear yard setback from 5 ft to 2.4 ft (ZC‑24‑119) – 5‑0
• Approved variance for side yard setback from 5 ft to 3.4 ft (ZC‑24‑119) – 5‑0
• Approved variance for building setback from 25 ft to 21 ft (ZC‑25‑015) – 5‑0
• Denied variance for minimum sign‑face setback from 300 ft to 180 ft for digital display – 5‑0
• Approved variance for minimum side‑yard setback from 10 ft to 8.26 ft for digital display – 5‑0
• Approved minutes for the March 4, 2025 meeting – 5‑0
• Approved minutes for the March 18, 2025 meeting – 5‑0

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee - Regular Meeting

The Operations Committee will approve three contracts totaling $146,157 for two vehicles and janitorial services at multiple district facilities. It will also adopt Resolution No. 25-07, authorizing an intergovernmental agreement for the DuPage River Trail – Weber Road Improvements Project. The committee will grant permission to advertise for a Restoration Ecologist and discuss executive‑session topics such as collective bargaining, land acquisition, pending litigation, personnel matters, and review of executive‑session minutes.

• Award contract $39,119 to Currie Motors Commercial Center (Frankfort, IL) for one 2025 Ford Explorer 4WD via the State of Illinois Joint Purchasing Program
• Award contract $44,338 to Currie Motors Commercial Center (Frankfort, IL) for one 2025 Ford F150 4X4 via the State of Illinois Joint Purchasing Program
• Award contract $62,700 to Eco Clean Maintenance, Inc. (Elmhurst, IL) for janitorial services at Four Rivers Environmental Education Center, Hidden Oaks Nature Center/Hidden Lakes Bait Shop, Isle a La Cache Museum, Operations and Law Enforcement Facility, and Sugar Creek Administration Center
• Approve Resolution No. 25-07 authorizing Intergovernmental Agreement No. 25-01 for the DuPage River Trail – Weber Road Improvements Project
• Permission to advertise for a Restoration Ecologist

The Forest Preserve District Operations Committee approved five contracts, a resolution for a trail improvement agreement, and permission to advertise for a restoration ecologist. All items were approved by a 6‑to‑0 vote and will be forwarded to the Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners. No public comments were received.

• Approved $39,119 contract to Currie Motors for a 2025 Ford Explorer 4WD (6‑0)
• Approved $44,338 contract to Currie Motors for a 2025 Ford F150 4X4 (6‑0)
• Approved $62,700 contract to Eco Clean Maintenance for janitorial services at multiple facilities (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑07 authorizing Intergovernmental Agreement for DuPage River Trail – Weber Road Improvements (6‑0)
• Approved permission to advertise for a Restoration Ecologist position (6‑0)

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The Finance Committee will consider two resolutions authorizing land purchases: one for multiple parcels in the Plum Creek Watershed and another for a parcel through an intergovernmental agreement with the Village of Romeoville. The meeting also includes a review of the district's land acquisition policy and standard agenda items such as schedule of bills and minutes approval.

• Resolution No. 25‑06: authorize acquisition of parcels PLUM1A1, A2, A2.1, A2.2, A2.3, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7 in Plum Creek Watershed
• Resolution No. 25‑08: authorize Intergovernmental Agreement No. 25‑02 with Romeoville for acquisition of Parcel NDPXD1
• Schedule of Bills totaling $1,252,765.86
• Presentation on Forest Preserve District land acquisition policy and procedures
• Executive session items on collective bargaining, land acquisition, litigation, personnel, and session minutes

The committee approved the Schedule of Bills for March 2025 totaling $1,252,765.86. It also approved two resolutions: one authorizing acquisition of multiple parcels in the Plum Creek Watershed, and another authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with the Village of Romeoville for parcel NDPXD1. All approvals were unanimous with vote counts of 6‑0 or 7‑0 as recorded.

• Approved Schedule of Bills $1,252,765.86 (6-0)
• Approved March 6, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑06 to acquire Plum Creek parcels (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑08 intergovernmental agreement with Romeoville (7-0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The scheduled regular meeting of the Will County Historic Preservation Commission on April 2, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered. The next meeting is set for May 7, 2025.

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing- Moved to April 3, 2025

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the March 4 and March 18 meetings by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved six variance requests—street yard setback, rear and side yard setbacks, building setback, and two other setbacks—each with a 5‑0 unanimous vote. No objections or public comments were recorded for any of the cases. The special‑use permit for a dynamic digital display was discussed but no vote outcome was recorded.

• Approved March 4, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved variance ZC-25-011: street yard setback 47 ft → 37 ft (5-0)
• Approved variance ZC-24-119: rear yard setback 5 ft → 2.4 ft (5-0)
• Approved variance ZC-25-119: side yard setback 5 ft → 3.4 ft (5-0)
• Approved variance ZC-25-015: building setback 25 ft → 21 ft (5-0)

WC Legislative Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review updates on federal and state legislation and discuss amendments to the FY2025 legislative agendas. Members will also consider taking positions on various bills affecting the county.

