Environment & climate in Illinois local government
What Illinois city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about environment & climate — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
1,894 Illinois meetings since 2024 covered environment & climate. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Illinois with the most environment & climate activity
- Edwardsville, IL (71)
- Will County, IL (70)
- Lincolnwood, IL (59)
- Kane County, IL (54)
- Chicago, IL (46)
- DeKalb, IL (46)
- Belleville, IL (46)
- Park Ridge, IL (42)
- Skokie, IL (41)
- Geneva, IL (41)
- Deerfield, IL (41)
- Hoffman Estates, IL (40)
Latest matching meetings
Westville trustees to vote on $1.77M general fund budget for FY2026-2027
The Westville Village Board is considering the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 appropriations for all village funds. The General Fund budget totals $1,610,250 in revenue and $1,770,970 in expenses, projecting a net loss of $160,720. The agenda includes budgets for the Municipal Gas Fund, Waterworks Fund, Waste Water Disposal…
Committee to consider bus terminal amendment, Smart Streets report, and many traffic changes
The Committee on Pedestrian and Traffic Safety will consider a municipal code amendment regarding bus terminal loading zones, receive a report on the Smart Streets Pilot Program (no vote), and act on numerous recommended traffic orders including stop signs, speed limits, and parking restrictions. The agenda also…
Sustainability Advisory Group to discuss 2027 work plan and stretch codes
The Highland Park Sustainability Advisory Group is meeting to discuss and potentially approve its 2027 work plan and meeting dates, receive updates from working groups, and continue discussions on stretch codes. Public comments will be accepted via email, phone, or in person.
Environmental Commission to discuss fall tree planting and tire collection
The Edwardsville Environmental Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including updates on the webpage, recycling efforts, sustainability plan, and Esic median. New business includes fall tree planting along rights-of-way, a 50/50 residential tree planting program, and a tire collection event. The meeting…
Committee considers renaming Lincoln Central Park and 19 street designations
The Chicago Committee on Transportation and Public Way meets to decide on renaming Lincoln Central Park to 'Deirdre's Garden' and to vote on 19 honorary street designations. The committee will also review 13 ordinances exempting businesses from alley access barrier requirements and two proposed property subdivisions.
Commission to review upcoming Autumn Harvest, Tree Lighting, Hearts of Gold events
The Special Events Commission is meeting to approve minutes from its August 12, 2026 meeting and discuss old business, including the upcoming Autumn Harvest (October 10, 2026), Tree Lighting (November 27, 2026), and Hearts of Gold 2027. No new business is listed. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.
Swansea board to vote on $759,558 street contract, rental fee changes
The Swansea Board of Trustees will consider several items at its September 8, 2026 meeting, including a $759,558.18 contract for the 2026 street program, an ordinance changing annual rental dwelling registration fees, and a resolution to apply for a grant for a shared-use path along Highway 161. The board will also…
Committee to interview candidate for Environmental Commission vacancy
The Arlington Heights Committee of the Whole will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and conduct an interview for a potential appointment to the Environmental Commission. The only substantive item is the interview of Maggie Sraga for a term ending April 30, 2027. Public comment is limited to three minutes per…
Committee to review car wash concept, event license, and $1.3M creek restoration contract
The Algonquin Committee of the Whole will hear a concept presentation for a Dream Clean Car Wash at 2055 East Algonquin Road, consider a public event license for a 14U fast-pitch tournament on October 11, 2026, and vote on awarding a $1,280,005.50 contract for the Woods Creek Headwaters restoration project to Baxter &…
Grundy County Board considers contracts, staff raises, and solar policy
The Grundy County Board is meeting to discuss routine business, recognitions, and various resolutions including a staff raise, a network refresh quote, and support for SB3450 regarding solar energy authority. The board will also review highway storage building bids, zoning modifications, and proposed ordinances…
Environmental Commission to hear Whole Home Electric and Feed The Cart programs
The DeKalb Citizens' Environmental Commission is meeting to hear a presentation from the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus on the Whole Home Electric Program and Feed The Cart. The commission will also receive reports from various local agencies and discuss ongoing items like the Recycle Coach update and the America 250…
Skokie commission to review awards, demo garden, tree campaign
The Skokie Beautification and Improvement Commission is meeting to approve minutes and discuss activities including demo garden refresh, an October library talk, awards ceremony, and a corporate tree campaign. Reports from Public Works and a trustee liaison are optional. The agenda is mostly routine business with no…
Committee reviews 2026-2027 budget and construction permit reports
The LaSalle County Land Use & Oversite Committee will approve its 2026-2027 budget and review monthly construction permit and enforcement reports. The agenda includes informational updates on recycling events and general correspondence, followed by a closed executive session to discuss pending litigation.
