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Will County Board Approves New Fee Schedule for Recorder of Deeds
Article Summary: The Will County Board has approved a revised fee schedule for the Recorder of Deeds office, which will take effect on October 1, 2025. The changes, based on a cost analysis study, aim to better align fees with the actual cost of services and will increase the cost for recording standard documents. Recorder…
Read MoreWill County Board Formally Opposes Heavier, Longer Trucks on National Roadways
Article Summary: The Will County Board unanimously passed a resolution opposing any federal legislation that would increase the size and weight limits for commercial trucks on the nation’s roadways. The resolution cites significant risks to public safety and accelerated damage to local and state infrastructure not designed for such vehicles. Truck Size and Weight Legislation…
Read MoreWill County Board Approves Permits for Landscaping Business and Restaurant Liquor Service in Frankfort Area
Article SummaryThe Will County Board unanimously approved three separate special use permits for businesses in the Frankfort area, allowing a landscaping operation in Green Garden Township to continue and two Frankfort Township restaurants to add ancillary liquor service. The approvals came after positive recommendations from the county’s zoning committees and, in one case, numerous letters…
Read MoreBoard Approves Engineering Contracts for Mokena Road Widening
Article SummaryThe Will County Board approved over $1.1 million in supplemental engineering contracts to advance the ongoing 80th Avenue improvement project in Mokena. The additional funding addresses project delays and design changes requested by other agencies. Mokena Engineering Key Points: Mokena Project: A supplemental contract of $1,062,982 was approved with Alfred Benesch and Company for construction…
Read MoreWill County Awards $1.46 Million Contract for Kankakee Street Bridge Replacement in Manhattan Township
Article SummaryThe Will County Board has awarded a $1.46 million contract to “D” Construction, Inc. of Coal City to replace the Kankakee Street Bridge over Jackson Creek in Manhattan Township. The project, set to begin in spring 2026, will require a full road closure and a posted detour during construction. Manhattan Bridge Replacement Key Points:…
Read MoreCrete Township Community Center to Get New Digital Sign
Article Summary: The Will County Board approved a special use permit and two variances for Crete Township, allowing for the installation of a new on-premise dynamic display sign at its community center. The digital sign will be used for township announcements and emergency alerts. Crete Township Sign Key Points: Project: Crete Township will modify an existing…
Read MoreWill County Executive Proposes $791 Million Budget Focused on Stability Amidst Economic Uncertainty
Article Summary: Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant presented a balanced $791 million budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2026 that aims to maintain services and prepare for potential economic challenges without increasing the property tax levy. The plan leverages a growing tax base from new commercial and industrial development to fund operations while resulting in a…
Read MoreWill County P&Z: Washington Township Lot Variance Granted
A variance to reduce the minimum lot area from 10 acres to 5 acres was unanimously approved for a property at 1444 E. Corning Road in Washington Township. The owner, Evelia Lopez Florez, sought the variance to bring the nonconforming parcel, created in 1978, into compliance to allow for the construction of a new barn.…
Read MoreWill County P&Z Approves Crete Solar Farm, Overruling Township’s General Opposition
Article Summary: The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for a new commercial solar farm in Crete Township, moving the project forward despite being informed by staff of the township’s official opposition to any new solar facilities in its area. The commission chairman noted that the township’s general stance was not a legally…
Read MoreWill County Board Approves Controversial Recovery Retreat in Crete Township Amid Strong Resident Opposition
Article Summary: The Will County Planning and Zoning Commission approved a special use permit for a long-term residential recovery program on a 68-acre horse farm, despite vocal opposition from Crete Township officials and numerous residents who cited safety and property value concerns. Supporters argued the facility is a desperately needed, safe, and compatible use for…
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