• Discussion on amending Resolution #24-69 (FY2025 Federal Legislative Agenda)
• Discussion on amending Resolution #24-309 (FY2025 State Legislative Agenda)
• Support for HB3517 regarding DCEO-Joliet Historical Museum
• Support for SB1608 Cargo Transportation Act
• Support for HB1288 Restoring Voting Rights and Eligibility for Office Act

The committee approved the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It moved forward a resolution supporting Illinois House Bill 3098 and Senate Bill 2414 on electronic waste recycling by unanimous vote. A resolution to support Senate Bill 1608 Cargo Transportation Act failed with a 0‑to‑0 vote. The resolution supporting HB3517 for the Joliet Historical Museum was postponed unanimously.

• Approved March 4 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved forward support for HB3098 & SB2414 (unanimous)
• Support resolution for SB1608 failed (0‑0)
• Postponed HB3517 historical museum bill (unanimous)

WC Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Finance Committee will review potential debt service savings and pay raises for County Board members and elected officials. The body will also consider several fund appropriations for the Health Department and Workforce Services budgets.

• Pay raises for Countywide Elected Officials and County Board Members
• Current refunding of Series 2015 and Series 2016 and tender of Series 2020 Taxable Bonds
• Final 2024 Levy Numbers for FY 2025
• Use of contingency funds for a Medicaid/Medicare Consultant
• Discussion regarding Channahon Tax Abatement

The committee approved the March 4, 2025 minutes unanimously. It moved forward a bond‑refunding presentation, health‑department fund transfers, and grant appropriations for suicide prevention and respiratory surveillance to the Executive Committee. The final 2024 levy numbers for FY 2025 were moved forward with a 4‑0 vote. Additional items on workforce sponsorship funds and a Medicaid/Medicare consultant contingency were also moved forward.

• Approved March 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved bond‑refunding and tender presentation forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved health department temporary staff fund transfer forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved suicide‑prevention grant appropriation forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved respiratory‑surveillance grant appropriation forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved final 2024 levy numbers for FY 2025 forward to Executive Committee (4‑0)
• Moved workforce services sponsorship funds appropriation forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)
• Moved Medicaid/Medicare consultant contingency funds authorization forward to Executive Committee (unanimous)

WC Capital Improvements & IT Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will meet to discuss old business, specifically a facilities update. The remainder of the agenda consists of standard procedural items.

• Facilities Update presented by Bill Fern and Dave Tkac

The Capital Improvements & IT Committee approved the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 4‑to‑0 vote. No other motions were formally adopted, denied, or tabled during this session.

• Approved March 4, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

WC Public Works & Transportation Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider several contract awards and agreements, including a $4,324,550 purchase of wetland banking credits for highway improvements. It will also confirm contracts for LED signal replacements, guardrail maintenance, and road resurfacing projects. Additional items include a speed‑zone change on Renwick Road and the establishment of Vision Zero for the county. The meeting also discusses a public meeting on the Exchange Street at Burville Road intersection scheduled for April 30, 2025.

• Approve purchase of wetland banking site credits ($4,324,550) with V3 Wetland Restoration, LLC for highway projects
• Confirm award of contract to H & H Electric Co. ($290,068.88) for countywide LED signal modules replacement
• Confirm award of contract to Northern Contracting, Inc. ($299,968.50) for countywide guardrail maintenance
• Confirm award of contract to Iroquois Paving Corporation ($767,249.48) for County Line Road (CH 58) resurfacing
• Authorize altered speed zone 697 along Renwick Road (CH 36)

The Public Works & Transportation Committee approved the March 4 meeting minutes (4‑0). It unanimously accepted a $377,000 Romeo Road donation and moved forward several contract awards, including LED signal replacement, guardrail maintenance, and road resurfacing projects. The committee also approved a $4,324,550 purchase of wetland banking credits and a design‑engineering agreement with AECOM for traffic‑signal upgrades.

• Approved Mar 4 minutes (4‑0)
• Approved Romeo Road donation $377,000 (unanimous)
• Moved forward H & H Electric LED contract $290,068.88 (unanimous)
• Moved forward Northern Contracting guardrail contract $299,968.50 (unanimous)
• Moved forward Iroquois Paving County Line Road resurfacing $767,249.48 (unanimous)
• Moved forward P.T. Ferro Channahon Road resurfacing $372,195.80 (unanimous)
• Moved forward wetland banking credit purchase $4,324,550 (unanimous)
• Moved forward AECOM design‑engineering services agreement (unanimous)

OPEB - Regular Meeting

The Will County Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Committee will review the first quarter 2025 investment report and authorize the investment manager to make quarterly purchases. The meeting is scheduled for April 1, 2025, at 8:45 AM in Conference Room A.