Committee to discuss energy portfolio, tree ordinance, and upcoming events
The Natural Resources Committee is meeting to discuss the City of Geneva's energy portfolio with staff, review active projects like the tree ordinance and Dark Sky Initiative, and plan upcoming events including River Clean-up Day and the NRC Lecture Series. The agenda includes updates on various environmental…
Committee approves zoning updates for wind and solar energy compliance
The DuPage County Development Committee is meeting to approve a text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance. This change updates local rules to comply with Public Act 104-0458 regarding commercial wind, solar, and energy storage systems. The Zoning Board of Appeals voted 6-0 to approve the amendment, with one member absent.
Board to discuss Centennial Park West plan and arts center study
The Conservation & Sustainability Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the Centennial Park West Strategic Plan and a Performing Arts Center feasibility study. The agenda includes public comments before the discussion, followed by adjournment.
Wilmette Environmental Commission meets to review agenda and packet
The Environmental and Energy Commission is holding a regular meeting. The agenda consists solely of the agenda and packet documents, with no specific action items listed. This appears to be a procedural meeting.
Plan Commission to hold public hearing on 524 Duane Street
The Glen Ellyn Plan Commission will hold a public hearing for a property at 524 Duane Street, discuss a pre-application for 451 Duane Street, and continue a zoning code update discussion. The meeting also includes public comment and reports from the trustee liaison, chairman, and staff.
City Council to vote on disaster fund, tax incentive, road project
The Chicago Heights City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a disaster recovery fund, a residential tree removal program, a tax incentive for a commercial property, and a roadway improvement project. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving…
Westville board to vote on caboose restoration, salt supply, internet provider
The Westville Village Board is holding its regular meeting with several action items, including votes on a caboose restoration quote, winter salt supply options, and an internet service provider for Village Hall. The agenda also includes routine items like claims approval, committee reports, and public comments.
Historic commission to review porch addition at 611 Campbell Street
The Joliet Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a gabled front porch addition at 611 Campbell Street, a public hearing item. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the April 22, 2026 meeting, a discussion of the Joliet Area African American Historic…
Environmental Commission reviews recycling, budget, 2027 plans
The Wheaton Environmental Improvement Commission is meeting to review its budget, hear reports on recycling and tree projects, and discuss unfinished business including recycling investigations and a sharps collection grant. The commission will also plan for 2027, including action items, an annual budget, and event…
Commission reviews sustainability plan, awards, bike survey
The Sustainable Environmental Advisory Commission will review applications for Residential Sustainability Awards, discuss a mid-year progress report on the Environmental Sustainability Plan, and prioritize strategic goals. They will also consider the Skokie Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Network Survey and hear a public…
Council to adopt 2045 Comprehensive Plan and annex land along McDonough Lake Road
The City Council will vote on an ordinance adopting the 2045 Comprehensive Plan, which guides long-term development. The agenda includes three zoning ordinances affecting residential driveways, landscaping, and tree preservation. Additionally, the Council will approve a boundary agreement with the Village of Maryville…
ZBA to hear 5 zoning petitions including solar farm, rezoning
The Madison County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on five zoning petitions, including a rezoning request, three special use permits, and one variance. The board will also approve minutes from the July 28, 2026 meeting. No other business is listed.
