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Committee Approves Truck Terminal Despite Residential Concerns
A Monee Township truck terminal received approval from Will County’s Land Use & Development Committee Thursday despite concerns about its proximity to residential areas. The committee voted 5-1 to approve both a map amendment and special use permit for the facility on vacant land near the Amazon distribution center on West Monee-Manhattan Road. The project…
Read MoreWill County Health Department Faces Funding Uncertainty as Federal Grants Under Review
Multiple revenue sources threatened as department seeks legislative support for public health programs Will County Health Department officials are closely monitoring potential federal funding cuts that could impact multiple programs and services, according to testimony presented to county leaders June 5. Executive Director Elizabeth Bilotta reported that the department has already received notification that its…
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LAND USE ACTIONS Accessory Dwelling Unit Rules Modified: The committee recommended approval of text amendments allowing accessory dwelling units to exceed current building area limitations in certain circumstances. The changes would exclude ADUs from accessory structure calculations while maintaining the 49% size limit relative to main houses. Property Resubdivision Approved: A Best Buy Carpet resubdivision…
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Sunny Hill Nursing Home Tour Praised: Committee members who attended the May 9 tour of Sunny Hill Nursing Home praised the facility’s condition and operations. Member Raquel Mitchell called it “the best nursing home I have ever been in” and encouraged other members to schedule tours. The facility celebrated National Nursing Home Week and Mother’s…
Read MoreFederal Reconciliation Bill Targets Medicaid, SNAP Programs
Will County Legislators Briefed on Potential Local Impacts Federal legislation making sweeping cuts to Medicaid and food assistance programs could significantly impact Will County residents and services, county legislators learned during their monthly update from Washington lobbyists on June 3. The House narrowly passed a reconciliation bill in May by a 215-214 vote that would…
Read MoreWill County Approves Modified $756 Million Transportation Plan Despite Terminology Debate
Will County’s Public Works and Transportation Committee approved a five-year, $756 million transportation improvement plan on June 3, but not before a heated debate over whether to call it a “plan” or an “idea.” The committee ultimately approved the FY2026-2031 Transportation Improvement Program with an amendment requiring cost estimates to be clearly labeled as estimates,…
Read MoreWill County completes major projects while others move forward
Will County’s facilities team has completed several major projects while advancing others throughout the county, officials reported during a Capital Improvements & IT Committee meeting Monday. The Old Courthouse Plaza concrete replacement project at 14 W. Jefferson has been finished, with new picnic benches installed and the area fully restored with handicap-accessible ramps meeting current…
Read MoreWill County Accepts $140,000 Developer Donation for Road Improvements
Will County’s Public Works and Transportation Committee accepted a $140,143.90 donation from a developer in lieu of constructing traffic improvements along Laraway Road. The donation comes from the Lakes Park subdivision development and will be used for county road improvements in the area, including left and right turn lanes that will serve the new subdivision.…
Read MoreState Legislative Session Wrap-Up Shows Mixed Results
Will County’s state legislative priorities saw mixed results as the Illinois General Assembly concluded its spring session on May 31, with several key bills advancing while others stalled. The Legislative Committee received updates from Mac Strategies lobbyists during their June 3 meeting on bills that directly affect county operations and residents. Successful County Initiatives House…
Read MoreWill County expands safety initiatives across facilities
Will County has implemented new safety protocols and training programs across its facilities, including the selection of department safety monitors and participation in community health education events. Each county department has chosen two safety monitors who will receive specialized equipment including hats, flashlights, and laminated evacuation sheets to help coordinate emergency responses, Facilities Director Bill…
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