• Review of 1st Quarter 2025 Investment Report
• Authorization for Investment Manager to make Quarterly Investment Purchases

The OPEB Committee approved the minutes from the Jan 14, 2025 meeting by a 5‑aye, 0‑nay vote. It then authorized a $1 million contribution to the OPEB fund to be made in April 2025, also by a 5‑aye, 0‑nay vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Jan 14, 2025 meeting minutes (5 aye, 0 nay)
• Authorized $1 million OPEB contribution for April 2025 (5 aye, 0 nay)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:10 a.m. (5 aye, 0 nay)

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Stormwater Management Planning Committee will approve minutes from its February 27 and January 23 meetings. It will then discuss funding allocations for 14 stormwater projects submitted for 2025, reviewing updated project documents. The meeting concludes with officer reports, announcements, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Approve minutes from Feb. 27, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from Jan. 23, 2025 meeting
• Consider funding allocations for 14 submitted 2025 stormwater projects
• Review updated project documents for the 14 2025 projects
• Announce next committee meeting date (April 24, 2025)

The Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee voted 13-0 to approve the minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting. It also voted 13-0 to approve the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting. No other actions were decided.

• Approved February 27, 2025 minutes (13-0 unanimous)
• Approved January 23, 2025 minutes (13-0 unanimous)

Will County Board - Recessed Meeting

The Board will review several land use ordinances, including solar energy facilities and a mining permit. The meeting also includes votes on transportation contracts, intergovernmental traffic signal agreements, and budget appropriations for health and animal services.

• Contract award to Gallagher Asphalt Corporation for $7,645,008.31 for Exchange Street (CH 49)
• Zoning case ZC-24-066 for a mining/quarrying special use permit at Essington Road and 127th Street
• Special use permits for commercial solar energy facilities in Manhattan and New Lenox Townships
• Contract award to SKC Construction, Inc. for $347,750.00 for countywide crack sealing
• Appropriation of $1,039,500.00 for Laraway Road (CH 74) right-of-way acquisition

The Board approved a resolution and certificate of authority allowing the County Engineer to enter an agreement with the State of Illinois to acquire rock salt and other materials; the motion to suspend the rule requiring emails to be read aloud was also approved. Both actions passed unanimously or with the recorded vote. The Board also approved the open and close public hearings for land‑use cases and placed the certificate of publication on file.

• Approved motion to suspend email‑reading rule (18‑2)
• Approved rock‑salt acquisition resolution (unanimous)
• Approved open public hearing for land‑use cases (unanimous)
• Approved close public hearing for land‑use cases (unanimous)
• Approved certificate of publication placement (19‑0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 20, 2025 meeting (19‑0)
• Confirmed all Feb 20, 2025 resolutions signed and returned
• Approved land‑use committee public hearing (unanimous)

WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Democratic Caucus will meet to review and discuss the upcoming County Board agenda. The meeting includes routine items such as a pledge of allegiance, roll call, and approval of prior minutes. Old business items listed are U.C.C.I, NACo, and I.S.A.C.O presented by Sherry Williams. No specific resolutions or contracts are on the agenda.

• U.C.C.I (presented by Sherry Williams)
• NACo (presented by Sherry Williams)
• I.S.A.C.O (presented by Sherry Williams)
• Discussion of County Board agenda

The Democratic Caucus approved the prior meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. The board unanimously approved the 25‑48 Request for Refund of Bond Funds. Members also unanimously authorized the use of contingency funds for the Heritage Corridor project.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 25-48 Request for Refund of Bond Funds (unanimous)
• Authorized use of contingency funds for Heritage Corridor (unanimous)

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting

The Republican Caucus will discuss the upcoming County Board agenda items. Topics include land use and development, finance, public works and transportation, public health and safety, legislative matters, capital improvements and IT, landfill operations, and executive issues. No decisions are listed; the meeting is for review and commentary.

• Review of Land Use & Development agenda items
• Review of Finance agenda items
• Review of Public Works & Transportation agenda items
• Review of Public Health & Safety agenda items
• Review of Legislative and Capital Improvements & IT agenda items

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will review requests for zoning variances and a special use permit. The body is considering a commercial solar energy facility in Peotone and several residential setback and building area adjustments.

• Special use permit for a 19.28-acre commercial solar energy facility at 5949 W Eagle Lake Road, Peotone
• Variance for street yard setback (80 to 58 feet) and lot frontage (150 to 0 feet) at 15229 W 147Th Street, Homer Glen
• Variance for accessory building area (3,000 to 3,571 sq ft) at 9326 W Valley Farm Drive, Frankfort
• Variance for accessory building area and side yard setbacks at 17036 W 147Th St, Lockport
• Variance for street and rear yard setbacks at Bruce Court, Lockport

WC Executive Committee - Board Agenda Setting Meeting

The Will County Executive Committee will discuss a series of agenda items, including a quarterly update from the Community Mental Health/708 Board, a zoning discussion on on‑premises liquor consumption, and a raffle license waiver request for Ingalls Park A.C. The committee will consider amending the designating ordinance and the intergovernmental agreement for the Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone, specifically the Rock Run Crossings expansion request. It will also review support for SB 1416 and HB 2341 related to local health protection grant funding, receive reports from subcommittees, and consider appointments before approving the County Board agenda.