Board to consider solar special use, rezoning, kratom ban, police contracts
The New Lenox Village Board is holding a regular meeting with several action items, including a county special use request for Cosmos Solar 1&2, a rezoning and special use request for 13148 Maple Road, a first reading of an ordinance banning kratom sales, and a contract for an electrical upgrade at the Police…
Environmental Commission meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
The Lincolnwood Environmental Commission meeting scheduled for August 24, 2026, has been canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for October 26, 2026, at 7:00 pm in the Gerald C. Turry Village Board Room.
Rockford committee to award $5.5M in street, bridge, parking contracts
The Finance and Personnel Committee will review July 2026 finances, approve $9.7M in vouchers, and consider multiple contract awards and grants. Key items include street repairs, bridge replacements, sidewalk work, and a parking lot reconstruction, along with several grant acceptances and two bid rejections.
Council to vote on solar farm zoning, $3.47M in construction bids
The Rockford City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a zoning map amendment and special use permit for a solar farm at Export Road, and to vote on four construction contracts totaling about $3.47 million. The agenda also includes a swearing-in ceremony for Acting Mayor Janessa Neal.
Solar farm, subdivisions, liquor licenses on Rockford committee agenda
The Rockford Code and Regulation Committee is meeting to review plat approvals, annexations, zoning changes, special use permits, and liquor license recommendations. Items include a proposed solar farm, several subdivision plats, and multiple liquor license requests. The committee will also consider resolutions for…
Board to discuss storm water ordinances, litter campaign, garden tour, EV readiness
The Conservation & Sustainability Advisory Board is meeting to discuss several initiatives, including a presentation on village storm water ordinances for development, a reduce litter campaign, a garden tour, and the EV Readiness Program. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; these items are for discussion only.
Tree committee to review plans for fall planting, grants, and new foundation
The Danville Tree Committee is meeting to discuss and decide on fall 2026 tree planting locations, grant applications, and the establishment of a Danville Parks Foundation to support the Community Roots program. They will also review the city and parks master plans, the Hyperion tree preservation program, and a…
Zoning board to hear two text amendments on wind, solar, and accessory structures
The Whiteside County Zoning Hearing Officer will conduct public hearings on two proposed text amendments to the county zoning ordinance. The first amendment would update regulations for wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems. The second would revise rules for accessory structures.
Skokie EDC to review economic vitality strategy and Main Street streetscape
The Skokie Economic Development Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss the Economic Vitality Strategy update, receive a Main Street streetscape update, and hear a new businesses report. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per person.
Council to vote on tree ordinance and $63,360 park resurfacing
The Markham City Council is meeting to consider an ordinance establishing tree planting and maintenance standards, and to approve a $63,360.50 Central Park resurfacing project funded by a $100,000 grant. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes approval, claims, and reports.
Environmental Commission to plan library event, review 2026 goals
The Arlington Heights Environmental Commission will discuss planning for a 'Greener Living' livestream event with the library, review progress on 2026 goals including curbside composting and a polystyrene foam ordinance, and select a date for a Farmer's Market event. They will also consider next steps for battery…
Consumer Affairs Commission to discuss Business of the Year and sustainability
The Consumer Affairs Commission will meet to review new business items including the Business of the Year and sustainability. The body will also address any continued or pending items from previous meetings.
Village Board to award $3.18M Harrison Streetscape construction contract
The Oswego Village Board will consider approving a $3,177,763.12 construction contract for the Harrison Streetscape Improvement Project, along with related engineering services. The consent agenda includes several routine items such as minutes, liquor license changes, intergovernmental agreements, and fee adjustments…
Council to discuss tree permits and animal ordinance changes
The City Council's Code and Ordinance Committee is meeting to discuss two regulatory topics: tree permits and a potential amendment to the prohibited animals' ordinance. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; these are discussion items only, along with miscellaneous business and a citizen's hearing.
Environmental Commission to discuss education campaign and library series
The Warrenville Environmental Advisory Commission is meeting to continue discussions on its education campaign workplan and to plan library series speakers and topics. The commission will also review an updated 5-year strategic priority task list. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public…