WC Board
“Federal Policy Uncertainty” Blamed for Delay of Peotone Solar Farm; County Grants Second Extension
Article Summary: The Will County Board has granted a second permit extension for a solar farm in Peotone Township after the developer, Trajectory Energy Partners, cited “ongoing uncertainty regarding federal renewable energy policy” as a cause for delay. The extension for the Pralle Farms Partnership project on West Kennedy Road pushes its deadline to February…
Read MoreWill County Grants Extensions to Five Solar Projects Sold to New Developers
Article Summary: The Will County Board approved first-time permit extensions for five commercial solar projects across Monee, Crete, and Joliet townships, all of which were recently sold to larger energy developers. The new operators, Nautilus Solar and Madison Energy Infrastructure, now have until 2026 to begin construction as they work to secure final permits. Solar…
Read MoreWill County Board Approves Controversial Drug Recovery Retreat in Crete Township
Article Summary: The Will County Board has approved a special use permit for The Second Story Foundation to operate a long-term residential recovery program for men on a 68-acre horse farm in Crete Township. The 17-2 vote came after extensive debate and testimony from residents and township officials who raised concerns about safety, property values,…
Read MoreAfter Initial Rejection and Tense Debate, Board Reconsiders and Approves Contested DuPage Township Business
Article Summary: In a rare reversal, the Will County Board approved a special use permit for a landscaping business in a residential area of DuPage Township after the measure initially failed. The debate centered on whether to grant a special use permit or require a more permanent map amendment to industrial zoning, highlighting a conflict…
Read MoreMeeting Summary and Briefs: Will County Board for August 21, 2025
The Will County Board received County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant’s proposed $791 million budget for fiscal year 2026, which holds the line on the property tax levy while funding key services. In her State of the County address, Bertino-Tarrant highlighted the county’s strong economic growth and outlined a plan that aims for fiscal stability amid the…
Read MoreWill 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 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 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:…
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