• Will County Community Mental Health/708 Board Quarterly Update (presentation)
• Zoning Liquor Discussion: On‑Premises Consumption of Liquor Land Uses
• Raffle License Waiver Provision Request – Ingalls Park A.C.
• Amending the Designating Ordinance of Will County for the Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone
• Approving an Amendment to the Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone Intergovernmental Agreement (Rock Run Crossings Expansion Request)

Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Forest Preserve District Board will vote on Resolution No. 25-05 to acquire parcels KANK1A1, A2, A3, A4, and A5 in the Kankakee River Watershed. The meeting also includes award of a $197,472 contract to V3 Companies for engineering services at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm and a $90,789.24 contract to Shorewood Home and Auto for John Deere equipment. Additional items are the February Schedule of Bills totaling $1,056,513.50 and approval of the 2025 State Legislative Work Plan with Brent Hassert Consulting.

• Approval of Resolution No. 25-05 to acquire parcels KANK1A1, A2, A3, A4, A5 in Kankakee River Watershed
• Award of $197,472.00 contract to V3 Companies for professional engineering services at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm
• Award of $90,789.24 contract to Shorewood Home and Auto for three John Deere Z994R mowers and three John Deere Gators
• Approval of Schedule of Bills for February totaling $1,056,513.50
• Approval of 2025 State Legislative Work Plan and extension of contract with Brent Hassert Consulting

WC Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee - Special Meeting

The Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee will meet to study and evaluate proposed changes to county ordinances. The committee is tasked with determining if changes are required by law and assessing their impact on Will County before making recommendations to the Executive Committee.

• Review of proposed changes to Will County Ordinances Chapters 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, and 43

WC Landfill Committee - Regular Meeting - Cancelled

The regular meeting of the Will County Landfill Committee scheduled for March 11, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. The next meeting is set for April 8, 2025.

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Land Use & Development Committee will consider ordinances to amend zoning for a truck terminal in Joliet and multiple commercial solar energy facilities in Manhattan and Monee. The committee will also discuss accessory dwelling units, tiny homes, and small modular nuclear reactors.

• Ordinance for truck terminal at 22645 Cherry Hill Road, Joliet
• Ordinance for commercial solar facility in Manhattan Township
• Ordinance for commercial solar facility in Monee Township
• Ordinance for accessory dwelling unit variance in Naperville
• Ordinance for bar/tavern special use permit in Joliet

WC Public Health & Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Health & Safety Committee will discuss a new intergovernmental agreement between Joliet Township and the Will County Sheriff’s Office concerning transportation for health and social services. The meeting also includes a presentation of the 2024 Will County Sheriff’s Office statistics and updates on substance‑use initiatives and the Sunny Hill Nursing Home. These items are for committee consideration and public comment.

• Intergovernmental Agreement Between Joliet Township Government and Will County Sheriff’s Office Regarding Transportation for Health and Social Services
• WCSO 2024 Statistics presentation (Deputy Chief Dan Jungles)
• Monthly Substance Use Initiatives Update (Dr. Kathleen Burke/Sylvia Muniz)
• Sunny Hill Nursing Home Report (Maggie McDowell)

Forest Preserve District Ad Hoc Rules Committee - Regular Meeting

The Forest Preserve District Ad Hoc Rules Committee will consider approving its 2025 State Legislative Work Plan. The committee will also consider extending its professional services contract with Brent Hassert Consulting. No other business items are listed for this meeting.

• Approval of 2025 State Legislative Work Plan and extension of professional services contract with Brent Hassert Consulting

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The Finance Committee will consider Resolution No. 25‑05, which authorizes the purchase of parcels KANK1A1, A2, A3, A4, and A5 in the Kankakee River Watershed. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving a $1,056,513.50 schedule of bills and approving minutes from February 6, 2025. An executive session will be held to discuss collective bargaining, land acquisition, litigation, personnel, and review of executive session minutes.

• Approval of Resolution No. 25‑05 for acquisition of five parcels in the Kankakee River Watershed
• Schedule of bills totaling $1,056,513.50
• Approval of minutes from the February 6, 2025 meeting

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee - Regular Meeting

The Operations Committee will approve minutes from the February 6 meeting and consider several new business items. It will award a $197,472 professional engineering contract to V3 Companies for work at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm, award a professional services contract to multiple engineering firms as Forest Preserve Review Engineers, and award a $90,789.24 contract to Shorewood Home and Auto for John Deere equipment. The committee will also grant permission to bid on janitorial services and on door access control and camera systems, and will hold an executive session on collective bargaining, land acquisition, litigation, and personnel matters.

• Award of $197,472 contract to V3 Companies (Woodridge, IL) for professional engineering services at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm
• Award of professional services contract to TERRA Engineering, Hey and Associates, Strand & Associates, WBK Engineering, and Christopher B. Burke Engineering as Forest Preserve Review Engineers
• Award of $90,789.24 contract to Shorewood Home and Auto (Crete, IL) for three John Deere Z994R Diesel Z‑Trak mowers and three John Deere Gators
• Permission to bid janitorial services at various visitor facilities
• Permission to bid door access control and cameras at facilities throughout the district

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider staff recommendation to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Baker‑Koren Round Barn renovation. The meeting also includes discussion and votes on the commission’s 2025 goals and objectives and the FY2026 budget request. Additional items are an update on the City of Joliet Historic Context Study and election of a Vice Chair and Secretary.

• Certificate of Appropriateness – Baker Koren Round Barn (project 15717)
• 2025 Goals & Objectives – discussion and vote
• Budget Request for FY2026 – discussion and vote
• City of Joliet Historic Context Study – update
• Election of Vice Chair and Secretary

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to review six notice‑of‑variance and ordinance items. Items include variances for accessory building size, setbacks, and a special‑use permit for a 35.07‑acre commercial solar energy facility. The commission will also consider special‑use permits for an accessory dwelling unit and a bar/tavern. Decisions will be made at the March 4, 2025 meeting.

• Variance for accessory building area increase to 2,195 sq ft and street setback reduction to 17 ft at 3500 Westridge Road, Joliet (Case ZC‑24‑121)
• Variance for rear yard setback reduction to 13 ft at 22210 S Galahad Dr, Joliet (Case ZC‑24‑127)
• Special‑use permit for a commercial solar energy facility on 35.07 acres near LaGrange Rd, Monee (Case ZC‑24‑120)
• Special‑use permit for an attached accessory dwelling unit and variance for ADU size increase at 28W015 Plainview Drive, Naperville (Case ZC‑24‑124)
• Special‑use permit for a bar/tavern at 1619 E. Cass Street, Joliet (Case ZC‑25‑005)

WC Legislative Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Legislative Committee will review several legislative reports, including federal and state updates, and discuss initiatives on safe foods, sustainable waste management, and Illinois Senate Bills 1397 and 1398. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and announcements. No specific contracts, rezoning actions, or fee changes are on the agenda.

• Federal Legislative Update (Smith Dawson & Andrews)
• State Legislative Update (Mac Strategies)
• Supporting Safe Foods Within Will County (Destinee Ortiz)
• Supporting Sustainable Waste Management (Destinee Ortiz)
• Supporting Illinois Senate Bills 1397 and 1398 (Destinee Ortiz)

WC Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will review financial reports and consider several funding authorizations. Discussions include appropriating funds for Animal Protection Services and the Health Department, as well as the use of contingency funds for the Heritage Corridor.

• Authorization for County Executive to execute documents for Delinquent Tax Program
• Appropriation of funds in the Animal Protection Services Budget
• Appropriation of grant funds in the Health Department Budget
• Authorization of contingency funds for Heritage Corridor
• FY24 Corporate Fund Year-End Report ending November 30, 2024

WC Capital Improvements & IT Committee - Regular Meeting

The Capital Improvements & IT Committee will receive a presentation on the River Valley Justice Center. Members will also receive updates on county facilities conditions and a rebate program.

• Presentation on River Valley Justice Center
• Will County Facilities Conditions Update & Rebate Program update from McKinstry
• Facilities Update from Bill Fern and Dave Tkac

WC Public Works & Transportation Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider several contract awards, intergovernmental traffic‑signal agreements, and professional services approvals. Major items include confirming a $7,645,008.31 contract with Gallagher Asphalt for work on Exchange Street and a $347,750 contract with SKC Construction for countywide crack sealing. The committee will also vote on a $1,039,500 appropriation for right‑of‑way acquisition on Laraway Road and approve multiple traffic‑signal maintenance agreements with local villages.

• Confirm award of $347,750 contract to SKC Construction for countywide crack sealing
• Confirm award of $7,645,008.31 contract to Gallagher Asphalt for Exchange Street (CH 49) work
• Authorize intergovernmental agreements for traffic‑signal maintenance with New Lenox, Mokena, and Crest Hill
• Approve professional services agreements for engineering design on Bell Road, Francis Road, and Manhattan‑Monee Road projects
• Appropriate $1,039,500 for right‑of‑way acquisition for Laraway Road improvements

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee will meet on February 27, 2025 to discuss the 2025 Project Program. The agenda lists discussion and funding determination for stormwater culvert, ditch, and drainage improvement projects in several municipalities and townships. No decisions have been recorded yet; the committee will consider how to allocate funds for each listed project.

• City of Lockport – stormwater culvert and ditch restoration
• Village of Crete – culvert replacement
• Village of Diamond – drainage improvement project
• Village of Homer Glen – evaluation and drainage study (Parker Road)
• Village of Manhattan – drainage project (Trask Street)

Will County Board - Recessed Meeting

The Will County Board will consider several land use ordinances, including special use permits and map amendments. The body will also review public works contracts and amendments to the liquor control ordinance.

• Contract award of $1,609,999.00 to Van Mack Electric Co. for Weber Road traffic signal modernization
• Contract award of $199,000.00 to Marking Specialists Corporation for countywide reflective pavement markings
• Special use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 2433 Von Esch, Plainfield
• Map amendment from R-4 to C-3 for vacant State Street in Lockport
• Liquor control ordinance amendments to increase available Class C1, AG, and A1 licenses

WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Board Democratic Caucus will meet to discuss a County Board Strategic Plan and the County Board Agenda. The meeting also includes updates on U.C.C.I, NACo, I.S.A.C.O, and the County Board Conference Room.

• Discussion of a County Board Strategic Plan
• Discussion of County Board Agenda
• Updates on U.C.C.I, NACo, and I.S.A.C.O
• Update on County Board Conference Room

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting

The Republican Caucus will discuss the County Board agenda items for the next session. Topics include land use and development, public works and transportation, capital improvements and IT, finance, legislative matters, public health and safety, landfill operations, and the executive office. No decisions are listed; the meeting is for review and comment.

• Review of land use & development agenda items
• Review of public works & transportation agenda items
• Review of capital improvements & IT agenda items
• Review of finance and legislative agenda items
• Review of public health & safety, landfill, and executive agenda items

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The commission will consider several zoning cases, including special use permits for commercial solar energy facilities and a lawn maintenance business. The meeting also includes requests for yard setback variances and a temporary use permit for a mobile office.

• Special use permit and variances for commercial solar energy facility at SEC of W Manhattan Rd and S Cherry Hill Rd
• Special use permit and variances for commercial solar energy facility on South Spencer Road, New Lenox
• Special use permit for landscape and lawn maintenance business and side yard variance at 10036 W 187Th Street, Mokena
• Side yard setback variance from 50 feet to 13 feet at 32450 S Will Center Road, Peotone
• Temporary use permit for a mobile office trailer at 14915 S. Gougar Road, Lockport

WC Executive Committee - Board Agenda Setting Meeting

The Executive Committee is meeting to set the board agenda and discuss several amendments to the County Code of Ordinances. The body will consider liquor license requests and various appointments to county authorities and fire protection districts.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Lemont Fire Protection District for radio system access
• Liquor license amendments for Saint Anne Oil Corporation, Mistie Hill Vineyard LLC, and Restaurant Los Cantaros Inc.
• Amendments to Will County Code of Ordinances Chapters 31-35 and the C-PACE Ordinance
• Appointments to the Joliet Arsenal Development Authority and several fire protection districts
• Proposal to rename Old Courthouse Open Space based on a second survey

Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Forest Preserve District Board will vote on several contracts and resolutions, including a $205,917.30 vehicle fuel contract with Arneson Oil and four ecological management contracts totaling $1,787,081.19. It will also adopt Ordinance No. 676 to amend the 2024 budget, approve land acquisition resolutions for parcels in the Sugar Creek and Hickory Creek watersheds, and renew a $141,851.60 contract with Stantec Consulting for campus facility maintenance. Additional items include a $36,870 contract for dump body upfits and staffing and trail agreements with partner organizations.

• Award of $205,917.30 vehicle fuel contract to Arneson Oil Company
• Award of ecological management contracts totaling $1,787,081.19 to four firms
• Approval of Ordinance No. 676 amending the 2024 budget and appropriation
• Approval of land acquisition resolutions for parcels in Sugar Creek and Hickory Creek watersheds
• Renewal of $141,851.60 contract with Stantec Consulting Services for facility maintenance

WC Ad-Hoc Old Courthouse Committee - Special Meeting

The Ad‑Hoc Old Courthouse Committee will review a recommendation to refer the results of a second survey on renaming the Old Courthouse Open Space to the Executive Committee. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes, old business, new business, public comment, and an executive session. No other specific actions or contracts are listed.

• Recommendation to refer second survey results on renaming Old Courthouse Open Space to Executive Committee

WC Ad-Hoc Access Will County Committee - Special Meeting

The Will County Ad-Hoc Access Will County Committee will convene at 11:00 AM on February 11, 2025, to approve minutes from a November 2024 meeting and consider final recommendations for referral to the Executive Committee.

• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2024 meeting
• Consideration of final recommendations for Executive Committee referral

WC Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee - Special Meeting

The Ad-Hoc Ordinance Review Committee will meet to study and evaluate proposed changes to county ordinances. The committee reviews changes one chapter at a time to determine if they are required by law and their impact on the county.

• Review of proposed changes to Will County Ordinances Title I, Chapters 30 through 43

WC Landfill Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Landfill Committee will consider the Annual Landfill Report presented by Dave Hartke. The meeting will also include routine items such as approval of minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting, public comment, and a chairman's report. No specific decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the Nov 7, 2024 meeting
• Annual Landfill Report presented by Dave Hartke

WC Land Use & Development Committee - Regular Meeting

The Land Use & Development Committee is considering several zoning ordinances, including special use permits for a truck terminal and construction services. The body will also discuss policies regarding tiny homes, accessory dwelling units, and small modular nuclear reactors.

• Special use permit for a truck terminal at 22645 Cherry Hill Road
• Special use permit for construction sales and services at 17832 Mills Road
• Map amendment from R-4 to C-3 and setbacks for vacant State Street, Lockport
• Special use permit for landscape and lawn maintenance at 26049 W Lockport Street
• Discussion on tiny homes, accessory dwelling units, and small modular nuclear reactors

WC Public Health & Safety Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee will meet to review informational reports and conduct a tour of the Will County Health Department. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and departmental updates.

• Monthly Update February 2025
• Environmental Health Lab report
• Sunny Hill Nursing Home Report
• Monthly Substance Use Initiatives Update
• Will County Health Department tour

Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund - Regular Meeting

The Forest Preserve District Retiree Health Insurance Trust Fund will meet to approve minutes from November 2024 and review a quarterly operating statement and investment report. The agenda includes a review of bills and an executive session, with no new business items listed.

• Approval of November 7, 2024 minutes
• Review of Quarterly Schedule of Bills
• Review of Quarterly Operating Statement
• Review of Quarterly Investment Report

Forest Preserve District Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The Finance Committee is meeting to review a schedule of bills and consider several land acquisitions. The body will also discuss a vehicle fuel contract and a budget amendment for the Corporate Fund.

• Schedule of bills totaling $2,183,220.94
• Vehicle fuel contract award of $205,917.30 to Arneson Oil Company
• Ordinance No. 676 to amend the 2024 Budget & Appropriation Ordinance for the Corporate Fund
• Resolution No. 25-01 for the acquisition of Parcel SU1.2A in the Sugar Creek Watershed
• Resolution No. 25-02 for the acquisition of Parcel HCPXA1 in the Hickory Creek Watershed

Forest Preserve District Operations Committee - Regular Meeting

The Operations Committee will vote on awarding four 2025 ecological management contracts totaling $1,787,081.19 to HGS, LLC, Integrated Lakes Management, Inc., Natural Resource Management, Inc., and Semper Fi Land Services. It will also consider a $36,870 contract for dump‑body upfits, a $141,851.60 renewal with Stantec Consulting for campus facility maintenance, and two resolutions authorizing a staffing agreement with the Nature Foundation of Will County and a trail agreement with Chicago Area Mountain Bikers. Additionally, the committee will give permission to seek engineering proposals for the VMT project on 159th to 127th/135th Streets.

• Award of ecological management contracts: $386,825.30 to HGS, LLC; $490,937.10 to Integrated Lakes Management, Inc.; $398,852.90 to Natural Resource Management, Inc.; $510,465.89 to Semper Fi Land Services
• Award of $36,870 contract to Monroe Truck Equipment, Inc. for two F350 dump‑body upfits
• Approval of Resolution No. 25‑03 for a staffing agreement with the Nature Foundation of Will County
• Approval of Resolution No. 25‑04 for a trail establishment and maintenance agreement with Chicago Area Mountain Bikers
• Renewal of $141,851.60 contract with Stantec Consulting Services for 2025 campus facility maintenance

Historic Preservation Commission - Regular Meeting

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss the election of officers and a historic context study update for the City of Joliet. The body will also consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the renovation of the John C. Baker Round Barn in Manhattan Township.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for John C. Baker Round Barn renovation
• Election of Vice Chair and Secretary
• City of Joliet Historic Context Study update

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will hear a notice of variance from C&C Property Investments LLC to reduce the minimum street setback from 30 feet to 8 feet and the north side yard setback from 10 feet to 2.7 feet at 1417 Ignatius Street, Joliet. The commission will also consider a temporary use permit for a travel trailer at 21443 S. 80th Avenue, Frankfort. Procedural items include approval of minutes from the December 17, 2024 and January 7, 2025 meetings.

• Variance V-24-299: street setback reduction from 30 ft to 8 ft at 1417 Ignatius St., Joliet
• Variance V-24-301: north side yard setback reduction from 10 ft to 2.7 ft at the same address
• Temporary Use Permit TUP‑25‑001 for a travel trailer at 21443 S. 80th Ave., Frankfort
• Approval of minutes for the December 17, 2024 and January 7, 2025 meetings
• Public hearing scheduled for February 4, 2025 at 6:30 PM in the County Board Room

WC Legislative Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Legislative Committee will receive federal and state legislative updates. The body will also discuss food scrap and compost legislation and the Safe Foods for All initiative.

• Food Scrap and Compost Legislation discussion
• Safe Foods for All discussion
• Federal Legislative Update from Smith Dawson & Andrews
• State Legislative Update from Mac Strategies

WC Finance Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Finance Committee will consider several new business items, including the assignment of tax sale certificates, authorizing documents for the delinquent tax program, and transferring appropriations within various county budgets for FY24 year‑end and FY25. The committee will also review sponsorship fund appropriations, pay raises for elected officials, and a report on sales and cannabis taxes.

• Assignment of Tax Sale Certificates (Jen Alberico)
• Authorize County Executive to execute documents for Delinquent Tax Program (Jen Alberico)
• Transfer appropriations within county budgets for FY24 year‑end (ReShawn Howard)
• Transfer appropriations within county budgets for FY25 (ReShawn Howard)
• Appropriate sponsorship funds in Workforce Services Budget (Michelle Stiff)

WC Capital Improvements & IT Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Capital Improvements & IT Committee will meet on Feb. 4, 2025 at the County Board Committee Room. The meeting will include a Facilities Update presented by Bill Fern and Dave Tkac. The remainder of the agenda consists of standard items such as approvals, public comment, and reports.

• Facilities Update (presentation by Bill Fern and Dave Tkac)

WC Public Works & Transportation Committee - Regular Meeting

The Public Works & Transportation Committee will consider several contract awards, intergovernmental agreements, and policy actions, including a $27 million federal grant for a new overpass in New Lenox. Items include confirming contracts for reflective pavement markings and traffic‑signal modernization, and authorizing agreements for signal maintenance and METRA design costs. The committee will also discuss updates to the county’s transportation improvement plan and I‑80 project information.

• Confirm award of $199,000 contract to Marking Specialists Corp. for countywide reflective pavement markings
• Confirm award of $1,609,999 contract to Van Mack Electric Co. for traffic signal modernization on Weber Road (CH 88) from Lily Cache to Root Street
• Authorize intergovernmental agreement with Village of Plainfield for maintenance and energy of a traffic signal at Renwick Road (CH 36) and Boulevard Place
• Rescind Resolution #24‑304 and approve METRA agreement to pay design and engineering costs for at‑grade railroad crossing improvements on Gougar Road (CH 52)
• Will County receives $27 million federal grant for a new Lenox crossing overpass

Stormwater Management Planning Committee - Regular Meeting

The Will County Stormwater Management Planning Committee will meet to review previous minutes and discuss new business. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the Lower Dupage River Watershed Coalition.

• Approval of Dec 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Lower Dupage River Watershed Coalition

WC Planning and Zoning Commission - Public Hearing Meeting

The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission will consider three zoning cases. These include requests for building variances for residential properties and a special use permit for a business.

• Case ZC-24-106: Variances for a pool house at 16523 Parker Road, including increasing accessory building area from 3,000 to 4,266 square feet
• Case ZC-24-107: Variance to increase maximum accessory building area from 1,800 to 3,364 square feet at 3857 W Stuenkel Road
• Case ZC-24-116: Special Use Permit for a landscape and lawn maintenance business on 33.071 acres at 26049 W Lockport Street

Will County Board - Recessed Meeting

The Will County Board will consider a consent agenda that includes several contract awards and agreements, notably a $5,247,424.84 contract to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. for reconstructing W River Road (CH 26) from IL Route 53 to Coal City Road. Additional items include a $122,435.00 tree‑removal contract, a $6,000,000.00 highway improvement using MFT funds, and several intergovernmental traffic‑signal agreements with the Village of Bolingbrook. The board will also vote on zoning ordinance amendments and other approvals listed on the agenda.

• Confirm award of $122,435.00 contract to Homer Tree Service, Inc. for countywide tree removal
• Confirm award of $5,247,424.84 contract to P.T. Ferro Construction Co. for W River Road reconstruction
• Approve $6,000,000.00 improvement by county under IL Highway Code for W River Road using MFT funds
• Intergovernmental agreements with Bolingbrook for intelligent traffic‑system upgrades at two intersections
• Authorize revisions to speed zone 633 on Soldier’s Widows Road and professional services for 2025 bridge inspections

WC Democratic Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Board Democratic Caucus will hold a special meeting to discuss the County Board agenda. The body will also review old business regarding several organizations and fund distributions.

• Opioid Fund Distribution
• Naming of Old Courthouse Survey
• U.C.C.I
• NACo
• I.S.A.C.O

OPEB - Regular Meeting

The Will County OPEB Committee will vote to elect a President, Vice President, and Secretary, all named Toni Renken. The committee will also hear the fourth‑quarter 2024 investment report and decide on dates for the 2025 meetings and the January 2026 meeting.

• Election of President (Toni Renken)
• Election of Vice President (Toni Renken)
• Election of Secretary (Toni Renken)
• Investment Report for 4th Quarter of 2024 (Patrick Adams and Warner Moore)
• Set dates for 2025 meetings and January 2026 meeting (Karen Hennessy)

WC Republican Caucus - Special Meeting

The Will County Republican Caucus will meet to discuss the upcoming county board agenda, covering topics such as land use, finance, public works, and public health.

• Discussion of County Board Agenda topics
• Land Use & Development
• Finance
• Public Works & Transportation
• Public Health & Safety